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Axon Moore is delighted to be partnering with a highly successful, private equity-backed business to recruit an experienced Senior Finance Business Partner. This is a high-profile appointment within a fast-paced, ambitious organisation, offering significant exposure to the executive leadership team and the opportunity to influence strategic decision-making.You will act as a trusted commercial finance partner to C-suite stakeholders, providing financial insight, challenging business performance and supporting key strategic initiatives. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially focused qualified accountant looking to make a genuine impact within a growing business. The role offers a hybrid working pattern of 2 days in the office and 3 days working from home.The RoleKey responsibilities will include:\n\n • Business partner senior leadership and C-suite stakeholders, providing strategic financial support and commercial insight.\n, • Lead budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning across key business functions.\n, • Deliver meaningful analysis to support strategic decision-making, investment appraisal and business performance.\n, • Develop robust financial models to support forecasting, commercial initiatives and growth plans.\n, • Analyse financial and operational performance, identifying trends, risks and opportunities.\n, • Challenge assumptions and forecasts to improve decision quality and forecasting accuracy.\n, • Support the development of business cases for strategic projects and investment opportunities.\n, • Produce high-quality reporting and presentations for Executive and Board-level meetings.\n, • Drive continuous improvement across FP&A processes, reporting and planning.\n, • Mentor and support junior members of the finance team where appropriate.\n, • Play a key role in finance transformation and wider business improvement initiatives.\nThe PersonThe successful candidate will be:\n\n, • ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified.\n, • An experienced Finance Business Partner, Commercial Finance Manager or FP&A professional.\n, • Able to demonstrate strong commercial acumen and the ability to influence senior stakeholders.\n, • Experienced in budgeting, forecasting, financial modelling and strategic planning.\n, • Comfortable presenting financial information to Executive and Board-level audiences.\n, • Highly analytical with excellent communication and relationship-building skills.\n, • Proactive, commercially minded and confident challenging business performance.\n, • Experienced operating within a fast-paced, high-growth environment.\n, • Previous experience within a private equity-backed business would be advantageous but is not essential.\n, • Strong Excel skills are essential, with experience of Power BI or other reporting tools considered beneficial.\nWhat's on Offer\n\n, • High-profile role with direct exposure to the Executive leadership team.\n, • Opportunity to influence strategic business decisions.\n, • Hybrid working (2 days office / 3 days home).\n, • Clear progression opportunities within an ambitious, growing organisation.\n, • A collaborative, commercially focused finance function where your input will genuinely shape business performance.\nAxon Moore is a leading specialist Accountancy & Finance Recruitment Consultancy. We recruit from Part-Qualified through to CFO level across Lancashire and the wider North West. If this opportunity is of interest, or you would like to discuss your career options in confidence, please apply now or contact George Oyston at Axon Moore for a confidential conversation.

Axon Moore are delighted to be partnering with a growing, private equity-backed business to recruit a Financial Controller into its finance leadership team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced finance professional to take ownership of the management accounts function, strengthen financial controls and drive improvements across the wider finance operation. The successful candidate will lead a high-quality, commercially focused finance function, delivering accurate and timely reporting, insightful business partnering and robust end-to-end financial processes. Key Responsibilities include:\n\n • Lead finance operations across management accounts, accounts payable, bank reconciliations and cash management.\n, • Own and streamline the month end close process, ensuring accurate, timely and well controlled reporting across multiple entities.\n, • Produce insightful consolidated monthly management accounts aligned to the needs of the wider business.\n, • Drive working capital performance through effective cash flow forecasting, payment management, stock control and banking processes.\n, • Develop a strong understanding of cost of sales and gross profit across the business, identifying opportunities for improvement.\n, • Deliver detailed profitability reporting across sites, services and cost centres to support senior leadership decision-making.\n, • Partner with departmental and operational leaders on budgets, forecasts and financial performance.\n, • Provide clear and commercially focused P&L and cash flow analysis, identifying opportunities to improve profitability.\n, • Strengthen the financial control environment through robust processes, reconciliations and governance.\n, • Lead and deliver finance process improvements, including opportunities to automate and digitise processes and systems.\n, • Manage, develop and motivate the finance team, ensuring high standards of performance and service delivery.\n, • Support senior finance leaders with ad-hoc analysis, projects and wider strategic initiatives.\nEssential experience:\n\n, • ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent qualification, with significant post-qualification experience.\n, • Strong technical accounting knowledge, including month-end close, financial reporting and financial controls.\n, • Proven experience leading finance operations and driving process improvements within a fast-paced environment.\n, • Experience managing and developing finance teams, with a focus on performance and service delivery.\n, • A strong track record of business partnering with operational leaders and senior stakeholders.\n, • Advanced Excel skills and strong experience with financial reporting tools.\n, • Experience working with integrated finance/ERP systems.\n, • Demonstrable experience improving, automating and digitising finance systems and processes to increase efficiency, accuracy and control.\n, • A proactive, inquisitive and commercially focused approach, with the ability to turn financial information into meaningful business insight.\nThis is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing, PE-backed organisation at an exciting stage of its development. The role offers significant scope to influence the finance function, improve processes and controls, and work closely with senior stakeholders to drive business performance.Our local Lancashire Axon Moore team recruit all accounting and finance roles from CFO to transactional finance on both a temporary and permanent basis. For more information about this role or our wider team, please contact Kat Goulding on or on . INDFIN

This highly innovative manufacturing business trades internationally and has a reputation for developing market leading products. Led by an experienced team of industry experts they have a strong R&D focus which enables them to be at the forefront of new developments in their sector and with the ability to design, manufacture and distribute on site they offer a complete service to their customers. Currently gearing up for further growth they have identified a new role for a Finance Manager with a proven track record of driving profitability through operational efficiency. Much of the routine financial reporting will continue to be outsourced so this position is all about providing financial support and analysis, managing margins and driving out cost with a view to improving performance. This stand alone role will report directly into the site MD and will involve close interaction with the other Directors and department senior managers, excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to positively challenge and multi task between projects will therefore be essential qualities for this position. The key responsibilities will include: \n \n\n • Devise, measure and report on financial and operational KPI’s\n, • Produce reports monthly and for quarterly board meetings\n, • Improving data management and IT applications\n, • Reporting on performance and project profitability\n, • Management of cost centre P&L’s\n, • Preparing budgets and forecasts\n, • Management of WIP, gross margins, wastage etc.\n\n \n As this is a new role the position would suit someone able to implement new processes, drive continuous improvement and deliver change in a positive manner. The ideal candidate for the Finance Manager position would have a high level of comfort with multiple IT applications (ideally ERP systems), the ability to export and analyse data in Excel and translate this into something meaningful for non-finance managers. The position would suit an experienced Management / Project Accountant with an engineering or manufacturing background who would enjoy an operational role where their efforts have a real impact on decision making at all levels within the business. You will be joining an ambitious team based in a modern office environment and will play a vital role in the continued success and expansion of this business.

About The RoleRight across infrastructure, theres a requirement to not only maintain, but also renew and reimagine. Whatever stage youre at in your career, with us youll have an opportunity to grow and develop. Delivering essential infrastructure services for life, while being safety first, and client and customer centric in a friendly, fun and respectful environment where you are encouraged to thrive.Where will you be working?We help our clients safeguard the water supply, improve environmental performance and manage demand for future generations. We enhance and extend asset life, ensuring compliance with water quality and environmental standards. Were problem solvers with over 140 years of combined experience in engineering and infrastructure.This role will be within our Water and wastewater capital project delivery team. Our teams deliver large-scale capital programmes aimed at keeping water infrastructure resilient for the long-term while protecting the environment.Want to be a part of it?What will you be doing?Working collaboratively with other functions from design through construction to commissioning you will support teams to discharge their roles under CDM Regulations and assist in the early identification and mitigation of risk strategies. Proactively engage with construction managers, team leaders and site operatives to identify solutions and maintain mandatory standards while striving for continual improvement.Review RAMS, Lift Plans, CPPs including those of sub-contractors and regularly inspect work locations, carrying out site inspections, audits, competency checks and incident investigations.Participate in site/project meetings, supporting operational teams.Assisting project delivery teams in preparing and reviewing site documentation, CPPs, RAMS, COSHH Assessments etc.You will support teams providing advice and guidance, and assist in the development and delivery of inductions, toolbox talks and & safety briefings.Assist the SHEW manager with collation, analysis of HSE performance data, reports, identify trends, propose improvements, and contribute to reviews.You will have the opportunity to suggest, communicate and promote improvement initiatives, promoting innovation and different ways of working, together with monitoring compliance with both MGroup and our clients requirements.What youll bring Previous experience as a Health & Safety Advisor in a construction environment (Utilities, EUSR and SHEA Water experience preferable).Be proactive and solutions-focused, Detail-oriented with the ability to influence others, Confident in challenging unsafe behaviours and supporting culture change, Able to work independently and as part of a team.Computer literate using Microsoft, Excel, Teams and other applicable HSE and client systems.NEBOSH with appropriate Construction Skills Card and Streetworks.Experience supporting Principal Designer and Principal Contractor responsibilities and duties as required by CDM regulations.Valid UK licence.Whats in it for you?We offer a range of benefits designed to support your life in and out of work, some of which include; Contributory pension schemeOnline GP service, 24 hours a day, 365 days a yearEmployee assistance programmeMy Rewards portal, access to 1000s of retail discountsLife assuranceCycle to work, salary finance and give as you earn schemesEnhanced maternity, paternity leave and adoption leaveReward and recognition schemeRecommend a friend get rewarded for introducing people to us!In addition, this role offers; Company car and fuel card with a range of EV and hybrid vehicles to choose fromMy Car Choice our salary sacrifice EV/ Hybrid car schemePrivate health care single coverHealth Care Cash Plan, giving you the ability to claim back medical expenses for things like dental, eyecare and physiotherapy and much more!25 days annual leave plus bank holidaysDiscretionary bonus schemeAbout usWe want to be an employer of choice and a great place to work, attracting diverse and talented people, who join us and make a difference. Were one of the Top 100 UK companies actively supporting and recruiting army veterans. Our ENABLE inclusion networks bring together people who have a shared passion, to help create an environment where everyone belongs.Our values help to shape our culture and how we work with one another. We recruit with these values in mind, to ensure your aspirations, and ways of working, align with ours. Were responsible and go further for our people, clients, communities and the planetWere open and seek new and better ways of exceeding expectationsWere together and as one team; the whole is greater than the sum of the partsWere ambitious and embrace opportunity, to lead essential infrastructure services for lifeWhether youre a trainee, apprentice or graduate, or progressing through your career, our people benefit from industry recognised programmes, training and development.Its an exceptional time to be a part of M Group.Please note: Occasionally, job adverts might be closed before the stated closing date. Do apply as soon as possible to ensure your application is considered.For certain roles, successful candidates will be subject to 3rd party background checks as part of the hiring process. Some roles require drug and alcohol testing as part of induction and onboarding.#MGroupW INDSTATPBN1_UKTJ

At Places for People, we hire People, not numbers! So, if you like the sound of one of our jobs, please apply - you could be just who we're looking for! Of course, experience and track record are important, but we're more interested in hiring someone that embodies our People Promises. That's someone that does the right thing, is enthusiastic and motivated to grow, believes in Community spirit, is respectful and enjoys their work. As the UK's leading Social Enterprise we're dedicated to creating inclusive and thriving Communities for both our Customers and Employees.So, what are you waiting for? Join a community that cares about you!More about your roleYou'll support the Developments Finance function by producing accurate and timely management information, helping to drive effective decision-making. This includes preparing monthly management accounts, KPI reports, cashflow forecasts and detailed variance analysis, ensuring clear insight into financial and operational performance.You'll be involved in business planning processes, reviewing financial and non-financial results, and supporting the wider finance team with month-end activity and ad-hoc reporting. The role also includes working with stakeholders across the business to provide analysis for projects and programmes, contributing to regulatory and external reporting requirements, and supporting audit and Board reporting activities.Essential criteriaQualified or part-qualified CCAB (or equivalent experience) with evidence on your CVProven experience producing monthly management accounts and financial reportsStrong Excel skills, including advanced data analysis and modelling capabilityExperience preparing cashflow forecasts, KPI reports, and variance analysisDemonstrable experience working in a management accounting or finance role within a complex organisationMore about youYou're a proactive and detail-focused finance professional who enjoys working with data to provide meaningful insight. You bring strong technical expertise, particularly in Excel, alongside the ability to solve problems in a practical and flexible way. You're comfortable managing priorities, working independently, and delivering to deadlines in a fast-paced environment.You build effective working relationships across teams and are committed to delivering a high standard of service to both internal and external stakeholders. Experience in development or construction, or working with systems like COINS, would be beneficial but isn't essential.BenefitsWe are a large diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for.We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:Competitive salary with regular annual reviewPension with matched contributions up to 7%35 days holiday (including bank holiday) with option to buy or sell daysHealthcare cashback plan for everyday medical costs - up to £500 savings per yearAccess to wellbeing support such as counselling and flu jabsPrivate GP and health support services availableAccess to a rewards platform with retail and lifestyle discountsSavings on groceries, travel, shopping and home productsOngoing training and development opportunitiesAccess to professional qualifications and career progressionInternal development programmes and learning supportRecognition schemes such as Star Awards and Colleagues AwardsStrong focus on inclusion, wellbeing and colleague engagementFree membership to Places GymsWhat's next?If you meet the criteria and are ready to make the next step in your career then click apply. You will be redirected to our careers site where you can discover more about the role, read a full job description and apply directly to us.As part of ourcommitment to diversity and inclusion, we offer a guaranteed interview to candidates who are disabled, neurodiverse, or have served in the Armed Forces, provided they meet the essential criteria for the role. If you would like to be considered under this scheme, please indicate this in your application. We are dedicated to creating a supportive and accessible recruitment process for all.We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview experience, please let us know. We're happy to work with you to ensure you have the opportunity to perform at your best.If you are a Places for People customer and you're looking for support with your application, please contact our skills and employment team on .W e understand the importance of a supportive and inclusive work culture so please talk to us at interview about flexibility you may need. We can't promise to give you exactly what you want, but we promise not to judge you for asking. For this role we are open to discussing the possibility of reduced hours, flexible start and finish times or compressed hours.If you are a recruitment agency please note we operate a PSL and do not take cold callsSafeguardingAt Places for People, safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. We are committed to creating safe communities for our customers and colleagues by protecting children, young people, and adults at risk from harm, abuse, and neglect.We follow robust safeguarding policies and procedures, ensuring all employees, volunteers, and contractors uphold the highest standards of safeguarding and accountability. Our recruitment process includes pre-employment checks, including Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks where applicable, to promote a safe and secure working environment.By joining Places for People, you are expected to contribute to our safeguarding culture, following our policies and reporting concerns to protect those in our communitiesTPBN1_UKTJ

At Places for People, we hire People, not numbers! So, if you like the sound of one of our jobs, please apply - you could be just who we're looking for! Of course, experience and track record are important, but we're more interested in hiring someone that embodies our People Promises. That's someone that does the right thing, is enthusiastic and motivated to grow, believes in Community spirit, is respectful and enjoys their work. As the UK's leading Social Enterprise we're dedicated to creating inclusive and thriving Communities for both our Customers and Employees. So, what are you waiting for? Join a community that cares about you! More about your role This is an exciting role for a commercially minded Accountant (either fully qualified or able to demonstrate capabilities through experience) who is looking for an analytical role where the work you do supports financial and operational performance. You will provide a fully comprehensive planning and budgeting service for our organisation. Woking in conjunction with the Head of Finance and Finance Director of Developments to provide commercial support on a number of the Group's development and business decisions by: • Contributing to the development and maintenance of financial models to assess and understand the key performance metrics of Group investment and development decisions, assessing the impact on the Group's cash flow, borrowing requirements, regulatory requirements and financial statements., • Working closely with the Development and Group Finance teams, Development Managers, Group and company Directors to understand the scope of projects, gather and challenge relevant information and assumptions. Clearly present and explain the financial performance of a project and provide advice so that effective decisions can be made as to how project returns can be improved whilst considering, and where possible, reducing risks In this role you will oversee, analyse, and create evaluations which will allow the project team to maximise project cash flows and returns, the models must be sufficiently advanced to support a range of project scenarios and options For more information please download our job profile available on our website. More about you We are looking for a qualified Accountant (/ACA/FCA/CA)). You will also be looking for a position that combines day to day reporting with routine and ad hoc project work and collaboration with the Finance Manager, and as such will be a natural multi-tasker. You will need advanced Excel skills and be comfortable with modelling complex spreadsheets with large amounts of data, with this in mind it would be ideal for you to have experience working in a large matrixed business, preferably a housebuilders. You should also be able to evidence where you have identified and implemented process improvements that have increased efficiency and made a tangible difference. The role will involve some work with the wider business so good stakeholder management skills are also required. Benefits We are a large diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for. We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include: • Competitive salary with regular annual review, • Pension with matched contributions up to 7%, • Bonus scheme for colleagues, • 35 days holiday (including bank holiday) with option to buy or sell days, • Healthcare cashback plan for everyday medical costs - up to £500 savings per year, • Access to wellbeing support such as counselling and flu jabs, • Private GP and health support services available, • Access to a rewards platform with retail and lifestyle discounts, • Savings on groceries, travel, shopping and home products, • Ongoing training and development opportunities, • Access to professional qualifications and career progression, • Internal development programmes and learning support, • Recognition schemes such as Star Awards and Colleagues Awards, • Strong focus on inclusion, wellbeing and colleague engagement, • Free membership to Places Gyms What's next? If you meet the criteria and are ready to make the next step in your career then click apply. You will be redirected to our careers site where you can discover more about the role, read a full job description and apply directly to us. As part of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, we offer a guaranteed interview to candidates who are disabled, neurodiverse, or have served in the Armed Forces, provided they meet the essential criteria for the role. If you would like to be considered under this scheme, please indicate this in your application. We are dedicated to creating a supportive and accessible recruitment process for all. We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview experience, please let us know. We're happy to work with you to ensure you have the opportunity to perform at your best. If you are a Places for People customer and you're looking for support with your application, please contact our skills and employment team on _. We understand the importance of a supportive and inclusive work culture so please talk to us at interview about flexibility you may need. We can't promise to give you exactly what you want, but we promise not to judge you for asking. For this role we are open to discussing the possibility of reduced hours, flexible start and finish times or compressed hours. If you are a recruitment agency please note we operate a PSL and do not take cold calls Safeguarding At Places for People, safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. We are committed to creating safe communities for our customers and colleagues by protecting children, young people, and adults at risk from harm, abuse, and neglect. We follow robust safeguarding policies and procedures, ensuring all employees, volunteers, and contractors uphold the highest standards of safeguarding and accountability. Our recruitment process includes pre-employment checks, including Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks where applicable, to promote a safe and secure working environment. By joining Places for People, you are expected to contribute to our safeguarding culture, following our policies and reporting concerns to protect those in our communities

About The Role Right across infrastructure, theres a requirement to not only maintain, but also renew and reimagine. Whatever stage youre at in your career, with us youll have an opportunity to grow and develop. Delivering essential infrastructure services for life, while being safety first and client and customer centric in a friendly, fun and respectful environment where you are encouraged to thrive. Where will you be working? We help our clients safeguard the water supply, improve environmental performance and manage demand for future generations. We enhance and extend asset life, ensuring compliance with water quality and environmental standards. Were problem solvers with over 140 years of combined experience in engineering and infrastructure. This role will be within our water and wastewater capital project delivery team. Our teams deliver large-scale capital programmes aimed at keeping water infrastructure resilient for the long-term while protecting the environment. Want to be a part of it? What will you be doing? Support project teams with early customer engagement, impact assessments and communication planning. Work with operational teams to understand scope, programmes, risks and customer impacts. Deliver site visits, audits, engagement activities and project communication materials. Monitor customer feedback, complaints and enquiries, ensuring timely resolution. Support Southern Water Strategic Delivery Partner projects and customer requirements. Lead Social Value activities, including volunteering, STEM, education and community initiatives. Measure and report Social Value performance using agreed systems, including Loop. Build positive stakeholder relationships and escalate risks, issues and opportunities. Support continuous improvement across customer engagement and Social Value. What youll bring Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Build effective relationships with customers, clients, communities and project teams. Create clear customer-facing materials. Plan, organise and manage multiple workstreams. Work proactively, independently and collaboratively. Analyse information to shape communication and engagement approaches. Competent Microsoft Office user. Full UK driving licence, with willingness to travel to sites and community locations. Whats in it for you? We offer a range of benefits designed to support your life in and out of work, some of which include; Contributory pension scheme Online GP service, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year Employee assistance programme My Rewards portal, access to 1000s of retail discounts Life assurance Cycle to work, salary finance and give as you earn schemes Enhanced maternity, paternity leave and adoption leave Reward and recognition scheme Recommend a friend get rewarded for introducing people to us! In addition, this role offers; Company car and fuel card with a range of EV and hybrid vehicles to choose from My Car Choice our salary sacrifice EV/ Hybrid car scheme Private health care single cover Health Care Cash Plan, giving you the ability to claim back medical expenses for things like dental, eyecare and physiotherapy and much more! 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Discretionary bonus scheme About us We want to be an employer of choice and a great place to work, attracting diverse and talented people, who join us and make a difference. Were one of the Top 100 UK companies actively supporting and recruiting veterans. Our ENABLE inclusion networks bring together people who have a shared passion, to help create an environment where everyone belongs. Our values help to shape our culture and how we work with one another. We recruit with these values in mind, to ensure your aspirations, and ways of working, align with ours. Were responsible and go further for our people, clients, communities and the planet Were open and seek new and better ways of exceeding expectations Were together and as one team; the whole is greater than the sum of the parts Were ambitious and embrace opportunity, to lead essential infrastructure services for life Whether youre a trainee, apprentice or graduate, or progressing through your career, our people benefit from industry recognised programmes, training and development. Its an exceptional time to be a part of M Group. Please note: Occasionally, job adverts might be closed before the stated closing date. Do apply as soon as possible to ensure your application is considered. For certain roles, successful candidates will be subject to 3rd party background checks as part of the hiring process. Some roles require drug and alcohol testing as part of induction and onboarding. #MGroupW TPBN1_UKTJ

This highly innovative manufacturing business trades internationally and has a reputation for developing market leading products. Led by an experienced team of industry experts they have a strong R&D focus which enables them to be at the forefront of new developments in their sector and with the ability to design, manufacture and distribute on site they offer a complete service to their customers. Currently gearing up for further growth they have identified a new role for a Finance Manager with a proven track record of driving profitability through operational efficiency. Much of the routine financial reporting will continue to be outsourced so this position is all about providing financial support and analysis, managing margins and driving out cost with a view to improving performance. This stand alone role will report directly into the site MD and will involve close interaction with the other Directors and department senior managers, excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to positively challenge and multi task between projects will therefore be essential qualities for this position. The key responsibilities will include: Devise, measure and report on financial and operational KPIs Produce reports monthly and for quarterly board meetings Improving data management and IT applications Reporting on performance and project profitability Management of cost centre P&Ls Preparing budgets and forecasts Management of WIP, gross margins, wastage etc. As this is a new role the position would suit someone able to implement new processes, drive continuous improvement and deliver change in a positive manner. The ideal candidate for the Finance Manager position would have a high level of comfort with multiple IT applications (ideally ERP systems), the ability to export and analyse data in Excel and translate this into something meaningful for non-finance managers. The position would suit an experienced Management / Project Accountant with an engineering or manufacturing background who would enjoy an operational role where their efforts have a real impact on decision making at all levels within the business. You will be joining an ambitious team based in a modern office environment and will play a vital role in the continued success and expansion of this business. TPBN1_UKTJ

Your new company Our client is a well-established international engineering and services organisation, providing specialist solutions to customers across a range of safety-critical industries. With operations throughout the UK and globally, they are known for their commitment to innovation, operational excellence, and continuous improvement. As part of continued growth and development within their shared services function, they are looking to recruit an experienced Payroll Administrator to join their team on a temp-to-perm basis. This role would suit an experienced Payroll Administrator, Payroll Officer, or Payroll Specialist looking for a position where they can make a genuine impact and contribute to continuous improvement within a busy payroll function. Your new role Key Responsibilities: You will play a key role in delivering an accurate and timely payroll service, processing payroll from start to finish for approximately 900 employees using Dayforce. Support the accurate and timely processing of monthly and quarterly payrolls, including UK, Guernsey and the Philippines, ensuring payroll activities are completed in line with agreed deadlines and controls. Processing payroll changes including new starters, leavers, salary amendments, promotions, and deductions End-to-end monthly payroll processing for approximately 900 employees using Dayforce Support payroll year-end activity, including P11D preparation and submission, ensuring outputs are accurate and compliant with relevant requirements Ensuring PAYE, National Insurance, pension contributions, and statutory payments are processed correctly Reconciling payroll data and resolving discrepancies Handling payroll queries from employees and managers Maintaining accurate payroll records and ensuring GDPR compliance Supporting month-end and year-end payroll activities Working collaboratively with HR and Finance teams Reviewing existing payroll processes and recommending improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy What you'll need to succeed Previous experience in payroll administration. Good working knowledge of payroll processes, statutory deductions, pension administration and payroll-related compliance requirements. Understanding of UK payroll legislation, including PAYE, National Insurance, Real Time Information submissions and year-end payroll requirements. High level of accuracy and attention to detail, with the ability to process, check and reconcile payroll data within agreed deadlines. Confident using payroll systems and Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, to maintain records, analyse data and support reporting. Strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise workload, manage routine deadlines and respond effectively to payroll queries. Clear and professional communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with HR, Finance, employees, managers and external payroll providers What you'll get in return Salary of £31,000 - £35,000 depending on experience Hybrid working with 2 days per week in the Bamber Bridge office 37-hour working week 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Option to purchase up to 5 additional days annual leave Private pension scheme Opportunity to secure a permanent position within a growing organisationWhat 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. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Your new company A well-established and highly respected organisation based in Preston is looking to recruit an Accounts Assistant to join its established Group Finance team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking business that combines commercial success with a strong people-focused culture. Known for investing in employee development and wellbeing, the organisation offers a supportive and collaborative environment where individuals are encouraged to grow and progress within their careers. Your new role As an Accounts Assistant, you will play an important role within the finance team, ensuring financial transactions are processed accurately and efficiently whilst supporting the wider finance function. Working closely with colleagues across the business, you will help maintain robust financial controls and provide high-quality financial support to operational teams. Your responsibilities will include purchase ledger processing, supplier account maintenance, sales invoicing, customer account reconciliations, credit control support, bank reconciliations, expense processing and assisting with payroll administration. You will also support month-end and year-end processes, VAT returns, management accounts preparation, and a range of ad hoc accounting duties as required. This is a varied position that offers exposure across multiple areas of finance and would suit someone who enjoys working in a busy, collaborative environment. What you'll need to succeed To be successful in this role, you will have previous experience as an Accounts Assistant or similar finance position. Candidates with relevant practical finance experience will be considered, whilst AAT-qualified or actively studying towards AAT would be advantageous. You will possess strong organisational skills, excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively. Strong communication skills are essential, as is the ability to build positive working relationships with colleagues, customers and suppliers. You will also be confident using Excel and other finance systems, with experience of ERP systems and Office 365 being beneficial. What you'll get in return In return, you'll join a stable and values-led organisation that genuinely invests in its people. The business offers hybrid working, enhanced annual leave, an attractive employer pension contribution, excellent family-friendly policies and a comprehensive wellbeing package. Additional benefits include optional healthcare schemes, employee assistance support, mental health resources, on-site facilities, long-service recognition awards and a broad health and wellbeing programme designed to support employees both professionally and personally. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Chef Manager Location: Leyland Salary: Up to £32,364 per annum, depending on experience - free meal on shift and access to onsite gym also included. Working Pattern: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, however the site operates 7 days a week so attendance at weekends will be required in line with business needs. Personality behind every plate. Food first. Always. At Dine, food isn't an add-on. It's the centre of everything we do. Founded in the Northwest in 1997, Dine Contract Catering was built by chefs and food lovers who believed workplace dining could be something more. Today, that chef-led, food-first mindset still defines us. We're a business where chefs are empowered to create, bringing together seasonal ingredients, local suppliers and bold ideas to deliver food experiences with real personality, purpose and pride. Every offer is tailored. Every menu has intent. About the role We're looking for a Chef Manager who can do more than cook. This is a role for a hands-on leader who's as confident at the stove as they are in a client meeting, someone who understands how to run a business, manage a team, and deliver food that delights. This site provides a breakfast, lunch, dinner, vending, coffee shop, retail and hospitality services for our client. As the heartbeat of the site, you'll oversee every aspect of the catering operation, from menu planning and team leadership to client relationships, budgets, compliance, and service delivery. You'll cook with passion, lead with purpose, and run the outlet like it's your own. What You'll Be Doing: Oversee the full catering operation from food to finance to front of house. Lead, develop and motivate your team to deliver excellent service every day. Managing food costs, margins, waste and labour with commercial precision. Build strong relationships with our clients and guests. Understanding their needs, exceeding expectations and delivering service with an impact. Ensure compliance with food safety, health & safety and company standards at all times. Drive consistency and quality across the kitchen and wider catering operation. What you'll bring to the table: Proven experience as a Chef Manager or Head Chef with strong operational experience. A passion for fresh food, seasonal ingredients, and high-quality service delivery. Great communication and leadership skills, you inspire others with your energy. A strong sense of ownership and ability to manage client relationships. Strong financial acumen. You understand P&L, cost control, and business KPIs. Excellent communication and people management skills. You build trust, lead by example, and bring out the best in your team. Hungry for more? We also offer exciting culinary pathways for team members who want to level up. With real-time mentoring, hands-on experience, and the chance to earn recognised qualifications, it's a delicious way to grow your skills while doing what you love. #DINE Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength! TPBN1_UKCT

Your new company A well-established and values-led organisation based in Preston is looking to recruit a Purchase Ledger Clerk to join its Group Finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a stable and supportive business that places a strong emphasis on employee wellbeing, development, and long-term career progression. The role offers a varied workload, combining purchase ledger responsibilities with broader operational and site support duties across the business. Your new role As Purchase Ledger Clerk you will play a key role in supporting both the finance and operational functions. You will be responsible for processing supplier invoices, managing supplier payments, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring internal controls are followed. Alongside your purchase ledger duties, you will support site and project administration activities, liaising with suppliers and internal stakeholders to help ensure projects run smoothly. Duties will include purchase ledger processing, supplier reconciliations, invoice query resolution, purchase order administration, bank payment processing, utility invoice management, subcontractor payment processing, and supporting compliance with CIS regulations. You will work closely with colleagues across multiple departments and act as a key point of contact for finance-related administration. What you'll need to succeed You will have previous experience in a Purchase Ledger, Accounts Payable or Accounts Assistant role and possess a strong understanding of VAT processes. Experience of CIS and subcontractor payments would be highly advantageous. You will be highly organised, possess excellent attention to detail, and be comfortable working to deadlines within a busy environment. Strong communication skills are essential, along with the ability to build relationships across the business. You will also have good Excel skills and confidence using finance and ERP systems. What you'll get in return In return for this, you will join a friendly and collaborative finance team within a business that genuinely invests in its people. The organisation offers a competitive salary up to £30,000, hybrid working, enhanced annual leave, an attractive pension scheme, a comprehensive wellbeing programme, and a wide range of additional benefits designed to support both your professional and personal development. 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. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Axon Moore are delighted to be partnering with a growing, private equity-backed business to recruit a Financial Controller into its finance leadership team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced finance professional to take ownership of the management accounts function, strengthen financial controls and drive improvements across the wider finance operation. The successful candidate will lead a high-quality, commercially focused finance function, delivering accurate and timely reporting, insightful business partnering and robust end-to-end financial processes. Key Responsibilities include: Lead finance operations across management accounts, accounts payable, bank reconciliations and cash management. Own and streamline the month end close process, ensuring accurate, timely and well controlled reporting across multiple entities. Produce insightful consolidated monthly management accounts aligned to the needs of the wider business. Drive working capital performance through effective cash flow forecasting, payment management, stock control and banking processes. Develop a strong understanding of cost of sales and gross profit across the business, identifying opportunities for improvement. Deliver detailed profitability reporting across sites, services and cost centres to support senior leadership decision-making. Partner with departmental and operational leaders on budgets, forecasts and financial performance. Provide clear and commercially focused P&L and cash flow analysis, identifying opportunities to improve profitability. Strengthen the financial control environment through robust processes, reconciliations and governance. Lead and deliver finance process improvements, including opportunities to automate and digitise processes and systems. Manage, develop and motivate the finance team, ensuring high standards of performance and service delivery. Support senior finance leaders with ad-hoc analysis, projects and wider strategic initiatives. Essential experience: ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent qualification, with significant post-qualification experience. Strong technical accounting knowledge, including month-end close, financial reporting and financial controls. Proven experience leading finance operations and driving process improvements within a fast-paced environment. Experience managing and developing finance teams, with a focus on performance and service delivery. A strong track record of business partnering with operational leaders and senior stakeholders. Advanced Excel skills and strong experience with financial reporting tools. Experience working with integrated finance/ERP systems. Demonstrable experience improving, automating and digitising finance systems and processes to increase efficiency, accuracy and control. A proactive, inquisitive and commercially focused approach, with the ability to turn financial information into meaningful business insight. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing, PE-backed organisation at an exciting stage of its development. The role offers significant scope to influence the finance function, improve processes and controls, and work closely with senior stakeholders to drive business performance. Our local Lancashire Axon Moore team recruit all accounting and finance roles from CFO to transactional finance on both a temporary and permanent basis. For more information about this role or our wider team, please contact Kat Goulding on (url removed) or on (phone number removed). INDFIN

Buyer / Planner Temporary to Permanent Opportunity Monday to Friday | 37.5 hours per week Pay Rate: £14.62 per hour (equivalent to £28,500 per annum) Our client is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Buyer / Planner to join their growing team on a temporary to permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with purchasing, materials planning, or inventory management experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and building strong supplier relationships. The Role As a Buyer / Planner, you will be responsible for managing purchasing and planning activities to ensure products and materials are available when required, while maintaining optimal inventory levels and supporting customer delivery expectations. Key Responsibilities Manage inventory levels for an assigned portfolio of products to meet customer and business requirements. Monitor and review planning recommendations within the ERP system, taking appropriate action where required. Raise purchase orders and work orders in line with lead times and operational demands. Liaise with suppliers to obtain order acknowledgements and delivery updates, ensuring system information remains accurate and up to date. Maintain accurate procurement data including supplier lead times, costs, and minimum order quantities. Identify and support cost-saving initiatives and sourcing improvements. Investigate and resolve supplier invoice queries in collaboration with the finance team. Manage issues relating to non-conforming materials and coordinate actions with suppliers to minimise disruption. Support customs and import documentation processes where required. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the planning and purchasing function. About You We are looking for someone who can demonstrate: Strong organisational and planning skills. Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities. High levels of accuracy and attention to detail. The ability to prioritise multiple tasks and meet deadlines. A proactive approach to problem-solving. Flexibility and adaptability in a changing environment. A collaborative approach and strong team-working skills. Skills & Experience Essential: Background in purchasing, procurement, materials planning, demand planning, inventory management, or a similar role. Experience using ERP/MRP systems. Strong Microsoft Excel skills. Knowledge of inventory control and material planning principles. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage competing priorities.Desirable: Background within a distribution, manufacturing, or supply chain environment. Knowledge of customs processes and declarations relating to goods movements between Great Britain and Northern Ireland. What's On Offer? Temporary to permanent opportunity. Full-time hours, Monday to Friday. £28,500 salary. Supportive and collaborative working environment. Opportunity to develop your procurement and supply chain career within a well-established business.Our client is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other protected characteristic. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website

Job Title: Office Manager Location: Leyland Salary: Up to £35,000 DOE Contract: Permanent Hours: Full Time, Monday to Friday Working Pattern: Office Based Package & Benefits Salary up to £35,000 depending on experience Full-time, Monday to Friday role Office-based position 34 days annual leave inclusive of public holidays Christmas shutdown period Company pension scheme Long-term stability within a successful business Supportive and collaborative working culture Varied and autonomous position with genuine responsibility Opportunity to play a key role within a growing organisation About the Business Our client is a well-established and highly respected specialist contractor operating within the construction and infrastructure sector. The business delivers projects nationwide and has built a strong reputation for quality, customer service and operational excellence.With a long trading history, a loyal customer base and a stable workforce, the company continues to grow and invest in its people. The organisation offers a supportive working environment where employees are trusted with responsibility, encouraged to contribute ideas and given the opportunity to develop their careers.This opportunity has arisen due to continued growth and the increasing importance of operational support across the business. The Role This is a varied and business-critical position responsible for supporting the day-to-day running of company operations across workforce administration, payroll coordination, compliance, fleet management, onboarding, training administration and finance liaison.Working closely with Directors, operational teams and finance colleagues, you will ensure processes run efficiently, compliance standards are maintained and operational activities are effectively coordinated.The role would suit an organised, proactive and highly detail-oriented professional who enjoys taking ownership of multiple responsibilities and becoming a central part of business operations. Key Responsibilities Fleet & Vehicle Administration Manage all aspects of the company vehicle fleet including insurance, fuel cards, servicing schedules and vehicle records. Coordinate vehicle maintenance, repairs and supplier relationships. Maintain accurate driver records and licence documentation. Monitor fleet-related administration and costs. Arrange company travel and accommodation requirements when required. Payroll, HR & Workforce Administration Coordinate weekly payroll information for operational employees. Maintain employee records and confidential personnel files. Support recruitment administration and interview coordination. Manage onboarding activities and induction processes. Administer DBS applications and Right to Work documentation. Coordinate CSCS card applications and renewals. Monitor training requirements and maintain training records. Support absence management and workforce administration activity. Compliance Administration Maintain employee compliance records and documentation. Monitor training, qualifications and certification expiry dates. Ensure records remain accurate and audit-ready. Support internal compliance reporting and administration. Maintain business records and operational documentation. Finance & Commercial Administration Act as a key liaison between operational teams and finance. Process supplier invoices and supporting documentation. Support account administration and invoice queries. Assist with reconciliations and finance-related administration. Maintain accurate financial and operational records. Liaise with suppliers regarding account matters and invoice enquiries. General Business Support Coordinate day-to-day office administration. Support Directors and management with operational tasks. Maintain business systems, records and documentation. Manage office supplies, service providers and administrative processes. Assist with process improvements and business initiatives. Work collaboratively across operations, commercial and finance functions. Skills & Experience To be successful in this role, you are likely to have: Previous experience within Office Management, Operations Administration, HR Administration or Business Support. Experience coordinating payroll information and workforce administration. Knowledge of onboarding, recruitment administration and compliance processes. Experience managing DBS checks and employee records. Fleet administration or vehicle management experience. Experience processing invoices and working closely with finance teams. Strong organisational and multitasking skills. High attention to detail and accuracy. Excellent Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, Word and Outlook. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. A proactive and solutions-focused approach. Personal Attributes The successful candidate will be: Highly organised and methodical. Professional and discreet. A confident communicator. Comfortable managing multiple priorities. Proactive and self-sufficient. Detail-focused and process-driven. Adaptable and capable of supporting a fast-paced business environment. A strong team player with a positive approach. Why Apply? This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable and growing organisation in a position offering genuine variety, responsibility and visibility across the business. You will become a key member of the team, supporting operational success whilst working closely with senior stakeholders and contributing to the continued growth of the organisation. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

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