13 Finance jobs in Essex

Finance Manager
Chelmsford
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6 month initial contract - outside IR35

Are your a proactive Finance Manager who has at least 3 years experience in managing finance teams? If so, please read on.

Role description:

As the Finance Manager will be responsible for financial planning, control and reporting, ensuring strong governance and contributing to the strategic goals of the business and wider group.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead day-to-day financial operations including accounts payable/receivable, payroll, cash flow management, and reconciliation.

Prepare timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports.

Partner with department leads and project teams to support budgeting, forecasting, and project costing.

Ensure full compliance with UK financial regulations, tax requirements, and internal policies.

Coordinate with external auditors, tax advisors, and financial institutions as needed.

Provide financial analysis and insight to senior leadership to support strategic and operational decisions.

Support international finance operations in collaboration with other regional finance teams.

Maintain and strengthen internal controls, risk management, and cost control procedures.

Essential Requirements:

Proven experience in a Finance Manager or senior finance position

Solid understanding of UK GAAP and international financial practices.

Strong analytical, commercial, and organisational skills.

Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, with a collaborative mindset.

Proficiency in financial software (e.g., Sage, Xero, ERP) and Microsoft Excel.

Desirable requirements (not essential):
. Proven experience managing finance teams within construction, manufacturing, or project-based industries.
ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified (or equivalent)
Experience working in a group/multi-regional environment is an advantage.


If this seems like a good fit for you then please get in touch with Kate Blackwell at JAM Recruitment as soon as possible. This is an immediate requirement and therefore interviews are taking place as early as week commencing 14/07/25.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing engineering business as a Finance Assistant in Braintree. This permanent role offers a fantastic opportunity to support the accounting department with a focus on accuracy and efficiency.

Client Details

This small-sized company offers a stable and supportive work environment. Known for its professional approach, the organisation focuses on delivering excellence in its services and values a detail-oriented accounting and finance.

Description

• Assist with daily bookkeeping, including managing invoices and reconciling accounts.
• Responsible for all aspects of the Accounts Payable function
• Dealing with Sales Ledger and receivables
• Bank reconciliations
• Support the preparation of financial reports and statements.
• Maintain accurate records of transactions in the accounting system.
• Monitor and process expense claims and payments.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies.
• Collaborate with team members to support month-end and year-end processes.
• Respond to financial queries from internal and external stakeholders.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of accounting processes.

Profile

The successful candidate should have:

• Basic accounting knowledge and familiarity with financial systems.
• An eye for detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.

Job Offer

• A salary range of 26,000 to 30,000, dependent on experience.
• A permanent role with opportunities for professional growth.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment in Braintree.

Interviews will be next week, so drop me a line and get in touch for more information

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Wehave an exciting opportunity for aFinance Manager - Farming at Agrial Fresh Produce, producer of the Florette salad brand, to join our farming team in Colchester, CO7 7HG. This unique Finance .

Group Finance Director - Kelvedon - 70,000 - 80,000 - Office based role - Permanent

A building materials supplier in the Kelvedon area are recruiting a Group Finance Director to join their team. This is a full-time permanent position working Monday - Friday 8.30am - 5.30pm and paying 70,000 - 80,000 per annum depending on experience.

Reporting into the Managing Director / Board of Directors and being responsible for a team of 3, your key duties as Group Finance Director will include but are not limited to:

Strategic Leadership:

• Partner with the Board on growth strategy
• Advise on commercial decisions, pricing & profitability
• Support future funding presentations to investors/lenders

Financials:

• Monthly management accounts for the group
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning
• Ensure financial compliance, controls, and risk mitigation
• Manage cash flow, tax (VAT, business, insurance), and reporting
• Track project costs, revenues, and profitability

3rd Party & Stakeholder Management:

• Manage banking, legal, insurance & contract relationships
• Drive cash flow improvements through external partnerships

Reporting & Analysis:

• Deliver monthly/quarterly financial reports & KPIs
• Provide insights to support strategic decisions across teams

Team Leadership:

• Lead and mentor the finance team of 3
• Strengthen internal policies, controls & processes
  
  

Skills and Experience required to be considered for this role:

• Accountancy Qualification: ACCA or CIMA
• Blue Collar industry experience such as Construction, Building, Engineering, Manufacturing or Production is essential
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate at all levels, both verbal and written
• Advanced IT Skills inclusive of Microsoft packages, especially excel
• Previous team management
• Hands on, adaptable, commercially aware and forward thinking
  
  

If you feel like you meet the above criteria & like to be considered for this Group Finance Director position or see the full job description, please apply with your CV and contact Katie at Prime Appointments for a confidential chat. #accountsjobs

Finance Manager - Farming

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We have an exciting opportunity for a Finance Manager - Farming at Agrial Fresh Produce, producer of the Florette salad brand, to join our farming team in Colchester, CO7 7HG. This unique Finance Manager role is a fantastic position with direct responsibility of the production of AFF’s P&L and business partnering our farming operation across two growing sites and both outdoor and indoor growing fields, that is harvested all year-round. The role holds managerial duties of the Farm, but has no direct or indirect reports.

The successful candidate will desirably be Part or Fully Qualified in ACCA/CIMA but we are more than open to review candidates that are instead qualified by experience. Reporting into the Head of Business Finance, the Finance Manager - Farming will support our farm's operation alongside supporting the wider business finance function in its mission to maximise profitability. Experience with WIP Accounting or experience in a FMCG environment is highly preferential due to the variable nature of the farm.

Working hours : Monday to Friday, 08:30am to 17:00pm. Hybrid working of 2 days per week.

Pay:  Up to £50,000 depending on experience, with annual bonus eligibility

Main Responsibilities 

• Full P&L ownership for the farm alongside annual budget and the 3 year business plan, with regular analytical reports around performance.
li>Regular and informed Business Partnering with Senior Leadership at the Farm, as well as the Procurement and Supply Chain Director and team at our Head Office in Lichfield.
• Enhance variance analysis with tight controls on yield, wastage, labour and other costs
• Support the Farm team with their internal controls (Database, timesheets & forecasting)
• Project support across all sites for process optimisation, continuous improvement, cost reviews, and more.
• Capex management and liaison with ROI tracking being of particular importance

Skills and Experience Required 

• Strongly proficient with Microsoft Excel is essential. Proficiency with PowerBI is desirable
• Experience with WIP Accounting or an FMCG environment is highly desirable.
• A self-starting and motivated person who is happy to be the sole subject matter expert for all things Finance on site at the Farm.
• Proven problem solver and decision maker across financial for a highly variable Farming operation
• Happy to work in a small office amongst fresh growing fields and a highly unpredictable industry!

What You Will Get In Return  

Up to £50,000 per annum, as well as inclusion in our annual bonus scheme and a range of employee benefits you’d expect from a market leading business, including:

• Li e Assurance: 3x your basic salary paid to your nominated beneficiary.
li>Employee Assistance Programme: Providing a Remote GP service along with a 24/7 helpline for financial, legal, medical and life issues. li>Annual leave entitlement: 33 days annual leave per annum inclusive of UK Bank Holidays which increases with service, as well as an option to purchase an additional working week of holiday. li>Training and Development: Personalised induction as well as regular training and development courses and schemes. li>Benefits Platforms: Employee discount platform for multiple retailers as well as salary finance schemes for bicycles, gyms, and financial assistance. li>Other: Recognition awards, Regular Employee Engagement days, attendance incentives, an annual volunteering day, and much more.

About Us

Florette is one of three UK food manufacturing factories within Agrial Fresh Produce, which is an autonomous part of the larger 22,000 employee strong French co-operative group, Agrial. 

The business operates mainly under it's recognisable Florette salad brand and we are one of the UK’s leading producers in the industry. Under the well-known Florette brand, our site processes and distributes pre-packed, ready to eat, fresh salad bags and bowls to some of the UK's most well-known supermarkets and retailers, as well as your favourite restaurants and fast food vendors. In total, we sell around 600,000kg of products every week - an unbe-leaf-able amount!

Agrial has operations across 18 regions, with 280 farming outlets and 5 different divisions, which comprise Beverage, Dairy, Meat, Fresh Produce & Agricultural operations; it’s not just about lettuce! As well as the 2 factories we also have a farming operation – Agrial Fresh Farms. All UK sites operate under the name of Agrial Fresh Produce Limited and fall under Agrial's vegetable division. We have a recipe for success through our EPIC values and working together as one team. 

Next Steps 

It’s an exciting time to join our business as we look for new starters to join us in innovating in everything we do! We’re looking for positive and driven people to join our professional team. If you have the skills and experience we are looking for, and want a fresh challenge we would love for you to join us on our journey!  

Please apply directly or alternatively contact Will Kaye, Recruitment Officer for a totally confidential discussion. 

Agrial Fresh Produce reserve the right to close this vacancy once we have received sufficient applications. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
 
VISA Sponsorship: Agrial Fresh Produce is not a licensed UK VISA sponsor, and therefore cannot employ anyone who does not have the legal right to live and work in the UK. Our recruitment process will ask you to provide evidence of your unlimited Right to Work in the UK.

Agrial Fresh Produce Ltd is an Equal Opportunities employer. In addition, as part of Responsible Recruitment, Agrial Fresh Produce Ltd believes in the Employer Pay Principle. No worker should pay for a job – the costs of recruitment should be borne not by the worker but by the employer. 

We are committed to supporting the mental health and wellbeing of all of our staff. That’s why we’ve taken the Mental Health at Work Commitment and are currently delivering a programme of activities to ensure that everyone can have open and honest conversations about their wellbeing in the workplace and feel supported. We encourage applications from persons with experience of poor mental health and are committed to supporting our employees to fulfil their potential and perform at their best in work.

Finance Transaction Manager

£50,000 basic with £60,000 OTE

Chelmsford

Permanent

Monday to Friday 9am to 5.30pm (Due to the nature of the business you will be expected to work outside of these hours when events are on and clients are still in attendance. There may also be some weekend working at events but not every weekend)

Our client, a fast-paced and high growth company, is the UK’s leading training organisation helping thousands of Business Owners, Entrepreneurs and Celebrities build, grow and scale the business.

Based in the Chelmsford location they are on the lookout for a customer focussed and engaging Transaction Manager to join their sales team.  

They are looking for a candidate who is not only, very organised and great with paperwork but is also brilliant with people, is comfortable negotiating and is able to gain trust when talking clients through payment plan and finance options.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a successful sales team, be part of a great company culture and work within a forward thinking and growing business!

 Duties & Responsibilities of an Events Senior Sales Executive:

• Engaging with clients face to face at events with regards to payment plan and/or finance options for their business to pay for their training and coaching needs.
li>Understanding the clients’ needs, checking out their affordability and finding them the best solution for their payment needs. < i>Controlling the quality of the sales completed by the sales team and seeing them through to payment.
• Taking payment from clients face to face or on the phone to complete the sale.
• Chasing up clients after events to complete the set up of payment plans and finance options.
• Completing and filing finance and payment plan paperwork and making sure the business is compliant with all the correct documents signed. 

 Your Background & Skill:

< i>This role would suit someone who has done a Business Manager or Transaction Manager role in the car dealer network or a similar role in other industries.
• Experience within finance or payment plan sign-ups with face to face customers.
• Ability to empathise with business owners and establish affordability and talk through finance options.   
< i>You need passion, confidence, drive, energy, talent and character.
• You must be well presented with a desire and attitude to succeed.
• You will have the ability to quickly establish and build rapport with customers face to face or over the phone.

If you would like to hear more about this Finance Transaction Manager vacancy, please submit your CV to ACS Recruitment Consultancy

Time Appointments are currently working on behalf of an established business based in Colchester, who are recruiting for an experienced Finance Administration Assistant. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious individual looking to work for a growing company, who reward their employees with a competitive salary and excellent career prospects.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Maintenance of Sales Ledger
• Transactions associated with the Sales Daybook
• Cashier Function
• Supporting the Assistant Accountant with Credit Control tasks.

Skills & Experience Required:

• Administration experience within a finance team/function is preferable
• Good communication skills
• Confident to talk to customers
• Can work to deadlines
• Process driven
• Attention to detail

Join Our Team as a Payroll & Finance Officer!
Location: Dunmow
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: 37.5 per week (8:30am start)
Salary: 29,000 - 33,000 (dependant on experience)
Parking: Free on-street or outside offices (first come, first serve basis)

Are you passionate about numbers and finance? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment and enjoy making an impact? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! Our team is on the lookout for a cheerful yet professional Payroll & Finance Officer to join us in Dunmow!

Why Join Us?
At our company, we believe in fostering a positive and collaborative work atmosphere where every team member's contribution is valued. You'll be part of a dynamic team that values innovation, excellence, and a supportive working culture. Here, we work hard, but we also know how to enjoy the journey.

Your Role:
As our Payroll & Finance Officer, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of our payroll processes and financial activities. Your responsibilities will include:

• Payroll Management: Overseeing the end-to-end payroll process, ensuring accuracy and compliance with all regulations.
• Financial Reporting: Preparing monthly financial reports and assisting in budget management, providing insights that drive informed decision-making.
• Data Management: Maintaining accurate financial records and databases, ensuring all information is up-to-date and secure.
• Collaboration: Working closely with HR and other departments to resolve any payroll-related queries and support business operations.

What We're Looking For:
We seek a detail-oriented and enthusiastic individual with a strong background Sage 50 payroll and the finance function, The ideal candidate will have:

• Proven experience in payroll processing and financial management
• Strong analytical skills and a knack for problem-solving
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across teams
• Proficiency in Sage payroll software and Microsoft Excel
• A positive, proactive attitude

What We Offer:

• A competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• A supportive and friendly team environment
• Flexible working arrangements to promote work-life balance
• Regular team-building activities and social events

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.

£35-£0K Basic | Uncapped Earnings | Generous Commission Structure

Are you an experienced Commercial Banker, Relationship Manager, or Finance professional looking to take the next step in your career?

Join a fast growing, independent commercial finance brokerage where your expertise will help UK businesses unlock their full potential.

Specialising in sourcing and structuring tailored business funding solutions across the UK. With access to a vast panel of lenders, from high street banks to niche and alternative finance providers, we help SMEs secure the capital they need to grow, invest, and thrive.

The Role

We are seeking a commercially astute and client focused Commercial Finance Broker to join our client’s team in Rayleigh. This is a dynamic, on-site role that will see you working directly with business owners, CFOs, and decision makers to understand their funding needs and deliver bespoke finance solutions.

You will be responsible for managing the full lifecycle of commercial finance cases, from initial consultation through to proposal structuring, lender negotiation, and deal completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage with SME clients to assess their funding requirements and financial position
li>Structure and present commercial finance proposals (including asset finance, invoice finance, commercial mortgages, working capital solutions, and bridging finance)
• Source the most appropriate lenders and negotiate competitive terms on behalf of clients
• Maintain strong working relationships with lenders and finance partners
• Deliver outstanding customer service throughout the funding journey
• Stay abreast of market trends, lender products, and underwriting criteria
• Maintain accurate CRM and deal tracking systems

About You

This role would suit someone with a background in commercial banking, business relationship management, or a similar finance related role. You will be confident in building client relationships, structuring financial solutions, and navigating complex funding scenarios.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in commercial finance, business banking, or lending
• Strong understanding of UK financial products and business lending options
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
• Commercial acumen and the ability to think creatively in deal structuring
• Confidence working in a fast-paced, client-facing environment
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to analyse financial documents

What’s in it for you?

< i>£35- 0K Basic | Uncapped Earnings | Generous Commission Structure li>Opportunity to work independently with real decision-making autonomy
• Be part of a close knit, collaborative, and ambitious team
• Access to an extensive panel of lenders and funding partners
• Opportunities for career development and progression as we grow

Ready to make a real impact in the business finance sector?

Apply now and help UK businesses access the funding they need to achieve their goals. Send your CV to Louise Sand or call for further information.