29 jobs found in Knutsford

Michael Page are recruiting for a Management Accountant based in Knutsford. Client Details A fantastic well established business based in Knutsford. They are committed to excellence in their field and offer a structured and professional environment. Description Prepare and analyse financial reports to support decision-making. Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts. Manage month-end and year-end financial closing activities. Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations. Monitor and report on financial performance metrics. Collaborate with various departments to ensure accurate financial data. Support audit processes and liaise with external auditors. Identify opportunities for cost-saving and process improvement initiatives.Profile A successful Management Accountant should have: Knowledge of working in a similar role previously Previous knowledge of year end, auditors and preparing a full set of Management Accounts Previous knowledge of Stock...

William Stobart & Son Appleton Thorn – Office Based £25,000 – £30,000 | Permanent | Full-Time Company Overview William Stobart & Son is an established UK haulage and logistics business operating across national transport networks. With a reputation built on reliability, operational control and financial discipline, we support a diverse commercial customer base across multiple sectors. As part of our continued growth, we are strengthening our finance function and are now recruiting an Accounts Payable Assistant to join our team at our Appleton Thorn office. The Role Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will take ownership of core Accounts Payable and Purchase Ledger processes within a high-volume haulage environment. This role requires accuracy, pace and commercial awareness. You will ensure supplier invoices are processed correctly and on time, payment runs are prepared efficiently, and supplier accounts are maintained accurately. You will also support wider...

William Stobart & Son Appleton Thorn (Office Based) Permanent | Full-Time £25,000 – £30,000 per annum Company Overview William Stobart & Son is an established UK haulage business operating a modern fleet across national distribution routes. The business supports a broad customer base across logistics and transport sectors, delivering reliable and time-sensitive services. Finance plays a central role in maintaining commercial control, working capital discipline and operational performance. Due to continued growth and internal development, we are recruiting an Accounts Assistant to join our finance team at our Appleton Thorn office. This is a permanent, full-time, office-based role reporting directly to the Finance Manager and working closely with the wider Finance Team. Role Summary This is a hands-on Accounts Assistant position with exposure across Purchase Ledger, Sales Ledger and core transactional finance processes. You will be responsible for maintaining...

The Accounts Payable Associate will play a key role in managing and processing invoices, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies. This temporary position is ideal for someone with a keen eye for detail and a strong understanding of accounting practices within the business services industry. Client Details This is an exciting opportunity to join a global service sector business who are going through an exciting phase of growth making it an excellent time to join the business. This company offer a state of the art office environment with a highly sought after work place culture. Description The Accounts Payable Assistant role is initially a temporary assignment and will be Hybrid working- 3 days in Cheadle office in Stockport/2 Remote. Reporting to the Accounts Payable Manager Key duties will include: Process and verify invoices accurately and in a timely manner. Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards. Reconcile supplier statements 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...

Michael Page are currently recruiting for a Management Accountant based in Salford. Client Details An exciting global business with key finance offices based in Manchester. Description Prepare and analyse financial reports, budgets, and forecasts to support decision-making. Oversee month-end and year-end financial processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Monitor and manage cash flow to maintain financial stability. Provide insights into financial performance and recommend improvements where necessary. Collaborate with internal departments to ensure financial alignment with operational goals. Assist with statutory reporting and liaise with external auditors when required. Maintain accurate financial records and implement process improvements where applicable. Support the wider Accounting & Finance team in Salford with ad hoc projects and tasks.Profile A successful Management Accountant should have: Strong technical skills and a solid understanding of accounting...

Paying circa £38k + Free onsite parking + Excellent benefits - We are delighted to be partnering with a pharmaceuticals company based in Manchester, that are seeking an experienced Assistant Management Accountant to join their team on a 12‑month fixed term contract basis. This organisation offers a vibrant, professional working environment where innovation and collaboration are encouraged. This is a hybrid role with two days per week working from home and an immediate start, so applicants must be available to start at short notice. THE JOB Reporting to the Head of Finance, the Assistant Management Accountant will support the day‑to‑day financial operations of the site and the wider group finance function. Key responsibilities include: * Supporting the Head of Finance in delivering high‑quality financial support to budget holders, including accurate preparation of management accounts * Preparing and reviewing financial data, journals, accruals, prepayments, balance sheet...

Interim Management Accountant (3–6 Month Contract) - £180 to £200 per day – Manchester (2 days in the office / 3 at home)  We are currently recruiting for an Interim Management Accountant to support the finance function on a 3 to 6 month contract in a thriving business based in Manchester. This is a hands-on role covering multiple territories, ideal for someone who can quickly embed themselves into a fast-paced environment and provide immediate support across core finance activities. Key Responsibilities: Preparation of monthly management accounts across various territories Supporting the month-end close process, ensuring deadlines are met Reviewing payroll processes for accuracy and completeness Overseeing and reviewing payment runs Managing and processing weekly bank payments Performing balance sheet reconciliations Assisting with audit requirements, ensuring progress is maintained and deadlines are met Providing financial insight and support to stakeholders...

Finance Assistant (Income) - Salford - Temporary - 3months - £17 to £20 per hour  We are seeking a highly organised and detail-focused Finance Assistant to join a busy Income team within a housing organisation on a 3-month temporary basis. This role will support the effective operation of the finance function, with a particular focus on rent ledger management, income posting, and Housing Benefit processing. You will play a key role in ensuring income is accurately recorded and managed, while also providing cover across core finance functions when required. Key Responsibilities Identify and allocate rent ledger receipts from bank statements, separating Housing Benefit, tenant rent, and utility payments Download and process remittance advices from Housing Benefit portals, ensuring accurate allocation across multiple tenant accounts Manually post receipts to tenant accounts, investigating unidentified payments and resolving discrepancies Process rent ledger adjustments,...

Axon Moore are delighted to be recruiting for a brilliant business based in Central Manchester. Working closely with other AP specialists this role is responsible for supporting the end-to-end Purchase Ledger process. You will act as the main point of contact for supplier queries, ensuring issues are resolved quickly and accurately while maintaining high standards of customer service, compliance, and efficiency. We are looking to speak to immediately available candidates, or those on short notice periods. Salary: £28,000 - £30,000 Contract length : 12 months Location: North Manchester + Hybrid Key Responsibilities Investigate and resolve invoice queries, including invoices on hold Liaise with suppliers and internal teams to resolve issues within agreed timelines Process transactions accurately in line with company policies and procedures Support delivery of team SLAs and KPIs Reconcile supplier accounts and resolve any discrepancies Investigate and resolve invoice...

Interim Management Accountant (1–3-month contract) Bury – office based (open to 1-day WFH after the settling in period) £45,000 - £50,000 With over 20 years of success, our client is a well-established and highly regarded business based in Bury. They have built a strong reputation for quality and reliability, supported by long-standing client relationships and a consistent track record of growth. The organisation offers a professional yet fast-paced working environment, with a focus on delivering excellent service and maintaining high standards across the business. As part of their continued growth, they are now seeking a Management Accountant to join the finance team. This role will play a key part in supporting the business with accurate financial reporting, insightful analysis, and effective budgeting, helping to drive informed decision-making across the organisation. Duties and responsibilities: Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual management accounts, including profit...

We are looking to recruit a Council Tax Officer to join our Revenues service and support the effective administration of Council Tax on a remote basis. This role is ideal for someone with experience working in a local authority environment and strong working knowledge of Northgate (NEC) Revenues systems. The Role You will be responsible for the day-to-day administration of Council Tax accounts, ensuring accuracy, compliance with legislation and high standards of customer service. The role involves working closely with colleagues across Revenues and Customer Services to support billing, collection and recovery activity. Key Responsibilities * Administer Council Tax accounts, including new accounts, amendments and closures * Process discounts, exemptions, reductions and changes of circumstances * Issue bills, reminders and notices in line with legislation and council procedures * Undertake recovery action, including reminders, summonses and...

Michael Page are currently recruiting for a Management Accountant based in Stoke. Client Details An exciting business, with rapid growth plans for 2026 with key finance offices based in Stoke. Description Prepare and analyse financial reports, budgets, and forecasts to support decision-making. Oversee month-end and year-end financial processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Monitor and manage cash flow to maintain financial stability. Provide insights into financial performance and recommend improvements where necessary. Collaborate with internal departments to ensure financial alignment with operational goals. Assist with statutory reporting and liaise with external auditors when required. Maintain accurate financial records and implement process improvements where applicable.Profile Preparing monthly management accounts, monthly KPIs reporting and other financial planning and analysis reports Presenting reports to senior management to aid with business decision making...

About the Role: We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Purchase Ledger Clerk to join a finance team in Stoke-on-Trent. This role is ideal for someone with strong organisational skills and a keen eye for accuracy. Key Responsibilities: Processing high volumes of purchase invoices Matching, batching, and coding invoices Reconciling supplier statements Handling supplier queries and resolving discrepancies Preparing payment runs Maintaining accurate financial records Requirements: Previous experience in a purchase ledger or accounts payable role Strong attention to detail and accuracy Good knowledge of accounting software (e.g., Sage, Xero, or similar) Proficient in Microsoft Excel Excellent communication and organisational skills Desirable: AAT qualification (or working towards) Experience working in a fast-paced finance environment What We Offer: Competitive salary Supportive team environment Opportunities for career development

We have a great new opportunity for an experienced Payroll Manager, working for a large manufacturing company in Rochdale. This role will cover maternity leave for up to 12 months, Our client has seen significant growth over the last few years and continue going from strength to strength, if you are looking for a new challenge and have the experience required to manage a busy payroll this could be the perfect opportunity. What’s on offer. ·Attractive salary package up to 40k ·Free onsite parking ·Early finish on a Friday ·Company pension and healthcare scheme The Job ·Processing of weekly and monthly payrolls from start to processing ·Administer and process pensions and auto enrolment. ·Month end reporting and Year-end procedures ·Dealing with employee queries and rectifying problems efficiently ·Liaising with outside bodies including HMRC, auditors etc. ·Run financial reports requested by management. ·Produce weekly reports for the company. ·Produce weekly summaries for management...

Mpeople Recruitment have an exciting new temporary vacancy for our client based in Delph for a Finance & Project Coordinator. Our client are a reputable consulting and engineering firm with offices worldwide. This position will provide administrative and accounting support to the business’ growing site investigation, remediation and environmental management practice areas, and interacts directly with the internal / business’ billing and accounting staff, as well as with clients, vendors, and subcontractors, as needed. * Pay: Up to £30,000 / £13.48 per hour * Working hours: 9am – 5pm, Monday to Friday (35 hours per week) * Location: Delph, Greater Manchester * Temporary ongoing position This position would be well suited for a detail-oriented individual with strong organisational skills, who is flexible and able to deal with a variety of requests and can adapt to changing workloads and priorities. Main duties in the role: * Project finance administration and...

Your new company Large public sector organisation in Liverpool currently undergoing an exciting period of change and transformation. Your new role Working closely with the Finance Director and key budget holders, the role is responsible for leading the delivery of financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes. The job is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to new financial policies and support senior management by producing key management information for decision-making. You'll be a senior member of the management accounting team delivering expertise, quarterly reporting and technical guidance. Job duties include: To lead the financial planning and performance cycle, working directly with the budget holder and other colleagues to produce, communicate and deliver robust financial plans; agreeing/setting parameters; leading regular forecasting activities and producing robust financial reports and analysis together with expert recommendations on key areas...

This part-time Management Accountant role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to the financial operations within a 6m T/O business. The client is looking for someone approx 3 days per week. Client Details Our client offers hybrid working, free parking, and are located in Ashbourne. Description Preparing monthly management accounts Posting journals Accruals and prepayments Bank reconciliation Reporting Any other ad hoc finance related tasksProfile A successful Management Accountant should have: A background in accounts Be available to start on a short notice period Able to commit to a 3 days per week role Have a good level of Excel Xero experience would be advantageousJob Offer Hourly pay of £20-23 per hour + holiday pay Immediate start Hybrid working

Sewell Wallis are pleased to be partnering with a thriving business based in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, who are looking to recruit a Finance Assistant on a temporary basis. The role will be predominantly focused on Purchase Ledger, so it would suit someone experienced in this area of transactional finance. They are looking for someone to cover a period of leave within the team for approximately one month, though this may be extended. This Finance Assistant (Purchase Ledger) role is a great opportunity for someone who is immediately available and open to interim roles. You'll be joining a fantastic team and take on varied duties to play a pivotal role in keeping a busy finance function running smoothly. What will you be doing? Processing a high volume of supplier invoices with accuracy and efficiency. Matching and coding invoices. Handling supplier queries via email and telephone and resolving discrepancies. Reconciling supplier statements and investigating any differences....

Credit Controller Telford Temporary (ongoing) Working hours – 9am – 5:30pm Salary – up to £27,000 Prince Personnel is working with a well-established Telford business seeking a Credit Controller on a temporary basis for around 6 months. You will be responsible for: * Liaising with customers via telephone and email to resolve overdue accounts * Work with an assigned account base to maximise collection of monies owed * To maintain accurate records of the collection process * To work with customers to identify reasons for late payments and work with them to resolve * To minimise bad debts within assigned account base * To work closely with the sales department to resolve issues raised. Skills and Experience The role requires someone to have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to build rapport. You will need to be competent on MS Office, particularly in the use of, Excel and Word. Good negotiation skills are also...