Nxtgen Recruitment

NXTGEN are working with a fantastic organisation based in South Cambridge to recruit a Financial Controller. The organisation have ambitious growth plans within their UK markets and this role will play a key role in designing the financial strategy to ensure the business meets these objectives. As Financial Controller, you will lead a small but dedicated accounts team, remaining hands on with the delivery of the month end management accounts and financial statements. You will have sole responsibility for the commercial and operational financial planning, using a range of complex financial models to understand contract performance and margins, working with the sales teams to maximise business opportunities. The Financial Controller will also be expected to review current reporting process as well as manage changes advised by the parent company based in Europe. This is a high profile position with exposure to an overseas Group CFO as well as the UK MD of this exciting business. Key responsibilities of the role will include: Play an active role in setting the financial strategy for individual business units, driving them towards key financial objectives Track performance vs plan for business units, identifying trends and opportunities to increase profitability Preparation of financial statements under IFRS before consolidating into group Business partner closely with the sales and commercial teams, reviewing contract agreements and product costing to maximise return Work closely with project teams to track performance, influencing key strategic decisions Constantly review reporting processes and ERP systems, identifying improvements as required The successful candidate will ideally be a fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent) with prior experience leading a small accounts function. You will be an effective senior management team member, with excellent communication skills and the ability to influence high level decisions. Prior experience using SAP is highly desirable and candidates will need to be confident building financial models within Excel. You will be passionate about continuous improvement, always looking for opportunities to create efficiencies within the reporting processes. This role combines both technical and commercial finance skills and as such candidates will need to be comfortable with a broad and all encompassing leadership role. Salary: 70k - 75k, depending on experience.

NXTGEN are supporting a high-profile public sector organisation in their search for an Interim Head of Financial Reporting for an initial 6-month assignment (inside IR35). This is a pivotal role within a newly created subsidiary of a complex group, where you will take full ownership of the financial reporting process, embedding robust controls to meet external regulatory requirements. As Interim Head of Financial Reporting, you will lead the preparation of statutory financial statements under IFRS and draft technical papers for the Executive team. You will also collaborate with the Group Tax function and external auditors at year-end to ensure timely delivery of all submissions. Acting as the technical expert across the business, you will provide guidance to the wider finance team on IFRS and regulatory matters. Key responsibilities within the role will include: Designing financial reporting and control processes for a new subsidiary, ensuring regulatory compliance Preparing statutory financial statements and disclosures under IFRS Supporting the delivery of consolidated group reporting with senior stakeholders Partnering with the Group Tax Manager to align reporting with tax computations and considerations Leading the delivery of all external financial reporting requirements Identifying gaps or risks in financial controls and implementing improvements The successful candidate will be a fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA or equivalent) with a proven background in technical financial reporting and IFRS. Experience of managing reporting teams in large corporate or complex group structures is essential, while prior exposure to the public sector, third sector, government bodies or housing is highly desirable. The role is a hybrid position and candidates will need to commit to working in the office up to 3 days p/week. This role requires someone available at short notice, subject to satisfactory completion of basic security checks. Candidates must have full right to work in the UK as visa sponsorship is unavailable.

NXTGEN are supporting a high-profile public sector organisation in their search for an Interim Head of Financial Reporting for an initial 6-month assignment (inside IR35). This is a pivotal role within a newly created subsidiary of a complex group, where you will take full ownership of the financial reporting process, embedding robust controls to meet external regulatory requirements. As Interim Head of Financial Reporting, you will lead the preparation of statutory financial statements under IFRS and draft technical papers for the Executive team. You will also collaborate with the Group Tax function and external auditors at year-end to ensure timely delivery of all submissions. Acting as the technical expert across the business, you will provide guidance to the wider finance team on IFRS and regulatory matters. Key responsibilities within the role will include: Designing financial reporting and control processes for a new subsidiary, ensuring regulatory compliance Preparing statutory financial statements and disclosures under IFRS Supporting the delivery of consolidated group reporting with senior stakeholders Partnering with the Group Tax Manager to align reporting with tax computations and considerations Leading the delivery of all external financial reporting requirements Identifying gaps or risks in financial controls and implementing improvements The successful candidate will be a fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA or equivalent) with a proven background in technical financial reporting and IFRS. Experience of managing reporting teams in large corporate or complex group structures is essential, while prior exposure to the public sector, third sector, government bodies or housing is highly desirable. The role is a hybrid position and candidates will need to commit to working in the office up to 3 days p/week. This role requires someone available at short notice, subject to satisfactory completion of basic security checks. Candidates must have full right to work in the UK as visa sponsorship is unavailable.

NXTGEN is excited to be working closely with a highly regarded accountancy firm in Bury St Edmunds to recruit a Cloud Bookkeeper. This is a truly unique opportunity to join a brand-new team in a brand-new role, giving you the opportunity for a role to be shaped around you. Whether you're looking for full-time, part-time, school hours, or hybrid working, the flexibility is there to fit your lifestyle. If you're a passionate Bookkeeper and enjoy building client relationships, improving processes through systems and tech, and delivering high-quality bookkeeping for an interesting mix of clients, this role could be the perfect next step. You'll be working 1:1 with an experienced and down-to-earth Manager, supporting both existing and new local clients. This is no ordinary bookkeeping role - as the second person in the Cloud Accounting team, you'll have the opportunity to grow with the team, climb the ladder, attend events to showcase the teams services, and be a key figure in its future success. Key Responsibilities: Act as the go-to person for clients, answering queries and providing hands-on support. Take ownership of clients' bookkeeping needs, ensuring accuracy and efficiency. Support with new system implementations, helping clients get the best from their software. Build strong relationships with a portfolio of local clients, delivering excellent service. Play an active role in developing and growing the Cloud Accounting team. What We're Looking For: Previous experience in a bookkeeping or accountancy practice role. Strong knowledge of cloud accounting systems such as Xero, QuickBooks, or Dext. A passion for technology and process improvements. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a client-focused approach. Ambition to grow with the role and take on more responsibility as the team expands. If you're looking for something different, this Cloud Bookkeeper role is role where you can truly make an impact, develop your career, and be part of an exciting new journey, and if you're interested to know more, please do not hesitate to reach out to find out more details. Salary is dependent on experience.

NXTGEN is proud to be partnering exclusively with a firm in Bury St Edmunds to recruit an Audit Senior into their close knit but growing team. This isn't your average Audit role, this is a unique chance to join a firm and office experiencing exciting and strategic growth, with a leadership team that's investing heavily in building something different. With ambitious plans to grow their Audit presence across locally, you'll be instrumental in shaping the team's future, working alongside some of the most experienced and genuinely supportive professionals in the market. What makes this Audit Senior role stand out is the firm's refreshing, forward-thinking mindset. Within the last year, they've welcomed dynamic and ambitious Audit professionals who are already driving meaningful change across the business which you'll support. Within the Audit team, you'll be working alongside high-calibre individuals who are passionate about continuous improvement, and you'll have a real voice in shaping how the team moves forward. This is the perfect opportunity for an Audit Senior who wants more than just ticking boxes. So, if you're looking to be part of something growing, collaborative, and built around high performance without the corporate environment, this could be a perfect opportunity for you. Key Responsibilities: Lead and deliver audit assignments for a varied and growing client portfolio, spanning a range of industries. Plan, execute and finalise audits, ensuring compliance and adding real value to clients. Work closely regularly with the Accounts team providing support when required. Mentor and support junior team members, playing a key part in developing future talent. Review financial statements and audit files, ensuring high standards and technical accuracy. Identify areas for improvement and provide clients with forward-thinking recommendations. What this client is looking for: ACA/ACCA qualified or part-qualified, with solid audit experience in practice. A proactive, hands-on approach to audit, with a passion for delivering quality. Excellent knowledge of UK audit and accounting standards. Strong communication skills with a natural ability to build lasting client relationships. Confidence with audit software and Excel. If you're an Audit Senior looking for something different, innovative, and genuinely exciting or someone who's ready to make this step up, this could be the perfect next step for you. This Audit Senior Opportunity offers the right person a clear progression pathway, a brilliant team culture, 121 support from a hands-on Director (who is lovely!) and the chance to make a real impact. For more information, or to explore whether this could be the right fit for your ambitions, please get in touch with Annie today. Salary dependent on experience.

NXTGEN is thrilled to be partnering with a highly successful and growing accountancy firm based in their Bury St Edmunds office to recruit a new Corporate Tax Manager. This is not your average tax role, it's a rare and exciting opportunity to join a firm during what is a truly transformative period for them. If you're looking for a role where you can make your mark, shape a team, and progress towards Director or even Partnership, this is definitely one to explore further. This is a unique position that combines the excitement of building something special with the stability of workload support from the firm's Head Office. You'll have the freedom to grow a Corporate Tax function that reflects your own vision and values, while working alongside a senior leadership team (some of whom have been on a similar and successful journey) who will actively support your ideas and long-term career ambitions. You'll be joining a firm that's already achieved significant success across other service lines, and this role provides the same platform to build something exceptional, both professionally and personally. The position can be shaped around your strengths and career goals, offering a combination of leadership, compliance, advisory, and business development. Having placed a number of individuals from Trainee through to Director level, we know first-hand that this is an office where you'll feel a genuine sense of community and be part of something special. Key Responsibilities: Manage a portfolio of Corporate Tax clients, providing high-quality compliance and advisory services Deliver strategic tax advice to owner-managed businesses and larger corporates Identify and convert new business opportunities in the local market, with support from the wider firm Collaborate closely with Partners and other department heads to cross-sell services and enhance client relationships Build, train, and develop a team of tax professionals as the Corporate Tax function grows Play a key part in shaping the long-term Corporate Tax strategy for the Bury St Edmunds office What Our Client Is Looking For: CTA qualified (or equivalent), with significant recent experience in a practice environment Strong technical expertise across both Corporate Tax compliance and advisory Proven track record of developing client relationships and identifying new business opportunities A natural leader who is excited by the opportunity to build and develop a team This Corporate Tax Manager role is unlike anything else on the market currently. It's a fantastic opportunity to shape the future of a growing office and play a pivotal role in the evolution of their Corporate Tax offering. Whether you're an established Manager ready for a new challenge, or an experienced and commercially minded Assistant Manager ready to step up, this could be the perfect next move. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and want to be part of something exciting, contact Annie today to find out more about this fantastic Corporate Tax Manager opportunity in Bury St Edmunds.

NXTGEN are pleased to be supporting a very well know local brand who seek an experienced Purchase Ledger Clerk. You will be joining the business at a crucial time and will play a key role in maintaining the Purchase ledger function along with providing support to the credit controller function. You will be responsible for dealing with company invoices and play a pivotal role in maintaining relationships with some of the business biggest suppliers. As a brand, the business has grown from strength to strength. Main Duties: Raise internal journals and document reversals Creating new suppliers accounts Investigating and resolving purchase ledger queries as required Entering of supplier invoices in a prompt and timely manner Producing month end BACS reports Reconciling supplier statements to supplier ledger accounts Processing employee expense claims Processing credit card statements As a Purchase Ledger clerk, you will play an integral role in the day-to-day processes of the finance team. This is a fast-paced environment meaning my client is seeking someone who is able to work well under pressure. You will be working as part of a team and although you must display an ability to get on an individual basis also. Prior experience in a purchase ledger position is essential. This is a very hands-on role, and you will need to be organised and efficient in your work. If you are immediately available, then please get in touch to discuss the role further. Salary 24,000 - 26,000 depending on experience.