82 jobs found in Padbury

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...

My high performing local authority is looking to recruit an Interim Head of Revenues and Benefits to lead and develop it's large team as well as overseeing the full scope of statutory Revenues and Benefits functions including Council Tax, Business Rates, Housing Benefits, Local Council Tax Support and the Council's Corporate Fraud Team. This is a senior leadership role with a strong focus on the Collection Fund, policy development and service transformation. The successful candidate will act as the Council's lead expert on Revenues and Benefits legislation, advising senior leadership and driving performance, compliance and financial stability across a large and complex service. The Role Lead and manage the Council's Revenues and Benefits service, overseeing c90 staff across multiple teams delivering Council Tax, Business Rates, Housing Benefits, Local Council Tax Support and Corporate Fraud. Take strategic responsibility for the Collection Fund, ensuring effective billing,...

Job Purpose The Invoice Validator supports the Finance Team by ensuring that all provider, non‑contract, continuing healthcare (CHC), primary care and corporate invoices are accurately validated, coded, authorised and processed in line with national policy, Standing Financial Instructions (SFIs), and local commissioning arrangements. The postholder plays a key role in maintaining financial control, preventing incorrect payments, and supporting high‑quality financial reporting. Key Responsibilities * Invoice Validation — Validate all incoming invoices against contracts, purchase orders, CHC packages, prior approvals, and activity records, ensuring accuracy and compliance with SFIs. * CHC & Non‑Contract Activity Checks — Verify eligibility, correct rates, package details, start/stop dates, and provider claims for CHC and NCA invoices. * Data Matching — Match invoice data to commissioning datasets, contract schedules, and internal finance systems (e.g., SBS, NEP, Oracle)....

Senior Accountant Certain Advantage are hiring for a Senior Accountant based in Daventry. This role is on an initial 6-month contract basis and is required to be onsite 2 days a week. Summary: You will be responsible for carrying out highly specialised accounting duties to maintain the department’s general ledger. This role also involves conducting detailed financial analysis of the department’s chart of accounts and financial statements, including identifying and evaluating unusual variances. Your responsibilities: Analyses, records and reports accounting transactions in a timely manner. Prepares general ledger entries and account reconciliations. Prepares balance sheet and profit and loss statements, consolidated financial statements, and other accounting schedules and reports. Responds to inquiries received from management, internal and external auditors, Sarbanes-Oxley audit group and others regarding financial results, special reporting requests, etc. Review...

Group Tax Manager (6-Month Contract) Location: Luton (2 days working from home) Rate: £550 per day (Umbrella) Contract Length: 6 months What we're looking for We are seeking an experienced Group Tax Manager to join a UK-listed organisation on an initial 6-month contract. This is a senior role within the Group Tax function, supporting the delivery of corporate and international tax strategy while ensuring compliance across a complex, multi-jurisdictional environment. You will act as a key advisor to senior finance stakeholders, helping shape strategic decisions, manage tax risk, and optimise the Group's overall tax position, while maintaining strong governance and regulatory compliance. Day-to-day responsibilities Support and implement the Group's tax strategy in line with business objectives Lead on international tax planning, including cross-border transactions and structuring Provide commercially focused tax advice to senior stakeholders Oversee Group-wide corporation tax...

We are seeking an organised and detail-oriented Accounts Payable Lead to join our team in Bedford. This temporary role will see you taking charge of the accounts payable function within the IT technology industry. Client Details This opportunity is with a medium-sized organisation operating within the IT technology sector. The company is known for its structured processes and professional approach to financial management. Description Oversee the accounts payable process, ensuring accuracy and timely processing of invoices. Manage supplier payments and reconcile accounts to maintain financial accuracy. Monitor and resolve any discrepancies or disputes with vendors. Maintain records of financial transactions in accordance with company policies. Collaborate with internal departments to ensure smooth financial operations. Prepare regular reports on accounts payable activities for management review. Support the team in month-end and year-end closing processes. Ensure compliance with...

Our client, a global training consultancy based in Henley on Thames, is seeking an Assistant Accountant to join their Finance team on a 12 month fixed term contract covering maternity leave. Due to continued growth, this is an exciting time to join the business. Salary £30,000 per annum plus an excellent benefits package. Working Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, this is a hybrid role with 3 days working in the office and 2 days working from home. Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will play a key role in supporting the preparation of accurate financial information, month end reporting, financial analysis and wider business support activities. This role offers exposure across multiple areas of finance within a fast paced and growing organisation. Responsibilities * Support the preparation of monthly management accounts, including variance analysis and commentary * Prepare month end journals, schedules and supporting analysis * Assist with balance sheet reconciliations...

RECfinancial are exclusively recruiting on behalf of a well-established construction business in Leicestershire, who are seeking to appoint an Finance Assistant to join their team on a full-time basis. This would be a Temporary to Permanent position working Monday - Friday office based.  A unique opportunity to become available to be part of a pro-active and forward thinking business that values progression and development. Working closely with the Accounts Manager, you will benefit from hands-on guidance, while gaining valuable experience within a busy finance function.  Commutable from Leicester, Market Harborough, Kibworth, Great Glen, Leicestershire and North Warwickshire. Main role of Finance Assistant  The main purpose of this role is to look after the transactional side of accounting, including Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, bank reconciliation and weekly reporting. The successful applicant will be undertaking various Financial tasks with an analytical...

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...

Sales ledger clerk required to work in the sales and Income Ledger team on a temporary basis in Coventry You will be operating the cashbooks systems in a sensitive manner so that customers' needs are met. Main Duties: - Maintain and process Sales Ledger on Sage 200 - Provide monthly Sales Ledger/nominal reconciliations - To process daily and monthly sales invoices - Process invoices for various international customers, and in numerous currencies - Ensuring correct VAT is applied to invoices - Monthly reconciliation of cash, PDQ, and voucher control accounts to confirm validity and balancing - Review aged debtor reports - Monitoring the bank accounts - To provide monthly Bank reconciliations of numerous bank accounts, which include various currency accounts - Provide occasional office cover and to act as relief for other Finance staff during vacation periods - To ensure the security of the cash and of the Finance Office is always maintained You will have the...

Spencer Clarke Group are seeking a Billing & Collection Officer for a Local Authority Client in Northwest London. In this role, you will manage billing and debt recovery while resolving customer enquiries professionally and maximising council income. Duties: Manage the accurate billing, collection and recovery of council income and debts. Resolve customer enquiries across multiple channels with a high standard of customer care. Negotiate and monitor repayment arrangements in line with legislation and council policy. Maintain accurate records and work with internal and external partners to maximise recovery.Qualifications and Experience: The successful candidate will have the following skills / experience: Experience delivering customer-focused advice, transactions and complaint handling. Experience working in billing, revenues, benefits or debt recovery environments. Experience managing accurate records and handling confidential data. Experience using IT systems, including...

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....

Management Accountant (6-Month Contract with Potential to Become Permanent)** An established and growing SME is seeking an experienced Management Accountant to join the business on an initial 6-month contract, with the potential for the role to become permanent. This is a hands-on position offering the opportunity to play a key role in strengthening the finance function, improving management reporting, supporting payroll processes and enhancing financial controls across a multi-division business. **Key Responsibilities** * Prepare monthly management accounts and P&L reporting * Support month-end processes, balance sheet reviews and reconciliations * Assist with payroll and wages administration * Analyse margins, costs and job profitability * Improve financial reporting, controls and internal processes * Support cashflow reporting and financial planning * Work closely with operational managers to provide meaningful financial insights * Support and develop...

We have a great opportunity for an experience Procurement Officer to work for Leicestershire Police out of their headquarters in Enderby, Leicestershire. This is a temporary ongoing role working Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm. Job Role/Purpose: To provide professional procurement advice and guidance to Leicestershire Police on appropriate procurement procedures and contract management, and to lead the delivery of compliant end‑to‑end tender processes. The post holder will run competitive procurements from initial specification through to contract award, including writing and quality‑assuring specifications, advertising contract opportunities, managing and evaluating tenders, and preparing procurement recommendations and contractual documentation. The role also involves placing contracts, managing contracts and supplier performance, resolving contractual issues or disputes, and maintaining and managing electronic procurement systems to ensure transparent, efficient, and legally...

Our client, a global FMCG company is currently seeking a Senior Sourcing Manager to join their team on a contract basis. This role will be key within the Regional Procurement team, responsible for indirect procurement . You will play a pivotal role in managing strategic source-to-contract processes, key supplier relationships, and business partner relationships at both market and area levels. £550 per day Umbrella Hybrid role 6 month contract Key Responsibilities: Execute the Strategic Sourcing Process within the framework of the approved category strategy and agreed sourcing delivery channel Validate sourcing plans with above-market Procurement teams or individuals, budget holders, and business units Coordinate supplier management and continuous improvement initiatives Perform spend analytics, cost/scenario analysis, and total cost of ownership benchmarking Advocate for compliance to Group Procurement standards, policies, and platforms Ensure contracts are completed for all...

Accounts Assistant - 6 Month Fixed-Term Contract Leicester (Office-Based) £30,000 Full-time, Monday to Friday (early finish every Friday) Immediate Start with Interviews taking place this week We are currently recruiting for an experienced Accounts Assistant to join a busy finance team on a 6-month fixed-term contract based in Leicester. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong transactional finance experience who is available to start immediately and enjoys working in a fast-paced, supportive environment. Key Responsibilities Manage all aspects of the Purchase Ledger, including: Processing invoices and posting to the ledger Ensuring correct approval processes are followed Preparing payment runs Filing and maintaining invoice records Process and pay the weekly payroll, including: Updating timesheet information within Sage Payroll Recording holidays and absences Preparing payment files Creating payroll journals for the general ledger Other duties including:...

Interim Project Accountant Leicester £300 a day (inside IR35) 3 - 6 months SF Partners are delighted to be partnering with a leading organisation to recruit a Project Accountant on an interim basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-performing Commercial Finance team supporting a large multi-site operation. The role will focus on providing financial oversight, governance, and commercial support around CAPEX and property-related spend. Working closely with operational and property teams, you will monitor repairs, maintenance, and capital investment activity, while delivering monthly reporting and insight to senior leadership. This opportunity is ideally suited to a newly qualified accountant with strong business partnering skills and CAPEX experience, looking to join a fast-paced, high-performing environment. Key Responsibilities Business Partnering: - Act as the primary finance contact for monitoring actual spend against forecasts across multiple operational...

Business Support Analyst (SAP / Order Management) Desford / Leicester, UK 12 Month Contract (potential to extend!) 37.5 hours per week (Mon–Fri 08:00–17:00, some flexibility) PAYE: up to £28.10 per hour (DOE) + holiday & pension Umbrella: up to £38.45 per hour As a Business Support Analyst, you will play a key role in supporting and evolving machine order management processes as they transition to modern digital platforms. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and contribute to wider digital transformation initiatives. This opportunity sits within a globally recognised Fortune 100 organisation, known for its engineering excellence, strong heritage and extensive international footprint across more than 150 countries! Key Responsibilities * Support and improve machine order management processes * Provide support across order management systems * Identify opportunities for process improvement * Participate in global projects * Support users with...

Financial Accountant | Paternity Cover | Retail 2 Months South West London (Hybrid) £55,000 - £70,000 We're partnering with an exciting, high-growth company to appoint an experienced Financial Accountant into a high-impact role supporting the wider business to support the team whilst the Commercial Finance Manager is on paternity. This is a brilliant opportunity to join a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment where the culture is collaborative, down to earth and refreshingly non-corporate. The teams are genuinely supportive, hands-on and solutions-focused people, get stuck in and make things happen. Reporting into senior finance leadership, this role sits at the heart of commercial decision-making across retail and e-commerce performance. The Opportunity The purpose of this role is to provide high-quality support to the business, helping teams understand performance, optimise profitability and make better-informed decisions. This role would suit someone who enjoys...

Financial Accountant | Paternity Cover | Retail 2 Months South West London (Hybrid) £55,000 - £70,000 We're partnering with an exciting, high-growth company to appoint an experienced Financial Accountant into a high-impact role supporting the wider business to support the team whilst the Commercial Finance Manager is on paternity. This is a brilliant opportunity to join a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment where the culture is collaborative, down to earth and refreshingly non-corporate. The teams are genuinely supportive, hands-on and solutions-focused people, get stuck in and make things happen. Reporting into senior finance leadership, this role sits at the heart of commercial decision-making across retail and e-commerce performance. The Opportunity The purpose of this role is to provide high-quality support to the business, helping teams understand performance, optimise profitability and make better-informed decisions. This role would suit someone who enjoys...