Recruitment Direct

Assistant Management Accountant We are recruiting on behalf of a leading UK grower and importer within the food sector for an Assistant Management Accountant. This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-paced finance team supporting the business's continued growth. The Assistant Management Accountant will play a key role in supporting the month-end process, producing accurate financial information, and contributing to the wider finance function. What you can expect: Working hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am 5pm Salary: Circa £30,000 per annum, depending on experience Annual leave: 33 days holiday including bank holidays Employee Assistance Programme Growth opportunities within a supportive and professional environment What you will be doing: Preparing and posting monthly journals and reconciling back to the general ledger Assisting in the timely production of draft monthly management accounts Reconciling balance sheet items, including accruals and prepayments Conducting detailed analysis and variance reporting against budgets and prior years Supporting purchase ledger and sales ledger processes as required Taking part in ad-hoc projects and providing wider departmental support What we are looking for: A minimum of one year s experience in a similar finance or accounts role Strong Microsoft Excel skills with the ability to analyse and manipulate data effectively A desire to develop professionally and support the improvement of internal processes High attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and timeliness A collaborative approach, with strong communication and interpersonal skills A proactive attitude and ability to adapt within a busy working environment Recruitment Direct are working as an employment business in relation to this vacancy, you must be able to prove your legal right to work in the UK to apply

Operating within the produce sector, our client is seeking a Commercial Account Manager on a Full time, Permanent basis. This role offers the opportunity to take full ownership of key customer accounts while driving commercial performance. The position will suit an individual with strong customer relationship management skills, commercial acumen, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. What You Can Expect Competitive salary disclosed on application Full time, Permanent basis Monday Friday Office hours, onsite in rural Herefordshire with a requirement for flexibility in line with business needs - one weekend in three for management cover - remotely A customer-facing role with full responsibility for managing and developing key accounts- routine Travel will be a requirement Working closely with senior stakeholders to achieve budgeted commercial performance. Exposure to a fast-moving and dynamic produce environment. The opportunity to build trusted, long-term relationships with retail and commercial partners. A culture that values resilience, openness, and ethical practices. What You Will Be Doing Managing and overseeing key customer accounts, including monitoring supply performance against budgets and KPIs. Developing and maintaining strong, productive relationships with customers while instilling confidence in the supply partnership. Managing all elements of pricing, complaints, and query resolution. Ensuring customer requests (promotions, delivery schedules, specifications, amendments, labelling etc.) are actioned efficiently and accurately. Communicating effectively with internal teams to ensure seamless service delivery. Preparing internal and external reports and presentations as required. Supporting the formulation of the annual commercial budget. Ensuring compliance with company policies, statutory rules, and procedures. What We Are Looking For Strong experience in managing key customer accounts, ideally within produce, food, or FMCG. Proven commercial focus with the ability to deliver against targets and budgets. Excellent communication and negotiation skills with the confidence to influence at all levels. Strong interpersonal skills with a professional and persuasive manner. Ability to build trust and credibility with both customers and internal teams. Good business sense with experience in reporting, budgeting, and commercial decision-making. Previous experience in the produce sector is highly advantageous. Recruitment Direct are working as an employment business in relation to this vacancy, you must be able to prove your legal right to work in the UK to apply