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Position: Senior Funeral Director Location: John Kemp Funeral Directors, Whitstable Job Type: Full-time, permanent Salary: £34,342.15 per annum We are looking for a compassionate and committed Senior Funeral Director to join our team at John Kemp Funeral Directors, as someone who takes pride in supporting families with care and professionalism. You will play a key leadership role in overseeing funeral arrangements, guiding and developing your team, and building strong relationships with local partners and the wider community to ensure every service is delivered with respect and excellence. Why This Role Matters As a Senior Funeral Director, you will be responsible for team performance, development, and operational leadership, supporting the Cluster Manager in achieving business objectives. This role ensures consistent compliance, client satisfaction, and staff excellence, fostering a culture of empathy, professionalism, and continuous improvement. Your Impact and Responsibilities As a Senior Funeral Director, you lead by example, guiding families with empathy and professionalism, while supporting your team to do the same. You'll spend around 70% of your time delivering and overseeing services, and the rest managing the day-to-day operations of one or more branches, including the team. You'll be responsible for ensuring high standards of care, training, service delivery, and local marketing, creating a culture where your team is proud of the work they do and families feel informed, respected, and looked after. As a Senior Funeral Director, you will: Deliver complex funeral arrangements with professionalism - ensuring all funeral arrangements are respectful, appropriate, and reflect the client's wishes. Oversee branch standards and ensure timely, high-quality care of the deceased. Participate in an out-of-hours on-call rota (including nights/weekends) to support families - providing out-of-hours support, including dignified collection and transfer of the deceased into care. Lead on recruitment, onboarding and ongoing performance reviews, undertaking regular 121s. Ensure back-of-house teams have responsibilities, and ensure seamless scheduling and service coordination. Support the Cluster Manager in overseeing branch performance, audits, and compliance processes. Identify service gaps and recommend improvements to processes and training. Take responsibility for ensuring funeral plan banks are replenished. Ensure all team members are Funeral Plan Consultant (FPC) trained. Skills and Knowledge... Comfortable leading and motivating a team to uphold the highest standards of professionalism, presentation, and service delivery. Empathetic, service-oriented, and committed to excellent client outcomes. Understanding of the nature of the role and is prepared to assist families whenever needed, ensuring. continuous care and operational effectiveness. Able to follow strict procedures, maintain accurate records, and ensure adherence to legal and company regulations. Able to use a range of IT systems, including Microsoft Office, Outlook and internal databases (training provided). Confident working independently and thrives on delivering results. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and on-call. Understanding of operational efficiency, service offerings, and financial considerations within the funeral industry. What you can expect from us We believe in rewarding our colleagues with a strong, supportive benefits package that helps you feel secure, valued and able to grow. Time to recharge - Up to 25 days' annual leave (increasing with service) plus bank holidays, giving you the time you need to rest and reset. A little extra reward - Opportunity to earn a yearly bonus of up to £300-£500 in recognition of your contribution. Planning for your future - 4% matched pension to help you build long-term financial security. Peace of mind - Life assurance cover at 2x your salary to support your loved ones. Everyday savings and perks - Access to MyStaffShop, our employee rewards platform, offering savings across high street and online retailers, alongside eyecare support, flu jab reimbursement and lifestyle discounts. Support when you need it - Access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, occupational health services and confidential counselling. Learn and grow with us - Ongoing training and development, including internal learning pathways and apprenticeship opportunities. Making work easier - Free on-site parking available at most of our locations. What are the next steps? If this sounds like the right role for you and you're ready to bring care and professionalism to an essential service, click the 'apply' button. A member of our Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch to guide you through the next steps. Why Dignity Dignity exists to help every family in Britain navigate the hardest moments of life with simplicity, dignity, kindness and exceptional care. Every day, our funeral teams across the country help families say goodbye to the people they love. It's a responsibility we take seriously, and it matters. Dignity is changing for the better. We're investing in better training, better support and better tools for our funeral teams, so you can focus on what matters most: being there for families when they need us. You'll be part of a close-knit team who look out for each other and take real pride in their work. No two days are the same, and the work you do is noticed and valued. If you want a job that is genuinely meaningful, helping families across Britain through one of the hardest times in their lives, this is a good place to build a career. FCA Statement Dignity is part of a group that includes FCA-regulated activities, and some roles may be subject to relevant training, screening, conduct, and regulatory requirements. This will be confirmed as part of the recruitment process. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Statement We know that diverse teams make better decisions, build better products, and create a more inclusive and better place to work. Whoever you are, wherever you're from, and whatever your life looks like, we'd love to hear from you. If there's anything you need to make the process more accessible, please let us know. Any unsolicited submissions from agencies will be accepted as a direct application from the candidate, and no fees will be payable. We reserve the right, depending on the number of applications received, to close or extend the closing dates for positions. Therefore, we recommend submitting your application as early as possible. TPBN1_UKTJ

Head of Finance & Operations Vero HR•Rochester, England, United Kingdom We are the internal recruitment partner for our client, an established, internationally focused science and manufacturing SME, we are supporting them in their search for an ambitious and commercially minded Head of Finance & Operations. With a strong reputation for scientific rigour, integrity and technical excellence, the business has an established international customer and supplier base and is entering an exciting period of continued growth. This is a highly influential senior leadership position, offering the opportunity to shape the organisation’s financial performance, people strategy and operational effectiveness. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you’ll take ownership of the company’s Finance and HR functions, providing the commercial insight, financial discipline and operational leadership required to support sustainable growth. This is not a traditional finance role. You’ll operate at both a strategic and hands on level, with responsibility spanning financial planning and reporting, cash management, international trade, R&D tax, HR, payroll, systems, facilities and operational processes. You’ll work closely with the Managing Director, operational teams, Science and Engineering colleagues and a range of established external professional advisers. • Lead the company’s financial strategy, business planning and growth initiatives; provide commercial insight, analysis and KPI reporting; prepare budgets, forecasts and long-term financial plans; supervise the Finance Manager; and oversee monthly management accounts and year-end statutory reporting., • Ensure compliance with UK accounting standards, tax and statutory requirements; manage cash flow, working capital and banking relationships; maintain strong financial controls, governance and internal procedures; liaise with auditors, accountants, insurers and professional advisers; and coordinate R&D tax credit claims, including identifying qualifying projects and costs, maintaining supporting documentation, ensuring compliance and monitoring available incentives and grants., • Manage the financial aspects of international trading, including foreign currency exposure, import/export requirements, VAT and international tax compliance, supplier payments and customer terms; support inventory management, costing and margin analysis; and monitor profitability across products, customers and regions., • Coordinate and organise company logistics, including procurement, subcontracting, distribution and temporary exports for exhibitions; negotiate rates and manage shipping suppliers, carriers and freight forwarders., • Ensure international shipping documentation and import/export declarations comply with customs laws and global trade regulations., • Oversee accurate and compliant monthly payroll; manage employee benefits including pensions, Permanent Health Insurance, Death in Service, EV schemes and other benefit programmes; liaise with payroll providers, pension administrators and external advisers; and maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation., • Manage company insurance policies, including employer’s liability, public liability, professional indemnity, travel and property insurance, and liaising with brokers and insurers on renewals, claims and policy administration., • Oversee company premises and facilities administration, including lease renewals and rates, and manage relationships with landlords and management agents., • Lead and implement HR strategy, policies and procedures aligned with business objectives and growth; work with the HR Business Partner on HR strategies and initiatives; support organisational, workforce and succession planning; and ensure compliance with UK employment legislation and accurate HR records, contracts and policies., • Oversee employee relations including disciplinary, grievance, absence and performance matters; oversee recruitment, onboarding, training and development; promote engagement, wellbeing, retention and an inclusive culture; and drive health, safety and compliance by working with operational leadership to embed a proactive safety culture, ensure regulatory compliance, minimise risk and protect employee wellbeing., • Oversee Finance and HR systems, including accounting, payroll, HRIS and business systems, ensuring data integrity, security and efficiency; lead system improvements, automation and reporting enhancements; and work with internal stakeholders and external providers on upgrades, integration and digitalisation., • Maintain robust system controls, user access governance, data protection and cybersecurity awareness. We’re looking for a qualified finance professional with strong commercial awareness and the confidence to operate as a key member of the senior leadership team. • Proven experience in a senior finance leadership role within manufacturing, engineering or supply chain sectors., • Experience operating within a fast-paced SME or owner-managed business environment., • Experience managing international financial operations and multi-currency transactions., • Strong understanding of management accounting, cash flow and operational finance., • Excellent commercial awareness and analytical capability., • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills., • Strong leadership and people management skills., • A hands-on, commercially minded leader who can think strategically while maintaining strong attention to detail., • Live within a commutable distance to the offices based in Rochester, • Experience managing UK R&D tax credit claims within a scientific or engineering environment., • Experience with ERP systems within manufacturing., • Previous experience supporting business growth or transformation projects., • Proven experience leading the successful implementation and rollout of IT systems, ensuring effective stakeholder engagement, seamless adoption and minimal disruption to business operations., • Knowledge of international trade finance and import/export processes., • Qualified accountant holding CIMA, ACCA, ACA, ICAS or an equivalent recognised professional accounting designation., • Working hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with a 30-minute unpaid break, • Holiday entitlement: 33 days per year, inclusive of bank and public holidays, • Pension: Employer contribution of 7.5%, • Death in Service: Available, subject to eligibility, • Permanent Health Insurance: Available, subject to eligibility Full-time #J-18808-Ljbffr

We are recruiting for a Management Accountant to join our head office team in Whitstable . You will be responsible for producing accurate management accounts, supporting budgeting and forecasting, and helping to develop financial systems and processes within a growing organisation. About the role • Prepare monthly management accounts including variance analysis and commentary. • Support the monthly close process ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting. • Assist with the preparation of annual budgets and financial forecasts. • Analyse financial performance and provide insights to support business decision-making. • Produce management reports and financial dashboards for senior management. • Support the Director of Finance in developing financial systems, reporting processes, and internal controls. • Assist with cash flow forecasting and financial planning. • Support the preparation of year-end accounts and audit requirements. • Ensure compliance with financial regulations, accounting standards, and company policies. • Work closely with operational teams to provide financial analysis and cost control support. • Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and automation within finance processes. About you Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA). • Proven experience preparing management accounts. • Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning. • Strong financial analysis and reporting skills. • Strong Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, financial modelling). • Strong attention to detail and analytical ability. • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. • Ability to work both independently and as part of a finance team. • You will have the right to work in the UK (sponsorship is not available) as well as a full UK driving licence What's on offer for the Management Accountant? • Salary of £50,000 + DOE • 37.5 hours per week - Mon to Fri 9am - 5pm - office based role • 25 days AL plus the bank holiday and a day off on your birthday. • Enhanced sick pay. • Employee Assistance Programme. • Free DBS. • Pension contributions. • Frequent social events. • Access to discounts on goods and services offered by third parties. SHCHOJ TPBN1_UKTJ

Exclusive to TPF Recruitment, we are supporting a respected and growing firm of chartered accountants in Canterbury that is looking to appoint an Accountancy Practice Director. This is a senior leadership role within a well established practice that is planning for continued growth and long term succession. A key attraction of this opportunity is the flexibility on offer. The role will be shaped around the successful candidates experience, strengths and long term aspirations. Whether your background sits firmly within general practice or you bring specialist technical knowledge, the firm is committed to building the position around the right person. They would be particularly interested in individuals with technical skills in areas such as VAT, stamp duty, probate or forensic accounting. They are also very open to candidates who have developed sector specialisms, for example in not for profit, agriculture, manufacturing, construction or other niche areas that would add value to their client base. Key aspects of the role include Leading and developing a varied client portfolio Providing high level technical support across accounts and tax Taking an active role in business development, including networking, tendering and helping to drive new client wins Playing a central role in the firms strategic planning and long term growth Building strong client relationships and identifying new opportunities Supporting and mentoring the wider team to ensure continued development Contributing to the senior leadership team RequirementsAccountancy Practice Director Canterbury Possession of ACA/ACCA qualifications with a minimum of 5 years in a practice setting Previous roles as a Manager or Senior Manager or Partner within an accountancy practice, showcasing your depth of expertise Experience in client management, people management and / or business development would be advantageous BenefitsAccountancy Practice Director Canterbury £70,000- £100,000+ Our client is offering a highly competitive salary and remuneration package in the region of £70,000- £100,000 + depending on experience Bonus Scheme, and additional benefits 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays Competitive pension Full CPD support Parking Please apply for the vacancy or contact Tristan Finch via LinkedIn or our website for a confidential conversation (phone number removed)

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