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CREDIT CONTROLLER CATTERICK (AFTER PROBATION 1 DAY WORK FROM HOME) MON - THURS 8.30am to 5pm, FRI 8.30 to 2pm £27,000 to £29,500 + GREAT BENEFITS THE OPPORTUNITY: We're partnering with a well-established and growing business that is looking to recruit an experienced Credit Controller to join their finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with previous Credit Control, Debt Collection or Finance Administration experience who is looking for a role that offers genuine development beyond traditional credit control. Initially, the role will focus on taking ownership of the aged debt ledger, collecting outstanding payments, allocating cash and resolving customer queries. As you develop within the position, you'll be cross-trained across wider accounting responsibilities including month-end processes, journals, fixed assets and financial reporting, providing an excellent opportunity to broaden your finance experience. THE CREDIT CONTROLLER ROLE: Taking responsibility for managing the aged debt ledger and proactively collecting outstanding customer balances Contacting customers by telephone and email regarding overdue invoices whilst maintaining strong customer relationships Investigating and resolving invoice queries and disputes to minimise delays in receiving payment Processing incoming payments and accurately allocating cash against customer accounts Processing new credit account applications and completing appropriate credit checks Assessing customer creditworthiness and supporting the setting and management of credit limits Monitoring credit insurance limits against customer balances to ensure appropriate levels of cover are maintained Maintaining accurate customer account information and ensuring the aged debtor ledger is kept up to date Producing regular aged debt and outstanding balance reports for the management team Working closely with internal departments to resolve account queries and improve collection times Supporting the Management Accountant with month-end processes as your experience within the role develops Assisting with maintaining the fixed asset register, depreciation and posting month-end journals Supporting sales reporting, analysis and other wider finance activities THE PERSON: Current or previous experience within a Credit Controller, Credit Control Assistant, Accounts Receivable, Debt Collection, Finance Assistant or similar role Confident managing outstanding debt and communicating with customers by telephone and email Strong communication skills with the ability to have challenging conversations professionally and diplomatically Experience allocating customer payments and maintaining accurate account records Experience handling and resolving invoice or payment queries Previous exposure to credit checks, credit limits or credit insurance would be advantageous, but is not essential A genuine interest in developing broader accounting and finance experience beyond Credit Control TO APPLY: Please send your CV for the Credit Controller role via the advert for immediate consideration. By sending an application or applying for a job, you consent to your personal data being processed and stored by Get Recruited (UK) Ltd in accordance with our Cookie & Privacy Policy (available in the footer on our website). Get Recruited (UK) Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. We are an equal opportunities employer and we never charge candidates a fee for our services. TPBN1_UKTJ

Department: IT & Innovation Employment Type: Full Time Location: Heathrow Office Menzies is an equal opportunities employer which means that we recruit, employ, train, pay, and promote regardless of race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. We are building a first-class team and, to do so, we know that we need a diverse mix of talented people doing their best work. If you’re ready to make an impact, lead with purpose, and work in a place where your voice truly matters, keep reading! We have a great opportunity for a Senior Data Engineer to join our team and can be based from any of our Menzies offices. The purpose of this role is to lead the development and operation of Menzies’ GCP data warehouse, creating a trusted, secure and accessible data foundation that enables insightful reporting, automation and AI, and supports smarter decision-making across the firm. Why Menzies? At Menzies, our culture is our cornerstone. We blend technical excellence with genuine care for our people and clients. With over 1100 colleagues in the UK, we’ve built a culture based on shared values and mutual respect. Here’s why you’ll love working with us: 🌟 People First: Our work-life balance isn’t just talk. From agile working to generous leave, we create space for what matters to you and this is why we were recognised as one of the Best Places to Work 2024, 2025 and now also 2026 🌟 Work with Inspiring Clients: You’ll be working with a range of clients so no two days will be the same. 🌟 Collaborate Across The Firm: Working with various people across the firm to raise the profile of Menzies Academy 🌟 Innovate with Purpose: We’re always looking for better ways to work—leveraging tech, simplifying complexities, and delivering value. 🌟 Empathy at Our Core: We don’t just serve our clients; we build trusted relationships that stand the test of time. Here’s what you’ll be doing: • Lead the design and delivery of scalable, resilient data pipelines into BigQuery, integrating data from a wide range of internal systems, APIs, databases, files, webhooks and event streams., • Shape the engineering approach across Google Cloud Platform (GCP), working with technologies including BigQuery, Cloud Storage, Pub/Sub, Datastream and Cloud Composer/Airflow, alongside Terraform and infrastructure-as-code., • Set and champion high engineering standards across data modelling, dbt (data build tool) transformations, testing, monitoring, documentation, deployment, version control and cost optimisation., • Partner with teams across the firm to turn business needs into scalable, reusable data products, bringing together data from external and internal sources such as Companies House, HMRC, Exchange Online, Active Directory, iManage and Dayshape., • Embed security, governance and data quality by design, ensuring appropriate controls around data lineage, access, GDPR compliance, least-privilege security and the handling of sensitive client, HR, payroll and financial information., • Provide technical leadership to the wider team, reviewing designs and code, mentoring data engineers and analysts, and helping to strengthen engineering capability across the Innovation Team., • Enable data to deliver real business value by working with developers and analysts to make warehouse outputs accessible through Power BI, automation workflows, AI agents and internal applications., • Evaluate technology and integration options, making pragmatic build-versus-buy recommendations that balance business value, security, scalability, supportability and cost., • Champion data enablement across Menzies, supporting colleagues to confidently access, understand and use data safely and effectively., • Help shape the Innovation Team roadmap, prioritising strategic, repeatable platforms and solutions that can deliver value across the firm rather than one-off fixes. What We’re Looking For: We’re looking for an experienced and curious data professional who combines strong technical expertise with a practical, people-focused approach. You’ll be comfortable taking ownership, making sound technical decisions and bringing others with you; whether you’re mentoring colleagues, partnering with stakeholders or turning a complex business challenge into a scalable solution. You don’t need to tick every box. We’re interested in people who can bring the right mix of experience, technical capability and ambition to help us continue developing our data and innovation capability. What you’ll bring • Strong hands-on experience in data engineering, analytics engineering or data platform roles, typically gained over 5+ years, with experience operating at a senior or leadership level., • Advanced SQL and Python skills and experience using them to build reliable, production-ready data solutions., • Strong experience with cloud data warehouses, ideally BigQuery, and a good working knowledge of the wider Google Cloud Platform (GCP) ecosystem., • Experience with modern data engineering tools and practices such as Airflow/Cloud Composer, dbt, Git/GitHub, CI/CD and Terraform or other infrastructure-as-code tooling., • A solid understanding of data modelling, dimensional modelling, orchestration, testing, data quality and operational monitoring, with a focus on building solutions that are scalable and maintainable., • Experience designing and operating production-grade data pipelines, integrating data from sources such as APIs, databases, flat files, webhooks and message queues., • A strong appreciation of data security and governance, including GDPR, role-based access, secrets management and the responsible handling of sensitive information., • The ability to take an ambiguous business challenge and turn it into a clear, pragmatic technical solution, balancing immediate needs with longer-term value., • Strong communication and stakeholder skills, with the confidence to make complex technical concepts accessible to non-technical audiences and influence decisions at different levels., • A collaborative leadership style, with a genuine interest in coaching others, sharing knowledge and raising engineering standards across the team. Qualifications & experienceA degree or equivalent experience in computer science, data engineering, software engineering, mathematics, statistics or a related technical discipline would be beneficial. Google Cloud, dbt or other relevant data engineering certifications are also welcomed, although practical experience and demonstrable expertise are just as important to us. Experience within professional services, finance, accounting, legal, tax, audit or another regulated environment would be an advantage, but it isn’t essential. Above all, we’re looking for someone who brings ownership, sound judgement and a delivery mindset. You’ll enjoy solving problems, challenging how things are done and finding better ways of working, while maintaining a strong focus on quality, security and risk. The role may involve occasional travel to other Menzies offices for workshops, discovery sessions, implementation support and team meetings. Why Join Us? At Menzies, we know that success starts with our people. That’s why we offer: 🌍 Career Development: From learning opportunities to career coaching, we’ll help you achieve your goals. 🌍 Competitive Benefits: Private medical cover, pension matching, and enhanced parental leave, to name a few. 🌍 Flexibility That Works for You: Agile working is embedded in our culture. 🌍 Perks That Go Beyond: From volunteering days to wellbeing initiatives, we care about your whole self. To find out more about our benefits please read here #J-18808-Ljbffr

Position: Strategic Tax & Finance Advisor Location: West London, UK (Hybrid mode) Type: Full-time Our client is a London-based consultancy firm providing company management and a diverse range of professional business services to clients across the UK. As the business continues to grow, they are looking for a commercially minded Strategic Finance Advisory Manager to support clients on financial planning, business structuring and wider financial strategy. The Role This is a strategic and advisory role rather than a hands-on accounting position. You will provide insight on tax and financial matters, support business expansion and structuring decisions, and contribute to the ongoing development of the firm's finance practices and services. Key Responsibilities Provide strategic financial advice to clients and senior management on business planning, growth and development. Support business restructuring, entity structuring and international expansion projects. Assess financial implications of different business models, jurisdictions and operating structures. Provide advice on tax planning and optimisation as part of broader financial and commercial planning. Support financial modelling, scenario analysis, investment decisions and business cases. Work with external tax and professional advisers on complex matters where required. Review and improve existing finance and accounting processes, controls and reporting. Translate complex tax and financial matters into clear, practical recommendations for senior stakeholders and clients. About You We are looking for an all-round finance professional with strong commercial judgement and strategic thinking. Strong financial analysis and commercial advisory capabilities. Experience advising businesses on planning, restructuring, investment or growth. Good understanding of UK finance and taxation, with international exposure being advantageous. Ability to understand complex business situations and develop practical solutions. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to work with senior decision-makers. Experience in an MNC, professional services or international consultancy environment is highly desirable. CTA, ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification is advantageous. Proficient in both Chinese and English language skills. Privacy Notice By applying for this vacancy, you acknowledge that Crestpoint HR Services will collect and process your personal information, including your CV and contact details, for recruitment purposes. If you are shortlisted, we will contact you before submitting your CV or personal information to our client for consideration. We will not share your information with a client without your knowledge and authorization for that specific opportunity. Your personal data will be processed in accordance with UK data protection laws and our Privacy Policy. You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal data at any time, subject to our legal obligations. TPBN1_UKTJ