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Job Summary As Finance Manager within the Distribution & Logistics Finance team, you will lead financial oversight and strategic analysis of freight and logistics operations. You will act as a key business partner to both internal stakeholders and third-party providers, driving financial performance, cost efficiency, and operational alignment across the supply chain. Key Responsibilities • Act as a strategic finance leader and trusted advisor to the Logistics and Distribution Services teams, providing financial insight and challenge to support business objectives., • Lead the development and delivery of budgets, forecasts, and financial plans, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and alignment with corporate goals., • Build and maintain strong relationships with third-party logistics providers to ensure financial transparency, compliance, and performance tracking., • Oversee invoice validation and cost control processes in collaboration with freight auditors and external partners., • Evaluate the financial impact of operational initiatives, including infrastructure investments and process improvements., • Enhance reporting and visibility of supply chain metrics to support cross-functional teams including Buying, Merchandising, and Logistics., • Drive continuous improvement in financial processes, tools, and reporting to support decision-making and operational efficiency., • Business partner across finance to ensure correct accounting for freight costs in the P&L., • Contribute to broader Commercial Finance initiatives, supporting both Distribution & Logistics and enterprise-wide financial strategies. Key Skills, Knowledge & Experience • Strong commercial and strategic insight, with a focus on operational efficiency and financial performance., • Proven experience in logistics, supply chain, or commercial finance roles, supported by expertise in financial modelling and data analysis., • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial planning systems., • Proven ability to lead cross-functional collaboration and influence stakeholders at all levels., • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills., • Skilled in evaluating business processes and leading the implementation of improvement initiatives., • Thrives in fast-paced, dynamic environments with strong prioritisation and time management., • Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA), with a solid foundation in financial governance and reporting. You must have the legal right to work in the country you are applying to.

Head of Finance £70,000 - £90,000 Borehamwood, Hertfordshire (Fully on-site - Please do not apply if you are unable to work onsite 5 days a week). Our client, a well-established and highly profitable commercial business based on the outskirts of London, is looking to source a charismatic and technically strong Finance Professional to oversee and take ownership of their accounting function. The successful individual will have performed a similar role within a progressive SME environment and be able to depict a career to date that has shown consistent progression and the ability to positively impact a department; whether through effective monthly reporting, or process improvement. Key duties include: • Lead and provide support for Group month end reporting processes, • Prepare annual Statutory Financial Statements including subsidiary entities., • Involvement with transactional finance, treasury and cash flow reporting., • Weekly balance sheet reconciliations., • Annual budget preparation., • Creation and monitoring of financial forecasts., • Establish and implement reporting systems, • Quarterly VAT returns., • Develop of processes and procedures., • Keep abreast of UK accounting and taxation legislation enabling the business to remain fully compliant in respective areas., • Work closely with the Managing Director to assist with strategic decision making. You will ideally be ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified. Your technical abilities will be of a very high standard and you will have overseen small transactional teams in the past. Previous employment within a similar sized organisation (£40m - £50m T/O), where a hands on approach is often needed is a must. The right candidate will be an fluid communicator, able to facilitate relationships across the business and push through recommendations to continually improve the infrastructure of the organisation. This is an exciting opportunity for a talented and proactive individual to work within an organisation that can offer the chance to significantly impact not only the department, but the business as a whole, by establishing relationships, improving procedures and ensuring a high standard of work is always reached. The client can provide a professional but fun working environment where dedication, drive and results will be acknowledged and rewarded accordingly.

Audit Manager – Finchley Hybrid Working | Fast Track to Senior Manager / Director | Down-to-Earth Culture | ££ Competitive Are you an ambitious Audit Manager looking for faster progression, more ownership, and a genuinely supportive culture? Our client—a growing Top 100 practice with ex–Big 4 and Top 10 leaders—continues to win high-quality work and is now looking to appoint an Audit Manager in their North London office. This is an ideal opportunity for someone seeking rapid career acceleration, broad client exposure, and a team where you can genuinely leave work at the door at 5.30pm. Why This Firm? • Hybrid working and genuine flexibility, • Clear fast track to Senior Manager / Director for the right person, • Growing portfolio of private SMEs and mid-market clients, plus occasional listed audits, • Leadership team made up of ex-Big 4 and Top 10 partners bringing in larger and more complex work, • Very down-to-earth, no-ego culture with real work–life balance, • Quality-focused environment with support and autonomy The Role As Audit Manager, you will take ownership of a varied portfolio and play a key role in the ongoing development of the audit function. Responsibilities include: • Leading audits from planning through to completion, • Managing a portfolio of SME/mid-market clients and occasional listed audits, • Reviewing work and coaching a team of seniors and juniors, • Working closely with senior leadership on complex assignments, • Ensuring a high-quality, pragmatic audit approach, • Optional involvement in business development, networking and tenders for those aiming for partnership, • Supporting continuous improvement within the function About You You will be: • ACA/ACCA qualified, • Experienced in leading audits and managing staff, • Comfortable working with SME clients and occasional listed work, • Ambitious, commercially aware and wanting progression, • Down-to-earth and aligned with a culture that values balance and professionalism This role suits managers coming from Top 10, mid-tier, or strong independent firms who want high-quality work without the bureaucracy. What’s On Offer • Competitive salary + benefits, • Hybrid working (3-4 days office), • Genuine WLB with a 5.30 finish, • Defined progression to Senior Manager / Director, • Interesting, diverse and increasingly complex work, • Supportive leaders who invest in your development Apply Now If you're ready to step into a role offering progression, high-quality clients and a brilliant culture, we’d love to hear from you.

Main Responsibilities - Based in Edgware Accounts * Work with limited companies, LLPs, sole traders, partnerships, and pension schemes * Complete planning sections in line with internal guidelines * Prepare and monitor budgets * Produce accounts from incomplete records or client trial balances (Sage, Xero, QuickBooks, etc.) * Liaise directly with clients and resolve queries * Review work with a supervisor and finalise files, including reporting packs Audit * Conduct internal and external audits * Manage planning, controls and risk assessments, and set materiality levels and sample sizes * Perform fieldwork testing, including stocktake attendance and other on-site verifications * Carry out analytical reviews * Complete audit files to required standards Tax * Prepare personal tax returns * Prepare VAT returns * Prepare corporation tax computations and returns * Prepare P11Ds General * Undertake occasional advisory work * Manage correspondence from clients * Review the work of junior team members, resolve technical queries, and ensure files are complete before manager review * Provide effective on-the-job training for semi-seniors and juniors * Maintain awareness of additional services that may be relevant to clients Salary & Location * This role is based in Edgware, offering a competitive salary of £40,000-£45,000 depending on experience. * The position provides long-term progression opportunities, making it an attractive opening in the Edgware area. * Candidates seeking a stable, well-rounded accounting role with a salary between £40,000-£45,000 will find this Edgware-based opportunity well suited to their skills. Qualifications and Skills * ACCA/ACA qualified (preferred) * Degree in accounting or finance (preferred) * At least 18 months' post-qualification experience * Strong and up-to-date knowledge of accounting standards * Experience working with owner-managed businesses across various industries * Proficiency with Excel, Word, Outlook, Sage Line 50, IRIS, CCH, VT Transactions, Xero, Virtual Cabinet and QuickBooks

Client Accountant, Romanian Speaking, COR7315 Are you an experienced Accountant fluent in Romanian looking for your next big step? Then this could be the opportunity for you! The Role To be considered for an interview, please make sure your application is full in line with the job specs as found below. The Client Accountant will join a growing accountancy firm. xwzovoh Ideally you will be part qualified with ACCA, CIMA or ACA, with strong experience in a UK general practice. You will be working purely with UK based Romanian c...