30 jobs found in Reading

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...

Join a dynamic business within the professional services sector based in Basingstoke, Hampshire as a Management Accountant. This organisation, operating within a fast-paced and evolving environment, values integrity, teamwork, and continuous improvement. With a supportive culture and ambitions to streamline financial processes and build a resilient finance team, this role offers the chance for a motivated professional to make a tangible impact. The successful candidate will benefit from a collaborative working environment, development opportunities, and a chance to contribute directly to key financial operations. What will the Management Accountant role involve? Supporting management with accurate and timely management accounts, ensuring financial data reflects business performance Managing month-end close procedures, including accruals, prepayments, and related activities Supporting transactional finance tasks, contributing to process improvements Communicating effectively with...

Commercial Finance Analyst Location: Uxbridge (Hybrid) Salary: Up to £50,000 Contract: 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract An excellent opportunity has arisen to join a global organisation as a Commercial Finance Analyst. This is not a traditional accounting role. We are seeking a commercially minded finance professional who enjoys analysing financial performance, identifying trends, and providing meaningful insights that support business decision-making. Working closely with senior stakeholders, you will play a key role in analysing margins, profitability, financial performance and key business metrics across the organisation. Key Responsibilities Analyse financial statements and business performance data to identify trends, risks and opportunities. Conduct detailed margin and profitability analysis. Perform financial ratio analysis and KPI reporting. Investigate variances and provide clear commentary and recommendations. Support budgeting, forecasting and business...

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Procurement Coordinator to join a fast growing, innovative organisation on a fixed term contract basis. This role sits within a high performing Contracts & Procurement function, supporting the delivery of key programmes in a fast paced environment. Location: Oxfordshire area - 3 days per week onsite The Role You will support the management of end to end procurement and contract activities, ensuring goods and services are sourced in a cost effective, compliant and efficient manner. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain broad exposure across both procurement and contract management. Key responsibilities include: Supporting procurement planning, sourcing strategies and programme alignment Coordinating purchase orders and supplier onboarding activities Assisting with supplier selection, performance tracking and relationship management Supporting contract administration including documentation, notices and queries Contributing to cost...

Part Qualified Accountant Location: Medway Salary: £50,000 per annum Contract: 6-month Fixed Term Contract (with strong likelihood of becoming permanent) The Role Huntress Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a respected organisation in the Chatham area in the recruitment of a Part Qualified Accountant. This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking finance team, initially on a 12-month fixed term contract, with clear scope for the role to become permanent. You will play a critical role in ensuring accurate rent setting, service charge calculations, and regulatory compliance, helping to maintain financial sustainability while delivering transparency and fairness to residents. Key Responsibilities Calculate, review and issue annual service charge budgets and statements Reconcile estimated vs actual service charge expenditure Respond to resident and internal queries regarding service charges Implement annual rent increases in line with government policy...

Accounts Manager / Senior Bookkeeper – Esher, Surrey £40,000 – £50,000 + Benefits + Parking | Fixed Term Maternity Contract | Hybrid Working | Immediate June or July Start Available Fletcher George is working with a growing, privately owned SME in the health and wellbeing sector to appoint an experienced Accounts Manager / Senior Bookkeeper in Esher, Surrey on a fixed term maternity contract. This role is expected to commence during June or July and will include a structured handover period. Candidates who are immediately available or available at short notice are encouraged to apply. The role offers hybrid working, typically three days in the office and two days working remotely, with parking available. The Role This is a varied and hands-on Accounts Manager / Senior Bookkeeper position suited to someone who enjoys taking ownership of day-to-day finance within a growing SME environment. The successful candidate will manage the ledgers, VAT returns, reconciliations, cash flow...

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...

CMA Recruitment is supporting a global specialist in industrial machinery manufacturing, focused on designing and delivering complex processing equipment and solutions for large-scale manufacturing environments. This is a varied and hands-on role where you’ll play a key part in the finance function, working closely with the Finance Director and wider team. What will the interim Management Accountant role involve? Preparing accurate and timely monthly management accounts Completing and reviewing detailed balance sheet reconciliations, including prepayments, accruals, fixed assets, stock, WIP, debtors, creditors, bank, intercompany balances and customer advances Producing KPI reporting packs for senior management to support decision-making Reviewing key provisions such as stock, warranty and bad debts Assisting with budgeting and forecasting processes Liaising with external auditors and supporting both interim and year-end audit processes Monitoring overheads and tracking...

Job title: Management Accountant (Part Time FTC) Location: Witney Salary: £35,000 (pro rated) Job type: Part Time (25.5hrs a week) Fixed-Term Contract This FTC suits an experienced Accountancy professional who's looking for part time hours, flexible in days and times to be suitable for both you and the company. The role of a Management Accountant will include: Take ownership of the daily finance function, delivering accurate reporting and supporting leadership with commercial and operational insight Prepare monthly management accounts, including P&L reporting, margin analysis, balance sheet reconciliations, and cash flow oversight Lead budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and KPI reporting for directors and department managers Manage statutory compliance, including VAT returns, year end support, and maintenance of strong financial controls and processes Oversee the finance team including the bookkeeper, purchase ledger, sales ledger, payroll inputs, and...

Senior Asset Controller We are seeking a Senior Asset Controller to join a global infrastructure investment fund, focused on renewable energy assets. This role sits between asset management and investment teams, with responsibility for independently reviewing investment cases prior to Investment Committee approval. The successful candidate will combine strong financial and commercial analysis skills with a practical understanding of renewable asset operations and performance. Key Responsibilities:  Review and challenge investment proposals, financial models and underwriting assumptions. Assess operational, commercial and technical risks across renewable energy assets. Evaluate revenue forecasts, O&M strategies, yield assumptions and downside sensitivities. Identify gaps and unmitigated risks ahead of Investment Committee review. Work closely with investment, technical and commercial stakeholders across the transaction process. Candidate Profile:  7–10 years’ experience...

INTERIM GROUP ACCOUNTANT – 3 to 6 months Euston – London Day rate range £300 to £400 per day T2M Resourcing are recruiting an Interim Group Accountant role for a leading software services company. This assignment is INSIDE IR35 and will be for c3-6 months (it is possible that the successful candidate could be offered a permanent position). This hybrid role (3 days in the office / 2 days flexible) is within easy walking distance of London Euston and Kings Cross railway stations! The role requires a technically strong qualified accountant with prior experience of working as a Group Accountant or auditing group companies. We need a candidate who can start quickly as the company year end is 30th June with an external audit process to follow. What will you be doing? The Group Accountant reports to the Group Financial Controller and manages a small team of part qualified staff. The company use Xero accountancy software and make extensive use of Excel. Your responsibilities will include:...

Senior Payroll Manager – EMEA & APAC 📍 London | Hybrid Working 📄 3-Month Contract (Potential Extension/Permanent) 👥 Managing a Team of 2 🔑 Key Responsibilities * Lead payroll operations across approximately 15–18 countries throughout EMEA & APAC * Manage relationships with outsourced payroll providers, ensuring service levels and compliance are maintained * Oversee payroll processing, approvals, controls and reconciliations across multiple jurisdictions * Support internal and external audits, including tax, SOX and compliance reviews * Partner closely with HR, Finance, Benefits, Legal and senior stakeholders * Manage, mentor and develop a small payroll team * Review payroll outputs, identify risks and drive continuous process improvements * Support payroll projects, system enhancements and operational efficiencies * Ensure payroll compliance with local legislation, employment taxes and statutory requirements 👤 Ideal Candidate * Minimum 7...

About the Role Connect2Hackney is looking for a detail-oriented and financially astute Pension Fund Accounts Officer to join the London Borough of Hackney on an interim basis. Hackney is home to a diverse community and a thriving workforce. Behind our people is a robust Pension Fund valued at approximately £2.2 billion. We are looking for a dedicated professional to help steward these assets, ensuring that every penny is accounted for, reconciled, and reported with absolute precision. This is more than just a number-crunching role, it is a chance to work at the heart of the Council's financial reporting, interacting with high-level Fund Managers and supporting our commitment to responsible investment through ESG reporting. What You Will Be Doing Reporting to the Investment & Accounting Manager, you will play a pivotal role in the financial integrity of the Pension Fund. Your core responsibilities will include: Financial Reporting & Accounts Lead the compilation: You...

About the Role Connect2Hackney is looking for a detail-oriented and financially astute Pension Fund Accounts Officer to join the London Borough of Hackney on an interim basis. Hackney is home to a diverse community and a thriving workforce. Behind our people is a robust Pension Fund valued at approximately £2.2 billion. We are looking for a dedicated professional to help steward these assets, ensuring that every penny is accounted for, reconciled, and reported with absolute precision. This is more than just a number-crunching role, it is a chance to work at the heart of the Council's financial reporting, interacting with high-level Fund Managers and supporting our commitment to responsible investment through ESG reporting. What You Will Be Doing Reporting to the Investment & Accounting Manager, you will play a pivotal role in the financial integrity of the Pension Fund. Your core responsibilities will include: Financial Reporting & Accounts Lead the compilation: You...

Are you an ambitious Finance Analyst looking to develop your career with a leading Facilities Management business? We're recruiting for a Finance Analyst to join a high-performing finance team in Greater London on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional to gain exposure to budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, business partnering, and performance analysis within a large and dynamic organisation. The Role   As Finance Analyst, you will play a key role in supporting financial planning, reporting, and operational decision-making across the business. Key responsibilities include: Supporting the Finance Controller with the preparation and consolidation of budgets, forecasts, and business plans. Producing accurate financial reports and performance analysis to support strategic decision-making. Providing meaningful financial insight and interpretation to operational stakeholders. Monitoring...

I am recruiting for a Head of Corporate Finance within a local authority based in London. The role will be a temporary position for 6 months paying up to £700 p/day. The role will be hybrid working. Key duties include To manage the production of the Council's Single entity and Group accounts. To be the primary expert on financial accounting regulations and be the primary advisor on this subject matter to the Council' s statutory section 151 Officer. To hold the day-to-day responsibility for the Council's system of financial controls, ensuring that all key reconciliations are produced monthly, quarterly or yearly depending on their importance and the regularity. To regularly liaise and manage relationships with the External Auditors at a senior level. To manage the end of year capital and asset accounting processes. To manage the financial accounting function and present to directors and councillors on the matter, where appropriate. To ensure that the team provide specialist...

Interim Financial Reporting Manager OUR CLIENT: A leading international real estate investment and development organisation who have a real estate portfolio worth over £25billion globally are looking for an Interim Financial Reporting Manager to join its Finance team. THE ROLE plays a key part in supporting the Finance function, ensuring the timely delivery of statutory accounts, regulatory filings, and audit requirements across a large group structure. The core responsibilities will be to: Prepare annual statutory financial statements for a portfolio of UK entities and make submissions to Companies House. Prepare annual statutory accounts. Be the primary liaison with external auditors, managing audit requests and resolving reporting matters throughout the audit cycle. Support the annual Group Audit and Half-Year Audit processes. Provide technical accounting support to the wider Finance team. THE PERSON: The preferred candidate will: Be ACA/ACCA qualified, with current /...

Senior Revenues & Contracts Officer (Local Taxation) Location: Remote Contract: 43 Weeks Rate: PAYE: £164.59 per day / Umbrella: £216.39 per day IR35: Inside IR35 Start Date: Mid-June 2026 Hours: 35 per week We are currently supporting a large London local authority with the appointment of an experienced Senior Revenues & Contracts Officer to join their Revenues & Benefits function on a long-term contract basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a revenues professional with strong experience across Council Tax and Business Rates administration, contract/performance management, and local taxation legislation. Key Responsibilities * Supporting the management and performance monitoring of the Revenues Service provider * Ensuring maximisation of Council Tax and Business Rates collection performance * Reviewing and authorising Council Tax refunds and carrying out quality assurance checks * Handling disputes, complaints, FOIs, Ombudsman enquiries and member...

AMS is a global workforce solutions partner committed to creating inclusive, dynamic, and future-ready workplaces. We help organisations adapt, grow, and thrive in an ever-evolving world by building, shaping, and optimising diverse talent strategies. Our Contingent Workforce Solutions (CWS) is one of our service offerings. Acting as an extension of their recruitment teams, we connect them with skilled interim and temporary professionals, fostering workplaces where everyone can contribute and succeed. Our client, a major UK retail bank, provides every day banking services to over 17 million retail customers. The banks expertise and services span across Business Services, Corporate banking, Wealth Management, Group Functions, Retail and Investment Banking. On behalf of this organisation, AMS are looking for Risk and Controls Analyst (Market Abuse / Fixed Income) for a 6 month contract operating on a hybrid basis with one day per week in the London office. Purpose of the role:...

The role of Expenses Specialist (Travel & Entertainment) involves managing and processing expenses within the accounting and finance department of a financial services organisation. Based in London, this temporary opportunity offers a chance to contribute to efficient expense handling in a professional setting. Client Details This organisation is a respected name in the financial services industry, operating as part of a small-sized team within the accounting and finance department. They are committed to maintaining high standards in expense management and compliance processes. Description Process travel and entertainment expenses in a timely and accurate manner on Oracle. Ensure compliance with company policies and financial regulations specifically UK VAT. Review and verify expense reports for accuracy and completeness. Assist in resolving discrepancies related to submitted expenses. Communicate effectively with employees to provide guidance on expense policies. Maintain...