59 jobs found in Warrington

Job Title:           Assistant Accountant Location:          Warrington (WA1) Pay Rate:           £15 - £20 p/hr (DOE) Shifts:                 Mon - Fri 09:00-17:00hrs (100% office based role) Contract:           Temporary Ongoing We are currently recruiting for an Assistant Accountant for our client to be office based in the Woolston area of Warrington.  As the Assistant Accountant, your duties will be: Review & Approve supplier invoices and payments. Review & Approve Purchase orders. Prepare journal entries. Assist with month-end and year-end close processes. Reconcile balance sheet accounts. Assist with finance administration and finance reconciliations. Processing post received at the office. Generate regular financial reports and management information. Monitor financial transactions to ensure compliance with company policies. Support external and internal audit requirements by providing documentation and explanations. Maintain accurate financial...

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...

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...

Accounts Payable Specialist - Immediate Start Manchester City Centre Up to £30,000 The Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join a fast-paced retail business based in Manchester City Centre. This role will support the finance team with the day-to-day running of the purchase ledger, with a particular focus on high-volume processing and stock-related invoices. Key Responsibilities Processing high volumes of purchase invoices, including stock and supplier invoices Matching, batching, and coding invoices against purchase orders and goods received notes Reconciling supplier statements and investigating discrepancies Managing supplier queries and building strong working relationships Supporting weekly BACS payment runs Assisting with month-end processes including accruals and reporting Ensuring accurate recording of stock-related transactions within the finance system Supporting with data integrity and maintaining accurate financial records...

Group Financial Controller – SaaS Location: Manchester (Hybrid) Contract: 12 Months Rate: £400–£500 per day IR35: Outside IR35 We're recruiting an experienced Group Financial Controller to join a fast-growing, PE-backed SaaS business on a 12-month contract. Reporting to the CFO, you'll lead Group financial reporting and controls across a multi-entity, multi-currency environment while supporting continued growth and acquisitions. Key Responsibilities * Lead monthly Group consolidations across 4–5 entities. * Prepare consolidated financial statements and management accounts. * Ensure compliance with IFRS, FRS 102 and UK GAAP. * Manage statutory reporting and external audits. * Support Board and investor reporting. * Drive finance process improvements and ERP implementation. * Support M&A activity and post-acquisition integration. Requirements * ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified. * Proven Group Financial Controller or Group Reporting experience. *...

Finance Controller | Retail | Interim Contract | Manchester | £500–£550 per day We are currently supporting a leading business in the search for an experienced Finance Controller to join on an interim day rate contract in Manchester. This is a key role within the finance function, supporting financial control, reporting, and commercial decision-making during a period of change. Retail experience would be beneficial but is not essential. The ideal candidate will have strong interim experience and the ability to quickly integrate into a fast-paced environment and deliver immediate impact. Key Responsibilities: * Lead month-end close process and ensure accurate and timely financial reporting * Prepare management accounts and detailed variance analysis * Maintain strong financial controls and compliance standards * Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow reporting * Partner with commercial and operational teams to support decision-making * Drive improvements...

Management Accountant – 6 Month FTC 📍 Liverpool (Hybrid – 3 days office / 2 WFH) 💰 Competitive package Full-time 40 hours flexible At Liberty, we’re looking for a qualified Management Accountant (ACCA/CIMA or equivalent) to join our Finance team on a 6-month fixed-term contract, supporting regional operations and delivering key financial insight at our Liverpool office. The Role You’ll take ownership of month-end processes for your region, including forecasting, accruals, and prepayments, while partnering closely with operational leads to drive performance and support decision-making. What We’re Looking For Min 3–5 years’ experience in a finance/management accounting role Qualified Accountant CIMA, ACCA or ACA Finance Manager experience (advantageous) Strong stakeholder engagement and commercial awareness What’s on Offer Immediate start available Hybrid working with some travel Opportunity to make an impact in a newly created role If you’re a proactive finance...

My client is a logistics firm looking for a Payroll & Benefits Analyst. Working across 3 payrolls and working with a friendly, lively team you will be working on SAP on a hands on basis running a high volume payroll as well as payrolling flexible benefits and having a good working knowledge of benefits. Job Description Working as the Payroll & Benefits Analyst, you will be responsible for the joint running of 3 payrolls totalling around 1500. This role requires checking payroll before the pay run and correcting any discrepancies ahead of running payroll. The role would suit someone who has used SAP previously. Responsibilities End to end processing of monthly payrolls Analyse pre-payroll reports, reconciling discrepancies ahead of preparing final payroll authorisation Manual Calculations Handling all pay queries Inputting working hours and deductions to system P45's,P60's, P11d's HMRC & RTI submissions Ensure monthly payroll information, including overtime and...

Join a collaborative finance team and play a key role in ensuring UK VAT compliance within a leading pharmaceutical organisation. Proclinical is seeking a UK VAT Accountant to join a dynamic team in Chester, UK. This role focuses on managing VAT compliance and reporting processes within the pharmaceutical industry. The position offers a hybrid work schedule, allowing for a balance between office and home-based work. Responsibilities: Prepare and submit accurate VAT returns in compliance with UK regulations. Reconcile VAT accounts and ensure timely resolution of discrepancies. Collaborate with internal teams to provide VAT-related guidance and support. Monitor changes in VAT legislation and assess their impact on the organization. Assist in audits and liaise with tax authorities as required. Maintain detailed records and documentation to support VAT filings. Key Skills and Requirements: Strong knowledge of UK VAT regulations and compliance processes. Proficiency in financial...

Temporary Role Accounts Assistant Manchester City Centre Fully Office Based - no hybrid 40 Hours per Week £13.45 per hour 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 developed. Duties:...

Financial Accountant (Temp to Perm) Location: Heywood, Greater Manchester (1 day working from home per week) Contract: Temporary (Minimum 3 months) with potential to become permanent Hours: 40 hours per week About the Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Financial Accountant to join a global manufacturing business at a critical time. this position will be offered at first on a temporary basis, with the intention of becoming permanent. This is a hands-on role requiring an experienced accountant who can work independently from the outset with minimal supervision. The successful candidate will be confident, proactive and comfortable taking ownership of their work, while analysing large volumes of financial data and supporting the wider finance function across a broad range of financial accounting activities. If you're looking for a role where you can make an immediate impact and become a trusted member of the finance team, this is an excellent...

I am recruiting for a Purchase & Sales Ledger Administrator for a very well-established and highly reputable business in Congleton. In this role, you will be required to assist with the activities involved in the operating of a busy Accountants. Duties * Raise and send invoices * Examining time reports to assist with evaluation of productivity * Send clients statements, * Quarterly payroll bills * 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 * General admin duties as required 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 attention to detail is vital to ensure the accuracy of the...

Payroll Assistant (12-Month Fixed-Term Contract – Maternity Cover) Salary: £24,500 per annum Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 3:00pm We are looking for a reliable and organised Payroll Assistant to join our busy team on a 12-month fixed-term contract to provide maternity cover. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong administrative skills and an eye for detail to support the smooth running of payroll operations in a fast-paced logistics environment. Key Responsibilities * Accurately process and verify drivers' working hours. * Collate and input agency workers' timesheets. * Assist with the preparation and administration of weekly payroll. * Resolve payroll queries in a timely and professional manner. * Maintain accurate payroll records and employee information. * Liaise with managers to ensure timesheets and payroll information are submitted correctly and on time. * Carry out general payroll administration and filing. * Support the...

We are looking for a motivated and organised Finance & Payroll Assistant to join a friendly finance team on a temp-to-perm basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with payroll, finance or accounts administration experience who is looking to join a supportive business and develop their career further. You'll play a key role in supporting the payroll process while also gaining exposure to wider finance duties within a busy team. What's on Offer: * Temp-to-permanent opportunity * £13.00 - £14.00 per hour * Full-time, office-based (37.5 hours per week) * Supportive finance team with opportunities to develop * Varied role combining payroll and accounts responsibilities Duties and Responsibilities: * Supporting the end-to-end payroll process, including timesheets, employee records and payroll administration * Maintaining accurate payroll and financial records * Assisting with payroll queries and ensuring employee information is kept up to date...

The opportunity We are recruiting an experienced, hands-on Financial Controller or Finance Manager to join an established manufacturing business in Blackburn. The company has an annual turnover of approximately £10 million, employs around 60 people and is entering an important period of financial improvement and development. The existing finance structure includes ledger clerks alongside the support of a Fractional Finance Director. The successful candidate will initially join on a temporary basis for three months. However, there is a strong likelihood that the position will develop into a permanent appointment with progression to FD over time. Immediate availability is essential, or you must be able to start at very short notice. The role Your immediate priority will be to lead the implementation of Sage 50, ensuring the system is correctly established and capable of supporting accurate, timely financial reporting. Alongside the Sage 50 implementation, you will introduce...

Your new company We are currently recruiting for a Credit Controller to join a leading UK business specialising in decarbonisation, district heating, energy generation, and energy infrastructure solutions. Due to increased workload, the company is seeking an experienced individual to support their finance team on a 3-month temporary basis.This is an excellent opportunity for a confident Credit Controller who enjoys building customer relationships, resolving payment queries, and reducing aged debt. Your new role Managing a portfolio of customer accounts and ensuring payments are collected in line with agreed terms. Chasing outstanding invoices via telephone, email, and written correspondence. Investigating and resolving customer payment queries. Allocating cash receipts and reconciling customer accounts. Monitoring aged debt and producing regular reports. Maintaining accurate customer account records. Working closely with internal departments to resolve account discrepancies....

Your new company A growing and well-established real estate business based in Preston is seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Assistant Accountant to join its finance team on a 6-month temporary contract.This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional looking to develop their accounting experience within a supportive and fast-paced environment. Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will play a key role in the day-to-day running of the finance function while supporting month-end and management accounts processes. Your new role Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts Bank reconciliations and balance sheet reconciliations Process purchase and sales ledger transactions Support month-end and year-end procedures Monitor cash flow and prepare financial reports as required Assist with accruals and prepayments Maintain accurate financial records and ensure data integrity Support VAT returns and other statutory reporting requirements...

The opportunity We are recruiting an experienced, hands-on Finance Manager or Financial Controller to join an established manufacturing business in Blackburn. The company has an annual turnover of approximately £10 million, employs around 60 people and is entering an important period of financial improvement and development. The existing finance structure includes ledger clerks alongside the support of a Fractional Finance Director. The successful candidate will initially join on a temporary basis for three months. However, there is a strong likelihood that the position will develop into a permanent appointment with progression to FD over time. Immediate availability is essential, or you must be able to start at very short notice. The role Your immediate priority will be to lead the implementation of Sage 50, ensuring the system is correctly established and capable of supporting accurate, timely financial reporting. Alongside the Sage 50 implementation, you will introduce...

Payroll Administrator Location: Longton, Stoke-on-Trent Job Type: Temporary to Permanent Salary: Dependent on Experience (DOE) We are currently recruiting for an experienced Payroll Administrator to join a busy and growing business based in Longton, Stoke-on-Trent. This is an excellent temp-to-perm opportunity for someone with previous payroll experience who is looking to become part of a supportive and professional team. The Role As a Payroll Administrator, you will be responsible for ensuring payroll is processed accurately and on time while providing administrative support to the HR and finance functions. You will be working with payroll and HR systems to maintain employee records and ensure compliance with current legislation. Key Responsibilities Process weekly and monthly payroll accurately and within deadlines. Maintain employee payroll records and update personal information as required. Calculate statutory payments including SSP, SMP and holiday pay. Process...

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...