125 jobs found in Houghton Regis

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...

Rate: £550 - £650/day (Inside IR35) Location: Hybrid Contract Length: 3-6 Months Initial Contract About the Role We are urgently seeking a strategic and operational leader to oversee the Revenues and Benefits service for our dynamic unitary authority. In this pivotal interim role, you will provide expert technical leadership, manage the Collection Fund, and ensure the seamless delivery of Council Tax, Business Rates, Housing Benefits, and Local Council Tax Support. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership: Direct and mentor a large multi-disciplinary team, driving performance, compliance, and financial stability across all service areas. Collection Fund Management: Take strategic ownership of billing, collection, and recovery activities for Council Tax and Business Rates. Benefits & Welfare: Oversee the prompt and accurate administration of Housing Benefits, LCTS, and discretionary hardship schemes, ensuring vital support reaches vulnerable residents. Financial...

Fixed Term Contract until 30-Jun-2027 Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to make a difference in the housing community? We’re on the hunt for a dedicated and enthusiastic Financial Systems Accountant to join our amazing Finance and Resources team at Fairhive! If you enjoy helping others, working in a supportive environment, and contributing to meaningful projects, this could be the perfect role for you. About the role… This is a rare opportunity to step into a pivotal role at a critical point in our finance transformation journey. With a number of major system upgrades and projects underway, we are investing in additional expertise to ensure we deliver smarter, more efficient and future-ready financial systems. You will support a significant programme of change while helping to maintain and enhance our existing finance systems. Over the coming year, you will be instrumental in delivering a range of system improvements, including the migration of Asset 4000 and SUN...

SOLE PAYROLL SPECIALIST - BASED IN MILTON KEYNES, BEDFORDSHIRE - 9-12 MONTH CONTRACT - £35,000-£42,000 Our client, a well established company based in Milton Keynes are looking to recruit an experienced Sole Payroll Specialist to cover maternity leave for 9-12 months. The offers hybrid working - 4 days in the office and 1 day working from home. Reporting to the Head of Finance you will be solely responsible for the delivery of the in house payroll for 400 employees. The payroll is managed in house from start to finish, including benefits and pension administration. Previous experience or reconciliations and payroll journals would be advantageous but is not essential. In order to be considered for this role you must be able to demonstrate significant experience processing a busy payroll from start to finish, ideally in a sole capacity. You should have a good understanding of UK PAYE legislation and a good understanding of how to calculate deductions such overpayments, maternity,...

Interim Head of Revenues & Benefits Central Bedfordshire Council £550 per day Umbrella Central Bedfordshire Council is seeking an experienced Interim Head of Revenues & Benefits to lead a high-performing service responsible for Council Tax, Business Rates, Housing Benefits, Local Council Tax Support and Corporate Fraud. This is a key leadership role with a strong focus on collection fund performance, service transformation, policy development and ensuring compliance across all Revenues & Benefits functions. You will act as the Council's lead expert, providing strategic advice to senior leaders while driving operational excellence and continuous improvement. We are looking for someone with: * A proven track record of working at a senior level within a Revenues & Benefits service. * Strong knowledge of Council Tax, Business Rates, Benefits and associated legislation. * Experience leading service improvement and transformation programmes. * A solid...

We have an exciting opportunity to work within our higher education client based in Uxbridge. Job title: Payroll and Pensions Specialist Pay rate: £24.73 - £32ph Duration: 12 months Location: Uxbridge Hours / days: Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm. First few weeks training will be fully onsite and after this 2 days from home and 3 days in the office. Main accountabilities: As a member of HR's Employment Services Team, the Payroll and Pensions Specialist is responsible for supporting the full range of payroll and pension arrangements, activities and policies; ensuring that the University's financial regulations, payroll procedures and statutory regulations are adhered to. This includes: the reconciliation of payroll control accounts in relation to all payroll allowances, pension schemes and payroll deductions; and assisting the Senior Payroll and Pensions Manager and the Payroll and Pensions manager in a range of payroll and pensions issues. Covering work for the Senior...

We have an exciting opportunity to work within our higher education client based in Uxbridge. Job title: Payroll and Pensions Specialist Pay rate: £24.73 Duration: 12 months Location: Uxbridge Hours / days: Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm. First few weeks training will be fully onsite and after this 2 days from home and 3 days in the office. Main accountabilities: As a member of HR's Employment Services Team, the Payroll and Pensions Specialist is responsible for supporting the full range of payroll and pension arrangements, activities and policies; ensuring that the University's financial regulations, payroll procedures and statutory regulations are adhered to. This includes: the reconciliation of payroll control accounts in relation to all payroll allowances, pension schemes and payroll deductions; and assisting the Senior Payroll and Pensions Manager and the Payroll and Pensions manager in a range of payroll and pensions issues. Covering work for the Senior Payroll and...

We have an exciting opportunity to work within our higher education client based in Uxbridge. Job title: Payroll and Pensions Specialist Pay rate: £24.73 Duration: 12 months Location: Uxbridge Hours / days: Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm. First few weeks training will be fully onsite and after this 2 days from home and 3 days in the office. Main accountabilities: As a member of HR's Employment Services Team, the Payroll and Pensions Specialist is responsible for supporting the full range of payroll and pension arrangements, activities and policies; ensuring that the University's financial regulations, payroll procedures and statutory regulations are adhered to. This includes: the reconciliation of payroll control accounts in relation to all payroll allowances, pension schemes and payroll deductions; and assisting the Senior Payroll and Pensions Manager and the Payroll and Pensions manager in a range of payroll and pensions issues. Covering work for the Senior Payroll and...

We are seeking an experienced Interim AP/AR Manager to join our finance team on a 4-month contract. The successful candidate will take ownership of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable operations, ensuring accurate processing, strong financial controls, and effective management of cash flow during a busy period. Key Responsibilities: * Oversee day-to-day AP and AR activities. * Manage invoice processing, payment runs, credit control, and reconciliations. * Monitor aged debt and support cash collection activities. * Ensure accuracy of financial records and compliance with internal controls. * Lead, support, and coordinate AP/AR team activities. * Assist with month-end processes and reporting. * Identify and implement process improvements where appropriate. Requirements: * Proven experience managing AP and AR functions within a finance environment. * Strong understanding of financial controls and reconciliation processes. * Experience supervising...

We are seeking an experienced Financial Controller to lead the financial reporting and control function, ensuring the delivery of accurate, timely, and compliant financial information. The role will oversee a finance team responsible for monthly, annual, statutory, and regulatory reporting, while maintaining a strong control environment and supporting key business objectives. Key Responsibilities: * Lead and manage the financial reporting and control team, ensuring the successful delivery of monthly, quarterly, annual, and statutory reporting within agreed deadlines. * Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards (IFRS/UK GAAP as applicable), regulatory requirements, and internal policies. * Maintain and enhance the financial control framework, ensuring robust governance, risk management, and compliance processes are in place. * Oversee the preparation and review of statutory accounts, audit requirements, and direct and indirect tax filings. * Act as the key...

Management Accountant / Finance Manager - 7 month FTC - Northampton - to £55,000 per annum Our client, a well-respected and established not for profit organisation within Northamptonshire are seeking an experienced Management Accountant to support them over the next 7 months during a period of transition. As the Management Accountant, you will be working closely with the Finance Director where your responsibilities will include: * The timely production of accurate management reports, including the statutory and monthly management accounts * Managing members of the finance team * Overseeing the payable and receivable ledgers * Assisting year end close down processes and production of year end group accounts * Maintaining and reconciling balance sheet items It is essential that you have held a similar role previously and experienced in supervising a small finance team. If you have previously worked within the Education Sector this would also be an advantage. Onsite...

We are currently looking for an experienced Housing Subsidy Officer to join a busy Revenues and Benefits service. This Housing Subsidy Officer role will focus on subsidy assurance, quality checking, Housing Benefit accuracy and maximising subsidy income for the organisation. The successful candidate will undertake detailed reviews of Housing Benefit assessments, support the completion of annual subsidy claims and work closely with auditors to ensure subsidy returns are submitted accurately. This Housing Subsidy Officer position would suit someone with strong Housing Benefit knowledge and previous experience within a Revenues and Benefits environment. The Role - Reviewing Housing Benefit and Council Tax Reduction claims to ensure assessments are accurate and compliant with legislation. - Undertaking subsidy checks across complex cases including temporary accommodation, hostels, students, self-employed applicants and persons from abroad. - Supporting the completion and...

Management Accountant - Research Accountant - London - Hybrid working This high profile london based not for profit organisation is looking to recruit an interim Management/Research Accountant for an initial 3-month day rate contract, to provide critical management information, support and ensure the research teams are adhering to key financial processes and compliance activities in respect to their grant funded activities. Reporting to a Senior Research Accountant, your daily’s duties will include: * Maintain key financial schedules for cost sharing with research partner organisations, liaising with Senior Research Accountants and Research Budget Holders on queries. * Assist in ensuring that financial reconciliations and funder reports are prepared for all grants on a timely basis. * Ensure that budgets are loaded and monitored for externally funded research activities in line with the funder financial cycle. * Provide comprehensive financial management support to...

Accounts Receivable Assistant (6-month fixed term contract) Richmond London (hybrid working – 3 days office based) Salary - £35,000 - £40,000 Axon Moore has a great opportunity available for a motivated and detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Assistant to join a global confectionery manufacturer on a 6-month fixed-term contract. Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the AR ledger, ensuring invoices are raised accurately, cash is allocated promptly, and customer accounts are kept in good order. Alongside your core AR duties, you will provide support to the wider team on pricing administration – helping to maintain and update customer price lists and assisting with pricing queries as they arise. Key Responsibilities: • Raise and issue customer invoices accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring alignment with sales orders and agreed terms. • Allocate and reconcile incoming cash payments to customer accounts on a...

Job Title: Senior Finance Business Partner Location: Barking & Dagenham Term: Temp Rate: £650 Umbrella day rate Are you ready to take your finance career to the next level? Our client is on the lookout for a dynamic Senior Finance Business Partner to collaborate with senior leaders and shape pivotal financial decisions. This is your chance to shine in a highly visible role where your insights will drive strategy and enhance financial performance! What You'll Be Doing: Partner with senior stakeholders to offer strategic financial advice and insights. Support budget setting, forecasting, and medium-term financial planning. Build and review business cases, investment plans, and savings proposals. Deliver analysis, modelling, and scenario planning to empower decision-making. Ensure robust financial governance, controls, and risk management. Lead and nurture a high-performing team, promoting a culture of excellence. Drive continuous improvement and instil a strong financial...

Overview of the role: The Accounts Payable (AP) Clerk is responsible for managing the company's outgoing payments. This includes processing invoices, ensuring timely and accurate payments to vendors, maintaining records, and reconciling accounts. The role requires a high level of accuracy, organization, and familiarity with accounting software and procedures across the UK legal entities. Includes processing invoices, ensuring timely and accurate payments to vendors, maintaining records, and reconciling accounts. The role requires a high level of accuracy, organization, and familiarity with accounting software and procedures across the UK legal entities

Finance Administrator Location: London Contract: 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract Hybrid Working: 3 days in the office, 2 days working from home. We're working with a growing professional services business looking to add a Finance Administrator to its finance team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is a good opportunity for someone with finance or accounts experience who is looking to broaden their exposure across a busy finance function. You'll work closely with experienced finance professionals, gain involvement in a variety of accounting activities and have the opportunity to continue developing your skills within a supportive environment. Key Responsibilities Assist with the day-to-day running of the finance function, ensuring financial records are maintained accurately and efficiently. Support monthly accounting activities, including reconciliations, journal entries and reporting requirements. Produce regular financial reports and provide analysis to support business...

An international business with a truly global presence is looking to recruit an International Payroll Administrator to join them on a 12 month fixed term contract basis. Reporting to senior management, the International Payroll Specialist will be responsible for managing payroll across multiple locations globally - EMEA and APAC As International Payroll Specialist, you will be responsible for: Managing the EMEA payrolls across multiple EMEA & APAC countries Submission of all payroll data, checking compliance and accuracy Ensuring payroll compliance for both international & domestic payrolls Act as a point of contact for all escalated payroll queries Demonstrate excellent vendor management experience Review payroll calculations, statutory deductions & variance reports With an excellent benefits package and brilliant location, this is an opportunity not to be missed. Hybrid working pattern is also available. Candidates must have previous EMEA payroll experience....

Financial Reporting Accountant London/Hybrid 12 months contract Day rate from £300 via Umbrella Company dependant on experience Our commitment is to provide equal opportunity regardless of, for example, your gender, age, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation or beliefs. We also engage with employers to develop programmes and pathways that embrace diverse talent and promote more inclusive employment worldwide through partnerships and other initiatives. We recognise and celebrate the value of difference and how it makes us faster, smarter and more innovative than our competition. My client is one of the largest financial institutions headquartered in Japan, with an established presence across all consumer and corporate banking businesses. Through its subsidiaries and affiliates, they offer a diverse range of financial services, including commercial banking, leasing, securities, credit card, consumer finance and other services. They are looking for a Financial Reporting...

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...