Transport Manager

Transport Manager General Haulage & Pallet Network Colchester, Essex £40,000 - £50,000 (depending on experience) Monday - Friday, Days A leading logistics business is seeking an experienced Transport Manager to join its Colchester operation. This is a fantastic opportunity for a strong transport professional to take full ownership of a busy, fast-paced transport function within a general haulage and pallet network environment. This role is ideal for a hands-on Transport Manager who can lead people, drive compliance, optimise fleet performance and deliver high service levels across a mixed operation including general haulage, groupage, tramping and pallet network activity. The Transport Manager will be responsible for the overall management of transport operations, ensuring legal compliance, operational efficiency and commercial performance, while developing a high-performing team of planners and drivers. The Candidate; CPC Transport Management Qualification Proven experience as a Transport Manager within a national general haulage fleet Strong background in general haulage and/or pallet network operations Experience managing transport teams, including planners and drivers A commercial mindset with the ability to balance service, cost and profitability Sound knowledge of national transport operations, tramping and backload optimisation Strong understanding of transport compliance, driver hours and fleet management Ability to negotiate and manage third-party haulier relationships and rates Strong customer service and stakeholder management skills Confident decision-maker, able to perform under pressure and to tight deadlines Duties and Responsibilities; Full responsibility for the day-to-day management of transport operations Leading, coaching and developing a team of planners and transport staff Managing driver performance, compliance, and engagement Ensuring full compliance with O-Licence, driver hours, and transport legislation Overseeing national route planning, inbound and outbound flows, and pallet network operations Ownership of transport KPIs, service levels and operational performance Making commercial decisions on fleet utilisation, ad-hoc pricing and backload opportunities Managing and developing relationships with third-party hauliers and 3PL partners Negotiating haulier rates and monitoring third-party performance Overseeing planning systems and transport technology (currently Sterling) Monitoring fleet performance using tracking and telematics systems Handling customer escalations and ensuring critical service KPIs are achieved Driving continuous improvement across the general haulage and pallet network operation If you have Transport Manager Experience and would like to be considered for this opportunity, please apply via the link. At Aspion, our core values have been built around the importance of transparency, innovation, passion and collaboration. As such, we are committed to open communication and the protection of your privacy. We have updated our policies in line with new General Data Protection Regulation laws to make it easier for you to understand how we collect, store and handle your data - These can be viewed on our website. ASPLOG

Financial Accountant FMCG / Manufacturing Sector Wallingford, Oxfordshire £58,000 - £60,000 per annum, hybrid Working A central finance function is seeking an experienced Financial Accountant to deliver accurate financial reporting, tax compliance, and support the operational and commercial finance teams across a multi-brand UK business. This role covers a circa £500m + P&L and provides a key link across operational finance teams in factories and commercial finance teams managing customer accounts. Reporting directly to the Head of Financial Controls, this is a hands-on role with no team management, ideal for a qualified accountant (CIMA/ACCA) with experience in consolidation, intercompany reporting, and operational finance support. The successful candidate will be approachable, collaborative, and able to engage with colleagues across all business units to ensure consistent, timely, and accurate financial management. The Benefits:- £58,000 - £60,000 per annum Pension 10% matched Death In service x 1 25 + 8 Days Holiday Hybrid working, work from home 2 days per week The Candidate; Fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA or equivalent) Strong experience in financial reporting, consolidation, and management accounting Knowledge of tax compliance, fixed assets, and accounting standards (IFRS/GAAP) Experienced with ERP systems (Sage, Oracle, IFS) Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organisational skills Approachable, collaborative, and able to build strong working relationships across the business FMCG or manufacturing experience preferred Proficient in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools Key Responsibilities: Financial Reporting & Accounting Manage monthly internal and group reporting processes, including consolidation of multi-entity accounts Maintain the general ledger and ensure accurate accounting records Support intercompany accounting and reconciliation of balances Prepare month-end journals, balance sheet reconciliations, and management reporting packs Support year-end reporting requirements and liaise with external auditors Work closely with operational and commercial finance teams to provide insights and guidance Tax & Compliance Lead preparation and submission of VAT, corporation tax, and other tax returns Manage R&D tax credit claims in conjunction with external advisors Ensure compliance with HMRC and other tax regulations Support tax control reviews and liaise with tax authorities as required Fixed Assets Maintain the fixed asset register in line with group policies Ensure proper accounting for additions, disposals, and depreciation Insurance & Other Duties Provide financial information for insurance renewals and liaise with brokers Support ad-hoc financial projects and requests from senior management At Aspion, our core values have been built around the importance of transparency, innovation, passion and collaboration. As such, we are committed to open communication and the protection of your privacy. We have updated our policies in line with new General Data Protection Regulation laws to make it easier for you to understand how we collect, store and handle your data - These can be viewed on our website. ASPLOG

Finance Manager FMCG / Manufacturing Sector Wallingford, Oxfordshire £60,000 - £65,000 per annum + Bonus, hybrid Working An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Finance Manager to take ownership of internal controls, statutory reporting, financial governance and systems development across a complex UK business structure, comprising both trading and non-trading entities. This is a hands-on technical role with no people management, ideal for a qualified accountant moving from practice into industry, or someone already operating in a strong financial control environment. Reporting into the Head of Financial Control, the role plays a critical part in strengthening governance, managing risk, supporting audits end-to-end, and enhancing systems and processes across the business. The Benefits:- - £60,000 - £65,000 per annum - Bonus - 5.5% - 8% - Pension 10% matched - Death In service x 2 - 25 + 8 Days Holiday - Hybrid working, work from home 2 days per week - Bupa, private healthcare The Candidate; - Fully qualified accountant (ACCA / CIMA or equivalent) - 3-5 years post-qualified experience is highly desirable - Strong background in audit, financial control, and statutory reporting - Experience working with ERP/accounting systems - Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills - Experienced within internal control, process improvement and risk management - Extensive experience within internal audits - Strong background in financial control, governance, audit and statutory reporting - Experience working in audit environment - Enterprise risk management experience in highly desirable - Proficient in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools Key Responsibilities: Internal Controls & Process Improvement (Critical) - Lead internal control reviews across financial and operational processes - Strengthen financial governance and control frameworks in line with best practice - Identify control gaps, assess risk, and drive remediation plans to completion - Ensure robust controls are in place to prevent financial misstatement or operational failure - Drive standardisation, automation, and continuous improvement of control environments - Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders on control and governance matters Audit & Assurance - Act as the primary UK contact for external auditors - Support the full year-end audit process from planning through to completion - Coordinate audit responses, manage findings, and track actions to closure - Support Group audit and risk governance requirements Statutory Reporting & Compliance (Critical) - Lead preparation of UK statutory accounts under UK GAAP / IFRS - Manage statutory timetables and Companies House filings - Ensure alignment between statutory, management, and group reporting - Maintain compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements Enterprise Risk Management (Desirable) - Lead the UK ERM process in line with group methodology - Maintain and update the UK risk register - Facilitate risk assessments and workshops with functional leaders - Monitor mitigation plans and escalate material risks appropriately Systems Development - Support ERP and finance systems development with a strong controls focus - Drive automation of financial controls within systems - Contribute to wider finance, IT, and governance improvement initiatives - Participate in ad hoc strategic and systems-led projects Stakeholder Engagement - Work closely with Finance, Operations, Supply Chain, Commercial, HR and IT teams - Build strong relationships across the business to embed ownership of controls and risk - Communicate clearly, positively and confidently at all levels At Aspion, our core values have been built around the importance of transparency, innovation, passion and collaboration. As such, we are committed to open communication and the protection of your privacy. We have updated our policies in line with new General Data Protection Regulation laws to make it easier for you to understand how we collect, store and handle your data - These can be viewed on our website. ASPLOG

Interim Finance Manager FMCG / Manufacturing Sector Wallingford, Oxfordshire Day Rate (flexible depending on experience) Interim Contract (likely 3-6 months) An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Finance Manager to take ownership of internal controls, statutory reporting, financial governance and systems development across a complex UK business structure, comprising both trading and non-trading entities. This is a hands-on technical role with no people management, ideal for a qualified accountant moving from practice into industry, or someone already operating in a strong financial control environment. Reporting into the Head of Financial Control, the role plays a critical part in strengthening governance, managing risk, supporting audits end-to-end, and enhancing systems and processes across the business. The Candidate; - Fully qualified accountant (ACCA / CIMA or equivalent) - 3-5 years post-qualified experience is highly desirable - Strong background in audit, financial control, and statutory reporting - Experience working with ERP/accounting systems - Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills - Experienced within internal control, process improvement and risk management - Extensive experience within internal audits - Strong background in financial control, governance, audit and statutory reporting - Experience working in audit environment - Enterprise risk management experience in highly desirable - Proficient in Microsoft Excel and financial reporting tools Key Responsibilities: Internal Controls & Process Improvement (Critical) - Lead internal control reviews across financial and operational processes - Strengthen financial governance and control frameworks in line with best practice - Identify control gaps, assess risk, and drive remediation plans to completion - Ensure robust controls are in place to prevent financial misstatement or operational failure - Drive standardisation, automation, and continuous improvement of control environments - Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders on control and governance matters Audit & Assurance - Act as the primary UK contact for external auditors - Support the full year-end audit process from planning through to completion - Coordinate audit responses, manage findings, and track actions to closure - Support Group audit and risk governance requirements Statutory Reporting & Compliance (Critical) - Lead preparation of UK statutory accounts under UK GAAP / IFRS - Manage statutory timetables and Companies House filings - Ensure alignment between statutory, management, and group reporting - Maintain compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements Enterprise Risk Management (Desirable) - Lead the UK ERM process in line with group methodology - Maintain and update the UK risk register - Facilitate risk assessments and workshops with functional leaders - Monitor mitigation plans and escalate material risks appropriately Systems Development - Support ERP and finance systems development with a strong controls focus - Drive automation of financial controls within systems - Contribute to wider finance, IT, and governance improvement initiatives - Participate in ad hoc strategic and systems-led projects Stakeholder Engagement - Work closely with Finance, Operations, Supply Chain, Commercial, HR and IT teams - Build strong relationships across the business to embed ownership of controls and risk - Communicate clearly, positively and confidently at all levels At Aspion, our core values have been built around the importance of transparency, innovation, passion and collaboration. As such, we are committed to open communication and the protection of your privacy. We have updated our policies in line with new General Data Protection Regulation laws to make it easier for you to understand how we collect, store and handle your data - These can be viewed on our website. ASPLOG