34 jobs found in Derby

Job Title: Finance / Accounting Specialist Location: Leicester, Groby Pay Rate: £22 per hour Contract: 6 months, Start ASAP Description: We are seeking a Finance/Accounting Specialist to provide general accounting support and assist with month-end close activities. The role includes journal entries, account reconciliations, and payment processing across multiple entities and bank accounts. The ideal candidate will work independently, ensure accuracy, and recommend process improvements. Key Responsibilities: Support month-end close while meeting LCD+3 deadlines Prepare and post journal entries Perform account reconciliations Process payments across 25 bank accounts / 7 legal entities Resolve misdirected payments and banking issues from BR HQ Apply Enterprise Standards, SOPs, and Process Maps to ensure compliance Identify and recommend improvements to existing processesRequired Qualifications: Bachelor's degree OR + 4 years finance experienceDesired Skills & Attributes:...

Credit Controller – 6 Month Contract £18.00 – £22.00 per hour | Derby DE12 | Onsite | Immediate Start We are recruiting an experienced Credit Controller to join a top 10 professional accountancy firm based in Derby town Centre on a 6-month contract. This role is purely office-based. No remote or hybrid working. Key Details * Location: Birmingham City Centre * Contract length: 6 months * Start: Immediate * Pay rate: £18.00 – £22.00 per hour (dependent on experience) * Working pattern: Full-time, onsite only Key Responsibilities * Managing the sales ledger and aged debt * Chasing outstanding payments by phone and email * Resolving invoice and payment queries * Cash allocation and account reconciliation * Liaising with partners, fee earners, and internal finance teams * Supporting month-end reporting and credit control processes Skills & Experience Required * Proven experience in credit control /...

Job Title Accounts Receivable (AR) Function: Financial Control Location: Alfreton/Hybrid Contract type: Temporary until 31st March 2026 Salary: £25,650 The Accounts Receivable Associate is responsible for a broad range of activities, including reviewing and archiving documentation, registering and validating payment and receipt processes, and monitoring the company's incoming cash commitments. The role involves actively chasing outstanding debt with external stakeholders and managing a portfolio of approximately (Apply online only) customer accounts. This is an exciting opportunity to join the team during the implementation of Oracle Fusion. Every day you will ... - Proactively chase outstanding customer debt in line with agreed terms, policies, and procedures, using phone and email, and updating Oracle as required. - Investigate, raise, and resolve customer disputes, logging calls with customer services and following issues through to resolution. - Maintain robust...

The Finance Officer will play a key role in ensuring accurate financial management and reporting within the not-for-profit sector. This temporary position requires a detail-oriented individual with strong accounting and finance skills to support organisational goals. Client Details This is an opportunity to work with a respected not-for-profit organisation dedicated to making a meaningful impact. The company is a small-sized entity focused on delivering its mission through efficient financial and operational management. Description To input purchase invoices accurately using our Excel linked auto loader or where necessary manually. * To prepare bank payment runs * To monitor the purchase invoices mailbox and distribute purchase invoices for approval and authorisation. * To download any online invoices and distribute for approval and authorisation. * To reconcile supplier statements to supplier accounts. * To record all banking transactions (income & expenditure) * To...

Interim Reconciliations Accountant - Hybrid Working Immediate Start Temporary Ongoing Our client requires a suitable experienced Accountant to support their business on an interim basis with a reconciliations project. Key tasks: - Financial reconciliations - Producing daily and weekly reports - Investigating accounting transactions - Investigating variances and apply corrections - - Build strong stakeholder relationships Skills needed: - Experience working within a Financial Accounting role - Advanced analytical and numeracy skills - Management of the processing and handling of large volumes of data - Ability to work well to deadlines - Effective problem solving - Understanding accounting principles with strong relevant working experience within medium or larger business environments - Experience of presenting/reporting to stakeholders - Advanced excel skills - Ability to work using own initiative and as part of a team - Structured thinker and planner

Payroll Specialist North Leicester Salary: £30,000 - £32,000 Hours: 37.5 hours per week Working pattern: Hybrid Contract: Temporary cover SF Recruitment are currently looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to join our Clients payroll team to provide sick cover. The contract will initially be for a couple of months. The Role Reporting into the Payroll Manager, you will join a supportive team of three Payroll Specialists and will focus on ensuring the accurate and timely processing of monthly payroll. Key Responsibilities Supporting the payroll team with the end-to-end monthly payroll process Ensuring payroll data is processed accurately and on time Carrying out payroll administration tasks Checking and validating payroll information within the system Providing general support to the wider payroll team as required About You A few years' experience working in a payroll-focused role Experience using Resourcelink would be highly desirable Strong attention to detail...

Senior Accounts Receivable Representative Location: Loughborough (Hybrid - 3 days on-site, 2 days remote) Pay Rate: £15.38 per hour (Equivalent to £30,000 per annum) Contract Duration: 12 Months (Full-Time) Shift: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM The Opportunity We are seeking a detail-oriented Senior Accounts Receivable Representative to join a global industry leader's Finance team. This role is essential for driving transactions excellence and maintaining financial stability within a stable and trusted organisation. You will work independently to manage collections activities and collaborate with cross-functional partners to achieve key financial goals Key Responsibilities Collections Management: Proactively collect invoices by preparing statements, calling on past-due accounts, and resolving disputes with customers and sales teams. Credit Risk Assessment: Conduct assessments for new and existing accounts, performing periodic reviews and taking corrective actions when...

Accounts Payable North Leicestershire (hybrid) Full time, Monday–Friday (40 hours per week, flexible start/end time) Temporary – 6 months Salary: £29,000 We’re looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Clerk to join a busy and supportive finance team. This role has arisen due to increased workload. We are looking for a hands-on individual who can support across multiple entities and systems, ensuring accuracy and strong process control. What you’ll do: • Manually check and process high volumes of invoices across multiple business entities • Support the AP team with day-to-day processing and query management • Investigate and tidy large or complex supplier accounts • Manage significant back-and-forth communication to resolve discrepancies • Support subcontractor accounts and related processes • Work across multiple internal systems daily • Ensure accuracy of invoice data and maintain strong audit trails What we’re looking for: • Proven Accounts Payable experience...

Purchase Ledger Clerk North Leicestershire Monday to Friday 08:00 – 16:00 £28,000 We are seeking an organised and proactive Purchase Ledger Clerk to join our clients small and friendly office in North Leicester. The successful candidate will ensure the smooth operation of the accounts payable functions, whilst also acting as the first point of contact for visitors and callers to the office. This is a temporary assignment with the potential to become permanent for the right person. Main Responsibilities: •            Processing supplier invoices, ensuring accuracy and timely entry into the accounting system •            Reconciling supplier statements and resolving any discrepancies •            Preparing payment runs and ensuring all payments are authorised according to company policy •            Liaising with suppliers regarding queries, outstanding invoices, and payment schedules •            Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records of all accounts payable...

Accounts Assistant Temp-to-permanent £25,000 - £27,000  Monday to Friday (Apply online only)  Leicester  SF Recruitment are currently supporting a business in their search for an Accounts Assistant to join a small and supportive finance team. This is a great opportunity for someone with previous accounts or finance administration experience who is looking to develop their skills in a well-rounded role. The Role Reporting into the finance team, you will support the day-to-day financial operations of the business, ensuring accurate processing of transactions and maintaining high-quality financial records. Key Responsibilities Processing purchase invoices, sales invoices and credit notes accurately and in a timely manner Supporting accounts payable and accounts receivable activities Reconciling bank statements and supplier accounts Maintaining accurate financial records and filing systems Assisting with month-end processes, including journals and reconciliations...

Kinetic PLC are delighted to be assisting with the recruitment of Finance Specialists to support a finance team during a key transition period. This is a 6-month initial contract with potential extension and may lead to a permanent position. Immediate start is required. This role is ideal for someone with at least 3 years' experience in finance and/or accountancy, who is comfortable working in a fast-paced, detail-focused environment, supporting day-to-day finance operations including payments, journal entries, and month-end close activities. Experience with SOPs and SAP (or similar financial systems) is essential. Working Hours * Monday - Friday: 9:00am - 5:00pm (37.5 hours per week) Assignment & Pay * 6-month initial contract * Immediate start * £22 per hour * Potential extension / permanent opportunity Key Duties * Support month-end close activities, ensuring accuracy and timeliness * Prepare and process journal entries * Perform account reconciliations and maintain...

Due to an increasing order book and company expansion, a manufacturing group has a vacancy for an Accounts Assistant to join the business on a 3-month contract (likely to be extended or made permanent). The Role Perform all transactional activities relating to the Purchase Ledger function. Assist in the monthly Balance sheet reconciliation. Input supplier invoices & credit notes to the Purchase Ledger on a timely basis. Assist in the input of all transactions within the banking / cashbook systems. Maintain accounts payable and accounts receivable records. Reconcile bank statements and financial discrepancies. Prepare and update spreadsheets and financial reports. Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards. The Person Experience of Purchase Ledger function. Excellent Excel skills. Previous experience of having performed reconciliations. Comfortable with adhering to procedures and policies to ensure high standards are maintained. Strong...

Sewell Wallis is partnering with a dynamic business located in Sheffield, South Yorkshire. Due to continued growth, they are seeking to appoint an Accounts Assistant on a temporary basis. This is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate. The successful applicant will be an experienced Accounts Assistant with approximately three or more years' experience in bank reconciliations, as well as purchase and sales ledger duties. What will you be doing? Maintaining the sales ledger and purchase ledger to a high standard and deal with queries promptly. Allocating payments and chase any required refunds. Assisting with credit control as and when required. Process statements and reminder letters when required. Checking, amending and processing monthly and daily invoices. Taking ownership of back order (Work in Progress) and ensuring timely raising of invoices or issues. Posting supplier invoices correctly, within the required period and challenging unexpected invoices. Checking and...

We are seeking an experienced Business Rates Officer to join our Revenues service and support the effective administration, billing and collection of Non-Domestic Rates. This role is ideal for someone with strong technical knowledge of Business Rates who is confident working in a busy local authority environment and experienced in using Academy Systems. The Role You will be responsible for the day-to-day administration of Business Rates accounts, ensuring accuracy, compliance with legislation and high standards of customer service. The role will involve working closely with colleagues across Revenues and Finance to maximise income collection and support local businesses. Key Responsibilities * Administer and maintain Business Rates accounts, including billing, amendments and reliefs * Process and apply Business Rates reliefs and exemptions in line with legislation * Undertake recovery action in accordance with council policies and statutory...

Are you an experienced Credit Controller looking for a flexible, part-time opportunity in a supportive team environment for a not-for-profit organisation? We're seeking a proactive individual to join a small finance team and take responsibility for managing outstanding debts, ensuring timely payments, and contributing to the smooth running of financial operations. Daily Rate: Up to £105 + holiday pay Working Pattern: 3 days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday) Hours: 9:00am - 5:00pm (flexibility to 8:30am - 4:30pm once settled) Contract: ongoing temp with scope for perm Start Date: ASAP What you'll do: Manage and monitor company debtors, ensuring payments are collected promptly. Work closely with the CFO, Finance Manager, Finance Assistant, and Membership Collections Officer. Support the team with credit control processes and share best practices.What we're looking for: Previous experience as a Credit Controller (industry experience not essential). Familiarity with...

Your new company A highly reputable Public-Sector organisation based in Birmingham City Centre. Your new role Due to a system changeover, this organisation requires a Management Accountant to come in and support whilst the current team focusses on system migration. This role will consist primarily of preparing various reports and working very closely with budget holders. What you'll need to succeed Part-Qualified or equivalent in experience Experience within a Management Accountant/Finance Business Partner sector Highly experienced in MS Excel Analytical mindset Able to work within a friendly team 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 acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and...

I am recruiting for a Purchase & Sales Ledger Administrator or a very well-established and highly reputable business in Congleton. Initially for maternity cover there is a strong possibility of the role becoming permanent for the right person. In this role, you will be required to assist with the activities involved in the operating of a busy Accountants. These will include * Maintaining purchase ledger * Invoice Processing * Supplier Reconciliation * Match payments to Supplier invoices. * Handling any queries with suppliers * Prepare, balance & assist with VAT return quarterly * Filing invoices and statements * Raise bills and send invoices * Send clients statements, * Quarterly payroll bills * General admin duties as require This role calls for someone with a professional and efficient manner with good communication skills. Strong administration abilities are also essential with a good all round knowledge of Microsoft systems. A high level of...

Assistant Management accountant to work on a 6-12 month FTC in Coventry. The role is to provide day-to-day support to the management accounting function, assisting with routine finance tasks while developing management accounting skills. Key Responsibilities: Assisting with the preparation of monthly management accounts Supporting month-end processes under supervision Posting routine journals, including accruals and prepayments Assisting with balance sheet reconciliations Helping investigate variances and responding to basic queries Maintaining accurate financial records Supporting budgeting and forecasting processes as required Assisting with audit preparation and information requests Providing general finance and administrative support to the finance team Skills & Experience Required: Some experience in a finance or accounts role (e.g. accounts assistant, finance assistant) Basic understanding of accounting principles Good attention...

Finance Procurement Analyst - Interim Department Finance / Procurement Job Purpose The Finance Procurement Analyst supports the procurement and finance functions by analysing spend, supplier performance, and cost-saving opportunities. The role focuses on financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, contract compliance, and data-driven insights to optimise procurement decisions and improve financial efficiency. Key Responsibilities Procurement & Financial Analysis Analyse procurement spend, pricing trends, and cost drivers to identify savings opportunities Prepare financial models, forecasts, and variance analyses related to procurement activities Monitor budget adherence and support cost-control initiatives Track purchase orders, invoices, and accruals to ensure financial accuracy Supplier & Contract Management Evaluate supplier performance using KPIs such as cost, quality, delivery, and compliance Support contract reviews to ensure pricing, terms, and...

Sewell Wallis are working closely with a multi-billion-pound business, based in Rotherham, South Yorkshire, to secure them an interim Group Accountant who is confident with USGAAP. Working as part of a team you'll be doing statutory accounting for a number of business entities (50+) to ensure that all financial accounting activities are achieved on deadline and to a high quality in line with USGAAP. This role a 12-month fixed term contract, looking to start ASAP - you'll need to be available for interview. What will you be doing? * Accurate reporting of financial and performance activities of the business * Work with the team to service all retained Financial Accounting activity ensuring all deliverables are achieved within deadline. * Review and challenging of financial results ensuring there is a continual monitoring and improvement in the controls environment around business accounting activities. * Develop and deliver balance sheet analysis * Development of a quality...