6 jobs found in Preston

Finance Business Partner £47k -£54k Contract (12 months) Merseyside (Hybrid Working) Finance Business Partner required to join a well-established forward-thinking Public Sector organisation on a 12 month FTC. Our client is looking for an experienced Finance Business Partner/Management Accountant who is keen to add real value to the finance team, wider organisation and community. The Finance Business Partner will deliver robust challenge and support to proposals in development, ensuring that value for money and effective and efficient working practices are delivered, alongside the duties below; Key responsibilities of the Finance Business Partner; Collaborate with budget holders and stakeholders to provide expert financial advice and guidance on financial matters. Develop and maintain effective working relationships with budget holders, understanding their objectives, and translating them into financial plans and strategies. Prepare accurate and timely financial reports,...

Senior Finance Business Partner £54k-£60k Contract (12 months) Liverpool (Hybrid Working) Senior Finance Business Partner opportunity to join a Public Sector organisation on a 12 month FTC. Our client is seeking an experienced Finance Business Partner who can add value to an evolving team and business partner with budget holders across the organisation. As the Senior Finance Business Partner, you will report to the Head of Finance and support a wider finance and non-finance team. Key responsibilities of the Senior Finance Business Partner Develop and maintain a professional working relationship with budget holders and senior managers, ensuring that needs of the budget holder are fully satisfied. Responsible for monitoring and reporting upon the financial position of units to relevant stakeholders using appropriate means of communication and methods of financial analysis to ensure an effective and efficient budget management service is provided. Review and monitor expenditure...

I am recruiting for an experienced Credit Controller to support my clients' team through a period of growth, you will help to drive their mission of delivering exceptional service while minimising financial risk. If you’re someone who thrives on reducing financial losses through effective debt collection and enjoys building relationships with customers, we want to hear from you! This role is based onsite at my clients' offices in Sowerby Bridge and operates 5 days a week. Why You’ll Love This Role: * Provide a customer-focused service, ensuring clients' needs are met with care and efficiency. * Ensure the timely collection of payments, actively supporting debt collection targets. * Take action to manage overdue debt and monitor customer statuses, reducing potential risks. * Work to maximise customer retention by collecting payments and arranging manageable payment plans, all while minimising bad debt exposure. * Offer support to customers and colleagues with debt,...

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...

We are seeking a qualified Management Accountant to join a well‑established public sector organisation in Sheffield on a 12‑month fixed‑term contract. Supporting the Head of Finance, you will play a key role in delivering timely, accurate, and insightful management reporting to support operational and strategic decision‑making.This role will take ownership of monthly management accounts, budgeting and forecasting cycles, variance analysis, and financial performance reporting across service areas. You will also partner closely with operational teams to provide financial guidance, ensure robust cost control, and support value‑for‑money initiatives. The ideal candidate will be a technically strong accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA), confident in a business‑partnering environment, with experience in housing, ALMOs, local government, or other public‑sector settings being highly advantageous. Strong Excel skills, a proactive approach, and the ability to communicate complex financial information...