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OTTO JAMES CONSULTING is has been retained in a Financial Controller Search & Selection process for a £68million turnover Manufacturing business with a North West HQ, and international production sites in Europe & Asia. My client is looking to engage a dynamic accounting professional to enter the business at Financial Controller level, with the view to grow their role, and the organisation over the next 3 to 5 years. This is a role which will give you an all-encompassing view of the business and it will have an active base in the real-time business delivery information. The Role As Financial Controller, you will be positioned in the business as an integral part of the day to day running, and the strategic growth of the organisation. The position has come about following the organisations growth in 2025 and their future for 2026. This role has dovetailed into the retirement of the previous Financial Controller. This has been fortuitous as they had grown the organisation, however as the business now targets future growth, the new FC will be able to make this role their-own, implement new process and procedures, and will be able to do this as a true greenfield role. The nature of my clients business is such that they have a real growth opportunity, which requires the input of an accounting professional, who understands that this growth will require a foundation of solid accounting practices and procedures which will enable a robust framework to support the commercial and technical upskilling of the teams. Key Responsibilities you will oversee, develop and perfect: • Processes & Procedures improvements, • Systems improvement, • Management of Month End processes and the team producing (team of 4), • Cash-flow Management, • Organisational integration and harmonisation, • Commercial Management Reporting Pack, • Identifying future acquisitions, • Due Diligence, • Budgeting and Forecasting, • KPI creation for Sales & Operations, • Competitor Analysis and Pricing Structure, • Management Accounts – taking variances and action point to stakeholders, • Marketing Rationalisation – Cost to Return ratio’s, • Project Management, • Ad-hoc Reporting You will be able to mould this role into what you want it to be, as you will be reporting to the Managing Director directly, while sitting at a senior level, supporting the Operations and Sales Directors as peers. Your Profile My client is a true manufacturing business who value a hands-on Financial Controller, who looks to add value throughout their day-to-day duties. The Commerciality of this role pivot around a high level of Analytical Skills within Excel and highly effective communicative skills. You will be responsible for the creation and delivery of a reporting suite which will be to a senior stakeholder group, who are not all from a finance background. Therefore, your communicative skills will be utilised here. The Company Growth is a key aspect to the organisation, however they have stressed that this growth can only be supported through a solid finance foundation. This is why my client wants to recruit a qualified accounting professional, who sees the opportunity that this role brings. Salary & Benefits The salary banding for Financial Controller UK has been set at £78,500 to £85,000 plus car. • 25 days paid holiday plus bank holidays, • Pension (up to 10% matched), • Private Health, • Personal and company performance bonus, • Training & development budget, • 5 Day annual release for Charity in the Community, • Monthly wellness budget

ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified accountant Group Financial Controller based in St Albans / Hybrid Main function of job:The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the financial operations of the whole firm. Working through the internal Finance team, you will be expected to secure robust financial control, provide accurate reporting and ensure that they are compliant with regulatory requirements. In this way you will help provide financial guidance to senior management with timely, high-quality insights to drive performance, profitability and sustainable growth. Financial Control and Reporting: • Review the monthly management accounts, and prepare reports for partner meetings and the management committee., • Manage and oversee the month-end closing process, ensuring all financial transactions are accurately recorded and reported in a timely manner. A key objective will be to streamline and reduce our month end close process., • Ensure all reporting from their practice management software, CCH, is accurate and reconciled., • Responsibility for ensuring all accounting and calculations required to maintain partner capital accounts are completed timely and accurately, as well as all necessary reporting., • Manage the annual budget process and oversee subsequent reforecasting as appropriate., • Conduct financial analysis and provide insights to support business decision-making, including regular flash reporting and KPIs for partners., • Monitor cash flow and manage working capital requirements., • Oversee the credit control function, ensuring timely collection of outstanding balances, accurate debtor reporting, and effective processes to minimize overdue accounts., • Oversee client accounts in line with the ICAEW client money regulations, ensuring that all client funds are handled and recorded accurately., • Oversee the preparation and review of their VAT returns, ensuring they are accurately compiled and submitted in compliance with all relevant regulations., • Work closely with HR to ensure payroll is processed accurately and on time, including managing employee benefits and deductions. Ensure all payroll-related reporting and compliance requirements are met., • Manage and oversee the daily operations of the finance department., • On an ongoing basis, lead, mentor, and develop the internal finance team., • Allocate work effectively and ensure high standards of accuracy and timeliness., • Develop and implement financial policies, procedures, and controls., • Collaborate with senior management to develop and implement strategic plans and initiatives., • Act as a trusted financial advisor to partners and senior leadership supporting the work of the COO., • Support with the financial details of strategic initiatives the COO is being required to work on for the partnership., • Practice Management System (CCH)., • SharePoint., • Staffology Payroll., • Microsoft Outlook., • Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and regulatory requirements., • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills., • Proven ability to manage and develop a team., • Strong communication and interpersonal skills., • Advanced proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office Suite., • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment., • High level of integrity and ethical standards, • Demonstrated ability to be proactive and continuously seek out opportunities for change and improvement. 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. 4777763

📍 St Albans Office | 🏡 Hybrid working | 💼 up to £33, 000 pa DOE | 🕒 Full-time Introduction We are looking for a high-calibre planning support administrator to join our team in St Albans. The ideal candidate must have top notch communication skills and be able to troubleshoot and process work in a timely and efficient manner. Why Saltus? Our mission is to improve everyone’s relationship with their wealth: to make it a positive force for their future and at the same time to prevent it being a source of anxiety. We want everyone who works at Saltus to be proud to work here, and to find fulfilment and meaning in the work that they do We are incredibly proud of our culture and work really hard to ensure that Saltus is a great place to work for our people, where they can have fun and grow in their career, with a passion for excellence and customer service. We're proud that we've been recognized as a winner by the Sunday Times in the Best Places to Work 2024 awards, as well as a winner in the Professional Adviser awards 2024 for the Best Financial Advisers to Work For. These accolades reflect our commitment to creating an exceptional work environment and our dedication to excellence in the financial industry. Join our award-winning team and be a part of our continued success! Saltus is a privately owned financial planning and discretionary investment management house. We are dedicated to providing a high-quality service for private clients, trusts, and smaller institutions. Saltus Partners was founded in 2004 and has grown organically and through a small number of carefully integrated acquisitions. Originally the business started out as an investment manager and has now developed the financial planning side of the offering, putting this at the forefront of the client relationship. Today Saltus manages and advises on over £11 billion of client assets, acquired through a combination of organic business growth and corporate acquisitions. What does this role look like? The role will report to the Advice Delivery Manager, and the key areas of the role are as follows: • To always have the customer at the heart of everything you do. Providing an excellent level of service is your primary responsibility, • Learning about Saltus Core Values and products/services, • Effectively and efficiently onboarding new clients and service the existing clients, • Building effective relationships with customers, advisers and paraplanners in your immediate POD, • Positively contribute to the team morale and energy, be a great team player, • Communicating to clients effectively through various mediums (e.g. telephone, email etc), • Willing to get involved in projects within the business, which may occur from time to time What sort of person are you looking for? The successful candidate will be delivery orientated and a well organised individual, with experience within a financial planning environment. We are looking for someone who is CII or RO part qualified, with a salary which reflects this experience. • Knowledge of investment products ISAs, Pensions, Bonds, • Experience of using CRM systems, • Be a good team player, • Experience of challenging the status quo in respect of processes, • A strong passion for delivering excellent customer service, • A self-starter, who owns own development journey Where will I be working? We are looking for someone to be based out of our St Albans office, and offer hybrid working, which include a minimum of 3 days in the office, with the remainder at home. We’re incredibly flexible about when and how you work: we don’t want anyone to be prevented from coming to work for Saltus as a result of the working pattern that they’re looking for. We are passionate about championing flexible working for our people, so if there’s a slightly different working pattern that you’re looking for, then please come and have a chat to us about it! What benefits do I get when working for Saltus? The salary is between £28,000-£33,000pa depending on experience, alongside 25 days’ holiday (plus bank holidays), life assurance, income protection and a pension, alongside access to our flexible benefits platform. The role is 37.5 hours per week between the hours of 8.30-5.30pm. Just as importantly, you’ll get to experience our culture, which we really do live and breathe ensuring that Saltus is a fantastic place to work for every single one of our 500+ people. We work hard, but we have an awful lot of fun along the way. If you think you’d like to come and join us, then please do get in touch… we’d love to hear from you!

My client is a rapidly expanding, acquisitive accountancy practice that has tripled in size over the past 5 years. Due to their continued aggressive growth plans they are now looking to recruit a Senior Accountant / Client Manager.\n\nThis is a highly varied role where you will take full ownership of a portfolio of clients and act as their main point of contact, delivering high-quality advice and building long-term relationships.\n\nThis is an opportunity for someone who:\n• Wants real responsibility, not just a set of jobs to process\n• Embraces technology, automation, and smarter ways of working\n• Is ambitious, commercially minded, and motivated to progress their career\n• Wants visibility, influence, and a clear path forward as the firm continues to scale\n\nFrom day one, you will be given transparent career progression and clear expectations. As the firm grows, you’ll grow with it — both in responsibility and opportunity. Interviews are ongoing so apply now

BOOK KEEPER – XERO EXPERIENCE\n\nTemp contract possible extension to permanent\n\nWho are we looking for:\n\n * Demonstrable experience in bookkeeping\n\n * Strong understanding of Debits & Credits\n\n * Past experience posting Journals & Adjustments\n\n * Ability to easily prepare Trial Balance\n\n * Fundamental understanding of Xero\n\n * Intermediate user of Microsoft Excel\n\n * Experience in preparing financial statements would be welcomed\n\n * Experience required in the relevant industry of property or construction or in practice dealing with clients from that sector\n\n * Positive attitude, self-motivated and capable of taking ownership of tasks\n\n * Good communication and interpersonal skills\n\nKey Deliverables\n\n * Update Xero accounting system\n\n * Authorise supplier invoices - ensuring that all invoices are correct\n\n * Sales ledger\n\n * Purchase ledger\n\n * Update and reconciliation of Bank and loan accounts, Credit cards and petty cash\n\n * Update and reconciliation of intercompany accounts\n\n * Update and reconciliation of repayment, creditors and debtors accounts\n\n * Journal entries\n\n * Any other ad hoc duties as required\n\nDue to a very high number of applications, we are unable to come back to every candidate with feedback. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Your CV will be registered with us, and we will keep you updated with any other positions that may be of interest. However please keep checking our website as new roles will be updated daily, Nouvo Recruitment (London) wishes you the best of luck in your job search.\n\nNouvo Recruitment (London) operate as an independent recruitment agency with over 20 years of experience supporting clients and candidates nationally across the UK

NLB Solutions are working with a business in St Albans that are looking for a new Group Financial Controller due to promotion. The role requires someone that is used to managing teams on a regular basis and deal with senior decision makers. The business are looking for a Practice trained individual that has been qualified ACA or ACCA for at least 5 years and that has experience of working in a financial controller capacity and has a proven capacity to improve processes and procedures to make the accounting functions running more efficiently over time.\nThe business offer excellent development and growth opportunities and training that will help to grow the individual to the next phase of their career. With parking and close to local amenities, the offices offer an excellent working environment.\nDuties:\n * Manage and oversee the daily operations of the finance department.\n * On an ongoing basis, lead, mentor, and develop the internal finance team.\n * Allocate work effectively and ensure high standards of accuracy and timeliness.\n * Support succession planning and continuous improvement within the finance function.\n * Review the monthly management accounts, and prepare reports for partner meetings and the management committee.\n * Manage and oversee the month-end closing process, ensuring all financial transactions are accurately recorded and reported in a timely manner. A key objective will be to streamline and reduce our month end close process.\n * Ensure all reporting from our accounts management software is accurate and reconciled.\n * Responsibility for ensuring all accounting and calculations required to maintain partner capital accounts are completed timely and accurately, as well as all necessary reporting.\n * Prepare and present accurate and timely financial statements, and coordinate and manage the annual audit process. Ensure compliance with all relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements.\n * Manage the annual budget process and oversee subsequent reforecasting as appropriate.\n * Conduct financial analysis and provide insights to support business decision-making, including regular flash reporting and KPIs for partners.\n * Ensure charge out rates are appropriately set and communicated across the firm.\n * Monitor cash flow and manage working capital requirements.\n * Oversee the credit control function, ensuring timely collection of outstanding balances, accurate debtor reporting, and effective processes to minimize overdue accounts.\n * Maintain and manage our banking relationship to ensure smooth and efficient banking operations.\n * Collaborate with senior management to develop and implement strategic plans and initiatives.\nPerson Spec:\n * Must be a qualified accountant ACA or ACCA\n * Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and regulatory requirements.\n * Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.\n * Proven ability to manage and develop a team.\n * Strong communication and interpersonal skills.\n * Advanced proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office Suite.\n * Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.\n * High level of integrity and ethical standards\n * Demonstrated ability to be proactive and continuously seek out opportunities for change and improvement

HSQE Auditor / Advisor\n\nSt Albans (office based)\n\nSalary up to £45,000\n\nWe are recruiting on behalf of a valued client for an experienced HSQE Auditor / Advisor to support operational teams across construction, maintenance, and project environments. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive health and safety professional to join a growing business and play a key role in driving compliance, standards, and continuous improvement.\n\nThe Role\n\nYou will be responsible for carrying out HSQE audits across active construction sites, maintenance teams, completed works, and project management functions. The role will involve ensuring compliance with company procedures, producing detailed audit reports, supporting investigations, and promoting a strong safety culture across all levels of the business.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\n * Conduct HSQE audits across construction sites, maintenance teams, and completed projects\n\n * Prepare and submit audit reports with clear actions and recommendations\n\n * Develop and maintain audit programmes, registers, and head office records\n\n * Carry out COSHH assessments and maintain COSHH/equipment registers\n\n * Deliver toolbox talks, inductions, and safety briefings\n\n * Prepare RAMS, WPPs, site safety files, and other H&S documentation\n\n * Investigate accidents, incidents, near misses, and close calls\n\n * Advise teams on safe systems of work and risk control measures\n\n * Liaise with clients and support external audits from accreditation bodies\n\n * Assist operational teams and site management when required\n\nRequirements\n\n * Previous experience in an HSQE / HSEQ / SHEQ role within construction, rail, or engineering environments\n\n * Good knowledge of operational railway procedures and standards desirable\n\n * Strong report writing and administration skills\n\n * Confident communicator with the ability to influence at all levels\n\n * Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office packages\n\n * Assertive, approachable, and able to promote a positive safety culture\n\nQualifications\n\n * Trade-related qualification\n\n * NEBOSH Construction Certificate\n\n * Personal Track Safety (PTS)

Accountant / Client Manager Welwyn Garden City (Office Based) £45,000 - £50,00 per year doe Full-time, Permanent Our client is a growing and forward-thinking accountancy firm based in Welwyn Garden City and they are looking to appoint a Senior Accountant / Client Manager to join thei

We specialise in permanent, temporary and contract recruitment across Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Finance Administration, Part-Qualified Finance, Credit Control and Bookkeeping.

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates.

Join Our Team as a Junior Accounts Administrator!.Are you ready to kick-start your career in the dynamic world of Logistics & Transportation? We are on the lookout for a detail-oriented and enthusiastic.Occasional Saturday overtime available.As a Junior Accounts Administrator, you will play a cr

As Senior Finance Manager, you will sit at the core of strategic and operational decision-making, acting as a critical advisor to senior leaders. Acting as a senior voice within the wider finance leadership community, contributing to broader finance transformation and strategy. Acting as lead f

Trainee Financial Adviser – No Experience Required. Are you looking to build a successful career as a Financial Adviser, but don’t know where to start?. We are working with a highly respected and growing wealth management firm that has built its success over the past 8 years through a unique and

If you’re ready to take the next step in your advisory career and build on a ready-made client base within a professional and supportive environment, we’d love to hear from you. Opportunities to expand your portfolio further through future acquisitions. Full paraplanning, administration, and com

Currently an adviser with 3–5 years’ experience. Strong infrastructure for both client and adviser success. If you’re an ambitious Adviser ready to step into a role with immediate AUM, long-term stability, and excellent career prospects, my client would love to hear from you.

Currently an adviser with 3–5 years’ experience. Strong infrastructure for both client and adviser success. If you’re an ambitious Adviser ready to step into a role with immediate AUM, long-term stability, and excellent career prospects, my client would love to hear from you.

It’s time to get back to what financial planning is really about —. Whether you’re nurturing an existing book or ready to grow through referrals and introducers, the structure is there to help you thrive. If you’re ready to be part of a firm that treats you like a professional not a number,

Lead coordination of UK & Ireland direct and indirect tax compliance (including Corporation Tax, VAT, and employment-related taxes). Strong grounding in UK corporate tax and VAT; exposure to Irish tax advantageous. Interest in tax technology and data tools (e.

Credit Controller – About the role:. A busy, international business is looking for an experienced Credit Controller to manage debts and credit activities. Credit Controller – Responsibilities:.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Chartered Adviser who values quality advice, collaborative working and long-term client relationships. A highly respected wealth management firm based in St Albans is looking to appoint a Chartered Financial Adviser to join its close-knit and collaborative team

At Costa Coffee, we are what we craft. Explore even more of our perks here: . The Costa Financial Support Fund, supporting team members who find themselves in unexpected financial pressure .

The role is based full time in their offices in Harpenden, so you must be able to commute on a daily basis. Managing and developing the junior members of the team.

A highly regarded, chartered financial planning firm is looking to appoint a Financial Adviser to join their growing team in St Albans. You’ll work closely with experienced advisers in a collaborative office environment, inheriting a portion of existing clients while also developing your own clien

Are you an ambitious Financial Services professional seeking the opportunity to further your career within an award winning firm? Do you want to provide innovative solutions to HNW clients? Are you looking to work with like minded professionals and benefit from an established portfolio of clients?

Responding to queries from both finance and non-finance colleagues. You will play a key part in maintaining the accuracy and integrity of the finance function, taking ownership of day-to-day transactional processing while supporting the wider team with reconciliations, reporting and stakeholder quer

A qualified accountant with prior experience working in the public sector, bringing an understanding of its specific accounting nuances and environment.

My client is seeking a confident, results-driven Credit Controller who can take ownership of their ledger and make a real impact. This is a role where your input is valued and your performance is genuinely recognised. Proven Credit Controller with a strong track record.

Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Exclusively partnered with Robert Half.

Are you an ambitious Financial Services professional seeking the opportunity to further your career within an award winning firm? Do you want to provide innovative solutions to HNW clients? Are you looking to work with like minded professionals and benefit from an established portfolio of clients?

Are you an experienced Administrator within a financial setting?.We are working with a well-established financial services firm in St Albans that is looking to recruit an ambitious Administrator who is keen to build a long-term career within financial planning and progress into a Paraplanner role.Th

All aspects of sales ledger including credit control, allocating cash and resolving queries.

Reporting into the Finance Director, the Financial Controller will lead a small, friendly, and collaborative finance team while taking ownership of key financial reporting, governance, treasury, and budgeting activities. Lead the monthly management accounts process, providing high-quality commentary

Welwyn Garden City (Office Based).Our client is a growing and forward-thinking accountancy firm based in Welwyn Garden City and they are looking to appoint a Senior Accountant / Client Manager to join their team.This role would suit someone who can independently prepare a full set of statutory accou

At Costa Coffee, we’re what we craft. We’re re-imagining coffee experiences in over 50 countries as part of the Coca-Cola system — whether that’s in-store, at home, or on the go. There’s never been a better time to join Costa as we continue our

Absolute are currently recruiting a qualified Finance Manager to join an entrepreneurial SME.Managing a small team, this role will be responsible for the smooth running of the finance function and ensuring the preparation of timely and accurate management accounts.The successful candidate will have

The opportunity This is a high-impact Finance Manager role within a fast-moving, multi-billion-pound consumer business operating at serious scale.

This is a highly varied position supporting the Finance & Operations Director across a wide range of responsibilities. This is not your typical Accounts Assistant position. Someone with an Accounts Assistant background wanting broader exposure.

Accountant / Client Manager Welwyn Garden City (Office Based) £45,000 - £50,00 per year doe Full-time, Permanent Our client is a growing and forward-thinking accountancy firm based in Welwyn Garden City and they are looking to appoint a Senior Accountant / Client Manager to join their team. This role would suit someone who can independently prepare a full set of statutory accounts for a limited company and enjoy a accountancy practice setting. An Accounts professional who has managed their own portfolio of clients who demonstrate the potential to develop into a Client Manager role with the right support and training. Purpose of the role You will be responsible for managing a portfolio of clients, acting as their main point of contact and ensuring all compliance work is delivered accurately and on time. You will be supported by accounts assistants and junior accountants, who assist with bookkeeping, VAT, CIS returns and accounts preparation for review. Partners will provide overall oversight and support, while trusting you to manage your clients and deadlines day to day. Key Responsibilities Manage a portfolio of clients and act as their main point of contact Ensure VAT returns, CIS returns and year-end accounts are prepared and filed accurately and on time Review work prepared by junior team members and provide guidance and support Allocate work within the team to ensure deadlines and quality standards are m...

The Accounts Payable Assistant will support the Accounting & Finance department by managing vendor invoices, reconciling accounts, and ensuring timely payments. A successful Accounts Payable Assistant should have:. Maintain accurate records of accounts payable transactions in the accounting syst

Location: HatfieldSalary: £28,000 – £30,000 DOEHours: Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 5:30pmWorking Pattern: Office-Based (No Hybrid Working).As an Accounts Assistant, you’ll be responsible for supporting the day-to-day finance function, ensuring data is accurate, up to date,

Being a bridge between core finance and the treasury function. Support treasury and finance leadership with strategic initiatives (e. Act as the primary treasury point of contact for the wider finance function.

A prominent accounting firm in Hatching Green is seeking an enthusiastic Account Apprentice to join their administration team. The position offers a starting wage of £15,704 and a structured training schedule enhancing your accounting skills in a supportive environment.

Use finance and accounting software packages to accurately input and manage data to contribute to routine accounting tasks. Plan and review accounting and finance tasks. We are dedicated financial experts, that offer trusted accounting and tax advisory as well as specialising in property and propert

Portfolio Payroll Limited is seeking an Interim Payroll Manager for a hybrid role in Welwyn. The ideal candidate will have experience with MHR i-Trent and managing a payroll team processing over 6000 employees.

Minimum 2 years’ experience in a Financial Adviser role.

St Albans is looking for a Financial Adviser to work closely with experienced advisers in a collaborative office environment. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years’ experience in a Financial Adviser role and strong interpersonal skills.

We are seeking an experienced IT Production Support Specialist with over 10 years of expertise in IT operations, production support, and project management within the Insurance and Finance domains. IT experience in technical support, production support, and project management. Production Support & M