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HR Manager Permanent | Full Time (35 hours per week) Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm Manchester City Centre (Office-based) Salary: £40,000 – £45,000 per annum (depending on experience) + benefits The Role This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident, driven and talented HR professional to join an established legal services group and play a key role in developing and strengthening existing HR practices. This is a stand-alone HR role with a broad and varied remit. Applicants must be able to commute to the Manchester City Centre office, as this role is fully office-based with no hybrid working. You will be responsible for managing the HR function across three closely linked businesses within legal services, vehicle repair coordination and engineering reporting. The organisation currently employs approximately 85 staff in total. You will act as the first point of contact for all HR-related matters, working closely with Company Directors and Heads of Department. Key Responsibilities • Provide proactive, effective and legally compliant HR guidance to all staff and stakeholders, • Lead on all employee relations matters, including investigations, disciplinary and grievance processes, offering advice, support and note-taking during meetings, • Manage all HR administration to an exceptional standard, • Oversee end-to-end recruitment for all roles, working with hiring managers and external recruiters, • Create and deliver onboarding and induction programmes for new starters, • Monitor and manage absence levels, • Support managers with performance-related issues, • Implement training programmes, assess development needs and support employee growth, • Create, maintain and implement HR policies and procedures in line with UK employment law, • Analyse HR and people data to recommend process improvements, • Coach and support line managers to improve people management capability, • Lead colleague engagement, recognition and reward initiatives, • Minimum of 3 years’ experience at HR Advisor level or above in a professional environment, • CIPD Level 5 qualification, • Strong working knowledge of UK employment law, • Confident managing your own caseload and working autonomously, • Experience in coaching and developing others, • Ability to build strong, effective relationships across all levels of the business, • Highly discreet with a strong understanding of confidentiality, • Day off for your birthday, • Free wellbeing and mental health support via an Employee Assistance Programme (including counselling, financial and legal advice), • Regular company social events, • Paid day off for your child’s first day at a new school, • Weekly Dress Down Fridays, • No bank holiday working, • Long service bonus, • Additional holiday awarded for 100% attendance

Senior Company accountant £80,000-£90,000 Your new company You will be joining a well‑established PLC with a strong reputation for financial stability, operational excellence, and long-term market success. The organisation operates at scale, with a commitment to strong governance and a culture that values integrity and accountability. As the business continues to strengthen its corporate governance framework, it is seeking an experienced senior finance professional to take ownership of key statutory, compliance, and governance responsibilities. Your new role As Senior Company Accountant, you will play a central role in ensuring the organisation maintains the highest standards of financial governance and regulatory compliance. This is a broad and influential position that combines technical accounting with core elements of Company Secretary support. You will oversee pension reporting, financial controls, and compliance processes, while also managing critical governance activities including contract oversight, insurance programmes, pension administration, and PLC‑level regulatory obligations.You will work closely with senior leadership, providing assurance around financial integrity, risk management, and adherence to corporate governance standards. This role offers significant autonomy and the opportunity to shape and enhance governance processes across the organisation.What you'll need to succeed You will be a qualified accountant with substantial experience in a senior financial governance or compliance focused role, ideally within a listed or highly regulated environment. You will bring strong technical accounting expertise, a deep understanding of statutory reporting requirements, and a disciplined approach to financial control. Experience supporting Company Secretary duties — such as managing contracts, insurance, pensions, or regulatory filings — will be highly advantageous.You will be detail driven, highly organised, and comfortable operating with a high degree of responsibility and confidentiality. Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with senior stakeholders are essential.What you'll get in return You will join a respected PLC offering a senior, high‑impact role with genuine influence over governance and compliance standards. A competitive salary is on offer, alongside a strong benefits package and long‑term career stability. This is an opportunity to play a key role in safeguarding the organisation’s financial integrity while contributing to the ongoing development of its governance framework. 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. 4766238

Financial Accountant | Manchester | Onsite | £50,000 - £60,000 + 25 days holiday + bank holidays, plus wide range of benefits/discounts | Retail | First-time Industry Movers\n\nA well-established retail business is looking to appoint a Financial Accountant as part of the continued build-out of its group finance team.\n\nWith multi-site operations, strong turnover growth and ongoing investment in systems and infrastructure, this role is ideally suited to a recently qualified ACA, ACCA or equivalent from a large practice looking to make their first move into industry.\n\nYou will step into a visible, public-facing role where your technical grounding will be valued, and where you can also begin developing broader business partnering and commercial skills.\n\nThe Role\n\nPreparation of monthly management accounts across multiple entities and sites\nFull ownership of balance sheet integrity and month-end close processes\nLead support on statutory accounts preparation and year-end audit process\nInvolvement in consolidations and group reporting\nPartner with operational and commercial stakeholders to support performance\nReview, strengthen and streamline financial controls\nSupport budgeting, forecasting and cash flow planningAbout You\n\nACA, ACCA or equivalent qualified from a large practice \nStrong grounding in IFRS and UK GAAP\nExperience auditing large, multi-entity or multi-site clients\nExposure to wholesale, retail, FMCG or similar fast-paced sectors preferred\nTechnically strong with attention to detail and high standards\nCommercially curious and motivated to step beyond pure reporting\nLooking for a first move that offers progression and genuine developmentWhat's on Offer\n\n£50,000 - £60,000 salary depending on experience\nOnsite working (5 days/week)\n25 days holiday plus bank holidays\nStaff discount and access to a wide range of retail benefits\nEmployee-owned organisation with strong internal progression\nOpportunity to move into broader finance or commercial roles over timeZachary Daniels and our client are both equal opportunity employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.\n\nZachary Daniels is a Niche, National & International Recruitment Consultancy. Specialising in Buying, Merchandising & Ecommerce | Design, Technical, Wholesale & Production | Finance | HR & Talent | H&S & Compliance | Marketing, Digital & Technology | Property & Centre Management | Retail, Trade, Leisure & Wholesale Operations | Senior Appointments & Exec | Sales | Supply Chain & Logistics\n \nNOTE\nAll emails will be sent from the following domain @zacharydaniels & we will never contact you via WhatsApp without calling you prior nor would we ever ask for any financial information.\n \nBH35597

Finance Business Partner (Trading Performance) | Manchester | Onsite | £60,000 - £70,000 + Bonus + Wide range of benefits/discounts | Retail \n\nThis is for an e-commerce retailer headquartered in Manchester, with a strong direct-to-consumer model and an expanding digital presence across the UK and international markets. \n\nOperating in a fast-paced, data-driven retail environment, the business combines commercial agility with strong brand positioning and continues to invest heavily in digital capability, customer acquisition and operational efficiency.\n\nWith consistent revenue growth and ambitious expansion plans, the finance team plays a critical role in supporting trading performance, margin optimisation and long-term strategic planning.\n\nThe Role\n\nAct as a true business partner to Ecommerce, Trading and Commercial leadership teams, providing insight, challenge and financial guidance\nLead budgeting, forecasting and reforecast cycles aligned to digital growth and trading performance targets\nDeliver P&L reporting and detailed variance analysis across online channels\nProvide commercial analysis on pricing, promotions, customer acquisition spend and margin performance\nBuild and evaluate business cases for new initiatives, marketing investment and digital optimisation projects\nSupport scenario modelling and strategic planning to drive revenue growth and cost efficiency\nImprove reporting processes, financial controls and forecasting accuracy across ecommerce operationsAbout You\n\nFully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)\nProven experience in a Finance Business Partner or Commercial Finance role\nBackground within retail, ecommerce or consumer-facing environments\nStrong commercial acumen with the ability to influence senior non-finance stakeholders\nAdvanced Excel and strong financial modelling capability\nConfident communicator able to translate complex financial data into clear business insight\nExperience working in fast-paced, high-growth environmentsWhat's on Offer\n\n£60,000 - £70,000 basic salary\nAnnual performance bonus\nEmployee benefits and discounts\nPension scheme \nClear progression opportunities within a growing e-commerce retailerZachary Daniels and our client are both equal opportunity employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.\n\nZachary Daniels is a Niche, National & International Recruitment Consultancy. \n\nSpecialising in Buying, Merchandising & Ecommerce | Design, Technical, Wholesale & Production | Finance | HR & Talent | H&S & Compliance | Marketing, Digital & Technology | Property & Centre Management | Retail, Trade, Leisure & Wholesale Operations | Senior Appointments & Exec | Sales | Supply Chain & Logistics\n\nBH35592

Who are we? We’re MoneyPlus. We help people live better. Life isn’t always simple, that’s why we do what we do. Our services help to make life less complicated – and expensive. We offer advice and financial services that help our customers overcome their troubles with debt once and for all. We’re people who take care of people. We’ll be there to help with things that can easily be forgotten about, answer any complicated questions and help our customers to plan for their future and reach their financial goals. Tough problems and challenges are no match for us. We’re a team of quick thinkers and relentless doers, with lots of ideas and plenty of passion to help improve the lives of others. If you share our passion for improving the lives of others through simple, affordable, jargon-free services, then you may have what it takes to join our team Why do we need you? The Performance & Development Leader is responsible for leading, developing, and inspiring a team of around 10 advisors in a fast-paced and growing financial services environment. This role is accountable for achieving strong team results through robust performance management, clear goal setting, coaching, and building a culture where people feel motivated and supported to deliver their best work. The leader will also play a key role in managing operational budgets, workforce planning, and recruitment, ensuring resources are aligned to business needs. They will foster clear communication, engage stakeholders effectively, and use problem-solving and critical thinking skills to remove barriers to performance. As MoneyPlus continues its transformation journey, this role will provide the leadership needed to guide the team through change while safeguarding customer outcomes and regulatory standards. What’s in it for you? We believe our people truly are our greatest asset, that’s why we make sure our MoneyPlus People have the best experience, right from our first interaction all the way through their career with us. There’s way too many to list, but here are a few of the best reasons to join the MoneyPlus team: • Family Friendly – Having a healthy work life balance is important to us. We offer a minimum of 25 days holiday allowance per year., • Discounts – Is there anything better than a few freebies? Join our team and you’ll have access to Perkbox, which has tons of deals for you to choose from., • Social – We value the relationships our employees have with one another, encouraging them to come together. Whether it’s a catch up in our café, a team trip out, or letting their hair down at one of our free annual events., • Doing our bit – We show support in every way we can to our clients, people, and company charity. We have regular fundraising activity, organised by our very own Social and Fundraising Committee. What do we need you to do? Key Responsibilities: • Lead and manage a team of c.10 advisors, setting clear expectations and holding the team accountable for delivering results., • Implement structured performance management, including 1:1s, observations, feedback sessions, coaching, and performance reviews., • Build a culture of continuous improvement, where high standards are the norm and success is recognised and celebrated., • Manage operational budgets and forecasts for the team, ensuring resources are allocated effectively and financial performance is reported accurately., • Monitor KPIs and operational MI, using insight to identify performance gaps, risks, and opportunities, and taking timely corrective action., • Provide day-to-day coaching and mentoring, enabling advisors to build competence, confidence, and career progression., • Lead team recruitment activity, onboarding, and workforce planning to ensure capability and capacity are in place to meet business needs., • Act as a role model for clear, open, and effective communication, ensuring information is shared in a way that keeps colleagues engaged and aligned., • Demonstrate strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills to address performance challenges and operational issues in a structured, evidence-based way. Shared Responsibilities: • Partner with senior leaders, L&D, and HR to align team capability with organisational needs and transformation priorities., • Collaborate with Compliance, QA, and Risk teams to ensure all performance activity aligns with regulatory and customer outcome standards., • Engage stakeholders across Operations, IT, and other functions to ensure barriers to performance are identified, communicated, and resolved collaboratively., • Contribute to wider business planning, sharing workforce insights and performance trends to inform operational and transformation strategies. What skills and experience do we need you to have? We’re Always Ready • Commercial Acumen – Understands how to allocate resources effectively to support lead conversion and P&L performance., • Proactive Leadership – Anticipates challenges, prepares the team effectively, and takes swift, structured action., • Financial & Resource Management – Manages budgets, forecasts, and workforce planning with discipline and accuracy. We Raise the Bar • Operational Leadership – Sets clear expectations, drives performance, and leads a culture of continuous improvement and accountability., • Critical Thinking – Uses data, analysis, and structured problem-solving to make sound decisions. We Work as One • Collaboration & Stakeholder Management – Works openly with colleagues and leaders across the business to align goals and remove barriers., • Communication – Shares information with clarity, ensures team and stakeholders understand priorities and progress. We Treat People Right • Customer-Centric Mindset – Ensures each customer receives clear, ethical, and supportive engagement tailored to their circumstances., • Coaching & People Development – Builds confidence and competence in individuals while maintaining a respectful and empowering leadership style., • Empathy & Respect – Leads with fairness, inclusivity, and care, supporting both individuals and the team through change. Essential • Proven experience leading teams in a reputable, performance-driven organisation., • Strong track record of delivering results through structured performance management, coaching, and development., • Experience managing operational budgets, forecasts, and reporting., • Demonstrated ability to lead teams through change and transformation., • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills., • Proven ability to solve problems and make decisions using data and critical thinking., • Understanding of FCA regulations, Consumer Duty, and working in a regulated financial services environment. Desirable • Experience in customer service, collections, or debt management., • Experience managing or leading in a contact centre environment, ideally within financial services., • Exposure to large-scale transformation or continuous improvement programmes. Are you ready to join us? At MoneyPlus we want to create a work environment that inspires you to excel. Through our combination of support, working as a team and our ambition to be better, we want to help you achieve and create a future with us. Sound good? Apply now!

Group Financial Controller (Commercial Finance Focus)\n\nManchester (Hybrid – 1 day per week in the office)\n£80,000 – £100,000 + Benefits\n\nThe Business\n\nWe’re working with a private equity-backed financial services organisation with a turnover of c.£60m, operating as part of a wider group.\n\nThe business manages 8 entities and 5 trading brands, with a strong growth trajectory and continued investment across systems, people, and commercial capability.\n\nThis is a highly collaborative environment where finance plays a central role in driving business performance, not just reporting on it.\n\nWhats on offer?\n\n * £80,000 – £100,000 salary\n\n * Hybrid working (1 day in the office)\n\n * Ultra-flexible working environment\n\n * Onsite parking for the office days\n\n * 23 days holiday rising to 28 + birthday off\n\n * Private Healthcare\n\n * High visibility role with real influence across the business\n\n * Opportunity to shape finance within a growing, PE-backed environment\n\nThe Role\n\nThis is not a traditional Financial Controller role.\n\nWe’re looking for a commercially focused Group Financial Controller who will operate as a true business partner to senior leadership, combining financial control with cashflow ownership, stakeholder engagement, and performance insight.\n\nYou’ll be at the heart of decision-making providing challenge, guidance, and clarity across the business, ensuring finance is driving outcomes, not just reporting numbers.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\n * Act as a trusted Finance Business Partner to senior stakeholders across multiple business units (large part of role)\n\n * Take ownership of cashflow management and forecasting, ensuring strong visibility and control across the group\n\n * Ownership of forecasting across multiple business trading brands and delivery to senior stakeholders (F,P&A)\n\n * Oversight of the delivery of the monthly management accounts with clear, actionable insight\n\n * Provide commercial challenge and support, influencing strategic and operational decisions\n\n * Translate financial data into meaningful insights for non-finance stakeholders\n\n * Identify risks and opportunities, driving proactive decision making\n\n * Maintain robust financial controls, governance, and reporting standards\n\n * Drive continuous improvement across processes, systems, and reporting\n\n * Lead, mentor, and develop a small finance team\n\nAbout You\n\n * Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)\n\n * Proven experience in a commercial finance / business partnering role (not just pure reporting)\n\n * Strong experience around cashflow, forecasting, and working capital management\n\n * Ability to influence and engage with stakeholders across all levels\n\n * Confident communicator able to challenge and support in equal measure\n\n * Background within financial services or a regulated environment is advantageous\n\nIf you would like a confidential conversation about this role please contact Gavin Reynolds or Joanne Sizer at ALF Recruit for an initial conversation

We are recruiting for an experienced Legal PA to join a high-performing Real Estate & Disputes team in Manchester. This is a busy, deadline-driven environment supporting senior stakeholders, including a Partner, Directors, Managing Associates and Associates.\n\nThis role is replacing a long-standing team member and sits within one of the busiest teams in the firm, alongside a wider PA team of 13.\n\nLocation: Manchester\n Salary: £30,000 - £33,000 (no flexibility)\n Working Pattern: Full-time | Office-based initially, then 3 days office / 2 days WFH\n\nThe Role\n\nYou will provide proactive, high-level PA support to up to 7 fee earners, ensuring seamless day-to-day operations and contributing to the team's overall performance.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nManaging complex diaries, meetings and travel arrangements with a proactive approach\nSupporting billing processes, financial reporting, WIP and matter balances\nLiaising with Finance teams to support fee earner performance and working capital\nAssisting with business development activity including events, CRM updates, bids and tenders\nPreparing and updating CVs, credentials and client-facing documents\nManaging end-to-end matter processes including engagement letters and onboarding\nHandling conflict checks and Client Due Diligence processes\nEnsuring files are maintained, billed, closed and archived correctly\nCoordinating meetings, preparing packs and managing logistics\nDelegating document tasks to Document Production teams where appropriate\nMaintaining compliance with firmwide risk and regulatory procedures\n\nAbout You\n\nMinimum 5 years' Legal PA experience (any legal sector considered)\nProven experience supporting multiple fee earners in a fast-paced environment\nStrong billing experience is essential\nHighly organised with excellent attention to detail\nConfident communicator with strong written and verbal skills\nAdvanced Microsoft Office skills\nProactive, adaptable and able to manage competing deadlines\nA team player with a collaborative approach and strong client service focus\n\nWhat's on Offer\n\nJoin one of the firm's busiest and most dynamic teams\nWork closely with senior stakeholders\nHybrid working after initial training period\nSupportive team environment with a strong PA networkHuntress Search Ltd acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles.\n\nWe practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout. \n\nPLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK

Operations Director - Public Sector Contact Centre\n\nLocation:Hybrid UK North West, Scotland or North East\n\n£65,000 & £12,000 Bonus \n Contract Type: Permanent, Full‑Time\n\nAbout the Role\n\nWe are seeking an experienced Operations Director to lead and oversee the delivery of large‑scale public sector contact centre operations. This is a senior leadership role with responsibility for operational excellence, service performance, and strategic transformation across complex, high‑volume citizen services.\n\nYou will be accountable for the end‑to‑end operational delivery of contact centre and associated back‑office services, ensuring contractual, financial and service outcomes are consistently achieved while driving continuous improvement and innovation.\n\nThis role suits a leader with proven experience operating within central or local government frameworks, regulated environments, and outcome‑based contracts.\n\nKey Responsibilities for this Operations Director role\n\nProvide strategic and operational leadership across multi‑site public sector contact centre operations\nOwn delivery against service levels, KPIs, SLAs and contractual obligations\nLead large, diverse operational teams including senior managers and functional heads\nEnsure strong governance, compliance and risk management aligned to public sector standards\nDrive operational efficiency, productivity and continuous improvement initiatives\nOversee workforce planning, resource optimisation and demand forecasting\nPartner closely with Client Directors and public sector stakeholders to maintain trusted relationships\nLead service mobilisation, transformation and change programmes\nOwn operational financial performance, cost control and margin delivery\nChampion service quality, customer experience and colleague engagement\nEnsure readiness for audits, inspections and performance reviews\n\nAbout You\n\nProven experience in a senior operational leadership role within public sector contact centres\nStrong background delivering large‑scale, high‑volume citizen services\nDemonstrable experience operating under public sector contracts and frameworks\nExcellent understanding of SLAs, KPIs, service credits and performance regimes\nTrack record of leading complex, multi‑site operations\nCommercially astute with experience managing large operational budgets\nConfident engaging with senior public sector stakeholders and commissioners\nExperience of transformation, service improvement or technology‑enabled change\nData‑driven decision‑maker with strong reporting and analytical capability\nA visible, credible leader with strong people‑management and engagement skills\n\nDesirable Experience\n\nNHS, DWP, Local Authority or wider Central Government experience\nExposure to digital contact centre transformation or omni‑channel delivery\nExperience supporting mobilisation or scale‑up of public services\nDegree‑level education or equivalent operational experience \n\nDisclaimer\n\nCCA Recruitment Group is an employment agency with a legitimate interest in providing work finding services. Please be advised that by submitting your CV to CCA Recruitment Group, directly or via any of our job advertisement platforms, and all telephone calls may be recorded for training and auditing purposes, your personal data will be held on our secure internal CRM system indefinitely. The personal data contained therein will not be shared with any third parties without your express consent. As an individual, you have the right to withdraw consent at any time. Following a period of 10 years inactivity your CV will be deleted permanently from our database.\n\nThis electronic message may contain proprietary and confidential information. The information is intended to be for the use of the individual(s) or entity(ies) named above. If you are not the intended recipient or authorised to receive this e-mail for the intended recipient, you may not use, copy, disclose or distribute to anyone this message or any information contained in this message. If you have received this electronic message in error, please notify me by replying to this e-mail

CFO | Supported Housing (Registered Provider)\n\nLocation: Greater Manchester (Hybrid) Salary: £80,000 – £120,000 (Dependent on experience)\n\nThe Opportunity\n\nAvalon is proud to partner with a dedicated, small-scale Registered Provider of Supported Housing to appoint a strategic and hands-on Chief Financial Officer (CFO).\n\nThis is a pivotal role for an ambitious finance leader who wants to make a tangible impact. While the organisation remains agile and boutique in size, its reach is significant, managing a diverse portfolio of stock across the North West and Yorkshire. You will be the financial architect of the organisation, ensuring long-term viability while the business continues to provide essential housing solutions to vulnerable communities.\n\nResponsibilities\n\n * Strategic Leadership: Act as a key advisor to the CEO and Board, driving financial strategy, treasury management, and long-term business planning.\n\n * Regulatory Compliance: Ensure robust financial governance as CFO in line with the Regulator of Social Housing standards.\n\n * Operational Excellence: Lead a lean finance team, overseeing management accounts, statutory reporting, and audit processes.\n\n * Growth & Development: Appraise new housing schemes and funding opportunities to support the organisation’s regional footprint.\n\n * Stakeholder Management: Manage relationships with lenders, local authorities, and the RSH.\n\nRequirements\n\nWe are looking for a seasoned finance professional who balances technical expertise with a mission-driven mindset.\n\n * Experience: Proven track record at a senior level (CFO, Finance Director, or Head of Finance) within the Social Housing or Supported Housing sectors.\n\n * Qualifications: Fully ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified.\n\n * Knowledge: Deep understanding of the social housing regulatory framework and the nuances of intensive housing management and supported living funding.\n\n * Agility: Comfortable operating within a "small business" environment where you are expected to be both a strategic visionary and a hands-on problem solver.\n\nWhy Join?\n\nThis role offers the rare chance as CFO to lead the financial function of a regional provider where your decisions directly influence the quality of care and housing provided to residents. With a competitive salary up to £120k and a flexible Manchester-based office hub, this is an ideal move for a leader seeking autonomy and purpose.\n\nHow to Apply\n\nPlease apply for this role online or contact Matt Baird at Avalon for a confidential discussion.\n\nAvalon, trading name of Spirehouse Recruitment Limited, is an equal opportunities employment business and employment agency. We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all individuals

We are seeking a Regulated Complaints Manager to oversee and improve complaint handling processes within the financial services industry. This permanent role is based in Manchester City Centre and offers a fantastic opportunity to enhance customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.\n\nClient Details\n\nOur client is a well-established organisation within the financial services sector, known for their commitment to delivering exceptional customer service. They provide a professional and supportive environment to ensure both employee and client success.\n\nDescription\n\nSupport the end-to-end handling of FCA-regulated complaints, ensuring all cases are managed within required timeframes and to a high standard.\nTake ownership of Financial Ombudsman Service (FOS) responses, ensuring submissions are accurate, evidence-based, and fully documented prior to submission.\nBuild and maintain effective communication with the Financial Ombudsman Service to support fair, efficient case handling and embed organisational learning from feedback.\nProvide expert guidance on FCA DISP requirements and FOS expectations, acting as an escalation point for complex or high-risk complaints.\nEnsure all complaints and FOS cases are clearly documented, maintaining accurate records and full audit trails in line with regulatory requirements.\nConduct detailed analysis of complaints to identify root causes, emerging risks, and recurring themes across products, processes, and customer journeys.\nDevelop and maintain dashboards and management information (MI) to monitor trends, key risk indicators, and overall complaints performance.\nDeliver structured insights and reporting for senior leadership and board-level forums, highlighting trends, customer risks, and recommended actions.\nUse complaints data and FOS outcomes to identify control gaps, process weaknesses, and conduct risks, driving continuous improvement across the business.Profile\n\nA successful Regulated Complaints Manager should have:\n\nDemonstrates strong regulatory knowledge and investigative expertise, with meticulous attention to detail.\nConfident in challenging and influencing decisions, providing independent regulatory judgement when required.\nSkilled in problem-solving and analysis, with the ability to interpret complaints data and identify systemic risks.\nCapable of delivering timely, accurate, and defensible decisions with minimal supervision.\nHighly organised, able to manage multiple complex complaints and meet regulatory deadlines efficiently.\nExcellent stakeholder management, building strong relationships across Compliance, Risk, Operations, and Customer teams.Job Offer\n\nCompetitive salary ranging from £45,000 to £50,000 per annum.\n25 days of holiday leave, providing ample time to recharge.\nYearly performance bonus to reward your contributions.\nHybrid working model offering flexibility and balance

Accounts Payable (standalone) for a Manchester City Centre based company. Up ro £33,000pa. Hybrid. Your new company An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Accounts Payable professional to take responsibility for delivering a reliable, accurate and efficient payables service within the Manchester office. This role plays a key part in maintaining strong financial controls, promoting effective use of the Purchase Order process, supporting high‑quality supplier relationships, and assisting the wider finance function.Your new roleIn this standalone role, you will fully manage the AP function. Working in a small finance team you will take autonomy and full respnsibility of the AP function and related duties, Duties include:- • Process supplier invoices with accuracy, ensuring correct matching to authorised Purchase Orders where required, • Ensure all invoices are approved in line with company procedures and Purchase Order governance, • Apply correct VAT treatment across all transactions, • Create, update and maintain supplier account information, • Complete regular supplier statement reconciliations, • Administer intercompany invoices and carry out related reconciliations, • Respond to supplier queries professionally and resolve issues in a timely manner, • Run scheduled payment runs and send out remittance advice documents, • Process employee expense claims in accordance with internal policy, • Process and reconcile company credit card statements within set timescales, • Provide occasional support to Sales Ledger operations when needed, • Assist with month‑end close activities, including reconciliations and reporting tasks What you'll need to succeed • Demonstrated experience within an accounts payable role - standalone ideally, • Previous exposure to Purchase Order–based processes is highly desirable., • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise competing demands, • Proactive self-starter who can work independently and use initiative, • Strong time‑management skills and ability to multitask effectively, • Clear, professional communication skills—both written and verbal, • Exceptional attention to detail and high levels of accuracy, • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, with particular confidence using Excel, • Experience working within an accounts payable function that uses a Purchase Order system is beneficial, • Familiarity with NetSuite is an advantage but not essentialWhat you'll get in return, • Monday to Friday 37.5 hours 9-5.30 ( 1 hour for lunch), • Hybrid, • 25 days, rising to 28 with long service - Ability to buy an additional 5 days holiday a year., • Hybrid - 3 days office, 2 home, • Central location - close to major public transport routes, • Additional benefits & discount packages, • Christmas & Summer Parties 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. 4774372

Head of New Business Sales - UKI | Manchester City Centre | On-site\n\nPortfolio are proud to be exclusively representing one of the most ambitious, fast-growing SaaS businesses in the UK - an award-winning, market-leading platform that is transforming the way businesses manage their people.\n\nOur client is looking for a truly exceptional leader to take the helm of their New Business Sales function - a rare opportunity to step into a high-profile, high-impact leadership role at a business that genuinely invests in its people, its culture, and its future. If you're a commercially driven, inspirational sales leader who thrives on pace and loves building winning teams - this is the role you've been waiting for.\n\nThe Role\n\nAs Head of New Business Sales, you'll be the driving force behind the UK new business revenue engine. Reporting directly to the Director of Sales, you'll own the full performance of a large, high-velocity sales floor - leading from the front, coaching senior managers and BDMs, and setting the standard for what great looks like. This role is for a leader who wants to shape strategy, influence outcomes, and build something truly special.\n\nThis is a fully office-based role in the heart of Manchester City Centre - and for good reason. Being embedded in the team means you'll create the energy, culture and momentum that only comes from being present. You'll build genuine relationships across the floor, spot opportunities in real time, and lead by example every single day.\n\nA Bit About You\n\nYou've led large, high-performing teams in fast-paced, high-volume environments and know exactly how to build and sustain a winning culture.\nYou're data-driven, highly accountable, and completely comfortable owning big numbers and ambitious targets.\nYou develop people, not just results. You know how to unlock potential in your managers and BDMs and push them to be their best.\nYou thrive in high-stakes environments, handle difficult conversations with confidence, and keep the team focused and motivated when it matters most.\nYou can see the bigger picture, contribute meaningfully at senior leadership level, and influence the direction of the sales function.\nYou're joining a business at a pivotal moment - one where your decisions, your leadership and your energy will genuinely shape what comes next. \n\nWhat You'll Be Doing\n\nLeading, inspiring and performance-managing a multi-layered sales team including senior sales managers and BDMs\nDriving UK new business revenue across the full suite of HR & H&S SaaS solutions\nOwning monthly and quarterly KPIs, pipeline health, forecasting, and revenue accountability\nEmbedding a coaching-led, high-performance sales culture across the floor\nLeading by example throughout the full sales cycle; from qualification to close\nEnsuring FCA compliance and operational excellence at every stage\nPartnering with Sales Ops, WFM, Training and Data teams to maximise productivity and performance\nRepresenting the sales function at senior leadership level and influencing commercial strategy \n\nWhat's in it for You?\n\nOur client offers a genuinely compelling package for the right leader:\n\nUncapped earning potential - your success directly drives your reward\nCar Allowance + Profit Share scheme\n25 days' holiday, plus bank holidays & a day off on your birthday - increasing with service\nPension Plan up to 7%, Life Insurance & wellbeing support\nBrand new on-site gym and extensive city-centre discounts via Bright Exchange\nCompany incentives, recognition programmes and a values-led culture\nHigh-visibility role with genuine influence at the top of a fast-growing business\nA chance to lead one of the largest, most ambitious sales teams in the business \n\nWith substantial financial backing, exceptional products and a culture built on ambition and accountability, this represents a truly unparalleled career opportunity for an exceptional sales leader ready to make their mark.\n\n50921BGR2\n\nINDPSAL\n\nThe Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position

Job Title: Quantity Surveyor\n Location: Manchester (Old Trafford)\n Contract Type: Permanent\n Salary: £40,000 – £55,000 + package\n\nCompany Overview\n\nWe are recruiting for a Quantity Surveyor to join a leading Tier 1 civil engineering and infrastructure contractor delivering major projects across the UK.\n\nOperating across sectors including water, transport, energy, and the built environment, this organisation has a strong track record of delivering high-value infrastructure schemes through long-term frameworks, joint ventures, and standalone projects. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established business with a strong pipeline of secured work and clear opportunities for career progression.\n\nThe Role\n\nAs a Quantity Surveyor, you will provide key commercial support to project teams, ensuring effective cost control and contractual compliance across a range of civil engineering and infrastructure projects.\n\nProjects typically range from £200k to £10m+, offering exposure to varied and complex schemes. You will be responsible for managing commercial processes, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, and mitigating risk, while working closely with both internal teams and external stakeholders.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\n• Accurate cost and value reporting across projects\n • Cash flow forecasting and cost management\n • Preparation and management of monthly CVR reports\n • Administration of NEC contracts (NEC3/NEC4)\n • Subcontractor procurement, management, and financial control\n • Preparation of applications for payment\n • Managing variations, claims, and additional payments\n • Liaising with clients and key stakeholders on commercial matters\n • Supporting site teams with cost forecasting and financial performance\n • Ensuring compliance with internal commercial processes\n\nKey Requirements\n\n• Experience in a Quantity Surveyor role within construction or civil engineering\n • Strong working knowledge of NEC contracts (NEC3/NEC4)\n • Experience managing subcontractors and commercial processes\n • Degree/HND (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying or similar\n • Strong numerical, analytical, and organisational skills\n • Ability to work independently and as part of a team\n • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills\n\nDesirable:\n • Membership of RICS (or working towards)\n • CSCS Card\n • Experience within water or civil engineering sectors\n\nHow to Apply\n\nIf you are ready to take on an exciting challenge as a Quantity Surveyor, please send your CV to (url removed) or contact Jordan Lee at (phone number removed) for further details.\n\nGanymede Solutions is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We look forward to hearing from candidates who will contribute to our success.\n\nBy applying, you accept the terms of our Privacy Notice, available on our website.\n\nGanymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation

There’s a permanent opportunity for you here as an Electrical Supervisor to join one of critical accounts in our Northern region. This role will be predominately based between Warrington and Manchester with weekly travel to Wakefield and monthly to Telford The Role • Contract Delivery: Support the team to meet & exceed the agreed contractual Key Performance Indicators and Service Level Agreements in the delivery of PPM routines, statutory compliance, and attendance to faults and repair processes., • Reporting: Ensure all necessary electronic and paper records are completed by the team, and Control all additional costs for items such as overtime, travelling expenses, subsistence and all other variable allowances., • Contract Opportunities: Understand client’s specific needs and assist in the identification of additional services and opportunities within the existing customer base for added value. Provide quotes in line with this., • Subcontractors and Suppliers: Monitor, liaise and control all work undertaken by specialist sub-contractors and suppliers. Ensure value for money is being secured from all specialist sub-contractors and suppliers., • Invoicing: Ensure all chargeable works that are carried out are captured and authorise all their invoices as verification of their performance measurement., • Customer Service: Deliver exceptional service standards to meet client expectations and ensure all operational difficulties are resolved with the supporting the management team., • Call Out and Cover: Support the service delivery team by working with colleagues to maintain cover across the division at all times and attend to emergency call-out requests according to the local call-out rota arrangements., • Task Management: Liaise with the schedulers to ensure the allocation of PPM tasks are produced by the Client’s CAFM system to ensure appropriate sign off for reporting., • Communication: Communicate closely, share information and updates regularly to all team members, the client and end users to support the drive for service improvement across the contract., • QSHE: Comply with a no-compromise approach to Health & Safety regulations and PPE and report any near misses or potential hazards., • Learning & Development: Providing ongoing development activities to stretch the team and identify specific technical requirements as part of one to ones and PDR’s., • Any other duties as required / requested by the Contract Manager., • Please note that this is not an exhaustive list and you may be required to assist the Business with other duties as appropriate. Hours of Work • 8am-5pm, Monday - Friday Benefits • Additional earnings available through overtime - if wanted, • 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, plus option to purchase an additional 5 days leave every year, • Competitive pension contribution, • Life Assurance, • Private Medical Insurance Single Cover on completion of 12 month' service, with the opportunity to pay for additional cover for partner/dependants, • Flexible Benefits Scheme – including eye care voucher, store discounts for major retailers, salary sacrifice electric car vehicle lease scheme, personal IT equipment loans, impartial financial/savings guidance, • Access to wellbeing programmes, • Company Sick Pay, • Employee recognition programmes which reward exceptional achievements, • Employee Referral bonus with generous bonuses for ‘referring a friend’, • The opportunity to use one working day per year volunteering to help the local community, • Employee Assistance Programme - free, confidential 24/7 365 support on all lifestyle matters, • Smartphone/ Tablet, uniform, PPE Experience • NVQ Level 3 electrical or equivalent, • Previous supervision on technical facilities maintenance., • Develop and maintain a collaborative relationship with site teams and the client., • Drive and embed an outstanding compliance and health and safety culture. Knowledge • Demonstrates a high level of technical knowledge of building services., • Good understanding of health and safety management, • High level understanding of statutory compliance, • Good understanding of how to manage projects, • High level understanding of relevant market and industry At Dalkia, we are committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We ensure that every applicant is treated fairly and respectfully throughout our selection process. If you require any adjustments, please inform us in confidence. Our talent acquisition team is here to assist you.

The Company:\n\nAn exciting opportunity for a strong Financial Analytical Administrator – Hybrid, or an entry-level graduate with strong analytical aptitude to join a fast-moving Homewares company,\n\nThis is a 2/3 month contract to support the finance team, starting asap\n\nKey Requirements:\n\n * Good Excel Skills: Proficiency in VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables, and data manipulation is ideal.\n\n * Ideal Background: A recent graduate looking for experience, or an entry-level candidate with strong analytical aptitude.\n\n * Role Scope: Assisting with data analysis, monthly reporting, and data entry.\n\n\n\nPlease be aware the duties listed above are an interpretation of the role and do not form any part of your employment contract. Please ask the interviewer any questions about the role that you wish to clarify.\n\nTagged Resources Limited acts as an employment agency. We have 25 years of Recruitment and Industry experience, working with Retail and Supply Chain markets and have various positions available. If this vacancy does not suit your experience and you are looking for a suitable role, please look at our website or follow us on social networking sites. All are updated daily

If you’re a programmatic specialist with experience in Amazon advertising and you enjoy real ownership in your role, this could be a great next step… We’re working with a fast-growing eCommerce business that partners with ambitious brands, helping them scale through data-led Amazon advertising. A snapshot of the role: • Take full ownership of Amazon campaigns, from setup through to optimisation and performance delivery., • Manage activity across display, video and app, ensuring campaigns hit key commercial objectives., • Analyse campaign data and performance, turning insights into clear, actionable recommendations., • Work closely with clients, advising on strategy, planning and best practice., • Support pre-campaign planning, using benchmarks and past performance to shape effective approaches., • Keep a close eye on key metrics such as return on ad spend and sales performance. What you’ll bring to the table: • Hands-on experience managing programmatic campaigns within Amazon DSP., • Strong analytical skills, with confidence using data to inform decisions and optimise performance., • Comfortable working directly with clients, presenting insights and building relationships, • Solid Excel skills for reporting, tracking and analysis., • A proactive mindset, with the ability to spot opportunities and continuously improve campaigns. Benefits: A flexible and hybrid working environment, exceptional holiday allowance, a wide range of perks including financial and lifestyle benefits, wellbeing support, and everyday discounts, and a real opportunity for professional development. Sound like something you’d want to be part of? Apply today. Emma Davies // Zealous Agency

A growing professional services organisation is seeking an experienced and highly organised Internal Accounts Manager / Office Manager to join their Manchester-based team. This is a dual-role position combining financial administration, credit control, and invoicing with responsibility for overseeing day-to-day office operations.\n\nThe successful candidate will play a key role in supporting both operational and commercial functions, ensuring strong financial processes, accurate billing, and a well-managed, efficient office environment.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nAccounts & Financial Management\n\nPrepare and issue client invoices, particularly in relation to R&D tax claims\nCarry out benefit analysis and calculations to support ARC (Agreement/Revenue Calculations) and accurate invoicing\nManage credit control processes, including chasing outstanding payments and reducing debtor days\nMaintain accurate financial records and support reporting activities\nLiaise with internal teams to ensure billing accuracy and timely invoicing\n\nOffice & Operations Management\n\nOversee the day-to-day running of the office and act as the central administrative support function\nSupport operational and sales teams with general administration\nManage office supplies, systems, and overall office organisation\nEnsure a professional, efficient, and well-functioning working environment\n\nClient & Internal Communication\n\nAct as a key point of contact for client invoicing and payment-related queries\nBuild and maintain strong relationships with clients\nCommunicate effectively with internal stakeholders and external partners\nProvide a high level of professionalism in all interactions\nCandidate Requirements\n\nEssential:\n\nProven experience in an accounts, finance, or office management role\nStrong experience in invoicing, credit control, and financial administration\nExcellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities\nHigh level of attention to detail and accuracy\nStrong communication and interpersonal skills with a client-focused approach\nProficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with financial systems\nAbility to work independently and as part of a team\n\nDesirable:\n\nExperience within the R&D tax or wider accounting sector\nUnderstanding of R&D claim billing structures, including ARC calculations and benefit analysis\nExperience in a client-facing financial or operational role\nPersonal Attributes\nHighly organised, proactive, and commercially aware\nConfident communicator with a professional approach\nStrong problem-solving ability\nAdaptable and comfortable managing a varied workload\nReliable and able to work to deadlines with minimal supervision\nWhat’s on Offer\nCompetitive salary from £35,000 (dependent on experience)\nAnnual performance-based bonus\nOpportunity to take ownership of a key role within a growing business\nSupportive and collaborative working environment\nModern office location in Salford Quays\n\nThis is an excellent opportunity for a finance-savvy office professional looking to take on a varied role with both operational and commercial responsibility within a dynamic business environment

We are seeking a Director – Civil & Structural Engineering to lead and develop our C&S discipline across multiple UK offices. This is a senior leadership role for a Chartered Civil or Structural professional with a proven track record in delivering growth, leading and managing large, multi-office teams, and delivering design excellence across complex, multi-disciplinary projects. You will combine technical authority with commercial leadership, driving performance across projects, people, and clients while supporting continued business growth. Key Purpose • Deliver business and growth strategies aligned with company vision and values, • Lead design excellence, innovation, and consistent technical quality, • Oversee project performance including programme, risk, and financial outcomes, • Lead and manage multi-office teams, ensuring capability, capacity, and resource alignment, • Provide technical governance through design reviews and bid-stage assurance, • Ensure compliance with quality systems and drive continuous improvement Responsibilities Financial Leadership • Full responsibility for discipline financial performance including fee management, forecasting, cost control, and board-level reporting, • Approve bids, fee proposals, contracts, and consultancy appointments, • Lead and manage large, multi-office teams, including recruitment, resourcing, and succession planning, • Provide visible leadership, mentoring, and capability development, • Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture across the discipline, • Lead delivery of complex, multi-sector projects to high technical and commercial standards, • Oversee project controls including fees, risk, and overall delivery performance, • Lead bid and design reviews ensuring quality, compliance, and competitiveness, • Maintain technical governance across all workstreams, • Manage external consultants and specialist sub-consultants, • Strengthen client relationships and support business growth initiatives About You • Chartered Civil or Structural professional (ICE, IStructE or equivalent), • Proven experience leading and managing large, multi-office or geographically dispersed teams, • Strong track record in delivering complex, multi-sector, multi-disciplinary projects in a leadership capacity, • Strong commercial responsibility, including fee management, contracts, project performance, and financial reporting, • Experience engaging and influencing senior internal and external stakeholders, including clients and leadership teams, • Strong people leadership capability, including team development, resourcing, and performance management, • Must be willing and able to obtain, or already hold, the required Security Clearance to work on nuclear and defence sector projects Interested? If you’re ready to take on a senior leadership role where you can shape a growing discipline and make a real impact across people, projects, and performance, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation. Many of the positions within our company are subject to security clearance. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by various factors. The successful candidate must be able to achieve and maintain security clearance for this role as required by our clients and sectors. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK () About BakerHicks We’ve been innovating in design, engineering and project delivery since 1957 and operate from 14 locations for a truly European reach. For more about our company story, see: About | BakerHicks. BakerHicks. A Morgan Sindall Group company. Benefits Whatever your discipline, you’ll be alongside some of the most talented people in the industry. Our network of offices are appealing, friendly and comfortable spaces, easily accessible by car or public transport. And our salary and benefits packages are some of the best in the industry. What you get will depend on what you do, with individual performance-related rewards also on offer in addition to: • Company car or cash allowance, • Up to 6% matched contributory pension plan, • Life assurance scheme, • 25 days annual leave plus ability to buy additional leave, • Discount scheme (including gym membership, mobile phones etc), • Flexible/hybrid working, • Family friendly policies, • Employee assistance BakerHicks is an inclusive organisation welcoming talent from all backgrounds. Applicants are assessed on the basis of personal merit and qualifications.

Role Overview\nOur client is a growing contractor within the interiors and passive fire sector, delivering joinery and fire door projects across a range of environments.\n\nThey are looking to appoint a Quantity Surveyor to take responsibility for the commercial management of projects, ensuring costs are controlled, risks are managed and projects are delivered in line with contractual requirements.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n• Preparing and analysing cost plans, estimates and tender submissions\n• Managing valuations, variations and final accounts\n• Monitoring project costs and maintaining commercial control throughout delivery\n• Negotiating with clients, subcontractors and suppliers\n• Managing subcontractor packages, payments and agreements\n• Supporting procurement and supply chain strategy\n• Identifying and mitigating commercial risks\n• Producing accurate financial reports and forecasts\n• Managing cash flow through timely applications and invoicing\n• Working closely with operational teams to support project delivery\n• Ensuring compliance with contractual and internal procedures\n\nCandidate Profile\n• Experience in a Quantity Surveying or Assistant Quantity Surveyor role\n• Background within construction, joinery or passive fire protection preferred\n• Strong understanding of valuations, variations and cost reporting\n• Commercially aware with good attention to detail\n• Confident communicator with the ability to manage stakeholders\n• Proficient in Excel and commercial reporting tools\n\nWhat’s on Offer\n• Competitive salary and package\n• Ongoing training and development\n• Clear progression into Senior QS / Commercial roles\n• Opportunity to join a growing and well-supported team

Electrical Project Manager\nMeridian are working with a growing Electrical contractor that specialise in commercial projects across the North-west. As they continue to win and deliver projects such as offices, hotels, apartments, retail refurbishments, football stadiums etc. they are looking for an experienced Electrical Project Manager to supplement the project delivery side. You will be joining a small project team, where your focus will initially be on a 12-month refurbishment in Manchester with further commercial projects in the pipeline toward project completion. If you are looking to join a growing commercial Electrical contractor in Manchester, then this opportunity is perfect for you!\n\nBenefits include (but are not exclusive to):\n\nStarting salary of c.£55k - £ 65k p.a (DoE)\nImmediate start available (subject to successful application)\nWorking on regionalised contracts across Manchester and surrounding area\nJoining a well-established and growing team\nWide variety of commercial contracts delivered\nCompany pension scheme\n40-hour week with flexible working pattern (within site hours)\nCar allowance available (if desired)\nMixture of site-based and office-based\nInitial 12-month contract in Manchester already confirmed for initial deliveryRequirements for this role:\n\nElectrical background required\nCommercial project experience, ideally from design & pre-con up to handover stage\nUp to date knowledge of industry standards, compliance, contract forms, and Health & Safety is essential \nSMSTS not essential, but is preferred\nExperience managing Electrical trades, e.g Apprentices, Electricians, Electrical Testers, and Supervisors\nStrong commercial awareness and financial control skills (costing, forecasting, reporting)\nExperience managing labour, subcontractors, and supply chain performance\nStrong client-facing skills with the ability to manage expectations and resolve issues\nExperience in design and pre-con is not essential but would be a bonusDuties include (but are not exclusive to):\n\nFull project delivery of commercial electrical contracts\nDeliver works in line with contractual requirements, KPIs, and response times\nPlan and manage resources, materials, budgets, and onsite workers effectively\nProblem-solve when there are potential issues onsite by communicating clearly with onsite management and office staff\nWork with the other members of the commercial and project team to identify, price, and deliver maximise contract value \nConsistently ensure compliance with H&S, compliance reports, and RAMS at all stages of project lifecycles\nWork closely with the commercial team to remain accurate on job costing, forecasting, and progress reportsIf you are looking to join a growing project team with increasing regionalised work, then please apply directly to the advert or email (url removed) for more information\n\nMeridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Agency for this vacancy

Senior Quantity Surveyor - High Rise\n\nSalary and Package - £65,000 to £95,000 per annum (permanent) or up to £500 per day (freelance) depending on experience\nCompetitive benefits package\nLong-term secured workload through to 2028\nClear progression within an expanding UK operation\n\nLocation - Manchester\n\nFull-time, Permanent Position\n\nSenior Quantity Surveyor required to join a major residential construction project in Manchester delivering a large-scale city-centre development. This Senior Quantity Surveyor role offers long-term involvement on a flagship high-rise scheme with programme security through to 2028. The Senior Quantity Surveyor will take commercial ownership of significant project elements within a structured commercial team. This Senior Quantity Surveyor position is suited to an experienced professional confident managing complex packages and influencing project outcomes. The Senior Quantity Surveyor will work closely with project leadership to ensure successful financial and contractual delivery.\n\nAbout the Company\n\nA well-established international construction contractor delivering complex residential developments across major UK cities. The business combines strong financial backing with experienced UK-based leadership and focuses on high-quality urban regeneration and high-rise residential schemes.\n\nWhy Join Them\n\nThis opportunity provides involvement in a major Manchester regeneration project forming part of a wider long-term development programme. The company offers stable project delivery, collaborative commercial teams and realistic progression opportunities as its UK portfolio continues to expand. Projects are well resourced, professionally managed and supported by a strong pipeline of secured work.\n\nAbout the Role\n\nYou will take commercial responsibility for key elements of a £210m residential scheme delivering 895 apartments and commercial space across multiple buildings, including towers of up to 34 storeys.\n\nWorking alongside senior project and commercial leadership, you will manage financial performance, contractual matters and commercial risk throughout the project lifecycle.\n\nKey responsibilities include:\n\n * Taking ownership of commercial delivery from procurement through to final account\n\n * Managing cost reporting, forecasting and CVR processes\n\n * Preparing and agreeing client and subcontractor valuations\n\n * Administering subcontract procurement, negotiation and appointment\n\n * Managing variations and change control with accurate records\n\n * Maintaining contractual entitlement and commercial compliance\n\n * Monitoring risk and opportunity registers\n\n * Supporting value engineering and design development reviews\n\n * Managing cash flow and payment positions\n\n * Preparing financial forecasts and performance reports\n\n * Leading commercial discussions with project stakeholders\n\n * Managing delay and loss or expense claims where required\n\n * Ensuring accurate commercial documentation and reporting\n\n * Mentoring and supporting junior commercial staff\n\n * Supporting tender activity alongside pre-construction teams\n\n * Advising on bonds, warranties, insurances and contractual mechanisms\n\n * Working collaboratively with construction and delivery teams\n\nApplicants should hold a degree in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management with approximately 10 years’ industry experience, ideally within a main contractor environment delivering high-rise residential or large-scale urban projects. Professional membership such as RICS or MCIOB is desirable.\n\nSummary\n\nThis is a senior commercial position on one of Manchester’s most significant residential developments, offering long-term security, genuine responsibility and involvement in a landmark regeneration scheme. The role suits a commercially strong Senior Quantity Surveyor seeking stability, complex project exposure and future progression.\n\nContact Mark at Up Front Recruitment for more information

Ideas | People | Trust \n\nWe’re BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today’s changing world. \n\nWe work with the companies that are Britain’s economic engine – ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy – and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. \n\nWe’ll broaden your horizons \n\nAs a firm our focus on delivering quality audit work for the benefit of the public interest is our key priority. Our Audit teams are essential, not just to BDO, but to the whole economy. With specialist knowledge of sectors, markets and geographies; our auditors have the business understanding necessary to deliver the high quality and robust audits that companies and their stakeholders can trust. As part of our Audit team, you'll receive the support you need to reach your potential. From completing professional qualifications to developing new skills and exploring different learning opportunities, you’ll join a friendly and diverse team whose work really matters. Use your skills to build a career in Audit at BDO. \n\nWe’ll help you succeed \n\nThe work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders. \n\nYou’ll be someone who is comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with Senior Managers, Directors, and BDO’s Partners. You’ll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. \n\nYou will be someone with: \n\nQualified ACA/ACCA/ICAS Qualified or overseas equivalent.\n\nEducated up to degree level or CTS.\n\nExperience supervising and coaching junior members of staff on site.\n\nWorking knowledge of UK and International GAAS, IFRS, UK GAAP and Financial Reporting requirements.\n\nWorking knowledge of firm services, issues regarding advice, and regulation and compliance, including anti-money laundering.\n\nDemonstrable knowledge of current economic and market trends.\n\nYou’ll be able to be yourself; we’ll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We’re committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. \n\nAt BDO, we’ll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. \n\nWe’re in it together \n\nMutual support and respect are one of BDO’s core values and we’re proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we’ll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. \n\nOur agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you’ll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. \n\nWe know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we’ve invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO’s people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we’ll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you’ll never stop learning at BDO. \n\nWe’re looking forward to the future \n\nAt BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. \n\nOur success is powered by our people, which is why we’re always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. \n\nWe’ve got a clear purpose, and we’re confident in our future, because we’re adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better. \n\n#TJ-MM1 #LI-MM1

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Manchester Area, UK Background Anzurra is working with a key client to support the growth of their Project Services function across the UK. Due to continued expansion, they are looking to appoint Senior Quantity Surveyors to support major programmes across nuclear, infrastructure, water, energy, and oil & gas. Our client is a well-established international engineering consultancy with a strong reputation in Project Services, Commercial Management, and Disputes & Expert Advisory. They operate across complex, high-value projects, supporting clients through the full project lifecycle from early-stage strategy through to delivery and dispute resolution. Role Based in the Manchester area, you will be supporting high-profile infrastructure and energy projects, working closely with clients and delivery teams to drive successful commercial outcomes across the full project lifecycle. Main responsibilities of the role will be: • Preparation of cost estimates, budgets, and tender documentation, • Procurement of subcontractors and suppliers, including tender analysis and contract award, • Contract administration in line with standard forms (e.g. NEC, FIDIC, JCT), • Measurement and valuation of works, including interim valuations and payment applications, • Cost control, forecasting, and financial reporting throughout the project lifecycle, • Management and assessment of variations, change orders, and compensation events, • Preparation, negotiation, and agreement of final accounts You You will hold a Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or Engineering degree (or similar qualification) and have experience working on large-scale infrastructure or energy projects. Ideally, you will have experience working specifically on energy, nuclear, water or oil and gas projects. Experience across both tender and project execution phases is essential, with exposure to contracts and commercial management highly desirable. Anzurra Anzurra is a Search Firm and Talent Consultancy. We work in-house with ambitious companies helping them to hire and retain market-leading talent. With offices in both London and Copenhagen, Anzurra works globally providing embedded, on-demand, and flexible recruitment solutions, which help you scale to your potential. As experts in recruitment, executive search, and talent advisory, we help power high-performing teams across the following sectors: Construction ǀ Infrastructure ǀ Legal ǀ Finance ǀ Real Estate ǀ Renewable Energy

We are working with a leading UK-based financial services and business management consultancy to hire a Compliance Officer in Manchester. The firm is looking for an experienced professional who holds a QCF Level 4 Diploma and possesses a deep understanding of the FCA suitability requirements. They are looking for candidates with exceptional communication skills and the ability to engage effectively with senior stakeholders. This role is offered on a hybrid working basis with 1 day per week in the office. The responsibilities will include: • Delivering a high-quality client file review service in strict accordance with established Service Level Agreements., • Assessing financial advice files for suitability, ensuring they align with both regulatory expectations and specific business standards., • Providing clear, constructive oral and written feedback to Independent Financial Advisers regarding file quality and training issues., • Responding to complex compliance queries from clients or coordinating specialist responses from wider internal teams., • Undertaking targeted project work, including thematic reviews and reporting on emerging compliance trends., • Identifying and escalating specific regulatory risks or concerns that could impact a client’s ability to trade or their commercial obligations., • Maintaining a meticulous CPD record and staying abreast of all legislative changes affecting the financial advice sector., • Generating detailed reports and summaries of assessments for senior management to ensure firm-wide quality control. If you are a proactive compliance specialist looking to apply your technical rigour within a market-leading consultancy, we invite you to apply. Please submit your application today to start a conversation about this role. Ref: 1512

Canford Law is seeking an experienced Costs & Enforcement Lawyer to lead the recovery of aged debt across the firm’s client ledger. The role will focus on reviewing outstanding legal fees and issuing breach of contract proceedings where payment has not been received in line with the agreement. The successful candidate will manage matters from pre-action stage through to judgment and enforcement, ensuring the firm adopts an efficient and commercially focused approach to recovering outstanding debts. Key Responsibilities • Review and assess aged debt across the firm’s client accounts., • Advise on the most appropriate recovery strategy for outstanding damages and unpaid legal fees., • Draft and issue Letters Before Action in accordance with the relevant pre-action protocols., • Issue and manage breach of contract proceedings through the County Court for recovery of unpaid invoices., • Conduct litigation including drafting claims, applications and pleadings where required., • Obtain County Court Judgments (CCJs) and pursue enforcement where debts remain unpaid., • Liaise with internal departments regarding outstanding accounts and case progression., • Maintain accurate records within the firm’s case management system., • Provide reporting to senior management on recovery activity and outcomes. Candidate Requirements • Qualified Solicitor with the right to work and practice in the UK., • Demonstrable experience in civil litigation and debt recovery proceedings., • Strong working knowledge of County Court procedures and enforcement mechanisms., • Experience managing litigation files from pre-action stage through to judgment and enforcement., • Ability to manage a caseload independently and work efficiently in a high-volume environment., • Strong drafting, negotiation and communication skills., • Commercial awareness and a results-driven approach to debt recovery., • Experience recovering professional service fees or legal costs., • Familiarity with legal practice management or case management systems., • Previous experience working within a law firm environment. Personal Attributes • Highly organised with strong attention to detail., • Commercially focused and pragmatic in approach., • Confident communicator able to deal with sensitive financial matters., • Able to work both independently and collaboratively with internal teams. Why Canford? • Competitive salary., • A flexible, grown-up approach to work with hybrid working options., • Incentives and annual bonus scheme to reward performance., • Flexible / hybrid working arrangements., • Pension scheme., • Recognition for strong performance and clear progression opportunities., • Casual dress code and a supportive, collaborative team environment., • Company events and opportunities to network and build relationships across the business. Please apply within for immediate consideration.

PSR Solutions are working with an established client within the Civil Engineering Sector to recruit a Quantity Surveyor to Join their Commercial team on a permanent basis. This role with be project and site based, with their office based in Manchester and projects across the North West.\n\nQuantity Surveyor Roles and Responsibilities\n\nProvision of accurate and timely cost and value reporting at both project and business unit levels to inform Group reporting\nCost management and project forecasting\nDrafting and updating a monthly CVR, cost and commercial plans\nResponsibility for subcontract procurement, negotiation and financial accounting\nEffectively manage contract and subcontract agreements, primarily IChemE and NEC forms\nAbility to interrogate and challenge records, reports and cost data\nMitigate commercial risk, identify and realise commercial opportunities\nWork with the wider project team to forecast predicted expenditure and cash recovery to ensure that both are in line with business unit expectationQuantity Surveyor Requirements\n\nBSc in Quantity Surveying or similar commercial related course\nNEC Contract experience is Essential\nDemonstrable experience in monthly forecasting and cost analysis\nPrevious experience in the construction industry\nExcellent communication, numeric and computer literacy skills, proficient in Microsoft Office\nValid driving licenceQuantity Surveyor Benefits\n\nSalary - £45,000 - £60,000 DOE\nBased in Manchester, North West\nCompany Car or Car Allowance\n25 days annual leave in addition to 8 public bank holidays and loyalty days\nCompany pension\nLife Assurance\nPrivate MedicalIf you are interested in this Quantity Surveyor role, please apply or contact Jack Brown at PSR Solutions

The Role\n\nAs Senior Management Accountant, you will play a key role in delivering accurate and insightful financial information to support strategic decision-making. Working closely with senior stakeholders, you’ll take ownership of multi-entity management accounts and consolidation processes, ensuring high standards of reporting and control.\n\nWhat’s on Offer\n\n * Salary of £50,000 – £60,000 depending on experience\n\n * Hybrid working – just 1 day per week in the Salford office\n\n * PE Environment with Aquisition activity happening\n\n * Supportive environment with strong leadership and development opportunities\n\n * Exposure to a dynamic and growing Financial Services business\n\n * Clear progression pathway as the business continues to expand\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\n * Preparation of monthly management accounts across multiple entities\n\n * Full consolidation of group accounts, including intercompany reconciliations\n\n * Variance analysis and provision of meaningful commentary to senior management\n\n * Support budgeting and forecasting cycles\n\n * Balance sheet reconciliations and oversight of key controls\n\n * Assisting with year-end processes and audit requirements\n\n * Driving process improvements and efficiencies within finance\n\n * Partnering with non-finance stakeholders to provide financial insight\n\nAbout You\n\n * Part-qualified (ACCA/CIMA/ACA) late studier or newly qualified accountant\n\n * Strong experience in multi-entity accounting and consolidations\n\n * Confident communicator, able to present financial information clearly\n\n * Highly organised with strong attention to detail\n\n * Proactive mindset with a willingness to improve processes\n\n * Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team\n\nIf you’re looking for a role where you can make an impact, develop your career, and gain valuable exposure within a multi-entity environment, this could be the perfect next step.\n\nContact the team today to discuss this role in more detail

Financial Controller | Central MCR (Hybrid) | £70,000 - £75,000 + Bonus | PE Backed SME \n\nAxon Moore have exclusively partnered with a high growth PE backed professional services business who have created a brand new in their team for an ambitious Financial Controller to join their team on a full time permanent basis. \n\nThis organisation have been on an exciting growth journey in the last 2 years, after receiving PE investment have grown both organically and through acquisition, now require a career driven FC who can bridge the gap between the FD and your team.\n\nThis is a hands-on role with real ownership of financial control, cash flow forecasting, audit, working capital oversight, working closely with the FD. \n\nResponsibilities include: \n\nOwnership of the monthly management accounts process\nManagement and mentorship of a small finance team ensuring they continue their development\nOwnership of short and medium-term cashflow forecasting and reporting\nSupporting budgeting, forecasting and reforecast cycles\nProviding financial analysis to support commercial decision-making\nMonitoring KPIs \nLeading the year-end audit process and acting as primary contact for external auditors\nOversight of VAT, tax and wider regulatory compliance, including coordination with external advisers and ensuring robust, accurate reporting.\nImproving finance processes, reporting capability and MI infrastructure\nSupporting development of finance systems and reporting automation\nEnsuring scalable finance processes as the business grows\nActing as a key finance contact for stakeholders across the firm\nIdeal candidate:\n\nACA/ACCA/CIMA fully qualified \nPrior experience working in a PE backed business is advantageous\nStrong ownership mindset around management accounts, cashflow and financial control\nConifent communicator with an ability to challenge and work with senior stakeholders \nThis is an excellent opportunity to join a business on an impressive growth journey, with growth coming organically and through acquisition. You will also play a central role in a future PE exit

The Role Professional Negligence Associate – Manchester – Hybrid – up to £80,000 An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Professional Indemnity Associate to join a nationally recognised, Tier 1 ranked law firm in Manchester. The firm is widely regarded for its expertise in defending insurers, brokers, and other insurance sector clients in complex, high-profile professional negligence matters. In this role, you will manage your own caseload of professional indemnity claims while also supporting Partners on high-value, multi-party disputes. You will work across a variety of sectors, including legal, financial services, property, technology, media, and business consultancy, tackling challenging and novel areas of professional liability and insurance law. This includes issues such as scope of duty, breach, causation, quantum, and complex policy liability disputes. You’ll work closely with insurer clients and policyholders, handling matters from initial investigation through to resolution. Responsibilities include pre-action strategy, drafting pleadings, disclosure, expert and QC instructions, mediation, arbitrations, adjudications, and litigation before the County Court, High Court, TCC, commercial courts, and consumer redress schemes including the Financial Ombudsman Service. You will also manage reporting to insurer clients in line with exacting service standards, ensuring accurate reserving, clear case planning, and proactive strategy execution. This is a fantastic opportunity for a solicitor looking to develop their technical expertise in professional indemnity, D&O, financial institutions, and coverage matters, while working in a highly supportive, ambitious, and collaborative team environment. The Candidate • Solicitor or Legal Executive (4+ years’ PQE) with professional indemnity experience, • Strong technical understanding of professional negligence, insurance coverage, and related claims, • Ability to manage deadlines, prioritise effectively, and handle a varied caseload, • Strong litigation and drafting skills, including pleadings, expert instructions, and ADR engagement, • Confident dealing with insurer clients, policyholders, brokers, and Counsel, • Excellent organisation and time-management skills, • Commercially aware with a proactive, solutions-focused approach, • Committed to delivering high standards of client care and compliance The Benefits • Competitive salary depending on experience, • 25 days’ annual leave, with the option to buy or sell additional days, • Hybrid working arrangements, • Private medical insurance, • Permanent health insurance and critical illness cover, • Healthcare cash plan, • Employer pension contribution, • Life assurance, • Cycle to Work scheme, Tech scheme and Season Ticket loan Apply in the strictest of confidence online or via telephone – there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation. Contact: Alice Ferguson, Retained Consultant Direct Dial: 0161 826 3140 Mobile: 07496 800 407 Email:

Interim Finance Analyst | Global Financial Services | Up to £400 Daily Rate | Hybrid | Manchester City Centre Your new company The company is a global healthcare leader providing health insurance and medical services worldwide. The business is going through a critical phase of transformation, with the potential for further opportunities moving forward. Join a purpose-driven organisation committed to excellence. You’ll be part of a collaborative, high-performing finance team that partners across multiple business units to drive a strong analytical culture. Your new role • Support month‑end, quarter‑end and year‑end processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, • Produce insightful analysis on P&L performance, variances, trends and key drivers, • Partner with operational and commercial teams to provide clear financial insight and challenge, • Assist with budgeting and forecasting cycles, preparing robust financial models and scenarios, • Contribute to continuous improvement of reporting tools, dashboards and processes, • Maintain strong financial controls and ensure adherence to internal policies, • Prepare clear commentary and presentations for senior stakeholders, • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and present it clearly, • Solid experience in management accounting, financial analysis or similar, • Proficiency with Excel and confidence working with large datasets (experience with BI tools a plus), • Excellent attention to detail and commitment to delivering accurate work, • Strong communication skills with the ability to influence non‑finance stakeholders, • Ability to work autonomously, prioritise effectively and meet tight deadlines, • A proactive mindset with a willingness to challenge, improve processes and add value, • A competitive day rate for a 3month period, • Hybrid working model with 2 days onsite., • Exposure to senior stakeholders and strategic initiatives., • Opportunity to influence and shape the control environment during a key transformation period.

Head of Finance Fixed-Term Contract (12 months+ | Maternity Cover | Remote (UK) We are seeking a highly experienced, hands-on Head of Finance to join a private-equity-backed organisation on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is a senior role with a strong emphasis on audit delivery, financial statements, systems ownership, monitoring and reporting within a fast-growing, multi-entity environment. Key Responsibilities • Lead the year-end audit process, acting as primary contact for external auditors, • Own the preparation and review of statutory financial statements, • Deliver high-quality monthly and annual management reporting, including group inputs, • Maintain strong financial controls, balance sheet integrity, and reconciliations, • Support group consolidation, intercompany accounting, and recharges, • Provide financial oversight across multiple legal entities, • Full ownership of finance systems and access controls, • Act as internal system expert for Sage Intacct (including troubleshooting, data integrity, and enhancements), • Oversee cash management, cashflow forecasting, and banking activity, • Review and authorise payment runs, • Maintain strong oversight of controls, reporting timetables, and deadlines, • Line management of a small finance team, • Provide hands-on technical support across audit, reporting, and systems, • Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent experience, • Strong audit delivery and financial statement preparation background, • Demonstrable experience in monitoring, reporting, and financial control, • Hands-on finance systems management, ideally Sage Intacct, • Experience in SME, group, or private-equity-backed businesses, • Exposure to insurance or underwriting environments, • Group consolidation experience

Audit & Accounts Senior Manager job to join a UK leading firm, at a flagship office in Manchester City Centre Your new company This UK leading Accountancy Firm with an impressive flagship office based in Manchester City Centre is looking to appoint an experienced Audit and Accounts Senior Manager to their growing team. You will join a dynamic, forward-thinking and technology-embracing firm who are looking to continue to solidify their presence in Manchester, but also the wider North West business. This is a Top 20 firm offers a market leading benefits package, as well as career opportunities both internally, and in future across the wider business. Your new role Working closely with the Partners, you will lead and oversee a sector-agnostic corporate client portfolio, ensuring regulatory requirements and professional standards are adhered to. You will continue to develop and maintain client relationships, being a true business adviser for all matters relating to your portfolio. You will act as a leader to your team of 30+ Audit & Accounts staff, which ranges from apprentices through to managers within the team. You will be responsible for on the job coaching and training, highlighting areas for continuous development, and being the go-to technical lead when required. Reporting directly to the Partners, you will regularly collaborate with colleagues across the firm to recognise cross-selling opportunities within other departments. Additionally, you will have an impact on the firm's vision, and you will have the opportunity to bring both your experience and ideas to the table as the firm undergoes a continuous transformation project. You will get involved in business development, attend networking events, and be able to identify areas for potential opportunity and growth in the market. What you'll need to succeed Client service will be at the heart of everything you do, so stakeholder management and exceptional communication is essential. You will be a highly experienced Audit & Accounts Manager, ready to take that next as an Audit & Accounts Senior Manager, or be a current Senior Manager who is looking to grow into this opportunity as the firm continues to develop and enhance. You will have excellent staff management experience, and be able to lead and coach through members of your team at varying levels of experience. Acting as the main point of contact for your portfolio, you must be able to build a strong rapport with your clients and ensure you are able to enhance your delivery and service to meet their financial requirements. As an ACCA or ACA Qualified Accountant, you will have a strong track record of delivering in this role, as well as a forward-thinking and strategic mindset to support the business as it continues to thrive. You must have a dynamic, flexible and open-minded approach as the business continues to solidify itself in the market, both across the UK and in Manchester. What you'll get in return You will join an already established Audit & Accounts team, but one that is continuing to grow organically due to continued growth. Flexible working and hybrid work policies are available to take advantage of, as well as a benefits package reflective of a Top 20 firm. You will also have unrivalled progression opportunities as both your role and the firm continue to develop. You will work closely with a team of Partners who are supportive and highly experienced. 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 at Hays Public Practice in Manchester. 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. # 4135445

Financial Controller\n Based in Manchester City\n 5 days on site\n\nWe're looking for a Financial Controller to join a growing business in Manchester. This is a senior role with real visibility across the organisation, offering the opportunity to shape financial reporting, influence decision-making, and support continued growth.\n\nReporting directly to the Finance Director, you'll take ownership of financial control and reporting, while acting as a key partner to operational teams. You'll lead a capable team, and play a hands-on role in driving improvements across processes, systems, and commercial insight.\n\nThe Role\n\nYou'll be responsible for leading a small team, covering core finance activities including management accounts, statutory reporting, budgeting, forecasting and cashflow. Alongside this, you'll have oversight of transactional finance teams, ensuring alignment and efficiency across the wider function.\n\nThis is more than a reporting role - you'll work closely with senior stakeholders to challenge, support and guide decision-making. There's a strong focus on improving margin visibility, understanding profit drivers, and helping the business make better, more informed choices both in the short and long term.\n\nYou'll also play a key role in driving process improvements, strengthening financial controls, and ensuring consistency with company practices.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nFinancial Reporting & Control:\n\nDeliver timely and accurate monthly management accounts\nTake full ownership of the P&L and Balance Sheet, ensuring a deep understanding of underlying transactions\nEnsure robust financial controls are in place, with reconciliations completed and reviewed thoroughly\nOversee statutory accounts preparation and year-end audit\nManage VAT returns and other compliance requirements \n\nCommercial Insight & Analysis:\n\nProvide clear, insightful analysis of performance, including variance commentary and emerging trends\nDevelop and enhance KPI reporting across financial and operational metrics\nSupport business leaders with meaningful financial insight to improve profitability and performance\nDrive improvements in management information, ensuring consistency \n\nBusiness Partnering:\n\nAct as a key interface between finance and the wider business\nSupport budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring risks and opportunities are clearly identified\nWork closely with operational teams to challenge assumptions and improve financial understanding\nPresent financial information to stakeholders in a clear and engaging way \n\nProcess Improvement:\n\nIdentify opportunities to improve systems, processes and reporting efficiency\nIncrease the use of automation and standardisation across finance activities\nCollaborate with the finance team to share best practice and drive consistency \n\nTeam Leadership\n\nLead, develop and support a team, with indirect oversight of a larger transactional team\nSet clear objectives and KPIs, with regular performance reviews and coaching\nBuild capability within the team and ensure strong succession planning\nSupport recruitment and resource planning where needed \n\nAbout You\n\nFully qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA or ACA)\nStrong technical grounding with a keen eye for detail\nCommercially minded, with the confidence to challenge and influence senior stakeholders\nAdvanced Excel skills and comfortable working with data to generate insight\nClear and confident communicator, both written and verbal\nA proactive, hands-on approach with a focus on continuous improvement \n\nThis is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys being close to the business, wants to make a tangible impact, and is comfortable operating at both a strategic and detailed level.\n\n51394CH\n\nINDMANS\n\nThe Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position

• Senior Finance Business Partner, • £70,000-£80,000 plus bonus, • Manchester, • Hybrid working This is a high-impact role, partnering closely with operational leaders to drive financial performance, influence key decisions, and ensure robust commercial governance across a large-scale, multi-service contract. The Role As a trusted business partner, you will: • Collaborate with Operational Leads to manage the financial and commercial performance of contracts, ensuring alignment with client expectations., • Provide strategic financial insight and analysis to support decision-making and improve contract performance., • Support commercial discussions and negotiations with NHS Trusts and Project Co stakeholders., • Ensure accurate billing in line with contractual mechanisms and oversee all contract variations., • Lead the production of monthly accounts, ensuring accurate reporting across WIP, lifecycle, variations, and project activity., • Drive robust budgeting and forecasting processes, identifying risks and opportunities and supporting action plans., • Improve cash flow through effective debt management and process optimisation., • Produce high-quality management information to support operational and strategic decisions., • Play an active role in client meetings, representing the finance function with credibility., • Lead and develop a site-based finance team, fostering engagement and high performance. About You • Qualified accountant/QBE or Part Qualified (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)., • Strong commercial finance experience, • Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and operate as a true business partner., • Experience managing complex contracts, including billing mechanisms and variations., • Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insight., • Experience leading or mentoring teams., • Proactive, solutions-focused, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment.

Financial and Strategic Advisory job - Top 10 firm in Manchester, with secondment opportunities in industry. Your new firm An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Top 10 firm to join a new national service line within the business, from their Manchester office, where you will be a key member of the financial accounting and advisory services team. As an Accounting & Advisory senior you will work across a broad range of technical accounting, financial reporting and business advisory assignments. Working with established OMBs through to large and complex group structures and international businesses. Your new role You will be responsible for taking the lead on delivering complex accountancy related projects for clients as they arise. Work includes working with AIM / Listed clients to advise and support with controls accounting, support businesses with legislative and technical accounting changes, advising how this will affect their financial position. As an Accounting & Advisory Senior you will manage your own portfolio of clients and be the main point of contact, ensuring you are always looking at ways that you can add value to their business. The role also includes the preparation of statutory accounts in line with IFRS and FRS 101. What you'll need to succeed The firm are seeking an ACA / ACCA qualified accountant who can demonstrate a strong understanding of UK GAAP and IFRS accounting principles. Candidates who have trained within audit are sought after due to their technical grounding and exposure to large clients. The firm will also consider practice trained individuals who have moved to industry but miss the client facing nature and diversity of working within a practice or accounting focussed individuals who have exposure to consolidated accounts preparation. You must also have excellent communication skills, ensuring your clients receive the highest level of service. It's important that you have a passion for technically challenging projects. What you'll get in return You will be working in a rapidly growing service line, part of a wider Top 10 firm who have big growth plans. You will get exposure to a wide range of industries, and also have the opportunity to undertake secondment on client site, which would be a great steppingstone in to the industry world if of interest. There are opportunities to progress through to manager as you develop a wider portfolio of clients. The firm offer a competitive salary of up to £48000 and a range of benefits including 25 days holiday + bank holidays, private pension scheme, flexible working hours, hybrid working amongst other benefits. You main office will be in Manchester City Centre with modern offices. What you need to do now If you're interested in this Manchester based Accounting & Advisory Senior role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this Manchester based 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. # 4282857

Interim FBP - 18 Month FTC - Hybrid Working - Immediate Start – Large Complex Org - £60,000 with Benefits Your new company You’ll be joining a nationally recognised housing provider with a strong social purpose, managing tens of thousands of affordable homes across the UK. With a significant presence in Greater Manchester, this organisation is committed to delivering high-quality housing and services that make a real difference in communities. Their North Manchester-based office is a key regional hub supporting strategic financial and operational goals. Your new role As Finance Business Partner, you’ll play a pivotal role in delivering effective financial control and insightful analysis to support decision-making across the organisation. This is an 18-month fixed-term contract , offering flexible working arrangements with up to three days per week onsite at their North Manchester office. You’ll be responsible for producing accurate management accounts, partnering with senior stakeholders to drive performance improvements, and contributing to budgeting, forecasting, and statutory reporting. You’ll also support continuous improvement initiatives and help shape financial strategy through meaningful analysis and reporting. What you'll need to succeed To thrive in this role, you’ll need to be a qualified accountant with proven experience in finance partnering. You’ll be confident in building relationships across departments, delivering high-quality financial insights, and managing complex financial systems. Strong Excel skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritise a varied workload are essential. Experience in the housing sector or with Oracle Financials is desirable but not required. What you'll get in return • Salary of £60,000 on an 18month Fixed-Term Contract, • Flexible hybrid working (max 3 days onsite per week), • Opportunity to work with a purpose-driven organisation, • Exposure to strategic financial projects and senior stakeholders

Project Systems Accountant | 6–12 Months | Hybrid Working | Up to £60,000 | Higher Education Sector Your new company A well‑established organisation within the Higher Education sector is embarking on a major finance systems transformation programme. With legacy, paper‑based processes and highly detailed financial regulations, they are now preparing to transition from Sage to a modern cloud‑based finance system. They are seeking an experienced Finance Systems Accountant to lead this change and ensure the successful adoption of new processes across the organisation. Your new role Reporting into the Finance Director and working closely with the Management Accountant, you will take ownership of the end‑to‑end project to deliver a new cloud‑based finance system. Your key responsibilities will include: • Project-managing the transition from Sage to a cloud-based accounting platform., • Engaging with non-finance teams to embed new processes into operational workflows and delivering staff training to ensure adoption., • Reviewing existing financial regulations and recommending updates to internal controls aligned to the new system environment., • Working with finance assistants to identify and implement a new approach to student group expense claims., • Ensuring successful integration between the organisation’s existing system and the new finance system., • You will be a fully qualified Accountant (CIMA / CIPFA / ACCA) or an exceptional QBE with demonstrable experience in similar roles., • A strong background in large, complex environments — exposure to shared services would be highly advantageous., • A proven track record of leading finance system change, including managing integration challenges., • Experience reviewing and automating key finance processes., • A pivotal role leading a major transformation project in the Higher Education sector., • The opportunity to shape future processes and controls within a supportive and collaborative finance function. If this job isn’t quite right for you, but you’re an accountant looking for a new job in finance, please contact Benjamin Stanton at the Hays Senior Finance team in Manchester. # 4775871

Paying circa £38k + Free onsite parking + Excellent benefits - We are delighted to be partnering with a pharmaceuticals company based in Manchester, that are seeking an experienced Assistant Management Accountant to join their team on a 12‑month fixed term contract basis. This organisation offers a vibrant, professional working environment where innovation and collaboration are encouraged.\nThis is a hybrid role with two days per week working from home and an immediate start, so applicants must be available to start at short notice.\nTHE JOB\nReporting to the Head of Finance, the Assistant Management Accountant will support the day‑to‑day financial operations of the site and the wider group finance function.\nKey responsibilities include:\n * Supporting the Head of Finance in delivering high‑quality financial support to budget holders, including accurate preparation of management accounts\n * Preparing and reviewing financial data, journals, accruals, prepayments, balance sheet reconciliations and monthly management accounts (with commentary) within agreed deadlines\n * Assisting with statutory accounts, year‑end reconciliations, audit liaison, budgets and corporate reporting\n * Managing intercompany reconciliations, project revenue recognition and maintaining fixed asset and investment registers\n * Processing online banking transactions and providing cover for team members during absence\n * Driving continuous improvement through process reviews, system efficiency, automation and knowledge sharing within the team\n * Working collaboratively across the finance function to deliver excellent customer service and financial insight\n * Undertaking any other reasonable duties as required\nTHE PERSON\n * AAT Level 4 qualified and currently studying towards ACCA, CIMA or ACA\n * Minimum of 4 years’ experience in a similar finance or accounting role\n * Strong working knowledge of accounting systems such as AX or SAP and Microsoft Office\n * Solid understanding of accounting principles, budgeting and financial analytics\n * Highly organised, methodical and accurate, with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines under pressure\n * Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a strong customer‑focused approach\n * A collaborative team player with keen attention to detail\nTHE BENEFITS\n * Private Healthcare\n * Death in Service benefit\n * Company Pension Scheme\n * Travel Insurance\n * 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays\n * Employee Assistance Programme\n * Onsite Gym\n * Cycle to Work Scheme\n * Free onsite parking\nIf you meet the criteria and are excited by this opportunity, we’d love to hear from you. Take the next step in your career and apply today to join a forward‑thinking organisation where your contribution will make a real difference.\nPlease note: applicants must have the right to work in the UK, as sponsorship is not available

Marc Daniels are proud to be partnering with a leading business based in Manchester in their search for a driven and ambitious Financial Accountant to join their growing finance team.\n\nThis role is ideal for someone who is looking to progress their career within financial accounting. This would suit someone who has recently qualified in practice and is looking to break into industry, or someone who has experience with preparing financial accounts.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nPrepare statutory accounts in accordance with relevant reporting standards.\nSupport year-end audit processes and liaise with external auditors.\nEnsure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and financial reporting requirements.\nMonitor and strengthen compliance processes across the finance function, identifying control improvements where needed.\nMaintain accurate balance sheet reconciliations and deliver key financial reporting insights.\nAssist with continuous improvement projects across the finance function.\nContribute to budgeting, forecasting, and process optimisation initiatives.Key Requirements\n\nACA / ACCA / CIMA (Qualified or Finalist)\nStrong understanding of financial reporting standards and controls.\nExcellent Excel and analytical skills.\nAbility to work collaboratively across teams and communicate financial information clearly.\nKeen eye for detail with a proactive and flexible approach.\nDoes not require any sponsorship or visa to work in the UK

Healthcare - Temp Financial Analyst – Up To £400 Per Day – 3 Months+ Manchester Your new company Private healthcare providing services across the UK. Your new role As a Finance Analyst, you will be proactive and detail-driven, supporting the financial reporting, planning, and performance processes within clinics. In this role, you’ll play a key part in shaping and analysing sales incentive plans, as well as supporting wider forecasting and planning activities to ensure financial outputs are accurate, timely, and insightful. What you'll need to succeed • You will be a fully qualified Accountant (CIPFA/ACA/CIMA/ACCA) or exceptional QBE with relevant experience in a similar role., • Must be proficient in data manipulation., • Advanced Excel and knowledge of MS Access essential., • Must have strong stakeholder management skills – will have sensitive conversations around target setting etc, so need to be confident when dealing with pushback., • Experience of working with sales incentive plans and measuring against targets is ideal., • Knowledge of process mapping would be useful in this role.What you'll get in return, • Fantastic opportunity to join an established organisation with a great team environment, • Flexible hybrid working and a competitive rate of up to £400 per day.

The Opportunity\n\nA forward-thinking organisation in the Social Housing sector is seeking a highly skilled Finance Manager to lead its business partnering function and provide expert financial insight across the organisation.\n\nThis is a pivotal role reporting directly to the Finance Director, ideal for a proactive, relationship-driven finance professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys influencing strategic decision-making.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nLead the finance business partnering function, building strong relationships across departments.\n\t\nProduce high‑quality monthly management accounts, budget updates, and financial reporting packs.\n\t\nProvide analysis, commentary and scenario planning to support strategic decisions.\n\t\nLead the annual budget setting process and contribute to long-term financial planning.\n\t\nOversee financial controls, reporting systems and process improvements, driving efficiency and automation.\n\t\nProduce and present financial papers for Executive and Board‑level stakeholders.\n\t\nSupport payroll reporting and liaise closely with People Services on monthly reconciliations.\n\t\nProvide training, guidance, and challenge to budget holders to ensure strong financial accountability.\n\nAbout You\n\nWe’re looking for a confident, influential finance professional who can bring clarity, insight, and leadership to an established finance team.\n\nYou will have:\n\nCCAB qualification (or equivalent experience at senior finance level).\n\t\nExperiuencegained in Social Housing sector \n\t\nStrong technical accounting knowledge, including an understanding of FRS102/SORP.\n\t\nExperience in producing management accounts, budgets, forecasts and business partnering outputs.\n\t\nExcellent Excel and financial modelling skills.\n\t\nProven experience leading or mentoring a team.\n\t\nAbility to work independently, manage competing priorities and communicate clearly at all levels.\n\t\nStrong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence non-finance colleagues.\n\nWhy Apply?\n\nThis organisation offers a positive, inclusive culture and a genuine commitment to professional development. Benefits include:\n\nUp to 34 days’ annual leave (plus bank holidays)\n\t\nHybrid & flexible working\n\t\nGenerous pension scheme\n\t\nHealth & wellbeing benefits\n\t\nLeadership exposure in a well-regarded, values-driven organisation

Legal Secretary / Executive Assistant\n\nPermanent | Hybrid – 50% WFH / 50% Office Based\n\nManchester\n\nInsurance Department\n\nAre you an experienced Legal Secretary / Executive Assistant looking for your next challenge? Our client, a prestigious top 50 UK law firm, is seeking a proactive and highly organised Legal Secretary / Executive Assistant to join their Real Estate team.\n\nThe Role\n\nAs a Legal Secretary / Executive Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting a team of lawyers within the firm’s busy Insurance department. Your responsibilities will include managing complex diaries, coordinating meetings and travel arrangements, assisting with business development activities, and providing exceptional client service. You will also support financial administration, including billing and reporting, while working closely with internal support teams such as Document Production, Administrative Assistants, and Business Services.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nProvide high-level administrative and executive support, ensuring smooth daily operations across the Insurance team.\n\nManage busy diaries, meetings, travel arrangements, and client appointments.\n\nAssist with business development initiatives, including events, marketing materials, and legal directory submissions.\n\nOversee financial processes such as billing, proformas, and reporting.\n\nEnsure compliance procedures are followed, including conflict checks and matter risk assessments.\n\nBuild and maintain strong relationships both internally and externally.\n\nCollaborate with internal departments to deliver excellent client service.\n\nIdeal Candidate\n\nOur client is looking for an experienced, professional, and adaptable individual with previous experience in a professional services or legal environment. You will be confident managing multiple priorities, thrive in a fast-paced setting, and have a proactive approach to organisation and communication.\n\nSkills and Attributes\n\nPrevious experience as a Legal Secretary / Executive Assistant, ideally within a legal setting.\n\nExcellent organisational and multitasking abilities, with the capacity to manage competing deadlines.\n\nStrong communication skills, both written and verbal.\n\nExceptional attention to detail and accuracy.\n\nAbility to manage tasks independently while collaborating effectively within a wider team.\n\nExperience in financial administration, including billing and reporting, is advantageous.\n\nConfident using digital tools and internal systems to support client and matter management.\n\nWhat’s on Offer\n\nThe role offers a competitive salary and benefits package. You’ll join a collaborative, inclusive team within a highly respected UK law firm that values personal growth and professional development.\n\nWhy Join This Firm?\n\nThis is a fantastic opportunity to work with a top-tier UK law firm that champions collaboration, innovation, and exceptional client service. With a strong reputation and a supportive working culture, the firm offers an excellent platform for career progression and long-term development.\n\nIf you’re a motivated Executive Assistant looking to contribute to a dynamic Insurance team, this role could be the perfect fit.\n\nHow to Apply\n\nIf you’re interested in this opportunity, apply today. Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Accounts Assistant\n\nLocation: Salford\nSalary: Competitive (depending on experience)\nJob Type: Full-time, Permanent\n\nAbout Us\n\nLangfields is a leading engineering and manufacturing business delivering high-quality solutions across multiple sectors. With a strong reputation for excellence and innovation, we are continuing to grow and are looking for a motivated Accounts Assistant to join our finance team.\n\nThe Role\n\nWe are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Assistant to support the financial operations of our group. This is a varied role offering exposure to multiple entities, providing an excellent opportunity to develop your accounting skills in a fast-paced environment.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nFinancial Reporting & Cashflow\n\n * Assist with preparation and management of group and entity-level cashflows\n\n * Support weekly and month-end reporting processes\n\n * Analyse financial data to support business decisions\n\nReconciliations & Controls\n\n * Perform balance sheet reconciliations across group companies\n\n * Complete bank and credit card reconciliations\n\n * Process employee expenses\n\n * Support payroll-related accounting, including PAYE journals\n\nInvoicing & Intercompany\n\n * Prepare and reconcile intercompany invoices\n\n * Maintain intercompany accounting records and matrices\n\n * Manage subcontractor and specialist invoicing\n\nMonth-End & General Support\n\n * Assist with month-end reporting and documentation\n\n * Provide support on ad-hoc finance tasks and projects\n\nAbout You\n\nEssential Skills & Experience\n\n * Previous experience in a finance or accounts role\n\n * Strong understanding of reconciliations and accounting processes\n\n * Good Excel skills\n\n * High attention to detail and accuracy\n\n * Full right to work in the UK\n\nDesirable\n\n * Experience working in a multi-entity or group structure\n\n * Exposure to intercompany accounting\n\nPersonal Attributes\n\n * Highly organised with the ability to meet multiple deadlines\n\n * Proactive and able to work independently\n\n * Strong communication and teamwork skills\n\n * Reliable, professional, and takes ownership of tasks\n\nWhat We Offer\n\n * Competitive salary\n\n * Opportunities for professional development\n\n * Supportive and collaborative team environment\n\n * Exposure to a growing and dynamic business\n\nHow to Apply\n\nIf you’re looking to develop your career in finance within a growing engineering business, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV

Interim Year-End Accountant /Senior Finance Manager | Manchester / Hybrid | Housing | Flexible / Potential Part-Time\n\nWe are supporting a housing association in Manchester in appointing a Senior Finance Manager to suppport as Interim Year-End Accountant, providing hands-on support and mentorship during a critical period.\n\nThe Role\n\nThis is a unique opportunity combining technical year-end delivery with a mentoring and coaching element. You will work closely with the Financial Controller to ensure a smooth and well-managed year-end.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nLead on taking final accounts through to completion\n\t\nPrepare statutory accounts files and supporting notes for 2 entities\n\t\nSupport the Financial Controller in managing the year-end and audit process\n\t\nProvide hands-on mentoring and guidance, including “show and tell” support where needed\n\t\nEnsure all adjustments and updates are accurately reflected in the finance system\n\t\nWork collaboratively with the wider finance team to maintain strong financial control\n\nAbout You\n\nFully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)\n\t\nProven experience delivering year-end within a housing association (essential)\n\t\nStrong technical accounting knowledge, including statutory reporting\n\t\nConfident supporting and mentoring finance staff through complex processes\n\t\nAble to balance a hands-on approach with a supportive, coaching style\n\nWorking Arrangements\n\nManchester-based organisation with flexible hybrid working\n\t\nRegular on-site presence preferred to support the mentoring aspect\n\t\nFlexible working pattern – not necessarily full-time\n\nWhy Apply?\n\nIf you’re a technically strong housing finance professional who enjoys supporting others and can step in quickly, we’d love to hear from you.\n\t\nBlend of technical delivery and people development

Management Accountant | Manchester | Onsite with flexible hours (10:00 - 16:00) | £45,000 - £55,000 + 25 days holiday + benefits | Retail/FMCG\n\nWe're working with a high-growth, digitally-led ecommerce business that has built a strong global presence through trend-driven product lines and a loyal online customer base. With new ranges launching regularly and continued expansion across multiple markets, the business is entering an exciting phase of scale.\n\nAs a result, they're looking to bring in a Management Accountant to support the finance team and play a key role in delivering accurate reporting and meaningful commercial insight.\n\nThe Role\n\nProducing monthly management accounts across the group, including detailed variance analysis\nPreparing board-level reporting packs for senior leadership\nContributing to the ongoing enhancement of month-end close processes\nReviewing performance across products, channels, and regions to identify trends and key drivers\nDelivering actionable insights to support business decisions and improve profitability\nPartnering with internal teams to manage budgets, control costs, and track spend\nAssisting with statutory reporting requirements and year-end audit activity\nCompleting balance sheet reconciliations and handling additional analysis as required \n\nAbout You\n\nFully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACA or ACCA)\nHighly proficient in Excel, comfortable working with large data sets\nAround 5 years' experience within a commercial finance environment\nAble to manage deadlines effectively in a fast-moving setting\nStrong attention to detail with a proactive, solutions-focused approach\nConfident communicator, able to work cross-functionally\nExposure to AI or automation tools within finance would be beneficial \n\nWhat's on Offer\n\n£45,000 - £55,000 + bonus scheme\n25 days holiday + bank holidays + your birthday off\nOn-site role with flexibility around core working hours (10-4)\nEnhanced pension and healthcare cash plan\nImproved maternity and sick pay policies\nCycle to work scheme\nGenerous staff discount across multiple brands\nFree on-site gym access\nSocial events and a well-stocked office\nGenuine scope to develop as the business continues to grow \n\nZachary Daniels and our client are both equal opportunity employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.\n\nZachary Daniels is a Niche, National & International Recruitment Consultancy. \n\nSpecialising in Buying, Merchandising & Ecommerce | Design, Technical, Wholesale & Production | Finance | HR & Talent | H&S & Compliance | Marketing, Digital & Technology | Property & Centre Management | Retail, Trade, Leisure & Wholesale Operations | Senior Appointments & Exec | Sales | Supply Chain & Logistics\n\nBBBH35857\n\n** NOTE - All emails from will be sent from the following domain @(url removed) & we will never contact you via WhatsApp without calling you prior nor would we ever ask for any financial information

Commercial Valuations Surveyor - Manchester Your new company A fantastic client-side opportunity has become available based in the centre of Manchester working in the commercial sector for a Valuations Surveyor. You don't need to be chartered but need to demonstrate experience in commercial valuations. Role profile ● Production of quarterly valuations to monitor and track business progress, detailing the reasons for the movement against prior forecasts and the budget. ● Production of the detailed forecast for each budget. Presenting this to the regional leads. ● Assist with the audit and the production of the Director’s valuations at year-end in order to achieve the net worth target. ● Work with external valuers in order for them to produce the year-end valuations. ● Coach and empower colleagues on key valuation concepts and scenario tools to ensure the accurate delivery of forecasts. ● Lead the quarterly meetings with each regional team. ● Run valuation scenarios when needed for colleagues and provide sound valuation advice, recommendations and solutions on how to best maximise value. ● Assist with the refinance and the necessary information requests our lenders require. ● Model disposal valuations using relevant comparables. ● Analyse investments using market data and comparables to form a view on yields and pricing. ● Support with development appraisals ensuring assumptions and valuation approach are in keeping with the market. ● Analyse all deals working out the net effective rent. Systems & Process: ● Argus Enterprise software ● Production of the monthly datatape ● Build reports in Salesforce to streamline monthly reporting, bank reporting and other areas of analysis Person profile ● Ideally 3+ years experience within valuations● An analytical approach, strong excel skills & data management ● Experience within Argus would be advantageous but not essential. ● Stakeholder management and the ability to build relationships with internal departments and external partners Benefits ● 25 days holiday – plus your birthday ● Buy & sell more holidays if needed ● Sabbatical of up to 12 months so you can take a career break after five years ● Up to 8% matched pension scheme ● Enhanced maternity & paternity leave – plus baby bonus ● Free colleague share scheme starting at 5% of your annual salary each year (subject to hitting profit targets set the previous year) ● Discounts & cashback at leading retailers ● Life assurance / death in service ● Rewards for long service ● Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 access to mental health, legal & financial support, including counselling ● Free healthcare cash plan for all colleagues so you can claim back medical expenses like optical, dentist & physiotherapy. ● Free private healthcare cover on an opt-in basis ● Cycle to work scheme● Car park discounts 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. # 4753753

Interim Management Accountant (3–6 Month Contract) - £180 to £200 per day – Manchester (2 days in the office / 3 at home) \n\nWe are currently recruiting for an Interim Management Accountant to support the finance function on a 3 to 6 month contract in a thriving business based in Manchester.\n\nThis is a hands-on role covering multiple territories, ideal for someone who can quickly embed themselves into a fast-paced environment and provide immediate support across core finance activities.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\nPreparation of monthly management accounts across various territories\n\t\nSupporting the month-end close process, ensuring deadlines are met\n\t\nReviewing payroll processes for accuracy and completeness\n\t\nOverseeing and reviewing payment runs\n\t\nManaging and processing weekly bank payments\n\t\nPerforming balance sheet reconciliations\n\t\nAssisting with audit requirements, ensuring progress is maintained and deadlines are met\n\t\nProviding financial insight and support to stakeholders where required\n\nRequirements:\n\nExperience in a Assistant Management Accountant or Management Accountant role\n\t\nStrong understanding of month-end processes and financial reporting\n\t\nExperience reviewing payroll and payment processes\n\t\nHighly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities\n\t\nComfortable working across multiple entities or territories\n\t\nAvailable to start at short notice\n\nDetails:\n\nContract: 3–6 months\n\t\nStart: Immediate / short notice preferred\n\nThis is a great opportunity for a proactive finance professional looking to make an impact in a dynamic and evolving business

This is an excellent opportunity to start your analytics career within a large, well‑established financial services organisation that has invested heavily in its data and analytics capability. Data sits at the heart of decision‑making, and the business has a strong track record of developing analysts from graduate level through to senior roles. The team sits within a newly formed Retail Pricing & Analytics function, which is growing and evolving. Once fully staffed, the wider analytics group will be around 20 people, offering strong peer support, mentoring, and long‑term progression. Manchester – Hybrid (2 days in office, moving to 3 by end of year) Salary: £30,000 Where you’ll sit • Part of a Retail Pricing & Analytics function, • Embedded in one of four core Retail teams:, • Risk & regulatory reporting, • Service / operations & complaints, • Claims data & insight, • Performance / trading analytics, • Working closely with senior analysts, managers, and an advanced analytics function (data science–led), • A team with a strong graduate culture — many current senior analysts and managers started as graduates here The role The Graduate Insight Analyst acts as a bridge between the Data function and the wider business. Most of your work will be outside of Power BI. The focus is on understanding business questions, breaking them down logically, preparing and structuring data, and writing code to reach a solution. Power BI is then used to tell the story rather than do all the heavy lifting. What you’ll be doing • Working with business stakeholders to understand reporting and insight needs, • Breaking down ambiguous or complex problems into clear, logical steps, • Manipulating and preparing data using Python (Databricks environment), • Working within existing DevOps code repositories, • Contributing to a trusted “gold layer” of standardised data, • Producing insight that feeds into Power BI dashboards, • Partnering closely with senior analysts and managers for learning and development What they’re looking for Core requirements (critical) • Strong logical reasoning and problem‑solving skills, • Degree in a numerical or analytical subject, such as:, • Maths, • Physics, • Engineering, • Economics, • Similar disciplines, • Some exposure to coding or statistics:, • Python preferred, • R or MATLAB acceptable from degree work, • Ability to explain how you would approach a problem, not just write code Nice to have • Internships, placements, or relevant work experience, • Experience working with multiple datasets, • Examples of academic or commercial problem‑solving What success looks like In the first few months, you’ll be able to: • Take simple business requests and understand the data behind them, • Begin building coding solutions with support from senior team members, • Use Power BI to communicate insight clearly, • Show steady improvement in:, • logical thinking, • coding confidence, • business understanding Training & development • Structured training in Python and Power BI, • On‑the‑job domain learning, • Buddy system within the team, • Access to certifications and learning resources, • Demonstrated, realistic progression paths Location & culture • Manchester‑based role, • Hybrid working:, • Currently 2 days per week in office, • Moving to 3 days by end of year, • No fixed days — flexible, • Young, social office with many graduates and junior analysts, • Many choose to come into the office more than required, • Occasional fully‑expensed travel to a second UK office (roughly quarterly, usually social) Why apply • Strong, recognisable financial services organisation, • Genuine graduate development culture, • Managers who progressed internally, • Analytics role focused on thinking and problem‑solving, not just dashboards, • Collaborative, supportive team environment, • Clear long‑term career opportunities