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Role: Associate Director (Designate) Commercial & Project Management (JPC-97) Location: East of England/Midlands (Based in Cambridge) Sector: Public & Private Sector Consultancy Salary: £80,000 - £90,000 Overview Take projects from inception to completion, including Client liaison as Contract Administrator/Project Deliverer. Duties Working remotely to deliver and expand our Clients’ activity in the East of England and Midlands. Clients Principally Developers, Property Companies, Local Authorities, Housing Associations and Housebuilders. Experience (minimum 5 years PQE) • Asset Management, • Local Authority, • Residential, Public Sector, Build to Rent Sector, • RICS qualified, • Refurbishment & re-cladding projects, • Understanding full Contract Admin role from inception to completion, • Project Monitor role (New Build to Rent), • Employers Agent, • Working under a quality management system Skills, Knowledge and Understanding • Degree in a construction related field., • Relevant professional qualifications and memberships (e.g. RICS)., • Comprehensive knowledge of procurement, contracts and Fire Safety legislation in England., • Excellent numeracy, written and verbal communication skills., • Ability to produce clear and concise reports., • Strength in business development, demonstrating success in repeat business from existing clients and the development of new clients. General Project Management • Comply with, or improve upon, our Client’s Key Performance Indicators., • Working with and auditing a Quality Management system., • Report on a regular basis on status of projects and update Fee Projections., • Assist the Director in charge with Business Development, cultivating new and existing Clients to promote our service offering., • Have excellent communication skills with Clients, Contractors, Subcontractors and Residents, and with various stakeholders., • Effectively communicate your needs and aspirations to your colleagues and team members. Procedures and Administration • Specification writing, procurement and Contract Administration., • Develop the ability to take minutes in both internal and external meetings and understanding the context of discussion points., • Understand how different roles within the project team support the delivery of a project., • Assist with and understand the tender process and procurement of key consultants and contractors. Pre-Contract Procedures and Administration • Independently manage workload to meet fee targets, ensuring timely completion of inspections, reports and any necessary remedial works., • Prioritise tasks efficiently, handling multiple projects simultaneously and within a team., • Deal with/organising all pre-contract investigations, surveys and other due diligence issues required by Clients, including sustainability issues., • Production of the Project Execution Plans., • Chair and minute pre-contract meetings; immediate issue of minutes to all relevant parties., • Project manage where applicable other consultants or staff on behalf of client., • Prepare detailed specification of works, performance specifications and where applicable building regulations and contract drawings., • Amend contracts, prepare Build Agreements and JCT contracts., • Tendering (single, 2-stage & PCSA) including procurement analysis and reporting., • Prepare and issue Contract documents., • Ensure the appropriate stage invoices are issued., • Use of NBS specification writing where applicable. Post-Contract Procedures and Administration • Chair and minute site meetings; immediate issue to all relevant parties., • Regular site inspections; reporting of same., • Timely issue of relevant instructions, certificates and notices., • Assess contractor payment applications and advise client on cashflow forecast., • Co-ordinate management of projects as a whole, ensuring timely and satisfactory delivery to Clients., • Prepare Final Accounts (claims where applicable) and issue final statements. The job role will entail • A thorough understanding of efficient design, optimisation & value, from dealing with strategic issues at concept stage, stakeholder management, design development through all of the operational stages to completion of procurement stage., • Understanding of current and innovative procurement routes including PCSA, value management and value engineering; particularly in a residential context., • Good working knowledge of project management tools and techniques, relevant construction contracts and experience in programme management., • Reporting to funders on new build developments including programming, handovers and defect management., • With support, seek to build and develop a regional office for our Client with another Director., • Ability to travel to projects based across the East (inc. London) and Midlands., • Undertake bid submissions, ITT’s etc., • Work with Managing Director to review efficiency of case studies and AI answer database., • Employers Agent activity on new build projects., • Assist on virtual forum chairing round table discussions and presentations to the sector., • Assist on training and mentoring of Graduates, Project Managers and associated resource management support and business generally. Supporting existing surveying staff to potentially manage the same. Indicative workload (team) • Manage and report on the delivery of new build B2R for commercial companies and developers., • Management of Contract Administration activity for remediation and asset management work., • Co-ordination with Directors, Managing Director and Finance Manager., • Project Monitor role on Build to Rent projects., • Employer’s Agent role for S106 procured projects., • Ad-hoc Commercial tasks. Rewards and Benefits • Competitive salary, • Discretionary bonus incentive, • Pension contributions, • Private medical insurance, • 33 days holiday + Birthday + Christmas

Accounts Receivable Assistant About Our Client: Located in Huntingdon, they are a leading independent marketing services business that provides sophisticated marketing collateral and print fulfilment services to organisations and leading brands across the UK. Established in 2003, they have grown every year since incorporation and have established an outstanding reputation for the quality of their work and service levels. They hold people at the centre of what they do and continue to monitor and improve their processes as they work towards their goal. They have exciting expansion plans and aim to double their turnover in the next few years. Never has it been a more exciting time to join them. Role Summary: They are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented AP/AR Assistant to join their small, supportive finance team, with a primary focus on Accounts Receivable. This is a key role responsible for supporting customer billing, cash allocation, and customer account management, while also assisting with wider finance and month-end processes. The successful candidate will bring experience from a transactional finance environment and will be confident managing Accounts AP or AR workloads independently, particularly during busy month-end periods. This role offers an excellent opportunity for someone looking to further develop their technical finance skills and progress within a finance function. Key Responsibilities: • Prepare and process customer invoices accurately and in a timely manner, • Allocate customer receipts and investigate unallocated cash, • Maintain accurate and up-to-date customer account records, • Support customer account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies, • Work closely with the Credit Controller to support query resolution and account upkeep, • Monitor customer balances and escalate overdue accounts where appropriate, • Assist with maintaining customer master data and billing information, • Revenue-related balance sheet reconciliations, • Journal preparation (where appropriate), • Supporting month-end reporting deadlines, • Provide cover or support for supplier invoice processing when required, • Assist with payment run preparation during peak periods or team absence, • Support finance administration and transactional processing as needed, • Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation, • Support continuous improvement of finance processes, • Assist with audit preparation and documentation requests, • Ensure compliance with internal controls and finance procedures You will: • Have a minimum 2 years’ experience in a finance or accounts role, • Have a strong working knowledge of Accounts Receivable or Payable processes, • Have experience working with account reconciliations, • Have experience supporting month-end activities in a busy finance environment, • Be confident using Microsoft Excel, • Have a strong attention to detail and accuracy, • Have the ability to manage priorities and work independently, • Be part-qualified, qualified or have relevant experience, • Have effective communication and interpersonal skills, • Have experience with finance systems such as Sage or Xero What they offer in return: • Generous holiday allowance of 24 days rising to 26, • Enhanced parental leave, • Enhanced pension scheme of 5% company contribution, • Cycle to Work Scheme, • 4x Salary Life Assurance and Income Protection, • Private Health Insurance (after a qualifying period), • Work hard/play hard culture and a great working environment, • Sociable company with regular company wide and departmental events, • A Living Wage Accredited organisation Apply today with an up to date CV.

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Your new company Bristol based business (south side) Your new role Are you an organised, detail-driven finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment? We're looking for a proactive Purchase Ledger Clerk to join this Accounts Payable team and play a key role in ensuring their suppliers are paid accurately and on time.This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys problem-solving, building strong internal and external relationships, and keeping processes running smoothly. What you'll be doing Invoice Processing & Administration Validating supplier invoices, ensuring accuracy and rejecting those incorrectly addressed or missing purchase orders. Reviewing invoices pending in the system and supporting colleagues to resolve issues so payments are made within agreed terms. Supplier & Stakeholder Communication Liaising with internal teams-both ad hoc and in scheduled meetings-to resolve queries that could delay payments. Communicating proactively with suppliers regarding payment delays, especially where issues have been escalated or accounts risk being placed on stop. Account Maintenance & Reconciliations Validating supplier bank details and updating procurement with changes to remittance email addresses. Processing rebate credit notes promptly and accurately. Completing supplier statement reconciliations and resolving any discrepancies. Requesting VAT invoices for prepayments and ensuring they are processed correctly. Requesting repayment of debit balances from suppliers when required. Team Support & Administration Providing copies of remittances upon request. Managing emails in both your personal inbox and shared AP Energy team inboxes, ensuring timely and professional responses. Maintaining clear, accurate notes and evidence on supplier accounts to support audit trails and internal visibility. What you'll need to succeed What you'll bring Experience in a purchase ledger or accounts payable role. Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to work. Confidence communicating with suppliers and internal stakeholders. A proactive mindset with the ability to resolve issues quickly and collaboratively. What you'll get in return Flexible working options available- 2 days in office, 3 days WFH Work with a team keen to drive the department forward Parking Friendly team to work with 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. INDHAF 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.co.uk TPBN1_UKTJ

A leading research-led organisation within the higher education and life sciences sector is seeking an Accounts Manager to join its finance team on a fixed-term basis until September 2026. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a fast-paced, complex environment supporting high-value research activity with global impact. Reporting to a senior finance lead, you will provide comprehensive accounts management support across general ledger and research grant activity. The role combines hands-on financial processing with advisory responsibilities and people management. Key responsibilities include: Managing day-to-day accounting queries and supporting month-end and year-end processes Monitoring and reconciling general ledger accounts and supporting budget holders Identifying and explaining variances, risks, and forecast overspends Translating financial information for non-financial stakeholders Liaising with senior academics and project leads on budgets, forecasts, and grant pipelines Supporting research grant applications, including costings and compliance with funder terms Assisting with debt collection and resolving financial queries promptly Identifying and implementing process improvements Line managing 2–3 staff members and deputising for the Finance Manager when required The successful candidate will be an experienced finance professional who is confident operating in a busy, deadline-driven environment and comfortable working with complex funding streams. Essential requirements: Degree-level qualification or AAT Level 4 (or equivalent experience) Proven experience in an accounts or finance environment Strong Excel and general IT skills Experience working to tight deadlines and managing competing priorities Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage non-finance colleagues Desirable experience: Line management experience Background in the public sector, higher education, or non-profit organisations Experience with research grant administration, including pre- and post-award support Familiarity with large or complex finance systems What's on Offer Competitive salary and generous pension Hybrid working model 33 days + Bank Holidays (Pro-rata) Supportive, inclusive working culture Opportunity to work in a highly respected research environment This role would suit someone looking to deepen their experience in research finance while taking on leadership responsibility within a collaborative team. For more information, please contact Kul Mahal on 07885 688293 or email . Closing date for applications is Sunday 22nd February with interviews taking place shortly after. INDFIN TPBN1_UKTJ

NMS Recruit are seeking an Senior Consultant with a strong background in the construction industry with solid financial/commercial experience. The role would be suitable for quantity surveyors or finance/accounting professionals within the construction industry who are looking to step into a new challenge working with a growing and personable financial software business. Job Purpose To help UK construction businesses deliver projects more smoothly and predictably-and help the team to grow while doing it. You will lead technology change that improves finance and support the digital transformation of construction, partnering with commercial, site and finance teams. As a team lead you will set the tone for delivery excellence: coaching junior consultants, shaping ways of working, and building a supportive, high-trust environment. Training provided on Sage Intacct Construction (no prior Intacct experience required). Responsibilities Change Leadership & Stakeholder Management Lead stakeholders through change-mapping current vs future processes, building buy-in, and guiding teams through adoption. Facilitate clear decision-making across commercial, finance, operations and site leadership. Plan communications and training tailored to different audiences (project accountants, QSs, site managers, finance teams). Project & Delivery Management Own end-to-end delivery: scoping, solution design, configuration, testing, training, go-live and hypercare. Run effective project rhythms (kick-offs, show-and-tells, risk reviews), manage RAID logs, and keep delivery on time and on budget. Build practical dashboards and reporting that support confident, day-to-day decision-making. Customer Success & Advisory Act as a trusted advisor on project accounting, subcontractor management, procurement, valuations and contract administration. Translate real-world construction needs into robust system designs and simple, usable workflows. Measure outcomes (adoption, cycle times, reporting accuracy) and iterate to deliver lasting results. Technical Oversight (no prior Intacct required) Guide configuration across core areas (projects/job costing, contracts, purchasing, AP/AR, time & expenses, cash management). Oversee data migration (job histories, subcontractors, suppliers, valuations, retentions, contracts) with a focus on integrity and reconciliation. Coordinate integrations with common UK construction tools (e.g., Procore, Autodesk/Build, Eque2, COINS-adjacent, field time-tracking, AP automation). Be hands-on when needed-carry out configuration and data migration tasks to unblock the team and keep delivery moving. Training provided on Sage Intacct Construction and support certification once onboard. People Leadership, Practice & Community Direct line management for junior consultants (typically 1-3): run regular 1:1s, set objectives, coach on delivery, complete performance reviews, and support wellbeing. Mentor across the wider team and contribute to playbooks, templates and training. Conduct value-led demos and discovery; shape statements of work and estimates; contribute to presales and marketing content. Present at customer forums and collaborate with partners. Essential Experience Knowledge of UK construction accounting and commercial processes (CIS, valuations, applications for payment, retentions, variations, WIP, subcontractor management). Strong change management skills: stakeholder engagement, communications planning, training and adoption. Confident project management: scoped delivery, budgeting, RAID, and clear status reporting across multiple projects. Ability to turn operational needs into clear, usable system designs and reports. Excellent communication, facilitation and documentation skills; comfortable with executives and site teams alike. Collaborative mindset with a passion for customer success and measurable outcomes. Nice to have Experience line-managing junior consultants or coaching/mentoring with readiness to hold direct reports. Proven experience implementing construction-related software (ERP/finance, project controls, cost management, or field/project management). Experience with integrations between finance/ERP and field/project tools. Exposure to UK GAAP, HMRC reporting and MTD. Prior work with Sage Intacct Construction Benefit Up to £60,000 DOE Remote working with occasional client site visits 23 days annual leave (increasing with service). Early finish twice a month. Birthday and personal day off. Pension, healthcare cash plan, EAP, life insurance, flu jabs. Paid volunteering time and company events. 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