135 jobs found in Stockport

Job Title: Finance / Accounting Specialist Location: Leicester, Groby Pay Rate: £22 per hour Contract: 6 months, Start ASAP Description: We are seeking a Finance/Accounting Specialist to provide general accounting support and assist with month-end close activities. The role includes journal entries, account reconciliations, and payment processing across multiple entities and bank accounts. The ideal candidate will work independently, ensure accuracy, and recommend process improvements. Key Responsibilities: Support month-end close while meeting LCD+3 deadlines Prepare and post journal entries Perform account reconciliations Process payments across 25 bank accounts / 7 legal entities Resolve misdirected payments and banking issues from BR HQ Apply Enterprise Standards, SOPs, and Process Maps to ensure compliance Identify and recommend improvements to existing processesRequired Qualifications: Bachelor's degree OR + 4 years finance experienceDesired Skills & Attributes:...

Finance Specialist - Accounting Operations 📍 Leicester (Office-Based) ⏳ Contract | Inside IR35 🕒 37.5 hours per week We are currently recruiting for a Finance Specialist - Accounting Operations to join a well-established global engineering and technology organisation on a contract basis. This role will support a busy finance function during a key integration period and offers the opportunity to work within a structured, professional accounting environment. The Role Working as part of the Accounting Operations team, you will provide hands-on support across month-end close and day-to-day accounting activities, helping the team achieve accelerated close deadlines while maintaining accuracy and compliance. Key Responsibilities Provide general accounting support during month-end close activities Prepare and post journal entries Perform account reconciliations Support month-end close processes and reporting Interpret and apply enterprise standards, SOPs and process maps...

This role has an expected duration of 12 months for an experienced qualified/part qualified accountant with experience of preparing year end statutory accounts and ideally working under IFRS regulations. THE BENEFITS: £22.25 per hour, free on-site parking and excellent cafeteria facilities. THE ROLE: This role has an expected duration of 12 months and will be an added resource to the team. The role will include preparing year end statutory accounts and assisting with UK statutory and group audits. Month end accounting activities, completing multiple balance sheet reconciliations to an agreed timescale, providing assistance with the wider financial accounting duties and ad hoc projects as and when required. THE CANDIDATE: The successful applicant could be a qualified or part qualified ACA/ACCA accountant with previous experience of preparing year end statutory accounts and ideally working under IFRS regulations. A keen eye for detail is essential as is a high standard of systems...

Financial Accounting Analyst - Immingham – up to £46,000 Chase & Holland are very excited to be working with one of Imminghams most prestigious companies in finding a Financial Accounting Analyst for a 12 month contract. This is a great opportunity in a well-respected and successful business. You will be responsible for financial accounting activities and supporting the preparation of statutory accounts and audit for multiple UK entities.   Financial Accounting Analyst Responsibilities: Assistance with the preparation of year end statutory accounts for several entities Assistance with UK statutory and group audits Completion of multiple balance sheet reconciliations Month end accounting activities Completion of various periodic internal and external (OFNS) questionnaires Assistance with wider financial accounting team responsibilities when required and undertaking ad-hoc accounting projectsRequired Skills & Experience: Later stages PQ or qualified accountant with...

Senior Analyst - Accounting and Reporting £500 per day – 6 month - Luton – Hybrid – outside IR35 The Senior Analyst - Accounting and Reporting to support the deployment of strategic business improvements through the S/4HANA global transformation.  The Senior Analyst - Accounting and Reporting will act as a central point for transitioning from ECC to S/4 with regards to accounting & reporting.  Typical Accountabilities: The Senior Analyst - Accounting and Reporting will be the source of knowledge in one or more areas of Finance as we transition between design & deployment Prioritises business improvement issues and delivers own business improvement findings and recommendations to a cross-functional team, specifically covering the creation of the finance, accounting and reporting process Working with the design solution for general accounting and reporting to exploit standard SAP S/4 HANA functionality Collaborate with the data team as we transition from one data...

Financial Accounting Manager Financial Accounts Manager Annual Report & Accounts (ARA) Manager Senior Financial Reporting Lead Technical Finance LeadLocation: London Up to £580/day Inside IR35 100% REMOTE About the Role We are seeking an experienced and forward‑thinking Financial Accounting Manager to play a pivotal leadership role within our Financial Accounting team. This team is responsible for three core functions: a) delivering audited financial statements; b) facilitating the external audit; and c) providing high‑quality technical accounting advice across the organisation. As Financial Accounting Manager, you will provide strong leadership to the existing team and act as a trusted technical expert across finance and the wider business. You will work closely with senior stakeholders in NE and across business areas, as well as our external auditors. You will build strong professional relationships, oversee the development and management of our accounts and audit...

Ref: 23274 MW Title: Accounting Associate Manager (Japanese speaker) Salary: GBP 40-45K (depends on experience) Location: London Status: 1 year FTC Accounting Associate Manager - Responsibilities: * Prepare management accounts, journal entries input, bank reconciliation and consolidation package. * Liaise with external auditor and tax advisor to prepare statutory accounts and tax return. * Oversee payments and invoicing procedure. * Assist in internal control assessment and improvement. * Prepare annual budget and update forecast on a regular basis. * Analyse the variance between budget, actual result and forecast, monitor budget achievement progress. * Support business team in asset management and project development. * Prepare board meeting materials, documents filing and other corporate related administrative matters. * Assist in general administrative duties for team members as appropriate. Accounting Associate Manager - Requirements: *...

Are you an experienced Credit Controller looking for a 6 month fixed term contract. Then this could be the opportunity for you! As a result of a recent acquisition, we are looking for a Credit Controller to work with a small collaborative team. This will be the ideal opportunity for someone that enjoys a challenge as the business has recently implemented new processes and technology to support the workflow. This role is Hybrid 2 days in th office Responsibilities:his * Proactively chasing payment of AR balance for allocated customer portfolio * Log chasing comments in the accounting system on all communication with customer. * Disputes Management - Raise queries/disputes to sales/client services contacts and monitor and chase closure accordingly * Liaising with Operation/Sales Managers on all matters in relation to Credit & Collections. * Blocking accounts as per process and escalation * Ensure the issue of copy invoices and appropriate invoice backup...

A longstadning manfuacturing company in Greater Manchester is going through a period of change and is seeking an experienced Interim Management Accountant to provide immediate, hands-on support across operations and finance. Key Responsibilities * Own the month-end close and production of timely, accurate management accounts * Maintain financial control across manufacturing operations, ensuring accuracy and continuity during transition * Prepare and analyse costing, margins, variances, and KPIs (including labour, overheads, and materials) * Review and improve processes around inventory, WIP, BOMs, and stock valuation * Partner closely with operations, production, and supply chain teams to support decision-making * Pick up urgent BAU finance activities and support change initiatives * Support audit preparation and queries, including stock counts and valuation methodologies * Identify and implement practical...

Interim Senior Financial Accountant £400 to £500 p/day Interim, Full time North West (hybrid/remote working) Interim Senior Financial Accountant opportunity to add value to an evolving Local Authority in the North West for a 6 to 9 -month interim assignment. As the Interim Senior Financial Accountant you will support the Head of Finance over and through the year end close down period: Key responsibilities of the Interim Senior Financial Accountant: Provide essential year‑end support, ensuring all financial statements are compliant with the CIPFA Code of Practice and outputs meet external audit standards and organisational requirements. Review and quality‑check working papers, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and audit readiness. Coordinate and maintain the year‑end timetable, working closely with internal teams to ensure all deadlines and deliverables are met. Lead the preparation and management of the Comprehensive Income & Expenditure Statement, MiRs and supporting...

Management Accountant | SME 3 Month FTC | Project Irlam | Manchester | Hybrid working Flexi Hours | Parking onsite Up to £45,000 depending on experience Our client is seeking an immediately available, experienced Management Accountant to support their finance team over a three-month period during a very busy year-end. A key part of this role is taking ownership of bank reconciliations, so strong experience in this area is essential. If you enjoy being hands-on, asking the right questions, and producing management accounts that truly drive business decisions, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. The Role - What You'll Be Doing Balance sheet reconciliations with clear ownership and control Preparation of weekly performance reports with insightful analysis and commentary Supporting of the month‑end management accounts process Posting prepayments and accruals Management of Fixed Assets including depreciation postings Regular review of business costs, challenging...

Management Accountant | SME 3 Month FTC | Project Support Irlam | Manchester | Hybrid working Flexi Hours | Parking onsite Up to £45,000 depending on experience Our client is seeking an immediately available, experienced Management Accountant to support their finance team over a three-month period during a very busy year-end and following the transition to their new system Dynamics 365. The Role - What You'll Be Doing Balance sheet reconciliations with clear ownership and control Support in preparation of weekly performance reports with insightful analysis and commentary Supporting of the month‑end management accounts process Posting prepayments and accruals Management of Fixed Assets including depreciation postings Regular review of business costs, challenging and improving cost control Partnering with teams across the business to ensure all costs are captured accurately Daily update and ownership of the cashflow forecast Preparation of quarterly VAT returns for...

I am recruiting for a Purchase & Sales Ledger Administrator or a very well-established and highly reputable business in Congleton. Initially for maternity cover there is a strong possibility of the role becoming permanent for the right person. In this role, you will be required to assist with the activities involved in the operating of a busy Accountants. These will include * Maintaining purchase ledger * Invoice Processing * Supplier Reconciliation * Match payments to Supplier invoices. * Handling any queries with suppliers * Prepare, balance & assist with VAT return quarterly * Filing invoices and statements * Raise bills and send invoices * Send clients statements, * Quarterly payroll bills * General admin duties as require This role calls for someone with a professional and efficient manner with good communication skills. Strong administration abilities are also essential with a good all round knowledge of Microsoft systems. A high level of...

Accounts Assistant (12-Month Fixed Term Contract) required for a Global Engineering and Manufacturing leader, with over 20 worldwide locations employing 1000 + staff. This employer is recognised globally for quality and innovative deliverables. The successful Accounts Assistant will be easily able to commute to HUDDERSFIELD from surrounding towns & cities, including Leeds, Dewsbury, Halifax, Wakefield and Brighouse. Key Responsibilities of the Accounts Assistant will include: Process purchase invoices into the companies ERP system Manage the automated invoice scanning software Process invoices and chase queries and approvals Monitor Accounts Payable and Receivable inboxes and respond in a timely manner Maintain dialogue and build relationships with credit control staff with suppliers and customers Post bank statements, allocate payments and receipts daily Support with preparing BACS payment runs for suppliersFor the Accounts Assistant role, we are keen to receive CV's from...

Credit Controller – 18 Month Fixed-Term Contract Our client is currently seeking an experienced Credit Controller to join their finance team on an 18-month fixed-term contract. This is a great opportunity for a confident and organised individual with strong credit control experience. Key Responsibilities * Managing customer accounts and maintaining accurate ledgers * Proactively chasing outstanding debt by phone and email * Investigating and resolving invoice and payment queries * Allocating payments and reconciling customer accounts * Producing aged debt reports and supporting month-end activities * Liaising with internal departments to ensure timely resolution of issues The Ideal Candidate * Proven experience in a credit control or accounts receivable role * Excellent communication and negotiation skills * Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines * Comfortable working...

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...

Payroll Administrator Preston based £20.59 an hour Umbrella Inside IR35 18 Month Contract initially. This is a great opportunity to work within one of the UK's leading Defence organisations based In Preston. Hybrid working. Core duties * Responsible for the timely and accurate preparation and processing of high volume and complex Payrolls in line with SLA's and HMRC leglislation. * Responsible for logging any advances, errors and overpayments and reporting any known issues/defects to a Payroll Team Manager for timely review. * Play a key role in ensuring that all work instructions and processes regularly reviewed and and remain compliant with governance and audit procedures. Proactively escalate any discrepancies or changes required. * Support with the continuous improvement initiative, highlighting new ideas and better ways of working. * Responsible for the regular review of all Finance reconciliation items for your areas of responsibility. * Support with...

Part-time Accounts Payable Assistant | Location: Crewe | Salary: up to £25k FTE + bonus (up to 10%) | 12-month Fixed Term Contract | 22.5 hours per week, 5 days Monday to Friday with some flexibility around start and finish times within core business hours. 25 days holiday plus 8 UK bank holidays (including Christmas shutdown) We have an exciting opportunity for a 12-month Fixed Term Accounts Payable Assistant to join a growing consultancy business based in their Crewe office. This role will support the wider finance function by ensuring the accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices and payments, maintaining accurate financial records, and responding to supplier and internal queries, whilst ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures. This role would suit candidates with experience as an Accounts Payable Assistant, Purchase Ledger Assistant, Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant or Accounts Administrator. Accounts Payable Assistant – Candidate...

Job Title: Accounts Payable Supervisor Location: Rishton, Blackburn Pay: £18-19 per hour (£35,000 per year) Contract: Temp to Perm Start Date: As soon as possible Working Hours: Monday to Friday, Full-time office based Work Pattern: 7am - 5:30pm - colleagues can choose from three shifts on, discussion for post interview stage. Parking: Yes The Accounts Payable Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operation of the Accounts Payable function, ensuring the accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices. This role includes the management and leadership of a team of approximately 12 Accounts Payable staff, supporting efficient processes, strong controls, and high service standards. Key Responsibilities Lead, supervise, and support the Accounts Payable team, including workload allocation, day-to-day guidance, and performance management. Oversee the processing of high-volume purchase orders and invoices (circa 2,000+ per month), ensuring accuracy and...

Sewell Wallis is partnering with a dynamic business located in Sheffield, South Yorkshire. Due to continued growth, they are seeking to appoint an Accounts Assistant on a temporary basis. This is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate. The successful applicant will be an experienced Accounts Assistant with approximately three or more years' experience in bank reconciliations, as well as purchase and sales ledger duties. What will you be doing? Maintaining the sales ledger and purchase ledger to a high standard and deal with queries promptly. Allocating payments and chase any required refunds. Assisting with credit control as and when required. Process statements and reminder letters when required. Checking, amending and processing monthly and daily invoices. Taking ownership of back order (Work in Progress) and ensuring timely raising of invoices or issues. Posting supplier invoices correctly, within the required period and challenging unexpected invoices. Checking and...