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Vacancy: Full time (40hrs/week, Monday -Friday), permanent Work Style: Hybrid (home working + site visits + client meetings) Location: Ideally Central Belt/ M40 / M25 Corridor Johnson Controls is a global leader in HVAC, industrial refrigeration and building efficiency solutions. Our UK&I team delivers engineered cooling and HVAC solutions across commercial, industrial and data centre environments click apply for full job details

What You Will Do Johnson Controls is a global leader in building technologies, delivering HVAC, industrial refrigeration, controls and security solutions to more than one million customers. Our HVAC&R team provides innovative project delivery and maintenance services across wide range of industries. We are recruiting a Project Manager to lead site-based activity across the UK click apply for full job details

For over 120 years, Johnson Controls fire suppression has acquired a wealth of expertise and experience in every type of fire protection, safety systems and control solutions for every market sector imaginable. As an organization, we pride ourselves on our ability to provide not just one, but many solutions, each with their own remarkable features and benefits to meet the varying needs of our cust click apply for full job details

Interim Senior Bookkeeper - South Warwickshire Minimum 5-month contract Salary dependent on experience Knowledge of Xero essential We're recruiting for an experienced, hands-on Finance Manager to join an extremely busy, niche business on an initial minimum 5-month contract. This is not a strategic, hands-off role. The successful candidate will be comfortable getting stuck into the detail, taking full ownership of the day-to-day finance function and operating confidently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment. The role You will be responsible for the delivery of accurate and timely financial information, including management accounts up to trial balance, across the main business and its subsidiary entities. Working closely with the Managing Director, you'll help maintain control, improve processes and keep finance running smoothly during a particularly busy period. Key responsibilities Preparation of management accounts to trial balance, including subsidiary accounts Month-end close, journals, accruals and prepayments P&L ownership and balance sheet control Bank reconciliations, credit control and supplier payment runs Processing and reconciliation of company credit cards Supporting audit activity and maintaining robust financial controls Resolving customer and supplier queries Creating and improving hands-on finance processes Ad-hoc projects in line with business needs About you Proven experience in a hands-on Finance Manager or similar senior role within an SME environment Comfortable working in a busy, operationally demanding environment Strong working knowledge of multi-entity / subsidiary accounts Happy to roll your sleeves up and get involved in day-to-day finance tasks Available for a minimum 5-month contract, with flexibility to extend This role will suit someone who enjoys being close to the numbers, thrives under pressure and takes pride in keeping finance functions running efficiently in a niche, fast-moving business. Salary: Dependent on experienceContract length: Minimum 5 months, with potential for extension or permanent role

Conwy County Borough Council is looking for a skilled and motivated Environment Manager to help deliver high quality countryside, biodiversity, and public greenspace services across the county. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys leading teams, improving services, and making a visible difference to local places and communities. Working within our Environment, Roads and Facilities service, you'll oversee day to day operations, support the delivery of key projects, and help ensure our outdoor spaces are safe, attractive and sustainably managed. What You'll Do: Manage and coordinate daily operations across open spaces, countryside sites, biodiversity work and green infrastructure projects. Support the development and delivery of service plans and operational programmes. Motivate and develop multi disciplinary teams, promoting a positive and safe working culture. Manage budgets and ensure good financial controls are in place. Use data, digital tools and asset management systems to support continuous improvement. Work collaboratively with colleagues, communities and partner organisations. Respond to enquiries, complaints and service issues in a timely and professional manner. Take part in the Out of Hours Duty Officer rota, including winter service decision making. What You'll Bring: Degree level qualification or relevant experience Strong operational management experience Knowledge of biodiversity, countryside, trees or greenspace management Good understanding of health & safety and risk management Strong communication skills Experience managing budgets and supporting service improvement A calm, organised and adaptable approach Ability to travel around the county and work flexibly, including some out of hours duties Welsh language skills are desirable and support is available to help you learn. Why Work With Us? Opportunity to positively impact communities and local environments Supportive team culture Hybrid working options (Coed Pella / Hybrid) Professional development opportunities A varied, meaningful role with plenty of scope to make improvements Ready to Join Us? If you're enthusiastic about improving outdoor environments and enjoy leading people and services, this role offers the chance to make a genuine difference. Apply now and help us keep Conwy green, welcoming and resilient for the future. This role offers flexible working options for a work life balance. This can include adjusting your working day and hybrid working, ie a balance of office and home working. Mae Cyngor Bwrdeistref Sirol Conwy yn chwilio am Reolwr yr Amgylchedd medrus a brwdfrydig i gynorthwyo â darparu gwasanaethau cefn gwlad, bioamrywiaeth a mannau gwyrdd o ansawdd uchel ar draws y sir. Mae hwn yn gyfle cyffrous i rywun sy'n mwynhau arwain timau, gwella gwasanaethau, a gwneud gwahaniaeth gweledol i leoedd a chymunedau lleol. Gan weithio gyda Gwasanaeth yr Amgylchedd, Ffyrdd a Chyfleusterau, byddwch yn goruchwylio gweithrediadau o ddydd i ddydd, cefnogi darpariaeth prosiectau allweddol, a helpu i sicrhau bod ein mannau awyr agored yn ddiogel, yn ddeniadol ac yn cael eu rheoli mewn ffordd gynaliadwy. Yr hyn y byddwch chi'n ei wneud: • Rheoli a chydlynu gweithrediadau o ddydd i ddydd ar draws fannau agored, safleoedd cefn gwlad, gwaith bioamrywiaeth a phrosiectau isadeiledd gwyrdd. • Cefnogi datblygiad a darpariaeth cynlluniau gwasanaeth a rhaglenni gweithredol. • Ysgogi a datblygu timau aml-ddisgyblaethol, gan hyrwyddo diwylliant gweithio cadarnhaol a diogel. • Rheoli cyllidebau a sicrhau bod rheolyddion ariannol da ar waith. • Defnyddio data, adnoddau digidol a systemau rheoli asedau i gefnogi gwelliant parhaus. • Cydweithio gyda chydweithwyr, cymunedau a sefydliadau partner. • Ymateb i ymholiadau, cwynion a materion gwasanaeth mewn modd amsero a phroffesiynol. • Cymryd rhan yn y rota swyddog ar ddyletswydd y tu allan i oriau, yn cynnwys penderfyniadau gwasanaeth y gaeaf. Yr hyn y byddwch chi'n ei gynnig: • Cymhwyster lefel gradd neu brofiad perthnasol. • Profiad cryf o reoli gweithredol. • Gwybodaeth am reoli bioamrywiaeth, cefn gwlad, coed neu fannau gwyrdd. • Dealltwriaeth dda o iechyd a diogelwch a rheoli risg. • Sgiliau cyfathrebu cryf. • Profiad o reoli cyllidebau a chefnogi gwelliannau gwasanaeth. • Agwedd bwyllog, drefnus a hyblyg. • Gallu teithio o amgylch y sir a gweithio'n hyblyg, yn cynnwys rhai dyletswyddau y tu allan i oriau. Mae sgiliau iaith Gymraeg yn ddymunol ac mae cefnogaeth ar gael i'ch helpu i ddysgu. Pam dylech weithio gyda ni? • Cyfle i gael effaith gadarnhaol ar gymunedau ac amgylcheddau lleol. • Diwylliant tîm cefnogol. • Dewisiadau gweithio hybrid (Coed Pella / Hybrid). • Cyfleoedd i ddatblygu'n broffesiynol. • Rôl amrywiol ac ystyrlon gyda digon o gwmpas i wneud gwelliannau. Barod i ymuno gyda ni? Os ydych chi'n frwdfrydig am wella amgylcheddau awyr agored ac yn mwynhau arwain pobl a gwasanaethau, mae'r rôl hon yn cynnig cyfle i wneud gwahaniaeth go iawn. Ymgeisiwch rŵan a'n helpu ni i gadw Conwy'n wyrdd, yn groesawgar ac yn wydn ar gyfer y dyfodol. Mae'r rôl hon yn cynnig opsiynau gweithio hyblyg ar gyfer cydbwysedd bywyd a gwaith. Gall hyn gynnwys addasu eich diwrnod gwaith a gweithio hybrid, hy cydbwysedd rhwng gweithio yn y swyddfa a gweithio gartref.

Johnson Controls are looking for an experienced BMS Project Delivery Manager to lead the delivery of a major £8m+ BMS and Controls programme on a large, secure site. Youll manage day-to-day delivery onsite, working closely with a Senior Project Manager, engineering teams, and the customer to ensure safe, high-quality and commercially successful outcomes click apply for full job details

A fast-growing and forward-thinking accountancy practice based in Sittingbourne is searching for an Audit Semi Senior or Senior to join their firm, as a key addition with increasing responsibility and career development on offer, as part of this successful team.Our client is a highly regarded accountancy practice that has developed a strong reputation servicing a wide-ranging client base of education academies, charities, sole traders, partnerships and limited company, OMB and SME clients, very varied in sectors and turnovers up to £100m. The Directors within this successful team are looking for an experienced Audit Senior to complement their audit offering to their clients. You will be exposed to a range of corporate and not-for-profit clients. Responsible for delivering audits and accounts, office and client premises-based Supervise on on-site audit team Responsible for group audits and accounts preparation including consolidations and cash flow statements. Preparation of financial forecast models, business plans, reporting on internal controls, financial due diligence and other ad hoc projects will also be required from time to time. Supervising semi seniors & support staff; liaising with internal/external Managers and Partners Requirements The successfully appointed individual will be a qualified or qualified by experience (ACCA/ACA) practice accountant and possess a wide range of audit and accounts experience with particular emphasis on audit expertise and preparation of statutory financial statements. Benefits £45,000 - £55,000 dependent on experience and background, negotiable. A highly competitive benefits package is also on offer. Parking Please apply for the vacancy or contact Tristan Finch for a confidential conversation.

Infrastructure Manager, EUC Manager, Head of IT, Head of Digital Workplace, remote Our client, am industry leading organisation, is looking to hire an EUC/Digital Workplace manager of manage a team of 15 at their Swindon offices (remote working an option with occasional travel to Swindon). The successful candidate will provide technical and visionary leadership to shape our clients EUC/Digital Workplace strategy. You will also act as a senior change leader within Technology Services, influencing decision-making across the business, including partners, to ensure Digital Workplace initiatives contribute directly to strategic organisational outcomes. Suitable applicants will have experience managing similar size EUC teams in a Microsoft environment e.g. SharePoint Teams, MS-Teams, O365. Engagement via umbrella company only; all taxes & NI deducted at source.Remote working - occasional travel to site in Swindon. Examples of accountability: - Setting the long-term vision and multiyear strategy for the Digital Workplace Leading strategic engagement to influence how digital tools shape future ways of working Acting as a senior advisor to leadership on modern workplace trend and digital employee experience strategy Driving enterprise level adoption and behaviour change to embed Digital Workplace capabilities Providing inspirational leadership, developing a high-performing, outcomes focused Digital Workplace organisation that role models modern ways of working Ensuring alignment with the security and architecture teams with respect to implementation of security controls. Skills and experience required: - Strong understanding of digital workplace technologies and enterprise collaboration platforms. Experience in service design and release management. Experience of delivering & leading a technology orientated function Project management skills with the ability to produce compelling business cases. Experience working with senior stakeholders with the capability to communicate tech. terminology to non-IT literate business partners. Experience of budget management, ideally circa £3m and above. Working knowledge of ITIL Working with strategic delivery partners to drive value and performance with respect delivery of enabling technology related services Proven procurement and commercial skills. Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

Key Responsibilities: Develop and co-ordinate a programme of fire-safety and building-safety driven projects derived from FRA actions, safety case requirements, Building Safety Regulator expectations, and investment needs. Plan and ensure consistent management of multiple fire safety projects, ensuring delivery against scope, timelines, budgets and quality standards. Implement project controls, milestone tracking, risk logs, progress reporting, financial monitoring, and audit readiness. Coordinate internal technical teams, contractors and consultants to ensure effective, compliant delivery. At Citizen, we are committed to meeting the government's post-Grenfell requirements, as set out in PAS 8673-2. In particular, we are focused on ensuring the appropriate technical competencies relating to the key duty holder, approved person, and responsible person roles. Qualification Expectations (Technical Baseline): While there is no single mandatory qualification, PAS 8673-2 expects access to individuals with relevant professional and technical expertise. Typically, this would include one or more of the following (or equivalent): Chartered status or professional membership (e.g. RICS, CIOB, IFE, IOSH, IIRSM) A degree or Level 6+ qualification in: Building / Construction Fire Engineering Building Safety Facilities / Asset Management Formal Building Safety or Fire Safety qualifications (Level 5-7)

We are delighted to be working in partnership with our client a leading global organisation with offices across EMEA and HQ in USA. Our client is looking for an ambitious, forward-thinking Finance Manager to join the European Team. The role is based on our client's site and is supporting the Financial Controller to ensure compliance in all financial systems and help drive financial reporting and control across multiple UK legal entities. with oversight of entities in Europe. Responsibilities Month end corporate reporting within strict deadlines for UK entities Accounts payable, banking, receivables GL accounting daily tasks Support month end closing of ledgers of entities not supported by EMEA SSC Support statutory accounts preparation in accordance with accounting standards Preparation of monthly business forecasts and providing variance analysis actual v budget v forecast VAT return preparation and submission to HMRC Development and continuous improvement of internal financial controls Oversee and monitor compliance across IRFS and UK/US Gaap Point of contact for technical accounting matters with up-to-date knowledge of new accounting standards (US GAAP) Support the Financial Controller with ad hoc reporting and projects Consult with EMEA Regional finance teams, Global Finance, Tax, Treasury and External Auditors The desire to drive change and make improvements across the estates processes, procedures, and systems Qualifications Ideally a Qualified/Finalist Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with industry experience as a Financial Accountant/FINANCE MANAGER Required Skills Strong accounting knowledge including statutory and consolidated reporting (US GAAP an advantage) A keen eye for detail coupled with strong analytical skills A confident communicator able to liaise at all levels Excel skills and experience of an ERP System Strong technical accounting skills on entity and divisional level IFRS or US-GAAP Equal Opportunity Statement Our client is committed to diversity and inclusivity.

UK Plant Financial Controller Burton Upon Trent Full Time, Permanent £ Negotiable + Bonus SF Recruitment are partnering with an established UK manufacturing business is looking for a commercially minded finance professional to take ownership of financial control and reporting across two UK sites. Reporting into the UK Finance Director this role is critical in driving profitability, cost efficiency, and operational excellence. You'll work closely with Operations and Manufacturing leaders, acting as a true business partner and providing clear, actionable financial insight. Strong experience within Manufacturing, Multi-site & Cost Accounting is essential. As the Financial Controller you will: - Full ownership of P&L and balance sheet for two UK manufacturing sites - Delivery of accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting (UK GAAP / IFRS) - Lead site budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis - Control and track capital expenditure from project approval through to asset creation - Actively manage and improve working capital (inventory, receivables, payables) - Lead manufacturing cost accounting and performance analysis - Analyse production variances, labour efficiency, material usage, and overhead absorption - Build and maintain operational dashboards (productivity, hours, efficiency) - Support cost reduction and continuous improvement initiatives - Trusted advisor to Plant Managers and Operations teams - Support capital investment decisions, capacity planning, and efficiency projects - Provide insight into pricing, margins, and supply chain optimisation - Ensure strong internal controls and audit readiness - Maintain compliance with UK statutory and tax requirements - Drive consistency and standardisation across sites About You - Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent) - 5+ years post-qualification experience in manufacturing or plant finance - Strong background in cost accounting and inventory management - Confident communicator, able to challenge and influence operational leaders - Advanced Excel skills and ERP experience (JD Edwards ideal) - Experience in multi-site environments; import/export exposure a plus - Familiarity with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement This is a site-based role with ad-hoc travel between two UK locations, so a full driving licence is essential.

This is a hands-on role suited to someone who is keen to go beyond traditional finance responsibilities, contribute to business performance, and identify opportunities for improvement and cost savings. Client Details Long established, growing, privatley owned Retail business based East of Nottingham Description Prepare and manage accurate financial statements and reports. Ensure compliance with all regulatory and statutory requirements. Oversee month-end and year-end close processes. Analyse financial data to support strategic business decisions. Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives across the business. Implement and maintain robust financial controls and processes. Support budgeting and forecasting activities. Manage cashflow, forecasting, and working capital. Monitor project financials, including cost control, margin analysis, and risk management. Provide guidance and support to junior finance team members. Continuously review and improve financial processes and procedures. Profile Qualified accountant with team management experience, a natural problem solver with a commercial outlook and appetite for process improvement Job Offer £60-65k plus benefits, great working environment and THE opportunity to have a real voice in a growing SME

KC Group are working with a successful and growing SME business seeking a proactive and hands-on Finance Manager to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified or finalist accountant looking to take ownership of a broad finance function within a dynamic and fast-paced environment. The Role: Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day management of the finance function, including: Preparation of monthly management accounts and group consolidation Budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning Variance analysis and commentary for senior leadership Ownership of balance sheet reconciliations and month-end close process Managing and developing a Assistant Accountant Supporting the FC with board reporting and strategic finance projects Continuous improvement of finance processes and controls About You: ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified or finalist Experienced in management accounts and month-end processes Comfortable with budgeting and forecasting in a commercial environment Strong in Excel and financial systems A confident communicator with the ability to partner non-finance stakeholders Previous experience supervising or mentoring junior team members What's on Offer £55,000 basic salary (DOE) Bonus scheme Benefits package Onsite working within a supportive and collaborative SME environment Genuine opportunity to add value and progress within the business

A superb Finance Manager position has arisen in a fascinating Consumer business based near Uxbridge. Client Details Michael Page Finance are delighted to be partnering a UK-based consumer goods company focused on developing and growing distinctive, high-quality brands in the personal care and beauty markets. Its portfolio includes household names that are all leading products in their respective categories with some holding top spot! The business is recognised for its emphasis on product innovation, sustainability, and ethical sourcing, alongside agile marketing and retail partnerships that allow its brands to remain relevant in competitive categories. Through a mix of organic growth and strategic acquisitions, the company aims to build long-term brand equity while responding to evolving consumer expectations around performance, well-being, and environmental responsibility. The business turnover circa £60million and are in a period of growth following new product go-to-market and developing new regions. As part of the growth they are looking to recruit a newly created Finance Manager position Description The Finance Manager will be responsible for: Lead and mentor and develop junior members of staff. The day to day running of the finance team. Preparation and delivery of the monthly management accounts, including balance sheet reconciliation Assist with budget and forecasting Provide variance analysis with insightful commentary Year end audit Cashflow forecasting Quarterly and monthly VAT returns Quarterly and monthly reporting Partner key stakeholders Drive a culture of continuous improvement Develop internal controls and maintain compliance Support ad-hoc financial analysis and strategic projects as required. Profile A successful Finance Manager should have: A professional accountancy qualification (ACA/CIMA/ACCA) Demonstrable experience within the Consumer/Wholesale/FMCG or related sectors Demonstrable experience leading teams Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data. Proficiency in financial software and tools. Knowledge of financial regulations and compliance requirements. Excellent leadership and communication skills. Job Offer The Finance Manager position comes with a competitive base salary circa £75,000 (depending on experience), 10% discretionary performance related bonus and other corporate benefits. Hybrid Working - 2 days in office per week

Sellick Partnership is recruiting a Senior Finance Manager for a leading retail brand in Lancashire, going through an extensive period of growth and transformation.The Senior Finance Manager will take ownership or identifying areas of improvement, designing and implementing change to ensure the finance function is fit for purpose from a systems, controls, data and process perspective during the next stage of transformation.Senior Finance Manager Deliver continuous improvement programmes across multiple divisions Partner key stakeholders across multiple locations UK & International to drive change Implement new systems Assist with the integration of acquisitions Drive improvements in data to ensure decisions are data driven and accurate in real time This Senior Finance Managers position requires someone from a qualified background (CIMA, ACCA, ACA) with a solutions led mindset, who can identify organisational needs and build and deliver projects to enhance operational and commercial delivery.This opportunity will provide a great environment to take ownership, develop knowledge and provide career progression.£68,000 + Benefits (Hybrid 3 & 2)If you are currently looking for an opportunity which provides ownership, high levels of visibility with an organisation on the next phase of transformation then please get in touch with John Thistlethwaite at Sellick PartnershipSellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. We can adapt our processes to accommodate everybody, so please let us know how we can help improve your recruitment experience. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide based on the specific skills set out in the advert. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who can demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. Our Consultants assess based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion due to the CV not matching the skill set required. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice which can be found in the footer on our website. Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.

Merseyside (Hybrid) £60k - £70K + Benefits CIMA/ACCA/ACA Do you enjoy partnering with factory teams, challenging the numbers, and driving improvements that actually make a difference?If so - this one's for you. The Role We're recruiting on behalf of a multisite organisation seeking a high-impact Finance Business Partner/ Manufacturing Accountant to support its operational and manufacturing teams. This is a hands-on role where you'll sit at the heart of performance, applying real commercial thinking to real-world operations. What You'll Be Doing Owning the monthly management accounts for allocated operational areas. Producing accruals, prepayments, provisions and key month-end journals. Delivering variance analysis with clear, actionable insight for non-finance managers. Partnering with operations to challenge spend, identify efficiencies, and support performance. Reviewing and reporting on overhead cost centres . Supporting capital projects , including asset creation, monitoring, and depreciation. Ensuring accurate balance sheet reconciliations and adherence to internal controls. Helping shape budgets and forecasts across operational teams. Driving process improvement , speeding up reporting cycles and enhancing data quality. Qualified (CIMA/ACCA/ACA or equivalent). Manufacturing experience essential. Strong analytical skills and advanced Excel. Confident working with large data sets and operational stakeholders. Comfortable getting out from behind the desk and into the business. Proactive, energetic, and resilient - able to influence at all levels. Interested? If you're a manufacturing accountant who wants to step beyond reporting and become a true Finance Business Partner , we'd love to hear from you. This role has scope to grow in to Financial Controller quickly. Apply here today!

Finance & Operations Manager An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Finance & Operations Manager to play a pivotal role at the heart of the Investor Forum, a leading professional not-for-profit organisation with a small, collaborative team of 9 full-time and part-time employees. This hands-on position offers the chance to lead financial management, budgeting, governance and business operations, working closely with senior leadership to drive organisational success. If you've also worked in the following roles, we'd also like to hear from you: Senior Finance Manager, Financial Controller, Finance Manager & HR Lead, Business Operations Manager SALARY: £50,000 - £60,000 Base Salary + 15% allowance to purchase flexible benefits such as pensions, health and life insurance or to take as cash + Discretionary Bonus + 30 Days Annual Leave plus 8 Days Bank Holiday LOCATION: Hybrid /Central London (NW1) (3 Days per Week from the Office; Tues to Thurs, 2 Days Working from Home; Monday and Friday) JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent WORKING HOURS: 37.5 Hours per Week, Monday to Friday APPLICATION PROCESS: Please send your CV detailing your relevant experience along with a Covering Letter explaining your interest in the role. JOB OVERVIEW We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Finance & Operations Manager to join the Investor Forum, a respected professional not-for-profit organisation operating at the forefront of investor stewardship and financial services. As a Finance & Operations Manager you will take ownership of financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting and audit, alongside overseeing governance, compliance and operational delivery across the organisation. The Finance & Operations Manager will work closely with the Chief Executive Officer and senior stakeholders, supporting strategic decision-making through financial modelling, risk management and effective business operations. This role would suit a proactive Finance & Operations Manager with strong organisational skills, excellent attention to detail and experience using finance systems such as Xero within a professional environment. ABOUT US Established in 2014, the Investor Forum is a not for profit, membership organisation at the forefront of investor stewardship practice in the UK, with a team of 9 full-time and part-time employees. We work with 50+ investment firms across projects, events and engagements, and collaborate with a broad range of stakeholders in the financial services industry. DUTIES Your duties as the Finance & Operations Manager include: Financial Reporting and Analysis: Prepare budgets, cashflow forecasts and financial models Accounts And Audit Management: Oversee year-end accounts and coordinate the audit process Accounts Payable and Receivable: Manage purchase and sales invoices and reconciliations Finance Systems Management: Maintain Xero, including VAT, bank and credit card reconciliations Supplier and Vendor Management: Manage third-party providers including IT, HR and professional services Reporting and oversight: Prepare reports, agendas and minutes for board operating committee meetings Operational Management: Ensure smooth day-to-day running of office and business operations Risk and Compliance: Maintain risk register, internal controls and business continuity processes HR Administration: Oversee payroll, policies, recruitment and employee lifecycle activities Insurance and Policy Management: Maintain organisational insurance and policy frameworks CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS ESSENTIAL Previous experience in a finance manager, financial controller or similar finance and operations role Strong financial management skills including budgeting, forecasting, cashflow and financial reporting Experience with accounting software such as Xero and strong Microsoft Excel skills Excellent organisational and planning skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities Strong communication skills with high attention to detail Proven ability to work independently and within a small team environment Experience supporting audits, compliance and governance processes Strong stakeholder and supplier management skills DESIRABLE Bookkeeping or accounting qualification Experience within a not-for-profit, membership or SME environment Interest in financial services, capital markets or investor relations NO AGENCIES PLEASE HOW TO APPLY To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV and Covering Letter to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. JOB REF: AWDO-P14621 This job is being advertised by AWD online on behalf of The Investor Forum AWD-IN-SPJ

Eden Brown Synergy are working with an infrastructure, construction and railway transportation organisation who are looking for an experienced Senior Cost Manager on a permanent basis. The role is full time, to start ASAP and paying up to £77,028 per annum (there is also a 20% uplift on the salary for salary top up, pension top up or income protection) so up to £92,433.60 The role is based in Birmingham City Centre and they offer hybrid working of 3 days in the office and 2 days from home. Job purpose This role is responsible for working with the Head of Cost at a Programme and Contract level. This includes supporting the management of budgets, actual costs, forecasts and Earned Value Management (EVM) to support the successful delivery of the completed transport works. Role of Directorate/Department The Programme Management Office (PMO) is responsible for cost management & estimating, risk management, schedule management and integration, performance reporting, tools and systems and project management capability across the organisation and both Phase One and Phase Two. The PMO supports and enables delivery through the provision of specialist resources and services into Phase One and Phase Two Project Controls, and by centrally defining and implementing core project controls processes and standards. Accountabilities To be accountable for leading on the analysis and verification of programme and contract phase level cost performance and ensuring the data accurately reflects the current programme performance for onwards reporting. To be accountable for leading on the validation of cost performance data submitted by delivery teams as part of communicating overall programme performance to Project Controls and Programme Management Office. To be responsible for supporting the Head of Cost in the management of the cost performance team, setting key time and quality targets and providing specialist advice where required. To be responsible for ensuring adherence with cost performance processes and procedures across the respective programme and also, for storing and maintaining data and documents accurately within the corporate systems. To be accountable for communicating key updates to the cost performance team and ensuring they are aligned to current business process and ways of working. To be responsible for working closely with the Areas' to develop a series of defined work-streams to progressively enhance cost performance capabilities within the Phase. To have accountability for leading on the continuous improvement of the Cost Performance function within the Phase One programme and ensure that lessons learnt are captured and presented back to the team and to implement governance processes and review policies in order to ensure they are in line with strategic business objectives. Lead on resolving system technical queries for the delivery teams, including 3rd Party Income Accounts, EVM, Inflation/Deflation Support the Cost alignment with Finance with uWBS implementation, Quarterly forecasts, monthly updates for Indirects and other portfolios Lead on systemising the new business requirements, test and implement them in the cost management and interfacing functions Required criteria Skills: Stakeholder management - ability to manage multiple stakeholders within a matrix environment, including the facilitation of stakeholder meetings and information flow. Able to solve problems with attention to detail. Able to provide clarity, direction and motivation to a team. Communication skills - clear communicator with the ability to deliver clear presentations which engage and influence colleagues and external stakeholders at all levels. Knowledge: Knowledge of Project Controls and Cost processes and how these operate within complex organisations. Knowledge and commercial awareness of multiple construction contract types (including, NEC contracts, amendments, early warning notices and the work flows of communications between contractor and client) and their respective benefits to client organisations. Knowledge of the core Project Controls disciplines, including Schedule Management, Change Management and Risk Management. Knowledge of baseline development and maintenance of baselines on a major programme. Type of experience: Experience in the management of Cost and Performance and project controls within a major project. Experience in the core project controls functions, including baseline maintenance, schedule management, cost performance, change management, risk management, performance reporting and document control. Experience in managing and producing performance reports that summarise cost performance, including: Budgets, Earned Value Management (EVM) and forecasts on major projects. Experience in the management and control of cost management systems (e.g. Contruent, Ecosys, Cobra etc.). Please only apply for this role if you have all the skills, knowledge and experience as mentioned above. Thank you Charlotte Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer. Eden Brown Limited is a limited company registered in England and Wales with registered number . Our registered address is 5th floor 4 Coleman Street, London, EC2R 5AR, part of nGAGE Specialist Recruitment Limited T/A nGAGE Talent. Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail. 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Come and join us as a Senior Financial Accountant to provide essential financial reporting and technical accounting expertise for the Highbourne Group. You will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our group financial statements and supporting our strategic growth.The Role: As our Senior Financial Accounting Manager, you will play a crucial role in overseeing our financial accounting operations across the Highbourne Group ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of our financial records, while adhering to relevant accounting principles and regulations. This is a brilliant opportunity for a Group Financial Accounting Manager to lead a successful financial accounting team in a business that is going through exciting transformation. The Group Financial Accounting Manager must be fully qualified Key Responsibilities Lead the preparation and consolidation of the Group's monthly, half-year, and annual financial statements in accordance with relevant accounting standards.Act as a key point of contact for external auditors, managing the year-end audit process and ensuring all queries are resolved efficiently.Provide expert technical accounting advice to the wider finance team and business stakeholders on complex transactions and new accounting standards.Maintain and improve the group's financial controls framework to ensure the integrity of financial data and compliance with internal policies.Support the Group Financial Controller in ad-hoc projects, including corporate restructures, acquisitions, and treasury management.Liaise with tax and treasury specialists to ensure accurate reporting of group tax positions and funding requirements.You: You are a qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA or equivalent) with a strong background in technical financial accounting, likely gained within a large practice or a complex group environment. You have a sharp eye for detail, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and the ability to explain complex financial concepts to non-finance stakeholders.Skills and competencies Advanced knowledge of IFRS and UK GAAP.Proven experience in group consolidations and statutory reporting.Strong proficiency in Excel and experience with financial consolidation software (e.g., Cognos, OneStream, or similar).Excellent project management skills with the ability to meet tight reporting deadlines.Ability to build strong working relationships across different departments and seniority levels.Whether you are currently a Group Finance Manager, Financial Accounting Manager, or a Senior Management Accountant looking for your next step into a group-wide role, we'd love to hear from you.Us: From boilers to bathroom suites, tubing to towel rails and everything in between, City Plumbing has all the products our customers need to complete the job. And we have all you need to build a successful career! We're proud of our reputation for selling quality plumbing and heating products to both trade and retail customers and we're super excited about our future. We put our colleagues at the heart of all we do, giving them all the tools they need to be successful, happy and feel rewarded in their career with us.Benefits Package and Cultural Environment: BonusDiscounts, savings and cash back at numerous retailersLife assuranceExtended family policy including maternity, paternity, additional annual leave and moreMental Health First Aiders and Employee Assistance Programme, we look out for each otherComplete induction and a company that lets you grow and encourages developmentFinancial education and loansFlexible working optionsA business striving to create an environment of inclusion so everyone can be their true selfAnd more! We're passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that celebrates and values diversity. Bring your whole self to work regardless of age, disability, gender identity or reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. We don't want you to 'fit' our culture, we want you to enrich it. We are committed to best practices in recruitment and undertake Basic Criminal Record Disclosures for candidates that are offered employment within our branches that undertake deliveries for British Gas. This check will only be undertaken after the acceptance of an offer of employment.