27 jobs found in Chigwell

Interim Lead Finance Business Partner (Education) A Local Authority is seeking a highly capable Lead Finance Business Partner to provide senior-level financial leadership, strategic support and business partnering across one of its key Directorates on an Interim basis. You will act as the lead point of contact for senior managers within the Directorate, providing expert financial insight, challenge, and advice while coordinating a finance team supporting revenue, capital and transformation activities. What's on offer Day rate: £430 - £600 per day Hybrid working Full-time 36 Hours Initial contract: 3 - 6 Months About the role As Lead Finance Business Partner, you will work alongside Senior Management and budget managers to deliver strategic financial support across a complex service division. You will translate complex financial information to non-finance stakeholders, challenge service leads constructively, and ensure the Directorate meets all financial policies, statutory...

To manage a portfolio of accounting and tax clients to ensure they are compliant with statutory requirements, to assist them with internal management reporting processes and to advise on ways to minimise their tax liabilities. Key activities include but are not solely limited to: To manage a portfolio of clients to ensure their companies' accounts and corporation tax returns are prepared accurately and promptly; To prepare and submit VAT returns for a variety of clients; To process and submit payroll for a variety of clients; To ensure that all clients are notified in good time of their tax payment due; To identify tax planning opportunities; To assist with the management reporting process by preparing management reports, making journal entries, processing sales and purchase invoices, bank reconciliation, etc; To assist with FCA reporting for clients in the banking and investment industry; To manage a portfolio of personal clients to ensure their tax returns are prepared...

Our client is seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to join their busy team on a 6-month temporary basis. Duties include; Manage end-to-end payroll processing for a large multi-sited workforce within a team. Ensure accuracy and compliance with UK tax laws, employment regulations, and company policies. Oversee monthly, weekly, and ad-hoc payroll runs, including bonuses, overtime, and statutory payments. Handle manual payroll calculations when needed. Prepare and submit statutory filings (e.g., P45, P60, P11D) and HMRC submissions. Ensure compliance with PAYE, NI, pension auto-enrolment, and other statutory requirements. Support internal and external audits, and provide payroll reports to finance and HR. Maintain and update payroll records in the Midland - -Trent Lead on system and interface issues, collaborating with HRIS and IT teams. Reconcile payroll data with HR and finance systems. Mentor junior payroll staff and support cross-training initiatives. Collaborate with HR,...

Summer-Browning Associates is currently supporting our healthcare client, who is seeking a Oracle Fusion Cloud Payroll and HCM Consultant for an initial three-month assignment with the option to extend. Location: Hybrid working - London or Bristol About the role: You will be responsible for managing the development and deployment of IT solutions, change and risk management and the interaction between development and support services. The ideal candidate will hold Active SC and have a strong background in delivery Oracle Fusion Cloud Payroll and HCM support, with the following skills and experience: Minimum of two Oracle Fusion Cloud Payroll and/or HCM end-to-end implementation programme experience in large organisations. Strong people function knowledge cutting across transactional and strategic HR business areas. Strong payroll function knowledge. Experience of working effectively in a complex third-party supplier landscape. 10 years+ experience in complex ERP enabled...

Job Title: Senior Associate - Corporate Services (6-Month FTC) Location: Central London Salary: £27,500 per annum Contract Type: Full-Time, 6-Month Fixed-Term Contract Start Date: ASAP About the Role We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Senior Associate to join our Corporate Services team on a 6-month fixed-term contract. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, compliance-focused environment within a leading global banking institution, supporting a broad range of corporate clients. Based in our Central London office, you will play a key role in managing corporate account services, including payments, KYC reviews, account openings, and fixed deposit renewals. You will be working closely with internal departments such as Compliance, Treasury, Operations, and senior management to ensure seamless service delivery and regulatory compliance. Key Responsibilities Handle day-to-day queries from corporate clients, including cheque book requisitions and...

Your New Company A leading property investment and asset management firm with a strong track record of delivering exceptional returns across residential and commercial portfolios is seeking a newly qualified accountant to join their finance team on a 6-month interim basis. This hybrid role, based in central London, offers an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the dynamic property investment sector. Your New Role We are looking for a newly qualified ACA accountant making their first move from practice, ideally someone who is immediately available. You'll play a key role in supporting the finance function with responsibilities including: Preparing statutory financial statements in line with UK GAAP and industry standardsAssisting with property portfolio valuations and investment performance analysisSupporting cash flow forecasting and monitoring rental income streamsPreparing budgets and tracking operating costs across multiple assetsInvestigating and resolving...

Your New Company A leading property management firm renowned for its commitment to operational excellence and client satisfaction is seeking a Qualified Senior Management Accountant to join its finance team. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a dynamic, portfolio-driven environment that oversees high-profile residential and commercial properties across the UK. The role is offered on a hybrid basis, with the office located in Central London, and reports directly to the Senior Finance Manager. Your New Role As a Senior Management Accountant, you will play a key role in supporting the financial performance of the business through accurate reporting, insightful analysis, and robust financial controls. Your responsibilities will include: Preparing monthly management accounts, including variance analysis and commentary tailored to property portfolios and service charge accountsBusiness partnering with property managers and asset teams to provide financial insight and support...

Estates Surveyor - Property & Regeneration Location: London Rate: £450/day (Umbrella) Contract: 6 months initially Hours: Full-time About the Role We're supporting a London local authority in recruiting an experienced Estates Surveyor to join their Capital Projects & Property directorate. The service provides strategic property leadership across the full lifecycle of the Council's portfolio-maximising value, reducing costs and enabling regeneration through intelligent asset management. This senior role sits within the Council's Property team, advising elected Members, senior officers and cross-organisation stakeholders on strategic estate matters. You will play a key role in driving forward regeneration ambitions, shaping development opportunities, managing operational and investment assets, and ensuring property decisions support wider economic, social and environmental objectives. The position contributes directly to the stewardship of a varied, high-value...

6 month contract – Rate/salary depending on experience – Implementation Project I have partnered with an extremely successful and well-regarded Financial Services firm who are looking to bring on a strong finance transformation accountant on a 6 month contract. This role will surround the implementation of a new group consolidation system – therefore, experience in a similar capacity is imperative. The go-live for this role is scheduled for May 2026 – so we are looking to get someone started ASAP to ensure everything runs to expected timelines. Key responsibilities: Collaborate with finance and IT teams to define requirements for analytical reporting Data migration – mapping legacy data to new structures, performing reconciliation and validity testing Overseeing UAT – develop test scripts for consolidation scenarios Document new consolidation processes & controls Your experience: Demonstrated hands-on experience with the implementation of a group consolidation system...

I am currently working with a London-based investment bank who are actively seeking a Senior .Net Developer with strong investment banking experience to work on the development and maintenance of a business-critical platform in the Treasury Pricing space. What you'll need to succeed: Extensive .Net/C# development experience within financial services. Strong experience working on Treasury Pricing systems. Extensive Azure apps and functions experience - mandatory. Strong stakeholder management skills within a front/middle office environment. What you'll get in return: Up to £700pd Umbrella. Initial 6-month contract with extensions. London-based hybrid working. What you need to do now: If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited...

Your new company Join a dynamic, high-growth business backed by private equity, operating across international markets and scaling rapidly. This is a rare opportunity to be part of a transformation journey where finance is at the heart of strategic decision-making. The culture is fast-paced, ambitious, and collaborative, with a strong focus on innovation, governance, and performance. Your new role As Group Financial Controller, you'll take ownership of group-level financial reporting, consolidation, and control across a complex international structure. You'll lead the month-end close, manage external audits, and partner with regional controllers and senior leadership to ensure financial integrity and process excellence.This is a hands-on, high-impact role where you'll: Lead IFRS-based group consolidation and reporting Own the month-end close and challenge regional submissions Manage audit processes and statutory reporting Oversee intercompany reconciliations and balance sheet...

Client Local Authority in Barking Job Title Principal Financial Accountant Pay Rate £55 an hour UMBRELLA Hours 35 hours Mon to Fri (09:00:AM - 05:00:PM) Duration Maternity Cover 6 month Contract Location Hybrid Working- 3 days a week office based in Barking Town Hall Description Lead financial planning, budgetary control, capital financing and capital programme management processes including setting a balanced budget, evidence-based forecasting and be accountable for the accuracy and reliability of the financial data and information submitted for the Public Realm and the Property and Assets divisions in Housing, Environment Communities (HEC) directorate. Lead financial reviews and appraisals of projects in Public Realm and Property and Assets to support value for money and provide financial analysis for delivery options. Deliver training to Public Realm and the Property and Assets staff in relation to accounting procedures, financial planning, financial...

Job Title: Credit Controller Location: London Day Rate (DOE): £200-£250 Contract Length: 6 months We are recruiting an experienced Credit Controller to join a well-established finance function within a global services business based in London. This is a key role responsible for managing credit control activity across multiple business divisions, overseeing debt collection, supporting cash flow and working closely with finance teams, brokers, operators and senior stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Manage aged debt across multiple divisions and implement effective collection strategies. Take ownership of high-value and complex accounts. Liaise with internal stakeholders and customers to resolve payment, invoicing and dispute issues. Ensure all collections comply with internal policies, including KYC and KYP. Monitor the accounts receivable ledger and produce regular reporting on aged debt, collections and cash flow. Provide clear updates to senior management on risks, trends and...

Senior Contracts Advisor (Derivatives) Certain Advantage are hiring for a Senior Contracts Advisor based in London on an initial 6-month contract basis. The company We’re working with a global energy and petrochemicals company involved in the exploration, production, refining, and marketing of oil, gas, and renewable energy solutions. The company focuses on delivering reliable energy while investing in cleaner technologies and sustainable practices worldwide. Responsibilities: Advise business and support functions on standard and complex contracts (e.g., ISDAs, framework agreements, Broker agreements, SLAs), ensuring regulatory and compliance. Provide guidance on derivatives contracts and commercial/contractual risks for traders, ensuring contracts are fit for purpose. Negotiate contracts for OTC derivative transactions, trade confirmations, and ad hoc agreements, maintaining compliance with the companies’ policies. Support resolution of contractual disputes, liaising with...

We are seeking a detail-oriented Assistant Management Accountant to support the financial operations within the transport and distribution sector. in Darenth This temporary role focuses on delivering accurate financial reports and assisting with budget management. Client Details This opportunity is with a medium-sized organisation operating within the transport and distribution industry in Darenth. The company is focused on delivering efficient and reliable services while maintaining a strong commitment to operational excellence. Description Prepare and analyse financial reports to support decision-making processes. Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis activities. Support the month-end and year-end financial closing processes. Reconcile accounts and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner. Maintain accurate records of financial transactions and documentation. Collaborate with the Accounting & Finance team to ensure compliance with regulations. Prepare...

Payroll Clerk – Warlingham Location: Warlingham Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday Start: Immediate Key Responsibilities: Process weekly payroll accurately using Excel spreadsheets Check and input employee hours, overtime, and absences Calculate PAYE, NI, and pension contributions Maintain up-to-date and accurate payroll records Produce and distribute payslips Process new starters, leavers, and any pay adjustments Reconcile payroll data and resolve any discrepancies Liaise with staff regarding payroll queries in a professional and confidential manner Support the finance team with basic administrative and accounting tasks as needed Requirements: Previous experience in weekly payroll administration Strong Excel skills, including formulas and data validation Good understanding of payroll processes and HMRC requirements High level of accuracy and attention to detail Excellent organisational and communication skills Able to work independently and to tight deadlines Available...

Financial Accountant (Immediate start – Contract) | £250 - £275 per day (umbrella) | West Malling, Kent (1 day WFH)   A successful and growing organisation is seeking a Financial Accountant to join their central finance function on a contract basis.   Responsibilities Take ownership of balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and compliance across all accounts. Manage stock reconciliation processes, validating data between internal systems and ERP platforms. Support the month-end and year-end reporting cycles, producing high-quality financial information for internal and external stakeholders. Ensure statutory, legal and group reporting requirements are met in line with relevant deadlines. Act as a key contact for both internal and external audit teams. Provide financial insight and analysis to senior management when required. Assist with additional projects, reporting tasks and ad-hoc finance initiatives across the department.  Skills & Experience Newly qualified or...

Our client is currently recruiting for an Accounts Payable specialist their team on a 6-month fixed-term basis. This is a fully onsite position based in Royston, and to be successful you will have experience in a similar finance role. Typical duties include: * Reconciling supplier statements, resolving discrepancies where required * Reviewing and processing employee expenses * Reconciling credit card statements against submitted employee expenses * Completing monthly reconciliations for AP, expenses and card balances and supporting month-end with accruals and prepayments * Preparing reports on supplier payments and expenses * Maintaining accurate documentation and supporting internal and external audits * Performing any other ad-hoc duties required to support the wider finance team You will have: * AAT qualification (or working towards), or equivalent finance/accounting experience * Strong communication skills * Excellent attention to detail and...

Our client based locally to West Byfleet is seeking an Accounts Assistant to join their busy team for the next 2 months. You will be responsible for both AP and AR duties, you must have experience in a similar role and be available immediately to start. Duties: Handle accounts payable duties Manage accounts receivable, including raising invoices and building relationships with customers Finance admin such as petty cash, credit cards, expenses, etc Balance sheet reconciliations Accurate and timely processing of AP/AR transactions General finance processing Requirements: Available immediately to start Confident across both AP and AR Strong systems experience Confident user of Microsoft office tools Please apply for a chance to be considered

Job Title: Payroll Specialist 12 Month FTC Location: Glasgow (Hybrid) Salary: Competitive, based on experience Key Responsibilities: An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Payroll Specialist to join a growing HR Operations function within a global organisation. This role will take ownership of payroll delivery across multiple regions, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and a seamless employee experience, while also supporting broader benefits administration and process improvement initiatives. Key Responsibilities Manage end-to-end payroll processing for multiple regions (UK in-house; Ireland, Singapore, and US via outsourced providers). Validate, review, and sign off payroll calculations, ensuring compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements. Oversee payroll inbox and workload management, coordinating with another specialist to ensure timely completion of all tasks. Maintain up-to-date process documentation and ensure payroll systems and data are...