Talent Guardian

Based in Poole, Dorset. Experience with Sage 200 Monday to Friday We're partnering with a fast-growing lifestyle and retail brand based in Poole to find a proactive and detail-oriented Credit Controller to join their friendly finance team on a full time, permanent basis. This is a key role within the business, responsible for maintaining healthy cash flow and building strong relationships with customers and internal stakeholders. If you're someone who enjoys solving problems, staying organised, and taking ownership of the credit control process, this could be a great next step in your career. Key Responsibilities: Manage the full credit control process, including chasing outstanding payments via phone and email Allocate payments accurately and maintain up-to-date customer accounts Monitor aged debt and proactively follow up on overdue invoices Liaise with sales and customer service teams to resolve queries and disputes Prepare and distribute monthly statements and debt reports Maintain accurate records in line with internal procedures and audit requirements Support wider finance team with general accounts receivable tasks when required What We're Looking For: Previous experience in a credit control or accounts receivable role Strong communication skills and a professional, customer-focused approach Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail Confident using finance/accounting systems and Excel (sage 200) Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a small, hands-on team A positive, proactive mindset and a willingness to continuously improve processes What's on Offer: Competitive salary + benefits 20 days holiday + bank holidays (rising with service) Generous staff discount and annual product allowance On-site parking and relaxed office environment Early Friday finishes during the summer months

ACCA CIMA ACA Commercial Finance Manager Twickenham, London £70,000 - £80,000 + 10% bonus + benefits Talent Guardian is exclusively partnering with a leading FMCG powerhouse to recruit a Commercial Finance Manager into a newly created, high-profile role. This is an exciting opportunity to step into a progressive position with direct impact on a £200M+ P&L, driving strategic decision-making in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.The Role As Commercial Finance Manager, you'll be at the heart of shaping commercial strategy. Acting as a true business partner, you'll own customer profitability, lead high-value tender processes, and unlock efficiencies through financial insight, innovation, and technology. Key Responsibilities: Leading end-to-end tender processes - from commercial critique and NEC analysis through to go-live and post-implementation audits. Driving accuracy and insight in monthly revenue reporting (accruals, reconciliations, variance analysis, P&L ownership). Partnering with invoicing and audit teams to strengthen cost controls and ensure compliance. Taking full ownership of customer profitability after six months, analysing variances and influencing commercial decisions. Enhancing pricing, costing, and revenue strategies to maximise growth. Embedding automation and AI tools to modernise reporting, reduce manual effort, and elevate finance as a strategic driver. Collaborating cross-functionally with commercial, operations, and regional finance teams to challenge performance and identify growth opportunities. You'll bring: ACCA / CIMA / ACA qualification (or equivalent). Proven experience in FMCG or another high-volume, fast-moving sector. Strong financial and commercial skills across tendering, revenue recognition, and forecasting. Confidence in challenging stakeholders and influencing strategic decisions. Agility to adapt to changing markets, re-forecasting and problem-solving at pace. Ambition to step into leadership, with a future remit across costing, pricing, and AR cash audit teams. The Team & Structure Reports to: Head of Finance Current Team: 6 (with planned growth) Stakeholders: Regional and national finance, operations, and commercial leadership Why Join? A newly created role with clear progression into leadership High visibility across senior stakeholders and strategic projects Involvement in multi-million-pound tenders and commercial deals Opportunity to drive digital transformation and shape the finance function of the future Be a pivotal voice in developing a customer-first, data-driven strategy