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Harper May is partnering with a dynamic Media & Events company headquartered in Central London who is seeking a Finance Director.
As the business prepares for significant expansion, they are looking for an experienced and visionary finance leader to drive strategic financial planning and operational performance during this exciting phase of growth.Role Overview: Reporting directly to the Group CFO, the Finance Director will oversee day-to-day financial operations while driving strategic finance initiatives.
You’ll be instrumental in ensuring financial governance, operational efficiency, and scalability as the company grows.Key Responsibilities:
Lead and develop the finance team, ensuring timely and accurate month-end reporting and full regulatory compliance
Manage the integrity of financial reporting systems and general ledger accuracy
Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and the full financial close cycle in collaboration with commercial and operational teams
Identify opportunities for efficiency improvements and process enhancements across finance operations
Provide financial guidance on complex, non-routine transactions and projects
Drive the implementation of new systems and procedural improvements to support scaling
Support training and development across the finance team, promoting best practices and continuous improvement
Collaborate with executive leadership on key strategic and commercial initiatives
Key Requirements:
ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified or equivalent, with substantial finance leadership experience
Previous experience in the media or events industry is highly advantageous
Strong technical knowledge with the ability to interpret financial data into actionable insight
Excellent communication skills and proven ability to lead and influence across departments
Strong systems knowledge and commitment to financial integrity and compliance
Audit experience and a track record of driving operational improvements are desirable ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Covent Garden, Greater London, England
Salary / Rate: £100,000 per annum
Posted: 2025-11-04 16:58:38
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Purpose of Position
RPM International Inc.
(NYSE: RPM) owns subsidiaries that manufacture, market and sell various specialty chemical product lines, including high-quality specialty paints, infrastructure rehab and repair products, protective coatings, roofing systems, sealants and adhesives, focusing on the maintenance and improvement needs of the construction, industrial, specialty and consumer markets.
Our family of products includes those marketed under brand names such as API, Carboline, CAVE, DAP, Day-Glo, Dri-Eaz, Dryvit, Euclid, EUCO, Fibergrate, Fibregrid, Fibrecrete, Flecto, Flowcrete, Gator, Grupo PV, Hummervoll, illbruck, Kemtile, Key Resin, Nudura, Mohawk, The Pink Stuff, Prime Resins, Rust-Oleum, Specialty Polymer Coatings, Stonhard, Strathmore, TCI, Toxement, Tremco, Tuf-Strand, Universal Sealants, Viapol, Watco and Zinsser.
As of May 31, 2025, our subsidiaries marketed products in approximately 163 countries and territories and operated manufacturing facilities in approximately 118 locations.
Approximately 30% of our sales are generated in international markets through a combination of exports to and direct sales in foreign countries.
For the fiscal year ended May 31, 2025, we recorded net sales of $7.4 billion. This position is responsible for leading audit teams in the execution of financial and internal control audits for RPM International.
These audit activities include internal control audits at the majority of the Company's large subsidiaries in support of Management's Assessment of Internal Control over Financial Reporting as well as specific scope financial statement audits at certain of the Company's smaller worldwide locations.
In addition, RPM's Internal Audit Department may work on various other projects on an ad hoc basis.
The Manager of Internal Audit reports directly to the Senior Director of Internal Audit during the execution of the procedures described above.
This role is based at RPM's Corporate Headquarters in Medina, Ohio.
It is expected this role will be in the office approximately 2-3 days per week and also expected to travel to RPM subsidiaries up to 20% of the year.
Essential Functions
Manage the day-to-day audit activities, which consist of evaluating the design and testing operating effectiveness of key internal controls and/or testing of key financial statement accounts and processes.
These responsibilities include: Training and supervising Staff & Senior Auditors in ensuring the effective and efficient execution of the audit. Provide training and re-enforcement to worldwide financial managers regarding the expectations surrounding the Company's internal control framework. Effectively communicate with local financial management, regarding the nature of audit documentation requests, an overview of procedures performed, and the results of the audit. Providing timely status updates to the Senior Director of Internal Audit regarding audit issues identified, staffing issues, concerns with local management, etc.
Deliver workpapers to external auditor within agreed upon deadline.
Respond to any review comments from the external auditor in a timely and thoughtful manner.
Conduct follow-up discussion and tests to ascertain whether agreed upon corrective measures have been implemented. Respond to internal requests for support or assistance in a prompt and professional manner. Keep abreast of laws, rules and regulations issued by applicable regulatory agencies with which the Company must comply. Maintain personal and professional competency through appropriate participation in professional organizations and attendance at relevant internal and external training opportunities.
Relationship and Contacts
Internal Contacts:
Senior Internal Auditors, Staff Internal Auditors, and Interns - On a daily basis, the Manager of Internal Audit is expected to work in small project teams and manage the efforts of the Senior Internal Auditors, the Staff Internal Auditors and Interns.
Senior Director of Internal Audit - On a frequent basis, the Manager of Internal Audit will meet with the Senior Director to discuss internal audit objectives, audit procedures and audit results.
Vice President - Internal Audit & Chief Audit Executive - On a periodic basis, the Manager of Internal Audit will meet with the Chief Audit Executive to provide summary reporting on audits, projects and staffing.
RPM Corporate Officers - The Manager of Internal Audit may be asked to participate in meetings with RPM Corporate Officers including the Chief Financial, Accounting and/or Compliance Officers to provide an executive level summary of the activities of the Internal Audit Department.
Corporate Finance Department - Internal Audit is responsible for auditing the activities of the Corporate Finance Department, most important of which is the preparation of the Company's external financial statements.
In addition, the Corporate Finance Department will communicate any areas of risk at the operating company level to Internal Audit for review and follow-up.
Financial Management at Operating Groups and Operating Companies - Though the degree will vary with every audit, this position will have contact with employees in the worldwide finance function, including Segment-level Chief Financial Officers and Controllers.
External Contacts:
Frequent contact and coordination with the Company's external auditors (Deloitte) who rely significantly on the work performed by Internal Audit.
Education/License/Certification/Experience Requirements
6 to 10 years of experience is preferred. Completion of a Bachelor's and/or Master's degree in accounting is preferred.
Completion of a Bachelor's in accounting, finance or a related field is required.
Certified Public Accountant or Certified Internal Auditor is preferred.
Knowledge and Skills Required for Position
Strong oral and written communication skills. Positive Attitude & willingness to work and travel in small teams. Demonstrated experience leading, coaching, developing, and mentoring others. Ability to communicate, learn, and be self-sufficient. Ability to understand and follow directions. Business office skills - ability to use a laptop computer including Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint; required.
Experience with AuditBoard audit software, preferred.
Benefits and Compensation
The employee will be eligible to participate in all applicable corporate benefit programs which include a defined benefit pension plan, a company-matched 401(k), medical and dental plans, group life and disability plans, and employee assistance program.
The employee will also be eligible for paid vacation, PTO, paid holidays, and tuition reimbursement.
Employee will be eligible for annual merit increases and bonus.Apply for this ad Online! ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Medina, Ohio
Posted: 2025-10-31 14:09:47
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Purpose of Position
RPM International Inc.
(NYSE: RPM) owns subsidiaries that manufacture, market and sell various specialty chemical product lines, including high-quality specialty paints, infrastructure rehab and repair products, protective coatings, roofing systems, sealants and adhesives, focusing on the maintenance and improvement needs of the construction, industrial, specialty and consumer markets.
Our family of products includes those marketed under brand names such as API, Carboline, CAVE, DAP, Day-Glo, Dri-Eaz, Dryvit, Euclid, EUCO, Fibergrate, Fibregrid, Fibrecrete, Flecto, Flowcrete, Gator, Grupo PV, Hummervoll, illbruck, Kemtile, Key Resin, Nudura, Mohawk, The Pink Stuff, Prime Resins, Rust-Oleum, Specialty Polymer Coatings, Stonhard, Strathmore, TCI, Toxement, Tremco, Tuf-Strand, Universal Sealants, Viapol, Watco and Zinsser.
As of May 31, 2025, our subsidiaries marketed products in approximately 163 countries and territories and operated manufacturing facilities in approximately 118 locations.
Approximately 30% of our sales are generated in international markets through a combination of exports to and direct sales in foreign countries.
For the fiscal year ended May 31, 2025, we recorded net sales of $7.4 billion. This position is responsible for leading audit teams in the execution of financial and internal control audits for RPM International.
These audit activities include internal control audits at the majority of the Company's large subsidiaries in support of Management's Assessment of Internal Control over Financial Reporting as well as specific scope financial statement audits at certain of the Company's smaller worldwide locations.
In addition, RPM's Internal Audit Department may work on various other projects on an ad hoc basis.
The Manager of Internal Audit reports directly to the Senior Director of Internal Audit during the execution of the procedures described above.
This role is based at RPM's Corporate Headquarters in Medina, Ohio.
It is expected this role will be in the office approximately 2-3 days per week and also expected to travel to RPM subsidiaries up to 20% of the year.
Essential Functions
Manage the day-to-day audit activities, which consist of evaluating the design and testing operating effectiveness of key internal controls and/or testing of key financial statement accounts and processes.
These responsibilities include: Training and supervising Staff & Senior Auditors in ensuring the effective and efficient execution of the audit. Provide training and re-enforcement to worldwide financial managers regarding the expectations surrounding the Company's internal control framework. Effectively communicate with local financial management, regarding the nature of audit documentation requests, an overview of procedures performed, and the results of the audit. Providing timely status updates to the Senior Director of Internal Audit regarding audit issues identified, staffing issues, concerns with local management, etc.
Deliver workpapers to external auditor within agreed upon deadline.
Respond to any review comments from the external auditor in a timely and thoughtful manner.
Conduct follow-up discussion and tests to ascertain whether agreed upon corrective measures have been implemented. Respond to internal requests for support or assistance in a prompt and professional manner. Keep abreast of laws, rules and regulations issued by applicable regulatory agencies with which the Company must comply. Maintain personal and professional competency through appropriate participation in professional organizations and attendance at relevant internal and external training opportunities.
Relationship and Contacts
Internal Contacts:
Senior Internal Auditors, Staff Internal Auditors, and Interns - On a daily basis, the Manager of Internal Audit is expected to work in small project teams and manage the efforts of the Senior Internal Auditors, the Staff Internal Auditors and Interns.
Senior Director of Internal Audit - On a frequent basis, the Manager of Internal Audit will meet with the Senior Director to discuss internal audit objectives, audit procedures and audit results.
Vice President - Internal Audit & Chief Audit Executive - On a periodic basis, the Manager of Internal Audit will meet with the Chief Audit Executive to provide summary reporting on audits, projects and staffing.
RPM Corporate Officers - The Manager of Internal Audit may be asked to participate in meetings with RPM Corporate Officers including the Chief Financial, Accounting and/or Compliance Officers to provide an executive level summary of the activities of the Internal Audit Department.
Corporate Finance Department - Internal Audit is responsible for auditing the activities of the Corporate Finance Department, most important of which is the preparation of the Company's external financial statements.
In addition, the Corporate Finance Department will communicate any areas of risk at the operating company level to Internal Audit for review and follow-up.
Financial Management at Operating Groups and Operating Companies - Though the degree will vary with every audit, this position will have contact with employees in the worldwide finance function, including Segment-level Chief Financial Officers and Controllers.
External Contacts:
Frequent contact and coordination with the Company's external auditors (Deloitte) who rely significantly on the work performed by Internal Audit.
Education/License/Certification/Experience Requirements
6 to 10 years of experience is preferred. Completion of a Bachelor's and/or Master's degree in accounting is preferred.
Completion of a Bachelor's in accounting, finance or a related field is required.
Certified Public Accountant or Certified Internal Auditor is preferred.
Knowledge and Skills Required for Position
Strong oral and written communication skills. Positive Attitude & willingness to work and travel in small teams. Demonstrated experience leading, coaching, developing, and mentoring others. Ability to communicate, learn, and be self-sufficient. Ability to understand and follow directions. Business office skills - ability to use a laptop computer including Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint; required.
Experience with AuditBoard audit software, preferred.
Benefits and Compensation
The employee will be eligible to participate in all applicable corporate benefit programs which include a defined benefit pension plan, a company-matched 401(k), medical and dental plans, group life and disability plans, and employee assistance program.
The employee will also be eligible for paid vacation, PTO, paid holidays, and tuition reimbursement.
Employee will be eligible for annual merit increases and bonus.Apply for this ad Online! ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Medina, Ohio
Posted: 2025-10-31 14:09:38
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BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGERLONDON - HYBRID WORKING UP TO £40,000 + £70,000 OTE INBOUND/QUALIFIED ENQUIRIES ONLY + PROGRESSION
Get Recruited are exclusively recruiting for a highly successful business in Commercial Finance, specialising in Invoice Finance, who are looking to expand their team with an experienced Business Development Manager.
As a Business Development Executive / Consultant you will handle inbound enquiries from business owners across the UK, consulting them on the right solutions for their business.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual from a Business Development Manager, Consultant, Broker, Inside Sales, Sales Executive role within Commercial Finance, Invoice Finance or a Commercial Lender who is looking to join an industry leading business, be supplied with a consistent pipeline of inbound & qualified leads and benefit from a highly lucrative commission structure!
THE ROLE:
Making contact with clients who have enquired about invoice and commercial finance
Building strong relationships with new and existing clients
Understanding each clients needs and referring them to the most suitable lenders based on relevant criteria
Producing written proposals to be sent to lenders
Working closely with and regularly liaising with lenders to follow up on your clients processes
Keeping in touch with prospects to ensure they receive contact form lenders, gain quotations and understand the solutions offered to them
Update the database to ensure that all customer details are accurate and entered onto the CRM
THE PERSON:
Experience as a Business Development Manager, Consultant, Broker, Inside Sales, Sales Executive role within Commercial Finance, Invoice Finance or a Commercial Lender
Excellent understanding of Invoice Finance products
Confident to work and build relationships with Business Owners, Directors and Senior Managers
Strong negotiating and communication skills
Attention to detail
THE BENEFITS:
Up to £40,000 basic salary
OTE £70,000 (Current team are regularly exceeding 6 figures!)
All leads are inbound and qualified! No Cold Calling!
Uncapped commission
Excellent opportunities for progression
Xmas Bonus
Regular social events
25 days holidays+ Bank Holidays + Xmas Shutdown
Private healthcare after 1 year
Life Insurance
Employee Wellbeing programme
TO APPLY: Shortlisting is taking place for this role soon so please send your CV through for immediate consideration
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We are an equal opportunities employer and we never charge candidates a fee for our services. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: London, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: Up to £40000.00 per annum + 60-80K OTE
Posted: 2025-10-31 13:09:52
