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Finance Manager - Colchester/Hybrid - Lead & Develop Finance, Influence Strategy Your new company An international organisation with a track record of sustained growth and innovation is seeking a talented Finance Manager to join its team. In this pivotal role, you will take full ownership of financial and operational controls, ensuring the delivery of accurate, high-quality financial and management information to support strategic decision-making and drive business performance. Your new role The Finance Manager will report to the Managing Director and work closely with the Group Finance Director & Operational Management. They will manage and develop a small & effective finance team & lead the ongoing development of systems, processes, controls and reporting. Key Responsibilities • Prepare monthly management accounts and annual statutory accounts in compliance with UK regulations., • Reconcile the nominal ledger and maintain accurate financial records., • Provide payroll data to ensure timely and correct salary payments., • Oversee finance team output, ensuring accuracy and quality standards., • Lead and develop the finance team., • Handle company and individual tax matters, liaising with auditors for compliance., • Act as primary contact for external auditors and manage interim/year-end audits., • Liaise with group finance teams., • Prepare and agree monthly sales and cash flow forecasts with the Managing Director., • Manage stock control, inventory reconciliation, and purchase ledger queries., • Maintain and improve financial processes to enhance productivity., • Analyse sales and commercial performance, define KPIs, and assist with pricing strategy., • Oversee online banking and maintain strong bank relationships., • Lead ad hoc financial analysis and advanced data handling using MS Office and Google Apps., • Oversee payroll, holiday entitlement, and personnel-related activities., • Prepare VAT returns, waste declarations, and reports for HMRC and other authorities., • Maintain and update sales/cost prices and price lists. Technical Expertise • Proven experience producing monthly management accounts., • Application and knowledge of statutory reporting (FRS102 & IFRS)., • Advanced Excel skills for financial analysis and reporting., • Experience managing and mentoring finance teams., • Excellent written and verbal communication skills., • Strong organisational ability and attention to detail., • Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. 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 on your career. # 4754665

LEGAL CASHIER, 12 MONTH FIXED TERM CONTRACT, 3 + YEARS’ EXPERIENCE, ESSEX, £26,000 - £30,000 DOE. Join a Top 200 UK law firm on a 12 month basis. The firm is well established and one of the fastest growing in the UK, with offices across East Anglia. JOB REF: 3137•In this role you will help ensure the efficient operation of financial processes. Working closely with fee earners, secretaries, and colleagues in the cashiering team, you will deliver financial support throughout the firm.•Responsibilities include, monitoring online banking transactions, checking the banking inbox daily, supporting billing activities, managing client to office transfers, responding to finance queries, processing invoice payments via an online portal, and working with colleagues to ensure smooth financial operations.•The firm is looking for candidates with previous experience working as a Legal Cashier within a law firm, with excellent attention to detail and accuracy.•The appointed legal professional will have strong organisational and communication skills, and the ability to quickly learn and adapt while maintaining a professional approach to work.•This is an exciting opportunity to join a welcoming, well established regional law firm, where you will be part of a knowledgeable and supportive Finance team•To apply contact Kaye Thumpston on or email with your CV or simply call for a confidential discussion. eNL will never share your CV with a thir...

We are Centrica! We’re so much more than an energy company. We’re a family of brands revolutionising a cleaner, greener future. Working here is #MoreThanACareer - we’re powered by purpose. Together we can make an impact that will truly change tomorrow. Whether you’re developing cutting-edge green tech, helping customers on the front line or simplifying operations behind the scenes.Your work here isn’t just a job – it’s a mission. We all play a vital role in energising a greener, fairer future . Centrica Energy is a leading European energy trading company with a global reach, operating out of eight offices across all time zones to move energy from source to use. Our mission is to drive the green transition while offering sustainable and predictable energy costs for suppliers and offtakers. We currently trade gas across 20 countries and power across 28 European countries and the United States, whilst our LNG business has a global reach with cargoes delivered almost anywhere in the world. To service our clients across the globe. #LI-CET As the LNG Credit Risk Manager , you will be responsible for managing the credit risk across the Centrica Energy LNG business, ensuring the monitoring, control, and mitigation of credit risks while supporting the development of business strategy. The role may also involve supporting credit risk activities related to the Gas and Power portfolio, depending on the needs of the business. The role holder will take decisions regarding credit risk within delegated competences and provide management with a motivated opinion regarding decisions to be taken at higher levels. You will ensure a high level of professionalism, knowledge, and exemplarity within the credit risk function and support the Head of Credit Risk and Head of Risk (Centrica Energy). The role is based out of our central London office (close to Marble Arch) with 3 days per week typically based within the office. What you'll be doing: * Oversee credit risk activities related to LNG transactions (with potential involvement in the Gas and Power portfolio), ensuring integrity of credit systems regarding exposure capture * Monitor and analyse credit exposures, identifying potential risks and opportunities for risk mitigation * Demonstrate an insightful understanding of financial accounts to review and approve credit assessments and scorings and set appropriate limits within group credit appetite * Implement and continually push the development of state-of-the-art information systems ensuring a thorough view of credit risks in cooperation with the dedicated IT and specialist quantitative teams * Collaborate closely with trading desks, finance teams, and other stakeholders to assess credit risks associated with new and existing transactions * Regularly review and update credit risk models, methodologies, and tools to enhance accuracy and effectiveness * Stay abreast of market trends, regulatory changes, and industry best practices related to credit risk management in commodity trading * Represent Centrica in negotiations with external trading counterparties regarding credit matters and demonstrate an excellent knowledge of trading documentation and credit clauses. We have a few must-haves: * Extensive experience in credit risk management, especially in the LNG business, from within either a commodity trading house or investment banking environment, with an in depth understanding of market dynamics, key energy market players and trading practices * Energy commodity knowledge ideally within LNG and Gas * Proven track record of developing and implementing effective credit risk policies and procedures * Deep knowledge of credit risk assessment methodologies, financial analysis, and risk modelling * Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and make informed decisions * Sound understanding of regulatory requirements and compliance frameworks relevant to commodity trading * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and present findings in a clear manner to senior management * Experienced within stakeholder management, able to respond to demands of front, middle and back office teams * Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, managing multiple priorities with a strategic mindset.

Tax Manager Location:Edinburgh, UK-Hybrid The Finance & Tax Operations team plays a critical role in safeguarding the organisations financial integrity and ensuring we meet all statutory, regulatory, and shareholder expectations. This function ensures high quality financial reporting, effective risk management, and compliance across complex finance and tax environments. Where purpose meets career: • Strategic Impact: Sitting at the intersection of finance, risk management, regulatory compliance, and tax governance means youre not just crunching numbersyoure shaping the stability and direction of the organisation., • Leadership with Autonomy: Many leadership roles come with constraints, but here youd have the freedom to design processes, set standards, and embed best practices. Its a chance to leave a real legacy. Financial & Risk Management • Act as a key control point for Finance risks, including those linked to market trading within pension funds., • Ensure the organisations asset and liability positions are accurately reported and effectively monitored., • Oversee policyholder tax reporting and ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements., • Lead and develop a high-performing team, providing clear direction and fostering a positive, adaptable culture., • Drive delivery of project-related work, contributing to continuous improvement across Finance and Tax operations., • This role is suited to a seasoned professional with strong policyholder (operational) tax expertise within financial services, life & pensions, or investment products, who can provide technical leadership, assurance, and guidance across the business. Studying towards, or holding, a professional tax qualification (ATT, CTA, or equivalent)., • Experience supporting audits, regulatory reviews, or internal assurance activities., • Strong technical experience in policyholder (operational) tax within life insurance, pensions, or investment products., • Proven ability to interpret and apply tax legislation and HMRC guidance in a practical, operational environment., • Excellent numerical, analytical, and problem solving skills, with the ability to review complex data and identify issues and trends., • High attention to detail with a strong focus on control, risk management, and regulatory compliance., • Demonstrated experience managing competing priorities, meeting deadlines, and working with minimal supervision., • Confident communicator with the ability to explain technical tax matters clearly to both specialist and non specialist audiences., • Strong stakeholder management skills and experience working cross functionally within large organisations., • Advanced experience analysing and reviewing large volumes of data., • Solid understanding of pension products, bond investments, and their associated tax treatments. Desirable:ACCA or CIMA qualification (or progression toward qualification). We Care About Our Employees' Happiness By providing: • Pension Scheme - contributions matched up to 10%, • Private medical Cover, • Income Protection, • Life Assurance, • 25 days paid leave + National Holidays Candidates must be based inEdinburgh. They must be willing to travelwith a maximum of 2 day per week in the Edinburgh office. The successful candidate should hold or be capable of obtainingBPSS clearance. JBRP1_UKTJ