50 jobs found in Leighton Buzzard

Finance Assistant - FTC | St Albans | Up to £33k Our client, experts in their field, are a modern and innovative firm looking for a Finance Assistant for maternity cover, 9-12 months. You will support and assist the Head of Finance with day-to-day financial management. What’s in it for you? · Salary: Up to £33k depending on experience · Hours: Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm, office based · 25 days holiday (plus 2 additional for Christmas period) · Subsidised parking Key responsibilities: · Update financial spreadsheets with monthly transactions · Prepare profit and loss schedules · Reconcile bank statements · Provide regular updates on fees delivered against target · Process tax payments on Finance Managers instructions · Record monthly payroll entries and journals thereof · Process monthly pension payments and recording thereof · Process supplier invoices and follow up with suppliers and managers as needed · Provide administrative support during budget preparation ·...

Payroll Administrator Location: Watford, Hertfordshire (Hybrid – 4 days office, 1 day home) Salary: £33,000 - £40,000 Contract: 3–6 Month Contract An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Payroll Administrator to join a busy in-house payroll team supporting the monthly payroll for a large UK business. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a fast-paced environment, working with the recently implemented Workday Payroll system and supporting payroll operations during a key period of change. Please note: Workday Payroll experience is essential for this role. Key Responsibilities * Support the end-to-end monthly payroll process, ensuring accurate and timely payroll delivery * Process payroll changes including starters, leavers, salary changes, absences, benefits, statutory payments and variable pay * Manage payroll reconciliations, third-party payments, pension deductions and payroll reporting * Respond to payroll queries from employees, HR, Finance, HMRC and...

Pricing Analyst, Hatfield (Hybrid Working) | 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract We're partnering with a leading international organisation to recruit a Pricing Analyst on a 12-month fixed-term contract based in Hatfield, with a hybrid working arrangement. This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate or early-career analyst with strong analytical skills to develop expertise in pricing, commercial strategy and data analysis across international markets. The Opportunity Working within a collaborative regional team, you'll support pricing strategy and commercial decision-making across multiple EMEA markets. You'll analyse complex data, develop pricing models, and provide valuable insights that influence business performance throughout the product lifecycle. This role offers fantastic exposure to pricing strategy, commercial finance and cross-functional stakeholder engagement in a fast-paced international business. Key Responsibilities * Support the development and implementation of...

Are you an organised HR professional looking to gain experience supporting a global HR transformation programme? Our client, a leading international organisation operating within the healthcare sector, is looking for a Human Resources Administrator to join their UK HR team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to become involved in the rollout of a new global Workday HR platform whilst gaining exposure to a broad range of HR activities within a supportive and collaborative team. You'll act as the first point of contact for HR enquiries, support managers and employees with day-to-day HR administration, and play an important role in ensuring employee records are accurately migrated and maintained within Workday.    Responsibilities include: ·        Acting as the first point of contact for HR enquiries ·        Providing first and second-line HR administration support ·        Supporting the implementation of Workday ·        Uploading and...

Accounts Payable Assistant – Urgently Required 3-Month Fixed Term Contract £30,000 Pro Rata Uxbridge | Hybrid Working Ideal Start Date: ASAP Our client, a well-established organisation based in Uxbridge, is urgently seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Assistant to join their finance team on a 3-month fixed term contract. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive accounts payable professional who is available immediately or at very short notice and able to start on ASAP. The Role Joining part of a very busy and well established AP Team, you will support the smooth running of the accounts payable function, ensuring timely and accurate processing within a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities Processing high volumes of supplier invoices Matching, batching and coding invoices Preparing and processing payment runs Supplier statement reconciliations Managing and resolving invoice queries Supporting month-end processes The Successful Candidate Will Have Previous...

Senior Finance Officer - Harrow PAYE: £300 per day Hybrid 2-3 DAYS PER WEEK ONSITE Children social care environment and Council experience essential The post exists to provide accountancy support and advice as appropriate to the section worked in including: Undertake budget preparation, budget monitoring and closure of accounts work; Provide a range of professional financial support, advice and information to budget managers and more senior members of the Finance Division; To complete financial and statistical returns and grant claims;  To operate appropriate financial systems and administration for specific services areas. To lead and/or participate in improvement projects or matrix management projects as directed, as part of the Division’s transformation and improvement agenda. Essential criteria a)       Up to date relevant knowledge of accounting practices preferably in the public sector. b)      Working knowledge of using of computerised financial systems, ideally SAP...

Service Accountant Harrow £475 – 500 per day Full time Key Responsibilities To provide professional financial advice and support to a service Division or Directorate based on a sound understanding of the business and the regulatory/accounting regime. To co-ordinate both the revenue and capital budget preparation, budget monitoring and closure of accounts work for the relevant service area. To forge an excellent working relationship with the service directorate, whilst maintaining professional integrity and not compromising on financial best practice. To lead and/or participate in improvement projects or matrix management projects as directed, as part of the Division’s transformation and improvement agenda. Generic Duties To demonstrate a commitment to the Council’s Equal Opportunities Policy and the ability to understand and implement the policy in relation to the job responsibilities To ensure compliance with your responsibilities as laid out in the council’s health and...

Role title: Senior Finance Officer (Housing Revenue Account) Location: Hybrid, London Borough of Harrow Forward Drive, Harrow, HA3 8NT Contract: 6 months Rate: £400 per day (Umbrella) About the Role: London Borough of Harrow is seeking an experienced Senior Finance Officer to provide expert financial analysis and business partnering support to the Council's Housing Revenue Account (HRA). This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in ensuring the financial sustainability of housing services while supporting strategic decision-making that directly impacts tenants and the Council's long-term housing delivery objectives. Working closely with senior stakeholders, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality financial advice, ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements, and supporting the effective management of housing income streams, including rent and service charge setting. Key Responsibilities: Provide expert financial analysis and business...

Interim TRAC Accountant (Higher Education) £450–£500 per day (Inside IR35) 2 days per week onsite – Monday & Wednesday We are recruiting for an experienced Interim TRAC Accountant to support a leading Higher Education institution with the end-to-end delivery of its annual Transparent Approach to Costing (TRAC) return. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional with a strong university finance background who can take ownership of the TRAC process while working closely with Finance, Planning, Research, and academic stakeholders. Key Responsibilities * Own the end-to-end delivery of the annual TRAC return, ensuring compliance with all TRAC guidance and submission deadlines. * Lead the planning, preparation, validation, and reconciliation of TRAC data to the statutory accounts. * Review and maintain TRAC methodologies, including indirect cost allocations, academic workload planning, estates costs, and Full Economic Costing (FEC). * Work closely with...

Assistant Accountant | 6-Month Contract | Immediate Start Location: Near Huntingdon Duration: 6-Month Contract Hours: 40 Hours per Week Working Arrangement: Fully Site-Based Start Date: ASAP Our client, a successful and growing manufacturing organisation, is seeking an experienced Assistant Accountant to join their finance team on a 6-month contract. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated finance professional to gain exposure to a varied accounting role within an international business environment. Working closely with the wider finance team, you'll play a key role in supporting day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and helping to maintain efficient financial processes across multiple business entities. Key Responsibilities Managing accounts receivable activities, including invoicing, reconciliations, credit notes and credit control. Processing purchase ledger invoices, employee expenses and company credit card transactions....

Assistant Accountant - 6-12 month contract Location: Huntingdon (On-site) Salary: £32k - £38k + Benefits We are delighted to be partnering with a well-established and growing manufacturing organisation to recruit an Assistant Accountant. This is an excellent opportunity to join an innovative business operating across multiple high-performance industries, offering real scope to develop and make an impact, with potential for a permanent role after the initial contract period. Reporting into the Senior Management Accountant, you will play a key role in supporting the finance function and contributing to continuous improvement across financial processes. Key Responsibilities Maintain daily and monthly cashflow forecasts Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts, including: Trial Balance Profit & Loss Balance Sheet Variance analysis with commentary Reconcile control accounts Post accruals, prepayments, and other journals (including sales, cost of sales, and...

Temporary Transaction Manager – Reading – £250 - £300 per day – Weekly Pay Immediate Start - Our client, a busy car dealership in Reading has the requirement for an experienced Transaction Manager / Business Manager to join them on a Temporary/Freelance basis with an IMMEDIATE START. What’s in it for you? Working with KPI People comes with a whole host of benefits: * Competitive Day Rates. * Weekly pay. * Referral Scheme * Have an experienced recruitment consultant available for you day and night. * PAYE Contract, no Payroll Company fees or need for an Accountant * Flexible contracts to suit you. Experience & Qualifications Required * 5+ years experience as a Transaction Manager / Business Manager * Good understanding of the latest FCA standards, consumer legislation and trade practices. * Excellent References * Franchised dealer experience is desirable. * Full & CLean UK Driving Licence * Have your own Transport Role details for...

Test Analyst – Oracle HCM Payroll Up to £325pd Inside IR35 Reading - Hybrid, 2-3 days WFO/week 12 months+ contract Job Description: • 4–8 years overall testing experience with at least 2–3 years in Oracle HCM UK Payroll testing. • Strong experience in Oracle HCM Cloud Payroll (UK) testing. • Good understanding of UK Payroll processes, including PAYE, National Insurance (NI), pensions, statutory payments, and year-end processing. • Experience in functional, integration, system, regression, and UAT testing. • Ability to create and execute test scenarios, test cases, and defect management activities. Mandatory Skills: Knowledge of Oracle HCM modules such as Core HR, Payroll, Absence Management, and Time & Labor

To provide payroll expertise and operational support during a major HR and payroll transformation programme, ensuring payroll continuity, compliance, and service excellence. The role will help stabilise payroll operations as employee data management activities transition from local processes and ADP iHCM to SAP SuccessFactors, while supporting key payroll improvement initiatives and legislative changes. Client Details PageGroup (recruitment consultancy) World leading recruitment firm, operating in more than 30 countries FTSE 250 listed business, employing more than 6,000 employees 1200 headcount in the UK, 150 headcount in MEA Core disciplines: Accounting & Finance, Sales, Procurement & Supply Chain, Engineering, Customer Service, Secretarial and more Key Brands: Michael Page, Page Outsourcing, Page Executive Description Key Responsibilities: Interim Payroll Specialist (FTC) Payroll Operations · Deliver accurate and timely end-to-end payroll processing for UK...

Interim Management Accountant - minimum 3 months Management Accountant Huntress is working with a growing SME business based in Bracknell. Key Responsibilities Preparing Group monthly consolidated management accounts. Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations for multiple entities Post accruals, prepayments, and month-end journals. Raise inter-company transactions and reconcile inter-company balances Manage group cash flow reportingExperience and skills required for the role Advanced Excel Multi-entity experience in a product-based business Multi-currency experience Cash flow management experience, Strong on balance sheet controls and reconciliation experience. Huntress Search Ltd acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles. We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation,...

Accounts Payable Officer Location: Witney (Hybrid – 3 days office / 2 days home) Job Type: Full-Time, Temporary (3 weeks) We're recruiting on behalf of a successful and growing organisation looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Officer to join their friendly finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous purchase ledger/accounts payable experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment where accuracy, organisation and strong communication skills are essential. Key Responsibilities Processing high volumes of supplier invoices accurately and on time Matching invoices to purchase orders and resolving any discrepancies Maintaining and reconciling the purchase ledger Preparing supplier payment runs Managing supplier queries and building positive working relationships Processing employee expenses and company credit card transactions Supporting month-end processes and cash flow reporting Assisting with continuous improvements to finance...

Marc Daniels is partnering with a highly successful international business to recruit an experienced Head of Global Payroll (12-month FTC) to take ownership of payroll operations across a complex multi-entity group. This is a fantastic opportunity for a senior payroll leader with strong experience managing international payrolls across Asia, LATAM and EMEA. This role requires the candidate to be immediately available, as it is a 12-month FTC. The role will suit someone who enjoys both strategic oversight and hands-on delivery in a fast-paced global environment. Similar London-based global payroll roles often combine multi-country compliance, vendor management, systems improvement and close partnership with Finance and HR. The Role You will lead the end-to-end global payroll function, ensuring accurate, timely and compliant payroll delivery across multiple regions. Working closely with Finance, HR and external providers, you will oversee payroll governance, reporting, controls...

Senior Finance Manager - Group Reporting - FTSE Senior Finance Manager - Group Reporting - FTSE The location of the role is Paddington, London (hybrid working). The duration of the contract is 3-4 months. The pay rate on offer is £750 - £800 per day (via Umbrella agency). The client is a multinational high-street retailer. Role Summary As Senior Finance Manager in Group Reporting, you'll be at the centre of our business' Finance, ensuring timely, accurate, and relevant financial information reaches our ExCo, Audit Committee, Board, and shareholders. You'll have the opportunity to provide technical accounting expertise across a number of areas such as, supporting strategic programmes, potential new business initiatives and corporate transactions, and play a key role in preparing annual, interim, and monthly Group results. This is a high-profile opportunity with exposure to senior leadership and responsibility for critical outputs that shape how we communicate our...

Your new company A leading international financial services organisation is seeking an experienced Finance Controller to join its Financial Control team. Working within a highly regulated environment, you will partner closely with Front Office, Product Control, Operations and senior Finance stakeholders, supporting the integrity of financial reporting across a complex trading business. Your new role As a Finance Controller, you will take ownership of the month-end, quarter-end and year-end close processes for designated business areas, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting. Key responsibilities will include: Producing detailed P&L and balance sheet analysis with insightful month-on-month, quarter-on-quarter and year-on-year commentary Performing balance sheet reconciliations, substantiation and control reviews Monitoring and resolving ledger breaks, suspense accounts and reconciliation issues Supporting Head Office, regulatory and statutory reporting...

Goodman Masson is currently working with a social housing organisation in London to recruit for an interim Director of Asset Management. Pay - £700 - £800 Per Day The Role Reporting into the Executive Leadership Team, you'll provide strategic direction across Asset Management, Capital Investment and Compliance, ensuring programmes are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with organisational objectives. Key responsibilities include: Developing and delivering long, medium and short-term asset investment strategies. Leading capital investment planned maintenance and retrofit programmes. Providing strategic oversight of property compliance and asset performance. Driving improvements in asset data quality to support investment decisions. Leading procurement and contract management of major investment programmes. Ensuring investment programmes deliver value for money whilst improving resident outcomes. Building strong relationships across the executive team, board members and...