24 jobs found in Chester

Belmont Recruitment are currently looking for a Senior Finance Technician/Assistant Accountant to join Cheshire East Council on a 12 month fixed-term contract. This is a full-time role working 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Key Responsibilities * Support the Finance Business Partner in delivering financial management support to services such as Libraries and Housing. * Assist with the annual closure of accounts, including preparation of working papers and supporting schedules. * Contribute to in-year budget monitoring, ensuring accurate financial reporting and variance analysis. * Support the annual budget setting process for service areas within the Place directorate. * Prepare financial reports, forecasts and analysis to support managers and senior stakeholders. * Provide finance advice and support to service managers to help them manage their budgets effectively. * Maintain accurate financial records and...

Interim Finance Director - Private Equity-Backed Healthcare Business Manchester 9–12 Month Contract Circa £150,000 + excellent benefits package We are supporting a high-growth, private equity–backed healthcare business with a multi-site footprint across the UK to appoint a commercially minded Interim Finance Director for a 9–12 month assignment based in Manchester. This is a key leadership role during a period of strategic growth and M&A activity, requiring a finance leader who can combine strong technical expertise with commercial insight to support operational performance, acquisitions, and value creation. The Role Reporting to the CEO and working closely with the private equity investors, the Interim Finance Director will lead the finance function and act as a strategic commercial partner to the leadership team. Key responsibilities will include: * Leading and developing the finance function across a complex multi-site healthcare operation * Providing commercial...

Role Description This is a full-time, on-site Accounts Assistant role on a fixed-term contract. The Accounts Assistant will be responsible for a variety of finance-related tasks including credit control, petty cash management, processing financial transactions, producing reports, and assisting with general accounting duties. The role requires collaboration with internal teams and clear communication to support efficient financial operations. While the role is initially offered on a fixed-term contract, there is strong potential for the position to become permanent based on performance and business requirements. Main Responsibilities Organising supplier invoices and delivery notes ready for matching Matching supplier invoices to relevant documentation Posting supplier invoices to the accounting system Posting non-stock supplier invoices to the accounting system Investigating booking queries or errors with relevant internal teams Investigating pricing discrepancies with purchasing...

Customer Service Advisor Do you enjoy building relationships with customers and colleagues and are looking for genuine career opportunities? Then there's a role here for you! We're currently looking for understanding people to join our contact centre teams supporting our home insurance customers across our various banking brands. Pay: £14.40p/hr Contract Type: Temporary Contract Length: 6 months Start Date: May 2026 Working Pattern: Full Time, 35 hours per week Shifts: Monday to Friday (8 AM - 6 PM), Saturday (9 AM - 1 PM) - every other Saturday with a weekday offLocation: Based in Halifax, our newly refurbished office is just a 10-minute walk from Halifax train station. Plus, enjoy the convenience of free parking on-site!.What You'll Do: As a Home Customer Service Consultant, you'll be taking customer calls and doing your best to help them with our products, taking time to understand what matters to them. You will be the first point of contact for customers, and will help in...

SF Recruitment is working with a fantastic public sector organisation based in the north Birmingham area. They are looking to onboard an interim Finance Manager, the Finance manager will be the main point of contact for on site leadership and the senior Finance team and to provide financial monitoring, budgets and forecasting. This assignment is expected to last until the end of August. Key tasks: - Prepare monthly management accounts/budget/forecast monitoring reports - Carry out/assist in month and year end procedures, but not limited to, Purchase Order reconciliation and cleardown, prepayments and accruals, income tracking, monthly outturn calculations - Lead monthly meetings to discuss budget management and forecasting - Preparation of annual budgets and forecasts as required - Carry out supplier checks and other back-office checks as required - Management and development of one member of staff Please get in touch if this sounds of interest

RM Recruit is working with a West Midlands based charity who are recruiting an experienced Finance Consultant – External Reporting on an interim basis for circa 12 months. This role will play a key part in supporting the organisation to meet its statutory reporting requirements and successfully deliver its upcoming audits. This is a standalone project role focused on delivering several near-term objectives across the organisation’s external reporting and audit processes. While the role does not include line management responsibilities, the successful candidate will work closely with the wider finance function to establish best practice around external reporting, reconciliations, documentation and financial controls, ensuring a robust and efficient audit process. Main duties include: * Lead the coordination and delivery of the organisation’s 2025 statutory audits, which have previously experienced delays and enhanced scrutiny. * The role holder will take ownership of driving...

Police Investigator - PIP1 / PIP2 Location: Number of sites available across the Midlands. Pay Rate: Negotiable depending on past experience About the Role: To conduct criminal investigations in accordance with Police procedures, ensuring that cases are thoroughly examined, evidence is collected legally and ethically, and suspects are investigated to support successful prosecutions. PIP1: Entry-level investigator, focusing on routine investigations, case preparation, and supporting senior investigators. PIP2: Experienced investigator, handling complex cases, supervising PIP1 staff, and making operational decisions in the field. Key Responsibilities: PIP1 Conduct initial investigations of reported crimes. Gather, preserve, and document evidence according to legal standards. Interview victims, witnesses, and suspects under supervision. Prepare accurate and detailed case files for submission to the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS). Attend court as required to provide...

Interim Technical Accountant - UK GAAP Implementation A large, Birmingham based business is seeking an Interim Technical Accountant to support the implementation of upcoming UK GAAP changes. This role will focus on assessing the impact of amendments to FRS 102, supporting the development of accounting policies, and ensuring the business is prepared for the new reporting requirements. Working closely with Group Finance and Financial Reporting teams, you will lead the technical analysis, document accounting positions, support transition planning, and help embed the new standards across the organisation. Key responsibilities: Assess the impact of amendments to FRS 102 Prepare technical accounting papers and policy updates Support transition planning and implementation Advise finance stakeholders on accounting treatment and disclosures Assist with revised financial statement disclosures and internal guidance Requirements: Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA /...

We’re partnering with an established manufacturing business in the West-Midlands that requries an inteirm to brdige a vacanct within the team. As production volumes and operational complexity increase, the business is looking to appoint a Financial Controller to take ownership of day-to-day finance operations and ensure a strong, well-controlled BAU finance function. Reporting directly to the FD, you’ll act as the senior finance lead on site, responsible for maintaining robust financial control, delivering accurate reporting, and supporting operational decision-making. This role is ideal for a technically strong, hands-on finance leader who enjoys bringing structure, clarity and consistency to a dynamic environment. Key Responsibilities * Own and manage the monthly management accounts process * Take full responsibility for P&L, balance sheet integrity and cashflow oversight * Lead budgeting and forecasting processes * Manage working capital...

Finance Administrator - Immediate Start About the Role Search are seeking a highly organised Finance Administrator to join a well known organisation in Ilkeston. This will be for a 3-6 month contract with an opportunity to go perm. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong IT skills and experience in finance support to join a friendly and fast-paced environment. The role is initially fully office-based, with the option to move to a hybrid working pattern after training. Key Responsibilities Raising and processing Purchase Orders (POs) General administration tasks Maintaining accurate financial records Supporting the team with finance day-to-day duties Using internal systems and software - good IT skills essential What We're Looking For Previous finance admin/admin experience Confident IT user (Excel and finance systems desirable) Strong attention to detail Able to start immediately Reliable and proactive attitude The salary for this role will be £13.33 ph....

Police Investigator - PIP1 / PIP2 Location: Number of sites available across the Yorkshire & Humber region. Pay Rate: Negotiable depending on past experience About the Role: To conduct criminal investigations in accordance with Police procedures, ensuring that cases are thoroughly examined, evidence is collected legally and ethically, and suspects are investigated to support successful prosecutions. PIP1: Entry-level investigator, focusing on routine investigations, case preparation, and supporting senior investigators. PIP2: Experienced investigator, handling complex cases, supervising PIP1 staff, and making operational decisions in the field. Key Responsibilities: PIP1 Conduct initial investigations of reported crimes. Gather, preserve, and document evidence according to legal standards. Interview victims, witnesses, and suspects under supervision. Prepare accurate and detailed case files for submission to the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS). Attend court as...

Interim Finance Analyst / Finance Officer Location: Leeds (Onsite) Hourly rate: £25.00-£30.00ph Start: ASAP Temporary for initial 3 months (likely extension) Role purpose We are seeking a hands-on interim finance professional to provide short-term support within a busy finance team managing a large public sector contract. The focus of this role is to strengthen day-to-day finance operations, assist with reconciliations, and support the preparation of audit evidence during a period of high workload and limited resources. This is a practical, autonomous role suited to someone who can quickly understand processes and operate independently. Key responsibilities of the Interim Finance Analyst / Finance Officer: Finance operations & reconciliations: Perform daily and monthly bank reconciliations Assist with balance sheet reconciliations Support Direct Debit and payment reconciliations Handle cheque and credit card reconciliation processes Assist with month-end close...

We are partnering exclusively with a leading business services provider, in their search for an Interim Accounting Analyst. This is a 3-month temporary role (with a high likelihood of extension) based in Leeds offering a hybrid working model (3 days in office) and a day rate between £220 to £240 per day via umbrella. The Role You will provide immediate capacity to a busy finance team supporting a large public sector contract. This is a hands-on, proactive role focused on strengthening daily business-as-usual operations, ensuring stringent reconciliations are met , and supporting urgent year-end audit requirements. Key Responsibilities Reconciliations: Perform daily and monthly bank, revenue, and cash banking reconciliations to meet strict Service Level Agreements (SLAs). General Ledger: Prepare and manage General Ledger (GL) and balance sheet reconciliations. Audit Support: Support external audit remediation by gathering evidence and addressing queries before the March 31st...

Finance Assistant Leeds - Hybrid - 2 days in office per week 12 months contract £16.41 ph PAYE 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. Our client is a global leader in insurance, risk management and consulting services. They help businesses grow, communities thrive and people prosper. A culture driven by their people, over 40,000 strong, serving their clients with customized solutions that will protect them and fuel their futures. As a member of their global brokerage team, you'll help their clients address risk, protect assets and recover from losses They are...

Police Investigator - PIP1 / PIP2 Location: Number of sites available across the East Midlands. Pay Rate: Negotiable depending on past experience About the Role: To conduct criminal investigations in accordance with Police procedures, ensuring that cases are thoroughly examined, evidence is collected legally and ethically, and suspects are investigated to support successful prosecutions. PIP1: Entry-level investigator, focusing on routine investigations, case preparation, and supporting senior investigators. PIP2: Experienced investigator, handling complex cases, supervising PIP1 staff, and making operational decisions in the field. Key Responsibilities: PIP1 Conduct initial investigations of reported crimes. Gather, preserve, and document evidence according to legal standards. Interview victims, witnesses, and suspects under supervision. Prepare accurate and detailed case files for submission to the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS). Attend court as required to...

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Temporary Accounts Assistant to support an experienced finance team during a busy period. In this pivotal role, you'll assist with essential accounting tasks, including balance sheet reconciliations, intercompany statement reviews, invoice closing, and accruals and prepayments. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience and contribute to key financial processes while supporting our ERP system upgrade.  The roleo offers hybrid working and is an ongoing requirement until the end of August.  Required Skills: Strong attention to detail and organisation Basic accounting knowledge and spreadsheet proficiency Ability to handle reconciliations and data preparation accurately Effective communication skills Ability to start promptly and commit until the end of August Previous exposure to month-end closing processes If you're ready to step into a dynamic environment and support critical financial operations, we encourage you to...

My client is a leading Investment Management & Financial Planning firm based in Harrogate, providing sound Financial Advice and Wealth Management including Investments, Pensions, Retirement Planning. We are urgently seeking an experienced Financial Planning Administrator to join the existing team providing 9 months Maternity cover. You will be responsible for providing full administrative support to a team of Financial Planners / Advisers. Specifically you will: * Be the point of contact for company, client and third-party queries when dealing with new and existing business. * Keep all notes on the back-office system up to date, enabling advisers and other team members to appraise themselves of the current situation as required. * Process, and follow through to completion, the setting up of new investments and policies for clients, which include Pension and SIPP contracts, Investment and Protection policies for Personal and Business clients. * Process online fund...

Finance Assistant / Analyst Monday to Friday – 37.5 hours Fully Office Based Interim Role - 6 months £35,000 - £40,000 South Leicester Key Responsibilities: Support the finance team during a finance system implementation and transition period Assist with month-end processes including journals, accruals and prepayments Review and reconcile financial data during system and process changes Investigate and resolve discrepancies across ledgers and cost centres Support balance sheet reconciliations and preparation of management accounts Maintain finance trackers and reporting schedules using Excel Work with finance and operational teams to resolve data and reporting queries Provide ad-hoc financial analysis and support on finance projects Requirements: Previous experience in an analytical finance role Experience supporting finance teams through system or process changes desirable Strong Excel / spreadsheet skills Good understanding of reconciliations and month-end processes High...

As an experienced Finance Business Partner, you will be joining an established organisation, initially on an interim basis to provide the listed duties and support the finance management team. Role Summary * Provide financial business partnering to Operations and Resources directorates. * Deliver monthly management accounts, variance analysis, and forecasting for senior leadership and Board. * Support statutory accounts, sector scorecard reporting, and annual budget setting. Key Responsibilities * Act as the main finance contact for budget holders across Operations and Resources. * Prepare and present monthly management accounts within 10 days of month end. * Monitor budgets, perform variance analysis, and provide financial insight to support decision-making. * Lead annual budget preparation and maintain financial data within accounting systems. * Support statutory accounts with reconciliations, working papers, and audit queries. * Analyse operational...

Management Accountant Evesham | On-site | Full-time | temp Ongoing |Salary: £45,000 DOE An established and growing organisation is seeking an experienced Management Accountant to join its finance team in Evesham. This is a key role offering the opportunity to drive financial performance and support business growth across multiple operations. The Role Reporting into the Head of Finance, the Management Accountant will play a central role in producing accurate management information, supporting budgeting and forecasting, and partnering with operational teams to provide clear financial insight. Key Responsibilities . Preparation of monthly management accounts with a strong focus on accuracy . Analysis of financial performance across multiple business areas, including variance and cost centre analysis . Development and maintenance of budgets and forecasts . Business partnering with operational teams to support performance improvement and challenge assumptions . Support...