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

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

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

HiddenCity creates real-world adventure games where players solve clues sent to their phones as part of an unfolding story across the city. The experiences are highly rated, achieving 4.8+ out of 5 stars on Tripadvisor and Google. The most recent game is 007: Shadow of Spectre , created in collaboration with the James Bond film franchise. Find out more on the company website . It's an exciting time to join as we launch a marketing campaign, and roll out the games internationally. Deadline for applications: Mon 16 March at 12:00pm Early applications are welcome. We are interviewing on a rolling basis, so if you apply earlier we may speak to you sooner. Your Mission: help bring adventures to life This role is for someone with excellent communication skills, a proactive nature, and evidence of strong delivery. You do not need to have experience in the games industry. 3 to 5 days per week , depending on your preferences, skills and experience. Flexible midweek hours with regular Saturday work from 10am to 2pm. £25 - £31k salary , depending on experience, based on a 40 hour week. Salary is pro-rated for 3 or 4 day contracts. Alternatively, freelance work is paid at an hourly rate of £16 - £20. On location in central London and the Hoxton office , work at game locations across London and at a vibrant office, plus flexibility for 1-2 days remote working per week. Starting April or May 2026, depending on your availability. This role is open to candidates who are interested in either: Cross-functional track: Develop foundational skills before moving into creative, management, or sales roles, with mentoring from the leadership team, or Specialist track: Supporting HiddenCity in an ongoing role as an exceptional Real-World Game Operations Executive, with scope to grow within the Operations Team. What you'll be doing In a HiddenCity game, clues are sent to players digitally, with in-person interactions and physical puzzles along the route. As a key member of our Game Operations Team, you will take responsibility for delivering consistently exceptional experiences at scale. As you progress in the company the role will align to the career track you are aligned with. Supported by structured training, in the first year of your support to HiddenCity you will: Maintain the operational excellence of live game routes - take responsibility for stock, logistics and the game route. This includes weekly work on locations across central London. Support experience design - edit clues, test game updates, scout potential new venues and assemble physical puzzles that thousands of players interact with. Be a point of contact for customers - diagnose issues, drive sales and protect the player experience in real time. Own the corporate sales cycle - drive revenue and manage the full sales cycle from first enquiry to delivery and post-game follow-up, for corporate team-building bookings. Gain exposure to other business functions - given the nature of a startup, in addition to your core responsibilities, you will support other operations in the business such as finance and head office operations. You'll be upskilled on the company's workflow tools including Slack for messaging, Google Workspace for document management, and ClickUp for workflow and project management. A day in the life might include analysing player data to identify problematic clues, before assembling physical props, and later heading out into central London to check stock levels at venues along the game route. Benefits Growth: Significant scope for progression in the cross-function career track to senior positions, in either a creative, analytical or management capacity, and specialism in the specialist career track, linked to performance and business growth Office environment: Work from a vibrant Hoxton coworking space with a rooftop terrace, monthly events, free barista-made coffee, and a well-equipped gym Time off: for salary roles, 27 days holiday included plus bank holidays, and a 4% employer pension contribution Flexibility: 1-2 days per week remote working and weekly work on location across central London Play: Complimentary tickets for HiddenCity games for you and your friends. Company culture We aim to create exceptional experiences that reconnect people with their inner child through play. Subtle details matter to us, and we express this through considered design and thoughtful execution. You'll join a friendly, collaborative team that balances focused work with lively discussion. Most people split their week between the coworking office and remote working. We value clear processes that make it easier to scale the business and to hand work over smoothly. We use a company-wide kanban workflow and operate with a high degree of transparency about how the business works, including performance and pay. We are performance led. We value ownership, follow-through and clear communication. If something slips, we surface it early and fix it. We aim to be fair, respectful, and ambitious. You're encouraged to challenge ideas thoughtfully and to respect final decisions when they're made. We also make time to enjoy working together. We go out for team activities and meals, and Wednesdays involve treats in the office. Requirements You are: Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively Ambitious and motivated by taking on increasing responsibility A confident, positive communicator, even when raising problems Adaptable, and able to quickly assess and prioritise tasks Desirable experience: Sales or customer support experience Ideal skills if you are looking to join the cross-functional track 2:1 Bachelor's degree, or other demonstration of academic achievement A combination of highly analytical and creative skills Demonstration of aptitude in creative work, project management, or sales

Role: Head of Finance Location: Bingham Salary: £45-50k We are seeking a commercially astute and hands-on Head of Finance to lead and oversee the financial operations of the business. This is a key leadership role reporting directly to the CEO and COO, with responsibility for delivering robust financial management, strategic insight, and operational control click apply for full job details

NG Bailey Group Finance Department are looking for a detail-oriented Finance Intern (YiIN) to join the team. This internship provides an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience in financial management, business partnering, transactions, tax and internal audit. The ideal candidate will have a passion for numbers, problem-solving and understanding how financial decisions drive business success. Some of the key deliverables for this role will include: Developing your knowledge of financial systems and processes Experience different finance functions, to understand their activities and the role which they play within the group finances. (For example - AP, AR, Tax, Governance etc) Understand and support the delivery of P&L and balance sheet reporting Fully understand the financial operations of our business and our legal requirements Working with stakeholders at different levels across the business Maintenance and development of financial controls Ensuring compliance with internal procedures, accounting & finance standards, as well as audit requirements Building an understanding of drivers of profit and performance Working cross-functionally with other teams Opportunities to be involved in projects throughout the year. What we're looking for Currently pursuing a degree in Finance, Economics, Business or Accountancy Excellent communication skills, motivated to work with teams Passion for accuracy, precision and spotting trends and discrepancies in financial information An ability to demonstrate excellent analytical and numerical skills Ability to work independently and meet deadlines A proactive mindset and a strong desire to learn Committed to responsible financial practice and ability to uphold trust and transparency. To apply you need: To be enrolled on an undergraduate degree with a placement year and provide confirmation of the University you attend and the degree you are enrolled on, you must be on track to achieve a 2:2. Right to work indefinitely - we are unable to provide visa sponsorship under either the Dependent or Skilled worker visa routes. What happens next? If we like what we see on your application, you will be invited to undertake a telephone interview. If we then wish to progress your application further, you will be invited to attend a final interview. PLEASE NOTE THIS VACANCY MAY CLOSE BEFORE THE ADVERTISED CLOSING DATE IF A LARGE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED. EARLY APPLICATION IS THEREFORE RECOMMENDED Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: We are one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward-thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies. Progression is something we value, and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.

Head of Senior Curriculum and Education (BCI) An exciting opportunity exists to join our Brighton College International (BCI) team as Head of Senior Curriculum and Education with effect from September 2026. Brighton College International (BCI) is growing a family of outstanding international schools that reflects the high quality premium education offered by Brighton College UK. With three new schools due to open in continental Europe and additional schools planned for other locations in major cities, the Head of Senior Curriculum and Education BCI will join the group at an exciting time of expansion. This is a new role in the organisation, reflecting our successful growth. In this role the successful candidate will focus on the delivery of high educational standards in Brighton College international schools, with particular responsibility for the Senior phase, Years 7 to 13. The candidate will also be expected to contribute to, and be influential in, all areas of BCI's operations. The Head of Senior Curriculum and Education reports directly to and is accountable to the Chief Education Officer of BCI, who is responsible for the educational delivery across all our international schools. The Head of Senior Curriculum and Education will work closely with the Deputy CEOs for new and existing schools. This role is suitable for a current senior leader or an experienced middle leader who can demonstrate success in curriculum development and assessment. The candidate must have a strong track record of delivering academic excellence, supported by outstanding pastoral care, and evidence of experience or knowledge of the IB Diploma Programme. Brighton College International comprises a diverse team of highly talented colleagues from education, marketing, admissions, finance, architecture and design. The Head of Senior Curriculum and Education will work particularly closely with the educationalists in the team and with senior school teaching colleagues across the College. The role is based in Brighton College UK; the candidate should have flexibility for some overseas travel to support the educational development of BCI's international schools. Responsibilities Curriculum and Assessment Leadership Provide strategic guidance and high quality curriculum and assessment frameworks aligned with leading UK and international standards, adaptable to local contexts and cultures. Lead the development and review of senior phase curricula, including IGCSE, A Level, and IB, ensuring rigour, coherence, and excellence across the school group. Offer specialist IB expertise to support successful authorisation, implementation, and evaluation processes. Oversee academic policies, pathways, and enrichment opportunities, including competitions, to maximise attainment, aspiration, and pupil wellbeing. Curriculum Continuity and Transition Work in close partnership with the Head of Junior Education to ensure coherent progression in curriculum, pedagogy, and assessment across transition points. Secure strong academic foundations and learning habits for pupils entering Key Stage 3 to support long term success through senior phases. Development of Middle Leadership Build subject and middle leadership capacity through coaching, mentoring, and targeted professional development delivered internationally and remotely. Design and enable professional learning programmes that strengthen curriculum leadership, assessment literacy, and high quality teaching within local contexts. Collaborate with post 16 and global futures teams to support ambitious, well informed university and higher education pathways. Embed high academic expectations within pastoral systems, ensuring wellbeing and achievement are mutually supportive. Quality Assurance and School Review Contribute to and lead education reviews across the school group, evaluating curriculum quality, teaching, assessment, and pupil outcomes. Oversee stakeholder feedback processes, including annual surveys, to inform school improvement. Provide clear, evidence based recommendations and monitor the impact of initiatives through data analysis and performance trends. Drive innovation through awareness of emerging pedagogies, AI strategy development, and delivery of effective teaching and learning training. Community and Collaboration Foster meaningful connections between pupils and staff across the family of schools through visits, competitions, and shared academic events. Represent the organisation at key meetings and events, both in person and virtually, including school openings and Open Mornings. Support international schools with the recruitment and appointment of high quality teaching and leadership staff. Safeguarding responsibilities The role involves daily contact with pupils and engagement in regulated activity relevant to children. All staff and volunteers have a responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young persons for whom they are responsible and with whom they come into contact. For full details of the role please see the Job Profile Document below. Category Senior School Teaching (Senior School Teaching) Vacancy Type Permanent/Full Time Salary The salary for this role will depend upon skills and experience and will be in line with the salary scales for similar Leadership and Head of Curriculum roles in the independent sector. We also offer a competitive pension scheme. Job Profile: Job Profile document

We are seeking a detail-oriented Sales Support professional to join a thriving FMCG team. This permanent role involves providing outstanding organisational and MS Office skills Client Details The employer is a family run, highly successful FMCG company that have household name brands under their umbrella. They have been established over 25 years and and also are able to offer good progression. Description Account & Sales Support Support the Head of Sales in managing key National Accounts Process customer orders accurately and in line with agreed commercial terms Liaise with warehouse and 3PL providers to ensure smooth fulfilment Raise and manage new line forms and retailer documentation Manage line lists and ensure systems are updated accurately Monitor out-of-stocks and proactively communicate risks Track and support promotional set-up and execution Assist with forecasts and sales reporting Identify up-selling opportunities and support range extensions Account Management Support Attend customer meetings where required and circulate clear follow-up actions Manage and track action points to ensure deadlines are met Prepare sales analysis and reporting for account reviews Support the preparation of presentations and commercial proposals Cross-Functional Coordination Liaise with NPD regarding samples, launch timelines and new line set-ups Work closely with Supply Chain on stock availability and forecasts Coordinate internally across Finance, Operations and Marketing to ensure account requirements are met Investigate and resolve credit claims or invoice discrepancies Profile Minimum 2-3 years' experience in Sales Support, National Account support or FMCG environment Strong understanding of retailer processes and new line set-up Experience managing order processing and warehouse coordination Strong Excel skills (VLOOKUP, pivot tables preferred) Highly numerate with strong analytical ability Excellent communication and organisational skills Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced commercial environment Strong attention to detail Understanding of forecasting and stock management principles Job Offer 36,000 to 40000 depending on the salary

Strategic Finance Leadership. Private Equity Environment. Operational Impact. Are you a commercially sharp Finance Director ready to play a pivotal role in a high-performing, Private Equity-backed engineering services business? We are a leading independent provider of lift and escalator maintenance, repair and modernisation services across the UK - is entering an exciting phase of performance acceleration and value creation. We are now seeking a high-calibre Finance Director to partner with the Managing Director and PE stakeholders to drive financial excellence, operational performance, and strategic growth. This is a hands-on, high-impact leadership role within a fast-paced SME environment where your contribution will directly influence business performance and long-term value. T he Role at a Glance: Finance Director - Qualified Dartford, Hybrid Competitive Base Salary + 15% Annual Bonus Paid Quarterly Plus Extensive Benefits Package inc Car Allowance Core hours 40 per week: 08:00-17:00, with one hour for lunch Company: Pioneer of the British lift industry. Formally part of global brand Otis - Private Equity-backed by R Capital since 2025. A Leasing independent service provider, specialising in the supply, installation, maintenance, repair and modernisation of all types of lift equipment. Pedigree: Clients include national retail chains/major hospitals, large facilities management providers and MOD sites Culture: Safety, Ethics & Quality Focused Your Background: Proven experience as a Finance Director, Head of Finance, or senior finance leader in a PE-backed or turnaround business Skills: Qualified accountant - ACA, ACCA or CIMA. Team Leadership. We are a well-established, highly respected name in the UK lift and escalator services sector. Previously part of OTIS, the world's leading manufacturer and service provider of elevators, escalators, and moving walkways - the business is now owned by R-Capital and with greater agility as a standalone company is gearing for rapid growth. The business delivers maintenance, repair and modernisation solutions across commercial, residential and public-sector environments - including prestigious and high-profile sites. As a Private Equity-backed organisation, we are focused on operational excellence, cash optimisation, and sustainable growth. The business combines technical engineering capability with strong service delivery and long-standing client relationships. This is a rare opportunity to join at senior leadership level during a significant value-creation phase. Ready for your next adventure? Reporting directly to the Managing Director, the Finance Director will lead the entire finance function and act as a strategic partner to both the MD and Private Equity owners. You will provide strong financial leadership and insight, ensuring rigorous controls and governance while strengthening working capital performance and supporting our growth and transformation strategy. With full ownership of FP&A, financial control, reporting, compliance, audit and tax, you will deliver accurate monthly management accounts and drive budgeting, forecasting and long-term planning. You will help shape business strategy, performance targets and value creation initiatives, maintaining a sharp focus on cash flow, cost control and profitability. The role also includes preparing board and investor reporting, managing relationships with PE stakeholders and external advisors, and leading and developing the finance team to support continued business growth. About You: You are a commercially astute, execution-focused finance leader who thrives in a performance-driven environment. A qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with ideally a Master's degree in Finance or Accounting, you bring 10+ years' relevant experience, including proven success as a Finance Director, Head of Finance or senior finance leader. You have operated within PE-backed, turnaround or high-change SME environments, ideally within service, engineering, construction or field-based operations businesses, and bring strong financial modelling and performance management capability with a clear track record of improving profitability and cash flow. Experience with ERP systems such as JD Edwards and exposure to post-merger integration would be advantageous. Strategic yet hands-on, you combine analytical rigour with a strong bias for execution. You are detail-oriented, solutions-focused and comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment. With strong leadership presence and excellent communication and influencing skills, you build credibility quickly across all levels and lead teams with clarity and impact. Fluent written and spoken English is essential. Benefits: • Access to Discounts Platform • Pension (Day 1) - Aviva • Holiday - 25 days per year plus bank holidays - holiday year - January to December • Wellness (Day 1) - Employee Assistance Programme • Death in Service (Day 1) 3 x Salary - Canada Life • Sickness Scheme - Discretionary • Family Policies - Industry-leading enhanced maternity and paternity provision subject to service • Incentive Scheme (depending on role -non-contractual) • Employee Referral Scheme • Car Allowance Why Join Us? • Senior leadership influence within a PE-backed growth business • Direct impact on value creation and performance improvement • Strategic partnership role with the Managing Director • Opportunity to shape finance, governance and operational excellence • Dynamic, engineering-led services environment If you are an ambitious, commercially driven Finance Director looking for a high-impact leadership opportunity within a respected engineering services business, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to explore this exceptional opportunity in confidence. Application notice We take your privacy seriously. When you apply, we shall process your details and pass your application to our client for review for this vacancy only. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed on the basis of our legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to our Data Privacy Policy & Notice on our website for further details. If you have any pre-application questions please contact us first quoting the job title & ref. Good luck, Team RR.

The Regional Office Controller plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of regional service delivery. Responsible for managing and coordinating service activities, engineer schedules, customer interactions, invoicing, and resource management, ensuring timely and high-quality outcomes. This role directly impacts customer satisfaction by providing swift issue resolution and maintaining service contract fulfilment. Additionally, the controller's strategic reporting and cross-functional collaboration drive regional performance and support decision-making at the executive level. Ultimately, the role aims to optimise service operations, ensure service financial accuracy, and enhance customer relationships, contributing to overall business success. Operational Support • Efficiently coordinate, manage, schedule and dispatch engineers and sub-contractors for service visits, callouts, planned maintenance and other business activities. • Manage holiday rosters to ensure uninterrupted regional coverage. • Collaborate closely with the Spares Department to schedule and coordinate the delivery of parts, ensuring they coincide with planned service visits or return repair visits. • Monitor daily operations and ensure processes are running smoothly. • Ensure all service contract obligations for the region are met. • Work closely with internal departments including sales, operations, technical and design to drive regional performance and address operational challenges. Project Coordination: • Assist in managing and tracking ongoing projects to ensure they stay on time and within budget. • Help maintain project schedules, track deliverables, and communicate progress with key stakeholders. • Identify potential risks or bottlenecks in processes and provide recommendations for improvement. Administrative Support: • Maintain records of key operational metrics and project timelines. • Manage correspondence and communications related to operational tasks both internally and externally. • Oversee the regions invoicing process and pursue purchase orders to ensure timely revenue recognition for every job. • Overseeing and executing Service Contracts for Scotland Budget & Cost Management: • Assist with monitoring budgets for various projects or operational departments. • Help track expenses and prepare financial reports for operational activities. • Work with the finance team to ensure all purchases and expenditures are aligned with budgetary goals. Strategic Collaboration & Reporting • Provide general support to department heads and other team members. • Communicate effectively with all levels of staff to ensure clear operational objectives. • Prepare reports, presentations and data analysis on regional performance, challenges and opportunities. Problem Solving & Process Improvement: • Analyse operational processes to identify inefficiencies • Recommend and implement process improvements to enhance operational productivity. • Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to daily operations in a timely manner • Provide actionable insights to support strategic decision-making. Desired Skills: • Strong organisational and multitasking abilities. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and project management software. • Attention to detail and ability to handle several tasks simultaneously while ensuring accuracy when working under pressure. • Problem-solving and analytical thinking. • Ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively. • Strong sense of interdepartmental needs, deadlines, and the ability to interface with various stakeholders.

WORKING WITH US The founder and sponsor of the Harris Federation, Lord Harris of Peckham, opened our first school in 1990. We have, over the past thirty years, implemented ideas and initiatives that have transformed the opportunities of pupils from working class and disadvantaged backgrounds. Harris academies are widely recognised as a force for social mobility. We are immensely proud of the role that our alumni are now beginning to play in the world and of what we believe our current generation of pupils will go on to achieve. We now have over 50 schools educating more than 40,000 young people across London and Essex, and employ over 5,000 staff across our academies and head office. With the majority of our academies located in areas of high socioeconomic disadvantage, a high-quality education is key to the futures of the pupils we serve. As a provider of employment and education, we value the diversity of our staff and students, and all our staff are equally valued and respected. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff. Our work will impact many generations to come, and our staff come from all backgrounds and walks of life, coming together to inspire young minds. We promote an inclusive culture that embraces the valuable and enriching contribution that all of our community make. We continue to be proactive in uplifting and supporting all voices at Harris. To discover more about our culture, ethos and what it is like to work here, visit the Why Work For Us page. ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY We are looking for a Finance Business Partner to support some of our academies with clear financial insight, smart budgeting, and data driven decision-making. You'll work closely with Principals and senior leaders, acting as a trusted advisor and helping drive efficiencies across our schools. If you're an analytical, confident finance professional with strong stakeholder skills, we'd love to hear from you. MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY Your responsibilities will include: Financial Analysis & Reporting In-depth Financial Analysis Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to assess business performance against targets and trends. Perform analysis to guide strategic decisions. Analyse margin performance, cost drivers, and overheads, recommending opportunities for efficiency and savings. Produce and review monthly balance sheet reconciliations to ensure accuracy and reliability of reports submitted to stakeholders Reporting & Commentary Prepare accurate and insightful financial reports including dashboards, variance reports, and commentary for business reviews. Translate raw financial data into actionable insights tailored to specific audiences (e.g. operations managers, Principals, department budget holders). Identify data anomalies and validate results by reconciling figures with source systems. Business Partnering Stakeholder Collaboration Act as a financial advisor to various departments/Schools, supporting them in managing budgets, understanding performance, and planning. Build trusting relationships with stakeholders by being approachable, knowledgeable, and supportive. Decision Support Provide financial modelling to support business cases, changes in trends, and contract negotiations. Assist managers in interpreting financial outcomes and guide them on how to improve profitability and efficiency. Risk Management & Compliance Regulatory & Policy Compliance Ensure adherence to relevant UK financial regulations, such as HMRC requirements, Companies Act, and internal financial controls. Monitor adherence to internal financial procedures, policies, and delegated authorities. For a full list of responsibilities, please download the Job Pack. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR We would like to hear from you if you have: A Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related discipline. Part-qualified or fully qualified accountant (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, ACA) Commitment to ongoing professional development to remain current with UK financial regulations and best practices. A minimum of 3-5 years' experience in a finance role, ideally with exposure to financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting. Experience in a commercial or multi-site operational environment is advantageous. Demonstrable experience working with financial systems such as Oracle, SAP, or equivalent ERP solutions for financial reporting and analysis. For a full job specification, please download the Job Pack. APPLYING FOR THIS POSITION If you would like to discuss the opportunity further, or if you have any questions, please contact us via email to arrange a conversation. Before applying please ensure you download the job pack from our careers website, this will help with completing your application. Please note that we only accept applications submitted online before the closing date. When applying, you will have the option to import your CV or use a LinkedIn profile which will auto populate the online application. A reminder to check your junk mail for our email communications and add us to your safe senders list to ensure all future email communication is received. OUR VISION & VALUES Our vision, from the start, has been to provide the structure and services needed for our schools to amount to more than the sum of their parts, and to free-up our teachers and leaders to focus on one thing and one thing only: the outstanding education of all their pupils. Our young people and communities are at the heart of everything we do. Our core mission has always been to close the educational gap between young people from disadvantaged backgrounds and their peers. Our ambition is one where every child in London, no matter their background, has equal access to high quality education, giving them the same opportunities and potential to succeed. We know there are many challenges facing our young people and the communities we serve, and that's why we need determined people like you to help us tackle those inequalities. Whilst each of our academies has their own unique cultures and values; as a whole Federation, we have four core values which are central to successfully achieving our vision: Excellence, Collaboration, Support, and Innovation. We are proud of our values because they guide us in how we work allowing us to achieve the best possible outcomes for our young people, communities, and colleagues. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Safeguarding Notice The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All offers of employment are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, references, an online search, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed. Equal Opportunities The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value the diversity of our staff and students, and everyone at the Harris Federation is equally valued and respected. We aim to be an inclusive employer that reflects the communities we serve. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment. WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU Harris has a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning at its centre. We invest in our staff with support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of top-quality training programmes delivered at every level. You will also have access to a variety of benefits, support programmes and initiatives including: Excellent opportunities for continuous professional development and career progression Annual performance and loyalty bonus Pension scheme (Teachers' Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme) with generous employer contribution 26 days' annual leave (inclusive of our Christmas Eve closure day) plus bank holidays, rising to 27 days after 2 years' service, or equivalent for staff on term time contracts Harris Wellbeing Cash Plan including cover for routine and specialist healthcare Employee Assistance Programme for free and confidential advice Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme Wide range of shopping, leisure, and travel discounts 20% off at Tapi Carpets, exclusive to Harris employees Interest-free ICT and season ticket loans For most non-teaching staff based at our Head Office in East Croydon, we also offer lifestyle friendly working arrangements including flexible start and end times, and hybrid working with two days from home and three days on site.

At OKRE we're entering an exciting new phase of growth, and this new Finance Manager role offers the chance to shape the organisation's foundations and culture as we expand. This role is designed to complement the back-office accounting support we receive from our external accountants, with whom you will be in close collaboration. Reporting to the Head of Operations, you'll be the organisation's main internal point of contact for all finance queries. You'll ensure day-to-day processes run smoothly, build, formalise and strengthen systems, and provide reliable financial information for planning and decision making across the organisation. As we develop our financial systems and strengthen our internal processes, this role will be central to shaping how finance operates across OKRE. You'll help build clear, practical frameworks for financial management, support the annual planning cycle, and ensure we have the right controls, tools, and partnerships in place as we grow. From improving day to day processes to guiding the development of key policies, you'll play a foundational role in ensuring OKRE's financial operations are robust, compliant and ready for the next stage of our development. You can find the full job description on our website including: Key responsibilities, requirements & how to apply.

1729 Maths School is the UK's first specialist maths school for students aged 11-18, offering co-educational day and boarding provision. Located within the stunning Mill Hill School campus in North London, 1729 will offer an outstanding and rigorous maths-based education to pupils irrespective of family income, complemented by a broad curriculum and an extensive co-curricular programme. The first cohort of pupils will join in September 2026, starting with Years 7 and 9, building to full capacity of 150-180 pupils in coming years. 1729 Maths School offers a rare professional opportunity: the chance to build a pioneering institution for exceptional young mathematicians. 1729 is led by its Founding Head, Nick Hamshaw, and is governed as part of Mill Hill Education Group, working in close partnership with Belmont Prep and Mill Hill. 1729 combines the energy of a new venture with the security and support of an established educational group. The Head of Operations will act as the Head's principal strategic partner - ensuring that the operational, financial, and marketing elements of the new school are expertly planned and delivered. They will lead all non-academic functions that underpin the success of 1729, including marketing, admissions and outreach, together with key supporting functions including finance, estates, HR and IT. The Head of Operations will work in close collaboration with senior functional leads across the Mill Hill Education Group and will benefit from the support and expertise of the wider Group. Candidates will evidence success at developing high-quality operational processes in complex organisations through a collaborative and enabling style. A strong skill set, including operational delivery, strategic planning and execution and finance, is required. The role requires ambition, rigour, energy and resilience complemented by exceptional interpersonal abilities and a keen eye for detail. Prior experience in the education sector is not a prerequisite, and applications are encouraged from candidates from a diverse range of professional backgrounds. The successful candidate must, however, demonstrate empathy with independent education and a commitment to the school and wider Group's values and ethos. A highly attractive remuneration package will be available for the successful candidate. Interested candidates are invited to contact RSAcademics to arrange an informal and confidential discussion about the role: Nina Lambert: For more information about the role and details of how to apply, please visit Closing date: 10.00am on Tuesday 7 April 2026. 1729 Maths School is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. The safeguarding responsibilities of the role are indicated in the candidate information brochure. RSAcademics is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and to promoting diversity and inclusion in schools.

MARKETING PLANNING MANAGER - PAID MEDIA Salary: £38,000 - £42,000 per annum Reports to: Senior Marketing Strategy & Planning Manager (Paid Media) Department: Marketing, Fundraising & Engagement Contract: 12 month fixed-term contract Hours: 35 hours per week (we are open to compressed hours or four days part-time) Location: Stratford, London w/ high-flex (1 - 2 days per week in the office) Closing date: Sunday 15 March 2025, 23:55 How do I apply? We operate an anonymised shortlisting process in our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. CVs are required for all applications; but we won't be able to view them until we invite you for an interview. Instead, we ask you to complete the work history section and application questions of the online application form for us to be able to assess you quickly, fairly and objectively. Please note: You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy. Cancer Research UK is not able to offer visa sponsorship. At Cancer Research UK, we exist to beat cancer. We are professionals with purpose, beating cancer every day. But we need to go much further and much faster. That's why we're looking for someone talented, someone who shares our vision, someone like you. We have an exciting opportunity for a highly organised marketeer to join Cancer Research UK's Marketing Planning Team to play a key role in supporting our audience-led marketing strategy and planning function. Using your integrated marketing expertise, you will take a centralised view across our marketing, audiences, channels, and performance to ensure all activity is insight led, balanced, well-timed and has maximum impact. This is your chance to support the delivery of high profile and impactful campaigns, helping to bring everyone closer to our purpose, transforming Cancer Research UK into an influential and impactful force in society, inspiring audiences to help us beat cancer. You will act as a central point to consult closely with marketing agencies and internal stakeholders on campaigns and activity to ensure optimal strategic alignment and fully integrated planning. You will also support the annual marketing planning process in setting overarching marketing objectives, key performance indicators, forecasts, and budgets, translating these into an all-channel strategic brief for the cross-portfolio marketing plan, alongside campaign briefs. To be successful you must have a strong understanding of fully integrated end-to-end marketing campaigns, with particular preference for ATL media channels, and enjoy working with a range of stakeholders across a wide variety of projects. What will I be doing? Supporting the annual marketing planning process in setting overarching marketing objectives, key Performance Indicators, monitoring forecasts and budgets; translating these into an all-channel cross-portfolio marketing plan Consulting with agencies and internal teams on paid marketing campaigns and activity to ensure optimal strategic alignment and fully integrated campaign planning across, audiences, channels and products Working closely with the Commercial and Operations function to support the end-to-end marketing workflow including and managing key stakeholder and agency/supplier relationships Working closely with the Marketing performance team and wider marketing teams to gather actionable insight and learnings from past campaigns Analysing campaign results, evaluating performance against targets while spotting opportunities to optimise activity, innovate and increase efficiency Taking a future-facing view of marketing trends and developments as well as competitor activity, the consumer landscape and data insight to ensure Cancer Research UK's marketing and communications stay ahead of the curve and are data and insight driven. What skills are we looking for? Strong understanding of paid media channels (AV, OOH, Digital), with a strong focus on ATL -particularly TV- supported by 5+ years of integrated campaign planning experience, ideally gained within a media agency or household brand client side environment. Excellent project management and communication skills with experience of managing and improving highly complex priority workstreams involving multiple teams and stakeholders. Comfortable with working within a highly matrixed structure and partnering with cross functional teams (marketing, performance, analytics, external agencies & finance) Media planning expertise and experience delivering multi-channel marketing campaigns across a broad portfolio with media budgets £10m+. Experience of leading communications to manage and motivate suppliers and agencies to drive maximum value from relationships. Relevant experience of building positive working relationships and influencing others and working effectively as part of a matrix team. Commercially aware with budget management experience. Awareness of direct marketing channels and their role in the end-to-end marketing journey. What will I gain? Each and every one of our employees contributes to our progress and is supporting our work to beat cancer. We think that's impressive. In return, we make sure you are supported by a generous benefits package, a wide range of career and personal development opportunities and high-quality tools, policies and processes to enable you to do your job well. Our benefits package includes a substantial retirement plan, a generous and flexible leave allowance, discounts on anything from travel to technology, gym membership, and much more. We don't forget people have lives outside of work too and so we actively encourage a flexible working culture. Our work - from funding cutting-edge research to developing public policy - will change the world. It's exciting to be part of our team. For more information on this career opportunity, please visit our website or contact us. For more updates on our work and careers, follow us on: Linked In, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.

Role: Head of Finance Location: Bingham Salary: £45-50kWe are seeking a commercially astute and hands-on Head of Finance to lead and oversee the financial operations of the business. This is a key leadership role reporting directly to the CEO and COO, with responsibility for delivering robust financial management, strategic insight, and operational control.This position offers a clear progression pathway to Financial Director for the right candidate.Key Responsibilities of the Head of Finance:Strategic & Commercial Leadership; Act as the financial lead for the organisation, advising the CEO and COO on financial strategy. Support business growth through robust financial planning and analysis. Provide commercial insight to inform key operational and investment decisions. Contribute to board-level reporting and strategic discussions.Financial Control & Reporting; Lead the preparation of monthly management accounts. Oversee annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes. Manage cash flow, working capital, and financial risk. Ensure compliance with statutory reporting, tax, and regulatory requirements. Maintain and enhance financial controls, systems, and processes.Operational Oversight; Oversee day-to-day finance operations, including payroll and VAT. Manage relationships with external auditors, accountants, and banking partners. Identify efficiencies and implement continuous improvement across finance processes.Person Specification for Head of Finance: Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent). Demonstrable experience in a senior finance role (Finance Manager, Financial Controller or similar). Strong commercial acumen and strategic thinking capability. Experience in budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting. Proven ability to operate both strategically and operationally.Desirable; Experience in a growing SME environment. Experience leading or developing a small finance team.If you feel the above Head of Finance specification matches your professional background, click apply.