10 jobs found in Lancaster

Job Opportunity – Interim Children's Social Care Accountant – North West England A local authority client of mine is currently seeking an Interim Children's Social Care Accountant to join their Finance team on an initial contract basis. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced local government finance professional to provide financial support and business partnering across Children's Services. Job Title: Interim Children's Social Care Accountant Location: North West England Contract Duration: 6-12 Months Rate: DOE IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Working Arrangement: Hybrid working available, with attendance on-site required for key meetings Days: 5 Days Per Week Start Date: ASAP Key Responsibilities * Financial Management & Reporting * Providing financial support to Children's Social Care budgets, including Looked After Children, Placements, Safeguarding and Early Help services. * Supporting budget monitoring processes and producing monthly budget...

Finance Manager North West | £250 - £350 | Hybrid Working | Initial 6 month contract We're recruiting on behalf of a well-established and growing Multi Academy Trust in the North West, seeking a Finance Manager to play a key role within the central finance team. Working closely with senior finance leaders and school stakeholders, you'll oversee the day-to-day financial management of the Trust, ensuring robust financial controls, accurate reporting and high-quality financial support across multiple academies. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys combining technical finance with business partnering in a collaborative, purpose-driven environment. Key Responsibilities * Produce accurate monthly management accounts, forecasts and budget monitoring reports for academies across the Trust * Support the annual budgeting and financial planning process, providing meaningful analysis and commentary to senior stakeholders * Ensure month-end processes are...

Michael Page are recruiting for an immediate start Credit Control position based in South Manchester. Client Details A fantastic well established business based in Manchester. Description Manage customer accounts and oversee payment collections. Ensure invoices are issued accurately and on time. Monitor overdue accounts and follow up with clients to resolve payment issues. Reconcile accounts and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner. Prepare accurate financial reports for management review. Collaborate with the finance team to improve credit control processes. Maintain clear records of communication with customers regarding payments. Assist with ad-hoc tasks as required by the accounting and finance team.Profile A successful Credit Control Clerk should have: Experience in credit control or a related accounting role. Strong attention to detail and organisational skills. Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel. Clear and professional communication skills,...

Join Our Team as a Police Staff Investigator (PSI)! Location: Various Locations Contract Type: Temporary Hourly Rate: £15.94 Are you ready to make a difference in your community? We are seeking motivated and dedicated individuals to join Merseyside Police's Force Investigations team as a Police Staff Investigator (PSI). This is an exciting opportunity to support the investigation of Level 2 crimes while working alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative environment. What You'll Do: As a Police Staff Investigator, you will play a crucial role in: Supporting Investigations: Take ownership of in-custody arrests and assist with investigations by gathering evidence from various sources. Conducting Interviews: Interview suspects, witnesses, and victims to obtain vital information and ensure compliance with legal standards. Case Preparation: Produce complete and accurate prosecution files, meeting CPS and court deadlines to enhance the quality of evidence presented....

We are seeking an experienced Credit Controller to join a busy finance team on a six-month fixed-term contract. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys building strong customer relationships, and is focused on achieving cash collection targets. Key Responsibilities * Manage a portfolio of customer accounts, ensuring timely collection of outstanding debts. * Build and maintain positive customer relationships to maximise cash collection. * Record invoice queries accurately and liaise with internal teams to ensure prompt resolution. * Maintain accurate records of customer interactions and payment commitments. * Process debit and credit card payments. * Support cash forecasting by recording payment promises and collection activity. * Work collaboratively with colleagues to resolve complex accounts and improve collection performance. * Prioritise workloads to meet financial targets while delivering excellent...

Interim Financial Controller | Circa £100,000 | Salford Quays (Hybrid - 1 day in the office) | 6 Month FTC ALF Recruit have been retained exclusively to recruit an Interim Financial Controller for a complex, multi-entity service sector organisation, on an initial 6-month fixed term contract with a genuine view to extend or move permanent. This is a role for someone who genuinely enjoys complexity rather than just coping with it. The group's structure spans multiple trading entities with intercompany dynamics and reporting lines that don't always run in a straight line, and it's still evolving. You'll need an open mind, the ability to run several projects at once without losing grip on the day-to-day numbers, and the stakeholder skills to work across senior leadership, entity-level finance teams and external advisers. What you'll get * Circa £100,000 * 6 month fixed term contract with a genuine view to extend or go permanent * Flexible working - one day a week in the...

Adecco are pleased to be recruiting for Police Staff Investigators (PIP 2) to work within the Merseyside Police Force Location: Liverpool & Surrounding Area's Contract Type: Temporary Hourly Rate: £17.66 per hour Working Pattern: Full Time, 36.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday End Date: April 2027 **Please note this role will be subject to Police Vetting and you have to have been residing within the UK for a Minimum of 5 Years** Are you ready to make a difference in your community? Join our team as a Police Staff Investigator (PIP 2) and play a vital role in the fight against serious and complex crime! We are looking for enthusiastic individuals who thrive in a challenging environment and are committed to upholding the highest standards of integrity and professionalism. Key Responsibilities: Conduct thorough investigations of serious crimes in line with legislation and policies. Interview suspects and witnesses with utmost professionalism, ensuring compliance with legal...

Are you detail-oriented with a passion for finance? We’re seeking a dynamic Temporary Finance Administrator to join an exciting business and play a vital role in supporting the financial operations of a thriving organisation. This is a fantastic opportunity to apply your skills in a fast-paced environment, ensuring smooth and accurate financial processes while gaining valuable experience. What You'll Do: As a Temporary Finance Administrator, you will be responsible for managing daily financial transactions, processing invoices, reconciling accounts, and supporting the finance team with various administrative duties. Your precision and organisational skills will help keep financial operations running seamlessly and contribute to the overall success of our team. Required Skills: Proven experience in finance administration or bookkeeping Strong attention to detail and accuracy Excellent organisational and time management skills Proficient in MS Office Suite, especially Excel...

Temporary Role Accounts Assistant Manchester City Centre Fully Office Based - no hybrid 40 Hours per Week £14.90 per hour (up to £31,000 pa) 3 months temporary work to support a busy period within the business Are you an experienced Accounts Assistant looking for a role where you can make a real impact and develop your skills within a busy and growing business? We are recruiting on behalf of an established organisation in Manchester that is looking to add a proactive and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to its finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with previous accounts experience who enjoys working with numbers, solving problems, and supporting the smooth running of day-to-day finance operations. Property sector experience would be an advantage, however we are also keen to hear from candidates with backgrounds in residential services, banking, financial services, or other industries where strong accounts administration skills have been...

Job Title: Senior Finance Business Partner Rate: £450 - £500 per day Type: Interim, Full Time Location: Manchester (Hybrid Working) An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Interim Senior Finance Business Partner to join a progressive Local Authority in Greater Manchester on an initial 6-month assignment. Reporting to the Head of Finance, the Senior Finance Business Partner will work closely with senior managers and directors to provide expert financial advice, challenge, and decision support. You will play a key role in shaping financial strategy, supporting organisational change, and ensuring long-term financial sustainability across the organisation. Key responsibilities of the role: Provide strategic financial advice and challenge to senior managers and directors Lead financial planning, forecasting, and budget management activities Deliver high-quality business partnering and decision support to senior stakeholders Lead service improvement, governance, and compliance...