116 jobs found in Bedford

Our client has a full-time vacancy for a Credit Controller, reporting to the Treasury and Financial Accountant. The role exists to ensure that the cash flow is received on a timely basis following the issue of a valid sales invoice. The role is working hybrid, with two days per week being office based and three days remote working. You will be working 37 hours per week. This role is offered as a temporary position, initiially for 3 months. The main role is to monitor accounts on the sales ledgers to ensure the prompt collection of monies. This will involve frequent contact by telephone as well as email and letter. In addition you will: * Establish and maintain good customer relations with account holders at all levels. * Follow up queries raised on invoices from customers, contacting relevant colleagues for information and instructions where necessary. * To advise when any problems arise, specifically with regard to accounts which show signs of delinquency or of...

Our client has a full-time vacancy for a Credit Controller, reporting to the Treasury and Financial Accountant. The role exists to ensure that the cash flow is received on a timely basis following the issue of a valid sales invoice. The role is working hybrid, with two days per week being office based and three days remote working. You will be working 37 hours per week. This role is offered as a temporary position, initiially for 3 months. The main role is to monitor accounts on the sales ledgers to ensure the prompt collection of monies. This will involve frequent contact by telephone as well as email and letter. In addition you will: * Establish and maintain good customer relations with account holders at all levels. * Follow up queries raised on invoices from customers, contacting relevant colleagues for information and instructions where necessary. * To advise when any problems arise, specifically with regard to accounts which show signs of delinquency or of...

Connect2Luton are excited to recruit Accounts Payable Officer on behalf of Luton Borough Council. Main purpose of position: Responsible for the delivery of an efficient and effective payment process, providing accounts payable support to the whole of Luton Council. To ensure the timely and accurate processing of all invoices, interfaces, manual payments, memo's and credit notes generated throughout the Authority. Support the Creditors financial system with the responsibility for documenting procedures, testing enhancements, updates and new releases, supporting devolved users with guidance and training on the accounts payable system and processes. Advising and supporting and service managers and cost centre managers on accounts payable procedures and legislation compliance. You will be responsible to: ·Assess and determine the suitability of invoices/petty cash and claims in relation to financial regulations. ·Identifying payment priority to ensure creditors payment terms...

Our client, a charity in Northampton, are looking for someone to start ASAP on a temporary basis, potentially turning permanent. Client Details Our client is a charitable organisation turning over approx 50 million. They offer hybrid working (2 days per week in the office) and free parking. Description Support with processing income to the charity Assist treasury team with grant payments Support the AP department Raise purchase orders Creating financial reports using Excel (v-lookups and pivot tables) Set up fixed assets in the finance system Assist the financial accountant with month end tasks such as posting journals, accruals and prepayments Help with balance sheet reconciliation Credit control including raising manual invoices Make sure all invoices and coded and reconciled Support with all payment requestsProfile You must have a solid understanding of core accounting principles including debits and credits, and what a balance sheet is. Someone who is AAT Qualified or...

Accounts Payable Assistant– 6 months contract - perm Are you an experienced Accounts Payable pro looking to step up and take on real ownership in your next role? This well‑established distribution business in Stevenage is expanding—and they’re searching for a confident, detail‑driven AP Assistant to join their friendly finance team. If you’ve got 2–3 years’ experience, thrive in a fast‑paced environment, and love getting stuck into end‑to‑end AP processes, this could be your perfect next move! What You’ll Be Doing * Handling supplier queries with confidence and professionalism * Processing multi-currency stock, expense, and pro‑forma invoices * Reconciling supplier statements * Running bi‑weekly multi-currency payment runs * Updating supplier banking & address details * Collaborating with suppliers and internal departments to resolve queries * Reviewing aged creditors and open payments to keep everything on track * Managing returns to vendors and ensuring credit...

We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client based in Buntingford, who are recruiting for an Interim Management Accountant to provide additional support to the UK entity for an initial 6 months. This is a full-time position, and to be successful you will need to be hands-on, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. Typical duties include: • Supporting the production of monthly management accounts for the UK entity • Managing and preparing balance sheet reconciliations • Assisting with consolidations and ensuring accuracy of financial data • Handling intercompany transactions and reconciliations • Supporting month-end close processes and reporting deadlines • Investigating and resolving discrepancies across accounts • Assisting with financial reporting and analysis • Supporting process improvements within the finance function • Liaising with internal stakeholders to ensure accuracy of financial information • Performing any other ad-hoc duties as...

We're working with a growing and supportive finance team looking to add an Assistant Management Accountant to their business on a 12 month fixed term contract. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a solid grounding in finance who's keen to develop their career in a dynamic and collaborative environment. The company are based on the outskirts of Hemel Hempstead and offer hybrid working. The Role You'll support the day-to-day running of finance across a portfolio of entities, gaining exposure to a wide range of accounting activities. The role offers excellent development opportunities, with plenty of scope to learn and grow over time. Typical responsibilities will include: Assisting with the preparation of monthly management accounts Posting journals, including accruals and prepayments Supporting cashflow tracking and forecasting Helping with financial reporting and variance analysis Assisting with VAT returns and other compliance tasks Supporting budgeting and...

Management Accountant - 12 Month FTC Hemel Hempstead | Hybrid Working (3 days office / 2 days remote) £30,000 - £35,000 per annum We are partnering with a leading employer of choice to recruit a Management Accountant on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established organisation with a strong reputation for its supportive culture and collaborative working environment. Key Responsibilities: * Assisting with the preparation of monthly management accounts * Supporting financial reporting and analysis * Performing balance sheet reconciliations * Working with large data sets in Excel to support business decisions * Assisting with budgeting and forecasting processes * Supporting the wider finance team with day-to-day accounting tasks About You: * Solid finance experience in a similar role * Comfortable with double-entry bookkeeping principles * Strong Excel skills and confidence working with data * Good attention to detail and a proactive...

As an Internal Audit Temp, you will work for a leading Bank focused on the automotive sector. You will be responsible for supporting the delivery of the audit plan through leading audit activities from planning to conclusion, collaborating with management on improving control effectiveness and reporting to the leadership team. You will be expected to support the team’s active involvement in the risk management process and to inspire change and continuous improvement, whilst upholding professional standards in internal auditing. 3-5 years’ experience in an audit role, preferably in financial services/ banking. Good knowledge of local regulations, with reference to consumer financing activities, transparency, anti-money laundering, and insurance. Independent and objective outlook with the ability to challenge accepted ways of doing things and assessments of risks in a constructive and professional manner. Enthusiasm for internal audit and strong desire to excel in the role. Able to...

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...

Senior Payroll Analyst Haddenham, UK - Hybrid Setting Fixed Term Contract – 18 months We are seeking an experienced UK Payroll Expert to take full ownership of end-to-end payroll operations for approximately 1,000 employees. This is a senior-level position requiring strong technical expertise, autonomy, and the ability to operate in a complex, international environment. The successful candidate will ensure payroll accuracy, compliance with UK legislation, strong internal controls, and high-quality service delivery to employees and stakeholders. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES Payroll Operations * Manage the end-to-end monthly and end of year UK payroll process for approximately 1,000 employees. * Review, validate, and process payroll inputs including salary changes, bonuses, variable pay, benefits, absences, statutory payments, bank updates, and terminations. * Ensure full compliance with UK payroll legislation (HMRC, PAYE, NIC, statutory leave, pensions auto-enrolment, etc.) and Sox...

Financial Analyst (18-Month Fixed Term Contract) Watford | Hybrid (4 days office, 1 day WFH) Are you an ambitious early-career finance professional looking to fast-track your experience in systems, group reporting, and transformation projects? CP Holdings are looking for a Financial Analyst to join their Group Finance team on an 18-month fixed-term contract, playing a key role in an exciting finance transformation programme. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on exposure to a major system implementation while developing strong technical and commercial finance skills. The opportunity You’ll be part of Project Darwin, supporting the rollout of OneStream, a leading consolidation and financial planning tool used across the group. Working closely with finance stakeholders, project teams, and implementation partners, you’ll gain real-world experience that goes far beyond a traditional analyst role. This role is ideal for someone studying towards a professional accounting...

Maternity Cover - Assistant Management Accountant based in Rugby Full-Time | 5 Days Office-Based | Near Coventry| 12-Month Fixed Term Contract We are working with a well-established and growing organisation seeking a hands-on Assistant Management Accountant to join the team on a maternity cover contract. This is a heavily transactional, all-round finance role suited to someone who enjoys being in the detail while also supporting month-end and management reporting. You will be an integral part of a small, collaborative finance team and will need to be comfortable rolling up your sleeves. The Role This is not a siloed position - you will cover the full finance function across transactional processing and month-end support. Key responsibilities will include: - Purchase ledger & sales ledger management - Bank reconciliations and cash allocation - Payment runs - Credit control support - VAT returns - Assisting with month-end journals, accruals and prepayments...

Payroll Officer, Nr Banbury 10 Month Fixed Term Contract (Hybrid working) Salary £33,000 - £35,000 per annum (10 Month Fixed Term Contract Assignment) (After training this role offers hybrid working 3 days in the office and 2 days remote working) To ensure accurate & timely processing of Payroll/HR Information. Maintaining compliance with confidential information. Maintaining payroll records including salaries, benefits, deductions, tax codes. Administering statutory payments such as SMP, SSP and pension contributions. Handling payroll queries. Accurate processing skills Handling and submitting real time queries Payroll reports, inputting information into Excel Liaising with HR and Finance departments regarding employee changes. Inputting new starters/leavers information Skills required: * End to end Payroll experience * Strong numerical & analytical skills. * Ability to handle confidential information. * Good Administration skills. * Excellent...

We are Hiring for a Senior Associate Payroll position for an International Bank based in Harrow for their Wholesale Banking Division. Mandatory skills - ADP JOB RESPONSIBILITY Administration:  To ensure that payroll systems are maintained and updated with changes including new starters and leavers, changes in benefits,employment status and other miscellaneous changes in a timely and accurate manner and in compliance with the Data Protection Act 1998  First point of contact for the staff appraisal system, responsible for implementation and monitoring of the system  Responsible for updating and monitoring the Time and Attendance system Darwinbox  To maintain a monthly payroll file for all new starters, leavers, bonuses and all other changes  Comply data for IBG, Bonuses and for Life Insurance for employees  To provide support to the HR team with any additional administrative activity and any other duties as required by the business.  P11D's and Tax Returns for...

£320 + VAT per day 6‑month Contract (Inside IR35) - Umbrella only Oxford, Oxfordshire, UK - Fully remote (Work from home!) Your new company We're supporting a local authority undertaking a crucial programme of work to modernise and strengthen how it manages Education‑related Section 106 (S106) data. These agreements play a key role in ensuring that new developments contribute appropriately to local education provision. With many legacy agreements requiring reconciliation and improved visibility, the organisation is investing in robust data, clear governance and better system alignment. This is an opportunity to join a team where your analytical capability directly supports financial stewardship, planning transparency, and future service delivery. Your new role As the Interim Education S106 Data & Systems Officer, you will be central to bringing order, accuracy and structure to a complex set of historic planning obligations. You'll review aged education‑related S106...

Accounts Payable Assistant – Immediate Start South Leicester | Office-Based | 3-6 month contract £30,000 -32,000 | Monday to Friday (37.5 hours) SF Recruitment are currently recruiting for Accounts Payable Assistants to join a busy finance team during a key project period. This is a temporary opportunity offering the chance to make an immediate impact by helping the team clear a backlog and strengthen supplier account processes. This role is perfect for someone with strong Accounts Payable experience who enjoys problem-solving and working in a fast-paced finance environment. What you'll be doing Supporting the team with the clear down of aged creditor balances Carrying out statement reconcilliations  Investigating and resolving supplier invoices and accounts currently on hold Reviewing and resolving debit balances Managing GRNI (Goods Received Not Invoiced) queries by identifying aged invoices and liaising with suppliers Maintaining project trackers and progress updates...

5 Days Onsite! Working with a well-established retail business who are looking to bring in an experienced Interim Management Accountant. This role is focused on delivering accurate and timely financial information, with particular emphasis on cashflow management, reconciliations, and forecasting. They’re looking for someone who can come in, be a steady pair of hands and transition smoothly into the team. Key requirements: - Part-qualified or fully qualified accountant (ACCA / CIMA / ACA) - Strong experience in cashflow management and forecasting - Proven track record with balance sheet reconciliations - Background working within a retail environment - Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, onsite setting

Contract Senior FP&A/Reporting Accountant - Insurance - The City, London My client, an insurance organisation, based in The City of London has a contract role for a Senior Accountant. You must have insurance experience and: 4-5+ years' experience within industry Ideally ACCA qualified accountant (Finalists will be considered) Proven experience working as a Reporting Accountant Strong hands-on experience with IBM TM1

Role:               Finance Officer Based:           Hammersmith Head Office – HYBRID 2 days from home Rate:               £14.75ph PAYE or £19ph umb Start Date:     ASAP Duration:       1 month Hours:            35 hours 9am – 5pm Monday to Friday Our client, a specialist charity, is recruiting for a Finance Officer. Responsible for maintaining all the transaction processing and reporting to the point of trial balance, utilising QuickBooks and reporting to the Head of Finance. This includes accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and banking.  Synopsis of duties: Accurately record all financial transactions and maintain financial records on QuickBooks Complete bank reconciliations, petty cash reconciliations, cash flow analysis, and reconciliation of Balance Sheet accounts on a monthly basis Process invoices, staff expenses, and reimbursement claims, and record all payments, including payroll Issue invoices, produce debtors lists, and chase payments on a monthly...