13 jobs found in Thornton-Cleveleys

Are you an experienced interim finance professional with a strong background in IFRS, statutory accounts, and audit processes? Our client, a dynamic private equity-backed services group based in Lancashire, is seeking an Interim Group Financial Controller to join their team. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to lead financial reporting and governance within a fast-growing, innovative business at the forefront of digital solutions. The position is hybrid, with flexible working arrangements and 1-2  days in the office each week, supporting a collaborative yet autonomous work environment. Key Responsibilities: Produce periodic financial reporting at group level, ensuring compliance with relevant UK accounting standards. Support the delivery of statutory reporting requirements, working closely with external advisors to facilitate a smooth audit process. Maintain strong balance sheet control, including oversight of key reconciliations and intercompany balances. Take...

The Payroll Assistant will play a pivotal role in ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing for employees within the retail industry. This position requires a detail-oriented individual with a strong understanding of payroll systems and accounting principles. Client Details Our client is a well-established organisation within the retail industry, known for its commitment to operational excellence and delivering quality services. As a mid-sized company, they offer a supportive and structured work environment, providing opportunities to contribute to key business processes. Description Prepare and process employee payroll accurately and on time. Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with all relevant regulations. Assist with tax calculations, deductions, and benefits administration. Resolve payroll discrepancies and answer employee queries promptly. Collaborate with the Accounting & Finance department to ensure seamless data integration. Prepare payroll reports...

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...

Finance Business Partner (Part-time) £50k -£60k (Pro-rata) Permanent Liverpool Finance Business Partner opportunity to join a renowned public sector organisation on a part-time basis ( 3 days a week) for a 12 month FTC. My client is looking for a committed and engaging individual who is an experienced Business Partner to add value to the existing friendly finance team. As the Finance Business Partner you will provide financial support, budget setting, strategic planning & review and operational delivery, alongside other duties below; Key responsibilities of the Finance Business Partner Ensure the delivery and production of financial and performance management information including budgets, forecasts and monthly financial reporting. Build effective relationships with budget managers to ensure that finance implications are understood in all significant decision making across the organisation, and to challenge and support decision makers. Provide financial management...

My client is an SME based in Salford. They are recruiting this position on a 6 month fixed term contract basis to cover the current incumbent leaving the business. As a Financial Controller you will be responsible for reviewing the monthly management accounts, which will be produced by the Management Accountant, consolidation of accounts, cash flow, process improvements and ensuring robust financial controls are in place. You will also manage a team and the people management aspect is a key part of this assignment. This role will suit a qualified, seasoned Financial Controller who has excellent people management skills and is comfortable in an SME environment. The salary is paying up to £80,000 dependant on experience and you will largely be based onsite with some flexibility agreeable

My client is a large, reputable business based in Media City. Due to a major transformation they are recruiting this 12-month fixed-term position to assist with several critical projects. As a RTR Process Specialist you will be heavily involved with supporting the GPO, embedding new system processes, documenting workflows, and providing insight and recommendations to help shape the future of the RTR team. You will liaise with various key stakeholders across Finance and IT to help drive efficiency, control, and process improvement. This role will suit a qualified accountant with experience in Oracle Fusion within General Ledger, month-end close, and reconciliations. You will be commercially driven, have excellent problem-solving skills, and be able to manage multiple workstreams in a fast-paced environment. The salary is paying up to £60,000 dependant on experience but can also be considered on a day rate basis, rate to be discussed. The business is also incredibly flexible...

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...

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...

Accounts Payable Manager – 12 Month FTC Axon Moore is looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to lead the Accounts Payable function in a successful business. Ensuring accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices, staff expenses, and payments. The role is responsible for managing AP operations, maintaining strong financial controls, improving processes, and working closely with internal stakeholders and suppliers. The position also supports month-end close, cashflow management, and financial reporting. Key Responsibilities Lead, mentor, and manage the Accounts Payable team, ensuring workloads are managed and deadlines are met. Oversee end-to-end processing of supplier invoices, corporate credit cards, and employee expenses, ensuring accuracy and timely payments. Maintain supplier records, including vendor setup, and resolve complex invoice, payment, or supplier queries. Ensure compliance with financial controls, VAT regulations, and audit requirements. Identify...

Michael Page are currently recruiting for a Management Accountant based in Wythenshawe. 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...

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...

Pickles Recruitment are on the hunt for a Purchase Ledger superstar to join a brilliant Tameside-based company.   If you're the kind of person who loves a tidy spreadsheet, can spot an invoice error from 50 paces, and gets a strange level of satisfaction from balancing accounts... we want to hear from you.   This is a great opportunity to join a friendly and stable business where your work actually matters (and yes... people will appreciate you when the numbers all line up perfectly).   The Role You'll be the backbone of the finance team, keeping supplier accounts in check and making sure everything runs like clockwork.   Your day-to-day will include:   Managing purchase order stock call-offs and resolving price queries Accurate matching of goods received notes (GRNs) to invoices — essential for production inventory control. Posting deposit and prepayment invoices for call-off orders Liaising with the purchasing team to resolve discrepancies in purchase order...

Internal Auditor Support - Driving Quality and Continuous Improvement This role sits within the Internal Audit function, where the successful candidate will contribute to the preparation, coordination, and execution of internal audits. The position plays a key part in maintaining a strong internal surveillance system and supporting the wider audit process. Key Responsibilities Supports Quality Audit Managers responsible for Wings (OW) and Logistics & Transport internal surveillance audit programmes. Assists with internal audit planning, including roadmap updates, scheduling, and reporting activities. Prepares and supports internal audit execution, ensuring accurate documentation and recording within the audit database (MAUD). Contributes to ongoing process improvement initiatives within the department. Team Environment The Internal Audit team offers a supportive and collaborative working culture where: A cooperative, team‑focused approach is encouraged. Team spirit and...