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Financial Controller Location: Bristol Salary: £60,000 - £75,000 The Client A rapidly growing business with £25m annual turnover, founded just two years ago and scaling quickly. As the company continues to expand, they are now bringing their finance function in-house for the first time. This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-growth business at an early stage and build the finance function from the ground up. The Role We are looking for a hands-on Financial Controller to establish and run the finance function. This will initially be a stand-alone role, so the successful candidate must be comfortable operating both strategically and in the detail. You will work closely with the leadership team to provide financial visibility, control and insight as the business continues its rapid growth. Key Responsibilities Own and manage the end-to-end finance function Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reporting Manage cash flow forecasting and financial planning Oversee accounts payable and receivable Maintain accurate financial records and reconciliations Lead budgeting and forecasting processes Ensure compliance with statutory and tax requirements Work with external accountants, auditors and advisors Develop financial controls, systems and processes Provide commercial insight to support business decisions About You Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) or equivalent experience Experience working in a hands-on finance role Comfortable operating in a stand-alone position Highly detail-oriented with strong financial control Experience producing management accounts and forecasts Strong systems and process mindset Able to operate in a fast-paced, high-growth environment Excellent communication skills and ability to work with senior stakeholders What We Offer Salary of £60,000 - £75,000 Opportunity to build and shape the finance function Work directly with the leadership team Join a high-growth business at an exciting stage

Your new company Hays are partnering exclusively with a leading international food manufacturing business to recruit their new Head of Finance. This company is a well-established and highly reputable organisation with operations worldwide and represents a vast portfolio of iconic brands. We are seeking a highly commercial finance professional to be part of the senior leadership and drive positive growth across a multi-site operation. Your new role This role will report to a Group FD and play a key role in the strategic leadership of the UK&I division. The role partners with factory finance and operational leadership to develop and deliver medium and long-term strategic goals. You will be highly involved in the delivery of financial commitments by undertaking cost-saving initiatives, capital projects, supply chain analysis and structural change and transformation. More specifically, your accountabilities will include the following: Partnering with factory general managers and lead teams to drive and deliver the long-term strategic plans, meeting performance metrics of each site, while feeding into the larger group strategy. Enable the leadership team to make informed choices regarding capex / working capital optimisation and financial commitment delivery. Coach and develop a team of 3 Finance Business Partners and a team of 5 within FP&A on driving site performance for cost and cash, ensuring operational discipline and developing financial acumen. Act as a coach to the Shared Finance Centre management accounting team, establish close and effective working relationships between SFC and site finance teams. Understand the drivers of historic, current and forecast performance for the division and highlight emerging issues, opportunities or trends. Be a change agent in leading and implementing upcoming transformations which impact cost and cash delivery, e.g. system implementations / changes, ways of working. Drive conversion cost efficiency, including identification of insourcing opportunities and restructuring programs, and enabling delivery of business cases for significant capital investments / new product launches. Drive capex / working capital improvements by aligning targets, outlining opportunities and improving processes. Partner with other Heads of Finance to ensure sharing of best practices. Drive the right mindset in the plant regarding financial and operational controls This is a full-time role, ideally with a strong on-site presence. What you'll need to succeed You will ideally be a fully ACCA/ACA/CIMA qualified accountant and possess significant experience within a large manufacturing operation. You will have a strong knowledge of cost drivers and be able to identify areas of improvement at site level while being able to see the bigger picture. You will possess strong core business skills, including influencing, stakeholder management and communication skills, while being able to build strong relationships in person and remotely. You will have a proven track record in a leadership capacity and be able to manage both upwards and downwards. You will be curious and creative, with excellent attention to detail. What you'll get in return This role offers a highly competitive package of 90-130k including a healthy bonus and car allowance. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Senior Finance Manager Letchworth £60,000 + bonus We are seeking an experienced Senior Finance Manager to take ownership of the full finance function within a growing organisation. This is a strategic and hands-on leadership role where you will oversee financial operations, deliver high-quality reporting to the board, and play a key role in supporting the continued growth and development of the business. This position is ideal for a commercially minded finance professional who enjoys both strategic financial planning and operational leadership , and who thrives in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities Manage the entire finance function , including oversight, training, and development of finance staff. Oversee month-end reconciliations to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting. Produce weekly rolling cashflow forecasts and develop strategies to optimise working capital, manage liquidity, and mitigate financial risk. Prepare monthly management accounts and present financial results and insights to the board. Lead budgeting and forecasting processes , working closely with key stakeholders across the business. Conduct variance analysis and produce KPI reporting for board-level review. Deliver detailed financial planning and modelling to support strategic decision making. Prepare statutory accounts to trial balance and liaise with external accountants to ensure smooth Identify and implement process improvements , streamlining financial operations and ensuring best practice across the finance function. Play a key role in systems implementation and integration projects , ensuring finance systems support the evolving needs of the business. Liaise with external stakeholders , including tax advisors, funding partners, and systems providers to support business growth. Provide clear financial reporting and insight to the board on all financial matters. About You Strong understanding of statutory accounting, compliance, and tax obligations . A proactive leader with the ability to develop finance teams and improve processes . Experience with systems implementation or finance transformation projects would be advantageous. Professional qualification such as ACA, ACCA, or CIMA (or equivalent experience) preferred. Why Join? Opportunity to take ownership of the entire finance function . Play a key strategic role in supporting business growth and decision making . Work closely with senior leadership and the board . Be part of a business committed to continuous improvement and development . If you are a strategic, hands-on finance leader looking for your next challenge, we would love to hear from you.

Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, you will be empowered to lead day-to-day financial operations, drive strategic projects, and support the integration of new business units across the UK, Europe etc. The company is renowned for its people-first approach, valuing meaningful relationships, deep expertise, and practical know-how. What you'll do: As Group Financial Controller you will play a central role in guiding the organisation's financial direction during an era of expansion. Your days will be filled with varied responsibilities ranging from overseeing complex group consolidations to driving process improvements using automation tools. You will be instrumental in ensuring accurate management reporting that informs strategic decisions at board level while also nurturing talent within your team through ongoing development initiatives. Your ability to collaborate across departments will help solve problems efficiently while maintaining compliance with international standards. By balancing hands-on operational detail with broader strategic input-especially around mergers & acquisitions-you will help shape a resilient finance function ready for future growth. Take ownership of all aspects of group finance including management reporting, tax compliance, treasury management (covering foreign exchange, cashflow forecasting, liquidity planning, working capital optimisation), and facility reporting. Oversee daily finance operations ensuring consistency across processes while maintaining robust controls and scalability as the business grows. Deliver high-quality financial reporting and insights to the CFO and leadership team by producing timely monthly management accounts with comprehensive analysis against budget and prior year results. Refresh and develop financial reporting frameworks to ensure they remain insightful, relevant, and fit for purpose as the organisation evolves. Supervise payroll approval processes, coordinate tax matters efficiently, and ensure statutory compliance to minimise risk exposure for the group. Lead audit activities as well as risk management initiatives; ensure smooth completion of statutory accounts for both group and subsidiaries alongside audits and tax computations. Develop strong internal control frameworks that support rapid future growth while documenting best practices for governance. Drive improvements in financial reporting systems by implementing automation tools and standardising processes across UK, Europe etc. Support direct reports (Financial Reporting & Tax Manager, Finance Manager, Treasury Manager) through mentoring and training while fostering technical knowledge within the wider finance team. Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, cross-functional teams, and external advisors to resolve challenges effectively while managing insurance requirements for the company. What you bring: Your background as a Group Financial Controller equips you with deep technical expertise in accounting standards such as FRS102 and IFRS along with hands-on experience managing complex consolidations across international entities. You bring proven success in developing robust internal controls that underpin scalable growth while leveraging ERP systems like NetSuite to streamline processes. Your collaborative nature ensures you work seamlessly within teams-mentoring others while building consensus among stakeholders. You are adept at navigating periods of change thanks to your commercial awareness and ability to adapt quickly when priorities shift. Above all else, your enthusiasm for sharing knowledge makes you an invaluable resource who supports both individual colleagues' development journeys as well as broader organisational goals. ACA or ACCA qualified accountant with substantial experience in financial and statutory reporting within fast-growing businesses operating internationally. Proven track record of consolidating accounts for multiple international entities while delivering high-quality output under tight deadlines. Experience improving financial reporting processes through system enhancements such as ERP implementations. Demonstrated ability to mentor high-performing teams by providing training opportunities that foster technical growth within finance functions. Comfortable operating in environments characterised by rapid change where stakeholder engagement is critical to success. Commercially astute with hands-on experience balancing strategic oversight with operational detail across diverse business units. Excellent interpersonal skills enabling effective collaboration with colleagues at all levels as well as external advisors. Ability to flex communication style appropriately-whether offering support or constructive challenge-to achieve optimal outcomes for the business. Proactive approach to prioritising competing demands under time pressure while remaining adaptable to shifting organisational needs. Experience managing insurance requirements alongside ad-hoc financial projects including value creation initiatives and post-acquisition optimisation. Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

FINANCE MANAGER / FINANCIAL CONTROLLER (No.1) MANCHESTER CITY CENTRE £65,000 TO £75,000 + BENEFITS THE COMPANY: We're exclusively partnering with a growing SME import / export business based in Manchester City Centre that is looking to recruit an experienced Finance Manager / Financial Controller to lead the finance function and work closely with the founders. Operating within an international trading environment with a bonded warehouse, the business imports and distributes products mainly across the UK and conditionally exports the imports internationally. This role will take full ownership of the finance function, providing both hands-on financial leadership and commercial insight to support continued growth. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on Financial Controller who enjoys improving systems, introducing automation where appropriate, and helping a growing business drive efficiencies and smarter financial decision-making. THE FINANCIAL CONTROLLER / FINANCE MANAGER ROLE: Reporting directly to the Founders, taking ownership of the finance function and leading a small team Managing and developing a team including AP, AR / Credit Control, Finance Coordinator and Import / Export Clerks Producing monthly management accounts, including variance analysis and commentary Leading budgeting, forecasting and cashflow management Overseeing credit control and debtor management, personally handling escalated debtor issues Managing banking relationships and lenders, including invoice discounting / asset-based finance facilities Ensuring accurate import duty accruals, deferments and landed cost reporting Monitoring freight forwarding costs, stock movements and working capital with operational teams Managing HMRC compliance, including bonded warehouse oversight and annual audits Reviewing systems, processes and reporting, driving efficiencies, automation and continuous improvement Providing commercial insight to the founders to support better decision making and business performance THE PERSON: CIMA / ACCA Qualified, or Qualified by Experience (QBE), with proven experience as a Financial Controller, Finance Manager or Senior Management Accountant in an SME environment, with an understanding of import/Export. Industry experience Distribution, Logistics, Manufacturing, Retail or Wholesale would be advantageous, with stock / inventory accounting and operational finance Strong experience producing Management Accounts, Budgeting, Forecasting and Cashflow Management Exposure to invoice discounting or asset-based lending facilities Strong oversight of credit control and debtor management, including handling escalations Experience reviewing systems, reporting and processes to drive improvements and efficiencies A commercial and proactive mindset with the ability to support business growth TO APPLY: Please send your CV via the advert for the Finance Manager / Financial Controller for immediate consideration. By sending an application or applying for a job, you consent to your personal data being processed and stored by Get Recruited (UK) Ltd in accordance with our Cookie & Privacy Policy (available in the footer on our website). Get Recruited (UK) Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. We are an equal opportunities employer and we never charge candidates a fee for our services.

MSite has an exciting opportunity for a Commercial Analyst to join our team working in Liverpool. You will join us on a full-time, permanent basis. We are an extraordinary technology brand looking for extraordinary people. From humble beginnings, MSite has risen to become a global leader, providing state-of-the-art digital identity solutions to some of world's most demanding workplaces. Our customers, including major construction companies, expect an unparalleled level of innovation and quality from our products and services. From our employees, we expect commitment, trust and imagination to be your driving forces. In return, you can expect to play a key role in our story and join a dynamic market leader at a crucial stage of its development. At MSite, you can expect more. The Commercial Analyst role: The Commercial Analyst plays a key role in driving informed decision-making across the business. Reporting to the Finance Director, this role combines financial insight with commercial awareness to analyse performance, identify opportunities, and support strategic growth. You will turn data into actionable insight, partnering with operational and commercial teams to improve profitability, enhance forecasting accuracy, and strengthen financial performance. What you will do as our Commercial Analyst: Delivering robust financial and commercial analysis to support strategic and operational decision-making. Analysing revenue, margin, cost performance and key business drivers across contracts, customers, and services. Providing clear commentary on monthly results, identifying risks and opportunities. Developing meaningful KPIs and performance dashboards to track commercial success. Supporting the annual budgeting and reforecasting processes. Building and maintaining financial models to evaluate new business opportunities, pricing structures, and investment cases. Conducting scenario analysis and sensitivity modelling to inform strategic decisions. Working closely with operational, sales, and senior leadership teams to challenge assumptions and improve performance. Our ideal Commercial Analyst: Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent) or strong commercial finance experience Commercially curious with a proactive mindset Confident in challenging constructively and influencing decision-making. Detail-oriented while maintaining a strong strategic perspective. Resilient and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. High integrity and commitment to doing the right thing. Experience Proven experience in a commercial finance or analyst role. Strong financial modelling and analytical capability. Ability to translate complex financial data into clear business insight. Advanced Excel skills; experience with BI tools (e.g. Power BI) desirable. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. MSite proudly embraces diversity and is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We believe in providing a fair and inclusive workplace for all employees, regardless of background, ensuring a merit-based approach to hiring, promotion, and compensation. Our goal is to foster an empowering environment that encourages growth and collaboration among our team members. If you require any support during the interview process, please let us know. If you feel you have the necessary skills and experience to be successful in this Commercial Analyst ? role, click 'apply' today. We'd love to hear from you!

Your new company I am currently working with a Property company, specialising in Residential and Commercial Property, who are looking to hire a Property Accountant. In this role, you will work closely with the Property Managers and Directors. It's a great opportunity to add value and be exposed to senior management. Your new role You will play a key role in supporting the Directors and Property Management team. Your responsibilities will include: Overseeing daily processing of rent and service charge receipts Managing bank reconciliations and resolving reconciling items Completing and submitting VAT calculations and returns Managing service charge accounts and annual reporting Monthly/quarterly management and board reports Liaising with operational staff and providing financial information What you'll need to succeed You'll be a recently qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) with property experience. Ideally you will be practice trained with both accounts preparation and property client experience or have industry experience within the property sector. What you'll get in return A competitive salary of 55,000 - 65,000. You'll join a collaborative team and gain exposure to the senior finance team. You'll have the opportunity to thrive in a dynamic and collaborative financial environment. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Do you want to be part of one of the UK's fastest growing FMCG brands? Are you looking for a big challenge with huge potential for growth? Biotiful Dairy is the category leading Kefir producer and we have big ambitions. We are a fast-growing, pioneering, and ethical business who take pride in sharing our delicious and super healthy range of gut-friendly products with the increasingly health-conscious UK consumer. To help us on this journey, we are looking for a Senior Financial Accountant to join our Finance Team; you will be a key member of the team, responsible for delivering accurate, timely and compliant financial reporting in a fast-paced FMCG environment. Operating as part of a high-growth business within a larger group, the role ensures alignment to group policies, accounting standards, and tight reporting deadlines. This is a senior individual contributor position , requiring strong technical accounting skills, a continuous improvement mindset and the ability to work cross-functionally with commercial, operational and group stakeholders. Package: Competitive + bonus Contract: Permanent Location: Hammersmith / 3 days pre week on site What you'll do Own and execute the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes to meet internal and group reporting timelines. Prepare and review key journals, reconciliations and supporting schedules. Produce management reporting outputs and factual variance commentary, collaborating closely with the Senior Finance Manager on commercial interpretation. Ensure compliance with group reporting frameworks, accounting policies, and IFRS/UK GAAP requirements. Act as the primary coordinator for external audit, ensuring clear documentation, reconciliations, and process transparency. Support preparation of statutory accounts and regulatory reporting. Monitor changes in accounting standards, industry practices, and group policy updates. Maintain strong financial control standards across inventory, promotional spend, balance sheet items and financial operations. Identify and drive improvements in the efficiency, accuracy and automation of reporting and month-end routines. Document and enhance accounting policies, procedures, and control frameworks. Work closely with Operations, Supply Chain, Sales, Commercial Finance and the Senior Finance Manager to ensure accurate data flows and understanding of financial drivers. Collaborate with the AP/AR Supervisor to ensure ledger accuracy and control, without performing transactional processing. Provide technical accounting guidance to finance and non-finance stakeholders. What you'll bring Essential Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent). Strong financial reporting and month-end close experience ideally in FMCG, manufacturing, consumer goods, retail, or similar operationally complex environments. Experience with inventory and cost accounting (e.g., standard costing, variances, landed cost, stock reconciliations, promotional allowances). Experienced in working within group reporting environments with tight deadlines and defined standards. Advanced Excel skills and strong proficiency with ERP/accounting systems. Proven track record in improving processes, controls and reporting accuracy. Desirable Experience in high-growth or scale-up organisations. Familiarity with group consolidation systems (e.g., BPC, HFM, OneStream, Cognos, NetSuite, SAP). Exposure to continuous improvement, automation, or Lean methodology. Key Competencies & Behaviours High personal accountability and attention to detail. Able to work at pace while maintaining high standards. Problem-solving, curious and improvement minded. Strong communication and business partnering skills. Professional, collaborative, and comfortable challenging assumptions constructively. Success Measures (6-12 Months) Month-end close delivered accurately and on time to internal and group deadlines. Clear, well-documented and audit-ready balance sheet reconciliations. Improved visibility and reliability of inventory and margin reporting. Documented and embedded process and control improvements. Positive stakeholder feedback and strong cross-functional relationships. You can find out more about M ller and what it's like to work for us by clicking here Careers at M ller UK & Ireland

We're Hiring: FP&A Marketing Finance Business Partner Location: Market Drayton / Hybrid - 3 days per week on site. Contract: Full-Time, Permanent Hours: Monday-Friday (40 hours) Benefits for the role: Competitive salary, generous annual bonus, Life Assurance, Private Medical Insurance, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising with service), Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Family Leave, Enhanced Bereavement Leave, Pension Employer Contribution Scheme (matched up to 8%), Exclusive access to M ller Rewards, offering a variety of online and in-store discounts and development opportunities. If you are ready to unleash your potential and build an exciting career with Britian's most chosen dairy brand, M ller UK & Ireland, part of the renowned Unternehmensgruppe Theo M ller, invites you to apply for our FP&A Marketing Finance Business Partner position. As our FP&A Marketing Finance Business Partner, you will provide support on all financial planning processes within the combined Yogurt & Desserts business unit. You will act as a key business partner to the Marketing team providing day to day financial and commercial decision support. What you'll do: - Co-ordination of the Controlling month end process: Day 4-month end review meeting and management of the month end timetable Bridging analysis to explain the profit result vs forecast, budget and prior year -Day 6 month and reporting pack. Business Partner Key Brand Teams: Vertically Business partner Brand Teams- providing financial and commercial decision support and insight to drive the business forwards in these areas, covering all Yogurts & Desserts brands: Management of Brand P&LS Input into the PEP process Key challenges / input into the monthly Brand Review meetings Dealing with day-to-day queries from your key contacts Ad-hoc reporting and analysis as & when required Manage the financial input to the Clarity system and ensure aligns with financial plans, ensure post launch reviews are completed. Provide support & challenge to the Marketing team on Marketing budgets. Ownership of the quarterly forecast process. Financial input into the brand review meeting cycle in terms of brand p&l performance mth, ytd and full year forecast. Financial Support to the annual (budget) and mid term (3YP) planning processes: Development & management of the timetables for the total Y&D Business Unit. Financial analysis on the branded business explaining the key planning assumptions and variances. Preparation of standard Group financial charts & presentations for both the branded & private label businesses. Delivery of profitability reporting to Group (total Y&D BU): Day 8 Scorecard and supplementary schedules Preparation of financial charts for the group business reviews Weekly volume reporting to group First point of contact for ad-hoc queries Financial Support provided to the Marketing Investment budget: Pre-evaluation of investment decisions Freeze pot management Quarterly forecasting Budget planning Co-ordination of the monthly BOP Financial Forecast: Produce P&LS for both branded & PL businesses -Financial evaluation of constrained demand plan Highlighting gap to targets What you'll bring: - Qualified accountant (CIMA preferable) Graduate level (2:1 minimum in business discipline) Essential Specialist/Technical skills / abilities: Ability to remain accurate in a fast-paced commercial environment whilst remaining pragmatic in judgment of materiality. Ability to provide decision support & challenge to the commercial teams Structured approach to managing priorities across multiple projects over different time horizons Being able to take a holistic view across the commercial sphere to ensure decisions are appropriate and do not lead to conflicting actions Previous commercial finance experience in decision support role. Desirable Specialist/Technical skills / abilities: Previous experience financial planning & reporting. Competent in SAP (CO-PA). Experience of working within a FMCG environment. Soft skills: Building strong relationships across the commercial teams to ensure involvement in decisions up front. Dynamic with the ability to make an impact. Driven individual eager for role / career progression. Demonstrates high accountability for role responsibilities / projects / initiatives. The Process If you have the skills and experience in the above areas and would like to be considered for this role, please apply at (url removed) You can find out more about M ller and what it's like to work for us by clicking here Careers at M ller UK & Ireland

Your new company A global entertainment business operating across film, music and more, with an international group structure spanning multiple territories and currencies. The business works at pace in a creative, commercially driven environment. Following a recent finance system migration to a new ERP, the team is now looking for experienced interim support during a period of transition. Your new role This is a hands-on, sleeves-rolled-up assignment. You'll be clearing a transactional backlog while supporting month-end, year-end (March), and improving group reporting across multiple entities and currencies.This is not a spectator role, it's about bringing clarity, control and confidence back into the numbers.Key responsibilities include: Clearing backlog transactions, including bank postings and unreconciled items Supporting month-end and year-end close Improving and overseeing multicurrency accounting across the group Supporting production accounting for film and media SPVs Liaising with outsourced statutory accountants Ensuring accurate, IFRS-compliant reporting across all entities What you'll need to succeed Proven interim experience in Finance Manager / Senior Accountant roles A strong track record cleaning up post-system implementations Confidence rolling your sleeves up and clearing transactional backlogs without drama Solid multi-currency and group accounting experience Exposure to media, film, production or project-based accounting (SPVs ideal) Good working knowledge of IFRS and year-end processes The ability to partner credibly with C-level stakeholders and commercial teams A calm, practical approach, you bring solutions, not noise. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Management Accountant A growing and well-established business in Burnham is looking to appoint a Management Accountant to join their finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded accountant to play a key role in supporting financial decision making and improving reporting processes. You will play s key part in helping the business through substantial future growth with the opportunity to get involve in a variety of tasks. The Management Accountant Role Reporting into the Financial Controller, the Management Accountant will be responsible for delivering accurate financial reporting, supporting budgeting and forecasting processes, and providing insightful analysis to senior stakeholders. Key Responsibilities for the Management Accountant Role Preparation of monthly management accounts Variance analysis and commentary Supporting the budgeting and forecasting process Balance sheet reconciliations P&L reconciliations Ad hoc reporting Identifying opportunities to improve financial processes and reporting What you will bring to the Management Accountant role Part-qualified or qualified accountant (ACCA / CIMA / ACA) Experience producing management accounts Strong Excel and analytical skills Proactive mindset What's on offer for the Management Accountant role: Salary £45,000 - £60,000 depending on experience Office based Company pension Strong progression opportunities within the company Support with further professional development Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

We're Hiring: Financial Controller-Commercial Location: Market Drayton / Hybrid - 3 days per week on site. Contract: Full-Time, Permanent Hours: Monday-Friday (40 hours) Benefits for the role: Competitive salary, generous annual bonus, Life Assurance, Company car or cash allowance, Private Medical Insurance, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising with service), Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Family Leave, Enhanced Bereavement Leave, Pension Employer Contribution Scheme (matched up to 8%), Exclusive access to M ller Rewards, offering a variety of online and in-store discounts and development opportunities. With over 31,000 employees across Europe and a long-standing commitment to excellence, M ller is a family-owned business known for its dedication to quality, innovation, and growth. In the UK alone, we produce a wide range of leading branded and private-label dairy products, from yogurts and desserts to butter and flavoured milk. If you are ready to unleash your potential and build an exciting career with Britian's most chosen dairy brand, M ller UK & Ireland, part of the renowned Unternehmensgruppe Theo M ller, invites you to apply for our Financial Controller-Commercial position. As Financial Controller-Commercial, you will operate as Finance lead & Number 2 to the Finance Director managing the revenue of a + 0.5BN company and to act as Co-Pilot to the Commercial Director covering both Brand and Private Label ensuring that both long and short term commercial & financial targets are met. What you'll do: - Co-pilot the Commercial Director and SLT providing financial insights, support and challenge on key commercial topics to ensure sustainable profitable growth of the business. Deputise for the Finance Director on an ad-hoc basis and support in delivery of key projects Delivery of the in-year monthly top line financial forecast and risks and opportunities ensuring we have the plans to deliver the annual budget Provide value added reporting on top line performance, clearly identifying key drivers and effectively communicating with key stakeholders Lead the end-to-end commercial bottom-up budget build for the next year (Year 1 of Strategy Plan) Finance lead on Private Label contract negotiations and tenders, making clear recommendations on future cost prices. Finance lead supporting Branded Sales team on joint customer business plans. Management of the commercial month end close. Owner of the balance sheet liability for trade accruals. Key point of contact for the external audit. Responsible for commercial sign off, ensuring compliance with internal policies Focus on process and system development within Commercial Finance to drive greater efficiency and to enable improved effectiveness in terms of planning and reporting. General management of direct reports including 1:1's, PDPs and objective setting. Nurture and develop talent and support individuals with development plans. Drive engagement through delivering EOS action plan. What you'll bring: - Qualified Accountant with 10+ years experience Commercial finance experience is essential along with broader experience across the Finance discipline, notably within both financial and management accounting. Experience within FMCG or Manufacturing required. Commercially minded, strong business partner. Into the detail, but also ability to make "complex simple". Strong leader, able to inspire, equip and enable others Strong willed - comfortable having the tough conversations. Can manage and influence upwards and challenge the status quo. Experience in managing large teams of qualified accountants Continuous improvement mentality The Process If you have the skills and experience in the above areas and would like to be considered for this role, please apply at (url removed) You can find out more about M ller and what it's like to work for us by clicking here Careers at M ller UK & Ireland

Do you enjoy analysing performance and helping senior leaders understand what's happening behind the numbers? Are you comfortable balancing technical accuracy with clear, practical insight? Would you value a role where your work genuinely supports planning, decision-making, and the implementation of finance process improvements? We're recruiting an Interim Senior Management Accountant on a 12m FTC on behalf of a sizeable organisation in London with a broad operational footprint. Working within a central finance reporting team, this role supports the delivery of high-quality management information, forecasts and analysis to senior stakeholders. Key responsibilities include: Preparing monthly management accounts, ensuring results are accurate, well-explained and delivered on time Supporting organisation-wide budgeting and reforecasting activity, resolving issues and maintaining momentum Analysing variances against budget and forecast, translating detail into clear business insight Providing constructive challenge to financial inputs and assumptions from across the organisation Partnering with operational teams to ensure financial reporting reflects underlying activity and performance Helping to enhance reporting processes, tools and outputs to improve consistency and usefulness This is a visible role that offers the chance to build strong relationships across the business and develop a reputation for high-quality analysis and trusted financial insight. You'll be encouraged to think commercially, ask questions and contribute to improving how performance is understood. Working pattern is two visits to the London office per week. To be considered, please meet these criteria: Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) Proven experience producing management accounts, budgets and forecasts Ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-finance audiences A proactive, improvement-focused mindset with strong attention to detail Confident working to deadlines in a fast-moving environment If you're looking for a management accounting role that combines technical quality with real business engagement, apply now or contact us for a confidential conversation.

A high-impact Finance Leadership (Head of Finance / Finance Director) role within a multi-site healthcare services organisation based in West Kent. This position will suit a commercially astute finance leader who combines operational sharpness with the ability to build capability, improve systems, strengthen financial discipline and drive performance across a complex, insurance led environment. Client Details Our client is an established, respected healthcare group with multiple sites across the South East. The organisation operates under an Employee Ownership Trust model, reinforcing a long-term, values-driven culture and a deep commitment to patient care. Continued growth and increased operational complexity have created the requirement for a Head of Finance, Chief Accountant or Finance Director who can elevate financial insight, strengthen reporting maturity and enhance organisational resilience. Description As the Head of Finance you will: Report to the CEO and board, and operate as the day to day finance lead for this business. Embed financial discipline, operational visibility and data-driven decision-making across all sites Build credibility and strong partnership with clinical and operational leaders Own the full financial planning cycle including long-term modelling, scenario planning and stress testing Strengthen cash forecasting and liquidity management in a leveraged environment, maintaining lender confidence Lead covenant management, headroom analysis and proactive engagement with external stakeholders Enhance the finance operating model, improving speed, accuracy and clarity of reporting Build robust site-level KPIs and performance dashboards that drive behaviour and accountability Improve processes and controls across payroll, procurement, revenue, month-end close and working capital Build and develop a capable finance team with clear standards, succession and operational reach Embed a culture of continuous improvement, ownership and high performance Support and mentor managers in strengthening financial capability across the organisation Profile A successful Head of Finance or Finance Director should have: Strong track record in multi-site healthcare or a similar regulated, patient-facing environment Proven ability to improve systems, forecasting tools, controls, reporting and visibility Experience operating within a leveraged business, including covenant frameworks, lender management and scenario analysis Demonstrable experience of building or reshaping a finance team to materially strengthen organisational performance Strong technical grounding coupled with commercial acuity and operational credibility Understanding of Employee Ownership Trusts (EOTs) or comparable long-term stewardship models would also be beneficial Exposure to insurance-led healthcare, private pay or complex revenue environments Job Offer Competitive salary ranging from £70,000 to £90,000 per annum dependant on experience Site based role in West Kent, with scope to influence outcomes. Bonus potential

Finance Manager - Strategic SME Role (Heathrow) A senior, hands-on Finance Manager opportunity within a growing, owner-managed freight forwarding business specialising in time-critical aviation logistics, including AOG (Aircraft on Ground), courier, air freight, road freight and on-board courier movements. Based near Heathrow, this is a key leadership role within the business. You will take full ownership of the finance function, working closely with the directors to ensure strong financial control, regulatory compliance and strategic growth planning. This is not a corporate reporting role. It is a commercially focused, operationally connected position within a fast-moving logistics environment. If you have also worked in any of the following roles, we would also like to hear from you: Financial Controller, Logistics Finance Manager, SME Finance Lead, Commercial Finance Manager, Freight Forwarding Finance Manager, SME Senior Management Accountant, Company Accountant, Finance Business Partner, Head of Finance (SME) SALARY: £55,000 - £65,000 per annum (depending on experience) + Performance Bonus + Benefits LOCATION: Feltham, Hounslow, West London JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent JOB OVERVIEW As Finance Manager, you will oversee all financial operations of the business, ensuring robust financial control within a 24/7 time-critical freight environment. The company operates using Sage Line 50 for accounting and BoxTop Technologies for freight operations, with integration between operational and financial systems. You will take ownership of system integrity, reporting accuracy and financial controls across both platforms. Given the nature of freight forwarding, the role includes oversight of: Duty Deferment Accounts Community Transit Guarantees HMRC compliance and customs-related accounting Multi-currency transactions and overseas supplier payments You will play a central role in managing working capital, improving reporting visibility and supporting the company's next phase of growth. This is a key appointment within the business and will directly influence strategic and commercial decision-making. APPLY TODAY Ready to make your next career move? Apply Now for our Recruitment Team to review. DUTIES Your duties as Finance Manager will include: Full ownership of monthly management accounts and reporting Cashflow forecasting and working capital management Oversight of Duty Deferment Accounts and Community Transit Guarantees Ensuring HMRC compliance including VAT (import/export), postponed VAT accounting and customs-related accounting Budgeting and annual forecasting Margin analysis by department (Air / Road / Courier / OBC / AOG) Shipment-level profitability analysis Credit control oversight and debtor days management Managing multi-currency accounts (GBP, EUR, USD) and foreign supplier payments Oversight of additional trading currencies where applicable Reviewing and maintaining integration between BoxTop operational system and Sage Line 50 Improving financial reporting outputs across Sage and BoxTop Strengthening internal controls and financial processes Payroll oversight and pension compliance Liaison with external accountants and tax advisers Supporting directors with commercial decision-making and long-term planning CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS Proven experience as a Finance Manager or Financial Controller within an SME Experience within freight forwarding, logistics, aviation or international trade (highly desirable) Strong working knowledge of Sage Line 50 (or equivalent SME accounting software) Strong understanding of Excel is essential Experience working with integrated freight forwarding systems (BoxTop highly advantageous) Experience managing Duty Deferment Accounts and HMRC exposure Strong understanding of UK VAT including import/export VAT Experience managing multi-currency environments Strong working capital and cashflow management experience Commercially minded with ability to analyse margins and profitability Professional qualification (ACCA / CIMA / ACA) preferred but not essential Hands-on approach with strong attention to detail BENEFITS 20 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays Performance-related annual bonus Pension scheme Private medical care following probation Long-term career progression within a growing SME Opportunity to shape and lead the finance function HOW TO APPLY To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV's of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose. JOB REF: AWDO-P14453 Full-Time, Permanent Accountancy Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Feltham, Hounslow, West London. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online. AWD online specialise in sourcing candidates and advertising vacancies on multiple job boards for companies on a non-commission basis. AWD online operates as an employment agency. awd online

ARJ12827 Group Financial Controller - Top 50 Firm - St Albans Are you an ACCA/ACA qualified Accountant with previous experience gained in house, ideally with a firm of accountants or a wider professional service firm and looking for a role locally Our client is a growing mid-tier firm of Accountants with offices in London and the Home Counties. The firm is seeking to recruit a Group FC to oversee the finance operations and provide commercial support to the business. Group Financial Controller responsibilities will include: Responsible for overseeing the financial operations of the whole firm Secure robust financial control and provide accurate reporting and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements Provide financial guidance to senior management with timely, high-quality insights to drive performance, profitability and sustainable growth As a Group Financial Controller, you will be/have: ACCA/ACA qualified Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and regulatory requirements. Previous experience working in house with another firm of Accountants or professional services firm Proven ability to manage and develop a team. In return, as a Group Financial Controller, you will receive: A competitive salary and an attractive benefits package If you are looking for Group Financial Controller, jobs in Hertfordshire, please contact Austin Rose, the public practice recruitment specialists.

Finance Director (Ideal First-Time FD Opportunity) / Warrington / Salary £75,000 - £85,000 plus benefits. We are proud to be exclusively partnering with our client who are a very successful, privately owned and expanding organisation based in Warrington. The business operates across the UK and as they move into their next phase of growth, they are looking to appoint an exceptional candidate to lead their finance function. This is a pivotal leadership role in a dynamic business - ideal for ambitious candidates who thrive in a fast-scaling environments and enjoys operating at both strategic and hands-on levels. They are now looking to appoint a Finance Director - this is an exceptional opportunity for either an experienced FD or an ambitious senior finance professional ready to step up into their first FD role. The Role The Finance Director will have full ownership of the finance function with influence at board level. Responsible for the company's financial systems, strategy, and statutory compliance. This will include overseeing financial planning, budgeting, reporting, and risk management - with the opportunity to shape and modernise financial processes, systems, and MI. You will be working in a supportive leadership team that values finance as a strategic partner - acting as a key advisor to the board on commercial strategy and growth. This is a hands-on leadership role but with clear exposure to growth projects, acquisitions and long-term strategic planning. A role with real autonomy, visibility and long-term progression. Key Responsibilities Strategic & Commercial Leadership: Support the leadership team in developing and delivering strategic financial plans. Providing insight, analysis, and commercially focused recommendations. You will play a key role in shaping future growth initiatives and business planning. Financial Reporting & Governance: Oversee the preparation of monthly management accounts, annual budgets, forecasts, and statutory accounts. Strengthen financial controls, policies, and governance across the organisation, ensuring full compliance with statutory, regulatory, and tax requirements. Team Leadership & Development: Lead and mentor a small finance team, creating a culture of continuous improvement. Developing capability in reporting, controls, and MI as the team evolves. Cash & Risk Management: Oversee cash flow forecasting, working capital management, and liquidity planning. You will manage external relationships, including auditors and lenders. Manage banking relationships and ensure appropriate funding structures are in place. M&A & Investment Support: Assist with due diligence, modelling and integration relating to acquisitions or future investment opportunities. Support corporate projects and strategic financial initiatives. Ideal Candidate Profile Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA). Strong grounding in financial reporting, budgeting/forecasting and controls. Experience operating at senior finance level (Head of Finance, Senior Finance Manager, Financial Controller) Ideally with experience of managing banking relationships and working with external advisers. Confident communicator with the ability to influence at board level. Hands-on approach with the drive to build, improve and lead. Involvement in acquisitions, funding discussions, or investment activity, is desirable. To discuss this fantastic opportunity please contact Lauren Harrison at Accountable Recruitment on

Handle Recruitment are proud to be assisting a Global Media Giant in their search for a Financial Controller to join their senior leadership team. This role will be responsible for overseeing financial reporting, compliance, controllership, and process improvements while supporting the EMEA Controller and leading the local finance team. This is an exciting opportunity for a technically strong, hands-on finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys driving operational improvements. Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting, Compliance & Accounting Support the EMEA Controller in preparing and coordinating the month-end close process. Review monthly profit & loss statements, balance sheets, and key reconciliations. Ensure controlling activities meet country regulatory reporting requirements, including US GAAP. Review statutory financial statements, including UK consolidated accounts, and related regulatory filings for Board approval. Support and execute reporting under UK GAAP. Manage and support external audit engagements. Review and approve tax computations and VAT returns. Oversee cash flow forecasts and perform monthly variance analysis. Review and approve journals and judgement-based manual adjustments. Leadership & Stakeholder Management Work closely with Corporate Finance, FP&A, and Commercial Controlling teams. Lead and manage the Financial Reporting and Controllership teams. Act as a key liaison with department heads and commercial teams. Oversee the production of accounts receivable and accounts payable reporting. Manage tax compliance, intercompany transactions, and transfer pricing policies. Process Improvement & Operational Excellence Monitor operational KPIs and service delivery across the finance function. Partner with the Senior Director of Controlling Operations to mitigate risks and identify improvement opportunities. Oversee the balance sheet reconciliation process performed by the Controlling Operations team. Drive initiatives to improve Free Cash Flow and take ownership of cash flow forecasting. Contribute to the development of reporting standards, financial policies, and internal controls. Support offshore teams in standardising and improving finance processes and technology. Qualifications & Experience Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA). Minimum 10 years post-qualification experience. Experience within a top 10 accountancy firm is highly desirable. Proven experience as a Financial Controller or equivalent senior finance role. Skills & Expertise Strong technical knowledge of US GAAP and UK GAAP. Experience managing internal and external audits. Strong understanding of corporation tax, VAT, and withholding tax. Experience implementing or monitoring internal control frameworks. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to lead teams and influence change. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Tax Accountant Salary: Up to £60,000 + Enhanced Benefits Location: Birmingham (Hybrid Working Available) Type: Full-time, PermanentA well-established and growing UK-based organisation is seeking a Tax Accountant to join its central finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant with strong tax and VAT experience to take ownership of key compliance processes while contributing to wider tax strategy and process improvement initiatives within a complex, multi-entity business.Working closely with the Tax Finance Manager and wider finance teams, you will ensure the business meets its tax obligations while providing proactive insight and guidance across the organisation.The Role As Tax Accountant, you will play a critical role in ensuring accurate and timely tax compliance across multiple jurisdictions while supporting continuous improvement across tax processes and controls.Key responsibilities will include: VAT Compliance: Preparing and reviewing VAT returns across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring timely and accurate submissions. Corporation Tax Support: Providing analysis and financial data to support annual tax computations, identifying unusual items and working with the wider tax team to ensure appropriate treatment. Tax Governance & Controls: Maintaining and enhancing documentation around tax processes and supporting the organisation's Tax Risk Control Framework. Audit Support: Assisting internal and external auditors with tax-related queries and documentation. Process Improvement: Identifying opportunities to improve efficiency through automation, system enhancements, and improved reporting processes. Business Partnering: Working collaboratively with finance, commercial teams, and external advisors to ensure accurate tax treatment of transactions. Legislative Monitoring: Tracking changes in tax legislation and ensuring the business remains compliant with evolving regulatory requirements. We're looking for a technically strong tax professional who can combine compliance expertise with commercial awareness.You will likely have: A recognised accounting qualification (ACA/ACCA) Strong VAT experience and knowledge of UK tax legislation Understanding of corporation tax principles and tax reporting processes The ability to communicate technical tax matters clearly to non-tax colleagues A proactive mindset with an interest in process improvement and automation What's on Offer Salary up to £60,000 Enhanced benefits package Hybrid working and flexible working environment Exposure to a broad range of tax matters across multiple jurisdictions Opportunity to work in a large, collaborative finance function Clear development opportunities within a stable and growing organisation If you are a qualified accountant with strong VAT and tax compliance experience, looking to take the next step in a broad and commercially involved role, we would love to hear from you.

Finance Business Partner - FMCG (Rochester) Location: Rochester Industry: Fast-Moving Consumer Goods Reports to: Head of Finance / Finance Director Type: Permanent About the Role A leading FMCG business in Rochester is seeking a commercially minded Finance Business Partner to act as the key link between Finance and Operations. You will provide financial insight, challenge performance, and support decision-making across production, supply chain, sales, and category teams. This is a highly visible role suited to someone who enjoys influencing stakeholders and driving real business outcomes. Key Responsibilities Business Partnering Build strong relationships with operational, commercial, and senior leadership teams. Provide financial insight to help non-finance stakeholders understand business performance. Support commercial teams with pricing, promotional planning, customer profitability, and margin analysis. Act as financial voice in planning meetings, supply chain discussions, and category reviews. Financial Planning & Analysis Lead the budgeting and forecasting cycles for your business units. Deliver accurate weekly and monthly management reporting with clear commentary. Analyse variances against budget/forecast and provide recommendations for performance improvement. Assist in long-range planning and scenario modelling. Commercial & Operational Support Provide financial modelling for new product launches, commercial proposals, and capex. Evaluate customer agreements, trade spend, and promotional ROI. Work closely with supply chain to understand production efficiencies, waste, and cost-to-serve. Performance Management Track key KPIs across sales, cost, margins, and operational efficiency. Highlight risks, opportunities, and actionable insights. Drive cost-saving initiatives and support continuous improvement projects. Skills & Experience Required Qualified accountant (CIMA/ACCA/ACA) or studying towards qualification. Experience in FMCG, manufacturing, retail, or another fast-paced commercial environment. Strong business partnering skills with the ability to challenge and influence. Advanced Excel and comfortable with data manipulation; exposure to ERP systems beneficial. Strong analytical mindset and commercially aware approach. Excellent communication skills, capable of translating financial performance into business language. Personal Attributes Confident, engaging, and proactive. Ability to work at pace and manage multiple priorities. Comfortable presenting numbers and insight to senior stakeholders. Curious, commercially savvy, and focused on value creation. What the Business Offers Competitive salary + bonus. Clear progression pathway in a growing FMCG organisation. Strong team culture with plenty of exposure to senior leadership.