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About us \n We are a small, friendly and well-established accountancy practice based in Bishop’s Sutton, near Alresford. \n Our team is growing, and we are looking for an experienced Bookkeeper to support our bookkeeping manager to join us. We are a close-knit team and pride ourselves on providing a friendly, personal service to our clients. \n This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys bookkeeping, likes working with clients and wants to be part of a supportive team. \n About you \n We’re looking for someone who is confident in their bookkeeping and enjoys working with clients. \n Ideally, you will: \n\n • Have good bookkeeping experience and be confident working independently.\n, • Have a good understanding of Profit & Loss, Trial Balance and Balance Sheet reports.\n, • Have experience preparing VAT returns.\n, • Be familiar with Xero, QuickBooks and Sage.\n, • Be organised, reliable and have good attention to detail.\n, • Be comfortable speaking with clients and dealing with queries.\n, • Be able to manage your own workload and meet deadlines.\n, • Be happy to ask questions when needed and work as part of a team.\n, • Take pride in producing accurate work and providing a good service to clients.\n\n An AAT or bookkeeping qualification would be useful, but experience will be considered. \n The role \n You will look after the day-to-day bookkeeping for a range of our clients, helping to keep their accounts accurate and up to date. Working hours will be between 22.5 - 30 hours per week. \n Your work will include: \n\n • Processing invoices and day-to-day transactions.\n, • Completing bank reconciliations.\n, • Completing CIS returns.\n, • Keeping clients’ bookkeeping up to date.\n, • Preparing and submitting VAT returns.\n, • Dealing with client queries and helping them understand their accounts.\n, • Preparing and reviewing Profit & Loss, Trial Balance and Balance Sheet reports.\n, • Assisting with month-end and year-end work.\n, • Completing quarterly Making Tax Digital (MTD) submissions for self employed & Landlords\n, • Liaising with clients and the wider team to resolve any queries.\n, • Providing general bookkeeping support where required.\n, • Liaising with HMRC.\n\n What we can offer \n\n • A friendly and relaxed working environment.\n, • Hours 30 Hours a week\n, • Competitive salary depending on experience.\n, • A varied range of clients and bookkeeping work.\n, • Supportive and experienced colleagues.\n, • Free parking.\n, • The opportunity to develop your skills and experience.\n\n More than just a job \n We don't want this to feel like just another job. \n We’re looking for someone who will become part of our team, get to know our clients and enjoy working with us. We’re a friendly practice, and we value people who are approachable, helpful and take pride in what they do. \n Dog-Friendly Office \n Our office is a dog-friendly environment, and there are dogs in the office every day. Therefore, applicants must be comfortable working around dogs.

Another Commercial Underwriter opportunity with a growing Insurer, working with a great team.You'll be underwriting a wide range of existing business renewals for your Broking partners, focussing on risks to 100K across all Property and Casualty classes.If you have Commercial Underwriting experience, strong interpersonal skills and work in an organised manner and like solving complex business problems, working with talented colleagues and have an innovative mindset - this could be your next career move.Key responsibilities of the Commercial Underwriter role includes:Manage own cases writing within appetite, and underwriting authority.Handle referral cases for colleagues with less experience.Maintain accurate records and documentation of underwriting decisions.Establishing and maintaining strong relationships with Broking partners.Display strong negotiation to support conversion and relationships with all key Brokers.To be a successful Commercial Underwriter you will demonstrate:Experience in Commercial UnderwritingAbility to negotiate flexibly and appropriatelyStrong organisational skillsSuccessfully developing effective trading relationshipsClear and positive communicationTPBN1_UKTJ

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Motor UnderwriterLocation – Colchester. 3 days per weekSalary – Up to £40,000 IPS Group are working with a leading insurer to find a Motor Underwriter to join their growing National Underwriting Hub! This is the perfect opportunity for someone with a couple of years of exposure to Motor Trade underwriting that has full Underwriting Authority and wants to further develop their technical expertise with a leading Insurer.About the role\n\n • You’ll be responsible for managing a portfolio of new business and renewal cases, delivering profitable underwriting decisions in line with company appetite and guidelines.\n, • You’ll work closely with brokers and internal teams to drive growth and maintain strong trading relationships.\n, • Keep up to date with relevant market trends and insights\n, • Be on hand to support colleagues with any questions\nAbout you\n\n, • Ideally 2 years of Motor Trade underwriting experience (Commercial lines preferred)\n, • Strong negotiation and broker relationship skills\n, • Commercial awareness with the ability to assess and price risk effectively\n, • Organised, proactive and able to manage a varied caseload\n, • Working towards Cert CII (desirable)\n, • Full Underwriting Authority \n

Are you a Senior Accountant/ Assistant Manager from practice ready to leave routine compliance behind? \n Do you thrive on tackling complex accounting challenges rather than ticking boxes? Do you enjoy getting into the detail of financial reporting, consolidations, corporation tax and specialist projects? Have you worked with medium sized companies including cash flow statement and disclosures as well as consolidations? \n Reed Practice is partnering with a well-respected, independent accounting firm who are looking for a technically strong Senior Accountant or Assistant Manager to join their ever-expanding team. \n This is a fantastic opportunity to work with at least medium-sized businesses, advising clients on complex financial matters while enjoying the flexibility of hybrid or fully remote working. If you're looking for a firm where your expertise is valued, your development is supported, and no two days are quite the same, then this is the next career move for you! \n As Senior Accountant/ Assistant Manager you'll be part of a collaborative, supportive team that genuinely enjoys working together, sharing knowledge, and who take pride in developing their people and providing opportunities to grow professionally. \n This is ideal for someone who enjoys technical accounting, problem-solving and advisory work. You’ll support a portfolio of larger corporate clients and group structures, providing high-quality financial reporting and compliance services. Your role will include: \n\n • Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts for medium-sized companies, larger entities and groups\n, • Producing complex multi-entity & multi-currency consolidations\n, • Researching & resolving technical accounting issues, documenting findings and advice\n, • Manage corporate tax & VAT compliance, supported by specialist colleagues\n, • Building strong client relationships through regular communication and consulting ideas\n, • Reviewing work prepared by junior team members and helping develop their skills\n\n Audit experience would be beneficial, it is not essential. This role can be fully remote or hybrid, so you'll need to be comfortable managing relationships through virtual meetings, phone calls and regular correspondence. \n What We're Looking For - Professionals who combine strong technical capability with a proactive, client-focused mindset. You'll ideally have: \n ACA / ACCA qualification, with post-qualified experience (or newly qualified with strong relevant experience) Essential: Strong knowledge of CCH Accounts Production Experience working with medium-sized businesses, group structures and complex accounts assignments Strong financial reporting and corporation tax knowledge Excellent communication skills and confidence working remotely with clients and colleagues Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines A collaborative approach and enthusiasm for supporting and developing othersWhat You'll Receive \n\n • Hybrid or fully remote working (UK-based candidates only)\n, • Interesting and technically challenging work; exposure to larger businesses and specialist assignments\n, • Clear progression and development opportunities in a supportive and collaborative team culture\n, • Competitive salary and benefits package aligned to your experience and contribution\n\n If you're an ambitious Accounts Senior or Assistant Manager looking for a technically focused role where you can make a real impact, contact Natalie Harden at Reed as soon as possible.

Job Type:PermanentBuild a brilliant future with HiscoxAbout HiscoxHiscox UK is a leading brand in the insurance market, recognised as setting the standards others try to emulate. We consistently deliver strong growth and exceptional returns, recruiting only the very best and empowering them to deliver. We are known for insuring the homes of the rich and famous through to the most innovative technology companies. Our customers are diverse and unique and are only united by our ability to provide specialist insurance tailored to their needs.The roleWe have a market leading reputation for producing bespoke solutions for niche customer groups managed by our broker partners. Within the wider Schemes team we deliver Schemes solutions across the UK retail business.You’ll work across the existing portfolio of schemes business ensuring that we deliver market leading service across your scheme panel. You’ll work with the wider Schemes Team across underwriting, operations, sales and the wider senior leadership team to drive improvement and profitable growth of our schemes portfolio, playing an integral part in realising our ambitions of growing the book in line with our strategic ambitions.You’ll have responsibility for dealing with the schemes business, dealing not only with underwriting business and servicing our schemes partner brokers, but also the opportunity to help drive and shape our wider underwriting strategy and growth. What you’ll be doing:Delivering exceptional service to our brokers, dealing with referrals and writing more complex businessIn conjunction with the Sector lead and schemes underwriting team, be responsible and accountable for the profitable growth of schemes.Challenge convention on a regular basis, able to suggest and execute effective growth and portfolio underwriting strategies to ensure sustained profitable growth Keep abreast of new risks and exposures within our chosen sectors to ensure Hiscox market leading position is maintained.Working with the Sector lead around shaping and driving the underlying underwriting strategy and portfolio of business to deliver our ambitionsTaking underwriting ownership, relationship management and accountability for some of our key strategic broker partnersOperating within our Media, Entertainment, Property Owners and Sport Sector with a focus on Media and EntertainmentOur must-haves:Experience in the schemes / delegated authority space, or strong experience within an open market underwriting environmentExperience within the media sector or broader media & entertainment space is strongly preferredProven commercial underwriting experience (ideally within property, liability or combined business)Ability to make confident decisions in complex underwriting scenarios, including cases outside of authorityACII qualification or progression towardsStrong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with brokers and stakeholdersAbility to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environmentConfident influencing and negotiation skillsInterest in developing expertise within a specialist sectorOpen to new ideas, innovation and considered risk-takingDiversity and flexible working at HiscoxAt Hiscox we care about our people. We hire the best people for the job and we’re committed to diversity and creating a truly inclusive culture, which we believe drives success. We also understand that working life doesn’t always have to be ‘nine to five’ and we support flexible working wherever we can. No promises, but please chat to our resourcing team about the flexibility we could offer for this role.Work with amazing people and be part of a unique cultureSummaryLocation: Colchester; Manchester; York; LondonType: Full time

Financial ControllerColchester, Essex | £50,000–£60,000 + Management Bonus | Office-based | ASAP“Control your own destiny or someone else will.” Jack Welch.Sheridan Maine is delighted to be working with an established business based in Colchester, Essex, to recruit a Financial Controller. This is a key role within the organisation, offering the opportunity to lead a small finance team while becoming a full member of the Senior Leadership Team.The successful candidate will take ownership of the finance function, providing accurate financial reporting alongside the commercial insight needed to support business performance, growth and decision-making.The RoleAs Financial Controller, you will have a broad remit across financial reporting, commercial finance, forecasting, cash flow and process improvement. You will work closely with colleagues across the business, providing clear financial insight and helping to drive improvements.Your responsibilities will include:\n\n • Leading and developing a small finance team, ensuring a high standard of financial control and reporting.\n, • Owning the month-end close and producing timely management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet, cash flow and WIP reporting.\n, • Preparing financial information for monthly Board and Group reporting, including meaningful variance analysis.\n, • Leading the annual budgeting process, rolling forecasts and short-term cash flow forecasting, while overseeing working capital management.\n, • Working closely with sales, estimating, production and project management teams to understand costs, margins and project performance.\n, • Providing commercial analysis to support pricing, capacity planning, capital investment and other key business decisions.\n, • Improving project costing, WIP and margin reporting to give greater visibility of performance throughout the project lifecycle.\n, • Leading finance improvement projects, including process automation, strengthening controls and improving the integration between finance systems.\n, • Managing year-end audit requirements and coordinating statutory, tax and VAT matters with external advisers.\n, • Contributing as a full member of the Senior Leadership Team, supporting wider business decisions beyond the finance function.\nAbout YouWe are looking for a commercially minded finance professional who can combine strong technical accounting skills with the confidence to work closely with operational and senior stakeholders.You will ideally have:\n\n, • A recognised accountancy qualification or be part-qualified, with ACA, ACCA or CIMA studies.\n, • Experience in a manufacturing, engineering, construction or other project-based environment, with an understanding of WIP, job costing and project margins.\n, • Proven experience of producing accurate management accounts to tight deadlines.\n, • Strong knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, cash flow and balance sheet control.\n, • Experience of delivering finance process, reporting or system improvements.\n, • External audit experience and a good understanding of statutory and tax requirements.\n, • Strong Microsoft Excel modelling skills and a good working knowledge of Sage.\n, • Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to explain financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders.\n, • A proactive and commercially focused approach, with the confidence to challenge and support colleagues at all levels.\nWhat's on Offer\n\n, • Salary: Up to £60,000 per annum\n, • Management bonus scheme\n, • 25 days' annual leave, plus bank holidays\n, • 5% employer pension contribution\n, • Private medical insurance\n, • The opportunity to join the Senior Leadership Team and make a genuine impact across an established business\nStart date: ASAPIf you are an experienced finance professional looking for a broad Financial Controller role where you can combine financial leadership, commercial insight and business improvement, we would love to hear from you.You are required to be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction.Due to the high volume of applications, it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days, please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.

Are you looking for a role where you'll build lasting client relationships while enjoying the variety that only practice can offer?An established and growing accountancy practice is looking to appoint an experienced Practice Accountant to join its friendly and collaborative team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys the variety of general practice, managing a diverse portfolio of sole traders, partnerships and limited companies while delivering a high-quality service across accounts, tax and business advisory, with the opportunity to support mentor junior team members as your career progresses. \n Responsibilities: \n As a Practice Accountant, you will be… \n\n • Preparing year-end accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies.\n, • Producing and submitting Self Assessment and Corporation Tax returns.\n, • Preparing and reviewing VAT returns, ensuring compliance with current legislation.\n, • Processing payroll and handling PAYE-related matters.\n, • Providing clients with day-to-day accounting, tax and business advice.\n, • Building and maintaining strong client relationships, responding to queries professionally and efficiently.\n, • Using cloud-based accounting software including Xero, Sage and QuickBooks to maintain accurate financial records.\n, • Supporting and mentoring junior members of the team where required.\n\n Requirements:As a Practice Accountant, you will need... \n\n • ACA or ACCA qualified or equivalent\n, • Have recent experience working within an accountancy practice.\n, • Be confident preparing statutory accounts, Self Assessment and Corporation Tax returns.\n, • Have a solid understanding of VAT, payroll and general practice compliance.\n\n Benefits:As a Practice Accountant, you will get... \n\n • Flexible working hours with hybrid working available.\n, • 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays, increasing with length of service.\n, • Free on-site parking.\n\n Are you looking for a role where you can help shape the growth of an accountancy firm? If so, apply here now!Rutherford Briant is passionate about equity, diversity, and inclusion. We seek individuals from the widest talent pool and encourage underrepresented talent to apply to vacancies with us. We are committed to recruitment processes that are fair for all, regardless of background and personal characteristics.

Are you an AAT, ACCA or ACA qualified Accountant, or ready to step up into a Senior Accountant role within practice? \n Do you want to work for a firm where progression is based on ability and ambition rather than time served? \n Are you tired of corporate red tape and feeling like just another number? \n Do you thrive in a role preparing the financial documents for clients to be used for business improvement? \n If so, we'd love to hear from you. \n Our client is a highly respected, welcoming and thriving accountancy practice in Suffolk. Due to continued growth, they have partnered with Reed to recruit an experienced Senior Accountant to join their friendly and supportive team. \n The firm continues to attract new clients as businesses increasingly seek a more personal and proactive service. This sustained growth creates genuine opportunities for career progression, with advancement based on merit and readiness rather than hierarchy or tenure. \n Too good to be true? It isn't. The accountants we have successfully placed with this firm over the years will happily testify to the culture, support and development opportunities on offer. \n The Role \n As a Senior Accountant, you will support the Managers and Partners across a varied portfolio of clients. Responsibilities will include: \n\n • Preparing and reviewing statutory year-end accounts for a wide range of clients, including limited companies, sole traders, groups, LLPs, charities and other not-for-profit organisations.\n, • Acting as a key point of contact for clients, building strong relationships and providing tailored advice where appropriate.\n, • Ensuring assignments are completed to a high standard and within agreed deadlines.\n, • Preparing and reviewing self-assessment tax returns, corporation tax returns and VAT returns.\n, • Supporting and mentoring trainee accountants, sharing knowledge and encouraging their development.\n\n About You \n We are keen to speak with professionals who have developed their career within an accountancy practice environment and have experience working under UK accounting and tax regulations. This is NOT a portfolio management role, but a hands-on Senior Accountant. \n Ideally, you will: \n\n • Be ACA, ACCA or AAT qualified (or nearing completion of your qualification).\n, • Have experience providing accounting and tax services to a diverse client portfolio.\n, • Enjoy building relationships with clients and delivering excellent service.\n, • Have experience supporting or mentoring junior team members.\n, • Be looking for a firm that genuinely values its people and rewards performance and contribution.\n\n What's on Offer? \n\n • Competitive salary, tailored to your experience and qualifications.\n, • Genuine career progression opportunities.\n, • Subsidised parking.\n, • Generous holiday entitlement comparable to larger firms.\n, • Supportive and collaborative working environment.\n, • A firm culture that values both professional development and individual contribution.\n\n For a confidential, informal discussion, please contact Natalie Harden at Reed. There is absolutely no pressure or obligation to progress should the opportunity not be right for you. \n Apply today to find out more.

Job Type:PermanentBuild a brilliant future with HiscoxHiscox UK is a leading brand in the insurance market, recognised as setting the standards others try to emulate. We consistently deliver strong growth and exceptional returns, recruiting only the very best and empowering them to deliver. We are known for insuring the homes of the rich and famous through to the most innovative technology companies. Our customers are diverse and unique and are only united by our ability to provide specialist insurance tailored to their needs.The roleWe will consider candidates with or without claims experience, as well as those working in other areas of insurance.You'll deliver superior service to our Hiscox customers and key brokers whilst maintaining and enhancing the Hiscox reputation for its award winning claims handling service. You will be required to liaise with key stakeholders, internally and externally. Working for the Hiscox In-house claims team you’ll enjoy a fast-paced, exciting environment with a high level of autonomy. We encourage people to look for the best way to do things and suggest improvements. It is a place where you can truly make a difference and develop beyond the day job.Service is at the centre of what we do so we are looking for service orientated individuals who put the customer first and are empowered and equipped to make their own decisions on claims and give a level of customer service others revere.The team and Team Leaders are invested in both personal and technical development, are trusting, straight-talking and uncompromising when it comes to service.This is a hybrid role, with two days a week in the office (Colchester or York) and three days working from homeWhat you’ll be doing:Delivering world class customer service daily, respecting the Hiscox claims philosophy and personifying our valuesHandling telephone calls from policyholders, brokers, third parties, loss adjusters and other experts on new and existing claims and identifying key triggers requiring escalation or additional reviewTaking claim notifications over the phone directly from customers and progress their claim in the most appropriate mannerReviewing and confirming Hiscox’s policy coverage positionNegotiating and settling claims fairly and proactively with an emphasis on prompt resolution, indemnity spend and ensuring the customer is kept informedFollowing a defined process and ensuring information is recorded in a clear and consistent manner with clear thought process and next steps planningMeeting and exceeding pre-defined SLAs/targetsDemonstrating excellent file handling and claims management through pro-active portfolio management; accurate and timely reserving; effective risk and indemnity costs managementWworking unsupervised and showing initiative in your claims handling approach; understand that each customer is different and be able to adapt your style accordinglyPromoting and delivering a continuous improvement culture within the UK Property Claims team to deliver a superior customer experience, by identifying areas of opportunity and helping crease innovative solutions.Role modelling the Hiscox brand and our values at all timesOur must-haves:Experience within a customer centric environmentCollaborative and supportive, stepping up when volumes are high without compromising service.A genuine passion for delivering excellent customer serviceCalm and works well under pressureAbility to evidence strong organisational and time management skillsA self-motivated, adaptable approach with a positive response to changeOutstanding communication skills – face-to-face, written and telephone including excellent listening skillsExcellent interpersonal skills and the ability to quickly establish credibility and long lasting relationships within the team, the wider business and with external partnersHighly results driven, with the energy and determination to succeed in an environment where the pace and quality of response is critical to successOur nice to haves:Working toward CII qualifications, or willingness to startExperience within Insurance and/or claimsGood knowledge of Excel, Word and CopilotDiversity and flexible working at HiscoxAt Hiscox we care about our people. We hire the best people for the job and we’re committed to diversity and creating a truly inclusive culture, which we believe drives success. We also understand that working life doesn’t always have to be ‘nine to five’ and we support flexible working wherever we can. No promises, but please chat to our resourcing team about the flexibility we could offer for this role. Work with amazing people and be part of a unique cultureSummaryLocation: York; ColchesterType: Full time

Reference: 4814621Job ID: 5405578Posted: 2026-07-20Closing date: 2026-10-18Location: Colchester (Hybrid)Salary: Negotiable depending on experience (per annum)Job type: PermanentWorking pattern: Full time / Flexible workingIndustry: Accountancy Firms / Public Practice AccountingCompany: HaysConsultant: Cara WhyteHays office: Norwich — Ground Floor, 1 Prince of Wales Road,Phone: 01603 760141Email: cara.whyte@hays.comA highly regarded and growing accountancy practice is looking to recruit an experienced Personal Tax Senior or Assistant Manager to join its thriving tax team.With offices across the UK, this firm combines the resources, technical expertise and career opportunities of a national organisation with the welcoming, supportive culture typically associated with a smaller independent practice. You'll be joining a close-knit team where people are approachable, collaboration is encouraged, and your contribution is genuinely valued.This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced tax professional looking to further develop their expertise while working with a diverse and interesting client portfolio.The RoleWorking closely with Managers, Directors and Partners, you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of personal tax clients whilst supporting a range of compliance and advisory projects.Key responsibilities will include:Managing a portfolio of personal tax clients, ensuring all deadlines are met.Preparing personal tax computations and returns for review.Reviewing tax work prepared by colleagues outside of the tax team.Handling complex HMRC correspondence and enquiries.Providing technical guidance to colleagues and clients.Assisting with tax planning and advisory assignments.Identifying planning opportunities for clients.Advising on Capital Gains Tax and Inheritance Tax matters.Supporting and mentoring junior members of the tax team.Conducting technical research and contributing to specialist projects.About YouYou will be an experienced tax professional who enjoys building relationships with clients and colleagues alike.The successful candidate will ideally have:ATT qualification.Around 5–6 years' post-qualified personal tax experience.Strong technical knowledge across personal taxation.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.The ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.Good commercial awareness and client-facing skills.Excellent attention to detail and analytical ability.Experience using CCH Personal Tax software (desirable).Why Apply?This firm has built a reputation for combining technical excellence with a genuinely people-focused culture. While the business continues to grow nationally, it has worked hard to retain the friendly, supportive environment of a smaller practice.You can expect:A collaborative and welcoming team environment.Exposure to a varied and high-quality client base.Direct access to experienced Directors and Partners.Excellent opportunities for career progression and development.Full support towards further professional qualifications, including tuition, study materials, exam fees and paid study leave.Increasing annual leave entitlement linked to service.Pension scheme.Life assurance.Employee Assistance Programme.Retail and lifestyle discount scheme.If you're looking for a role where you can continue developing your tax career without losing the personal, friendly culture that makes work enjoyable, please contact Cara Whyte at Hays or apply online. #4814621 - Cara Whyte

Our client, based in Colchester is excited to announce that they are recruiting a Financial Advisor to join their growing team. Responsibilities • Provide independent financial advice across pensions, investments, protection and wealth management. • Manage and develop an existing client portfolio while generating new business through referrals, networking and professional relationships. • Deliver compliant, client-focused financial planning in line with FCA regulations and company standards. • Build long-term client relationships and support business growth. • Use financial planning technology including Conquest, PlannerPal and Power BI. • Maintain CPD and regulatory competence. Key Requirements • Minimum 5 years' experience as an Independent Financial Adviser. • Level 4 Diploma (or equivalent) in Financial Planning. • Strong knowledge of UK financial services, pensions, investments and protection. • Excellent communication, analytical and relationship management skills. • Commercially minded with a proven ability to develop business and manage client relationships. Benefits • Hybrid working • 25 days annual leave • Free parking • Holiday trading scheme Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment. Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful

Are you an Accounts Assistant with AAT Level 4 (or nearly there) looking for a role where you’re genuinely supported to grow? Join a friendly, collaborative team in Colchester and put your AAT Level 4 skills to work across a varied client base. The Role Prepare accounts and corporation tax returns for limited companies Prepare accounts for sole traders and partnerships Assist with personal, business and accurate financial record‑keeping Prepare VAT returns and help clients with digital record‑keeping Communicate with clients, gather information and respond to queries Maintain high‑quality working papers and files Use cloud accounting software including Xero, QuickBooks, Sage and CCH Support colleagues and contribute to the smooth running of the office We’re proudly recruiting on behalf of this long‑established, highly respected regional accountancy practice known for its people‑first culture, strong community roots and commitment to developing talent. Their teams work collaboratively across multiple offices, supporting a diverse client base and offering clear progression, structured training and a genuinely supportive environment. If you’re looking for a firm where you can grow your career, feel valued and build long‑term relationships, this opportunity offers exactly that. About You AAT Level 4 qualified or close to completion Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach Confident with cloud accounting software and Excel Clear communicator who enjoys working with clients Organised, proactive and eager to keep developing What’s On Offer £26,000.00 - £29,000.00 per annum A friendly, people‑focused culture where wellbeing and development genuinely matter. Clear progression opportunities and support for further study. Ongoing training, mentoring and access to specialist teams. Competitive benefits package: Holiday 24 days plus 8 days bank holidays Life Assurance Pension 5% employee, 3% employer rising with length of service * and more......... If you’re ready to take the next step in your accounting career and put your AAT Level 4 skills to work in a supportive, people‑focused practice, we’d love to hear from you

Account Manager – Education Media Location: Hybrid / UK Salary: Competitive base + commission Job Type: Full-time I am recruiting on behalf of a respected UK education publisher seeking a motivated Account Manager to help grow revenue across their established media portfolio. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong B2B sales experience who enjoys building relationships and developing new business. About the Company My client provides education suppliers with targeted advertising solutions across print, digital, and email marketing channels, supporting marketing teams in reaching decision‑makers in schools. The Role You will manage a portfolio of existing clients, build new relationships, and create tailored advertising proposals. This is a consultative sales role involving both account management and proactive new business development. Key Responsibilities Manage and grow existing advertising accounts Build strong relationships with marketers and agencies Achieve monthly and quarterly revenue targets Sell print, digital and email campaign solutions Develop a pipeline of new business opportunities Coordinate smooth campaign delivery with internal teams Provide clients with campaign insights and updates What We’re Looking For Essential: B2B sales or advertising sales experience Strong relationship-building and communication skills Ability to manage a pipeline and convert opportunities Commercially driven, organised and proactive Desirable: Experience with print, digital or email advertising Understanding of the education sector CRM experience Why This Opportunity? Work with a respected organisation in the education media space Sell multi‑channel advertising solutions Supportive and collaborative commercial team Competitive salary with strong commission potential

Accounting & Finance Placement Programme - No Experience Required Our training will help you kick-start a new career in Accounting & Finance. We are recruiting for companies who are looking to employ our Accounting Traineeship graduates to support their continued growth. The best part is, you will not need any previous experience as full training will be provided. You will also have the reassurance of a job guarantee upon completion of the training programme. Whether you are working full time, part time or currently unemployed, this package has the flexibility to be completed at a pace that suits you. The traineeship is broken down into 3 simple steps and can be completed in as little as 3-6 months. Step 1 – Online Training The first step is completing the AAT level 2 & 3 courses. You will study core bookkeeping and accounting principles through multimedia-rich video tutorials, presentations and quizzes via an online portal that can be accessed from home. The course includes training towards recognised AAT qualifications, helping you build the knowledge employers are actively looking for within the accounting industry. Step 2 – Practical Training Now that you have learned the theory, it’s time to put your new skills into practice. You will complete practical bookkeeping and accounting exercises designed around real-world business scenarios. Step 3 – Official Exams At the final stage, we will prepare you to sit your official AAT exams. Exams can be taken online or at one of the approved exam centres across the UK. Guaranteed Job Placement Once you have completed the Accounting Traineeship, our recruitment support team will help place you into an entry-level accounting role within your local area. You could work in positions such as: Accounts Assistant Finance Administrator Bookkeeper Payroll Assistant * Purchase Ledger Clerk Through our employer network across the UK, we guarantee you will be offered a role upon completion of the programme or we will refund 100% of your course fees. At a one-off cost of £1,499, or 13 interest-free monthly instalments of £130, this represents a fantastic opportunity to start a rewarding new career in Accounting & Finance with real long-term progression opportunities. Read through the information? Passionate about starting a new career? Apply now and one of our friendly advisors will be in touch. Please note that this is a training course and fees apply

Time Appointments are recruiting on behalf of a trusted Accountancy Firm based in Colchester, who are currently seeking for an experienced Accounts Payable Officer to join their remarkable team. Offering a rewarding career and a dynamic work culture, this is a great opportunity to progress your career with a fantastic and supportive company. Skills & Experience Required: Proven experience in an accounts payable role, with experience looking after multiple entities Strong knowledge and understanding of accounting principles and practices Proficient in using accounting software and financial reporting systems, in particular Xero and Microsoft Dynamics Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy in work Strong communication and interpersonal skills Key Duties & Responsibilities: Review and validate employee expense claims to ensure compliance with company policies. Allocate expenses to appropriate departments and projects, verifying accuracy as needed Investigate and resolve discrepancies related to employee reimbursements and expense submissions Process electronic payments and bank transfers in a timely and accurate manner Ensure all payments adhere to company policies and agreed contractual terms Manage payment schedules, prioritising disbursements based on cash flow and business urgency Support month-end and year-end close processes by maintaining accurate and complete expense records Conduct account transaction reviews to ensure consistent, accurate coding and sufficient supporting detail, including correct cost periods Assist in preparing accounts payable reports, including accruals and ageing analyses Provide documentation and reporting support for internal and external audits Maintain compliance with applicable regulations, including VAT requirements, supplier due diligence, and payment terms Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy within the accounts payable function. * Collaborate with the wider finance team to streamline workflows and ensure effective day-to-day operations In addition to an exceptional working environment, the successful candidate will receive a set of brilliant benefits including an on-site gym, flexibility, and hybrid remote working subject to eligibility

Job Title: Experienced Financial Controller Location: Colchester Salary: £45,000-£60,000 Contract Type: [Permanent / Full-Time] About the Role We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Financial Controller to take full ownership of the finance function in a stand-alone capacity. This is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive and detail-oriented professional who thrives in an autonomous role and enjoys being the go-to person for all financial matters. Key Responsibilities Manage all aspects of the finance function, including month-end and year-end reporting, budgeting, and forecasting. Prepare accurate management accounts, financial statements, and cash flow reports. Oversee accounts payable and receivable, bank reconciliations, and VAT returns. Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and liaise with external auditors. Provide strategic financial insights to support business growth and decision-making. Implement and maintain robust financial controls and processes. About You Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent with proven experience in a similar stand-alone role. Excellent attention to detail and ability to work independently. Proficient in accounting software and advanced Excel skills. Strong communication skills with the ability to influence and advise senior stakeholders. What We Offer Competitive salary and benefits package. Autonomy and responsibility in a key finance role. * Opportunity to make a real impact in a growing business

With a company culture rooted in collaboration, expertise and innovation, we aim to promote progress and inspire our clients, employees, investors and communities to achieve their greatest potential. Our work is the catalyst that helps others achieve their goals. In short, We Enable Possibility.The Regional Underwriting Manager is responsible for providing strategic and technical underwriting direction and leadership across multiple underwriting teams within a designated region. This role ensures leadership of regional case and portfolio management, the consistent application of robust audit and compliance practices, and champions the professional development of underwriters under their remit. By directing audit action plans, maintaining regulatory compliance, supporting the advancement of complex cases, and resolving regional issues, the Regional Manager protects both the integrity and quality of underwriting processes.Furthermore, the Regional Underwriting Manager plays a critical role in supporting strategic initiatives by championing process enhancements, building strong relationships with brokers and stakeholders across the region, and contributing to project planning and budget control. Through a blend of leadership, analytical acumen, and a commitment to continuous improvement, this role ensures that all regional underwriting teams not only uphold regulatory and internal standards but also meet business objectives and drive the organisation’s growth within their region.Key Tasks and ResponsibilitiesAudit and Compliance Oversight: Responsible for conducting and coordinating branch and personal audits, ensuring completion of audit actions, reviewing failures, and maintaining compliance with regulatory and internal standards.Case and Portfolio Management: Manages allocation, review, and progression of underwriting cases including renewals, new business, large and complex cases, LTA, CAT accumulations, and claims. Oversees case selection, tracking, and resolution of contentious issues.Leadership and Collaboration: Leads and participates in team meetings, huddles, and conferrals. Mentors underwriters, manages authorities, supports recruitment, and fosters team communication and development.Reporting and Performance Monitoring: Produces and analyses regular reports on rates, DA results, claims, loss ratios, and lead indicators. Prepares presentations and updates for management and team, ensuring data-driven decision making. Process Improvement and Strategic Initiatives: Drives process enhancements through project involvement, planning, budgeting, and broker engagement. Supports continuous improvement by addressing survey outcomes, participating in projects, and assisting with strategic planning.Role Requirements & SkillsSkills / CompetenciesProven experience in audit and compliance oversight, including conducting, coordinating, and completing audits, and ensuring regulatory and internal standards are met.Strong knowledge of underwriting processes, with demonstrated ability to manage case and portfolio allocation, including complex and large cases, renewals, claims, and accumulation tracking.Analytical skills for producing, reviewing, and interpreting reports on performance metrics such as rates, claims, loss ratios, and lead indicators.Leadership and team management abilities, with experience leading meetings, mentoring staff, managing authorities, supporting recruitment, and fostering effective team communication.Process improvement mindset, with a track record of driving operational enhancements, participating in strategic projects, and implementing feedback from surveys.Excellent collaboration and interpersonal skills, enabling effective teamwork, broker engagement, and stakeholder management.Strong organisational and prioritisation skills, with the ability to manage multiple cases, projects, and priorities simultaneously.Competence in preparing management presentations and data-driven updates to support decision making and strategic planning.Attention to detail and ability to handle contentious or complex cases to ensure timely and effective resolution.Experience in budgeting, planning, and continuous improvement initiatives is highly desirable.QualificationsMinimum A level standard preferredChartered Insurance Institute (CII) qualifications or University Degree (or similar) desirable but not essential for the roleExperienceMinimum 10 years relevant technical underwriting experience within insuranceDo you like solving complex business problems, working with talented colleagues and have an innovative mindset? 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PIA Auditor Remote Position Package - Salary £35,000 upwards plus private health. Working in the network delivery section of a full fibre network owner and ISP, we're looking to bring in a PIA auditor who will be joining the team responsible for the quality check of digital photos and evidence. You'll be responsible for making sure every build submitted to Openreachis evidence-correct, compliant, safe, and auditable before closure. This will be done remotely, via the desktop-review of photo / digital time stamped evidence and searching each design element and its dependencies, i.e. change request tickets associated to design changes recorded elsewhere within the PaaS. It's quality assurance and ideally, we are looking for someone that can blend hands on time in the field around FTTP network deployment using PIA with the desk-based systems knowledge - solutions such as Salesforce, Depotnet or Vitruvi etc. Background: You'll come from a fibre build and compliance background, with a particular focus on network audit and quality. Detailed knowledge of Openreach PIA processes (NOI, structure, permissions and cat-b restraints are essential) and also, you'll understand construction phase milestone codes (CP) - you'll need to be able to point to understanding of CP08, CP10, CP13 and CP17. Familiarity with NRSWA, CDM is assumed and ideally, you'll also have exposure to Power BI. Organisational skills are key on this one. It's a fast moving, build deployment background so work needs to be accurate and fast, especially due to the remote / working from home aspect. Position will start on a direct, 6-month fixed term contract but then will become permanent for the right person in early 2027. JBRP1_UKTJ

Interim French-Speaking Accountant Initial 3-Month Contract | 5 Days per Week | Based Near High Wycombe We are currently recruiting for an experienced French-speaking Accountant to join a well-established international organisation on an interim basis for an initial 3-month contract. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on finance professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and supporting month-end accounting activities. Key Responsibilities • Support the finance team with month-end accounting activities., • Process general accounting transactions accurately and in a timely manner., • Complete balance sheet reconciliations and support process improvements., • Review monthly financial results, ensuring accruals, prepayments and transactional coding are accurate ahead of month-end close., • Resolve aged Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable queries., • Work closely with operational teams to ensure outstanding finance queries are resolved promptly., • Assist with ad hoc finance tasks and projects as required. About You To be successful in this role, you will have: • Previous experience in a broad accounting role covering Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, reconciliations, accruals and month-end reporting., • Intermediate or above French language skills., • Strong Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs., • Excellent analytical, organisational and communication skills., • The ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a busy finance team., • ERP system experience (IFS experience would be advantageous but is not essential). Contract Details • Interim position, • Initial 3-month contract, • 5 days per week, • Based near High Wycombe, • Immediate start preferred If you are an experienced French-speaking Accountant available for your next interim opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice. JBRP1_UKTJ

Senior Construction Finance Manager About the Role We are seeking an experienced and commercially focused Senior Construction Finance Manager to join our growing team. This is a key leadership position responsible for providing financial oversight across multiple construction projects, ensuring robust financial governance, accurate reporting, and strategic commercial support. Working closely with senior management, project directors, and operational teams, you will play a pivotal role in driving financial performance, managing risk, and supporting business growth. Key Responsibilities • Lead all financial aspects of construction projects from tender through to completion., • Prepare, monitor, and manage project budgets, forecasts, cost to complete, retentions and cash flow., • Deliver accurate monthly financial reporting and performance analysis., • Partner with project managers to improve profitability and cost control., • Oversee contract valuations, cost reporting, and financial risk management., • Ensure compliance with accounting standards, company policies, and statutory regulations., • Lead, mentor, and develop finance team members., • Direct the day-to-day finance function for regional projects, overseeing the production of monthly management accounts, bank reconciliations, and P&L variances, • Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and reporting efficiencies., • Sole responsibility overseeing and submitting monthly Construction Industry Scheme CIS) returns and domestic reverse charge vat. About You The successful candidate will possess the following expertise: • A professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent). Extensive experience will be considered., • Significant senior-level finance experience within the construction or infrastructure sector., • Strong commercial acumen with experience supporting large-scale construction projects., • Excellent financial modelling, budgeting, and forecasting skills., • Strong understanding of construction contracts, cost control, and project accounting., • Exceptional analytical, communication, and stakeholder management abilities., • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting systems., • Minimum of 3-5 years of finance experience preferably within construction, and have strong working knowledge of CIS and VAT, • Extensive hands-on experience using Sage 50, Microsoft Excel, Word etc, • Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills., • Self-motivated and able to manage workloads independently Location: Ardwick, Manchester Employment Type: Full-Time Salary: Competitive Working Hours: 40 hours Benefits: • Pension, • 23 days' annual leave (increasing by 1 day per year of service up to a maximum of 25 days), plus all statutory bank holidays and your birthday off as an additional paid day of leave to celebrate., • Professional development opportunities, • Free Gym Access (if Manchester based) About the Company: MCR Property Group is a leading independent real estate investment and development company, operating nationally with offices in London, Manchester, Birmingham, and Glasgow. Our primary focus lies in developing new build and conversion residential, industrial projects and managing a diverse portfolio covering every asset class, which includes around 7,500 residential plots and commercial/industrial assets exceeding £2 billion in value. JBRP1_UKTJ

Spanish speaking Account Manager LANGUGAES Spanish LOCATION Colchester, Essex (Office-based) THE COMPANY Our client is a successful international procurement and supply chain company, supplying customers across Europe, Latin America, South America, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia. Due to continued business growth, they are looking to recruit a Spanish speaking Account Manager to join their busy commercial team in Colchester. THE JOB As a Spanish speaking Account Manager, you will manage customer accounts while sourcing products from UK and international suppliers. You will negotiate pricing, manage supplier relationships, prepare quotations, coordinate orders, and deliver outstanding customer service throughout the sales process. This role combines sales, account management, purchasing, procurement, supplier management, customer service, and international trade, making it ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced commercial environment. Key Responsibilities: • Manage Spanish speaking customer accounts across international markets, • Develop and maintain long-term customer relationships, • Source products from UK and global manufacturers and suppliers, • Identify and onboard new suppliers, • Obtain, compare, and evaluate supplier quotations, • Negotiate prices, lead times, payment terms, and commercial agreements, • Prepare accurate customer quotations and pricing proposals, • Process purchase orders from enquiry through to delivery, • Coordinate with warehouse, logistics, and freight partners, • Monitor supplier performance and delivery schedules, • Resolve customer and supplier enquiries efficiently, • Maintain accurate procurement, purchasing, and CRM records, • Support continuous improvement across procurement and supply chain operations CANDIDATE SKILLS & EXPERIENCE • Fluent Spanish and English (spoken and written), • Previous experience in sales, account management, business development, customer service, procurement, purchasing, or supply chain, • Excellent negotiation and communication skills, • Strong relationship-building abilities, • Commercial awareness and customer-focused mindset, • Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines, • High attention to detail, • Professional telephone manner, • Good Microsoft Office skills, • Full UK right to work, • Own transport to commute to the Colchester office SALARY & BENEFITS • Competitive salary of £35,000, • Annual performance bonus, • 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays, • Workplace pension, • Private healthcare after one year's service, • Ongoing internal and external training, • Career development opportunities, • Friendly and supportive team, • Exposure to international procurement, sourcing, and global trade APPLY If you're a Spanish speaking sales professional looking for your next opportunity in sales, procurement, purchasing, supply chain, international trade, or account management, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit your CV together with a brief cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role.

Purpose of role • The planning, execution and communication of risk-based audit reviews of, operational,commercial compliance and reputational risk from a projects Health and Safety aspect, • The provision of cost-effective recommendations to mitigate risk and control weaknesses identified during the review process., • Maintaining registers of agreed upon actions and following up with local management to ensurethat agreed steps are taken to address risks identified. Benefits • 25 days holiday, plus 8 bank holidays, • Company events, • 5% Employer pension contribution, • Enhanced paternity & maternity leave, • Life assurance, • Private medical insurance, • Health & wellbeing programme, • Referral programme, • Competitive salary, • Car allowance, • Occupational sick payMain responsibilities, • Undertake Health and Safety auditing and inspections of Beck and Pollitzer working site (whether as Principal Contractor or contractor) client designated projects., • Identify health and safety risk and hazards and help put in place corrective actions as needed., • Report into the Health and Safety Management all findings and corrective actions to enable trends to be identified and development of campaigns for improvements to be implemented., • Play an effective role as part of the site-based Health & Safety team., • The site audits and inspections shall involve or lead to:, • Regular reporting on site Health, Safety and Environmental standards., • The checking of compliance to policies, procedures and site rules and that they are being properly implemented., • Undertaking or assisting with accident, incident & near miss investigations, root cause analysis and close out., • Helping with the development of key performance indicators and trend analysis., • The undertaking of the RAMS review process., • Checking on contractor / pre-start & kick off meetings / documentation prior to them attending site and when on site activities are being carried out., • Helping with the forward planning of resource requirements., • Implementation of the Health and Safety Policy and the Health and Safety Management system., • Lead daily site auditing process and ensure compliance with auditing standards., • Document that the site managers weekly site audit and issue report detailing findings and countermeasures etc., • Help with regular updates to the UK manager on weekly & Monthly reports which include statistical and trend analysis., • Keeping up to date with new legislation and maintaining a working knowledge of all the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) applicable legislation., • Be part of the advisory link with UK Health & Safety Manager, UK H&S Team, site CDM Managers and Project Managers and all other employees on matters relating to Health and Safety., • Assist with & implement a range of site-based Health & Safety events to promote good working practices and engagement where applicable., • Assist the UK divisions with compliance to the ISO 45001, • Carry out internal audits in accordance with our ISO 45001 Standard management system. From time to time your manager may ask you to undertake reasonable tasks not stated within this role profile but commensurate with your position. The Company also reserves the right to review and update this profile to reflect the changing needs of the job. However, any significant changes will be discussed in consultation with you. Experience, knowledge and qualifications required • NVQ level 5 Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety (desirable but not a must), • Qualified in occupational Health and Safety to at least NEBOSH Certificate or equivalent., • Ideally a min of 2-3 years of relevant experience with a view to learn more and develop, • A good practical knowledge of Health and Safety., • A good working knowledge of site-based activities, hazards & risks, • A good working knowledge of CDM regulations, • Able to use Microsoft Office to a good level including Excel, Power Point & Word, • Knowledge of UK Legislation is a must, • Must have either a mechanical or electrical backgroundPersonal characteristics required, • Excellent written and verbal skills at technical and professional levels, • Solution oriented., • Able to work at a consistent level under pressure and demanding deadlines, • Able to work with others in various team environments and to be confident and assertive with people at all levels;, • Excellent time management skills, and able to prioritise multiple tasks, • A proactive and practical attitude to Health and Safety. JBRP1_UKTJ

Trainee Accountant - Colchester We're looking for a motivated Trainee Accountant to join a friendly and growing accountancy practice in Colchester. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who has started their career in accountancy, with full training and support provided. You'll gain experience across accounts preparation, bookkeeping, VAT returns and tax, while working closely with a range of clients. The ideal candidate will have: • Previous accountancy experience and ideally level 3 AAT, • A genuine interest in accountancy and finance, • Good attention to detail and organisational skills, • Strong communication and IT skills, • A willingness to learn and develop Our client offers good benefits, hybrid working and a salary that will develop as you prove yourself in the position. If you're enthusiastic, reliable and keen to build a career in accountancy, we'd love to hear from you.

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Payroll Specialist - Permanent - England, Scotland, Ireland - Remote - Hybrid - up to £55,000 per annum Oakleaf Partnership is delighted to be exclusively partnered with a sports retailer, who are looking for a Payroll Specialist, on a permanent basis. This role will be responsible for coordinating payroll operations, across the EMEA region, specifically France. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in a fast-paced, international environment, play a key role in ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant payroll delivery, and ideally speak fluent French. The Payroll Specialist will be assisting/overseeing duties such as: • Process and oversee monthly payrolls, across France & Italy using ADP, • Collect, verify, and input payroll data including new starters, leavers, variable pay, and benefit deductions, • Liaise with external payroll vendors and internal stakeholders to meet payroll timelines and resolve discrepancies, • Ensure full statutory compliance with local payroll, tax regulations in each country, • Support monthly, quarterly, and year end reporting, including reconciliations and audit support, • Maintain payroll records in accordance with legal and internal policy requirements, • Respond promptly and professionally to payroll related employee queries, • Contribute to the continuous improvement of payroll processes, documentation, and systems Key Skills: • Proven experience processing French payrolls in a multi country context, • ADP experience is desirable, • Strong knowledge of local tax, pension, and labour regulations across EMEA countries, • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, • Fluent in French is desirable, • Strong numerical skills, attention to detail, and confidentiality, • Excellent communication skills If you are interested in discussing this position in greater detail, please apply now. JBRP1_UKTJ

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SF Executive are partnered with a highly successful, family-owned manufacturing business in Essex. They are seeking a Chief Financial Officer to lead them through a period of growth and to prepare them for a business transaction within the next few years. Our client is looking for an individual who is strong both technically and commercially. You will be comfortable with being involved in the detail when appropriate and leading and motivating the wider finance team. You will be a trusted advisor to the board, attending regular meetings and ensuring you are involved in the growth and direction of the business. To be considered for this role you will have significant experience in the manufacturing sector, ideally within family or privately ran businesses. It will be beneficial if you have operated within an international setting and have some exposure to a business transaction of some kind. The role will sit over not just finance but also commercial and procurement departments - you will therefore have had some exposure to these elements in the past. This role in located within Essex and will require the successful individual to be based on site 3 days per week (with an adult approach to flexibility)

Tax Senior / Semi Senior | Colchester | Competitive salary, dependent on experience Personal tax roles that come with genuine advisory exposure are not that easy to find, and this is one of them. A well-regarded firm of chartered certified accountants with offices across Essex is growing and wants a Tax Senior or Semi Senior for the tax team in their Colchester office. You would sit alongside the Tax Director, which means the advisory work is not something you get to look at once a year, it is part of the job. What you'll be doing: Running a mixed portfolio of high net worth individuals, directors, self-employed clients, subcontractors and partnerships Preparing tax returns, along with self-employed and partnership accounts Capital Gains Tax work, including 60 day property filings Supporting the Tax Director with ad hoc advisory work Preparing P11Ds Dealing directly with HMRC and speaking to clients yourself What they're looking for: At least three years in a busy tax department within practice Solid practical knowledge of personal tax CGT experience, including 60 day property reporting Someone confident with clients and comfortable dealing with people at all levels A proactive approach rather than waiting to be handed work What's on offer: Competitive salary depending on experience Study support where it is needed 37.5 hour week 22 days holiday plus bank holidays Direct working relationship with the Tax Director and real advisory exposure If you are in personal tax and want more than compliance, this one is worth a conversation

Head of Finance £70,000 - £75,000 a year - Full-time Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm Office based position, with free parking on-site Hybrid working (1 day per week) available after 3-6 months Our client on the outskirts of Colchester are seeking a Head of Finance to join the senior team at a very exciting time for the business. The Head of Finance will provide strategic and operational leadership of the finance function, ensuring the business remains financially robust, commercially focused and well governed. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, this position will work closely with the Chief Executive Officer, Managing Director and operational leaders to shape strategy, support sustainable growth and provide financial insight. Key duties: Develop and deliver the financial strategy, aligned to corporate objectives and long-term business plans Provide strategic financial advice to the Chief Executive, Managing Director, Board and Senior Leadership Team Lead financial modelling and scenario planning to support growth, investment and service development Monitor developments within the adult social care sector and advise on the financial impact of changes in commissioning, funding and regulation Lead the annual budgeting and long-term financial planning processes Develop and lead an annual strategy for fee uplifts, using financial analysis, market intelligence and bench-marking to support negotiations with local authorities, NHS commissioners and other funding bodies Produce accurate monthly management accounts, forecasts, cash flow projections and performance analysis Monitor financial performance, identifying emerging risks and opportunities Work with operational managers to improve budget management and financial accountability Prepare high-quality financial reports, forecasts and business cases for the Board Present complex financial information clearly to support informed decision-making Support the Board in meeting its governance responsibilities through robust financial reporting, assurance and risk management Lead the financial appraisal, modelling and due diligence of acquisitions, mergers and new services Work with external advisers throughout acquisition processes. Support post-acquisition integration, ensuring effective financial controls, reporting and performance monitoring Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, accounting standards and regulatory obligations Lead the preparation of statutory accounts and manage the external audit process Oversee tax, VAT, payroll and statutory reporting requirements Monitor occupancy, staffing costs, agency spend and service profitability Oversee cash flow, working capital and banking arrangements Ensure effective debtor management and income collection Lead the development of finance systems, reporting and internal processes Promote automation and technology to improve efficiency and reporting capability Lead, develop and motivate the finance team, fostering a collaborative and high-performing cultureCandidate requirements: Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CIPFA). Can consider QBE Evidence of continuing professional development Significant experience in a senior finance leadership role Adult social care, healthcare or another regulated sector would be a strong advantage Experience reporting to Boards or Trustees and presenting strategic financial information Strong track record in budgeting, forecasting, statutory reporting and financial control Experience managing external audit and regulatory compliance Financial modelling, business planning and commercial decision support Experience supporting acquisitions, organisational growth or major business change Experience leading and developing finance teamsHuntress does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. PLEASE NOTE! You should make yourself aware of how immigration laws apply to your situation before applying for any jobs. We are acting as a Recruitment Business in relation to this role

IFA New Business Administrator Location: Colchester, Essex Salary: £30,000 - £33,500 Days/ Hours of work: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm Benefits 23 days holiday + bank holidays (increasing to 25 days after 5 years) Office closure over Christmas Death in Service policy Income Protection Workplace pension scheme Friendly, close knit and supportive team environment Parking costs covered/ space provided where availableA well established and highly regarded Independent Financial Advisory firm based in Colchester is looking to add an experienced IFA Administrator to their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a close, collaborative and hardworking office where everyone supports one another. The business prides itself on delivering high quality wealth management services and maintaining strong client relationships. You will be responsible for supporting advisers with the full end to end new business process, working across a wide range of financial products and services. This is a varied and fast paced role, ideal for someone who enjoys seeing tasks through from start to finish. Duties Processing new business applications for both new and existing clients Managing pension and ISA transfers from initiation through to completion Handling trust applications and inheritance tax planning cases Processing tax wrapper switches and withdrawals Setting up investment income and pension income Managing Letters of Authority and annuity applications Submitting applications and ensuring accurate completion across all systems Tracking cases and providing updates through to completion Liaising with providers and clients to resolve queries Using intelliflo as the core CRM/database system Working across multiple client platforms including Aberdeen, Fidelity, Elevate and Quilter Processing fund withdrawals and coordinating payments to clientsThe ideal candidate Experience within an IFA firm (essential) Strong background in new business processing across a variety of financial products Experience handling cases from start to finish Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills Strong communication and relationship building abilities A team player who thrives in a collaborative, friendly but hardworking environmentOffice Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an Interim Assistant Director Finance & Governance and deputy S151 Officer to join this Local Authority for an initial period of 6 months. As the Interim Assistant Director Finance & Governance and deputy S151 will provide strategic leadership across the Council's Finance and Governance Services, including Revenues and Benefits, Commercial and Procurement, and Audit and Risk. You will also provide expert financial and governance advice to senior leaders and elected members, lead the delivery of key priorities, policies and strategies, and ensure compliance with statutory requirements. The role will support income generation and service improvement, promote collaboration and best practice across the organisation, and champion the Council's equality and diversity objectives. The successful candidate will provide visible leadership through clear communication, maintain an office presence of at least three days per week, and lead service committees while supporting Scrutiny Committees. To be considered for the role you will need to be a CCAB qualified accountant and ideally held a previous post as a DS151. You will also have experience of providing effective and expert financial and governance assurance advice and guidance in a complex political environment as well as significant experience of successfully leading, managing, motivating, developing and inspiring teams through significant periods of change. The role requires 2 to 3 days a week in the office and the rate is £(Apply online only) a day inside IR35

I am working with a Local Authority in Essex who are looking for an Interim Assistant Director of Finance & Governance (Deputy S151 Officer) for 6 months initially. The role is full time and paying £850 umbrella per day (inside IR35) - this can be negotiated for the right candidate. The role is hybrid, 3 days a week on site, 2 days from home. Job Purpose: The postholder will provide strategic leadership across the Council's Finance and Governance Services, including Revenues and Benefits, Commercial and Procurement, and Audit and Risk, while acting as Deputy Section 151 Officer. They will provide expert financial and governance advice to senior leaders and elected members, lead the delivery of key priorities, policies and strategies, and ensure compliance with statutory requirements. The role will support income generation and service improvement, promote collaboration and best practice across the organisation, and champion the Council's equality and diversity objectives. The successful candidate will provide visible leadership through clear communication, maintain an office presence of at least three days per week, and lead service committees while supporting Scrutiny Committees. Accountabilities: To support the Executive Director of Resources & Governance, in developing and delivering the corporate vision, value and priorities of the Council and the projects for which the post holder is responsible. To ensure the delivery of the council's finance, commercial procurement, insurance, audit, risk and revenues and benefits services. To lead, direct and effectively manage high performing, customer focused services, ensure that the Council performs its duties in accordance with relevant statutory obligations and the principles of good governance. Build strong corporate partnering and commissioning relationships with partners, governmental bodies and stakeholders ensuring that influence and evidence is used to promote better outcomes for the Council's community. To focus on service improvement issues working under the direction of the Executive Director of Resources & Governance, and in partnership with the Council's chosen support partners on the service improvement journey and to lead on special projects to deliver service improvements and redesign, both on their own and within a team to enhance efficiency and to meet key performance indicators.The Experience You Will Bring: CCAB qualified or equivalent i.e. CIMA re S151 regs. Demonstrable experience of providing effective and expert financial and governance assurance advice and guidance in a complex political environment. Significant experience of successfully leading, managing, motivating, developing and inspiring teams through significant periods of change. Proven experience of dealing with Chief Executive, key stakeholders and elected Councillors at all levels within a local government context. Significant experience in Local Government constitution, financial regulations and Local Code of Governance. Demonstrable experience of negotiating at a high level with a range of stakeholders including within complex political environments. Experience of delivering complex services and making successful improvements to processes and the services. Flexibility and ability to work under pressure including meeting deadlines and managing a complex workload simultaneously. Experience and expert knowledge of the statutory requirement and operational delivery of an internal audit service to a major public body. Experience and knowledge of the operational delivery of an insurance service to a major public body. Experience of working in pursuit of collaborative/organisational goals. Takes control and exercises leadership. Initiates action, gives direction and takes responsibility.Please only apply for this post if you have the essential skills and experience as mentioned above and happy to work in Essex as and when needed. Thank you Charlotte Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer. Eden Brown Limited is a limited company registered in England and Wales with registered number (phone number removed). Our registered address is 5th floor 4 Coleman Street, London, EC2R 5AR, part of nGAGE Specialist Recruitment Limited T/A nGAGE Talent. Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail. This message is intended solely for the addressee and may contain confidential information. If you have received this message in error, please send it back to us, and immediately and permanently delete it. Do not use, copy or disclose the information contained in this message or in any attachment. We take reasonable precautions to ensure no viruses are present in this email but cannot accept responsibility for any loss or damage sustained as a result of computer viruses and the recipient must ensure that the email (and attachments) are virus free

Great Finance Operations Don't Just Happen. Great Teams Make Them Happen. Love keeping the numbers accurate, the cash moving and the team performing at its best? This is an opportunity to take ownership of the day-to-day engine room of a fast-moving finance function - leading a talented team while keeping Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, banking and cash management running smoothly. At Bulk™, we're on an incredible journey. We're transforming from a manufacturing-led retailer into a destination brand for active nutrition, disrupting the industry through bold thinking, innovative products and ambitious growth plans. Now we're looking for a Senior Accounts / Supervisor who can bring together strong finance operations knowledge, people leadership and a continuous improvement mindset to help us keep raising the bar. The Role at a Glance: Senior Accounts / Supervisor Colchester, Essex | Hybrid - 3 Days Office Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits Full Time | Permanent Reporting to: Finance Operations Manager Direct Reports: 4 Finance Team Members Company: Bulk™ - One of Europe's Fastest Growing Active Nutrition Brands Culture: Ambitious | Collaborative | Fast-Paced | Innovative Your Background / Skills: Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Finance Operations, Team Leadership, Treasury, Cash Forecasting, Process Improvement, Excel Who We Are Bulk™ is on a mission to become the world's most trusted destination brand for active nutrition. We're a team of ambitious, passionate people who challenge convention and constantly look for smarter, better ways of doing things. From disruptive marketing campaigns to innovative product development, we're reshaping how consumers think about sports nutrition. We move fast, think big and back people who are prepared to take ownership, challenge thinking and make things better. If you enjoy pace, responsibility and being part of a business that's constantly evolving, you'll feel right at home. The Opportunity As Senior Accounts / Supervisor, you'll oversee the day-to-day delivery of our finance operations while leading and developing a team of four. You'll keep the fundamentals running brilliantly - accurate processing, strong controls, healthy cash management and smooth month-end delivery - while looking for opportunities to make our processes more efficient and effective. It's a hands-on leadership role combining finance operations, cash management, reporting, process improvement and people development. You'll be close enough to the detail to understand what's happening, while giving your team the direction, coaching and support they need to deliver. What You'll Be Doing Finance Operations • Oversee day-to-day Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable activity. • Manage monthly sales and purchase ledger reviews. • Ensure finance processing is accurate, controlled and completed to deadline. • Maintain strong operational finance processes and identify opportunities to improve them. • Monitor financial controls and ensure agreed procedures are consistently followed. • Support operational sign-off for new systems, processes and improvements. Cash Management & Treasury • Own the weekly cash forecast and present key findings to senior finance leadership. • Manage treasury-related processes and controls. • Review payment runs and support payment execution where required. • Oversee bank reconciliations and ensure outstanding items are resolved promptly. • Support ad hoc payment requirements while maintaining appropriate controls. Reporting & Performance • Produce monthly operational reporting and provide clear performance insights. • Monitor KPIs and highlight emerging performance, workload or resource risks. • Review operational metrics and identify potential control issues. • Provide accurate information and analysis to support better decision-making. Leading the Team • Lead, coach and develop a team of four finance professionals. • Set objectives and manage performance reviews and development plans. • Balance workloads and ensure key deadlines are consistently achieved. • Provide training, guidance and ongoing support. • Create an environment where people take ownership, collaborate and perform at their best. Working Across the Business • Build strong relationships with stakeholders across Bulk™. • Resolve finance queries efficiently and professionally. • Communicate confidently with internal and external stakeholders. • Work collaboratively across Finance and wider operational teams to keep things moving. About You You're a hands-on finance professional who understands the detail but also enjoys helping other people succeed. Organised, accurate and commercially aware, you're comfortable managing competing priorities and spotting where a process could work better. You'll likely bring: • At least 3 years' experience within finance or accounting. • Previous experience leading, supervising or coaching a finance team. • Strong practical knowledge of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable. • Experience managing operational workloads, deadlines and competing priorities. • Exposure to cash forecasting, treasury or banking processes. • Strong Excel and accounting systems skills. • Excellent attention to detail and a strong control mindset. • Confident communication and relationship-building skills. • A proactive, solutions-focused approach to problems. • The ability to work independently while contributing to wider finance team objectives. You'll Thrive Here If You • Enjoy leading from the front rather than managing from a distance. • Stay organised and accurate when things get busy. • Naturally look for ways to improve processes. • Take ownership rather than waiting to be asked. • Enjoy developing people and seeing your team succeed. • Are comfortable working in an ambitious, fast-moving environment. What Are The Gains? • Monthly Bulk Bank Benefits Allowance. • Subsidised Gym Membership. • Birthday Day Off. • PerkBox Subscription. • 60% Discount on Bulk™ Products. • Flexi Start Scheme. • Optional Additional Annual Leave. • Pension Scheme. • Life Assurance. • Medicash Healthcare Benefits. • Volunteering Day. • Cycle to Work Scheme. • Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Leave. • Fully Stocked Bulk™ Pantry. • Happy Hour Drinks Fridge. • Summer Working Hours. • Ongoing Learning & Development Opportunities. Why Bulk™? You'll be joining a high-growth brand that's ambitious about where it's going and equally ambitious about developing the people helping it get there. For you, that means the opportunity to strengthen your leadership experience, influence how finance operations are delivered and help shape better processes as the business continues to evolve. It's a role for someone who wants to lead people, own the detail and make finance operations better - not simply keep the existing processes ticking over. Your Experience / Background / Previous Roles May Include Accounts Supervisor, Finance Operations Supervisor, Finance Team Leader, Accounts Team Leader, Accounts Payable Team Leader, Accounts Receivable Team Leader, Finance Operations Team Leader, Senior Accounts Assistant, Ledger Supervisor, Finance Coordinator or Finance Operations Lead. Apply Now If you're ready to take greater ownership, develop a talented finance team and help keep the financial engine of a high-growth consumer brand running brilliantly, we'd love to hear from you. Application notice... We take your privacy seriously. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone regarding your application. Your data is processed by Recruitment Revolution on the basis of legitimate interests for the purposes of the recruitment process. Please refer to the Recruitment Revolution Privacy Policy on their website for further details