29 jobs found in Penarth

Accounts Payable Manager 📍 Cardiff 📄 Fixed-Term Contract | Full-Time | Site-Based 💰 Competitive Salary + Benefits We are currently recruiting for an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to join our finance team on a fixed-term contract based in Cardiff. This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on and organised finance professional to lead the accounts payable function within a busy and fast-paced environment. The Role Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day management of the accounts payable department, ensuring supplier invoices and payments are processed accurately and efficiently. You will play a key role in maintaining strong financial controls, supporting the wider finance team, and driving continuous improvement across AP processes. Key Responsibilities Manage the end-to-end accounts payable function Supervise and support the AP team Ensure timely and accurate processing of supplier invoices Oversee weekly and monthly payment runs...

Interim Assistant Finance Analyst / Commercial Analyst Location: Near Bristol Rate: £180 per day (Inside IR35) Contract Type: Interim Contract Sector: Construction / Civil Engineering / Major Projects Reporting To: Assistant Project Accountant / Commercial Finance Team Role Overview We are seeking an Interim Assistant Finance Analyst / Commercial Analyst to support a major civil engineering and infrastructure project based near Bristol. This opportunity would suit a junior finance, commercial, or quantity surveying professional looking to develop experience within major projects, construction finance, and commercial operations. The successful candidate will support both finance and commercial teams with cost analysis, financial reporting, and the preparation of supporting information relating to contractual cost recovery and client disputes. You will work closely with senior commercial and finance professionals, receiving guidance and direction on information gathering,...

Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Analyst - Major Projects Construction Claims & Disputes Location: Bristol Duration: Start ASAP - December 2026 (possible extension) Sector: Major Projects / Construction / Infrastructure Reporting To: Assistant Project Accountant / Commercial Finance Lead Overview An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Major Projects Construction Claims & Disputes Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial and finance functions on complex infrastructure and construction projects near Bristol. This role will focus on contractual cost recovery, dispute resolution, commercial analysis, and financial reporting across major projects. Working closely with project delivery, commercial, and finance teams, you will play a key role in maximising contractual entitlement, supporting claims preparation, and resolving commercial disputes under NEC forms of contract. The successful candidate will combine strong quantity surveying and commercial management...

Interim Group Financial Controller - North Bristol (Hybrid) Morgan McKinley are working exclusively with a client based in North Bristol to recruit an experienced Interim Group Financial Controller for an initial 3-6 month assignment. This is a hands-on leadership role managing a small finance team, with responsibility for group reporting, month-end processes, cashflow, controls, forecasting and supporting the business through ongoing change and restructuring activity. The successful candidate will be a qualified accountant with previous experience within construction, manufacturing or retail environments, ideally in businesses that have undergone significant transformation. You will be confident operating at pace, able to drive improvements and available at short notice. The role is hybrid, requiring a minimum of 3 days per week in the office, with occasional travel to other sites. If interested, please call Lucy at Morgan McKinley on (phone number removed) or click apply

Senior Finance Business Partner Contract until March 2027 - Inside IR35 Bristol Based (60% onsite) Certain Advantage are recruiting on behalf of our renowned manufacturing client for a Senior Finance Business Partner to work within a procurement ops team providing Financial direction for the Commercial Strategy. You will lead the financial decision process to support commercial decision making in the tendering of detail parts and the subsequent impact of tendering decisions on the financial health and performance of the detail parts supply chain (£200m+). Key challenges in this role will include continuous stakeholder management across multiple interfaces (accounting and procurement up to “Head ofs”), and negotiating with procurement suppliers on key financial topics and performance improvement plans. There will be recurring and ad-hoc activities in this varied role. Typical responsibilities will include; Lead the financial decision process to support commercial decision making...

Finance Business Partner Location: Hampshire Contract: Temporary (3 months) Salary: £38.21 umbrella / £34.15 PAYE Inclusive / £30.47 PAYE Exclusive Start Date: ASAP Contact: (url removed)   Job Description Service Care Solutions are recruiting on behalf of a local authority in Hampshire for a Finance Business Partner to join the team on a temporary basis. The postholder will work closely with Service Directors and senior stakeholders to provide high-quality financial insight, challenge, and decision support while leading a team of Financial Analysts to deliver strong financial governance and value for money.   Key Responsibilities Partner with senior leaders and budget holders to provide strategic financial advice, robust challenge, and commercial insight to support decision-making. Lead financial planning, forecasting, business modelling, and performance analysis to support medium and long-term organisational objectives. Drive financial governance, budget control, and...

Lead Payroll Officer - Temporary - 2 months - Carmarthen - Immediate start Yolk is delighted to be working with a Health and Social Care organisation who require a short term Lead Payroll Officer to help process their payroll requirements across all their sites. You will be responsible for end-to-end payroll processing, maintaining accurate records, ensuring statutory compliance, and supporting payroll-related queries. This position plays a vital role in ensuring payroll integrity and contributing to the overall financial control environment. You will be based at our brand‑new Carmarthen office, easily commutable from Swansea, and part of a collaborative finance team where knowledge is shared and support provided What you will be doing:- Prepare and process monthly and ad-hoc payroll cycles Calculate wages, overtime, bonuses, deductions, and statutory payments (PAYE, NIC, pensions) Ensure compliance with HMRC requirements including RTI submissions and year-end reporting...

Principal Accountant Location: Devon Contract: Temporary (3 months) Salary: £28.00 umbrella / £25.18 PAYE Inclusive / £22.47 PAYE Exclusive Start Date: ASAP Contact: (url removed) Job Description Service Care Solutions are recruiting on behalf of a local authority in Devon for a Principal Accountant to join the team on a temporary basis. The postholder will provide a comprehensive accountancy and financial management service, including consolidating the revenue budget monitoring process, producing the annual budget and medium-term financial strategy, and working closely with internal and external auditors. Key Responsibilities Lead and coordinate revenue budget monitoring, forecasting, and annual budget preparation across Council services. Provide strategic financial advice and support for projects, service planning, and organisational initiatives. Take responsibility for key areas of the annual Statement of Accounts and liaise with external auditors throughout the...

Job Type: Fixed-Term Contract (6 Months) Salary: £28,000-£32,000 per annum Location: Worcester Hours: Mon-Thurs (8-4.30) and Fri (8-3) Your new company Hays are working in partnership with a global manufacturing organisation based in Worcester as they look to recruit a Purchase Ledger Clerk to join their strong finance team for a period of 6 months. Over the years, our client has grown at a rapid pace through innovation, acquisition and overseas investment to become a world leader in their field. Your new role Reporting to an excellent Financial Controller, you will be responsible for the end-to-end accounts payable process. Main duties: Timely and accurate processing of supplier invoices Resolving supplier queries and discrepancies Preparing and processing payment runs Reconciling supplier statements Ensuring compliance with internal controls to maintain the integrity of financial data Supporting with month-end close activities What you'll need to succeed AAT qualified...

Finance Assistant Brize Norton - Fully onsite 12-month Contract £32.00 per hour - Umbrella ARM have an exciting opportunity for a Finance Assistant to join a global leader in aerospace innovation. You will be required to prepare analysis and data to allow the financial controller to manage targets, workload and workforce and to support discussions and decision making at Management level. The Role: Support the Financial controller in transacting, understanding and analysing operational cost, along with completing support tasks for the subsidiary Maintain cost, revenue and cash forecast for the entire business entity/business function Work with operational teams to forecast resource plans and cost impact Help record and evaluate risks or opportunities Assist in regular OP and FC process Act as a liaison for managers in understanding and controlling operational costs Input and advise on external costs and internal resources Liaison with procurement team to ensure correct...

Hours 8.00am - 4.30pm Monday - Friday Join Our Team as a Purchase Ledger Clerk! What You'll Do: Process invoices and credit notes accurately and efficiently Maintain clear and organised purchase ledger records Reconcile supplier statements and accounts Prepare and assist with payment runs Handle supplier queries and resolve discrepancies Input and scan invoices using digital systems Review documents processed via OCR and AI tools Ensure correct coding (nominal, company, VAT) Liaise with internal teams to resolve issues Arrange ad-hoc BACS and faster payments Maintain accurate records and filing systems Support the Finance Manager and wider team as neededWhat We're Looking For: Previous experience in a purchase ledger or similar finance role Strong understanding of VAT principles Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Outlook, and Teams Excellent communication skills with the ability to work across teams Organised, reliable, and self-motivated A positive,...

We are seeking an experienced Purchase Ledger professional to join a busy finance team within a well-established property management business based in Christchurch on a temp-to-perm basis. This office-based role would suit someone confident managing high-volume supplier accounts and working closely with contractors, suppliers and internal teams in a fast-paced environment. Key responsibilities: Processing high volumes of supplier invoices and credit notes onto the purchase ledger system Coding invoices accurately across nominal accounts, properties and VAT codes Reconciling supplier statements and maintaining accurate supplier accounts Managing supplier and contractor queries efficiently and professionally Preparing and processing payment runs in line with company procedures Supporting the wider finance team with ledger maintenance, reporting and month-end tasks Requirements: Previous experience in a senior or high-volume Purchase Ledger role Strong working knowledge of VAT and...

The Temporary AR Controller will be responsible for managing accounts receivable processes and ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting. This temporary role based in Southampton requires a detail-oriented individual with strong accounting and finance expertise. Client Details The organisation is a small-sized entity, they are committed to operational excellence and fostering a supportive work environment for their team. Description Oversee and manage the accounts receivable process, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations. Maintain and update financial records related to receivables in a timely manner. Reconcile accounts receivable balances and resolve discrepancies promptly. Prepare periodic financial reports to support decision-making processes. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth financial workflows. Provide support during audits by supplying requested documentation and information. Identify opportunities for process improvements in the...

Accounts Assistant -Interim - Kingswinford Gleeson Recruitment Group is currently working alongside a Business Services Organisation based Kingswinford as they look to recruit an Accountant Assistant to join their team. Principle Accountability's are as follows: Perform bank reconciliations on a regular basis. Maintain and update the cashbook, including accurate posting of transactions. Process and reconcile company credit card expenses. Assist with billing processes, including raising and issuing invoices. Handle sales ledger activities, including invoice creation and basic credit control support. Support monthly reporting by preparing schedules and assisting with data analysis. Requirements System skills including intermediate excel. Excellent communication skills and ability to identify issues and use initiative to solve problems Self-motivated team player with willingness to help others and go above and beyond their formal role. Exercise the up most discretion when...

We’re recruiting on behalf of a well-established organisation for an experienced Head of Payroll to lead their end-to-end payroll function on a contract basis. This senior role will suit a confident payroll leader with strong technical knowledge and a hands-on approach. You’ll oversee payroll delivery, ensure statutory compliance, lead a payroll team, and work closely with HR, Finance, and external partners to drive continuous improvement. Key responsibilities include: Full ownership of payroll processing, accuracy, and compliance Leading and developing a payroll team Ensuring compliance with UK and/or Ireland payroll legislation Managing external providers and stakeholders Driving process improvements and automation Resolving complex payroll issues and producing senior-level reporting About you: Extensive payroll experience with leadership responsibility Strong knowledge of PAYE, NI, pensions, and statutory reporting Experience using payroll systems (Sage 50) High...

We are currently working with Chartered Accountancy based in Oxford who are looking for an experienced, bureau Payroll specialist to join the team on an initial interim basis with a view to go perm. If you have a strong background in Bureau Payroll, dealing with high volumes and complex queries then this may be the role for you! The ideal candidate will have strong excel, excellent communication skills and must be happy to travel into the office on a hybrid basis. System requirements: Opera SAGE Xero 51650SM INDTEMP The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position

Ref: MGCON2939 Location: Warwick – 1 day in office and rest from home. Occasional and infrequent travel to Stevenage as well. Hours: Monday to Friday 8.30am – 4.30pm Pay: £13.45ph paid weekly PAYE Duration: Ongoing Contract – Long Term    Duties Loading invoices received into the department accurately & making payments to suppliers to ensure continuity of supply from our suppliers. The post holder will deal effectively and efficiently with the Accounts Payable Ledger, to meet payment deadlines to ensure continuity of supply from our suppliers and work effectively within a team.  o Invoice matching to the Purchase Ledger-both purchase order and non-purchase order related  o Credit note matching  o Document indexing  o reconciliation/review and document chasing  o Internal liaison within the Telent organisation  o External liaison with Suppliers  o Supplier and invoice query resolution  o Supplier database maintenance and verification  o Bacs/Chaps payment...

Duration: Temporary ongoing Company: Warwickshire County Council Hours: Monday to Friday – 37 hours a week Location: Warwick / Hybrid Salary: £22.85ph Start Date: ASAP About the Role Are you passionate about driving high-quality, cost-effective services and achieving meaningful outcomes? Join our clients dynamic Contract Management and Quality Assurance Team as a Contract Management Officer and play a vital role in ensuring commissioned services deliver value and meet the needs of Warwickshire citizens. In this role, you will lead contract management activities for a defined portfolio, working closely with stakeholders to monitor, evaluate, and improve service delivery. You’ll use evidence-based approaches to shape markets and foster robust partnerships, ensuring services align with their high standards and strategic goals. Key Responsibilities Deliver effective contract management in line with the Council’s framework. Monitor and analyse contract performance, ensuring timely...

Accounts Assistant Location: Solihull Position Type: Full-Time Salary: £13.21 – £13.50 per hour (depending on experience) About the Position We are currently looking for a reliable and detail-focused Accounts Assistant to become part of our finance department. This role is ideal for an individual who is eager to grow within the accounting field and gain valuable practical experience in a busy yet supportive workplace. Main Duties Accurately processing invoices, receipts, and payments Assisting with bank reconciliations and maintaining up-to-date financial records Supporting the preparation of monthly and yearly financial reports Handling accounts payable and accounts receivable activities Ensuring all financial procedures and company policies are followed correctly Skills & Experience Required Previous experience within an accounts or finance role is advantageous Strong numerical ability and analytical thinking skills Competent in using accounting...

Job Advertisement: Operations Specialist Location: UK (Home/Solihull Office-based) - at least once a week in the office Contract Length: 3 months rolling basis Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 to 17:30 IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Rate: 23.00ph Are you an organized, proactive professional with a passion for operational excellence? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! Our client is seeking a talented Operations Specialist to join their dynamic team on a fixed-term contract. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to support project delivery in a consultancy or services setting. Role Purpose As an Operations Specialist, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth delivery of projects, maintaining financial accuracy, and upholding operational governance. Collaborating closely with Project Managers, Engagement Managers, Resource Managers, Finance, and Credit Control, you'll be responsible for project setup,...