123 Finance Specialist jobs in the United Kingdom
Finance Specialist
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Could you be the person who brings energy, expertise, and innovation to a fast-paced financial environment?
If youre someone who thrives in a dynamic financial environment, enjoys working collaboratively with a range of stakeholders, and has a passion for delivering high-quality financial support and advice, then this role could be the perfect fit for you.
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Workday Finance Specialist - London
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Workday Financial Specialist
Rate - 800 (A day)
Duration - 12 Months (Initially)
Location - London (Hybrid)
IR35 - Inside (Must use an umbrella company)
Key responsibilities
- Collaborating with finance SMEs, HR, operations, and IT stakeholders to understand needs and challenges
- Translating business requirements into prioritised product backlog items
- Defining user stories, testing, acceptance criteria, and product specifications with the development team
- Managing a clear and up-to-date product backlog
- Owning the long-term product roadmap and strategic direction
- Improving Workday Financials and other systems through user research and data analysis
- Own and deliver system engagement plan, ensuring training materials in respect of financial systems are developed and kept up to date and delivering training to end users.
- Identifying automation opportunities in current business processes
- Monitoring and reporting on process efficiency and data quality
- Championing improvements to self-serve reporting and dashboarding
- Fostering a collaborative and agile product team environment
- Implementing small change and records management
To be considered for this role, you'll need to show us that you've got the skills and capabilities. You'll have to meet the following minimum criteria:
Minimum Criteria
- Extensive experience as a super user in Workday Financials, with exposure to other finance platforms is necessary
- Strong understanding of financial systems and processes.
- Proven track record of delivering projects on time and within budget.
- Excellent interpersonal skills for engaging with both technical and non-technical individuals.
Desirable Criteria
We would also like you to have the following skills:
- Strategic thinker with a big picture perspective for systems and processes
- Excellent analytical and problem solving skills, with experience in structuring and manipulating large datasets
- Good understanding of the wider market, latest trends and challenges
Workday Finance Specialist - London
Posted 3 days ago
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Workday Financial Specialist
Rate - 800 (A day)
Duration - 12 Months (Initially)
Location - London (Hybrid)
IR35 - Inside (Must use an umbrella company)
Key responsibilities
- Collaborating with finance SMEs, HR, operations, and IT stakeholders to understand needs and challenges
- Translating business requirements into prioritised product backlog items
- Defining user stories, testing, acceptance criteria, and product specifications with the development team
- Managing a clear and up-to-date product backlog
- Owning the long-term product roadmap and strategic direction
- Improving Workday Financials and other systems through user research and data analysis
- Own and deliver system engagement plan, ensuring training materials in respect of financial systems are developed and kept up to date and delivering training to end users.
- Identifying automation opportunities in current business processes
- Monitoring and reporting on process efficiency and data quality
- Championing improvements to self-serve reporting and dashboarding
- Fostering a collaborative and agile product team environment
- Implementing small change and records management
To be considered for this role, you'll need to show us that you've got the skills and capabilities. You'll have to meet the following minimum criteria:
Minimum Criteria
- Extensive experience as a super user in Workday Financials, with exposure to other finance platforms is necessary
- Strong understanding of financial systems and processes.
- Proven track record of delivering projects on time and within budget.
- Excellent interpersonal skills for engaging with both technical and non-technical individuals.
Desirable Criteria
We would also like you to have the following skills:
- Strategic thinker with a big picture perspective for systems and processes
- Excellent analytical and problem solving skills, with experience in structuring and manipulating large datasets
- Good understanding of the wider market, latest trends and challenges
Lead Finance Specialist - Manufacturing Operations
Posted 9 days ago
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We are actively recruiting for a Supply Chain Finance Business Partner to join our Power Distribution & Controls (PD&C) Supply Chain Finance team.
This role will be pivotal in supporting the Supply Chain Finance Leader to support the Cheltenham Supply Chain and wider business as required.
Your objective will be to drive optimal performance (cost, fulfilment, quality and cash) and profitability through Supply Chain and utilise your experience and knowledge to provide recommendations to support with internal and external challenges, problem solve, standardise and improve processes relating to Supply Chain related areas including shop costs, inventory and capital expenditure.
GE Aerospace is a global leader in jet engines, components, and integrated systems for commercial, military, business, and general aviation.
The Cheltenham facility specialises in advanced aircraft power distribution and avionics systems. It supports design, development, manufacturing, and aftermarket services for leading aerospace manufacturers in civilian and military sectors.
Employees in Cheltenham collaborate on complex projects with international clients, contributing to the development of cutting-edge aircraft systems that shape the future of aviation
**Job Description**
**Essential Responsibilities:**
+ Lead the standard work and rhythms for capital expenditure planning and execution for the Site, as well as identifying and implementing process improvements.
+ Utilise GE Aerospace's FLIGHT DECK operating model to standardise processes, problem solve and ensure alignment with lean principles and practices.
+ Work closely with our Government Accounting and Accounting Controllership teams to ensure proper controls and processes are in place for Supply Chain related financials.
+ Support with planning, forecasting, reporting and problem solving for Cheltenham Supply Chain related targets including applied hours, expenses, productivity and inventory.
+ May lead small projects, delegating to team members, reporting progress and quantifying impact.
+ Support and coach less experienced team members.
**Qualifications/Requirements:**
+ Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college.
+ Accountancy qualification CIMA/ACA/ACCA or equivalent preferred.
+ Significant experience Finance within a highly regulated manufacturing operations business (e.g. aerospace and automotive).
+ Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
+ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
+ Demonstrated process improvement capability in a transactional environment.
+ Comfortable presenting to, challenging and influencing at all levels.
**Flexible Working**
GE supports and encourages flexible working arrangements, where possible, and recognises the benefits to employees of having a positive work-life balance.
**Total Reward**
At GE Aerospace we understand the importance of Total Reward. Our flexible benefits plan, called FlexChoice, gives you freedom, choice and flexibility in the way you receive your benefits, as well as giving you the opportunity to make savings where possible.
As a new joiner to GE we are pleased to be able to offer you the following as default in your benefit fund, which you then can tailor to meet your individual needs;
+ Pension
+ Bonus
+ Life Assurance
+ Group income protection
+ Private medical cover
**Security Clearance**
Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance is required and must be maintained for this role. Please note that in the event that BPSS clearance cannot be obtained, you may not be eligible for the role and/or any offer of employment may be withdrawn on grounds of national security. Please see the link below for further details regarding the requirements for BPSS clearance: BPSS ( to Work**
Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, under the applicable UK immigration rules as may be in place from time to time, it may be that candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled candidate who does not require sponsorship is available to take up the post. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website. ( Information**
**Relocation Assistance Provided:** No
GE Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
FX Trading & Fund Finance Specialist
Posted 7 days ago
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Attribution Search are currently seeking a highly skilled FX Hedging & Fund Finance Specialist to join the treasury function of a leading alternative credit investment platform on a minimum one year’s FTC. This is a unique opportunity to become a key member of a high-impact team, managing FX risk and fund finance strategy across a diverse portfolio of credit funds.
The successful candidate will play a central role in executing and evolving the FX hedging strategy, as well as negotiating and managing credit facility structures across both open- and closed-ended funds.
Key Responsibilities:
FX Hedging / Trading
- Develop and implement FX hedging strategies across multiple asset classes
- Execute day-to-day FX trading, monitor hedge ratios, and manage rolling cycles
- Maintain and strengthen relationships with a panel of ~20 global FX counterparties
- Provide insights to investment teams and collaborate across treasury, operations, and IR
- Drive continuous improvement through automation and strategic projects
- Assist with ISDA/CSA negotiation and onboarding for new funds/counterparties
Fund Finance
- Lead negotiations on subscription lines, NAV-based lending, and asset-backed facilities
- Partner with legal, fund structuring, and PMs to tailor funding solutions for new and existing strategies
- Monitor utilisation, costs, and wallet share metrics across the firm’s finance facilities
- Stay abreast of market developments to ensure optimal financing performance
Experience required:
- 5+ years’ in FX coverage or fund finance roles within private markets, the sell side, or an FX advisory firm
- Deep understanding of FX derivatives: forwards, swaps, futures, options; knowledge of interest rate products a plus
- Strong analytical skills and high attention to detail
- Proficiency in Excel (coding a plus), Bloomberg, FXall; experience with Allvue and Validus advantageous
- Excellent interpersonal skills and confidence working with senior stakeholders (PMs, Legal, Ops, etc.)
- Familiarity with repo/GMRA structures a plus
FX Trading & Fund Finance Specialist
Posted 7 days ago
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Attribution Search are currently seeking a highly skilled FX Hedging & Fund Finance Specialist to join the treasury function of a leading alternative credit investment platform on a minimum one year’s FTC. This is a unique opportunity to become a key member of a high-impact team, managing FX risk and fund finance strategy across a diverse portfolio of credit funds.
The successful candidate will play a central role in executing and evolving the FX hedging strategy, as well as negotiating and managing credit facility structures across both open- and closed-ended funds.
Key Responsibilities:
FX Hedging / Trading
- Develop and implement FX hedging strategies across multiple asset classes
- Execute day-to-day FX trading, monitor hedge ratios, and manage rolling cycles
- Maintain and strengthen relationships with a panel of ~20 global FX counterparties
- Provide insights to investment teams and collaborate across treasury, operations, and IR
- Drive continuous improvement through automation and strategic projects
- Assist with ISDA/CSA negotiation and onboarding for new funds/counterparties
Fund Finance
- Lead negotiations on subscription lines, NAV-based lending, and asset-backed facilities
- Partner with legal, fund structuring, and PMs to tailor funding solutions for new and existing strategies
- Monitor utilisation, costs, and wallet share metrics across the firm’s finance facilities
- Stay abreast of market developments to ensure optimal financing performance
Experience required:
- 5+ years’ in FX coverage or fund finance roles within private markets, the sell side, or an FX advisory firm
- Deep understanding of FX derivatives: forwards, swaps, futures, options; knowledge of interest rate products a plus
- Strong analytical skills and high attention to detail
- Proficiency in Excel (coding a plus), Bloomberg, FXall; experience with Allvue and Validus advantageous
- Excellent interpersonal skills and confidence working with senior stakeholders (PMs, Legal, Ops, etc.)
- Familiarity with repo/GMRA structures a plus
UK & Ireland Lead Finance Specialist - Statutory
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Become part of a winning team and help to deliver the Green Energy transition.
The Lead Statutory Specialist is responsible for providing statutory ownership and guidance to the finance and non-finance teams for the UK & Ireland Region.
This will include the active involvement in financial reporting of the company, the implementation of its policies and internal controls and leading audit requirements.
In this position, you will report to the UK & Ireland Statutory Leader and will work closely with the rest of the Region Controllership team to ensure we meet our key controllership objectives.
In this role you will use your experience and expertise to solve problems, execute objectives for self and others, and impact short-term and some long-term business goals.
You will be responsible for effectively executing the statutory activities for all legal entities within the region, as well as overseeing the execution of the statutory organisation deliverables.
We are expecting you to lead actions and provide resolutions. We also expect you to be able to work under pressure and adhere to tight deadlines at times to ensure the objectives of the organisation are met.
**Job Description**
**Roles and Responsibilities (but are not limited to):**
**Audit requirements**
+ Lead the preparation and timely submission of statutory financial statements, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with local regulations and corporate policies.
+ Lead deep-dive analysis and drive reduction of legal entity-level Stat-to-GAAP (S2G) reconciling items, ensuring alignment with corporate policies and simplification goals.
+ Coordinate all deliverables with the relevant owners & responsible parties to ensure documentation is provided to high quality and on time.
+ Look for opportunities to improve the audit process, including identifying opportunities to reduce stat to GAAP adjustments by addressing the root cause.
+ Support the compilation of local supplementary statistical filings.
**Technical controllership:**
+ Ensure compliance with GE policies. Facilitate implementations of new rules and new tools impacting finance reporting.
+ Review processes to improve overall efficiency, particularly LEAN simplification initiatives.
+ Collaborate with the Vernova Hub and Genpact teams to ensure the compliance, integrity of the accounts, and harmonisation of the accounting treatment.
**Qualifications:**
+ A degree in accounting or finance and/or a recognised accounting qualification.
+ Advanced and demonstrated years of experience in auditing, accounting, or financial reporting.
+ Advanced and demonstrated years of managing statutory audits / project management experience.
+ Demonstrated proficiency of accounting principles (IFRS / GAAP / local accounting standards and legal requirements).
+ Must be fluent in English.
+ Highly proficient use of MS Office, SAP experience preferable.
**Desired Characteristics:**
+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
+ Established project management skills, ability to execute according to timelines.
+ Excellent analytical skills - able to link financial results to operational performance drivers.
+ Adaptable / Flexible - being open to change in response to new information, different or unexpected circumstances, and/or to work in ambiguous situations.
+ Integrity - accepting and adhering to high moral, ethical, and personal values in decisions, communications, actions and when dealing with others.
+ Someone who is proactive and determined, committed to delivering high-quality work.
**About Us:**
GE Vernova is a world leader in the energy solutions market with a portfolio of energy businesses across the globe. Grid Solutions provides equipment, systems, and services to bring power reliably and efficiently from the point of generation to end power consumers. We electrify the world with advanced grid technologies and accelerate the energy transition - and we want you to be part of that change and enjoy imagination at work.
If you are ready to make a difference and usher in a new era of clean, reliable energy, come join us.
At GE Vernova - Grid Automation, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of energy. We offer a collaborative environment where your expertise will be valued, and your contributions will make a tangible impact. Join us and be part of a team that is driving innovation and excellence in control systems.
**About** **GEV** **Grid Solutions:**
At GEV Grid Solutions we are electrifying the world with advanced grid technologies. As leaders in the energy space our goal is to accelerate the transition for a more energy efficient grid to full fill the needs of tomorrow. With a focus on growth and sustainability GE Grid Solutions plays a pivotable role in integrating Renewables onto the grid to drive to carbon neutral. In Grid Solutions we help enable the transition for a greener more reliable Grid. GE Grid Solutions has the most advanced and comprehensive product and solutions portfolio within the energy sector.
**Why we come to work:**
At GEV, our engineers are always up for the challenge - and we're always driven to find the best solution. Our projects are unique and interesting, and you'll need to bring a solution-focused, positive approach to each one to do your best. Surrounded by committed, loyal colleagues, if you can dare to bring your ingenuity and desire to make an impact, you'll be exposed to game-changing, diverse projects that truly allow you to play your part in the energy transition.
**What we offer:**
A key role in a dynamic, international working environment with a large degree of flexibility of work agreements
Competitive benefits, and great development opportunities - including private health insurance.
**Additional Information**
**Relocation Assistance Provided:** No
GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
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Finance Reporting Specialist
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Sewell Wallis is recruiting for a permanent, full-time, experienced Finance Reporting Specialist for a thriving organisation based in Bradford, who provide services across the Yorkshire region.
This West Yorkshire business is looking for an experienced Finance Reporting Specialist to join the team at their head office in Bradford. This is a brilliant opportunity for a forward-thinking individual who is looking for a role where they can make a difference.
What will you be doing?
- Building reports to track key performance metrics and highlight trends.
- Spotting what's needed in reports and sharing useful commentary with management.
- Using report analysis to find and drive process or system improvements, while keeping in mind how changes affect Procure to Pay and other teams.
- Completing payment performance reports and making sure they're accurate and on time.
- Looking at report data and sharing insights with management to help spot future improvement opportunities.
What skills are we looking for?
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, coupled with an ability to use a variety of communication styles and tools to deliver a desired outcome.
- Comprehensive understanding of SAP S/4 Hana and advanced understanding of the use of the Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel.
- Strong background in improving processes.
- Experience with Power BI or similar tools.
What's on offer?
- Hybrid working
- Attractive pension scheme
- Generous holiday package
- Fantastic team culture.
- A great benefits package including various health care initiatives.
If you are interested, please contact Suliman Mahmood.
To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Finance Reporting Specialist
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Sewell Wallis is recruiting for a permanent, full-time, experienced Finance Reporting Specialist for a thriving organisation based in Bradford, who provide services across the Yorkshire region.
This West Yorkshire business is looking for an experienced Finance Reporting Specialist to join the team at their head office in Bradford. This is a brilliant opportunity for a forward-thinking individual who is looking for a role where they can make a difference.
What will you be doing?
- Building reports to track key performance metrics and highlight trends.
- Spotting what's needed in reports and sharing useful commentary with management.
- Using report analysis to find and drive process or system improvements, while keeping in mind how changes affect Procure to Pay and other teams.
- Completing payment performance reports and making sure they're accurate and on time.
- Looking at report data and sharing insights with management to help spot future improvement opportunities.
What skills are we looking for?
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, coupled with an ability to use a variety of communication styles and tools to deliver a desired outcome.
- Comprehensive understanding of SAP S/4 Hana and advanced understanding of the use of the Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel.
- Strong background in improving processes.
- Experience with Power BI or similar tools.
What's on offer?
- Hybrid working
- Attractive pension scheme
- Generous holiday package
- Fantastic team culture.
- A great benefits package including various health care initiatives.
If you are interested, please contact Suliman Mahmood.
To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Sustainable Finance Implementation Specialist
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Job Title: Sustainable Finance Implementation Specialist
Location: London – 1 Churchill Place (Hybrid Working)
Contract: 6 Months
Hours: 9 AM – 5 PM
Contract Type: PAYE Only
Overall Purpose of the Role
Barclays is seeking an experienced Sustainable Finance specialist to join a cross-functional, firm-wide programme focused on enhancing the implementation of its Sustainable and Transition Finance Frameworks (SFF 4.2) and other subsidiary frameworks. This is a highly technical, project-based role requiring deep sectoral and product knowledge, as well as experience in framework design and implementation in global financial institutions.
The successful candidate will play a key role in developing internal guidance for business lines, enhancing transaction screening tools, and supporting post-trade monitoring approaches, contributing to the delivery of Barclays’ long-term sustainable finance commitments.
Key Responsibilities
Framework Implementation Support:
Enhance internal Sustainable Finance Framework implementation guidance across business lines and product groups.
Work closely with business and control functions to ensure frameworks are practical, scalable, and embedded into transaction processes.
Transaction Assessment & Monitoring:
Review and improve transaction screening and assessment tools used to evaluate product and client eligibility.
Develop post-trade monitoring processes, escalation triggers, and business-specific guidance for use across Banking and Markets divisions.
Technical Analysis & Advisory:
Provide subject-matter expertise to ensure alignment with global sustainability standards, frameworks, and evolving market practices.
Support the development of escalation pathways, review protocols, and quality assurance practices around sustainable finance transactions.
Stakeholder Engagement:
Collaborate with product, legal, compliance, and sustainability teams to align on best practices and implementation milestones.
Communicate technical enhancements to senior stakeholders and business leads.
Documentation & Guidance Development:
Assist in drafting detailed implementation guidance and internal control documentation to support the roll-out of updated frameworks.
Skills & Experience Required
Essential:
Strong expertise in Sustainable and Transition Finance, preferably gained in global banking, investment, consulting, or assurance environments.
Proven experience developing or reviewing sustainable finance frameworks at the institutional level.
Deep understanding of industry standards, principles, and developments (e.g. ICMA, GFANZ, EU Taxonomy) across financial products.
Experience working across Investment Banking and Markets product lines.
Strong analytical capability and the ability to synthesise complex information into practical guidance.
Track record of successful cross-functional collaboration, especially in control, product, or sustainability implementation roles.
Desirable:
Familiarity with regulatory taxonomies and policy frameworks (e.g. EU, UK, global sustainability rules).
Experience working directly with Transition Finance frameworks or decarbonisation strategies in hard-to-abate sectors.
Background in sustainability-related control or compliance functions beneficial.
About Barclays
Barclays is a British universal bank. It is diversified by business, by different types of customers and clients, and by geography. Barclays businesses include consumer banking and payments operations around the world, as well as a top-tier, full-service, global corporate and investment bank, all of which are supported by its service company which provides technology, operations, and functional services across the Group.
Values
Everything Barclays does is shaped by its five values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Stewardship . The Barclays values inform the foundations of its relationships with customers and clients, but they also shape how Barclays measures and rewards the performance of colleagues. Simply put, success is not just about what you achieve, but about how you achieve it.
Diversity
Barclays aims to foster a culture where individuals of all backgrounds feel confident in bringing their whole selves to work, feel included, and their talents are nurtured, empowering them to contribute fully to Barclays’ vision and goals.
Hybrid
At Barclays, we offer a hybrid working experience that blends the positives of working alongside colleagues at our onsite locations, together with working from home. We have a structured approach where colleagues work at an onsite location on fixed, ‘anchor’, days of the week, for a minimum of two days a week or more, as set by the business area (or nearest equivalent if working part-time hours). Please discuss the working pattern requirements for the role you are applying for with the hiring manager. Please note that as we continue to embed our hybrid working environment, we remain in a test and learn phase, which means that working arrangements may be subject to change on reasonable notice to ensure we meet the needs of our business.
Your Benefits
As a contract employee of Randstad Sourceright, you’ll receive a wide range of financial and personal benefits. There’s enrolment in a pension plan (after 12 weeks on assignment) and holiday pay . You’ll also get 24/7 access to an Employee Assistance Programme , designed to help you deal with any problems that could be affecting your home or work life. Plus, there are discounts at a wide range of high street shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues — from Asda to Zizzi Italian restaurants.