20 finance officer jobs found in London

Risk & Control Manager London/Hybrid 6 months contract Day rate from £700 via Umbrella Company dependant on experience Our commitment is to provide equal opportunity regardless of, for example, your gender, age, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation or beliefs. We also engage with employers to develop programmes and pathways that embrace diverse talent and promote more inclusive employment worldwide through partnerships and other initiatives. We recognise and celebrate the value of difference and how it makes us faster, smarter and more innovative than our competition. My client is one of the largest financial institutions headquartered in Japan, with an established presence across all consumer and corporate banking businesses. Through its subsidiaries and affiliates, they offer a diverse range of financial services, including commercial banking, leasing, securities, credit card, consumer finance and other services. They are looking for 2 Risk and Control Managers on...

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...

Job Title: Lead Tax Manager Location: Hybrid – can be based anywhere in the UK, with 40–60% attendance at a local office – London, Birmingham, Bristol, Newcastle, Reading and York (team locations include York, Cambridge, Manchester, Carlisle) Contract Duration: 6 Months Daily Rate: £600/day (Umbrella – Maximum) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 The Lead Tax Manager will provide senior-level tax expertise across the Group, covering the organisation and its Arm’s Length Bodies. The post holder acts as the lead specialist for IR35, taxable benefits, and corporation tax, while supporting VAT compliance as part of the wider Compliance & Financial Accounting Team. The role spans operational tax work, process improvement, advisory activity, and stakeholder engagement, including interactions with HMRC and the Government Tax Centre of Excellence. Key Responsibilities Lead IR35 compliance across the Group, setting and maintaining robust processes and guidance. Oversee data capture and...

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Financial Accountant to join a highly regulated organisation on an 18-month contract. This Financial Accountant role will play an important part in supporting the delivery of core financial accounting and reporting activities within a complex finance environment. The successful Financial Accountant will be responsible for overseeing key finance processes, supporting annual accounts activity, and ensuring accurate financial reporting across the wider finance function. Working within an established finance team, this role will involve oversight of core operational finance processes, alongside supporting technical accounting activities and maintaining strong financial controls Key Responsibilities Support the delivery of financial accounting and reporting, including preparation of annual accounts. Provide oversight of key finance processes including accounts payable and payroll. Support technical accounting activity, ensuring...

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced operational risk professional who enjoys working in a collaborative banking environment while maintaining independence within the risk control framework. My client, a well-established international bank in London, is looking to appoint an Operational Risk Lead to join its Legal & Compliance function. This is a key role responsible for ensuring the effective implementation and oversight of the bank's Operational Risk Management Framework (ORMF) across the organisation. Reporting to the Head of Compliance, the successful candidate will act as a subject matter expert in operational risk, working closely with business and support functions to identify, assess and mitigate operational risks. The role requires strong stakeholder engagement, regulatory awareness and the ability to independently drive operational risk initiatives across the bank. Job Title BANKING-Operational Risk Lead-Mandarin Speaking Location City of London...

Join an exciting role as a Graduate/Junior Accountant in the financial services industry. This temporary position based in London offers a fantastic opportunity to develop your accounting and finance skills. Client Details This organisation is a well-established player in the financial services industry. They operate as part of a larger organisation, with a professional and structured environment focused on delivering excellence in accounting and finance. Description Process and record invoices for the EMEA and Asia regions in a timely and accurate manner, ensuring compliance with revenue recognition policies and SOX controls. Support billable expense reporting to the business, including maintaining and updating deal codes where required. Post cash receipts and notify relevant stakeholders across the organisation. Assist with credit control activities for overdue debtors when required. Provide ad hoc support to the Accounts Receivable (AR) team as needed. Maintain and update...

Join a dedicated team in the financial services industry as a Credit Controller (German speaking) in London. This temporary role requires expertise in accounting and finance to manage credit operations effectively. Client Details This opportunity is with a well-established organisation in the financial services industry. The company operates within a professional environment, offering specialised services to clients. Description Manage the credit control process to ensure timely payments and minimise outstanding debts with German clients. Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of financial transactions and customer accounts. Communicate with clients to resolve payment issues and queries efficiently. Collaborate with internal departments to address billing discrepancies and disputes. Prepare reports on credit activity and outstanding accounts for management review. Monitor customer accounts for overdue payments and take appropriate action as required. Support the team with ad...

An immediate interim opportunity has arisen for an establishing & growing Finance department to recruit a Senior Financial Reporting & Controls Manager to join the team and drive the organisation's financial reporting processes and strengthen internal control frameworks. This role is critical in ensuring accuracy, compliance, and integrity across all financial information. We are looking for a candidate with strong technical expertise, excellent attention to detail, and a track record of improving financial processes within a dynamic environment. A competitive day rate on offer, along with a hybrid working pattern split between 3 x days onsite at their fantastic London Office and WFH. Duties: Responsible for all financial reporting aspects, including: Preparation of monthly management accounts and quarterly reporting Preparation of variance analysis and commentary for senior stakeholders Balance sheet reconciliations Statutory accounting and liaison with external...

Finance Administrator Central London 12 month fixed term | Full-time | Office-based Salary: £30,000-£35,000pa DOE 1-2+ years' recent experience within an IFA or financial planning/Wealth Management environment - Required We are recruiting a Finance Administrator on behalf of our client, a well-established (IFA) financial services organisation based in Central London. This role sits within a centralised administration team and will suit someone who enjoys working in a structured, fast-paced office environment and is keen to build a long-term career in financial services. The successful candidate will provide high-quality administrative support to advisers and wider teams, ensuring client records are accurate, compliant and up to date, while delivering a professional and confidential service. Key Responsibilities: Maintain accurate client records and manage all associated administration Prepare and submit applications in line with internal procedures and compliance...

Junior Relationship Manager - Financial Institutions (Mandarin Speaking) Overview A superb opportunity for a fluent Mandarin speaker with a background in corporate or wholesale banking who is looking to take the next step in their financial services career. This global organisation is a major player in the sector, and its Financial Institutions Department is expanding. They are seeking someone who can support this growth through strong relationship management, analytical capability, and excellent communication skills in both Mandarin and English. This role offers significant career development for the right individual. Junior Relationship Manager - Financial Institutions (Mandarin Speaking) Location: City of London Work Style: 100% office‑based Day Rate: £250 per day Contract Length: 6 months Languages: Fluent Mandarin & English Key Responsibilities Develop and grow corporate banking relationships across the UK and cross‑border markets Drive RMB‑related business,...

Finance Administrator - 10-month maternity cover contract to start May 2026 📍Location: Hendon ⏰Working hours: Monday - Friday 9am - 5.30pm (fully office based) 💷Salary: £30,000 - £32,000 Our client, a dynamic organisation is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Finance Administrator to join their vibrant team. If you're ready to make a difference and thrive in a lively environment, we want to hear from you! 💼 Key Responsibilities: As a Finance Administrator, you will be at the heart of our financial operations. Your main duties will include: Raising invoices and credit notes, ensuring timely dispatch to customers 📄 Chasing outstanding payments to keep our cash flow healthy 💰 Monitoring daily bank account activity and entering payments into our system Reconciling customer accounts against received payments Managing the Accounts Receivable schedule and keeping it up to date 📊 Overseeing Security Deposits Refunds and processing them weekly Regularly updating and reconciling...

Role Overview Our Multi-Academy Trust is seeking an experienced Finance Professional to join our central Business Partnering team on a temporary basis. This is a vital role supporting the Trust's head office operations through the end of the academic year. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining high standards of financial accuracy and supporting month-end processes. Key Responsibilities Budgeting & Forecasting: Update staffing forecasts within the Budgeting System (BPS). Financial Analysis: Maintain and update staff analysis files on a monthly basis. Payment Processing: Oversight and checking of monthly payment runs. Reconciliations: Perform detailed payroll reconciliations to ensure accuracy across the Trust. Accounts Payable: Manage invoice checking and approval workflows. Reporting: Conduct expenditure and income analysis to support business partnering decisions. Month-End: Prepare and post month-end journals. Requirements Proven experience...

An international client is looking to appoint a Financial Accountant that play an integral part working within the project implementation team of S4Hana ERP System. This role will be predominantly focused on the redesign/re-mapping the financial accounting processes. You will be working on the integration and subsequently supporting end users. Job Title: Financial Accountant Job Type: Contract (Inside IR35) Location: Guildford Salary: £400 – £475 per day Reference no: 16025 Financial Accountant – Benefits * Opportunity to play a key role in a major ERP transformation programme * Exposure to SAP S/4HANA implementation within a technically advanced organisation * Collaborative project team environment * Potential hybrid working after initial onboarding period * Excellent transport links including shuttle bus from Guildford station Financial Accountant – About The Role We are currently recruiting for a Financial Accountant to support a major SAP S/4HANA ERP implementation...

A global technology business in Crawley is looking for a commercially minded FP&A Accountant to join its European finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a high-visibility finance role where you'll support senior leadership with meaningful financial insight, reporting and analysis that genuinely shapes decision-making across the business. Working within a collaborative international environment, you'll play a key role in planning, forecasting and performance analysis, while also helping to streamline reporting processes and improve financial visibility across multiple business units. The Role You'll work closely with finance leadership and operational teams to deliver clear, insightful financial reporting and planning support. Responsibilities will include: Producing management reporting, variance analysis and forecasting insights for senior stakeholders Supporting the budgeting and forecasting cycle, helping departments plan effectively Preparing...

We're looking for an amazing Senior Finance Analyst to play a key role in overseeing costs and delivering high‑quality financial insight. Reporting to the Finance Manager, you'll partner closely with department leaders and teams across the business, providing robust analysis and recommendations to support commercial decision‑making in a fast‑paced environment. This role offers an exciting, opportunity, combining strong technical accounting with business partnering and people leadership skills. A hybrid working pattern is on offer along with a competitive day rate. WHAT YOU'LL DO Take ownership of key business costs, delivering strong cost control and enhanced visibility. Prepare monthly prepayments, accruals and journals, ensuring accurate accounting. Deliver month‑end P&Ls for your areas, providing insightful variance analysis vs budget, forecast and prior year. Reconcile nominated balance sheet accounts monthly and support wider balance sheet reviews. Support internal and...

Finance Assistant - Temporary Huntress Recruitment is currently seeking a Temporary Cash Clerk to join a friendly team based in Rochester. This role is expected to run until approximately mid-August and would suit someone who is organised, reliable, and confident working in a busy finance environment. This is an office-based role, so applicants based locally to Rochester would be ideal. The client is happy to consider working around school hours for the right person, making this a great opportunity for someone looking for flexibility. Salary £24,810 salary equivalent Approx. £12.89 per hour 37 hours per week (flexibility around school hours available)Key Responsibilities Processing BACS payments Handling Direct Debits and Direct Credits Bank reconciliations Cheque processing Managing finance-related queries over the phone Maintaining accurate financial records Supporting the wider finance team with day-to-day cash administrationRequirements At least 1 year of experience in a...

Finance Project Manager - Interim Spencer Clarke Group are working closely with a newly forming Local Authority to appoint an experienced Finance Project Manager to support the development of the organisation's finance function. This is a senior interim assignment working closely with the Interim Strategic Finance Lead, leading key finance-related projects and helping shape the financial strategies, systems and processes required for the new Authority. What's on Offer Rate: £750 - £1000 per day (Negotiable) Contract length: 6 months initially Full-time: 37 hours per week Working pattern: Hybrid (primarily remote with approx. 1 day per week in Sussex initially) Start: ASAP The Role You will lead and deliver a number of finance-related projects critical to establishing the Authority's finance framework, while supporting the wider finance implementation programme. Key responsibilities: Leading projects to negotiate and implement Service Level Agreements with constituent...

Our client have an exciting opportunity based at their Didcot location for an experienced Financial Administrator to join a small team with the full support of their London HQ Provide first line support to the Management Team and be the first point of contact for the retail team and its associated building’s occupiers and stakeholders. This is a diverse and varied role which will bring you into contact with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders and requires proficiency across a large number of business systems and platforms. You will be responsible for the day-to-day financial administration of the business and support with budget management across the estate. WHAT YOU’LL DO Financial Administration * The provision of regular management accounts with commentary and exception reporting to assist the on-site management team in decision making * The administration of the computerised accounts system (Portal). Ensure the processing of all purchase orders and...

Lead Tax Manager Contract Length: 6 months + potential extensions Location: Hybrid - can be based anywhere in the UK, with 40-60% attendance at a local office (York, Cambridge, Manchester, Carlisle) IR35: Inside Pay Rate to Candidate: £600 / day umbrella A Tax Manager is required to join a public organization on a contract role. The Lead Tax Manager will provide senior-level tax expertise and act as the lead specialist for IR35, taxable benefits, and corporation tax, while supporting VAT compliance as part of the wider Compliance & Financial Accounting Team. The role spans operational tax work, process improvement, advisory activity, and stakeholder engagement, including interactions with HMRC and the Government Tax Centre of Excellence. Key Responsibilities Lead IR35 compliance, setting and maintaining robust processes and guidance. Oversee data capture and review for PAYE Settlement Agreement (PSA) return. Ensure full compliance and governance for all taxable benefits....

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Tax Manager to join a large and complex public sector organisation on an initial 6-month contract. The Tax Manager will play a key role within the central finance function, providing specialist tax expertise across a number of entities within the wider organisation. The position will focus on ensuring strong compliance and governance across a range of tax matters, with particular emphasis on IR35, employment taxes and corporation tax. Working closely with senior finance colleagues and operational stakeholders, the Tax Manager will provide technical guidance, support complex tax queries and contribute to the ongoing development of tax processes and controls. Key Responsibilities Leading and maintaining IR35 compliance processes and guidance Overseeing the preparation and review of PAYE Settlement Agreement (PSA) returns Ensuring compliance across taxable benefits and employment tax obligations Managing corporation tax compliance...