57 jobs found in Skelmersdale

Michael Page are recruiting for an immediate start Credit Control position based in South Manchester. Client Details A fantastic well established business based in Manchester. Description Manage customer accounts and oversee payment collections. Ensure invoices are issued accurately and on time. Monitor overdue accounts and follow up with clients to resolve payment issues. Reconcile accounts and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner. Prepare accurate financial reports for management review. Collaborate with the finance team to improve credit control processes. Maintain clear records of communication with customers regarding payments. Assist with ad-hoc tasks as required by the accounting and finance team.Profile A successful Credit Control Clerk should have: Experience in credit control or a related accounting role. Strong attention to detail and organisational skills. Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel. Clear and professional communication skills,...

We are looking to recruit a Council Tax Officer to join our Revenues service and support the effective administration of Council Tax on a remote basis. This role is ideal for someone with experience working in a local authority environment and strong working knowledge of Northgate (NEC) Revenues systems. The Role You will be responsible for the day-to-day administration of Council Tax accounts, ensuring accuracy, compliance with legislation and high standards of customer service. The role involves working closely with colleagues across Revenues and Customer Services to support billing, collection and recovery activity. Key Responsibilities * Administer Council Tax accounts, including new accounts, amendments and closures * Process discounts, exemptions, reductions and changes of circumstances * Issue bills, reminders and notices in line with legislation and council procedures * Undertake recovery action, including reminders, summonses and...

Your new company We are seeking an experienced Assistant Management Accountant to join our finance team in Chorley. This is initially a 6-month temporary contract, with the potential to become a permanentThe successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the business while assisting with the production of accurate and timely management accounts. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and organised finance professional with at least five years' experience in a similar role. Your new role Perform daily banking transactions and complete accurate bank reconciliations. Maintain and update the daily cash flow forecast. Prepare and process weekly and monthly supplier payment runs. Manage and reconcile the company petty cash. Administer company credit cards, including monitoring balances, reconciling expenditure, and ensuring appropriate credit limits are maintained. Raise and process customer sales invoices accurately and...

We are recruiting an experienced Financial Controller to provide maternity cover within a leading pharmaceutical manufacturing organisation. This role is responsible for ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the finance function, maintaining robust financial controls, and supporting business operations throughout the contract period. Working closely with the Finance Director and wider leadership team, the successful candidate will oversee all core financial accounting activities, ensure compliance with internal controls and statutory requirements, and provide accurate financial reporting to support operational and strategic decision-making within a regulated manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities * Lead the day-to-day finance function, ensuring the timely and accurate delivery of all business-as-usual finance activities. * Prepare monthly management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations and financial reports in accordance with reporting deadlines. * Manage...

Assistant Accountant 📍 Warrington (Hybrid Working) | 💰 Up to £35,000 + Study Support | ⏰ Early Finish Fridays Axon Moore are delighted to be partnering with a large, highly successful business in Warrington as they look to appoint an ambitious Assistant Accountant to join their growing finance team. This is an outstanding opportunity for a driven and career-focused individual who is currently studying CIMA, ACCA or AAT, and looking to accelerate their finance career within a supportive and progressive environment. Reporting directly to a talented and highly experienced Financial Controller, you'll receive excellent mentoring and development from day one, gaining exposure across the full management accounts process whilst building a strong foundation for future progression. The Opportunity Joining a well-established finance function, you'll initially take ownership of a high volume of bank reconciliations, making previous bank rec experience essential. As your knowledge and...

Interim Financial Controller | Circa £100,000 | Salford Quays (Hybrid - 1 day in the office) | 6 Month FTC ALF Recruit have been retained exclusively to recruit an Interim Financial Controller for a complex, multi-entity service sector organisation, on an initial 6-month fixed term contract with a genuine view to extend or move permanent. This is a role for someone who genuinely enjoys complexity rather than just coping with it. The group's structure spans multiple trading entities with intercompany dynamics and reporting lines that don't always run in a straight line, and it's still evolving. You'll need an open mind, the ability to run several projects at once without losing grip on the day-to-day numbers, and the stakeholder skills to work across senior leadership, entity-level finance teams and external advisers. What you'll get * Circa £100,000 * 6 month fixed term contract with a genuine view to extend or go permanent * Flexible working - one day a week in the...

Ashberry Recruitment are looking for a Finance Administrator on a temporary basis for a minimum of 3 months for our client based in Blackpool. Role Purpose To provide day-to-day financial and administrative support, ensuring the accurate processing and maintenance of financial records. Key Responsibilities * Process purchase and sales invoices. * Maintain financial records using SAGE. * Reconcile supplier statements and bank accounts. * Assist with payments and general finance administration. * Maintain accurate filing and documentation. * Respond to finance-related queries. Person Specification Essential * Previous finance or accounts administration experience. * Experience using SAGE accounting software. * Good attention to detail and accuracy. * Strong organisational and communication skills. * Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. Desirable * AAT qualification or studying towards AAT. * Experience in a similar finance...

Transactional Accounts Assistant (Maternity Cover) Location: Central Knutsford Salary: £25,000 - £28,000 per annum Contract: Maternity Cover (Fixed-Term – Duration to be Confirmed) Howard James Recruitment is recruiting for an experienced Transactional Accounts Assistant to join a well-established and growing business based in Central Knutsford. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong purchase ledger/accounts payable experience to join a friendly finance team on a maternity cover contract. Key Responsibilities * Process supplier invoices accurately and efficiently. * Liaise with suppliers to resolve invoice and payment queries. * Match purchase orders to invoices and ensure all supporting documentation is attached. * Post invoices and credit notes, ensuring correct coding within the accounting system. * Prepare and reconcile monthly supplier statements. * Respond to internal and external queries via telephone and email. * Prepare and process...

Temporary Role Accounts Assistant Manchester City Centre Fully Office Based - no hybrid 40 Hours per Week £14.90 per hour (up to £31,000 pa) 3 months temporary work to support a busy period within the business Are you an experienced Accounts Assistant looking for a role where you can make a real impact and develop your skills within a busy and growing business? We are recruiting on behalf of an established organisation in Manchester that is looking to add a proactive and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to its finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with previous accounts experience who enjoys working with numbers, solving problems, and supporting the smooth running of day-to-day finance operations. Property sector experience would be an advantage, however we are also keen to hear from candidates with backgrounds in residential services, banking, financial services, or other industries where strong accounts administration skills have been...

Job Title: Interim Capital Programme Accountant Rate: £600 - £700 per day Type: Interim, Full Time Location: Manchester (Hybrid Working) Interim Capital Programme Accountant opportunity for a progressive Local Authority in Greater Manchester on an initial 6-month assignment. Working closely with the senior management team the Interim Capital Programme Accountant will take a lead role in managing the Council's capital programme and treasury management activities. You will provide strategic financial advice, technical accounting expertise, and support the delivery of the Council's long-term financial strategy. Key responsibilities of the role: Lead and coordinate the Council's capital programme, including planning, monitoring, and reporting Lead Treasury Management activities and ensure compliance with relevant legislation and best practice Provide technical accounting expertise across capital financing, asset accounting, and statutory reporting Lead capital programme...

Job Title: Senior Finance Business Partner Rate: £450 - £500 per day Type: Interim, Full Time Location: Manchester (Hybrid Working) An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Interim Senior Finance Business Partner to join a progressive Local Authority in Greater Manchester on an initial 6-month assignment. Reporting to the Head of Finance, the Senior Finance Business Partner will work closely with senior managers and directors to provide expert financial advice, challenge, and decision support. You will play a key role in shaping financial strategy, supporting organisational change, and ensuring long-term financial sustainability across the organisation. Key responsibilities of the role: Provide strategic financial advice and challenge to senior managers and directors Lead financial planning, forecasting, and budget management activities Deliver high-quality business partnering and decision support to senior stakeholders Lead service improvement, governance, and compliance...

My client is a fast-growing retail service provider based in the Cheadle area. They are seeking a 9-month fixed-term position providing maternity cover within the Finance and Operations department. The Management Accountant will take hands-on ownership of the monthly management accounts process and the finance activities required to produce accurate, timely and well-controlled financial information. The role also owns routine customer invoicing and proformas, customer payment receipting and allocation, and the administration and financial control of stock ordering and deliveries. Working closely with the Head of Finance and Operations, the postholder will support agreed system and process changes and make practical suggestions where opportunities are identified. This role is looking for someone who is able to start immediately. Duties of the role will include; * Prepare complete monthly management accounts and supporting schedules to the agreed timetable * Complete...

We are seeking an experienced Credit Controller to join a busy finance team on a six-month fixed-term contract. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys building strong customer relationships, and is focused on achieving cash collection targets. Key Responsibilities * Manage a portfolio of customer accounts, ensuring timely collection of outstanding debts. * Build and maintain positive customer relationships to maximise cash collection. * Record invoice queries accurately and liaise with internal teams to ensure prompt resolution. * Maintain accurate records of customer interactions and payment commitments. * Process debit and credit card payments. * Support cash forecasting by recording payment promises and collection activity. * Work collaboratively with colleagues to resolve complex accounts and improve collection performance. * Prioritise workloads to meet financial targets while delivering excellent...

Are you looking to develop your career within finance? Whether you're currently studying AAT or have built your experience through previous finance roles, this could be an excellent opportunity to join an established organisation and gain valuable experience within a busy Finance team. In the Financial Account Assistant role, you will be: Supporting the preparation of month-end accounts, including journals, accruals and prepayments. Assisting with balance sheet reconciliations to ensure financial information is accurate and up to date. Helping prepare financial information and supporting documentation for internal and external audits. Assisting with capital expenditure reporting and maintaining accurate financial records. Supporting the production of statutory and regulatory financial returns. Working alongside colleagues across the Finance team to deliver an efficient and professional service. Undertaking additional finance and administrative duties as required.  To be...

Management Accountant (Qualified or QBE) - Manufacturing Hybrid Working | Immediate Start | Maternity Cover with Long-Term Potential We're looking for an experienced Management Accountant to join a well-established manufacturing business on an initial maternity cover contract. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is either fully qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or qualified by experience (QBE), with the opportunity for the role to become a longer-term position. The Role You'll play a key role in supporting the finance function, providing accurate management information and partnering with operational teams in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities: Preparation of monthly management accounts Stock accounting and reconciliation Cost accounting and analysis Supporting product costing and Bills of Materials (BOMs) Variance analysis and reporting Business partnering with operational and manufacturing teams Supporting budgeting and...

Axon Moore are supporting a well-established education organisation in the appointment of an Interim Finance Director. The successful candidate will play a key leadership role, working closely with the Senior Leadership Team to provide strategic financial leadership, ensure robust financial management, and oversee key operational functions across the organisation. The key roles and responsibilities for this person will include: Leading the strategic and day-to-day financial management of the organisation, ensuring compliance with all regulatory and statutory requirements Preparing annual budgets, long-term financial forecasts and monthly management accounts to support effective decision making Producing statutory accounts and ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards, funding agreements and governance frameworks Providing financial advice and business partnering support to the Senior Leadership Team and Governors, including presenting at Finance & Risk...

Axon Moore are supporting a large international business based in West Yorkshire in the appointment of a Senior Group Finance Manager. The successful candidate will play a key role within the Group Finance function, supporting senior leadership in delivering high-quality financial reporting, driving process improvements and ensuring robust financial governance across a complex international business. The key roles and responsibilities for this person will include: Delivery and execution of accurate Group consolidated financial and management reporting on a monthly basis Leading the annual Group budgeting process, including consolidation, analysis and reporting Managing Group statutory reporting in accordance with IFRS and supporting the external audit process Overseeing financial reporting, accounting and tax compliance for Head Office holding companies Supporting the implementation and development of financial reporting systems and driving reporting process improvements...

Pay: £13.00-£15.00 per hour Accounts Assistant (Maternity Cover – Fixed Term) Oswestry 3 Days per Week | 9:00am – 3:00pm (flexible days & hours) Fixed Term until 18th December 2026 £13.00 - £15.00 per hour (dependent on experience) A local award-winning organisation is looking for an Accounts Assistant to join their friendly finance team on a fixed-term maternity cover contract. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Accounts Assistant looking for a flexible, part-time role within a supportive and well-established business. The Role You will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day running of the purchase ledger function, ensuring supplier invoices are processed accurately, payments are made on time, and financial records are maintained to a high standard. Key Responsibilities * Processing supplier invoices and generating payments * Reconciling supplier statements and requesting missing invoices * Dealing with invoice queries * Sending...

Sewell Wallis is delighted to be partnering with a well-established and ambitious Leeds-based group as they look to appoint an Interim Group Financial Controller to bridge the gap whilst a permanent appointment is made. This business has recently undergone a merger and requires a technically strong accountant to steer them through the completion accounts phase. This business are soon to embark on an exciting period of organic and acquisition growth so there are plenty of opportunities on the horizon, they're happy to consider an interim contractor for this period or also keen to explore candidates who would also be interested to stay on with them permanently also. The Opportunity Working closely with the CFO and senior leadership team, you'll take ownership of the Group's financial control environment, ensuring reporting is accurate, timely and trusted while developing the governance, systems and processes needed to support an expanding multi-entity business. This role offers...

The Company Our client is a global leader within their sector and operate across multiple sites throughout the UK. They have a superb presence in Leeds and provide expert consultancy-based expertise to a variety of clients worldwide. The Role They are seeking to recruit a Cost Analyst to join their expanding team for an initial 12 month Maternity Cover. This is within one of their specialist units, that helps clients optimise costs and ensure compliance across their property portfolios. This is a data-driven, analytical role focused on reviewing legal documents, interpreting clauses, analysing large datasets, and identifying cost variances. You will work closely with clients and third parties to ensure accuracy, recoverability, and transparency in service charge and insurance expenditure. Therefore, you will need to have previous experience in a corporate setting, speaking with clients, and analysing large data sets. Key responsibilities include: Reviewing invoices, legal...