Management Accountant Location: Hybrid - Wilmslow 3 days, 2 days from homeSalary: CompetitiveWe’re Citation Group. A group of businesses on a mission to make life easier for small and medium-sized companies. We get that running a business is tough. You’re spinning plates trying to keep your customers happy, stay on top of rules and regulations, look after your team, and somehow still grow. And that’s where we come in – taking the stress out of it all to make life simpler and smoother for business owners.As our business has grown in scale, we’ve established a dedicated Group function to sit alongside our divisional structure. This central hub houses the costs of shared services and, over the past three years, we’ve steadily consolidated departments into it. The result is greater efficiency, stronger scalability, and a structure that seamlessly supports both our existing brands and the new businesses we bring on board.The role We are looking for an ambitious, dynamic, hard-working finance professional to join the team. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified / part-qualified accountant to develop and grow in an exciting, ambitious business environment. This role is responsible for the management of accounts of the Group function, including month and year-end close, budgeting and forecasting (P&L, balance sheet and cash flow). There are significant opportunities to develop, improve and add value to the business, and the candidate must have a passion to drive change and make a difference.Monthly Reporting• Developing and driving efficiencies in the month-end process for the business unit • Preparation of monthly management accounts including P&L, Balance Sheet and Cashflow• Ensure all income, expenditure and capex is correctly accounted for, monitored and any variances to budget and prior year are analysed and understood• Ensure financial reports are accurate and delivered to deadline• Presentation of monthly results of the Group function including completing accurate and insightful commentary for inclusion in Board and Investor reports• Monthly reconciliation of balance sheet and control accounts • Preparation of monthly invoices for recharges from the Group to the other business unitsFinancial Planning & Analysis• Preparation of forecasts for the Group function• Regular tracking of performance versus budget and prior year, including monthly meetings with budget owners to track performance / spend against budget• Challenging budget holders regarding spend and proactively identifying opportunities and risks associated with the cost base• Production of short term cashflow forecasts• Support with tracking of business and financial KPIsOther• Leading the annual audit process for the Group functions, providing requested information in a timely manner and having the knowledge to be the go-to person for questions • Identify process improvements from both an efficiency and internal control perspective and take ownership for dthe evelopment and implementation of solutionsAbout you • Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)• Experience of producing monthly management accounts and related financial reporting• Solutions-focused and continuous improvement mindset• Excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to engage non-Finance colleagues • Advanced Excel and data manipulation are essential• Ability and desire to work in a fast-paced and ever-evolving environment• Experience of working in or with PE-backed businesses is preferable, but not essential Here’s a taste of the perks we roll out for our extraordinary team members:• 25 Days of Holiday + Bank holidays: We’re talking sun-soaked beaches, snow-capped mountains, or simply your favourite cosy spot at home. Take your well-deserved break with 25 days of holiday, plus those cherished bank holidays.• Birthday Bliss: Your birthday isn’t just another day on the calendar; it’s YOUR day! Enjoy it in style with a day off, because at Citation, we believe in celebrating YOU.• Post-Wedding Bliss: Newlyweds, we’ve got something special for you too! Extra weeks of holiday to bask in the glow of post-wedding happiness.• Healthcare cash plan: Your well-being is our priority. That’s why we offer private healthcare to ensure your peace of mind and keep you feeling your best.• Community Days: Looking to give back? Take a day off to volunteer and make a positive impact in your community or support your favourite charities.Join us at Citation, where success comes with unbeatable perks and a culture that truly celebrates your achievements!....Read more...
Senior Marketing Executive Location – 3 days at HQ (Wilmslow), 2 days from home Salary – Competitive We’re Citation Group. A group of businesses on a mission to make life easier for small and medium-sized companies. We get that running a business is tough. You’re spinning plates trying to keep your customers happy, stay on top of rules and regulations, look after your team, and somehow still grow.We pride ourselves on creating a workplace where everyone is valued, supported, and encouraged to bring their best selves to work. We’re known for our supportive culture and our commitment to helping clients stay “ready for anything.” If you’re a team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you!
The roleWe are looking for a results-focused, enthusiastic, and forward-thinking Senior Marketing Executive to join the central marketing team at The Citation Group.The Senior Marketing Executive will play a key role in supporting and working across the marketing SLT to deliver across a variety of briefs for a number of brands. You’ll be responsible for creating and optimising campaigns, seeing briefs through from origination to realisation, managing multiple stakeholders, managing projects from conception to delivery and reporting on campaign successes.
This is a new role, which will provide you with the opportunity to work across multiple businesses and channels and be part of a business that is set to triple in size.• Support heads of marketing with campaign ideation and realisation to hit lead generation KPIs.• Support the senior team to see through all marketing activities from briefing stage to launch.• Brief in all key marketing activities to content, digital, events and design teams• Report on campaign activity to illustrate return on time and investment.• Manage stakeholders to ensure campaigns and projects are realised on time and to budget.• Use CRM platforms to track successes and inform changes.• Liaise with the wider marketing team to maximise collaborative opportunities.• Attend and present at meetings with multiple stakeholders across the commercial team.• Research competitor products, services and marketing activities and come up with new and reactive ideas.• Create and amend tools and templates as part of client and prospect activity.• Monitor and manage budgets alongside heads of marketing.• Support and deliver across a variety of briefs where demand and projects require.About you• Bags of enthusiasm• Strong creative mind• Commercial savviness with strong multitasking skills• Excellent verbal and written communication skills• Strong analytical acumen and data-driven thinking• Ability to manage stakeholders and peers from briefing through to delivery and reporting.• Self-motivated with the ability to work as part of a team as well as under your own initiative.• Self-belief to push your campaign ideas forward so ideas become reality.• Be comfortable approaching and engaging with brand owners, content producers and agencies.• A strong planner and organiser who ensures work is completed within deadlines, to budget and to the highest standard.Here’s a taste of the perks we roll out for our extraordinary team members:25 Days of Holiday + 8 Bank holidays: We’re talking sun-soaked beaches, snow-capped mountains, or simply your favourite cozy spot at home. Take your well-deserved break with 25 days of holiday, plus those cherished bank holidays.Birthday Bliss: Your birthday isn’t just another day on the calendar; it’s YOUR day! Enjoy it in style with a day off, because at Citation, we believe in celebrating YOU. Post-Wedding Bliss: Newlyweds, we’ve got something special for you too! Extra weeks of holiday to bask in the glow of post-wedding happiness.Growing Families: We’re all about supporting our Citation family, and that includes expectant parents. Vouchers and special perks await to celebrate the newest addition to your family.Healthcare cash plan: Your well-being is our priority. That’s why we offer private healthcare to ensure your peace of mind and keep you feeling your best.If you're looking for your next career challenge, don't mind getting stuck into all areas of marketing and love driving forward new ideas, then this is the role for you! In return, we will give you the opportunity to work with a fantastic team, the chance to raise your profile, and learn and develop into your role. We also have a great range of colleague benefits.....Read more...
FP&A and Financial Integration Analyst Location: 3 Days Wilmslow HQ, 2 days from home Salary: CompetitiveHeadquartered in Wilmslow and established in 1995, the Citation Group of companies is a growing professional services and compliance business employing over 600 people. The product delivers valuable HR, Employment Law, Health & Safety, ISO and Electrical Safety products and services to over 120,000 SMEs across the UK, Australia and Canada. The Citation Group has grown rapidly over the past few years and has big ambitions for the future. As a Private Equity-backed business, the plan is to triple the size of the business over the next few years through both organic growth and acquisitions.The role This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and analytical finance professional to join a high-growth business as an FP&A and Financial Integration Analyst, reporting directly to the FP&A Director. In this pivotal role, you will combine forward-looking financial analysis with hands-on integration support, shaping the financial strategy and performance visibility of a rapidly expanding organisation. You’ll play a key role in driving planning accuracy, supporting strategic decision-making, and ensuring seamless financial integration across new acquisitions — making this a highly visible and influential position within the finance function.Financial Planning & Analysis • Lead or support the preparation of annual and half-year forecasts, collaborating closely with senior leadership • Develop and maintain dynamic financial models to evaluate business scenarios, investment cases and strategic initiatives • Maintain rolling forecasts that provide management with up-to-date financial visibility, incorporating key performance indicators and business assumptions • Analyse monthly results versus budget, forecast and prior periods, providing concise and insightful commentary on performance drivers and variance analysis • Prepare presentations and analysis for senior management and investors • Responsible for the financial consolidation of both budgets and actuals, including commercial KPIs, financial statements and additional key stakeholder information. • Working with the divisional finance teams regarding the preparation of financial information in line with Group standards and timings. Financial integration • Collaborate with the Corporate Development team, divisional finance stakeholders and external advisors pre-acquisition, evaluating historical financial results, financial team structure and current accounting policies• Review and input into the financial modelling for new acquisitions, including sensitivities, integration costs, key modelling assumptions, synergy calculations and how these impact the Group post deal • Identify potential financial and operational risks that could impact integration, including accounting policy differences, tax exposure and data quality issues • Lead and coordinate the integration of new entities into the Group, ensuring a smooth transition across reporting, planning and control frameworks • Manage the consolidation of accounting and reporting systems • Monitor synergy realisation, integration costs, and the financial performance of newly acquired businesses against pre-deal assumptions Data, systems and process improvement • Maintain and enhance forecasting and reporting tools to improve efficiency and accuracy • Identify opportunities to automate reporting processes and ensure the accuracy, consistency, and reliability of financial data across systems • Review and refine FP&A processes to strengthen planning accuracy, reduce manual effort, and enhance insight generation • Support compliance with corporate financial policies, controls, reporting standards, ensuring data quality throughout the planning processOther ad hoc projects• Assist in the group audit of new acquisitions in the year • Involvement in Group reorganisation projects (liquidations, restructures, hive-ups etc.)• Readiness reviews in advance of Group exit from current PE cycleAbout you• Hold an ACA (or equivalent) qualification• A curious and critical thinker; a self-starter who digs into information and data to uncover insights and drive smarter financial decisions. • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written• Excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to engage non-Finance colleagues • Advanced Excel and data manipulation is essential• Technically strong with a good depth of understanding and experience of financial reporting • Experience of improving processes and control environments• Ability and desire to work in a fast-paced and ever-evolving Private Equity environment• Experience in working with subscription business metrics (ARR, NRR, churn etc) preferableJoin us at Citation, where success comes with unbeatable perks and a culture that truly celebrates your achievements!....Read more...
Client Support Executive - OnboardingLocation: Hybrid – 2 days in our Wilmslow office, 3 from homeWorking Hours: Full-timeCitation is one of the UK’s leading providers of Health & Safety, HR, Employment Law and ISO services to businesses. But we’re far from average — our people bring their personalities to work, not just their policies! It’s a great place to work because of the people we employ. Fun, professional, and supportive, we’re looking for likeminded individuals who bring passion and positivity to what they do. If our culture sounds like the right fit for you and you’re excited to be part of our success story, we’d love to hear from you. The role: As we continue to grow and invest in service and technology, we’re recruiting a Client Support Executive to join our Onboarding team.In this role, you’ll:• Provide exceptional telephone and online support to clients across the UK• Welcome new clients and deliver training on our platform• Make proactive touchpoints with clients throughout their contract • Ensure clients gain maximum value from their Citation serviceAbout you: We’re looking for natural problem solvers who can take ownership of queries from start to finish, identifying needs and offering effective solutions. Whatever your background, if you’re passionate about delivering outstanding customer service, we can teach you the rest. You’ll be someone who: • Engages confidently and professionally over the phone• Learns new systems quickly and uses information to support clients effectively• Puts the client first, making it your mission to understand their needs and exceed expectationsHere’s a taste of the perks we roll out for our extraordinary team members:• 25 Days of Holiday + Bank: We’re talking sun-soaked beaches, snow-capped mountains, or simply your favourite cosy spot at home. Take your well-deserved break with 25 days of holiday, plus those cherished bank holidays.• Birthday Bliss: Your birthday isn’t just another day on the calendar; it’s YOUR day! Enjoy it in style with a day off, because at Citation, we believe in celebrating YOU.• Post-Wedding Bliss: Newlyweds, we’ve got something special for you too! Extra weeks of holiday to bask in the glow of post-wedding happiness.• Growing Families: We’re all about supporting our Citation family, and that includes expectant parents. Vouchers and special perks await to celebrate the newest addition to your family.• Healthcare cash plan: Your well-being is our priority. That’s why we offer private healthcare to ensure your peace of mind and keep you feeling your best.• Pawternity Leave: Welcoming a new furry friend? Enjoy a day off on us to give your new cat or dog the ultimate welcome home experience!• Community Days: Looking to give back? Take a day off to volunteer and make a positive impact in your community or support your favourite charities.Ready to Apply? If you’re passionate about client support, love problem-solving, and want to work in a fun and supportive team, apply today and start your journey with Citation!....Read more...
Employment Law ConsultantLocation: Wilmslow, hybrid split of home & officeSalary: £45,000 per annumAre you looking for your next move in HR and looking for a role that encompasses your passion for both HR and employment law? Are you bored with the same old HR roles and are keen to unleash your creativity, solving problems in a fast-paced and demanding but highly rewarding and supportive environment? If so, then read on…We are Citation - One of the UK's biggest providers of HR, Employment Law, Health and Safety and other compliance services. We are far from your average service provider as our colleagues bring their great personalities to work, not just their skills!If you are a professional with a personality who wants to work in a forward-thinking business surrounded by brilliant people who really care about you and are great to work with, then we are definitely the Company you should come and grow with. So, if our culture sounds like a good fit for you and you want to be part of our success story, then send us your details.The roleThis is a blended consultancy role, providing HR advice as well as hands-on support to our clients and would be perfect for someone who loves to do both!We believe in a good work-life balance. There is no taking work home, no mobile phone ringing out of hours, no time recording, and you will see a case through from start to finish, building up relationships with your clients.Our client base covers a wide range of UK industries and businesses, so no two days are the same.The role consists of:• You will work with our client to provide end-to-end telephone support for all their employee relation needs, meaning you will be a contact for help with a wide range of HR and employment law subjects, including disciplinary and grievance, TUPE and redundancy.• You will provide ad hoc support in the form of proactive and reactive services, which include HR training, chairing meetings such as disciplinary and grievance hearings or potentially exit negotiations on behalf of your client. AD HOC• Essentially, giving the clients the support they need to keep their business compliant in the ever-changing world of HR and employment law!The person:• Experience in providing advice on complex and varied HR and employment law issues• Experience in independently and impartially conducting meetings with employees• Be passionate about helping and supporting clients to achieve the needs of their business• Tact, diplomacy, an eye for detail and excellent oral and written communication skills are essential• Be self-motivated and able to work with autonomy• Actively committed to self-developmentHere’s a taste of the perks we roll out for our extraordinary team members:• 25 Days of Holiday + Bank: We’re talking sun-soaked beaches, snow-capped mountains, or simply your favourite cosy spot at home. Take your well-deserved break with 25 days of holiday, plus those cherished bank holidays.• Birthday Bliss: Your birthday isn’t just another day on the calendar; it’s YOUR day! Enjoy it in style with a day off, because at Citation, we believe in celebrating YOU.• Post-Wedding Bliss: Newlyweds, we’ve got something special for you too! Extra weeks of holiday to bask in the glow of post-wedding happiness.• Growing Families: We’re all about supporting our Citation family, and that includes expectant parents. Vouchers and special perks await to celebrate the newest addition to your family.• Healthcare cash plan: Your well-being is our priority. That’s why we offer private healthcare to ensure your peace of mind and keep you feeling your best.• Pawternity Leave: Welcoming a new furry friend? Enjoy a day off on us to give your new cat or dog the ultimate welcome home experience!• Community Days: Looking to give back? Take a day off to volunteer and make a positive impact in your community or support your favourite charities.Join us at Citation, where success comes with unbeatable perks and a culture that truly celebrates your achievements!HR / Employment Law Consultant / HR Business Partner / Employee Relations advisor / Senior HR Advisor....Read more...
Employment Law ConsultantLocation: Wilmslow, hybrid split of home & officeSalary: £45,000 per annumAre you looking for your next move in HR and looking for a role that encompasses your passion for both HR and employment law? Are you bored with the same old HR roles and are keen to unleash your creativity, solving problems in a fast-paced and demanding but highly rewarding and supportive environment? If so, then read on…We are Citation - One of the UK's biggest providers of HR, Employment Law, Health and Safety and other compliance services. We are far from your average service provider as our colleagues bring their great personalities to work, not just their skills!If you are a professional with a personality who wants to work in a forward-thinking business surrounded by brilliant people who really care about you and are great to work with, then we are definitely the Company you should come and grow with. So, if our culture sounds like a good fit for you and you want to be part of our success story, then send us your details.The roleThis is a blended consultancy role, providing HR advice as well as hands-on support to our clients and would be perfect for someone who loves to do both!We believe in a good work-life balance. There is no taking work home, no mobile phone ringing out of hours, no time recording, and you will see a case through from start to finish, building up relationships with your clients.Our client base covers a wide range of UK industries and businesses, so no two days are the same.The role consists of:• You will work with our client to provide end-to-end telephone support for all their employee relation needs, meaning you will be a contact for help with a wide range of HR and employment law subjects, including disciplinary and grievance, TUPE and redundancy.• You will provide ad hoc support in the form of proactive and reactive services, which include HR training, chairing meetings such as disciplinary and grievance hearings or potentially exit negotiations on behalf of your client. AD HOC• Essentially, giving the clients the support they need to keep their business compliant in the ever-changing world of HR and employment law!The person:• Experience in providing advice on complex and varied HR and employment law issues• Experience in independently and impartially conducting meetings with employees• Be passionate about helping and supporting clients to achieve the needs of their business• Tact, diplomacy, an eye for detail and excellent oral and written communication skills are essential• Be self-motivated and able to work with autonomy• Actively committed to self-developmentHere’s a taste of the perks we roll out for our extraordinary team members:• 25 Days of Holiday + Bank: We’re talking sun-soaked beaches, snow-capped mountains, or simply your favourite cosy spot at home. Take your well-deserved break with 25 days of holiday, plus those cherished bank holidays.• Birthday Bliss: Your birthday isn’t just another day on the calendar; it’s YOUR day! Enjoy it in style with a day off, because at Citation, we believe in celebrating YOU.• Post-Wedding Bliss: Newlyweds, we’ve got something special for you too! Extra weeks of holiday to bask in the glow of post-wedding happiness.• Growing Families: We’re all about supporting our Citation family, and that includes expectant parents. Vouchers and special perks await to celebrate the newest addition to your family.• Healthcare cash plan: Your well-being is our priority. That’s why we offer private healthcare to ensure your peace of mind and keep you feeling your best.• Pawternity Leave: Welcoming a new furry friend? Enjoy a day off on us to give your new cat or dog the ultimate welcome home experience!• Community Days: Looking to give back? Take a day off to volunteer and make a positive impact in your community or support your favourite charities.Join us at Citation, where success comes with unbeatable perks and a culture that truly celebrates your achievements!HR / Employment Law Consultant / HR Business Partner / Employee Relations advisor / Senior HR Advisor....Read more...
Management Accountant Location: Hybrid - Wilmslow 3 days, 2 days from homeSalary: CompetitiveWe’re Citation Group. A group of businesses on a mission to make life easier for small and medium-sized companies. We get that running a business is tough. You’re spinning plates trying to keep your customers happy, stay on top of rules and regulations, look after your team, and somehow still grow. And that’s where we come in – taking the stress out of it all to make life simpler and smoother for business owners.As our business has grown in scale, we’ve established a dedicated Group function to sit alongside our divisional structure. This central hub houses the costs of shared services and, over the past three years, we’ve steadily consolidated departments into it. The result is greater efficiency, stronger scalability, and a structure that seamlessly supports both our existing brands and the new businesses we bring on board.The role We are looking for an ambitious, dynamic, hard-working finance professional to join the team. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified / part-qualified accountant to develop and grow in an exciting, ambitious business environment. This role is responsible for the management of accounts of the Group function, including month and year-end close, budgeting and forecasting (P&L, balance sheet and cash flow). There are significant opportunities to develop, improve and add value to the business, and the candidate must have a passion to drive change and make a difference.Monthly Reporting• Developing and driving efficiencies in the month-end process for the business unit • Preparation of monthly management accounts including P&L, Balance Sheet and Cashflow• Ensure all income, expenditure and capex is correctly accounted for, monitored and any variances to budget and prior year are analysed and understood• Ensure financial reports are accurate and delivered to deadline• Presentation of monthly results of the Group function including completing accurate and insightful commentary for inclusion in Board and Investor reports• Monthly reconciliation of balance sheet and control accounts • Preparation of monthly invoices for recharges from the Group to the other business unitsFinancial Planning & Analysis• Preparation of forecasts for the Group function• Regular tracking of performance versus budget and prior year, including monthly meetings with budget owners to track performance / spend against budget• Challenging budget holders regarding spend and proactively identifying opportunities and risks associated with the cost base• Production of short term cashflow forecasts• Support with tracking of business and financial KPIsOther• Leading the annual audit process for the Group functions, providing requested information in a timely manner and having the knowledge to be the go-to person for questions • Identify process improvements from both an efficiency and internal control perspective and take ownership for dthe evelopment and implementation of solutionsAbout you • Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA)• Experience of producing monthly management accounts and related financial reporting• Solutions-focused and continuous improvement mindset• Excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to engage non-Finance colleagues • Advanced Excel and data manipulation are essential• Ability and desire to work in a fast-paced and ever-evolving environment• Experience of working in or with PE-backed businesses is preferable, but not essential Here’s a taste of the perks we roll out for our extraordinary team members:• 25 Days of Holiday + Bank holidays: We’re talking sun-soaked beaches, snow-capped mountains, or simply your favourite cosy spot at home. Take your well-deserved break with 25 days of holiday, plus those cherished bank holidays.• Birthday Bliss: Your birthday isn’t just another day on the calendar; it’s YOUR day! Enjoy it in style with a day off, because at Citation, we believe in celebrating YOU.• Post-Wedding Bliss: Newlyweds, we’ve got something special for you too! Extra weeks of holiday to bask in the glow of post-wedding happiness.• Healthcare cash plan: Your well-being is our priority. That’s why we offer private healthcare to ensure your peace of mind and keep you feeling your best.• Community Days: Looking to give back? Take a day off to volunteer and make a positive impact in your community or support your favourite charities.Join us at Citation, where success comes with unbeatable perks and a culture that truly celebrates your achievements!....Read more...
Senior Marketing Executive Location – 3 days at HQ (Wilmslow), 2 days from home Salary – Competitive We’re Citation Group. A group of businesses on a mission to make life easier for small and medium-sized companies. We get that running a business is tough. You’re spinning plates trying to keep your customers happy, stay on top of rules and regulations, look after your team, and somehow still grow.We pride ourselves on creating a workplace where everyone is valued, supported, and encouraged to bring their best selves to work. We’re known for our supportive culture and our commitment to helping clients stay “ready for anything.” If you’re a team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you!
The roleWe are looking for a results-focused, enthusiastic, and forward-thinking Senior Marketing Executive to join the central marketing team at The Citation Group.The Senior Marketing Executive will play a key role in supporting and working across the marketing SLT to deliver across a variety of briefs for a number of brands. You’ll be responsible for creating and optimising campaigns, seeing briefs through from origination to realisation, managing multiple stakeholders, managing projects from conception to delivery and reporting on campaign successes.
This is a new role, which will provide you with the opportunity to work across multiple businesses and channels and be part of a business that is set to triple in size.• Support heads of marketing with campaign ideation and realisation to hit lead generation KPIs.• Support the senior team to see through all marketing activities from briefing stage to launch.• Brief in all key marketing activities to content, digital, events and design teams• Report on campaign activity to illustrate return on time and investment.• Manage stakeholders to ensure campaigns and projects are realised on time and to budget.• Use CRM platforms to track successes and inform changes.• Liaise with the wider marketing team to maximise collaborative opportunities.• Attend and present at meetings with multiple stakeholders across the commercial team.• Research competitor products, services and marketing activities and come up with new and reactive ideas.• Create and amend tools and templates as part of client and prospect activity.• Monitor and manage budgets alongside heads of marketing.• Support and deliver across a variety of briefs where demand and projects require.About you• Bags of enthusiasm• Strong creative mind• Commercial savviness with strong multitasking skills• Excellent verbal and written communication skills• Strong analytical acumen and data-driven thinking• Ability to manage stakeholders and peers from briefing through to delivery and reporting.• Self-motivated with the ability to work as part of a team as well as under your own initiative.• Self-belief to push your campaign ideas forward so ideas become reality.• Be comfortable approaching and engaging with brand owners, content producers and agencies.• A strong planner and organiser who ensures work is completed within deadlines, to budget and to the highest standard.Here’s a taste of the perks we roll out for our extraordinary team members:25 Days of Holiday + 8 Bank holidays: We’re talking sun-soaked beaches, snow-capped mountains, or simply your favourite cozy spot at home. Take your well-deserved break with 25 days of holiday, plus those cherished bank holidays.Birthday Bliss: Your birthday isn’t just another day on the calendar; it’s YOUR day! Enjoy it in style with a day off, because at Citation, we believe in celebrating YOU. Post-Wedding Bliss: Newlyweds, we’ve got something special for you too! Extra weeks of holiday to bask in the glow of post-wedding happiness.Growing Families: We’re all about supporting our Citation family, and that includes expectant parents. Vouchers and special perks await to celebrate the newest addition to your family.Healthcare cash plan: Your well-being is our priority. That’s why we offer private healthcare to ensure your peace of mind and keep you feeling your best.If you're looking for your next career challenge, don't mind getting stuck into all areas of marketing and love driving forward new ideas, then this is the role for you! In return, we will give you the opportunity to work with a fantastic team, the chance to raise your profile, and learn and develop into your role. We also have a great range of colleague benefits.....Read more...
FP&A and Financial Integration Analyst Location: 3 Days Wilmslow HQ, 2 days from home Salary: CompetitiveHeadquartered in Wilmslow and established in 1995, the Citation Group of companies is a growing professional services and compliance business employing over 600 people. The product delivers valuable HR, Employment Law, Health & Safety, ISO and Electrical Safety products and services to over 120,000 SMEs across the UK, Australia and Canada. The Citation Group has grown rapidly over the past few years and has big ambitions for the future. As a Private Equity-backed business, the plan is to triple the size of the business over the next few years through both organic growth and acquisitions.The role This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and analytical finance professional to join a high-growth business as an FP&A and Financial Integration Analyst, reporting directly to the FP&A Director. In this pivotal role, you will combine forward-looking financial analysis with hands-on integration support, shaping the financial strategy and performance visibility of a rapidly expanding organisation. You’ll play a key role in driving planning accuracy, supporting strategic decision-making, and ensuring seamless financial integration across new acquisitions — making this a highly visible and influential position within the finance function.Financial Planning & Analysis • Lead or support the preparation of annual and half-year forecasts, collaborating closely with senior leadership • Develop and maintain dynamic financial models to evaluate business scenarios, investment cases and strategic initiatives • Maintain rolling forecasts that provide management with up-to-date financial visibility, incorporating key performance indicators and business assumptions • Analyse monthly results versus budget, forecast and prior periods, providing concise and insightful commentary on performance drivers and variance analysis • Prepare presentations and analysis for senior management and investors • Responsible for the financial consolidation of both budgets and actuals, including commercial KPIs, financial statements and additional key stakeholder information. • Working with the divisional finance teams regarding the preparation of financial information in line with Group standards and timings. Financial integration • Collaborate with the Corporate Development team, divisional finance stakeholders and external advisors pre-acquisition, evaluating historical financial results, financial team structure and current accounting policies• Review and input into the financial modelling for new acquisitions, including sensitivities, integration costs, key modelling assumptions, synergy calculations and how these impact the Group post deal • Identify potential financial and operational risks that could impact integration, including accounting policy differences, tax exposure and data quality issues • Lead and coordinate the integration of new entities into the Group, ensuring a smooth transition across reporting, planning and control frameworks • Manage the consolidation of accounting and reporting systems • Monitor synergy realisation, integration costs, and the financial performance of newly acquired businesses against pre-deal assumptions Data, systems and process improvement • Maintain and enhance forecasting and reporting tools to improve efficiency and accuracy • Identify opportunities to automate reporting processes and ensure the accuracy, consistency, and reliability of financial data across systems • Review and refine FP&A processes to strengthen planning accuracy, reduce manual effort, and enhance insight generation • Support compliance with corporate financial policies, controls, reporting standards, ensuring data quality throughout the planning processOther ad hoc projects• Assist in the group audit of new acquisitions in the year • Involvement in Group reorganisation projects (liquidations, restructures, hive-ups etc.)• Readiness reviews in advance of Group exit from current PE cycleAbout you• Hold an ACA (or equivalent) qualification• A curious and critical thinker; a self-starter who digs into information and data to uncover insights and drive smarter financial decisions. • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written• Excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to engage non-Finance colleagues • Advanced Excel and data manipulation is essential• Technically strong with a good depth of understanding and experience of financial reporting • Experience of improving processes and control environments• Ability and desire to work in a fast-paced and ever-evolving Private Equity environment• Experience in working with subscription business metrics (ARR, NRR, churn etc) preferableJoin us at Citation, where success comes with unbeatable perks and a culture that truly celebrates your achievements!....Read more...
Client Support Executive - OnboardingLocation: Hybrid – 2 days in our Wilmslow office, 3 from homeWorking Hours: Full-timeCitation is one of the UK’s leading providers of Health & Safety, HR, Employment Law and ISO services to businesses. But we’re far from average — our people bring their personalities to work, not just their policies! It’s a great place to work because of the people we employ. Fun, professional, and supportive, we’re looking for likeminded individuals who bring passion and positivity to what they do. If our culture sounds like the right fit for you and you’re excited to be part of our success story, we’d love to hear from you. The role: As we continue to grow and invest in service and technology, we’re recruiting a Client Support Executive to join our Onboarding team.In this role, you’ll:• Provide exceptional telephone and online support to clients across the UK• Welcome new clients and deliver training on our platform• Make proactive touchpoints with clients throughout their contract • Ensure clients gain maximum value from their Citation serviceAbout you: We’re looking for natural problem solvers who can take ownership of queries from start to finish, identifying needs and offering effective solutions. Whatever your background, if you’re passionate about delivering outstanding customer service, we can teach you the rest. You’ll be someone who: • Engages confidently and professionally over the phone• Learns new systems quickly and uses information to support clients effectively• Puts the client first, making it your mission to understand their needs and exceed expectationsHere’s a taste of the perks we roll out for our extraordinary team members:• 25 Days of Holiday + Bank: We’re talking sun-soaked beaches, snow-capped mountains, or simply your favourite cosy spot at home. Take your well-deserved break with 25 days of holiday, plus those cherished bank holidays.• Birthday Bliss: Your birthday isn’t just another day on the calendar; it’s YOUR day! Enjoy it in style with a day off, because at Citation, we believe in celebrating YOU.• Post-Wedding Bliss: Newlyweds, we’ve got something special for you too! Extra weeks of holiday to bask in the glow of post-wedding happiness.• Growing Families: We’re all about supporting our Citation family, and that includes expectant parents. Vouchers and special perks await to celebrate the newest addition to your family.• Healthcare cash plan: Your well-being is our priority. That’s why we offer private healthcare to ensure your peace of mind and keep you feeling your best.• Pawternity Leave: Welcoming a new furry friend? Enjoy a day off on us to give your new cat or dog the ultimate welcome home experience!• Community Days: Looking to give back? Take a day off to volunteer and make a positive impact in your community or support your favourite charities.Ready to Apply? If you’re passionate about client support, love problem-solving, and want to work in a fun and supportive team, apply today and start your journey with Citation!....Read more...
As an apprentice Chef at Browns Brasserie, we will help you master our menu, with your food being the reason guests keep coming through our doors! You'll thrive off the hustle and bustle of a fast-paced kitchen, with the support of a close-knit team, because it's the people that make it all worthwhile.
Responsibilities:
Be a champion of brand standards
Keep your kitchen clean
Prepare everything that is needed before a busy shift
Cook to spec and work with recipes
You don't need any experience as we can teach you everything! If you are willing to learn and be proud to work with us, we can show you exactly what it takes to become a vital team member in any kitchen.
You'll take on a full-time role in the kitchen under the supervision of passionate chefs alongside your training. Not only do you gain a Level 2 Production Chef Apprenticeship, you will be able to support the running of our kitchens, creating some amazing moments making sure that quality never slips for our guests!
What your apprenticeship includes:
A mixture of face to face and skype/phone catch ups every 4 - 6 weeks
A mixture of on and off the job training, including workshops and webinars
Reviews every 12 weeks with the Apprentice, Line Manager and Lifetime Trainer
Feedback sessions to discuss progress
Obtain Functional Skills in English and Maths (if you don't already have GCSE or equivalents)
30 hours paid work every week
Benefits for M&B staff:
Love eating out? You'll love it even more with a massive 33% discount across all our brands. Whether its date night at Miller & Carter or family roast at Toby Carvery, we've got you covered.
Never a dull moment - fun, laughs and lifelong friends!
Funded qualification up to degree level
Charity is important to us. From the company charities to the one which is close to your heart; you can choose how to give something back.
Enjoy a 33% discount off a cosy stay at our Inn Keepers Lodges.
On top of all this, we offer a pension; 28 days paid holiday; high-street shopping discounts; and we even give you free shares!
Wage will be:
16-20 year olds: £10 per hour
21+ year olds: £12.21 per hour
At Mitchells and Butlers you will be working towards a Production Chef Level 2 Apprenticeship standard over the course of 15 months.Training:Chef Academy Production Chef Level 2, including Functional Skills in Maths and English.Training Outcome:Ongoing support and development.Employer Description:You already know Mitchells & Butlers, even if you don't realise it! That's because we run many of the UK's most famous restaurant and pub brands, including: All Bar One, Sizzling Pubs, Vintage Inns, Harvester, Ember Inns, Toby Carvery, Crown Carveries, Castle, Nicholson's, Premium Country Dining Group, O'Neill's, Alex, Village Pub & Kitchen, Miller & Carter, Browns, Innkeeper's Lodge, Orchid Pubs and The Oak Tree.Working Hours :Shift work including bank holidays, evenings and weekends. Exact shifts to be confirmed.Skills: Team Working,Organisation Skills....Read more...
You'll learn how to:
Work with an experienced team to understand what the aim of the content piece is
Learn new tools that will help with your content writing
Researching into the topic that your content piece is about
Apply SEO content writing practices to increase traffic to websites/social media profiles
Produce content in a variety of formats (e.g. blogs, explanations, updates)
Perform keyword research
Structure your content around videos/images
Conduct research on Google Analytics to understand how your content is performing and how you could improve it
Creating content for a wide variety of different niches
Learning how to optimise content for search engines like Google
Become an expert with content writing tools
Training Outcome:The successful candidate may be offered a full-time position upon completion of the apprenticeship. Employer Description:We have been established as Soft Surfaces Ltd since 1997 and have a great deal of experience in dealing with various projects in the sport and play industry.
Over the last 10 years we have expanded rapidly to become one of the leading playground and sport facility installers in the UK. We have completed numerous installations of safe play area flooring, synthetic sports pitches and multi use games areas in a range of designs and sizes.Working Hours :Monday to Friday. Shifts TBC.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Content writing....Read more...
You'll learn how to:
Assist with multi-channel marketing campaigns across social media, email, print, and web
Manage and update social media platforms with engaging beauty content
Help design and schedule email newsletters and promotional campaigns
Support the creation of printed marketing materials for events and promotions
Maintain and update the company website using WordPress
Track and report on digital analytics for campaigns
Keep the content calendar organised and up to date
Assist with event planning and product launches
Provide admin support, including data collection and reporting
Training Outcome:
The successful candidate may be offered a full-time position upon completion of the apprenticeship
Employer Description:We have been established as Soft Surfaces Ltd since 1997 and have a great deal of experience in dealing with various projects in the sport and play industry.
Over the last 10 years we have expanded rapidly to become one of the leading playground and sport facility installers in the UK. We have completed numerous installations of safe play area flooring, synthetic sports pitches and multi use games areas in a range of designs and sizes.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, Shifts to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Team working,Creative,Initiative....Read more...
As part of the office team, you'll be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely orders, guaranteeing customer satisfaction and getting involved in all aspects of equipment sourcing and rehiring.
Answering the phone and responding to emails/messages
Creating and maintaining relationships with suppliers
Helping, giving advice, solving problems and building relationships with both customers and work colleagues
Processing and scheduling orders on the computer system and general administration
Ensuring that all administration duties relating to orders are up to date
Training:
Apprentices will be working towards the Level 3 Business Administrator Standard
Apprentices will be supported via an agreed training plan
Training will be discussed at enrolment and will include input from the employer, training provider an apprentice
The apprentice will receive monthly workplace or virtual visits with a dedicated assessor
The assessor will set individualised learning tasks as part of the apprentice’s workplace training that will incorporate your daily role and duties
There is no set mandatory qualification within this Standard, however all training will be delivered to allow students to stretch to the highest grade at EPA (distinction).
8 weekly reviews will monitor progress by all parties
Apprentices completing this standard, will gain 15 months of practical training and the remaining 3 months will be dedicated to End Point Assessment preparation
The EPA consists of:
Knowledge test
Portfolio based interview
Project presentation
Training Outcome:Excellent career development opportunities for the right candidate after successful completion of the apprenticeship.Employer Description:Our business is built around efficiency, relationships and value. We take the hassle out of the hire game leaving you time to focus on the job at hand.
SERVICE - Our friendly & experienced team are here to make things run smoothly for you.
SUPPLY - Our extensive UK-wide supply network means you get the equipment you need, when you need it, wherever you need it.
SIMPLE - Our “keep things simple” ethos means less paperwork for you, and more time for you to focus on what matters most for your business.Working Hours :Monday to Friday 8.0am - 5.00pm
(1 hour unpaid lunch break)Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Number skills,Good level of literacy,Clear & confident phone manner,Willingness to learn,Adaptable,Enthusiastic,Ability to multitask,Keen to learn....Read more...
