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Home Visits Optometry Partner – Norwich 1 A Career Move With Purpose, Flexibility and Real Ownership. If you’re looking to take the next step in your career — one that gives you greater purpose, genuine autonomy, and the chance to build something of your own — this could be the perfect opportunity. Specsavers Home Visits Norwich is offering a rare opening to become a Joint Venture Partner in a growing, impactful and community-focused business. It’s your chance to invest in your future, build financial security, and make a meaningful difference to patients who need you most — all with the backing of a trusted global brand and a strong, supportive local team. You won’t be doing it alone. You’ll be joining two experienced partners, alongside the wider Specsavers network, all committed to helping you succeed and shape the next chapter of this thriving Home Visits service. If you’re ready to lead with purpose and make a difference where it truly matters, this is the opportunity that could transform your career — and your future. What’s on offer? • 33% optics shares available, • Established business running for 8 years, • Double optom Partnership, • Autonomy to control your own clinics, • Access to the best clinical technology, • Ongoing support from Specsavers’ global network, • Outstanding opportunities for clinical and personal development, • Great basic salary plus share in business dividends, • Build an investment for your future, • Flexibility - a great work / life balance. Typically, Mon-Friday and no late nights, • Monday to Friday working week, • Company car or car allowance, • Make a meaningful impact in your local community This is a fantastic opportunity to enjoy life on the wonderful east coast of England while doing a job you love. Domiciliary care is more than just a job—it’s a chance to make a real difference. You’ll bring vital clinical care to those who need it most, brighten someone’s day, and quite literally change lives for the better. What We’re Looking For We’re searching for someone who’s ready to shape the future of Specsavers Home Visits — a partner who leads with heart, ambition and purpose. To thrive in this role, you’ll be: • A values-driven leader who genuinely champions people, growth and professional excellence, • Driven and dedicated, with the momentum to move a business forward and keep standards high, • A confident communicator who collaborates naturally and brings teams together, • Commercially sharp and customer-focused, balancing great care with great decision-making Find out more Contact Christina Cole-Cheyne via mobile or email #LI-CC1

Financial Controller – High-Growth Industrial & Infrastructure ProjectsLocation: On-site, 5 days per weekReporting to: CFO About the Business A private equity–backed, fast-growing organisation that develops, builds and operates complex industrial assets and infrastructure projects across the UK. With long-term contracted revenues and institutional investment, the business is scaling rapidly and requires a strong finance leader to support increasing operational and reporting demands. The Role The Financial Controller will oversee all day-to-day finance operations, lead month-end and statutory reporting, enhance financial processes, and support system improvements. Working closely with the CFO and operational teams, the role is central to building a scalable finance function that supports continued growth. This is an office-based position (5 days/week) to ensure strong collaboration across the business. Key Responsibilities Financial Control & Reporting • Lead month-end close and produce accurate management accounts., • Prepare monthly reporting packs with variance analysis and commentary., • Maintain balance sheet control, including fixed assets and capex., • Oversee budgeting, forecasting and cash flow reporting., • Develop and optimise the financial accounting system., • Identify and implement reporting, forecasting or expense tools., • Automate recurring reporting and reconciliation processes., • Partner with operations and project teams to track build costs and capex., • Strengthen cost control and financial processes., • Own transactional accounting quality and accuracy., • Build scalable processes and document internal controls. Essential • Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA)., • Experience as a Financial Controller., • Background in statutory filings across multiple entities (10+ entities, multi-level consolidation)., • Proven systems and process improvement experience., • Comfortable in a fast-paced, high-growth environment., • Experience in asset-heavy, project-led or infrastructure-style businesses., • Exposure to finance systems integration or KPI reporting tools., • High-impact role within a rapidly scaling organisation., • Opportunity to shape a finance function during significant growth., • Strong visibility across senior leadership., • Stable, investment-backed sector with long-term opportunities., • Competitive salary and clear development prospects.

We are delighted to be representing a high growth Manufacturing business, based in Peterborough in their search for a Senior Finance Manager. We are seeking a qualified commercially and operationally focussed accountant to take ownership of the internal reporting, FP&A and operational finance functions. The position will play a central role across management reporting, commercial business partnering, and operational finance, supporting strategic decision-making and financial performance across the business. The successful candidate will combine strong technical expertise, taking ownership of the month-end close and balance sheet with the commercial insight required to partner effectively with the Executive Leadership Team, CFO and CEO. They will also bring the leadership capability to develop the finance team and drive accountability. This is a high-visibility, influential position within a fast-paced, AIM-listed FMCG business.The business is a fast-moving, team-first business where the best idea wins regardless of where it comes from. Hierarchy doesn't slow them down - collaboration does the heavy lifting. People here take full ownership of their work, from the spark of an idea all the way through to results on shelf and numbers on a page. There's no passing the baton and walking away; you see it through, you learn from it, and you make it better next time. They move quickly and adapt. If a problem needs solving, they solve it we don't wait for the perfect conditions or the perfect brief. That agility isn't just a working style, it's genuinely how we're structured: flexible in how and where we work, lean enough to make decisions fast, and trusting enough to give talented people real responsibility from day one. This is a place where curious, driven, solutions-focused people do some of their best work because they're given the space, the autonomy, and the team around them to make it happen. If you're energised by pace, motivated by ownership, and want to feel the direct impact of your work on a brand you're proud of, you'll fit right in.Strategic Financial Management and Reporting: • Full ownership of the month-end close process, including management accounts, journals, overhead analysis, P&L and balance sheet preparation, and variance analysis, • Responsibility for group consolidation and delivery of timely, accurate management reporting to the CFO and Executive Leadership Team, • Drive automation and system improvement across the finance function, including ERP optimisation, • Ensure all statutory and regulatory compliance obligations are met, working alongside the Financial Reporting Manager ·, • Lead the annual budget process and rolling reforecast cycle, partnering with budget holders to challenge assumptions and drive rigour, • Deliver regular financial forecasts, updating assumptions to reflect trading performance and market conditions, • Provide meaningful variance analysis against budget, forecast and prior year, translating numbers into clear business narrative, • Lead financial appraisal of capital investment proposals, including ROI analysis and post-investment review, • Commercial and Operational Business Partnering: - Act as the senior finance presence within Manufacturing Operations, driving financial accountability and performance improvement, • Own standard costing, PPV and labour variance analysis - providing robust insight to support margin management and pricing decisions, • Partner with the CEO and ELT to provide financial analysis that supports strategic decision-making, • Conduct financial appraisals of ad hoc commercial initiatives, new product development, and cost-saving programmes, • Direct line management of the management accounts team (currently three headcount: Management Accountant, Junior Management Accountant, Overheads Controller), coaching, stretching and retaining finance talent Represent finance credibly at senior level, including in board and investor-facing contexts where require To Apply for this role you will need to be Fully qualified accountant - ACA, ACCA or CIMA - is non-negotiable - Minimum 5 years post-qualification experience, with at least 3 years in a Financial Controller or equivalent roleProven track record in a product-led, manufacturing or FMCG business is strongly preferred; exposure to standard costing and manufacturing variances is a significant advantageDemonstrable experience owning an end-to-end finance functionDeep technical accounting capability across financial reporting, balance sheet management and internal controlsAdvanced Excel and strong ERP proficiency (experience with manufacturing-oriented systems preferred)Ability to build, interrogate and present financial models clearly and confidentlyA natural business partner - able to engage and influence non-finance stakeholders, including the CEO and operational directors Strong leadership presence: able to hold a team accountable while investing genuinely in their development Commercially curious, with the instinct to connect financial data to operational reality Clear communicator who can translate complexity into insight for senior and board-level audiences Comfortable operating with pace and managing competing priorities in a lean, entrepreneurial environment

At Weetabix, we believe that diverse teams drive better ideas, stronger decisions, and a more inclusive workplace for everyone . We’re committed to building an organisation where people from all walks of life feel they belong—where different voices, experiences, and backgrounds are valued and respected. Closing date: Sunday 8th March Interview process: Working pattern: On-Site including Weetabix Wednesday, where everyone comes into the office for great collaboration and meetings - it’s a must! We’re happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process—just let us know how we can support you. The purpose of this position is to guide, manage, and enhance the factory operations across various balanced sectors. Providestrong leadership throughout the production process, from the receipt of materials to the delivery of finished goods for the designated factory. Ensure that the safety, quality, productivity, cost, delivery, and employee morale associated with the key performance indicators are met and continuously improved. • Ensure compliance with legal, health and safety, and environmental policies, • Implement Manufacturing strategy to enhance performance and practices, • Accountable for factory KPI delivery across the balanced scorecard, • Make strategic commercial decisions regarding demand vs labour, • Provide supervision and direction to teams to achieve targets and drive change, • Oversee factory engagement, vision setting, culture, and trade union relationships, • In depth knowledge of Manufacturing Operations, • FMCG manufacturing experience, • Knowledge of HSE and food safety and quality requirements, • Commercial awareness, • Brilliant at building strong cross functional relationships, • Proven track record of Continuous Improvement within a previous role, • Influence and persuasion, • Appropriate and effective challenge, • Business/financial acumen, • Excellent planning and organisation skills We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, career, and life outside work. • Annual bonus 10%, • Double-matched pension scheme (up to 12% from us), • 25 days annual leave increasing with service, • Annual Salary review, • Healthcare plan, • Continued investment in your personal development, • We believe in balance, whether it's for family, rest or simply time for you. As well as your holiday entitlement, you can purchase up to 5 days of additional annual leave, • Access to 24/7 counselling service (via Grocery Aid partnership), • The freedom of Flexible Work Opportunities, • Enhanced Maternity / Paternity / Adoption Leave, • Additional Time Off for Fertility Treatment and Neonatal Care, • Working Parents Support Group Please note: We benchmark roles based on your skills and experience, so we do not advertise fixed salary ranges. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship for this position; therefore, we are seeking candidates who do not require sponsorship. We utilise our Preferred Agency Supplier Partners as and when we require additional support #HaveYouHadYourWeetabix Benefits Check out our website for more information: • Annual bonus, • Double matched ER contributed pension scheme, • Annual Salary review #HaveYouHadYourWeetabix

Group Finance Manager, £1bil t/o FMCG, Peterborough, £60-65k + 10% Bonus Are you a recently qualified ACA looking for their first move into industry? This could be the perfect next step! We are partnering with a market-leading international FMCG group operating across 50+ countries. The business is a major supplier into UK and European retail markets and continues to scale year-on-year, supported by significant operational infrastructure and investment in systems. With a large UK footprint and a multi-entity structure, the organisation combines entrepreneurial growth with global backing, creating an environment where finance plays a genuinely strategic role. This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-performing Group function within a complex, international environment. This is a broad Group Finance Manager role sitting at the heart of UK reporting and governance. You will act as a key interface between the UK entities and the international Group team, owning reporting, controls and driving system and process improvements. Group Reporting & Business Partnering • Lead weekly and monthly UK performance reporting packs for senior stakeholders, • Own month-end and year-end close across multiple entities, • Partner with department heads on shared cost management, • Prepare and manage weekly UK cash flow forecasting, • Coordinate the annual budget process across UK entities, • Oversee balance sheet integrity and reconciliations, • Review and strengthen internal controls frameworks, • Manage year-end audit process and auditor liaison, • Prepare statutory accounts and subsidiary reporting packs, • Oversee Corporation Tax and VAT compliance, • Liaise with HMRC and external advisers, • Support ongoing ERP enhancement (Microsoft Dynamics 365 environment), • ACA Qualified from top 10 Practice, • Strong technical accounting knowledge, • Proven experience managing balance sheet controls, • Excellent stakeholder management skills, • Confident with ERP systems and advanced Excel JBRP1_UKTJ

A PE-backed engineering group with long-term investment and ambitious scale-up plans is seeking a Financial Controller to build and lead a robust, high-quality financial control and operational finance function. As Financial Controller, you will:. Lead the year-end audit process and preparation of s

A leading media company in the UK is looking for a Junior Finance Manager for Capex & Technology.The role involves overseeing the capital expenditure process, ensuring financial accuracy, and working closely with stakeholders to assess investment returns.Candidates should hold an ACA, ACCA, or CIMA

Group Finance Manager, £1bil t/o FMCG, Peterborough, £60-65k + 10% Bonus Are you a recently qualified ACA looking for their first move into industry? This could be the perfect next step! We are partnering with a market-leading international FMCG group operating across 50+ countries. The business is a major supplier into UK and European retail markets and continues to scale year-on-year, supported by significant operational infrastructure and investment in systems. With a large UK footprint and a multi-entity structure, the organisation combines entrepreneurial growth with global backing, creating an environment where finance plays a genuinely strategic role. This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-performing Group function within a complex, international environment. This is a broad Group Finance Manager role sitting at the heart of UK reporting and governance. You will act as a key interface between the UK entities and the international Group team, owning reporting, controls and driving system and process improvements. Group Reporting & Business Partnering Lead weekly and monthly UK performance reporting packs for senior stakeholders Own month-end and year-end close across multiple entities Partner with department heads on shared cost management Act as the central point of contact for Group reporting queries Budgeting & Forecasting Prepare and manage weekly UK cash flow forecasting Coordinate the annual budget process across UK entities Own forecasts and group recharge allocations Financial Controls & Governance Oversee balance sheet integrity and reconciliations Review and strengthen internal controls frameworks Identify control gaps and implement best-practice solutions Audit & Statutory Reporting Manage year-end audit process and auditor liaison Prepare statutory accounts and subsidiary reporting packs Improve audit readiness and reduce control findings Tax & Compliance Oversee Corporation Tax and VAT compliance Liaise with HMRC and external advisers Support R&D tax credit and capital allowance analysis Systems & Transformation Support ongoing ERP enhancement (Microsoft Dynamics 365 environment) Drive enhancements in reporting automation (Power BI / ERP reporting tools) Essentials: ACA Qualified from top 10 Practice Strong technical accounting knowledge Proven experience managing balance sheet controls Excellent stakeholder management skills Confident with ERP systems and advanced Excel TPBN1_UKTJ

Plant Operations and UK Logistics Finance Business Partner Scope of the Role: The Peterborough Operations and UK Logistics Business Partner will be responsible for providing financial leadership and strategic partnership across McCormick’s UK Manufacturing facility in Peterborough and UK Logistics operations. This includes oversight and execution of financial analysis and accounting for Manufacturing, Engineering, Planning, and Manufacturing CCI, as well as UK Outbound Freight and Distribution Centres encompassing Logistics, Planning, and Logistics CCI. The role also drives insights and reduction initiatives for Yield and SLOB, partnering closely with the Peterborough Plant Director and the UK Logistics Director to deliver financial analysis, strategic guidance, and performance improvement across the Supply Chain organization. This position plays a critical role in influencing operational decisions, identifying opportunities, setting strategies, and ensuring optimal resource allocation. Main Responsibilities: * Strategic Business Partnership – Partner with the Peterborough Plant Director and UK Logistics Director to define and implement strategy, driving “Make” cost levers to deliver high service levels at the lowest sustainable cost. Lead transformational projects and continuous improvement initiatives. Drive business development analysis and support Capex investment proposals. Partner with site leadership to deliver productivity and CCI targets, proactively promoting cost and headcount controls. * Financial Management and Performance Delivery – Hold full P&L accountability for “Make” and “Deliver” cost areas, supporting delivery of long-term plans, budgets, and forecasts. Partner with operational leaders to manage cost performance and achieve budget targets. Oversee LTP, budget, and forecast cycles, ensuring timely and accurate monthly accounting close and reporting. Present financial results and insights at monthly business review meetings. Evaluate cost performance, identify trends, and lead deep-dive analyses to address performance issues. Provide input and recommendations on trade-offs, budget transfers, and risk/opportunity management. Implement and maintain robust financial policies, systems, and processes. * Capital Project Oversight – Ensure sound business cases and financial models are developed for capital investments. Drive improvements in IRR for capital expenditure through regular post-implementation reviews. * Standardization and Continuous Improvement – Support harmonization and standardization initiatives aimed at reducing complexity, improving accuracy, and lowering cost. Promote a culture of continuous improvement and collaborate closely with Centres of Excellence to ensure adherence to agreed processes. * Compliance and Controls – Ensure effective SOX controls are maintained across operations. Work with Internal Audit and staff to enhance control efficiency, focusing on meaningful compliance measures with minimal resource consumption. * Team Development and Leadership – Advance team capabilities, career development, and service levels to the business. Foster a collaborative, high-performing work environment that strengthens communication and teamwork across functions. Candidate Profile: * Qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent) with a relevant degree. * Progressive experience in Supply Chain Finance within a manufacturing environment. * Strong knowledge of financial accounting standards and Supply Chain processes (e.g., S&OP). * Proven project management skills with experience leading cross-functional teams. * Deep understanding of business processes, systems, and internal controls. * Practical experience in ABC costing and cost accounting. * Demonstrated success in leading teams and driving change. * Strong relationship-building skills within a matrix organization. * Excellent communication and negotiation skills, both written and verbal. * High technical proficiency with Excel, TM1, and Business Warehouse. * SAP experience across financial modules highly desirable. Agencies: McCormick as needed will work with external recruitment vendors through our Agency Portal. Unless previously contacted, McCormick does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiting agencies. McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, colour, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies

Residential Conveyancer Peterborough - Up to £50,000 We are partnering with a forward-thinking and expanding law firm seeking to engage with: Individuals currently supporting conveyancing files, ready to progress into their first full Fee Earner role Candidates working towards or completing their CLC or CILEX qualifications Ambitious conveyancing professionals seeking mentorship and long-term career development within a supportive environment The firm also welcomes applications from experienced conveyancers looking for a new setting offering enhanced progression opportunities. About the Firm This is a growth-driven appointment, reflecting the firm's ongoing expansion. Significant investment in modern systems and infrastructure enables fee earners to concentrate on delivering outstanding client service, free from administrative burdens. The Role You will manage your own caseload of residential property matters from instruction through to post-completion, with supervision tailored to your experience. Your caseload will include: Freehold and leasehold sales and purchases Shared ownership transactions New build conveyancing Unregistered title matters Work allocation will be tailored to your experience: those new to fee earning will benefit from structured support and mentoring, while experienced conveyancers will enjoy autonomy and opportunities for professional growth. Person Specification Minimum of two years' experience in residential conveyancing, either supporting or fee earning Ideally working towards or completing CLC/CILEX qualifications (not essential for experienced candidates) Confident in managing and progressing files with meticulous attention to detail Calm under pressure and able to consistently meet deadlines Commercially aware and client-focused Excellent organisational and IT skills Collaborative team player with sound judgement and professionalism Why Consider This Opportunity? 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays Additional wellbeing days Birthday leave Financial support towards professional qualifications (CLC/SQE) Clear progression pathways, including potential partnership track Flexible working arrangements promoting work-life balance Robust administrative and technical support Pension scheme, mentoring, and wellbeing initiatives On-site parking facilities To apply, please send your CV to (url removed) or call Sam Oliver on (phone number removed). Clayton Legal specialises in recruitment for law firms and in-house legal departments across the UK. Based in the North West, we offer a refreshingly different recruitment experience, grounded in expertise and exceptional service. You will work with experienced professionals dedicated to supporting your career success. Visit our website at (url removed) for our latest blogs, legal news, and current vacancies