Financial Director: Experienced, ACA and hands on Financial Director sought for this pre-revenue but heavily backed technical innovator. This is a outstanding opportunity to join and develop a unique business. This is a senior leadership role within the company and reporting into a CFO. The role allows significant potential for further professional growth and development. It includes a wide range of finance and commercial leadership activities and the company secretarial role. It requires regular and close collaboration with the technical, operational, commercial and business development teams. In particular, the Finance Director will be a close business partner of the CFO, head of HR and team leads. They will ensure the highest ethical business standards and procedures are upheld, while all financial risk management, control and reporting across the platform remain robust. Main duties/role and responsibilities Oversee management of all financial outputs, ensuring strategic and reporting alignment and transparency, appropriate prioritisation, robust quality and timely delivery. Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting, budgeting and cashflow forecasting in respect of all projects and operations, to executive management, the Board and shareholders. Lead and develop the finance team, ensuring suitable professional development and mentoring, to support a high performance, ethical, results-based delivery culture. Collaborate with technical, commercial, human resources, external relations and operational stakeholders across the business, ensuring finance remains a fully integrated business function. Develop and embed further focus on financial control and rigorous expenditure management, balanced with the agility to support an evolving, multi-programme R&D business. Responsible for establishing and maintaining robust application of internal financial ERP systems, controls and processes to support operational activities and funding requirements. Design and deliver financial control enhancements, including accurate time recording of technical time, costing of labour into programmes, process documentation (finance processes and wider business), and delivery of documented accounting procedures. Design and implement project/joint venture reporting and cost control to support internal and external collaboration structures. Maintain and lead cost control, cashflow forecasting and rigorous financial approval processes for large commitments, contracts and tenders/bids, for private/public funding and programmes. Responsible for all external reporting, including statutory financial statements (and audit process), and statutory compliance returns, for all group entities. Supervise and ensure effective financial risk management processes, including treasury, tax, reporting, liquidity (cashflow forecasting) and statutory reporting. Design, lead and deliver cross-functional development projects (e.g. collaboration with HR / Purchasing / Programme Management). Support fundraising activities through recording of capital structure (including associated documentation), delivery and maintenance of share option (and other) incentive awards, in partnership with HR, as required. Manage and ensure appropriate coverage of all business related insurance, tax compliance, risk management, reporting and applications for R&D tax credits. Support the budgeting, financial recording, auditing and reporting of all grant/public sector funded programmes. Undertake all elements of Company Secretary role, including: legal and regulatory compliance for all group entities Experience required Proven experience of leading and developing a high-performance finance reporting and risk management team, in an R&D/technical operating environment. Qualified Accountant: ACA, with >10yrs post qualified experience. Stakeholder management - ability to collaborate across the business at all levels and to manage conflicting requirements from senior stakeholders. Excellent communication, finance presentation, programme and issues management skills. Technical accounting ability - ability to resolve complex financial reporting issues and deliver timely and accurate financial reporting to support various collaboration arrangements (joint venture/research collaborations/grant funded programmes). Includes strong expenditure management and cost allocation skills across multiple programmes. Strong budgeting and cashflow forecasting skills, to support business/strategic planning. Strong risk management capability across treasury, liquidity management, anti-bribery and corruption, tax, procurement and banking/payments. Experienced with company secretarial, UK Companies House regulatory and UK corporate governance requirements would be highly beneficial. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.

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Operating globally, this award winning and innovative company are seeking a qualified Finance Manager to support their European operations. The role is to manage the R2R outsources partners to deliver quality and timely service Based in their Head Office near Windsor it will be focused on the ongoing monthly reporting and need to streamline processes and systems and fully exploit the benefits of the new S4/Hana finance system bringing additional support to the team in terms of breadth of experience, technical expertise, Excel and SAP systems skills. Reporting to Group Finance Controller Lead the local R2R finance team Manage the R2R outsourced partners to deliver quality and timely service Perform reviews of financial processes, controls and procedures, suggesting and recommending improvements Support the realisation of procedural synergies and centralisation of like for like functions across EMEA Ensure compliance with internal financial (eg approval limits, credit control) and accounting policies and procedures Support local JSOX requrements Support on the ongoing transition Work with the outsourced partners as required ensuring quality delivery of services and proper management Production of monthly financial results Maintain financial accounting systems for cash management, AP, AR, CC and GL and associated reconciliations Required Qualified IFRS 16 and contract modules R2R experience BPO experience Strong Excel and SAP JSOX (desirable) By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.

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Senior Commercial Analyst Key Accountabilities Deliver robust financial models to support bids/ customer proposals, collaborating across the business to scope project requirements, technical solution, cost inputs and the risk profile Ensure project risks and opportunities are understood and quantified, risk profile and mitigations are articulated Implement a suite of pre-audited financial models for wider use across the business Provide financial and commercial support to developing new commercial propositions Produce financial assessment of operational projects and business cases Drive lessons learnt on projects including areas for commercial / financial improvements and insight on actual project performance Provide commercial / financial expertise and assurance in support of sales governance Produce presentations to leadership team / Board packs outlining analysis, insight and recommendations; present at relevant leadership team forums Educate other members of the finance team and the wider business community in Excel and financial modelling best practice Develop and recommend improvements to the financial modelling process, including assurance and review of financial outputs; develop and implement financial modelling best practice Support on ad hoc business initiatives providing commercial and financial analytical support, including MI, budgeting and forecasting Essential technical and professional skills, knowledge and qualifications Education University degree educated Financial / accounting professional qualifications (CA, CFA, CIMA, etc) Essential Expert Excel skills Expert financial modelling capability including experience of building P&L and cashflow statements in Excel linked to cost inputs Ability to perform financial analysis for the project including key financial ratios, sensitivity analysis and benchmarking Basic knowledge of accounting principles Reasonable business / commercial awareness Capacity to handle demanding and fluctuating workload, strong time management skills Thoroughness and attention to detail with steadiness under pressure Demonstrable track record of effective working within a team Adequate communication skills to enable working with a range of stakeholders across the business Demonstrable track record in problem solving Desirable Experience of effective working in bid teams Financial reporting expertise and knowledge of IFRS Background in Telecoms M&A experience By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.

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Senior Financial Accounting Manager Charity / Membership sector London (Hybrid 2/3 office/wfh) £45,000 - £55,000 + benefit My client is a small membership body seeking a Finance Manager to support the Financial Director in the Reporting and driving of process changes following a Netsuite implementation. This is to work in a busy, lively environment within a business that operates globally. Experience on Netsuite is a must. Manage the month-end reporting process across the three entities. This will include review of the subsidiary accounts (Americas and APAC) as well as working with the UK Finance team to pull together the UK accounts to a fixed month-end timetable. Working closely with the Finance Director this role will have key input in ensuring that the management accounts drive business decision making and provide greater transparency of financial performance. Drive the continual development of NetSuite finance system that was put in place 1st August 2020. Working alongside the Finance Director and external suppliers, this role will ensure that the charity gets maximum value from NetSuite through developing reporting capabilities, automating manual processes and developing links with third party software as required. The charity is currently undergoing a period of transformational change with regards its internal systems and processes. As such, this role will work closely with IT and Projects teams to ensure that Finance requirements and needs are taken into consideration when developing integrations with other systems. Assist the Finance Director in preparation of the consolidated annual accounts to ensure that they comply with the Charity SORP. This will include close liaison with the external auditors and ensuring that appropriate accounting adjustments are made. Assist the Finance Director in the preparation of the annual budget. Work closely with all budget holders to prepare their submissions and provide a consolidated view of the budget for review by CEO and Trustees Work with the Finance team to document procedures and processes across the Finance function. Establish a generic format for procedural documentation and work closely with finance team to ensure that all core processes are captured. Due to the transformative change that WSET is under-going this will cover existing as well as new processes. Oversee the core responsibilities of the Financial Accounting Manager including preparation and submission of quarterly VAT Returns, annual Corporation Tax Return, Fixed Asset Management, Balance Sheet reconciliations and Property. Line management of the Financial Accounting Manager including responsibility for objective setting and regular appraisal. Provide support to the whole Finance team on areas of technical financial accounting. Essential Part or fully qualified in a recognised accounting qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) or equivalent. Educated to Degree level with relevant accounting experience (preferably within industry but could be first role outside of practice). Experience of working in or with the SME sector. Strong communication skills when dealing with both internal and external stakeholders. High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 platform required, including but not limited to Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, OneDrive, OneNote, and Planner. Experience of working with NetSuite accounting software. Desirable Experience with Microsoft Dynamics CRM software. Experience of working in or with the Charity sector. Exposure to Multi-currency financials. Experience of working within an international business environment. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.

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Senior Financial Accounting Manager Charity / Membership sector London (Hybrid 2/3 office/wfh) £45,000 - £55,000 + benefit My client is a small membership body seeking a Finance Manager to support the Financial Director in the Reporting and driving of process changes following a Netsuite implementation. This is to work in a busy, lively environment within a business that operates globally. Experience on Netsuite is a must. Manage the month-end reporting process across the three entities. This will include review of the subsidiary accounts (Americas and APAC) as well as working with the UK Finance team to pull together the UK accounts to a fixed month-end timetable. Working closely with the Finance Director this role will have key input in ensuring that the management accounts drive business decision making and provide greater transparency of financial performance. Drive the continual development of NetSuite finance system that was put in place 1st August 2020. Working alongside the Finance Director and external suppliers, this role will ensure that the charity gets maximum value from NetSuite through developing reporting capabilities, automating manual processes and developing links with third party software as required. The charity is currently undergoing a period of transformational change with regards its internal systems and processes. As such, this role will work closely with IT and Projects teams to ensure that Finance requirements and needs are taken into consideration when developing integrations with other systems. Assist the Finance Director in preparation of the consolidated annual accounts to ensure that they comply with the Charity SORP. This will include close liaison with the external auditors and ensuring that appropriate accounting adjustments are made. Assist the Finance Director in the preparation of the annual budget. Work closely with all budget holders to prepare their submissions and provide a consolidated view of the budget for review by CEO and Trustees Work with the Finance team to document procedures and processes across the Finance function. Establish a generic format for procedural documentation and work closely with finance team to ensure that all core processes are captured. Due to the transformative change that WSET is under-going this will cover existing as well as new processes. Oversee the core responsibilities of the Financial Accounting Manager including preparation and submission of quarterly VAT Returns, annual Corporation Tax Return, Fixed Asset Management, Balance Sheet reconciliations and Property. Line management of the Financial Accounting Manager including responsibility for objective setting and regular appraisal. Provide support to the whole Finance team on areas of technical financial accounting. Essential Part or fully qualified in a recognised accounting qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) or equivalent. Educated to Degree level with relevant accounting experience (preferably within industry but could be first role outside of practice). Experience of working in or with the SME sector. Strong communication skills when dealing with both internal and external stakeholders. High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 platform required, including but not limited to Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, OneDrive, OneNote, and Planner. Experience of working with NetSuite accounting software. Desirable Experience with Microsoft Dynamics CRM software. Experience of working in or with the Charity sector. Exposure to Multi-currency financials. Experience of working within an international business environment. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.

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Group Reorganisation AD Following an announcement for a major reorganisation, our client requires interim support to the Group Finance leadership team and specialist contractor support. The project includes the incorporation of new legal entities; transfer of businesses between entities; transfer of legal ownership of entities within the Group; and settlement of intercompany balances between the Group and disposed entities. This role will work closely with the project leads in Group Company Secretary, Group Legal, Group Tax and Group Accounting to project manage and prepare the necessary accounting entries to reflect these reorganisations in the accounts and financial consolidation of the Group. Join project team to manage and contribute accounting input into the delivery of the reorganisation step-plan by co-ordinating with Group Legal, Group Tax, Group Treasury, Group Accounting, Group Corporate Secretary and local statutory and compliance teams to ensure compliance with local requirements including: consideration of historical investment cost, market value and consideration allocation; adequacy of distributable reserves etc. work with Group Accounting to calculate and populate the developed common template for moving existing entities around the Group considering accounting matters such as: standard double entries, e.g.; disposal of investments and statutory gain/loss under UK GAAP; clearance of intercompany balances where appropriate; treatment of pre- and post-transfer reserves. et c. repatriation of cash or other cash flows to enable local compliance for transfer of business; migration of other key balance sheet balances and supporting ledgers to enable business transfers (such work that can be achieved through accounting entries) Close communication with IT systems teams performing data migration contract / supplier / customer / masterdata set-up et c). Careful completion of the template for each entity to generate BYD-compliant journal entries in accordance with . journal entry requirements including appropriate accounting support so that can be passed to the General Ledger team for entry; Investigation of results in the SAP BYD ERP system once entries are posted against expected outcome and resolution of any queries and other issues; work with Group legal entity accountant (Edwin de Lange, based in Rotterdam, NL) as a resource and team member to ensure he gains experience in Group reorganisations and use of the template to inform future changes after the completion of the reorganisation project. For clarity, this role does not include responsibility for: the creation of new entities in the Group's ERP system or setup of system records in those new entities to allow, for example, time recording and billing; work to register or create the new legal entities required structure with local authorities; the data migration of all entity accounting balances in subledgers and contract details into new entities on novation or migration; the update of . Group's statutory and sub-consolidation structures and automated consolidation entries in the Group's reporting software. Requirements [Essential] Prior experience of the project management and accounting aspects of a Group legal reorganisation project and the associated impact on the financial consolidation for an international multicurrency business. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.

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An outstanding opportunity to join a leading professional services client based in Surrey. This will be a hybrid working on a 3/2 basis. The offices are based in a central location with parking on site and also easy access to the station. Responsible for managing and reporting the financial performance across a portfolio of accounts and working as part of a key member of the finance team. Key Responsibilities: Preparation of accurate monthly management accounts, forecasting, budgeting and balance sheet reconciliations, whilst ensuring adherence to internal accounting policies and GAAP. Production and interpretation of a detailed monthly reporting pack, presenting the financial at monthly reviews to senior management Provide Business Partnering and analytical support to Operations, Programme/Project Managers and Project Analysts, displaying the confidence to support and challenge financial assumptions and identifying key risks Translation of sales pipeline opportunities into financial forecasts. Management of working capital, driving account cash collection through proactive management of WIP and debt balances Assisting with budget preparation Production of ad-hoc reports and analysis to support and assist in decision making. Essential Skills: Practical financial accounting experience and recognised accountancy qualification (or at final stage of exams) Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines Possess high level of accuracy and attention to detail Strong analytical, communication and interpersonal skills Proactive and positive attitude Microsoft Excel Desirable: Experience of project accounting Systems experience in ORACLE and Business Objects To have worked closely with senior non-Finance resources IT industry knowledge By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.

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Senior Management Accountant / Lead Account Business Partner Surrey, Full-time - hybrid working pattern Reporting to: Financial Controller Main Purpose of the Role: Our client is a global business consultantcy firm in Surrey. New roles have become available for an ambitious and commercially minded accountant. You will be responsible for controlingl the financials of a significant portfolio account as per IFRS15 standards. Assist in managing and reporting the financial performance of a market unit and working as key member of UK BU finance team. Key Responsibilities: Management Accounts. Accurate production and detailed understanding of monthly actuals and forecasts for a signifncant account (or portfolio of accounts) with special attention applied to revenue and cost by source Complex Projects. Ensure correct TransFORM accounting treatment and highlight the financial consequences of key risks and opportunities Balance Sheet Review. Proactive control of WIP/BIA, Debt, Accruals, Prepayments. Clear and relevant explanations and actions in place for all items Market Unit Operations. Work closely with Market Unit Operations team to ensure proactive, accurate and timely financial decision support Preparation of monthly MU M-Review deck. Orchestrating production and management of financial data of the full document Financial support to bids. This ranges from review of relevant documentation against internal rules and financial/commercial tests to full financial modelling Offshore Finance Team. Work with and support an offshore finance team and where necessary provide training and feedback Essential Skills: Fully qualified accountant with 2-3 years experience PQE A real team player - proactive and a positive 'can do' attitude Resilient, ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines Experience of project accounting under IFRS 15 standards Professional, good communicator Strong analytical skills, communication and interpersonal skills both written and verbal Strong commercial acumen Possess high level of accuracy and attention to detail Advanced technical skills including Microsoft Excel Desirable: Systems experience in ORACLE and Business Objects, working with Power BI To have worked closely with the business and operations IT industry sector knowledge By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.

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The Senior Financial Accountant will be responsible for divisional reporting to its parent company with a view to report accurate and timely information. This is an outstanding opportunity to join a subsidiary of a leading FTSE 250 and excellent career and professional development opportunities. This role will lead the forecasting, recognition and reporting and be the main point of contact for all divisional and group queries. Key Duties: Manage the accounting for actuals for the relevant cost centres within SAP and Axiom software systems. Report to division on actuals vs. business plan and forecasts (for both P&L and balance sheet) and add meaningful commentary on variances. Develop and maintain the risks and opportunities against forecast for half 1 and outturn, working with the regulation and regulatory finance teams. Review the half 1 and outturn results based on actual performance in the month and reforecast as required (P&L, balance sheet and cashflow). Ensure all cost recovery is recognised and billed in the appropriate month Other tasks and reporting Additional reporting is required at quarter end, half year and year end, including the following: Preparation of quarterly lifetime contact review and presentation for Group Liaise with DCC operations team to collate data on the research and development claim annually. Manage the year end audit of the intragroup ledger (no statutory accounts preparation required in this role, but our divisional results are audited as part of the Group audit). Prepare the annual 3-year business plan for intragroup cost, revenue, profit and cash. Along with clear assumptions and associated risk and opportunities. Support with planned systems updates, continuous improvement and wider transformation projects. Support the control environment and suggest improvements to processes and controls where possible. Including bi-annual submissions to evidence how we comply with the control framework. Review and update formal process and policy documents on a regular basis Person spec Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA or equivalent) Strong Excel knowledge Experience of month-end process and variance reporting as well as forecasting and business planning Experience of divisional/group reporting requirements Experience of managing audits Strong communicator and team member, who is pro-active and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.

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Senior Financial Accounting Manager Charity / Membership sector London (Hybrid 2/3 office/wfh) £45,000 - £55,000 + benefit The role of the Senior Financial Accounting Manager, reporting into the Financial Director. Working within a busy, friendly environment (currently 8 in UK) in establishing best pracive finance operations and reporting across the global business. Duties and responsibilities: Manage the month-end reporting process across the three entities. This will include review of the subsidiary accounts (Americas and APAC) as well as working with the UK Finance team to pull together the UK accounts to a fixed month-end timetable. Working closely with the Finance Director this role will have key input in ensuring that the management accounts drive business decision making and provide greater transparency of financial performance. Drive the continual development of NetSuite finance system that was put in place 1st August 2020. Working alongside the Finance Director and external suppliers, this role will ensure that the charity gets maximum value from NetSuite through developing reporting capabilities, automating manual processes and developing links with third party software as required. The charity is currently undergoing a period of transformational change with regards its internal systems and processes. As such, this role will work closely with IT and Projects teams to ensure that Finance requirements and needs are taken into consideration when developing integrations with other systems. Assist the Finance Director in preparation of the consolidated annual accounts to ensure that they comply with the Charity SORP. This will include close liaison with the external auditors and ensuring that appropriate accounting adjustments are made. Assist the Finance Director in the preparation of the annual budget. Work closely with all budget holders to prepare their submissions and provide a consolidated view of the budget for review by CEO and Trustees Work with the Finance team to document procedures and processes across the Finance function. Establish a generic format for procedural documentation and work closely with finance team to ensure that all core processes are captured. Due to the transformative change that WSET is under-going this will cover existing as well as new processes. Oversee the core responsibilities of the Financial Accounting Manager including preparation and submission of quarterly VAT Returns, annual Corporation Tax Return, Fixed Asset Management, Balance Sheet reconciliations and Property. Line management of the Financial Accounting Manager including responsibility for objective setting and regular appraisal. Provide support to the whole Finance team on areas of technical financial accounting. Essential Part or fully qualified in a recognised accounting qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) or equivalent. Educated to Degree level with relevant accounting experience (preferably within industry but could be first role outside of practice). Experience of working in or with the SME sector. Strong communication skills when dealing with both internal and external stakeholders. High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 platform required, including but not limited to Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, OneDrive, OneNote, and Planner. Experience of working with NetSuite accounting software. Desirable Experience with Microsoft Dynamics CRM software. Experience of working in or with the Charity sector. Exposure to Multi-currency financials. Experience of working within an international business environment. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.

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Senior Finance Business Partner (Service & Operations x 2) Background An opportunity to join a fast growing business with operations throughout the UK with a mission to drive the low carbon agenda across the UK. We are looking for commercial qualified Financial Business Partners with an innovative and progressive nature to support the business. This will be a fast paced environment and you will be joining at a time of great change. You will be rewarded with both excellent professional development opportunities within roles that have huge scope to allow progression. An exceptional opportunity to join this wholly-owned subsidiary of a FTSE 250 company in a permanent high-profile and key strategic position. As a Finance Business Partner, we are seeking an individual who is ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified (or equivalent) with demonstrable experience engaging and influencing at executive level. The role will be partnering the senior leaders in the business on both functional and programme lines - ensuring they are receiving financial support in all of their business decisions and future financial outlook. A truly forward thinking opportunity Key Accountabilities: Financial assessment of business activities and projects specific to programmes/functions, including any necessary modelling Support and input towards the publication of Charging Statements, Indicative Charging Statements and indicative budgets. Work with senior management team in preparation and review of business cases, providing detailed feedback on submission, continuously work towards improving the process Provide appropriate level of challenge to senior leaders on cost proposals Budgeting and quarterly forecasting of costs and timing of cash outflows Manage and report on key risks, issues and opportunities affecting projects and functions that the role supports Prepare and deliver accurate month-end/year-end management reporting for functions and projects which this role supports Building and operating financial models as appropriate (overseen by Data team) Identify and drive improvements/efficiency's in existing processes other ad hoc assignments as necessary Experience CIMA/ACA/ACCA qualified or equivalent Ability to provide clear analysis of performance drivers Demonstrates initiative and takes responsibility for commercial issues, seeing them through to completion Track record of implementing change to improve financial processes Experience of engaging and influencing at executive level Confident in managing demanding stakeholders Experience in taking ownership of financial issues under their remit Desirable: Experience of supporting C Suite executives Experience of working in a regulated environment Comfortable operating within a complex, matrix environment SAP BPC knowledge and the ability to create and develop reports Energy, government, technology or telecommunications sector (matrix orgnaisational skills preferred) By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.

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Our client is a subsidiary of a leading Business Service organisation with operations throughout the UK. Following a recent expansion, a major transformation programme is underway to support a nationwide digitization rollout project. This is an outstanding opportunity to develop your accountancy career within the sustainable energy sector as the UK moves towards a low-carbon economy. A private company working closely with energy regulator, we are keen to speak to candidates with experience preferably gained from corporate matrix clients or with exposure within regulated markets; Eg: (Energy / Communications / Water / Transport) With the programme at its early stages, the roles will provide outstanding development and progression. As all the positions are new, this will allow you to be challenged, pushed and ultimately rewarded as they shape and mould your career. Finance Data Manager An experienced financial controls professional who can lead by example, develop a best practice control environment to support quality finance data and manage compliance and risks within the finance team. Manage a team of finance data analysts, that support the finance team and wider business to ensure data clarity and integrity. Reviewing outputs as required. Develop an in depth understanding of the different ways the finance data is used (Management reporting, statutory reporting and regulatory reporting) and create relevant data policies, where they do not already exist. Work with the head of transformation and data to create a clear data strategy and ensure its implementation in a timely manner with appropriate controls. Work closely with the Business Improvement and Internal Audit (BIA) team to understand the annual schedule of internal and compliance audits and manage these within the finance team to ensure all deadlines are met. Manage and maintain the finance risk register, ensuring all risks are captured. Documenting any required mitigating actions, in line with the wider risk appetite. Ensure all actions are prioritised, assigned to owners and completed by the due date. Assist in finance transformation and continuous improvement as the subject matter expert for controls and risk mitigation to ensure appropriate controls are embedded in all processes. Manage the statutory audit feedback in relation to management letter points and agreed upon procedures and ensure an action plan is created and tracked for any control weaknesses identified. Manage the finance policies and review and update them on a periodic basis, as required. Oversee financial modelling (ongoing operation of models will be by responsible FBP). This includes support for business cases, the need to liaise with regulators, customers, vendors, banks and technical, operational and commercial teams Skills / Background Proven accounting knowledge (via ACA, ACCA, ACMA/CGMA or relevant degree preferably in finance / accounting) Strong management and leadership skills, demonstrated through line management experience Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel, generally numerate with the ability to complete analysis, evaluate these and present findings to colleagues Experience of data modelling and handing models over to others to maintain Ability to communicate complex issues concisely, both verbally and in writing Ability to think innovatively and strategically about new ways of working Proactive in resolving issues or promoting best practice Desirable Experience with SAP business software Experience with visualisation tools e.g. PowerBI Experience in working in a regulated environment Experience of improving cost transparency Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with a range of stakeholders Able to demonstrate flexibility and resilience to work in a dynamic organisation where priorities may change at short notice Highly organised, self-starter who takes initiative Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify problems and formulate a dynamic resolution Project management and process optimisation skills desirable, but not essential By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.

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SAP Systems Support Analyst - BPC London / Leeds / WFH Our client is a global support services business with locations nationwide. With the implementation of SAP systems, an opportunity for a support analyst has arisen. You will be responsible for providing system administration services and 1st line support to users of the BPC consolidation module and BPC revenue recognition module across the group. This individual will be a key player in the Finance Systems Support team, providing operational support (including report development) and administering the BPC environment for Financial Consolidation and Revenue Recognition. The role is responsible for ensuring that the systems and processes are up to date with all relevant reporting standards, practices, and audit requirements. As well as ensuring the associated reporting and outputs are in line with the needs of the end users. Key Responsibilities: Be a consistent and approachable point of contact for BPC users 1st Line Business-facing functional support of the BPC consolidation & revenue recognition modules, including troubleshooting and issue resolution Engage with 2nd and 3rd line support teams to ensure timely resolution of end user issues Perform BAU system administration and configuration activities in line with agreed timelines Challenge, prioritise and action change requests Maintain change log and progress system enhancements into current environment Development of training materials and provision of training Onboarding of new users and contract data migration / set-up Ownership and maintenance of relevant documentation Ensure all changes, data mapping and translation between source systems and BPC are processed correctly Ensure that system permissions are in line with delegated authorities and approvals from the businesses Ensure compliance with audit and security reviews Ensure data integrity and consistency across multiple reports Provide extended support during critical reporting periods such as Year-End and Half-Year Group Finance reporting Key Experience & Skills: Experience administering and supporting SAP Business Planning and Consolidation (BPC) experience in the consolidation module is essential Experience of developing reports in BPC to meet end user requirements Experience of acquiring and transforming data from Finance ERP systems Experience with current SAP reporting and analytics tools (such as SAC and BW) is desirable Exposure to maintaining cross platform interfaces is desirable Positive and professional demeanour, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and ability to interact effectively across functions and all levels of management 'Can do' attitude, proactive approach and comfortable in offering pragmatic solutions to changing requirements Strong analytical and numerical skills demonstrating an ability to identify and react to emerging issues A team player with the ability to work independently (when required) to deliver positive outcomes Ability to deal with a demanding workload and extended support at peak reporting periods By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.

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Senior Financial Accounting Manager Charity / Membership sector London (Hybrid 2/3 office/wfh) £45,000 - £55,000 + benefits Reporting to the Financial Director for this £20m internationally recognized awarding body. This is broad hands on reporting and commercial opportunity within a genuinely interesting sector. It will provide you an opportunity to develop your leadership skills within a friendly, flexible and collaborative working environment. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Oversee preparation of monthly accounts including revenue posting and accruals Oversee outsourced payroll processes for EMEA incl monthly journal posting Manage AR across EMEA including monthly reporting and credit control Cash Management and cashflow forecasting Preparation of monthly balance sheet recs Management of AP function Timely submission of Stats, Tax, VAT and Payroll returns Oversee statutory and tax audits across EMEA Liaise with external advisors, outsourced payroll and internal tax team Preparation of group reporting packs Lead on process improvement projects System implementations and improvements Assist the FD with preparation of Financial Reporting Pack for EMEA Assist the FD with annual budget and quarterly forecasts KEY COMPETENCIES: Qualified or Advanced Part-Qualified ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified 4 years plus experience gained from an SME background Advanced Excel skills / Netsuite experience preferred Staff management experience Good attention to detail and ability to prioritise Creative problem-solving skills Open, transparent, collaborative, flexible working style By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.

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