22 jobs found in Abingdon

We are currently working with Chartered Accountancy based in Oxford who are looking for an experienced, bureau Payroll specialist to join the team on an initial interim basis with a view to go perm. If you have a strong background in Bureau Payroll, dealing with high volumes and complex queries then this may be the role for you! The ideal candidate will have strong excel, excellent communication skills and must be happy to travel into the office on a hybrid basis. System requirements: Opera SAGE Xero 51650SM INDTEMP The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position

Finance Assistant Brize Norton - Fully onsite 12-month Contract £32.00 per hour - Umbrella ARM have an exciting opportunity for a Finance Assistant to join a global leader in aerospace innovation. You will be required to prepare analysis and data to allow the financial controller to manage targets, workload and workforce and to support discussions and decision making at Management level. The Role: Support the Financial controller in transacting, understanding and analysing operational cost, along with completing support tasks for the subsidiary Maintain cost, revenue and cash forecast for the entire business entity/business function Work with operational teams to forecast resource plans and cost impact Help record and evaluate risks or opportunities Assist in regular OP and FC process Act as a liaison for managers in understanding and controlling operational costs Input and advise on external costs and internal resources Liaison with procurement team to ensure correct...

Payroll Manager / People Services Lead Interim / Fixed-Term Opportunity | Senior Leadership Role | Band 8a We are supporting a large and complex organisation in appointing an experienced Payroll Manager / People Services Lead to take ownership of a critical function during a key period of change. This is a high-impact leadership role, suited to an individual who can quickly establish credibility, stabilise services, strengthen controls, and drive continuous improvement across a multi-layered payroll environment. The Role Reporting into senior leadership, you will lead the payroll function, ensuring the accurate, compliant, and timely delivery of payroll via outsourced providers. You will act as the strategic lead for payroll operations, working closely with internal stakeholders and external partners to improve performance, enhance governance, and shape future service delivery. Key Responsibilities * Ensure accurate and timely payroll delivery through outsourced service...

Assistant Management Accountant Bicester, Oxfordshire | 6-Month Temporary Contract | Full Time We are partnering with a fast-growing, innovative organisation based in Bicester to recruit an Assistant Management Accountant on a 6-month temporary basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented finance professional to make a real impact within a dynamic team. The Role Reporting into the Financial Controller, you will support the day-to-day finance function and play a key role in month-end and year-end processes. You will work within a collaborative team environment where your contribution will be valued from day one. Key Responsibilities *Processing cash postings accurately and in a timely manner *Maintaining and managing the sales ledger *Preparing and reviewing balance sheet reconciliations *Supporting the year-end audit process and liaising with auditors as required *Posting month-end journals *Performing account reconciliations to ensure accuracy across the...

Job Advertisement: Contract Specialist Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for contracts and legal documentation? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where your skills can make a real impact? Our client, a leading organisation in the Life Sciences sector, is seeking a talented Contract Specialist to join their team on a temporary basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to crucial projects during an exciting period of transition! Position Details: Job Title: Contract Specialist Contract Type: Temporary Location: Remote Hourly Rate: £22.00 Contract Length: 10 months Hours per Week: 40 Flexible Working Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Start Date: ASAP Role Purpose: As a Contract Specialist, you'll play a pivotal role in reviewing and managing existing contracts during a significant legal entity name change. Your keen eye will help ensure risks are identified and that effective communication is maintained with customers across multiple regions. Key...

Venture Recruitment Partners are working with an exciting international business on their search for an experienced Project Accountant to join them on a short term contract. This role will report to the Head of Finance and has a chance to extend due to the critical nature of this project. This best suits a Project Accountant with strong data analysis and systems skills.  Basingstoke - Hybrid working Rate - £400 - £450p/d Outside IR35 Key Responsibilities of the Project Accountant- - Build a new revenue recognition process that maintains current accounting policies and procedures and a repeatable way on excel - Ensure adequate controls are in place in the process to ensure any errors/data feed issues surface - Work with 3rd party providers, internal finance & technology colleagues to understand the challenge, and keep them abreast of the solution design & delivery process - Establish and maintain strong data governance, access security, and change‑control frameworks...

Job Advertisement: Contract Specialist Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for contracts and legal documentation? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where your skills can make a real impact? Our client, a leading organisation in the Life Sciences sector, is seeking a talented Contract Specialist to join their team on a temporary basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to crucial projects during an exciting period of transition! Position Details: Job Title: Contract Specialist Contract Type: Temporary Location: Remote Hourly Rate: £22.00 Contract Length: 10 months Hours per Week: 40 Flexible Working Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Start Date: ASAP Role Purpose: As a Contract Specialist, you'll play a pivotal role in reviewing and managing existing contracts during a significant legal entity name change. Your keen eye will help ensure risks are identified and that effective communication is maintained with customers across multiple regions. Key...

Interim Systems Accountant Primarily Remote | 1 day/week onsite (Thames Valley) 3-6 Month Contract Outside IR35 Ready to lead a high-impact finance transformation? We're looking for an experienced SAP Statutory Reporting Lead to drive the rollout of a consolidation/reporting system across a complex, multi-entity environment (c.20 entities). This is a hands-on role with a strong focus on systems improvement, process optimisation, and fixing what's broken - perfect for someone who enjoys making an immediate impact. What You'll Be Doing Lead SAP (or equivalent) statutory reporting rollout Reconcile to FY25 signed accounts, including disclosures & adjustments Identify and resolve key reporting/system gaps (~50% of the role) Improve and automate finance processes & spreadsheets Support Power BI reporting (desirable) Partner with stakeholders to deliver practical, scalable improvements What You'll Bring Strong experience in SAP (SAC) or similar consolidation tools...

Our client has a full-time vacancy for a Legal Accounts Assistant, working Monday to Friday, 9.00 am to 5.30 pm (37.5 hours per week). This role is offered as a temporary contract till October 2026. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: • Monitor client and office bank accounts for incoming payments. • Send payments upon request from legal advisors. • Prepare bills to send to external clients. • Input purchase ledger invoices on to the accounting software. • Approve and pay staff expenses. • Respond to ad hoc queries via emails from colleagues and suppliers. • Ability to draft simple correspondence unsupervised. • Attention to detail and accuracy with numerical data. • Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to develop a good rapport with all internal and external clients. • Team player able to fit into a friendly but busy unit. • Excellent organisational ability with a friendly but professional attitude. • Ability to work to tight deadlines particularly at month end and financial year...

We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Property Data Officer to support the effective management, storage and reporting of property and asset information on a 3 month initial contract basis.    In this important role, you will act as the officer for property information, ensuring records relating to land and building assets are accurately captured, maintained and stored in line with legal and organisational requirements. You will provide advice on property data processes, support reporting and data management activities, and help ensure it meets its obligations for asset record keeping and information governance.    Key Responsibilities Manage and maintain property information systems and databases Ensure accurate capture, storage and reporting of property records Provide advice on policies, procedures and documentation relating to property data Support compliance with statutory and corporate asset recording requirements Produce reports and data analysis to...

Interim Accounts Payable Clerk (4 months), team of 5, office based, Luton, £15 per hour Our client, a well-established business in Luton, have a need for an experienced Accounts Payable Clerk to join their head office finance team. This is for a 4-month fixed term contract starting as soon as possible. Working in a busy and fast paced finance team, your duties as Accounts Payable Clerk will include: * Posting invoices * Reconciling supplier statements * Dealing with finance queries * Payment runs * Finance administration * Support to business as needed The ideal candidate for the Accounts Payable Clerk opportunity will have 2-3 years purchase ledger experience, be confident working as part of a team, building relationships at all levels and working to deadlines. You will be confident posting invoices, reconciling statements, working as part of a team and handling queries

Senior Accountant Certain Advantage are hiring for a Senior Accountant based in Daventry. This role is on an initial 6-month contract basis and is required to be onsite 2 days a week. Summary: You will be responsible for carrying out highly specialised accounting duties to maintain the department’s general ledger. This role also involves conducting detailed financial analysis of the department’s chart of accounts and financial statements, including identifying and evaluating unusual variances. Your responsibilities: Analyses, records and reports accounting transactions in a timely manner. Prepares general ledger entries and account reconciliations. Prepares balance sheet and profit and loss statements, consolidated financial statements, and other accounting schedules and reports. Responds to inquiries received from management, internal and external auditors, Sarbanes-Oxley audit group and others regarding financial results, special reporting requests, etc. Review...

Purchase Ledger Clerk Part-Time | 3 Days Per Week Pay: £13.00 - £15.00 per hour Contract: 2-3 Month Temporary Assignment We're looking for an experienced and detail-focused Purchase Ledger Clerk to join a busy finance team on a part-time temporary basis. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, takes pride in accuracy, and is confident managing supplier accounts and invoices from start to finish. Key Responsibilities Processing supplier invoices accurately and efficiently Matching invoices to purchase orders and resolving any queries Managing supplier payments and reconciling statements Maintaining accurate purchase ledger records and supplier information Supporting month-end processes and reporting outstanding balances What We're Looking For Previous purchase ledger/accounts payable experience Proficiency in Xero Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills Confident communicator with suppliers and internal...

Job Title: QC Administrator Location: Greenford, On-Site Job Type: Temporary Contract Are you a hands-on, organised Warehouse or Operations professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and loves getting stuck in? We’re supporting the search for a QC Sample Administrator / Operative to join the Quality Control team of a globally recognised FMCG drinks business. This is an exciting temporary opportunity to join a high-energy environment where no two days are the same. Responsibilities: Receiving and recording deliveries of samples for the laboratory Logging samples in support of Laboratory Analysts Retaining and maintaining accurate records of standard and investigatory samples Supporting improvement initiatives across sample control and warehouse processes Collecting and preparing samples for sensory and investigatory analysis Maintaining waste receptacles and coordinating destruction processes Monitoring pallet destruction activities Creating outbound forms and...

Are you an experienced Council Tax Officer looking for your next challenge in local government? We are working with a local authority seeking a skilled professional to join their Revenues team on a contract basis. In this role, you will manage council tax and business rates accounts, identify liable parties, apply reliefs, and ensure accurate billing. You will also handle complex cases, take enforcement action when required, and support colleagues in maintaining high service standards. Key Responsibilities Manage and maintain council tax and business rates accounts Identify liable parties, calculate charges, and issue accurate bills Take enforcement action to recover outstanding debts Advise on complex cases and legislation Support and train colleagues to ensure consistent, high-quality service Contribute to process and system improvementsRequirements Proven experience in council tax and business rates administration within a local authority Strong knowledge of revenues...

Ref: MGCON2939 Location: Warwick – 1 day in office and rest from home. Occasional and infrequent travel to Stevenage as well. Hours: Monday to Friday 8.30am – 4.30pm Pay: £13.45ph paid weekly PAYE Duration: Ongoing Contract – Long Term    Duties Loading invoices received into the department accurately & making payments to suppliers to ensure continuity of supply from our suppliers. The post holder will deal effectively and efficiently with the Accounts Payable Ledger, to meet payment deadlines to ensure continuity of supply from our suppliers and work effectively within a team.  o Invoice matching to the Purchase Ledger-both purchase order and non-purchase order related  o Credit note matching  o Document indexing  o reconciliation/review and document chasing  o Internal liaison within the Telent organisation  o External liaison with Suppliers  o Supplier and invoice query resolution  o Supplier database maintenance and verification  o Bacs/Chaps payment...

Duration: Temporary ongoing Company: Warwickshire County Council Hours: Monday to Friday – 37 hours a week Location: Warwick / Hybrid Salary: £22.85ph Start Date: ASAP About the Role Are you passionate about driving high-quality, cost-effective services and achieving meaningful outcomes? Join our clients dynamic Contract Management and Quality Assurance Team as a Contract Management Officer and play a vital role in ensuring commissioned services deliver value and meet the needs of Warwickshire citizens. In this role, you will lead contract management activities for a defined portfolio, working closely with stakeholders to monitor, evaluate, and improve service delivery. You’ll use evidence-based approaches to shape markets and foster robust partnerships, ensuring services align with their high standards and strategic goals. Key Responsibilities Deliver effective contract management in line with the Council’s framework. Monitor and analyse contract performance, ensuring timely...

We're currently recruiting for an experienced Council Tax Billing Officer to join a busy Revenues service on a fully remote basis. This Council Tax Billing Officer role will focus on the accurate and timely administration of Council Tax billing, ensuring compliance with legislation and maximising collection rates. The successful Council Tax Billing Officer will manage billing, discounts, exemptions and payment arrangements while providing support and advice to residents and stakeholders over the phone and in writing. The Role - Administer Council Tax billing in line with legislation and case law. - Process discounts, exemptions, disregards and reductions. - Assess applications and reviews following verification checks. - Set up and manage payment arrangements including Direct Debits. - Respond to customer enquiries via phone, email and written correspondence. - Liaise with internal teams and external agencies regarding Council Tax matters. - Maintain accurate records and...

MMP Consultancy is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor on behalf of a Consultancy, who is working with a Housing Association, to strengthen oversight of their responsive repairs contract with a major contractor. The role will require working 1 day per week in the office in Surrey/London and 4 days working from home. The rate of pay is £400pd inside of IR35. This role has arisen due to concerns around cost control and contract compliance, particularly relating to variations and work order management. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring value for money and robust commercial governance. Responsibilities: Review and audit responsive repair work orders submitted by the contractor Identify and challenge potential overcharging or 'job building' practices Validate and assess variations against agreed contractual limits Investigate the high volume of self-approved variations Provide clear justification, reporting, and recommendations on flagged works Work...

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...