Chief Financial Officer, UKRI Contract Term: This is a permanent, open-ended position. Location: London or Swindon. Please note, this role includes regular travel to sites across the UK and international travel on occasion Direct Reports: The postholder will have line management responsibility for 7 direct reports which includes roles such as Chief Information Officer, Finance Director and General Counsel & Head of Legal. Availability: Successful candidates will be encouraged to take up their appointment as soon as possible, following the successful completion of pre-appointment checks and security clearance. Security Level: The successful candidate must hold, or be willing to undergo, Developed Vetting (DV) security clearance. Please note that UKRI reserves the right to initiate or repeat security screening as required during the course of employment. Closing Date: 23:55 on Sunday 7th June 2026. About UKRI Launched in 2018, UKRI is an independent, non-departmental public body, which invests £10 billion per annum in research and innovation. We bring together nine executive council partners (the seven Research Councils plus Innovate UK and Research England) with a shared vision to ensure the UK maintains its world-leading position in research and innovation. UKRI also provides coordinated strategic advice to the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology on the balance of funding between research disciplines. Our mission is to "advance knowledge, improve lives and drive growth". There is great intent in these seven words. The three parts of this mission are all equally important. Any knowledge-driven economy must support curiosity-driven research to provide the novel ideas that underpin the application of research, which ultimately leads to innovative companies that deliver the products and services which change our lives. UKRI is at its best when we deliver mutual symbiosis between these three parts. We employ around 9,000 staff who support some of the world's most exciting and challenging research projects. We develop and operate some of the most remarkable scientific facilities in the world and work collaboratively with industry, academia and government in exciting partnerships. We are pushing the frontiers of human knowledge through blue sky research and delivering benefits for UK society and the economy through world-class research and business-led innovation. UKRI invests in research and innovation across all disciplines, from curiosity-driven research to business-led innovation. Our activities include: Funding excellent research and innovation across universities, research institutes, businesses and public sector bodies Supporting skills and talent, from doctoral training to leadership in academia, industry and the public sector Building and sustaining national research infrastructure, including major facilities, data capabilities and digital platforms Driving place-based growth, supporting clusters and strengthening local innovation ecosystems across the UK Convening and connecting partners across government, academia, industry and international systems to tackle complex challenges such as climate change, health, security and productivity About the Role The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a senior strategic leader and principal adviser to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Board. As a principal decision-maker, the CFO provides organisation-wide leadership across the following UKRI functions: finance legal digital and data risk and assurance. Alongside the CEO, the CFO is an executive member of the UKRI board. The CFO is responsible for ensuring the organisation manages public money with strong governance, effective stewardship of public funds, and the highest standards of financial management, assurance and control. They should provide strategic leadership on all aspects of public sector finance. They must ensure that financial decisions are robust, evidence based, and aligned with government priorities and the organisation's statutory responsibilities. The CFO leads the organisation's engagement with Spending Reviews and wider fiscal planning, ensuring that: resources are clearly linked to outcome financial forecasts are credible and sustainable the organisation can demonstrate strong financial management to ministers, the sponsoring department, HM Treasury, and other stakeholders. Working in close partnership with the CEO, the CFO plays a central role in shaping and delivering UKRI's long-term strategic vision. The role requires a deep understanding of the political, economic and societal context in which UKRI operates, translating external drivers and risks into clear strategic priorities and operational plans. The CFO also manages a number of senior leaders across UKRI, building organisational capability and resilience. Externally, the CFO will build confidence and engage at the highest levels of Government, industry, academia and with international partners The CFO will be a member of the Executive Committee and the UKRI Board. They will: lead a directorate of approximately 800 people through 7 direct reports manage a direct annual budget of £40 million carry overarching responsibility for managing finance and commercials across the UK Research & Innovation portfolio worth £10Bn. The CFO will establish and maintain a legally robust, risk-based governance and control framework that supports confident decision-making and delivery. They will lead engagement with the Government Internal Audit Agency and the Audit Committee, providing clear assurance to the Accounting Officer and Board on the effectiveness of governance, risk management and internal control. They will also serve as a non-executive director on UKRI spin-out company boards where required, offering governance, challenge and commercial insight to support growth and protect public value. They will also oversee other professional services within UKRI, to be discussed with the successful candidate. Key Responsibilities: Providing strategic leadership across UKRI, working closely with the CEO and executive colleagues to shape organisational direction and ensure UKRI's interests are effectively represented to internal and external stakeholders, including senior government officials, industry leaders, and international partners Guiding the development and execution of UKRI's long-term strategy, exercising sound judgement in balancing DSIT objectives, financial constraints, and emerging national opportunities to position UKRI as a world-leading research and innovation organisation Overseeing day-to-day executive operations as a core member of the Executive Committee, with direct accountability for finance, digital, data, risk and legal, across UKRI's entire portfolio Representing the CEO and UKRI at high-level engagements, deploying strong influencing skills to build trust with industry, and steward key relationships at central and local government levels, as well as with major customers, strategic partners and corporate service providers Providing executive leadership over strategic partnerships, enabling UKRI and UK companies to access critical technologies and capabilities that support national priorities and global competitiveness Serving as a non-executive director on UKRI spin-out boards as required, bringing strong governance, commercial insight, and independent judgement to high-growth ventures Providing robust budget stewardship to ensure UKRI makes full and effective use of its grant in aid in delivering its organisational objectives. To find out more about the role please click 'apply' to visit out careers site. Your Skills and Experience UKRI wishes to attract the highest calibre of candidates with the appropriate standing for this role. The successful candidate will be able to command confidence and represent the organisation with its many stakeholders at the highest level, being able to demonstrate the following: Essential Criteria: Proven experience leading and developing diverse, high-performing teams, with the ability to set direction, delegate effectively, and deliver results through others Extensive experience holding enterprise-wide responsibility for financial probity, governance, and the effective delivery of financial outcomes within a large, complex organisation. Strong understanding of the drivers of UK economic growth, including wider policy, sectoral, and market trends that shape national research and innovation priorities Exceptional relationship-building and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to establish credibility quickly and build productive partnerships with industry, central and local government, universities, and other external institutions Highly effective communicator and influencer, able to operate confidently at Board and senior Government levels, challenge constructively, and shape decision-making in complex, multi-stakeholder environments Strong personal resilience and sound judgement, with the ability to make decisions under pressure, manage differing viewpoints, and maintain focus on organisational priorities Demonstrated commitment to personal growth, organisational learning, and continuous improvement . click apply for full job details
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
Chief Financial Officer, UKRI Contract Term: This is a permanent, open-ended position. Location: London or Swindon. Please note, this role includes regular travel to sites across the UK and international travel on occasion Direct Reports: The postholder will have line management responsibility for 7 direct reports which includes roles such as Chief Information Officer, Finance Director and General Counsel & Head of Legal. Availability: Successful candidates will be encouraged to take up their appointment as soon as possible, following the successful completion of pre-appointment checks and security clearance. Security Level: The successful candidate must hold, or be willing to undergo, Developed Vetting (DV) security clearance. Please note that UKRI reserves the right to initiate or repeat security screening as required during the course of employment. Closing Date: 23:55 on Sunday 7th June 2026. About UKRI Launched in 2018, UKRI is an independent, non-departmental public body, which invests £10 billion per annum in research and innovation. We bring together nine executive council partners (the seven Research Councils plus Innovate UK and Research England) with a shared vision to ensure the UK maintains its world-leading position in research and innovation. UKRI also provides coordinated strategic advice to the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology on the balance of funding between research disciplines. Our mission is to "advance knowledge, improve lives and drive growth". There is great intent in these seven words. The three parts of this mission are all equally important. Any knowledge-driven economy must support curiosity-driven research to provide the novel ideas that underpin the application of research, which ultimately leads to innovative companies that deliver the products and services which change our lives. UKRI is at its best when we deliver mutual symbiosis between these three parts. We employ around 9,000 staff who support some of the world's most exciting and challenging research projects. We develop and operate some of the most remarkable scientific facilities in the world and work collaboratively with industry, academia and government in exciting partnerships. We are pushing the frontiers of human knowledge through blue sky research and delivering benefits for UK society and the economy through world-class research and business-led innovation. UKRI invests in research and innovation across all disciplines, from curiosity-driven research to business-led innovation. Our activities include: Funding excellent research and innovation across universities, research institutes, businesses and public sector bodies Supporting skills and talent, from doctoral training to leadership in academia, industry and the public sector Building and sustaining national research infrastructure, including major facilities, data capabilities and digital platforms Driving place-based growth, supporting clusters and strengthening local innovation ecosystems across the UK Convening and connecting partners across government, academia, industry and international systems to tackle complex challenges such as climate change, health, security and productivity About the Role The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a senior strategic leader and principal adviser to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Board. As a principal decision-maker, the CFO provides organisation-wide leadership across the following UKRI functions: finance legal digital and data risk and assurance. Alongside the CEO, the CFO is an executive member of the UKRI board. The CFO is responsible for ensuring the organisation manages public money with strong governance, effective stewardship of public funds, and the highest standards of financial management, assurance and control. They should provide strategic leadership on all aspects of public sector finance. They must ensure that financial decisions are robust, evidence based, and aligned with government priorities and the organisation's statutory responsibilities. The CFO leads the organisation's engagement with Spending Reviews and wider fiscal planning, ensuring that: resources are clearly linked to outcome financial forecasts are credible and sustainable the organisation can demonstrate strong financial management to ministers, the sponsoring department, HM Treasury, and other stakeholders. Working in close partnership with the CEO, the CFO plays a central role in shaping and delivering UKRI's long-term strategic vision. The role requires a deep understanding of the political, economic and societal context in which UKRI operates, translating external drivers and risks into clear strategic priorities and operational plans. The CFO also manages a number of senior leaders across UKRI, building organisational capability and resilience. Externally, the CFO will build confidence and engage at the highest levels of Government, industry, academia and with international partners The CFO will be a member of the Executive Committee and the UKRI Board. They will: lead a directorate of approximately 800 people through 7 direct reports manage a direct annual budget of £40 million carry overarching responsibility for managing finance and commercials across the UK Research & Innovation portfolio worth £10Bn. The CFO will establish and maintain a legally robust, risk-based governance and control framework that supports confident decision-making and delivery. They will lead engagement with the Government Internal Audit Agency and the Audit Committee, providing clear assurance to the Accounting Officer and Board on the effectiveness of governance, risk management and internal control. They will also serve as a non-executive director on UKRI spin-out company boards where required, offering governance, challenge and commercial insight to support growth and protect public value. They will also oversee other professional services within UKRI, to be discussed with the successful candidate. Key Responsibilities: Providing strategic leadership across UKRI, working closely with the CEO and executive colleagues to shape organisational direction and ensure UKRI's interests are effectively represented to internal and external stakeholders, including senior government officials, industry leaders, and international partners Guiding the development and execution of UKRI's long-term strategy, exercising sound judgement in balancing DSIT objectives, financial constraints, and emerging national opportunities to position UKRI as a world-leading research and innovation organisation Overseeing day-to-day executive operations as a core member of the Executive Committee, with direct accountability for finance, digital, data, risk and legal, across UKRI's entire portfolio Representing the CEO and UKRI at high-level engagements, deploying strong influencing skills to build trust with industry, and steward key relationships at central and local government levels, as well as with major customers, strategic partners and corporate service providers Providing executive leadership over strategic partnerships, enabling UKRI and UK companies to access critical technologies and capabilities that support national priorities and global competitiveness Serving as a non-executive director on UKRI spin-out boards as required, bringing strong governance, commercial insight, and independent judgement to high-growth ventures Providing robust budget stewardship to ensure UKRI makes full and effective use of its grant in aid in delivering its organisational objectives. To find out more about the role please click 'apply' to visit out careers site. Your Skills and Experience UKRI wishes to attract the highest calibre of candidates with the appropriate standing for this role. The successful candidate will be able to command confidence and represent the organisation with its many stakeholders at the highest level, being able to demonstrate the following: Essential Criteria: Proven experience leading and developing diverse, high-performing teams, with the ability to set direction, delegate effectively, and deliver results through others Extensive experience holding enterprise-wide responsibility for financial probity, governance, and the effective delivery of financial outcomes within a large, complex organisation. Strong understanding of the drivers of UK economic growth, including wider policy, sectoral, and market trends that shape national research and innovation priorities Exceptional relationship-building and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to establish credibility quickly and build productive partnerships with industry, central and local government, universities, and other external institutions Highly effective communicator and influencer, able to operate confidently at Board and senior Government levels, challenge constructively, and shape decision-making in complex, multi-stakeholder environments Strong personal resilience and sound judgement, with the ability to make decisions under pressure, manage differing viewpoints, and maintain focus on organisational priorities Demonstrated commitment to personal growth, organisational learning, and continuous improvement . click apply for full job details
Octopus Energy started with a bold idea: to build Britain's first truly digital energy supplier. By combining world-class tech with brilliant humans who care deeply about customers and driving the renewable energy transition, we made it happen and in 2025, we became Britain's largest energy supplier. We now serve over 12 million customers globally, are present in over 30 countries and manage a £7 billion portfolio of renewable energy assets. We are seeking a highly motivated individual for a maternity cover position. This position offers a number of excellent opportunities, including a high-impact leadership role with genuine ownership, exposure to complex, group-level and international accounting matters, exposure to ESG reporting, and the chance to shape processes, controls, and policies through digital transformation as the business continues to scale globally. The successful candidate will also benefit from a collaborative, growth-focused environment and strong visibility with senior stakeholders and investors. What you'll do Full ownership of the group's financial reporting, managing month-end, year-end, and statutory accounts as well as the consolidation process under IFRS Oversight of statutory accounts and filings across multiple entities Act as an internal consultant on all technical issues, providing guidance to divisional finance teams and advising stakeholders on the impact of any accounting developments Development and maintenance of group-wide accounting policies and procedures Act as finance lead in relation to the implementation of new systems and processes whilst constantly looking at new ways to enhance efficiencies across global finance through the use of new technologies, automation and AI Work closely with other corporate functions such as FP&A, Tax, Treasury and Investor Relations, providing support and guidance where required Full ownership of the audit process Responsibility for the management and development of a team of qualified and part-qualified accountants Work alongside the Sustainability team to deliver on reporting and helping to prepare for new regulatory reporting requirements such as CSRD Play a key role in the strategic development of the company, working on a range of ad hoc projects surrounding M&A activity, business transformation, corporate structuring and financing What you'll need Qualified Accountant (ACA) with strong technical accounting experience - with relevant post qualification experience in professional services firm or industry Strong team management and mentoring skills Strong experience within a group or multi-entity reporting environment Up-to-date IFRS technical expertise Comfortable operating within a high-growth environment Strong leadership capability with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines Why else you'll love it here • Wondering what the salary for this role is? Just ask us! On a call with one of our recruiters it's something we always cover as we genuinely want to match your experience with the correct salary. The reason why we don't advertise is because we honestly have a degree of flexibility and would never want salary to be a reason why someone doesn't apply to Octopus - what's more important to us is finding the right octofit! • Octopus Energy Group is a unique culture. An organisation where people learn, decide, and build quicker. Where people work with autonomy, alongside a wide range of amazing co-owners, on projects that break new ground. We want your hard work to be rewarded with perks you actually care about! We were recently named the , and we ranked in the . Our Group CEO, Greg has recorded and how we empower our people. We've also been placed in the • Visit our UK perks hub - If this sounds like you then we'd love to hear from you. P.S. Our process usually takes up to 4 weeks, but we'll always do our best to flex around what works for you. Along the way, you'll chat with our recruitment team and your Recruiter will help you throughout different stages. Got any burning questions before then? Drop us a message at and we'd love to help! Are you ready for a career with us? We want to ensure you have all the tools and environment you need to unleash your potential. Need any specific accommodations? Whether you require specific accommodations or have a unique preference, let us know, and we'll do what we can to customise your interview process for comfort and maximum magic! Studies have shown that some groups of people, like women, are less likely to apply to a role unless they meet 100% of the job requirements. Whoever you are, if you like one of our jobs, we encourage you to apply as you might just be the candidate we hire. Across Octopus, we're looking for genuinely decent people who are honest and empathetic. Our people are our strongest asset and the unique skills and perspectives people bring to the team are the driving force of our success. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute. Our commitment is to provide equal opportunities, an inclusive work environment, and fairness for everyone.
Apr 30, 2026
Contractor
Octopus Energy started with a bold idea: to build Britain's first truly digital energy supplier. By combining world-class tech with brilliant humans who care deeply about customers and driving the renewable energy transition, we made it happen and in 2025, we became Britain's largest energy supplier. We now serve over 12 million customers globally, are present in over 30 countries and manage a £7 billion portfolio of renewable energy assets. We are seeking a highly motivated individual for a maternity cover position. This position offers a number of excellent opportunities, including a high-impact leadership role with genuine ownership, exposure to complex, group-level and international accounting matters, exposure to ESG reporting, and the chance to shape processes, controls, and policies through digital transformation as the business continues to scale globally. The successful candidate will also benefit from a collaborative, growth-focused environment and strong visibility with senior stakeholders and investors. What you'll do Full ownership of the group's financial reporting, managing month-end, year-end, and statutory accounts as well as the consolidation process under IFRS Oversight of statutory accounts and filings across multiple entities Act as an internal consultant on all technical issues, providing guidance to divisional finance teams and advising stakeholders on the impact of any accounting developments Development and maintenance of group-wide accounting policies and procedures Act as finance lead in relation to the implementation of new systems and processes whilst constantly looking at new ways to enhance efficiencies across global finance through the use of new technologies, automation and AI Work closely with other corporate functions such as FP&A, Tax, Treasury and Investor Relations, providing support and guidance where required Full ownership of the audit process Responsibility for the management and development of a team of qualified and part-qualified accountants Work alongside the Sustainability team to deliver on reporting and helping to prepare for new regulatory reporting requirements such as CSRD Play a key role in the strategic development of the company, working on a range of ad hoc projects surrounding M&A activity, business transformation, corporate structuring and financing What you'll need Qualified Accountant (ACA) with strong technical accounting experience - with relevant post qualification experience in professional services firm or industry Strong team management and mentoring skills Strong experience within a group or multi-entity reporting environment Up-to-date IFRS technical expertise Comfortable operating within a high-growth environment Strong leadership capability with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines Why else you'll love it here • Wondering what the salary for this role is? Just ask us! On a call with one of our recruiters it's something we always cover as we genuinely want to match your experience with the correct salary. The reason why we don't advertise is because we honestly have a degree of flexibility and would never want salary to be a reason why someone doesn't apply to Octopus - what's more important to us is finding the right octofit! • Octopus Energy Group is a unique culture. An organisation where people learn, decide, and build quicker. Where people work with autonomy, alongside a wide range of amazing co-owners, on projects that break new ground. We want your hard work to be rewarded with perks you actually care about! We were recently named the , and we ranked in the . Our Group CEO, Greg has recorded and how we empower our people. We've also been placed in the • Visit our UK perks hub - If this sounds like you then we'd love to hear from you. P.S. Our process usually takes up to 4 weeks, but we'll always do our best to flex around what works for you. Along the way, you'll chat with our recruitment team and your Recruiter will help you throughout different stages. Got any burning questions before then? Drop us a message at and we'd love to help! Are you ready for a career with us? We want to ensure you have all the tools and environment you need to unleash your potential. Need any specific accommodations? Whether you require specific accommodations or have a unique preference, let us know, and we'll do what we can to customise your interview process for comfort and maximum magic! Studies have shown that some groups of people, like women, are less likely to apply to a role unless they meet 100% of the job requirements. Whoever you are, if you like one of our jobs, we encourage you to apply as you might just be the candidate we hire. Across Octopus, we're looking for genuinely decent people who are honest and empathetic. Our people are our strongest asset and the unique skills and perspectives people bring to the team are the driving force of our success. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute. Our commitment is to provide equal opportunities, an inclusive work environment, and fairness for everyone.
Join a dynamic Engineering organisation based in Petersfield, Hampshire, as Head of Finance. With a rich history and a strong growth trajectory, this ambitious company is keen to welcome a strategic leader to drive financial excellence and support continued success. Recognised for its commitment to innovation and development, the business offers a collaborative culture and significant opportunity for career progression, along with a competitive salary package. What will the Head of Finance role involve? Leading the finance team, ensuring effective financial management and reporting to support strategic objectives Overseeing the production of timely management accounts, statutory returns, and compliance activities Driving financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting to help shape the company's growth plans Building strong relationships with key stakeholders across departments to deliver value-added insights and support decision-making Reviewing and enhancing internal controls, systems, and processes to optimise financial operations and mitigate risks Suitable Candidate for the Head of Finance vacancy: Fully qualified accountant with extensive experience in senior financial leadership roles Proven track record in managing and developing finance teams within a growing organisation Strong commercial awareness coupled with excellent communication skills and stakeholder engagement abilities Able to operate confidently at both strategic and hands-on levels, influencing across departments Resilient, proactive, and capable of driving financial improvements while fostering a collaborative environment Additional benefits and information for the role of Head of Finance: Opportunity to play a pivotal role in a successful, evolving organisation Supportive leadership team and clear avenues for personal and professional development Onsite office-based role, fostering close collaboration and team engagement Salary will be dependent on experience CMA Recruitment Group is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role. CMA complies with all relevant UK legislation and doesn't discriminate on any protected characteristics. By completing the application process, you agree to the terms outlined in our Privacy Notice and that CMA may contact you in connection with your application in relation to CMA providing you with work finding services. Our Privacy Notice can be viewed under the privacy tab on our website. CMA is currently receiving a high volume of applications. Whilst we ensure all applications are considered, regrettably, it may not be possible to respond individually to all applications received.
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
Join a dynamic Engineering organisation based in Petersfield, Hampshire, as Head of Finance. With a rich history and a strong growth trajectory, this ambitious company is keen to welcome a strategic leader to drive financial excellence and support continued success. Recognised for its commitment to innovation and development, the business offers a collaborative culture and significant opportunity for career progression, along with a competitive salary package. What will the Head of Finance role involve? Leading the finance team, ensuring effective financial management and reporting to support strategic objectives Overseeing the production of timely management accounts, statutory returns, and compliance activities Driving financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting to help shape the company's growth plans Building strong relationships with key stakeholders across departments to deliver value-added insights and support decision-making Reviewing and enhancing internal controls, systems, and processes to optimise financial operations and mitigate risks Suitable Candidate for the Head of Finance vacancy: Fully qualified accountant with extensive experience in senior financial leadership roles Proven track record in managing and developing finance teams within a growing organisation Strong commercial awareness coupled with excellent communication skills and stakeholder engagement abilities Able to operate confidently at both strategic and hands-on levels, influencing across departments Resilient, proactive, and capable of driving financial improvements while fostering a collaborative environment Additional benefits and information for the role of Head of Finance: Opportunity to play a pivotal role in a successful, evolving organisation Supportive leadership team and clear avenues for personal and professional development Onsite office-based role, fostering close collaboration and team engagement Salary will be dependent on experience CMA Recruitment Group is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role. CMA complies with all relevant UK legislation and doesn't discriminate on any protected characteristics. By completing the application process, you agree to the terms outlined in our Privacy Notice and that CMA may contact you in connection with your application in relation to CMA providing you with work finding services. Our Privacy Notice can be viewed under the privacy tab on our website. CMA is currently receiving a high volume of applications. Whilst we ensure all applications are considered, regrettably, it may not be possible to respond individually to all applications received.
Business Analyst - SAP RISE Migration (Data & Processes) Initial 6 month contract Major Transformation Programme £500-600pd inside IR35 Hybrid working in Manchester as needed for meetings & workshops We're looking for a hands-on Business Analyst to play a key role in a large-scale SAP RISE migration programme, focused on data, processes and capability build out. This is a high-impact, discovery-led role where you'll operate with strong autonomy; owning conversations, shaping requirements and translating complex business problems into clear, actionable outputs for engineering and product teams. You'll be working at the heart of a data-driven transformation, helping define how data flows into SAP RISE, where data quality is governed and how processes are redesigned for the future state. What You'll Be Doing: Discovery & Problem Solving Take ownership of end-to-end discovery within your capability area Engage the business to understand problems, challenge assumptions and define solutions Confidently work from problem analysis recommendation presentation Translate ambiguity into structured outputs and clear direction Data & Process Analysis Analyse data flows, pipelines and process interactions feeding into SAP RISE Define where data quality, ownership and governance should sit Work closely with engineering teams to ensure feasible and scalable solutions Support migration from legacy SAP ECC environments into future-state architecture Stakeholder Management Proactively engage and manage stakeholders across Product, Engineering, Finance Tech and Operations Lead workshops (Manchester based) to drive alignment and gather requirements Communicate effectively across both technical and non-technical audiences Operate confidently across international teams Requirements & Delivery Own requirements and artefacts end-to-end (including PRDs, process flows and documentation) Get into the detail where needed but confidently summarise and present at a senior level Identify dependencies across the wider programme and avoid siloed thinking What We're Looking For: Strong Business Analysis experience in complex, data-driven environments Proven ability to own stakeholder conversations and drive outcomes independently Experience working on SAP migrations (ideally SAP RISE or ECC transformation) Strong communication skills, able to deep dive and summarise effectively Confident, proactive and comfortable working in ambiguity Experience with data flows, pipelines or data-led transformation projects Exposure to finance systems or enterprise-scale platforms highly desirable Experience working across global teams and multi-location programmes
Apr 30, 2026
Contractor
Business Analyst - SAP RISE Migration (Data & Processes) Initial 6 month contract Major Transformation Programme £500-600pd inside IR35 Hybrid working in Manchester as needed for meetings & workshops We're looking for a hands-on Business Analyst to play a key role in a large-scale SAP RISE migration programme, focused on data, processes and capability build out. This is a high-impact, discovery-led role where you'll operate with strong autonomy; owning conversations, shaping requirements and translating complex business problems into clear, actionable outputs for engineering and product teams. You'll be working at the heart of a data-driven transformation, helping define how data flows into SAP RISE, where data quality is governed and how processes are redesigned for the future state. What You'll Be Doing: Discovery & Problem Solving Take ownership of end-to-end discovery within your capability area Engage the business to understand problems, challenge assumptions and define solutions Confidently work from problem analysis recommendation presentation Translate ambiguity into structured outputs and clear direction Data & Process Analysis Analyse data flows, pipelines and process interactions feeding into SAP RISE Define where data quality, ownership and governance should sit Work closely with engineering teams to ensure feasible and scalable solutions Support migration from legacy SAP ECC environments into future-state architecture Stakeholder Management Proactively engage and manage stakeholders across Product, Engineering, Finance Tech and Operations Lead workshops (Manchester based) to drive alignment and gather requirements Communicate effectively across both technical and non-technical audiences Operate confidently across international teams Requirements & Delivery Own requirements and artefacts end-to-end (including PRDs, process flows and documentation) Get into the detail where needed but confidently summarise and present at a senior level Identify dependencies across the wider programme and avoid siloed thinking What We're Looking For: Strong Business Analysis experience in complex, data-driven environments Proven ability to own stakeholder conversations and drive outcomes independently Experience working on SAP migrations (ideally SAP RISE or ECC transformation) Strong communication skills, able to deep dive and summarise effectively Confident, proactive and comfortable working in ambiguity Experience with data flows, pipelines or data-led transformation projects Exposure to finance systems or enterprise-scale platforms highly desirable Experience working across global teams and multi-location programmes
Summary We're looking for a Head of Management Accounting & Finance Infrastructure to join our Finance Planning & Insight Leadership Team. This role oversees management accounting as well as owning the governance and optimisation of our finance systems, data and reporting processes. You'll also lead a high-performing team to deliver accurate, timely and well governed financial information which supports insight-driven reporting & decision making. What it's like to work here You'll join a newly shaped and supportive team with expertise across finance systems, management accounting, data and insight. Collaboration, continuous improvement and values-led leadership are central to how we work. Your contractual location will be our head office in Swindon and there will be an expectation for you to attend the office. However, there is flexibility on where you are based at other times. You will be required to work at a National Trust location for 40-60% of your working week. This will be discussed in more detail at interview. What you'll be doing You'll lead the integration of finance systems, data and internal reporting processes to create a unified, resilient finance infrastructure aligned to organisational priorities. A core part of the role is setting and upholding high standards for data quality, reporting accuracy and consistency, alongside ownership of internal controls, financial governance and audit readiness for management accounting and reporting. As part of this, you will lead on transformational change in how we manage and understand our accounts, to support the organisation in understanding a truly holistic view of our finances. Working closely with IT and finance colleagues, you'll develop and maintain a clear finance systems and reporting roadmap, ensuring software and tools are secure, fit for purpose and capable of supporting decision-making across the organisation. You'll also represent Finance where required on strategic boards, including acting as Strategic Finance Lead for the Digital, Data & Technology Strategic Portfolio Board. Alongside this, you'll lead, develop and motivate a high-performing team, building capability across systems, data, reporting and process improvement while fostering a positive, inclusive and collaborative culture. You can view the full role profile for this role in the document attached. You don't need to have all of the knowledge, skills and experience listed in the role profile; this is just to provide a full picture of what's possible in this role Who we're looking for Senior experience in management accounting and internal financial performance reporting. Knowledge of governance, risk and performance management frameworks, including business intelligence and data governance tools. Strong data and analytical capability, with the ability to interpret complex financial information and apply sound judgement. Problem-solving and decision-making skills with the ability to identify root causes and evaluate options which will drive efficiency Clear and engaging communication skills, able to tailor technical or financial information for different audiences. Strong knowledge of finance systems and workflows, with experience improving processes, data or reporting. Experience building and leading high-performing teams and fostering continuous improvement. The package The National Trust has the motto 'For everyone, for ever' at its heart. We're working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It's important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we're for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too. •Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary •Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18) •Rental deposit loan scheme •Season ticket loan •EV car lease scheme (for roles that meet the salary criteria) •Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts •Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria. •Flexible working whenever possible •Employee assistance programme •Free parking at most Trust places Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you.
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
Summary We're looking for a Head of Management Accounting & Finance Infrastructure to join our Finance Planning & Insight Leadership Team. This role oversees management accounting as well as owning the governance and optimisation of our finance systems, data and reporting processes. You'll also lead a high-performing team to deliver accurate, timely and well governed financial information which supports insight-driven reporting & decision making. What it's like to work here You'll join a newly shaped and supportive team with expertise across finance systems, management accounting, data and insight. Collaboration, continuous improvement and values-led leadership are central to how we work. Your contractual location will be our head office in Swindon and there will be an expectation for you to attend the office. However, there is flexibility on where you are based at other times. You will be required to work at a National Trust location for 40-60% of your working week. This will be discussed in more detail at interview. What you'll be doing You'll lead the integration of finance systems, data and internal reporting processes to create a unified, resilient finance infrastructure aligned to organisational priorities. A core part of the role is setting and upholding high standards for data quality, reporting accuracy and consistency, alongside ownership of internal controls, financial governance and audit readiness for management accounting and reporting. As part of this, you will lead on transformational change in how we manage and understand our accounts, to support the organisation in understanding a truly holistic view of our finances. Working closely with IT and finance colleagues, you'll develop and maintain a clear finance systems and reporting roadmap, ensuring software and tools are secure, fit for purpose and capable of supporting decision-making across the organisation. You'll also represent Finance where required on strategic boards, including acting as Strategic Finance Lead for the Digital, Data & Technology Strategic Portfolio Board. Alongside this, you'll lead, develop and motivate a high-performing team, building capability across systems, data, reporting and process improvement while fostering a positive, inclusive and collaborative culture. You can view the full role profile for this role in the document attached. You don't need to have all of the knowledge, skills and experience listed in the role profile; this is just to provide a full picture of what's possible in this role Who we're looking for Senior experience in management accounting and internal financial performance reporting. Knowledge of governance, risk and performance management frameworks, including business intelligence and data governance tools. Strong data and analytical capability, with the ability to interpret complex financial information and apply sound judgement. Problem-solving and decision-making skills with the ability to identify root causes and evaluate options which will drive efficiency Clear and engaging communication skills, able to tailor technical or financial information for different audiences. Strong knowledge of finance systems and workflows, with experience improving processes, data or reporting. Experience building and leading high-performing teams and fostering continuous improvement. The package The National Trust has the motto 'For everyone, for ever' at its heart. We're working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It's important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we're for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too. •Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary •Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18) •Rental deposit loan scheme •Season ticket loan •EV car lease scheme (for roles that meet the salary criteria) •Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts •Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria. •Flexible working whenever possible •Employee assistance programme •Free parking at most Trust places Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you.
Our client is seeking a Revenue Administrator to join their team. The business are looking for a highly organised and detail-oriented administrator to support their Sales and Finance teams, ensuring the smooth processing of customer orders and providing an excellent experience for customers worldwide. Key Responsibilities Processing daily sales orders received from the Sales team Entering and managing orders within Sage and Salesforce Maintaining asset management records within Halo Preparing documentation for product shipments and liaising with couriers Liaising with the Finance team to confirm customer payments Producing monthly reports highlighting expiring warranties and licences Raising invoices for repairs based on quotes issued by the Support team Communicating with customers regarding shipping updates, invoices and credit notes Taking credit card payments and checking BACS payments with Finance Producing weekly open sales order reports for the Sales and Finance teams Requesting credit checks where required Sending software access links to new customers Managing and tracking trial equipment Producing additional reports as required Managing incoming sales leads and allocating them to the appropriate sales representative Updating and maintaining product information within Salesforce Key attributes Previous experience in a similar sales or revenue administration role Experience using systems such as Sage, Salesforce, Halo and Microsoft Office Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload Excellent attention to detail and numerical accuracy Strong communication skills when liaising with internal teams and customers Ability to work independently and meet deadlines Benefits 25 days holiday plus BH Birthday Off Holiday Purchase: Purchase up to an additional 5 days of holiday. Private Medical Insurance Employee Assistance Programme Aim to finish work at 2pm on Fridays. Pension scheme via NEST. Please note: Due to the large volume of applications we receive for each position we will only be able to respond to applications received with the relevant skills. Should you not hear from us within a week, unfortunately on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful. March Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and complies with all relevant UK legislation. Please note that by applying for this vacancy you accept March Recruitment's Privacy Policy and GDPR Policy which can be found on our website and therefore give us consent to contact you. Consultant: Donna Jackson
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
Our client is seeking a Revenue Administrator to join their team. The business are looking for a highly organised and detail-oriented administrator to support their Sales and Finance teams, ensuring the smooth processing of customer orders and providing an excellent experience for customers worldwide. Key Responsibilities Processing daily sales orders received from the Sales team Entering and managing orders within Sage and Salesforce Maintaining asset management records within Halo Preparing documentation for product shipments and liaising with couriers Liaising with the Finance team to confirm customer payments Producing monthly reports highlighting expiring warranties and licences Raising invoices for repairs based on quotes issued by the Support team Communicating with customers regarding shipping updates, invoices and credit notes Taking credit card payments and checking BACS payments with Finance Producing weekly open sales order reports for the Sales and Finance teams Requesting credit checks where required Sending software access links to new customers Managing and tracking trial equipment Producing additional reports as required Managing incoming sales leads and allocating them to the appropriate sales representative Updating and maintaining product information within Salesforce Key attributes Previous experience in a similar sales or revenue administration role Experience using systems such as Sage, Salesforce, Halo and Microsoft Office Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload Excellent attention to detail and numerical accuracy Strong communication skills when liaising with internal teams and customers Ability to work independently and meet deadlines Benefits 25 days holiday plus BH Birthday Off Holiday Purchase: Purchase up to an additional 5 days of holiday. Private Medical Insurance Employee Assistance Programme Aim to finish work at 2pm on Fridays. Pension scheme via NEST. Please note: Due to the large volume of applications we receive for each position we will only be able to respond to applications received with the relevant skills. Should you not hear from us within a week, unfortunately on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful. March Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and complies with all relevant UK legislation. Please note that by applying for this vacancy you accept March Recruitment's Privacy Policy and GDPR Policy which can be found on our website and therefore give us consent to contact you. Consultant: Donna Jackson
Accountable Recruitment are partnering with an industry leading business based in Deeside to recruit a qualified Management Accountant to join their finance team. This is a great opportunity to be part of a dynamic, well-established business where you will play a key role in driving performance and decision-making. Key Responsibilities: Produce accurate and timely monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet, and variance analysis. Provide insightful financial analysis to support operational and strategic decision-making. Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs). Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning processes Ensure financial controls are maintained in line with group policies and audit requirements. Drive process improvements and efficiencies across finance and operational reporting. Act as a business partner to non-finance teams, delivering meaningful insight and financial support. Skills/ Experience Required: Fully qualified accountant (CIMA / ACCA / ACA). Strong understanding of management accounting principles, particularly in cost control, stock and margin analysis. Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. A strong analytical mindset and commitment to continuous improvement. Benefits: Competitive salary and bonus scheme Flexible working options Modern on-site facilities and free parking Career development opportunities within a successful, growth-oriented business
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
Accountable Recruitment are partnering with an industry leading business based in Deeside to recruit a qualified Management Accountant to join their finance team. This is a great opportunity to be part of a dynamic, well-established business where you will play a key role in driving performance and decision-making. Key Responsibilities: Produce accurate and timely monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet, and variance analysis. Provide insightful financial analysis to support operational and strategic decision-making. Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs). Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning processes Ensure financial controls are maintained in line with group policies and audit requirements. Drive process improvements and efficiencies across finance and operational reporting. Act as a business partner to non-finance teams, delivering meaningful insight and financial support. Skills/ Experience Required: Fully qualified accountant (CIMA / ACCA / ACA). Strong understanding of management accounting principles, particularly in cost control, stock and margin analysis. Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. A strong analytical mindset and commitment to continuous improvement. Benefits: Competitive salary and bonus scheme Flexible working options Modern on-site facilities and free parking Career development opportunities within a successful, growth-oriented business
Finance Manager Yeovil Are you an experienced, rounded Finance professional looking for a new role? Morgan Mckinley are pleased to be recruiting for a long established, market leading British manufacturer in Yeovil to recruit a Finance Manager to join the business in a newly created role. The business product high-quality, reliable products with a big focus on reducing their environmental footprint. This role reports directly into the Finance Director, where you will ensure the finance function supports both the day-to-day and longer-term strategic goals. Your role as Finance Manager will include: Monthly management accounts, contribution to year-end reporting, preparing audit schedules and working with external auditors Supporting the implementation of a new ERP system Commercial finance, such as margin & product line profitability, costing and forecasting Overseeing transactional ledger work, including supporting/supervising sales ledger, purchase & sales, invoices and reconciliations Reviewing, negotiating & renewing supplier contracts, ensuring favourable terms, assessing financials & legal aspects Working with fleet management, including contract renewals, comparing proposals & assessing risk Processing monthly payroll What are we looking for? QBE or ACCA/CIMA Part/fully qualified Experience of preparing financial statements Management Accounting experience Proficient in ERP financial systems and MS Excel Ideally from a SME background Manufacturing experience preferred, but not essential This is a great opportunity to make this role your own. You will do a really varied role and get the chance to gradually take more responsibility, with plenty of room to develop your skills. They offer a hybrid/flexible working policy and 26 days holiday + BH. If this sounds like the role for you, please apply and we will be in touch to discuss your application further.
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
Finance Manager Yeovil Are you an experienced, rounded Finance professional looking for a new role? Morgan Mckinley are pleased to be recruiting for a long established, market leading British manufacturer in Yeovil to recruit a Finance Manager to join the business in a newly created role. The business product high-quality, reliable products with a big focus on reducing their environmental footprint. This role reports directly into the Finance Director, where you will ensure the finance function supports both the day-to-day and longer-term strategic goals. Your role as Finance Manager will include: Monthly management accounts, contribution to year-end reporting, preparing audit schedules and working with external auditors Supporting the implementation of a new ERP system Commercial finance, such as margin & product line profitability, costing and forecasting Overseeing transactional ledger work, including supporting/supervising sales ledger, purchase & sales, invoices and reconciliations Reviewing, negotiating & renewing supplier contracts, ensuring favourable terms, assessing financials & legal aspects Working with fleet management, including contract renewals, comparing proposals & assessing risk Processing monthly payroll What are we looking for? QBE or ACCA/CIMA Part/fully qualified Experience of preparing financial statements Management Accounting experience Proficient in ERP financial systems and MS Excel Ideally from a SME background Manufacturing experience preferred, but not essential This is a great opportunity to make this role your own. You will do a really varied role and get the chance to gradually take more responsibility, with plenty of room to develop your skills. They offer a hybrid/flexible working policy and 26 days holiday + BH. If this sounds like the role for you, please apply and we will be in touch to discuss your application further.
Senior Oracle Product Owner London Hybrid £700-£900 p/d Outside IR35 Overview: A global organisation is seeking an experienced Senior Oracle Product Owner to take ownership of Oracle ERP Cloud and PBCS platforms, driving functional excellence, operational stability, and continuous improvement. You will work closely with Finance, IT, and key business stakeholders, acting as the bridge between product, technology, and operations to ensure Oracle solutions are fully aligned to business and regulatory requirements.This is a hands-on contract role (outside IR35), combining product ownership, functional leadership, and delivery oversight within a complex finance systems environment. Role & Responsibilities: Own and lead the Oracle ERP Cloud and PBCS product capability Act as the functional SME and product owner for Oracle finance systems Drive day-to-day system performance, configuration, and optimisation Translate business requirements into clear functional and system solutions Manage and prioritise the product backlog, working closely with stakeholders and delivery teams Oversee configuration of Oracle modules in line with finance processes and best practice Own and coordinate UAT, functional testing, and regression testing cycles Lead root cause analysis of system issues and coordinate resolution with technical teams and third-party providers Support user adoption through training, engagement, and stakeholder management Essential Skills & Experience: 3+ years' experience in a Senior Oracle Product Owner / Product Owner / Functional Lead role Strong hands-on experience with Oracle ERP Cloud (essential) Solid understanding of Oracle PBCS or EPM environments Strong knowledge of core finance processes (P2P, AP, GL, etc.) Proven experience working in product, functional, or systems ownership roles Experience managing backlog, requirements, and delivery in complex environments Strong analytical and problem-solving capability Rate & Details: £700 - £900 per day (Outside IR35) Hybrid working (London-based) 6 Month contract (possible extension) Senior Oracle Product Owner London Hybrid £700-£900 p/d Outside IR35
Apr 30, 2026
Contractor
Senior Oracle Product Owner London Hybrid £700-£900 p/d Outside IR35 Overview: A global organisation is seeking an experienced Senior Oracle Product Owner to take ownership of Oracle ERP Cloud and PBCS platforms, driving functional excellence, operational stability, and continuous improvement. You will work closely with Finance, IT, and key business stakeholders, acting as the bridge between product, technology, and operations to ensure Oracle solutions are fully aligned to business and regulatory requirements.This is a hands-on contract role (outside IR35), combining product ownership, functional leadership, and delivery oversight within a complex finance systems environment. Role & Responsibilities: Own and lead the Oracle ERP Cloud and PBCS product capability Act as the functional SME and product owner for Oracle finance systems Drive day-to-day system performance, configuration, and optimisation Translate business requirements into clear functional and system solutions Manage and prioritise the product backlog, working closely with stakeholders and delivery teams Oversee configuration of Oracle modules in line with finance processes and best practice Own and coordinate UAT, functional testing, and regression testing cycles Lead root cause analysis of system issues and coordinate resolution with technical teams and third-party providers Support user adoption through training, engagement, and stakeholder management Essential Skills & Experience: 3+ years' experience in a Senior Oracle Product Owner / Product Owner / Functional Lead role Strong hands-on experience with Oracle ERP Cloud (essential) Solid understanding of Oracle PBCS or EPM environments Strong knowledge of core finance processes (P2P, AP, GL, etc.) Proven experience working in product, functional, or systems ownership roles Experience managing backlog, requirements, and delivery in complex environments Strong analytical and problem-solving capability Rate & Details: £700 - £900 per day (Outside IR35) Hybrid working (London-based) 6 Month contract (possible extension) Senior Oracle Product Owner London Hybrid £700-£900 p/d Outside IR35
T2M Resourcing are working with a successful and growing business who are part of a larger group and have an opportunity for a Finance Manager, 12 month FTC. As Finance Manager you will lead the company's financial and management accounting, reporting and control activities as well as overseeing all accounting functions and together with the management team, ensure the business is led and managed appropriately. As an experienced Finance Manager, you will use your expertise to drive change and improve processes. Finance Manager: 12 month FTC Location: Worcestershire (Kidderminster, Redditch, Bromsgrove, Stourbridge ) Competitive salary circa £65,000 + Benefits Package As Finance Manager key responsibilities will include: Financial Leadership: Oversee the day-to-day financial management, including the preparation and consolidation of accurate monthly management accounts. Strategic Partnering: Act as a key advisor to senior stakeholders, translating complex data into clear, actionable commercial insights. Control & Compliance: Maintain robust internal controls, manage statutory audits, and ensure full compliance with accounting standards (IFRS/UK GAAP) and VAT regulations. Budgeting & Forecasting: Lead the annual budgeting process and monthly forecasting to support long-term planning. Team Development: Manage and mentor a small, dedicated finance team to encourage professional growth and excellence. To be successful as Finance Manager, you will have the following skills, experience and attributes: Qualifications: Fully qualified accountant ( ACA, ACCA, or CIMA ) with significant post-qualification experience. Experience: Proven track record in a similar senior role, ideally within an SME or manufacturing environment. Skills: Advanced Excel capabilities and proficiency with ERP systems. Mindset: A proactive, detail-oriented leader who can challenge assumptions and drive process improvements. So, what's in it for you? Competitive salary up to £65,000 + Benefits Package The opportunity to work in a collegiate and supportive environment where you are recognised for your achievements. Candidates MUST be based in the UK and eligible to work in the UK on a permanent full-time basis. Due to high to the high volume of applications we are receiving we are unable to respond to each candidate personally. If you have not heard from us within 10 days unfortunately your application will not have been successful.
Apr 30, 2026
Contractor
T2M Resourcing are working with a successful and growing business who are part of a larger group and have an opportunity for a Finance Manager, 12 month FTC. As Finance Manager you will lead the company's financial and management accounting, reporting and control activities as well as overseeing all accounting functions and together with the management team, ensure the business is led and managed appropriately. As an experienced Finance Manager, you will use your expertise to drive change and improve processes. Finance Manager: 12 month FTC Location: Worcestershire (Kidderminster, Redditch, Bromsgrove, Stourbridge ) Competitive salary circa £65,000 + Benefits Package As Finance Manager key responsibilities will include: Financial Leadership: Oversee the day-to-day financial management, including the preparation and consolidation of accurate monthly management accounts. Strategic Partnering: Act as a key advisor to senior stakeholders, translating complex data into clear, actionable commercial insights. Control & Compliance: Maintain robust internal controls, manage statutory audits, and ensure full compliance with accounting standards (IFRS/UK GAAP) and VAT regulations. Budgeting & Forecasting: Lead the annual budgeting process and monthly forecasting to support long-term planning. Team Development: Manage and mentor a small, dedicated finance team to encourage professional growth and excellence. To be successful as Finance Manager, you will have the following skills, experience and attributes: Qualifications: Fully qualified accountant ( ACA, ACCA, or CIMA ) with significant post-qualification experience. Experience: Proven track record in a similar senior role, ideally within an SME or manufacturing environment. Skills: Advanced Excel capabilities and proficiency with ERP systems. Mindset: A proactive, detail-oriented leader who can challenge assumptions and drive process improvements. So, what's in it for you? Competitive salary up to £65,000 + Benefits Package The opportunity to work in a collegiate and supportive environment where you are recognised for your achievements. Candidates MUST be based in the UK and eligible to work in the UK on a permanent full-time basis. Due to high to the high volume of applications we are receiving we are unable to respond to each candidate personally. If you have not heard from us within 10 days unfortunately your application will not have been successful.
Robert Half Finance & Accounting are delighted to be supporting a large, well-established UK organisation with the appointment of a Finance Manager. The business is recognised for its strong operational foundations, progressive leadership, and a culture that genuinely prioritises professional development, collaboration, and continuous improvement. With a focus on doing things the right way, they value people who take ownership, bring new ideas, and contribute to shaping a high-performing finance environment. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced accountant who enjoys financial reporting, project management, complex structures, and contributing to strategic finance initiatives within a supportive and people-focused organisation. The role is a full time, permanent contract based out of their Central Bristol office with excellent transport links, where they work to a hybrid working pattern. The Role Working as part of a high-performing Group Reporting structure, the Finance Manager will lead a small team and play a key role in delivering accurate and timely statutory reporting across a large portfolio of legal entities. You will be responsible for overseeing the planning, project management, and production of legal entity accounts, ensuring that statutory filings, compliance requirements, and internal controls are met to a consistently high standard. Alongside this, you will help shape longer-term initiatives to improve the efficiency and structure of the group's legal entities, partnering closely with internal and external stakeholders. This is a position that sits within the organisation's Group Reporting leadership team-offering genuine influence, visibility, and involvement in setting team culture, priorities, and future direction. What You'll Be Doing Owning the end-to-end planning and project management of circa 350 entity accounts, including around 100 subject to external audit Coordinating internal and external stakeholders, including audit partners, to deliver statutory accounts to an agreed timetable Reviewing, preparing, and finalising legal entity accounts, drawing on wider Group Reporting resources where needed Driving a longer-term entity rationalisation programme-identifying unnecessary entities, simplifying structures, and reducing audit requirements where appropriate Working closely with the company secretariat team to ensure entity structures remain accurate, compliant, and up to date Reviewing and simplifying intercompany trading relationships, eliminating legacy balances, and ensuring recoverability of key intercompany accounts Owning the legal entity adjustment ledger and ensuring accurate posting into the Group result Supporting broader change and transformation initiatives across the finance function, balancing BAU with project activity. Contributing to continuous improvement, leveraging technology to improve controls, efficiency, and accuracy Playing an active role in future finance systems implementation What We're Looking For Professionally qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with strong technical and statutory reporting experience Proven ability to manage a team and support others' development Experience working with complex group structures and delivering high-quality reporting to tight deadlines Strong IFRS knowledge and experience in audit or group financial statements Excellent Excel skills, with exposure to ERP and consolidation tools beneficial. For more information, please call Paige on . To apply, please e-mail Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
Robert Half Finance & Accounting are delighted to be supporting a large, well-established UK organisation with the appointment of a Finance Manager. The business is recognised for its strong operational foundations, progressive leadership, and a culture that genuinely prioritises professional development, collaboration, and continuous improvement. With a focus on doing things the right way, they value people who take ownership, bring new ideas, and contribute to shaping a high-performing finance environment. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced accountant who enjoys financial reporting, project management, complex structures, and contributing to strategic finance initiatives within a supportive and people-focused organisation. The role is a full time, permanent contract based out of their Central Bristol office with excellent transport links, where they work to a hybrid working pattern. The Role Working as part of a high-performing Group Reporting structure, the Finance Manager will lead a small team and play a key role in delivering accurate and timely statutory reporting across a large portfolio of legal entities. You will be responsible for overseeing the planning, project management, and production of legal entity accounts, ensuring that statutory filings, compliance requirements, and internal controls are met to a consistently high standard. Alongside this, you will help shape longer-term initiatives to improve the efficiency and structure of the group's legal entities, partnering closely with internal and external stakeholders. This is a position that sits within the organisation's Group Reporting leadership team-offering genuine influence, visibility, and involvement in setting team culture, priorities, and future direction. What You'll Be Doing Owning the end-to-end planning and project management of circa 350 entity accounts, including around 100 subject to external audit Coordinating internal and external stakeholders, including audit partners, to deliver statutory accounts to an agreed timetable Reviewing, preparing, and finalising legal entity accounts, drawing on wider Group Reporting resources where needed Driving a longer-term entity rationalisation programme-identifying unnecessary entities, simplifying structures, and reducing audit requirements where appropriate Working closely with the company secretariat team to ensure entity structures remain accurate, compliant, and up to date Reviewing and simplifying intercompany trading relationships, eliminating legacy balances, and ensuring recoverability of key intercompany accounts Owning the legal entity adjustment ledger and ensuring accurate posting into the Group result Supporting broader change and transformation initiatives across the finance function, balancing BAU with project activity. Contributing to continuous improvement, leveraging technology to improve controls, efficiency, and accuracy Playing an active role in future finance systems implementation What We're Looking For Professionally qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with strong technical and statutory reporting experience Proven ability to manage a team and support others' development Experience working with complex group structures and delivering high-quality reporting to tight deadlines Strong IFRS knowledge and experience in audit or group financial statements Excellent Excel skills, with exposure to ERP and consolidation tools beneficial. For more information, please call Paige on . To apply, please e-mail Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:
Financial Controller Salary: £50,000 - £65,000 DOE Location: North Leeds (5 days on site) Are you looking for a senior finance role where you can genuinely shape a business during a period of major transformation and growth? This is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious Finance Manager or Financial Controller to join a fast-expanding organisation in the UK primary care support and medical supplies sector . This business is on a significant growth journey, with plans to double turnover within 3-4 years , integration of a sister company underway, and a full ERP system implementation taking place across the entire operation. As part of strengthening the finance function, they are now seeking a high-calibre finance leader to join the senior team and act as a key strategic partner across the division. Why This Role Stands Out High-growth environment - 20-25% annual growth typical across the division, with ambitious scale-up plans. Transformational projects - including full systems migration, process redesign and integration of another business. Strategic influence - you'll operate as the number two in finance, working closely with senior leadership (CFO/Director). End-to-end ownership - from financial control to commercial partnering, reporting and planning. Visibility across the business - working directly with operational and commercial leaders. This is a rare chance to step into a role where you'll shape the future of the finance function while being hands-on with meaningful change. Key Responsibilities Full ownership of financial accounting, controls and statutory compliance Preparation and review of monthly management accounts with detailed insight and variance analysis Acting as a business partner to operational and commercial leaders, driving performance and decision-making Line management, coaching and development of two finance team members Leading the transition to a new ERP system, including process improvement, testing and business-wide engagement Supporting integration activities with the sister business and embedding consistent financial processes Skills & Experience Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) Strong technical grounding in financial and management accounting Experience in a senior finance role such as Finance Manager / Financial Controller Proven ability to lead and develop a small team Confident communicator with strong stakeholder and business-partnering skills Why Apply? This role is ideal for someone looking to step into a senior finance position with real influence. You'll work closely with senior leadership, lead a capable team, shape processes, and play a pivotal role in a major transformation programme - all within a supportive, purpose-driven organisation. If you're looking for a role that combines strategic input, operational ownership and the opportunity to build something exceptional during a period of high growth, this is it.
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
Financial Controller Salary: £50,000 - £65,000 DOE Location: North Leeds (5 days on site) Are you looking for a senior finance role where you can genuinely shape a business during a period of major transformation and growth? This is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious Finance Manager or Financial Controller to join a fast-expanding organisation in the UK primary care support and medical supplies sector . This business is on a significant growth journey, with plans to double turnover within 3-4 years , integration of a sister company underway, and a full ERP system implementation taking place across the entire operation. As part of strengthening the finance function, they are now seeking a high-calibre finance leader to join the senior team and act as a key strategic partner across the division. Why This Role Stands Out High-growth environment - 20-25% annual growth typical across the division, with ambitious scale-up plans. Transformational projects - including full systems migration, process redesign and integration of another business. Strategic influence - you'll operate as the number two in finance, working closely with senior leadership (CFO/Director). End-to-end ownership - from financial control to commercial partnering, reporting and planning. Visibility across the business - working directly with operational and commercial leaders. This is a rare chance to step into a role where you'll shape the future of the finance function while being hands-on with meaningful change. Key Responsibilities Full ownership of financial accounting, controls and statutory compliance Preparation and review of monthly management accounts with detailed insight and variance analysis Acting as a business partner to operational and commercial leaders, driving performance and decision-making Line management, coaching and development of two finance team members Leading the transition to a new ERP system, including process improvement, testing and business-wide engagement Supporting integration activities with the sister business and embedding consistent financial processes Skills & Experience Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) Strong technical grounding in financial and management accounting Experience in a senior finance role such as Finance Manager / Financial Controller Proven ability to lead and develop a small team Confident communicator with strong stakeholder and business-partnering skills Why Apply? This role is ideal for someone looking to step into a senior finance position with real influence. You'll work closely with senior leadership, lead a capable team, shape processes, and play a pivotal role in a major transformation programme - all within a supportive, purpose-driven organisation. If you're looking for a role that combines strategic input, operational ownership and the opportunity to build something exceptional during a period of high growth, this is it.
Job Summary An exciting opportunity for an experienced Financial Controller to join a well-established, international business based in Glenrothes. This is a hands-on, commercially focused role working closely with senior leadership to drive financial performance and support strategic decision-making. Key Responsibilities Lead monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting Manage accruals, prepayments, revenue recognition and financial controls Oversee stock valuation, WIP, job costing and cost control processes Prepare budgets and forecasts across departments Deliver financial analysis to support business decisions Produce and manage cash flow forecasts Drive improvements in financial processes, systems and reporting Act as a key user/administrator of SAP Business One Ensure data accuracy and enhance reporting capabilities Support audit processes and ensure compliance with UK GAAP Act as the main contact for group-level financial reporting Partner with senior stakeholders to provide commercial insight Essential Experience Proven experience in a Financial Controller or senior finance role Strong working knowledge of SAP Business One Commercially minded with strong analytical skills Confident working with senior stakeholders Advanced Excel skills Desired Experience ACCA, ACA or CIMA qualified (or part-qualified / qualified by experience) Experience within a project-based or stock-focused environment Background in improving systems and financial processes Please apply with an up to date CV. INDPERM
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
Job Summary An exciting opportunity for an experienced Financial Controller to join a well-established, international business based in Glenrothes. This is a hands-on, commercially focused role working closely with senior leadership to drive financial performance and support strategic decision-making. Key Responsibilities Lead monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting Manage accruals, prepayments, revenue recognition and financial controls Oversee stock valuation, WIP, job costing and cost control processes Prepare budgets and forecasts across departments Deliver financial analysis to support business decisions Produce and manage cash flow forecasts Drive improvements in financial processes, systems and reporting Act as a key user/administrator of SAP Business One Ensure data accuracy and enhance reporting capabilities Support audit processes and ensure compliance with UK GAAP Act as the main contact for group-level financial reporting Partner with senior stakeholders to provide commercial insight Essential Experience Proven experience in a Financial Controller or senior finance role Strong working knowledge of SAP Business One Commercially minded with strong analytical skills Confident working with senior stakeholders Advanced Excel skills Desired Experience ACCA, ACA or CIMA qualified (or part-qualified / qualified by experience) Experience within a project-based or stock-focused environment Background in improving systems and financial processes Please apply with an up to date CV. INDPERM
Location: Wymondham, Norfolk (On-site) Salary: £75,000 Contract: Full-time, Permanent The Opportunity Are you a commercially astute qualified accountant looking for a high-impact role within a global manufacturing environment? We are seeking a dynamic Finance Business Partner to join an international group at their Wymondham site. This is a pivotal role that acts as the bridge between shop-floor operations and global financial strategy. You will be the "finance lead" on-site, providing the analytical rigour and commercial insight necessary to drive profitability and operational excellence. The Role Operating with high levels of autonomy, you will take full ownership of the site's financial performance. This isn't just about month-end reporting; it's about being a visible, proactive partner to the leadership team. Key Responsibilities: Operational Partnering: Work closely with Production, Supply Chain, and Engineering managers to investigate variances and improve "Cost of Performance." Standard Costing & BOM: Maintain and interrogate Bills of Materials (BOM) and Work in Progress (WIP) to ensure accurate product costing and margin protection. Financial Control: Lead the month-end process to a strict 4-day deadline, ensuring robust balance sheet reconciliations and statutory compliance. Strategic Planning: Drive the annual bottom-up budgeting process and provide rolling quarterly forecasts that align with global objectives. Digital Fluency: Leverage ERP systems and BI tools (such as Power BI) to automate reporting and provide real-time visibility into site KPIs. Statutory Oversight: Manage local requirements including VAT, Intrastat, and R&D tax credit data collection. About You You are a "self-starter" who thrives in a manufacturing environment. You enjoy getting away from your desk to understand the stories behind the numbers. Requirements: Qualified Accountant: ACCA, ACA, or CIMA qualified. Manufacturing Pedigree: Proven experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment would be advantageous (understanding of standard costing, yield, and scrap is highly advantageous). Systems Savvy: Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Navision, or Business Central). Communication: Ability to influence and challenge non-financial stakeholders effectively. Analytical Mindset: A dedication to continuous improvement and the ability to simplify complex data into actionable insights. Travel: Occasional travel will be required and by this we do mean occasional and not weekly (Mexico/Singapore/USA) Why Join Us? This role offers the best of both worlds: the stability and resources of a global organisation, combined with the autonomy and visible impact of a site-based lead role. You will be part of a forward-thinking team that values professional development and digital innovation.
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
Location: Wymondham, Norfolk (On-site) Salary: £75,000 Contract: Full-time, Permanent The Opportunity Are you a commercially astute qualified accountant looking for a high-impact role within a global manufacturing environment? We are seeking a dynamic Finance Business Partner to join an international group at their Wymondham site. This is a pivotal role that acts as the bridge between shop-floor operations and global financial strategy. You will be the "finance lead" on-site, providing the analytical rigour and commercial insight necessary to drive profitability and operational excellence. The Role Operating with high levels of autonomy, you will take full ownership of the site's financial performance. This isn't just about month-end reporting; it's about being a visible, proactive partner to the leadership team. Key Responsibilities: Operational Partnering: Work closely with Production, Supply Chain, and Engineering managers to investigate variances and improve "Cost of Performance." Standard Costing & BOM: Maintain and interrogate Bills of Materials (BOM) and Work in Progress (WIP) to ensure accurate product costing and margin protection. Financial Control: Lead the month-end process to a strict 4-day deadline, ensuring robust balance sheet reconciliations and statutory compliance. Strategic Planning: Drive the annual bottom-up budgeting process and provide rolling quarterly forecasts that align with global objectives. Digital Fluency: Leverage ERP systems and BI tools (such as Power BI) to automate reporting and provide real-time visibility into site KPIs. Statutory Oversight: Manage local requirements including VAT, Intrastat, and R&D tax credit data collection. About You You are a "self-starter" who thrives in a manufacturing environment. You enjoy getting away from your desk to understand the stories behind the numbers. Requirements: Qualified Accountant: ACCA, ACA, or CIMA qualified. Manufacturing Pedigree: Proven experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment would be advantageous (understanding of standard costing, yield, and scrap is highly advantageous). Systems Savvy: Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Navision, or Business Central). Communication: Ability to influence and challenge non-financial stakeholders effectively. Analytical Mindset: A dedication to continuous improvement and the ability to simplify complex data into actionable insights. Travel: Occasional travel will be required and by this we do mean occasional and not weekly (Mexico/Singapore/USA) Why Join Us? This role offers the best of both worlds: the stability and resources of a global organisation, combined with the autonomy and visible impact of a site-based lead role. You will be part of a forward-thinking team that values professional development and digital innovation.
Financial Controller - Milton Keynes (3-4 days onsite) - Salary: £90,000 - £100,000 Please note - to be considered for this role, you must demonstrate the following experience (we have a very specific remit from the CFO on this one and this is unfortunately non-negotiable) Background in a B2B, contract-led business (Facilities Management highly desirable) Private Equity experience at Financial Controller level Exposure to a buy-and-build environment, including acquisition integration Circa 10 years+ post-qualified experience (PQE) We are ideally seeking an experienced Financial Controller who has operated at this level previously, although strong candidates with relevant exposure will still be considered. The Opportunity A Private Equity-backed, high-growth Facilities Management group is looking to appoint a Financial Controller to play a pivotal role in scaling and professionalising the finance function. With an active buy-and-build strategy, this is a high-impact role where you will support acquisition integration, enhance financial controls, and build a best-in-class finance function in preparation for a future exit. This is a senior leadership position offering broad ownership across financial control, reporting, governance, and team development. The Role As Financial Controller, you will take full ownership of financial control across a growing, multi-entity group, ensuring robust processes, high-quality reporting, and strong governance in a fast-paced PE environment. A key focus will be building and leading a scalable finance team, covering both transactional finance and management accounting, aligned to ongoing growth and M&A activity. A bit more about the day to day Financial Control & Accounting Lead the group's financial control environment, identifying and resolving process and control gaps Oversee consolidations, intercompany accounting, and transactional accuracy across multiple entities Own and continuously improve accounting policies, controls, and reporting standards Take ownership of finance systems, ensuring scalability and data integrity Manage external audit processes and relationships Deliver a robust and controlled month-end process, including full balance sheet ownership Reporting & Commercial Insight Lead statutory and group reporting requirements Own budgeting, forecasting, and cashflow planning processes Provide clear, actionable insight to senior stakeholders, translating complex financial data Leadership & Team Build Build, lead, and develop teams across AP, AR, and management accounting Design a scalable finance structure to support both organic growth and acquisitions Support wider finance hiring strategy and succession planning About You Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) Proven experience operating as a Financial Controller within a PE-backed or high-growth, multi-entity business Strong track record within B2B, contract-led environments (FM experience advantageous) Hands-on experience in acquisition integration within a buy-and-build model Demonstrated ability to build and lead high-performing finance teams Strong technical grounding across financial reporting, controls, and governance Confident and credible communicator, able to influence senior stakeholders This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Financial Controller to join a high-growth, PE-backed platform at a critical stage of its journey, with genuine scope to shape the finance function and play a key role in value creation. Financial Controller - Milton Keynes (3-4 days onsite) - Salary: £90,000 - £100,000
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
Financial Controller - Milton Keynes (3-4 days onsite) - Salary: £90,000 - £100,000 Please note - to be considered for this role, you must demonstrate the following experience (we have a very specific remit from the CFO on this one and this is unfortunately non-negotiable) Background in a B2B, contract-led business (Facilities Management highly desirable) Private Equity experience at Financial Controller level Exposure to a buy-and-build environment, including acquisition integration Circa 10 years+ post-qualified experience (PQE) We are ideally seeking an experienced Financial Controller who has operated at this level previously, although strong candidates with relevant exposure will still be considered. The Opportunity A Private Equity-backed, high-growth Facilities Management group is looking to appoint a Financial Controller to play a pivotal role in scaling and professionalising the finance function. With an active buy-and-build strategy, this is a high-impact role where you will support acquisition integration, enhance financial controls, and build a best-in-class finance function in preparation for a future exit. This is a senior leadership position offering broad ownership across financial control, reporting, governance, and team development. The Role As Financial Controller, you will take full ownership of financial control across a growing, multi-entity group, ensuring robust processes, high-quality reporting, and strong governance in a fast-paced PE environment. A key focus will be building and leading a scalable finance team, covering both transactional finance and management accounting, aligned to ongoing growth and M&A activity. A bit more about the day to day Financial Control & Accounting Lead the group's financial control environment, identifying and resolving process and control gaps Oversee consolidations, intercompany accounting, and transactional accuracy across multiple entities Own and continuously improve accounting policies, controls, and reporting standards Take ownership of finance systems, ensuring scalability and data integrity Manage external audit processes and relationships Deliver a robust and controlled month-end process, including full balance sheet ownership Reporting & Commercial Insight Lead statutory and group reporting requirements Own budgeting, forecasting, and cashflow planning processes Provide clear, actionable insight to senior stakeholders, translating complex financial data Leadership & Team Build Build, lead, and develop teams across AP, AR, and management accounting Design a scalable finance structure to support both organic growth and acquisitions Support wider finance hiring strategy and succession planning About You Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) Proven experience operating as a Financial Controller within a PE-backed or high-growth, multi-entity business Strong track record within B2B, contract-led environments (FM experience advantageous) Hands-on experience in acquisition integration within a buy-and-build model Demonstrated ability to build and lead high-performing finance teams Strong technical grounding across financial reporting, controls, and governance Confident and credible communicator, able to influence senior stakeholders This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Financial Controller to join a high-growth, PE-backed platform at a critical stage of its journey, with genuine scope to shape the finance function and play a key role in value creation. Financial Controller - Milton Keynes (3-4 days onsite) - Salary: £90,000 - £100,000
Gleeson Recruitment Group
Lutterworth, Leicestershire
Senior Finance Business Partner We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Finance Business Partner to work closely with senior leaders, providing high-quality financial insight, challenge and support. This is a transformational role , focused on improving the way overheads are planned, reported and allocated across the organisation. You will operate in a complex environment, translating high-level requirements into clear, deliverable financial solutions that drive transparency, control and informed decision-making. Key Responsibilities Lead the end-to-end management, reporting and planning of group overhead costs, ensuring all deadlines are met with a high level of accuracy and consistency. Transform overhead reporting to improve transparency and usability for senior stakeholders. Redesign the budgeting and forecasting approach for overheads, streamlining processes and removing inefficiencies. Develop and implement an enhanced cost allocation model, clearly distinguishing between direct and indirect costs and enabling monthly reporting by function and business unit. Partner with finance transformation teams to standardise structures, data and reporting across the wider organisation. Work closely with senior functional leaders to produce high-quality budget and forecast packs, providing insight and challenge where required. Ensure the integrity, accuracy and timeliness of financial data, supporting and developing team members and key stakeholders. Deliver complex financial information in a clear, concise manner to senior audiences, supporting effective decision-making. Develop solutions to improve cost tracking and reporting within financial systems. Key Requirements Fully qualified accountant (ACCA / CIMA or equivalent) with significant post-qualification experience. Proven experience partnering with senior leaders and executive-level stakeholders. Strong background in budgeting, forecasting and management reporting across a full annual cycle. Demonstrated ability to lead change, improve processes and deliver transformation in a complex finance environment. Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to present complex financial issues simply and clearly. Highly organised, able to manage multiple priorities, stakeholders and tight deadlines. Strong data analysis and presentation skills, with experience developing others. Experience working with enterprise finance systems is advantageous. At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
Senior Finance Business Partner We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Finance Business Partner to work closely with senior leaders, providing high-quality financial insight, challenge and support. This is a transformational role , focused on improving the way overheads are planned, reported and allocated across the organisation. You will operate in a complex environment, translating high-level requirements into clear, deliverable financial solutions that drive transparency, control and informed decision-making. Key Responsibilities Lead the end-to-end management, reporting and planning of group overhead costs, ensuring all deadlines are met with a high level of accuracy and consistency. Transform overhead reporting to improve transparency and usability for senior stakeholders. Redesign the budgeting and forecasting approach for overheads, streamlining processes and removing inefficiencies. Develop and implement an enhanced cost allocation model, clearly distinguishing between direct and indirect costs and enabling monthly reporting by function and business unit. Partner with finance transformation teams to standardise structures, data and reporting across the wider organisation. Work closely with senior functional leaders to produce high-quality budget and forecast packs, providing insight and challenge where required. Ensure the integrity, accuracy and timeliness of financial data, supporting and developing team members and key stakeholders. Deliver complex financial information in a clear, concise manner to senior audiences, supporting effective decision-making. Develop solutions to improve cost tracking and reporting within financial systems. Key Requirements Fully qualified accountant (ACCA / CIMA or equivalent) with significant post-qualification experience. Proven experience partnering with senior leaders and executive-level stakeholders. Strong background in budgeting, forecasting and management reporting across a full annual cycle. Demonstrated ability to lead change, improve processes and deliver transformation in a complex finance environment. Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to present complex financial issues simply and clearly. Highly organised, able to manage multiple priorities, stakeholders and tight deadlines. Strong data analysis and presentation skills, with experience developing others. Experience working with enterprise finance systems is advantageous. At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.
Gleeson Recruitment Group
Northampton, Northamptonshire
This is a standout opportunity for a high-potential finance leader ready to step into a broad, influential Group Financial Controller role. Designed for someone who combines strong technical control with ambition, curiosity and pace, this role offers real ownership across reporting, systems, cash and governance - with the scope to shape, modernise and scale a finance function as the business grows. If you're looking for a role that goes beyond steady-state control and gives you exposure to transformation, senior stakeholders and complex decision-making, this is it. Key Responsibilities Lead group financial processing and reporting, ensuring a disciplined, efficient month-end close and consistently high-quality outputs. Oversee the preparation of management accounts, board reporting and performance insight that supports commercial and operational decision-making. Provide clear financial analysis on performance, risks and opportunities, partnering closely with senior stakeholders across the business. Own cashflow, liquidity and working capital oversight, driving strong balance sheet discipline across a multi-entity group. Maintain robust financial controls, reconciliations, policies and governance, supporting statutory and audit requirements. Provide strategic oversight of finance systems, championing automation, data and process improvement to reduce manual effort and improve insight. Oversee treasury activity, intercompany balances and banking arrangements, ensuring strong control and visibility. Support risk management, internal audit activity, and continuous improvement initiatives. Contribute to business change, including systems upgrades, process redesign, group restructuring and acquisition activity. Key Requirements ACA or ACCA qualified with solid post-qualification experience in financial control, reporting or group finance roles. Strong technical accounting foundation, ideally gained in complex or multi-entity environments. Proven experience leading teams and improving finance processes and controls. Hands-on, proactive mindset - comfortable balancing operational delivery with strategic thinking. Strong communicator, able to translate complex financial information for non-finance stakeholders. High attention to detail, commercial awareness and a genuine appetite to improve how finance operates. Ambitious, curious and motivated to grow - this role suits someone with clear upward trajectory At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
This is a standout opportunity for a high-potential finance leader ready to step into a broad, influential Group Financial Controller role. Designed for someone who combines strong technical control with ambition, curiosity and pace, this role offers real ownership across reporting, systems, cash and governance - with the scope to shape, modernise and scale a finance function as the business grows. If you're looking for a role that goes beyond steady-state control and gives you exposure to transformation, senior stakeholders and complex decision-making, this is it. Key Responsibilities Lead group financial processing and reporting, ensuring a disciplined, efficient month-end close and consistently high-quality outputs. Oversee the preparation of management accounts, board reporting and performance insight that supports commercial and operational decision-making. Provide clear financial analysis on performance, risks and opportunities, partnering closely with senior stakeholders across the business. Own cashflow, liquidity and working capital oversight, driving strong balance sheet discipline across a multi-entity group. Maintain robust financial controls, reconciliations, policies and governance, supporting statutory and audit requirements. Provide strategic oversight of finance systems, championing automation, data and process improvement to reduce manual effort and improve insight. Oversee treasury activity, intercompany balances and banking arrangements, ensuring strong control and visibility. Support risk management, internal audit activity, and continuous improvement initiatives. Contribute to business change, including systems upgrades, process redesign, group restructuring and acquisition activity. Key Requirements ACA or ACCA qualified with solid post-qualification experience in financial control, reporting or group finance roles. Strong technical accounting foundation, ideally gained in complex or multi-entity environments. Proven experience leading teams and improving finance processes and controls. Hands-on, proactive mindset - comfortable balancing operational delivery with strategic thinking. Strong communicator, able to translate complex financial information for non-finance stakeholders. High attention to detail, commercial awareness and a genuine appetite to improve how finance operates. Ambitious, curious and motivated to grow - this role suits someone with clear upward trajectory At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer.By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.
Harris Hill is recruiting for a Part Time Finance Manager for this community-based charity near Manchester (Hybrid) Position: Part Time Finance Manager Salary: £41.771pa (FTE) Actual Pay (£25.062pa) Hours: 22.5 hours per week (Flexible working) Location: Near, Manchester Hybrid Working: 1 day a week is allowed to be worked from home Compulsory Office Day: Mondays are essential, other days are flexible Reporting to: Director of Finance & Resources Management: 1 Finance Officer THIS IS AN URGENT POSITION, SO DO APPLY NOW This is a newly created role, introduced to strengthen the financial management capacity of the charity as they continue to grow and support an expanding range of programmes. As Finance Manager, you will play a key role in shaping how the finance function develops, with opportunities to influence systems, improve processes and contribute to long-term organisational effectiveness. You will be joining a supportive, friendly and collaborative finance team, working closely with colleagues who value professionalism, problem-solving and continuous improvement. As part of a wider organisation with a strong values-driven culture, you can expect an inclusive, welcoming environment where staff work together to make a real difference in the neighbourhood. Main Purposes of the Post The Finance Manager will play a key role in strengthening charity s overall financial management and organisational effectiveness. Working closely with the Director of Finance & Resources and the finance team, the postholder will lead the finance function, ensuring that robust financial systems, processes and controls are in place. They will provide high-quality financial insight, maintain the integrity of financial information, and oversee the delivery of accurate and compliant financial operations including payroll, management reporting and audit preparation. Main duties of the role: Financial Reporting & Management Accounts Produce accurate and timely quarterly management accounts, including all supporting schedules and reconciliations. Budgeting & Financial Planning Support the annual budgeting process, including entering budgets into the Aqilla finance system and updating records as programmes evolve. Financial Controls & Systems Integrity Ensure strong internal financial controls are operating effectively across all finance processes. Payroll & Income Management (Training given) Oversee the full monthly payroll cycle, ensuring all calculations are accurate and compliant with current legislation. Audit & Year-End Reporting Prepare supporting documentation, reconciliations and adjustment schedules for the annual statutory audit. Credit Control & Financial Stewardship Manage the accounts receivable function to ensure the timely collection of income while maintaining positive relationships with partners and funders.
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
Harris Hill is recruiting for a Part Time Finance Manager for this community-based charity near Manchester (Hybrid) Position: Part Time Finance Manager Salary: £41.771pa (FTE) Actual Pay (£25.062pa) Hours: 22.5 hours per week (Flexible working) Location: Near, Manchester Hybrid Working: 1 day a week is allowed to be worked from home Compulsory Office Day: Mondays are essential, other days are flexible Reporting to: Director of Finance & Resources Management: 1 Finance Officer THIS IS AN URGENT POSITION, SO DO APPLY NOW This is a newly created role, introduced to strengthen the financial management capacity of the charity as they continue to grow and support an expanding range of programmes. As Finance Manager, you will play a key role in shaping how the finance function develops, with opportunities to influence systems, improve processes and contribute to long-term organisational effectiveness. You will be joining a supportive, friendly and collaborative finance team, working closely with colleagues who value professionalism, problem-solving and continuous improvement. As part of a wider organisation with a strong values-driven culture, you can expect an inclusive, welcoming environment where staff work together to make a real difference in the neighbourhood. Main Purposes of the Post The Finance Manager will play a key role in strengthening charity s overall financial management and organisational effectiveness. Working closely with the Director of Finance & Resources and the finance team, the postholder will lead the finance function, ensuring that robust financial systems, processes and controls are in place. They will provide high-quality financial insight, maintain the integrity of financial information, and oversee the delivery of accurate and compliant financial operations including payroll, management reporting and audit preparation. Main duties of the role: Financial Reporting & Management Accounts Produce accurate and timely quarterly management accounts, including all supporting schedules and reconciliations. Budgeting & Financial Planning Support the annual budgeting process, including entering budgets into the Aqilla finance system and updating records as programmes evolve. Financial Controls & Systems Integrity Ensure strong internal financial controls are operating effectively across all finance processes. Payroll & Income Management (Training given) Oversee the full monthly payroll cycle, ensuring all calculations are accurate and compliant with current legislation. Audit & Year-End Reporting Prepare supporting documentation, reconciliations and adjustment schedules for the annual statutory audit. Credit Control & Financial Stewardship Manage the accounts receivable function to ensure the timely collection of income while maintaining positive relationships with partners and funders.
People and Culture Assistant London (with hybrid working) The Organisation Our client is a membership organisation. They are proud to have achieved workplace accreditations - Invest in People Gold and Invest in Wellbeing Silver. These awards reflect their commitment to their employees, who are a vital part of supporting their members. They are now seeking a motivated People and Culture (P&C) Assistant to join them on a full time, permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a dynamic, forward-thinking team where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your work truly makes an impact. The Role As a P&C Assistant, you will provide high-quality HR administration that underpins effective people support across the organisation. Working closely with the P&C Business Partners and the wider team, you will manage the employee lifecycle from onboarding to offboarding, maintain accurate records, and act as a key point of contact for employee queries. You will support inductions and training activity, keep documentation up to date, and ensure managers and employees receive timely, professional guidance aligned with policies and best practice. Additionally, you will: - Lead monthly payroll administration, facilitating necessary reports and other payroll-related tasks such as annual P11d process - Liaise with Finance and external auditors, supporting reporting, processing invoices and audit activity - Act as an IRIS Cascade superuser, maintaining records, producing HR data-driven reports and providing guidance and training to managers and employees - Manage administrative tasks for new starters, leavers and employee-related changes About You To be considered as a P&C Assistant, you will need: - Experience leading administration within an HR and payroll environment - Experience using HR Information Systems for administration and reporting purposes - Experience using Microsoft Office products, including intermediate to advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills - Experience achieving a high level of customer care in a customer-focused environment - Good communication, organisational and time-management skills - Good numeracy skills with attention to detail - To be educated to GCSE level, at a minimum, with five passes, including English and Maths The Benefits - Salary of circa £33,000 per annum, depending on experience - 26 days' holiday per annum plus bank holidays - Benefits, including stakeholder pension scheme, life assurance, birthday leave, and optional private health cover - Other benefits as detailed in our client's generous and competitive benefits package This is a terrific opportunity for a motivated, detail-driven HR administrator with solid payroll experience to join our client's people-centred organisation. In return for your expertise, you will enjoy a supportive, hybrid working environment, strong wellbeing and people-first values, alongside the satisfaction of contributing to an organisation that exists to improve the world, while being genuinely invested in its people. So, if you want to take the next step in your career and join our client as their P&C Assistant, please apply via the button shown. The closing date for this role is 8th May 2026. Due to this recruitment being time sensitive, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and the vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received. An immediate start will be available for the right candidate. Other organisations may call this role HR Assistant, HR Administrator, Human Resources Assistant, Human Resources Co-ordinator, Payroll Assistant, People Assistant, or People Co-ordinator. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency. Webrecruit and our clients are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business, and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
People and Culture Assistant London (with hybrid working) The Organisation Our client is a membership organisation. They are proud to have achieved workplace accreditations - Invest in People Gold and Invest in Wellbeing Silver. These awards reflect their commitment to their employees, who are a vital part of supporting their members. They are now seeking a motivated People and Culture (P&C) Assistant to join them on a full time, permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a dynamic, forward-thinking team where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your work truly makes an impact. The Role As a P&C Assistant, you will provide high-quality HR administration that underpins effective people support across the organisation. Working closely with the P&C Business Partners and the wider team, you will manage the employee lifecycle from onboarding to offboarding, maintain accurate records, and act as a key point of contact for employee queries. You will support inductions and training activity, keep documentation up to date, and ensure managers and employees receive timely, professional guidance aligned with policies and best practice. Additionally, you will: - Lead monthly payroll administration, facilitating necessary reports and other payroll-related tasks such as annual P11d process - Liaise with Finance and external auditors, supporting reporting, processing invoices and audit activity - Act as an IRIS Cascade superuser, maintaining records, producing HR data-driven reports and providing guidance and training to managers and employees - Manage administrative tasks for new starters, leavers and employee-related changes About You To be considered as a P&C Assistant, you will need: - Experience leading administration within an HR and payroll environment - Experience using HR Information Systems for administration and reporting purposes - Experience using Microsoft Office products, including intermediate to advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills - Experience achieving a high level of customer care in a customer-focused environment - Good communication, organisational and time-management skills - Good numeracy skills with attention to detail - To be educated to GCSE level, at a minimum, with five passes, including English and Maths The Benefits - Salary of circa £33,000 per annum, depending on experience - 26 days' holiday per annum plus bank holidays - Benefits, including stakeholder pension scheme, life assurance, birthday leave, and optional private health cover - Other benefits as detailed in our client's generous and competitive benefits package This is a terrific opportunity for a motivated, detail-driven HR administrator with solid payroll experience to join our client's people-centred organisation. In return for your expertise, you will enjoy a supportive, hybrid working environment, strong wellbeing and people-first values, alongside the satisfaction of contributing to an organisation that exists to improve the world, while being genuinely invested in its people. So, if you want to take the next step in your career and join our client as their P&C Assistant, please apply via the button shown. The closing date for this role is 8th May 2026. Due to this recruitment being time sensitive, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and the vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received. An immediate start will be available for the right candidate. Other organisations may call this role HR Assistant, HR Administrator, Human Resources Assistant, Human Resources Co-ordinator, Payroll Assistant, People Assistant, or People Co-ordinator. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency. Webrecruit and our clients are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business, and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.
Save the Children UK is looking for an Innovative Finance Manager to join our Innovation Hive, developing and scaling innovative finance solutions - including impact investment and inclusive insurance - that mobilise capital and drive sustainable impact for children globally. This is a unique opportunity to help shape and deliver new approaches to funding that can unlock transformational change at scale. About Us Save the Children UK believes every child deserves a future. In the UK and around the world, we work every day to give children a healthy start in life, the opportunity to learn and protection from harm. When crisis strikes, and children are most vulnerable, we are always among the first to respond and the last to leave. We ensure children's unique needs are met and their voices are heard. We deliver lasting results for millions of children, including those hardest to reach. About the Team The Innovation Hive is a team focused on delivering transformative, systemic change for children. As ODA funding declines globally, our goal is to expand our toolkit including mobilising private capital to deliver impact for children at scale. We operate as a surge team supporting SCUK's priorities in innovative and blended finance, including child-lens investing, carbon credits and inclusive insurance. These approaches complement existing programmatic work, maximising the impact of current and new resources and increasing funding towards our mission. Our purpose is clear: to transform, build and champion new growth opportunities and business models, moving at pace and collaborating inside and outside of our organisation to do this. About the role The Innovative Finance Manager role is central to advancing innovative finance initiatives that create transformative outcomes for children. You will lead the design, shaping and execution of a portfolio of innovative finance projects such as child-lens impact investment and inclusive insurance across the Save the Children Movement, supported by the Innovation Hive. This includes designing and structuring financing mechanisms, developing proposals, and coordinating partners. The role combines strategic leadership, venture development and execution, with a strong emphasis on mobilising capital, building partnerships, and developing scalable solutions that can influence systems and markets. You will play a key role in originating and structuring new opportunities, supporting their progression from early-stage concept through to implementation and scale, while ensuring alignment with organisational priorities and impact objectives. Working across geographies, with a focus on Latin America and Africa, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams, internal stakeholders, and external partners to deliver high-impact programmes. With impact on children as your guiding star, you will also monitor emerging trends and opportunities in innovative finance to inform strategic decision-making. You will also contribute to strengthening organisational capability in innovative finance, supporting knowledge sharing, mentoring colleagues, and embedding best practice across Save the Children UK. In this role, you will: Lead the origination design and structuring of high-impact innovative finance projects that advance child-focused impact, such as blended finance, insurance, carbon finance and impact investment funds. Exercise strong judgement and autonomy in prioritising opportunities, shaping initiatives, and influencing decision-making on programme design, resource allocation, and strategic direction. Develop compelling proposals, concept notes and investment cases that unlock funding and advance scalable innovative finance solutions. Lead market scanning, research and strategic analysis and originate opportunities in priority areas and across geographies particularly in Latin America and Africa. Integrate impact management frameworks into projects you lead, ensuring all initiatives are data-driven, aligned with Save the Children's impact objectives, and deliver measurable outcomes for children. Contribute to the development and implementation of tools, resources, frameworks and support mechanisms that enhance the delivery of innovative finance projects. Build and manage strategic partnerships with internal teams, country offices, and external stakeholders including investors, foundations and development finance institutions, to grow pipeline and enable delivery Represent Save the Children in external forums and contribute to contribute to thought leadership and insights on innovative finance for children, strengthening the organisation's position in innovative finance About you To be successful, it is important that you have/are: Demonstrated experience in leading the design, execution, and management of innovative finance models such as impact investment, carbon credits and inclusive insurance. Ability to understand how these can be applied to advance scalable and sustainable impact for children. Ability to understand how to integrate IMM frameworks into projects. Demonstrated experience in analysing and interpreting data, and presenting information in a compelling way. Demonstrated experience in market research and analysis, communicating the potential impact in a clear and compelling way, and applying learnings to drive strategy and project development. Experience or ability to work with teams across geographies and sectors, collaborating with internal teams, external partners, and stakeholders from diverse sectors. Confidence presenting to partners, donors or investors. A team player, someone who is open and who is able and willing to deliver beyond their personal brief. Resilience, enthusiasm, energy and drive with a commitment to Save the Children's vision and values. A commercial and entrepreneurial mindset. Comfortable with ambiguity and able to navigate uncertainty and complexity, remaining organised and focused in fast-changing environments. Fluent in Spanish (ideally but not essential) Ideally experience or understanding of human centred design, agile and lean methodologies, in order to deliver impactful innovations that meet user needs. Ideally experience or ability to manage knowledge systems that support innovation projects Please note: To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications are received. This is to ensure that we can manage application levels whilst maintaining a positive candidate experience. Unfortunately once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications. Location & Ways of Working: The majority of our roles can be performed remotely in the UK, but at times you will be required to come to your contracted office (usually between 2 4 days per month, depending on the needs of your role, team, or service). For many roles, this is likely to be the minimum required to deliver impact. This will be discussed and agreed with your manager / team and we encourage candidates to discuss our ways of working in more detail at interview stage. Please note: travel costs to your contracted office will be at your own expense. Flexible Working - We are happy to discuss flexible working options at interview . Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: Save the Children UK believes in a world that is fair, inclusive and equitable where all children have the opportunity to change their world. We apply this to our workforce and we are committed to developing and supporting a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organisation where all employees have a sense of belonging and feel that they can be "Free to Be Me". We are not looking for just one type of person - we want to recruit people who can add fresh perspectives, innovative ideas or challenge that disrupts the risk of group think. We are especially interested in people whose childhood experiences - of life on a low income, of migration, of being in a racialised community, of the care system, of being LGBT+ or in an LGBT+ family or living with (or with someone with) a disability - help us to see things we might otherwise miss. Whatever your story is we want to hear it because we know that different voices, ideas, perspectives and knowledge, working together will enable us to better the lives of children around the world. This is the reason why we are all here.
Apr 30, 2026
Full time
Save the Children UK is looking for an Innovative Finance Manager to join our Innovation Hive, developing and scaling innovative finance solutions - including impact investment and inclusive insurance - that mobilise capital and drive sustainable impact for children globally. This is a unique opportunity to help shape and deliver new approaches to funding that can unlock transformational change at scale. About Us Save the Children UK believes every child deserves a future. In the UK and around the world, we work every day to give children a healthy start in life, the opportunity to learn and protection from harm. When crisis strikes, and children are most vulnerable, we are always among the first to respond and the last to leave. We ensure children's unique needs are met and their voices are heard. We deliver lasting results for millions of children, including those hardest to reach. About the Team The Innovation Hive is a team focused on delivering transformative, systemic change for children. As ODA funding declines globally, our goal is to expand our toolkit including mobilising private capital to deliver impact for children at scale. We operate as a surge team supporting SCUK's priorities in innovative and blended finance, including child-lens investing, carbon credits and inclusive insurance. These approaches complement existing programmatic work, maximising the impact of current and new resources and increasing funding towards our mission. Our purpose is clear: to transform, build and champion new growth opportunities and business models, moving at pace and collaborating inside and outside of our organisation to do this. About the role The Innovative Finance Manager role is central to advancing innovative finance initiatives that create transformative outcomes for children. You will lead the design, shaping and execution of a portfolio of innovative finance projects such as child-lens impact investment and inclusive insurance across the Save the Children Movement, supported by the Innovation Hive. This includes designing and structuring financing mechanisms, developing proposals, and coordinating partners. The role combines strategic leadership, venture development and execution, with a strong emphasis on mobilising capital, building partnerships, and developing scalable solutions that can influence systems and markets. You will play a key role in originating and structuring new opportunities, supporting their progression from early-stage concept through to implementation and scale, while ensuring alignment with organisational priorities and impact objectives. Working across geographies, with a focus on Latin America and Africa, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams, internal stakeholders, and external partners to deliver high-impact programmes. With impact on children as your guiding star, you will also monitor emerging trends and opportunities in innovative finance to inform strategic decision-making. You will also contribute to strengthening organisational capability in innovative finance, supporting knowledge sharing, mentoring colleagues, and embedding best practice across Save the Children UK. In this role, you will: Lead the origination design and structuring of high-impact innovative finance projects that advance child-focused impact, such as blended finance, insurance, carbon finance and impact investment funds. Exercise strong judgement and autonomy in prioritising opportunities, shaping initiatives, and influencing decision-making on programme design, resource allocation, and strategic direction. Develop compelling proposals, concept notes and investment cases that unlock funding and advance scalable innovative finance solutions. Lead market scanning, research and strategic analysis and originate opportunities in priority areas and across geographies particularly in Latin America and Africa. Integrate impact management frameworks into projects you lead, ensuring all initiatives are data-driven, aligned with Save the Children's impact objectives, and deliver measurable outcomes for children. Contribute to the development and implementation of tools, resources, frameworks and support mechanisms that enhance the delivery of innovative finance projects. Build and manage strategic partnerships with internal teams, country offices, and external stakeholders including investors, foundations and development finance institutions, to grow pipeline and enable delivery Represent Save the Children in external forums and contribute to contribute to thought leadership and insights on innovative finance for children, strengthening the organisation's position in innovative finance About you To be successful, it is important that you have/are: Demonstrated experience in leading the design, execution, and management of innovative finance models such as impact investment, carbon credits and inclusive insurance. Ability to understand how these can be applied to advance scalable and sustainable impact for children. Ability to understand how to integrate IMM frameworks into projects. Demonstrated experience in analysing and interpreting data, and presenting information in a compelling way. Demonstrated experience in market research and analysis, communicating the potential impact in a clear and compelling way, and applying learnings to drive strategy and project development. Experience or ability to work with teams across geographies and sectors, collaborating with internal teams, external partners, and stakeholders from diverse sectors. Confidence presenting to partners, donors or investors. A team player, someone who is open and who is able and willing to deliver beyond their personal brief. Resilience, enthusiasm, energy and drive with a commitment to Save the Children's vision and values. A commercial and entrepreneurial mindset. Comfortable with ambiguity and able to navigate uncertainty and complexity, remaining organised and focused in fast-changing environments. Fluent in Spanish (ideally but not essential) Ideally experience or understanding of human centred design, agile and lean methodologies, in order to deliver impactful innovations that meet user needs. Ideally experience or ability to manage knowledge systems that support innovation projects Please note: To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications are received. This is to ensure that we can manage application levels whilst maintaining a positive candidate experience. Unfortunately once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications. Location & Ways of Working: The majority of our roles can be performed remotely in the UK, but at times you will be required to come to your contracted office (usually between 2 4 days per month, depending on the needs of your role, team, or service). For many roles, this is likely to be the minimum required to deliver impact. This will be discussed and agreed with your manager / team and we encourage candidates to discuss our ways of working in more detail at interview stage. Please note: travel costs to your contracted office will be at your own expense. Flexible Working - We are happy to discuss flexible working options at interview . Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: Save the Children UK believes in a world that is fair, inclusive and equitable where all children have the opportunity to change their world. We apply this to our workforce and we are committed to developing and supporting a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organisation where all employees have a sense of belonging and feel that they can be "Free to Be Me". We are not looking for just one type of person - we want to recruit people who can add fresh perspectives, innovative ideas or challenge that disrupts the risk of group think. We are especially interested in people whose childhood experiences - of life on a low income, of migration, of being in a racialised community, of the care system, of being LGBT+ or in an LGBT+ family or living with (or with someone with) a disability - help us to see things we might otherwise miss. Whatever your story is we want to hear it because we know that different voices, ideas, perspectives and knowledge, working together will enable us to better the lives of children around the world. This is the reason why we are all here.
