37 jobs found in Braintree

A client of ours in the Tiptree area are recruiting a Head of Finance to join their team. This is a full-time temporary position working Monday - Friday, 8.30am - 5.00pm and paying £19.23 - £24.00 per hour (£40,000 - £50,000 per annum) depending on experience. This role requires someone available ASAP. Sage, CIS and Invoice Finance experience a must. Your key duties in this Head of Finance role will include but are not limited to: Preparing accurate monthly and annual management accounts in line with reporting deadlines Producing budgets and forecasts, analysing variances and challenging financial performance Presenting financial information to the board and senior leadership team Maintaining and developing detailed cash flow forecasts Overseeing daily finance operations including accounts payable and receivable Managing payroll, VAT returns, CIS submissions and PAYE compliance Overseeing invoice finance processes and bank reconciliations Leading, mentoring and developing a...

Job Title: Finance Manager Location: Liverpool Street, London (Hybrid Working: 2-3 Days in Office) Pay: £30-35 per Hour Contract: Ongoing Position, Minimum 12 Months Hours: Monday - Friday, 10 AM - 6 PM Start Date: Early February Are you a dynamic Finance Manager looking for your next challenge? Our client, a forward-thinking organisation based in London, is on the hunt for an enthusiastic Finance Manager who thrives in a fast-paced, start-up environment. If you're ready to make a significant impact while working with a passionate team, we want to hear from you! Your Role: As the Finance Manager, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing financial operations and ensuring our client's financial health. Your responsibilities will include: Completing month-end reporting and preparing management accounts. Reviewing and preparing financial statements, including balance sheets and P&L. Handling corporate financial requirements, such as updating Companies House and managing...

AVP – IT Finance | Finance Business Partnering | Hybrid Working | £650 per day Are you a commercially minded finance professional with strong experience in IT Finance or Finance Business Partnering? We’re currently working with a leading Investment Bank seeking a motivated and analytical AVP-level Finance Business Partner to join their IT Finance team in a high-impact role. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to step into a business-facing finance role with genuine ownership and exposure across a global organisation.   The Role: In this position, you’ll act as the primary point of contact for IT Finance matters across EMEA, partnering with key stakeholders and providing financial insight to support technology decision-making and cost optimisation. Key responsibilities include: Partnering with IT Leads to manage and forecast Capex/Opex spend Leading the month-end process and preparing variance analysis Supporting budgeting and strategic planning across IT...

Interim Finance Director – 9 month fixed term contract Circa £145,000 per annum We are currently recruiting exclusively for an experienced finance leader for this interesting not for profit organisation – as the Finance Director you will be required to lead and strategically support the organisation which is currently going through some key changes and looking to complete on a key restructure project. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, this Finance Director role will be hands on and a varied role, the main responsibilities will include: * Overseeing financial planning, budgeting, reporting, compliance, and risk management, with total responsibility for the financial strategy and performance. * Overseeing day-to-day running of the finance department with management of a small team. * Leading budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management and financial reporting. * Preparing the consolidated statutory accounts and compliance with accounting standards. *...

ASSISTANT BUYER - FIXED TERM CONTRACT 6 or 9 MONTHS Job Role You will collaborate closely with account management, production, and operations teams to ensure materials are procured and available in line with customer demand and production schedules. This role is well suited to someone looking to grow their purchasing career within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities * Create and manage purchase orders for components and materials in accordance with business needs * Liaise with suppliers to obtain pricing, lead times, and delivery information * Proactively track and expedite open orders, following up on overdue deliveries to support uninterrupted production Skills, Knowledge & Experience * Experience within a manufacturing environment, preferably in electronics or component-based industries * Previous experience in purchasing or supply chain support * Strong organisational and planning skills,...

ASSISTANT BUYER - FIXED TERM CONTRACT 6 or 9 MONTHS Job Role You will collaborate closely with account management, production, and operations teams to ensure materials are procured and available in line with customer demand and production schedules. This role is well suited to someone looking to grow their purchasing career within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities * Create and manage purchase orders for components and materials in accordance with business needs * Liaise with suppliers to obtain pricing, lead times, and delivery information * Proactively track and expedite open orders, following up on overdue deliveries to support uninterrupted production Skills, Knowledge & Experience * Experience within a manufacturing environment, preferably in electronics or component-based industries * Previous experience in purchasing or supply chain support * Strong organisational and planning skills,...

We are partnering exclusively with a pharmaceuticals company in their search for a Senior Associate - Sales Order Processing. This is a 3 month temporary role based in Hoddesdon, looking to pay between £180 to £210 per day (PAYE or umbrella equivalent) for the right person. This role will be onsite 5 days per week. As a Senior Associate Sales Order Management, you will play a critical role in bridging the gap between contracts, project execution, and financial reporting. Key Responsibilities: Contract Management: Translate complex client contracts into ERP system sales orders, ensuring accurate setup of invoicing and revenue recognition profiles. Financial Oversight: Trigger invoice requests and revenue milestones; assist Finance with monthly revenue recording, budgeting, and forecasting. Project Tracking: Maintain detailed Excel spreadsheets for multi-site or complex projects and provide timely reporting and analysis to Project Managers. Cross-Functional Collaboration:...

We’re looking for an experienced Interim Management Accountant to step in and support a busy finance function during a key period. You’ll work closely with the Finance Manager and Finance Director to keep day?to?day operations running smoothly and ensure accurate, timely financial reporting. This role will be a mix of management accounts, reconciliations, variance analysis and business partnering. Key Responsibilities Produce monthly management accounts and complete balance sheet reconciliations Prepare board?ready reporting packs Support OPEX reporting with variance analysis and commentary Assist with statutory submissions and HMRC reporting Upload monthly accounts and budgets into group reporting systems Provide financial insight to teams across the business Support audit preparation and ad?hoc project work You must have proven experience working as a Management Accountant or Finance Business Partner within a manufacturing environment. You will also be a strong...

Directorate: Strategy & Innovation Contract Type: 18 Months Fixed Term Contract Hours: 36 Salary: £48,003 - £53,172 Location: Colindale Closing Date: Midnight March 9th 2026 About Barnet Council Barnet is a borough with much to be proud of. Our excellent schools, vibrant town centres, vast green spaces and diverse communities all help make it a great place to live and work. As a council we want to build on these strengths as we move into the future. We are growing and developing as an organisation to meet the challenges facing our borough and we are committed to working with partner organisations and residents to make Barnet even better. As an organisation, our staff are committed to Our Values: Learning to Improve, Caring, Inclusive, Collaborative - which drive everything we do. About the role As a Lead Business Analyst (Technical) within Barnet's Strategy & Innovation directorate, you will play a pivotal role in improving how residents experience services and how the...

We're hiring a Business Finance Analyst to join a pioneering Digital Technologies Business Unit within a global organisation. This team is at the forefront of developing and commercialising next-generation digital and AI-enabled solutions and this role will play a critical part in shaping the financial strategy behind them. This is not a traditional finance role. You will work at the intersection of innovation, strategy, and commercial performance - modelling new revenue streams, evaluating cost optimisation opportunities, and influencing business model design for entirely new digital products. The Opportunity As a key member of the team, you will: Build detailed financial models to assess incremental revenue opportunities and cost efficiencies Develop P&L and scenario models to evaluate new digital business models Translate strategic and marketing inputs into robust, data-driven insights Support business development initiatives through financial analysis Lead...

The Senior Accountant based in Central London is responsible for managing a portfolio of accounting and tax clients, ensuring full compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements. The role involves delivering high-quality financial and tax services, supporting internal management reporting processes, and advising clients on strategies to optimise their tax position. The position requires strong technical expertise, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to build and maintain effective client relationships. Key Responsibilities Manage a portfolio of clients, ensuring timely and accurate preparation of statutory accounts and corporation tax returns Prepare and submit VAT returns for a diverse client base Process and submit payroll for multiple clients in accordance with relevant regulations Monitor tax deadlines and proactively notify clients of upcoming payment obligations Identify and implement tax planning opportunities to minimise client tax liabilities...

Position: Business Analyst - Manufacturing & Operational Technology Location: London or Reading 2 days p/week; 3 days remote Type: Contract, Inside IR35, 6 Months Rate: £540 p/day (umbrella rate) We are looking for a Business Analyst to join a major cyber security transformation programme. This role sits within the Operational Technology (OT) workstream, focusing on protecting and strengthening the systems that underpin large-scale manufacturing operations. You will work closely with operational teams, technology functions, cyber security, and suppliers to translate complex operational and technical requirements into clear, actionable delivery artefacts. Your input will support the assessment, design, and rollout of OT security initiatives, helping to improve regulatory compliance, operational resilience, and long-term sustainability. Key Responsibilities: Analyse existing OT processes, tools, and workflows to identify gaps and improvement opportunities Support pilots,...

Excellent opportunity for anyone with fluent MANDARIN and CORPORATE BANKING background who is looking for their next step in the financial services sector. This organisation is a global player, and the Financial Institutions Department is growing and looking for someone who will support this growth. You will need to have good relationship management skill and have worked with Financial Institutions before and have good written skill in both Mandarin Chinese and English. There are excellent career opportunities for the right person. Job Title BANKING Junior Relationship Manager Location City of London Work style: 100% office based Salary: 250/day Languages: FLUENT MANDARIN and English Length: 6 Month Key Responsibilities Develop and expand corporate banking relationships within the UK and cross-border markets Drive RMB related business, including RMB settlement, RMB loans and FX solutions Prepare and coordinate credit proposals (bilateral and syndicated facilities)...

Technical Systems Analyst (Risk & ESG) 📍 London | 6-month contract | Competitive daily rate via umbrella Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. We're looking for a detail-oriented, technically skilled analyst to join a dynamic IT team supporting a major data platform transformation in the financial services sector. This role focuses on data modelling, system design, and regulatory reporting (including ESG and BCBS239 compliance) across complex, high-profile projects. What You'll Do: Gather, analyse, and document technical and non-functional requirements Support end-to-end solution design, from data architecture to...

Senior Project Manager - Prime Services (Equity Finance) Location: London - Canary Wharf Work Type: Hybrid (2-3 days per week in the office) The Opportunity We seek a highly motivated Senior Project Manager to drive a complex global programme supporting Prime Services expansion. Reporting to the Head of International Product Development, with accountability to the Head of Prime Services, you will lead a strategically critical initiative for global growth. This role requires deep expertise in equity finance / prime brokerage, synthetics or equity derivatives and strong enterprise programme leadership. Key Responsibilities Programme & Project Leadership: Lead end-to-end execution of a major global Prime Services initiative. Drive delivery across complex workstreams, defining operating models and technology requirements. Produce detailed project plans, manage scope, resources, timelines, and risk. Ensure adherence to the Change Management Framework and regulatory standards...

Role: Senior Buyer - 12-month FTC Hours: Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm Location: Snodland Our client, a world-renowned manufacturer of innovative and sustainable solutions, is seeking an experienced Senior Buyer for a 12-month maternity cover contract. The role is responsible for leading a small purchasing team, delivering cost savings, managing SAP MRP/MM processes, sourcing engineering materials, and supporting maintenance and production activities. Responsibilities: - Day-to-day management of direct reports, including TMS, appraisals & PDPs. - Assist in the implementation of a category management approach. - Support with any site-specific requirements or group purchasing instructions as may be required from time to time. - Manage the re-order points for spare parts, investigate and liaise with Engineering to ensure correct stock quantities are maintained of suitable spares - Manage consignment stocks, ensuring all settlements are carried out on a monthly cycle. -...

Job Title: Business Analyst Contract Length: 6 Months (Potential for extension) Working Pattern: Full Time Location: London About Us: Our client is a leading organisation in the Financial Services sector, dedicated to driving operational efficiency and compliance. We are seeking a Business Analyst (BA) to join their dynamic team for a fixed-term contract. This role is pivotal in supporting the client onboarding process and ensuring that regulatory requirements are met. Role Overview: As a Business Analyst, you will play a crucial role in understanding and assessing the evolving needs of the business. You will analyse the impacts of changes, document requirements, and facilitate communication between stakeholders. If working on regulatory projects, you will translate EMEA regulatory requirements into actionable business requirements. Key Responsibilities: Develop a comprehensive understanding of the current client onboarding process (as-is) and identify gaps to define the...

The Cash Analyst will support the Accounting & Finance department within the business services industry by managing cash flow processes and ensuring accuracy in financial transactions. This temporary position in London requires a detail-oriented professional with strong analytical skills. Client Details Our client is a globally recognised, heritage-led organisation operating at the forefront of the art and luxury market. With an international presence across major financial and cultural hubs, the business combines deep industry expertise with a strong commercial focus, facilitating high-value transactions across a diverse portfolio of categories. The organisation is known for its established brand reputation, global client base and commitment to innovation within a traditionally prestigious sector. Its London office plays a key role in supporting international operations, offering exposure to cross-border finance activities and a collaborative, high-performing environment....

Interim Finance Business Partner - Children's Services Spencer Clarke Group are working closely with a Local Authority based in the Midlands/North London to appoint an Interim Finance Business Partner to lead financial support across Children's & Schools. This is a senior interim leadership assignment supporting a pressured Children's directorate, providing robust financial challenge and stabilising budget management. What's on Offer Rate: £550 - £750 per Day Contract length: 6 months minimum (interim) Full-time: 37 hours per week Hybrid working: Typically 1 day per month onsite (flexible for the right candidate) Start: ASAP / subject to notice The Role The successful candidate will lead the Children's & Schools finance team, reporting directly to the Head of Finance. Key responsibilities: Leading the Children's finance team Full revenue budget cycle ownership DSG reporting and statutory returns Providing robust financial challenge to senior leadership...

Python dev London and Bromley hybrid 12-month contract Inside ir35 This is not pure Python dev role but is Dev/Ops supporting FaaST platform as well as GCIB AML Refresh application which runs on FaaST Hence the very wide set of desirable skills, including Quartz (though I explained to FaaST team that is unlikely). FaaST description from AppHQ - user base is more than 2000 across the bank, including quantitative analysts and traders / trading support, Quartz, Data Scientists, etc. The Role The role is dev/ops and is split between supporting KYC / AML Client Outreach applications and supporting quantitative analysts (quants) in Global Corporate and Investment Banking and Global Markets lines of business who utilise Bank of America's Big Data and Analytics platforms, on which KYC / AML Client Outreach applications also run. The Client Outreach KYC / AML Operations and Development Teams The Client Outreach Operations team are the front-line unit who work with Bank of America...