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Business Services Manager Your new company A well-established, Top 40 accountancy and advisory firm with a strong heritage and a modern, purpose-driven outlook is seeking a Business Services Manager to support the growth of its Business Services offering. The firm works with a diverse client base ranging from entrepreneurs and owner-managed businesses to larger, complex and international groups. Known for its collaborative culture, commitment to sustainability and people-first values, this organisation offers an environment where high performance is balanced with wellbeing and development. Your new role As Business Services Manager, you will take ownership of a varied client portfolio and lead the delivery of high-quality accounting and advisory services. This is a key leadership role, responsible for managing a growing Business Services “pod” within a hybrid working environment based in Cardiff. You will act as the main point of contact for clients, providing high-level advice, overseeing complex accounting and VAT matters, and ensuring all statutory and regulatory requirements are met. Alongside client delivery, you will manage and develop a team, encourage collaboration across departments, and help identify opportunities to enhance services and streamline processes. Key responsibilities include: • Reviewing complex management accounts and statutory accounts, • Overseeing complex VAT returns, including cross-border and partial exemption matters, • Managing clients with audited entities and complex group structures, • Ensuring timely and accurate year-end adjustments, • Leading and developing a team, managing workloads and supporting progression, • Acting as a trusted advisor to clients, including overseas parent companies, • Working closely with audit, tax and other internal teams to deliver joined-up solutions, • Identifying opportunities for additional services and cross-selling, • Excellent knowledge of Xero, Sage and cloud accounting systems, • Strong understanding of VAT, including postponed VAT accounting, • Up-to-date knowledge of accounting standards such as FRS 102, • Experience dealing with HMRC and managing multiple deadlines, • Statutory accounts experience (preferred), • Proven people management and leadership capability, • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, • Private medical insurance and health cash plans, • Pension scheme and group life assurance, • Enhanced family leave and generous holiday entitlement, • Professional qualification support and structured development pathways, • Leadership development, mentoring and coaching opportunities, • Wellbeing initiatives and employee discount schemes, • A collaborative, inclusive culture with genuine career progressionWhat 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. 4794300

Your new company \nJoin a successful, long‑established manufacturing business based close to Cardiff city centre. With a strong reputation for quality and stability, this organisation offers a collaborative working environment where finance plays a key role in supporting operational performance. You'll be joining a supportive finance team with opportunities to broaden your skills and progress your career.\nYour new role \nAs an Assistant Accountant, you'll be a key member of the Finance Team, supporting the day‑to‑day running of the accounts function while contributing to accurate financial reporting. This role offers a strong balance of core transactional duties and exposure to management accounts within a stable, well‑structured business.Your responsibilities will include:\n\nManaging accounts payable, including processing invoices, reconciliations, and supplier payments\nDaily treasury duties, posting and reconciling bank transactions\nPreparing quarterly VAT returns\nAssisting with the preparation of management accounts and financial reports\nSupporting the maintenance of accurate financial records and controlsWhat you'll need to succeed \nYou'll be a detail‑oriented and organised finance professional who enjoys working as part of a team and taking ownership of key processes.You'll also bring:\n\nPart‑qualified (ACCA/CIMA/AAT) or qualified by experience\nStrong numeracy skills and excellent attention to detail\nGood working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and accounting systems\nStrong communication and organisational skills\nExperience using Sage Line 50 (desirable)What you'll get in return \nThis is a stable and rewarding opportunity offering excellent work‑life balance and long‑term security.What's on offer:\n\nSalary circa £35,000, depending on experience\nFull‑time permanent role\nEarly finish on Fridays\n20 days annual leave plus bank holidays in your first year, increasing to 25 days thereafter\nCompetitive benefits package\nSupportive team environment with opportunities for professional development and progressionWhat you need to do now \nIf you're interested in this Assistant Accountant role, click Apply Now to submit your CV, or contact William Loring at Hays Accountancy & Finance for a confidential discussion.\n\nHays 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)

Finance Manager\n Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 + benefits\n Location: South Wales (hybrid working available)\n\nThe Opportunity\n A growing and well-established engineering services business is seeking a commercially minded Finance Manager to take ownership of its finance function. Operating within the MEICA sector (Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Control & Automation), the business supports a range of infrastructure and industrial projects across the UK.\n\nReporting to the Group Financial Controller, this is a hands-on role offering full responsibility for local financial operations, alongside meaningful exposure to group reporting, strategic decision-making, and operational performance.\n\nThis position would suit a qualified accountant looking to step into a broad, autonomous role within a growing SME environment.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nFinancial Reporting & Control\n\nPrepare and deliver monthly management accounts in line with group deadlines\nProvide clear variance analysis, forecasts, and insightful commentary\nMaintain balance sheet integrity through regular reconciliations\nEnsure compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements (including VAT)\nAct as the primary contact for auditors and external advisorsBudgeting & Forecasting\n\nSupport the annual budgeting and planning process\nMonitor financial performance against budget and forecast\nProvide meaningful analysis and recommendations to support decision-makingBusiness Partnering & Analysis\n\nDeliver high-quality financial analysis to support operational and strategic initiatives\nPartner with operational teams, including project managers, to improve financial visibility and performance\nContribute to management reporting, dashboards, and presentations\nSupport business cases, investment appraisals, and potential M&A activitySystems & Process Improvement\n\nIdentify and implement improvements to financial processes and controls\nSupport ongoing development and optimisation of finance systemsAbout You\n\nProfessionally qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA)\nMinimum 3 years' experience in a finance role (practice or industry)\nExperience in a commercial finance or SME environment is advantageous\nStrong technical accounting knowledge (UK GAAP)\nAdvanced Excel skills and experience with accounting systems (e.g. Sage or similar ERP)Skills & Attributes\n\nStrong analytical and problem-solving ability\nHigh attention to detail and accuracy\nConfident communicator, able to engage with both finance and non-finance stakeholders\nProactive, hands-on approach with a continuous improvement mindsetWorking Arrangements\n\nOffice-based with hybrid flexibility (subject to business needs)\nOccasional travel may be requiredWhy Apply?\n\nBroad and autonomous role with real ownership\nExposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making\nOpportunity to shape processes in a growing business\nSupportive and collaborative working environment

Interim Finance Business Partner | 6 month FTC | Salary £55,000-£65,000. This role combines the strategic insight of a finance business partner with the technical expertise of a systems accountant. Business Partnering: Support the team and wider business with all business partnering activities ens

Finance Manager Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 + benefits Location: South Wales (hybrid working available) The Opportunity A growing and well-established engineering services business is seeking a commercially minded Finance Manager to take ownership of its finance function. Operating within the MEICA sector (Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Control & Automation), the business supports a range of infrastructure and industrial projects across the UK. Reporting to the Group Financial Controller, this is a hands-on role offering full responsibility for local financial operations, alongside meaningful exposure to group reporting, strategic decision-making, and operational performance. This position would suit a qualified accountant looking to step into a broad, autonomous role within a growing SME environment. Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting & Control Prepare and deliver monthly management accounts in line with group deadlines Provide clear variance analysis, forecasts, and insightful commentary Maintain balance sheet integrity through regular reconciliations Ensure compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements (including VAT) Act as the primary contact for auditors and external advisors Budgeting & Forecasting Support the annual budgeting and planning process Monitor financial performance against budget and forecast Provide meaningful analysis and recommendations to support decision-making Business Partnering & Analysis Deliver high-quality financial analysis to support operational and strategic initiatives Partner with operational teams, including project managers, to improve financial visibility and performance Contribute to management reporting, dashboards, and presentations Support business cases, investment appraisals, and potential M&A activity Systems & Process Improvement Identify and implement improvements to financial processes and controls Support ongoing development and optimisation of finance systems About You Professionally qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) Minimum 3 years' experience in a finance role (practice or industry) Experience in a commercial finance or SME environment is advantageous Strong technical accounting knowledge (UK GAAP) Advanced Excel skills and experience with accounting systems (e.g. Sage or similar ERP) Skills & Attributes Strong analytical and problem-solving ability High attention to detail and accuracy Confident communicator, able to engage with both finance and non-finance stakeholders Proactive, hands-on approach with a continuous improvement mindset Working Arrangements Office-based with hybrid flexibility (subject to business needs) Occasional travel may be required Why Apply? Broad and autonomous role with real ownership Exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making Opportunity to shape processes in a growing business Supportive and collaborative working environment TPBN1_UKTJ

Join BAE Systems and youll be part of something bigger. We are looking for a Project Accountant to join our finance team in the Electronic System division.

Your new company You will be working as a Systems Accountant for a public sector organisation that operates across the East Midlands. Your new role As Systems Accountant, you will operate as the subject matter expert for the finance system, leading on its configuration, integrations, reporting capab

We are seeking a highly capable and driven Systems Accountant to play a pivotal role in the implementation and optimisation of a new ERP system. In-depth knowledge of financial systems, processes, and internal controls. Ability to translate complex systems into clear, actionable insights for stakeho

Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA). Global University Systems (GUS) is an international education group that empowers students to transform their lives through education. It is an ideal role for a qualified accountant looking to build on their previous experience in a relevant role.

A leading motorsport company is looking for a Systems Accountant to drive the implementation and optimisation of their new ERP system. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of Epicor ERP systems and previous ERP implementation experience.

Senior Management Accountant - Up to 6Months Fixed Term - Large Multinat Retailer - Bolton with Hybrid. As a Senior Management Accountant, you’ll join a dynamic Country Finance Team, providing dedicated accounting support through the production of monthly management accounts and execution of key f

It is essential that you are be a fully professionally qualified CCAB Accountant or equivalent.

Management Accountant, Lincoln. Hays Senior Finance are working with a fast-growing manufacturer in Lincoln to recruit a Management Accountant. The role also contributes to maintaining strong internal controls, VAT compliance, and continuous improvement of financial systems and processes.

Work with cutting-edge systems like Opera Cloud, Delphi, Ideas, and more. Familiarity with hospitality systems (Opera Cloud, Delphi, Lanyon RFP, GDS).

Your new company is a well-established organisation operating not far from the M4.They have been active for many years and continue to invest heavily in strengthening their financial controls, data accuracy, and reporting transparency.As part of this, they are seeking additional analytical support w

If you’re a commercially minded Management Accountant or newly qualified ACA looking for your first step into industry - with real responsibility, exposure, and influence - this role offers an outstanding platform. Helping align systems, reporting and controls across the wider group. Strong Excel

Are you a commercial analyst who has experience of financial modelling? Do you have a commercial outlook and the ability to identify wider scenarios impacted by change? Are you happy to carry out a 12 month fixed term contract on a hybrid working basis? If the answer is yes to all of these questions

Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will play a key role in delivering accurate financial reporting, insightful analysis, and supporting strategic decision-making across the business.Preparation of monthly management accounts.Variance analysis and commentary.Budgeting and forecasting support.KPI r

Management Accountant (FTC 36 Months). This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Management Accountant to play a key role in.

Key Responsibilities Processing purchase and sales invoices Supporting Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions Bank reconciliations and cash allocation Assisting with payment runs and expense processing Resolving supplier and customer queries Supporting month-end finance tasks Maintainin

Now, they're looking for a Commercial Accountant to join their high-performing Finance team on an 18-month fixed-term contract.

Group Management Accountant (Part-Time). Due to continued growth, they are now looking to appoint a Group Management Accountant in a newly created position to support the Finance Director. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced, hands-on Management Accountant to take ownership of the fin

Management Accountant (FTC 3–6 Months). This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Management Accountant to play a key role in shaping the financial structure of a newly acquired business and supporting its integration into a larger, established group.

Do you thrive in fast-paced, operational environments where finance plays a key role in shaping decisions on the ground? Experience with BI tools?.Hygiene Operations finance team, supporting a service-led, operationally intensive business where people, productivity and customer experience sit at the

Your new company Your new company is a well‑established organisation operating not far from the M4.They have been active for many years and continue to invest heavily in strengthening their financial controls, data accuracy, and reporting transparency.As part of this, they are seeking additi

Do you thrive in fast-paced, operational environments where finance plays a key role in shaping decisions on the ground? Experience with BI tools?.Hygiene Operations finance team, supporting a service-led, operationally intensive business where people, productivity and customer experience sit at the

Management Accountant (FTC 3–6 Months). As a result, my client is seeking an experienced Management Accountant to join on an initial 3-month fixed-term contract, with the potential to extend to 6 months.

Support treasury reporting, systems, controls and process improvements. Assistant Management Accountant. Key Responsibilities of the Assistant Management Accountant:.

We are seeking a technically strong and detail orientated Financial Accountant to partner closely with the Financial Controller and take ownership of key areas of financial reporting, audit, and balance sheet governance across multiple UK entities.

Are you a commercial analyst who has experience of financial modelling? Do you have a commercial outlook and the ability to identify wider scenarios impacted by change? Are you happy to carry out a 12 month fixed term contract on a hybrid working basis? If the answer is yes to all of these questions

Assistant Management Accountant. We're working with a well established professional services firm in central Cardiff looking to add an Assistant Management Accountant to their finance team.

They are looking for someone who can assess how the business currently uses its systems, identify where improvements can be made, and help introduce better ways of working across teams. If you enjoy solving operational problems, improving systems, and exploring how AI can reduce manual workload and

Robert Half has been retained to exclusively partner with a private equity backed insurance broker to appoint a Group Financial Accountant. An excellent opportunity for a technically strong accountant to step into a broad Group.

Technical Business Analyst Consultant / Senior Consultant.Consultant / Senior Consultant.Candidates must be eligible for SC Clearance and have 5 years UK residency.Senior Consultant Technical Business Analysts.This role combines business analysis, stakeholder engagement, project delivery, and transf

One of our prestigious client is looking for a Business Analyst for a contract role.Demonstrable experience as a Business Analyst within the energy sector.Prior involvement in large industry programmes.Strong experience working in structured, complex environments with multiple stakeholders.Experienc

The ideal candidate will have prior experience delivering Salesforce projects within banking or financial services environments, with a solid understanding of regulated processes, integrations, and enterprise Salesforce ecosystems. Analyse integrations between Salesforce and other enterprise systems

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, or a related field preferred.

If you’re a HR Business Analyst looking for a role where you can genuinely influence systems change and HR transformation, apply now or message me directly for a confidential conversation. Focus Cloud are supporting an international organisation going through a significant people systems and HR op

Support digital, automation, and systems initiatives. Projects typically cover business improvement, AI enablement, automation, systems integration, and bespoke digital solutions, with a strong focus on practical implementation rather than long, drawn‑out programmes.

Location: Remote; occasional UK travel.We are hiring for a Business Analyst for a tech consultancy client.We’re specifically interested in speaking with candidates who have recent experience of working within the UK public sector.Must have worked as a Business Analyst within central government wit

Lead business analysis activities for LabWare LIMS enhancements, upgrades, and interim project delivery within regulated laboratory environments.Gather, document, and translate laboratory and business requirements into functional specifications and workflow solutions.Collaborate with laboratory user

Contract SAP Business Analyst (Commodities).Trading solution built around SAP S/4 HANA.X4 Technology are partnered with a leading global commodities firm with trading hubs in London and Singapore to hire a.The solution centres on SAP-based logistics processes that manage deliveries linked to invento

Fully Remote (UK) | Up to 55,000 plus 10 percent bonus and equity.This is an exciting opportunity to join a high‑growth consumer platform during a pivotal stage of building out their modern data capability.You will have real ownership, work closely with product and engineering, and play a key role