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Finance Manager – Office based This Finance Manager position offers the chance to take full ownership of the company’s financial operations and shape long-term financial strategy. It’s a high level, hands-on, office based role for a qualified finance professional with strong manufacturing or construction experience, confident in balancing day-to-day control with strategic insight and a senior management mindset, able to demonstrate where you have made solid financial recommendations to grow a business. As Finance Manager, you’ll be central to driving sustainable growth, strengthening financial processes, and acting as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, your approach being confident and capable. Key Responsibilities of the Finance Manager: Project & Construction Finance: Working closely with project managers, estimators, and commercial teams to oversee: • Project profitability tracking and cost-to-cost forecasting, • Project valuations and applications for payment, • Tendering and bidding with accurate cost analysis Fully responsible for: • Retentions management and recovery, • Contractual payment mechanisms (including MCD and similar frameworks) Strategic Finance • Evaluate investments, capital expenditure, and asset management, • Advise on borrowing, financing options, and lender relationships, • Support growth initiatives with robust financial modelling Financial Operations • Lead bookkeeping, ledgers, and monthly/annual reporting, • Manage cashflow forecasting, working capital, and liquidity, • Develop and control budgets across departments and projects, • Oversee procurement and purchasing to reduce material and overhead costs, • Produce management accounts, cost reports, and financial KPIs What You Bring as Finance Manager Experience & Capability • Proven experience as a Finance Manager or senior finance lead, • Strong background in manufacturing or contracting finance, • Deep knowledge of bookkeeping, cashflow, and budget management, • Solid understanding of construction finance: valuations, bidding, retentions, payment cycles, • Experience advising on investments, borrowing, and financial strategy, • High levels of accuracy, integrity, and commercial awareness Desirable • Professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent), • Experience in specialist construction or craft-led sectors, • Strong financial modelling and forecasting skills, • Understanding of M&A activity, • Experience implementing share ownership schemes Ways of Working • Skilled at improving efficiency through strong processes, controls, and governance, • Confident ensuring compliance with accounting standards, tax, and regulatory requirements, • Experience integrating financial systems with operational platforms (e.g., Simpro, Procore), • Comfortable liaising with external accountants, auditors, banks, and advisors Personal Attributes • Strategic thinker with a practical, hands-on approach, • Clear, confident communicator able to advise at director level, • Organised, proactive, and commercially minded, • Values-driven, committed to quality and long-term legacy Due to the nature of the role, it is office based, therefore you will need to live within a daily commutable distance, using your own transport. Only those who fulfill the specified criteria will be considered. If you have not received a response within 3 working days, then you have not been successful on this occasion. Gibson Search acting as an Employment Agency.

Our client is a growing group of companies seeking to hire a Group Financial Controller. This role is brand new and will be a strong No 2 to the Group Finance Director. The role will suit a progressive ACA/ACCA or CIMA qualified wanting to join a fast paced organisation and make a real difference adding value to the finance function and wider business. Responsibilities: • Supervise finance team of 4 and guide process improvements in reporting and workflows., • Prepare monthly management accounts across four entities, including consolidated reporting., • Manage month-end close processes including journals, accruals, reconciliations, and variance analysis., • Support with implementation and development of a new ERP system., • Oversee group cashflow forecasting, treasury management, and working capital., • Manage accounts payable, receivable, and transactional finance processes., • Coordinate year-end audit processes and manage relationships with external auditors., • Develop, enforce, and refine internal financial controls and accounting policies., • Communicate financial insights to non-finance stakeholders, supporting business units with clarity and transparency. A salary of £70,000-£75,000 is on offer plus bonus and benefits.

Head of Finance Abingdon, Oxfordshire£% bonus and hybrid working Lead Finance Operations in a Growing Organisation We are seeking an experienced and commercially minded Head of Finance to join a dynamic Group Finance team based in Abingdon. Reporting directly to the Group Finance Director, this is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing all finance operations activities, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Treasury, VAT, cashflow management and financial controls. This position offers the opportunity to lead a high-performing finance operations team, drive process improvements, support strategic business initiatives and ensure the integrity, accuracy and efficiency of financial processes across a diverse and growing organisation. The Role As Head of Finance, you will provide leadership across the transactional finance function while partnering with stakeholders across the business to enhance financial controls, improve operational performance and support continued growth. Key Responsibilities • Lead, mentor and develop the finance operations team, fostering a culture of high performance and continuous improvement., • Oversee Accounts Payable, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices, payments and liability reporting., • Manage Accounts Receivable activities, ensuring effective billing, collections and cash generation., • Develop and enhance cashflow forecasting and reporting processes., • Manage banking relationships and optimise treasury operations., • Maintain robust financial controls across AP, AR, Treasury, General Ledger and VAT processes., • Oversee intercompany accounting policies and reconciliations., • Implement and monitor key performance indicators across finance operations., • Support statutory audits and ensure compliance with accounting standards and tax regulations., • Collaborate with operational, commercial and senior leadership teams to streamline processes and drive business improvements. About You We are looking for a finance professional who combines strong technical expertise with exceptional leadership and stakeholder management skills. Essential Requirements • Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) or qualified by experience., • 5–10 years' experience in a senior finance leadership role., • Strong knowledge of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Treasury, General Ledger accounting and tax compliance., • Proven experience managing and developing finance teams., • Strong understanding of month-end close processes, balance sheet reconciliations and financial analysis., • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines., • Strong communication skills with the ability to present financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders., • Comfortable working within a fast-paced and evolving environment. Desirable, • Experience within a complex multi-site or multi-entity environment., • Experience using Microsoft Navision ERP systems. What's on Offer?, • A key leadership position within a growing organisation., • The opportunity to influence business-wide initiatives and process improvements., • Significant exposure to senior stakeholders and strategic decision-making., • A collaborative and supportive working environment., • The chance to lead and develop a talented finance operations team.

Reed Finance are recruiting for a Head of Transactional Finance to join a growing, private equity-backed organisation at a key stage of its journey. This role has been created as part of a wider finance team restructure, offering the chance to step into a high-impact leadership position overseeing all transactional finance operations, while partnering closely with senior leadership. Reporting into the Group Finance Director, you will take ownership of transactional finance, treasury operations, and key financial controls, ensuring robust processes and continuous improvement across the function. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a newly created leadership role where you can genuinely shape how transactional finance operates within the business. You’ll have the autonomy to improve processes, develop your team, and play a key role in supporting future growth. Key Responsibilities: • Lead and develop the transactional finance teams, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and treasury support, • Oversee end-to-end procure-to-pay and order-to-cash processes, • Manage cash flow forecasting and treasury activities, including banking relationships and facilities, • Take responsibility for VAT, expenses, and corporate card processes, • Act as a key authorised signatory for payment runs and financial controls, • Provide technical oversight on balance sheet integrity, supporting the Management Accountants team, • Drive process improvements across transactional finance, • Ensure strong governance, controls, and timely month-end processes Essential Experience: • Fully-qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) or strong QBE, • Proven experience managing large transactional finance teams, • Strong background in operational finance and process improvement, • Experience working within international or multi-entity organisations, • Solid understanding of controls, balance sheets, and cash management, • Ideally experience within a private equity-backed business As a person you will be an approachable, personable, and visible leader; resilient and adaptable, with a solutions-focused mindset; and a strong communicator who builds trust across the business. Salary offered is up to £80k plus bonus and good benefits. This business also offers a flexible, open, and accommodating working environment with a positive, supporting, and inclusive culture. Hybrid working is offered with the expectation of min. 2 days in the Abingdon office. Apply today if this sounds like you!

An International, not-for-profit organisation in South Oxfordshire seeks a Finance Director. Your new company Our client is an international, inter-governmental, not-for-profit organisation based in South Oxfordshire. Your new role Reporting to the CFO, the Finance Director is a senior leadership role with responsibility for delivering world-class financial services and contributing to strategic financial insight across the organisation. The role is accountable for the end-to-end delivery of global financial services, ensuring the effective, efficient, and compliant operation of all core finance processes across the organisation. You will have oversight of the full financial services model, encompassing Purchase to Pay (P2P), Order to Cash (O2C), Record to Report (R2R), Treasury, Tax and Internal and External audit. This includes responsibility for the integrity and timeliness of monthly financial reporting, the production of annual financial statements, and the successful management of external audit processes, alongside effective internal audit support. Operating in a complex, multinational environment, you will lead a high-performing, globally distributed team, fostering a collaborative and inclusive culture that delivers consistent and high-quality financial services across all regions. The role ensures that finance processes are standardised, scalable, and continuously improved to meet organisational needs while maintaining strong internal controls and regulatory compliance. In addition to leading core finance services, the FD plays an important role in business partnering and providing strategic financial support, enabling informed decision-making, driving financial performance, and supporting the achievement of organisational objectives. What you'll need to succeed The successful candidate will be a qualified accountant with experience leading and managing large, multicultural and geographically dispersed finance teams and a proficiency in financial software and systems, including advanced Excel skills; experience with ERP systems. You will have worked in a global or matrix multinational organisation, have strong relationship building skills, strategic thinking, problem-solving, decision-making skills and attention to detail. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels are imperative. What you'll get in return A benefits package is on offer that is designed to make lives easier, improve work-life balance, save money and safeguard well-being. 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. #4798521

Ridgeway Education Trust is looking for a Chief Financial Officer. The role will be based at Didcot Girl's School, we offer hybrid working. About Our Client Ridgeway Education Trust is at an exciting stage of development. We are a Trust of eight schools based in and around Didcot, comprising a mix of Church of England and non-faith schools, including two secondary and six primary schools. We value the diversity of our schools alongside the strength that comes from our close geographical proximity. With an ambitious vision for the future, we plan to continue growing the Trust in the coming years. Our mission is to create excellence through high quality education for three to nineteen year olds, with strong collaboration at our heart. We believe school improvement is most effective when best practice is shared through deep professional collaboration, underpinned by trust, support and challenge. We value our people and take seriously our responsibility for staff wellbeing. Our values of ambition, integrity and leading for legacy guide our decision-making and ensure children and young people remain at the centre of all we do. We are seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer to join our established Executive Team and play a key role in shaping and delivering the Trust's next strategic plan and longer-term future. Job Description Provide strategic leadership for the Trust's financial management, ensuring long-term sustainability, value for money and alignment with our educational priorities. Lead on budgeting, forecasting, management accounts and statutory reporting, presenting clear and timely financial information to our Executive, Board and the committees. Oversee the Trust-wide financial systems, controls, procurement and compliance with the Academy Trust Handbook and other regulatory frameworks. Provide strategic oversight of Human Resources and payroll, including workforce planning, affordability modelling and employment compliance. Lead risk management, audit, insurance and assurance processes, advising the CEO and Trustees on financial and operational risk. The Successful Applicant Senior financial leadership experience, ideally as a CFO, Finance Director or Deputy in a complex, multi-site not for profit or public sector organisation. Strong track record of strategic financial planning, budget management and statutory reporting within a regulated environment. Experience of leading and developing professional finance and/or HR teams, with the credibility to operate at Board and Executive level. Strong understanding of governance, risk management and value-for-money principles; academies or education sector experience desirable but not essential. What's on Offer Competitive salary ranging from £90,000 to £95,000 per annum. Additional benefits including annual leave and LGPS pension. Opportunity to influence the financial direction of a meaningful organisation. This is an opportunity to join the Trust at an important point in its journey. The role carries real purpose, with the chance to contribute positively to the education and experiences of children and young people across Didcot and the surrounding area. Ridgeway Education Trust is committed to safeguarding, equality and promoting the welfare of children and expects staff working in all its schools to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to satisfactory enhanced DBS, references and pre-employment safeguarding checks. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining a post. All cases are considered confidentially and according to the nature of the role and information disclosed. Please be aware that you will be required to bring proof of right to work in the UK and photographic ID, as applicable, to interview and online searches may be made for shortlisted candidates, as part of due diligence checks. TPBN1_UKTJ

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Sales Director to join our sales team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of closing transformational, complex deals in the space where GlobalLogic operates, for the Financial Services and Insurance industry vertical. The role will be task

Financial Services and Insurance (FSI) is one of our four verticals experiencing significant growth across Capital Markets, Commodities Trading, Banking and Insurance. As we continue to scale, we're expanding the team in the UK, bringing top talent on board at Principal, Director and Vice-President

Optimizely is seeking a Director of Customer Analytics to lead financial performance analytics and drive strategic decisions. This vital role reports directly to the VP, FP&A, and requires a strong background in B2B SaaS analytics and financial modeling. The ideal candidate will manage a team, own c

Huxley Banking & Financial Services is seeking an experienced Director-level Quantitative Analyst to join its Equity Derivatives business, focusing on exotic products.

Checkout Payments Group Limited is seeking a Senior Director for Financial Crime Controls to lead global financial crime teams and manage FCC operations. Candidates should have expertise in financial crime systems, regulatory relations, and project management.

International Private Bank, Executive Director, Private Banker, Financial Institutions Group. Experience working with ultra high net worth individuals that are (or have been) Financial Institutions and Financial Executives. Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) is a plus.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Director of Regulatory Policy/Insight within the financial services sector, we encourage you to apply. Director Regulatory Policy/Insight for a global advisory business. I am recruiting for a Director Regulatory Policy/Insight for a global a

We are partnering with a leading FTSE 250 organisation to appoint a Director of Financial Reporting into their high-performing Group Finance team. This is a senior leadership role with global exposure, offering direct interaction with executive leadership and responsibility for delivering best-in-cl

This role focuses on advancing tax technology solutions in the financial services sector. A leading professional services firm is looking for a Tax Transformation and Technology Director in Greater London.

As a Tax Transformation and Technology Director with a financial services focus at PwC, you will play a critical role in leading the advancement and innovation of tax technology solutions to meet the complex needs of our clients in the financial services sector. This role requires strategic vision,

Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, Inc. Director to guide their Global Transaction Banking Department's EMEA payments strategy and execution.

The Group is creating a new role for an FS lead and is seeking a well-networked, experienced senior leader with a proven track record of building business and advising international clients across the financial services sector.

The Director of Financial Confidence is accountable for setting and delivering Barclays’ enterprise strategy to improve customers’ financial confidence, ensuring meaningful, measurable customer outcomes while supporting long term business value, trust, and societal impact. The role provides stra

We are seeking an experienced and commercially astute Director to join our Financial Services (FS) Tax practice, specialising in Asset & Wealth Management (AWM). This Director role sits at the heart of that opportunity. The Director will support succession planning, improve retention, and foster a h

I am looking for a Director of FP&A to join a PE-backed Financial Services Business. Experience working within the financial services sector is required. They are searching for a FP&A Director who is able to support post-deal professionalisation and transforming the FP&A function into a best-in-clas

Global Key Account Director | Financial Services | Strategic Accounts. They're looking for a Global Key Account Director to lead and grow their most significant Financial Services client relationships. You’ll take ownership of a portfolio of strategic Financial Services accounts, acting as the sen

North Highland in Greater London is hiring a Director for their Financial Services team. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in management consulting and deep expertise in financial services. The position includes a comprehensive benefits package, supporting well-being and financial

Reporting to the CEO, you will oversee all financial and operational functions, provide strategic guidance to the Board, and help drive sustainable growth. Financial Operations & Governance. Oversee all financial operations, controls, compliance and statutory reporting.

This Account Director / Associate Director will work across a broad range of clients within the financial services space including:. Leading global strategic communications consultancy - headquartered in London with global offices - hiring from Account Director to Ass. Dir level within their growing

SMBC has built a large business with Financial sponsor clients, with global relationships with all top tier Financial sponsors and considerable balance sheet exposure. A Senior member of Financial Sponsor Coverage Team in EMEA, with responsibility for dedicated coverage of select Financial Sponsor c

You will partner with our senior Directors on top tier cluster clients and be in the lead on other large clients, and you will have a focus on the Financial Services Industry. In this role of ECBA director, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining business with focus on the Financial S

BARCLAYS is seeking a Director of Financial Confidence who is responsible for defining and delivering strategies aimed at improving customer financial confidence.

Director, Global Financial Crimes Compliance Advisory and Export Control. Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs. The Director,

The Stafford London is seeking an experienced Finance Director to oversee financial management and strategic planning in the heart of London. This critical role involves developing financial strategies, managing resources, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

As the Liquidity Methodology and Analytics Executive Director, you will partner with the business, risk, and technology teams to provide subject matter expertise on liquidity risk, market dynamics, and regulatory developments to help ensure liquidity frameworks are aligned with regulatory requiremen

Strong expertise in financial reporting (particularly Cash and Balance sheet) and compliance to all applicable UK and international standards (accounting / IFRS, internal control requirements & UK law)Proven track record in financial control, governance, audit, and risk management frameworks (prefer

A leading consulting firm in London is seeking a Director to lead remediation initiatives within the financial services sector. Candidates should have over 12 years of experience in financial services, strong leadership skills, and a solid understanding of financial regulations.

Join our Cyber Risk Advisory team as a Director specialising in Financial Services, supporting some of the UK’s largest and most complex insurers, brokers, and banking organisations. You will also help expand our market presence by supporting business development and shaping our Financial Services

Lloyd's is seeking a Director of Financial Control and Reporting in London to lead Central Finance in shaping the future of the insurance marketplace. This role involves overseeing financial control, delivery of external reporting, and management of critical finance operations.

Ambition is seeking a dynamic Director of Business Development for a Senior role in London. This position involves driving growth and building strategic partnerships within the Financial Services sector.

At LSEG, Financial Services is central to our purpose, so we are always looking to connect with Finance professionals, especially those with an impressive track record in Financial Control. Partnering with leaders across divisions to provide clear financial insights. Reviewing the financial impact o

Interpret and advise stakeholders (including non‑UK based clients) on the UK regulatory perimeter in the financial services sector, including the UK Financial Conduct Authority, FSMA and financial crime regulation such as POCA and MLR. The Financial Services team at FTI Consulting supports financi

A leading global consulting firm in London is seeking an experienced Integration and Carve-Out Engagement Lead / Engagement Director. Candidates should have 7+ years of experience in financial services, strong analytical skills, and the ability to design operating models.

Proven track record at Director or Senior Director level (or equivalent). Be a senior member of the Financial Services leadership team. Strong experience across reputation, corporate positioning and financial communications.

A leading financial institution is seeking a Coverage Executive Director to oversee Financial Sponsor clients in EMEA.

As a Tax Transformation and Technology Director with a financial services focus at PwC, you will play a critical role in leading the advancement and innovation of tax technology solutions to meet the complex needs of our clients in the financial services sector. This role requires strategic vision,

Gridlines is looking for an experienced Director passionate about financial modelling to lead and inspire a team. Responsibilities include leading team development, providing strategic insights, and enhancing financial modelling methodologies. Candidates should possess over 10 years of experience in

Financial Director | London | PE Backed Hospitality | £90,000 to £110,000 + Bonus & Package. Proven experience operating as a hands‑on Financial Director within an SME or PE‑backed environment. You will have total responsibility for all financial matters.

Interim Financial Director UK - Part time will oversee all financial operations within the organisation, ensuring compliance and efficiency in line with the company's strategic goals. Oversee financial planning, reporting, and analysis for the UK operations. Support strategic decision-making with fi

Business Development Director – Banking, Financial Services & Insurance (BFSI UK). In this role, you will play a pivotal part in expanding EPAM's presence in the UK Banking, Financial Services & Insurance sector by turning your established industry relationships into meaningful partnerships and g

A leading financial services organization is seeking an experienced IT Director in the South West to provide strategic technology leadership.