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Financial Reporting Manager \n The Opportunity \n This is not a replacement hire. It's a newly created position that reflects the continued growth and evolution of a well-established, complex organisation. \n As the finance function continues to expand its capability and strengthen its controls environment, there is a need for an ambitious, technically strong finance professional to join the team as Financial Reporting Manager \n Working closely with an experienced Financial Controller, this role offers significant exposure across financial reporting, audit, controls, technical accounting and stakeholder engagement. More importantly, it provides a genuine platform for progression, offering the breadth of experience and responsibility needed to develop into a future Financial Controller position. \n For someone looking to accelerate their career within a supportive but high-performing environment, this is an opportunity to build the skills, credibility and commercial understanding required for the next step in their leadership journey. \n \n The Role \n As the Financial Reporting Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the integrity, accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting across the business. \n Acting as the operational lead across month-end close, balance sheet governance, audit delivery and financial controls, you will work closely with the Financial Controller to maintain a robust reporting framework while driving continuous improvement across processes and controls. \n The role offers broad exposure across both technical and operational finance, providing an excellent opportunity to deepen your expertise while gaining valuable leadership experience. \n \n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Lead the day-to-day month-end close process, ensuring reporting deadlines are achieved\n, • Review journals, accruals and key accounting calculations prepared by the wider finance team\n, • Prepare monthly reporting packs and provide insightful variance analysis\n, • Oversee balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring quality, accuracy and appropriate supporting documentation\n, • Monitor aged balance sheet items and areas of financial risk, escalating where appropriate\n, • Coordinate internal and external audit activity, managing requests, evidence and audit actions\n, • Perform first-line financial control reviews and support enhancements to the controls framework\n, • Research and assess the impact of new accounting standards and technical developments\n, • Support year-end close activities and statutory reporting requirements\n, • Prepare technical accounting papers, audit schedules and financial disclosures\n, • Contribute to process improvement initiatives across reporting, governance and capital expenditure accounting\n, • Partner with stakeholders across finance and the wider business to support informed decision-making\n\n \n About You \n You will be a technically capable accountant who enjoys operating within a controlled and regulated environment. Equally comfortable working in the detail and seeing the bigger picture, you'll be looking for a role that offers both challenge and clear development opportunities. \n \n Requirements \n\n • ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified\n, • Minimum three years' post-qualified experience within a financial reporting, financial control or technical accounting environment\n, • Strong technical accounting knowledge and understanding of financial controls\n, • Proven experience managing month-end close processes and balance sheet governance\n, • Experience supporting both internal and external audits\n, • Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail\n, • Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver to challenging deadlines\n, • Confident communicator with the ability to build effective relationships across a range of stakeholders\n\n \n Why Apply? \n This role offers far more than day-to-day financial control responsibilities. It provides the opportunity to work alongside an experienced finance leadership team, gain exposure to complex technical and reporting matters, and develop the breadth of experience required to step into a Financial Controller role in the future. \n For ambitious finance professionals looking to take a significant step forward in their career, this represents a genuine pathway towards finance leadership.

Your new companyHays are pleased to be partnering with a local Wolverhampton-based manufacturing business who are looking for some interim support within their finance team. Your new roleWorking in partnership with the Financial Controller, this role provides technical accounting expertise across statutory reporting, audit, taxation, treasury and internal controls. It serves as a key liaison for external auditors and collaborates closely with Finance colleagues to enhance reporting accuracy, strengthen financial controls, and drive continuous improvement as the business grows.Duties include: \n\n • Assist in the production of monthly management accounts and statutory reporting for Group entities, ensuring all submissions are completed accurately, on time, and in accordance with Group reporting standards.\n, • Act as the key contact for external auditors, managing information requests and coordinating deliverables to support the successful completion of interim and year-end audits.\n, • Enhance the finance control framework through the identification of risks and process inefficiencies, implementing improvements to strengthen governance, controls, and financial systems.\n, • Experience of transfer pricing\n, • Maintain fixed asset registers and lease accounting records, ensuring compliance with Group policies and relevant accounting regulations.\n, • Coordinate the reporting of R&D expenditure and manage the annual R&D tax relief claim process, liaising with both internal stakeholders and external advisors.\n, • Monitor foreign exchange hedging activities and administer intercompany dividend calculations, ensuring accurate accounting treatment and supporting documentation.\n, • Provide support for tax compliance activities, including the implementation and ongoing review of transfer pricing arrangements to ensure they remain appropriate and effective.\n, • Work collaboratively with Finance and operational teams, delivering technical accounting guidance and contributing to the continuous enhancement of financial reporting and business processes.\n\n What you'll need to succeedYou will have suitable experience with the above duties, preferably within a manufacturing or similar industry. The business are currently using Microsoft 365, experience with this system would be desirable but not essential. We are happy to consider qualified ACCA/CIMA candidates as well as QBE. What you'll get in return \n\n • Hybrid working\n, • Parking on-site\n\n What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. \n 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

Your new companyAn exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Management Accountant to join a well-established industrial manufacturing and processing business. Operating within a dynamic and fast-paced environment, this hands-on role sits within a small finance team and is ideally suited to an individual who enjoys ownership, variety, and working closely with operational stakeholders.The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering accurate management reporting, maintaining robust financial controls, and providing valuable financial insight to support business performance and continuous improvement initiatives.Your new role \n\n • Prepare monthly management accounts including profit and loss reporting, balance sheet reconciliations, journals, accruals, prepayments, and supporting commentary.\n, • Take ownership of key aspects of the month-end close process and ensure strong financial controls are maintained.\n, • Analyse financial performance, investigate variances, and provide meaningful insight to support commercial decision-making.\n, • Manage core sales ledger activities including invoicing, credit control, reconciliations, revenue recognition, and cash collection support.\n, • Support stock accounting processes, including inventory reconciliations, stock valuation, and operational cost reporting.\n, • Assist with budgeting, forecasting, cash flow reporting, VAT returns, fixed asset management, and year-end audit requirements.\n, • Identify and implement opportunities to improve finance processes, reporting, and internal controls.\n, • Build effective relationships with operational teams, including production, procurement, and logistics to support performance and drive continuous improvement.\n, • Provide support across wider finance activities and offer cover where required to ensure business continuity.\n\n What you'll need to succeed \n\n • ACCA, CIMA, ACA qualified, part-qualified, or qualified by experience (QBE).\n, • Proven management accounting experience gained within manufacturing, industrial, engineering, logistics, distribution, or similar operational environments.\n, • Strong month-end accounting, reconciliation, and financial control experience.\n, • Experience working within a small finance team where flexibility, ownership, and initiative are key.\n, • Exposure to sales ledger, stock accounting, inventory, or working capital management.\n, • Advanced Excel skills and experience using ERP systems.\n\n Desirable \n\n • Experience using Business Central or a similar integrated ERP system.\n\n What you'll get in return \n\n • 25 days A/L + bank holidays\n, • Free meals/snacks\n, • 5% employer pension contribution\n, • Private medical insurance (post probation)\n\n What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. \n 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

RM Recruit is delighted to be partnering with a growing Academy Trust to recruit an experienced Head of Finance on an interim basis for approximately six months. As the Trust transitions from a Single Academy Trust to a Multi-Academy Trust (MAT), it requires a finance professional with sector expertise to provide strategic guidance on the development and implementation of enhanced financial procedures, controls, and operational processes. \n \n Main duties will include, but not be limited to: \n \n\n • Budget Forecast Return (BFR) and prepare the Trust for the critical August Year-End Audit.\n, • Balance Sheet Oversight: Conduct necessary remediation on the balance sheet, focusing heavily on capitalisation, fixed assets, and balancing accounts\n, • Centralisation & Reporting: Review, refine, and modernise the monthly Management Accounts (MA) process to better reflect structural changes across the MAT.\n\n \n The successful candidate will be an accomplished Head of Finance or Senior Finance Manager with demonstrable experience within the Academy or wider education sector. You will possess a strong understanding of MAT accounting principles, statutory financial reporting requirements, and complex balance sheet management. In addition, you will be highly systems-literate, with the ability to translate technical and regulatory changes into clear, accessible guidance for non-finance stakeholders. \n \n You will be qualified (ACA/CIMA/ACMA/CIPFA) however candidates who are qualified by experience / part qualified will be considered should they evidence strong experience in the sector. The start date for this role will be September 2026 \n \n RM Recruit is committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and will treat all applicants equally irrespective of sex, sexual orientation, marital/civil partnership status, age, disability, race, religion, pregnancy, ethnic or national origin.

Senior Accountant \n Location: LeicesterSalary: Competitive + BenefitsJob Type: Full-time, Permanent \n About the Opportunity \n Are you an experienced practice professional looking to take the next step in your career with a modern and ambitious accountancy firm? \n Our client is a well-established chartered accountancy and business advisory practice that supports businesses across the UK with a comprehensive range of services including accounts, audit, tax, cloud accounting and business advisory. Built on a reputation for trusted advice, technical expertise and long-term client relationships, the firm works closely with SMEs, owner-managed businesses and high-growth organisations to help them achieve their financial goals. The business is known for its proactive approach, sector knowledge and commitment to delivering practical, commercially focused solutions. \n Due to continued growth, they are seeking a talented Senior Accountant to join their Leicester team. \n The Role \n As a Senior Accountant, you will play a key role in managing a varied portfolio of clients while supporting junior team members and maintaining high standards of service delivery. \n Responsibilities will include: \n\n • Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts for a range of SME and owner-managed business clients\n, • Producing management accounts and financial reports\n, • Preparing and reviewing corporation tax returns\n, • Managing client relationships and acting as a trusted point of contact\n, • Providing proactive accounting and business advice to clients\n, • Supporting junior team members through mentoring and technical guidance\n, • Assisting with workflow management and ensuring deadlines are met\n, • Liaising with HMRC and other external stakeholders where required\n, • Supporting partners and managers on ad-hoc projects and advisory assignments\n\n About You \n To be successful in this role, you will ideally have: \n\n • ACA or ACCA qualification (or be Qualified by Experience with strong practice exposure)\n, • Previous experience working within an accountancy practice environment\n, • Strong technical knowledge of accounts preparation and taxation\n, • Experience managing your own client portfolio\n, • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills\n, • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines\n, • Experience using cloud-based accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks or Sage\n, • A proactive and commercially minded approach\n\n What's on Offer? \n\n • Competitive salary and benefits package\n, • Clear career progression opportunities\n, • Exposure to a diverse and interesting client base\n, • Ongoing professional development and training\n, • Supportive and collaborative working environment\n, • Opportunity to work with a forward-thinking and growing practice\n, • Modern systems and technology-driven processes\n\n Apply Now \n If you're an experienced Accountant looking to join a respected and growing firm where you can make a genuine impact and continue developing your career, we'd love to hear from you. \n Apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion.

Group Financial Controller \n Salary: £70,000 - £90,000 DOE \n Location: Walsall \n A leading organisation in Walsall is seeking a Group Financial Controller to join their business and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the business. This opportunity offers you the chance to work closely with senior management, oversee multi-company & multi-currency consolidations. \n \n Responsibilities of the Group Financial Controller: \n \n\n • Provide guidance and support to group accounting staff while liaising regularly with senior management teams to ensure alignment on financial objectives.\n, • Prepare and review comprehensive UK and Group financial reports and analysis, ensuring accuracy and clarity for all stakeholders.\n, • Attend to all aspects of Group annual accounts including consolidation processes and audit coordination, maintaining high standards of compliance.\n, • Conduct thorough reviews of financial procedures, contracts systems, and recommend improvements where necessary to enhance efficiency.\n, • Ensure strict compliance with regulatory bodies regarding finance, contracts, data protection, money laundering, ONS reporting, and ISO requirements as applicable.\n, • Work diligently in accordance with legal and statutory requirements as well as company policies and procedures to uphold organisational integrity.\n, • Assist with the implementation of quality systems and workplace health and safety measures across the finance function.\n, • Prepare monthly cash flow forecasts for the UK company and review intercompany billings to maintain effective liquidity management.\n, • Oversee preparation of annual financial statements for all group companies while coordinating audits including multi-currency consolidation workpapers.\n, • Manage customer contracts by reviewing and approving variations, attend to company secretarial duties, premises management, insurance requirements, and provide advice on tax transfer pricing policy.\n\n \n What you bring: \n \n\n • Recognised qualifications in accountancy are essential for this role as they underpin your ability to manage complex financial operations.\n, • At least five years' experience handling multi-company consolidations involving multiple currencies is required to ensure seamless integration across entities.\n, • A high level of literacy combined with strong numeracy skills enables you to analyse intricate financial data accurately.\n, • Excellent interpersonal skills are vital for nurturing collaborative relationships with staff members both locally and internationally.\n, • Proven managerial abilities allow you to guide accounting teams effectively while supporting their professional development.\n, • A history of implementing or developing appropriate financial systems demonstrates your capacity for driving operational enhancements.\n, • Demonstrated time management skills ensure that tasks are completed efficiently without compromising quality or compliance.\n, • Flexibility in responding to changing demands is important for adapting quickly within a dynamic organisational environment.\n, • Ideally previous experience using Exchequer accounting software would be advantageous but not mandatory for success in this role.\n\n \n What's next: \n If you are ready to take your career forward in a collaborative environment where your expertise will make a real difference-apply now! \n \n Apply today by clicking on the link provided. \n Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

Management Accountant \n Manufacturing SME - Dudley \n Location: Dudley (On-site) \n Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 + Benefits \n The Opportunity \n A well-established international manufacturing business is seeking a commercially minded Management Accountant, with strong manufacturing experience, to join its finance team in a highly visible role offering genuine progression opportunities. \n \n Reporting directly to the Finance Director, you will play a key part in delivering robust financial information, supporting strategic decision-making, and driving operational performance across the business. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional looking to broaden their responsibilities and develop towards a future Finance Manager position. \n \n Operating within a collaborative and supportive environment, you'll work closely with both finance and operational teams, gaining exposure to all areas of the business while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and long-term growth plans. \n \n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Prepare accurate and timely monthly management accounts, providing meaningful analysis and insight\n, • Lead budgeting, forecasting and financial planning activities across multiple business functions\n, • Deliver detailed variance analysis, identifying trends, risks and opportunities to improve performance\n, • Maintain balance sheet integrity through regular reconciliations and strong financial controls\n, • Partner with operational teams to enhance costing, stock management and margin performance\n, • Support month-end and year-end reporting processes, including audit requirements and statutory compliance\n, • Produce KPI reporting to aid business decision-making and operational effectiveness\n, • Identify and implement process improvements to strengthen reporting accuracy and efficiency\n, • Assist in the development and mentoring of a small finance team\n\n \n About You \n You will be a proactive and commercially aware finance professional who enjoys operating within a manufacturing environment and building strong relationships across a business. \n You will ideally have: \n\n • CIMA, ACCA or ACA qualification (or Finalist or qualified by experience)\n, • Previous management accounting experience within manufacturing, engineering or a similar operational environment\n, • Strong experience of management reporting, forecasting, budgeting and financial analysis\n, • Excellent Excel and systems skills, with a data-driven approach to problem solving\n, • Experience supporting operational stakeholders with costing, stock and profitability analysis\n, • A continuous improvement mindset with the confidence to challenge and influence where appropriate\n, • Ambition to develop your career towards a Finance Manager position\n\n \n Why Apply? \n\n • Join a successful and financially stable international manufacturing business\n, • Work closely with an experienced Finance Director and senior leadership team\n, • Gain broad commercial exposure across finance and operations\n, • Enjoy genuine career progression with a clear pathway towards Finance Manager\n, • Be part of a collaborative culture where your ideas and improvements are valued\n, • Take ownership of a varied role where you can make a visible impact on business performance\n\n \n If you're an ambitious Management Accountant looking for a role that offers both challenge and progression, we'd welcome a confidential conversation. \n

Join LGPS Central at a pivotal moment, where investment meets long-term impact. \n As a member of the Finance team, the Assistant Accountant will support the Head of Finance, Senior Finance Manager and Finance Managers to ensure that the company’s financial operations are delivered effectively and efficiently, including financial reporting, regulatory reporting and the company’s accounting system, management accounting, budgeting, cost-sharing reporting to partner funds, treasury management, banking, payments and invoicing. \n \n What you’ll be doing: \n\n • To perform a range of duties from the following:\n, • To maintain the company’s computerised accounting system, including the entering of transactions and the operation of effective controls and reconciliations.\n, • To use the company’s computerised system for monitoring invoice approvals, including the entering of transactions and accounting adjustments and the operation of effective controls and reconciliations where required.\n, • To support the Senior Finance Manager with the month end close and preparation of accruals and prepayments.\n, • To assist with the preparation of the Quarterly Shareholder Report and monthly internal reporting.\n, • To manage and take ownership of the accounts payable process from start to finish, making sure invoices are processed and paid in a timely manner.\n, • To support the Senior Finance Manager in updating quarterly financial models (cost-sharing model and savings analysis).\n, • Preparation of the monthly management accounts and supporting schedules.\n, • Process employee expense claims.\n, • To support the Senior Finance Manager or Finance Manager in taking actions that contribute to the effective management of risks.\n, • To provide advice to the Senior Finance Manager or Finance Manager on financial matters relevant to the post-holder’s area of work.\n, • To build effective working relationships across the company, and with partner funds and key suppliers.\n, • To take part in projects and working groups, including leading on some internal projects.\n, • To actively identify opportunities for continuous improvement and implement them swiftly and effectively.\n, • To prepare information in support of the calculation of charges to partner funds and the reporting of these.\n, • To process payments to suppliers and liaise with them as necessary.\n, • To support internal and external audit requirements by providing relevant documentation.\n\n \n About Us \n LGPS Central (LGPSC) Ltd is the FCA regulated asset manager for fourteen local authority pension funds across the Midlands. LGPSC is jointly owned on an equal shares basis by those Partner Fund, and it is responsible for managing £100bn+ of their assets. It is one of six Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) asset pools in the UK. \n LGPS Central’s Partner Funds are: \n\n • Cheshire Pension Fund\n, • Derbyshire Pension Fund\n, • Leicestershire Pension Fund\n, • Nottinghamshire Pension Fund\n, • Shropshire Pension Fund\n, • Staffordshire Pension Fund\n, • West Midlands Pension Fund\n, • Worcestershire Pension Fund\n, • Gloucestershire Pension Fund\n, • Hampshire Pension Fund\n, • Suffolk County Council\n, • Wiltshire Pension Fund\n, • Norfolk Pension Fund\n, • Oxfordshire Pension Fund\n\n \n The Company is committed to responsible investment and has made responsible investment a core part of the investment process in every asset class. \n LGPS Central offers a friendly and diverse, hybrid working environment with a range of employee benefits. The Company moved to new premises at i9, Wolverhampton Interchange in January 2022, close to local transport links. \n \n Our objective is to be a leading investment management company working with and for our Partner Funds. With a focus on value for money and performance we want to aspire to be one of the best because this is how we will deliver the superior investment returns and low costs for our Partner Funds \n \n Requirements \n\n • Able to communicate technical Finance information in a way which is understandable and relevant.\n, • Good reasoning and problem-solving skills, able to develop pragmatic solutions to complex problems.\n, • Able to use own initiative within delegated authority.\n, • Active participant in continuous personal and professional development, who seeks to maintain an up-to-date knowledge of matters relevant to their area of work.\n, • Able to build effective relationships with peers in the company.\n, • Highly organised and able to work to deadlines and manage competing priorities under significant time pressures.\n, • Good interpersonal and communication skills.\n, • Experience of working in a Finance, Pensions or Investments role.\n, • Strong ethics and integrity, and analytical\n, • Able to act as an ambassador for the Finance team within the company.\n, • Able to understand the overarching aims and objectives of the company, and how the work of the Finance team contributes to these.\n, • Innovative and actively challenges existing ways of working, driving improvements within the Finance team.\n, • A good team-player who is able to work collaboratively and support other members of the Finance team.\n\n \n Qualifications: \n\n • Part-qualified CCAB/CIMA Accountant; or\n, • AAT-qualified; or\n, • At least 3 GCSEs including Mathematics\n\n \n What do we offer? \n We are proud to provide our people with a premium and exclusive benefits package and we are continually improving the rewards we offer. Here are a few of the valuable rewards that you will enjoy: \n\n • Competitive salary\n, • An enhanced and generous Pension Scheme\n, • 30 days' paid holiday plus bank holidays\n, • 2 days paid volunteering days\n, • An extra paid Company Day in addition to paid holidays\n, • Excellent Learning & Development Opportunities\n, • Welfare and Family-friendly policies\n, • Enhanced pay for new parents\n, • Access to our Employee Assistance Programme - 24-7 Health & Wellbeing Support\n, • Vitality Private Medical Insurance\n, • Hybrid Working\n, • Company Service Awards\n, • Cycle to Work Scheme\n, • Company Electric Vehicle Scheme\n, • Nominees of the Family Friendly Employer of the Year 2022 - Personnel Today Awards 2022\n, • Winner of the Cultural Awareness Initiative of the Year - FT Advisors Diversity in Finance Awards 2023\n, • Winner of Diversity and Inclusion Award LAPF In Investments Award 2023\n, • Winner of LAPF Investment Innovation\n, • Winner of Pool of the Year 2025\n

Join LGPS Central at a pivotal moment, where investment meets long-term impact. \n As a key member of the Finance team, the Fund Accounting Manager will be responsible for supporting the Head of Finance in ensuring the effective and efficient delivery of the company’s financial operations. The role will be responsible for financial reporting, oversight of the fund accounting activities carried out by the outsourced providers, regulatory reporting and cost sharing reporting to the Partner Funds. \n \n What you’ll be doing: \n Financial Reporting & Compliance \n\n • Oversee the preparation of the annual reports and financial statements of LGPS Central Limited’s investment products.\n, • Assist in the completion of regulatory returns and ensure compliance with financial regulations.\n, • Work with internal and external auditors, supporting audit plans and ensuring smooth processes.\n, • Contribute to the preparation of the financial statements of subsidiary entities of LGPS Central Limited and reconciliations of balances and transactions between group entities.\n, • Contribute to the preparation of tax filings in respect of the investment products.\n, • Contribute to the management of VAT matters in respect of the investment products.\n\n Partner Fund Reporting \n\n • Contribute to the preparation of regular Partner Fund reporting in respect of the investment products, in liaison with the Investments team and the Investment Operations team, including the provision of cost and performance information.\n\n Cost Transparency & Benchmarking \n\n • Prepare and analyse cost transparency workings.\n, • Prepare and analyse cost and performance benchmarking data.\n\n Forecasting & Treasury Management \n\n • Oversee treasury management activities and cash flow forecasts in liaison with the Investment Operations team, ensuring effective risk management.\n, • Administer the settlement of accounts payable in respect of LGPS Central Limited’s investment products.\n, • Contribute to the development of the business cases for potential products, including the evaluation of the costs thereof.\n\n Oversight of Outsourced Providers \n\n • Oversee the work of the outsourced providers of fund accounting and financial reporting services to LGPS Central’s investment products.\n, • Perform checks, reconciliations and analyses of the output of the outsourced service providers.\n, • Liaise effectively with the outsourced service providers, including participating in regular meetings.\n, • Contribute to the performance management of the outsourced service providers.\n\n Stakeholder & Supplier Management \n\n • Work closely with the Investments and Investment Operations teams on a day-to-day basis.\n, • Manage external service providers, including the outsourced service providers, banking, auditing and tax advisory services.\n, • Support financial reporting and ad hoc responses to the Partner Funds and other key stakeholders.\n\n Risk Management & Policy Development \n\n • Assist in developing and ensuring compliance with key financial policies.\n, • Identify and mitigate financial risks, implementing improvements where needed.\n\n Leadership & Team Development \n\n • Provide financial insights and advice to managers on projects, business cases and decision-making.\n, • Promote financial best practices and value for money across the company through training and advisory support\n\n \n About Us \n LGPS Central (LGPSC) Ltd is the FCA regulated asset manager for fourteen local authority pension funds across the Midlands. LGPSC is jointly owned on an equal shares basis by those Partner Fund, and it is responsible for managing £100bn+ of their assets. It is one of six Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) asset pools in the UK. \n LGPS Central’s Partner Funds are: \n\n • Cheshire Pension Fund\n, • Derbyshire Pension Fund\n, • Leicestershire Pension Fund\n, • Nottinghamshire Pension Fund\n, • Shropshire Pension Fund\n, • Staffordshire Pension Fund\n, • West Midlands Pension Fund\n, • Worcestershire Pension Fund\n, • Gloucestershire Pension Fund\n, • Hampshire Pension Fund\n, • Suffolk County Council\n, • Wiltshire Pension Fund\n, • Norfolk Pension Fund\n, • Oxfordshire Pension Fund\n\n \n The Company is committed to responsible investment and has made responsible investment a core part of the investment process in every asset class. \n LGPS Central offers a friendly and diverse, hybrid working environment with a range of employee benefits. The Company moved to new premises at i9, Wolverhampton Interchange in January 2022, close to local transport links. \n \n Our objective is to be a leading investment management company working with and for our Partner Funds. With a focus on value for money and performance we want to aspire to be one of the best because this is how we will deliver the superior investment returns and low costs for our Partner Funds \n \n Requirements \n\n • Able to communicate complex and highly technical matters in a way which is understandable and relevant.\n, • Strong reasoning and problem-solving skills, able to develop pragmatic solutions to complex problems.\n, • Good report-writing and verbal skills.\n, • Active participant in continuous professional development, with an up-to-date knowledge of relevant accounting, finance, investments and pensions matters.\n, • Able to motivate and inspire members of the Finance team to develop themselves and perform to a high level.\n, • Able to build effective relationships at all levels of the company and across the wider industry.\n, • Highly organised and able to work to deadlines and manage competing priorities under significant time pressures.\n, • Good interpersonal, communication and people management skills.\n, • Highly analytical, able to work with complex data sets.\n\n \n Qualifications: \n\n • Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).\n, • Meets all the requirements of being an FCA approved person.\n\n \n What do we offer? \n We are proud to provide our people with a premium and exclusive benefits package and we are continually improving the rewards we offer. Here are a few of the valuable rewards that you will enjoy: \n\n • Competitive salary\n, • An enhanced and generous Pension Scheme\n, • 30 days' paid holiday plus bank holidays\n, • 2 days paid volunteering days\n, • An extra paid Company Day in addition to paid holidays\n, • Excellent Learning & Development Opportunities\n, • Welfare and Family-friendly policies\n, • Enhanced pay for new parents\n, • Access to our Employee Assistance Programme - 24-7 Health & Wellbeing Support\n, • Vitality Private Medical Insurance\n, • Hybrid Working\n, • Company Service Awards\n, • Cycle to Work Scheme\n, • Company Electric Vehicle Scheme\n, • Nominees of the Family Friendly Employer of the Year 2022 - Personnel Today Awards 2022\n, • Winner of the Cultural Awareness Initiative of the Year - FT Advisors Diversity in Finance Awards 2023\n, • Winner of Diversity and Inclusion Award LAPF In Investments Award 2023\n, • Winner of LAPF Investment Innovation\n, • Winner of Pool of the Year 2025\n

Join us at a pivotal moment, where investment operations expertise, data integrity, and process excellence come together to underpin effective LGPS pooling and deliver strong outcomes. \n \n The Private Markets Operations Analyst plays a key role within the Investment Operations team, which provides essential support to the Investment function. This position is responsible for ensuring the smooth and accurate processing and support for new investment activity and life cycle support of existing investments. \n \n The role involves daily interaction and collaboration with internal teams across the firm, primarily the Investment teams but also including Client Services and Compliance, as well as with key external partners such as the Fund Administrator/Accountant, technology vendors and the General Partners. The successful candidate will contribute to the continuous improvement of operational processes, support the implementation of investment strategies, and help ensure regulatory and procedural compliance in line with best practice and LGPS Central’s commitment to excellence in asset management. \n \n What you'll be doing: \n As our Investment Operations Analyst (Private Markets), here's an insight into what you'll be getting up to: \n Fund and LP Administration \n\n • Provide operational support to Fund Managers.\n, • Preparing cashflow notices and managing cashflow activity with investors and General Partners.\n, • Bank and cash management and reconciliation\n, • Managing foreign exchange requirements\n, • Monitoring, processing and payment of invoices\n, • Oversight of the Fund Administrator for outsourced services including reviewing ongoing KPI and SLA performance\n, • Resolving investor queries\n, • Supporting internal audits\n, • Contribute to the development of the Target Operating Model\n, • Ad-Hoc project support\n\n Accounting and Reporting services \n\n • Maintaining investment and accounting records\n, • Reconciling financial statement line items\n, • Supporting valuation of investments\n, • Annual accounts preparation in compliance with FRS 102\n, • Preparing performance calculations\n, • Annual financial statement audit liaison\n, • Cost transparency reporting\n, • Preparation of quarterly performance reporting\n\n Regulatory and compliance \n\n • Periodic monitoring and review of the investors admitted and entities activity\n, • Compliance monitoring and reporting\n, • Formulating and implementing detailed compliance procedures in relation to applicable regulatory requirements.\n, • Preparing AIFMD Annex IV reporting\n, • Liaising with tax advisor for partnership tax compliance and tax structuring\n, • Ensuring compliance with Limited Partnership Agreement for administrative functions\n\n \n About Us \n LGPS Central (LGPSC) Ltd is the FCA regulated asset manager for fourteen local authority pension funds across the Midlands. LGPSC is jointly owned on an equal shares basis by those Partner Fund, and it is responsible for managing £100bn+ of their assets. It is one of six Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) asset pools in the UK. \n \n LGPS Central’s Partner Funds are: \n\n • Cheshire Pension Fund\n, • Derbyshire Pension Fund\n, • Leicestershire Pension Fund\n, • Nottinghamshire Pension Fund\n, • Shropshire Pension Fund\n, • Staffordshire Pension Fund\n, • West Midlands Pension Fund\n, • Worcestershire Pension Fund\n, • Gloucestershire Pension Fund\n, • Hampshire Pension Fund\n, • Sulfolk County Council\n, • Wiltshire Pension Fund\n, • Norfolk Pension Fund\n, • Oxfordshire Pension Fund\n\n \n The Company is committed to responsible investment and has made responsible investment a core part of the investment process in every asset class. \n LGPS Central offers a friendly and diverse, hybrid working environment with a range of employee benefits. The Company moved to new premises at i9, Wolverhampton Interchange in January 2022, close to local transport links. \n Our objective is to be a leading investment management company working with and for our Partner Funds. With a focus on value for money and performance we want to aspire to be one of the best because this is how we will deliver the superior investment returns and low costs for our Partner Funds \n \n Requirements \n\n • Previous Fund Administration and/or Fund Accounting experience for Private Market investments, from either an Asset Management or Fund Administrator background.\n, • Some previous experience of supporting any of Private Equity, Private Debt, Infrastructure, Property investments is a must.\n, • An understanding of the roles played by an Outsourced Administrator.\n, • Any experience of Charles River, eFront or similar platforms would be an advantage.\n, • Competent grasp of the ‘life of a trade’ structure, knowledge of investment and accounting requirements and preparation of call and distribution notices.\n, • Understanding of regulations pertaining to Private Market investments.\n, • Proven track record of outstanding customer service, ideally servicing Financial Institutions.\n, • High attention to detail, analytical.\n, • Able to communicate complex and highly-technical matters in a way which is understandable and relevant.\n, • Confidence when communicating.\n, • Strong reasoning and problem-solving skills, able to develop pragmatic solutions to complex problems.\n, • Able to build effective relationships across all levels of the company.\n, • Highly organised and able to work to deadlines and manage competing priorities under significant time pressures.\n, • Strong interpersonal, communication and people management skills.\n, • Ability to challenge appropriately.\n, • Ability to think outside the box.\n\n \n Qualifications: \n\n • Degree level or equivalent\n\n \n What do we offer? \n We are proud to provide our people with a premium and exclusive benefits package and we are continually improving the rewards we offer. Here are a few of the valuable rewards that you will enjoy: \n\n • Competitive salary\n, • An enhanced and generous Pension Scheme\n, • 30 days' paid holiday plus bank holidays\n, • 2 days paid volunteering days\n, • An extra paid Company Day in addition to paid holidays\n, • Excellent Learning & Development Opportunities\n, • Welfare and Family friendly policies\n, • Enhanced pay for new parents\n, • Access to our Employee Assistance Programme 247 Health & Wellbeing Support\n, • Vitality Private Medical Insurance\n, • Hybrid Working\n, • Company Service Awards\n, • Cycle to work scheme\n, • Company Electric Vehicle Scheme\n, • Winner of the Cultural Awareness Initiative of the Year FT Advisors Diversity in Finance Awards 2023\n, • Winner of Diversity and Inclusion Award LAPF In Investments Award 2023\n, • Winner of LAPF Investment Innovation\n, • Winner of Pool of the Year 2025\n

Salary: £50,000 - £55,000Location:WolverhamptonJob Type: Permanent | Full TimeWe're looking for a qualified Management Accountant to join a growing finance team. This is a hands-on role with responsibility for month-end reporting, balance sheet control and maintaining accurate financial records, while supporting continuous improvement across the finance function. Key Responsibilities\n\n • Prepare monthly management accounts with P&L and balance sheet analysis.\n, • Produce and post journals, including accruals and prepayments.\n, • Take ownership of fixed asset accounting, including CapEx, capitalisation, depreciation and disposals.\n, • Maintain the fixed asset register and ensure accurate accounting for capital expenditure.\n, • Manage payroll accounting and operational cost reporting.\n, • Complete balance sheet reconciliations and resolve outstanding items.\n, • Support month-end close, statutory accounts and external audit requirements.\n, • Assist with financial controls, reporting improvements and finance systems development.\n, • Partner with budget holders to provide financial analysis and support business decision-making.\nAbout You\n\n, • ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified.\n, • Previous experience producing management accounts.\n, • Strong understanding of fixed assets, CapEx accounting and balance sheet reconciliations.\n, • Experience with journals, accruals and prepayments.\n, • Good knowledge of UK GAAP.\n, • Strong Excel skills and experience using ERP systems.\n, • Proactive, analytical and able to work in a fast-paced environment.\n

This role offers a broad remit spanning month-end reporting, statutory accounting, budgeting, forecasting, financial controls, audit support and business partnering with operational stakeholders. Supporting audits and ensuring compliance with local accounting and tax requirements. Inventory, stock a

This role offers a broad remit spanning month-end reporting, statutory accounting, budgeting, forecasting, financial controls, audit support and business partnering with operational stakeholders. Supporting audits and ensuring compliance with local accounting and tax requirements. Inventory, stock a

Working in partnership with the Financial Controller, this role provides technical accounting expertise across statutory reporting, audit, taxation, treasury and internal controls. It serves as a key liaison for external auditors and collaborates closely with Finance colleagues to enhance reporting

Looking to develop your audit career with a growing independent firm that can offer varied client exposure and genuine progression? A well-established accountancy practice is looking to appoint an Audit Semi-Senior to its Warrington team. This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience across the complete audit process, work with an interesting portfolio of businesses and progress alongside your professional studies. Audit Semi-Senior Responsibilities: Assisting with audit assignments from initial planning through to completion. Completing audit testing across a range of financial statement areas. Preparing accurate and well-documented audit working papers. Identifying potential audit issues and discussing these with senior colleagues. Liaising with clients to obtain information and resolve queries. Supporting the preparation of statutory accounts. Working closely with Audit Seniors, Managers and Partners. Helping to guide and support more junior members of the audit team. Ensuring assignments are completed accurately and within agreed deadlines. Developing your technical knowledge through practical experience and professional studies. Audit Semi-Senior Attributes: Previous external audit experience gained within a UK accountancy practice. AAT qualified or studying towards ACA or ACCA. Experience assisting with audit assignments across different stages of the audit cycle. A good understanding of UK accounting and auditing standards. Confident communicating with clients and working as part of an audit team. Organised and able to manage competing assignments and deadlines. Comfortable using audit and accounting software. Keen to develop technically and progress into an Audit Senior position. Audit Semi-Senior Benefits: Salary of £28,000 - £38,000 depending on experience and qualifications. Varied portfolio of audit clients. Free Parking Hybrid and flexible Exposure to assignments across the complete audit cycle. Support with continued professional development. Increasing responsibility as your experience grows. Supportive and experienced audit team. Clear opportunities for progression. If you're ready to build your audit experience and take the next step towards becoming an Audit Senior, apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation. TPBN1_UKTJ

Are you an ACA or ACCA-qualified auditor looking for greater responsibility, a varied client portfolio and clear opportunities to progress? Due to continued growth and expansion, one of the North West's leading independent accountancy practices is looking to appoint an Audit Senior to its Warrington team, paying £40,000 - £45,000. You'll take responsibility for a portfolio spanning corporate SMEs, charities and academies, completing assignments with the support of an experienced management team. Audit Senior Responsibilities: Managing audit assignments from planning through to completion under Manager supervision. Taking day-to-day responsibility for a varied portfolio of audit clients. Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts. Leading audit teams and coordinating work during client assignments. Reviewing audit work completed by junior colleagues. Identifying audit risks and escalating technical matters where appropriate. Acting as a key point of contact for clients throughout the audit process. Coaching and providing ongoing training to junior members of the team. Ensuring assignments are delivered accurately, efficiently and within agreed deadlines. Building strong, long-term relationships with clients across the corporate SME, charity and academies sectors. Audit Senior Attributes: ACA or ACCA qualified. A proven track record of external audit experience within a UK accountancy practice. Experience managing assignments across the complete audit cycle. Previous experience leading, coaching and supporting junior audit colleagues on-site. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Good working knowledge of accounting and audit software. Organised and able to manage multiple assignments and deadlines. Self-motivated, proactive and committed to continued technical development. A positive and collaborative approach to working with clients and colleagues. Audit Senior Benefits: Salary of £40,000 - £45,000. Bonus scheme. 27 days' annual leave plus bank holidays. Your birthday off every year. Flexible working. Life assurance at four times your annual salary. Employee assistance programme. Enhanced maternity and paternity pay. Salary-sacrifice scheme. Free parking. Long-service awards. Comprehensive technical, management and leadership training. Regular health and wellbeing initiatives. An active social calendar including team lunches, evening events, summer activities and sports. A friendly and inclusive working environment. Ongoing personal and technical development. If you're an ambitious Audit Senior looking to join a growing independent practice with excellent benefits and a strong commitment to career development, apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation. TPBN1_UKTJ

Job Title Financial Controller Location Walsall, West Midlands Reporting To Managing & Operations Director Salary Competitive salary dependent upon skills and experience, plus company benefits. Days Part time 3 days with flexibility of working additional days for end of year or during busy periods Hours of Work 8.30am - 5.00pm with half an hour lunch Why Join Us? A well-established and growing manufacturing business with over 115 years of history, specialising in the manufacture of electrical and electronic instrumentation and power control products. Howard Butler Ltd (Hobut) have strong family values and a collaborative, long term culture. Approximately 60% of production exported to the Far East, Middle East, Europe and USA. Key customers within the Switchgear, Power Generation and Data Centre sectors. Group employs approximately 180 people across: 3 sites in Walsall, 1 site in Essex A Group turnover of circa £15M with expansion plans to continue growing beyond £20M The Opportunity Due to the planned retirement of the current Finance Director, our client is seeking an experienced and professionally qualifiedFinancial Controllerto work closely with the Managing Director and Operations Director, supporting the continued growth and success of this well-established manufacturing group. The position offers a clear succession path, with the opportunity to develop into the senior finance leader for the business. Working alongside an experienced management team, you will help drive financial performance, enhance reporting and forecasting processes, support strategic decision-making, and ensure the business is well-positioned for its next phase of growth. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on, commercially minded finance professional who combines strong technical expertise with the ability to build lasting relationships within a close-knit, people-focused organisation. Equally important is the desire to become a long-term member of a business that prides itself on its family values, collaborative culture, and commitment to its employees. The successful individual will be someone looking for a long-term position within a stable, growing manufacturing business and who can integrate well into a close-knit management team. Key Responsibilities Financial Management & Reporting Produce accurate and timely monthly management accounts. Develop more detailed forecasting, budgeting and business planning processes. Monitor and improve financial reporting across the group. Provide meaningful management information to support decision-making. Strategic Finance Support the MD and leadership team in developing financial strategy. Provide commercial insight and analysis to aid business growth. Assist with investment appraisal and capital expenditure decisions. Treasury & Cash Management Manage group cash positions. Monitor and forecast cash flow across multiple entities. Oversee foreign currency exposures and transactions. Support working capital optimisation initiatives. Audit, Tax & Compliance Act as primary contact for external auditors and accountants. Coordinate annual audit processes. Ensure tax compliance and effective tax planning. Maintain strong financial controls and governance. Group & Intercompany Accounting Manage intercompany trading and reconciliations. Oversee reporting across multiple legal entities. Ensure accurate consolidation and financial oversight of the wider group. Finance Team Leadership Support and develop the existing accounts and credit control functions. Provide leadership to the finance department. Potential to develop into the Senior Finance Leader for the business. JBRP1_UKTJ

Your new company A well-established organisation is seeking a Finance Assistant to join its finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their finance career within a supportive environment. The role offers varied responsibilities across financial processing, procurement, budget monitoring, income administration and finance operations, whilst working closely with a collaborative finance team. Your new role As Finance Assistant, you will provide high-quality financial and administrative support, ensuring all transactions are processed accurately, efficiently and in line with financial regulations and audit requirements. Responsibilities will include Processing purchase orders, invoices, expense claims and credit card transactions Maintaining accurate financial records and audit trails. Supporting supplier management, resolving invoice and delivery queries and verifying supplier bank details Assisting with procurement processes and ensuring compliance with purchasing procedures. Providing budget information and monitoring outstanding purchase orders and commitments. Supporting income processing, refunds, reconciliations and debtor management. Assisting with month-end finance activities and preparing documentation for audits. Ensuring compliance with financial regulations, data protection requirements and internal policies. Providing general administrative support to the wider finance function. What you'll need to succeed Experience working within a busy finance environment. Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Excel and financial systems. An understanding of financial controls and finance processes. Experience of financial processing such as purchase ledger, income processing and reconciliations. Excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records. Strong organisational and communication skills. The ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines. A proactive, reliable and self-motivated approach. The ability to work independently and as part of a team. A flexible approach and willingness to work across multiple sites. Experience of accounting systems such as Xero and ApprovalMax What you'll get in return 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Salary of £26,400 - £28,000 Opportunity to work within a supportive and collaborative finance team. Ongoing training and professional development opportunities. Exposure to a broad range of finance duties to support career progression What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Your new company An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Management Accountant to join a well-established industrial manufacturing and processing business. Operating within a dynamic and fast-paced environment, this hands-on role sits within a small finance team and is ideally suited to an individual who enjoys ownership, variety, and working closely with operational stakeholders.The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering accurate management reporting, maintaining robust financial controls, and providing valuable financial insight to support business performance and continuous improvement initiatives. Your new role Prepare monthly management accounts including profit and loss reporting, balance sheet reconciliations, journals, accruals, prepayments, and supporting commentary. Take ownership of key aspects of the month-end close process and ensure strong financial controls are maintained. Analyse financial performance, investigate variances, and provide meaningful insight to support commercial decision-making. Manage core sales ledger activities including invoicing, credit control, reconciliations, revenue recognition, and cash collection support. Support stock accounting processes, including inventory reconciliations, stock valuation, and operational cost reporting. Assist with budgeting, forecasting, cash flow reporting, VAT returns, fixed asset management, and year-end audit requirements. Identify and implement opportunities to improve finance processes, reporting, and internal controls. Build effective relationships with operational teams, including production, procurement, and logistics to support performance and drive continuous improvement. Provide support across wider finance activities and offer cover where required to ensure business continuity.What you'll need to succeed ACCA, CIMA, ACA qualified, part-qualified, or qualified by experience (QBE). Proven management accounting experience gained within manufacturing, industrial, engineering, logistics, distribution, or similar operational environments. Strong month-end accounting, reconciliation, and financial control experience. Experience working within a small finance team where flexibility, ownership, and initiative are key. Exposure to sales ledger, stock accounting, inventory, or working capital management. Advanced Excel skills and experience using ERP systems.Desirable Experience using Business Central or a similar integrated ERP system.What you'll get in return 25 days A/L + bank holidays Free meals/snacks 5% employer pension contribution Private medical insurance (post probation) What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Finance Manager - Up to £55,000 - Permanent Wednesbury | Full-Time | Office-Based Are you a hands-on Finance Manager looking for a role where you can genuinely influence the success of a growing SME? We're partnering with a well-established business seeking a proactive and commercially minded Finance Manager to work closely with the CFO and take ownership of the finance function. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys the variety that comes with an SME environment-combining financial leadership, operational involvement, and strategic support. You'll be a key part of the business, providing accurate financial information, supporting commercial decision-making, leading a small team, and driving improvements across finance processes and systems. We're looking for someone who isn't afraid to roll their sleeves up, get into the detail when needed, and add value across the wider organisation. Key Responsibilities Produce monthly management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations, and financial reports, ensuring accurate and timely reporting across the business. Lead the month-end and year-end close process while maintaining strong financial controls and compliance. Support budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and provide insightful analysis to support business decision-making. Partner with the CFO and wider management team to drive commercial performance and support strategic initiatives. Manage and develop a small finance team, while remaining hands-on and supporting day-to-day finance activities when required. Oversee working capital, including debtors, creditors, and stock, identifying opportunities to improve cash flow and profitability. Coordinate the annual audit process and ensure compliance with VAT, tax, and statutory reporting requirements. Drive continuous improvement across finance processes, reporting, and systems, including the ongoing development of Microsoft Dynamics.About You ACA, ACCA, CIMA qualified or Qualified by Experience (QBE). Previous experience as a Finance Manager, Financial Controller, or similar senior finance position. Strong management accounting, financial reporting, and financial control experience. Experience working within an SME environment where a flexible and hands-on approach is essential. Confident managing workloads, priorities, and stakeholders across the business. Strong communication skills with the ability to build effective relationships at all levels. A proactive mindset with a passion for process improvement and adding commercial value. Experience within manufacturing, distribution, wholesale, engineering, or other stock-based environments would be advantageous. Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics would be beneficial but is not essential.What's in it for You? Salary up to £55,000 Opportunity to work directly alongside an experienced CFO. A broad and varied role with genuine autonomy and responsibility. The chance to make a visible impact within a successful and growing SME. Leadership responsibility within a supportive and collaborative business. Exposure to business-critical projects, process improvements, and strategic initiatives. A stable, long-term opportunity with excellent scope to influence the future direction of the finance function.Interested? If you're looking for a hands-on Finance Manager role where you can become a trusted partner to the CFO, lead a small team, and play a key role in the ongoing success of an established SME, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more. At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data

A profitable distributor of raw materials requires a Management Accountant to assist the Finance Director in all areas of management accounting and provide to a sister plant in Europe. The ideal candidate will be Part CIMA qualified working towards full CIMA and be strong at business partnering and able to sort pricing with the sales function. Commutable from: West Bromwich, Oldbury, Walsall, Dudley, Stourbridge, Kidderminster, Wolverhampton, Telford Package: £50,000 - £55,000 p.a. + up to 9% bonus + scaled pension up 7% employee and 9% employer + Life Assurance x4 + Level 4 medical cash plan and more. Suitable for: Assistant Financial Controller, Finance Manager, Accountant, Management Accountant. The Role Reporting into the finance director you will have the following duties: Prepare month end margin reports providing insight in variances. Review overhead costs ensuring all the relevant expenses are captured accurately. Work closely with departmental teams to improve stock control. Support with budgeting and produce regular forecasts. Produce daily and monthly KPI reports. Lead the preparation of the annual audit reports. The Person Educated to CIMA level or part qualified with a view to complete your study you will have the following experience: Management accounting, budgeting, reporting and forecasting. Advanced skills in Excel and the use of ERP systems. Experience working in a manufacturing environment is advantageous. To apply for this opportunity please click to apply or contact Greg Kneuss at the Ethero office in Telford for further details

Accounts Assistant Wolverhampton £28,000- £32,000 DOE Monday- Friday 8.30am- 5.00pm Full-Time, Office Based, Permanent The Accounts Assistant will play a key role in supporting the smooth running of the finance function by ensuring supplier invoices are processed accurately and payments are made on time. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong purchase ledger experience who thrives in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities Processing and coding a high volume of supplier invoices accurately and efficiently. Matching invoices to purchase orders. Reconciling supplier statements and investigating discrepancies. Managing supplier accounts and maintaining accurate financial records. Preparing and processing weekly and monthly payment runs. Dealing with supplier queries and resolving issues in a timely manner. Assisting with month-end procedures and reporting. Allocating payments and maintaining purchase ledger balances. Monitoring finance mailboxes and processing invoices within agreed deadlines. Ensuring compliance with internal finance controls and procedures. Supporting the wider finance team with ad hoc administrative and accounting tasks. Assisting with audit requests and providing supporting documentation as required. Skills & Experience Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant or Purchase Ledger position. Strong understanding of accounts payable processes. Experience processing a high volume of invoices. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. Good Microsoft Excel skills. Strong organisational and time management abilities. Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines. Excellent communication skills and a professional telephone manner. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website

A leading FMCG Manufacturer is currently recruiting for a Finance Office Manager / Accounts and Finance Manager to join the team. This is a new role to the business and reporting into the Finance Controller, this Accounts & Finance Manager will lead the day-to-day operations of the Accounts function, ensuring financial processes are completed accurately, efficiently and on time whilst maintaining strong financial controls. The role will manage and develop the finance team, drive accountability and continuous improvement, and support the growth of the business through better processes, systems, automation and team performance. Finance Office Manager / Accounts & Finance Manager responsibilities: Take full day-today responsibility for managing the accounts team, ensuring work is completed accurately, on time Set clear expectations for each role to ensure accountability across purchase ledger, credit control and accounts administration Motivate and develop the team to become a high performing team. Conduct regular meetings with the team, 1-1 meetings and performance reviews Provides financial information to management by researching and analysing accounting data and preparing reports Produces management information on a monthly and ad hoc basis Compiles customer analysis reports for the Commercial Director Assist and prepare year end accounts for other common interest companies for both tax advisors and accountants Review and preparation of KPI’s by monitoring and approving financial processing, reporting and auditing Prepare and approve payments (when required) by verifying documentation Review and prepare (when required) bank reconciliations and cash flow on a regular basis Review and prepare monthly reconciliations (bank, supplier statements) Review cashbook and petty cash cheques Assist and review month end checks and rebates Support annual audit by providing information and answers to auditors Review purchase summaries and supplier statement reconciliations Review raising of manual sales invoices (e.g. rental, management recharges) monthly and quarterly Review and prepare (where necessary) weekly and monthly stock schedules Ensure finance systems (e.g. Sage / Sage X3) are used correctly Own continuous improvement of processes, focussing on reducing errors, manual work and dependency Identify opportunities to automate repetitive tasks using systems, reporting tools and emerging technologies (including AI where appropriate) Ensure good internal control across purchase and sales ledger functions Develop and maintain SOP’s and checklists for routine finance tasks You will be a Finance Office Manager / Accounts and Finance Manager, with proven leadership skills. Experience of working with Sage is desirable. To apply, please email a cv

As an Assistant Accountant in Wolverhampton, you'll play a key role in supporting the Accounting & Finance team within the Not For Profit sector. From managing financial records to assisting with reports, your work will help ensure the organisation's financial operations run smoothly. Client Details A Not For Profit organisation based in Wolverhampton. Description Prepare and post journals accurately and in line with accounting policies. Assist with month-end and year-end accounting processes. Perform balance sheet reconciliations and investigate reconciling items. Prepare and review accruals and prepayments. Support variance analysis and investigate financial movements. Analyse large volumes of financial data to identify trends, issues, and opportunities. Produce reports and supporting schedules for accountants and finance business partners. Conduct fact-finding exercises, reviewing invoices and supporting documentation to resolve queries. Support fixed asset accounting and capital expenditure tracking where required. Ensure financial information is complete, accurate, and supported by appropriate evidence. Assist with audit requests and provide information to internal and external auditors. Work closely with colleagues across finance and operational departments to resolve issues and improve processes. Support continuous improvement initiatives and system changes across the finance function.Profile A successful Assistant Accountant should have: AAT qualified or actively studying towards an accounting qualification. Good understanding of: Double-entry bookkeeping Debits and credits Accruals and prepayments Basic accounting principles Previous experience in an Assistant Accountant, Finance Assistant, Accounts Assistant, or similar role. Experience posting journals and completing reconciliations. Strong Excel and data-handling skills. Ability to work with large data sets and high-volume financial information. Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills. Strong problem-solving ability. Good communication and stakeholder management skills.Job Offer The Assistant Accountant will be offered; Hybrid working model with typically two office days per week. Flexible working hours (typically 8:00am to 4:00pm or 9:00am to 5:00pm). 37.5-hour working week. On-site parking available. Structured induction and training programme. Cross-department shadowing opportunities. Career development and progression within finance. Wellbeing and mental health support initiatives. Inclusive and supportive working environment.If you're interested in this role, apply now. People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best

Semi-Senior Accountant Package: Competitive Salary + Full Study Package Working Hours: Full-time (Monday to Thursday 9:00am - 5:30pm, Friday 9:00am - 4:00pm) Location: Wolverhampton area (Office-based) A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Accounts Semi-Senior to join a highly reputable Top 100 accountancy practice based in Wolverhampton. The firm is looking to recruit a dedicated professional within their office to assist the wider team in the delivery of high-quality statutory audit and accounts preparation services. This progressive role is ideal for a candidate looking to develop their career within a supportive and friendly environment, backed by extensive study support. Accounts Semi-Senior Job Responsibilities Prepare draft financial statements and tax computations for Limited Companies. Perform analyses and post entries using modern accounting software. Produce accurate management accounts for a varied client base. Carry out core bookkeeping duties, including VAT returns and Self-Assessment preparation. Provide active assistance with audits directly on client sites. Assist and support more senior members of the team as required. * Maintain clear, professional verbal and written communication across all client and internal interactions. Accounts Semi-Senior Requirements Ideally ACA / ACCA part-qualified or in the final year of AAT studies. Practical accounting experience gained within a professional accountancy practice. Hands-on proficiency with major accounting software packages. Strong technical understanding of draft financial statements and tax computations. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proven ability to collaborate effectively within a team and assist senior team members. Accounts Semi-Senior Salary & Benefits Competitive salary dependent on experience. Full study support package, including qualification funding and study leave. Extensive ongoing training and development opportunities. Contributory pension scheme. Excellent, friendly working environment. Early finish on Fridays (4:00pm). Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for

The successful candidate will ideally be part-qualified or qualified through significant relevant finance experience and will have strong technical accounting experience, particularly across group and statutory reporting. Managing and reviewing payroll, pension, expenses and other employee-related a

Strong technical accounting experience, ideally including group and statutory reporting. The successful candidate will ideally be part-qualified or qualified through significant relevant finance experience and will have strong technical accounting experience, particularly across group and statutory

Contributing to the provision and presentation of high-quality management accounting data, reports and advice relating to Fundraising and associated cost centres, to stakeholders across the sanctuary. Contributing to the smooth running of budgeting and forecasting processes and the production of det

Maintain purchase, sales and nominal ledgers and assist with journals and accounting adjustments where required. Maintain clear and accurate financial documentation and audit trails. Support the Finance team with reporting, audits, projects and process improvements.

Seeking a Management Accounts Assistant for a permanent role supporting daily financial operations like purchase ledger, payments, and reconciliations.Requires 3 years of experience and AAT qualification.

The Audit Assistant Manager will manage audit engagements, mentor staff, and ensure compliance with standards, offering hybrid working and career development.