Junior Commercial Finance Brokers - Graduate Trainee Sales Role
"Kick-start your career with one of the UK's leading asset finance companies and develop your skills and experience through their structured training programme."
Salary £24000 + £12000 Guaranteed Commission (1st Year) Benefits (OTE £60-80000 on completion of graduate training scheme)
Northamptonshire, East Midlands, UK
Are you a recent graduate in a business studies or humanities discipline? Having graduated with a minimum 2:1 classification, you may have fallen into your current role and are enjoying the world of work.
But is it fulfilling? Can you see a clear route through to a senior level in your current business? Is your current company supporting your career development with a highly structured training programme?
That's what you'll receive from our client in one of their graduate trainee positions. You'll work alongside the Commercial Director and Sales Director, who will mentor you through your initial 12-16-week training programme.
During that time, you'll learn about commercial asset finance, the financial products our client offers, how to nurture sales opportunities from a lead through to a closed deal, then manage that client account for the long-term.
As such, your training will focus heavily on warm-calling existing previous or current clients to develop your confidence and ability in creating sales. However, this isn't a telesales type of role where you have a product to push onto a prospective customer. Instead, it's a consultative sale where you have to understand how the prospect's business operates then select the most appropriate financial solutions.
Having developed that initial enquiry, you'll then pass ownership of the deal to an account manager but work closely with them to learn the process of completing the sale.
Our client's ambition for you is to complete your training then start creating and managing your own deals where you will then earn a generous commission on top of your base salary.
Given the nature of the role, you'll need outstanding verbal and written communication skills along with a desire to work in a sales-based role and the ambition to succeed. You'll also need a UK driving licence as there will be occasional travel to clients' premises.
So, if you're looking to step up to the next level in your career, send your CV quoting reference LX 876683
Service Charge Accounting Team Lead - Property Services
"The Next Chapter in Your Finance Career Awaits"
£40-50000 (DOE) Benefits
Bristol (Hybrid)
Are you a seasoned Accountant looking for a new challenge that will propel your career to new heights? Look no further than this exceptional opportunity to become the Service Charge Accounting Team Lead for one of the region's largest and most prestigious independent property firm.
Imagine being a key player in a dynamic team, overseeing the financial management of a diverse portfolio that spans luxurious residential developments to cutting-edge commercial properties. Your expertise will be pivotal in ensuring seamless service charge accounting, meticulous financial reporting, and unwavering compliance with industry regulations.
As the Service Charge Accounting Team Lead, you'll be more than just a number-cruncher. You'll be a strategic partner, collaborating closely with property managers, compliance experts, and senior leadership to drive operational excellence. Your insights and recommendations will shape the financial processes, ensuring they remain efficient, transparent, and aligned with our client's ambitious growth plans.
Leading by Example: Your Pivotal Role
· Orchestrate the preparation of accurate service charge accounts, financial statements, and detailed reports that meet the highest accuracy and client satisfaction standards.
· Mentor and inspire a dedicated team of service charge accountants and credit controllers, fostering their professional growth and setting the bar for exceptional performance.
· Forge strong relationships with clients, addressing queries and resolving disputes with professionalism and transparency that solidifies their trust in our client's brand.
· Continuously assess and optimise financial processes, leveraging technology and automation to streamline workflows and drive operational efficiency.
The Expertise You Bring
· Extensive experience in service charge accounting within the property management or real estate sectors.
· A proven track record of leading and developing high-performing teams of accountants or financial professionals.
· Mastery of double-entry bookkeeping, RICS guidelines, and an unwavering commitment to UK property laws and regulations.
· Exceptional analytical skills that enable you to interpret complex financial data and provide actionable insights to support strategic decision-making.
· Unparalleled communication abilities that allow you to articulate complex financial information with clarity and precision to clients, colleagues, and stakeholders, such as lease agreements and development agreements
· A proactive mindset focused on continuous improvement, operational efficiency, and leveraging cutting-edge technology to stay ahead of the curve.
· Considerable commercial experience in a similar or relevant industry
· Qualified to AAT Level 4 Diploma, or minimum part ACA or part CIMA qualifications
The Rewards That Await
· A competitive salary and benefits package that reflects your expertise and contributions.
· Ample opportunities for professional growth and career advancement within a rapidly expanding company.
· A collaborative and supportive work environment that values your expertise, fosters innovation, and celebrates your achievements.
· The chance to make a lasting impact on the financial management of a diverse and prestigious property portfolio.
This is your opportunity to take the next pivotal step in your finance career and join a team of industry leaders shaping the future of property management in the region.
Email your CV, quoting reference LX 2790733 or call us on 01905 381 320.
Management Accountant & Company Secretary
"Seeking an Accomplished Management Accountant to Drive Financial Excellence in European Engineering Parts Distributor."
£50-60000 Benefits
Stourbridge, Worcestershire (Hybrid)
Are you a seasoned management accountant ready to take on a dynamic new challenge? Our client, a leading global machine tool equipment manufacturer, is seeking an exceptional individual to join their UK division as a Management Accountant. The role also encompasses Company Secretary duties.
In this pivotal role, you will navigate the complexities of a US owned multinational organisation, overseeing the financial operations and ensuring compliance of the European Sales and Distribution division, with post-Brexit regulations.
Prepare to immerse yourself in a world of international/European transactions, multi-currency operations, and strategic decision-making that shapes the company's success.
Key Responsibilities:
· Prepare accurate monthly management accounts and financial reports for internal and external stakeholders.
· Oversee cash flow forecasting, currency exchanges, and treasury functions across GBP, EUR, and USD accounts.
· Manage intercompany transactions, pricing queries, and cost allocations with the US parent and German sister companies.
· Ensure compliance with post-Brexit German VAT obligations and interstate accounting requirements.
· Supervise payroll processes, pensions, and payroll-related benefits for the UK team.
· Liaise with external auditors for year-end preparations, tax accruals, and broader tax compliance.
· Extract, manipulate, and analyse data using Crystal Reports and Sage 200 for financial and stock management.
· Support profitability analysis, budgeting, and provide financial insights to guide strategic decisions.
· Oversee an internal accounts team and an internal sales team, delegating tasks and ensuring cross-coverage.
· Drive process improvements, leveraging advanced Excel and BI tools to enhance efficiency and reporting.
· Manage company insurance policies, legal compliance, and corporate governance requirements.
· Collaborate with cross-border teams, occasionally travelling to the US and Germany to strengthen relationships.
The Ideal Candidate:
· Holds a professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) and a bachelor's degree in accounting or a related analytical field.
· Minimum of 5 years of experience as a management accountant in a pan European SME or multinational environment.
· Advanced proficiency in Excel, Sage 200 (or similar systems such as Xero), and Crystal Reports.
· Familiarity with multi-currency operations, intercompany transactions, and financial reporting for parent companies.
· Experience in audit, corporate governance, and compliance (VAT, tax, payroll regulations).
· Strong technical and reporting skills, including proficiency in BI tools for data analysis and presentation.
· Proven ability to manage varied responsibilities, address challenges independently, and drive process improvements.
· Excellent communication, interpersonal, and team management skills, with a collaborative and proactive approach.
· Holds a valid passport for occasional overseas business travel (primarily to the US and Germany).
If you are an accomplished management accountant, with a consistent career history, seeking a change and looking for a rewarding opportunity, apply now to be part of a dynamic multinational organisation.
Showcase your expertise, demonstrate your reliability as a trusted professional, and make a lasting impact on the company's financial and operational success.
Email your CV quoting reference LX 2790755
Management Accountant
"Become the Financial Driving Force Behind an Industry Leader."
£50-60000 Benefits
Oxfordshire (On Site - Hybrid Considered in the Future)
Imagine being the financial mastermind behind the scenes of a premier entertainment vehicle and large equipment hire company. You'll steer the financial ship, taking full ownership of the books and shaping the company's fiscal future.
Our client's long-standing management accountant is set to retire in six months, leaving an opportunity for a new financial expert to take the reins. For the right candidate, this transition period offers a unique chance to extract every ounce of knowledge from the seasoned incumbent before embarking on an autonomous financial journey.
The Role:
· Take the reins from the retiring incumbent, ensuring a seamless transition of all financial processes
· Bring outsourced accounting functions in-house, from bookkeeping and payroll to finalising accounts
· Implement robust internal controls, processes and drive continuous improvement initiatives
· Oversee cash flow forecasting and financial planning to align with operational needs
· Liaise with the CFO, providing insightful financial reporting and decision support
· Gradually integrate the company's finances with the broader group's strategic objectives
The Ideal Candidate:
· Qualified CIMA, ACA or ACCA with experience in an operational service delivery including vehicle or equipment hire, rental and return environment
· Strong technical expertise in payroll, credit control, accounts payable/receivable
· Proven ability to optimise and streamline financial processes independently
· Excellent Sage proficiency in handling payroll, reporting and compliance seamlessly
· Exceptional communication skills to engage stakeholders as a financial business partner
· Self-motivated with the ability to manage financial operations autonomously
· Committed long-term outlook aligned with the company's growth trajectory
The Opportunity:
· Autonomous leadership role with full ownership of all financial activities
· Exposure to the dynamic vehicle hire industry's unique financial dynamics
· Potential to progress into a Financial Controller position as the company grows
· Hybrid working options are available after an initial 6-month on-site period
If you are ready to accelerate your career by taking the financial reins of an industry leader, apply now. Help shape the financial future of a company dedicated to excellence in entertainment.
Email your CV, quoting reference LX 2647536 or call us on 01905 381 320.