FP&A / Commercial Finance Manager Chester & Hybrid c.£60k-£65k Immediate starters / short notice preferred Axon Moore is partnering with a high-growth, privately owned business on an exciting growth journey. You will play a pivotal role within the Finance team, partnering with the Senior Leadership Team to shape decisions and drive growth across the business. This is a high-impact role in a fast-paced environment, requiring strong commercial acumen, excellent analytical capability, and the ability to interpret and present complex financial data with clear commercial insight. The role combines planning and forecasting with in-depth analysis and is ideal for someone who wants to add immediate value and have a real impact on commercial decision-making. Key responsibilities: Lead planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes Design and maintain robust financial models Provide clear commercial insight and reporting to the Senior Leadership Team Own pricing strategy and margin management, working alongside the CFO Ensure alignment between commercial commitments and operational capability Produce weekly revenue and EBITDA forecasts Develop and maintain Power BI reports to support commercial decision-making Key requirements: Strong experience in FP&A / commercial finance roles Understanding of pricing, margin management, and commercial performance Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Advanced Excel skills and confident with financial systems Exposure to Microsoft Dynamics / Business Central and Power BI desirable This is an urgent vacancy with first-stage interviews taking place this week. If this role is of interest and you would like more information, please contact us to arrange a briefing call. Apply via the link below and for more information, please contact Moore
May 03, 2026
Full time
FP&A / Commercial Finance Manager Chester & Hybrid c.£60k-£65k Immediate starters / short notice preferred Axon Moore is partnering with a high-growth, privately owned business on an exciting growth journey. You will play a pivotal role within the Finance team, partnering with the Senior Leadership Team to shape decisions and drive growth across the business. This is a high-impact role in a fast-paced environment, requiring strong commercial acumen, excellent analytical capability, and the ability to interpret and present complex financial data with clear commercial insight. The role combines planning and forecasting with in-depth analysis and is ideal for someone who wants to add immediate value and have a real impact on commercial decision-making. Key responsibilities: Lead planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes Design and maintain robust financial models Provide clear commercial insight and reporting to the Senior Leadership Team Own pricing strategy and margin management, working alongside the CFO Ensure alignment between commercial commitments and operational capability Produce weekly revenue and EBITDA forecasts Develop and maintain Power BI reports to support commercial decision-making Key requirements: Strong experience in FP&A / commercial finance roles Understanding of pricing, margin management, and commercial performance Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Advanced Excel skills and confident with financial systems Exposure to Microsoft Dynamics / Business Central and Power BI desirable This is an urgent vacancy with first-stage interviews taking place this week. If this role is of interest and you would like more information, please contact us to arrange a briefing call. Apply via the link below and for more information, please contact Moore
Project Manager (Structures / Rope Access) Gravesend (Hybrid - 3 days in the office per week) Competitive Salary (can be disclosed upon request) + Training + Development + Progression + Company Benefits Certain Advantage is hiring for Project Manager based in Kent. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing specialist engineering contractor delivering complex structural and difficult access projects across the UK. This role is permanent and hybrid, with three days in the office in Kent, with travel to site as required.Are you a Project Manager with a background in structures, civil engineering or construction, looking to join a highly successful contractor, which will support your ongoing development, with opportunities to develop into a Senior PM role?Do you want to work on varied, technically challenging projects - from high-rise buildings to stadiums and infrastructure - with progression into managing higher-value projects?This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established but growing business, which is part of a major engineering group, known for delivering innovative solutions to highly challenging projects, with complex access requirements. You'll be part of a close-knit team, within a business which promotes work / life balance, and ongoing development. The Company: We are working with a specialist engineering contractor delivering structural and difficult access solutions across the construction and civil engineering sectors. Projects range from small works through to multi-million-pound schemes across high-profile assets including stadiums, high-rise buildings and infrastructure. The Role: You will take full ownership of projects from conception to completion, working closely with site teams, clients and internal departments. You will initially support smaller projects, with a clear pathway to managing larger, higher-value schemes, up to £3-4m. Day to day you will: Manage structural / construction projects from pre-start through to completion Plan works in line with programme, budget and resource requirements Lead and coordinate site teams and subcontractors Liaise directly with clients to ensure smooth project delivery Manage project costs, variations and financial reporting Oversee procurement of materials and equipment Ensure compliance with health & safety, quality and environmental standards Prepare and review project documentation including risk assessments and method statements Monitor progress and drive improvements in productivity and deliverY The Individual: We are looking for people who can show: Experience in project management within construction or civil engineering Strong understanding of project planning, cost control and change management Knowledge of NEC and JCT contracts Project programming experience Experience producing RAMS and method statements Full UK driving licence The Benefits: Competitive salary Structured training across departments and projects Clear progression into larger and more complex project delivery Life assurance and enhanced pension scheme Private healthcare cash plan and virtual GP access Mental health and wellbeing support Enhanced maternity benefits Holiday purchase scheme Cycle to work scheme and retail discounts Ongoing professional development and training Does this sound like your next move? Apply today. Working with Certain Advantage We go the extra mile to find the best people for the job. If you're looking for a role where you can make an impact and grow your career, we'll work with you to find it.We partner with businesses across the UK in Engineering, Construction, IT, Finance and Commercial roles. If this job isn't for you, visit our website to register for job alerts and career guidance.
May 03, 2026
Full time
Project Manager (Structures / Rope Access) Gravesend (Hybrid - 3 days in the office per week) Competitive Salary (can be disclosed upon request) + Training + Development + Progression + Company Benefits Certain Advantage is hiring for Project Manager based in Kent. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing specialist engineering contractor delivering complex structural and difficult access projects across the UK. This role is permanent and hybrid, with three days in the office in Kent, with travel to site as required.Are you a Project Manager with a background in structures, civil engineering or construction, looking to join a highly successful contractor, which will support your ongoing development, with opportunities to develop into a Senior PM role?Do you want to work on varied, technically challenging projects - from high-rise buildings to stadiums and infrastructure - with progression into managing higher-value projects?This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established but growing business, which is part of a major engineering group, known for delivering innovative solutions to highly challenging projects, with complex access requirements. You'll be part of a close-knit team, within a business which promotes work / life balance, and ongoing development. The Company: We are working with a specialist engineering contractor delivering structural and difficult access solutions across the construction and civil engineering sectors. Projects range from small works through to multi-million-pound schemes across high-profile assets including stadiums, high-rise buildings and infrastructure. The Role: You will take full ownership of projects from conception to completion, working closely with site teams, clients and internal departments. You will initially support smaller projects, with a clear pathway to managing larger, higher-value schemes, up to £3-4m. Day to day you will: Manage structural / construction projects from pre-start through to completion Plan works in line with programme, budget and resource requirements Lead and coordinate site teams and subcontractors Liaise directly with clients to ensure smooth project delivery Manage project costs, variations and financial reporting Oversee procurement of materials and equipment Ensure compliance with health & safety, quality and environmental standards Prepare and review project documentation including risk assessments and method statements Monitor progress and drive improvements in productivity and deliverY The Individual: We are looking for people who can show: Experience in project management within construction or civil engineering Strong understanding of project planning, cost control and change management Knowledge of NEC and JCT contracts Project programming experience Experience producing RAMS and method statements Full UK driving licence The Benefits: Competitive salary Structured training across departments and projects Clear progression into larger and more complex project delivery Life assurance and enhanced pension scheme Private healthcare cash plan and virtual GP access Mental health and wellbeing support Enhanced maternity benefits Holiday purchase scheme Cycle to work scheme and retail discounts Ongoing professional development and training Does this sound like your next move? Apply today. Working with Certain Advantage We go the extra mile to find the best people for the job. If you're looking for a role where you can make an impact and grow your career, we'll work with you to find it.We partner with businesses across the UK in Engineering, Construction, IT, Finance and Commercial roles. If this job isn't for you, visit our website to register for job alerts and career guidance.
Senior Finance Manager - Finance Operations London Hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days home) Robert Half is partnering with a growing, multi-site, property-led organisation to appoint a Senior Finance Manager - Finance Operations. This is a senior, high-impact role within a well-established finance team, offering broad responsibility across finance operations, systems, and business partnering. The role will suit a qualified finance professional who has trained in practice and has since moved into industry, bringing strong technical grounding alongside hands-on operational experience. The Role Reporting into the Group Financial Controller, the Senior Finance Manager will take ownership of the day-to-day running of finance operations across a multi-entity, multi-site business. You will lead a finance operations team covering AP, AR, and junior finance roles, while working closely with senior finance and operational stakeholders to improve processes, strengthen controls, and provide clear, decision-useful financial insight. This is a hands-on leadership role with genuine scope to influence how finance operates and scales. Key Responsibilities Oversee end-to-end finance operations, including AP, AR, billing, and cash collection Lead, develop, and mentor a finance operations team, setting clear ownership and accountability Ensure strong financial control and balance sheet integrity across the group Support an efficient and well-governed month-end close process Drive continuous process improvement and operational efficiency Play a key role in systems optimisation and enhancement, including ERP and billing platforms Act as a trusted finance partner to operational and non-finance stakeholders About You Essential Fully qualified accountant (ACA or ACCA) Trained within an accountancy practice, with post-qualification experience gained in industry Strong grounding in financial control, balance sheets, and core accounting principles Proven experience in finance operations, controllership, or senior management accounting roles Demonstrable people-management experience within a finance function Track record of delivering process improvement and systems enhancement Confident, commercial business partner able to operate across finance and operations Desirable Experience within property, real estate, or flexible workspace environments Exposure to multi-site and/or multi-entity organisations Why Apply? Senior, visible role with genuine ownership across finance operations Opportunity to shape and improve finance processes in a growing organisation Hybrid working model with a collaborative, delivery-focused culture Broad stakeholder exposure across finance, operations, and leadershiP Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:
May 03, 2026
Full time
Senior Finance Manager - Finance Operations London Hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days home) Robert Half is partnering with a growing, multi-site, property-led organisation to appoint a Senior Finance Manager - Finance Operations. This is a senior, high-impact role within a well-established finance team, offering broad responsibility across finance operations, systems, and business partnering. The role will suit a qualified finance professional who has trained in practice and has since moved into industry, bringing strong technical grounding alongside hands-on operational experience. The Role Reporting into the Group Financial Controller, the Senior Finance Manager will take ownership of the day-to-day running of finance operations across a multi-entity, multi-site business. You will lead a finance operations team covering AP, AR, and junior finance roles, while working closely with senior finance and operational stakeholders to improve processes, strengthen controls, and provide clear, decision-useful financial insight. This is a hands-on leadership role with genuine scope to influence how finance operates and scales. Key Responsibilities Oversee end-to-end finance operations, including AP, AR, billing, and cash collection Lead, develop, and mentor a finance operations team, setting clear ownership and accountability Ensure strong financial control and balance sheet integrity across the group Support an efficient and well-governed month-end close process Drive continuous process improvement and operational efficiency Play a key role in systems optimisation and enhancement, including ERP and billing platforms Act as a trusted finance partner to operational and non-finance stakeholders About You Essential Fully qualified accountant (ACA or ACCA) Trained within an accountancy practice, with post-qualification experience gained in industry Strong grounding in financial control, balance sheets, and core accounting principles Proven experience in finance operations, controllership, or senior management accounting roles Demonstrable people-management experience within a finance function Track record of delivering process improvement and systems enhancement Confident, commercial business partner able to operate across finance and operations Desirable Experience within property, real estate, or flexible workspace environments Exposure to multi-site and/or multi-entity organisations Why Apply? Senior, visible role with genuine ownership across finance operations Opportunity to shape and improve finance processes in a growing organisation Hybrid working model with a collaborative, delivery-focused culture Broad stakeholder exposure across finance, operations, and leadershiP Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:
Finance Manager Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 + benefits Location: South Wales (hybrid working available) The Opportunity A growing and well-established engineering services business is seeking a commercially minded Finance Manager to take ownership of its finance function. Operating within the MEICA sector (Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Control & Automation), the business supports a range of infrastructure and industrial projects across the UK. Reporting to the Group Financial Controller, this is a hands-on role offering full responsibility for local financial operations, alongside meaningful exposure to group reporting, strategic decision-making, and operational performance. This position would suit a qualified accountant looking to step into a broad, autonomous role within a growing SME environment. Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting & Control Prepare and deliver monthly management accounts in line with group deadlines Provide clear variance analysis, forecasts, and insightful commentary Maintain balance sheet integrity through regular reconciliations Ensure compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements (including VAT) Act as the primary contact for auditors and external advisors Budgeting & Forecasting Support the annual budgeting and planning process Monitor financial performance against budget and forecast Provide meaningful analysis and recommendations to support decision-making Business Partnering & Analysis Deliver high-quality financial analysis to support operational and strategic initiatives Partner with operational teams, including project managers, to improve financial visibility and performance Contribute to management reporting, dashboards, and presentations Support business cases, investment appraisals, and potential M&A activity Systems & Process Improvement Identify and implement improvements to financial processes and controls Support ongoing development and optimisation of finance systems About You Professionally qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) Minimum 3 years' experience in a finance role (practice or industry) Experience in a commercial finance or SME environment is advantageous Strong technical accounting knowledge (UK GAAP) Advanced Excel skills and experience with accounting systems (e.g. Sage or similar ERP) Skills & Attributes Strong analytical and problem-solving ability High attention to detail and accuracy Confident communicator, able to engage with both finance and non-finance stakeholders Proactive, hands-on approach with a continuous improvement mindset Working Arrangements Office-based with hybrid flexibility (subject to business needs) Occasional travel may be required Why Apply? Broad and autonomous role with real ownership Exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making Opportunity to shape processes in a growing business Supportive and collaborative working environment
May 03, 2026
Full time
Finance Manager Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 + benefits Location: South Wales (hybrid working available) The Opportunity A growing and well-established engineering services business is seeking a commercially minded Finance Manager to take ownership of its finance function. Operating within the MEICA sector (Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Control & Automation), the business supports a range of infrastructure and industrial projects across the UK. Reporting to the Group Financial Controller, this is a hands-on role offering full responsibility for local financial operations, alongside meaningful exposure to group reporting, strategic decision-making, and operational performance. This position would suit a qualified accountant looking to step into a broad, autonomous role within a growing SME environment. Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting & Control Prepare and deliver monthly management accounts in line with group deadlines Provide clear variance analysis, forecasts, and insightful commentary Maintain balance sheet integrity through regular reconciliations Ensure compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements (including VAT) Act as the primary contact for auditors and external advisors Budgeting & Forecasting Support the annual budgeting and planning process Monitor financial performance against budget and forecast Provide meaningful analysis and recommendations to support decision-making Business Partnering & Analysis Deliver high-quality financial analysis to support operational and strategic initiatives Partner with operational teams, including project managers, to improve financial visibility and performance Contribute to management reporting, dashboards, and presentations Support business cases, investment appraisals, and potential M&A activity Systems & Process Improvement Identify and implement improvements to financial processes and controls Support ongoing development and optimisation of finance systems About You Professionally qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) Minimum 3 years' experience in a finance role (practice or industry) Experience in a commercial finance or SME environment is advantageous Strong technical accounting knowledge (UK GAAP) Advanced Excel skills and experience with accounting systems (e.g. Sage or similar ERP) Skills & Attributes Strong analytical and problem-solving ability High attention to detail and accuracy Confident communicator, able to engage with both finance and non-finance stakeholders Proactive, hands-on approach with a continuous improvement mindset Working Arrangements Office-based with hybrid flexibility (subject to business needs) Occasional travel may be required Why Apply? Broad and autonomous role with real ownership Exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making Opportunity to shape processes in a growing business Supportive and collaborative working environment
Are you an experienced Finance Manager looking for a part-time role where you can have real influence within a growing SME? This is a number one, hands-on position within a £6m turnover product-based business, offering the opportunity to work closely with the Senior Leadership Team to shape pricing, profitability and financial strategy as the company scales. The role is three days per week and fully office-based, ideal for someone who enjoys being embedded in the business. What will the Commercial Finance Manager role involve? Leading the finance function, ensuring strong controls and financial governance Acting as a key partner to the SLT, providing insight to support growth and decision-making Developing and refining pricing strategies and margin control processes Analysing profitability across customers, products and commercial schemes Building and maintaining clear financial dashboards and performance reporting Supporting budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management Identifying risks and opportunities, providing actionable recommendations Providing cover for day-to-day finance operations when required Suitable Candidate for the Commercial Finance Manager role: Proven experience in a senior finance role within an SME environment Strong commercial awareness with experience in pricing, margin and profitability analysis Comfortable operating both strategically and hands-on, with strong stakeholder communication skills Additional benefits and information for the role of Commercial Finance Manager: Fully office-based role with flexibility on how the three days are structured Opportunity to play a key role in a growing business with plans to double in size Salary will be dependent on experience CMA Recruitment Group is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role. CMA complies with all relevant UK legislation and doesn't discriminate on any protected characteristics. By completing the application process, you agree to the terms outlined in our Privacy Notice and that CMA may contact you in connection with your application in relation to CMA providing you with work finding services. Our Privacy Notice can be viewed under the privacy tab on our website. CMA is currently receiving a high volume of applications. Whilst we ensure all applications are considered, regrettably, it may not be possible to respond individually to all applications received.
May 03, 2026
Full time
Are you an experienced Finance Manager looking for a part-time role where you can have real influence within a growing SME? This is a number one, hands-on position within a £6m turnover product-based business, offering the opportunity to work closely with the Senior Leadership Team to shape pricing, profitability and financial strategy as the company scales. The role is three days per week and fully office-based, ideal for someone who enjoys being embedded in the business. What will the Commercial Finance Manager role involve? Leading the finance function, ensuring strong controls and financial governance Acting as a key partner to the SLT, providing insight to support growth and decision-making Developing and refining pricing strategies and margin control processes Analysing profitability across customers, products and commercial schemes Building and maintaining clear financial dashboards and performance reporting Supporting budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management Identifying risks and opportunities, providing actionable recommendations Providing cover for day-to-day finance operations when required Suitable Candidate for the Commercial Finance Manager role: Proven experience in a senior finance role within an SME environment Strong commercial awareness with experience in pricing, margin and profitability analysis Comfortable operating both strategically and hands-on, with strong stakeholder communication skills Additional benefits and information for the role of Commercial Finance Manager: Fully office-based role with flexibility on how the three days are structured Opportunity to play a key role in a growing business with plans to double in size Salary will be dependent on experience CMA Recruitment Group is acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role. CMA complies with all relevant UK legislation and doesn't discriminate on any protected characteristics. By completing the application process, you agree to the terms outlined in our Privacy Notice and that CMA may contact you in connection with your application in relation to CMA providing you with work finding services. Our Privacy Notice can be viewed under the privacy tab on our website. CMA is currently receiving a high volume of applications. Whilst we ensure all applications are considered, regrettably, it may not be possible to respond individually to all applications received.
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We'll broaden your horizons As a firm our focus on delivering quality audit work for the benefit of the public interest is our key priority. Our Audit teams are essential, not just to BDO, but to the whole economy. With specialist knowledge of sectors, markets and geographies; our auditors have the business understanding necessary to deliver the high quality and robust audits that companies and their stakeholders can trust. The international audit team is an industry agnostic team that specialises in providing fully coordinated secondary audit services to multinationals. Working closely with BDO Member Firms from around the world, the international audit team leverages the controls present at finance service centre locations to design high quality and highly efficient global audit strategies. The international audit team provide a fully project managed and centralised global audit offering to audited entities. Many engagements have an element of travel required, with team members often travelling overseas a number of times a year on audit engagements. We'll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. You'll be someone who is comfortable working pro-actively and, managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with Senior Managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners. You'll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. You'll be someone: Studying towards ACA/ACCA/ICAS Qualified or overseas equivalent Working knowledge of ISAs, IFRS, UK GAAP and Financial Reporting requirements Experience reviewing systems and control environments, as well as undertaking risk assessment and substantive testing on key risk areas Working knowledge of firm services, issues regarding advice, and regulation and compliance, including anti-money laundering Demonstrable knowledge of current economic and market trends You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
May 03, 2026
Full time
Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We'll broaden your horizons As a firm our focus on delivering quality audit work for the benefit of the public interest is our key priority. Our Audit teams are essential, not just to BDO, but to the whole economy. With specialist knowledge of sectors, markets and geographies; our auditors have the business understanding necessary to deliver the high quality and robust audits that companies and their stakeholders can trust. The international audit team is an industry agnostic team that specialises in providing fully coordinated secondary audit services to multinationals. Working closely with BDO Member Firms from around the world, the international audit team leverages the controls present at finance service centre locations to design high quality and highly efficient global audit strategies. The international audit team provide a fully project managed and centralised global audit offering to audited entities. Many engagements have an element of travel required, with team members often travelling overseas a number of times a year on audit engagements. We'll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. You'll be someone who is comfortable working pro-actively and, managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with Senior Managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners. You'll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. You'll be someone: Studying towards ACA/ACCA/ICAS Qualified or overseas equivalent Working knowledge of ISAs, IFRS, UK GAAP and Financial Reporting requirements Experience reviewing systems and control environments, as well as undertaking risk assessment and substantive testing on key risk areas Working knowledge of firm services, issues regarding advice, and regulation and compliance, including anti-money laundering Demonstrable knowledge of current economic and market trends You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.
Lead PMO Analyst Walton Park Personal Contract (dependent on skills and qualifications) Full-time Joint-contribution pension from 6% (12% total) - Enhanced maternity & family leave - Life assurance - HolidayPlus - Virtual GP & Employee Assistance Programme plus retail and leisure discounts & many more. REQ5628 The Lead PMO Analyst plays a critical role in supporting financial governance, cost control, and performance tracking across IT delivery programs and projects. This role bridges the gap between finance and delivery, ensuring that financial insights drive informed decision-making and that delivery teams operate within budgetary constraints. We deliver safety, warmth, and comfort to homes and businesses. Every role, whether in the office or on the front line, plays a key part in this mission. Here's how you will contribute Provides financial leadership across the IT portfolio, offering robust challenge, assurance and insight to Programme Managers and senior stakeholders. Support budgeting cycles and maintain rolling forecasts with variance analysis across IT projects Align financial plans with delivery milestones in collaboration with project managers and delivery leads Monitor costs vs. budget across resources, software, infrastructure, and third-party services Produce financial reports, dashboards, and insights while identifying risks and cost-saving opportunities Ensure compliance with financial controls, procurement policies, audits, and approval processes Act as the authoritative finance liaison for IT delivery, ensuring data integrity across systems and continuously improving reporting and controls. What you will need Proven financial analysis experience within PMO or IT delivery environments Strong knowledge of project accounting, cost tracking, and financial governance Advanced Excel skills with experience in financial modelling and reporting tools Familiarity with Agile and Waterfall delivery frameworks and their financial impact Experience using ERP systems and project portfolio management tools Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field; CIMA, ACCA, or PMP advantageous Strong communication, stakeholder management, and relationship-building skills Detail-oriented, collaborative, and driven, with the ability to lead, influence, and take initiative Not sure you meet every requirement? Research shows some people - particularly women and those from underrepresented backgrounds - may hesitate to apply unless they meet every criteria. At SGN, we value diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. If this role interests you but you're not sure you tick every box, we'd still love to hear from you. You might be just who we're looking for - now or in the future. Why SGN? SGN leads pioneering research and development for a energy system. Our innovative technologies are transforming the gas industry while keeping people safe and warm. We are an award-winning employer, including CCA Gold Awards for Great Places to Work and Inclusivity and Accessibility , and a proud Gold member of the Armed Forces Covenant. If you require any accommodations or support during the application process, reach out to us. We're here to help ensure an inclusive and accessible experience for everyone.
May 02, 2026
Full time
Lead PMO Analyst Walton Park Personal Contract (dependent on skills and qualifications) Full-time Joint-contribution pension from 6% (12% total) - Enhanced maternity & family leave - Life assurance - HolidayPlus - Virtual GP & Employee Assistance Programme plus retail and leisure discounts & many more. REQ5628 The Lead PMO Analyst plays a critical role in supporting financial governance, cost control, and performance tracking across IT delivery programs and projects. This role bridges the gap between finance and delivery, ensuring that financial insights drive informed decision-making and that delivery teams operate within budgetary constraints. We deliver safety, warmth, and comfort to homes and businesses. Every role, whether in the office or on the front line, plays a key part in this mission. Here's how you will contribute Provides financial leadership across the IT portfolio, offering robust challenge, assurance and insight to Programme Managers and senior stakeholders. Support budgeting cycles and maintain rolling forecasts with variance analysis across IT projects Align financial plans with delivery milestones in collaboration with project managers and delivery leads Monitor costs vs. budget across resources, software, infrastructure, and third-party services Produce financial reports, dashboards, and insights while identifying risks and cost-saving opportunities Ensure compliance with financial controls, procurement policies, audits, and approval processes Act as the authoritative finance liaison for IT delivery, ensuring data integrity across systems and continuously improving reporting and controls. What you will need Proven financial analysis experience within PMO or IT delivery environments Strong knowledge of project accounting, cost tracking, and financial governance Advanced Excel skills with experience in financial modelling and reporting tools Familiarity with Agile and Waterfall delivery frameworks and their financial impact Experience using ERP systems and project portfolio management tools Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field; CIMA, ACCA, or PMP advantageous Strong communication, stakeholder management, and relationship-building skills Detail-oriented, collaborative, and driven, with the ability to lead, influence, and take initiative Not sure you meet every requirement? Research shows some people - particularly women and those from underrepresented backgrounds - may hesitate to apply unless they meet every criteria. At SGN, we value diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. If this role interests you but you're not sure you tick every box, we'd still love to hear from you. You might be just who we're looking for - now or in the future. Why SGN? SGN leads pioneering research and development for a energy system. Our innovative technologies are transforming the gas industry while keeping people safe and warm. We are an award-winning employer, including CCA Gold Awards for Great Places to Work and Inclusivity and Accessibility , and a proud Gold member of the Armed Forces Covenant. If you require any accommodations or support during the application process, reach out to us. We're here to help ensure an inclusive and accessible experience for everyone.
We're partnering with a major, internationally recognised technology and services organisation to appoint a senior finance solutions leader into a newly created, high-impact role. This position is focused on driving recurring revenue through innovative financing models across IT, cloud, and cyber solutions. If you've built your career in vendor or captive finance and understand how to turn complex technology propositions into commercially compelling, annuity-driven solutions - this is a rare opportunity to shape strategy at scale. The Opportunity This role will take ownership of designing and delivering financing solutions across a broad IT and digital portfolio, working closely with sales, product, and strategic alliance teams. You'll play a critical role in embedding as-a-service and consumption-based models into customer propositions, enabling growth, improving finance penetration, and supporting both local and multi-country deals. Alongside this, you'll influence go-to-market strategy, support major bids, and ensure the right funding structures are in place - whether internally or via carefully managed third-party partners. What You'll Be Doing Driving finance penetration across IT, cloud, and cyber portfolios Developing and scaling Device-as-a-Service and broader consumption-based financing models Partnering with sales and product teams to embed financing into customer propositions Structuring and pricing complex, multi-country deals Supporting strategic bids and becoming a key voice in customer engagements Building partnerships with technology vendors and funding partners Acting as a subject matter expert to regional teams, enabling and coaching on IT finance solutions Managing relationships with third-party funders where required What We're Looking For Significant experience within vendor finance or captive finance environments Strong background in IT financing, including DaaS, subscription, and consumption models Proven ability to structure and price complex financial solutions Experience supporting multi-country or international customer deals Commercial mindset with a track record of driving penetration and revenue growth Strong stakeholder management skills - able to influence across sales, product, and leadership teams Confidence operating both strategically and hands-on in a fast-paced, evolving environment Ability to translate financial concepts into clear, compelling customer value propositions Why This Role? This is a high-visibility position with real influence over how a major organisation monetises its IT and digital services portfolio. You'll be at the forefront of shifting traditional sales models toward annuity-based, service-led revenue with the autonomy to shape solutions and the backing of a well-established international platform.
May 02, 2026
Full time
We're partnering with a major, internationally recognised technology and services organisation to appoint a senior finance solutions leader into a newly created, high-impact role. This position is focused on driving recurring revenue through innovative financing models across IT, cloud, and cyber solutions. If you've built your career in vendor or captive finance and understand how to turn complex technology propositions into commercially compelling, annuity-driven solutions - this is a rare opportunity to shape strategy at scale. The Opportunity This role will take ownership of designing and delivering financing solutions across a broad IT and digital portfolio, working closely with sales, product, and strategic alliance teams. You'll play a critical role in embedding as-a-service and consumption-based models into customer propositions, enabling growth, improving finance penetration, and supporting both local and multi-country deals. Alongside this, you'll influence go-to-market strategy, support major bids, and ensure the right funding structures are in place - whether internally or via carefully managed third-party partners. What You'll Be Doing Driving finance penetration across IT, cloud, and cyber portfolios Developing and scaling Device-as-a-Service and broader consumption-based financing models Partnering with sales and product teams to embed financing into customer propositions Structuring and pricing complex, multi-country deals Supporting strategic bids and becoming a key voice in customer engagements Building partnerships with technology vendors and funding partners Acting as a subject matter expert to regional teams, enabling and coaching on IT finance solutions Managing relationships with third-party funders where required What We're Looking For Significant experience within vendor finance or captive finance environments Strong background in IT financing, including DaaS, subscription, and consumption models Proven ability to structure and price complex financial solutions Experience supporting multi-country or international customer deals Commercial mindset with a track record of driving penetration and revenue growth Strong stakeholder management skills - able to influence across sales, product, and leadership teams Confidence operating both strategically and hands-on in a fast-paced, evolving environment Ability to translate financial concepts into clear, compelling customer value propositions Why This Role? This is a high-visibility position with real influence over how a major organisation monetises its IT and digital services portfolio. You'll be at the forefront of shifting traditional sales models toward annuity-based, service-led revenue with the autonomy to shape solutions and the backing of a well-established international platform.
Group Finance Manager (Maternity Cover) Beaconsfield Hybrid Working This is a standout opportunity for a high-calibre finance professional looking to step into a visible, high-impact Group role within a large, fast-paced organisation. We're looking for someone who can bring structure, control and leadership to a complex finance environment - we want future CFO's for this role! The Role As Group Finance Manager, you will take ownership of the core finance engine, leading on balance sheet integrity, cashflow and financial controls across a multi-entity group. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will: Lead and develop a high-performing team ( 7 people) Own month-end, quarter-end and year-end close Take full responsibility for balance sheet control and financial integrity Oversee cashflow, treasury and liquidity management Partner with senior stakeholders across the business Support capex, investment decisions and finance transformation initiatives You'll be a key link between finance and the wider business - bringing clarity, rigour and confidence to financial decision-making. What We're Looking For Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) Ideally Top 10 trained (Big 4 / Top 10 practice background) Experience within a large, fast-moving organisation Strong technical grounding across: Balance sheet and reconciliations Financial controls and governance Month-end close processes Cashflow and treasury Proven ability to lead, develop and challenge a team A proactive, hands-on mindset with strong attention to detail Why Apply High visibility role with direct exposure to senior leadership Real ownership across core finance, controls and cash Opportunity to drive improvements and shape processes Competitive salary and hybrid working The Opportunity This is not just another finance role - it's an opportunity to step into a position where you can make a tangible impact, build leadership capability, and position yourself for the next step in your career. Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:
May 02, 2026
Full time
Group Finance Manager (Maternity Cover) Beaconsfield Hybrid Working This is a standout opportunity for a high-calibre finance professional looking to step into a visible, high-impact Group role within a large, fast-paced organisation. We're looking for someone who can bring structure, control and leadership to a complex finance environment - we want future CFO's for this role! The Role As Group Finance Manager, you will take ownership of the core finance engine, leading on balance sheet integrity, cashflow and financial controls across a multi-entity group. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will: Lead and develop a high-performing team ( 7 people) Own month-end, quarter-end and year-end close Take full responsibility for balance sheet control and financial integrity Oversee cashflow, treasury and liquidity management Partner with senior stakeholders across the business Support capex, investment decisions and finance transformation initiatives You'll be a key link between finance and the wider business - bringing clarity, rigour and confidence to financial decision-making. What We're Looking For Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) Ideally Top 10 trained (Big 4 / Top 10 practice background) Experience within a large, fast-moving organisation Strong technical grounding across: Balance sheet and reconciliations Financial controls and governance Month-end close processes Cashflow and treasury Proven ability to lead, develop and challenge a team A proactive, hands-on mindset with strong attention to detail Why Apply High visibility role with direct exposure to senior leadership Real ownership across core finance, controls and cash Opportunity to drive improvements and shape processes Competitive salary and hybrid working The Opportunity This is not just another finance role - it's an opportunity to step into a position where you can make a tangible impact, build leadership capability, and position yourself for the next step in your career. Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:
Your new company:You'll be joining a well-established, international organisation with a strong UK presence and a highly regarded finance function. The business operates within a fast-paced, commercially driven environment and places real value on collaboration, accuracy and continuous improvement. Based in Richmond, this role offers the opportunity to work closely with both UK and international stakeholders, and an international parent company.Your new role:As Finance Manager on an 18-month fixed-term contract, you will take ownership of the day-to-day accounting for this arm of the business, playing a pivotal role in ensuring accurate financial reporting and robust controls. Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will manage and mentor a Financial Accountant, oversee monthly close activities, and support the wider finance team.Your responsibilities will include preparing and reviewing monthly management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations and journals, managing invoicing and stock/sales accounting, and leading on quarterly reporting to Group HO. You'll also take the lead on year-end audit and tax queries, support stock processes and work closely with sales and procurement teams. Alongside core responsibilities, you'll be encouraged to drive improvements, strengthen controls and contribute to ad-hoc financial analysis for senior leadership.What you'll need to succeed:To be successful in this role, you'll be a qualified accountant (ACA or ACCA) with a minimum of three years' post-qualification experience gained in an industry environment. You'll bring a strong technical accounting background, excellent organisational skills and the confidence to manage competing priorities in a deadline-driven setting.You'll be a proactive, hands-on manager who enjoys owning processes, mentoring others and building effective relationships across the business. Strong communication skills are essential, as is the ability to work independently, remain calm under pressure and flex when required to meet business demands.You will need to be immediately available or on short notice.What you'll get in return:In return, you'll receive a competitive salary and the chance to secure a high-profile Finance Manager role within a respected organisation. This position offers excellent exposure to senior stakeholders and international reporting, along with the opportunity to make a tangible impact during the contract period. You'll gain valuable leadership experience, broaden your commercial exposure and work as part of a supportive and collaborative finance team.What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
May 02, 2026
Contractor
Your new company:You'll be joining a well-established, international organisation with a strong UK presence and a highly regarded finance function. The business operates within a fast-paced, commercially driven environment and places real value on collaboration, accuracy and continuous improvement. Based in Richmond, this role offers the opportunity to work closely with both UK and international stakeholders, and an international parent company.Your new role:As Finance Manager on an 18-month fixed-term contract, you will take ownership of the day-to-day accounting for this arm of the business, playing a pivotal role in ensuring accurate financial reporting and robust controls. Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will manage and mentor a Financial Accountant, oversee monthly close activities, and support the wider finance team.Your responsibilities will include preparing and reviewing monthly management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations and journals, managing invoicing and stock/sales accounting, and leading on quarterly reporting to Group HO. You'll also take the lead on year-end audit and tax queries, support stock processes and work closely with sales and procurement teams. Alongside core responsibilities, you'll be encouraged to drive improvements, strengthen controls and contribute to ad-hoc financial analysis for senior leadership.What you'll need to succeed:To be successful in this role, you'll be a qualified accountant (ACA or ACCA) with a minimum of three years' post-qualification experience gained in an industry environment. You'll bring a strong technical accounting background, excellent organisational skills and the confidence to manage competing priorities in a deadline-driven setting.You'll be a proactive, hands-on manager who enjoys owning processes, mentoring others and building effective relationships across the business. Strong communication skills are essential, as is the ability to work independently, remain calm under pressure and flex when required to meet business demands.You will need to be immediately available or on short notice.What you'll get in return:In return, you'll receive a competitive salary and the chance to secure a high-profile Finance Manager role within a respected organisation. This position offers excellent exposure to senior stakeholders and international reporting, along with the opportunity to make a tangible impact during the contract period. You'll gain valuable leadership experience, broaden your commercial exposure and work as part of a supportive and collaborative finance team.What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Job Title: Commercial Manager - Future Products (Autonomy) Location: Portsmouth Broad Oak - Hybrid, 3 days per week We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Competitive Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. Job Description: As a member of the Future Products team, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the Senior Commercial Manager in the shaping and securing of the next generation of autonomous and future defence capabilities. This is not a traditional contracts or post-award commercial role. Instead, this position sits at the front end of innovation, supporting business winning, fast-paced bidding, and early customer engagement across emerging technologies where pace, agility and creativity are critical to success. You will be managing a portfolio of bids and opportunities to a range of domestic and international customers, operating in environments where precedent may not exist, typical processes may not apply, and where confidence , judgement and influence are essential, particularly when engaging with senior leadership and external stakeholders. If you are a commercial professional who thrives in fast-paced environments, future-focused work and who is comfortable forging new paths rather than following old ones, we'd like to hear from you. Core duties: You will support the shaping of the commercial strategy for Future Products, from concept through to contract award You will lead business winning activities, including competitive and rapid-turn bids, demonstrations, prototypes, and early customer engagement You will develop innovative commercial approaches, including alternative contracting models, partnerships, and frameworks tailored to agile development and rapid delivery You will challenge traditional thinking to enable speed, flexibility and risk-managed innovation in line with customer demand You will work closely with project, engineering, strategy, finance and business development teams to align commercial solutions with technical and operational realities You will engage confidently with senior leadership , providing clear commercial recommendations even when proposals may challenge established norms or standard processes, this will help to showcase your ability as a trusted advisor Essential Skills: You will have a proven commercial background, with a clear focus on pre-contract activity, bidding and deal shaping, whilst demonstrating ability to subsequently manage contracts that are won You will bring experience within complex environments to the role , ideally alongside a business degree You will be experienced in non-standard or innovative contracting approaches, which will be showcased in your ability to influence stakeholders to drive desired outcomes You will have good awareness of various functions and the role they play as a part of an integrated project/bid team. This will be shown in your confidence of operating in fast-moving and ambiguous environments and excellent communication/presentation skills The Manufacturing team: You will be playing a key role in shaping future defence capabilities, rather than maintaining legacy contracts, within the wider products team. This is an opportunity for you to influence how the business wins, structures and delivers cutting-edge programmes. In a high visibility role, you will make an impact through exposure to senior decision makers. This will be achieved through your leadership skills, which will showcase your creativity, curiosity and commercial courage. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 15th May 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
May 02, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Commercial Manager - Future Products (Autonomy) Location: Portsmouth Broad Oak - Hybrid, 3 days per week We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Competitive Who we are: Join BAE Systems and you'll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you'll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You'll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us. From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there's no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. Job Description: As a member of the Future Products team, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the Senior Commercial Manager in the shaping and securing of the next generation of autonomous and future defence capabilities. This is not a traditional contracts or post-award commercial role. Instead, this position sits at the front end of innovation, supporting business winning, fast-paced bidding, and early customer engagement across emerging technologies where pace, agility and creativity are critical to success. You will be managing a portfolio of bids and opportunities to a range of domestic and international customers, operating in environments where precedent may not exist, typical processes may not apply, and where confidence , judgement and influence are essential, particularly when engaging with senior leadership and external stakeholders. If you are a commercial professional who thrives in fast-paced environments, future-focused work and who is comfortable forging new paths rather than following old ones, we'd like to hear from you. Core duties: You will support the shaping of the commercial strategy for Future Products, from concept through to contract award You will lead business winning activities, including competitive and rapid-turn bids, demonstrations, prototypes, and early customer engagement You will develop innovative commercial approaches, including alternative contracting models, partnerships, and frameworks tailored to agile development and rapid delivery You will challenge traditional thinking to enable speed, flexibility and risk-managed innovation in line with customer demand You will work closely with project, engineering, strategy, finance and business development teams to align commercial solutions with technical and operational realities You will engage confidently with senior leadership , providing clear commercial recommendations even when proposals may challenge established norms or standard processes, this will help to showcase your ability as a trusted advisor Essential Skills: You will have a proven commercial background, with a clear focus on pre-contract activity, bidding and deal shaping, whilst demonstrating ability to subsequently manage contracts that are won You will bring experience within complex environments to the role , ideally alongside a business degree You will be experienced in non-standard or innovative contracting approaches, which will be showcased in your ability to influence stakeholders to drive desired outcomes You will have good awareness of various functions and the role they play as a part of an integrated project/bid team. This will be shown in your confidence of operating in fast-moving and ambiguous environments and excellent communication/presentation skills The Manufacturing team: You will be playing a key role in shaping future defence capabilities, rather than maintaining legacy contracts, within the wider products team. This is an opportunity for you to influence how the business wins, structures and delivers cutting-edge programmes. In a high visibility role, you will make an impact through exposure to senior decision makers. This will be achieved through your leadership skills, which will showcase your creativity, curiosity and commercial courage. Why BAE Systems? Here you'll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You'll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what's most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make. A place where everyone can thrive: We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 15th May 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Buyer Stevenage 6-month Contract - Hybrid £26.00 per hour - Umbrella ARM have an exciting opportunity for a Buyer to join a global leader in aerospace innovation. The successful candidate will be responsible for negotiating contracts, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring the commercial competitiveness, quality, and delivery performance of our supply chain. The Role: Negotiate new contracts and contract amendments with suppliers or prospects. Anticipate end of contract and end of price validity by retendering. Ensure suppliers? financial health is checked and actions taken as appropriate. Ensure accuracy and respect of commercial Terms & Conditions. Gather & promote best innovative solutions from suppliers Manage risks related to suppliersand define appropriate mitigation actions. Requirements: Procurement experience essential, although applications from applicants with good business experience and knowledge of the Procurement process are also welcomed. Experience in working in a multi-functional environment. Experience in stakeholder management and influencing internal customers. Excellent communication and negotiation skills including at senior management level. Commercial / Contract / Finance knowledge is desirable. Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.
May 02, 2026
Contractor
Buyer Stevenage 6-month Contract - Hybrid £26.00 per hour - Umbrella ARM have an exciting opportunity for a Buyer to join a global leader in aerospace innovation. The successful candidate will be responsible for negotiating contracts, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring the commercial competitiveness, quality, and delivery performance of our supply chain. The Role: Negotiate new contracts and contract amendments with suppliers or prospects. Anticipate end of contract and end of price validity by retendering. Ensure suppliers? financial health is checked and actions taken as appropriate. Ensure accuracy and respect of commercial Terms & Conditions. Gather & promote best innovative solutions from suppliers Manage risks related to suppliersand define appropriate mitigation actions. Requirements: Procurement experience essential, although applications from applicants with good business experience and knowledge of the Procurement process are also welcomed. Experience in working in a multi-functional environment. Experience in stakeholder management and influencing internal customers. Excellent communication and negotiation skills including at senior management level. Commercial / Contract / Finance knowledge is desirable. Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.
Finance Manager (Interim - 12 Month FTC) Location: Leeds (Hybrid - 3 days WFH) Salary: Up to £75k Start: Immediate The Role Elevation Recruitment Group are supporting a leading Leeds-based organisation in the search for an experienced Finance Manager on a 12-month interim contract. You'll take ownership of the monthly management accounts, delivering accurate and timely reporting, alongside meaningful variance analysis that adds real insight. There's also responsibility for audit support, VAT returns, payroll review, and driving improvements across the month-end process. It's a key role within the team, working closely with senior stakeholders to strengthen financial control and support better decision-making across the business. Key Responsibilities Preparation of monthly management accounts, including group consolidation Variance analysis against budget and forecast, with clear, useful commentary Balance sheet reconciliations and maintaining strong financial controls Support with statutory accounts and audit process VAT returns and regulatory reporting compliance Cashflow monitoring and forecasting Payroll review and oversight Budgeting support and KPI reporting Oversight of purchase ledger and payment approvals Improving month-end processes and reporting timelines Line management and development of finance team About You Proven experience in a Finance Manager or similar role Strong month-end and management accounts experience Confident handling audits, VAT, and financial reporting Experience managing or supporting a small finance team Strong Excel and systems skills Part-qualified or qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) desirable If you're an experienced Finance Manager looking for your next interim opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.
May 02, 2026
Contractor
Finance Manager (Interim - 12 Month FTC) Location: Leeds (Hybrid - 3 days WFH) Salary: Up to £75k Start: Immediate The Role Elevation Recruitment Group are supporting a leading Leeds-based organisation in the search for an experienced Finance Manager on a 12-month interim contract. You'll take ownership of the monthly management accounts, delivering accurate and timely reporting, alongside meaningful variance analysis that adds real insight. There's also responsibility for audit support, VAT returns, payroll review, and driving improvements across the month-end process. It's a key role within the team, working closely with senior stakeholders to strengthen financial control and support better decision-making across the business. Key Responsibilities Preparation of monthly management accounts, including group consolidation Variance analysis against budget and forecast, with clear, useful commentary Balance sheet reconciliations and maintaining strong financial controls Support with statutory accounts and audit process VAT returns and regulatory reporting compliance Cashflow monitoring and forecasting Payroll review and oversight Budgeting support and KPI reporting Oversight of purchase ledger and payment approvals Improving month-end processes and reporting timelines Line management and development of finance team About You Proven experience in a Finance Manager or similar role Strong month-end and management accounts experience Confident handling audits, VAT, and financial reporting Experience managing or supporting a small finance team Strong Excel and systems skills Part-qualified or qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) desirable If you're an experienced Finance Manager looking for your next interim opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.
An established and growing multi-entity business is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to lead its day-to-day finance operations. This is a senior and highly visible role, working closely with the senior leadership team and board to ensure robust financial reporting, strong financial controls and clear commercial insight across the organisation. The successful candidate will be a hands-on, technically strong accountant who enjoys operating in a fast-paced environment and partnering with operational leaders across the business. Financial Reporting & Management Accounts Prepare accurate monthly management accounts including P&L, balance sheet and cash flow Deliver weekly financial performance summaries for senior leadership Produce monthly variance analysis against budget with clear commentary Develop and maintain divisional financial reporting, ensuring clear performance visibility across business units Accounts Receivable & Debt Management Oversee the sales ledger and credit control function Monitor aged debtor reporting and cash collection performance Work with operational teams to resolve billing queries and improve collections Accounts Payable & Payroll Oversight Manage purchase ledger processes and supplier payments Oversee payroll processes across multiple worker types Ensure compliance with relevant payroll and pay regulations Budgeting, Forecasting & Commercial Support Coordinate the annual budgeting process Produce and maintain rolling cash flow forecasts Provide financial modelling and commercial analysis to support decision-making Support financial due diligence and strategic projects when required Controls, Compliance & Audit Maintain a strong internal control environment Support the preparation of year-end statutory accounts Manage VAT submissions and liaise with external advisers on tax matters Ensure compliance with relevant financial and employment regulations Systems & Process Improvement Manage and develop accounting systems and reporting tools Identify and implement process improvements Maintain accurate and audit-ready financial records Leadership Line manage and develop members of the finance team Act as the primary finance contact for operational managers and senior leadership Support board reporting and strategic financial initiatives About You Essential Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) Experience producing management accounts within a multi-entity or group environment Minimum of 5 years senior finance experience in construction, infrastructure, labour supply of related sectors. Strong technical accounting knowledge including UK GAAP Experience managing cash flow, credit control and high-volume transactions Hands-on approach with strong organisational skills Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills Strong communication skills with the ability to present financial information to non-finance stakeholders Desirable Experience working in fast-paced or operationally complex environments Experience using systems such as Sage, Xero or similar Exposure to group consolidations and intercompany accounting Experience working alongside senior finance leadership or a fractional FD model What's on Offer A senior finance leadership role with real influence across the business Direct exposure to senior leadership and board-level reporting Opportunity to shape and improve finance processes and reporting A fast-moving environment where your impact will be visible Think Accountancy and Finance is the finance division of Think Specialist Recruitment, an independent recruitment agency based in Hemel Hempstead and working across the Herts, Beds and Bucks area. We specialise in permanent, temporary and contract recruitment with areas of expertise including: Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Finance Admin, Part Qualified Finance, Credit Control and Bookkeepers.
May 02, 2026
Full time
An established and growing multi-entity business is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to lead its day-to-day finance operations. This is a senior and highly visible role, working closely with the senior leadership team and board to ensure robust financial reporting, strong financial controls and clear commercial insight across the organisation. The successful candidate will be a hands-on, technically strong accountant who enjoys operating in a fast-paced environment and partnering with operational leaders across the business. Financial Reporting & Management Accounts Prepare accurate monthly management accounts including P&L, balance sheet and cash flow Deliver weekly financial performance summaries for senior leadership Produce monthly variance analysis against budget with clear commentary Develop and maintain divisional financial reporting, ensuring clear performance visibility across business units Accounts Receivable & Debt Management Oversee the sales ledger and credit control function Monitor aged debtor reporting and cash collection performance Work with operational teams to resolve billing queries and improve collections Accounts Payable & Payroll Oversight Manage purchase ledger processes and supplier payments Oversee payroll processes across multiple worker types Ensure compliance with relevant payroll and pay regulations Budgeting, Forecasting & Commercial Support Coordinate the annual budgeting process Produce and maintain rolling cash flow forecasts Provide financial modelling and commercial analysis to support decision-making Support financial due diligence and strategic projects when required Controls, Compliance & Audit Maintain a strong internal control environment Support the preparation of year-end statutory accounts Manage VAT submissions and liaise with external advisers on tax matters Ensure compliance with relevant financial and employment regulations Systems & Process Improvement Manage and develop accounting systems and reporting tools Identify and implement process improvements Maintain accurate and audit-ready financial records Leadership Line manage and develop members of the finance team Act as the primary finance contact for operational managers and senior leadership Support board reporting and strategic financial initiatives About You Essential Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) Experience producing management accounts within a multi-entity or group environment Minimum of 5 years senior finance experience in construction, infrastructure, labour supply of related sectors. Strong technical accounting knowledge including UK GAAP Experience managing cash flow, credit control and high-volume transactions Hands-on approach with strong organisational skills Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills Strong communication skills with the ability to present financial information to non-finance stakeholders Desirable Experience working in fast-paced or operationally complex environments Experience using systems such as Sage, Xero or similar Exposure to group consolidations and intercompany accounting Experience working alongside senior finance leadership or a fractional FD model What's on Offer A senior finance leadership role with real influence across the business Direct exposure to senior leadership and board-level reporting Opportunity to shape and improve finance processes and reporting A fast-moving environment where your impact will be visible Think Accountancy and Finance is the finance division of Think Specialist Recruitment, an independent recruitment agency based in Hemel Hempstead and working across the Herts, Beds and Bucks area. We specialise in permanent, temporary and contract recruitment with areas of expertise including: Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Finance Admin, Part Qualified Finance, Credit Control and Bookkeepers.
Elevation Recruitment Group
Chesterfield, Derbyshire
Elevation Recruitment Group are delighted to be recruiting for a well-established construction SME in Chesterfield with an annual turnover of £10 Million t/o. They are currently looking for a Financial Controller to come in a manage a small team and work closely with the business owner. They offer hybrid working 4 days a week in the office with scope to go down to 3 days a week in the office after 6 months. The office hours are Monday to Friday (8am - 4pm). Benefits include: Salary up to £ days holiday and auto enrolment pension. The Financial Controller will be responsible for overseeing the financial operations, ensuring robust financial management, accurate reporting, and strong financial controls across the business. The role will support senior leadership by providing financial insight, maintaining compliance, and driving improvements in financial processes and performance. The successful candidate will play a key role in strategic decision-making, cash flow management, and supporting the continued growth of the organisation. Key Responsibilities:- Oversee all day-to-day financial operations of the business Manage and develop a small finance team Partner with operational leaders across the business Produce accurate and timely monthly management accounts Lead the month-end and year-end close processes Prepare financial reports and performance analysis for senior management Develop and maintain financial dashboards and KPIs to support business decisions Lead the annual budgeting process. Develop rolling forecasts and financial models Provide variance analysis against budgets and forecasts Monitor and manage cash flow forecasting Optimise working capital including receivables, payables, and inventory Maintain robust internal financial controls and procedures Ensure compliance with UK accounting standards and statutory regulations Coordinate with external accountants Review and improve financial processes and controls. Support implementation or optimisation of finance systems and reporting tools Drive automation and efficiency improvements across finance operations Provide financial insight to support commercial decision-making Identify opportunities to improve profitability and efficiency Key Skills & Experience: Previous experience gained in a senior finance role Experience of working within an SME Experience working within the construction sector is essential Strong financial reporting and management accounting experience Leadership skills Experience managing financial systems and improving processes. Commercial finance or business partnering experience Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent attention to detail Ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities Proactive, hands-on approach in a dynamic environment If you are interested in this role, please apply today!
May 02, 2026
Full time
Elevation Recruitment Group are delighted to be recruiting for a well-established construction SME in Chesterfield with an annual turnover of £10 Million t/o. They are currently looking for a Financial Controller to come in a manage a small team and work closely with the business owner. They offer hybrid working 4 days a week in the office with scope to go down to 3 days a week in the office after 6 months. The office hours are Monday to Friday (8am - 4pm). Benefits include: Salary up to £ days holiday and auto enrolment pension. The Financial Controller will be responsible for overseeing the financial operations, ensuring robust financial management, accurate reporting, and strong financial controls across the business. The role will support senior leadership by providing financial insight, maintaining compliance, and driving improvements in financial processes and performance. The successful candidate will play a key role in strategic decision-making, cash flow management, and supporting the continued growth of the organisation. Key Responsibilities:- Oversee all day-to-day financial operations of the business Manage and develop a small finance team Partner with operational leaders across the business Produce accurate and timely monthly management accounts Lead the month-end and year-end close processes Prepare financial reports and performance analysis for senior management Develop and maintain financial dashboards and KPIs to support business decisions Lead the annual budgeting process. Develop rolling forecasts and financial models Provide variance analysis against budgets and forecasts Monitor and manage cash flow forecasting Optimise working capital including receivables, payables, and inventory Maintain robust internal financial controls and procedures Ensure compliance with UK accounting standards and statutory regulations Coordinate with external accountants Review and improve financial processes and controls. Support implementation or optimisation of finance systems and reporting tools Drive automation and efficiency improvements across finance operations Provide financial insight to support commercial decision-making Identify opportunities to improve profitability and efficiency Key Skills & Experience: Previous experience gained in a senior finance role Experience of working within an SME Experience working within the construction sector is essential Strong financial reporting and management accounting experience Leadership skills Experience managing financial systems and improving processes. Commercial finance or business partnering experience Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent attention to detail Ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities Proactive, hands-on approach in a dynamic environment If you are interested in this role, please apply today!
Location: Portsmouth (hybrid - minimum 2 days per week in the office) Salary : Competitive, depending on experience Role type : Full-time, permanent About the Role We are looking for an experienced Central Finance Manager to play a key leadership role within our growing finance function. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys owning financial reporting end-to-end, setting high standards, developing people, and ensuring that management information is accurate, consistent, and genuinely useful for decision-making. You will lead and support a team of Management Accountants, take ownership of monthly reporting across multiple entities, and act as a senior point of judgement within the finance function. The role also includes the opportunity to support targeted performance improvement activity where additional focus is required. What You'll Be Responsible For Financial Reporting & Control Own the monthly management reporting cycle across a multi-entity structure. Ensure reporting is accurate, timely, consistent, and well-presented. Review and quality-check outputs before senior review. Maintain strong financial controls, reconciliations, and documentation. Leadership & Team Development Lead, mentor, and develop Management Accountants and Assistant Management Accountants. Act as a senior escalation point for technical or judgement-based questions. Support the team in moving beyond reporting numbers to explaining performance drivers and trends. Process & Continuous Improvement Own reporting timetables and delivery discipline. Improve efficiency, clarity, and consistency of finance processes. Work with internal teams and external providers to ensure high-quality outputs. Audit & Stakeholder Support Coordinate information requests related to statutory reporting and audits. Act as a key finance contact for stakeholders, providing clear, reliable information. Ensure finance outputs remain audit-ready throughout the year. Performance Improvement Support Where required, support short, well-defined improvement initiatives for specific business areas. Use financial insight to help identify root causes and improvement actions. Track progress and embed improvements before returning focus fully to BAU delivery. (This element of the role is selective and time-bound - not continuous change management.) What We're Looking For Essential Strong experience in management accounting within a multi-entity or professional services environment. Confident ownership of month-end reporting and financial control. Proven people leadership and coaching experience. Solid technical accounting knowledge and sound judgement. Ability to prioritise effectively and stay calm under pressure. Desirable Practice or audit background. Experience supporting business improvement or stabilisation initiatives. Exposure to outsourced finance or shared-service environments. Confident with Xero ecosystem. Why Join Us A senior, visible role with real ownership and influence. Opportunity to shape how financial reporting operates at scale. Exposure to a broad, diverse group structure. Clear progression opportunities for the right individual. A culture that values high standards, pragmatism, and continuous improvement. We are TC Group, the fastest-growing top 20 accountancy firm in the UK. We're business advisors and accountants, with over 30 years of experience we've honed our skills and developed our service offering to deliver a much wider range of bespoke support and advice to ambitious business owners and their businesses. TC Group is growing and changing at quite a pace! We're an ambitious group of people with the same aim - to create a consistent, high-quality experience for our clients. Like us, our client list is growing - we're supporting more and more of the UK's ambitious business owners, SME's and large Corporations and it's a real team effort. We're helping them make courageous decisions to grow their businesses. We always seek the best talent, looking for individuals who are technically brilliant, solution-focused and continually strive to be the best in class. Each member of our team plays an integral part in creating the unique feel and culture of our business, which in turn helps us continue to grow, develop and evolve. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome candidates from all backgrounds.
May 02, 2026
Full time
Location: Portsmouth (hybrid - minimum 2 days per week in the office) Salary : Competitive, depending on experience Role type : Full-time, permanent About the Role We are looking for an experienced Central Finance Manager to play a key leadership role within our growing finance function. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys owning financial reporting end-to-end, setting high standards, developing people, and ensuring that management information is accurate, consistent, and genuinely useful for decision-making. You will lead and support a team of Management Accountants, take ownership of monthly reporting across multiple entities, and act as a senior point of judgement within the finance function. The role also includes the opportunity to support targeted performance improvement activity where additional focus is required. What You'll Be Responsible For Financial Reporting & Control Own the monthly management reporting cycle across a multi-entity structure. Ensure reporting is accurate, timely, consistent, and well-presented. Review and quality-check outputs before senior review. Maintain strong financial controls, reconciliations, and documentation. Leadership & Team Development Lead, mentor, and develop Management Accountants and Assistant Management Accountants. Act as a senior escalation point for technical or judgement-based questions. Support the team in moving beyond reporting numbers to explaining performance drivers and trends. Process & Continuous Improvement Own reporting timetables and delivery discipline. Improve efficiency, clarity, and consistency of finance processes. Work with internal teams and external providers to ensure high-quality outputs. Audit & Stakeholder Support Coordinate information requests related to statutory reporting and audits. Act as a key finance contact for stakeholders, providing clear, reliable information. Ensure finance outputs remain audit-ready throughout the year. Performance Improvement Support Where required, support short, well-defined improvement initiatives for specific business areas. Use financial insight to help identify root causes and improvement actions. Track progress and embed improvements before returning focus fully to BAU delivery. (This element of the role is selective and time-bound - not continuous change management.) What We're Looking For Essential Strong experience in management accounting within a multi-entity or professional services environment. Confident ownership of month-end reporting and financial control. Proven people leadership and coaching experience. Solid technical accounting knowledge and sound judgement. Ability to prioritise effectively and stay calm under pressure. Desirable Practice or audit background. Experience supporting business improvement or stabilisation initiatives. Exposure to outsourced finance or shared-service environments. Confident with Xero ecosystem. Why Join Us A senior, visible role with real ownership and influence. Opportunity to shape how financial reporting operates at scale. Exposure to a broad, diverse group structure. Clear progression opportunities for the right individual. A culture that values high standards, pragmatism, and continuous improvement. We are TC Group, the fastest-growing top 20 accountancy firm in the UK. We're business advisors and accountants, with over 30 years of experience we've honed our skills and developed our service offering to deliver a much wider range of bespoke support and advice to ambitious business owners and their businesses. TC Group is growing and changing at quite a pace! We're an ambitious group of people with the same aim - to create a consistent, high-quality experience for our clients. Like us, our client list is growing - we're supporting more and more of the UK's ambitious business owners, SME's and large Corporations and it's a real team effort. We're helping them make courageous decisions to grow their businesses. We always seek the best talent, looking for individuals who are technically brilliant, solution-focused and continually strive to be the best in class. Each member of our team plays an integral part in creating the unique feel and culture of our business, which in turn helps us continue to grow, develop and evolve. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome candidates from all backgrounds.
Job Type: Permanent Salary: 45,000- 55,000 per annum Location: Worcester Hours: Mon-Fri (9-5) Your new company Hays Senior Finance are partnering with a fast-paced and dynamic organisation in the Worcester area as they look to recruit a Finance Manager on a permanent basis. My client is a rapidly growing online retail business going from strength-to-strength and seen as a leading label for the youth market. Your new role In this hands-on role, you will be responsible for controlling the day-to-day financial operations of specific entities whilst managing a team. Key duties: Preparation of consolidated monthly management accounts Review of individual company management accounts Assist in the production of monthly and annual financial reporting requirements Review of monthly balance sheet reconciliations and P&L analysis across all entities Submission of VAT and overseas sales tax returns Management of a small team Involvement in the improvement of processes and efficiencies What you'll need to succeed Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) or QBE Demonstrable experience of providing hands-on, day-to-day financial management and support Possess a 'sleeves rolled up' approach with the ability to get stuck in High attention to detail and able to co-ordinate substantial amounts of information Excellent communication skills with the confidence to build and maintain effective relationships with non-finance stakeholders Experience of managing and developing teams Strong Excel skills and good working knowledge of accounting software (Oracle NetSuite highly advantageous) What you'll get in return In return, you will receive a competitive salary of up to 55,000 per annum (depending on experience and qualification) and the opportunity to play a pivotal part in this organisation's growth journey. Benefits include 25 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays), pension, company bonus scheme, EAP, staff discounts, monthly socials and wellbeing activities and free onsite parking. The role is fully office-based initially, but there is scope to WFH 2 days per week post-probation. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
May 02, 2026
Full time
Job Type: Permanent Salary: 45,000- 55,000 per annum Location: Worcester Hours: Mon-Fri (9-5) Your new company Hays Senior Finance are partnering with a fast-paced and dynamic organisation in the Worcester area as they look to recruit a Finance Manager on a permanent basis. My client is a rapidly growing online retail business going from strength-to-strength and seen as a leading label for the youth market. Your new role In this hands-on role, you will be responsible for controlling the day-to-day financial operations of specific entities whilst managing a team. Key duties: Preparation of consolidated monthly management accounts Review of individual company management accounts Assist in the production of monthly and annual financial reporting requirements Review of monthly balance sheet reconciliations and P&L analysis across all entities Submission of VAT and overseas sales tax returns Management of a small team Involvement in the improvement of processes and efficiencies What you'll need to succeed Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) or QBE Demonstrable experience of providing hands-on, day-to-day financial management and support Possess a 'sleeves rolled up' approach with the ability to get stuck in High attention to detail and able to co-ordinate substantial amounts of information Excellent communication skills with the confidence to build and maintain effective relationships with non-finance stakeholders Experience of managing and developing teams Strong Excel skills and good working knowledge of accounting software (Oracle NetSuite highly advantageous) What you'll get in return In return, you will receive a competitive salary of up to 55,000 per annum (depending on experience and qualification) and the opportunity to play a pivotal part in this organisation's growth journey. Benefits include 25 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays), pension, company bonus scheme, EAP, staff discounts, monthly socials and wellbeing activities and free onsite parking. The role is fully office-based initially, but there is scope to WFH 2 days per week post-probation. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Totum Partners is working with an established boutique Law firm to recruit a Finance Manager for their London office. They are keen on candidates currently working as Accountants in smaller Law firms, looking to take a step up to Finance Manager. It is beneficial, but not essential to be fully ACCA/ACA/CIMA-qualified. Finance Manager with Boutique Law Firm Based in Central London (3 days-a-week working from home) Finance Manager Responsibilities: Preparation of monthly management accounts, including commentary and analysis for senior, non-financial stakeholders Support the production of budgets and forecasts, and monitor financial performance vs budgeted/forecasted figures Assist the firm's Compliance Officer, ensuring adherence to SRA Accounts Rules Production and presentation of regular financial reports for Partners and senior stakeholders Work closely with credit control and billers to ensure timely completion of work Liaise with Partners and Fee Earners, performing ad-hoc analysis and monitoring WIP Assist with audit preparations and liaise with external Auditors Finance Manager Experience: APPLICANTS MUST BE CURRENTLY WORKING IN A LAW FIRM Strong SRA Accounts Rules knowledge Strong technical accounting skillset and experience, in addition to communication and stakeholder management skills Knowledge of partnership accounting/taxation is highly desirable
May 02, 2026
Full time
Totum Partners is working with an established boutique Law firm to recruit a Finance Manager for their London office. They are keen on candidates currently working as Accountants in smaller Law firms, looking to take a step up to Finance Manager. It is beneficial, but not essential to be fully ACCA/ACA/CIMA-qualified. Finance Manager with Boutique Law Firm Based in Central London (3 days-a-week working from home) Finance Manager Responsibilities: Preparation of monthly management accounts, including commentary and analysis for senior, non-financial stakeholders Support the production of budgets and forecasts, and monitor financial performance vs budgeted/forecasted figures Assist the firm's Compliance Officer, ensuring adherence to SRA Accounts Rules Production and presentation of regular financial reports for Partners and senior stakeholders Work closely with credit control and billers to ensure timely completion of work Liaise with Partners and Fee Earners, performing ad-hoc analysis and monitoring WIP Assist with audit preparations and liaise with external Auditors Finance Manager Experience: APPLICANTS MUST BE CURRENTLY WORKING IN A LAW FIRM Strong SRA Accounts Rules knowledge Strong technical accounting skillset and experience, in addition to communication and stakeholder management skills Knowledge of partnership accounting/taxation is highly desirable
Assistant Finance Manager - AVFC Warehouse, Birmingham Full-Time / Permanent £50000 + excellent benefits including healthcare, wellbeing support, 23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, life assurance, meals on duty, and more. Overall, Purpose of the Role The candidate will business partner the General manager and their Heads of Department for the entirety of the Warehouse operation. You will perform a high-profile ownership role, developing skills in working collaboratively with client side, and internally across functions and other stakeholders. Through effective business partnering, the role will continually improve service levels, cost effectiveness and add value to commercial activities undertaken whilst also taking the contract through a period of mobilisation. We are Levy We are a visionary venue partner. We design and deliver bespoke guest experiences that prioritise people and the planet. Trusted by some of the world?s most iconic stadiums, entertainment venues, and major events from Wimbledon and Twickenham to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Edgbaston, the SEC and Excel London, we bring experiences to life with passion and precision. Our mission is to succeed the right way. From pioneering tech and seamless operations to show-stopping menus and exceptional service, we use insight and innovation to understand guests, improve the customer journey, reduce environmental impact, and support local communities. We are a passionate, diverse team of venue specialists dedicated to making the planet better for future generations. Assistant Finance Manager - The Role PURPOSE: Commercial Support Effective business partnering with the onsite operations team, ensuring strong commercial and operational decision making, managing financial risks and opportunities. The aim will be to support ops in delivering budgeted sales, PBIT and margin as well as delivering agreed returns for clients. Delivering pro-active financial analysis with summarised findings and recommendations to support decision making. This will involve making full use of the latest dashboards from E15 Insights covering sales, costs and managing relevant KPI's. Take ownership for the financial controls and processes for the operation which in includes weekly flash process, budget process, review of commercial initiatives, support of capex appraisals and emphasis on optimising working capital. PERFORMANCE Deliver analysis of key business reporting such as dashboards, month end reports, business reviews, client reports, budgets, flash forecasts, client requests and other ad-hoc analysis to be discussed at monthly/weekly reviews. Monitoring initiative delivery plans, challenging operational teams and where there is a risk to achievement, highlighting to senior stakeholders. Key metrics include GP%, Labour to Sales ratio and unit margin %. we have developed dashboards with E15 insights to help standardise and simplify reporting. You must use these and champion them within the business one of the key areas currently is labour % as we roll out new tech to make our venues more efficient. pricing is also vital - with inflation still an ongoing risk, we need to monitor our pricing to consumers (and SPH), hospitality charges and C&E Assist in training of finance/operational teams in the use of business reporting and KPIs to understand and improve their financial performance Populating monthly balance sheet document for review, escalating key risks and opportunities. Be responsible along with the Venue GM for the overseeing of the budgeting and forecasting process for the venue. Ensuring there is joined up and signed off process with the operational team Attend client finance meetings when required - reporting on their client return and dealing with any issues within the contract Be a part of future planning and strategic decision-making process PEOPLE: Relationship Management Working effectively as part of a team - both within finance and as part of the operational team Building relationships with key finance stakeholders Support the learning of finance personnel within the team and share knowledge/best practice What we're looking for Experience of partnering non-finance professionals to support the delivery of financial information Qualified Accountant or finalist (CIMA/ACCA/ACA) and a minimum of two years within a financial role. Experience of management accounting inclusive of accounting adjustments, producing reports/analysis to support commercial decision making Analytical and with a high level of attention to detail Proficient in Excel Macros & VBA Experience of SAP and E15 / Power BI as analysis and reporting tools Strong commercial acumen Accountability & resilience There are a lot of competing requirements - need to be able to balance time and achieve tight deadlines Commercially astute and quick to work through the many deadlines required back-to-back through the year Attention to detail - ensuring the results and analysis presented is accurate and meaningful Ability to adapt to changing environments & circumstances Leadership Behaviours Able to build relationships with stakeholders (in Compass and with clients, Ops and Finance) in the right way - to be able to engage, interact and challenge in a way that gets the right outcome for the business An effective communicator with the ability to communicate oral and written information concisely and logically at all levels - to both finance and non-finance people Challenges constructively Works collaboratively and ethically Presenting detailed information in a succinct and clear way - often to non-finance people Know the detail Be data numerate and comfortable working with data to make data driven decisions - we have moved to data warehouses and dashboards as the way to drive the business. The individual must be comfortable with this. Understand the core drivers/issues and present in a way that is succinct and appropriate for the audience Assess opportunities What you'll get in return Competitive salary with bonus and full company benefits23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, your birthday of
May 02, 2026
Full time
Assistant Finance Manager - AVFC Warehouse, Birmingham Full-Time / Permanent £50000 + excellent benefits including healthcare, wellbeing support, 23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, life assurance, meals on duty, and more. Overall, Purpose of the Role The candidate will business partner the General manager and their Heads of Department for the entirety of the Warehouse operation. You will perform a high-profile ownership role, developing skills in working collaboratively with client side, and internally across functions and other stakeholders. Through effective business partnering, the role will continually improve service levels, cost effectiveness and add value to commercial activities undertaken whilst also taking the contract through a period of mobilisation. We are Levy We are a visionary venue partner. We design and deliver bespoke guest experiences that prioritise people and the planet. Trusted by some of the world?s most iconic stadiums, entertainment venues, and major events from Wimbledon and Twickenham to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Edgbaston, the SEC and Excel London, we bring experiences to life with passion and precision. Our mission is to succeed the right way. From pioneering tech and seamless operations to show-stopping menus and exceptional service, we use insight and innovation to understand guests, improve the customer journey, reduce environmental impact, and support local communities. We are a passionate, diverse team of venue specialists dedicated to making the planet better for future generations. Assistant Finance Manager - The Role PURPOSE: Commercial Support Effective business partnering with the onsite operations team, ensuring strong commercial and operational decision making, managing financial risks and opportunities. The aim will be to support ops in delivering budgeted sales, PBIT and margin as well as delivering agreed returns for clients. Delivering pro-active financial analysis with summarised findings and recommendations to support decision making. This will involve making full use of the latest dashboards from E15 Insights covering sales, costs and managing relevant KPI's. Take ownership for the financial controls and processes for the operation which in includes weekly flash process, budget process, review of commercial initiatives, support of capex appraisals and emphasis on optimising working capital. PERFORMANCE Deliver analysis of key business reporting such as dashboards, month end reports, business reviews, client reports, budgets, flash forecasts, client requests and other ad-hoc analysis to be discussed at monthly/weekly reviews. Monitoring initiative delivery plans, challenging operational teams and where there is a risk to achievement, highlighting to senior stakeholders. Key metrics include GP%, Labour to Sales ratio and unit margin %. we have developed dashboards with E15 insights to help standardise and simplify reporting. You must use these and champion them within the business one of the key areas currently is labour % as we roll out new tech to make our venues more efficient. pricing is also vital - with inflation still an ongoing risk, we need to monitor our pricing to consumers (and SPH), hospitality charges and C&E Assist in training of finance/operational teams in the use of business reporting and KPIs to understand and improve their financial performance Populating monthly balance sheet document for review, escalating key risks and opportunities. Be responsible along with the Venue GM for the overseeing of the budgeting and forecasting process for the venue. Ensuring there is joined up and signed off process with the operational team Attend client finance meetings when required - reporting on their client return and dealing with any issues within the contract Be a part of future planning and strategic decision-making process PEOPLE: Relationship Management Working effectively as part of a team - both within finance and as part of the operational team Building relationships with key finance stakeholders Support the learning of finance personnel within the team and share knowledge/best practice What we're looking for Experience of partnering non-finance professionals to support the delivery of financial information Qualified Accountant or finalist (CIMA/ACCA/ACA) and a minimum of two years within a financial role. Experience of management accounting inclusive of accounting adjustments, producing reports/analysis to support commercial decision making Analytical and with a high level of attention to detail Proficient in Excel Macros & VBA Experience of SAP and E15 / Power BI as analysis and reporting tools Strong commercial acumen Accountability & resilience There are a lot of competing requirements - need to be able to balance time and achieve tight deadlines Commercially astute and quick to work through the many deadlines required back-to-back through the year Attention to detail - ensuring the results and analysis presented is accurate and meaningful Ability to adapt to changing environments & circumstances Leadership Behaviours Able to build relationships with stakeholders (in Compass and with clients, Ops and Finance) in the right way - to be able to engage, interact and challenge in a way that gets the right outcome for the business An effective communicator with the ability to communicate oral and written information concisely and logically at all levels - to both finance and non-finance people Challenges constructively Works collaboratively and ethically Presenting detailed information in a succinct and clear way - often to non-finance people Know the detail Be data numerate and comfortable working with data to make data driven decisions - we have moved to data warehouses and dashboards as the way to drive the business. The individual must be comfortable with this. Understand the core drivers/issues and present in a way that is succinct and appropriate for the audience Assess opportunities What you'll get in return Competitive salary with bonus and full company benefits23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, your birthday of
Business Development Manager - Private Wealth Location: London, Edinburgh or Bristol (Hybrid working) We are working with a leading UK professional services firm to recruit a Business Development Manager to support its highly regarded Private Wealth team. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded BD professional to play a key role in shaping and delivering strategic growth initiatives within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment. The Role As a Business Development Manager, you will provide strategic support, insight, and guidance to partners and lawyers, helping to drive business development activity and strengthen client relationships across the Private Wealth practice. Working as part of a wider Marketing and Business Development function, you will collaborate closely with colleagues across communications, client programmes, and pursuits to deliver integrated and impactful campaigns. Key Responsibilities Support the implementation of the firm's Clients and Markets strategy Work closely with partners and lawyers to develop and deliver effective business development and marketing plans Analyse market trends, client challenges, and competitor activity to help shape strategic direction and articulate the firm's positioning Identify opportunities to grow key client relationships and translate these into actionable BD initiatives Lead and support the delivery of marketing campaigns and cross-practice initiatives Collaborate with the Pursuits team on strategic tenders, pitches, and capability statements Manage budgets for the relevant practice area and ensure effective allocation of resources Support a broad range of marketing activities including directory submissions, awards, PR, events, email campaigns, and website content Contribute to wider marketing projects and initiatives to enhance client experience and drive performance About You Experience in a business development or marketing role, ideally within professional services Strong commercial awareness and the ability to understand client and market dynamics Confident stakeholder manager, with the ability to influence and challenge senior colleagues constructively Proactive, organised, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Strong communication skills, both written and verbal Resilient, adaptable, and solutions-focused Experience or interest in Private Wealth is advantageous About You You will be a proactive and commercially minded business development professional with experience in a professional services environment. Key requirements: Degree-level education (or equivalent experience) Proven experience in business development, marketing, or communications within professional services or a similar corporate environment Strong experience supporting finance-related practice areas is highly desirable Excellent written and verbal communication skills At Norfolk Capsey, we are committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for all candidates. If you have any specific requirements or need reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment journey, please let us know. Your needs are important to us, and we want to ensure an equitable experience for every candidate. ABOUT NORFOLK CAPSEY Norfolk Capsey is a professional services marketing & business development recruitment specialist. For over twenty five years we've been connecting talent with many leading professional services firms in the UK & internationally. Access our website for the latest vacancies and follow our LinkedIn page for vacancies & market updates.
May 02, 2026
Contractor
Business Development Manager - Private Wealth Location: London, Edinburgh or Bristol (Hybrid working) We are working with a leading UK professional services firm to recruit a Business Development Manager to support its highly regarded Private Wealth team. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded BD professional to play a key role in shaping and delivering strategic growth initiatives within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment. The Role As a Business Development Manager, you will provide strategic support, insight, and guidance to partners and lawyers, helping to drive business development activity and strengthen client relationships across the Private Wealth practice. Working as part of a wider Marketing and Business Development function, you will collaborate closely with colleagues across communications, client programmes, and pursuits to deliver integrated and impactful campaigns. Key Responsibilities Support the implementation of the firm's Clients and Markets strategy Work closely with partners and lawyers to develop and deliver effective business development and marketing plans Analyse market trends, client challenges, and competitor activity to help shape strategic direction and articulate the firm's positioning Identify opportunities to grow key client relationships and translate these into actionable BD initiatives Lead and support the delivery of marketing campaigns and cross-practice initiatives Collaborate with the Pursuits team on strategic tenders, pitches, and capability statements Manage budgets for the relevant practice area and ensure effective allocation of resources Support a broad range of marketing activities including directory submissions, awards, PR, events, email campaigns, and website content Contribute to wider marketing projects and initiatives to enhance client experience and drive performance About You Experience in a business development or marketing role, ideally within professional services Strong commercial awareness and the ability to understand client and market dynamics Confident stakeholder manager, with the ability to influence and challenge senior colleagues constructively Proactive, organised, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Strong communication skills, both written and verbal Resilient, adaptable, and solutions-focused Experience or interest in Private Wealth is advantageous About You You will be a proactive and commercially minded business development professional with experience in a professional services environment. Key requirements: Degree-level education (or equivalent experience) Proven experience in business development, marketing, or communications within professional services or a similar corporate environment Strong experience supporting finance-related practice areas is highly desirable Excellent written and verbal communication skills At Norfolk Capsey, we are committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for all candidates. If you have any specific requirements or need reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment journey, please let us know. Your needs are important to us, and we want to ensure an equitable experience for every candidate. ABOUT NORFOLK CAPSEY Norfolk Capsey is a professional services marketing & business development recruitment specialist. For over twenty five years we've been connecting talent with many leading professional services firms in the UK & internationally. Access our website for the latest vacancies and follow our LinkedIn page for vacancies & market updates.
