31 jobs found in Braintree

Interim Accountant (6-Month Fixed-Term Contract) Chelmsford, Hybrid Business based in Chelmsford are looking for a Management Accountant to join them on a fixed term contract. Initially this will be for a period of six months with possible extension to a full twelve months. Reporting to the Financial Controller you will play a key role in supporting the smooth operation of the finance function, ensuring accurate financial reporting, robust controls, and efficient month-end processes. This is a varied role that will involve assisting with management accounts, month-end activities, payment approvals, journals, quarterly returns, income reconciliations, debt management and year-end audit support. You'll also provide oversight and guidance to the Finance Assistant and help drive efficiency across the finance function. About You Qualified Accountant Strong month-end and financial accounting experience Advanced Excel skills are essential Experience with Sage would be advantageous...

We are currently supporting the appointment of an Accounts Payable Assistant to join a well-established organisation on a 9-month tempoary basis. This is a hybrid opportunity based in central Cambridge, with an initial period of fully office-based working before transitioning to a more flexible arrangement. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting the Accounts Payable function with the following duties: • Processing a high volume of invoices accurately and efficiently • Performing purchase order (PO) matching and resolving discrepancies • Carrying out supplier statement reconciliations • Processing employee expenses in line with company policy • Managing a shared finance mailbox and responding to queries • Handling transactions across multiple currencies As the successful applicant, you will have prior experience in an Accounts Payable or equivalent role, ideally within a public sector environment. You will demonstrate strong attention to detail, be...

HR Administrator Location: Babraham Research Campus, Cambridge Job Type: Full-time - Fixed Term Contract for 6 months Salary: £25,000 - £28,000pa dependent on experienceReed are delighted to be working with a global company who are seeking a dedicated HR Administrator to play a pivotal role in the smooth operation of their Human Resources department. This position involves providing both routine and ad-hoc administrative support, ensuring HR processes run efficiently and assisting with recruitment and compliance with company policies. Day-to-day of the role: Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records in the HRIS, ensuring confidentiality in accordance with UK legislation. Co-ordinate new starter documentation and induction plans, liaising with site security and collaborating with the Talent Acquisition Partner and Hiring Managers to ensure a seamless onboarding experience. Handle administrative duties related to employee changes, including promotions, terminations and...

Interim Revenue Accountant 12 Month Fixed Term Contract Cambridge (2 days in the office) Our client is seeking an experienced Interim Revenue Accountant to join their finance team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is an outstanding opportunity to join a highly regarded organisation where you'll play a pivotal role in revenue accounting, financial control and ongoing finance transformation initiatives. Reporting to a senior finance leader, you'll take ownership of complex revenue recognition processes, reconcile high-volume transactional data from multiple systems and deliver accurate, insightful reporting to support business decision-making. This is a role for someone who enjoys getting under the skin of the numbers, investigating variances and continually looking for ways to improve processes through automation and enhanced controls. Key responsibilities include: -Managing the monthly revenue recognition and deferred revenue process. -Reconciling large, complex datasets...

Interim Revenue Accountant 12 Month Fixed Term Contract Cambridge (2 days in the office) Our client is seeking an experienced Interim Revenue Accountant to join their finance team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is an outstanding opportunity to join a highly regarded organisation where you'll play a pivotal role in revenue accounting, financial control and ongoing finance transformation initiatives. Reporting to a senior finance leader, you'll take ownership of complex revenue recognition processes, reconcile high-volume transactional data from multiple systems and deliver accurate, insightful reporting to support business decision-making. This is a role for someone who enjoys getting under the skin of the numbers, investigating variances and continually looking for ways to improve processes through automation and enhanced controls. Key responsibilities include: -Managing the monthly revenue recognition and deferred revenue process. -Reconciling large, complex datasets...

Management Accountant (12-Month FTC) Hatfield | Hybrid Working (3 Days Office / 2 Days Home) £55,000-£60,000 + Bonus We're partnering with a leading consumer-facing business to recruit a Management Accountant on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant to join a high-performing finance team in a commercially focused environment. Based in Hatfield, this hybrid role offers 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home, alongside the opportunity to work across a broad finance remit within a dynamic and fast-paced business. The Opportunity Reporting into the finance function, you'll work closely with teams across Reporting, Transactional Finance, Commercial Finance and operational stakeholders to ensure accurate financial reporting and strong financial controls. This role would suit someone who enjoys taking ownership, partnering with the business, and improving processes in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities * Own...

Bookkeeper / Finance Assistant (Part-Time - 3 Days per Week) We are looking for a reliable and detail-oriented Bookkeeper / Finance Assistant to join small team on a part-time basis (3 days per week). This is an excellent opportunity for an organised finance professional who enjoys working in a varied role and takes pride in maintaining accurate financial records while supporting the day-to-day finance function. Flexible working options are available. Key Responsibilities for the Finance Assistant position Process and post purchase invoices accurately. Raise sales invoices and assist with credit control. Reconcile bank accounts and supplier statements. Prepare supplier payment runs. Support month-end processes and maintain accurate financial records. Assist with VAT returns and general finance administration. Respond to supplier and customer finance queries. About You Previous bookkeeping or finance assistant experience. Strong invoice processing and accounts payable...

Italian Speaking Accounts Assistant Hybrid working 12 month FTC   We are looking for a highly organised Italian Speaking Accounts Assistant to support day-to-day finance operations across Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable. This role plays a key part in ensuring accurate financial processing, reconciliations and strong internal controls.   Key Responsibilities Process supplier invoices, maintain supplier accounts and prepare payment runs (including BACS, CHAPS, SEPA and international payments) Allocate customer receipts, issue Direct Debits and maintain accurate sales and purchase ledgers Set up and maintain supplier and customer records within the ERP system, including verification of bank details and VAT registrations Perform bank reconciliations and statement reconciliations for suppliers and customers Monitor overdue balances, support credit control activities and resolve billing or payment queries Carry out credit checks for new customers and support EU cross-border...

This well-known and high-profile organisation is looking to recruit an interim Financial Accountant for a 12 month fixed term contract. You will be required to support with the financial control, reconciliation of the balance sheet, statutory accounts production and other external reporting. As the Financial Accountant, you will work within a small and focussed team and report to the Financial Accounting Manager. Your daily duties will include: * Manage the year end closing process, under the accounting standards of charities SORP, including closely monitoring the posting of year end journals and audit adjustments. * Ensure the implementation and monitoring of internal control procedures – performing relevant tasks in relation to the balance sheet. * Monitoring and forecasting cash flow and maintain treasury management controls and bank position. * Maintain constructive relationships with the bank and investment advisors. * Preparation of quarterly VAT returns for...

Payroll Administrator - London Key Responsibilities: Processing payroll administration activities accurately and efficiently Responding to employee payroll queries and resolving issues in a timely manner Supporting payroll processing and reconciliation activities Assisting the wider payroll team with ad hoc administrative tasks Maintaining accurate employee payroll records Liaising with internal stakeholders to ensure payroll data is up to date Be part of a team of 6 1300 employees on UK payrollRequirements: Previous payroll administration experience Strong understanding of payroll processes and employee payroll queries Experience within retail or hospitality environments is highly desirable Knowledge of SAP SuccessFactors would be desirable Strong attention to detail and organisational skills Ability to work independently and support a busy team environment Immediately available or available at short notice 51812SB INDTEMP The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our...

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established professional services firm based in Central London who are seeking an experienced Finance Manager to join their team on an initial 3-month contract, with an immediate start required. This role is ideally suited to a Finance Manager with a strong background working within SMEs, where they have taken ownership of the end-to-end finance function in a hands-on environment. Previous experience within a professional services organisation, particularly the legal sector, will be highly advantageous. Key responsibilities include: * Preparing monthly management accounts and financial reports for senior stakeholders and Partners * Managing the month-end and year-end accounting processes * Overseeing purchase ledger, sales ledger, credit control and daily banking activities * Monitoring cash flow and preparing accurate cash flow forecasts * Managing client and office accounts, ensuring compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules...

Tax Accountant - Sittingbourne - On site and Office based About the Role We are seeking a proactive and analytically minded Tax Accountant to join our in‑house tax team in Sittingbourne. This is a broad and hands‑on role that supports the Tax Manager across UK Corporate Tax, VAT and transfer pricing activities, while working closely with general accounting and finance teams. This position is ideal for a newly qualified or recently qualified accountant or tax professional (or qualification pending) looking to make their first move from practice into industry, or an early‑career in‑house professional seeking wider exposure. You will play a key role in ensuring compliance, improving processes, and supporting commercially sound decision‑making across the business. We welcome candidates who are process‑driven, collaborative, curious, and open to using technology and AI‑enabled tools to drive efficiency and insight. Key Responsibilities * Prepare, review and submit UK...

Financial Controller (HR Team) Contract: Ongoing Temporary position Location: High Street Kensington (Hybrid - 3 days a week in the office) Working Pattern: 37.5 hours a week, Monday to Friday Client Industry: Luxury retail As an Financial Controller you will collaborate closely with the dynamic HR team and Financial Controlling team. Your role will focus on analysing and interpreting data to enhance workforce knowledge and performance. You'll be responsible for managing the HR budget and tracking HR-related expenditures. Main Responsibilities - Maintain the HR database, ensuring accurate cost centres and analytical data. - Conduct ad-hoc reporting as needed, including Annual reports and national statistics. - Assist the Payroll Manager and Accounting teams with payroll exports. - Take charge of the HR budget for specific brands and track it monthly. - Collaborate with the Compensation & Benefits Manager, HR management, and Recruitment to coordinate compensation and...

Accounts Payable / Planning Specialist £220.00 per day (Umbrella) London (Hybrid) 6 Month Contract Our client is currently searching for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join their team! Within this role, you would be responsible for managing the end-to-end financial and operational support for Key Accounts. This would be covering Accounts Payable activities, budgeting, reporting, controls and stakeholder communication. You would also be responsible for supporting business reviews, audits, pricing and launch communications, vendor and customer setup , and value-adding initiatives such as the Key Accounts digitisation. Role responsibilities: Own and manage Accounts Payable processes for Key Accounts, including invoice processing, Proof of Performance (POP) review, and timely query resolution Act as a key point of contact for customers, internal stakeholders, and third‑party finance teams, building strong working relationships Ensure controls, compliance, and audit...

Oracle EBS Developer – Circa £750 Per Day – 12 Months – London (Hybrid) – Investment Banking   Overview: A market leading Investment Banking organisation are searching for a multiple Oracle EBS Developers to join them for a large General Ledger migration to EDS. The project is currently in the planning stage – due to launch very soon.   Technical Requirements: Strong senior developer with 5+ years’ experience EBS 12.2.4 SQL PL/SQL Functional application knowledge GL, AP, AR, PO, FA, iProcurement, iExpenses, eTax, Projects & FAH Financial services experience Finance concepts knowledge Understanding of strong integration controls XML/BI Publisher Oracle Reports builder Oracle forms personalisation OA Framework/JDeveloper Strong understanding of the Oracle database schema Unix shell scripting Workflow builder Oracle approvals management AMERate & Duration: Circa £750 Per Day 12 Month Contract (Likely Extensions) London (Hybrid)Oracle EBS Developer – Circa £750 Per Day – 12...

Interim UK Corporate Tax / VAT Specialist Contract Length: 3–6 months Location: Fully Remote Overview We are seeking an experienced UK Corporate Tax and/or VAT professional to support a major tax compliance and review project for a large corporate group. Working under the oversight of an established in-house tax team, the successful candidate will assist with the review of historical tax filings and support ongoing compliance activities. Key Responsibilities Conduct a detailed review of historic UK Corporation Tax computations and submissions across a group of approximately 55–75 entities. Identify and investigate potential issues, inconsistencies, or opportunities within prior-year tax computations and filings. Assist with the preparation and review of annual UK Corporation Tax computations for the upcoming reporting cycle. Prepare draft UK VAT computations and supporting schedules where required. Work closely with the in-house tax team and finance stakeholders to ensure...

A Commercial Law firm in the Legal 500 is seeking a temporary Legal Cashier, paying up to £17 per hour. This role will be for 8 weeks/ till the end of August, depending on need and will be starting immediately. Fully remote after 2 days of training at the London office. The Legal Cashier will support the wider Accounting team with the cashier duties including supplier invoice processing and office and client account receipts and payment processing. Duties will include the following: Process supplier invoices and weekly payments Daily review of bank statements for unposted items Process daily search fee invoices Process daily credit card payments Process client and office account payments by BACS/CHAPS Process office account direct debits to the ledger Updating client accounts Any other ad-hoc administration tasks needed by the teamThe ideal candidate will come from a legal accounting background and will have 6 months to a years experience working in a legal cashier function....

Interim Management Accountant | 6 Month FTC / Interim | Housing Association | North London | Hybrid/Near Remote  Working | £250 - £400 per day (depending on PAYE/Umbr) Looking for your next contract where you can make an immediate impact? We're partnering with a well-established Housing Association to recruit an experienced Management Accountant on a 6-month fixed-term contract, supporting the finance team through a busy reporting period. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong management accountant who enjoys producing high-quality financial information, improving reporting and working collaboratively across finance. The Role Reporting into the Financial Controller, you'll take ownership of the monthly management accounting process, ensuring accurate and timely reporting across multiple entities. You'll be joining a supportive finance team where you'll be trusted to roll your sleeves up, provide robust financial insight and help maintain a strong financial...

Finance Officer (Year End) – 3‑Month Temp – £22.35 per hour – Hybrid/London An intergovernmental organisation is seeking an experienced Finance Officer to support its Finance team during the year‑end period. This temporary assignment is based at their central London headquarters, starting ASAP for an initial 3‑month term, paying £22.35 per hour (PAYE). This is a hybrid role, with Tuesdays and Wednesdays required on‑site. Role Overview Reporting to the Financial Accountant, the Interim Finance Officer will support the Accounting Centre, covering general ledger accounting, treasury activities, and preparation of financial information and statements across three organisational funds. A key focus will be supporting the annual external audit and year‑end financial statement preparation. Key Responsibilities Balance sheet reconciliations — Prepare and maintain monthly reconciliations for all balance sheet accounts, investigating and resolving variances. Fixed asset accounting —...

Are you a detail-oriented finance professional looking to make an impact within an international organisation driving sustainable infrastructure across Africa and Asia? I am recruiting an interim Finance Officer to join a highly regarded finance team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong accounts payable, financial reporting and month-end experience to support a purpose-led organisation with a global reach. Key Responsibilities Manage the end-to-end accounts payable process, including supplier invoices and payment runs. Prepare sales invoices, monitor debtor balances and support credit control activities. Perform weekly bank reconciliations and support cash management processes. Assist with month-end reporting, trial balance preparation and group consolidations. Ideal experience: Previous experience in an Accounts Payable or finance operations role. Experience supporting month-end, reconciliations and financial reporting....