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Operations Director

Torquay

Butler Rose is delighted to have been exclusively appointed to support a well-established manufacturing business in the South Devon area to recruit an Operations Director.

This is a pivotal appointment for an experienced operational leader who enjoys driving change, creating structure and improving performance within a growing manufacturing environment. In the role, you will take overall responsibility for operations and play a key role in shaping the next stage of the company's development.

The organisation produces engineered products for a diverse customer base and is looking for someone capable of bringing stability, accountability and operational excellence across the business.

This role would suit an individual with a background in engineering, technical manufacturing, industrial manufacturing, precision manufacturing, electronics, aerospace, defence, automotive or other complex manufacturing sectors.

The Role

As Operations Director, you will lead the operational functions of the business, ensuring that products are delivered safely, efficiently and on time whilst driving ongoing improvements in performance, cost and customer satisfaction.

You will inherit a capable team and be tasked with strengthening processes, improving operational visibility and developing an environment where teams are empowered, accountable and focused on results.

This is a hands-on leadership position for someone who enjoys solving problems, implementing structure and leading transformation rather than simply maintaining the status quo.

Key Areas of Focus

Driving operational performance and improving customer delivery.Creating robust planning, production and supply chain processes.Developing effective KPI reporting and performance management.Improving inventory control, material flow and supplier performance.Maximising the value of ERP and business systems.Leading continuous improvement initiatives across the operation.Building capability and accountability within operational teams.Supporting future growth through scalable systems and processes.Working closely with commercial and engineering teams to improve business performance.

About You

We are interested in speaking with candidates who can demonstrate:

Experience leading manufacturing operations at a senior level.A track record of improving operational performance and delivery.Strong understanding of manufacturing, planning, procurement and supply chain activities.Experience introducing or improving business systems and operational processes.The ability to lead, motivate and develop teams through change.Commercial awareness and a strong focus on operational efficiency.A hands-on leadership style with excellent problem-solving skills.

Previous experience as an Operations Director, Head of Operations, Manufacturing Director, Site Director, General Manager or Operational Excellence Leader would be highly relevant.

What's on Offer?

£80,000 - £90,000 DOESite based permanent role Opportunity to shape the future direction of the business.Broad remit covering operations, production and supply chain.A chance to deliver meaningful change and leave a lasting impact.

If you're an experienced operational leader looking for an opportunity to drive transformation within a technical manufacturing environment, we'd be pleased to hear from you.

Contact Butler Rose today for a confidential discussion.

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Financial Accountant

West Sussex | Hybrid (4 days office / 1 day home) | Up to £55,000 + Private Medical + Excellent Pension + Bonus

A people focussed and growing international business is seeking a proactive and solutions-focused Financial Accountant to join its high-performing finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Part or Newly Qualified Accountant who enjoys taking ownership, solving complex problems and driving process improvements.

Working closely with senior finance leadership, you'll play a key role in delivering a fast-paced three-day month-end close, improving reporting processes and supporting the wider business with insightful financial analysis. The organisation recognises talent, enthusiasm and technical capability, providing genuine opportunities to progress into more senior technical or commercial finance roles.

The Opportunity

This role offers a good degree of autonomy and the chance to make a tangible impact. You'll be encouraged to challenge existing processes, improve productivity and help shape a best-in-class finance function. All of which will be supported excellent finance leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Ownership of month-end activities within a demanding three-day close environment.Leading complex balance sheet and P&L reconciliations, identifying and resolving issues proactively.Supporting cashflow forecasting, fixed assets and accruals/prepayments.Preparing journals and maintaining strong financial controls.Assisting with statutory accounts and external audit requirements.Producing insightful reporting and analysis to support decision making.Business partnering with stakeholders across the organisation.Supporting the development and automation of reporting processes.Working closely with operational teams to drive efficiencies and improve data quality.Identifying opportunities to enhance productivity and streamline finance processes.

About You

You will be a motivated and analytical finance professional who enjoys solving problems and taking ownership.Studying towards, or newly qualified in, ACCA/CIMA/ACA (or equivalent)

You will possess:

Previous experience within financial accounting or a similar role.A proactive, solutions-driven approach to complex reconciliations and problem solving.Experience operating within tight month-end deadlines.Advanced Excel skills (essential).Power BI experience or a strong interest in developing reporting and analytics capabilities (highly desirable).Strong attention to detail and the ability to work autonomously.Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.A naturally curious mindset with a passion for continuous improvement.

What's on Offer?

Salary up to £55,000Hybrid working (4 days office / 1 day home)Private medical coverExcellent pension schemeGenerous holiday allowanceHighly achievable employee bonus schemeSupportive and collaborative cultureGenuine opportunities for career development into technical accounting, FP&A or commercial financeOpportunity to influence systems, reporting and process improvement initiatives

This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys adding value, thrives in a fast-moving environment and wants to be recognised and rewarded for their contribution.

Interested?

If this sounds like the next step in your career, get in touch with David Marchant to find out more - [email protected]

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Financial Accountant

West Sussex | Hybrid (4 days office / 1 day home) | Up to £55,000 + Private Medical + Excellent Pension + Bonus

A people focussed and growing international business is seeking a proactive and solutions-focused Financial Accountant to join its high-performing finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Part or Newly Qualified Accountant who enjoys taking ownership, solving complex problems and driving process improvements.

Working closely with senior finance leadership, you'll play a key role in delivering a fast-paced three-day month-end close, improving reporting processes and supporting the wider business with insightful financial analysis. The organisation recognises talent, enthusiasm and technical capability, providing genuine opportunities to progress into more senior technical or commercial finance roles.

The Opportunity

This role offers a good degree of autonomy and the chance to make a tangible impact. You'll be encouraged to challenge existing processes, improve productivity and help shape a best-in-class finance function. All of which will be supported excellent finance leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Ownership of month-end activities within a demanding three-day close environment.Leading complex balance sheet and P&L reconciliations, identifying and resolving issues proactively.Supporting cashflow forecasting, fixed assets and accruals/prepayments.Preparing journals and maintaining strong financial controls.Assisting with statutory accounts and external audit requirements.Producing insightful reporting and analysis to support decision making.Business partnering with stakeholders across the organisation.Supporting the development and automation of reporting processes.Working closely with operational teams to drive efficiencies and improve data quality.Identifying opportunities to enhance productivity and streamline finance processes.

About You

You will be a motivated and analytical finance professional who enjoys solving problems and taking ownership.Studying towards, or newly qualified in, ACCA/CIMA/ACA (or equivalent)

You will possess:

Previous experience within financial accounting or a similar role.A proactive, solutions-driven approach to complex reconciliations and problem solving.Experience operating within tight month-end deadlines.Advanced Excel skills (essential).Power BI experience or a strong interest in developing reporting and analytics capabilities (highly desirable).Strong attention to detail and the ability to work autonomously.Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.A naturally curious mindset with a passion for continuous improvement.

What's on Offer?

Salary up to £55,000Hybrid working (4 days office / 1 day home)Private medical coverExcellent pension schemeGenerous holiday allowanceHighly achievable employee bonus schemeSupportive and collaborative cultureGenuine opportunities for career development into technical accounting, FP&A or commercial financeOpportunity to influence systems, reporting and process improvement initiatives

This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys adding value, thrives in a fast-moving environment and wants to be recognised and rewarded for their contribution.

Interested?

If this sounds like the next step in your career, get in touch with David Marchant to find out more - [email protected]

Know someone perfect for this role?

We offer a £150 retail voucher for every successful referral we place - so if you refer a friend or colleague who's hired through Butler Rose, you'll be rewarded!

Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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Credit Controller - Fast-Paced FMCG Business

Warrington | £30,000 | Full-Time

Looking to take your Credit Control career to the next level? Join a thriving FMCG business where speed, collaboration, and impact are at the heart of everything they do. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a varied and hands-on role within a supportive finance team.

The Role:

As Credit Controller, you'll play a key role in managing cash flow, reducing aged debt, and maintaining strong customer relationships in a fast-moving environment. You'll take ownership of the sales ledger while working closely with internal teams to drive results.

Key Responsibilities:

Proactively contact debtors via phone, email, and written communication to recover outstanding balancesMaintain regular communication with Sales Managers to review and reduce aged debtManage and maintain the sales ledger, ensuring accurate customer and transaction recordsNegotiate payment terms and work to bring accounts back within agreed termsInvestigate and resolve customer queries and disputes efficientlyEnsure cash collection and debtor targets are consistently achievedEscalate overdue or high-risk accounts to senior stakeholders where necessaryHandle high-volume, fast-moving accounts across multiple payment channelsAllocate payments and manage inbox queries within agreed SLAsOpen new customer accounts and perform relevant checksProcess credit notes accurately and in a timely mannerProvide Sales teams with regular debt reporting and insightsSupport month-end, year-end processes, and audit requirementsIdentify and implement improvements to enhance efficiency within the sales ledger function

About You:

Proven experience in Credit Control or a similar finance roleStrong communication and negotiation skillsAbility to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environmentExcellent attention to detail and organisational skillsProactive, solutions-focused approachComfortable working cross-functionally with Sales and Finance teamsGood Excel and systems knowledge

What's in It for You?

Salary of £30,000Opportunity to join a growing, dynamic FMCG businessVaried role with real ownership and impactSupportive and collaborative team environmentChance to contribute to process improvements and business success

Ready to make your mark in a fast-moving industry? Apply today and be part of something exciting.

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Financial Promotions Compliance Manager

Hybrid (UK) | £55,000-£70,000 + Benefits

A growing retail trading and investment platform is looking for a Financial Promotions Compliance Manager to join its expanding compliance team. This is a hybrid role offering the opportunity to work across multiple regulated markets including the UK, US, UAE, Europe and Australia.

The position is focused primarily on financial promotions compliance (approximately 70% of the role), ensuring marketing communications, digital content, campaigns and customer communications meet regulatory requirements. The remaining 30% will involve broader compliance projects, policy enhancements, regulatory change initiatives and stakeholder support across the business.

Key Responsibilities

Review and approve financial promotions, marketing materials, websites, social media content, email campaigns and customer communications.Provide guidance on FCA financial promotions rules, consumer duty requirements and regulatory expectations.Partner with Marketing, Product and Commercial teams to support compliant customer acquisition activity.Support compliance monitoring, advisory work and regulatory projects across multiple jurisdictions.Assist with the implementation of new regulations, policies and compliance frameworks.Contribute to broader governance, risk and compliance initiatives.

Requirements

Experience in financial promotions compliance or marketing compliance within financial services.Background in a regulated environment such as retail trading, brokerage, investments, wealth management, fintech, CFD, forex or online trading platforms.Strong understanding of FCA regulations, financial promotions and consumer protection requirements.Experience reviewing digital marketing content, websites and social media communications.Exposure to international markets is advantageous, but candidates do not need experience across all jurisdictions.Crypto or digital assets experience would be beneficial but is not essential.

This is an excellent opportunity for a compliance professional seeking a highly visible role in a fast-paced, international fintech environment. Please apply here.

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EMIR Transaction Reporting Analyst / SME - Contract

£400-£475 per day (Umbrella) | Initial 3-Month Contract

Hybrid working in London

A leading consultancy is seeking an experienced EMIR Transaction Reporting Consultant to support regulatory reporting projects across clients within Asset Management, Funds, and Investment Management.

This role is heavily focused on EMIR transaction reporting, with exposure to MiFIR reporting frameworks.

Key Skills & Experience:

Strong hands-on experience with EMIR Transaction Reporting and EMIR RefitWorking knowledge of MiFIR Transaction ReportingExpertise in trade reporting and transaction reporting regulatory requirementsExperience performing reconciliations, data quality analysis, and exception managementExperience analysing and remediating regulatory reporting breaks and submission errorsKnowledge of reporting to Trade RepositoriesExperience with regulatory reporting controls, governance, and oversightBackground within Asset Management, Funds, Investment Management, or Buy Side

Please apply now to be considered for this role.

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Butler Rose is working with a values-led, fast-paced organisation seeking a Finance Business Partner to support operational leadership and drive financial performance. This is a key role combining commercial insight, strategic influence, and team leadership. This position offers a blend of financial leadership, operational insight, and transformation, within a collaborative business that values innovation and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Act as a trusted partner to senior operational leaders, providing insight to guide decision-makingLead budgeting, forecasting, and scenario modelling to support business strategyDeliver clear, forward-looking financial analysis to improve performance and profitabilityDrive cost control and identify efficiency opportunities across operationsSupport transformation initiatives, including systems and process improvementsEnhance reporting by moving towards insight-led, visual outputs

About You

Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)Proven experience in a Finance Business Partnering roleStrong commercial awareness with the ability to turn data into meaningful insightConfident influencing and challenging senior stakeholdersAdvanced Excel and financial modeling skillsExperience in operational environments (e.g. logistics, manufacturing, distribution) advantageousComfortable working in a fast-moving and evolving business

What's on Offer

Competitive salary and pensionGenerous holiday and well-being benefitsHybrid workingSupportive, collaborative and purpose-driven cultureOpportunity to shape and influence business performance

If you are interested in this Finance Business Partner role, please contact Gareth Dagger at Butler Rose Accountancy & Finance Recruitment ASAP

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Finance Manager

Manchester | Up to £65,000 | Full-Time | Permanent

We are recruiting for an experienced and fully qualified Finance Manager to join a growing, project-led business in Manchester.

Reporting directly to the Finance Director, you will take ownership of the monthly accounts process, financial controls, statutory compliance and project reporting. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded accountant who enjoys working autonomously and making a real impact within the finance function.

The Role

Prepare monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet and month-end journals.Own the month-end close process and maintain robust financial controls.Complete and review all key balance sheet reconciliations.Produce cash flow forecasts, budgets and variance analysis.Support project accounting, cost tracking and profitability reporting.Prepare VAT returns and manage HMRC correspondence.Assist with statutory accounts preparation and year-end audit requirements.Monitor debtor and creditor positions, providing meaningful financial insight to management.

About You

Fully qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA.Previous experience in a Management Accountant or similar role.Strong month-end and management accounts experience.Excellent reconciliation and financial control skills.Experience preparing VAT returns and managing compliance requirements.Sage experience is essential.Confident communicator with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Desirable

Experience within construction, engineering or another project-based environment.Knowledge of project accounting and cost reporting.Experience using Eque2 or a similar ERP system.Previous involvement in audit and statutory accounts preparation.

What's on Offer?

Salary up to £65,000.Autonomous role with broad responsibility and exposure to senior leadership.Opportunity to influence processes and drive improvements.Growing and supportive business environment.Manchester-based office location.

If you're a qualified accountant looking for a varied role where you can take ownership and add value, we'd love to hear from you.

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Finance Transformation Lead (x3)

Location: Northampton
Day rate: £500 per day
Contract length: up until 31st March 2027

About the Role
Our large facilities management client is seeking three experienced Finance Transformation Leads to join a major large Fleet Transformation Programme based in Northampton.

This is a high-impact programme focused on driving end-to-end financial and operational transformation, with a strong emphasis on cost efficiency, financial modelling, and senior stakeholder engagement.

Key Responsibilities
* Lead delivery of workstreams within a large-scale £20m transformation programme
* Drive change initiatives and embed a strong continuous improvement mindset across finance and operational teams
* Proactively identify cost-saving opportunities and efficiency improvements
* Develop and maintain financial models to support forecasting, scenario planning, and programme outcomes
* Engage confidently with senior stakeholders, including challenging assumptions where required
* Provide clear, concise updates on programme performance to senior leadership
* Support decision-making through high-quality financial insight and analysis

About You
* Strong background in finance transformation, FP&A, or large-scale change programmes
* Confident financial modeller with excellent analytical capability
* Proven experience influencing and challenging senior stakeholders
* Strong commercial mindset with a focus on cost optimisation and value delivery
* Able to translate complex programme data into clear executive-level messaging
* Comfortable working in fast-paced, large-scale transformation environments

Why Apply?
* Work on a large strategic transformation programme
* High visibility role with senior leadership exposure
* Opportunity to drive meaningful operational and financial change
* Long-term contract through to March 2027

If you are interested in this opportunity and would like further information, please reach out to Siddharth Patel or Cerys Smith.

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Liaison Team Leader - Shared Services (Permanent)
Location: London (Hybrid - 2 days per week in office)
Salary: £40,000 - £50,000

Butler Rose is working alongside our large, complex Business Services client who is seeking an experienced Liaison Team Leader to lead service delivery, stakeholder engagement, and operational performance across a high-volume, multi-client environment.

This is a hands-on leadership role suited to an experienced team manager who can balance people leadership, operational oversight, and continuous improvement within a fast-paced shared services function.
The organisation operates across multiple entities with complex operational processes, requiring strong communication, governance, and service management capabilities.

Key Responsibilities
* Lead, coach, and develop a team of Liaison Officers to deliver high-quality service
* Manage day-to-day operations, workloads, and resource planning
* Set clear objectives, KPIs, and performance expectations across the team
* Monitor workflows, SLAs, and service delivery metrics
* Act as a senior escalation point for complex queries and operational issues
* Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, clients, and external partners
* Support communication between operations, finance, payroll, sales, and wider business functions
* Identify process gaps, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement
* Maintain SOPs, governance processes, and operational documentation
* Produce reporting and insight on team performance, service levels, and business impact
* Support system enhancements, automation initiatives, and transformation projects

Candidate Profile
* Previous experience leading a team within operations, shared services, customer service, or a similar environment
* Strong stakeholder management skills with confidence engaging at all levels
* Experience managing KPIs, SLAs, and service performance
* Ability to manage multiple priorities within a fast-paced environment
* Strong problem-solving skills with a practical, solutions-focused approach
* Experience improving processes and implementing operational change
* Excellent communication and leadership skills
* Commercially aware with a focus on service excellence

Why apply with us?
* Permanent opportunity within a large, established business services organisation
* Hybrid working model (2 days per week in the London office)
* Competitive salary package (£40,000 - £50,000)
* Opportunity to influence service improvements and team development
* Exposure to senior stakeholders and cross-functional projects

This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic organisation during a period of transformation, operational enhancement, and continued growth.

If you are interested in this opportunity and would like further information, please reach out to Siddharth Patel.

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