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Strong knowledge of P&L and Balance Sheet management, with demonstrated expertise in financial planning, forecasting, and reporting. At least 3 years experience in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A). Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to clearly articulate finan

Finance Manager Aylesbury (4 days in the office, 1 from home) £65K - £70k + Bonus and Benefits Our client is a fast-growing UK operating business that has scaled rapidly and is now building a management team capable of supporting the next phase of growth. The group currently operates multiple trading businesses with a clear and well-funded plan to double its turnover within the next 3 years. Significant investment is being made in people, systems and infrastructure to support this ambition. As part of this journey, the business is implementing an outsourced finance function offshore and is now seeking a Finance Manager to take ownership of UK finance operations and act as the senior financial operator within the management team. This is a rare role offering genuine breadth, responsibility and progression, reporting to the Directors and working closely with a highly experienced CFO. You will sit alongside these operational leaders and have real influence over commercial and strategic decisions - this is not a back-office reporting role. Key Responsibilities Full responsibility for UK finance operations including month-end close, management accounts and variance analysis Cashflow forecasting, working capital management and banking relationships Budgeting, forecasting and commercial analysis to support growth decisions VAT, statutory compliance and liaison with external accountants/auditors Oversight and management of the outsourced finance provider (processes, SLAs, controls and quality) Development of KPIs, dashboards and financial insight for non-finance stakeholders * Continuous improvement of systems, controls and automation Candidate Profile: Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) Ideally 1-3 years post-qualification experience Background in SME, fast-growth or operationally focused environments Ambitious, hands-on and keen to accelerate career development * Commercially minded with the confidence to work closely with senior stakeholders On Offer: Clear path to progress as the business scales over the next 3 years. Exposure to strategic decision-making and senior leadership. Mentorship from an experienced and highly successful CFO / Company Director Opportunity to help build a finance function rather than inherit one * Stable, profitable business with genuine growth momentum. AGY - Vitae Financial Recruitment We Exist To Be Different - Membership NOT Registration

Finance Manager Aylesbury (4 days in the office, 1 from home) £60K - £70k + Bonus and Benefits Our client, is a fast-growing UK operating business that has scaled rapidly and is now building a management team capable of supporting the next phase of growth. The group currently operates multiple trading businesses with a clear and well-funded plan to double its turnover within the next 3 years. Significant investment is being made in people, systems and infrastructure to support this ambition. As part of this journey, the business is implementing an outsourced finance function offshore and is now seeking a Finance Manager to take ownership of UK finance operations and act as the senior financial operator within the management team. This is a rare role offering genuine breadth, responsibility and progression, reporting to the Directors and working closely with a highly experienced CFO. You will sit alongside these operational leaders and have real influence over commercial and strategic decisions - this is not a back-office reporting role. Key Responsibilities Full responsibility for UK finance operations including month-end close, management accounts and variance analysis Cashflow forecasting, working capital management and banking relationships Budgeting, forecasting and commercial analysis to support growth decisions VAT, statutory compliance and liaison with external accountants/auditors Oversight and management of the outsourced finance provider (processes, SLAs, controls and quality) Development of KPIs, dashboards and financial insight for non-finance stakeholders * Continuous improvement of systems, controls and automation Candidate Profile: Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) Ideally 1-3 years post-qualification experience Background in SME, fast-growth or operationally focused environments Ambitious, hands-on and keen to accelerate career development * Commercially minded with the confidence to work closely with senior stakeholders On Offer: Clear path to progress as the business scales over the next 3 years. Exposure to strategic decision-making and senior leadership. Mentorship from an experienced and highly successful CFO / Company Director Opportunity to help build a finance function rather than inherit one * Stable, profitable business with genuine growth momentum. AGY - Vitae Financial Recruitment We Exist To Be Different - Membership NOT Registration

Finance Manager BFS Reporting to the UK Consumer Finance Director, the Finance Manager will act as a strategic business partner to the commercial teams, supporting performance, improving processes and delivering actionable insights that influence decision making. This role combines strong financial ownership with hands-on collaboration across Sales and Commercial functions to enhance margin, optimise investment and strengthen financial control. Responsibilities • Own and manage the full P&L for the UK Foodservice business, providing insightful analysis and recommendations to drive performance., • Partner closely with the Foodservice commercial team to support growth initiatives and profitability improvement., • Lead finance support for customer negotiations, including business tenders and trade accrual balance sheet management., • Deliver analysis on key financial drivers, identifying risks, opportunities and areas for improvement., • Support and challenge commercial teams on pricing, promotional spend and margin optimisation., • Contribute to ongoing O&R processes to analyse volume and spend trends., • Provide financial guidance on key commercial projects to ensure value creation., • Deliver commercial finance training to enhance financial capability within local teams., • Build strong cross-functional relationships with key stakeholders across the business, • Ensure accurate and timely distribution of commercial finance reports and business intelligence., • Support the development and implementation of enhanced reporting tools and processes., • Contribute to month-end activities, quarterly forecasts and annual budgeting processes., • Drive continuous improvement in core commercial finance processes and reporting standards., • Maintain robust documentation and ensure compliance with internal controls and Sarbanes-Oxley requirements. Candidates Profile • Strong communication skills with the ability to influence and articulate financial insights across different levels and functions., • Confidence to constructively challenge and partner with senior stakeholders., • Proactive, resourceful and solutions-oriented mindset., • High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy., • Strategic thinking with a strong commercial acumen., • Ability to build collaborative relationships and generate buy-in across teams., • Excellent organisational, analytical and time management skills., • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics or a related field., • Professional qualification such as ACCA, CIMA or MBA (part or newly qualified) is highly regarded., • Strong experience in financial planning, analysis and business partnering with commercial, marketing, sales or supply chain teams., • In-depth understanding of P&L and Balance Sheet management., • Demonstrated ability to analyse sales trends, forecasts and the financial impact of business decisions., • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Agencies: McCormick as needed will work with external recruitment vendors through our Agency Portal. Unless previously contacted, McCormick does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiting agencies. McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, colour, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies

Senior Procurement Manager – External Manufacturing Haddenham, UK McCormick is seeking a strategic and results-driven Senior Procurement Manager – External Manufacturing to lead Procurement Supply Excellence Operations and Business Engagement Partnerships across EMEA. This role is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies for External Manufacturing, optimizing total cost of ownership, strengthening supplier performance, reducing risk, and ensuring alignment with Business Unit strategies across Consumer and Flavor Solutions. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES • Lead and develop a team responsible for Procurement Supply Excellence and Business Engagement activities across EMEA., • Develop and execute sourcing category strategies for External Manufacturing to optimize cost, value, and risk., • Manage supplier performance through robust Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) practices., • Drive Procurement’s involvement in innovation, commercialization, and long-term business planning., • Partner with Business Units to align procurement strategy with commercial and operational objectives., • Deliver value through cost savings initiatives, supply base optimization, and continuous improvement programs., • Lead cross-functional projects to ensure supply continuity and operational excellence, applying lean and six sigma principles., • Collaborate with Category Management and Supply Chain teams to achieve optimal Total Cost of Ownership and high stakeholder satisfaction. CANDIDATE PROFILE • Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Accounting, or related discipline., • Solid experience in Purchasing/Supply Chain, including significant External Manufacturing exposure (FMCG preferably)., • Proven team management experience preferred, with the ability to develop and lead high-performing teams., • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, assess business opportunities, and support strategic decision-making., • Strong track record of delivering major cost savings initiatives and leading cross-functional projects., • Deep understanding of sourcing strategies, supplier management, and supply chain optimization., • Commercially astute with the ability to analyze complex business opportunities and manage competing priorities., • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with changing topics and priorities., • Confident communicator with strong influencing skills and experience engaging senior stakeholders. Agencies: McCormick as needed will work with external recruitment vendors through our Agency Portal. Unless previously contacted, McCormick does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiting agencies. McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, colour, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies