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Harper May is working with a financial services company that is seeking a Finance Director to support its ongoing growth and financial development.
The organisation is focused on enhancing financial visibility, improving performance, and strengthening its overall finance capability.The RoleReporting to senior leadership, the Finance Director will be responsible for leading the finance function and ensuring the delivery of accurate financial information.
The role will involve working across the business to improve financial performance and support key business initiatives.Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage the finance functionProvide financial insight to support business performanceOversee the preparation of management accounts and reportingSupport financial planning, budgeting, and forecastingImprove financial processes and systemsMonitor cash flow and overall financial positionSupport strategic initiatives through financial analysisEnsure financial controls and procedures are maintainedWork closely with senior stakeholders across the businessDevelop and mentor the finance team
Candidate Profile
ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualifiedExperience operating at senior finance level within financial servicesStrong financial reporting and analytical skillsExperience supporting business performance and growthStrong leadership and communication skillsAbility to work closely with senior stakeholders ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, England
Salary / Rate: £150,000 per annum
Posted: 2026-05-01 11:16:29
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Harper May is currently partnering with a prestigious financial services firm to appoint an astute Finance Analyst.
Operating within a complex, regulated framework, this organisation is renowned for its commitment to reporting excellence and robust financial governance.This is a critical hire within a high-calibre finance function.
The successful candidate will play a central role in ensuring the integrity of financial data while providing the commercial insights necessary to drive organisational performance.The Role
Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, the Finance Analyst will act as a bridge between technical accounting and strategic decision support.
This is a hands-on, multi-faceted position suited to a professional who thrives in a structured, regulated environment but possesses the curiosity to challenge the status quo and improve existing processes.Key Responsibilities
Management Reporting: Support the end-to-end delivery of monthly management accounts and sophisticated reporting packs for senior leadership.
Financial Planning & Analysis: Drive the budgeting and forecasting cycles, ensuring accuracy and alignment across all business units.
Performance Insight: Deliver detailed variance analysis, identifying the "why" behind the numbers to highlight risks and opportunities.
Sophisticated Modelling: Develop and refine financial models to support long-term planning and ad-hoc commercial projects.
Multi-Entity Oversight: Ensure consistency and accuracy in reporting across multiple entities, maintaining a gold standard for financial controls.
Audit & Compliance: Facilitate year-end reporting and provide key support during the annual audit process within a regulated framework.
Process Evolution: Proactively identify opportunities for automation and the enhancement of existing reporting tools.
Stakeholder Partnership: Act as a trusted advisor to internal stakeholders, translating complex financial data into clear, actionable advice.
Candidate Profile
Qualification: ACA, ACCA, or CIMA (Part-qualified or Fully Qualified).
Sector Expertise: Experience within financial services or a similarly regulated environment is highly desirable.
Technical Excellence: Advanced Excel capability and a proven track record of handling complex datasets with absolute precision.
Analytical Rigour: A natural problem-solver with a meticulous eye for detail and the ability to spot trends within raw data.
Communication: A confident and articulate communicator, capable of engaging effectively with senior management and non-finance stakeholders.
Mindset: A proactive, disciplined professional who takes pride in the accuracy and impact of their work. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: London Bridge, Greater London, England
Salary / Rate: £60,000 per annum
Posted: 2026-05-01 11:15:18
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Harper May is partnering with a growing global commodities business to appoint a high-calibre Finance Manager.
Operating in a fast-paced trading environment, the organisation is focused on building a robust financial infrastructure to support its continued commercial expansion.The Role
Reporting to senior management, you will lead the monthly reporting cycle, strengthen financial controls, and provide commercial insight.
This is a hands-on role that combines technical accounting rigour with operational support in a high-energy trading setting.Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting: Lead the monthly management accounts process, ensuring timely and accurate board-level reporting.
Controls & Integrity: Oversee balance sheet reconciliations, general ledger integrity, and robust internal financial controls.
Planning & Analysis: Manage the budgeting and forecasting cycles for both trading and operational teams.
Capital Oversight: Monitor cash flow, working capital, and overall business performance to ensure liquidity.
Statutory Compliance: Assist with statutory reporting, year-end accounts, and the annual audit process.
Commercial Insight: Provide financial analysis to support trading activity and inform strategic decision-making.
Stakeholder Partnership: Act as a key advisor to senior management, delivering meaningful financial intelligence.
Process Evolution: Drive system improvements and reporting enhancements to increase finance efficiency.
Candidate Profile
Qualification: ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified (or nearing completion).
Experience: Background in commodities, trading, energy, natural resources, or a fast-moving commercial environment.
Technical Skills: Strong technical accounting knowledge and advanced Excel capability.
Attributes: A meticulous eye for detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.
Communication: A confident communicator, able to partner effectively with non-finance stakeholders. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Birmingham, West Midlands, England
Salary / Rate: £55,000 per annum
Posted: 2026-05-01 11:13:37
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Harper May is partnering with a growing global commodities business to appoint a high-calibre Finance Manager.
Operating in a fast-paced trading environment, the organisation is focused on building a robust financial infrastructure to support its continued commercial expansion.The Role
Reporting to senior management, you will lead the monthly reporting cycle, strengthen financial controls, and provide commercial insight.
This is a hands-on role that combines technical accounting rigour with operational support in a high-energy trading setting.Key Responsibilities
Financial Reporting: Lead the monthly management accounts process, ensuring timely and accurate board-level reporting.
Controls & Integrity: Oversee balance sheet reconciliations, general ledger integrity, and robust internal financial controls.
Planning & Analysis: Manage the budgeting and forecasting cycles for both trading and operational teams.
Capital Oversight: Monitor cash flow, working capital, and overall business performance to ensure liquidity.
Statutory Compliance: Assist with statutory reporting, year-end accounts, and the annual audit process.
Commercial Insight: Provide financial analysis to support trading activity and inform strategic decision-making.
Stakeholder Partnership: Act as a key advisor to senior management, delivering meaningful financial intelligence.
Process Evolution: Drive system improvements and reporting enhancements to increase finance efficiency.
Candidate Profile
Qualification: ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified (or nearing completion).
Experience: Background in commodities, trading, energy, natural resources, or a fast-moving commercial environment.
Technical Skills: Strong technical accounting knowledge and advanced Excel capability.
Attributes: A meticulous eye for detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.
Communication: A confident communicator, able to partner effectively with non-finance stakeholders. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Lichfield, Staffordshire, England
Salary / Rate: £55,000 per annum
Posted: 2026-05-01 11:12:59
