36 jobs found in Guildford

About the Role We are looking for an experienced and customer-focused Council Tax Officer to join our Revenues & Benefits team. You will play a key role in the accurate administration and collection of Council Tax, helping to deliver an efficient, fair, and responsive service to our residents. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with local authority Council Tax experience who is confident using Academy Systems and understands the importance of balancing income collection with high-quality customer care. Key Responsibilities * Administer Council Tax accounts, including liability, discounts, exemptions, premiums, and reliefs * Process changes of circumstance and maintain accurate Council Tax records * Issue bills, adjustments, reminders, final notices, and statutory correspondence * Provide clear and professional advice to customers via telephone, email, correspondence, and face-to-face where required * Support the recovery...

Part Qualified Accountant Location: Medway Salary: £50,000 per annum Contract: 6-month Fixed Term Contract (with strong likelihood of becoming permanent) The Role Huntress Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a respected organisation in the Chatham area in the recruitment of a Part Qualified Accountant. This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking finance team, initially on a 12-month fixed term contract, with clear scope for the role to become permanent. You will play a critical role in ensuring accurate rent setting, service charge calculations, and regulatory compliance, helping to maintain financial sustainability while delivering transparency and fairness to residents. Key Responsibilities Calculate, review and issue annual service charge budgets and statements Reconcile estimated vs actual service charge expenditure Respond to resident and internal queries regarding service charges Implement annual rent increases in line with government policy...

Accounts Manager / Senior Bookkeeper – Esher, Surrey £40,000 – £50,000 + Benefits + Parking | Fixed Term Maternity Contract | Hybrid Working | Immediate June or July Start Available Fletcher George is working with a growing, privately owned SME in the health and wellbeing sector to appoint an experienced Accounts Manager / Senior Bookkeeper in Esher, Surrey on a fixed term maternity contract. This role is expected to commence during June or July and will include a structured handover period. Candidates who are immediately available or available at short notice are encouraged to apply. The role offers hybrid working, typically three days in the office and two days working remotely, with parking available. The Role This is a varied and hands-on Accounts Manager / Senior Bookkeeper position suited to someone who enjoys taking ownership of day-to-day finance within a growing SME environment. The successful candidate will manage the ledgers, VAT returns, reconciliations, cash flow...

Morgan McKinley is looking for an experienced, part-qualified Accountant to join a business based in the Horsham, West Sussex area. The Bookkeeper - Assistant Accountant will join a small Finance team, supporting with financial analysis and monthly management accounts. This finance role is to start ASAP and will be working initially on a 3 month fixed term contract basis. Location: Horsham, West Sussex Duration: 3 month fixed term contract Hours: 9-5 Assistant Management Accountant duties: Process foreign currency invoices and payments Process daily bank transactions across Main, Deposit, Reserve, USD, and EUR accounts Monitor and maintain stock and stock reconciliations Weekly balance sheet reconciliations for all bank accounts Preparation of month end balance sheet reconciliations Supporting month end management accounts Update and maintaining cash flow Financial analysis tasks such as: the annual budget process and review, monitor cash flow etc.Skills and experience:...

Financial Accountant | Paternity Cover | Retail 2 Months South West London (Hybrid) £55,000 - £70,000 We're partnering with an exciting, high-growth company to appoint an experienced Financial Accountant into a high-impact role supporting the wider business to support the team whilst the Commercial Finance Manager is on paternity. This is a brilliant opportunity to join a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment where the culture is collaborative, down to earth and refreshingly non-corporate. The teams are genuinely supportive, hands-on and solutions-focused people, get stuck in and make things happen. Reporting into senior finance leadership, this role sits at the heart of commercial decision-making across retail and e-commerce performance. The Opportunity The purpose of this role is to provide high-quality support to the business, helping teams understand performance, optimise profitability and make better-informed decisions. This role would suit someone who enjoys...

Financial Accountant | Paternity Cover | Retail 2 Months South West London (Hybrid) £55,000 - £70,000 We're partnering with an exciting, high-growth company to appoint an experienced Financial Accountant into a high-impact role supporting the wider business to support the team whilst the Commercial Finance Manager is on paternity. This is a brilliant opportunity to join a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment where the culture is collaborative, down to earth and refreshingly non-corporate. The teams are genuinely supportive, hands-on and solutions-focused people, get stuck in and make things happen. Reporting into senior finance leadership, this role sits at the heart of commercial decision-making across retail and e-commerce performance. The Opportunity The purpose of this role is to provide high-quality support to the business, helping teams understand performance, optimise profitability and make better-informed decisions. This role would suit someone who enjoys...

Financial Accountant | Paternity Cover | Retail 2 Months South West London (Hybrid) £55,000 - £70,000 We're partnering with an exciting, high-growth company to appoint an experienced Financial Accountant into a high-impact role supporting the wider business to support the team whilst the Commercial Finance Manager is on paternity. This is a brilliant opportunity to join a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment where the culture is collaborative, down to earth and refreshingly non-corporate. The teams are genuinely supportive, hands-on and solutions-focused people, get stuck in and make things happen. Reporting into senior finance leadership, this role sits at the heart of commercial decision-making across retail and e-commerce performance. The Opportunity The purpose of this role is to provide high-quality support to the business, helping teams understand performance, optimise profitability and make better-informed decisions. This role would suit someone who enjoys...

Financial Accountant | Paternity Cover | Retail 2 Months South West London £55,000 - £70,000 We're partnering with an exciting, high-growth company to appoint an experienced Financial Accountant into a high-impact role supporting the wider business to support the team whilst the Commercial Finance Manager is on paternity. This is a brilliant opportunity to join a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment where the culture is collaborative, down to earth and refreshingly non-corporate. The teams are genuinely supportive, hands-on and solutions-focused people, get stuck in and make things happen. Reporting into senior finance leadership, this role sits at the heart of commercial decision-making across retail and e-commerce performance. The Opportunity The purpose of this role is to provide high-quality support to the business, helping teams understand performance, optimise profitability and make better-informed decisions. This role would suit someone who enjoys pace,...

Finance & Payroll Officer Are you a detail-oriented finance professional with experience in an education or school environment? Our client is seeking a Finance & Payroll Officer to join their dynamic team. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute within an educational trust setting, ensuring financial administration supports both staff and students while remaining compliant with statutory and regulatory frameworks. Position: Finance & Payroll Officer Salary: £31,467.00 - £34,325.00 gross per annum Contract: Temporary Hours: 8 AM - 5 PM, Monday to Friday Reporting to: Finance Manager Core Responsibilities As the Finance & Payroll Officer, you will play a vital role in maintaining the Trust's financial integrity within a busy educational environment. Your daily activities will include: Finance Duties: Accurately process all financial transactions from initial order to payment Maintain precise records using Access Education, Excel, and other databases...

Pensions Accounting and Investment Manager (Finance) Location: Chichester Contract: Temporary Pay Rate: £40.79 PAYE or £52.21 Umbrella An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated professional to lead the delivery of pension accounting, investment, and governance services within a large public sector pension environment. This senior leadership role will involve providing strategic direction and professional expertise in the management of pension schemes, ensuring efficient, effective, and customer-focused service delivery. You will lead a dedicated team, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and oversee the development and implementation of projects, policies, and strategies in line with statutory requirements. Key Responsibilities Lead pension accounting, investment, and governance activities. Manage, develop, and motivate a high-performing team and external providers. Drive service improvements through effective resource planning and innovative...

FM Audit & Health & Safety Manager London Local Authority Partnership | Contract Opportunity We're supporting a respected London local authority partnership to appoint an FM Audit & Health & Safety Manager on an initial 3‑month contract, with strong potential for extension. This is a high‑impact assurance role within a complex corporate and operational estate, ideal for an experienced FM or compliance professional who can confidently lead on statutory compliance, health & safety governance, and performance assurance across corporate office and operational environments. 📍 Location Richmond & Wandsworth - Hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days remote) 💼 Contract Details Rate: £27.46 PAYE / £35.94 Umbrella per hour Contract Length: 3 months (extension likely) Hours: Full-time, 36 hours per week (Monday-Friday) Start: ASAP 🔍 Role Overview The FM Audit & H&S Manager will provide independent assurance across Facilities Management, focusing on...

Join a dynamic business within the professional services sector based in Basingstoke, Hampshire as a Management Accountant. This organisation, operating within a fast-paced and evolving environment, values integrity, teamwork, and continuous improvement. With a supportive culture and ambitions to streamline financial processes and build a resilient finance team, this role offers the chance for a motivated professional to make a tangible impact. The successful candidate will benefit from a collaborative working environment, development opportunities, and a chance to contribute directly to key financial operations. What will the Management Accountant role involve? Supporting management with accurate and timely management accounts, ensuring financial data reflects business performance Managing month-end close procedures, including accruals, prepayments, and related activities Supporting transactional finance tasks, contributing to process improvements Communicating effectively with...

London (Hybrid) Local Authority Minimum 6 Months £450-£475 per day (Umbrella) We're currently working in partnership with a London-based Local Authority to appoint an experienced Interim Pensions & Treasury Accountant for a minimum 6-month assignment. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong finance professional to play a key role in managing pension fund accounting and treasury activities within a complex public sector environment. Pensions and Treasury Accountant role Reporting into senior finance leadership, you'll take ownership of pensions and treasury accounting, ensuring robust financial management, compliance, and reporting. You will be responsible for: Managing and overseeing pension fund accounting, including year-end processes and statutory returns Supporting the closedown of accounts in line with CIPFA/LASAAC requirements Leading on treasury management activities, including cashflow forecasting and investment/borrowing reporting Preparing...

Our client, a global training consultancy based in Henley on Thames, is seeking an Assistant Accountant to join their Finance team on a 12 month fixed term contract covering maternity leave. Due to continued growth, this is an exciting time to join the business. Salary £30,000 per annum plus an excellent benefits package. Working Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, this is a hybrid role with 3 days working in the office and 2 days working from home. Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will play a key role in supporting the preparation of accurate financial information, month end reporting, financial analysis and wider business support activities. This role offers exposure across multiple areas of finance within a fast paced and growing organisation. Responsibilities * Support the preparation of monthly management accounts, including variance analysis and commentary * Prepare month end journals, schedules and supporting analysis * Assist with balance sheet reconciliations...

Spencer Clarke Group are seeking a Billing & Collection Officer for a Local Authority Client in Northwest London. In this role, you will manage billing and debt recovery while resolving customer enquiries professionally and maximising council income. Duties: Manage the accurate billing, collection and recovery of council income and debts. Resolve customer enquiries across multiple channels with a high standard of customer care. Negotiate and monitor repayment arrangements in line with legislation and council policy. Maintain accurate records and work with internal and external partners to maximise recovery.Qualifications and Experience: The successful candidate will have the following skills / experience: Experience delivering customer-focused advice, transactions and complaint handling. Experience working in billing, revenues, benefits or debt recovery environments. Experience managing accurate records and handling confidential data. Experience using IT systems, including...

Senior Payroll Manager – EMEA & APAC 📍 London | Hybrid Working 📄 3-Month Contract (Potential Extension/Permanent) 👥 Managing a Team of 2 🔑 Key Responsibilities * Lead payroll operations across approximately 15–18 countries throughout EMEA & APAC * Manage relationships with outsourced payroll providers, ensuring service levels and compliance are maintained * Oversee payroll processing, approvals, controls and reconciliations across multiple jurisdictions * Support internal and external audits, including tax, SOX and compliance reviews * Partner closely with HR, Finance, Benefits, Legal and senior stakeholders * Manage, mentor and develop a small payroll team * Review payroll outputs, identify risks and drive continuous process improvements * Support payroll projects, system enhancements and operational efficiencies * Ensure payroll compliance with local legislation, employment taxes and statutory requirements 👤 Ideal Candidate * Minimum 7...

Exciting Opportunity: Part-Time Bookkeeper 🌟 Are you an experienced Bookkeeper who enjoys getting stuck into the numbers and making a real impact? Our client is looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Bookkeeper to support their busy business and help streamline financial processes during an exciting period of growth and development. 📍 Location: Wood Green (with hybrid working available after the initial training period) 📅 Contract Details: * Start Date: ASAP * Hours: Full-time during the first training week * Ongoing: Part-time, initially 3 days per week * Hybrid Working: A couple of days working from home available after training * Flexible working arrangements Role Overview: This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on Bookkeeper who enjoys the day-to-day management of finance functions. You'll work closely with the business owner, taking ownership of core bookkeeping responsibilities, helping with year-end preparation, supporting VAT processes, and implementing more...

The Service Charge Officer will support the accounting and finance team in managing service charge accounts within the not-for-profit sector. This temporary position in London requires excellent attention to detail and a strong understanding of financial processes. Client Details This organisation is a well-established not-for-profit entity dedicated to making a positive impact on local communities. As a medium-sized organisation, they are committed to delivering high standards of service and fostering a professional and inclusive working environment. Description Prepare and reconcile service charge budgets and statements accurately. Analyse financial data and provide reports to support decision-making processes. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure compliance with relevant regulations and policies. Respond to queries from stakeholders regarding service charge accounts. Assist in the preparation of year-end accounts and audits. Maintain up-to-date and accurate financial...

About the Role Connect2Hackney is looking for a detail-oriented and financially astute Pension Fund Accounts Officer to join the London Borough of Hackney on an interim basis. Hackney is home to a diverse community and a thriving workforce. Behind our people is a robust Pension Fund valued at approximately £2.2 billion. We are looking for a dedicated professional to help steward these assets, ensuring that every penny is accounted for, reconciled, and reported with absolute precision. This is more than just a number-crunching role, it is a chance to work at the heart of the Council's financial reporting, interacting with high-level Fund Managers and supporting our commitment to responsible investment through ESG reporting. What You Will Be Doing Reporting to the Investment & Accounting Manager, you will play a pivotal role in the financial integrity of the Pension Fund. Your core responsibilities will include: Financial Reporting & Accounts Lead the compilation: You...

About the Role Connect2Hackney is looking for a detail-oriented and financially astute Pension Fund Accounts Officer to join the London Borough of Hackney on an interim basis. Hackney is home to a diverse community and a thriving workforce. Behind our people is a robust Pension Fund valued at approximately £2.2 billion. We are looking for a dedicated professional to help steward these assets, ensuring that every penny is accounted for, reconciled, and reported with absolute precision. This is more than just a number-crunching role, it is a chance to work at the heart of the Council's financial reporting, interacting with high-level Fund Managers and supporting our commitment to responsible investment through ESG reporting. What You Will Be Doing Reporting to the Investment & Accounting Manager, you will play a pivotal role in the financial integrity of the Pension Fund. Your core responsibilities will include: Financial Reporting & Accounts Lead the compilation: You...