Main Duties:
Selling financial products and services to meet branch targets such as ISA Accounts Applications, Bonds Accounts, Life insurance sales, and Instant Savings accounts
Processing letters and parcels in the correct manner and giving the right service
Processing pension and benefits payout with Bill Payments
Banking Transactions such as Cash Deposits, Cash Withdrawals, Cheque Deposits and Change Giving Western Union Money Transfers
Bill Payments such as Gas Bill, Electric Bill, Council Tax, Water Bills, etc.
Processing car tax and DVLA forms
Passport check and send service
Providing travel insurance and foreign currency Bureau transactions
Maintain an accurate stock and cash balance at the end of each shift
Complete and Process End-of-Month Stock and Cash Reconciliations
Complete processes for Royal Mail Deliveries - Postman deliveries and processes
Retail Duties:
Process payments at the retail counter accurately and efficiently
Clean and organize the store when needed
Welcome customers into the store and help them locate items
Training Outcome:There may be an opportunity for a permanent position upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.Employer Description:At Hucknall Post Office, we are offering an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to join our team, delivering excellent customer service while working towards a Level 2 Customer Service apprenticeship.Working Hours :40 Hours per week
Monday to Saturday.
9:00 to 17:30 during the week and 9:00 to 13:00 on Saturdays.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Team working,Initiative,Patience....Read more...
We are working closely with a growing, multi-site operation combining a busy restaurant, a food-led retail store. The business operates in a fast-paced, high-volume environment where stock, margins, and labour costs change daily. Think craft beer, burgers, premium groceries, and a constant flow of footfall – both eat-in and grab-and-go. There are currently multiple locations, each with its own P&L, but with centralised finance.The Financial Controller needs a hands-on, reliable Management Accountant who understands the unique pressures of hospitality and retail – from stock shrinkage to split-second EPOS data.This is not a remote back-office role. The business needs someone who can sit between the books and the shop floor. You will work directly with the FC to:Key Responsibilities
Manage purchase ledger, sales ledger, and bank reconciliations across all sitesProcess supplier invoices and match to delivery notes (high volume – food, drink, packaging, retail goods)Reconcile EPOS data (till systems) to daily sales reports and bank depositsPrepare weekly cash flow forecasts and monitor daily bankingAssist with weekly and month-end stock takes (food, drink, retail merchandise)Analyse stock variances, wastage, theft, and over-pouringCalculate accurate gross profit by product category (e.g., fresh food, alcohol, packaged goods)Work with site managers to reduce shrinkage and improve marginProduce individual P&Ls for each location and a consolidated viewTrack key hospitality/retail metrics: average spend, cover counts, GP%, labour %, wastage %Identify underperforming sites or product linesPrepare VAT returns (including food vs non-food, zero-rated, standard-rated – hospitality/retail specific)Support with payroll data (hourly staff, tips, tronc)Assist with year-end audit and stock valuationDeputise for the FC when required
Essential Candidate Profile
Hospitality and/or retail experience – has worked in a restaurant group, pub chain, cafe operator, deli, or multisite convenience retail business.Multisite understanding – knows that each site has its own personality, team, and stock challenges.Stock-savvy – comfortable with stock sheets, variance reports, and chasing site teams for accuracy.Systems-capable – can handle EPOS, accounting software (Xero/Sage/QuickBooks), and Excel (pivot tables, lookups).Hard-working and autonomous – needs minimal supervision, but knows when to escalate to the FC.Process-driven – will suggest better ways to track wastage, automate supplier reconciliations, or speed up month-end.
Desirable (but not essential)
Experience with hospitality-specific software (e.g., Fourth, Apicbase, or EPOS back-office tools).Knowledge of multi-VAT rates in food and drink (e.g., eat-in vs takeaway, alcohol, soft drinks).Previously managed or supported a team of site-level administrators.
What the Role Offers
Direct line to the FC – real responsibility, not just data entry.A hybrid working pattern (some days at the Walthamstow head office/site, some from home).The chance to shape finance processes in a growing hospitality/retail group.A down-to-earth, high-energy culture – no corporate excess.
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ACCOUNTS ASSISTANTHAMMERSMITH, WEST LONDON (OFFICE BASED)£30,000 to £40,000 + BENEFITS
THE OPPORTUNITY:We’re partnering with a well-established and highly reputable hospitality business that is looking to recruit an Accounts Assistant to support the day-to-day running of the finance function.Working closely with the Financial Controller, this is a fantastic opportunity for someone with previous experience in a position such as Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant or Assistant Accountant, who is looking to develop their career within a fast-paced and professional environment.The successful candidate will support a broad range of finance duties including reconciliations, purchase ledger, invoicing, supplier payments, banking, and reporting, whilst ensuring financial records are maintained accurately and efficiently.THE ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT ROLE:
Reporting to the Financial Controller, supporting the day-to-day running of the accounts function
Taking full responsibility for the Accounts Payable process, processing large volumes of invoices into the system (using tech-based scanning), validating accuracy and confirming onto the system
Reconciling supplier statements and preparing files for monthly payment runs
Using EPOS till data to reviewing daily sale transactions/takings, investigating discrepancies, and chasing outstanding payments from customers
Raising sales invoices and issuing statements to customers
Making bank deposits and supporting daily banking activities
Maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring all transactions are recorded correctly
Supporting month-end finance administration and reporting duties
Liaising with suppliers and internal departments regarding account queries
Supporting the wider finance team with ad hoc accounts and administrative duties
Ensuring confidentiality and accuracy across all financial processes at all times
THE PERSON:
Current experience within an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Assistant Accountant, or similar role
Experience within hospitality, retail, or a fast-paced customer-focused environment would be advantageous, but is not essential
Confident processing invoices, reconciliations, payments, and general finance administration
Experience using Xero or similar accounting software would be beneficial
Strong attention to detail with excellent organisational and analytical skills
Good IT skills including MS Excel and finance systems
A team player with a positive attitude and willingness to learn
Able to work effectively under pressure within a busy environment
TO APPLY:Please send your CV for the Accounts Assistant role via the advert for immediate consideration.
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We are working with a young and expanding hospitality brand with a fresh take on the industry. They pride themselves on creating a friendly, intimate, and unpretentious environment for both their guests and their tight-knit team.As they continue to grow, they are looking for a hands-on, strategic Finance Director to step in as maternity cover and lead the finance function through an exciting phase of development.As Finance Director (Maternity Cover), you will take full ownership of the finance function, ensuring continuity and stability across all financial operations – including budgeting, forecasting, reporting, funding, payroll, and tronc compliance.You will lead and develop a small finance team, build scalable systems, and work cross-functionally to support commercial priorities such as new site openings, cost control, and operational excellence.Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic & Financial Leadership
Lead the development and delivery of financial strategy aligned with business growth plans and commercial objectives, including new site openings, partnerships, and change projects.Provide clear financial insight and guidance to support high-quality decision-making across all departments.Translate data into action, ensuring financial performance supports revenue growth, profit improvement, and operational excellence.Balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution, supporting both head office and site-level initiatives.Prepare and present regular commercial summaries and board-style packs that translate performance into actionable insights.Develop scenario and sensitivity analysis to stress-test key assumptions and support strategic decision-making.
Financial Control & Governance
Own all internal financial reporting processes, including monthly management accounts, flash reporting, and performance reviews.Maintain compliance with all financial, legal, and statutory requirements (including audit, VAT, tax, Companies House, and accounting standards).Lead preparation of year-end accounts and manage relationships with external advisors including auditors and tax consultants.Implement and maintain scalable systems, controls, and policies that enable accuracy, transparency, and good governance.Continuously improve reporting systems and processes to drive better financial visibility and informed decision-making.Ensure timely and accurate delivery of reporting packs tailored for different stakeholder needs (e.g., internal leadership, funders, external advisors).
Payroll, Tronc & Compliance
Oversee the end-to-end payroll process, ensuring accurate, timely payments in line with internal policies and external regulations.Maintain the relationship with the appointed Troncmaster, ensuring the tronc scheme is fair, transparent, and compliant with current legislation.Regularly review and audit payroll and tronc processes, with strong documentation and accountability in place.Support the People function with guidance on pay-related compliance and operational improvement.
Budgeting, Forecasting & Planning
Lead the annual budgeting process, working cross-functionally to ensure clarity and accountability at every level.Develop rolling forecasts and long-term financial plans to support growth and investment strategies.Manage cashflow forecasting and treasury oversight, ensuring liquidity and planning agility.Build and maintain financial models for scenario planning, site investment, and risk assessment.
Banking, Funding & Investor Relations
Own relationships with banks and funding partners, ensuring appropriate facilities are in place and well-managed.Lead financial planning for capex and site rollout, including financing, return on investment analysis, and covenant monitoring.Coordinate financial updates, investment reporting, and performance insight required for external stakeholders.Ensure funding structures align with business priorities and growth objectives.Build and maintain detailed scenario-based models and sensitivity analyses to assess investment risk, business resilience, and growth planning.Collaborate cross-functionally to embed financial understanding and ownership into local site and departmental planning.
Operational & Commercial Support
Act as a senior business partner to Operations, People, Marketing, and Commercial teams, supporting initiatives across labour, sales, and cost of goods.Work with Operations and site management to drive financial accountability and identify margin improvement opportunities.Analyse commercial performance and contract effectiveness (e.g., suppliers, utilities), helping departments make value-led decisions.Provide financial insight and challenge in project scoping, business casing, and commercial reviews.Develop and roll out automated Power BI dashboards and tools to empower teams with real-time, self-serve insight.
Systems, Controls & Team Leadership
Lead, develop, and structure the finance team to deliver a high-performing, service-oriented function during the maternity cover period.Maintain a high standard of internal controls, ensuring productivity, accuracy, and compliance.Support succession planning and upskilling within the team, in line with the business’s value of developing the best people.Encourage continuous improvement by leveraging technology and team capability to streamline finance workflows.
Other Responsibilities
Stay up to date with regulatory, tax, and sector-specific developments, advising on any necessary changes or risks.Champion a values-led, commercially focused culture within and beyond the finance team.
Experience & Qualities Criteria
Minimum of 10 years experience at senior level finance (Head of Finance, FD)Proven success leading finance in a fast-paced, multi-site environment – ideally hospitality, leisure, or retail.Strong technical expertise across financial reporting, payroll, compliance, and controls.Hands-on experience managing payroll operations and third-party tronc schemes.Track record of building effective relationships with banks, investors, and funding partners.Highly analytical, with experience developing and interpreting financial models and business intelligence dashboards (Power BI or equivalent).Confident presenting strategic financial insights to senior stakeholders and investors.Available to commit to a 12–14 month maternity cover contract.
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Finance Director Designate | Spalding, Lincolnshire | £90,000 – £110,000 + BenefitsThe BusinessThis is a market-leading British business with more than three decades of heritage, operating from a world-class, purpose-built facility in Lincolnshire. It supplies some of the UK's largest retailers and has built its reputation on a genuine commitment to quality, innovation and sustainable operations.The business operates across two commercially distinct divisions. The first is established, operationally sophisticated and deeply embedded with its blue-chip retail partners - a genuine market leader in its sector. The second is where the next chapter is being written - a science-led platform with real commercial traction, developing specialist products a purpose-built, compliance-grade facility.Led by a founder-connected CEO who has been instrumental in building the business to where it is today, the company is at a genuine inflection point - strong foundations, serious infrastructure and clear ambition for what comes next.The OpportunityThis is a newly structured senior finance role, created to bring greater commercial depth and strategic rigour to the finance function as the business enters its next phase of growth.Reporting directly to the CEO and with full board exposure, the Finance Director Designate will lead an established finance team and take ownership of everything from day-to-day financial management through to strategic planning, investment appraisal and stakeholder reporting. This is a genuine stepping-stone role - for the right person, the path to full FD is clear and intended.The business operates across two commercially distinct divisions, each with its own dynamics, investment profile and growth trajectory. The person coming into this role will need to get under the skin of both, and be as comfortable in a commercial conversation as a technical one. What You'll Be Responsible For
Leading and developing the finance team, setting the standard for accuracy, pace and commercial thinking across the function.Owning the monthly management accounts, board reporting pack and all financial reporting obligations, ensuring the CEO and board have the quality of information they need to make good decisions.Driving the annual budgeting and forecasting process across both divisions, with a focus on meaningful variance analysis and forward-looking insight rather than retrospective reporting.Acting as the commercial finance partner to the CEO and senior leadership team - challenging assumptions, stress-testing plans and bringing financial clarity to strategic decisions.Managing relationships with the business's banking and debt partners, with a solid understanding of existing facilities and the discipline to manage covenant compliance and cash efficiently.Overseeing statutory reporting, audit, tax and compliance, working with external advisers where appropriate.Supporting the evaluation of capital investment decisions across both divisions, including business cases, returns analysis and post-investment review.
What We're Looking For
A qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with a strong track record at Financial Controller or Head of Finance level, ready to take the next step into a board-facing FD role.Someone who has operated in a business of genuine complexity - ideally with manufacturing, food production, life sciences, FMCG or similarly operationally intensive experience, though this is not prescriptive.A natural communicator who can translate financial complexity into clear, confident narratives for a CEO and board audience, and who is comfortable being the most senior finance voice in the room.A hands-on leader who takes pride in the quality of their team's output and invests in developing the people around them.Someone with the commercial instinct to look beyond the numbers and contribute meaningfully to strategic conversations, not just report on them.Comfortable with ambiguity and energised by a business that is actively evolving, rather than one where the path is already clearly defined.
Why This Role
A genuine FD designate position with a clear and credible progression path, not an indefinite holding pattern.Direct access to a founder-connected CEO who is deeply invested in the business and expects his senior team to be equally engaged.A business with real heritage, serious infrastructure and two growth platforms - one established and market-leading, one pioneering and still being built.A Lincolnshire base with a leadership team that values presence and collaboration.£90,000 – £110,000 depending on experience, plus a competitive benefits package.
How to ApplyThis search is being managed on a confidential basis. To find out more or to register your interest, please contact the IFF team directly. The business will be revealed at the appropriate stage of the process to shortlisted candidates. About IFF Talent:Imagine a recruitment partner that doesn’t stop at placing you in the perfect role - one that supports your personal and professional growth across your entire career journey.At IFF Talent, we believe recruitment should be relational, not transactional.Our slogan, "Beyond Recruitment" is our commitment to continue adding value long after the placement - whether you're hiring, exploring, or simply growing. INDHS Equals One is an advertising and recruitment agency working on behalf of our client to promote this vacancy. You may be contacted directly by the employer should they wish to progress your application. Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide specific feedback if your application is unsuccessful.....Read more...
