57 jobs found in Kingston upon Thames

Alexander Lloyd are currently seeking an experienced and proactive Credit Controller to join a finance team on a temporary basis for 3-6 months. This role is based in Epsom and will focus heavily on managing outstanding debt through high volume inbound and outbound calls, ensuring timely payment from customers while maintaining strong professional relationships. This is a fast-paced position suited to someone confident on the phone, organised, and comfortable managing a busy ledger. Key Responsibilities Managing and collecting outstanding debt across a high-volume customer ledger Making high volumes of outbound calls to customers to secure prompt payment Building and maintaining positive relationships with customers while resolving payment queries Chasing overdue invoices and negotiating payment plans where required Reconciling accounts and allocating incoming payments Escalating problematic accounts where necessary Maintaining accurate records of all collection activity on...

Interim Treasury & Exchequer Services Manager Spencer Clarke Group are working closely with a Local Authority Sout West of London to appoint an Interim Treasury & Exchequer Services Manager to oversee the Council's treasury operations and key financial services functions. This is a senior interim role responsible for managing treasury activities alongside core exchequer services including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll and Insurance. What's on Offer Rate: £394.50 - £500 per day Contract length: 3-6 months initially Full-time Hybrid working Start: ASAP / subject to notice The Role The successful candidate will lead the Council's treasury management activities while overseeing the delivery of key operational finance services. Key responsibilities: Managing the Council's treasury operations including investments, borrowing and cashflow forecasting. Maintaining strong treasury management policies in line with CIPFA Treasury Management Code...

We are currently recruiting for a Temp Payroll Technical Officer based in South West London, the appropriate candidate must be available and ready to start ASAP. Please find more detail on the role below, if this is of interest apply, and one of our consultants will contact you. Payroll Technical Officer - £23.73 PAYE This is a hybrid position. on average 2 days per week although there's room for some flexibility. To support the day to day delivery of a comprehensive and efficient payroll service, that ensures staff are paid accurately and on time and that statutory deductions, reporting and validation processes are carried out in a timely manner. A key lead in the efficient operation of the Lambeth bureau payroll running processes ensuring that net pay and other statutory and voluntary deductions are paid from the appropriate employer bank accounts and appropriate employer reports and statements are issued to the relevant employers in a timely manner within the set contract...

Role Overview This is a key leadership role within Financial Services / Exchequer Services, responsible for overseeing the Council’s treasury management operations and leading core transactional finance functions including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Insurance, and Payroll. Key Responsibilities * Deliver the Council’s daily, monthly, and quarterly treasury management activities. * Maintain and support treasury management policies, procedures, and strategies, including TMSS, TMPs, and TMSs. * Manage the Council’s liquidity position and oversee short- and medium-term cash flow forecasting. * Monitor and manage cash surpluses in line with approved investment policies and treasury strategies. * Maintain effective banking arrangements, mandates, and relationships. * Liaise with treasury advisors and credit assessment providers to monitor counterparty risk and credit limits. * Act as System Administrator for the...

Role Overview This is a key leadership role within Financial Services / Exchequer Services, responsible for overseeing the Council’s treasury management operations and leading core transactional finance functions including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Insurance, and Payroll. Key Responsibilities * Deliver the Council’s daily, monthly, and quarterly treasury management activities. * Maintain and support treasury management policies, procedures, and strategies, including TMSS, TMPs, and TMSs. * Manage the Council’s liquidity position and oversee short- and medium-term cash flow forecasting. * Monitor and manage cash surpluses in line with approved investment policies and treasury strategies. * Maintain effective banking arrangements, mandates, and relationships. * Liaise with treasury advisors and credit assessment providers to monitor counterparty risk and credit limits. * Act as System Administrator for the Council’s...

Role Overview Our Multi-Academy Trust is seeking an experienced Finance Professional to join our central Business Partnering team on a temporary basis. This is a vital role supporting the Trust's head office operations through the end of the academic year. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining high standards of financial accuracy and supporting month-end processes. Key Responsibilities Budgeting & Forecasting: Update staffing forecasts within the Budgeting System (BPS). Financial Analysis: Maintain and update staff analysis files on a monthly basis. Payment Processing: Oversight and checking of monthly payment runs. Reconciliations: Perform detailed payroll reconciliations to ensure accuracy across the Trust. Accounts Payable: Manage invoice checking and approval workflows. Reporting: Conduct expenditure and income analysis to support business partnering decisions. Month-End: Prepare and post month-end journals. Requirements Proven experience...

Accounts Payable Specialist Location: Hayes, Middlesex (Hybrid – some flexible working) Contract: 12–15 month FTC (Maternity Cover) We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join a fast-growing, consumer-focused organisation. This role will play a key part in managing high-volume invoice processing and complex reconciliations, particularly across GRNI (Goods Received Not Invoiced), GIT (Goods In Transit), Purchase Orders and invoice matching. You will ensure supplier payments are processed accurately and on time, while maintaining strong vendor relationships and supporting the wider finance team. Key Responsibilities Process high volumes of supplier invoices, ensuring correct PO matching, approvals, VAT treatment, and ledger coding. Carry out regular reconciliations of GRNI, GIT, Purchase Orders and supplier invoices, identifying and resolving discrepancies. Investigate and clear GRNI and GIT balances, liaising with procurement, logistics and...

Credit Controller (9month FTC) West London / M40 / M4 corridor | FMCG | Hybrid £50k pro rata dependent on experience + 10% bonus & package About Our Client: * International premium consumer goods business with a strong heritage and global presence. * Long-established, family-owned organisation with a reputation for quality and innovation. * Successful UK division delivering strong revenues and continued commercial growth. The role: * Support the day-to-day management of UK Accounts Receivable, helping to control debt exposure and drive timely cash collection across retail, e-commerce and hospitality accounts. * Assist in supervising and supporting a Credit Controller, with opportunity to develop leadership experience. * Work closely with Sales, Supply Chain and Finance to resolve deductions, disputes and customer queries. * Contribute to aged debt reporting, cashflow forecasting and credit control processes, ensuring accurate and timely data. * Maintain SAP...

Senior Internal Auditor (PO2) – Contract Opportunity Are you an experienced Internal Auditor ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role within a highly regarded public sector team? This is an excellent opportunity to work on complex, high-profile audits while making a real organisational impact. The Role Reporting to the Internal Audit Manager, you will lead on a diverse portfolio of audits across multiple service areas. You’ll also supervise junior audit staff and collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders, including senior managers, partner organisations, and external auditors. This role offers the chance to influence change, improve governance, and support key strategic objectives across a large and dynamic organisation. Key Responsibilities * Deliver a portfolio of complex audits across a range of service areas * Lead and supervise internal audit staff * Build and maintain strong relationships with senior stakeholders * Provide...

The Head of FP&A will lead financial planning and analysis activities, ensuring strategic and operational goals are met within the financial services industry. This temporary role is based in London, offering a challenging opportunity to make a significant impact within the accounting and finance department. Client Details The hiring organisation is a well-established large organisation operating within the financial services sector. It is known for its commitment to excellence and providing innovative solutions to meet the needs of its clients. Description Produce high‑quality monthly operating expenditure reports and cost review summaries, ensuring completion within established reporting timelines. Deliver accurate management information for inclusion in quarterly performance updates and senior leadership reporting. Provide commercial analysis and insights to support decision‑making for senior finance leaders and the executive team. Review and refine existing team...

Marks Consulting Partners is currently looking for a Head of Income Collection to work with one of our Local Authority clients in London. What the Job Will Be Doing * Leading an intervention to significantly improve income collection across temporary accommodation and associated housing portfolios * Providing strategic direction and leadership to income collection teams to improve performance and maximise rental income recovery * Reviewing and strengthening income collection processes, procedures and operational practices to deliver rapid improvements in performance * Supporting team leaders to implement new processes, embed cultural change and improve overall service delivery * Working with internal teams and third-party suppliers to implement solutions that increase collection rates and reduce arrears * Monitoring income performance, identifying trends and implementing effective recovery strategies * Overseeing legal recovery processes and ensuring...

Morgan McKinley is seeking an Interim Senior Technical Accountant to join a fast-paced SaaS business during a period of structural transformation. This role is a 7-month contract for a seasoned professional who can provide a fresh set of eyes to help with process improvement. This role is a 7-month contract paying £400 - £500 a day (Inside IR35) DOE with hybrid working is available. Key Responsibilities Manage the month-end close process, recording journals, performing complex reconciliations, and managing accruals for a complex P&L and Balance Sheet. Identify and implement practical, continuous improvements to automate manual tasks and streamline financial workflows. Partner with the US-based management team to support process transitions and ongoing governance. Deliver detailed month over month commentary and driver-based analysis to support management insights. Maintain comprehensive general ledger hygiene across assigned accounts, ensuring accuracy for audit and...

Interim Executive Director of Finance Location: Aldgate, City of London (Hybrid working) Contract Type: Interim contract - 12 month FTC Application Deadline: Friday 20th March Are you a strategic financial leader with a passion for making a difference? Join a dynamic team as the Interim Executive Director of Finance. This is a fantastic opportunity to drive financial excellence while supporting individuals who have experienced crisis and trauma. I'm working with a client who are dedicated to empowering adults and children to find safety and purpose through trauma-informed support. Their mission is to foster trusting relationships that enable individuals to build lives beyond crisis. As a key member of their senior leadership team, you will: Lead a dedicated finance team, ensuring compliance and best practices. Provide expert financial advice to the board and contribute to high-level decisions. Develop robust financial policies and oversee financial planning, budgeting and...

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Financial Accountant to join a highly regulated organisation on an 18-month contract. This Financial Accountant role will play an important part in supporting the delivery of core financial accounting and reporting activities within a complex finance environment. The successful Financial Accountant will be responsible for overseeing key finance processes, supporting annual accounts activity, and ensuring accurate financial reporting across the wider finance function. Working within an established finance team, this role will involve oversight of core operational finance processes, alongside supporting technical accounting activities and maintaining strong financial controls Key Responsibilities Support the delivery of financial accounting and reporting, including preparation of annual accounts. Provide oversight of key finance processes including accounts payable and payroll. Support technical accounting activity, ensuring...

Role - Interim Financial Accountant - you will be working for a Central Government Organisation Duration - 3 months (possibility of extension) Start Date - ASAP Rate - £350/day Fully Remote Provide expert support to non‑finance colleagues throughout the Purchase‑to‑Pay (P2P) process, including guidance on the department's core finance system. Deliver training to new users to ensure they can perform their financial responsibilities confidently and effectively. Proactively engage with teams across the organisation to build awareness and understanding of financial policies, controls, processes, and systems, promoting strong financial governance. Prepare monthly cash management templates and collate returns to support accurate daily and monthly cash forecasting. Monitor and report on financial performance, including key metrics such as prompt invoice payment and cash‑forecasting accuracy. Identify opportunities for process improvements and collaborate with colleagues to implement...

We are partnering with a leading General Insurance firm to find a Reporting Accountant for a critical year-end and transformation project. You will be a key player in the Group Finance team, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial disclosures during a high-pressure reporting cycle. Key Responsibilities: * Statutory & Regulatory Reporting: Lead the preparation of year-end statutory accounts under FRS 101/IFRS and support Solvency UK regulatory submissions. * Data Analysis: Utilise Power BI and SAP to investigate variances and provide high-level commentary for senior stakeholders. * ESG Integration: Assist in the collation and reporting of ESG metrics in line with 2026 disclosure requirements. * Audit Management: Act as the primary point of contact for external auditors to ensure a smooth, timely sign-off. What We’re Looking For * Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) with 3+ years PQE. * Insurance Industry...

Join Our Client as an Accounts Payable Assistant! 🌟 We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Accounts Payable Assistant to join our dynamic team in Central London! Our client specialises in providing tailored tech solutions, and they are looking for someone who shares their dedication to excellence. 🛡️ Position: Junior Accounts Payable Assistant Location: Euston Station, London Contract Type: Temp to Perm (1 month temping, starting asap!) Annual Salary: £25,000 - £30,000 per annum Working Pattern: Full Time, Office Based Why Join Us? Work in a vibrant office just a short walk from London Euston train station! 🚶‍♂️ Opportunity for study support! Be part of a supportive and innovative team that values your contributions. Clear career growth in the exciting field of accounting! 📈Key Responsibilities: As our Accounts Payable Assistant, you will: Process and verify supplier invoices, ensuring accurate coding and authorisation. Reconcile supplier statements and...

Senior Management Accountant Location: London Contract: Temporary Rate: £40.00 per hour umbrella // £35.72 per hour PAYE Inclusive // £31.88 per hour PAYE exclusive      Start Date: ASAP *Hybrid/Remote Working* Contact: (url removed) Job Description Service Care Solutions are recruiting for a Senior Management Accountant to join a Financial Services team within a large organisation. Reporting to the Head of Operational Finance Reporting, the successful candidate will be responsible for delivering statutory and management reporting while supporting operational finance within the organisation’s property services function. This role will also involve working closely with finance business partners, operational teams, and senior stakeholders to provide financial insight, forecasting, and reporting. The role offers the opportunity to lead key financial processes including management accounting, budgeting, forecasting, regulatory reporting, and financial controls, while...

Interim Payroll & Benefits Manager London 9 Months - £80,000 My client a global powerhouse within the financial services space is looking to recruit an Interim Payroll Manager to provide cover whilst team members are seconded off to implement a new Global Payroll system. The role will initially be for 9 months but due to the future landscape of the Payroll function there is a strong possibility this role will lead to a permanent appointment. End to end management of UK and EMEA payrolls in a standalone capacity for a total headcount of 500 employees. Will include preparation, processing and monthly validation using outsourced providers Process and report taxable benefits in compliance with tax and social security regulations Coordination of payroll disbursements Ensure compliance with tax year end obligations Primary contact for employee payroll queries and outsourced providers Deliver long term payroll approach; with a focus on standardisation and streamlining driving...

Payroll Assistant (12-Month Fixed Term Contract) We are looking for a reliable and detail-focused Payroll Assistant to join A busy Accounts team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This role is ideal for someone with hands-on payroll experience who is confident using Sage 50 and enjoys working in a structured, deadline-driven environment. Key Responsibilities Processing end-to-end payroll accurately and on time using Sage 50 Managing starters, leavers, and changes to employee records Calculating statutory payments including SSP, SMP, and holiday pay Ensuring compliance with HMRC regulations, including RTI submissions Handling payroll queries from employees in a professional and timely manner Supporting pension administration, including auto-enrolment Assisting with payroll reporting and reconciliations Providing general support to the Accounts team as required About You Previous experience in a payroll or accounts role Strong working knowledge of Sage 50 (Desired) Good...