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Financial Controller Location: UK Sector: Engineering Consultancy (Construction Focus) Salary: £60,000 £70,000 + Excellent Package A well-established and growing engineering consultancy delivering complex projects across the construction and industrial sectors is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to join its finance team. This is a key leadership role within a commercially focused business, offering exposure to senior stakeholders and clear long-term progression. The Financial Controller will take ownership of financial reporting, controls, and commercial support across multiple live projects. Responsibilities Lead monthly management accounts and financial reporting Manage budgeting and forecasting cycles Oversee project cost control and margin performance Monitor cashflow and working capital Ensure compliance with financial controls and statutory requirements Partner with project directors and commercial teams Manage audit processes and year-end reporting Improve financial systems, reporting, and internal controls Requirements Qualified Accountant ACA, ACCA, or CIMA (essential) 25+ years post-qualification experience Construction or engineering consultancy background highly desirable Strong project-based accounting experience Commercially astute with strong analytical skills Confident communicator with senior stakeholders Advanced Excel and financial systems capability Package £60,000 £70,000 Basic Car Allowance Bonus Private Healthcare Pension TPBN1_UKTJ

Finance Manager We are looking for a Finance Manager to join the Finance team for a 13-month fixed term contract to cover maternity leave. Position: Finance Manager Location: London E2/Hybrid (minimum 3 days/week in office) Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week) Contract: Fixed term position - 13 month Salary: £42,000 – £45,000 (depending on experience) Benefits: 8% employer pension contribution, life insurance and an employee assistance programme with health insurance after six months’ service. Closing Date: Friday 24th of April. Early applications are encouraged as we may close the role before the deadline if a suitable candidate is found. About the Role You will provide essential support in processing transactions, preparing financial reports, reconciling the balance sheet and contributing towards achieving the mission of a thriving tea sector that is socially just and environmentally sustainable. Responsibilities include: Process financial data on QuickBooks Review and post all income and expenditure transactions Prepare and process weekly payment runs Administer and review credit cards Ensure timely and accurate creation of sales invoices and credit notes Monitor debtors and creditors ledgers Administer UK bank and Western Union accounts Review and coordinate the monthly UK payroll Manage Fixed Assets register, overseeing purchases and capitalization per policy. Support the preparation of donor and cost centre reports as required by the Programme team and COO Oversee the completion of the monthly finance processes, producing reconciled balance sheet documents. About You You will have experience in a comparable role in a not-for-profit or charity and strong technical financial acumen. We are looking for someone who is qualified or studying towards a recognized accounting qualification (ACCA, ACA, CIMA, or fully qualified AAT) with previous experience of working with QuickBooks. We recognise that no candidate will meet every requirement listed. If you are excited by this role and feel you have relevant experience we encourage you to apply. Work for an equal opportunities employer that is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. About the Organisation Join a membership organisation that collaborates with members and third-party grantors to implement impactful, long-term programs in tea-producing countries, improving the lives of farmers, workers, and communities. ETP is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. You may also have experience in roles such as Finance, Finance Manager, Finance Officer, Finance and Operations Manager, Accountant, Finance Accountant, Business Accountant, Charity Accountant. #INDNFP Please note this role is advertised by the recruitment agency acting for the client, Not For Profit People

Senior MEP Commercial Manager (Data Centre) Radius is seeking a Senior M&E Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager with either Data Centre / Life sciences / critical infrastructure experience Reporting to the Programme Delivery Director, the Quantity Surveyor / Cost Manager (Projects & Commercial) will provide in house Quantity Surveying service on all infrastructure projects / programmes. This involves initial estimating / budget forecasting, cost plan management, consultant and contractor selection, preliminaries drafting, tendering, contractor negotiation, valuations, variation control, cost reporting and final accounting. Additionally, to support the financial management functions normally carried out in an end operator construction business including internal Purchase Order reconciliation and cash flow. More than 5 years’ experience in running construction projects, ideally within the data centre industry or those with a very complex services content. Extensive experience in an environment where ‘front end’ activities such as project estimating and cost planning are routinely carried out. Able to provide all the quantity surveying input necessary to run construction contracts of £10m-30m, where external quantity surveying firms are not appointed Excellent communication skill with the ability to explain technical matters in a way that can be clearly understood by a non-technical audience Demonstrable experience of managing a critical supply chain A sound track record in risk management. The main responsibilities are, but not limited to, the following: To own all commercial elements of pre-contracting for each project / programme to deliver: * Costs Estimated budget costs for each scheme Cost planning for each scheme and option Cashflow plan for each scheme / option to allow for clear funding plan * Documents * * Internal approval of scope / briefs and similar third party documents An approved Procurement Strategy / method for each project An appropriate and agreed contracting approach for each project Agreed tender documents that allow selection of the best & most appropriate supply chain / partners Preparation of all preliminaries Completed contract bundles using the appropriate legal advice / support Completed third party appointments using the appropriate legal advice and support * Management * * Representation at all pre-contract meetings, providing advice or assistance to all other professionals Management of any tender processes and selection of the best & most appropriate suppliers / partners The best outcome in all commercial negotiations Working / liaising with external Quantity Surveyors (where appointed) to deliver all of the above * Cost Management & Reporting * * Contract variations that are agreed by all stakeholders, formally instructed and managed & recorded via a formal contract framework Accurate and agreed interim valuations that allow payments to contractors to be made Accurate cost reporting and reconciliation to agreed costs plans / budgets A final accounting review / payment with contractors / suppliers * Management * * Representation at all pre-contract meetings, providing advice or assistance to all other professionals Management of any tender processes and selection of the best & most appropriate suppliers / partners The best outcome in all commercial negotiations Working / liaising with external Quantity Surveyors (where appointed) to deliver all of the above

Commercial Accountant Central London - Office Based Initially 6 Month Contract with Temp to Perm Option Our client, a high‑growth, people‑centric organisation is an ambitious business known for creating premium, service‑led environments where companies feel supported and able to perform at their best. Their focus on exceptional quality, experience, and a genuinely human approach sets them apart, and their entrepreneurial culture offers the kind of pace and opportunity where talented individuals can make a visible impact and grow with the organisation. They are now seeking a commercially sharp, polished finance leader who can combine hands‑on financial leadership with the credibility to engage intelligently with senior stakeholders and potential financiers. Someone as strong in the boardroom as they are in the numbers, bringing commercial instinct, strategic awareness, and professional finesse. Are you a hands‑on commercial operator with strong financial instincts who is ready to step into full business leadership: someone who understands how value is created on the ground and wants to take ownership of revenue, costs, deals, people, and outcomes. This role blends strategic leadership with operational ownership and suits a driven individual inspired by responsibility, impact, and performance‑based reward. Key Responsibilities Lead day‑to‑day finance operations and a small accounts team Deliver accurate month‑end and year‑end reporting Own budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis Produce high‑quality P&L, balance sheet, and cashflow reporting Strengthen controls, governance, and working capital management Lead cashflow forecasting, including rolling 13‑week forecasts Partner with operations and sales on revenue, cost, and margin analysis Support modelling for investments, business cases, and acquisitions Drive improvements in systems, automation, and reporting (NetSuite desirable) Represent the business confidently in discussions with strategic partners Shape investment decisions and capital allocation Support acquisitions and integration activity Build a high‑performing finance team and raise the standard of data and decision quality across the businessWhat You Bring ACCA/ACA qualified Strong technical accounting and commercial experience Background in fast‑paced SME or multi‑site environments Advanced Excel and financial modelling capability Experience producing board‑ready management accounts Confident communicator with the polish to influence senior non‑finance stakeholders Commercially minded, proactive, resilient, and detail‑driven Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job

Legal Project Management Analyst Location: London (Hybrid) Sector: Professional Services Salary: Competitive + Benefits Type: Permanent (we do also have a FTC LPM Manager role) The Opportunity A leading international professional services firm is seeking a Legal Project Management (LPM) Analyst to join its London-based team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with 3–4+ years’ experience in a law firm or professional services environment who is looking to build a long-term career in legal project management, legal operations and financial performance management. You will work closely with Partners, Associates and senior stakeholders on complex, often multi-jurisdictional matters across Disputes and Transactions, helping drive efficiency, profitability and best practice. Key Responsibilities Legal Project & Matter Management Support the delivery of structured legal project management on complex matters Assist with scoping, project planning, timelines and resource coordination Track progress against scope, timeline and cost parameters Maintain matter documentation and audit trails Financial Management & Reporting Support matter budgeting and forecasting Monitor WIP, fee spend and matter profitability Identify revenue leakage and cost risks Undertake financial analysis to support write-offs and negotiations Ensure compliance with financial disciplines (e.g. time recording) Data, Metrics & Performance Insight Develop and maintain dashboards and reporting (Excel / Power BI) Analyse matter data to identify trends, risks and improvement opportunities Create actionable insights for Partners and Practice Managers Process Improvement & Legal Operations Support legal process design initiatives (including process mapping) Assist with managed service pilots and innovation projects Help develop and maintain LPM tools, templates and best-practice materials Engage with collaboration and legal technology platforms Stakeholder & Client Engagement Communicate regularly with lawyers and business services teams Support client reporting and status updates Assist in preparing content for client and panel pitches Deliver training sessions and demos on LPM tools and processes Key Performance Indicators Success will be measured through: Contribution to improved matter profitability Strong engagement with partners and legal teams Enhanced operational capability of fee earners Clear, data-driven reporting and insights Creation and adoption of sustainable best practices About You 3–4+ years’ experience within a law firm or professional services firm Strong understanding of legal processes and law firm economics Experience supporting budgets, WIP management and financial reporting Strong analytical capability — able to turn raw data into commercial insight Advanced Microsoft 365 skills (Excel essential; Power BI highly desirable) Confident communicator with strong drafting and presentation skills High attention to detail with strong organisational skills Able to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, international environment Commercially aware with sound judgement Desirable: Experience with Elite, Aderant or similar financial practice management systems Power BI / Power Automate experience Exposure to legal technology, automation or AI tools Asian language skills (Mandarin, Japanese, Korean, Thai, Bahasa) advantageous Why Apply? High-profile international matters Direct exposure to Partners and senior stakeholders Strong career progression in Legal Project Management / Legal Operations Innovation-focused, collaborative culture Competitive salary and benefits #LegalProjectManagementjobs #LPManalystjobs #LPMLondon About Brimstone Consulting: We specialise in finding highly qualified staff in the following areas: Forensic Accounting & Fraud - (AML/CTF, Investigation, CFE’s etc.); Legal and LegalTech (E-Discovery, Digital Forensics, EDRM); Big Data and Data Analytics- (MI/BI/CI); InfoSec and Cyber Crime; Audit; Accountancy and Finance; FinTech (Payments etc.); Risk - (Credit, Regulatory, Liquidity, Market, Analysts-SAS, SPSS etc.); Compliance/Corporate Governance; IT- (full SDLC- BA’s PM’s , Architects, Developers etc.); Brimstone Consulting acts as an employment agency (permanent) and as an employment business (temporary) - a free and confidential service to candidates. Brimstone Consulting is an equal opportunities employer. Due to time constraints we can only reply to applicants that match our clients’ specifications. We may store applications in our cloud storage facilities that may include dropbox. *end

I am currently recruiting for a Head of Finance to work within local government. The role will be for 9-12 months at least and will be paying up to £800 p/day. Job Specification Business Partnering Guiding managers through Budgeting & Planning Leading a team of 7 Reporting figures to the SMT Applying knowledge of financial procedures/processes to identify issues in these areas and know the correct route to resolve issues Calculate/reconcile staff budgets back to establishments Developing models to monitor movements in TB (for year-end) and reserves Preparation of DMT reports Review of AIMS exceptionsGeneral Accounting Monitor relevant grants, ensure accounting is correct and Oracle related queries Preparation of Budget virements Ensuring monthly recharge journals are correct and loaded monthly Set up new cost centres, distribution sets, memo lines in Oracle Manage/assist annual budget load exercise Year-end closedown from a business partner perspective {accruals etc) If you are interested, please send me your CV

Accounts Assistant (Construction) | £34,000 - £38,000 | London (on-site) A well‑established organisation within the construction sector is seeking an Accounts Assistant to support busy project and finance operations. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys a varied workload, is confident managing multiple ledgers, and thrives in a fast‑paced environment. Responsibilities: Maintain the subcontractor ledger, including processing payments, handling internal/external queries, VAT checks and weekly payment runs Manage the contract sales ledger, raising/issuing invoices, updating debtor reports, monitoring VAT status and completing cash matching Support sales ledger tasks including invoicing, cash allocation and general administration Maintain contract documentation in Teams/SharePoint, ensuring all project records are up to date for audit purposes Manage retentions, including raising invoices, updating reports and handling queries Reconcile scrap metal logs to site records and investigate missing information Process internal cost and revenue transfers and maintain monthly updates Support accruals monitoring and reporting for project close‑downs Assist with audit preparation, collating documentation and providing required data Open and close jobs in line with project protocols Skills: Previous experience in a contract accounting, project accounting or construction finance environment Strong attention to detail and confident managing multiple deadlines Good working knowledge of Excel and financial systems Ability to work independently and collaboratively across operational teams Package: £34,000 - £38,000 Beautiful London offices Travel to offices paid

Our client a fast paced and growing business based in Central London are seeking a capable and detail-oriented Accountant ideally with publishing sector experience to manage the full accounting cycle for the publishing entities within their remit. This role will suit someone who is comfortable operating across both transactional and month-end finance, with responsibility for bookkeeping, reconciliations, management accounts preparation and support for wider finance delivery. The role will also support the Group Finance Manager in delivering the wider finance remit across the trading businesses. The successful candidate will understand the financial nuances of publishing businesses, including project or title-based reporting, revenue recognition, cost tracking and margin analysis, and will be able to work effectively with the Group Finance Manager to deliver. Key Responsibilities - Financial Accounting & Bookkeeping • Manage the full end-to-end accounting for designated publishing trading entities. * Maintain accurate ledgers across purchase ledger, sales ledger, journals, accruals and prepayments. * Perform bank, credit card and intercompany reconciliations. * Own the Accounts Receivable and Payable process ensuring timely invoicing, credit control and payment processing * Prepare and post month-end journals and maintain high-quality supporting schedules. * Maintain fixed asset registers and ensure balance sheet integrity. Key Responsibilities - Management Accounts & Reporting • Prepare monthly management accounts for the entities within remit, including profit and loss, balance sheet and cash flow reporting. * Support the Group Finance Manager to: * Deliver an accurate month-end close to timetable * Produce variance analysis and commentary * Produce budgets, forecasts and cash flow management. * Provide ad hoc analysis to support the performance and profitability of the publishing businesses. * Track performance by title, publication, campaign or project where required. * Assist with gross margin analysis and cost tracking across publications and related activities. * Support management of deferred and accrued income and cost recognition where relevant. Key Responsibilities - Compliance, Controls & Team Support • Support VAT returns, year-end reporting and audit requests. * Maintain strong financial controls across the relevant entities and ensure records are complete and audit ready. * Assist with statutory accounts preparation and year-end schedules. * Work closely with Group Finance Manager to improve reporting, accountability and financial visibility. * Provide day-to-day support to the Group Finance Manager across the wider finance remit as required. Candidate Profile Qualifications • Qualified AAT, or qualified by experience. Experience • Previous finance experience within publishing, media or a content-led business. * Strong experience across bookkeeping through to management accounts preparation. * Experience of project, title or product-level reporting is desirable. * Experience working in a multi-entity environment would be advantageous. Skills • Strong technical accounting and bookkeeping capability. * Excellent attention to detail and strong month-end discipline. * Confident Excel skills and ability to work with detailed financial data. * Able to prioritise, take ownership and work independently. * Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively across finance and non-finance teams. What you will experience: • A broad and varied role with genuine ownership and responsibility. * The opportunity to work closely with the Group Finance Manager and CFO in a lean finance team. * Exposure to a dynamic trading environment and the chance to contribute to process improvement across the finance function. You will be required to work 1-2 days a week in their Marlow office and 3-4 days a week in their Central London office. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Marc Daniels Specialist Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your personal data.

The Head of Cost Accounting & Payables will lead the Cost Accounting team and oversee the delivery of the accounts payable activities offshored to Investec Ltd in South Africa. Maintain the accuracy and integrity of cost accounting in accordance with relevant accounting standards and tax laws. The C