12 jobs found in Colchester

Accounts Assistant Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Temporary Accounts Assistant (part-time hours) to support our finance team. You must be experienced in purchase ledger, credit card reconciliation, and bank account reconciliation with strong organisational skills and a commitment to accuracy. Hours & Working Arrangement: Part-time: 25+ hours per week, working days: Monday to Friday Office based position, must have own transport due to company location. Free parking on-site. Key Responsibilities: Purchase Ledger Process supplier invoices timely and accurately Resolve invoice discrepancies and liaise with suppliers regarding queries Prepare supplier payment runs Maintain and update supplier accounts and records Credit Card Reconciliation Collect, check, and process employee credit card receipts/expense submissions Reconcile credit card statements monthly Investigate and resolve any missing documentation or discrepancies Perform daily, weekly,...

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...

Accounts Assistant Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Temporary Accounts Assistant (part-time hours) to support our finance team. You must be experienced in purchase ledger, credit card reconciliation, and bank account reconciliation with strong organisational skills and a commitment to accuracy. Hours & Working Arrangement: Part-time: 20-25 hours per week, working days: Monday to Friday Hybrid position, must have own transport due to company location. Free parking on-site. Key Responsibilities: Purchase Ledger Process supplier invoices timely and accurately Resolve invoice discrepancies and liaise with suppliers regarding queries Prepare supplier payment runs Maintain and update supplier accounts and records Credit Card Reconciliation Collect, check, and process employee credit card receipts/expense submissions Reconcile credit card statements monthly Investigate and resolve any missing documentation or discrepancies Perform daily, weekly, and...

CK Group are recruiting for a Tax Manager to join a company in the pharmaceutical industry on a contract basis for 6 months. This role can be either fully remote or hybrid working in either Burgess Hill or Welwyn Garden City. Salary: £500 - £600 pd PAYE or £663.19 - £795.82 via Umbrella Tax Manager Role: Partner with the UK&I Tax Director to provide expert tax guidance and strategic support Oversee the integrity of the tax control framework and procedures Manage and ensure adherence to Group transfer pricing methodologies and implement Group tax strategies Support the Tax Director in maintaining the relationship with UK/Irish Tax Authorities Oversee tax-related processes for group and statutory accounts reporting, ensuring accuracy and timely deliveryYour Background: Hold a relevant financial qualification such as ACA, ACCA or CTA Extensive tax experience gained within a multinational organization Experience in Transfer Pricing, UK R&D Tax Credits, and/or Irish taxes...

Job title: Tax Manager Location: Welwyn Garden City/Hybrid Duration: 6 months initially We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention. The role: We are seeking a proactive and commercially astute Tax Manager to serve as a key advisor to our UK and Ireland businesses. Reporting to the UK&I Tax Director, you will be instrumental in navigating the tax landscape across the UK and Ireland, ensuring robust compliance while actively collaborating with our businesses to drive value, find opportunities and support critical initiatives. Responsibilities: Business Partnering & Advisory: Partner with the UK&I Tax Director to provide expert tax guidance and strategic support to the UK&I businesses and the wider organization, acting as a...

The Contracts Surveyor will play a key role in the delivery, monitoring, and governance of major capital investment programmes across the housing association's property portfolio. The post holder will ensure that all capital works-including planned maintenance, refurbishments, building safety programmes, and cyclical upgrades delivered on time, within budget, to contractual requirements, and in compliance with regulatory and health & safety standards. The role provides technical, contractual, and commercial expertise to support the effective procurement, mobilisation, management, and performance oversight of external contractors delivering capital works projects

Join our client team as a Finance Administrator! Are you ready to take the next step in your finance career? We are seeking a talented and motivated Finance Administrator to join our clients vibrant finance team in West London! This temporary with a possibility of going permanent opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in a growing organisation within the utilities sector. Location: Friendly office in West London, London (just a 9-minute walk from Chiswick Park train station) Contract Type: Temp with a possibility of going permanent Working Pattern: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Hourly Rate: £16 Remote Work: 2 days in the office, 3 days from home Key Responsibilities: As a Finance Administrator, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the financial operations run smoothly. Your main tasks will include: Sales Administration: Calculate, process, and send invoices to customers on a monthly or quarterly basis. Accounts Receivable: Perform...

We have exclusively partnered with a high growth business who are looking for an interim Group Accountant to join them December through till April with a high chance of extension.  The business has grown through acquisition with 2-3 acquisitions each year. In the last 5 years, they have doubled their revenue and expect the same for 2025 and 2026. They have a working policy of 4 days a week in the office based in Central London.  Role:  Reporting to the CFO, you will be responsible for:  Prepare and finalise year-end financial statements in accordance with relevant accounting standards (UK GAAP/IFRS). Complete year-end close processes, including accruals, prepayments, journals, and balance sheet reconciliations. Prepare supporting schedules for auditors and act as the main point of contact during the audit process. Analyse year-end variances and provide commentary on financial performance. Assist with cashflow analysis and annual budgeting/forecasting as required. Maintain...

This temporary role as a Payroll Systems Lead in the public sector involves overseeing payroll processes and ensuring compliance with relevant policies. Based in London, the role requires expertise in payroll processes and system implementation(Oracle Fusion) Client Details The employer is one of the largest organisation's in the public sector, committed to delivering essential services to the community. They are focused on maintaining high standards in their operations and ensuring compliance with established procedures. Description Manage and oversee payroll systems to ensure smooth and accurate operations. Ensure compliance with relevant public sector policies and regulations. Identify and implement improvements to payroll processes and systems. Collaborate with the accounting & finance team to address payroll-related queries. Provide technical expertise and guidance on payroll system issues. Prepare and present payroll reports for management review. Ensure accurate and...

Your new company You'll be joining one of London's fastest-growing D2C businesses, widely known as a true scale-up success story. With multi-site expansion and a reputation for innovation, this is a business where finance sits at the heart of strategic decision-making. You'll work directly with a highly successful finance leader with meaningful exposure to senior stakeholders, both C-suite and board. A collaborative culture, entrepreneurial mindset, and commitment to continuous improvement. Your new role As a technically strong, audit-trained accountant, you'll play a critical role in strengthening financial control and ensuring high-quality reporting across a complex, fast-moving environment. You will take ownership of statutory accounting, audit support, and key month-end deliverables, while partnering with teams across the business. Key responsibilities include: Leading and supporting the statutory audit process Preparing and reviewing financial statements Completing monthly...

Join Our Team as a Temporary Finance Officer! Are you ready to make a difference in the world of education recruitment? Our innovative platform connects schools, education professionals, and agencies, streamlining the recruitment process and saving time and money for schools. We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Finance Officer to join our dynamic team in Ruthin! Position: Temporary Finance Officer Contract Type: Temporary Hours: 35 hours per week (exact hours TBC) Start Date: ASAP (Ongoing) Pay Rate: £20.60 to £21.22 per hour Your Role: As a Finance Officer, you will play a crucial role in supporting the Trust Finance Manager with a variety of financial processes. Your expertise will ensure the accurate, efficient, and timely handling of transactions and reporting. Here's a snapshot of what you'll be doing: Transaction Management: - Process routine data input and journal entries into the finance system.- Raise purchase orders and scrutinise invoices as per the...

Finance Officer (Maternity Cover – 12 to 14 Months) Location: London SE4 Salary: £37,509 – £38,637 per annum Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week, 52 weeks per year Start Date: 5 January 2025 (earlier start possible) Contract: Fixed-Term (Maternity Cover: 12–14 months) A Multi-Academy Trust in London SE4 is seeking an experienced Finance Officer to join its central finance team on a maternity cover contract. This is a key role within a school environment, supporting both central and local finance operations, including accounts payable, payroll, budget monitoring, and financial reporting. This role offers the opportunity to work across a variety of school and MAT finance activities, supporting staff, suppliers, parents, and budget holders to ensure smooth financial processes. Key Responsibilities * Process financial transactions, journals, and reconciliations in the finance system. * Raise purchase orders and process invoices in line with Trust financial...