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Ideas | People | Trust We’re BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions businesses need to navigate today’s changing world. Our clients are Britain’s economic engine – ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and the owners and management teams that lead them. We’ll broaden your horizons The Business Services and Outsourcing team are essential to meeting our clients' evolving requirements. As well as delivering long-term, sustainable value to businesses by providing a range of solutions such as accounting, payroll and compliance services, they also play a key role in tying together many of our services across BDO both domestically and internationally. By building deep and meaningful relationships with a range of clients from ambitious entrepreneurial SMEs to large multi-national groups, our BS&O team don’t just advise on their specific business challenges, they open doors for other teams to provide our firm’s wider service offering. To succeed in this agile environment, you’ll need to demonstrate excellent problem-solving skills and initiative. In return, you’ll have the opportunity for progression, and the chance to develop in one of the industry’s most exciting and varied roles. We’ll help you succeed Our clients trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with clients and building long-lasting relationships. You’ll be someone who can work pro-actively, managing your own tasks, but you’ll also be confident collaborating with others, communicating regularly with senior managers, Directors, and BDO’s Partners to enable us to serve our clients effectively. You’ll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to our clients. Overview As a Manager, you’ll play a key role in leading the team and ensuring the smooth delivery of services to our clients. Our clients value the quality of our advice, which stems from strong relationships and a deep understanding of their businesses. You’ll manage day-to-day team operations, support senior colleagues, and oversee the review of statutory financial statements, financial reporting for various entities, corporate tax services, and ad-hoc advisory work. You’ll also contribute to strategic growth, coach junior staff, and support business development and commercial performance. This role offers the chance to build on your financial reporting and technical expertise within a collaborative and supportive team. You’ll receive high-quality training and development to help you succeed. We work with a wide range of clients, primarily owner-managed and SME businesses, across various sectors. Our work spans UK GAAP and IFRS frameworks, including financial statement preparation and advisory projects. You'll be someone with: • Qualified ACA, ACCA or equivalent., • Previous experience in a management role., • Strong working knowledge of UK and international reporting standards (including UK GAAP and UK-adopted IFRS) and related financial reporting requirements., • Previous experience preparing and reviewing statutory accounts., • Business development experience - able to contribute to the identification and conversion of opportunities to services. At BDO, we’ll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We’re in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO’s core values and we’re proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we’ll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. We can provide the best support for our clients and people when we’re working side by side. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you’ll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for our clients and satisfying experiences at work, so we’ve invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO’s people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we’ll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you’ll never stop learning at BDO. We’re looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we’re always finding new ways to invest in them. Across the UK, thousands of unique minds are coming together to help our clients reach their ambitions. We’ve got a clear purpose, and we’re confident in our future, because we’re adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

Ideas | People | Trust We’re BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today’s changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain’s economic engine – ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high‑growth businesses that fuel the economy – and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We’ll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients’ evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you’re after a career that will keep you on your toes, we’ll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Tax is a dynamic, ever-changing industry. As our clients’ needs and the regulatory environment evolve, you’ll encounter new problems to solve and new opportunities for growth. Whether it’s advising clients on high-profile specialisms like Corporation Tax or leading the implementation of intelligent technology solutions, you’ll enjoy variety as well as stretch in your role. BDO supports all kinds of different businesses in different sectors across the UK and around the world. You’ll be providing Tax Advisory services to start-ups and scale-ups, to private businesses and FTSE listed multinationals. Each of our clients has different needs and in applying your expertise in different contexts, you’ll develop your skills and gain valuable experience that will serve you throughout your career. Our tax team based in the Leeds office is 60 strong of which 25 sit in our corporate tax team led by three partners who have an extensive network and client base across Yorkshire and the North East of England, nationally and internationally. The corporate tax team is highly integrated with the indirect tax, employment tax, private client, tax risk assurance and innovation incentives specialists making up the rest of our local tax group. As a core and year round provider of services, the corporate tax team plays a fundamental role in leading trusted relationships with a variety of exciting businesses to deliver the holistic tax service BDO in Leeds is known for. With a strong culture and team dynamic that is friendly, team-orientated and very supportive, high performance and enriching development opportunities are a key characteristic of BDO Leeds Tax which makes this a positive place to be, aligning personal purpose and success with excellent client service and impactful results for the BDO business. We’ll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. This role will be leading the tax compliance and advisory services to a wide range of clients, with a particular emphasis on large and complex corporates with international footprint and private equity backed portfolio businesses. We offer services including tax strategy and governance, tax due diligence, tax structuring, corporate international advice and more. So, there’s plenty of variety from one day to the next. You’ll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO’s partners to help businesses effectively. You’ll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. Whether building great relationships with clients or colleagues, you’ll be supported by a team that brings out the best in you. Responsibilities: • This role will provide Tax compliance and advisory services to a wide range of clients. The primary responsibility will be to deal with all matters relating to the management of a portfolio of clients., • Provide assistance to Associate Director/Director/Partners in both client work and in the management of the Corporate Tax group and on occasions the practice. Will be involved in special assignments on an ad hoc basis., • Provide Tax compliance and advisory services to a wide range of clients using local junior team support, resource from a shared service team or via technology tools., • Manage a substantial portfolio of clients including control of client take on and engagement, billings, and identification of opportunities to improve recoveries, together with cash collection., • Pay attention to self-development and continuing professional education with a view to progressing within practice., • Develop professional relationships with clients and within the Firm and adapt the approach for the relevant audience., • Understand potential risks to the Firm in relation to the Firm’s quality control procedures and raise with the appropriate person., • Support, train, mentor and advise more junior colleagues., • Challenge current practice – driving improvements and championing change., • Take personal responsibility for own decisions and actions and those of others., • Lead on some projects within the team We’re looking for someone with: • An in depth, up to date, knowledge of taxation with corporation tax specialist knowledge and the ability to deal with complex tax issues, • In depth knowledge of tax accounting and audit of tax for groups, • Develops professional relationships with clients and within the Firm and adapts the approach for the relevant audience, • Understands potential risks to the Firm in relation to the Firm’s quality control procedures and raising to the appropriate person, • Project and staff management experience, • Ability to manage a client portfolio profitably whilst being able to actively seek opportunities for developing new clients and for selling new services to existing clients, • Experience of dealing with client senior management, • CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent, • Support, train, mentor and advise others in own area, • Challenge current practice – driving improvements and championing change, • Demonstrable post qualified experience You’ll be able to be yourself; we’ll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We’re committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we’ll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We’re in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO’s core values and we’re proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we’ll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you’ll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we’ve invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO’s people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we’ll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you’ll never stop learning at BDO. We’re looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we’re always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We’ve got a clear purpose, and we’re confident in our future, because we’re adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

Ideas | People | Trust We’re BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions all organisations need to navigate today’s changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain’s economic engine – ambitious and entrepreneurially-spirited businesses that fuel the economy – whether privately or publicly owned - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We’ll broaden your horizons Working, achieving, and thriving together, our Tax team move with every challenge. Friendly, driven and diverse, they service our clients across the country and around the world. By providing expertise in many different specialist areas of tax, they collaborate across BDO to deliver wider business solutions. From meeting clients’ evolving business needs to managing changes to legislation, there are always fresh challenges to face in the Tax team. If you’re after a career that will keep you on your toes, we’ll give you the autonomy to drive your career forward. Our Tax Assurance & Risk Management (‘TA&RM’) team is a fast-growing collaborative team of around 15 people nationally led by three dedicated tax partners, who together support a wide variety of private, private equity-backed and listed clients across sectors. Our work has helped many clients meet their legislative tax governance compliance obligations (including in relation to the Senior Accounting Officer and Corporate Criminal Offences regimes, the tax strategy publication requirement and HMRC’s Business Risk Review process) and strategically improve their tax operations and tax control framework, manage tax risk and provide assurance to tax authorities and business stakeholders. Technology is an important part of helping our clients succeed and we encourage innovation at all levels in our team. We are an award-winning specialist tax team. This is a dynamic client-facing role that requires excellent client relationship, communication and project management skills, and the ability to distil complex concepts into easily understood information suitable for a wide array of stakeholders. Most of your work will be client facing and will require you to actively manage client portfolios, manage project delivery, coordinating junior resource and BDO tax specialists, to deliver exceptional client service. Owning client relationships with the senior team is key, and you’ll be heavily involved in business development and innovation activities to support our business growth. This role will involve consideration of a range of taxes including corporate, indirect and employment taxes; our work is broader than any one area of tax and at the senior manager level, we require candidates with a depth of tax experience, specifically with TA&RM experience, with good commercial awareness who are eager to learn, adapt and contribute to this area of growth for the business. Importantly, we are looking for natural curiosity about how tax functions and businesses run, from the governance, processes and controls to the people and technology they use and the tax technical issues relevant to them. We’ll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You’ll be both comfortable working pro-actively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with the team at all levels to help businesses effectively. You’ll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with, acting as a key part of BDO’s relationships with our clients. We are looking for someone: • To act as a key point of contact within the firm for our clients, together with the senior team., • With experience of TA&RM work (including such as tax strategy, SAO and CCO compliance, HMRC Business Risk Reviews, developing the tax control framework and tax operating model, advising on tax risk management e.g. tax risk registers.), • With a strong presentation style, and confidence in hosting workshops, training sessions and webinars, often to Board level, and with strong tax technical experience to be able to talk knowledgeably at a good level about a range of tax issues., • With experience in end-to-end project delivery, who can lead projects with complexity to deliver quality advice., • Who has a keen interest in helping clients develop tax governance and developing bespoke scopes of work to meet our clients’ needs., • With personal responsibility for own decisions and the actions of others., • Educated to degree level, and/or CTA and/or ACA qualified or equivalent, or relevant experience. You’ll be able to be yourself; we’ll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We’re committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit our clients, the task at hand, our teams, and you. At BDO, we’ll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We’re in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO’s core values and we’re proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we’ll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you’ll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues - BDO’s people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we’ll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you’ll never stop learning at BDO. We’re looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we’re always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We’ve got a clear purpose, and we’re confident in our future, because we’re adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better. LI-#KW1

Hays Senior Finance are working with a rapidly growing manufacturing business to recruit a Commercial Accountant to join its finance team. This newly created vacancy offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation that is growing and forms part of a larger, global business. Reporting directly to the Head of Finance, the Commercial Accountant will play a pivotal role in driving financial performance, improving operational efficiency, and supporting strategic decision-making across the business. This is a hands-on role requiring both technical expertise and strong commercial insight. Key Responsibilities • Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) - Lead the 12 months rolling quarterly forecast, ensuring assumptions are clearly articulated and traceable through underlying planning processes in commercial and operations., • Build and maintain financial models to support scenario analysis and pricing decisions, • Provide timely monthly performance reporting, • Offer insights to operational and commercial leaders that add value and can help shape production planning and longer-term strategic initiatives., • Support cross-functional teams in aligning operational decisions with company strategy, sustainability objectives and customer commitments. We are keen to speak to qualified accountants who have a proven background in management accounting and more recent commercial accounting experience, ideally with manufacturing experience. You must have a right to work in the UK and be based within a commutable distance. 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 hays

Hays Senior Finance are working with a rapidly growing and innovative manufacturing company based near Deeside. They have external investment and a clear strategy for growth across a number of different markets. The company is looking to appoint a Financial Controller to bridge the gap between the Finance Director and the rest of the team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing and have proven skills in build costing models for complex manufacturing businesses as well as owning month end accounting and reporting. Responsibilities: • Full production of monthly management accounts pack with commentary for review, • Detailed analysis of month end reporting with commentary on variances, • Analysis of profit margins by customer and product, • Build and develop a robust costing model, • Experience of Invoice Discounting and cash management, • Cash flow forecasting, • Provide financial and stock control management support to senior management, • Mentor junior staff members in accounting best practices Skills:- Proficiency in financial management and a good understanding of the manufacturing processes (Bill of Materials, MRP, margin analysis etc) • Experience with accounting software Sage 200 or similar., • Strong knowledge of accounts payable and sales processes, • Ability to produce accurate financial forecasting accounting models We are keen to speak to candidates who meet the criteria above and have a right to work in the UK. This is a site based role so we are looking for people located within 20miles. 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 hays

Hays Senior Finance are working with a rapidly expanding manufacturing company near Ellesmere Port who are looking to appoint a qualified Financial Controller to support the Finance Director. The company has gone through a recent transaction and is now set for significant growth over the next 12 months. Due to increased volume of work and increased reporting, the business needs additional support in finance. The Financial Controller is a newly created role in the department and will cover a wide variety of duties including: • Review and reporting the preparation of monthly management accounts for the UK entity., • Support consolidation activities ensuring accuracy and alignment with group reporting standards and US GAAP., • Prepare variance analysis, cost reviews, and performance insights for senior management., • Maintain accurate financial records in compliance with UK GAAP and internal policies., • Support the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes., • Work with operational teams to gather data, challenge assumptions, and ensure realistic financial planning., • Costing & Manufacturing Finance - support product costing, margin analysis, and inventory valuation., • Assist with stock reconciliations, WIP reviews, and production cost tracking., • Work closely with operations to understand cost drivers and identify efficiency opportunities., • Assist in aligning accounting practices, controls, and financial systems between the UK and Group teams., • Support integration activities, including data migration, process mapping, and internal controls development. We are looking to speak to qualified accountants, ideally with manufacturing experience, who have a broad mix of Financial and Management Accounting. This could be an experienced FC or a Finance Manager looking to step up in an FC role. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a rapidly growing company with ambitious plans. 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. 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

SENIOR DATA ANALYST / LEAD DATA ANALYST • Up to £70,000 depending on experience, • Office-based in Cheshire, • Opportunity to own and shape the entire data function, • High impact, “greenfield” role with real influence on business strategy ABOUT THE CLIENT We’re supporting a growing organisation within the financial and Accounting services space as they invest in their data capability. With ambitious plans to scale, they’re looking for someone who can take ownership of data, challenge existing ways of working, and help build a more modern, insight-driven business. This is a people-first environment that values fresh thinking, collaboration, and continuous improvement. THE BENEFITS • 25 days holiday + bank holidays + your birthday off, • Salary sacrifice EV scheme, • Subsidised on-site café discount, • Company pension, • Discounts on retail, gym memberships and more, • Dress down Fridays, • Clear progression pathways as the data function grows, • Opportunity to shape a function from the ground up THE SENIOR DATA ANALYST ROLE: This is not a “keep the lights on” analytics role. You’ll be stepping into a position with real ownership, where you’ll define how data is used across the business. You’ll work closely with senior stakeholders to understand challenges and opportunities, building out reporting, insight, and data processes that genuinely improve decision-making. There’s an existing foundation in place, but this role is about evolving it, bringing new ideas, improving systems, and creating a more joined-up view of performance. You’ll connect data across CRM, financial systems, and wider business platforms to create a true reflection of how the business is operating. Alongside this, you’ll build and optimise Power BI dashboards, automate reporting processes, and introduce best practices in data governance and structure. This role would suit someone who enjoys ownership, is comfortable challenging the status quo, and wants to play a key role in shaping a growing data function. SENIOR DATA ANALYST ESSENTIAL SKILLS We recognise that strong candidates may bring different experiences, if this role aligns with your background, we’d encourage you to apply. • Experience working with SQL and Python for data extraction and analysis, • Strong Power BI experience (including dashboard design and DAX), • Experience working with data warehouses and complex datasets, • CRM experience, • Ability to work across multiple data sources (financial, operational, sales), • Strong Excel skills (modelling, pivot tables, analysis), • Comfortable engaging with stakeholders and translating data into clear insights OUR COMMITMENT TO INCLUSION We’re committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. If you don’t meet every requirement but feel this role could be a good fit, we’d still love to hear from you. We also welcome conversations around flexible working and are happy to make adjustments throughout the recruitment process where needed. TO BE CONSIDERED: Please either apply through this advert or email me directly via . By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process and submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only. KEY SKILLS Data Analysis, Python, SQL, Power BI, DAX, Data Warehousing, CRM, Financial Data, APIs, Excel, Business Intelligence

Stock accounting and balance sheet reporting. Financial analysis and reporting to support business performance. Strong technical accounting skills and attention to detail.

The role of an Indirect Tax Analyst involves managing and supporting indirect tax compliance processes within the industrial/manufacturing sector. This permanent position in Cheshire requires attention to detail and a base tax knowledge. Client Details A well-established organisation within the industrial/manufacturing sector, known for its robust and efficient operations. Description Prepare and submit accurate VAT returns for multiple jurisdictions within compliance deadlines. Reconcile VAT accounts and ensure all transactions are recorded correctly. Support the business with advice on VAT implications for transactions and projects. Assist in maintaining internal controls and processes related to indirect tax. Work closely with external advisors and auditors to ensure compliance with tax regulations. Monitor changes in tax legislation and assess their impact on the organisation's operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure tax compliance across departments. Provide support for tax audits and manage responses to tax authority queries.Profile A successful Indirect Tax Analyst should have: Strong knowledge of VAT and indirect tax regulations, particularly within the industrial/manufacturing sector. Experience in preparing and submitting VAT returns. Proficiency in using accounting software and Microsoft Excel. An analytical mindset and excellent problem-solving skills. Strong attention to detail and organisational abilities. Effective communication skills to liaise with various stakeholders. A qualification in accounting, finance, or a related field is desirable.Job Offer Competitive salary ranging from £30,000 to £33,000 per annum DOE Permanent position offering job stability and career progression opportunities. Work in Cheshire within a reputable organisation in the industrial/manufacturing sector. Supportive company culture with a focus on professional development. Potential to gain valuable experience in a key business function.If you are a detail-oriented individual with a passion for tax compliance and want to advance your career, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity

My client is a PE backed consultancy business based in Cheshire. Due to acquisitions they are recruiting this long-term interim position (12 month FTC) to assist with previously made and future acquisitions, as well as a potential transaction in the future. As an interim FP&A consultant you will be heavily involved with building financial models, extracting large amounts of data, analysing and reporting on it and provide commercial insight behind the numbers to support with key strategic decision making. You will liaise with various key stakeholders both finance and non-finance across the business to help drive performance and profitability. This role will suit a qualified FP&A professional, ideally with some experience in a transaction services team in an accounting firm supporting with due diligence, who is commercially driven and has excellent problem solving skills. The salary is highly competitive and dependant on experience, day rate can also be considered, with the ability to work from home more often than being in the office...

Regional Finance Manager Accountable Recruitment are delighted to be partnered with a market leading business based near Chester to recruit a Regional Finance Manager into the Senior Leadership Team. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving financial efficiency, supporting operational performance, and providing strong financial leadership across the organisation. Key Responsibilities Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis to support business planning Own the month-end close process and act as the primary liaison with Group finance Lead and develop the finance team, overseeing all financial and payroll activities Prepare and deliver accurate, timely financial reports to support business decision making Coordinate statutory accounts, audits, and ensure timely tax and VAT compliance Maintain robust financial systems, controls, and processes, acting as the local lead for the accounting system Ensure full compliance with accounting, fiscal, and regulatory requirements across multiple legal entities Oversee designated accounting processes and manage a specialised operational support team Partner closely with operational leaders to identify efficiencies and improve performance - driving continuous process improvement and efficiencies. Act as company secretary for one or more entities. Skills Required: ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified Proven experience in a senior finance leadership role Strong knowledge of statutory accounting, compliance, and governance Confident communicator with the ability to influence at senior level Hands-on, commercially minded, and comfortable operating in a dynamic environment Any prior experience within manufacturing would be an advantage Benefits: Competitive salary dependent on experience Bonus Company pension scheme Health scheme and life assurance Salary sacrifice scheme This is a site-based role with some flexibility where required and occasional travel across the UK. TPBN1_UKTJ

Finance Manager (Part-Time) Location: Cheshire (onsite with some travel) Salary: £35,000 FTE (pro-rata) Hours: 25 hours per week, Monday to Friday I’m currently partnering with a well-established, privately owned organisation to recruit a part-time Finance Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a diverse and growing business with a varied portfolio, offering real breadth and autonomy within the role. The Role As Finance Manager, you’ll take ownership of day-to-day financial operations across multiple entities. Working closely with internal colleagues and external finance support, you’ll ensure accurate reporting, maintain robust financial processes, and provide valuable insight to support business decisions. Key Responsibilities Oversee daily finance activities including invoices, payments, and expenses Manage sales invoicing and intercompany recharges Perform regular bank reconciliations Maintain accurate sales and purchase ledgers Support preparation of VAT returns, management accounts, and budgets Produce financial reports and respond to internal queries Assist in improving financial systems and processes What you’ll need Qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent) preferred Proven experience in bookkeeping and management accounts Strong understanding of VAT, reporting, and financial controls Experience using accounting software such as Xero Advanced Excel skills Strong attention to detail and organisational ability Confident communicator, able to present financial information clearly A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to work independently What’s on Offer Flexible, part-time working Supportive and collaborative working environment Company pension Free meals and on-site parking (including EV charging) Birthday leave A varied role within a dynamic and evolving business Kellan Group (including all of our brands, Berkeley Scott and Xpress Recruitment) are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability. We operate as an employment agency and employment business. You'll find a wide selection of vacancies on our websites

Axon Moore is partnering with a well-established SME in the motor retail sector to recruit a hands-on Financial Controller for their site in Cheshire. This is a key role responsible for overseeing all financial operations of the dealership, while managing a small team, ensuring strong financial controls, accurate reporting, and compliance with UK regulations. You will also play a key part in driving profitability, supporting commercial decision-making, and delivering group and manufacturer reporting requirements. The role will suit a qualified accountant looking for a broad, commercially focused position with real autonomy. While motor retail experience is advantageous, candidates from other industries will also be considered, provided they have strong financial control and management reporting experience. Key Responsibilities Production of monthly management accounts and variance analysis Budgeting, forecasting, and commercial performance review Balance sheet control and statutory compliance (FRS 102) Cash flow, working capital, and banking oversight Management of vehicle funding and dealership profitability Leadership of the accounts/administration team Business partnering with operational managers Key Skills & Experience ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified (or strong AAT experience) Strong management accounting and financial control background Experience with ERP/DMS systems (e.g. Kerridge/Keyloop) desirable Strong Excel and analytical skills Motor retail experience beneficial but not essential To apply, please follow the link below. For more information, contact Maria at Axon Moore