21 accounting jobs found in Crewe

Belmont Recruitment are currently looking for a Senior Finance Technician/Assistant Accountant to join Cheshire East Council on a 12 month fixed-term contract. This is a full-time role working 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Key Responsibilities * Support the Finance Business Partner in delivering financial management support to services such as Libraries and Housing. * Assist with the annual closure of accounts, including preparation of working papers and supporting schedules. * Contribute to in-year budget monitoring, ensuring accurate financial reporting and variance analysis. * Support the annual budget setting process for service areas within the Place directorate. * Prepare financial reports, forecasts and analysis to support managers and senior stakeholders. * Provide finance advice and support to service managers to help them manage their budgets effectively. * Maintain accurate financial records and...

Role overview: As a Management Accountant at, you'll provide essential management accounting, budgeting and reporting services to support our leadership and operational teams. You'll act as a trusted financial partner-offering expert advice, developing our financial systems, and ensuring that robust controls underpin everything we do. This role offers a unique opportunity to work across a wide range of financial activities, from transactional oversight and cash management to business partnering, audit support, and system development. You will also play a key role in producing high-quality financial information to Boards, Directorates and external partners. What we're looking for: * A qualified or part-qualified accountant (CIPFA, CIMA, ACCA, ACA) or equivalent experience * Strong experience in management accounting, ideally within the public sector or a similar environment * Excellent analytical skills with strong systems and Excel capability * A confident communicator...

Interim Accountant 6 Month Contract Shrewsbury Seymour John is supporting a professional services client based in Shrewsbury who seek to recruit an Interim Accountant for a period of 6 months. The candidate will ideally be practice trained and be familiar with year-end financial accounts. The role is very much an office based role so that full training and support can be given. * To produce year end accounts comprising a profit and loss account, balance sheet and supporting notes and ‘audit’ the figures produced for any errors or omissions * Preparation of year-end financial accounts for limited companies, partnerships, sole traders, charities and trusts. The accounts are produced in excel using data from the system. * Preparation of contract accounts * Providing information in accordance with MTD for Income Tax * Liaising with third parties (e.g. accountants) and clients in providing information and reports as required. * Liaising with internal stakeholders and clients...

Management Accountant £45k 3 - 6 months Wirral Hybrid Management Accountant required to join a well-established and unique not-for-profit organisation on an temporary, full - time basis for 3-6 months. My client is looking for an experienced Management Accountant to join their dynamic and fast-moving finance function. As the Management Accountant you will report to the Head of Finance supporting the provision of an effective management accounting function. Key responsibilities of the Management Accountant; Delivery of monthly management accounts including flash position and detailed management accounts pack within deadlines Provide analysis of key drivers of position including variance analysis Engage with key stakeholders to ensure all information is received and accurate to inform the financial position Provide ad hoc analysis and additional management information to stakeholders to support delivery of their budget and financial targets Assist with the budgeting and...

Sewell Wallis is partnering with a leading South Yorkshire PE-backed business in Sheffield, who are seeking a highly skilled Project Accountant to join their team on a 9-12 month maternity cover contract. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute during a pivotal growth phase for the company, combining essential accounting duties with a focus on process automation, system integration, and driving continuous improvements. If you have a strong background in change management and systems automation, this role is ideal for you, as you'll be key to enhancing operational efficiency and reducing manual tasks across the business. What will you be doing? Lead projects focused on streamlining finance processes and minimising manual work. Champion system adoption by encouraging wider use of Sage Intacct and Salesforce in finance workflows. Act as a change agent, influencing key stakeholders and embedding best practices. Support the month-end close process, including preparing and...

Your new company I am currently working with a Lancashire based manufacturing organisation experiencing rapid growth, built on a foundation of craftsmanship, community values, and continuous improvement. The company has expanded its capabilities and workforce in recent years, driven by strong customer relationships and a reputation for dependable, high‑quality production. They are based in Preston and are now looking to appoint an experienced Assistant Accountant to join their team on a temporary and full-time basis. Due to continued business expansion, they are looking to increase their headcount. Your new role The role supports the finance function by maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with month‑end and year‑end processes, and providing reliable data that helps managers understand costs, performance, and profitability. In a manufacturing setting, this often includes deeper involvement in inventory, production costs, and operational analysis. Key...

Interim Technical Accountant - UK GAAP Implementation A large, Birmingham based business is seeking an Interim Technical Accountant to support the implementation of upcoming UK GAAP changes. This role will focus on assessing the impact of amendments to FRS 102, supporting the development of accounting policies, and ensuring the business is prepared for the new reporting requirements. Working closely with Group Finance and Financial Reporting teams, you will lead the technical analysis, document accounting positions, support transition planning, and help embed the new standards across the organisation. Key responsibilities: Assess the impact of amendments to FRS 102 Prepare technical accounting papers and policy updates Support transition planning and implementation Advise finance stakeholders on accounting treatment and disclosures Assist with revised financial statement disclosures and internal guidance Requirements: Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA /...

SF Recruitment is hiring an Interim Financial Accountant for a well established business based in Birmingham. The role offers a competitive salary, hybrid working, and the opportunity to support a leading business during a busy period. My client welcomes part qualified, qualified ACCA/CIMA or qualified by experience candidates. Key responsibilities include preparing and reviewing financial statements, Balance sheet reconciliations, assisting with month-end closing, and collaborating with internal stakeholders. Candidates should be qualified accountants with experience in financial accountinng. Immediate availability is preferred. Requirements: - Strong excel skills - Proactive approach - Confident communicator - Experience in improving processes If you are available immediately or on a one week notice or less, please do get in touch and send me your CV

Interim Management Accountant urgently required on a temporary basis for our client based in Birmingham. This is a fantastic business with a prestigious customer base which is continuing on a path of sustained growth. Reporting into the Finance Director, you will be responsible for an exciting new project, Management accounts, Creating forecasting models, Data analysis, FP&A, KPI reporting and analysis You will have strong analytical and communication skills and will be able to really bring the numbers to life to add real value to the business. The company offer flexible working hours, the role is office based 5 days a week. This is an exciting opportunity for the right individual. If this sounds like the role for you, please apply immediately and I will contact you

We are currently supporting a public sector organisation in the appointment of an Interim Year-End Accountant to support the finance team through a critical year-end period. This is a hands-on role requiring strong technical accounting knowledge and experience delivering statutory accounts within a public sector environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring an efficient and compliant year-end close, supporting audit preparation and ensuring financial reporting deadlines are met. Key Responsibilities - Lead and support the year-end close process - Prepare statutory accounts in line with public sector accounting standards - Ensure compliance with relevant financial reporting frameworks (e.g. IFRS / CIPFA Code where applicable) - Liaise with internal and external auditors, providing schedules and responding to queries - Review and reconcile key balance sheet accounts - Support the preparation of working papers and audit files - Assist with...

About the Business An opportunity to join an Interim Senior Project Accountant (6 months) role with a large, well-established organisation based in Birmingham, offering hybrid working and strong potential for the contract to be extended. The position will support the finance function through a significant period of change, focusing on systems implementation and embedding updated accounting policies across processes and reporting, while working closely with key stakeholders across the business. Main Duties: As an Interim Senior Project Accountant, your main duties include: * Assess the impact of updated accounting requirements on revenue streams, contracts, and lease arrangements. * Lead & Implement revised FRS 102 revenue recognition requirements * Review existing accounting policies and identify required changes under revised standards. * Analyse contracts and financial data to determine impacts on revenue recognition and lease accounting. * Support the...

Proactive Personnel are seeking an Accounts Assistant for their client in the Ellesmere Port area on a temporary contract Key Responsibilities * Provide day-to-day support within the Purchase Ledger function, including processing supplier invoices and resolving invoice queries or discrepancies. * Assist with the preparation and submission of bank payments to suppliers and third parties. * Liaise with the Stores team and other departments across the business to investigate and resolve Accounts Payable and expense-related queries. * Maintain accurate supplier master data and nominal ledger records within Sage. * Support the wider finance team with ad-hoc tasks and projects as required. Skills & Experience * Previous experience in a similar Accounts Payable or finance support role. * Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. * Experience working in a role that interacts with multiple...

We currently have a fantastic opportunity with a company based on Hortonwood, Telford, who are looking for an experienced Bookkeeper to work Monday to Friday 2 hours a day between the hours of 9am – 5pm with the potential for hours to be increased. This is an ongoing assignment. Pay rate £15.00 Responsibilities/duties for a Bookkeeper: - Purchase Ledger - Sales Ledger - Bank reconciliations - Process invoices - Preparing data Vat returns - General admin - Payroll Requirements of a Bookkeeper: - Bookkeeping experience - Xero knowledge Benefits for a Bookkeeper: - Free onsite parking - Casual Dress - Company pension - Fun, family-run company - Holiday accrual For more information, please call Steph at Major Recruitment - Telford branch. We will carefully consider your application and advise you if we are able to progress with your application within 3 working days. If you do not hear from us within this time, your details will not be retained. If you are not...

Interim Fixed Assets accountant £400 to £500 a day An interim Fixed Assets Accountant is required to join a local authority in the North West to cover a period of maternity. My client is looking for an experienced Interim with specialist experience in local government fixed asset accounting. As the interim Fixed Assets Accountant, you will work with the wider team to deliver on capital and fixed asset responsibilities over the year-end close-down period and beyond. Key responsibilities of the Interim Fixed Assets Accountant Fixed Asset Accounting over year end close down Collating both capital and fixed asset reports Liaising and managing the relationship with external auditors Essential required skills and experience: Local Authority experience or working experience of the CIPFA code of practice Recent Fixed Assets experience Proven ability to manage external audit relationshipThis is an exciting opportunity to work in take ownership of this piece of work to add value to...

Bookkeeper Telford Temporary – week to week ongoing 37.5 hours per week Hourly Rate - £15.38 - £23.07 We are working with a business based in Telford who are looking for support in their finance function on a temporary basis. It is unknown how long this will be for so it will be week to week ongoing. It will be a varied Bookkeeper type role focussing mainly on the transactional accounting duties for the business. You will be responsible for: * Sales Ledger * Purchase Ledger * Preparation of VAT returns * Bank Reconciliations * Cashflow forecasts * Any other activities related to the financial management of the company Skills and Experience The successful candidate will need to have the experience to hit the ground running as there will be very little training available. You will need to be a confident communicator. The application process: Our mission is to support our clients in their creation of an equal, diverse and inclusive workforce. We are...

We are looking to recruit a Council Tax Officer to join our Revenues service and support the effective administration of Council Tax on a remote basis. This role is ideal for someone with experience working in a local authority environment and strong working knowledge of Northgate (NEC) Revenues systems. The Role You will be responsible for the day-to-day administration of Council Tax accounts, ensuring accuracy, compliance with legislation and high standards of customer service. The role involves working closely with colleagues across Revenues and Customer Services to support billing, collection and recovery activity. Key Responsibilities * Administer Council Tax accounts, including new accounts, amendments and closures * Process discounts, exemptions, reductions and changes of circumstances * Issue bills, reminders and notices in line with legislation and council procedures * Undertake recovery action, including reminders, summonses and...

Are you passionate about driving value and efficiency in procurement? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where your expertise makes a real impact? If so, this is your opportunity to join our client as a Procurement Officer and play a key role in shaping procurement strategies within a dynamic and collaborative team. Role Details Contract Type: Temporary (potential to become permanent) Hours: Full-Time (36.5 hours per week) Location: L39 Salary: £35,000 - £44,000 per annum (depending on experience)What You'll Do As a Procurement Officer, you will be instrumental in ensuring the organisation achieves best value and compliance across all procurement activities. Your responsibilities will include: Strategic Procurement: Work closely with the Head of Procurement to develop and implement effective procurement strategies aligned with organisational goals. Supplier Management: Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, ensuring adherence to university policies and ethical...

The Accounts Payable role in the retail industry involves managing invoices and payments efficiently while maintaining accurate financial records. Based in Wolverhampton, this temporary position requires a detail-oriented individual with a keen understanding of accounting processes. Client Details This opportunity is with a medium-sized company within the retail industry, known for its commitment to operational excellence and customer satisfaction. The organisation offers a supportive environment for its employees and values precision within its Accounting & Finance department. Description The Accounts Payable professional will; Process high volume supplier invoices accurately and in a timely manner. Maintain up-to-date and organised accounts payable records. Reconcile supplier statements to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies. Assist in preparing payment runs and ensuring compliance with payment terms. Communicate effectively with suppliers to address queries and...

Sewell Wallis is delighted to be partnering with a well-established and highly respected organisation based in Sheffield, South Yorkshire. This vacancy is expected to have a May Start date. My client is seeking to appoint a Credit Controller for a 12 month contract. The successful candidate will be an experienced Credit Controller with a proven track record of managing and recovering high volumes of debt. Experience in invoice processing would be a strong advantage. What will you be doing? Monitor client accounts and ensure timely collection of outstanding debts. Communicate with clients via phone, email, and letters to chase overdue payments. Monitor existing client creditworthiness. Reconcile client accounts and resolve any payment discrepancies or disputes. Work closely with the sales and administration team to resolve invoicing or credit issues. Produce regular reports on aged debt and cash collection forecasts. Maintain accurate records of all communications and actions...

Compliance Documentation Administrator (FM) Location: UK (Fully Remote Option Available) Pay Rate: £14.50 – £15.50 per hour Pay Type: PAYE Contract Type: Contract / Temporary The Opportunity A leading Facilities Management service provider is seeking a Compliance Documentation Administrator to support a key documentation and governance project. This role will focus on reviewing, organising, and improving compliance documentation for subcontractors within the company’s eLogbooks system. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong organisational and document control skills who enjoys bringing structure and clarity to complex information systems. The role offers flexibility with the option to work fully remotely. Key Responsibilities Review and organise existing subcontractor documentation within the eLogbooks system. Identify gaps, duplicates, and incorrectly stored files across current records. Develop a compliance documentation matrix outlining required...