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The position offers a hybrid working environment, allowing for a flexible work-life balance, and aims to create meaningful impacts for clients through innovative HR solutions. A prestigious consulting firm in the UK is seeking a seasoned HR leader to drive strategic initiatives within large-scale or

A leading global consulting firm based in the UK is seeking an HR M&A Director to lead projects from due diligence to post-merger integration. The ideal candidate will have strong HR consulting experience and outstanding interpersonal skills, alongside a degree in business or finance. Responsibiliti

To capitalise on this success, we are currently looking for senior experienced Workday Finance professionals to join our established and growing Workday Practice. PwC doesn't simply configure Workday but treats Workday as a fundamental element of our business transformation services. Our team member

A leading consulting firm in the UK is seeking a Technology Director specializing in Home Affairs and Justice.The role involves driving technology-enabled transformation programs, advising senior executives, and leveraging expertise in emerging technologies.Candidates should have a proven track reco

A leading professional services firm in Manchester is seeking an experienced SAP Finance & EPM Director to drive business development and client delivery with a focus on SAP technology.

A leading NHS service provider is seeking a Service Solutions Director to drive finance transformation across multiple NHS Trusts.

Executive Director, Finance and Digital Transformation. As part of our newly formed Executive Team, this role will bring strategic leadership to our finances and ensure that MAG is well positioned to harness the advantages that a cohesive and forward thinking approach to systems and technology will

Assistant Director (Senior Manager) – Procurement - Operational Strategy - Strategy and Execution - EY-Parthenon. Cost transformation, procurement strategies & optimisation. Private Equity procurement value creation pre and post deal.

Assistant Director of Digital, Data and Technology. Your focus will include shaping and delivering a modern digital strategy, strengthening data management, improving customer experience, supporting major transformation programmes and ensuring the Council maintains resilient, secure and compliant te

Your new company HAYS are excited to bring you this senior position for a top accounting firm, As the National Payroll Director, you will provide strategic leadership and operational oversight of the firm's Payroll Services function across the UK. This includes responsibility for multiple regional payroll teams, as well as the governance and performance of both onshore and offshore delivery centres. The role ensures excellence in service delivery, compliance with UK legislation, and supports continued growth in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment within a top 10 accounting firm. This position requires a commercially minded leader with deep technical payroll expertise, strong people leadership skills, and a proven ability to drive transformation, standardisation and operational efficiency across complex, multisite teams. Your new role Strategic Leadership & Governance Develop and deliver the national payroll strategy for the UK, aligned with the firm's wider outsourcing and advisory objectives. Set consistent standards, controls, and best‑practice frameworks across all payroll locations and service lines. Ensure operational resilience, incorporating business continuity planning and appropriate risk management. Lead large-scale transformation programmes, including technology modernisation, automation, and process optimisation.Operational Management Oversee day-to-day operations for high‑volume and complex payroll portfolios across multiple sectors. Manage performance across onshore and offshore teams, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to SLAs. Ensure compliance with all statutory and legislative requirements for the UK, including HMRC, pensions, and industry‑specific requirements. Drive continuous improvement and standardisation across workflows, tools, and delivery centres. Client Leadership & Commercial Growth Act as senior escalation point for key national clients, including resolving high-risk issues. Implement new clients and upgrade payroll systems Support business development activity, including pitches, proposals, and pricing strategies. Identify opportunities to expand the payroll offering, cross-sell wider services, and enhance client value. Provide technical insight and thought leadership to internal and external stakeholders.People Leadership Lead, inspire, and mentor a diverse workforce of payroll managers, team leaders, and specialists across multiple sites. Ensure effective workforce planning, succession planning, and capability development across the function. Foster a collaborative, high‑performance culture focused on quality, compliance, and exceptional service. Oversee performance management, skills development, and continuous professional learning. What you'll need to succeed Essential Proven experience in a senior payroll leadership role within a large accounting firm, BPO, or complex multisite organisation. Deep technical understanding of UK payroll legislation, compliance, and best practice. Experience managing large teams across multiple locations, including offshore delivery. Demonstrable track record of delivering operational transformation and process improvement. Strong commercial acumen and experience in supporting revenue growth and client development. Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior leaders and new/existing clients Highly numerate, analytical, and confident working with KPIs, SLAs, and operational metrics. 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)

D365 Business Central Lead (Finance & Supply Chain) Location: Manchester Type: Permanent Reporting to: Finance Director / Senior Leadership Hybrid: 3 days a week Salary: £75,000 - £95,000 About the Role Our client is looking for an experienced ERP & Business Central Lead to take ownership of their Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central environment and drive the next phase of their digital and operational transformation. This is not a traditional programme management role. We need someone who combines strategic ERP leadership with a hands‑on, detail‑driven approach - someone who can understand how the business works today, identify what "good" looks like for them, and lead the practical steps required to get there. You will be the internal expert for Business Central: shaping the roadmap, diagnosing issues, defining improvements, and coordinating development work. You won't be expected to write code yourself, but you must be comfortable getting into the detail of how the system works, what needs fixing, and how to deliver meaningful change. Key Responsibilities Act as the Business Central subject matter expert for the entire organisation. Lead the end‑to‑end optimisation of Business Central, ensuring it meets the needs of a fast‑growing, product‑led business. Diagnose system issues, gaps, and inefficiencies - and translate them into clear, actionable development requirements. Work closely with external developers (ad‑hoc or retained) to deliver fixes, enhancements, and new functionality. Provide ERP leadership across the business, helping teams understand best practice and what "good" looks like. Map business processes, challenge existing ways of working, and design improved workflows within BC. Own the ERP roadmap, prioritising improvements based on business value and operational impact. Ensure strong governance, documentation, and change control around all system developments. Collaborate with Finance, Operations, Supply Chain, and Commercial teams to ensure Business Central supports their needs. Provide hands‑on support during month‑end, system changes, and key operational cycles. Drive user adoption, training, and continuous improvement across the organisation.What We're Looking For Extensive experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central (or NAV with BC transition experience). A blend of strategic thinking and hands‑on problem‑solving - someone who can zoom out and lead, but also dive into the detail when needed. Strong understanding of core business processes (finance, supply chain, operations, inventory, manufacturing, or similar). Proven ability to translate business needs into system requirements and deliver improvements. Experience working with external developers and managing technical delivery. A proactive, sleeves‑rolled‑up mindset - someone who thrives on fixing problems, improving systems, and making things work better. Excellent communication skills and the confidence to challenge, guide, and influence stakeholders. A track record of driving ERP transformation in a growing or complex business.Why This Role Matters Our client is at a pivotal stage in its growth. Business Central should be a powerful enabler - but only with the right leadership. This role will shape how the business operates, how data flows, and how teams work day‑to‑day. The right person will make a visible, lasting impact across the organisation

Your new company A well-established organisation within the Higher Education sector is embarking on a major finance systems transformation programme. With legacy, paper-based processes and highly detailed financial regulations, they are now preparing to transition from Sage to a modern cloud-based finance system. They are seeking an experienced Finance Systems Accountant to lead this change and ensure the successful adoption of new processes across the organisation. Your new role Reporting into the Finance Director and working closely with the Management Accountant, you will take ownership of the end-to-end project to deliver a new cloud-based finance system. Your key responsibilities will include: Project-managing the transition from Sage to a cloud-based accounting platform. Engaging with non-finance teams to embed new processes into operational workflows and delivering staff training to ensure adoption. Reviewing existing financial regulations and recommending updates to internal controls aligned to the new system environment. Working with finance assistants to identify and implement a new approach to student group expense claims. Ensuring successful integration between the organisation's existing system and the new finance system. Troubleshooting system issues post-go live and supporting ongoing optimisation. What you'll need to succeed You will be a fully qualified Accountant (CIMA / CIPFA / ACCA) or an exceptional QBE with demonstrable experience in similar roles. A strong background in large, complex environments - exposure to shared services would be highly advantageous. A proven track record of leading finance system change, including managing integration challenges. Experience reviewing and automating key finance processes. The ability to build strong relationships and create buy-in with non-finance colleagues during times of change. What you'll get in return A pivotal role leading a major transformation project in the Higher Education sector. The opportunity to shape future processes and controls within a supportive and collaborative finance function. A competitive salary of up to £58,000 with a 6-12 month fixed-term contract, starting as soon as possible. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, please click 'apply' and we will revert to the most relevant applications as soon as possible. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you're an accountant looking for a new job in finance, please contact Benjamin Stanton at the Hays Senior Finance team in Manchester. 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 hays.co.uk TPBN1_UKTJ