Total 4 job vacancies by Hays Specialist Recruitment

Qualified Business Partner - Construction
Temp to Perm for the ideal candidate
£400 - £600 day rate (dependent on level of experience)
Initially, 3 months, but could become permanent for the right candidate.
Hybrid (Initial weeks in the office)
37.5 hours a week. There may be extra hours due to workload.



Reporting to the Finance Director, the Finance Business Partner will be responsible for the day-to-day operation and control of the Operating Unit's (Contract to Cash/Project based) financial reporting processes, including the month-end process and preparation of the quarterly forecast. Working closely with the FD, the FBP will: attend and provide scrutiny in project review meetings, be a key conduit between the OU leadership and projects, and provide timely and accurate financial information in accordance with company policies and procedures.
What you'll do:

• Oversee the production of the monthly management accounts (Order to Gross Income & Cash) ensuring accurate and timely reporting for review with the Finance Director and Commercial Director.
• Review project monthly Cost and Value Reconciliations, ensuring concepts such as project revenue, margin (POCC and earned), WIP, accruals, prepayments, and provisions are recorded, compliant with policy and procedures, and reported accurately by projects.
• Attend monthly project review meetings and quarterly project forecasting and reporting meetings, applying your existing knowledge of contract accounting and commercial awareness to scrutinise project performance.
• Assist with the production of the OU's quarterly forecasting pack, working closely with the FD and CD to ensure that risks, opportunities, project profit-take, BMW, bell curve, and phasing are all appropriately reflected and in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Review monthly project balance sheets to ensure they accurately reflect the true project position (operationally and commercially) and that key risks and opportunities on each project are understood.
• Review project cash positions (including approval of project bank account cash transfers) with project accountants to ensure cash to gross income differences are understood and communicated to commercial and operations teams on site.
• Build and develop relationships with operational and commercial leads to the extent that you are seen as a trusted finance business partner that ensures accountability and ownership of financial forecasts and reports for each project.
• Lead and develop a team of 4 direct line reports.

What you'll bring to the role:

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, ACMA) with experience of leading teams, particularly within construction/infrastructure.
• Experienced in long-term contract accounting within construction/infrastructure.
• Awareness of NEC contracts and options, with an ability to challenge commercial terminology and assumptions.
• The ability to deputise for the OU FD at meetings/events in their absence.
• Understanding and experience of CVR's.
• Experience of liaising directly with internal and external auditors on project accounting matters.
• Experience of influencing the decision-making of senior stakeholders.
• Strong communication and analytical skills with attention to detail and capable of seeing the big picture.
• Strong Microsoft Excel and IT skills - experience of ERP (Oracle) is desirable.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to present to a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Qualified Business Partner - Construction
Temp to Perm for the ideal candidate
£400 - £600 day rate (dependent on level of experience)
Initially, 3 months, but could become permanent for the right candidate.
Hybrid (Initial weeks in the office)
47.5 hours a week. There may be extra hours due to workload.



Reporting to the Finance Director, the Finance Business Partner will be responsible for the day-to-day operation and control of the Operating Unit's (Contract to Cash/Project based) financial reporting processes, including the month-end process and preparation of the quarterly forecast. Working closely with the FD, the FBP will: attend and provide scrutiny in project review meetings, be a key conduit between the OU leadership and projects, and provide timely and accurate financial information in accordance with company policies and procedures.
What you'll do:

• Oversee the production of the monthly management accounts (Order to Gross Income & Cash) ensuring accurate and timely reporting for review with the Finance Director and Commercial Director.
• Review project monthly Cost and Value Reconciliations, ensuring concepts such as project revenue, margin (POCC and earned), WIP, accruals, prepayments, and provisions are recorded, compliant with policy and procedures, and reported accurately by projects.
• Attend monthly project review meetings and quarterly project forecasting and reporting meetings, applying your existing knowledge of contract accounting and commercial awareness to scrutinise project performance.
• Assist with the production of the OU's quarterly forecasting pack, working closely with the FD and CD to ensure that risks, opportunities, project profit-take, BMW, bell curve, and phasing are all appropriately reflected and in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Review monthly project balance sheets to ensure they accurately reflect the true project position (operationally and commercially) and that key risks and opportunities on each project are understood.
• Review project cash positions (including approval of project bank account cash transfers) with project accountants to ensure cash to gross income differences are understood and communicated to commercial and operations teams on site.
• Build and develop relationships with operational and commercial leads to the extent that you are seen as a trusted finance business partner that ensures accountability and ownership of financial forecasts and reports for each project.
• Lead and develop a team of 4 direct line reports.

What you'll bring to the role:

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, ACMA) with experience of leading teams, particularly within construction/infrastructure.
• Experienced in long-term contract accounting within construction/infrastructure.
• Awareness of NEC contracts and options, with an ability to challenge commercial terminology and assumptions.
• The ability to deputise for the OU FD at meetings/events in their absence.
• Understanding and experience of CVR's.
• Experience of liaising directly with internal and external auditors on project accounting matters.
• Experience of influencing the decision-making of senior stakeholders.
• Strong communication and analytical skills with attention to detail and capable of seeing the big picture.
• Strong Microsoft Excel and IT skills - experience of ERP (Oracle) is desirable.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to present to a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Your new company
Hays is working with a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation in the digital marketing sector, looking for an agile administrator to join the team. This client is committed to excellence and innovation, providing a supportive environment for professional growth.
Your new role
As a project administrator, you will work closely with the project manager, account manager, project buyers, and other team members to ensure the timely and accurate completion of project tasks and documentation.
You will be the go-to expert on internal system processes and requirements, ensuring all materials are completed correctly and on time. Your proactive approach will help anticipate and execute project details, supporting the larger team effort. You will also advise team members on necessary actions to complete project tasks, ensuring all documentation is thorough and timely.
Key Responsibilities:

• Create, update, and maintain spreadsheets, unfunded reports, and internal system documentation.
• Create and manage delivery notes, commercial invoices, and carton labels, including barcode labels using specialised software.
• Raise and revise orders using our OMS system (The Hub).
• Coordinate services as directed by the Team Buyer and Project Manager
• Maintain team minutes and create server project folders, ensuring accurate archiving.
• Attend weekly team meetings and maintain activity logs.
• Serve as the expert user of client online systems, supporting the team.
• Adjust and report stock levels for projects as needed.
• Book couriers and handle packing boxes.
• Manage internal logs and handle order confirmations, job close requests, job cost transfers, billing, and purchase orders.

What you'll need to succeed

• Proficiency in IT packages, including Microsoft Office, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
• Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail
• Adaptable, can work in a fast pace and high pressure environment
• Able to prioritise and manage time effectively
• Initiative to anticipate and complete tasks without extensive direction.
• The ability to multitask and work across various teams and project details simultaneously.
  
  What you'll get in return
• A supportive and innovative work environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Agile working after training period.
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Parking available

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Your new company
Hays is working with a local government organisation, looking for a temporary Housing Business Support Assistant to join the team.
Your new role
As a Business support Assistant, you will provide proactive and high-quality administrative support across all teams.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Responding to internal and external communications within set deadlines.
• Acting as the first point of contact for general and tenant enquiries.
• Creating and updating housing register applications.
• Taking telephone payments for various charges.
• Raising purchase orders and processing payment requests.
• Processing data related to housing management functions.
• Scanning, indexing, and distributing housing-related documents.
• Handling post and inbox duties.
• Monitoring and ordering stationery and cleaning supplies for Supported Housing stock.

What you'll need to succeed

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office packages
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for dealing with both internal and external customers,
• Use your initiative to handle enquiries and solve problems.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Initiative and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in administrative support and data processing.
• Ability to work both independently and within a team

What you'll get in return

• 3-month assignment with room for extension
• Hourly pay rate of £12.18.
• 30 hours per week over 4 days.
• Hybrid working model after initial office-based training (1-2 days in the office).

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk