Gleeson Recruitment Group have been instructed by an excellent client of ours who are recruiting for a Senior Management Accountant based in Birmingham. This superb leisure and entertainment business have an exciting opportunity to join a high quality and vibrant finance function, as part of the management accounting team. The Senior Management Accountant role will be responsible for preparing weekly reporting and monthly management accounts, which accurately report company performance and financial position whilst upholding the highest standard of financial control. The Senior Management Accountant will be a trusted adviser to business partners, and also be expected to provide support and supervision to the rest of the management accounting team. Key Duties: Senior Management Accountant: Birmingham: £45,000 Processing and supporting the production of the management accounts for month end reporting encompassing all divisions Supporting the delivery of the change programme across all aspects of the management accounts. Providing recommendations, improving processes and embedding a culture of continuous improvement and automation Responsibility and delivery of complex reconciliations across multiple systems / processes, ensuring completeness and accuracy of financial performance & position Supporting and assisting the Shared Service Accounting Manager on day to day basis, with the ability to step in to cover as required Support and promote appropriate controls around the balance sheet and any reporting to external and internal audit Support Finance Business Partners to understand key movements in their P&L on a monthly basis Providing both guidance and leadership to junior members of the team Qualifications & Experiences: Senior Management Accountant: Birmingham: £45,000 Qualified Accountant (ACA,CIMA,ACCA) Demonstrates a high level of comfort in using accounting systems and complex data sets Able to bring experience of working in a strong control environment Advanced proficiency in Excel with experience of applying analysis High level of attention to detail Excellent verbal, interpersonal, and written skills (ability to communicate across a wide range of internal and external stakeholders) Excellent time management skills (ability to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines) Excellent organisation and prioritisation skills (ability to work independently, flexibly and responsively) Committed team player with a genuine can do attitude (hard working, uses initiative and great with colleagues) This really is a fantastic opportunity to join a business that can offer great exposure, progression and complex work from day one. If you are interested in this role please do get in touch 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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Gleeson Recruitment Group are currently working with an industry recognised top employer who are recruiting for a Group Financial Accountant and is based in Nottingham. This position reports to the Group Financial Controller, and forms part of the financial reporting team. This really is a fantastic opportunity for a first or second time mover to join a listed business in a great group function. With massive exposure to senior stakeholders this role offers demonstrable and defined routes of progression within 18Months Key Duties, Group Financial Accountant, Nottingham Monthly reporting Assist the Director of Financial Reporting in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the group consolidation Preparation of the monthly consolidated cash flow reports for the Group Responsible for actioning all direct journals in the Consolidation and Reporting system Responsible for monitoring all of the Group's intercompany accounts, both P&L and balance sheet Working with the Group Treasurer, ensure accuracy and transparency of data for bank covenant calculations Management of a range of holding companies, including monthly reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and completion of UK GAAP statutory accounts where necessary Provision of monthly reporting to the Group CFO and other internal management as requested Build effective relationships with finance teams across the group Provide advice and support on technical accounting issues to divisional finance teams and senior management Skills and Experiences, Group Financial Accountant, Nottingham ACA qualified with big four or mid-tier audit background Technically strong, with in depth UKGaap knowledge Ability to deliver accurate results to tight deadlines with good attention to detail Experience with general accounting, financial statement preparation, consolidations, monthly close processes, and cash flow reporting (Desirable) Familiarity with multi-currency, group consolidations (Desirable) Highly systems literate Strong interpersonal and communications skills required Willingness to improve processes and drive efficiency's Highly motivated, self-starter and results-oriented This role is really an excellent opportunity for a first time mover from practice to join an excellent industry role and progress there career quickly For more info please do get in touch 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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Finance Systems Manager: Leeds, £70,000 Gleeson Recruitment Group are currently supporting a fantastic business services organisation who are relocating there finance function to the heart of Leeds Finance Systems Manager: Leeds, £70,000 PURPOSE: To be a key player in the Finance Systems Support and Administration team, providing operational support for the Enterprise Performance Management environment To ensure that the systems and processes (reporting, forecasting, planning, analytics) are fit for purpose, compliant and up to date with all relevant reporting standards, practices and audit requirements; KEY OUTCOMES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Ensure that BusinessSponsors' systems-enabled outcomes are achieved through: Managing the delivery of projects and system changes/ enhancements; Addressing any reliability issues; Tracking service metrics Managing budgets Managing resources responsible for getting services delivered; Troubleshooting technical issues Ensuring that service agreements get met and assisting with external vendor services/ contract renewals; Analyse, assess and mitigate risks and issues arising; Be a consistent and approachable point of contact for the Finance Leadership and their business; Ensure compliance with system audit and security reviews; Consult with functional groups across Finance sponsors to understand and have clearly articulates business requirements, and ensure that solutions are aligned with business needs; Manage the provision of systems support during critical reporting periods such as Month-End/ Half-Year/ Year-End Group Finance reporting, Annual Business Planning. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: Finance Systems Manager: Leeds, £70,000 Qualified Accountant Project/ Programme Management discipline - PM Qualification (Desirable); Commercial acumen and experience of management around support contracts - ITIL (Desirable); 5+ years hands-on experience with delivering changes on Finance systems. Understanding of Finance processes around Accounting, Planning, Forecasting, Reporting, and Analytics; Experience of delivering significant system changes and solutions in the line whilst maintaining BAU operations; Team management: Experience of managing a split-site/ co-located team comprising onshore, near-shore and off-shore staff and external contractors/ consultants Positive and professional demeanour, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and ability to interact effectively across functions and all levels of management; SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE: Lean and Agile delivery practices; Managing and maintaining a positive relationship with sponsors and stakeholders; Strong interpersonal skills, able to manage conflict and maintain good relationships with key stakeholders. Proactive and comfortable in offering pragmatic solutions to fluid requirements. Uses creativity to find ways to make the service and experience better. Ability to identify and react to emerging issues; Resource, budget management skills; Finance systems background For more information on this exciting new role please do get in touch 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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Gleeson Recruitment Group are currently supporting a FTSE 250 business based in Walsall who are recruiting for a Financial Accountant to join them in there Group Function. This role would ideally suit an individual who is currently working in either a Big4 or Top10 firm. This really is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified accountant to make the first move from practice into a highly successful business in a current state of expansion. The role also offers huge and demonstrable paths of progession into senior level roles within 2 years. Key Accountabilities: Financial Accountant, Walsall Group financial reporting Establish a good working knowledge of the Hyperion Financial Management (Consolidation) system and in time, complete the consolidation for the Group. Initially support the Head of Financial Reporting in preparation of the monthly accounts with a specific reference to processing consolidation journals, checking the integrity of the consolidation and clearing any identified errors through liaison with local teams and Group reporting colleagues. Complete Group balance sheet reconciliations, liaising with local teams to understand balance sheet movements. Support the preparation of the Annual Report and Interim Report together with liaison with external auditors, with a view that over time this role would take a leading role in the Annual Report process. Own the process of collating data from the businesses at interim and year end to support accounting disclosures and prepare supporting deliverables files for audit. Group finance and controls In conjunction with HFM specialists and the Head of Financial Reporting, contribute to the administration and enhancement of the Group's HFM environment. Maintain and update the Group Financial Toolkit, a key part of our financial governance and control structure. Take part in ad hoc Group Finance projects including enhancement of the control environment through the use of new technologies, robotics & automation. Support the Head Office Senior Accountant working with external brokers & businesses across the Group during the annual insurance renewal process. Transactions Review of local accounting papers Preparation of Group accounting papers Integration of new businesses into HFM Technical guidance on accounting Identification of intangibles and valuation model reviews Key Skills and Experiences: Financial Accountant, Walsall Big 4 or Top 10 Qualified ACA Accountant FTSE 250 audit experience ideally in the support services sector with evidence of auditing a PLC company, corporate head office and drafting audit committee papers. Up to date technical expertise in financial accounting, in particular IFRS, plc reporting requirements and consolidated financial reporting in an international context. In particular, demonstrate a strong understanding of IFRSs 2, 3, 15 & 16. If you are interested in the exception first time move into industry within a fantastic FTSE listed business please do get in touch. 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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Gleeson Recruitment Group are currently partnering with a FTSE 250 business based in Walsall who are recruiting for a FP&A Manager. This position will play a lead role in the consolidation, analysis and internal reporting of the groups financials (profit and cash) and KPIs on a monthly basis, providing commercial insight into performance of multiple global business lines and lead the production of monthly performance reports for the Plc Board. Key Accountabilites: FP&A Manager, Walsall Play an integral part in the preparation and consolidation of the annual budget and strategic planning process. This will include, but is not limited to: challenge and review key assumptions for each business based on historic performance understand and highlight any key areas of opportunity / risk to the plan develop an understanding the drivers of value and the best area for investment of Group funds Reporting of financial and management performance Internal Reporting Review and understand business unit performance on a monthly basis versus budget and prior year and use this knowledge to write the monthly Plc Board report, providing commentary on the performance of the Group with key messages drawn out. Ensuring that financials and KPI's are accurately reported each month. Build a good rapport with the business units by visiting them on an ad hoc basis and work with them to improve the quality of reporting and management information. Balance sheet / forecast reviews Support the review of the balance sheets and P&L forecasts for each of the business units, highlighting any risk / opportunity and any areas that can be improved to strengthen the financial reporting of the Group. Qualifications and Experience: FP&A Manager, Walsall Qualified accountant with at least 2 years post qualification experience (ACA,ACCA,CIMA) Good excel and powerpoint skills Highly analytical and commercial mindset The individual must be a good team player with the ability to develop strong relationships. Good written and verbal communication with the ability to produce Board reports that are concise and professionally written. The individual should have drive and determination, be able to deliver under pressure and be used to working in a fast paced and entrepreneurial environment. This really is a superb opportunity to join a FTSE business in a period of growth and you will play a key role in the provision of accurate and timely financial and operational information to the Directors within the Group regarding the actual and expected performance of the business, thus enabling them to make informed decisions regarding the action required to drive shareholder value. As the business continues through a period of change and growth, there will continue to be significant opportunity to have an impact and ensure that they take the right investment decisions for the Group. There will also be a good level of exposure to senior stakeholders in the Plc team and across the whole business For more information on this exciting opportunity please do get in touch 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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Gleeson Recruitment Group are supporting a well known retail brand based in Nuneaton who are recruiting for a qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) to join them as a Commercial Finance Business Partner on a permanent basis This is an exceptional opportunity to join a high performing team in a massively commercially focussed role with great exposure to senior stakeholders. This is a fast paced retail environment and offers a newly qualified accountant the real opportunity to take that next step. Main Duties: Finance Business Partner, Nuneaton Drive the impact and understanding of financial information through insightful reporting and interpretation to influence decision making and promote business performance across the Business. Finance Business partner / Decision Support for all areas of the Business. Present industry, competitor, consumer and economic trends to provide context. Advise on key business planning assumptions, risks, opportunities and correction plans. Support future strategic planning and target setting. Responsibility for production of rolling forecasts and annual Budgets. Partner respective Business areas from a Finance perspective. Develop KPI analysis both financial and operational, revenue and profitability analysis Evaluate capex investment plans Building a greater understanding and helping to drive the profitable success of the overall business. Provide insight and analysis in assisting the team to ensure targets and goals are met ROI analysis by channel Continuous performance management and Budget optimisation with stakeholders Monthly reporting schedules prepared for the Corporate board. Instrumental in the compiling of annual budgets in line for your area of the business Ensuring scheduled reports are produced on time and efficiently. Promote continuous improvement Assist the Senior Finance Business Partners (Retail, Digital, Trading, Commercial, International) with ad-hoc analysis projects and insight If you are a qualified accountant (ACA,ACCA,CIMA) looking for a highly commercial Finance Business Partner role within a fast paced and complex business based in Nuneaton please do get in touch 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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Gleeson Recruitment Group are supporting a well known retail brand based in Nuneaton who are recruiting for a qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) to join them as a Commercial Finance Business Partner on a permanent basis Main Duties: Finance Business Partner, Nuneaton Drive the impact and understanding of financial information through insightful reporting and interpretation to influence decision making and promote business performance across the Business. Finance Business partner / Decision Support for all areas of the Business. Present industry, competitor, consumer and economic trends to provide context. Advise on key business planning assumptions, risks, opportunities and correction plans. Support future strategic planning and target setting. Responsibility for production of rolling forecasts and annual Budgets. Partner respective Business areas from a Finance perspective. Develop KPI analysis both financial and operational, revenue and profitability analysis Evaluate capex investment plans Building a greater understanding and helping to drive the profitable success of the overall business. Provide insight and analysis in assisting the team to ensure targets and goals are met ROI analysis by channel Continuous performance management and Budget optimisation with stakeholders Monthly reporting schedules prepared for the Corporate board. Instrumental in the compiling of annual budgets in line for your area of the business Ensuring scheduled reports are produced on time and efficiently. Promote continuous improvement Assist the Senior Finance Business Partners (Retail, Digital, Trading, Commercial, International) with ad-hoc analysis projects and insight If you are a qualified accountant (ACA,ACCA,CIMA) looking for a highly commercial Finance Business Partner role within a fast paced and complex business based in Nuneaton please do get in touch 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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Gleeson Recruitment Group are supporting a well known retail brand based in Nuneaton who are recruiting for a qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) to join them as a Commercial Finance Business Partner on a permanent basis Main Duties: Finance Business Partner, Nuneaton Drive the impact and understanding of financial information through insightful reporting and interpretation to influence decision making and promote business performance across the Business. Finance Business partner / Decision Support for all areas of the Business. Present industry, competitor, consumer and economic trends to provide context. Advise on key business planning assumptions, risks, opportunities and correction plans. Support future strategic planning and target setting. Responsibility for production of rolling forecasts and annual Budgets. Partner respective Business areas from a Finance perspective. Develop KPI analysis both financial and operational, revenue and profitability analysis Evaluate capex investment plans Building a greater understanding and helping to drive the profitable success of the overall business. Provide insight and analysis in assisting the team to ensure targets and goals are met ROI analysis by channel Continuous performance management and Budget optimisation with stakeholders Monthly reporting schedules prepared for the Corporate board. Instrumental in the compiling of annual budgets in line for your area of the business Ensuring scheduled reports are produced on time and efficiently. Promote continuous improvement Assist the Senior Finance Business Partners (Retail, Digital, Trading, Commercial, International) with ad-hoc analysis projects and insight If you are a qualified accountant (ACA,ACCA,CIMA) looking for a highly commercial Finance Business Partner role within a fast paced and complex business based in Nuneaton please do get in touch 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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Gleeson Recruitment Group are supporting a well known retail brand based in Nuneaton who are recruiting for a qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) to join them as a Commercial Finance Business Partner on a permanent basis Main Duties: Finance Business Partner, Nuneaton Drive the impact and understanding of financial information through insightful reporting and interpretation to influence decision making and promote business performance across the Business. Finance Business partner / Decision Support for all areas of the Business. Present industry, competitor, consumer and economic trends to provide context. Advise on key business planning assumptions, risks, opportunities and correction plans. Support future strategic planning and target setting. Responsibility for production of rolling forecasts and annual Budgets. Partner respective Business areas from a Finance perspective. Develop KPI analysis both financial and operational, revenue and profitability analysis Evaluate capex investment plans Building a greater understanding and helping to drive the profitable success of the overall business. Provide insight and analysis in assisting the team to ensure targets and goals are met ROI analysis by channel Continuous performance management and Budget optimisation with stakeholders Monthly reporting schedules prepared for the Corporate board. Instrumental in the compiling of annual budgets in line for your area of the business Ensuring scheduled reports are produced on time and efficiently. Promote continuous improvement Assist the Senior Finance Business Partners (Retail, Digital, Trading, Commercial, International) with ad-hoc analysis projects and insight If you are a qualified accountant (ACA,ACCA,CIMA) looking for a highly commercial Finance Business Partner role within a fast paced and complex business based in Nuneaton please do get in touch 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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Gleeson Recruitment Group are currently supporting a private equity backed business based in Stafford who are recruiting for a qualified accountant to join them as a divisional Finance Manager. Key Duties, Finance Manager, Stafford Month End Close Process (including preparation of management accounts pack and balance sheet reconciliations) Preparation for year end statutory audit Management of Accounts Payable Finance processes (including policies & procedures) Management Information (including weekly/monthly KPI's) Budgeting & Forecasting Undertake additional project work as required Assist in completion of Monthly Management Accounts, within prescribed deadlines Support development of reporting weekly/monthly key performance indicators (KPIs) Assist in preparation of annual Budget and longer term Plan/Forecast Key Skills & Experience, Finance Manager, Stafford Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) Able to take on and manage all aspects of accounting function Experience in a small to medium sized business with first hand experience of accounting systems Ability to develop (finance) systems and processes Must be a strong and effective leader & communicator. Must be highly IT literate with advanced spreadsheet skills This role offers scope for huge progression and exposure as well as all the other benefits associated with working in a PE backed business. Very realistic opportunity to be Financial Controller of a £30million T/O business within 2 years. The successful candidate will receive an excellent basic salary, bonus, pension and other benefits, a highly flexible business that offers great work life balance whilst still giving you the opportunity to truly progress your career in finance. 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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Gleeson Recruitment Group are currently supporting a FTSE 250 business based in Walsall who are recruiting for a Financial Accountant to join them in there Group Function. This role would ideally suit an individual who is currently working in either a Big4 or Top10 firm. Key Accountabilities: Financial Accountant, Walsall Group financial reporting Establish a good working knowledge of the Hyperion Financial Management (Consolidation) system and in time, complete the consolidation for the Group. Initially support the Head of Financial Reporting in preparation of the monthly accounts with a specific reference to processing consolidation journals, checking the integrity of the consolidation and clearing any identified errors through liaison with local teams and Group reporting colleagues. Complete Group balance sheet reconciliations, liaising with local teams to understand balance sheet movements. Support the preparation of the Annual Report and Interim Report together with liaison with external auditors, with a view that over time this role would take a leading role in the Annual Report process. Own the process of collating data from the businesses at interim and year end to support accounting disclosures and prepare supporting deliverables files for audit. Group finance and controls In conjunction with HFM specialists and the Head of Financial Reporting, contribute to the administration and enhancement of the Group's HFM environment. Maintain and update the Group Financial Toolkit, a key part of our financial governance and control structure. Take part in ad hoc Group Finance projects including enhancement of the control environment through the use of new technologies, robotics & automation. Support the Head Office Senior Accountant working with external brokers & businesses across the Group during the annual insurance renewal process. Transactions Review of local accounting papers Preparation of Group accounting papers Integration of new businesses into HFM Technical guidance on accounting Identification of intangibles and valuation model reviews Key Skills and Experiences: Financial Accountant, Walsall Big 4 or Top 10 Qualified ACA Accountant FTSE 250 audit experience ideally in the support services sector with evidence of auditing a PLC company, corporate head office and drafting audit committee papers. Up to date technical expertise in financial accounting, in particular IFRS, plc reporting requirements and consolidated financial reporting in an international context. In particular, demonstrate a strong understanding of IFRSs 2, 3, 15 & 16. If you are interested in the exception first time move into industry within a fantastic FTSE listed business please do get in touch. 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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Gleeson Recruitment Group are working with a superb retail business based in Coleshill who are recruiting for a Financial Accountant. The Financial Accountant is a key role which will focus on supporting the development, streamlining, documenting and embedding of updated financial processes to eliminate & mitigate process risk. Key Accountabilties: Financial Accountant, Coleshill Assisting in the day to day activities to include:Review of financial data, Statutory and external reporting, Month End activities Supporting the preparation of external reporting matters required by legislation and listing rules Ensuring that high quality, timely and consistent reporting is produced Key tasks and responsibilities Review and follow-up of issues identified during monthly management accounts reviews, including identification and resolution of potential issues or exposures Assisting with the preparation of the annual and interim plc Statutory Accounts, and subsidiary accounts under FRS101 Assisting with the delivery of financial information to the external auditors Support on tax compliance matters and liaising with external tax advisors Qualifications & Experiences, Financial Accountant, Coleshill Newly qualified or part qualified Accountant (ACA or ACCA) Knowledge and Experience of IFRS and external reporting requirements Experience and knowledge in dealing with and concluding on technical accounting queries Computer literate, with good financial modelling/spreadsheet skills Attention to detail is essential Self-confident with strong interpersonal skills, able to communicate at all levels within the organisation as well as with external parties For more information on this superb Financial Accounting opportunity in Coleshill please do get in touch 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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Gleeson Recruitment Group are currently partnering with a FTSE 250 business based in Walsall who are recruiting for a Head of FP&A. This position will play a lead role in the consolidation, analysis and internal reporting of the groups financials (profit and cash) and KPIs on a monthly basis, providing commercial insight into performance of multiple global business lines and lead the production of monthly performance reports for the Plc Board. Key Accountabilites: Head of FP&A, Walsall Play an integral part in the preparation and consolidation of the annual budget and strategic planning process. This will include, but is not limited to: challenge and review key assumptions for each business based on historic performance understand and highlight any key areas of opportunity / risk to the plan develop an understanding the drivers of value and the best area for investment of Group funds Reporting of financial and management performance Internal Reporting Review and understand business unit performance on a monthly basis versus budget and prior year and use this knowledge to write the monthly Plc Board report, providing commentary on the performance of the Group with key messages drawn out. Ensuring that financials and KPI's are accurately reported each month. Build a good rapport with the business units by visiting them on an ad hoc basis and work with them to improve the quality of reporting and management information. Balance sheet / forecast reviews Support the review of the balance sheets and P&L forecasts for each of the business units, highlighting any risk / opportunity and any areas that can be improved to strengthen the financial reporting of the Group. Qualifications and Experience: Head of FP&A, Walsall Qualified accountant with at least 2 years post qualification experience (ACA,ACCA,CIMA) Good excel and powerpoint skills Highly analytical and commercial mindset The individual must be a good team player with the ability to develop strong relationships. Good written and verbal communication with the ability to produce Board reports that are concise and professionally written. The individual should have drive and determination, be able to deliver under pressure and be used to working in a fast paced and entrepreneurial environment. This really is a superb opportunity to join a FTSE business in a period of growth and you will play a key role in the provision of accurate and timely financial and operational information to the Directors within the Group regarding the actual and expected performance of the business, thus enabling them to make informed decisions regarding the action required to drive shareholder value. As the business continues through a period of change and growth, there will continue to be significant opportunity to have an impact and ensure that they take the right investment decisions for the Group. There will also be a good level of exposure to senior stakeholders in the Plc team and across the whole business For more information on this exciting opportunity please do get in touch 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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Finance Manager: Birmingham: £55,000 + Benefits Gleeson Recruitment Group are partnering an energy business who have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Finance Manager reporting to the Head of Financial Reporting, to join their growing team. This role is new to the business, which makes this a really exciting time to join the team! This role requires a qualified accountant (ACCA,ACA,CIMA) Key Responsibilities: Finance Manager: Birmingham Prepare monthly management accounts for all areas of Operating and Capital expenditure Manage the monthly payroll process across the group, including all statutory reporting Management and effective close of the month end process ensuring all deadlines are met Prepare insightful P&L and Balance sheet analysis and commentary Prepare monthly project reviews for specific areas of the business or areas of focus Oversee budget management and periodic reforecasting Develop, deliver and maintain robust accounting systems & processes to ensure the integrity of day to day accounting Work collaboratively with the wider finance team to support the annual Audit and prepare inputs for the production of the Statutory Accounts People management of a small team of Finance Analysts and Assistant Accountants Requirements CIMA/ACA/ACCA qualified with a minimum of 2 years post qualification experience Experience of managing payroll processes Team Management experience, ability to demonstrate development and nurturing of team Technical and Commercial acumen Experience of transforming manual processes to automated Can drive efficiency Highly IT literate Analytical mind-set Strong organisational skills and passion for meeting deadlines Have an analytical mind set Benefits Salary - up to £55,000 per annum Bonus - up to 15% Holiday - 25 days plus bank holidays Regular work from home days Pension Plan Gym Membership Health Care For more info on this Finance Manager position in Birmingham City Centre please do get in touch 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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Systems Accountant - Leeds - £60,000 + Benefits To be a key player in the Finance Systems Support and Administration team, delivering support and changes to the current EPM Planning, Forecasting and Management Reporting application; Ensure the effective and efficient processing of financial and non-financial data and to ensure that the range of management tools and reports used are adequate and fit for purpose; To ensure that the systems and processes are compliant and up to date with all relevant reporting standards, practices and audit requirements; Key Responsibilities - Systems Accountant - Leeds Support projects to implement new, and update existing, models for the processing of financial and management reporting, planning and forecasting data; Ensure that system permissions are in line with delegated authorities and approvals from businesses; Be a consistent and approachable point of contact for stakeholders; Provide training and insight to business users and others in the wider organisation who need to use the systems; Work with sponsors, stakeholders and developers to design and develop management reports to better inform the business Test internal processes and procedures for the EPM toolset, ensuring that all policies, procedures and guidance documentation are up to date; Ensure data consistency across multiple reports and systems. Qualifications and Experience - Systems Accountant - Leeds Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA), or qualified by experience; 3-5 years' experience of working in a Finance FP&A function, supporting the planning, forecasting and reporting (EPM) applications and processes; Experience of designing, implementing and managing finance reporting, planning and forecasting processes and policies on an Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) platform; Experience of delivering month end reporting processes and experience of administering Finance EPM applications - relational SQL Server-based; Advanced and demonstrable SQL experience (construction, data manipulations and ad-hoc queries); Experience of acquiring and transforming data from ERP (Finance, HR) systems - ideally SAP ECC, FICO and HCM; For more information on this exciting role please do get in touch 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 Systems Analyst - Leeds - £60,000 + benefits To provide day to day Finance systems support and participate in projects relating to ERP, EPM and associated other financials systems. The role is a member of a Group Finance Systems Support team. Knowledge, Skills & Experience - Senior Finance Systems Analyst - Leeds Qualified accountant (ACCA/ CIMA) with a minimum of 3-5 years' experience in a key Finance role Thorough understanding of accounting principles, standards, and concepts and what these mean from a systems perspective: P&L, balance sheet, cashflow; Management accounting v Financial accounting and reporting; Actuals, Forecast, Plan levels and how these three inter-relate from a systems perspective; Demonstrable end-end super-user skills and experience on Accounting, Financial Reporting and Planning & Forecasting systems; Ideally experience of using: ERP: GL, AP, AR, FA, Projects (Ideally SAP ECC) EPM: Relational (SQL Server) based Reporting, Forecasting & Planning EPM toolsets Excel (advanced, vlookups, data manipulation, pivoting and analysing); Proven analytical and problem-solving skills with determination to resolve issues and capability to manage incidents through to resolution A tenacious approach to accuracy and clarity; ability to analyse information to help drive improved systems and processes Highly flexible, adept at managing expectations and adapts to changing business needs Main Responsibilities- Senior Finance Systems Analyst - Leeds Engage confidently with Finance stakeholders in multiple locations to identify the system and data structure changes required to produce the appropriate business outcomes from an accounting, reporting and FP&A perspective. Systems support - help users in the business with support queries relating to the finance EPM system Support the Group Finance Management & Financial Accounting/ Reporting process from a functional systems, data and change perspective. Troubleshoot systems and data related issues on the EPM platform, and investigate any upstream/ downstream related issues; Proactively identify quality and user-experience issues and remediation actions required and passing them to the relevant Finance teams; Focus on continuous improvement. For more information on this excellent role please do get in touch 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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