39 jobs found in Sawston

Head of Finance (12-Month FTC) A well-established Housing Charity is seeking a Head of Finance on an initial 12-month fixed-term contract. Reporting directly to the Finance Director, this role offers a unique opportunity to operate as the number two in finance, playing a key role in both strategic leadership and operational delivery while supporting a period of transformation across the finance function and wider organisation. The organisation is recognised for its commitment to delivering high-quality services and creating positive outcomes for the communities it supports. This role is ideally suited to an experienced finance professional looking to step into a high-impact leadership position, driving improvements across people, processes and financial insight. Responsibilities Lead and develop the finance function, providing stability and strong leadership during a period of organisational change. Drive the Finance Business Partnering function, improving budgeting,...

Payroll Data Migration Analyst Contract Length: Up to 8 weeks Location: Fully Remote working available Hours: 40hrs (Apply online only) Monday to Friday Pay Rate: £20/£25 per hourJob OverviewWe are currently recruiting for a temporary Payroll Data Migration Analyst to support a key payroll transformation project. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced payroll or data professional to assist with the preparation, validation, and migration of payroll information ahead of a major system go-live.The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring payroll data is accurately transferred from existing legacy reports into new payroll templates, maintaining a high level of data integrity and accuracy throughout the process.Key Responsibilities Extract, review, and migrate payroll data from multiple legacy reports into new payroll system templates Consolidate payroll information into a clear and accurate format, including year-to-date earnings, deductions, tax, National...

Temporary Accounts Assistant Near Huntingdon - Office Based A well-established local manufacturing company is seeking a proactive and detail-focused Accounts Assistant to join its busy finance team. This is a varied, hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and can confidently manage multiple accounting and administrative tasks to deadline. The Role Reporting to the Senior Management Accountant, responsibilities will include: Supporting both Sales and Purchase ledger  Processing customer receipts, BACS payments, invoices and reconciliations Managing supplier payments and remittances Assisting with credit control and account queries Processing purchase invoices and payments Liaising professionally with customers, suppliers and internal departments About You The successful candidate will ideally have: Previous experience in an accounts or finance administration role is essential AAT Level 2 (or equivalent) preferred Strong Excel and MS...

Assistant Accountant - 6 month contract Location: Huntingdon (On-site) Salary: £32k - £38k + Benefits (Depending on Experience) We are delighted to be partnering with a well-established and growing manufacturing organisation to recruit an Assistant Accountant. This is an excellent opportunity to join an innovative business operating across multiple high-performance industries, offering real scope to develop and make an impact, with potential for a permanent role after the initial contract period. Reporting into the Senior Management Accountant, you will play a key role in supporting the finance function and contributing to continuous improvement across financial processes. Key Responsibilities Maintain daily and monthly cashflow forecasts Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts, including: Trial Balance Profit & Loss Balance Sheet Variance analysis with commentary Reconcile control accounts Post accruals, prepayments, and other journals (including...

Stock Controller Location: Bedford, MK41 0FS Shifts: Monday to Friday 06:00 - 14:00 Pay Rate: £15.38 per hour We are looking for a Stock Controller on a temp basis to support the day-to-day management of stock within the warehouse. The role involves maintaining accurate stock records, processing returns, completing stock counts, and ensuring all inventory information is updated correctly using SAP and other systems. Key Responsibilities Control and monitor stock levels of Small Pack products. Reconcile stock using SAP. Maintain stock records, spreadsheets, and related systems. Process returned goods and follow SAP procedures. Carry out regular stock counts and assist with audits. Investigate and resolve stock discrepancies. Support warehouse operations as required.Skills & Experience Experience using SAP and Microsoft Office. Good attention to detail and accuracy. Strong numeracy and literacy skills. Previous warehouse and administration experience preferred. Good...

Are you a detail-oriented finance professional looking for a short-term role with the potential for extension? Our client is seeking a Finance Assistant to join their team on a temporary basis. This role offers a fantastic chance to showcase your skills in a dynamic environment, providing essential support to the Finance team. Key duties and responsibilities: * Raise and process complex customer invoices * Review documentation and ensure correct accounting treatment/coding * Maintain financial records across multiple systems * Process journals where required * Support month-end activities * Perform credit control * Resolve invoicing and finance queries with budget holders and operational teams * Produce audit trails and supporting documentation Skills and experience: * Proven experience in a finance, accounts, or accounting support role * Good understanding of double-entry bookkeeping and accounting postings * Strong Excel skills * Excellent...

Job Title: Accounts Assistant Location: Chelmsford Job Type: Temporary, FTC Salary: £28,000 - £30,000, dependent on experience *** 12 MONTH FTC *** Are you an experienced Accounts Assistant looking for your next temporary opportunity? We're recruiting for a proactive and detail-oriented finance professional to join a busy and supportive team, helping to ensure the smooth running of day-to-day finance operations. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, takes pride in accuracy, and is happy to get involved in all aspects of the finance function. Key Responsibilities * Complete daily bank reconciliations. * Process purchase invoices and resolve supplier queries. * Enter weekly subcontractor invoices onto Sage. * Verify new subcontractors with HMRC. * Carry out weekly credit control activities. * Produce and issue monthly customer statements. * Prepare supplier payment runs. * Process monthly credit card receipts. *...

Finance Assistant - FTC | St Albans | Up to £33k Our client, experts in their field, are a modern and innovative firm looking for a Finance Assistant for maternity cover, 9-12 months. You will support and assist the Head of Finance with day-to-day financial management. What’s in it for you? · Salary: Up to £33k depending on experience · Hours: Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm, office based · 25 days holiday (plus 2 additional for Christmas period) · Subsidised parking Key responsibilities: · Update financial spreadsheets with monthly transactions · Prepare profit and loss schedules · Reconcile bank statements · Provide regular updates on fees delivered against target · Process tax payments on Finance Managers instructions · Record monthly payroll entries and journals thereof · Process monthly pension payments and recording thereof · Process supplier invoices and follow up with suppliers and managers as needed · Provide administrative support during budget preparation ·...

Finance Manager (Fixed Term Contract – 3 Months) Our client, an established and industry-leading organisation, is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to join their team on an initial 3-month fixed-term contract. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive finance professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and can quickly become a key member of the finance function. Key Responsibilities but not limited to Managing VAT returns and ensuring compliance Overseeing payroll Producing monthly management reports Budgeting, forecasting and financial planning Preparing detailed reports using Excel and PowerPoint Supporting the development of five-year financial forecasts for international reporting Providing accurate financial analysis to support business decision-making About You Previous experience in a Finance Manager or similar senior finance role Strong Excel skills with the ability to analyse and present financial data Experience with budgeting,...

Accountant - 3 month FTC We're working with a well-established and growing organisation looking to appoint an experienced Accountant on a three-month fixed-term contract. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys month-end accounting, management reporting and working within a collaborative finance team. This is a varied role where you'll take ownership of key financial processes while supporting the wider finance function during a busy period. Key responsibilities will include: Managing month-end processes Preparing monthly management accounts, including Profit & Loss and Trial Balance Completing balance sheet reconciliations Preparing accruals and prepayments Revenue recognition Posting journals Maintaining the fixed asset register Completing account reconciliations and resolving discrepancies Processing subcontractor reconciliations and recharges Responding to finance-related customer queries Supporting the Finance Manager and wider team with...

Credit Controller | Peterborough | Contract / 6-9 Months | 37 Hours per Week / £20.86ph | Onsite (5 Days) | Are you an experienced Credit Controller looking to take the next step in your career with a global organisation? We're looking for a proactive and detail-oriented individual to join a busy Financial Services team, managing a portfolio of key customer accounts while helping to drive cash collection, reduce overdue debt and minimise financial risk. The Role Manage a portfolio of customer accounts to maximise cash collection and reduce aged debt. Chase outstanding payments and negotiate payment plans. Build strong relationships with customers and internal stakeholders. Produce aged debt reports and provide regular updates on collection activity. Support month-end processes, reconciliations and audit requirements. Identify opportunities to improve processes and reporting.What We're Looking For Previous experience in Credit Control or Accounts Receivable. Good understanding...

Global Payroll Advisor (Temporary) The Opportunity We're working with a well-established global organisation that is looking for an experienced Global Payroll Advisor to join their People Services team on a temporary basis, with the potential for the role to become permanent. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced payroll professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced, international environment where accuracy, compliance and customer service are key. You'll play an important role in ensuring employees across multiple countries are paid accurately and on time while supporting payroll projects and continuous improvement initiatives. The Role of Global Payroll advisor As Global Payroll Advisor, your responsibilities will include: Processing and validating monthly UK and international payrolls alongside external payroll providers. Completing payroll reconciliations, calculations and month-end checks to ensure accuracy. Monitoring payroll changes within the HR...

We are urgently seeking a Management Accountant to immediately step into a hands-on position, where you will take control of overdue monthly reporting. This 3 month temporary position (potential to be extended) requires an experienced individual who can step in quickly, take ownership of the situation, and bring reporting up to date. The successful candidate will be comfortable joining mid-cycle, working with minimal supervision, and delivering results from day one. Initial responsibilities include: Responsible for monthly management accounts preparation Address the current backlog and restore accurate, consistent month-end reporting  Deliver accurate, timely financial information under pressure Support key areas including stock, materials, and manufacturing costingsYou will be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA), ideally at newly qualified level or with up to one year’s post-qualified experience. The successful candidate will demonstrate a proven ability to step into a...

Spencer Clarke Group are seeking a Revenues Team Manager for a local authority in North London. In this role, you will lead a Revenues team to deliver effective Council Tax collection, performance management, and high-quality service outcomes. Duties: Lead and manage a team responsible for Council Tax billing, collection, and enforcement. Monitor performance, quality, compliance, and service improvement initiatives. Support ethical income recovery and resolve operational issues within Revenues. Deputise for the Revenues Manager and represent the Council at meetings and hearings.Qualifications and Experience: Proven experience managing a Revenues, Council Tax, or Benefits team. Strong knowledge of Council Tax legislation, collection, and enforcement processes. Experience improving performance, compliance, and service delivery. Ability to manage stakeholders, projects, and operational change.What's on offer: Salary: £36ph+ *may negotiate higher for exceptional candidates, based...

About the Role Take the lead in a high-impact revenues role; we are seeking an experienced Revenues Team Manager to drive Council Tax billing, collection and enforcement performance on an initial 12-week contract. This is a strong opportunity to step into a visible leadership role, influence service standards and support effective income collection while working on a flexible hybrid basis. Key Responsibilities Lead Council Tax billing, collection and enforcement services with confidence and accountability. Drive team performance, service quality, compliance and continuous improvement. Maximise income collection through fair, ethical and effective recovery practice. Resolve service issues, identify training needs and strengthen operational controls. Manage HR matters, projects, audits and external revenue contracts. Represent the council professionally at meetings, court hearings and tribunals. About You Experienced Revenues professional with strong Council Tax,...

We are currently recruiting for a Payroll Administrator for a 6-month fixed term contract, the appropriate candidate must be available and ready to start ASAP and MUST have Workday. Please find more detail on the role below, if this is of interest apply, and one of our consultants will contact you. 6 MONTH FTC - Could potentially go perm £30,000 - £40,000 Based - Watford Need someone a little more on the senior side - someone who can think on their feet, good at problem solving. Workday payroll - 100% essential Team of 10 including manager and assistant manager 9000 employees - need to have high volumes Our client is looking for someone to come in and hit the ground running, so if you have retail and high volume experience, please apply today! 52085EB INDTEMP The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position

German Payroll Specialist 12 Month FTC Role Overview Join our EMEA People team to deliver a professional, accurate, and confidential payroll service. You will own the end-to-end German payroll process and support wider EMEA payroll management through our outsourced providers. This role plays a key part in ensuring smooth operational delivery and supporting our upcoming payroll transformation projects. Key Responsibilities Manage German Payroll: Own end-to-end processing for Germany in coordination with our outsourced provider. Ensure Compliance: Complete all German and EMEA statutory returns, tax filings, and legal reporting. Audit Support: Lead internal and external payroll audits across assigned EMEA countries. Month-End Finance: Deliver precise payroll accounting and month-end reconciliation procedures. Data Management: Input HRIS updates and email instructions accurately into the payroll system. Query Resolution: Resolve complex employee and HR payroll queries directly and...

Your new company A growing property investment and asset management business with a diversified portfolio across residential and commercial real estate is seeking a Fund Controller to join its finance team on an interim basis (c. 6 months+). The company manages multiple property funds and special purpose vehicles (SPVs), with a focus on value creation, investor reporting, and strong financial governance. The role is based in Central London, with standard working hours Monday to Friday. Your new role Reporting to the Finance Director, the Fund Controller will take ownership of the financial management and reporting across the property investment funds. Key responsibilities will include: Preparation of monthly and quarterly fund management accounts. Oversight of statutory accounts for property funds and SPVs. Consolidation of fund-level and group-level financial statements. Management of cash flow forecasting and liquidity planning across funds. Review and oversight of...

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 accounts Business partnering with property managers and asset teams to provide financial insight 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: Supporting the production of year-end accounts, including preparation of financial statement disclosures and technical accounting schedules. Preparation of statutory financial statements in accordance with IFRS, UK GAAP (FRS 102) and relevant regulatory requirements. Assisting with the interpretation and application of IFRS...