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Finance Manager
Halliday Marx
London
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Halliday Marx are partnering on a retained basis with an outstanding Telecommunications business to hire a Corporate Finance Manager on a permanent basis.

Hybrid working (3 days in the office, 2 from home)

Responsibilities

  • Assist in developing comprehensive financial models to forecast future financial performance
  • Annual budgeting with strategic objectives and operational goals
  • Develop rolling forecasts to provide updated financial projections and identify potential risks and opportunities
  • Build, develop and maintain appropriate financial models for cash flow, profit and loss, and balance sheet forecasting
  • Conduct detailed variance analysis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities in financial performance
  • Prepare and present regular financial reports, including monthly, quarterly, and annual management reports
  • Analyse financial results and provide actionable insights and recommendations to senior management
  • Develop and maintain interactive dashboards and reporting tools to monitor business performance
  • Collaborate with department heads and senior management to understand their financial needs and provide relevant insights
  • Participate in cross-functional projects, offering financial expertise and strategic support
  • Gather and analyse financial and operational data to highlight trends, opportunities, and risks
  • Identify and implement process improvements to enhance FP&A function efficiency and effectiveness
  • Leverage financial software and business intelligence tools to streamline reporting processes

Requirements

  • Minimum of 2 years post qualified in either ACA/ACCA/CIMA (Essential)
  • Experience of modelling an entire business from top to bottom. (Essential)
  • Complex business modelling and capex investment knowledge (Essential)
  • Bottoms up modelling and scenario analysis (Essential)
Interim Finance Manager
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
London
In office
Mid - Senior
£500/day - £600/day
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Finance Manager - Adult Social Care - Local GovernmentAdult Social Care & High-Risk Budget Management

  • Lead financial support for Adult Social Care, ensuring robust monitoring of complex, volatile and demand-driven budgets.
  • Provide insight on cost drivers such as demographics, care packages, market pressures, and legislative changes.
  • Support delivery of MTFS savings and cost-reduction plans within Adults and Public Health.

Business Partnering & Strategic Support

  • Build strong relationships with Service Managers, acting as a critical friend by offering challenge, advice, and strategic financial insight.
  • Provide high-quality financial advice to Members, Directors, senior managers, and Finance colleagues.

Budget Setting & MTFS

  • Coordinate detailed revenue and capital budget preparation for the Directorate.
  • Support budget managers in setting realistic budgets and understanding financial trends.
  • Advise the Finance Business Partner on issues impacting the MTFS, especially in Adults Social Care.

Monitoring & Reporting

  • Produce accurate monthly revenue and capital monitoring reports, ensuring variances, risks, and pressures are clearly identified and managed.
  • Present monitoring reports to Directorate Management Teams and meet monthly with the Finance Business Partner(s) to review positions.

Statutory Returns, Grants & Compliance

  • Complete statutory financial and statistical returns on time.
  • Maintain accurate grant records and ensure timely submission of claims.
  • Ensure compliance with accounting standards, statutory guidance, and financial regulations.

Year-End & Closedown

  • Plan and coordinate year-end closedown tasks for the Directorate.
  • Produce high-quality working papers and support the Statement of Accounts process.
  • Review and quality-assure work from junior staff.

Leadership & Continuous Improvement

  • Manage and support the finance function within Adults service area, ensuring consistent service delivery.
  • Contribute to finance improvement and transformation projects.
  • Maintain up-to-date professional knowledge, particularly in Adult Social Care funding and legislation.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C’s, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Financial Controller
Robert Walters
London
Hybrid
Senior - Leader
£80,000 - £85,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

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
Vitae Financial Recruitment Limited
London
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£60,000 - £70,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

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

Head of FP&A
Page Group
London
In office
Leader
£135,000 - £150,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

The Head of FP&A will oversee financial planning, analysis, and reporting processes to support strategic decision-making. Based in London 5 days per week, this role requires a strong background in FP&A and Investor Relations to drive business performance and growth.

Client Details

Our client is a privately owned international business based in an asset-heavy industry, known for its commitment to operational excellence and financial integrity. As a medium-sized company, they offer a collaborative work environment and opportunities for professional growth.

Description

This role builds a high-performance FP&A capability while owning partner reporting and asset performance insights that drive executive decision-making to support on point Investor Communication and Relations.

The role will lead FP&A, embedding best in class Asset Performance Reporting and Analysis on a cadence including cash management, KPIs, and a reporting suite for an internal monthly asset performance pack with clear commercial insights and commentary. This will facilitate a smooth end-to-end investor/partner communications calendar. This role ensures financial rigour, operational insight, and clear stakeholder communication across a fast-growing international business. The successful candidate will serve as the primary point of contact for external partners on jointly owned/financed assets. Key responsibilities will include:

Drive the monthly KPI process on a continuous improvement basis for the C-suite, Commercial, Ops, Finance and ESG. Deliver quarterly performance report (variance analysis, commentary, risks & opportunities, outlook).

Drive reporting automation and cycle-time reduction through collaboration cross functionally.

Produce the monthly internal performance pack for all assets (fleet level and asset level dashboards, trends, exceptions).

Lead cash flow forecasting and scenario planning, highlighting performance drivers and risks, escalating issues proactively.

Partner with Commercial/Operations/Technical/Finance to capture operational context behind financial outcomes.

Profile

The successful candidate should have the following background:

Extensive experience in FP&A and Investor Relations

Stakeholder influence, Executive communication, Scenario thinking and the ability to prioritise in a fast-moving environment.

Demonstrated experience preparing monthly/quarterly performance packs, variance analysis, and executive-ready presentations.

Comfortable acting as the external-facing PIC with partners/JV boards and operating at Executive level.

Proven ability to work cross-functionally with Finance, Commercial, Operations, and Technical teams but also independently.

Commercial storytelling to distil complex data into crisp insights and actionable recommendations.

Strong financial modelling/variance analysis, comfort with KPIs and reconciliations.

Process discipline to own timelines, version control, along with ad hoc requests.

Job Offer

  • Very Competitive salary of £135,000 - £150,000 per annum.
  • Above market bonus scheme (20-40%)
  • Pension scheme: 5% employee contribution / 3 % employer contribution
  • Private healthcare
  • Based in London with a collaborative and supportive company culture.
  • Potential for personal and professional growth in a permanent role.
Interim Finance Manager - Temp to Perm
Morgan McKinley
London
In office
Mid - Senior
£70,000 - £80,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

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.
FINANCE MANAGER
Financial Staffing Solutions
Multiple locations
In office
Mid - Senior
£60,000 - £70,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

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.
Senior Finance Manager
Career Legal
London
In office
Senior
£110,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

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’.

Important Notice

It is Career Legal’s policy, as a matter of courtesy, to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to respond to individual candidates. If we have not contacted you within three working days your application has been unsuccessful, and your details have not been retained. Please apply for any other position that you may see in the future. Thank you.

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

Financial Controller
Broadstone Resourcing
London
Hybrid
Senior - Leader
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Financial Controller - Up to £85,000 + bonus + benefits - Central London/Hybrid working

My client is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to join its Central London head office offering hybrid working. This is a key leadership role with responsibility for the day-to-day management of the finance function, including team leadership, financial control, reporting, and process improvement. You will play a central role in ensuring the business has robust financial controls, accurate reporting, and scalable processes to support continued growth and improved operational efficiency.

Key responsibilities:

  • Lead and manage the finance function, including developing and mentoring the team
  • Take ownership of the annual audit process, ensuring all information provided is accurate, robust, and delivered within agreed deadlines
  • Coordinate and prepare the annual budget and quarterly reforecasts
  • Implement, maintain, and monitor controls and procedures across all areas of financial reporting and control
  • Lead projects and initiatives designed to improve financial performance and operational efficiency
  • Review existing reporting and introduce new reporting where required
  • Prepare financial information to support the three-year business plan
  • Produce and present financial reports, insights, and analysis to the Board, senior management, and other key stakeholders
  • Support the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, ensuring accurate and timely reporting
  • Play a key role in the implementation and ongoing management of a new ERP system

Key requirements:

  • ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified (or equivalent)
  • Proven experience in a Financial Controller or Senior Finance Manager role
  • Strong track record of producing high-quality management accounts and improving financial processes and controls
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate financial information into clear commercial insight for non-finance stakeholders
  • Advanced Excel skills, with confidence using ERP/accounting systems and reporting tools
  • Previous ERP implementation experience would be advantageous

Broadstone Resourcing Ltd acts as an Employment Agency and an Employment Business and all appointments will be made on merit alone.

Interim External Reporting Manager
HAYS
London
In office
Mid - Senior
£550
RECENTLY POSTED

Interim External Reporting Manager - 6months - FTSE100 PLC - c. £550 / day

Your new company
Step into a large, complex, and highly visible financial environment where technical accounting really matters. This is a rare opportunity to join a central reporting function at the heart of a major UK organisation, one that deals with high impact disclosures, senior level scrutiny, and a genuine commitment to improving financial reporting quality. If you’re looking for an environment where your technical skills actually get used, this is the perfect landing spot.
Your new role
You’ll play a key role in shaping external reporting across quarterly results cycles and year end disclosures. Expect exposure to senior finance stakeholders and the chance to take ownership of complex accounting areas, narrative reporting, and high profile notes. You’ll help coordinate reporting timetables, refine processes, contribute to governance over unusual items, and work closely with auditors. There’s also involvement in wider reporting initiatives, from ESG and non financial disclosures to improvements in reporting systems and controls.
What you’ll need to succeed
This role is ideal for a technically strong ACA with Big 4 or top tier audit experience looking to step into an influential group level position. You’ll bring:

  • A deep understanding of IFRS and external reporting
  • Experience leading or reviewing audits and handling complex disclosures
  • Strong organisational discipline and comfort working to tight deadlines
  • The ability to partner with senior finance contacts and explain technical matters clearly
  • A proactive mindset, strong attention to detail, and an appetite for improving processes

If you’ve ever reviewed annual report notes at 1am during year end and thought, “I’d love to be on the other side of this next time” this is that role.

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.

Business Partner (Renewable Energy)
HAYS
London
Remote or hybrid
Mid - Senior
£75,000 - £85,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

A leading Renewable Energy business in the UK are looking for a qualified Strategic Business Partner

Accounts & Audit Senior - Small firm ACA with Audit
BV Recruitment Ltd
London
Hybrid
Senior
£56,000 - £58,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Are you either a fully ACA qualified or exam qualified (or a finalist with one or two exams remaining) Accounts & Audit Senior / General Practice Senior from an independent practice firm looking to upgrade to a very good quality, traditional medium size London based accountancy firm and carry out a varied role consisting of accounts preparation work, audit assignments, tax returns and various advisory based projects? Do you have a strong exam history in your ACA exams? Are you keen to work in a very good quality firm with excellent progression to manager grade on offer? If so, in this newly created role due to growth, your time will be split 50% statutory accounts preparation and tax returns with 50% spent on audit & assurance assignments. The firm is happy to provide audit training if someone needs further training how to lead audits. Based in a general practice role in a good quality ACA training firm with 60 staff, you will be responsible for preparing statutory accounts for a wide range of clients, most being Limited Companies and FRS 102 accounts, drafting corporation tax computations and leading audit assignments from planning to completion. Most clients will be London based and to £80m turnover. You will deal with client queries, technical research, HMRC queries and also be responsible for supervising juniors and reviewing their work. You will gain exposure to a wide range of UK and international clients, including groups, from sectors including property, legal, financial services, technology, media and entertainment, renewable energy, retail and other interesting sectors. Your role will be varied, challenging and hugely enjoyable with great progression prospects to manager grade on offer. The firm would look at a recently qualified ACA, someone exam qualified, or someone with one or two exams remaining if they had first time passes in every exam to date. This firm has had great success with people who have trained outside of London and want to relocate to a London firm for the exposure and opportunities on offer. The firm also offer hybrid working and allows all staff to work from home 2 days a week. To be considered for this new role (March 2026) you must have at least three years experience, probably in a small or medium size accountancy firm and be fully ACA qualified, exam qualified or a finalist. First time passes are highly desirable. You must have experience of preparing statutory accounts, corporation tax returns, leading audits from planning to completion, supervising juniors and managing clients. Experience of a wide range of software packages, including Caseware would be an advantage as is a desire to work in a mixed general practice role. You must be professional, be a team player, and be looking to progress at a rapid pace. The firm welcomes applications from candidates looking to relocate to London from another UK based practice firm. This growing accountancy firm has a great reputation for being a friendly and supportive place to work and providing their staff with challenging and varied roles. You will work in a friendly and growing team, and you can expect to work on an interesting array of high profile and growing London based clients as well as international clients. The firm is growing at a rapid rate due to many new business wins from larger accountancy firms. This is a unique opportunity for an ACA qualified or exam qualified Accounts & Audit Senior / General Practice Senior to join an entrepreneurial and forward thinking practice and play a role of great importance to the continued growth of the firm. It is also a great opportunity to progress to Manager level in a short space of time.

Employee Relations Specialist
CBSbutler Holdings Limited trading as CBSbutler
London
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

We have a fantastic opportunity for an Employee Relations Partner for a well known, multinational leading technology company working on a hybrid working basis for a 3 month term.

You will play a key part in delivering high quality employee relations support and ensuring consistency across complex change programmes.

You will collaborate closely with regional HR teams, legal partners, and centres of excellence to provide both proactive and reactive ER support.

The position requires a strong balance of strategic thinking and hands-on case management.

Key Responsibilities include:

  • Partner with HR Business Partners, People/HR teams, and Legal to deliver change management initiatives (e.g., restructures, redundancies, TUPE, settlements, and exits)
  • Support business leaders with restructuring, redeployment, and redundancy processes
  • Act as an escalation point for complex employee relations cases and provide expert guidance
  • Manage and resolve sensitive ER issues, including conducting thorough investigations and making objective recommendations
  • Provide coaching to managers
  • Maintain accurate case documentation
  • Identify trends through ER data and recommend improvements to processes
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

About you:

  • You will have a Degree (or equivalent) in HR, Employment Law, or a related field
  • You will have solid demonstrable experience in an Employee Relations specialist role
  • Experience working within a complex, global, matrixed organisation
  • Strong expertise in UK employment law (Ireland knowledge beneficial)
  • Proven track record supporting change management programmes
  • Experience in media, technology, or entertainment industries is advantageous

For an opportunity to work for a market leader with great exposure to complex and high impact ER work, apply today.

Financial Controller Manufacturing
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Southall
In office
Senior - Leader
£70,000 - £90,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Your new companyEstablished growing businessYour new roleOversees and reviews the accurate and timely preparation of the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements; including local consolidationsResponsible for the review and analysis of variances between budgeted and actual results.Oversees and reviews various reports such as royalties and bank compliance reportsOversees the tracking of fixed assetsOversees the reconciliation of bank accountsManages all financial auditsOversees the preparation of reports required by regulatory agenciesEnsures the accurate and timely completion of all corporate income and business tax returnsEnsure compliant VAT determination and configuration within SAPStaff management What you'll need to succeedFully Qualified ACCA, CIMA, ACAManufacturing experience ESSENTIALSAP experience ESSENTIALStaff managementWhat you'll get in return£70,000 - £90,000 BonusOffice-basedWhat you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Financial Controller
Fame Recruitment Consultants Ltd
London
Hybrid
Senior - Leader
£110,000 - £120,000
RECENTLY POSTED

Our client is a well-established and growing family office, with over 30 years’ history and a significant portfolio of both residential and commercial property assets in the UK and Israel, alongside other commercial interests.

They are now seeking an experienced and commercially astute Financial Controller to lead the finance function and play a key role in supporting the continued growth and success of the business.

Working hours are Monday to Thursday, 9:00am-5:00pm, and Friday, 9:00am-2:00pm. The role also offers one day of remote working and on-site parking.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the day-to-day operations of the finance function, managing and mentoring a small team
  • Oversee the financial management of 13 limited companies within the group
  • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounts, ensuring accuracy and compliance
  • Produce statutory accounts for 11 entities and manage the submission of tax returns
  • Deliver financial forecasting, budgeting, and detailed variance analysis
  • Supervise and support 2 staff members within the property management team
  • Maintain and reconcile intercompany ledgers across multiple connected entities with shared directorship
  • Liaising with offices based in Israel

About You

  • Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)
  • Proven experience as a Financial Controller or Senior Finance Manager within property, real estate, or asset management - desirable
  • Confident leader with the ability to manage and develop a small team
  • Working knowledge of QUBE software is desirable
  • Advanced Excel skills and strong working knowledge of accounting software (e.g. Xero, Sage)
  • Knowledge of Hebrew is desirable but not essential

If you are an experienced Financial Controller seeking a broad, hands-on role within a growing organisation, please send your CV to Fame Recruitment for consideration.

Fame Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of our recruitment process.

Due to high volumes of applications, we are unable to respond individually. If you have not heard from a consultant within 24 hours, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.

FP&A Manager
Cedar
London
Remote or hybrid
Mid - Senior
£80,000 - £90,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Cedar is partnering with a large private equity backed international business undergoing continued growth and transformation. With a significant global footprint, the organisation is focused on delivering strategic expansion and long-term value creation.

They are seeking an FP&A Manager to join their team in a high impact role offering strong exposure to senior leadership and the opportunity to influence key strategic decisions across the business.

The Role

In this position, you will act as a strategic finance partner to senior stakeholders, supporting divisional performance and driving forward key FP&A initiatives. The role combines commercial insight, financial modelling, and forward-looking analysis to support business planning and decision-making.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Partnering with business units to support financial performance and planning cycles
  • Delivering insightful analysis on trends, risks, opportunities, and key drivers
  • Supporting preparation of materials for senior leadership, including Board-level presentations
  • Developing and enhancing financial models to reflect evolving business needs
  • Leading on budgeting, forecasting, and scenario analysis
  • Supporting capital allocation and long-term strategic planning
  • Driving improvements in reporting, systems, and FP&A processes
  • Contributing to cross-functional finance initiatives (including reporting, treasury, and corporate finance)
  • Supporting business change programmes with financial insight and risk analysis

Candidate Profile

  • Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent)
  • Strong background in FP&A, including financial modelling, forecasting, and performance analysis
  • Experience within large, complex organisations (PE-backed or listed environments preferred)
  • Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence senior stakeholders
  • Adaptable and comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment

Please contact Cedar for a full role brief and to be considered.

Peters Fraser + Dunlop - Finance Director
Allen Lane
London
In office
Leader
£90,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Peters Fraser + Dunlop (PFD) is one of London’s most established and respected literary and talent agencies, representing leading voices across literature, film, television, audio, journalism and digital media. We pride ourselves on nurturing talent, protecting rights, and connecting our clients with the right opportunities in a fast-moving creative landscape.

We are now seeking an exceptional Finance Director to join our Senior Management Team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the business.

This is a high-impact leadership role at the heart of a dynamic, creative organisation. Reporting to the CEO, you will oversee all financial and operational functions, provide strategic guidance to the Board, and help drive sustainable growth.

You’ll combine hands-on financial leadership with strategic insight, influencing decision-making at the highest level while ensuring operational excellence across the business.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Finance Leadership

  • Lead financial strategy and long-term planning to support business growth
  • Provide clear, insightful reporting and advice to the CEO and Board
  • Build organisational resilience through robust financial planning and analysis

Financial Operations & Governance

  • Oversee all financial operations, controls, compliance and statutory reporting
  • Lead budgeting, forecasting and audit processes
  • Continuously enhance reporting frameworks and financial systems

Operational Leadership

  • Oversee HR, IT, office and facilities management
  • Ensure efficient, compliant and high-quality operational support across the organisation
  • Drive continuous improvement in systems, processes and services

Royalties & Commercial Insight

  • Ensure the royalties function operates with accuracy, transparency and efficiency
  • Support income generation through market analysis and commercial evaluation

Governance & Risk

  • Develop and maintain risk and opportunity frameworks
  • Lead company secretarial responsibilities and ensure regulatory compliance

About You

We’re looking for a commercially minded, strategic thinker who thrives in a fast-paced environment:

  • Qualified accountant (UK)
  • Proven senior financial leadership experience
  • Strong commercial acumen and entrepreneurial mindset
  • Excellent analytical skills with the ability to translate data into clear insights
  • Confident working at Board level
  • Collaborative leader with high emotional intelligence
  • Proactive, adaptable and solutions-focused
  • Strong communicator and effective negotiator
  • Experience improving systems and operational efficiency

This is a rare opportunity to join a leading creative agency and make a meaningful impact at senior level. You’ll play a key role in shaping strategy, driving performance, and supporting world-class talent.

How to Apply

Please send your CV, cover letter and salary expectations via the link.

For an informal conversation about the role please contact our exclusive recruitment partner, Bryony Thomas via the Allen Lane agency website.

We reserve the right to close the process early and so an early application is highly recommended.

Charity & NFP Audit Senior / Supervisor
BV Recruitment Ltd
London
In office
Senior
£58,000 - £64,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Are you an ACA or ACCA qualified Audit Senior or Audit Supervisor with experience of, or a very strong interest in, working with Charity and Not for Profit clients? Would you like to work for one of the leading practice firms who work with many large and well known Charity and Not for Profit clients? If so this large Top 20 firm, with over 600 staff and a large and very well established Charity & NFP department is looking to expand and recruit an ambitious Audit Senior or Audit Supervisor (either recently qualified or with some PQE) due to many impressive new business wins from competitors. You must be dedicated to the charity sector and be able to add value to their impressive and growing list of charity clients (including a mixture of small charities and many larger household names) which includes academies, schools, traditional charities, professional bodies, INGO's, grant makers, student unions, trade unions, religious organisations, membership bodies and social housing associations. You will be responsible for leading audit assignments from planning to completion, supervise juniors and carry out ad hoc assignments such as new business development, marketing and attending charity specific functions and events. Your role will be 100% audit and assurance based although there may be chances to gain exposure to accounts preparation work if desired. Your client base will be 100% charity and NFP based. Your role will be varied, hugely enjoyable and you can expect to progress to a higher level in a short space of time. To be considered for this new role (January 2026) you must be a fully qualified ACA / ACCA Audit Senior or Audit Supervisor (with some PQE) and either have experience or a strong interest in specialising in auditing Charity and Not for Profit clients. You will currently be working for a good quality UK based practice firm, with experience of leading audits from planning to completion, managing staff and acting in an advisory capacity to clients. Your current role must be at least 50% audit based. The firm has had great success with candidates who have relocated to London from around the UK and this firm welcomes applications from small or medium size firms. This large Top 20 accountancy practice firm based in a prime location in Zone 1 Central London is growing at a rapid rate, particularly their Charity & NFP department. They are winning a large volume of new clients from many of their competitors and can offer you the chance to work on, and advise many interesting charities based in London, the UK and internationally. Promotional prospects are very strong and you will be given every opportunity to progress to Manager grade in a short space of time. The firm has also had great success with Audit Seniors from small or medium size firms, looking to upgrade to a larger, London based firm. Overall this is an excellent opportunity for an Audit Senior or Audit Supervisor with experience of, or a strong interest in working with Charity and Not for Profit clients to join a large and growing Charity department of a Top 20 practice and carry out a high profile and rewarding new position.

Finance Director
Stirling Ellis
London
In office
Leader
£85,000 - £90,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Overview

Highly successful international SME manufacturing business require ACCA/ACA or CIMA qualified Finance Director to undertake a challenging position based at company Head Office in Staines upon Thames.

Here is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded Finance Director to undertake an exciting and challenging role, working as a key member of the Senior Management team, in a busy, expanding business.

About the Finance Director role

Working closely with the Managing Director the Finance Director will be responsible for the timely production of financial & management information and will ensure the operational & strategic objectives of the company are achieved.

Key responsibilities of the Finance Director

  • Finance business partner to the Managing Director to ensure a complete understanding of all revenue and cost information
  • Day to day control of the accounting function and management of a small finance team
  • Formulating strategies and plans to ensure the company achieve agreed objectives
  • Contribute to weekly production planning meetings as a key member of the Senior Management Team
  • Preparation of the 12 month rolling budget and forecast for P & L and Balance Sheet
  • Responsibility for the month-end close and monthly reporting pack
  • Ultimate responsibility for working capital and company cash-flow
  • Formulating the FX reporting and hedging strategy
  • Building strong relations with external parties, including customers and suppliers
  • Champion for developing and improving the company ERP System
  • Statutory reporting, corporation tax and audit liaison

About you

  • The Finance Director will be ACCA/CIMA or ACA qualified and have proven experience within a challenging SME environment
  • You will be commercially minded with strong business partnering experience and excellent financial reporting skills
  • In addition you will have good IT skills and experience working with an ERP System
  • A background in manufacturing or distribution is advantageous

What’s on offer for the Finance Director

  • Excellent performance related bonus
  • Contributory pension
  • Medical Insurance
  • 25 days holiday
  • On-site parking
Interim FP&A Analyst
Global Accounting Network
London
Remote or hybrid
Mid - Senior
£350/day - £450/day
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Global Accounting Network are excited to be partnering with one of the worlds greatest sports brands on the search for their new Senior FP&A Analyst. This commercially focused finance role offers the opportunity to be the finance business partner for the international media function, owning the media P&L and driving planning, forecasting, and insight that shape commercial decisions across numerous territories. We are open to look at both practice and industry backgrounds with a requirement to be at least part-qualified and ideally recently qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA).

The Role -

  • Ownership of Media P&L, including revenues and expenses.
  • Lead management submissions for media, including business planning, long range planning and quarterly forecasting; presenting to senior management.
  • Key finance business partner for media team based in UK, US, Europe and South America.
  • Manage and track progress towards revenue targets, providing insightful reporting to commercial teams.
  • Manage and track expense budgets, ensuring spend is in line with contracted terms.
  • Review and finance sign off on contracts, understanding P&L impact of commercial terms.
  • Support process to accurately account for revenue.
  • Support process to review purchase orders and invoices.
  • Support financial reporting quarterly close for media; analyse P&L variances and review balance sheet reconciliations.

The Person -

  • Part or Fully Qualified (CIMA/ACA/ACCA)
  • Experience of working across international businesses in a multi-currency environment.
  • Experience setting & managing budgets, forecasting and tracking real-time updates.
  • Relevant experience in TV, digital media or sports business preferred.
  • Confident communicator: ability to instruct and direct employees across all functions and communicate complex financial information to non-finance stakeholders.
  • Able to use complex data to create simple storylines and insightful action points.
  • Proactive problem solver with the ability to multi-task and work autonomously in a fast-paced environment.
  • Analytical, organised, self-motivated with an eye for detail.
  • Advanced Excel and PowerPoint user with experience using forecasting tool and ERP system.
Financial Controller
Equifind Group
London
In office
Senior - Leader
£70,000 - £80,000
RECENTLY POSTED
TECH-AGNOSTIC ROLE

Equifind is working with a hospitality group looking for a Financial Controller to help build and lead the finance function as the business continues to expand.

They are a fast-scaling business with ambitious growth plans and a strong brand presence. With multiple sites already operating successfully and an exciting pipeline ahead, the Financial Controller to help drive financial performance and support strategic decision-making.

The Role

As Financial Controller, you will play a key role in shaping the financial infrastructure of a growing business. Reporting directly to the Finance Director, you will lead the finance function, ensuring robust controls, accurate reporting, and insightful analysis to support continued growth.

This is a hands-on role suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee day-to-day financial operations across multiple sites
  • Produce timely and accurate monthly management accounts
  • Lead budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management
  • Implement and improve financial controls and processes
  • Provide commercial insight to support operational decision-making
  • Partner with senior stakeholders across operations and leadership
  • Manage and develop the finance team
  • Support business expansion, including new site openings
  • Liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, and banks

About You

  • Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)
  • Experience in hospitality, retail, or multi-site businesses preferred
  • Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence stakeholders
  • Proven experience in a scaling or high-growth environment
  • Hands-on, detail-oriented, and proactive mindset
  • Strong systems and process improvement experience
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills

If interested please apply asap as currently shortlisting!

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