37 accounting jobs found in St Albans

Join Our Team as an Assistant Financial Accountant! Location: Hillingdon, Greater London Contract Type: Temporary Are you ready to jump into a rewarding role in the education sector? We're seeking a vibrant and enthusiastic Assistant Financial Accountant to support our financial team in Hillingdon! If you have a passion for numbers and a knack for organization, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Why Join Us? At our institution, we believe in making a difference in students' lives through education. As an Assistant Financial Accountant, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that our financial operations run smoothly, enabling us to provide the best educational experience possible. Plus, you'll be joining a friendly, dynamic team that values collaboration and innovation! What Will You Do? As our Assistant Financial Accountant, you will: Assist in the preparation of financial statements and reports. Support the budgeting process and monitor expenditure. Process...

Systems Accountant - Process & Systems Transformation Day Rate: £(Apply online only) DOE (umbrella) Contract Length: 12 months Location: Harlow (Hybrid - minimum 3 days onsite) Clearance: SC A leading organisation within the defence sector is seeking an experienced Systems Accountant to support a major finance systems transformation programme. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in a large‑scale SAP S/4HANA implementation, working at the heart of a high‑profile change initiative. You'll join a dedicated Process & Transformation team, supporting data migration, ensuring system integrity, and strengthening the organisation's financial systems landscape. This role offers the chance to influence critical systems change and collaborate across multiple business areas. Key Responsibilities Support data migration from SAP ECC to SAP S/4HANA Cleanse, validate and standardise financial data Analyse and map data from legacy systems to new ERP environments...

Commercial Accountant Central London - Office Based Initially 6 Month Contract with Temp to Perm Option Our client, a high‑growth, people‑centric organisation is an ambitious business known for creating premium, service‑led environments where companies feel supported and able to perform at their best. Their focus on exceptional quality, experience, and a genuinely human approach sets them apart, and their entrepreneurial culture offers the kind of pace and opportunity where talented individuals can make a visible impact and grow with the organisation. They are now seeking a commercially sharp, polished finance leader who can combine hands‑on financial leadership with the credibility to engage intelligently with senior stakeholders and potential financiers. Someone as strong in the boardroom as they are in the numbers, bringing commercial instinct, strategic awareness, and professional finesse. Are you a hands‑on commercial operator with strong financial instincts who is ready...

Accountant (SAP FICO) (12 months) ABJ6487 South East £ 47k + Bonus 12 month contract An excellent opportunity has arisen for an SAP FICO-experienced Accountant to join a global organisation in a key finance role. Reporting to the Head of Finance, you’ll play a vital part in ensuring accurate financial reporting, supporting business decisions, and maintaining strong financial controls within a collaborative international team. As an accountant with FICO this role offers strong exposure across finance operations, SAP systems, and cross-functional projects — ideal for a part-qualified or newly qualified accountant looking to broaden experience in a dynamic environment. Key Responsibilities * Record and post financial transactions using SAP ERP (FICO module) * Maintain accurate accounting records, including AP invoices and bank ledgers * Perform monthly bank and intercompany reconciliations * Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes * Manage cash...

Assistant Management Accountant Pertemps Reading are currently recruiting for an Assistant Management Accountant to join a reputable client based in Reading. Hours: 9:00am – 5:30pm, Monday to Friday Working Pattern: 1 day per week hybrid working (4 days in the office) Key Responsibilities for this Assistant Management Accountant will include: Purchase Ledger Management Take ownership of the purchase ledger function, ensuring accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices Review, code and post invoices accurately, maintaining strong financial controls and supporting month-end reporting Perform supplier statement reconciliations, proactively investigating and resolving discrepancies Manage the finance inbox, acting as a key point of contact for supplier queries and internal stakeholders Management Accounts Assist in drafting monthly management accounts for both the UK and Irish entities Prepare journals, accruals, and prepayments Perform balance sheet...

Morgan McKinley is looking for an experienced, part-qualified Management Accountant to work for a company based in the Redhill - Reigate, Surrey area. This is a varied Management Accountant job opportunity to start ASAP on a 12-month fixed-term contract. Support the finance function with month end journals, reconciliations, monthly management accounts, and reporting. Salary: up to £48K Duration: 12 months Location: Hybrid working Management Accountant duties: Preparation of monthly management accounts Oversee the general ledgers Cost analysis Producing financial reports, providing insights and commentary Balance sheet reconciliationsSkills and experience: Experience working in a similar Management Accountant role AAT qualified and ideally Part qualified ACCA / CIMA studier Excellent verbal and written communication skills Good IT skills using ERP systems Attention to detail and numeracy skills

The opportunity to work as a Pensions Accountant for a Local Authority in Bedfordshire. Pensions Accountant – the benefits of this role; * £500-£600 per day, inside IR35. * Initial 6-month contract, subject to any further extensions. * 35 hours per week on average. * Working remotely/ from-home 4 days per week – office presence required a day a week. * Main office based in Bedford. What your day-to-day could look like as a Pensions Accountant? * Timely and accurate payment and submission of pension payovers, court order deductions to HMCTS and salary sacrifice deductions to relevant benefits providers. * Production of robust and auditable monthly working papers supporting pension payovers, court deductions and salary sacrifice benefits. * Monthly Reconciliation of Pension Balance Sheet Code/Control Account (YKR031) ensuring that the closing balance reflects the payover liability for that month. Please note that the job description is current at the date...

We are partnering with a leading global manufacturing company in their search for a Senior Accountant. This is a 6 to 9 months temporary role based in Daventry offering hybrid working and an hourly rate of up to £33 per hour via PAYE for the right candidate. As a Senior Accountant, you will be responsible for the end-to-end accuracy of the department's financial statements. You will identify unusual variances and maintain the organisation's value through strict confidentiality and robust internal controls. You will also be responsible for: Financial Reporting: Prepare general ledger entries, account reconciliations, and full financial statements, including P&L and balance sheets. Analysis & Compliance: Perform detailed analysis of the chart of accounts and respond to inquiries from management and internal/external auditors, including Sarbanes-Oxley groups. Process Improvement: Regularly review internal controls and recommend "best practice" accounting procedures to...

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...

We are recruiting for an Accounts Payable Administrator to join a rapidly growing company based in central St Albans, on a temporary contract until September. You will be responsible for the timely and accurate preparation and loading of invoices and credit notes onto the ledger, allocation of all payments and reconciliation of supplier statements. Pay: £14.36 - £15.39 per hour (£28k-£30k equivalent) Hours: 9am-5pm, Mon-Fri You must be available to start within 1 week. Key responsibilities: * Ensuring all invoices/credit notes are appropriately approved in line with the approval matrix, within agreed deadlines and payment terms * Accurately code post all invoices/credit notes * Ensure all payments are correctly allocated * Ensure all purchase ledger accounts are reconciled with supplier statements/payments * Chasing supplier invoices and resolving discrepancies * Assist with month-end processes To be considered, you will need the following: * Previous Accounts Payable...

NLB Solutions are working with an organisation that are looking to recruit for an Accounts Assistant/Credit Controller to cover maternity cover an 18 month FTC based in St Albans. They would like the successful candidate to have experience of dealing with areas that include credit control and purchase ledger. The opportunity will report into the Management Accountant that has been instrumental in making the team operate effectively and efficiently in the requirements of the business. The role is to work as part of team of 5 and is supported by an individual that offers mentorship and development. The role will need someone proactive and with good communication skills. An individual with at least of 3 years of experience as a minimum is required to make a success of this opportunity. They will offer hybrid working, 4 days from home and 1 day in the office. Duties: * Regular credit control duties * Collection of outstanding debts and accurate allocation of payments *...

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 * 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 * Participate in annual audits * Preparation...

Pension Fund Accounts Officer £400 per day Umbrella / £296.83 per day PAYE Location: London (Hybrid) Contract: Interim to 31/10/2026 IR35: Inside IR35 Start Date: ASAP A London-based local authority is seeking an experienced Pension Fund Accounts Officer to support its Finance & Corporate Resources team on an interim basis. This is a key role within a large and complex Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) environment, supporting the financial reporting and governance of a substantial pension fund portfolio. The successful candidate will bring strong technical accounting expertise, particularly within pension fund accounting and local government finance. Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting & Accounts * Support the production of the Pension Fund Annual Report & Accounts in line with CIPFA requirements * Prepare and review monthly transaction reporting from Fund Managers and investment vehicles * Ensure accurate reflection of holdings and investment...

Please note this a an initial 4 month contract, an immediate start is required. Role: Finance Assistant The Finance Assistant will support the management and monitoring of the financial performance for a key client account. The role involves working closely with the Client Services Finance Business Partner and the wider client services team to provide accurate and timely financial information. Responsibilities will include producing both internal and external financial reports and supporting the delivery of client accounting requirements. Full training will be provided. Key Responsibilities Produce monthly client management packs for presentation to contract managers and the Portfolio Director. Assist with the preparation of monthly departmental management accounts and internal financial review packs for client accounts. Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations. Validate client invoices in line with agreed processes and procedures. Ensure purchase orders are raised and...

Your new company A long‑established financial institution operating across international markets, providing a broad mix of retail, corporate and wealth management services. The organisation supports customers through branch banking, digital platforms, and cross‑border financial solutions, with an emphasis on serving both individuals and businesses in key global financial hubs. Your new role The client is seeking a Finance Officer to join the team on a temporary basis, with the potential to extend based on business needs. Key responsibilities include: Preparing & submitting daily, weekly and monthly H.O. reports. Reporting on the daily LCR report. Checking daily reconciliations. Preparing invoice entries and entering supplier payments through the Faster payment system. Authorising daily T24 entries Preparing Quarterly VAT Returns for all branches and subsidiaries. Assisting with the CAR Report. Monthly and Quarterly BoE Reporting. Assisting with invoices scanning Ad hoc...

Adapro Talent Partners are delighted to have been retained by a growing AIM Listed organisation who are looking to recruit a Head of Financial Control to cover a 14 month period of Maternity Leave. **4 Day Working Week with only 1 Day in Office** Reporting to the Head of Finance, this key position will be responsible for overseeing financial management, internal reporting, planning and financial analysis. Key Responsibilities will include: Financial Reporting * Produce monthly management accounts and finance packs for the Board in relation to financial performance and KPIs * Oversee the month-end, half-year and year-end close processes, ensuring robust reconciliation procedures, accurate journal postings and adherence to reporting timelines. * Produce comprehensive management accounts and financial performance reports (KPIs) providing clear commentary on key variances, trends and underlying drivers of performance. * Ensure the integrity and completeness of the...

Job Title: Finance Manager Location: Liverpool Street, London (Hybrid Working: 2-3 Days in Office) Pay: £30-35 per Hour Contract: Ongoing Position, Minimum 12 Months Hours: Monday - Friday, 10 AM - 6 PM Start Date: Early February Are you a dynamic Finance Manager looking for your next challenge? Our client, a forward-thinking organisation based in London, is on the hunt for an enthusiastic Finance Manager who thrives in a fast-paced, start-up environment. If you're ready to make a significant impact while working with a passionate team, we want to hear from you! Your Role: As the Finance Manager, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing financial operations and ensuring our client's financial health. Your responsibilities will include: Completing month-end reporting and preparing management accounts. Reviewing and preparing financial statements, including balance sheets and P&L. Handling corporate financial requirements, such as updating Companies House and managing...

Pension Fund Accounts Officer - Interim Spencer Clarke Group are working with a North London Borough to appoint an Interim Pension Fund Accounts Officer to support the financial management and reporting of the Council's Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). This role sits within the pension fund finance team and will focus on pension fund accounting, investment reconciliations and financial reporting for a multi-billion pound fund. What's on Offer Rate: £350 - £450 per day Contract: 3-6 months initially Full-time Hybrid working Start: ASAP The Role Reporting to the Investment & Accounting Manager, you will support the financial integrity of the Pension Fund. Key responsibilities: Supporting the production of the Pension Fund Annual Report & Accounts. Managing complex reconciliations and pension fund ledger balances. Monitoring investment transactions and preparing reports for fund managers. Clearing pension fund suspense accounts and maintaining strong...

Morgan Law is currently supporting a London based university recruit for a a Senior Procurement Specialist. Reporting to the Head of Procurement, you will be the driving force behind our Estates Category procurement, leading on end-to-end tendering for major fit-out, construction, and FM projects. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Sourcing: Lead the delivery of sustainable procurement services, from drafting specifications to contract award. Estates Expertise: Manage tenders using industry-standard contracts including JCT and NEC4(FM). Value & Values: Negotiate to deliver maximum value for money while upholding the organisations ethical commitments, including Net Zero. Process Leadership: Champion the eMarketplace for high-volume spend and develop bespoke frameworks. Stakeholder Collaboration: Build strong relationships across Estates, Finance, and Legal teams, and external bodies like LUPC and CCS.Person Specification: Extensive procurement experience specifically within...

Finance Officer – Accounts Receivable Location: London Contract: Temporary (6-months initial) Salary: £23.40 umbrella / £21.14 PAYE Inclusive / £18.86 PAYE Exclusive Start Date: ASAP Contact: (url removed) Job Description Service Care Solutions are recruiting on behalf of a housing association in London for a Finance Officer to join the team on a temporary basis. The postholder will be required to manage and process all aspects of the processing of rental, cash receipts and other income in the Accounts Receivable function. Key Responsibilities Process and allocate all rental income, cash receipts, Housing Benefit payments, and invoices accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring compliance with financial procedures and regulations. Manage account queries, adjustments, reconciliations, and month-end processes, investigating and resolving anomalies efficiently. Liaise with Local Authorities, Housing Benefit departments, Social Services, banks, payment providers,...