To be a partner to the MD supporting profitable business growth. This role will have a strong cash focus and use data analysis and insights to support business decision making.

Client Details

My client is a well established UK based advanced manufacturing company. They provide a “one-stop” service, meaning everything from design to final part production is handled in-house across Northamptonshire.

Description

Responsibilities

• Prepare and publish accurate monthly management accounts within 5 working days
• Prepare and publish accurate company and group annual accounts within 4 months of year end
• Support system-based bookkeeping with minimum manual intervention
• Provide information to internal and external stakeholders as required
• Control costs to ensure profitability increases more than revenue
• Ensure that necessary financial controls are in place and followed (credit control, payment of suppliers; stock control; WIP)
• Use SAGE effectively to support management decision making and reduce administrative costs; responsible for company’s financial and ERP software (SAGE).
• Accurate, timely management accounts (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow and management reports): sales, cost and profit analysis
• Liaise with auditors and reduce spend in this area
• Prepare annual budgets
• Work with funding banks and shareholders

Profile

Requirements (knowledge, skill, and experience)

• Qualified/ qualified-by-experience accountant (ACA or CIMA) with 5 years PQE essential.
• Experience with SAGE essential.
• Manufacturing and automotive industry experience desirable.
• Strong Excel, Outlook, Word skills.
• Nice to have: experience with Power Apps and Power BI; AI interest.
• Strong communication skills
• Team player

Job Offer

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to grow their finance career in a no.1 capacity, with full exposure to an SME business and working closely with the MD.

Whats on offer:

Competitive basic salary + bonus and additional benefits

Accelerated career development

Head of Financial Planning & Strategy
London (Hybrid)
Contact -3-6 Months

A leading, globally recognised research organisation is seeking a Head of Financial Planning & Strategy to drive financial insight, performance and strategic decision-making.

Reporting to the Director of Finance, you will lead a high-performing team and play a key role in shaping long-term financial planning, budgeting and forecasting, while partnering closely with senior stakeholders and trustees.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading financial planning, budgeting and long-term forecasting
• Delivering insightful analysis to support strategic decision-making
• Overseeing business partnering and research finance teams
• Supporting investment decisions through financial modelling and business cases
• Enhancing reporting, business intelligence and performance insight
• Supporting ongoing finance transformation, including a current ERP implementation

You will be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with strong experience in financial planning and business partnering within a complex organisation. Strong stakeholder engagement, leadership and analytical skills are essential.

Experience of ERP implementations is highly desirable, particularly Oracle.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a purpose-led organisation and make a meaningful impact.

Salary - competitive depending on level & experience Hours - Monday to Friday, 36 hours per week with flexi hours & hybrid working Holiday - 25 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays) increasing by an additional days' holiday from the start of the next holiday year for each completed year of service to a maximum of 5 additional days plus birthday day off and public holidays in England and Wales. We can only accept applications from candidates who are based in the UK and unfortunately we are unable to provide Sponsorship. About the Audit Manager role 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. Are you an ambitious qualified accountant with audit experience, looking for a new challenge? If you are, then we have a great role for you at our Leeds office. This is an opportunity to join a talented group of individuals, offering a great external audit service to a range of clients in the SME sector. The role comes with fantastic career development opportunities and a supportive culture where individuals are empowered to do their best. The level of responsibility will vary depending on the experience of the successful candidate but this is an exciting opportunity to be part of an ambitious & growing team. Key responsibilities will include but are not limited to: take a lead on or manage the audit process from planning through to completion and review the work of more junior colleagues to deliver high quality audits to our clients in the SME sector, prepare a job to meaningful and realistic budgets, assist in the development of others, particularly trainees through providing thoughtful feedback on jobs, offering coaching and support as necessary, build relationships with the clients so that you are the "go-to" person and manage their expectations, their audit, and our team to deliver robust, high-quality audits, effectively manage Partner expectations, communicating regularly on progress of jobs, identifying and delivering added value services to the clients to help them prosper, be a role model and mentor to trainees and Senior's within the team. About you We are looking for candidates with the following skills and experience: previous experience of working in audit for a UK accountancy practice is essential, experience of auditing SME clients, ACA or ACCA qualified, Good technical knowledge, eg UK GAAP, FRS102, IFRS and ISA's, enjoy working as part of a team and developing effective, long-lasting working relationships at all levels, tech-savvy, proficient in all Microsoft packages, knowledge of CCH would be great, a pro-active approach to tasks whether they are big or small, motivated by a fast-paced environment, excited to immerse yourself in our culture and business, excellent interpersonal & communication skills, must have own car and full driving licence. Full benefits available for the Audit Manager pension scheme, group life assurance 4 x salary, career progression, birthday day off and Christmas shutdown, social functions and events, flexible and hybrid working, client referral fee for clients introduced yourself and not via our central marketing channels, access to our employee benefits portal - GP and prescription services, cashback and vouchers on everyday purchases, employee assistance programme, employee Referral Bonus - we're always looking for talented individuals to join our team, regular training and development - continuous development and support not only for your professional qualifications but also for your personal goals and aspirations. About us 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.

Our partner, a well-established international organisation, is seeking an experienced senior finance leader to provide strategic support during a period of organisational transition.

This is a high-impact interim role, working closely with the CEO, senior leadership team and Board to ensure that planned changes to the organisation s operating model are financially robust, evidence-based and deliverable.

The organisation is evolving its structure and ways of working in response to changes in the external funding environment and a desire to strengthen delivery across its global network. This role will play a key part in ensuring that financial planning, modelling and controls support this transition effectively.

Core Responsibilities

• Lead the development of a robust, evidence-based financial view of current and future operating approaches, including multi-year modelling, key assumptions and scenario analysis
• Translate organisational priorities into a clear and sustainable financial framework, ensuring affordability, resilience and alignment with available resources
• Support the organisation through a period of transition by strengthening financial planning, budgeting and forecasting processes
• Provide oversight of financial governance, ensuring appropriate controls, risk management and decision-making frameworks remain effective throughout
• Work closely with senior leadership to integrate financial insight into strategic planning and organisational decision-making
• Deliver clear, credible financial narratives and analysis to support Board-level discussions and build confidence among key stakeholders
• Support the organisation in embedding practical, sustainable financial processes and approaches that will underpin future ways of working

Required Experience

• Significant senior finance experience (CFO or equivalent), with a strong technical foundation and the ability to operate comfortably at both strategic and detailed levels
• Proven expertise in financial modelling, scenario analysis and business case development, including building and interrogating complex, multi-year financial models
• Experience supporting organisations through periods of change or transformation, ensuring financial plans are robust, affordable and deliverable
• Strong track record of working closely with senior leadership and Boards, providing clear, credible financial insight and building confidence in decision-making
• Demonstrated ability to bring a calm, structured and pragmatic approach in complex or sensitive environments, balancing pace with control and attention to detail

Working Arrangements

• Part-time from April - December, starting at 3 days/week.
• UK-based with hybrid/remote working
• The role will work alongside both interim and incoming permanent finance leadership

Your new companyYou’ll be joining a large, well-established North West-based housing provider with a significant property portfolio and a strong social purpose. The organisation operates across multiple regions, delivers new homes each year, and maintains a clear long-term commitment to financial strength, strategic investment, and community impact. With a collaborative culture and a modern, flexible working approach, the organisation is known for empowering colleagues and driving continuous improvement across all areas of Finance.Your new roleAs Interim Head of Financial Planning you will take a senior leadership position at the heart of the organisation’s financial strategy. Your remit spans treasury management, long-term business planning, FP&A leadership, and development finance oversight. You will ensure the organisation’s multi-decade financial plan is robust, affordable, and aligned to strategic objectives, while also driving strong financial control and assurance across the development programme. A major focus of the role is the full FP&A cycle - leading the 30-year plan, annual budget, quarterly forecasting, and performance analysis. You will work closely with Finance Business Partners, senior leaders and operational teams to provide high-quality insight, challenge assumptions, and support informed decision-making across the organisation. This is a hybrid role offering flexible home working.

• Lead the design and maintenance of a robust 30-year financial plan that reflects current and future business activity.
• Deliver effective treasury management in line with the treasury strategy, maintaining strong relationships with lenders and advisors.
• Integrate reporting and cashflow forecasting into the wider financial planning framework.
• Own the full budgeting and forecasting framework, ensuring high-quality analysis across all planning horizons.
• Partner with Finance Business Partners to align annual budgets with long-term financial capacity.
• Produce clear, insightful financial reporting to support senior leadership and board-level decision-making.
• Build and maintain reporting and KPI frameworks for ongoing monitoring of development activity.
• Act as the subject-matter expert for treasury, long-term financial planning and development finance, including ownership of the BRIXX model.
• Drive best practice, benchmarking and continuous improvement across the Finance function.
• Contribute to the wider Finance leadership team, supporting cross-functional initiatives and ensuring organisation-wide financial integrity.

What you’ll need to succeed

• Significant senior experience in FP&A/financial planning and development finance.
• Proven ability to produce high-quality long-term financial plans, budgets, forecasts and strategic performance reporting.
• Strong leadership capability with experience developing high-performing teams.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage and influence non-financial stakeholders.
• Strong financial modelling skills and proficiency with systems such as BRIXX, Proval or Sequel.
• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Experience within housing or a regulated, asset-based environment is advantageous.

What you’ll get in returnYou will receive a competitive salary up to £96,000, alongside a 35-hour working week and 40 days annual leave including bank. The benefits package includes a pension scheme with employer-matched contributions of up to 10%, a flexible working environment and a comprehensive healthcare plan. What you need to do nowIf you’re interested in this role, please click “apply” and we will revert to the most relevant applications as soon as possible.If this job isn’t quite right for you, but you’re an accountant looking for a new job in finance, please contact Benjamin Stanton at the Hays Senior Finance team in Manchester.

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Your new companyYou’ll be joining a forward thinking, international organisation with a strong focus on innovation, technology and continuous improvement. The finance team is collaborative, commercially minded and plays a key role in shaping how the group operates.Your new role As Group Finance Manager, you will take ownership of management accounting for the Group Services entity. This is a broad and influential role that blends technical accounting, transfer pricing, business partnering and statutory reporting. The role includes:

• Manage monthly income and cost accounting across a large international footprint.
• Reconcile key balance sheet accounts and deliver monthly reporting.
• Partner with stakeholders to explain variances and improve processes.
• Build scalable transfer-pricing processes and support internal and external audits.
• Maintain and enhance the Group IT recharge model.
• Deliver accurate quarterly recharges and pass through cost accounting.
• Own balance sheet controls for the Group Services entity.
• Lead relevant areas of group and local audits.
• Support statutory accounts preparation and tax related disclosures.

What you’ll need to succeedWe are looking for a technically strong accountant that is qualified in either ACA, ACCA or CIMA. This could suit someone that has worked in practice and industry, potentially as a second-time mover, or someone that is used to working in a group structure. You should have good communication skills with the ability to partner with various stakeholders across the organisation. What you’ll get in returnYou only need to be in the office 1-2 days per week, with the rest being hybrid working. They are plenty of opportunities to progress in this newly created role but also across the wider group. In addition, there is a bonus scheme and good additional benefits. 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.

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Financial Controller - Luxury Hospitality Brand

Salary: Up to £85,000 per annum Hybrid Working - 4 Days per Week Location: London

An exceptional opportunity has arisen to join a prestigious luxury hospitality brand as Financial Controller. This is a key leadership position within a highly respected, design-led business experiencing significant growth and ongoing investment.

Reporting to the Director of Finance, you will play a pivotal role in elevating the finance function, ensuring robust controls, and supporting commercial decision-making across the organisation. You will lead a talented finance team of around 10, delivering excellence across all operational finance areas.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day finance operations and manage a team of 10.
• Own the Balance Sheet, P&L, Cashflow and end-to-end month-end process.
• Oversee lender and covenant reporting, statutory accounts and VAT returns.
• Maintain a strong control environment and drive process, systems and control improvements.
• Deliver variance analysis, KPI reporting and financial insights.
• Oversee CAPEX / FF&E and ongoing capital projects.
• Review and authorise POs, expenses, refunds and banking transactions.
• Lead year-end audit and internal audit requirements.
• Produce balance sheet reconciliations and group consolidations.
• Support budgeting and forecasting cycles.
• Coach and develop the finance team.
• Partner with the Director of Finance on ad hoc projects.

Person Specification

• ACA, CIMA or ACCA qualification, with experience working in industry.
• Strong background within an operational finance team or experience leading a finance function in a hotel, luxury hospitality, or retail environment
• Exceptional communication skills, able to engage confidently with finance and non-finance colleagues.
• High levels of emotional intelligence, resilience, and a proactive approach.
• A genuine passion for the luxury hospitality sector.
• Comfort working hands-on in a fast-paced SME environment.

If this opportunity aligns with your experience and career aspirations, please apply -we’d love to hear from you.

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

Retail Finance Manager£60,000 - £70,000 + BenefitsKensington, London (4 days in the office, 1 from home)Our client, an exciting, high-growth consumer brand are looking to appoint a talented and highly ambitious Finance Manager into their expanding team.This is a fantastic opportunity to join a fast-paced, entrepreneurial business that's scaling internationally and building a truly standout presence in its market. You'll be stepping into a highly visible role with real ownership, working closely with senior leadership and influencing key commercial decisions.The RoleThis is a hands-on Finance Manager position with a strong focus on month-end reporting, financial control and process improvement within a dynamic and evolving environment.Key areas of responsibility include:Owning the month-end close and delivering accurate, insightful management accountsFull responsibility for balance sheet integrity, including reconciliations, accruals and intercompanyManaging cashflow reporting and working capitalOverseeing AP/AR processes and strengthening financial controlsLeading on VAT compliance and supporting wider tax processesDriving automation and process improvements to support scalePartnering with Commercial, Supply Chain and Operations teamsCollaborating with and overseeing an offshore finance functionAbout YouFully qualified (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)Strong technical grounding with proven balance sheet ownershipExperience in FMCG, retail, e-commerce or a high-growth SME environment preferredConfident managing month-end in a fast-paced settingStrong Excel skills and a track record of improving processes/systemsProactive, hands-on and comfortable in a scale-up environmentWhy This Role?Join a rapidly scaling, international brand at an exciting stage of growthHigh level of ownership and exposure to senior stakeholdersOpportunity to shape processes and build scalable finance operationsCollaborative, energetic and entrepreneurial cultureExcellent benefits package and flexible working environmentAGY - Vitae Financial RecruitmentWe Exist To Be Different - Membership NOT Registration

SF Recruitment are partnering with a fast-paced, growing organisation in the West Midlands to recruit a commercially focused Finance Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified accountant looking to step into a broad role with exposure to senior stakeholders and genuine opportunity to influence business performance.

Reporting into the Head of Finance, you will take ownership of core financial reporting while supporting strategic decision-making across the business. This is a hands-on position suited to someone who thrives in a dynamic environment. Key Responsibilities

• Preparation of monthly P&L and Balance Sheet in line with Group reporting deadlines
• Ownership of balance sheet reconciliations and ensuring financial integrity
• Support year-end statutory accounts and liaise with external auditors
• Cashflow reporting and treasury management
• Partner with FP&A on forecasts and budgeting cycles
• Work closely with operational teams to drive commercial insight
• Improve and document finance processes and controls
• Lead and develop members of the finance team
• Deliver efficiency and continuous improvement projects

About You

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)
• Strong financial reporting and cashflow management experience
• Excellent Excel and data manipulation skills
• Commercially minded with strong business partnering ability
• Confident communicator with experience leading or mentoring a team
• Proactive, ambitious and able to meet tight deadlines

This role offers a mix of office and home working with an expectation of 3 days a week in the office. If this role is of interest, please click apply!

Location: FavershamSalary: £55,000 - £65,000 (dependent on experience)Work Pattern: HybridAre you an Audit Senior or Assistant Manager looking to step up into a Manager role, or an existing Manager keen to take on a broader, more varied portfolio?Do you want the opportunity to take real ownership of your audits, build strong client relationships, and play a key role within a growing team?If you’re looking to join a well-established, specialist firm with a strong and expanding pipeline of work, this could be a great next step.What’s great about this Audit Manager role?

• Strong pipeline of audit work, including larger group structures
• Flexibility to focus on pure audit or combine with accounts work
• Opportunity to step up from Senior level into a Manager role
• Exposure to a varied client base, including agricultural businesses and large groups
• Supportive environment with clear progression opportunities
• Hybrid and flexible working

This is a growing and well-regarded firm with a strong presence in niche sectors, continuing to invest in its audit function following an increase in new client wins.Your role as Audit Manager You will take ownership of a portfolio of audit clients, managing assignments from planning through to completion, while working closely with both clients and internal teams.This is a predominantly managerial role, focused on overseeing audits, coordinating teams, and ensuring high-quality delivery, with some involvement in the technical side where required.Day to day, you will:

• Manage a portfolio of audit clients, including larger group structures
• Plan and schedule audit assignments, ensuring deadlines are met
• Allocate work across the team and oversee delivery
• Review audit files and ensure compliance with standards
• Act as a key point of contact for clients, building strong relationships
• Support and guide junior team members on assignments
• Get involved in audit work where required
• Work collaboratively with Partners and the wider team

What you’ll need to succeed

• ACA or ACCA qualified
• Strong audit experience within practice
• Experience managing or reviewing audit assignments
• Confident working with a range of clients, including larger groups
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• A proactive and client-focused approach
• For those stepping up, experience operating at Senior level with exposure to managing audits and mentoring juniors would be beneficial.

The package

• Competitive salary and pension
• Modern open plan offices, with free on-site parking
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Hybrid and flexible working
• Supportive team environment and ongoing development
• Clear progression opportunities within a growing firm

If you are ready for more ownership, clearer progression and a firm where you can genuinely make an impact, get in touch with Danielle Daymond at Pro Finance directly. Interviews are being arranged shortly.

As an employer, we are committed to ensuring the representation of people from all backgrounds regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, or any other aspect which makes them unique. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply and would encourage you to let us know if there are steps, we can take to ensure that your recruitment process enables you to present yourself in a way that makes you comfortable.

Interim Finance Director position with unique opportunity to join a well known Global brand on an overseas project.

Client Details

Our client is a well-known Retail brand recognised as one of the leading specialists within their market both in the UK and globally. The business has built a reputation on innovation driven growth and expanded globally after early UK success and now have an opportunity for an Interim Finance Director to join their team.

Description

• Provide strategic financial advice to support key business decisions.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies.
• Lead and manage the accounting and finance team effectively.
• Develop and implement financial strategies to drive business growth.
• Monitor cash flow and ensure optimal financial health of the organisation.
• Collaborate with senior management to align financial objectives with company goals.
• Identify and mitigate financial risks to safeguard company assets.

Profile

• A professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, or CIMA).
• Proven experience within the Retail industry.
• Fluent in Spanish.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage a team remotely.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• In-depth knowledge of financial regulations and compliance requirements specific to Spanish legislation.
• A strategic mindset with a focus on driving business success.

Job Offer

Competitive salary and excellent benefits package offered.

International travel to Spain one week per month.

Travel costs will be subsidised by the company,

Are you a technically strong Financial Accountant or an ambitious Finance Manager looking to step into a high-growth, private equity-backed environment?

We’re partnering with a dynamic, PE-backed business experiencing significant growth, both organically and through acquisition. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking finance team where you’ll play a key role in driving financial control, improving processes, and supporting strategic decision-making.

The Role

Reporting directly into senior leadership, you’ll take ownership of financial reporting and controls, while gaining exposure to commercial finance and business strategy.

Key responsibilities include:

• Ownership of monthly management accounts and group reporting
• Leading the year-end process and liaising with external auditors
• Ensuring strong financial controls and compliance
• Supporting budgeting and forecasting processes
• Driving process improvements across finance systems and reporting
• Partnering with key stakeholders across the business
• Supporting M&A activity and integration (where applicable)

About You

• Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)
• Strong technical accounting background (practice or industry)
• Experience in a fast-paced, growth or PE-backed environment is highly desirable
• Proactive, commercially minded, and keen to add value beyond the numbers
• Strong Excel and systems skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities

What’s on Offer

• Opportunity to work in a high-growth, PE-backed business
• Clear progression pathway towards senior leadership
• Exposure to strategic projects and commercial decision-making
• Hybrid working and a collaborative, high-performing culture
• Competitive salary, bonus, and benefits package

If you’re looking for a role where you can genuinely make an impact and accelerate your career, we’d love to hear from you.

Morgan McKinley is supporting a high-growth international group with a significant footprint in North America seeking a technically robust Finance Manager. This role is a temp-to-perm placement designed for a professional who thrives in a fast-paced, site-based environment and possesses niche expertise in US reporting and compliance.

This is a fully on site role paying £55,000 - £60,000 per annum doe

Responsibilities

• Act as the lead for the group’s North American reporting, ensuring all monthly and annual filings are compliant with US GAAP.
• Oversight of complex US tax requirements across multiple states, managing Nexus, state-specific corporate filings, and franchise taxes.
• Manage the financial reporting for various international locations, ensuring consistency across a global multi-site footprint.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors and US-based tax advisors.
• Handle complex intercompany transactions and transfer pricing between the UK parent and US-based subsidiaries.
• Refine and standardise financial workflows to support international growth and transparency.

Key Skills

• Deep technical knowledge of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and multi-state US taxation.
• A proven track record within a multi-site, international or US-based corporate environment.
• Qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA
• Strong ability to navigate complex intercompany reconciliations and global reporting frameworks.
• Ability to translate technical US tax/accounting concepts for UK-based leadership.
• A preference for working in a collaborative, fully office-based environment 5 days a week.

A manufacturing and distribution business with an annual turnover of approximately £40m is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to support the CFO and take full operational ownership of the finance function. This is a pivotal role within the organisation. The Finance Manager will be responsible for overseeing all day-to-day financial activity while delivering high-quality analysis and insight to support informed decision-making at Board level. Key Responsibilities

• Full responsibility for the finance function, including management accounts, budgeting, forecasting and statutory reporting
• Preparation of timely and accurate monthly management accounts with clear commentary and variance analysis
• Cashflow management, working capital control and treasury oversight
• Development, implementation and maintenance of robust financial controls and processes
• Financial analysis and modelling to support strategic initiatives, investment decisions and operational performance
• Preparation of board packs and presentation of financial performance to the CFO and Board
• Liaison with external auditors, tax advisers and other professional stakeholders
• Leadership, mentoring and development of the finance team

Candidate Profile

• Qualified or qualified by experience accountant
• Experience in a Finance Manager or similar role, ideally within manufacturing and/or distribution
• The role could suit a candidate moving from an industry background, or someone making a strong first move from practice into industry
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to translate financial data into clear, actionable insight
• Confident communicator, comfortable working closely with senior stakeholders and providing appropriate challenge
• Hands-on, detail-focused, with the ability to maintain a strategic, big-picture view
• Strong Excel and financial systems skills; experience improving processes is advantageous

If you are interested in this Finance Manager opportunity or would like any further information, please do not hesitate to contact Richard Warwick at IPS Finance. IPS Finance has 45 years experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market. We have built our business on long term relationships with both individuals and clients in all sectors, bringing real benefits to all concerned. Please visit the IPS Finance website to view the latest accountancy / finance and practice opportunities.

Our client a fast-growing, high profile organisation is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to join its collaborative team based in Loughton. The business has an exciting and diverse portfolio of projects and brands and is entering a new phase of growth, making this a pivotal appointment within its expanding finance function.

This newly created role reports to the Group Financial Controller and Finance Director, offering exposure to senior decision-makers and the opportunity to shape financial operations and processes across the group. The Finance Manager will play a key role in driving efficiency, accuracy, and insight throughout the department.

Key responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a small finance team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Oversee the preparation and delivery of Group Management Accounts, ensuring all reporting deadlines are met.
• Partner with internal teams to provide clear financial analysis and commentary that supports informed commercial decisions.
• Review and approve weekly and monthly payment runs, VAT returns, and compliance submissions, working with external advisors where appropriate.
• Prepare statutory accounts for multiple trading entities and coordinate the annual audit process.
• Review and improve systems, processes, and controls to enhance accuracy and efficiency within the finance function.

Candidate profile

• ACA or ACCA qualified.
• Experienced in managing or supervising a team, either from practice (audit or similar) seeking a first move into industry, or currently working as a Finance Manager within a small to mid-sized business.
• Hands-on and detail-driven, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Finance Manager (Or a MA Ready to Step Up) Batley £40,000 - £50,000

You know that feeling when you’re capable of more, but your current employer thinks “development” means letting you do the same job with a different spreadsheet?

Yeah. This role isn’t that.

A growing group in West Yorkshire is looking for someone who’s ready to move from doing the numbers to owning the numbers. They don’t need a fully-polished, already-been-there FM who wants to spend their days delegating. They want someone who can run the management accounts and isn’t too precious to jump onto the purchase ledger when things get lively.

This is for the Management Accountant / Deputy FM who’s impatient. Who wants oversight. Who wants progression. Who wants to learn from a leadership team that actually leads.

If that’s you, read on.

What you’ll actually be doing:

• You’ll handle monthly management accounts and financial statements across multiple entities - not just one neat little cost centre someone’s shoved you in for the past two years.
• You’ll own budgets, forecasts and cashflow conversations with people who don’t glaze over when you speak.
• You’ll reconcile the balance sheet and bank - properly.
• And you’ll oversee a solid finance team who need someone capable of guiding, coaching and occasionally rolling up sleeves to help when it’s all hands on deck.

You don’t need to be a fully qualified superhero. ACCA/CIMA part-qual or QBE with genuine range is fine. What you do need is competence, curiosity, and the ability to talk about a P&L.

What’s in it for you:

• Growth opportunities - this isn’t a static role
• £40-50k salary
• One day a week WFH after probation
• 24 days holiday + bank hols + birthday off
• Health cash plan
• Electric car salary sacrifice scheme
• Annual discretionary bonus
• Hours: 8-4 or 9-5 - your choice

This role is going to suit either a Management Accountant, Assistant FM or Deputy FM who’s ready to step up, or a confident Finance Manager who wants to work somewhere with actual growth opportunities.

Finance Manager -12-Month FTC - Immediate StartNormanton (Hybrid)Up to £55,000

Elevation Recruitment Group are working on behalf of a client to recruit a Finance Manager on a 12-month fixed-term contract, starting immediately. This is an exciting opportunity to join a busy, operational finance team and play a key role in delivering accurate financial insight and supporting business growth.

Role Overview

You will be responsible for leading financial operations, including forecasting, budgeting, management reporting, and operational cost control. This role will give you the chance to work closely with senior leaders and influence key business decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce timely and accurate weekly and monthly accounts, forecasts, and management information.
• Lead the budgeting process and weekly forecasting for the business.
• Monitor and control operational spend, identifying savings opportunities.
• Manage standard costing and product cost models, including system interfaces.
• Support capital expenditure projects, including cost-benefit analysis and post-investment reviews.
• Partner with senior stakeholders to provide financial insight and guidance.

Skills & Experience

• Strong analytical mindset with excellent variance analysis skills.
• Advanced Excel; experience with Prophet, D365, Anaplan, or Power BI desirable.
• Commercial finance experience, with a focus on operational business partnering.
• Leadership experience within a finance team.
• CIMA qualified or equivalent (practical experience accepted).
• Fresh produce or operational industry experience desirable but not essential.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a finance professional looking to take ownership of a key business function within a supportive team environment.

Interim Financial Controller North Leicestershire £70,000 - £80,000 Immediate start ideally 6 month contract (potential to go permanent) You're walking into a business that's already been through the hard bit. 2025 was about turning things around. That's been done. The numbers are improving. There's momentum again. What they need now is someone to take proper control of finance and bring structure, clarity, and consistency. This is an SME manufacturing business. On site, hands on, close to the detail. You'll be working directly with the MD and a fractional CFO, so you're right in the middle of it. What you'll be doing • Owning and stabilising MI and reporting • Managing month end, balance sheet and reporting processes • Leading and supporting a small finance team • Overseeing day to day finance operations across AP, AR and payroll • Maintaining financial controls and improving accuracy across the ledger • Supporting budgeting and forecasting with the leadership team • Partnering with operations and sales to improve margin and cost visibility • Embedding and improving systems and processes • Strengthening cashflow visibility and forward planning It's not a role where you sit back and review. You'll be in it. Fixing things. Making decisions. Getting the numbers to a place where they actually help the business run better. What they're looking for • Proven Financial Controller or Head of Finance • Manufacturing background required • Hands on, comfortable in the detail • Commercially aware, able to support decision making • Someone who brings pace and clarity without overcomplicating things If this is of interest, please apply now and I'll be in touch with further details. INDHC Distinct Recruitment Privacy Policy

My client is a leading US Top 50 and Global 50 law firm, with offices across the United States, Europe and Asia. They advise multinational companies on public/private enterprises and help emerging companies grow, from critical regulatory and compliance matters to deals, transactions and high-stakes litigation.

They are recruiting for a Senior Finance Manager for their City of London office. Are you an experienced finance leader ready to step into a genuinely international role? This is an exciting opportunity to join one of the world’s leading global law firms as their Senior Finance Manager, overseeing the firm’s non-US accounting and compliance operations across multiple jurisdictions.

In this role, you will play a critical part in shaping the firm’s financial integrity, leading a team of six skilled accountants based across 3 jurisdictions. You’ll work directly with senior stakeholders including the Director of Accounting, US Finance leadership and Office Chairs across Europe and Asia ensuring robust financial reporting, strong controls, and streamlined compliance in a highly dynamic global environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a global team of six accountants across the US, UK, and Paris, providing coaching, oversight, and structured opportunities for growth.
• Project manages the team and external consultants to ensure timely compliance with local statutory accounts filings, VAT, income tax, and audit obligations.
• Supervise the preparation of Financial Statements ensuring compliance with the relevant financial reporting standards (e.g. UK GAAP, tax cash basis). Ensure excellence and standardisation of processes across jurisdictions and teams.
• Review financial statement audit support for accuracy and completeness.
• Review VAT filings in local jurisdictions and drive improved processes and controls.
• Manage relationships with external auditors and accounting services firms, ensuring responsive communication, efficient work, and high-quality deliverables.
• Partner with the UK Finance Director, Partners and Office Chairs on monthly office reporting and ad hoc requests.
• Maintain strong monthly close processes, including expense coding review, balance sheet reconciliations, reconciliations between different accounting books and currencies.
• Ensure compliance with SARs and Money Laundering Regulations and manage annual SARs audit, liaising with the auditors and the office’s Compliance partner as needed.
• Develop and mentor team members, foster technical excellence, strong management capability, and opportunities for stretch assignments.
• Collaborate with the Director of Accounting to identify and implement processes and control improvements across finance operations.
• Monitor and interpret regulatory changes (e.g., VAT, e-invoicing, GAAP, SARs), ensuring timely adoption and compliance.
• Oversee additional statutory reporting obligations, including Surveys, PSA returns, and collaborator payments.
• Provide training and onboarding support for new team members.

Candidate Profile

• Deep knowledge of a GAAP accounting framework (e.g. UK GAAP, IFRS, US GAAP).
• Excellent knowledge of UK VAT return preparation and filing processes.
• Awareness of income tax and payroll tax considerations across multiple jurisdictions.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to deliver high-quality output independently.
• Strong interpersonal and team-building skills; ability to collaborate effectively with staff at all levels.
• Self-starter: ability to back into solutions, finding the solution and passing that knowledge to the team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey complex information clearly and diplomatically.
• High level of customer service in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to manage high volumes of work while maintaining accuracy and strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency in MS Office. Strong knowledge of Excel preferred.
• Preferable: knowledge of the Solicitors Accounts Rules.
• Chartered Accountant qualification (e.g. ACA) or similar technical accountancy certification.
• 10+ years’ experience working in accountancy, with at least two years managing accountants.
• Experience in both audit/accountancy practice and in-house accounting, preferably within a professional service environment.
• Preferable: experience with LLP accounting (ideally Law Firms).
• Nice to have experience with accounting software ‘Aderant’ and Accounts Payable software ‘Chrome River’.

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Career Legal is a Recruitment Agency and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of one of its clients.

Are you an experienced Finance Manager seeking a flexible part-time role? We are looking for a proactive, detail-driven finance professional to join our client’s team and support the organisation’s financial management, reporting and controls. This position plays a key role in ensuring strong financial governance, accurate reporting, and effective cost management across the organisation. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well respected and established organisation within a high performing finance team.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare budgets in collaboration with senior managers and provide timely management information to support decision-making.
• Ensure strong cost management and financial control.
• Process financial transactions and maintain accurate accounting records with robust systems and controls.
• Oversee Accounts Payable, ensuring compliance with internal policies and delegated authorities.
• Ensure payments are made in line with approved mandates.
• Prepare draft statutory accounts and ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulations.
• Monitor and forecast cashflow to support effective liquidity management and maximise returns.
• Oversee payroll and pension processing and submissions.
• Prepare and submit VAT returns.

The Ideal Candidate

• The ideal candidate will be fully qualified (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).
• Strong experience in accounting, taxation, and budget preparation and control.
• Good level of IT literacy, and Intermediate Excel skills
• Experience using Sage is desirable.

Are you a finance professional seeking a pivotal leadership role within a dynamic, multi-entity business? An established hospitality organisation in Dorset is looking for a proactive Finance Manager to join their close-knit team in Poole.This is an excellent opportunity to drive financial strategy, optimise processes, and contribute to the growth of a successful company recognised for its vibrant culture and ambitious vision. If you enjoy working in a collaborative environment and thrive on implementing positive change, this role could be your next career move.

What will the Finance Manager role involve?

• Leading the finance function for a multi-site operations, focusing on consolidating accounts and enhancing reporting efficiency
• Overseeing cash flow management, profit and loss analysis, VAT returns, and preparation of management and financial accounts
• Liaising with external accountancy firms and managing payroll processes to support seamless reporting
• Providing insightful financial reports to senior management and business owners to inform strategic decisions
• Supporting process improvements, developing financial controls, and implementing efficiencies to optimise financial operations

Suitable Candidate for the Finance Manager vacancy:

• Proven experience at a senior level within a multi-entity or similar organisation, with the ability to oversee transactional teams
• Strong understanding of financial consolidation, reporting, and payroll processes
• Qualified (ACCA, CIMA) or part-qualified / qualified by experience, with demonstrable practical skills
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational abilities; proactive approach to process improvement
• Comfortable working independently and driving change within a busy environment

Additional benefits and information for the role of Finance Manager:

• £45,000 to £55,000 salary range on offer
• Rewarding role with opportunities for process innovation and professional growth
• Friendly, supportive team culture with a focus on work-life balance
• Amazing working environment
• Salary will be dependent on experience

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