Job Title: Transfer Pricing Manager

Your new company
This is a leading international professional services firm, recognised for delivering audit, tax, and advisory solutions to a diverse client base. With a strong reputation for technical excellence and a collaborative culture, the firm offers an environment where ambitious professionals can thrive. The transfer pricing team works with multinational businesses across a wide range of sectors, providing innovative solutions to complex pricing challenges. Joining this organisation means becoming part of a forward-thinking firm that values expertise, integrity, and client care.

Your new role

6m FTC Tax Analyst required for large pharma business

Your new company

I’m working with a global pharma business who are looking to recruit a Tax Analyst on a 6-month FTC basis to help support the Director of European Tax on operational tax matters.

Your new role

The purpose of this role is to support the accurate, timely, and compliant preparation of financial, operational, and tax-related data needed for cross-border indirect tax (VAT/GST), direct tax, and transfer pricing compliance across multiple jurisdictions. The role focusses on gathering, checking, and organising data to ensure the group’s tax teams and external advisors have the information they need to meet statutory reporting requirements, reduce audit risk, and maintain alignment with OECD, EU, and local country tax rules.

Data Collection & Preparation

Gather financial and transactional data from ERP systems, shared drives, and business teams for use in VAT, corporate tax, and transfer pricing compliance.
Ensure completeness and accuracy of raw data before submission to tax teams or external advisors.
Preparing periodical TP adjustment calculations and cost allocation data for accounting close.

Indirect Tax (VAT) compliance Preparation

Extract and prepare VAT-relevant data such as taxable transactions, VAT codes, SII submissions (Spain), EC Sales Lists, and Intrastat.
Assist with identifying basic coding issues or anomalies and flag them to senior colleagues.

Direct Tax Support

Support accounting team in compiling data needed for annual corporate income tax returns including trial balance extracts, cost centre reports, and general ledger details.
Support in validation of CbCR and Globe minimum tax data, to be supplied to external providers.

Transfer Pricing Support

Prepare transaction listings, intercompany charge summaries, and other inputs required for transfer pricing documentation (Local File, Master File) under supervision.
Assist with extracting financial information for benchmarking or functional analyses.
Work with external providers to complete TP documentation write-ups.
Support in gathering information requests from our HQ needed for the further processing of APA.

What you’ll need to succeed

Qualified - ACA / ACCA / CTA
Hands on tax experience gained from an in-house environment

What you’ll get in return

Flexible working options available.

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.
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Job Title: Head of Corporate Finance Job Location: Glasgow

Your new company
This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading independent firm of Chartered Accountants based in Glasgow, known for its dynamic approach and commitment to delivering exceptional client service. The firm has built a strong reputation across Scotland and beyond, offering a comprehensive range of accountancy, audit, tax, and advisory services. As part of its strategic growth, the firm is seeking a visionary Head of Corporate Finance to lead and expand its thriving advisory division. This is a rare chance to join a business that blends tradition with innovation, and where entrepreneurial thinking is actively encouraged.

Your new role

Senior Finance Job - Chief Accountant - ACCA/CIMA/CIPFA - Technical Accounting

Role Overview

A large Local Authority is seeking a strategically minded, technically strong senior finance leader to oversee year end processes, statutory accounting, and continuous improvement across corporate finance services. The role leads the production of the annual Statement of Accounts, manages audits, ensures compliance with accounting standards, and provides expert technical advice across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead production of statutory accounts, VAT returns, government returns.
• Manage internal and external audit relationships and resolve audit queries.
• Oversee capital planning, corporate budget monitoring, and Collection Fund management.
• Support delivery of the Investment and Acquisition Strategy in partnership with Treasury.
• Improve financial systems, reporting, and internal controls.
• Provide high level technical accounting advice to senior leaders and Members.
• Lead and develop a team of finance professionals.

Candidate Profile

• CCAB qualified with substantial senior post qualification experience.
• Strong knowledge of local government finance, audit, and capital accounting.
• Proven leadership of high performing teams and complex financial operations.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills.
• Experience improving financial systems and applying financial legislation.
• Hybrid working is available
• Ideally 5+ years Local Government experience

Director or Partner for Global Mobility Tax Team in a Top International Firm of Chartered Accountants

Your new company
Join a prestigious international Chartered Accountancy firm renowned for its excellence in providing top-tier financial and advisory services. With a global presence and a commitment to innovation, the firm offers unparalleled opportunities for professional growth and development.
Your new role
As a Partner/Director in the Global Mobility Tax team, you will lead a dynamic group of professionals, providing strategic tax planning and compliance services to multinational clients. Your role will involve advising on complex cross-border tax issues, managing client relationships, and driving business development initiatives to expand our global footprint.
What you’ll need to succeed
To excel in this role, you will need:

• Extensive experience in global mobility tax, preferably within a top-tier accounting firm.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Proven track record in business development and client relationship management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Professional qualifications such as ICAS, ACCA, ICAEW, or equivalent.

What you’ll get in return
In return, you will receive a competitive salary package, performance-based bonuses, and comprehensive benefits. You will have the opportunity to work in a flexible and supportive environment that values work-life balance and professional growth.
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 on your career. #

This leading property management business is recruiting for a Head of Client Accounting

Your new company
Join a leading national property consultancy known for its collaborative culture and commitment to delivering high quality client service. You’ll be part of a growing Client Accounting function driving excellence across major contracts.

Your new role You’ll lead the Birmingham client accounting team, overseeing day to day financial operations, month end reporting, budgets, and forecasts. Acting as a senior technical expert, you’ll streamline processes, enhance KPIs, support contract mobilisation, and ensure RICS compliance while working closely with senior stakeholders.

R&D Tax Manager, CTA, ATT

Your new company
Hays client are one of the largest accountancy firms in Northern Ireland. We have over 29 years of experience, offering comprehensive accountancy solutions tailored to meet the diverse needs of businesses across the UK and Ireland.
We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented R&D Manager to oversee a portfolio of clients, ensuring the smooth processing of claims from inception to submission. In this role, you will lead a team, manage workflows, and ensure compliance with R&D criteria while maintaining high-quality reporting standards. You will also play a key role in client engagement, delivering educational seminars, improving record-keeping processes, and handling HMRC enquiries.

Your new role
Key ResponsibilitiesManage portfolio of clients from inception to review
Ensuring smooth processing of jobs from information collection through to submission
Organise workflow to ensure prompt completion of jobs
Manage team throughout the R&D process and ensure deadlines are met
Organise educational seminars with clients and present either in person or via Teams
Work with clients to improve their record keeping and approach
Interview clients with junior staff and ensure all R&D criterion are being met
Deal with any HMRC enquiries that may arise
Ensure Reports are complete and of a high standard before final review by Senior Tax Manager/Director
Assist in the training of junior staff
Business Development

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Degree level accreditation - engineering/software or other relevant technical area
Excellent report writing skills
Comfortable in client facing role
Up to date knowledge of relevant legislation and case law
Experience of R&D calculations preferable but not essential
Experience of working as part of a team and managing staff
Able to manage both staff and jobs to ensure all relevant deadlines are met

What you’ll need to succeed
BenefitsWe offer competitive salaries and benefits, including pension, benefits hub, and an agile working policy.
We provide continuous training and development opportunities, as well as mentoring and coaching from senior staff.
We have a diverse and inclusive culture, where you can work with colleagues from different backgrounds and perspectives.
We have a strong social responsibility ethos, and we support various charities and community initiatives
We have a fun and friendly atmosphere, where you can enjoy social events and team building.

What you’ll get in return
Flexible working options available.

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 on your career. #

Your next move: a varied, hands on in house tax role with great salary & benefits

Tax Analyst, Bournemouth/HybridSalary: DOE
Hybrid Working: 2 Days in the Bournemouth Office Full Time: 35 Hours per week
Permanent
Are you looking to take the next step in your tax career and join a fast paced, forward thinking organisation? Hays is delighted to support our client in recruiting a Tax Analyst to join their dynamic Group Tax team. This is an ideal first move in house for someone with a solid grounding in tax or finance who wants a varied, hands on role with fantastic career development opportunities.
About the RoleReporting to the Tax Manager, you will support across the full spectrum of business taxes - including Corporation Tax, VAT, Employment Taxes, IPT and international tax matters. You will gain exposure to a wide range of compliance responsibilities, financial reporting, tax governance and business partnering. This is a collaborative, people centred environment where your contribution will make a real impact.
Key Responsibilities
This is a great opportunity to build on your foundations and learn as you will be involved in the end to end management of various tax processes, including:

• Preparing VAT group returns, balance sheet reconciliations, and reviewing partial exemption and attribution details.
• Completing PAYE Settlement Agreement calculations and working closely with HR and other teams
• Managing preparation of UK corporation tax computations and reviewing tax sensitive expenditure
• Overseeing compliance for short term business visitors, liaising with international colleagues
• Assisting with tax accounting under IFRS, including liaising with audit teams and posting tax journals in SAGE.
• Maintaining dashboards for international tax reporting (CbCR, Pillar 2, transparency, transfer pricing)
• Ensuring strong tax governance controls and accurate documentation
• Acting as a trusted business partner, offering clear and practical tax guidance
• Supporting various ad hoc projects, including tax automation and process enhancements

What You Need to Thrive- Minimum 2 years’ experience in a finance role with some tax exposure and an interest in specialising in tax

• Strong Excel and data analysis skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• High attention to detail, strong organisation and the ability to juggle multiple priorities
• Proactive, adaptable and comfortable working in a fast moving environment

What’s in It for You?You’ll benefit from an impressive rewards package that includes:- Performance based bonus

• Pension up to 12% (6% employer match)
• Comprehensive health insurance
• Life assurance - 4x salary
• A wide range of additional perks, rewards and benefits
• Flexible working arrangements
• A supportive, collaborative workplace with strong wellbeing and development values
• This organisation is widely recognised as one of the Top 10 Best Places to Work and is committed to diversity, inclusion and sustainability.

How to ApplyIf you’re ready to take the next step in your tax career, apply today through Hays. #

Your new company
I am currently working with a Transportation company, and they are looking to hire a Senior Finance Business Partner. This is a great opportunity to join a fast-paced and commercial team, working closely with senior stakeholders.
Your new role
Reporting to the Head of Finance Business Partnering, your responsibilities will be:

• Lead the financial planning and analysis process for key business areas, including budgeting and forecasting
• Financial modelling and scenario planning
• Provide commercial and financial leadership on cross-functional initiatives
• Financial reporting and performance reviews
• Process improvements in financial systems to enhance efficiency and accuracy
• Work closely with executive stakeholders
• Mentor and support junior finance business partners and analysts

What you’ll need to succeed
You are currently a Finance Business Partner or Finance Manager in a heavy sector industry. Ideally, you have a background in the transportation sector. Excel is essential, Oracle Fusion is desirable.

Tax Manager or Senior Manager; Tax compliance and reporting - Nationwide

• Senior Manager / Manager - Tax Accounting & Risk Advisory Services
• Location: UK (Hybrid)
• Salary: Competitive + excellent benefits

Are you ready to take the next step in your tax career with a global leader in professional services? Hays is partnering with a major international firm to recruit an experienced Senior Manager or Manager for their expanding Tax Accounting and Risk Advisory Services (TARAS) team.
This is a rare opportunity to join a high performing practice that works with some of the world’s most prominent multinational organisations. You’ll play a key role in delivering complex tax accounting and reporting engagements, shaping advisory projects, and supporting clients through an increasingly demanding regulatory landscape.
Your New RoleAs a senior member of the TARAS team, you will:- Lead the delivery of complex tax compliance and reporting engagements, ensuring technical accuracy and exceptional quality

• Build and maintain strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor
• Manage a portfolio of advisory and consulting projects, ensuring timely and high quality delivery
• Collaborate with specialist tax teams across the wider business
• Support business development activity, converting opportunities into engagements
• Coach, mentor, and develop junior team members
• Contribute to internal initiatives that drive a high performance culture

What You’ll Need to SucceedWe’re looking for a driven, technically strong tax professional with:- Strong tax accounting skills and a solid understanding of relevant accounting standards

• Significant experience in UK tax accounting and group tax reporting
• A background in corporate tax, either in practice or in house
• Experience leading audit of tax engagements
• Proven capability in delivering complex advisory projects
• Understanding of tax process improvement and controls
• Excellent project management and stakeholder engagement skills
• Strong written and verbal communication
• A collaborative, people focused approach and the ability to thrive in a fast paced environment

Qualifications (one of the following):- ACA / CA / ACCA / CTA

• HMRC Tax Inspector (full Technical Training Course)
• Law qualification with relevant tax experience

What You’ll Get in ReturnYou’ll be joining a firm that genuinely invests in its people and offers:- Exposure to high profile international clients

• Clear career progression and opportunities to lead major projects
• Ongoing coaching, mentoring, and professional development
• Hybrid working with a minimum of two days in the office
• A competitive total rewards package
• An inclusive, supportive culture where you can be yourself and thrive

What You Need to Do NowIf you’re ready to lead, influence, and make a real impact in a global organisation, we want to hear from you.Apply today or contact your Hays consultant for a confidential discussion #

Exec Director of Finance - Birmingham - up to £70K

Your new company
You’ll be joining a Birmingham based Further Education organisation committed to delivering exceptional learning experiences and strong outcomes for its students and community. As Executive Director of Finance, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the organisation’s financial strategy and ensuring long term sustainability.

Client Manager (Senior Accountant) - Mid-Tier Accountancy Practice in South West London - ACA/ACCA qualified

Your new company

A medium-sized firm of Chartered Accountants that are renowned for being professional, motivated and client-focused and offer excellent career progression and development. They specialise in the owner-managed business market.

Your new role
Working closely with the Partners, you will be responsible for managing your own portfolio of clients and duties will include: preparation of year-end accounts, preparation of VAT returns, preparation of corporation tax and the preparation of management accounts.

What you’ll need to succeed

You will be an ACA or ACCA qualified with at least five years’ experience in public practice. You will have strong technical knowledge and possess excellent IT and communication skills.

What you’ll get in return

Along with an excellent salary and benefits package, you will have the opportunity to work in a growing, thriving organisation.

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 on your career. #

Corporate finance, corporate restructuring, chartered accountant

Job Description As part of the expansion of our Restructuring & Recovery (R&R) team in Belfast, we are seeking an ambitious and commercially aware Senior Manager / Associate Director to join our leading team. The successful candidate will work closely with the Head of R&R, supporting the delivery of complex restructuring and formal insolvency assignments while gaining exposure to high-profile clients and engagements. You will manage a portfolio of cases, including insolvencies, receiverships, and examinerships, and you will play a pivotal role in advising clients on optimal capital structures, debt refinancing, and formal restructuring processes. This position offers a strong opportunity for progression, including support towards obtaining an Insolvency Practitioner (IP) licence, as applicable.
Key Delivery Responsibilities

You will support the Head of R&R and Directors on restructuring and formal insolvency assignments.

• Case Management: Take responsibility for day-to-day delivery of insolvency and restructuring assignments from planning to execution, including administrations, liquidations (CVL and compulsory), receiverships, and bankruptcies.
• Strategic Planning: Develop and execute recovery strategies and implement solutions for underperforming businesses to determine the best outcome for stakeholders.
• Advisory: Advise clients on balance sheet restructuring, working capital issues, and debt refinancing. Prepare and review financial analysis, investigations, and statutory documentation.
• Stakeholder Management: Liaise with lenders, creditors, regulators and legal professionals.

Operational Oversight & Team Management

• Oversee and provide direct supervision to junior team members, ensuring high-quality output and adherence to deadlines across multiple assignments simultaneously.
• Contribute to training and mentoring within the team.
• Guide junior team members and review their work to ensure effective case progression.

Market & Business Development

• Support partners and directors in business development initiatives and pitching for new assignments.
• Build and maintain relationships within the local Belfast and wider UK markets and across Grant Thornton Advisors’ international platform.
• Contribute to the firm’s profile through participation in networking events and professional forums.

Requirements

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent professional qualification) or Insolvency Practitioner.
• 5+ years’ experience in a professional services firm focusing on corporate recovery, restructuring and insolvency.
• Strong technical knowledge of formal restructuring processes, UK Insolvency Act and Companies Act frameworks.
• Experience managing cases from initiation through to progression stages.
• Strong commercial awareness, excellent communication skills (written and verbal), and high-level IT proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Driven, with an ability to work on your own initiative, and capable of working in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organisational and project management skills with experience engaging with creditors, lenders and management teams.

Our Benefits Please follow this link for information on our generous benefits package.

Hays Client provides equitable opportunities for all our colleagues. We are a responsible, sustainable business where equity, diversity and inclusion (ED&I) are at the forefront of our workplace culture agenda, and today, we continue to build and develop on our existing ED&I structure and strategy to meet our workplace culture needs. People are at the heart of our business and teams built with varied individuals present diverse viewpoints, which need to be heard and valued.

We are all at our best when we are able to be ourselves, and we view integrity and authenticity as integral values to bring to our day-to-day work-life at the firm. We are excited to see the personality and perspectives you will bring to our team because we know we will all benefit from them. Diversity of thought, background and experience enables better decision-making, improves the quality of our delivery, and helps us to meet the needs of our clients. Our firm is built on people and their ideas, so we want to hear all the new perspectives and fresh thinking you have to offer. You form the bedrock of our firm’s best-practice principles and we will champion you as leaders from day one.

Reward And Benefits Our reward and benefits are designed to create an environment where our people can flourish. We are committed to building a culture where our people have access to the necessary benefits to help promote a healthy lifestyle and thrive.

Recognition We want to create a culture of recognition and celebrating success, by saying thank you to people who surpass our expectations and recognising the right values and behaviours. Our Shout-Out recognition scheme is our way of highlighting and promoting achievements. Whether you simply want to say thank you, celebrate a special occasion or give an award for doing something exceptional, you can do all of this and more through the scheme. #

Finance Business Partner - £42,000 - Stevenage

Finance Business Partner£42,000 + pension Full time, Permanent
Stevenage / Hitchin + multi siteAt Hays Accountancy & Finance, we’re proud to be supporting our client in the search for a proactive and commercially minded Finance Business Partner. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on collaborating with operational teams, driving financial performance, and contributing to long term organisational success.
Working as part of a dedicated finance team, you’ll partner with managers across the business to deliver insightful analysis, strengthen financial controls, and support strategic decision making.
The Role

• Provide expert financial business partnering to budget holders, helping them understand management accounts and performance.
• Lead forecasting discussions, analyse variances, and support consolidation of annual group forecasts.
• Produce monthly payroll analysis, highlight discrepancies, and support managers in understanding staffing commitments.
• Maintain the General Ledger, Purchase Ledger, Sales Ledger and Fixed Asset Register with accurate and timely entries.
• Oversee weekly cash flow updates and maintain a rolling 36 month cash flow forecast.
• Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations, investigating anomalies prior to review.
• Support statutory financial statements and regulatory returns while contributing to audit and governance improvements.
• Provide ad hoc financial analysis to support business cases and strategic decisions.

Candidate Profile

• At least five years’ experience working within a finance environment, ideally in a partnering or management reporting role.
• AAT qualified, recently qualified, or studying towards a professional accountancy qualification.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills with the ability to communicate clearly and collaborate effectively across teams.
• A proactive, organised approach with the ability to see tasks through to completion and drive continuous improvement.

If you’re looking for an opportunity where your insight and influence can make a measurable difference, we’d love to hear from you.Apply today, or contact Hays Accountancy & Finance for a confidential discussion. #

Senior Finance Manager International Bank

Your new company:

A leading international independent bank operating across Asia, the UK, and the US. The organisation focusses on digital transformation, cross boundary banking, and sustainability, with an ambition to reach net zero emissions by 2050.
Your new role:
You will support the Finance Director and oversee the day to day finance function for the UK entity. This includes full ownership of management and financial reporting, regulatory submissions, budgeting and forecasting, and continuous process improvement, particularly around financial systems. You will manage a team of six and act as Deputy to the Finance Director when required.
Key responsibilities:

• Full ownership of financial reporting, including balance sheet oversight and audit management
• Lead the month end close process and ensure timely delivery of MI and financial statements
• Manage all regulatory reporting (BOE, PRA, AEoI)Support budgeting and financial planning activities
• Drive system improvements and assist with new system implementations
• Manage and develop a team of six

What you’ll need to succeed:

You will be a fully qualified accountant with strong experience in banking or broader financial services, ideally gained within a small or medium sized bank, where you will have broad exposure across the finance function. You must have hands on experience with month end close, balance sheet management, team leadership, and strong knowledge of financial reporting. Experience with Power BI and FP&A is also beneficial. You will enjoy improving processes and developing a high performing team.
What you’ll get in return:
An opportunity to join a well established international bank with an excellent reputation. The role offers a competitive salary, strong benefits, and requires four days per week in the office.

What you need to do now:
If you’re interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to upload your CV, or call us to discuss. If this role isn’t quite right for you, but you are exploring new opportunities, please contact us for a confidential conversation.

Join a top 40 UK accountancy firm with ambitious growth plans and a people-first culture.

Your new company
This is a well-established and rapidly expanding accountancy firm ranked amongst the top 40 in the UK. With offices across Central and Southern England, the firm is known for delivering tailored financial solutions to a diverse client base, including ambitious entrepreneurs and high-net-worth individuals. The business places strong emphasis on innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement-both in client service and internal culture.

Your new role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an
Audit RI Associate Director to join the audit division. TYou’ll lead a portfolio of audit clients, drive business development, and contribute to strategic planning. The role involves:

• Expanding the client base in the Farnham region
• Leading marketing and networking initiatives
• Collaborating with senior leadership to enhance audit services
• Monitoring team performance and KPIs
• Managing and mentoring audit staff
• Contributing to the firm’s audit strategy and growth plans
• Strengthening international network relationships

What you’ll need to succeed

• UK RI status or desire to obtain
• At least 5-7 years of post-qualification audit experience in a mid-tier or medium-sized firm
• Strong technical expertise across audit disciplines
• Proven leadership in managing audit teams and client relationships
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• A commercial mindset and confidence in client-facing engagements

What you’ll get in return
You’ll be part of a forward-thinking firm with a supportive and inclusive culture. The company offers:

• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Career development through a structured leadership programme
• A competitive benefit package includes:
  • 25 days holiday plus options to buy/sell days
  • Flexible bank holidays
  • Additional leave with service
  • Annual wellbeing day
  • Health and wellbeing support
  • Discounts across major retailers
  • Health cash plan
  • Electric vehicle scheme
  • Pension and life assurance
  • Enhanced family leave policies

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 on your career. #

Global Finance Analyst for a PE backed Marketing Design Agency in London

Your new company
A PE backed marketing and design agency in London is hiring a Global Finance Analyst, a newly created role driven by continued organic growth.

Your new role

Leads EMCCA’s corporate finance, MTFS, capital strategy, audit, controls and high level financial leadership

Your new company

The East Midlands Combined County Authority (EMCCA) is the strategic regional authority for Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Derby and Nottingham.

Your new role

We are proud to be working exclusively on a retained basis with the East Midlands Combined County Authority (EMCCA) to appoint a visionary and strategically minded Head of Corporate Finance. This is a high impact leadership role at the heart of a rapidly developing organisation with a bold regional mission.
As EMCCA continues to grow, this role offers the chance to shape financial strategy, lead an ambitious team, and influence major investment programmes across the region.
As Head of Corporate Finance, you will provide strategic leadership across EMCCA’s entire Corporate Finance function-driving excellence, strengthening governance, and ensuring the Authority’s financial strategies and statutory obligations are delivered to the highest standard.
You will lead the development and delivery of the Medium Term Financial Strategy (MTFS), provide oversight of capital and revenue monitoring, and ensure EMCCA’s financial planning, accounting and reporting frameworks remain robust and fit for purpose.
With responsibility for a small but talented team, you will cultivate a high performing culture and work collaboratively across the organisation, partnering with the Head of Financial Services and Finance Business Partners to ensure seamless financial operations.This is a senior, politically restricted post, reporting directly to the Finance Director and playing a key role in organisational leadership and direction.

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for all Corporate Finance activity.
• Own and deliver the MTFS, capital strategy and oversight of financial planning.
• Lead and develop a high performing finance team through growth and change.
• Oversee budgeting, strategic financial planning, and financial performance reporting.
• Ensure statutory compliance including production of the Statement of Accounts and liaison with external auditors.
• Maintain strong financial governance, controls and risk management.
• Drive efficiency, value for money and continuous improvement across the function.
• Lead financial appraisal of business cases, investment proposals and commercial activity.
• Ensure alignment of financial planning with EMCCA’s strategic goals and governance frameworks.
• Build strong relationships across partner authorities and EMCCA leadership.
• Lead AP/AR functions and ensure the integrity of EMCCA’s financial systems

What you’ll need to succeed

You will be an outstanding finance leader with the credibility, resilience and influence to operate at senior level within a political and complex organisational landscape. You bring:

• Significant experience as a Senior Finance Leader in a local authority or comparably complex organisation.
• A track record of shaping and delivering financial strategy.
• Strong understanding of legislation, regulations, and professional standards (e.g. CIPFA).
• Experience driving financial transformation and improvement.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate high performing teams.
• Excellent political awareness and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Fully qualified CCAB accountant with evidence of ongoing CPD.

A leadership or management qualification is desirable.

What you’ll get in return
Flexible working options available.

What you need to do now

As EMCCA’s exclusive recruitment partner, we are managing the full recruitment process.
To discuss this role confidentially
Please contact: #

Flexible Financial Controller role leading finance and improving controls in the commercial healthcare sector

Your new company
My client is a s pecialist organisation operating within the scientific and healthcare support sector. With a dedicated UK team and the backing of a wider European group, the business is strengthening its internal finance capabilities and bringing more responsibility in house. This newly created role is central to that development and offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a small, collaborative environment.

Your new role
As the Financial Controller, you will take responsibility for leading and developing the finance function, providing technical expertise and ensuring robust financial governance across the business. In this hands on and varied role, you will:

• Produce accurate, timely financial reporting and analysis
• Maintain strong internal controls and manage statutory obligations
• Lead successful external audits
• Improve processes and drive operational efficiencies
• Support and guide colleagues within the finance team
• Bring outsourced finance activities in house
• Support R&D tax relief claims

This is a chance to shape the finance function within a growing organisation and to work closely with operational and senior stakeholders.

What you’ll need to succeed
To succeed in this role, you will be a fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA), ideally with a strong technical grounding and a precise, structured approach to your work. You should be confident in leading audits, producing accurate financial reporting and managing a broad, hands on financial remit. Strong communication and leadership skills are important, as you will be supporting and mentoring colleagues within a small team. Experience within a scientific, healthcare or operationally focused environment would be helpful, and familiarity with R&D tax relief processes would be a valuable advantage, though not essential.

What you’ll get in return
In return, you will receive a competitive salary alongside a genuinely flexible working arrangement, with the option to work from 20 hours per week up to full time. You will enjoy significant autonomy to shape the finance function and influence improvements across the wider organisation. The environment is collaborative, supportive and purpose driven.

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. #

Head of Finance, Teesside

Your new company
My global client is looking to appoint a Head of Finance for their Teesside operation.
Your new role
The Head of Finance serves as a senior leader within the plant’s management team, overseeing all financial operations including accounting, planning and analysis, cost control, asset management, and strategic financial support. The role is critical in guiding the site toward strong financial performance, operational efficiency, and adherence to wider corporate requirements. This leader ensures the integrity of financial data and the effectiveness of financial systems, processes, and controls.
Key ResponsibilitiesCore duties include, but are not limited to:

• Partner with senior leaders across Operations, Manufacturing, and Sales to enhance financial performance and support strategic decision making.
• Direct the monthly financial close and ensure timely, accurate financial reporting in line with accounting standards.
• Present financial outcomes and key performance metrics to senior management, highlighting risks, opportunities, and recommended actions to strengthen profitability and financial health.
• Lead the creation of the annual budget, long range financial plans, and recurring forecasts, including margin analysis.
• Provide financial evaluations for new and existing customer agreements. Deliver analysis that supports pricing decisions, customer proposals, and investment choices.
• Review and assess capital expenditure proposals, ensuring value creation and sound return on investment.
• Analyse pricing compliance and ensure alignment with the organisation’s pricing policies.
• Work with functional leaders to identify and deliver cost savings, productivity improvements, and headcount efficiencies.
• Manage key working capital elements-inventory, receivables, and payables-to support business liquidity and performance.
• Continuously assess financial systems and processes to improve efficiency, strengthen controls, and enhance reporting capabilities.
• Oversee cost accounting activities and maintain consistent application of cost standards.
• Ensure strong internal control practices and compliance with SOX requirements. Support both internal and external audit activities.
• Lead, coach, and develop finance team members. Foster a collaborative environment that promotes communication, learning, and effective succession planning.
• Lead or contribute to cross functional projects as assigned.
• Ensure adherence to all relevant tax regulations, including payroll and statutory requirements.

What you’ll need to succeed

A large food manufacturer based in Hessle is recruiting a Project Accountant

A large food manufacturer with a site based in Hessle, is recruiting a Project Accountant to aid with the implementation of a new ERP system.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone that is looking to advance their career in an organisation that is keen to promote from within.

Your key responsibilities will include:

Project Financial Management

• Lead financial oversight for capital and operational projects from business case through to completion.
• Prepare, review, and challenge project budgets, forecasts, and ROI analysis.
• Track project spend vs. budget, highlighting variances and risks early.

Business Partnering

• Work closely with project managers, engineers, and operational leads to provide financial insight and decision support.
• Attend project meetings, offering clear financial updates and recommendations.
• Translate financial data into actionable insights for non finance stakeholders.

Reporting & Analysis

• Produce monthly project performance reports, dashboards, and commentary.
• Support scenario modelling, sensitivity analysis, and investment appraisals.
• Maintain accurate project records, commitments, and accruals.

Governance & Compliance

• Ensure projects follow internal governance frameworks and approval processes.
• Support audit requirements and maintain strong financial controls.
• Monitor supplier contracts, purchase orders, and invoice flows to ensure compliance and accuracy.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve project reporting, financial processes, and cost control.
• Contribute to wider finance transformation or systems improvement initiatives

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