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Deputy Head of Finance Location: Carlisle Working Hours: 08:30-17:00, Monday-Friday Salary: Competitive Salary + benefits About the Role We are looking for a commercially focused and resilient Deputy Head of Finance to join our fast-paced manufacturing environment at 2 Sisters Food Group. This is a key leadership role within the finance function, supporting operational and strategic decision-making across site performance. Working closely with both the Head of Finance and Site Director, you will play a critical role in driving financial control, improving performance, and supporting the wider leadership team in a high-pressure FMCG manufacturing environment. This role would suit an experienced finance professional who understands the realities of large-scale manufacturing - where operational challenges can directly impact weekly P&L performance and where agility, commercial awareness, and strong leadership are essential. Key Responsibilities • Support the Head of Finance in delivering accurate and timely financial reporting and analysis., • Partner with operational teams to drive performance and cost control across the site., • Assist with strategic planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes., • Provide clear financial insight to support operational decision-making., • Lead, manage, and develop members of the finance team., • Prioritise workload effectively within a fast-moving FMCG environment., • Present financial information confidently to both finance and non-finance stakeholders., • Support continuous improvement initiatives across finance and operations. About You • Fully qualified accountant with 5+ years post-qualification experience., • Proven experience within an FMCG or manufacturing environment., • Strong strategic planning and commercial finance experience., • Confident presenter with the ability to influence and collaborate across wider business teams., • Demonstrated people management experience, including delegation and workload prioritisation., • Able to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure operational environment. Why Join Us? • Work for one of the UK's largest food manufacturers with a proud legacy - from launching the UK's first ready meals to driving modern innovation., • Be part of a team that values integrity, respect, and continuous improvement., • Work in a collaborative, values-driven environment where your voice matters., • Enjoy a competitive salary, opportunities for real career development and a benefits package that includes:, • Up to 33 days Annual Leave including Bank Holidays, • Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme and Grocery Aid, offering confidential support services 365 days a year, • Company Pension Scheme, • Boparan Restaurant Group Discount, • Cycle2Work Scheme #meals01

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Deputy Head of Finance Location: Carlisle Working Hours: 08:30-17:00, Monday-Friday Salary: Competitive Salary + benefits About the Role We are looking for a commercially focused and resilient Deputy Head of Finance to join our fast-paced manufacturing environment at 2 Sisters Food Group. This is a key leadership role within the finance function, supporting operational and strategic decision-making across site performance. Working closely with both the Head of Finance and Site Director, you will play a critical role in driving financial control, improving performance, and supporting the wider leadership team in a high-pressure FMCG manufacturing environment. This role would suit an experienced finance professional ...

Head of Accounts Payable Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 per annum + Benefits Full time, Permanent role Location: Cumbria (Hybrid - 3 days per week in the office) Client Details We are seeking an experienced and proactive Head of Accounts Payable to lead our Procure-to-Pay (P2P) and cash management functions. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing organisation and play a key role in driving process excellence, standardisation and continuous improvement across the finance function. Description The key responsibilities of a Head of Accounts Payable will include: Lead the end-to-end Accounts Payable and Procure-to-Pay process, ensuring timely invoice processing, approvals, and supplier payments. Oversee the cash management cycle, including accounting, reconciliation, forecasting, and reporting. Take ownership of the Purchase Order system, driving consistency, compliance, and standardisation across the business. Lead automation and technology projects to improve efficiency and strengthen financial controls. Produce accurate reporting, including AP ageing, accruals, payment forecasts, and management information. Develop and monitor KPIs for the P2P and cash management functions, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement. Manage team resources effectively to ensure key deadlines are met, particularly during month-end close and payment runs. Support the month-end process by reviewing site performance against budget and posting relevant journals. Conduct regular reviews of transactions, identifying potential capital expenditure and prepayment adjustments where required. Coach, develop, and support team members, ensuring the finance function continues to evolve in line with organisational growth. Profile The Successful Head of Accounts Payable will include: Previous experience leading Accounts Payable, Procure-to-Pay, or transactional finance teams. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build relationships across all areas of the business. Experience working with ERP systems, ideally within a complex or multi-site environment. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and strong financial systems knowledge. A proven track record of delivering process improvements, automation projects, and operational efficiencies. The ability to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines within a fast-paced environment. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail. Job Offer A salary between £50,000 - £60,000 per annum Hybrid working - 3 days in office, 2 days working from home Generous annual leave entitlement with option to buy more Flexible core hours Pension Free on site car parking Great company culture with opportunities to progress

As Interim Head of Finance Business Partnering, you will lead a high-performing finance team, overseeing budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance reporting across both revenue and capital. A proven track record of leading finance business partnering teams in a complex, regulated environment

An established organisation in Devon is seeking an experienced Interim Head of Finance & Governance to provide senior financial leadership and ensure robust financial management, compliance, and governance during a period of transition. Interim Head of Finance job in Devon. Interim Head of Finance &

Reporting to and working closely with the Country MD, you will have oversight of all financial activities within the UK, including Financial Planning and Analysis, Financial accounting, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Treasury. Act as the lead Finance Business Partner the UK Managing Dire

You will lead a team of Divisional UK Heads of Finance based at various UK locations. Head of Commercial Finance, FMCG / Food, Remote with UK wide travel, £100,000 to £120000 plus Bonus. This role is highly commercial and partners divisional MD's and directly leads a number of commercial finance t

Interim Head of Finance Rate: £550 - £750 per day Contract: Interim, Full-time Location: North East (Hybrid/Remote Working) We are seeking an Interim Head of Finance to join a Local Authority for a six-month assignment. Ensure the Council's accounting systems and procedures compl

An established organisation in Devon is seeking an experienced Interim Head of Finance & Governance to provide senior financial leadership and ensure robust financial management, compliance, and governance during a period of transition. Interim Head of Finance & Governance. Acting as the lead financ

You'll pro-actively support the Development Finance Director in providing high-level advice and strategic guidance to Group and subsidiary Boards and the Investment Committee on all matters of development finance and investment, deputising for the Development Finance Director as and when required. H

The Head of Commercial Finance will provide both insight and constructive challenge to ensure business leaders develop, agree, and deliver ambitious, strategically aligned, and financially disciplined plans. Deliver timely, insightful management information and develop reporting tools and dashboards

The key responsibilities of a Head of Accounts Payable will include:. We are seeking an experienced and proactive Head of Accounts Payable to lead our Procure-to-Pay (P2P) and cash management functions. Location: Cumbria (Hybrid - 3 days per week in the office).

We are recruiting a Global Head of Business Development to support our world renowned Finance practice. A&O Shearman's finance team is renowned as one of the strongest and deepest in the world, with top-tier lawyers located in all the major markets and extensive experience across the spectrum of com

Vivid Resourcing are working with a respected Charity in the North West and are looking to help them find an interim Head of Finance for an initial 6 months. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Leading all financial management, budgeting, forecasting and management reporting • Overseeing statutory acc

A not-for-profit organisation based in the Lake District is seeking an Interim Head of Finance to join on an initial 3-4 month contract starting in July. Supporting the Board of Trustees and attending finance and risk committee meetings. Are you an experienced finance leader looking for an opportuni

Reporting to the Finance Director, you will be a key member of the finance leadership team, responsible for ensuring robust financial control, compliance, and reporting across the business. Drive process improvements and control enhancements across the finance function. Strong knowledge of IFRS and

Accountable for the commercial financial strategy for the business and supporting the CCO in financial value creation - Oversee weekly and monthly operations financial reporting processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness and which are action-oriented - Design, implement and continuously improve r

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior finance professional with strong law firm experience, solid knowledge of SRA Accounts Rules, and the ability to operate in both a strategic and hands-on capacity within a growing firm. COFA, ensuring full compliance with the Solicitors Accounts Rules, wh

Lead the preparation of annual budgets and financial statements, ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements Provide data for financial projections and long term business planning support, including maintenance of 30 year financial models and cashflow forecasts Ensure consistent a

Newton Maxwell Recruitment is seeking a highly organised Personal Assistant to support the Head of Legal in Central London.

UK Export Finance is seeking a Head of Internal Audit to provide independent assurance and advisory services. This position is based in Westminster or Leeds and offers opportunities to influence governance and risk management practices.

Harmonic Finance™ in London is seeking a Head of FP&A to lead financial planning and analysis for a fast-growing consumer brand. This role requires experience in commercial finance, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in financial modeling and Excel. The position offers a hybrid working patt

An exciting opportunity for an experienced and commercially driven sales leader as a Head of Desk within the Corporate Sales function at a high-growth FX and payments business. Monitor and control sales-related expenditure to support profitable growth. Proficient in CRM systems and sales enablement

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior finance professional with strong law firm experience, solid knowledge of SRA Accounts Rules, and the ability to operate in both a strategic and hands-on capacity within a growing firm. COFA, ensuring full compliance with the Solicitors Accounts Rules, wh

IT finance lead or as a commercial finance leader with significant exposure to technology spend, ERP implementation, or digital transformation governance. Track delivery of key projects, managing data outputs to bring clarity to the business and support decision-making. Partner with global team’s

Not your typical Head of Finance role…. The HBP Group, a £14m, 100+ employee tech-led business, is looking for a hands-on, forward-thinking Head of Finance to step into a newly created role and take the function to the next level. Developing a brilliant, loyal finance team.

We're hiring a Head of Finance — and this isn't your typical finance role. Media or creator economy experience is a bonus, as is US finance ops knowledge — but neither is essential if you've got the drive and the fundamentals. Our client is one of the UK's most exciting media companies, scaling

Recognised as one of Europe’s fastest-growing tech businesses, they have consistently featured in major growth rankings and continue to scale internationally, with the majority of revenue coming from outside the UK. This is initially a contract position for 9 months starting ASAP and candidates mu

Professional Finance Qualification (e. Take full ownership of the business model, ensuring cost-to-serve methodologies and Activity-Based Costing (ABC) principles are robust, transparent, and accurately reflected. Ensure data pipelines and allocation methodologies are aligned across Finance and Tech

Head of AP, Billing & Credit Control | Interim | London. A well-known, design-led business with 60+ UK locations needs an experienced Head of AP, Billing & Credit Control on an interim basis. This is a strong interim opportunity for a senior transactional finance leader.

Senior leadership role in Finance to provide commercial insight and drive strategic decision-making and financial performance.

The Head of Finance will provide financial and operational leadership to the Liverpool Royal Court Theatre, reporting to the Chief Executive.

Oversees financial operations, reporting, and analysis for a construction company, including management accounts, cash flow, and compliance.

Seeking a Deputy Head of Finance for a fast-paced manufacturing company, this is a leadership role supporting operational and strategic decisions.

A qualified accountant is sought to lead the finance function of a prestigious Oxford academic institution, overseeing financial operations, reporting, and strategic support, managing a team and a core finance system.

Head of Finance (Permanent Role) | Major Infrastructure & Construction | Suffolk / London (Hybrid - 2-3 Days per Week on Site in Suffolk) | £118,000. While professional experience and qualifications are key for this role, make sure to check you have the preferable soft skills before applying if req

Key Responsibilities Strategic & Leadership · Act as a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, contributing to overall business strategy · Partner closely with Sales, Direct-to-Consumer, and Operations teams to drive performance · Lead the annual budgeting process and ongoing reforecasting · D

Head of Finance – Lead Strategic Finance, HR, and Site Management – Newham This Secondary School, located in Newham, is seeking a highly skilled and strategic Head of Finance to join our senior support team, starting in January 2026. Salary Paid to Inner London Support Staff Leadership Scale (Hi

Event Management of brand related tradeshows and external events Skills & Competencies Demonstrable experience of using HubSpot for email marketing, automated campaigns, CMS management and reporting Campaign management and reporting Strong leadership ability Able to work to tight deadlines and fact