38 jobs found in Bedford

Finance Specialist - Accounting Operations 📍 Leicester (Office-Based) ⏳ Contract | Inside IR35 🕒 37.5 hours per week We are currently recruiting for a Finance Specialist - Accounting Operations to join a well-established global engineering and technology organisation on a contract basis. This role will support a busy finance function during a key integration period and offers the opportunity to work within a structured, professional accounting environment. The Role Working as part of the Accounting Operations team, you will provide hands-on support across month-end close and day-to-day accounting activities, helping the team achieve accelerated close deadlines while maintaining accuracy and compliance. Key Responsibilities Provide general accounting support during month-end close activities Prepare and post journal entries Perform account reconciliations Support month-end close processes and reporting Interpret and apply enterprise standards, SOPs and process maps...

Ref: 23274 MW Title: Accounting Associate Manager (Japanese speaker) Salary: GBP 40-45K (depends on experience) Location: London Status: 1 year FTC Accounting Associate Manager - Responsibilities: * Prepare management accounts, journal entries input, bank reconciliation and consolidation package. * Liaise with external auditor and tax advisor to prepare statutory accounts and tax return. * Oversee payments and invoicing procedure. * Assist in internal control assessment and improvement. * Prepare annual budget and update forecast on a regular basis. * Analyse the variance between budget, actual result and forecast, monitor budget achievement progress. * Support business team in asset management and project development. * Prepare board meeting materials, documents filing and other corporate related administrative matters. * Assist in general administrative duties for team members as appropriate. Accounting Associate Manager - Requirements: *...

Interim Financial Controller, Established, growing business, managing team of 6, Bedford, c£80,000 p.a. We are pleased to be partnering with a well-established engineering business in Bedford. Our client is looking for an interim Financial Controller. This is a key, senior-level position in a rapidly growing company. 20 million+ This is an office-based role and my client is keen to secure a local individual who can start ASAP from a construction background. Key Responsibilities: * Team Leadership: Managing and developing a finance team, with 6 direct reports. * Financial Management: Overseeing all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting. * Operational Support: Partnering with department heads to analyse project profitability and asset utilisation. * Compliance: Managing VAT, PAYE, and HMRC submissions. Our client requires: * Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with at least 5 years of post-qualification experience. * Experience in...

Interim Accounts Payable Clerk, High volume processing – Sage 50 – Based on site 100%, Bedford, to £30,000 p.a. We are pleased to be partnering with a well-established construction business in Bedford. Our client is looking for an interim Purchase Ledger Clerk responsible for processing high-volume supplier invoices, reconciliations, and payments. Located in Bedfordshire, this role requires strong Excel skills, experience with Sage 50, and excellent attention to detail to ensure accurate financial records. Key Responsibilities: * Invoice Processing: Accurately matching, coding, and processing a high volume of supplier invoices. * Payments & Reconciliation: Preparing BACS/card payments and reconciling supplier statements. * Query Management: Managing the purchase ledger mailbox and resolving supplier inquiries. * Administration: Assisting with month-end procedures and expense claims Our client requires: * Previous purchase ledger or accounts payable experience...

Accounts Assistant Leighton Buzzard Immediate starts only Think Accountnacy & Finance are working with a fast-moving business based in Leighton Buzzard who are looking to bring in an Accounts Assistant to support their finance team during a period of high workload and change. This is a hands-on role in a fast paced office environment, ideal for someone who enjoys variety, can adapt quickly, and isn't fazed by a busy day-to-day. This is a general Accounts Assistant position, with responsibility across both sales ledger and purchase ledger. The workload may flex between the two, so you'll need to be comfortable switching priorities and supporting where needed. Key duties will include: Sales ledger and purchase ledger processing Raising and posting invoices Processing supplier invoices and payments Managing queries and reconciliations Supporting the wider finance team with ad-hoc tasks Assisting with backlog clearance and keeping processes moving What they're looking...

Job Title: Revenues Manager This senior leadership role is responsible for the strategic direction and operational delivery of a high-quality Council Tax and Business Rates (NDR) billing and recovery service. You will lead the service to maximise collection rates, ensure statutory compliance, and drive digital transformation. Key Responsibilities * Leadership & Management: Directly manage seven Team Leaders, overseeing performance, addressing poor performance, and fostering professional development. * Strategic Oversight: Implement and review legislation, policies, and procedures for Revenues; provide expert advice to senior leadership and elected members. * Financial Accountability: Maximise income through accurate tax base monitoring and effective recovery actions. Manage delegated budgets and ensure the timely completion of statutory returns. * Service Delivery: Lead annual billing cycles, year-end processes, and five-yearly Business...

The opportunity to work as a Pensions Accountant for a Local Authority in Bedfordshire. Pensions Accountant – the benefits of this role; * £500-£600 per day, inside IR35. * Initial 6-month contract, subject to any further extensions. * 35 hours per week on average. * Working remotely/ from-home 4 days per week – office presence required a day a week. * Main office based in Bedford. What your day-to-day could look like as a Pensions Accountant? * Timely and accurate payment and submission of pension payovers, court order deductions to HMCTS and salary sacrifice deductions to relevant benefits providers. * Production of robust and auditable monthly working papers supporting pension payovers, court deductions and salary sacrifice benefits. * Monthly Reconciliation of Pension Balance Sheet Code/Control Account (YKR031) ensuring that the closing balance reflects the payover liability for that month. Please note that the job description is current at the date...

Interim Finance Process Improvement Lead 6-12 Month Interim Assignment Brackley, Northamptonshire Role Overview SF Recruitment are delighted to be working with a PE backed business in Brackley, Northamptonshire. Our client is seeking an Interim Finance Process Improvement lead to work closely with the Group Financial Controller & deliver a high-impact role focused on driving finance transformation, integrating subsidiaries, and redesigning processes. If you thrive on solving complex problems, challenging the status quo, and delivering results ahead of deadlines, this role is for you. Key Responsibilities - Lead targeted finance transformation initiatives-automation, reporting improvements, and workflow optimisation. - Drive finance integration projects post-acquisition, standardising processes across the Group. - Identify process pain points and implement practical, innovative solutions. - Collaborate with the Group Financial Controller to build scalable,...

We are partnering exclusively with a pharmaceuticals company in their search for a Senior Associate - Sales Order Processing. This is a 3 month temporary role based in Hoddesdon, looking to pay between £180 to £210 per day (PAYE or umbrella equivalent) for the right person. This role will be onsite 5 days per week. As a Senior Associate Sales Order Management, you will play a critical role in bridging the gap between contracts, project execution, and financial reporting. Key Responsibilities: Contract Management: Translate complex client contracts into ERP system sales orders, ensuring accurate setup of invoicing and revenue recognition profiles. Financial Oversight: Trigger invoice requests and revenue milestones; assist Finance with monthly revenue recording, budgeting, and forecasting. Project Tracking: Maintain detailed Excel spreadsheets for multi-site or complex projects and provide timely reporting and analysis to Project Managers. Cross-Functional Collaboration:...

Kinetic Recruitment are currently recruiting a Payroll Specialist to join an international Pharmaceutical company based within Harlow, Essex. Description: Start ASAP. Hours: 37.5 hours per week. Duration: Initially 3 months, with the possibility of an extension. Hybrid role, potentially remote for the right candidate. Annual Salary: £30,400. 25 Days annual leave (pro rata) plus Bank Holidays. Purpose of the position: The main purpose of the UK Payroll Specialist role is to ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll. Key Responsibilities: Under supervision and in accordance with all applicable government laws, regulations, CLA and internal policies, procedures and guidelines, this position is responsible for the following tasks: * Accurate and timely collection of payroll input data for all entities received from HR and other departments. * Conducts close review/monitoring of records for payroll changes submitted; works in a highly collaborative environment. * Answering...

CK Group is recruiting for a Payroll Specialist to join a global pharmaceutical company on a contract basis for 3 months initially.  Salary: £15.53 per hour PAYE (£30,400 pro rata) Payroll Specialist role: Accurate and timely collection of payroll input data for all entities received from HR and other departments. Carry out a close review/monitoring of records for payroll changes submitted;  Answering payroll questions from employees and/or managers concerning payroll requests and queries via the ticketing system. Accurate and timely processing of payroll. Involved in End-to-end payroll operations.Your Background: You should have at least 3+ years of relevant and comparable payroll experience in the UK. Payroll qualification desirable.  Equivalent work experience will be considered in lieu of a qualification. Experience of working with ADP GlobalView is a plus. Service-oriented and flexible attitude. Good social and communication skills, both verbally and in...

Senior Finance Officer – Part Time Are you passionate about numbers? Do you enjoy keeping accurate records of income and expenditure? Can you use financial data to produce reports for our Trustee Board? If you answered yes, then Young Barnet Foundation (YBF) needs you! YBF has an exciting opportunity for a Finance Officer to join our growing team. The successful candidate will be critical to the smooth running of the organisation, and the role will suit someone with a keen eye for detail and a willingness to organise and manage a wide-ranging workload. Summary Hours    21 hours per week (plus statutory breaks) Term     12-month fixed term contract (extension subject to funding)   Base       YBF office (East Barnet, EN4 8SG) Salary    £30,000 - £35,000 pro-rata (depending on experience and successfully completions of probation)   Accountable to Head of Operations. Application closing date Friday 27th February 2026 (although applications will be assessed on a rolling basis...

Payroll Specialist £13-16 per hour On going temporary role Are you an aspiring payroll a professional looking to provide additional support to the payroll team due to a busy period. Portfolio Payroll are proud to be exclusively representing a client who are a big player within the healthcare field. Job Overview You will be a key part of the payroll team assisting with the following. Day to Day Responsibilities: Inputting data across 2 payroll systems Deal with various queries across the business Help with running reports for payroll and rewards Essential Skills and Competencies: Experience with in house payrolls High level of computer literacy (MS Office, Word, Excel and PowerPoint) Payroll legislation knowledge High level of organisational ability; ability to work to tight deadlines and targets Good communication and customer service skills Desirable Skills and Competencies: Experience working in a payroll department A fundamental understanding of UK payroll...

This is a temporary position for 3-5 months (Hybrid after training) Our client are looking for a Payroll Administrator who will support the Payroll Co-Ordinator with the accurate input, processing, and reporting of two monthly payrolls. The role involves reviewing payroll transactions to identify errors or inaccuracies in line with company policy, ensuring compliance with UK legislation, and delivering high-quality payroll reporting to the business. Key Responsibilities * Interpret, input, and maintain payroll data across two payroll systems, ensuring accuracy and completeness. * Process payroll transactions for two monthly payrolls, reviewing data to identify errors or discrepancies against company policy. * Communicate effectively with managers and employees regarding payroll queries, submissions, and corrections. * Check and validate pay calculations for absences in line with UK legislation and internal policies. * Prepare data uploads and complete manual data...

Payroll Advisor | Tottenham | Hybrid: 4 days in office, 1 day WFH | £35,000 | 12 months Fixed term Key responsibilities include: Preparing and processing payroll data: new starters, leavers, changes, and timesheets. Calculating statutory and legislative adjustments including pension, sickness, maternity, and average holiday pay. Administering deductions for salary sacrifice schemes (CCV, C2W, Pension). Managing incoming and outgoing RTI, tax codes, SL1/2, RTI notifications, FPS. Reconciling payrolls for sign-off. Generating and uploading BACS files for net pay and third-party payments. Creating, balancing, and posting payroll journals. Distributing payslips and P45s. Providing timely, accurate month-end reporting to stakeholders and third-party providers. Managing payroll queries with a high level of customer service. Experience Requirements Experience within an in-house payroll function (not outsourced or bureau). Comprehensive knowledge of UK payroll legislation...

Job Title: Payroll Specialist 12 Month FTC Location: Glasgow (Hybrid) Salary: Competitive, based on experience Key Responsibilities: An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Payroll Specialist to join a growing HR Operations function within a global organisation. This role will take ownership of payroll delivery across multiple regions, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and a seamless employee experience, while also supporting broader benefits administration and process improvement initiatives. Key Responsibilities Manage end-to-end payroll processing for multiple regions (UK in-house; Ireland, Singapore, and US via outsourced providers). Validate, review, and sign off payroll calculations, ensuring compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements. Oversee payroll inbox and workload management, coordinating with another specialist to ensure timely completion of all tasks. Maintain up-to-date process documentation and ensure payroll systems and data are...

Title: Senior Housing Benefits Officer Sector: Local Authority / Housing Benefits Contract: 6-Month Contract Location: UK - 4 days office-based, 1 day remote Pay: Competitive hourly rate | Inside IR35 Role Overview: We are recruiting an experienced Senior Housing Benefits Officer to support a local authority Housing Benefits service. The role focuses on assessing complex claims, managing appeals, and maintaining high standards of accuracy and compliance. This opportunity is well suited to candidates with prior Housing Benefits experience or a background within a local authority or housing association. Key Responsibilities: Assess complex Housing Benefit and Council Tax Reduction claims Manage appeals and prepare tribunal submissions Provide technical advice and quality assurance support to assessment teams Ensure compliance with legislation, performance targets, and subsidy rules Liaise with internal departments and external bodies including DWPRequirements: Proven experience...

Due to an increasing order book and company expansion, a manufacturing group has a vacancy for an Accounts Assistant to join the business on a 3-month contract (likely to be extended or made permanent). The Role Perform all transactional activities relating to the Purchase Ledger function. Assist in the monthly Balance sheet reconciliation. Input supplier invoices & credit notes to the Purchase Ledger on a timely basis. Assist in the input of all transactions within the banking / cashbook systems. Maintain accounts payable and accounts receivable records. Reconcile bank statements and financial discrepancies. Prepare and update spreadsheets and financial reports. Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards. The Person Experience of Purchase Ledger function. Excellent Excel skills. Previous experience of having performed reconciliations. Comfortable with adhering to procedures and policies to ensure high standards are maintained. Strong...

Accounts Assistant Temp-to-permanent £25,000 - £27,000  Monday to Friday (Apply online only)  Leicester  SF Recruitment are currently supporting a business in their search for an Accounts Assistant to join a small and supportive finance team. This is a great opportunity for someone with previous accounts or finance administration experience who is looking to develop their skills in a well-rounded role. The Role Reporting into the finance team, you will support the day-to-day financial operations of the business, ensuring accurate processing of transactions and maintaining high-quality financial records. Key Responsibilities Processing purchase invoices, sales invoices and credit notes accurately and in a timely manner Supporting accounts payable and accounts receivable activities Reconciling bank statements and supplier accounts Maintaining accurate financial records and filing systems Assisting with month-end processes, including journals and reconciliations...

Kinetic PLC are delighted to be assisting with the recruitment of Finance Specialists to support a finance team during a key transition period. This is a 6-month initial contract with potential extension and may lead to a permanent position. Immediate start is required. This role is ideal for someone with at least 3 years' experience in finance and/or accountancy, who is comfortable working in a fast-paced, detail-focused environment, supporting day-to-day finance operations including payments, journal entries, and month-end close activities. Experience with SOPs and SAP (or similar financial systems) is essential. Working Hours * Monday - Friday: 9:00am - 5:00pm (37.5 hours per week) Assignment & Pay * 6-month initial contract * Immediate start * £22 per hour * Potential extension / permanent opportunity Key Duties * Support month-end close activities, ensuring accuracy and timeliness * Prepare and process journal entries * Perform account reconciliations and maintain...