36 jobs found in Bedford

Accounts Payable Clerk 3-6 Month Temporary Contract (Potential to Extend) Location: NN3 Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm (37.5 hours) Pay Rate: £14.36 per hour Hybrid Working: 1-2 days working from home per week We are currently recruiting for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join a busy and well-established finance team on an initial 3-6 month temporary contract, with the potential for the assignment to be extended. This role is ideal for someone with previous high-volume Accounts Payable experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in processing invoices accurately and efficiently. The Role: Working as part of a supportive Accounts Payable team, you will be responsible for ensuring supplier invoices are processed promptly and accurately while helping to maintain the smooth day-to-day running of the purchase ledger function. Key responsibilities include: Processing a high volume of purchase invoices Matching invoices to purchase...

Accounts Payable Specialist 3-6 Month Temporary Contract (Potential to Extend) Location: NN3 Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm (37.5 hours) Salary: £16.41 per hour Hybrid Working: 1-2 days working from home per week We are currently recruiting for an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join a busy and fast-paced finance team on an initial 3-6 month temporary contract, with the potential for the assignment to be extended. This is an excellent opportunity for an Accounts Payable professional who enjoys working in a high-volume environment and is confident taking ownership of complex AP tasks while supporting ongoing process improvement projects. The Role: Reporting to the Accounts Payable Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of the purchase ledger function while helping to resolve historic issues and support wider finance initiatives. Key responsibilities include: Processing high volumes of purchase invoices accurately and...

Credit Controller – 8 month FTC A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Credit Controller to join a well-established distribution company based in Stevenage on an 8-month fixed-term contract with potential to go permanent. In this busy and varied role, you will take ownership of collecting invoices in line with agreed payment terms, working closely with customers and internal teams to resolve queries quickly and professionally. You will need to be confident on the phone, highly organised, detail-focused and able to prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment. What you’ll be doing: * Take ownership of collecting invoices in line with agreed payment terms. * Process invoices, credit notes and RMAs accurately and on time to support strong cash collection. * Resolve customer queries promptly by liaising with teams across the business. * Raising manual invoices and credit notes to customers. * Running credit checks for the opening of new accounts...

Interim Financial Controller: This is a hands-on leadership role requiring a technically strong finance professional who can take ownership of financial control, statutory reporting, audit management and team leadership from day one. You'll work closely with senior stakeholders, ensuring the finance function continues to operate effectively while supporting both immediate priorities and longer-term objectives. Client Details Michael Page are partnering with a well-established international organisation in Cambridge with a genuinely meaningful mission and global reach. Operating across multiple countries, the organisation manages a complex funding and operational environment and is seeking an experienced Interim Financial Controller to provide leadership and stability during a period of transition. Description Interim Financial Controller: Lead the month-end and year-end close processes. Manage all balance sheet reconciliations and financial controls. Oversee financial...

Group Financial Accountant Cambridge (2 days in the office) 12 Month Fixed-Term Contract £60,000 - £65,000 Our client is a highly respected international organisation seeking a technically strong Financial Accountant to join their Group Finance team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant who enjoys working within a collaborative, high-performing finance function, taking ownership of group reporting, statutory accounts, technical accounting and financial control in a complex, multi-entity environment. Working alongside an experienced finance leadership team, you'll play a key role in ensuring accurate month-end reporting, supporting statutory reporting requirements and providing technical accounting expertise across the business. You'll also have the opportunity to contribute to finance transformation and continuous improvement initiatives. Key Responsibilities - Prepare monthly group consolidation journals and support...

NLB Solutions are working with an organisation that are looking to recruit for a Finance Officer that has experience of processing accounts payables invoices and deal with any issues proactively. The business have a fully remote working policy but have regular meetings in St Albans, Watford or Hemel. The Finance Officer will report into a Purchase Ledger Manager that has been instrumental in making the team operate effectively and efficiently in the requirements of the business. The role is to work as part of team of 4 and is supported by an individual that offers mentorship and development. The role will mainly be process driven but will need someone proactive and with good communication skills. An individual with at least 2 or 3 years of experience as a minimum is required to make a success of this opportunity. Duties: • Invoices are processed accurately, queries are resolved and reconciliations completed in line with specific timeframes. • All funds received into bank accounts...

Finance Assistant - FTC | St Albans | Up to £33k Our client, experts in their field, are a modern and innovative firm looking for a Finance Assistant for maternity cover, 9-12 months. You will support and assist the Head of Finance with day-to-day financial management. What’s in it for you? · Salary: Up to £33k depending on experience · Hours: Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm, office based · 25 days holiday (plus 2 additional for Christmas period) · Subsidised parking Key responsibilities: · Update financial spreadsheets with monthly transactions · Prepare profit and loss schedules · Reconcile bank statements · Provide regular updates on fees delivered against target · Process tax payments on Finance Managers instructions · Record monthly payroll entries and journals thereof · Process monthly pension payments and recording thereof · Process supplier invoices and follow up with suppliers and managers as needed · Provide administrative support during budget preparation ·...

RECfinancial are exclusively recruiting on behalf of a well-established construction business in Leicestershire, who are seeking to appoint an Finance Assistant to join their team on a full-time basis. This would be a Temporary to Permanent position working Monday - Friday office based.   A unique opportunity to become available to be part of a pro-active and forward thinking business that values progression and development. Working closely with the Accounts Manager, you will benefit from hands-on guidance, while gaining valuable experience within a busy finance function.  Commutable from Leicester, Market Harborough, Kibworth, Great Glen, Leicestershire and North Warwickshire. Main role of Finance Assistant  The main purpose of this role is to look after the transactional side of accounting, including Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, bank reconciliation and weekly reporting. The successful applicant will be undertaking various Financial tasks with an analytical...

Credit Controller | Peterborough | Contract / 6-9 Months | 37 Hours per Week / £20.86ph | Onsite (5 Days) | Are you an experienced Credit Controller looking to take the next step in your career with a global organisation? We're looking for a proactive and detail-oriented individual to join a busy Financial Services team, managing a portfolio of key customer accounts while helping to drive cash collection, reduce overdue debt and minimise financial risk. The Role Manage a portfolio of customer accounts to maximise cash collection and reduce aged debt. Chase outstanding payments and negotiate payment plans. Build strong relationships with customers and internal stakeholders. Produce aged debt reports and provide regular updates on collection activity. Support month-end processes, reconciliations and audit requirements. Identify opportunities to improve processes and reporting.What We're Looking For Previous experience in Credit Control or Accounts Receivable. Good understanding...

Credit Controller Peterborough PE1 (Onsite role) 6 - 9 months contract – may extend, in line with business need 37 hours a week Mon - Fri: Latest start time is 08:30, most of the team start at 7am (finish time dependent on start time), earlier finish on a Friday! Up to £15.37 PAYE hourly rate plus holiday and pension contribution OR Umbrella hourly rates up to £20.86 Are you a Credit Controller who can build strong customer relationships and collaborate to resolve issues? Would you like to work for a world-renowned brand? We are looking for a Credit Controller to join our client’s Financial Services Team in Peterborough. This is a 6 - 9 month contract which may extend, in line with business need. You’ll manage a portfolio of key global customers, driving cash collection, reducing overdue debt, and minimising payment risk. This is a great opportunity to gain exposure to global matrix operations within a globally renowned Fortune 100 organisation What the Credit Controller will do:...

Belmont Recruitment are currently looking for an experienced Exchequer Assistant to join Rutland Council on an initial 3-6 month temporary contract. This is a full-time role working 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Key Responsibilities * Process supplier invoices and ensure timely creditor payments, including BACS payment runs. * Raise debtor invoices and credit notes in line with agreed timescales. * Set up and maintain supplier and customer accounts. * Process and reconcile cash receipts, banking transactions and income records. * Ensure the correct treatment of VAT and assist with CIS verification and deductions where required. * Reconcile financial data, investigate discrepancies and clear suspense accounts. * Monitor outstanding debts and assist with debt recovery activities in accordance with Council policies. * Provide advice and guidance to internal departments on purchasing, invoicing and financial procedures. * Respond to finance enquiries...

Are you an experienced Council Tax Officer looking for your next challenge in local government? We are working with a local authority seeking a skilled professional to join their Revenues team on a contract basis. In this role, you will manage council tax and business rates accounts, identify liable parties, apply reliefs, and ensure accurate billing. You will also handle complex cases, take enforcement action when required, and support colleagues in maintaining high service standards. Key Responsibilities Manage and maintain council tax and business rates accounts Identify liable parties, calculate charges, and issue accurate bills Take enforcement action to recover outstanding debts Advise on complex cases and legislation Support and train colleagues to ensure consistent, high-quality service Contribute to process and system improvementsRequirements Proven experience in council tax and business rates administration within a local authority Strong knowledge of revenues...

Highways Contract Manager (NEC4) – 6-Month Contract Location: Oxfordshire (2–3 days per week in the office, Tuesdays mandatory, other days subject to business needs) Rate: £65 per hour (Umbrella) Contract: 6 Months (Potential Extension) We are seeking an experienced Highways Contract Manager to join on an initial 6-month contract. This is a senior opportunity to take responsibility for the NEC Service Manager function across major highways maintenance contracts valued between £30m–£50m per annum. This role is ideal for a highways professional with strong NEC4 contract management experience who can drive performance, value for money, and continuous improvement while working collaboratively with internal stakeholders and external contractors. Key Responsibilities Act as the delegated NEC Service Manager for Highways Maintenance contracts. Oversee the delivery and performance of highways contracts, ensuring compliance with NEC4 contract requirements. Manage contract performance,...

Are you ready to deliver meaningful financial insights in a dynamic environment? A leading company in the Facilities Management sector is hiring a Finance Business Partner in Oxfordshire to support critical contracts and drive informed decision-making. The Role As the Finance Business Partner, you’ll: • Support accurate financial reporting for two key contracts. • Drive cost reduction initiatives through analysis of financial data. • Build strong relationships with senior management and operational teams. • Lead month-end accounting and prepare financial models. • Manage external audits and ensure compliance with IFRS standards. You To be successful in the role of Finance Business Partner, you’ll bring: • Over 5 years of accounting experience, ideally in contract management. • Strong technical knowledge of IFRS and financial reporting. • Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail. • Proven ability to influence and work collaboratively with senior teams. • A proactive...

Accounts Assistant Monday to Friday 37.5 hours Leicester (fully office based with free parking) We are currently recruiting for an experienced Accounts Assistant to join a well-established and supportive finance team based in Leicester. This is an initial 3–6 month contract with potential to become permanent. Key responsibilities include: Processing a high volume of sales invoices Processing purchase invoices Reconciling invoices and resolving discrepancies Managing incoming payments, including allocation of receipts Managing outgoing payments, including supplier payments Providing general finance and administrative support as required About You Strong background in invoice processing Confident with account reconciliations Excellent attention to detail and accuracy Ability to manage workload effectively and work at pace A positive, hands-on team player If you’re immediately available (or available at short notice) and looking to join a friendly, established team where you can...

Payroll & Pensions Advisor Salary: £32,000 - £35,000 Contract: Full Time, 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract Location: Leicester/Hybrid - 2 days in office per week An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Payroll & Pensions Advisor to join a busy People Services team within a large and well-established organisation. This role is responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely preparation of payroll data ahead of monthly processing while supporting the delivery of a professional, compliant payroll and pensions service. You will act as a key escalation point for complex payroll and pensions queries, provide expert advice to colleagues and stakeholders, and support the administration of multiple pension schemes. The role also plays an important part in system improvements, process optimisation and continuous improvement initiatives across the organisation. Key Responsibilities: Prepare, coordinate and review monthly payroll data to ensure accuracy and...

Financial Accountant - Controls & Best Practice (Interim) £250 - £350 per day PAYE Start ASAP Contract up to October (then review) 2 days in office | (West London) We're partnering with a globally recognised consumer business seeking a strong Financial Accountant to support a key finance transformation programme. This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys reviewing processes, improving controls and helping shape best-practice finance approaches within a complex and evolving organisation. Working closely with stakeholders across the business, you'll support reporting, accounting reviews and process improvements while helping ensure robust financial controls across a large-scale environment. Key responsibilities: Reviewing accounting activity and financial controls Supporting process improvement and best-practice approaches Preparing reporting, reconciliations and variance analysis Supporting statutory and audit requirements Partnering with stakeholders across...

Partnership Accountant (18 Month FTC) London | Hybrid | 18 Month Fixed-Term Contract Partnership Accountant A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Partnership Accountant to join a large, well-established organisation on an 18-month fixed-term contract. This role offers broad exposure across partnership accounting, financial reporting and stakeholder support, working within a collaborative and high-performing finance team. Key Responsibilities * Partnership accounting and reporting. * Month-end accounting activities. * Financial reporting and reconciliations. * Balance sheet ownership. * Financial analysis. * Stakeholder support. * Process improvement initiatives. * Ad hoc finance projects. About You * ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified. * Strong financial accounting experience. * Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. * Strong communication and stakeholder management. * Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment....

This role provides administrative support across payroll and people operations, ensuring employee data and payroll-related information is processed accurately and efficiently. You'll work with a range of HR and payroll processes, gaining valuable hands-on experience while supporting businesses with their day-to-day workforce administration. Client Details Our client is an established fintech business that supports organisations with workforce administration and payroll services across multiple markets. hey are currently expanding their operational teams and are looking for detail-oriented individuals to help deliver accurate, high-quality people administration processes. Description Key Responsibilities: Create, maintain and update employee records within internal systems. Process employee lifecycle changes, including contract amendments, terminations and changes to working hours or employment terms. Manage salary changes, transfers and payroll adjustments. Administer salary...

Audit Manager (Interim) Location: Barking, East London (2 days per week onsite) Contract: Interim Assignment (Up to 9 months) Rate: £450 - £550 per day (negotiable for right experience) Working Pattern: 4 or 5 days per week (flexible) Start Date: August 2026 Lead Internal Audit for a Forward-Thinking London Borough We are seeking an experienced Audit Manager to lead a high-performing Internal Audit function within a large London local authority. This is a critical interim leadership role, responsible for delivering the Council's Internal Audit Plan, strengthening governance and risk management arrangements, and providing assurance across a diverse range of services. Reporting to the Head of Assurance, you will play a key role in supporting effective corporate governance, internal control and risk management across the organisation. The Role You will: Lead and manage the Council's Internal Audit Service. Manage a team of 2 Principal Auditors and 2 Auditors, providing...