35 data officer jobs found

Payment Officer Location: Hybrid basis - 2 days per week onsite at Rugby Town Hall Hours: 37 hours per week, 9am - 5pm, Monday - Friday Pay: £13.47 per hour PAYE Contract Length: 2 months, temporary basis About the Role Opus People Solutions are recruiting on behalf of our Client, Rugby Borough Council, for a detail?oriented Payment Officer to support a busy finance team on a temporary basis. You will ensure accurate processing of payments, invoices, cash, and financial records while providing support across various financial functions. Key Responsibilities Process and distribute invoices. Prepare bank payments and cheques for various council services. Resolve returned or cancelled payments. Set up new suppliers and update records. Handle petty cash, including balancing and recouping. Support internal and external customer queries. Chase outstanding invoices and GRN tasks. Raise and cancel purchase orders. Maintain CIS records and submit returns to HMRC. Process ad hoc cash...

Senior Payroll Officer Location: Guildford Hybrid - Temporary up to 3 months Pay: £290 a day If you’re an experienced payroll professional who thrives on accuracy, problem‑solving and improving how things work, this could be your next step. We’re looking for a Senior Payroll Officer to play a central role in delivering a seamless payroll and benefits service for colleagues at a local council. You’ll lead monthly payroll processing, guide colleagues, strengthen our controls, and help shape a consistent, modern payroll service across both organisations. It’s a role for someone who enjoys variety, ownership and collaboration. In this role, you will: • Lead the full monthly payroll cycle using iTrent and Business World. • Ensure all changes—new starters, leavers, pay updates, overtime and deductionsare processed accurately and on time. • Manage statutory processes including PAYE, NI, auto‑enrolment, statutory payments and court orders. • Maintain high‑quality payroll data and support...

Role: Payroll Officer Location: Peterborough Duration: 2 months (8 weeks) Salary: Up to £400 UMB per day (Dependant on experience) Sellick Partnership is exclusively recruiting a Payroll officer to join our reputable public sector organisation based in Peterborough. The ideal candidate will be able to effectively provide an efficient, accurate and timely payroll service. The duties of the Payroll Officer include: Assisting with performing all duties relating to the payment of salaries, and allowances including statutory and occupational pay scheme, allowances, and related deductions Maintaining all necessary records and input new employee records in preparation for running payroll Actively participate in the end-to-end payroll function Assisting with the completion of organisational and statistical returns relating to payroll information Support the development and maintenance of the HR and Payroll system, ensuring it is fit for purpose Work with the manager to provide a...

Payroll Consultant (Fully Remote/Temporary Assignment) Location: Fully remote Rate: £16 to £20 per hour PAYE dependent on experience Contract: Ongoing temporary assignment Reed Accountancy are supporting a South West based employer who is looking for an experienced Payroll Officer to join them on an ongoing temporary basis. This role is fully remote and supports UK payroll for circa 150 employees in partnership with an outsourced payroll provider. You will be responsible for managing and preparing payroll data, ensuring accuracy across all information provided to the external provider, and supporting the wider payroll function. This role suits someone who is comfortable adapting to different payroll systems and processes. Experience with Workday would be highly advantageous. Key Responsibilities Supporting end to end UK payroll processing for approximately 150 employees Preparing, validating and submitting payroll data to an outsourced payroll provider Managing day to day...

About the Role We are looking for an experienced and customer-focused Council Tax Officer to join our Revenues & Benefits team. You will play a key role in the accurate administration and collection of Council Tax, helping to deliver an efficient, fair, and responsive service to our residents. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with local authority Council Tax experience who is confident using Academy Systems and understands the importance of balancing income collection with high-quality customer care. Key Responsibilities * Administer Council Tax accounts, including liability, discounts, exemptions, premiums, and reliefs * Process changes of circumstance and maintain accurate Council Tax records * Issue bills, adjustments, reminders, final notices, and statutory correspondence * Provide clear and professional advice to customers via telephone, email, correspondence, and face-to-face where required * Support the recovery...

The Billing Specialist will oversee the preparation, processing, and management of client invoices within the professional services industry. This role requires a keen eye for detail and a strong legal background in accountancy and finance. Client Details International law firm that focuses exclusively on high-stakes disputes and complex commercial litigation. The firm acts for major corporate clients and operates across multiple global offices, with a reputation for handling sophisticated, high-value matters. Description The key responsibilities for this Billing Specialist role will be: Prepare, review, and process accurate client invoices in a timely manner. Maintain and update billing records and ensure compliance with company policies. Collaborate with internal teams to resolve billing discrepancies effectively. Monitor outstanding accounts and follow up on overdue payments. Provide detailed reporting and analysis of billing data to management. Assist in the implementation...

Part-Time Bookkeeper – Leicester (Hybrid Working Available) Up to £30,000 pro rata Temporary initially, with Potential for Permanent We are recruiting a Part-Time Bookkeeper to join a fast-growing organisation based in Leicester city centre. This is a temporary opportunity for 2-3 months initially, with strong potential to become permanent.  It is ideal for an experienced finance professional who enjoys supporting a growing business. With transaction volumes rising, the finance team requires additional support to strengthen credit control, improve cash flow, and ensure accurate, well-maintained ledgers. Key Responsibilities: Managing credit control and reducing debtor days Processing high-volume sales invoices Allocating payments and reconciling accounts Cleaning up and organising financial ledgers Supporting the preparation of management accounts Assisting with an upcoming system migration to Xero About You: Proven experience in credit control and bookkeeping Confident...

Job Title: Income Officer (Temporary Contract) Location: Nottinghamshire Contract: 6 Months Hours: Full-Time (37 hours per week) Start Date: ASAP Overview: We are currently recruiting for an experienced and motivated Income Officer to join a busy housing team on a 6-month temporary contract. This role focuses on supporting effective income collection and helping residents sustain their tenancies through early intervention and financial support. Key Responsibilities: * Manage rent accounts across a designated portfolio of properties * Monitor arrears and take appropriate action in line with policies and procedures * Contact tenants regarding overdue payments and agree repayment arrangements * Provide advice and guidance on rent, benefits, and financial support options * Liaise with external agencies to support residents with financial difficulties * Prepare documentation for legal action where necessary * Maintain accurate records and update housing and income...

Payroll Manager – Hull – Up to £40,000 Chase & Holland are proud to be supporting a large, well-established organisation in Hull who are seeking an experienced and motivated Payroll Manager to lead the delivery of a high-quality, compliant and efficient payroll service across the organisation and its subsidiaries. This role will operate on a full-time, temporary basis for a minimum of 10 weeks. This is an excellent opportunity for a payroll professional who thrives in a customer-focused environment and is passionate about accuracy, compliance and continuous improvement. As Payroll Manager, you will take full responsibility for the day-to-day management of the payroll function, ensuring all payments are processed accurately and on time, and in line with statutory regulations and internal policies. You will play a key role in maintaining the integrity, security and ongoing development of payroll systems and processes. Benefits: Hybrid working and flexibility on...

Senior Accountancy Technician Crewe, Cheshire 12-month post Hybrid A senior finance role where your expertise shapes real-world decisions. We’re seeking an experienced Senior Accountancy Technician to provide high-quality financial support across a range of services. You’ll work closely with managers, lead on budgets and reporting, and help ensure resources are managed effectively and in line with statutory requirements. Key responsibilities * Lead on capital and revenue budgeting, ensuring compliance with financial regulations * Provide clear financial analysis and professional advice to operational and senior managers * Prepare financial data and reports to support informed decision-making * Maintain and develop financial and accounting systems, including final accounts and statutory returns * Monitor performance against budgets and targets, supporting timely corrective action * Build effective working relationships with schools, clients, suppliers and...

Belmont Recruitment are currently looking for an Assistant Accountant to join Cheshire East Council on a 12 month contract. This is a full-time role working 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Key Responsibilities * Support the delivery of the annual budget cycle, including budget setting, forecasting, and year-end accounts * Provide financial advice and support to operational managers * Monitor and analyse budgets, producing financial reports and variance analysis * Assist with statutory returns, grant claims, and financial reporting * Collate, analyse, and interpret financial data to support business decision-making * Support the development and maintenance of financial systems and processes * Work collaboratively with finance colleagues and service areas to ensure effective financial control Essential Requirements * Experience working in a finance or accountancy environment * Experience providing...

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Financial Accountant to act as Finance Integration Project Lead to oversee a the integration of a new entity and support the wider finance team during a period of increased project work and the resultant additional support with BAU activities.  What will the Senior Financial Accountant role involve? Leading end-to-end planning and execution of the finance integration, ensuring timely delivery within a tight scope Collaborating with cross-functional teams to align systems, processes, and reporting structures Supporting technical accounting activities, including fair value adjustments and balance sheet management Managing stakeholder relationships internally and externally, communicating progress, risks, and key decisions Coordinating data migration and process alignment to achieve a seamless transfer with minimal disruption Suitable Candidate for the Senior Financial Accountant vacancy: Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) with...

Role: Senior Auditor Type: Interim 3-month Contract Salary: £175 to £250 per day UMB (Inside IR35) Hybrid: 2 to 3 days in the office Location: Leicestershire Sellick Partnership is partnering with a Local Authority organisation to recruit a Senior Auditor on an interim basis. The responsibilities of the Senior Auditor will be: Delivering a programme of risk-focused internal audits across a range of council services Leading audit assignments from planning and scoping through to reporting and follow-up Assessing the effectiveness of governance, risk management and internal control arrangements Engaging with senior stakeholders to agree findings and practical recommendations Supporting with advisory work and investigations where required Ensuring work is completed within agreed deadlines and professional standards The ideal candidate for the Senior Auditor role will have: Demonstrable experience within a Local Authority internal audit function A strong grasp of risk-based...

Senior Accountancy Technician – Cheshire East Council – CW1 2JZ 12 Months Contract 37 hours per week Hybrid We are looking for a Senior Accountancy Technician based at Floor 3, Delamere House, CW1 2JZ The post is working withing the Place Finance team and supports the Finance business partner in the delivery of the annual cycle of closure of accounts, in-year monitoring, and budget setting work to services such as Libraries and Housing. Experience of providing finance support to managers would be essential. The post is hybrid so a mix of office and home working. We prefer to have candidates who can come into the office in Crewe, Cheshire on a regular basis (2 -3 times a month) as determined by business need – and to attend the office on a daily basis for the first 4 – 8 weeks for training. Key Accountabilities: Advise and liaise with operational managers and within the Finance Service to ensure that detailed capital and revenue budgets are prepared and maintained in order to...

Your new company You'll be joining a dynamic and fast‑growing specialist business within a wider leading UK group, known for its supportive culture, professional development opportunities and flexible approach to work. The organisation is proud of its inclusive environment, offering access to wellbeing programmes, study support, staff awards, community initiatives, and a range of benefits from medical insurance to generous pension contributions. Offices are energetic and collaborative, while still offering the balance employees need. Your new role As an IBA Account Handler, you will be responsible for managing a portfolio of client accounts across multiple brands. You'll oversee the full lifecycle of account handling including debt collection, cash allocation, credit control, claims and return‑premium payments, and ensuring client ledgers remain accurate and up to date. You'll produce timely management information, liaise regularly with internal teams, resolve cash queries,...

Payroll Specialist – 6-Month FTC (Temp to Perm)  Hayes, Middlesex (Hybrid – 3+ days office / flexible WFH) 30 hours per week, Monday–Friday Salary: Competitive  We’re recruiting a Payroll Specialist on a 6-month fixed-term contract, with the potential to go permanent. This is a hands-on role, managing end-to-end payroll processing for two UK companies, ensuring accurate payments, tax compliance, and employee query resolution. You’ll work closely with HR and Finance, reporting to the HR Manager, and be the first point of expertise on payroll computations. What you’ll be doing Manage full payroll cycles for two companies, including hours, commission/bonuses, LTIP awards, benefits, and deductions Maintain payroll systems, ensure data accuracy and compliance with legislation Respond to and resolve payroll queries from employees and management Liaise with HMRC and support internal/external audits Prepare P11D, P60, P45 for manager review Ensure strict confidentiality of...

Search are currently recruiting for a payroll administrator to join a business based in Manchester on a contract basis for 6 months to support the payroll manager with the opportunity to lead to perm! Job Duties: Support the payroll team to meet timed deadlines Deal with all payroll queries Liaise with HMRC where require Process new starters and leavers Liasise with pension providers and managers to ensure correct data Successful candidate will posses: Previous payroll administration experience Work to timed deadlines Ability to work as part of a team Excellent communication skills Microsoft proficient Whats on offer: Salary up to £32000 per annum 25 days holidays plus banks on top Hybrid working 1 day from home Monday to Friday 9 - 5Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age

Senior Management Accountant - Interim (6 Months) Rate: £34.33 per hour (Umbrella) Location: Primarily Remote, with occasional meetings in Oxford Start Date: ASAP Our local authority client is seeking an experienced Senior Management Accountant to join their finance team on an interim 6-month contract. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong local government finance professional who can operate independently while providing high-quality business partnering support across services. The Role You will play a key role during a busy financial period, supporting year-end closedown and ensuring the production of robust working papers for external audit. Alongside core management accounting responsibilities, you will also support a range of corporate finance tasks and service-based financial activities. Key Responsibilities Supporting the Council's year-end accounts closedown process Preparing clear, accurate, evidence-based working papers to support accounting...

We have a fantastic opportunity for an immediately available experienced Senior Management Accountant to join a fast-growing technology company entering an exciting new phase, to join their growing team. This role will require you to have full ownership of the month-end process whilst also being responsible for process improvements and implementations. Offering a competitive day rate (inside IR35), along with a hybrid working pattern with 4 x days onsite at their offices based in Chigwell. Responsibilities: Prepare monthly management accounts (accruals and prepayments) Prepare profit and loss statements Responsible for balance sheet reconciliation and cash flow analysis Reconcile the bank accounts on a monthly basis Prepare balance sheet reconciliations on a monthly basis Present financial information in a clear, non-technical format Assist in preparation of quarterly VAT returns Assist with process implementation and improvements Assist with annual auditWhat we are looking...

Procurement Officer Location: Delamere Street, Crewe, CW1 2JZ Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 12+ Months Working Hours: 37 hours per week (09:00 – 17:00) Pay Rate: £ 17.79 Per hour Job Ref: (phone number removed) Job Responsibilities Support and deliver end-to-end procurement activities in line with public sector regulations and council policies. Prepare tender documentation, specifications, and evaluation criteria. Manage quotation and tender processes, ensuring transparency and compliance. Evaluate bids and provide clear recommendations based on quality, cost, and value for money. Provide procurement advice and guidance to internal stakeholders. Ensure contracts are awarded and managed in accordance with governance requirements. Maintain accurate procurement records and documentation for audit purposes. Monitor supplier performance and support contract management activities. Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, including public procurement...