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Job Description: • We’re looking for a hands-on Senior Software Developer / Technical Lead with strong expertise in Java and Spring frameworks to design, develop, and deliver end-to-end software solutions., • Operates effectively with minimal supervision, receiving general direction from team leads or senior developers., • Responsible for designing, developing, enhancing, debugging, supporting, maintaining, and testing complex software applications that support business units and related functions., • You’ll collaborate closely with Product Owners to understand business needs, translate them into technical solutions, and drive implementation with minimal supervision. Key Responsibilities: • Work with Product Owners to understand requirements and design efficient technical solutions., • Develop, enhance, debug, and maintain Java/Spring-based web applications., • Create and integrate RESTful APIs using XML/JSON formats., • Write and optimize SQL/PLSQL queries for backend systems., • Ensure high-quality code through testing, performance tuning, and troubleshooting., • Collaborate with Agile teams and contribute to continuous improvement and DevOps practices., • Deploy and support applications on WebSphere, Apache, or Tomcat servers. Required Skills: • 9+ years of hands-on experience with Java, Spring Boot, REST APIs, XML/JSON, and SQL/PLSQL., • Solid understanding of full-stack development with exposure to HTML, JavaScript., • Good knowledge of application servers (WebSphere, Apache, Tomcat)., • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills., • Experience working in Agile environments and familiarity with DevOps tools. Nice to Have: • Experience guiding junior team members or taking technical ownership of projects., • Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and cloud environments. About Us:

Job Title: Account Manager (Croydon/Bromley/Kingston) Location: Croydon/Bromley/Kingston, UK. The role holder will be field based for a minimum of four days per week. Salary: c£47,000 - £52,000 basic DOE + Car Allowance £6,000 with uncapped bonus & realistic OTE of c£75,000 The Role This is an exciting opportunity to work with some of the major motor and finance brands in the industry. Reporting to the Regional Sales Director, you will play a key part in delivering the regions financial performance targets through delivering an outstanding Account Management service to all existing dealer relationships whilst developing new business opportunities in the region. Whether it’s our own award-winning technology or our un-paralleled panel of lenders, you will be comfortable dealing with senior leadership teams to understand their requirements, identify opportunities and present multi-layered solution proposals to dealerships of all sizes and types from large, franchised PLCs to local family-owned businesses. Why Apply? You will enjoy working with a broad product portfolio of award-winning technology and an un-paralleled panel of lenders. We offer our Account Managers a high degree of autonomy and flexibility in which to deliver key business metrics and support them with a range of tools and expertise. In order to apply, it is essential that you have: • Previous experience of selling Automotive Finance products (ideally from a brokerage background) with a great understanding of the regulatory environment we operate in., • Experience of presenting multi-layered proposals to senior leadership teams in companies of all sizes from franchised PLCs to local family-owned businesses., • An ambitious, competitive and target driven personality, • Ability to work proactively, plan your time carefully and think strategically in a fast-moving market

Job title: Associate Director: Accounts Reporting to: Director/ Regional Head Hours: Full time Mon-Fri 9am-5.30pm (37.5 hours per week) Location: Orpington / Sidcup or Sutton office Affinia is a leading, UK Top 50 Accountancy firm. Through successful acquisitions and organic growth, the firm has seen significant development within the last 18 months. Last October we launched our new brand ‘Affinia’ (___) which saw the coming together of LB Group and six other likeminded firms across the East & South East of England to form a combined challenger accounting, tax and business advisory firm. With a combined heritage spanning over 300 years, we have more than 400 accountancy professionals based in Stratford, Colchester, Chelmsford, Ipswich, Halstead, Harlow, Leigh on Sea, Orpington, Sidcup, and Sutton. We advise businesses, government and public sector organisations and individuals in the UK and internationally across seven principal practice groups: Accountancy & Advisory, Tax and Planning, Audit Services, Corporate Finance, Digital Solutions, Payroll and Financial Planning. We have invested continuously in technology and gained in-depth knowledge across a broad range of markets, growing through acquisitions and private investment. We offer an exceptional service to our clients, with access to our sector experts to develop the strategy that will help them reach their goals. We keep a finger on the industry pulse, so our clients receive the best short to medium and long-term advice. Purpose of the role: As an Associate Director within our expanding Accounts service line you will lead a high-value client portfolio, delivering strategic, compliant, and commercially successful services. You will act as a key advisor to clients, supporting business development efforts and identifying opportunities to add value. Internally, you will oversee and mentor Managers and Senior Managers, role model the firm’s values, and contribute to service line strategy, operational projects, and change initiatives. You’ll take ownership of process improvements, risk management, and cross-location collaboration, while supporting the Director or Service Line Head in achieving team and firm-wide objectives. You will be supported in your role with line management and leadership training as well as CPD access via Tolley’s, Croner-i, Mercia and LinkedIn Learning as required. Together with your line manager you will craft a development plan that sees you succeed in your role and plan for the next step should you wish to take it. Accountabilities: Client and Portfolio Leadership • Lead service delivery for a portfolio of high-value or technically complex clients, ensuring timely, high-quality, and compliant output., • Act as a trusted advisor to clients, providing strategic, commercially sound advice and proactively identifying opportunities to add value., • Maintain strong client relationships through regular contact, effective communication, and a deep understanding of client needs. Commercial and Financial Management • Monitor WIP, billing, and recovery rates across your portfolio, taking proactive action to maximise profitability and manage overruns or scope creep., • Meet targets for billable hours, utilisation, and portfolio profitability, ensuring jobs are delivered within agreed budgets and timeframes., • Contribute to fee discussions, service scoping, and pricing strategy in collaboration with Directors and Partners. Strategic and Operational Contribution • Contribute insights to the development of service line and group strategy, particularly in any areas of specialism or market knowledge., • Support Directors and Service Line Leaders (SLLs) on strategic initiatives and internal planning projects., • Take ownership of service line projects, driving outcomes that support operational efficiency, quality, or growth., • Stay informed on market trends, competitor activity, and emerging client needs to inform service line positioning. People Leadership and Culture • Provide ongoing guidance and structured development opportunities to junior team members, particularly Managers and Senior Managers., • Act as a role model for firm values and behaviours, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement., • Conduct or support performance appraisals, 1:1s, and feedback processes to drive individual and team growth., • Champion diversity and inclusion within the team, promoting open, honest, and two-way communication across locations. Process Improvement and Change • Identify and lead process improvements that enhance service efficiency, quality, or client experience., • Support the adoption and implementation of new technology or systems, advocating for smarter ways of working., • Embrace and help deliver change projects within the service line or wider group. Risk Management and Compliance • Ensure all services are delivered in line with firm quality standards, ethical policies, and regulatory requirements., • Manage risks associated with client engagements, including reputational, legal, and compliance risks., • Proactively identify and escalate internal risk incidents or concerns in line with firm protocols. Business Development and External Profile • Support Directors and SLLs with business development activities including proposals, pitches, and client onboarding., • Identify and act on cross-selling or upselling opportunities within your client portfolio., • Represent the firm at industry events, networking opportunities, and speaking engagements, contributing to the firm's public profile. Professional skills/qualifications: • ACA, ACCA or equivalent qualification (fully qualified with significant post-qualification experience), • Typically 10+ years in practice with demonstrable experience managing large or complex clients, • Expert technical knowledge of UK GAAP (FRS 102), Companies Act, and tax principles, • Track record in commercial portfolio management, WIP/billing oversight, and client retention, • Strong leadership and coaching skills, including mentoring Managers and future leaders, • Strategic thinker with the ability to contribute to business planning and change initiatives, • High-level communication and interpersonal skills, with credibility to represent the firm. Core Benefits: At Affinia, our culture is driven by ambition and a commitment to positively impact all the communities we serve. We are dedicated to the success, development, and wellbeing of our colleagues, helping them achieve their goals and seize the opportunities that come with our growth. Alongside a flexible and inclusive work environment, we offer the following core benefits: • 27 days holiday (FTE) plus Bank Holidays (Sept-Aug)., • Auto enrolment Pension Scheme with True Potential, • Death in Service, • Professional membership support, • Paycare – claim money back for Dental / Optical / Professional Therapies, • Agile/Hybrid Working Policy, • Dress for your Diary Policy Please note that this job profile is not an exhaustive list of duties but merely an outline of the key components of the role. You may be required by your line manager to take on additional responsibilities when requested. Affinia is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is unequivocal: we do not tolerate discrimination based on age, disability, sex, race, religion, or belief, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy, or maternity, or sexual orientation. We pride ourselves on being an inclusive organisation that actively promotes equality of opportunity for all, valuing the right mix of talent, skills, and potential. We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates, and selection for roles is based solely on individual merit.

Finance Manager Shrewsbury Permanent Monday Friday full-time Salary - £35000 - £40000 Our Shrewsbury-based client has a vacancy for a Finance Manager on a permanent basis. As Finance Manager, you will oversee the preparation of all accounts up to management accounts level. This hands-on position will cover both the day-to-day financial operations and strategic financial planning and will offer additional exposure to commercial areas of the business. You will be responsible for: Preparing monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow reports. Managing all accounting processes, from data entry through to final review, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Providing financial insights and analysis to support decision-making at the senior management level. Overseeing financial forecasting, budgeting, and long-term planning to support the business's rapid growth. Managing VAT returns, payroll, statutory accounts preparation, and assisting with year-end audits. Mentoring and leading a junior finance team member to ensure efficient financial operations. Handling commercial responsibilities, including negotiating and agreeing terms of business with suppliers and clients. Managing commercial and credit insurance policies to protect the business's financial interests. Assisting with Pre-Qualification Questionnaires (PQQs) and other documentation for new business opportunities. Continually improving financial systems and processes to keep pace with business growth. Skills and Experience The successful candidate will need to have demonstrated experience in preparing management accounts, financial forecasting, and delivering financial insights to senior management. You will need a strong understanding of accounting principles and financial operations, with a hands-on approach to both high-level analysis and daily tasks. Experience in managing commercial aspects, such as negotiating terms of business, handling credit insurance, and PQQ submissions. Qualified or part-qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA (or equivalent) is highly desirable. The application process: Our mission is to support our clients in their creation of an equal, diverse and inclusive workforce. We are committed to providing a barrier-free recruitment process, so if you require any reasonable accessibility adjustments within the application process, then please make it known at the earliest opportunity. We will carefully consider your details and advise you if we're able to progress with your application within 72 working hours .If you do not hear from us within this time your details wont be retained. So, if you're not successful on this occasion, do continue to respond to future roles we advertise. In the meantime, all good wishes and continued success with your search for employment. About Us Prince Personnel are an employment agency working on behalf of our client.Whether youre seeking a new permanent position, temporary assignment or contract youll find us easy to deal with.Located in thriving Telford, we focus on jobs in Shropshire, Staffordshire and North Wales.Prince Personnel specialise in commercial, accounts and finance and technical recruitment.With the best jobs around we are an independent agency working hard for you. Reference: BLB26728 TPBN1_UKTJ