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SENIOR COST CONTROLLER

Location: Barrow-in-Furness
Contract: 2-year fixed-term contract

The Senior Cost Controller will play a key role in maintaining financial oversight and effective cost management across operational activities, maintenance programmes, inspection works, modifications and capital expenditure.

The position will provide financial support and guidance to budget holders, ensuring expenditure is accurately monitored, forecasted and reported. The successful candidate will also support the financial management of major service contracts, maintain compliance with procurement and Procure-to-Pay (P2P) procedures, and provide oversight of purchasing activities, contract variations and workforce time recording.

Working closely with operational, finance and supply chain teams, the role will help ensure costs remain controlled, forecasts are reliable and financial commitments are aligned with approved work scopes and business objectives.

Key Responsibilities and Deliverables

The Senior Cost Controller will work in partnership with the Morecambe Hub Asset team, Business Partnering Lead and external service providers to maintain effective financial controls and deliver the following activities:

Financial Reporting and Cost Management

Produce monthly accrual calculations and operating expenditure (OPEX) forecasts, ensuring cost monitoring systems and trackers are accurately maintained to facilitate the month-end reporting process.Analyse financial information held within SAP, including Value of Work Done (VOWD), working alongside Job Responsible Engineers (JREs) and Finance colleagues to ensure accurate reporting.Monitor and coordinate timewriting activities across operated assets, providing oversight to the Cost Controller team and ensuring outstanding or incomplete timesheets are addressed promptly.Assess monthly contractor and supplier cost submissions against approved Business Plan figures, investigating variances and escalating potential financial exposures, discrepancies or unnecessary expenditure.Evaluate expenditure patterns and contract performance to identify opportunities for improved efficiencies, tighter cost management and potential savings.Provide regular financial updates and relevant cost information to support effective business decision-making.

Procurement and Commercial Controls

Assist in maintaining compliance with the company's Procure-to-Pay (P2P) framework and associated financial approval procedures.Examine contract Change Order submissions and confirm that any required Purchase Order (PO) amendments and financial approvals are completed before additional work is undertaken.Maintain oversight of existing Purchase Orders, ensuring values, descriptions and coding remain appropriate and that completed or redundant orders are closed in a timely manner.Carry out checks on newly created Purchase Orders to confirm appropriate cost allocation, supporting documentation and compliance with procurement requirements.Monitor equipment and rental hire expenditure, reviewing utilisation and highlighting opportunities to minimise avoidable costs.Work with budget holders and Supply Chain representatives to assist with the preparation and review of Single Source Justifications.Provide financial and commercial input during internal discussions and supplier meetings, promoting appropriate cost governance and contractual financial control.

General Duties

Develop effective working relationships with operational teams, finance personnel, procurement specialists and external contractors.Promote consistent application of cost control processes, financial procedures and reporting standards.Undertake additional responsibilities relevant to the position, as reasonably requested by management.

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

Technical and Professional Competencies

The successful candidate should demonstrate:

Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and SAP, with the ability to analyse and interpret financial information.Confident numerical, analytical and problem-solving capabilities.The ability to communicate financial information clearly and effectively, including through reports and presentations.A proactive approach, with the ability to work independently and take ownership of assigned responsibilities.Excellent organisational skills and a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.The ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively with a range of internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications and Experience

HNC qualification in Business Management, Finance or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience with a commitment to ongoing professional development.Previous experience in a finance, cost control or commercial administration position.Experience working within the Oil and Gas industry would be advantageous, particularly within both operator and contractor environments.Demonstrable experience of budget management, financial forecasting and expenditure monitoring.A sound understanding of cost control methodologies and financial reporting.Previous involvement in procurement activities and a good understanding of the Procure-to-Pay process.Experience reviewing supplier costs, Purchase Orders, contract variations and financial commitments.

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Marketing Executive

Location: Morecambe area, Lancashire
Contract: 12-month fixed-term contract (maternity cover) - Possibility of a permanent role at the end of the contract

The Opportunity

Butler Rose is exclusively supporting an expanding local business with the appointment of a Marketing Executive to join its team on a 12-month fixed-term contract, covering maternity leave.

This is an excellent opportunity for a creative and commercially minded marketing professional to take ownership of a varied workload, delivering engaging content and campaigns across multiple digital channels. Working closely with the wider team, you will help strengthen brand visibility, improve customer engagement and generate interest from prospective customers.

The business offers a collaborative working environment where initiative is encouraged, ideas are welcomed, and the successful candidate will have the opportunity to make a tangible contribution.

The client is ready to appoint, and there may be scope for a permanent position at the end of the fixed-term contract.

Key Responsibilities

Coordinate the marketing schedule, developing campaigns and content plans that support the organisation's wider commercial priorities.

Keep the company website fresh and engaging by creating articles, updating existing pages and improving the effectiveness of key landing pages.

Oversee business social media activity, particularly LinkedIn, producing relevant content and supporting the wider team with materials to help develop new business opportunities.

Create professional marketing assets for online and offline use, ensuring all designs reflect established brand standards.

Develop and distribute email campaigns, customer communications and newsletters to maintain engagement with existing audiences and reach potential customers.

Capture and edit photographs for use across marketing channels and promotional materials.

Monitor campaign performance and digital engagement, preparing regular reports and identifying practical ways to improve future activity.

Provide support across wider marketing projects and take ownership of additional tasks as business priorities evolve.

About You

We are looking for a proactive, creative and well-organised marketer who can balance content creation with the practical delivery and measurement of campaigns.

You will ideally bring:

Experience planning marketing content, writing compelling copy and delivering campaigns from concept through to completion.

Familiarity with WordPress or a similar website content management platform.

A background in managing professional social media channels, with the ability to create engaging content for LinkedIn.

Strong working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, with the ability to produce polished, consistent marketing materials.

Experience using email campaign software and customer relationship management systems.

Confidence interpreting digital marketing data through tools such as Google Analytics 4, Google Search Console or Semrush.

Practical photography and image-editing skills.

Excellent written and verbal communication, with strong attention to detail.

The ability to organise projects, manage deadlines and prioritise competing demands effectively.

A commercial mindset, understanding how well-executed marketing can support customer acquisition, retention and business growth.

A self-starting attitude, with the confidence to work independently, identify opportunities and see projects through to completion.

Desirable Experience

Additional skills in any of the following areas would be beneficial, although they are not essential:

Website development: Experience adapting website layouts, working with front-end code or developing interactive online features.

Paid digital campaigns: Exposure to planning, running or improving paid advertising, particularly through LinkedIn.

SEO and emerging search strategies: Knowledge of keyword analysis, on-page optimisation and techniques to improve visibility across search engines and AI-powered search platforms.

Video content: Experience recording and editing promotional videos using tools such as Adobe Premiere Pro or After Effects.

The Person

Beyond technical ability, we are looking for someone who combines creativity with initiative and a collaborative approach.

You should be comfortable taking responsibility for your work, looking for ways to improve results and adapting as priorities change. Just as importantly, you will value working with others, communicate thoughtfully and contribute positively to the wider team.

What's on Offer?

20 days + Banks (with the option to purchase an additional 5)

The opportunity to take ownership of a varied marketing remit.

A supportive working environment where new ideas and initiative are encouraged.

Competitive salary and performance-related incentives.

The potential for a permanent opportunity following the initial contract, depending on business requirements.

Working pattern: Monday to Friday - Full Time

Workplace: Office-based Monday to Friday.

Due to the office location, access to a vehicle would be advantageous

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Financial Reporting Accountant

Location: Chester | Excellent career opportunity

Salary: up to £70k

15-month fixed term contract

Are you a qualified finance professional looking for your next challenge in a fast-paced, growing environment? This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Financial Reporting Accountant to take on a broad role, combining statutory reporting, technical accounting and financial control.

Working closely with senior finance leadership, you'll play a key role in maintaining robust financial controls, delivering accurate financial information and supporting ongoing business growth and change initiatives. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys getting into the detail while also contributing to wider financial and commercial objectives.

The Role

As Financial Reporting Accountant, you'll take ownership of a varied portfolio of responsibilities, including:

Statutory Reporting: Preparing individual legal entity and consolidated financial statements, alongside coordinating the statutory audit process.Financial Accounting: Managing monthly accounting activities for holding companies and other group entities, ensuring accurate reporting, reconciliations and foreign currency accounting.Tax Compliance: Supporting corporation tax compliance and liaising with external advisers to ensure timely and accurate submissions.Financial Control: Maintaining a strong control environment, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data as operations continue to grow.Financial Services Reporting: Acting as a key finance contact for lending and asset-based finance activities, producing financial results and supporting effective financial oversight.Covenant Reporting: Preparing and maintaining financial covenant reporting to support ongoing compliance requirements.Continuous Improvement: Contributing to change management projects and helping improve financial processes, systems and reporting.Systems & Data: Acting as a key user of the accounting system, with a focus on data accuracy, efficient processes and reliable financial information.

What We're Looking For

We're keen to hear from technically strong finance professionals who combine excellent attention to detail with the confidence to communicate effectively with senior stakeholders.

You'll ideally bring:

ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification, with at least two years' post-qualification experience.Previous experience in financial accounting, ideally with an external audit background.Strong knowledge of UK GAAP, particularly FRS 102.Experience preparing statutory accounts and consolidated financial statements.A working knowledge of corporation tax and VAT, including partial exemption.Strong Excel skills and confidence working with general ledgers, reconciliations and financial data.The ability to analyse complex information, reconcile cash flows and support financial modelling.Excellent communication skills and the ability to build relationships across different stakeholder groups.A proactive, adaptable approach and the ability to thrive in a changing, fast-moving environment.

Desirable Experience

Experience within financial services would be advantageous, particularly in lending, leasing, factoring, invoice finance, discounting or asset-based lending.

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing finance function in a role offering genuine breadth and responsibility. You'll gain exposure to complex group reporting, technical accounting, financial controls and senior-level stakeholder engagement, while contributing to ongoing improvements across the finance function.

If you're looking for a role where you can apply your technical expertise, broaden your experience and make a meaningful contribution, we'd love to hear from you.

Interested? Apply today to find out more.

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Business Analyst | Power BI | £60,000 + Bonus

Location: Wokingham, Berkshire
Salary: £60,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits
Contract: 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract
Working Pattern: Hybrid, 4 Days Office / 1 Day Home
Start Date: Immediate availability or a short notice period would be highly advantageous.

The Company

We are delighted to be supporting a well-established, successful and highly regarded organisation operating within the UK healthcare services sector in the recruitment of an experienced Business Analyst.

With a strong reputation for customer service, innovation and quality, the organisation continues to invest in its people, processes and technology as part of an ongoing programme of growth and transformation.

You will play an important role in strengthening business intelligence, improving the quality of management information and ensuring that data is translated into meaningful, commercially relevant insights.

The Role

Reporting to the Finance Director, the Business Analyst will be responsible for developing, enhancing and maintaining high-quality business intelligence reporting, with a particular emphasis on Power BI, data integrity and effective visualisation.

This is not simply a reporting or dashboard development position. You'll be expected to understand the underlying data, investigate anomalies, question assumptions and present findings in a clear, engaging and persuasive manner.

Working closely with senior management, stakeholders, and customers across the organisation, you'll help improve the accessibility, reliability and commercial value of business-critical information.

Key Responsibilities

Develop, maintain and enhance interactive Power BI dashboards and reporting suites, providing clear and actionable business insights.Analyse complex datasets to identify trends, anomalies, risks and opportunities for operational and commercial improvement.Validate and reconcile information across multiple data sources, ensuring consistency, accuracy and reliability.Investigate discrepancies between reports and underlying source data, identifying root causes and implementing appropriate improvements.Review existing reporting capabilities, engaging with stakeholders to understand their requirements and identify opportunities to improve functionality and presentation.Produce visually compelling reports and presentations that communicate complex findings to both technical and non-technical audiences.Support the development and implementation of robust data governance policies and reporting controls.Translate business requirements into effective analytical solutions, managing delivery timelines and competing stakeholder priorities.Respond to ad hoc reporting and analytical requests, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.Act as a trusted business partner, providing insight, constructive challenge and recommendations to senior management and key stakeholders.

Candidate Requirements

We are seeking an experienced, commercially minded Business Analyst who can demonstrate:

Proven experience in Business Analysis, Business Intelligence or a similar data-focused analytical position.Strong Power BI expertise, including the development of interactive dashboards, data models and management reporting.Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including working with complex datasets and multiple data sources.Excellent analytical and numerical ability, with a strong understanding of data validation, reconciliation and reporting integrity.The confidence to question data, challenge assumptions and investigate inconsistencies rather than simply accepting information at face value.Strong communication, presentation and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build credibility and influence stakeholders at all levels.The ability to interpret complex information and translate findings into clear, commercially relevant recommendations.A proactive, organised and solutions-focused approach, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work autonomously.

Desirable Experience

Previous experience working with Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Power BI.A background in finance, financial analysis or commercially focused management reporting.Experience improving business intelligence processes, reporting controls and data governance.

Based at the organisation's Wokingham office, with a requirement to attend four days per week and the flexibility to work from home one day per week. Occasional travel to a second group location in West Sussex will be required, typically two to three days per month. Travel expenses and overnight accommodation will be covered as appropriate.

Apply

Please apply with your CV for further information and a confidential discussion.

To be considered for the role you must be eligible to work in the UK without restriction. This role is being advertised by Butler Rose (AGY) and managed by Dave Marchant [email protected]

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Finance Admin Assistant

Location: Kendal
Contract: 6-month interim contract, with the potential to extend or become permanent
Start: Ideally immediately available

Are you an experienced Finance Administrator with a strong background in purchase ledger? Looking for your next opportunity? This could be the perfect role for you!

We're looking for a proactive, organised and detail-focused Finance Admin Assistant to join a busy finance team in Kendal. Ideally, you'll have previous purchase ledger experience and be ready to hit the ground running.

Key Responsibilities:

Process purchase ledger invoices, ensuring they are accurately coded, calculated and approved.Investigate and resolve supplier queries, liaising with suppliers where necessary.Maintain accurate supplier records and ensure bank details are verified.Support billing and recharge processes, including processing recharges and assisting with queries.Carry out general finance administration and support day-to-day departmental activities.Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and investigate any discrepancies.Maintain accurate financial records and ensure transactions are processed efficiently.Provide wider support to the finance team as required.

What We're Looking For:

Previous experience in a finance administration role.Strong purchase ledger experience.Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.Good organisational and communication skills.The ability to investigate and resolve queries confidently.A proactive approach and the ability to work well as part of a team.Someone available to start immediately or at short notice would be ideal.

This is a great opportunity to join a finance team on an initial 6-month interim contract, with the potential for an extension or permanent position.

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Accounts Receivable Executive - 9-Month Maternity Cover
Kidlington | Monday to Friday, 9:00am-5:30pm | Office based

Looking for a hands-on Accounts Receivable role where you can make an immediate impact? This 9-month maternity cover contract is ideal for a confident finance professional who enjoys credit control, invoicing, query resolution and keeping cash collection on track.
You'll take ownership of a busy debtors ledger, work closely with internal teams and customers, and help keep the Accounts Receivable process accurate, efficient and well controlled.

What you'll be doing
* Own and manage the debtors ledger across UK and Ireland entities.
* Lead credit control activity by phone and email while maintaining strong customer relationships.
* Raise sales invoices and resolve invoice queries quickly and professionally.
* Post bank transactions, allocate receipts and support monthly reconciliations.
* Prepare debtor review information, flag risks and support revenue variance analysis.
* Identify ways to improve accuracy, efficiency and processes.

What we're looking for
* Experience in accounts receivable, credit control or a similar finance role.
* Confident communicator with strong attention to detail.
* Able to manage priorities, meet deadlines and work independently.
* Good Excel skills NetSuite experience would be a bonus.

Interested? Apply today to be considered for this 9-month Accounts Receivable opportunity
[email protected] / 07918 459 322

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Hybrid working role

Are you a qualified accountant looking for a role where your expertise can make a real impact?

We're seeking an experienced Finance Manager to lead a small finance team and play a key role in supporting the financial performance and long-term sustainability of a well-established charity in Exeter. Reporting to the Director of Finance, you'll oversee financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, controls and compliance, while partnering with senior stakeholders across the business. This position is to start ASAP so you will be available at 1 month's notice or less.

The Role

Lead, mentor and develop a small finance team.Deliver accurate and insightful monthly management accounts.Drive budgeting, forecasting and cash flow planning.Partner with managers and senior leaders to support decision-making.Maintain robust financial controls and ensure regulatory compliance.Manage year-end processes and external audit requirements.Identify opportunities to improve systems, processes and reporting.

About You

ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA or equivalent qualified.Proven experience in a finance management position.Strong management accounting, budgeting and forecasting skills.Previous experience leading and developing staff.Strong analytical ability and commercial awareness.Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on finance professional who wants to combine technical expertise with leadership in a values-driven organisation that makes a genuine difference to the community.

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

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Butler Rose is recruiting a management accountant for a well-established organisation in Newton Abbot on a fixed-term basis for 15 months. Reporting to the Head of Finance, you'll be responsible for delivering accurate management accounts, budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis and statutory reporting, while partnering with operational stakeholders to support business performance. This is a hybrid working role with 1-2 days required in the office each week and a flexible working environment.

Key responsibilities:

Production of monthly management accounts and commentaryBudgeting, forecasting and financial planningBalance sheet reconciliations, accruals and prepaymentsKPI and performance reportingYear-end accounts, audit and VAT supportFinancial business partnering across the organisationProcess improvement and financial controls

About you:

Fully qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA) or part-qualified / qualified by experienceStrong management accounting backgroundExcellent Excel and analytical skillsConfident communicating with non-finance stakeholdersProactive, organised and commercially minded

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a values-led organisation and contribute to a significant transformation project while working within a supportive and collaborative finance team.

If you are interested in this management accountant role in Newton Abbot, please contact Gareth Dagger at Butler Rose Accountancy & Finance Recruitment ASAP.

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