26 jobs found in Desford

Level 3 accountant required for our public sector client Hybrid working: three days per week in the office. Capital Accountant Urgent accountancy tasks needed to be completed in a timely manner. Urgent tasks include, supporting the council financial accounts process by using specialist knowledge in corporate finance, government policy and local authority finance legislation. Preparing and reviewing relevant working papers for the statement of accounts, including timely responses to auditors. Answer technical capital accounting external audit queries and support with sampling, complete key reconciliations, support with the production of quarterly capital monitoring reports and government returns/grant claims. Revenue Accountant Post holder required to answer external audit queries and support with sampling, complete key reconciliations, review balance sheet reconciliations by other accountancy teams, support with the production of quarterly revenue monitoring reports and lead on...

Finance Assistant – Accounts Payable   North Leicestershire | Hybrid | Contract (to early 2027) | c. £32000   We’re supporting a well-established, multi-site business in North Leicestershire with the hire of a Finance Assistant to support a busy finance function, with a particular focus on Accounts Payable. This is a role for someone who prides themselves on accuracy, routine and reliability, and is comfortable working with minimal supervision. The role (key duties): Day-to-day Accounts Payable processing (including multi-currency) Expenses Preparing payment runs Reconciliations, investigating/resolving discrepancies General accounts admin support across the wider function as required   What we’re looking for: Proven experience in Purchase Ledger but also exposure to broader responsibilities with accounts administration Strong reconciliation skills and excellent attention to detail Intermediate to Advanced Excel capabilities   Please apply for more information Cherry Professional...

Assistant Management Accountant  RECfinancial are looking to recruit an organised and detail-focused Assistant Management Accountant to join a successful finance team for a maternity cover.  Working on a full-time basis Monday to Friday Commutable from Ashby, Coalville, Loughborough and greater Leicestershire Reporting to the Finance Director and supporting the Management Accounts function, you will play an important role in the preparation of monthly management accounts, fixed asset accounting, and a variety of financial reporting activities. This is a varied opportunity within a large and busy organisation, offering excellent exposure to month-end processes, fixed assets, stock, projects, and year-end activities. Key Responsibilities of the Assistant Management Accountant role include: Maintain and manage the Fixed Asset Register. Place Capex orders as required. Add new assets to the system when received. Process asset invoices and additions. Process asset disposals,...

Financial Accountant Location: Leicestershire - Hybrid Working Pattern: 3 days office-based / 2 days working from home Salary: £45,000-£55,000 per annum Contract: 9-12 months Start date: ASAP The Financial Accountant will provide effective financial accounting, control and reporting across a large, multi-site education organisation. Key Responsibilities: Manage month-end close, balance sheet reporting, reconciliations and financial controls. Ensure accurate accounting of income, expenditure, restricted funds, grants and donations. Maintain the fixed asset register and oversee depreciation accounting. Manage cash flow forecasting, treasury activity and cash reporting. Oversee billing, collections and debt management. Lead the preparation of statutory accounts and coordinate interim and year-end audits. Complete regulatory, government and grant reporting requirements. Maintain strong financial governance, compliance records and internal controls. Manage VAT, Corporation...

We are looking for a confident and proactive Accounts Payable Specialist to take ownership of an AP ledger cleanse and help strengthen existing AP processes. This role would suit a self-starter who is comfortable working through legacy issues, investigating discrepancies and driving actions through to resolution. Key Responsibilities Review and cleanse GRNI (Goods Received Not Invoiced) balances, clearing historic items and investigating why transactions remain outstanding after goods have been received. Review credits and unallocated items on the AP ledger, chasing missing invoices where required and ensuring payments and credits are correctly allocated. Complete supplier statement reconciliations, resolving discrepancies and supporting accurate stock and month-end reporting. Prepare proposed supplier payment runs, prioritising suppliers that may place the business on stop alongside other business-critical suppliers. Process approved supplier payments through HSBC,...

I am currently recruiting for an MTFP Accountant for a 6-month contract paying £550 per day, to work within a local authority. Key requirements: Strong Local Government Finance experience, particularly budget setting, financial planning and management accounting. Extensive Medium Term Financial Planning (MTFP) experience, including developing and maintaining an MTFP collaboratively with another accountant. Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work with Finance, services and senior management and provide constructive challenge. Strong analytical and technical skills, including advanced Excel and financial modelling. Ability to analyse complex financial information, identify risks and develop practical solutions. Proactive, adaptable and able to work independently in a changing Local Government environment. Strong communication skills and the ability to create a clear, consistent financial narrative across the organisationIf you are interested or know...

I am currently recruiting for an experienced Technical Accountant for a 6 month temporary assignment, paying £600 per day. This is an operationally focused role within a complex finance environment. The successful candidate will inherit a portfolio covering monthly reconciliations, journals, payroll controls, project accounting and balance sheet investigations and will be expected to make an immediate impact. We are looking for someone who is confident operating from day one, with strong technical accounting, reconciliation and financial control experience. Experience within local government is essential. Main duties include:- Strong local government/public sector finance and reconciliation experience. Able to take ownership immediately of monthly reconciliations, journals, payroll controls, project accounting and balance sheet investigations. Strong Excel and finance systems skills, with the ability to analyse processes and implement improvements. Comfortable working in an...

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Business Rates Officer to join a busy Revenues team within a local authority environment. You will play a key role in the administration, billing, collection and recovery of Non-Domestic Rates (NNDR), ensuring accuracy, compliance with legislation, and maximising income collection for the Council. 📌 Key Responsibilities * Administer the billing, collection and recovery of Business Rates * Maintain and update Business Rates records to ensure accurate billing and collection * Open, close and amend Business Rates accounts * Process payments and set up Direct Debits * Apply reliefs, exemptions and discounts in line with legislation * Review, check and authorise refunds and adjustments * Maintain and update rating lists and property records * Trace absconded debtors and take appropriate recovery action * Determine and implement the most appropriate recovery action for outstanding debts * Deliver a high...

Our client, a 2 m t/o manufacturing company in Nottingham, is looking for a Finance & Office Manager to cover a 9 month maternity leave. Client Details Our client is a small manufacturing business offering variety, autonomy, and a lots of different things to get involved in. No two days will be the same! A hands on person is a must. Would consider 30 hours per week. Description · Bookkeeping tasks Working on Sage Line 50· Bank reconciliation · Looking after Directors loan accounts · Processing purchase invoices, reconciling statements, dealing with queries · Raising sales invoices, credit control · Payment runs · Employee expenses · Reporting on sales and cash flow Payroll administration, dealing with timesheets Raising quotes, dealing with costing and checking supplier costs Dealing with HR admin Profile A successful Finance & Office Manager should have: Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial management practices. Experience in using Sage...

Office & Finance Manager - Maternity Cover Salary up to £45,000 (DOE) Office based, Nottingham - NG2 11-Month Fixed Term Contract Full or part time available (5 or 4 days) Competitive Salary, dependent on experience Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm 20 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays, pro rata Pension after 3 months Free parking available on nearby roads Varied role with plenty of responsibility and autonomy SF Recruitment are currently recruiting for an experienced Office & Finance Manager to join a well-established business based in Nottingham on an approximately 11-month maternity cover contract. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys a varied, hands-on role where no two days are the same. You will take ownership of the day-to-day bookkeeping and finance function whilst also providing wider support across payroll, HR, projects and general office management. Open to candidates who are immediately available and on notice. Key...

Our client, a large industrial company in Gedling, is looking for a Senior Accounts Payable Clerk to come in on a temporary basis initially to help sort out some complex invoicing issues. Client Details This role is based within the industrial and manufacturing industry in Gedling. The client offers hybrid working (2 days home working per week) and could offer full or part time hours, with flexibility on start and finish times. Description Look into complex purchase invoice queries Deal with old purchase orders Reconcile supplier statements Figure out issues with invoices and put things right Deal with suppliers and iron out any queries Liaise heavily with the wider finance team for support Get involved in projects and other areas of accounts where neededProfile A successful Senior Accounts Payable Clerk should have: Previous experience in accounts payable or a similar finance role. Strong attention to detail and organisational skills. Proficiency in accounting software and...

Calling all contract Quantity Surveyors 6 month interim assignment : up to £45 Umbrella per hour Worcestershire Our client a public sector provider are looking for a QS with a local authority background. We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join the team and play a key role in the development of appropriate contract documentation, procurement of goods, services and works contracts across Housing Property Services. With the delivery of these contracts the post holder is responsible for the financial measurement and valuation of works, preparing interim payments and final accounts together with all necessary project related financial reports. This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive professional who is committed to delivering high-quality outcomes. A few of the key Responsibilities * Prepare contract documents including Tenders, Bills of Quantities, Work Schedules, Specifications, and Schedule of Rates. * Procure goods, services, and works...

We are seeking an experienced Interim Assistant Financial Accountant to join fantastic public sector organisation on an initial 6-month contract. Based in Birmingham (hybrid working). This is a hands-on role supporting the team through a busy period, with a particular focus on audit support, financial reconciliations and strengthening financial controls and processes. The successful candidate will play an important role in helping to stabilise the financial accounting function and ensure the team has robust processes in place going forward. Key responsibilities: - Preparing and reviewing detailed balance sheet reconciliations - Investigating and resolving reconciling items and discrepancies - Supporting the internal and external audit process, including responding to auditor queries and providing supporting documentation - Reviewing existing financial accounting processes and identifying areas for improvement - Implementing new and enhanced financial controls and...

Role: Temporary to Permanent Credit Control / Accounts Assistant Location: Birmingham Salary/Rate: £26,000 – £30,000 per annum equivalent (dependent on experience) Start Date: Immediate Sector: Property Development & Real Estate We are partnering with a premier property developer based in Birmingham to recruit a versatile Credit Control / Accounts Assistant on a temporary-to-permanent basis. This is an urgent requirement with an immediate start, ideal for a hands-on finance professional with direct property experience who can hit the ground running. Key Responsibilities * Manage daily credit control, collecting outstanding rents, service charges, and sales ledger balances. * Process accounts payable invoices, assist with payment runs, and perform regular supplier reconciliations. * Resolve tenant and client billing queries promptly and professionally. * Maintain accurate sales and purchase ledgers, allocating incoming receipts daily. * Support the wider...

6 month temporary contract with option of temp to perm, our client an establish local authority are looking for a Senior Project Surveyor , to cover a portfolio in and around the Northamptonshire area. The position offer hybrid working, with two days per week in the office, alongside some required site visits We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Surveyor to join our clients Asset Investment team and play a key role in delivering refurbishment, compliance, capital investment and major works projects across the housing stock. You will manage projects from survey and procurement through to completion, acting as the client representative and ensuring works are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to a high standard. Key Responsibilities Manage building surveys, refurbishment, and capital investment projects. Monitor contractors, site performance, quality, and programme. Oversee project costs and ensure value for money. Ensure compliance with...

MMP Consultancy is seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor for a temporary opportunity based in Redditch. This is an office-based position working 37 hours per week, with occasional site attendance across Redditch. This role is paying £45ph umbrella inside of IR35. Working within Housing Property Services, you'll play a key role in the procurement and financial management of housing maintenance and improvement contracts. You'll be responsible for developing contract documentation, managing valuations and payments, agreeing variations and final accounts, and producing accurate financial reporting to support the successful delivery of projects and services. Responsibilities: Prepare contract documentation including tenders, bills of quantities, work schedules, specifications and schedules of rates. Support the procurement of goods, services and works contracts, including participation in tender evaluations and reporting outcomes. Undertake site measurements and valuations of...

Management Accountant - Manufacturing Wolverhampton | Full-time | 5 days on site Part-Qualified or Qualified Temporary to Permanent We're recruiting for a Management Accountant to join an established manufacturing business based in Wolverhampton. Reporting directly to the Finance Manager, this is a hands-on role offering plenty of exposure across the finance function and the wider business. We're open to candidates who are part-qualified or fully qualified and are looking for someone with strong management accounting fundamentals, excellent Excel skills and a practical, proactive approach. The role Working closely with the Finance Manager and wider finance team, your responsibilities will include: Preparing and posting accruals and prepayments Supporting the month-end close and preparation of management accounts Reviewing and maintaining the trial balance Preparing journals and carrying out balance sheet reconciliations Assisting with VAT returns and related...

LEGAL ADMINISTRATOR/PARALEGAL; Wolverhampton; 6-month contract; £18-20ph depending on experience; 37 Hrs per week; Inside IR35. We currently have an opportunity for a legal administrator to work with an aerospace sector client based in Wolverhampton. The post holder will provide support in review of contracts, annotation of changes and providing a concise summary of counter requests, risk etc. Key Responsibilities Provide legal and contract support on contracts and legal documents including providing support on the contract lifecycle, including intake, review, execution, and post-execution tracking. Assist in reviewing, redlining, and formatting contracts, subcontracts, service agreements, and project correspondence. Support contract governance processes, including contract intake, approval workflows, execution, and documentation in accordance with internal policies. Assist in identifying key contractual terms, deviations, and risk areas, escalating issues to senior...

Finance Manager Derby - Predominantly Office Based 6 Month Fixed Term Contract £65,000- £70,000 SF Recruitment are delighted to be working with a superb organisation in their search for a Finance Manager to join on a 6 Month Fixed Term Contract. As the Finance Manager, you will be the key point of contact for any finance and commercial queries for the ELT, SLT and their managers. You will be responsible for a team of 2 & report directly into the Head Of Commercial Finance. The ideal Commercial Finance Manager will be a qualified (ACCA/CIMA) professional with strong business partnering experience & available at short notice. Duties of the Finance Manager include: - Ultimate responsibility for the financial statements and financing activities within the company - Secure compliance with local accounting rules as well as reporting to the group in accordance with the groups accounting principles. - Prepare monthly financial reports and submit in a timely manner...

Location: North Nottingham Contract: Interim, Full-Time SF Partners are working exclusively with a well-established not-for-profit organisation in North Nottingham to recruit an experienced Interim Finance Manager. This is a key leadership position within the organisation, reporting directly to the Finance Director and taking responsibility for the effective day-to-day management of the finance function. You will lead and develop an established finance team while ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting, robust financial controls and effective budgeting and forecasting. You'll also work closely with managers and senior stakeholders across the organisation, providing financial insight and supporting wider strategic projects. The Role As Interim Finance Manager, your responsibilities will include: Leading, managing and developing the finance team, providing visible and supportive leadership Overseeing the preparation and review of monthly management...