25 jobs found in Houghton Regis

Adecco are pleased to be recruiting for a PIP 2 Investigator to work within the Thames Valley Police Force Are you passionate about making a difference in public safety? Do you have the skills and determination to tackle serious and complex crime investigations? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! Position: PIP 2 Investigator (Serious and Complex Crime) Contract Type: Temporary Hourly Rate: £20.91 per hour Working Pattern: Full Time, Monday to Friday 37 hours per week Location: Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire As a vital member of our operational support team, you will play an essential role in managing and progressing criminal investigations. Your expertise will contribute significantly to delivering justice and ensuring the safety of our community. Key Responsibilities: Investigate: Plan, coordinate, and undertake investigations using the latest techniques and technologies to bring offenders to justice. Interview: Conduct interviews with suspects and witnesses to...

We are seeking an experienced Interim AP/AR Manager to join our finance team on a 4-month contract. The successful candidate will take ownership of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable operations, ensuring accurate processing, strong financial controls, and effective management of cash flow during a busy period. Key Responsibilities: * Oversee day-to-day AP and AR activities. * Manage invoice processing, payment runs, credit control, and reconciliations. * Monitor aged debt and support cash collection activities. * Ensure accuracy of financial records and compliance with internal controls. * Lead, support, and coordinate AP/AR team activities. * Assist with month-end processes and reporting. * Identify and implement process improvements where appropriate. Requirements: * Proven experience managing AP and AR functions within a finance environment. * Strong understanding of financial controls and reconciliation processes. * Experience supervising...

We are seeking an experienced Interim FP&A Manager to join our finance team on a 4-month contract. This role will focus on delivering high-quality financial planning, analysis, and business partnering support to key stakeholders, helping drive informed decision-making and business performance. Key Responsibilities: * Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities. * Provide insightful financial analysis and performance reporting. * Partner with operational and commercial teams to support decision-making. * Develop and maintain financial models and KPI reporting. * Challenge assumptions and identify risks and opportunities across the business. * Support month-end review processes and variance analysis. * Deliver ad hoc analysis and strategic financial support as required. Requirements: * Proven FP&A experience within a commercial business environment. * Strong business partnering and stakeholder management skills. * Advanced...

We are seeking an experienced Financial Controller to lead the financial reporting and control function, ensuring the delivery of accurate, timely, and compliant financial information. The role will oversee a finance team responsible for monthly, annual, statutory, and regulatory reporting, while maintaining a strong control environment and supporting key business objectives. Key Responsibilities: * Lead and manage the financial reporting and control team, ensuring the successful delivery of monthly, quarterly, annual, and statutory reporting within agreed deadlines. * Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards (IFRS/UK GAAP as applicable), regulatory requirements, and internal policies. * Maintain and enhance the financial control framework, ensuring robust governance, risk management, and compliance processes are in place. * Oversee the preparation and review of statutory accounts, audit requirements, and direct and indirect tax filings. * Act as the key...

Job Title:          Sales Administrator   PURPOSE SUMMARY: The Sales Administrator will work support the processing of new business through our Point-Of-Sale System. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES: Process finance proposals in our Point-Of-Sale online system; entering customer personal details and finance quote figures Monitoring system updates on the status of finance proposals & transposing this into a customer portal system Work closely with our internal Underwriting and Payout departments to progress proposals successfully through our Point-Of-Sale online system e.g. contacting customers for additional proofs, uploading documents, challenging declined decisions General administration To assist line manager with their specific departmental responsibilities and to adhere to all regulations and requirements DIMENSIONS / BUDGETS: This is an office based role Monday to Friday | 9am – 5.30pm/9.30 to 6pm (Rota dependent) - WFH 2 days when full training is completed KNOWLEDGE,...

My client is looking for a Finance Manager to join their team for a 12 months Fixed Term Contract to cover for maternity leave. YOU MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE OF WORKING WITHIN HIGER EDUCATION. You will manage the Financial Services Team to deliver efficient, effective and appropriately controlled financial transactional processing. Key Tasks * To lead and manage the Financial Services Team, providing clear direction, ensuring accountability and delivery of individual and team outcomes * To respond to changing team needs and requirements through effective deployment/redeployment of staff skills and competencies * To encourage and support personal and professional development within the team * To deputise for the Deputy Director of Finance – Financial Control, as required * To assist the Deputy Director of Finance – Financial Control to ensure all staff are familiar with the financial control framework and regulations and to monitor compliance with these, taking action as...

Job Title: Senior Finance Business Partner Location: Barking & Dagenham Term: Temp Rate: £650 Umbrella day rate Are you ready to take your finance career to the next level? Our client is on the lookout for a dynamic Senior Finance Business Partner to collaborate with senior leaders and shape pivotal financial decisions. This is your chance to shine in a highly visible role where your insights will drive strategy and enhance financial performance! What You'll Be Doing: Partner with senior stakeholders to offer strategic financial advice and insights. Support budget setting, forecasting, and medium-term financial planning. Build and review business cases, investment plans, and savings proposals. Deliver analysis, modelling, and scenario planning to empower decision-making. Ensure robust financial governance, controls, and risk management. Lead and nurture a high-performing team, promoting a culture of excellence. Drive continuous improvement and instil a strong financial...

Finance Administrator Location: London Contract: 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract Hybrid Working: 3 days in the office, 2 days working from home. We're working with a growing professional services business looking to add a Finance Administrator to its finance team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is a good opportunity for someone with finance or accounts experience who is looking to broaden their exposure across a busy finance function. You'll work closely with experienced finance professionals, gain involvement in a variety of accounting activities and have the opportunity to continue developing your skills within a supportive environment. Key Responsibilities Assist with the day-to-day running of the finance function, ensuring financial records are maintained accurately and efficiently. Support monthly accounting activities, including reconciliations, journal entries and reporting requirements. Produce regular financial reports and provide analysis to support business...

Accounts Payable / Planning Specialist £220.00 per day (Umbrella) London (Hybrid) 6 Month Contract Our client is currently searching for an Accounts Payable Specialist to join their team! Within this role, you would be responsible for managing the end-to-end financial and operational support for Key Accounts. This would be covering Accounts Payable activities, budgeting, reporting, controls and stakeholder communication. You would also be responsible for supporting business reviews, audits, pricing and launch communications, vendor and customer setup , and value-adding initiatives such as the Key Accounts digitisation. Role responsibilities: Own and manage Accounts Payable processes for Key Accounts, including invoice processing, Proof of Performance (POP) review, and timely query resolution Act as a key point of contact for customers, internal stakeholders, and third‑party finance teams, building strong working relationships Ensure controls, compliance, and audit...

Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. Job Title: UAT Analyst (Financial Crime / AML) Location: London HEX - Hybrid (2-3 days in office) Contract: 9 months with possible extension. Rate: £450 - £500 inside umbrella Overview This role sits within the Financial Crime function, with a strong emphasis on testing and system validation across sanctions and screening activities in EMEA. The successful candidate will play a critical role in User Acceptance Testing (UAT), system upgrades, and control validation, while maintaining a solid understanding of Financial Crime processes. This is a high-priority, business-critical role...

MERITUS are recruiting for a Chief of Staff to join a leading global organisation, supporting a Group Finance function within a complex, high-profile corporate environment. This role sits close to the CFO and senior finance leadership team, driving governance, coordination, and delivery across key finance priorities in a fast paced and evolving business CHIEF OF STAFF - GROUP FINANCE - SOUTHBANK, LONDON - HYBRID (2-3 DAYS ONSITE) - 12 MONTH CONTRACT - £700pd to £800pd We are seeking an experienced Chief of Staff to support a Group Finance function within a complex, global organisation. This role works closely with the CFO and senior finance leadership team to drive structure, governance, and delivery across key finance priorities, ensuring alignment and effective execution across the function. This is a high visibility role sitting close to senior leadership, providing coordination across finance planning, reporting, governance cycles, and transformation activity within a fast...

URGENT ROLE-Financial Accountant(Digital Assets)-1 Day on Site I am working with a fast growing fintech company in London. They are seeking a Financial Accountant to join their Group Finance team in London. This role sits within month end close, balance sheet reconciliations and controls, with a strong focus on digital asset accounting across wallets, exchanges and custodians. Key requirements Strong Financial Accounting experience Mandatory digital asset / crypto / Web3 finance experience Month end close and balance sheet reconciliation experience Part qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA Strong Excel skills and attention to detail Experience with NetSuite or similar ERP is a plus London based, interviewing now, immediate or short notice preferred If you are interested or available, please send your CV and availability for a quick call. (phone number removed)

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a Legal Firm based in Central London who are recruiting for a Finance Manager on a full-time basis. Our client can offer hybrid working, and you will ideally have previous experience working within a legal firm, managing the day-to-day finance function. Typical duties include: • Preparing monthly management accounts and financial reports for senior stakeholders and partners • Managing the month-end and year-end accounting processes • Overseeing purchase ledger, sales ledger, credit control and daily banking activities • Monitoring cashflow and preparing cashflow forecasts • Managing client and office accounts in line with solicitors accounts rules • Completing balance sheet reconciliations and investigating any discrepancies • Preparing budgets and forecasts whilst providing financial analysis to support business decisions • Liaising with external auditors, accountants and other professional advisers • Ensuring compliance with financial...

Royalty, Contract & Client Reporting Collect, review, and process royalty reports and sales projections from licensees, ensuring compliance with contractual terms and accurate invoicing of royalties. Manage royalty invoicing and client remittances in line with contractual and operational requirements, fulfilling obligations under Client Representation Agreements. Track receivables and collaborate with Credit Control and Commercial teams to drive timely collection and query resolution. Interpret licensing contracts to determine financial terms, reporting requirements, and commission structures. Reconcile and validate royalty reports against contractual commitments, identifying variances or irregularities. Ensure client payments are accurate, complete, and processed in a timely manner. Respond to queries from licensees, clients, auditors, and internal teams, providing supporting documentation and financial analysis. Accounting & Reporting Prepare and post month-end...

Management Accountant (Temp to Perm) Start Date: ASAP Duration: 2-3 months (with potential to become permanent) Pay Rate: £24.72 - £27.47 per hour (£45,000 - £50,000 annual salary equivalent) Location: Shad Thames, London Our client is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Management Accountant to join their team on an initial temporary basis, with the opportunity to transition into a permanent role. This position is ideal for a part-qualified or recently qualified CIMA or ACCA professional who has hands-on experience in accounting, financial analysis, and reporting. We're looking for someone with a genuine passion for numbers and a strong desire to develop a long-term career in finance. Key Responsibilities Oversee core financial operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and credit control Assist in delivering monthly financial reporting, including analysis, reconciliations, and results Manage and support the accounts processing teams across London and...

The Finance Manager will oversee financial operations, ensuring compliance and supporting strategic decision-making within the financial services industry. This temporary role requires expertise in accounting and finance processes, based in London. Client Details The employer is a respected organisation within the financial services industry, known for its professional approach and focus on excellence. As a small-sized company, they offer a collaborative environment and opportunities to make a meaningful impact. Description Prepare and submit five quarterly VAT returns, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory requirements. Develop and maintain regular cash flow forecasts, including scenario analysis where required to support decision-making. Produce monthly treasury and liquidity reports, as well as ad-hoc reporting as needed. Deliver monthly project reporting, with additional analysis provided on request. Prepare and post monthly journal entries, ensuring financial...

A leading Lloyd's insurance business undergoing a significant period of growth have an urgent requirement for an Enterprise Architect with broad expertise in insurance technology, process and systems analysis to develop and maintain solution architecture blueprints, support major transformation initiatives, and ensure solutions align with strategic goals across underwriting, claims, reinsurance and finance business domains. The ideal candidate will bring a proven track record of success in insurance technology and demonstrate their ability to understand business objectives, operational workflows and translate these into architectural blueprints that remove ambiguity and can be understood by business and technology teams alike. Key Responsibilities * Collaborate with business and technology leaders to identify challenges and opportunities. * Develop and maintain Enterprise Architecture blueprints across business, application, data and technology domains. *...

Financial Controller | Interim Contract | London (Hybrid) | Day Rate Negotiable Key Responsibilities: * Oversee all aspects of financial control, governance, and compliance within a complex aviation environment * Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting * Prepare and review management accounts, board packs, and financial performance reports * Manage budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and working capital activities * Ensure robust financial controls, policies, and risk management procedures are maintained * Support statutory reporting, audits, and regulatory compliance requirements * Partner with senior stakeholders to provide financial insight and support strategic decision-making * Identify and implement process improvements to enhance reporting and operational efficiency * Support finance transformation and continuous improvement initiatives Requirements: * Proven Financial Controller...

Are you looking to add great value to an already successful finance team? Do you have a strong understanding of commercial FBP? Are you immediately available or on a short notice period? I am working exclusively with a Global Charity seeking an interim Finance Business Partner on a 6-month temporary-permanent basis. The main responsibilities of the interim Commercial Finance Business Partner are: * Collaborate with a network of affiliated organisations to support their long-term financial resilience and sustainability. * Partner with senior non-financial stakeholders to analyze financials/KPIs and convert insights into decisions that maximize profit. * Establish and embed commercial KPIs and strengthen operational and financial data systems, implementing improvements that stick. * Support in the creation and testing of forecast and budget templates. This is a great opportunity for an experienced, Finance Business Partner to come in and hit the ground running with an already...

Management Accountant – 6-Month Contract Location: London (Hybrid – 2 days onsite, 3 days remote) Rate: £300–£400 per day Contract Length: 6 Months We are seeking an experienced Management Accountant to join a fast-paced SME business on an initial 6-month contract. This role will play a key part in supporting finance operations, delivering accurate and timely management information, and assisting with ongoing business change initiatives. Key Responsibilities * Prepare monthly management accounts, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery. * Lead month-end close processes, including accruals, prepayments, and balance sheet reconciliations. * Produce and analyse monthly financial reports, providing meaningful commentary on performance and variances. * Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow reporting activities. * Partner with operational and non-finance stakeholders to provide financial insights and challenge performance where appropriate. * Assist with...