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Financial Controller Watford 100,000 - 110,000 + Benefits Office-Based (5 Days per Week) An established and successful business is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to take ownership of its finance function. This is a confidential appointment, offering the opportunity to join a well-performing organisation in a broad, commercially focused leadership role with genuine influence across the business. Leading a small finance team, you'll take full responsibility for financial control, reporting, cash management and supporting strategic decision-making. This role will suit an experienced Financial Controller who enjoys operating in a hands-on environment while contributing to the wider success of the business. Key Responsibilities: - Lead, mentor and develop a small finance team. - Take ownership of the month-end and year-end close process, ensuring accurate and timely reporting. - Produce monthly management accounts, board reporting and financial analysis. - Manage budgeting, forecasting and cash flow planning. - Ensure robust financial controls, compliance and governance across the business. - Oversee statutory reporting, audit and tax compliance. - Drive process improvements and identify efficiencies across the finance function. - Partner with senior stakeholders, providing commercial insight to support business performance. - Manage banking relationships, working capital and treasury activities. - Support strategic projects and contribute to the continued growth of the business. The Person: - Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA). - Proven experience in a broad Financial Controller or Senior Finance Manager position. - Comfortable operating in a hands-on environment, balancing strategic input with day-to-day financial management. - Strong leadership skills with experience managing and developing small teams. - Commercially minded with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. - Proactive, adaptable and able to thrive in a fast-paced business. This represents an excellent opportunity to join a successful organisation where you'll have real autonomy and the chance to make a significant impact. Due to the confidential nature of this appointment, further information regarding the business will be shared with shortlisted applicants following an initial discussion. AGY - Vitae Financial Recruitment We Exist To Be Different - Membership NOT Registration

Senior Financial Accountant (12-Month Fixed Term Contract) Location: Hull, East Yorkshire (Hybrid Working - 3 days office / 2 days home) Salary: 50,000 - 60,000 + Excellent Benefits An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and technically strong Senior Financial Accountant to join a large, complex international organisation on an initial 12-15 month fixed term contract. Whilst initially offered as a maternity cover contract, there is a strong possibility of the role becoming permanent for the right individual. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident finance professional who enjoys operating within a fast-paced, matrix environment, partnering with stakeholders across the business and taking ownership of complex financial accounting activities. Applicant must be able to start within 4 weeks The Role Reporting into the Financial Accounting team, you will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the company's financial reporting, with a particular emphasis on Balance Sheet accounting, General Ledger control and technical accounting compliance. Key responsibilities will include: Ownership of Balance Sheet accounting, reconciliations and month-end activities. Reviewing and maintaining General Ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy and completeness. Preparing and reviewing financial statements in accordance with IFRS and relevant local GAAP requirements. Managing accounting entries including accruals, provisions, prepayments and journals. Working closely with Payroll and HR to ensure payroll costs, bonuses, pension costs and other employee-related transactions are accurately recorded. Ensuring payroll allocations, wage types and associated costs are correctly reflected within the General Ledger and Trial Balance. Reviewing pension accounting information and ensuring appropriate accounting treatment. Supporting internal and external audit requirements. Providing technical accounting guidance across the business. Working collaboratively with finance and non-finance stakeholders across an international matrix organisation. Driving continuous improvement within financial accounting processes and controls. About You We are seeking an experienced, proactive accountant who is comfortable operating in a large corporate environment and has the confidence to communicate with stakeholders at all levels. To be successful, you will have: A full professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA or CIMA). Ideally 5+ years' post-qualified experience. Strong practical technical accounting experience. Excellent knowledge of financial statements and how transactions flow through the accounts. Extensive Balance Sheet accounting experience. Significant General Ledger experience, including reconciliations, account analysis and controls. Previous experience applying IFRS, including IFRS 16, together with exposure to multiple local GAAPs. Experience gained within a large, complex and ideally international organisation. The confidence and initiative to work independently, ask the right questions and build relationships across all levels of the business. Previous experience working within a matrix organisational structure. Experience accounting for payroll, pensions, bonuses, accruals and employee-related costs. Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail. The ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines. Strong Excel skills; SAP experience would be advantageous. What's on Offer Salary of 50,000 - 60,000. Comprehensive benefits package. Hybrid working (3 days in the office, 2 days working from home). Opportunity to join a well-established international organisation. Exposure to a technically challenging and commercially focused finance function. Genuine opportunity for the position to become permanent for the right individual. If you are an experienced technical accountant looking for your next challenge within a global business where you can make an immediate impact, we'd love to hear from you. We ask that ALL candidates include the following either on their CV or separately in a cover note : Your current location and proximity to Hull (East Yorkshire). Confirmation you can work in the office at least 3 days a week. Current Salary. Notice Period. Confirm you have the following - strong technical accounting experience, fully qualified, extensive General Ledger experience, a strong understanding of what goes where in a Financial Statement Confirmation you can start within 4 weeks AGY - Vitae Financial Recruitment We Exist To Be Different - Membership NOT Registration

Accounts Payable Clerk Location: Amersham, Bucks Salary: 30,000 - 35,000 + Benefits Office Based 5 Days Per Week Join a Growing Business Where Your Contribution Matters Our client is a successful, entrepreneurial SME with ambitious growth plans and an exciting future. As the business continues to expand, they are looking to appoint an experienced Accounts Payable Clerk to join their friendly and collaborative finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, taking ownership of the purchase ledger whilst supporting the wider finance function. You'll be joining a business where your contribution will be recognised, with genuine opportunities to develop your career as the company continues to grow. The Role Reporting into the finance team, your responsibilities will include: Processing high volumes of supplier invoices accurately and efficiently Reconciling supplier statements and resolving invoice queries Preparing weekly and monthly payment runs Managing supplier and internal stakeholder relationships via telephone and email Processing company credit card expenditure and expenses Monitoring utility contracts and supporting cost control initiatives Assisting with debtor ledger administration Supporting month-end activities and wider finance administration Providing general support across the finance function as required About You We're looking for someone who enjoys working as part of a busy finance team and takes pride in delivering accurate, high-quality work. You'll ideally have: Previous Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger experience Strong reconciliation skills Excellent communication and customer service skills Good Microsoft Excel and Office knowledge Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail The ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines A proactive, positive and flexible approach Experience within a multi-entity or group business would be advantageous What's on Offer 32,000 - 35,000 salary 30 days holiday (including Bank Holidays) Pension scheme On-site parking A stable, supportive and collaborative working environment The opportunity to join an ambitious, entrepreneurial business with exciting growth plans and excellent long-term career prospects If you're looking for your next challenge within a growing business where you can genuinely make an impact, we'd love to hear from you. AGY - Vitae Financial Recruitment We Exist To Be Different - Membership NOT Registration

Management Accountant Location: Amersham, Bucks Salary: 50,000 - 60,000 + Benefits Office Based 5 Days Per Week Management Accountant Project-Focused Opportunity Growing Entrepreneurial SME Are you a hands-on Management Accountant looking for a role where you can make a genuine impact beyond the month-end? Our client is a successful, privately-owned entrepreneurial SME with ambitious growth plans and an exciting future. As the business continues to evolve, they are looking to appoint a proactive Management Accountant to work closely with the Finance Director, taking ownership of the day-to-day finance function while playing a key role in driving projects, improving processes and supporting business growth. This is a broad and varied position offering exposure across financial reporting, commercial activities and project accounting. It's an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys improving the way finance operates and wants to be part of a growing business where ideas are welcomed and valued. The Role Responsibilities will include: Preparing monthly management accounts, journals and balance sheet reconciliations Managing daily cashflow and bank reconciliations Producing VAT returns and ensuring financial compliance Supporting the year-end audit process Monitoring financial performance and providing meaningful reporting to senior management Taking ownership of stock reporting and financial analysis Supporting project accounting activities across the business Identifying opportunities to improve financial processes, controls and reporting Working closely with operational teams to provide financial insight and support key business initiatives Assisting with ad hoc commercial and finance projects as the business continues to grow About You We're looking for an ambitious finance professional who enjoys working within a fast-paced SME environment and wants to broaden their responsibilities beyond traditional management accounting. You'll ideally have: Previous Management Accounting experience Strong balance sheet reconciliation and month-end experience Good VAT knowledge Experience supporting audit processes Advanced Excel skills and strong systems aptitude Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills A proactive approach with a passion for improving processes The confidence to work independently while building strong relationships across the business Previous experience within an SME or entrepreneurial environment would be highly advantageous What's on Offer 50,000 - 60,000 salary 30 days holiday (including Bank Holidays) Pension scheme On-site parking The opportunity to work directly alongside an experienced Finance Director A broad role combining management accounting, project accounting and business improvement Genuine long-term career development within a growing, entrepreneurial business with exciting plans for the future If you're looking for a role where you can influence the direction of a business, lead finance projects and develop your career within a successful and ambitious organisation, we'd love to hear from you. AGY - Vitae Financial Recruitment We Exist To Be Different - Membership NOT Registration

Payroll Supervisor Hemel Hempstead on-site (1 day from home after probation) 50,000 - 55,000 + Great Benefits Our Client, a well-established, market-leading organisation, is looking for an experienced and hands-on Payroll Supervisor to join it's talented team based in Hemel Hempstead. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of an end-to-end payroll function spanning the UK and overseas, while playing a key role in the transition to a new payroll system - Dayforce. You'll be the subject matter expert in the room, leading the charge on implementation and embedding best practice from day one. The Role You'll be responsible for the full payroll cycle across multiple territories, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and on-time delivery at all times. Working alongside one Payroll Administrator based in the same Hemel offices, you'll provide leadership, direction, and day-to-day support while managing workloads, cover, and professional development. Beyond BAU, you'll drive payroll strategy, lead on projects including pay reviews and system migration, and act as the primary escalation point for complex queries. You'll work closely with Finance and key stakeholders to ensure payroll is a function the business can rely on. International payroll responsibilities will require flexibility on working hours during processing weeks, with a minimum of three 11:00-19:00 shifts on a rota basis. What We're Looking For - Solid end-to-end payroll experience, ideally managing payroll for 2,000+ employees. - International payroll experience is essential. - Experience with Ceridian Dayforce would be a significant advantage - Previous experience supervising or leading a payroll team - Strong UK payroll knowledge including PAYE, NI, auto-enrolment and statutory payments - CIPP qualification or equivalent is desirable - Advanced Excel skills and confident, independent decision-making Working Arrangements This role is fully office-based in Hemel Hempstead during the onboarding and Dayforce implementation period. Following successful completion of probation, the role will move to 1 day working from home per week. If you're a payroll professional who thrives in a hands-on, project-rich environment and you're ready to make your mark on a growing international payroll function, this will be the perfect career opportunity. AGY - Vitae Financial Recruitment We Exist To Be Different - Membership NOT Registration

Senior FP&A Manager 6 Month Fixed Term Contract c 100k pro rata + car allowance and other benefits Luton - 2 days working from home Our client, a well-known consumer-facing PLC, is looking for a talented and proven Senior FP&A Manager to join on an initial 6-month fixed-term contract to cover a critical period for the business. This is a high-profile, senior appointment reporting directly to the FP&A & Corporate Finance Director, responsible for leading and developing a small, professionally qualified team. You will own the delivery of monthly performance reporting to Executive and Board level, lead key external reporting inputs (trading statements, half-year and full year results), and take ownership of corporate performance measures including balanced scorecard reporting and annual target setting through the budget process. You'll work closely with senior stakeholders across Finance, Investor Relations and the wider business, providing clear, commercially-minded insight and constructive challenge, as well as competitor and market analysis to support board-level decision-making. What we're looking for: - Qualified Accountant with strong financial reporting and analytical skills Minimum 5 years PQE - Proven experience operating in a high-pressure, deadline-driven environment while maintaining accuracy - A track record of managing, coaching and developing a team - Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence up to Board level Experience within a large, multi-site or fast-paced commercial environment is highly advantageous This is an excellent opportunity to step into a senior, board-facing finance role with a market-leading business, offering genuine scope to add value and build your profile at a high level over a defined period. Vitae Financial Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Senior Financial Accountant (12-Month Fixed Term Contract) Location: Hull (Hybrid Working - 3 days office / 2 days home) Salary: 50,000 - 60,000 + Excellent Benefits An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and technically strong Senior Financial Accountant to join a large, complex international organisation on an initial 12-month fixed term contract. Whilst initially offered as a maternity cover contract, there is a strong possibility of the role becoming permanent for the right individual. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident finance professional who enjoys operating within a fast-paced, matrix environment, partnering with stakeholders across the business and taking ownership of complex financial accounting activities. Applicant must be able to start within 4 weeks The Role Reporting into the Financial Accounting team, you will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the company's financial reporting, with a particular emphasis on Balance Sheet accounting, General Ledger control and technical accounting compliance. Key responsibilities will include: Ownership of Balance Sheet accounting, reconciliations and month-end activities. Reviewing and maintaining General Ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy and completeness. Preparing and reviewing financial statements in accordance with IFRS and relevant local GAAP requirements. Managing accounting entries including accruals, provisions, prepayments and journals. Working closely with Payroll and HR to ensure payroll costs, bonuses, pension costs and other employee-related transactions are accurately recorded. Ensuring payroll allocations, wage types and associated costs are correctly reflected within the General Ledger and Trial Balance. Reviewing pension accounting information and ensuring appropriate accounting treatment. Supporting internal and external audit requirements. Providing technical accounting guidance across the business. Working collaboratively with finance and non-finance stakeholders across an international matrix organisation. Driving continuous improvement within financial accounting processes and controls. About You We are seeking an experienced, proactive accountant who is comfortable operating in a large corporate environment and has the confidence to communicate with stakeholders at all levels. To be successful, you will have: A full professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA or CIMA). Ideally 5+ years' post-qualified experience. Strong practical technical accounting experience. Excellent knowledge of financial statements and how transactions flow through the accounts. Extensive Balance Sheet accounting experience. Significant General Ledger experience, including reconciliations, account analysis and controls. Previous experience applying IFRS, including IFRS 16, together with exposure to multiple local GAAPs. Experience gained within a large, complex and ideally international organisation. The confidence and initiative to work independently, ask the right questions and build relationships across all levels of the business. Previous experience working within a matrix organisational structure. Experience accounting for payroll, pensions, bonuses, accruals and employee-related costs. Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail. The ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines. Strong Excel skills; SAP experience would be advantageous. What's on Offer Salary of 50,000 - 60,000. Comprehensive benefits package. Hybrid working (3 days in the office, 2 days working from home). Opportunity to join a well-established international organisation. Exposure to a technically challenging and commercially focused finance function. Genuine opportunity for the position to become permanent for the right individual. If you are an experienced technical accountant looking for your next challenge within a global business where you can make an immediate impact, we'd love to hear from you. We ask that ALL candidates include the following either on their CV or separately in a cover note : Your current location and proximity to Hull. Confirmation you can work in the office at least 3 days a week. Current Salary. Notice Period. Confirm you have the following - strong technical accounting experience, fully qualified, extensive General Ledger experience, a strong understanding of what goes where in a Financial Statement Confirmation you can start within 4 weeks AGY - Vitae Financial Recruitment We Exist To Be Different - Membership NOT Registration

Interim Financial Accountant (6-Month Contract) Remote (with travel) C 400 per day 6-Month Contract Are you an experienced Financial Accountant looking for your next interim assignment? We're working with a leading international organisation undergoing a significant finance transformation programme and are seeking a technically strong accountant to support key governance and process improvement initiatives across its Ireland and Benelux operations. This is a predominantly remote role, with regular fully expensed travel to a single site in Ireland (approximately 7-8 visits per month) and occasional travel to the London office. The Opportunity You'll play a pivotal role in strengthening financial controls, improving balance sheet integrity and supporting wider finance transformation and IPO readiness initiatives. This is a hands-on assignment where you'll have the opportunity to make a lasting impact by embedding robust processes and improving financial governance. Key Responsibilities Lead the completion and standardisation of balance sheet reconciliations, resolving legacy issues and ensuring all accounts are fully supported. Establish a robust monthly balance sheet reconciliation process, delivering reconciliations by Working Day 6/7. Document, review and standardise finance processes alongside the wider EMEA Finance team. Support finance data cleansing activities and ERP readiness, including involvement in potential system migration projects. Manage lease accounting reconciliations, including administration of lease accounting software and preparation of monthly IFRS 16 journals. Drive improvements in financial controls and governance across multiple entities. About You You'll be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with strong technical accounting expertise and a proven ability to improve finance processes within complex, multi-entity organisations. You'll also bring: Extensive financial accounting and balance sheet reconciliation experience. Strong understanding of financial controls and governance. Experience operating within international or multi-entity businesses. A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to identify issues and implement practical solutions. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Desirable experience includes: IFRS 16 lease accounting. Finance transformation programmes. ERP implementation or system migration projects. What's on Offer 400 per day. 6-month contract. Predominantly remote working. Fully expensed travel to a single site in Ireland (approximately 7-8 visits per month). Occasional travel to the London office. Opportunity to play a key role in a major finance transformation programme within a growing international business. If you're an experienced interim finance professional who enjoys improving processes, strengthening controls and delivering meaningful change, we'd love to hear from you. Vitae Financial Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Group Financial Accountant Cambridge (2 days in the office) 12 Month Fixed-Term Contract 60,000 - 65,000 Our client is a highly respected international organisation seeking a technically strong Financial Accountant to join their Group Finance team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant who enjoys working within a collaborative, high-performing finance function, taking ownership of group reporting, statutory accounts, technical accounting and financial control in a complex, multi-entity environment. Working alongside an experienced finance leadership team, you'll play a key role in ensuring accurate month-end reporting, supporting statutory reporting requirements and providing technical accounting expertise across the business. You'll also have the opportunity to contribute to finance transformation and continuous improvement initiatives. Key Responsibilities - Prepare monthly group consolidation journals and support the group reporting process. - Produce statutory financial statements and supporting disclosures. - Deliver technical accounting guidance, including the application of IFRS. - Perform balance sheet reconciliations, variance analysis, and month-end reporting. - Support both internal and external audit processes, providing accurate and timely information. - Research complex accounting matters and provide practical recommendations. - Build strong relationships with stakeholders across finance and the wider business. - Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, controls and reporting efficiency. About You You'll be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent) with strong technical accounting knowledge and experience operating within a corporate finance or practice environment. You'll also bring: - Strong IFRS knowledge and technical accounting capability. - Experience of group reporting, consolidations and statutory accounts. - Excellent analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail. - A proactive approach and the ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities. - Strong communication skills with the confidence to work with senior stakeholders. - Experience supporting audit processes and maintaining robust financial controls. What's on Offer - 12-month fixed-term contract. - Salary of 60,000 - 65,000. - Hybrid working with 2 days per week in the office. - Opportunity to join a collaborative, supportive and forward-thinking finance team. - Exposure to technical accounting, group reporting and business improvement projects. - Opportunity to broaden your experience within a respected international organisation. If you're looking for a technically focused role where you can make an immediate impact while working in a flexible hybrid environment, please apply. Vitae Financial Recruitment Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.