27 jobs found in Preston

Senior Financial Accountant – 6 month FTC Preston - £58,000 + Benefits – Hybrid Our client is a large and prestigious organisation based in Preston and we are seeking a qualified financial accountant to undertake a contract to assist with the activities to support the 25/26 year end. Your role will : * Produce the financial statements, alongside the supporting papers for the audit * Review the draft accounts, notes or narratives * Ensure the compliance with the statutory and regulatory requirements at year end, checking reports and reviewing draft financial statements * Support the preparation of the VAT returns and other tax work * Balance sheet reconciliations * Support Gift Aid Information and calculations It is essential that you are a fully qualified accountant with proven experience of producing financial statements and assisting with yearend processes. You will be confident in working on your own initiative whilst working as part of a larger team....

Finance Shared Services Manager - Interim Blackburn (Hybrid - up to 3 days in the office per week) Excellent day rate depending on experience. Are you an experienced finance professional with a passion for operational excellence and team leadership? We're looking for a Finance Shared Services Manager to lead the delivery of high-performing finance operations in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment. Based in Blackburn, this interim role offers hybrid working and flexible hours, giving you the autonomy to work in a way that suits your lifestyle while making a measurable impact on our business. Key Responsibilities: Lead the end-to-end delivery of core finance services including Accounts Payable, Credit Control & Billing, General Ledger, Fixed Assets, and Cash Management. Oversee month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting in line with statutory and internal deadlines. Maintain robust internal controls and ensure compliance with...

Your new company We are working with a well-established and growing business within the industrial supply sector that is seeking a proactive and hands-on Accounts Assistant to join their finance team in Wigan. This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy organisation in a broad, all-round accounts position where you'll play a key role in supporting the day-to-day running of the finance function.The successful candidate will enjoy working across multiple areas of finance, building strong internal and external relationships, and taking ownership of a varied workload. With the opportunity to secure a permanent position following an initial temporary period, this role would suit someone looking for stability, long-term prospects and the chance to make a real impact from day one. Your new role As an Accounts Assistant, you'll support the finance function across a range of duties including: Accounts Payable (purchase ledger) Accounts Receivable (sales ledger) Credit control...

Vivid are currently partnered with a PE backed Manufacturing business in Mancester, to secure an Interim Financial Controller as a stop gap for maternity cover, starting by mid September. The successful candidate should have prior experience in: Key Responsibilities * Financial Reporting & Compliance: * Oversee the timely and accurate preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with relevant accounting standards * Ensure compliance with all statutory reporting requirements, tax regulations, and company policies. * Manage the year-end audit process, acting as the primary point of contact for external auditors. * Financial Control & Operations: * Develop, implement, and maintain robust internal controls and financial policies to safeguard company assets and ensure data integrity. * Manage and optimize all aspects of the general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll functions....

Michael Page are recruiting for an immediate start Credit Control position based in South Manchester. Client Details A fantastic well established business based in Manchester. Description Manage customer accounts and oversee payment collections. Ensure invoices are issued accurately and on time. Monitor overdue accounts and follow up with clients to resolve payment issues. Reconcile accounts and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner. Prepare accurate financial reports for management review. Collaborate with the finance team to improve credit control processes. Maintain clear records of communication with customers regarding payments. Assist with ad-hoc tasks as required by the accounting and finance team.Profile A successful Credit Control Clerk should have: Experience in credit control or a related accounting role. Strong attention to detail and organisational skills. Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel. Clear and professional communication skills,...

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...

Accounts Assistant – Ashton, Wigan – ongoing possibly temp to perm – to start ASAP - £13.45 - £14.42 per hour depending on experience We are currently recruiting for an Accounts Assistant to join a busy finance team within an established business based in Ashton-in-Makerfield. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Purchase Ledger / Accounts Assistant who is comfortable working in a high-volume environment and processing a large number of invoices. You will be supporting the finance team across Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and credit control, with a particular focus on purchase ledger duties. Key Responsibilities * Requesting and processing purchase orders (POs) * Processing high volumes of supplier invoices * Matching invoices to POs and goods received notes (GRNs) * Dealing with purchase order queries and supplier issues * Reviewing and resolving invoice discrepancies * Raising and processing customer invoices * Processing payments...

Axon Moore are delighted to be supporting a well-established and successful £20m turnover business based in St Helens in the appointment of an Interim Finance Manager on an initial six-month contract. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Finance Manager to join the business and take ownership of the day-to-day finance function, ensuring strong financial control, accurate reporting and effective management information throughout the contract. Working closely with the senior leadership team, the successful candidate will provide stability across the finance function whilst supporting the business with its reporting, forecasting and wider commercial requirements. The Role Key responsibilities will include: Taking ownership of the month-end management accounts process Producing accurate and timely monthly management information Managing balance sheet reconciliations and financial controls Overseeing cash flow forecasting and working capital Supporting budgeting and...

Manchester | Temp-to-Perm | Hybrid Working Axon Moore is delighted to be partnering with a growing and exciting business to recruit a Finance Assistant on an initial 3 month temporary basis, with the potential to go permanent following.  This is an excellent opportunity for an immediately available finance professional looking to secure a role where they can develop their experience across a broad range of accounting functions, with the potential to become permanent. The successful candidate will join a supportive finance team and gain exposure across Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Credit Control, cash management and month-end, making this a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to broaden their finance knowledge and progress their career. Location: Salford  Key Responsibilities Assist with Accounts Payable, including supplier setup, invoice processing and credit card transactions. Support Accounts Receivable, including customer setup and sales invoice...

Payroll Administrator – Trinity House, Crab Lane, Fearnhead, Cheshire, WA2 0XS Days | Immediate starts – 3 days per week (Thursday is a must any 2 other days between Monday to Friday) 08:00 till 17:00 Looking for work as a payroll administrator in Warrington? Join HG Recruitment and benefit from competitive pay, weekly wages and regular ongoing shifts with our established client. Pay Rates: Holiday Pay Inclusive £12.98 per hour - £13.46 per hour The role Payroll (CIS): Cross-referencing weekly time sheets with attendance registers.  Addressing discrepancies with line managers.  Handling deductions and notifications.  Generating weekly CIS payments reports.  Notifying payroll of new starters and leavers.  Completing cross check monthly PAYE attendance reports.  General Administration:  Managing the sign-in book.  Updating attendance registers daily. Support with pension administration Support with benefits administration Support the team leader with...

Payroll Officer (Monthly Payroll) - Rolling Temp Contract Warrington | In‑House Payroll | £15-£16ph | Start ASAP A major organisation in Warrington is seeking a Payroll Officer to support their monthly payroll operations on a rolling temporary contract, with a strong likelihood of becoming permanent. You'll begin fully office‑based for the first 5 days, then move to a 3/2 hybrid split, working within a close‑knit payroll team of five. The role covers end‑to‑end processing for around 3,000 employees, forming part of a wider payroll population of 20,000. Key Responsibilities Delivering full monthly payroll processing for approximately 3,000 employees Managing starters, leavers, contractual changes, and employee lifecycle updates Handling statutory payments, deductions, benefits, and payroll adjustments Providing clear and timely support on payroll queries across the organisation Completing payroll checks, reconciliations, and compliance documentation Collaborating with a team of...

Payroll Advisor x2 - 6 Month FTC or Temp Liverpool | In‑House Payroll | £33,333.89 or £15-£16ph | Fully Office‑Based A large, well‑established organisation is looking for two Payroll Advisors to support their high‑volume payroll operations on a 6‑month fixed term or temporary basis. You'll work fully on‑site within a busy payroll team of 13, delivering accurate processing across 29,000 employees and five payroll cycles. Strong Excel capability, VLOOKUPs and PivotTables is essential. Key Responsibilities Managing high‑volume payroll cycles across UK Lunar, Weekly, Monthly x2 Processing employee lifecycle changes including starters, leavers, and contractual amendments Administering statutory payments and deductions across multiple payroll frequencies Providing timely support on payroll queries to employees and managers Preparing payroll outputs, checks, and reconciliations to ensure accuracy and compliance Using advanced Excel tools to manage, analyse, and validate large data sets...

My client is a logistics firm looking for a Payroll & Benefits Analyst. Working across 3 payrolls and working with a friendly, lively team you will be working on SAP on a hands on basis running a high volume payroll as well as payrolling flexible benefits and having a good working knowledge of benefits. Job Description Working as the Payroll & Benefits Analyst, you will be responsible for the joint running of 3 payrolls totalling around 1500. This role requires checking payroll before the pay run and correcting any discrepancies ahead of running payroll. The role would suit someone who has used SAP previously. Responsibilities End to end processing of monthly payrolls Analyse pre-payroll reports, reconciling discrepancies ahead of preparing final payroll authorisation Manual Calculations Handling all pay queries Inputting working hours and deductions to system P45's,P60's, P11d's HMRC & RTI submissions Ensure monthly payroll information, including overtime and...

Senior Accounts Payable ClerkLocation: Manchester City Centre Salary: Up to £35,000 per annum Contract: 9-Month Fixed-Term Contract Working Pattern: Full-time, Hybrid About the Role:An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Accounts Payable Clerk to join a global organisation based in Manchester City Centre on a 9-month fixed-term contract. Reporting directly to the Financial Controller based in Germany, you will take ownership of the UK Accounts Payable function, ensuring supplier payments are processed accurately and efficiently while building strong relationships with both UK and international stakeholders. This role would suit a proactive Accounts Payable professional who is comfortable working within a fast-paced, multinational environment and can quickly make a positive impact. Key Responsibilities Manage the end-to-end Accounts Payable process for the UK entity. Process high volumes of supplier invoices accurately and efficiently. Prepare and administer...

We are delighted to be supporting a dynamic retail business based in Greater Manchester in their search for an Temporary  Financial Accountant. This exciting opportunity is ideal for a qualified accountant who enjoys the interim market or is keen to do a temporary role while they search for a longer term opportunity.  As part of the financial accounting team, you'll play a vital role in ensuring accurate financial reporting & compliance. Lead on inter-company accounting processes for the UK, collaborating with other group finance teams to ensure timely month-end reporting. Prepare and review monthly P&L and balance sheet statements for various operating expenses within the UK business. Assist the Finance Manager with financial accounting tasks, management reporting, and regulatory compliance activities. Support statutory reporting duties, including the production of statutory accounts, VAT, tax filings, and liaising with auditors. Ensure SOX controls are operated...

Finance Officer, Manchester City Based. 6-Month Contract £17.03 per hour, Immediate Start. Mon to Fri, 9am to 5pm OR 8am to 4pm (Hybrid 3 days in, 2 WFH) We’re looking for an experienced Finance Officer to join a high performing, welcoming team on a 6-month contract. This is a hands-on role for someone with a strong understanding of accounting principles and the confidence to work across the full ledger and month-end process. Essentials as Finance Officer * Strong understanding of accounting principles and bookkeeping. * Excellent knowledge of journals, including permanent and reversing journals. * Strong full ledger knowledge and confidence working across the ledger. * Experience supporting the month-end close process, including posting journals through to the ledger. * Ability to prepare month-end variance analysis and support position reviews following soft close. * Advanced Excel skills are essential – you’ll need to understand the logic behind formulas and...

IMH are looking to recruit a reliable Council Tax Investigation Officer in Revenue and Benefits for our client based in Manchester M15 5BA The role will involve working within the Council Tax Unit on the Revenues and Benefits Service, You will provide specialist support across the HMRC Data Matching Project that is due to commence this financial year and support the investigation and resolution of complex case work. The role involves analysing and validating information received from HMRC and other data sources, identifying discrepancies, conducting detailed account reviews, and ensuring that Council Tax records are accurate and maintained in accordance with relevant legislation, policy, and procedural requirements. A significant aspect of the role involves handling complex and sensitive case work, including matters escalated through the Council’s formal complaints process. This requires the investigation of account histories, assessment of evidence, interpretation of...

As a Part-Time Payroll Administrator in Runcorn, you'll handle the day-to-day payroll tasks to ensure employees are paid accurately and on time on a 12 month fixed-term contract. Client Details This is a fantastic opportunity to join a friendly, family-oriented SME with a great culture and supportive working environment. Based in Runcorn, the business is looking for a Part-Time Payroll Administrator to join on a 12-month fixed-term contract, working 15-25 hours per week across 2-3 days, with flexibility around hours and working patterns. Description The Part-time Payroll Administrator duties include: Experience running weekly and monthly payroll Knowledge of statutory payments (SSP, SMP, SPP, etc.) Ability to handle payroll queries effectively Experience processing starters and leavers Strong attention to detail and accuracy in payroll administration Profile A successful Part-Time Payroll Administrator should have: Be immediatley available and able to commit to a 12 month...

We are seeking an experienced Credit Controller to join a busy finance team on a six-month fixed-term contract. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys building strong customer relationships, and is focused on achieving cash collection targets. Key Responsibilities * Manage a portfolio of customer accounts, ensuring timely collection of outstanding debts. * Build and maintain positive customer relationships to maximise cash collection. * Record invoice queries accurately and liaise with internal teams to ensure prompt resolution. * Maintain accurate records of customer interactions and payment commitments. * Process debit and credit card payments. * Support cash forecasting by recording payment promises and collection activity. * Work collaboratively with colleagues to resolve complex accounts and improve collection performance. * Prioritise workloads to meet financial targets while delivering excellent...

Payroll Administrator (Temporary - Until October) Stockport | Accountancy Practice | £14 - £15ph | Start ASAP | 3 Days office / 2 WFH available A well‑established accountancy practice in Stockport is seeking an experienced Payroll Administrator to join their payroll bureau on a temporary basis until October. You'll be working within a busy bureau environment handling payroll for approximately 120 clients, using BrightPay and managing end‑to‑end processing. Key Responsibilities Weekly and monthly payroll administration across a varied client portfolio Managing and validating time and attendance data Handling payroll queries, deductions, and adjustments Running payroll reports and supporting compliance tasksIdeal Experience Previous bureau payroll experience Strong working knowledge of BrightPay Comfortable managing high‑volume, multi‑client payrolls (around 120 clients) Strong communication and organisational skills Proactive and able to start immediatelyContract Details...