16 jobs found in Penrith

Interim Head of Finance – Ambleside - £55,000 to £58,000 – Offered on a day rate or Fixed Term Contract – Minimum of 3 months – Hybrid We are looking for an experienced and hands-on Interim Head of Finance to provide strategic and operational financial leadership for a thriving and fantastic charity based in Ambleside. This a try wonderful charity based in the Lake District. Entering into an exciting phase of transformation they are seeking a talented individual to be able to undertake the day to day responsibilities of the role whilst undertaking a review of current systems and processes. Reporting to the Chief Executive, you will play a key role within the Senior Leadership Team, supporting Trustees and senior colleagues with clear financial insight, robust governance and strong financial management. They are seeking someone in two parts * Initial 3 to 4 months to assess the department and review systems and processess * Permanent role * It maybe the same person goes temp...

Role Overview The role focuses on strengthening financial planning, commercial assurance and governance arrangements through the review and enhancement of business planning, financial modelling and service delivery agreements. Key Responsibilities * Lead the refresh and update of the energy company’s medium-term financial business plan, including forecasts, assumptions and supporting narrative. * Review, challenge and strengthen the financial model underpinning the business plan, identifying key risks, sensitivities and mitigation actions. * Clearly communicate financial implications and commercial impacts for both the company and the Council as shareholder. * Undertake a comprehensive end-to-end review of Service Level Agreements (SLAs) between the Council’s companies and Gateshead Council. * Assess SLA scope, cost allocation methodologies, charging mechanisms and value for money to ensure commercial robustness and transparency. Referral Reward OnRecruit is...

Jackson Hogg is delighted to be supporting a key client in Newcastle on the appointment of an Accounts Receivable Assistant on a 12 month FTC. This is a great opportunity to join a collaborative and well?established finance team, playing a key role in maintaining accurate customer accounts and supporting effective cash collection. The role sits within a supportive shared?service environment and offers strong benefits, flexibility and long?term development opportunities. Key Responsibilities * Manage sales invoice reviews and approvals * Carry out proactive credit control to support timely cash collection * Monitor customer accounts and resolve queries efficiently * Allocate incoming cash accurately within the finance system * Produce weekly accounts receivable reporting * Manage the AR inbox and respond to internal and external queries * Conduct credit checks and validate customer data * Support ad?hoc finance tasks as required About You * Previous...

Our client is recruiting for a Financial Accountant & Internal Control Analyst to join their finance team on a maternity cover basis for approximately 12 months, working full time hours, commencing in July. The successful candidate will support financial reporting and internal control activities across multiple EMEA entities within a multinational manufacturing environment.    Key Responsibilities Preparation of financial and management reporting Maintenance of financial controls and governance processes SAP workflow and delegation of authority administration Fixed asset accounting and CAPEX reporting Support internal and external audit activities Banking administration and compliance monitoring Process improvement and operational efficiency initiatives Reconciliations and financial analysis Requirements AAT Level 3 qualified or above Previous finance/accounting experience within medium to large businesses SAP or ERP system experience advantageous Strong...

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Finance Assistant / Administrator to join a well-established and growing business based in Brighouse. This is a varied, hands-on role with a strong focus on Accounts Payable, supporting a busy finance function within a fast-paced commercial environment. Key responsibilities include: • Managing the end-to-end Accounts Payable process • Supplier statement reconciliations and query resolution • Processing payment runs and maintaining supplier records • Posting journals, accruals, and prepayments • Supporting month-end and audit preparation • Monitoring VAT, imports, and related financial processes • Assisting with finance systems improvements and process documentation • Supporting wider finance administration as required We are looking for candidates with: • Strong Accounts Payable experience • Excellent reconciliation and journal posting skills • Good Excel and finance systems knowledge • Strong attention to detail and...

Sewell Wallis is exclusively working with an established market-leading business, currently undergoing a period of transformation, to secure an Interim Financial Controller for a 6-month contract. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified, experienced Financial Controller to step into a broad and commercially focused finance leadership role. Working closely with senior stakeholders across the group, you will lead management and statutory reporting, consolidations, forecasting, treasury management and drive best practice and continuous improvement across the finance function. Based in Leeds, West Yorkshire, you'll be expected to attend the office 3 days a week, with 2 days working from home. What will you be doing? Manage the day-to-day accounting and reporting responsibilities of the finance function including financial & management accounting. Preparation of accurate and timely Group Management Accounts in line with Group reporting timescales, including Balance...

We are partnering exclusively with a leading business services provider, in their search for an Interim Finance Control & Reconciliations Lead. 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 £260 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...

Vivid Resourcing are working with a respected Charity in the North West and are looking to help them find an interim Head of Finance for an initial 6 months. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Leading all financial management, budgeting, forecasting and management reporting • Overseeing statutory accounts and the annual audit process • Acting as Company Secretary and ensuring regulatory compliance • Reporting to the Trustee Board and Finance & Risk Committee • Line managing the IT & Data Systems Manager and driving digital improvements • Supporting the Chief Executive and Trustees with financial insight and analysis IDEAL CANDIDATE • Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) • Significant senior finance experience, ideally within the charity, public sector or a values-led organisation • Strong knowledge of financial governance, compliance and charity SORP • Proven experience engaging with Boards or Trustees • A confident communicator who can translate complex...

I am delighted to be partnering with a large progressive public sector organisation in the North West in their search for an Interim Head of Finance: Interim Head of Finance £550 to £600 DOE yORKSHIRE hybridRole Duties: Leading a team of six direct reports Proven ability to oversee both Financial Accounts and Financial Management Liaise with auditors Provide full financial control Drafting and presenting reportsEssential experience: Public Sector Experience (Local Authority Advantages) Qualified Accountant Recent experience at Head of Finance level Systems implementation experience would be advantageous. This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside a successful and supportive leadership team to add real value to a progressive organisation. If you believe you have the necessary skills and experience for the Interim Head of Finance role then, please apply now, or contact Abigail Day at Sellick Partnership. Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible...

Michael Page are currently recruiting for a Management Accountant based in Salford. Client Details An exciting global business with key finance offices based in Manchester. Description Prepare and analyse financial reports, budgets, and forecasts to support decision-making. Oversee month-end and year-end financial processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Monitor and manage cash flow to maintain financial stability. Provide insights into financial performance and recommend improvements where necessary. Collaborate with internal departments to ensure financial alignment with operational goals. Assist with statutory reporting and liaise with external auditors when required. Maintain accurate financial records and implement process improvements where applicable. Support the wider Accounting & Finance team in Salford with ad hoc projects and tasks.Profile A successful Management Accountant should have: Strong technical skills and a solid understanding of accounting...

Lead R2R Accountant Manchester 6 months contract Day Rate £600 via Umbrella Company 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. My client is one of the world's largest custodian bank and securities services company. Businesses, communities and global economies rely on them because they prioritize client experience, collaboration, innovation and resilience. As the "bank of banks," their unique perspective, informed by one of the largest datasets in the world, powers the financial industry. They understand the best way to succeed at anything is to Consider Everything. Guided by values and behaviours focused on excellence, integrity,...

Junior Controller - Reporting Location: Manchester (Hybrid) | Exp: 4+ Years PQE | Focus: Month- end The Role Act as the technical accounting expert within the Reporting and Ops team. You will be accountable for all group reporting requirements, ensuring the integrity of the P&L and Balance Sheet, and supporting the end-to-end external audit process. Key Responsibilities Group Reporting: Own the relationship with Group Finance, driving high-quality submissions and resolving technical queries. Audit Liaison: Support the management of the external audit process and coordinate key deliverables. Technical Excellence: Prepare accounting papers on provisions, judgments, and new standard implementations. Compliance: Maintain SOX controls, including local GAAP to US GAAP reconciliations. Business Partnering: Support the financial review of new contracts and lead monthly management meetings. Requirements Qualification: ACA qualified (preferred); ACCA/CIMA considered for the...

Interim Head of Finance Rate: £500 - £700 per day Contract: Interim, Full-time Location: North West (Hybrid/Remote Working) We are seeking an Interim Head of Finance to join a Local Authority for a six-month assignment. In this role, you will work closely with the Director of Resources to deliver on the Council's financial agenda and strategic objectives. Key Responsibilities: Provide leadership and strategic direction for the Accountancy and Administration functions, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives. Facilitate robust financial management practices to support the authority's operational and strategic goals. Ensure the Council's accounting systems and procedures comply with established standards and those agreed by the Director of Finance Essential Experience: A CCAB qualification and a management qualification, with membership of a relevant accountancy body and evidence of continued professional development (CPD). Proven experience in managing, motivating,...

ASA Recruitment’s client, a Public Sector organisation in Edinburgh/Glasgow, is currently looking to recruit a Finance Business Partner on a hybrid basis, on an initial 3 month contract (with potential extensions) on a rate of c.£(Apply online only)/day inside of IR35 (based on experience). The Role: We are seeking an interim Finance Business Partner to assist the Head of Finance in providing strategic management of the organisation’s corporate financial and physical resources to support the delivery of the organisation’s Corporate Plan. The interim Finance Business Partner will take ownership of key business partnering responsibilities, including budget holder engagement and elements of monthly and annual reporting. The role will also help balance workloads across the team, reduce single points of failure, and create necessary capacity and resilience for the finance team whilst we go through the process of recruiting to this role on a permanent basis. Essential Experience:...

Senior FP&A Analyst | Chester (Hybrid) | 12-Month FTC | Salary Competitive | Axon Moore is supporting a well-established business in the Chester area to recruit a Senior FP&A Analyst on a 12-month fixed-term contract. Great for a commercially minded finance professional to support financial planning, performance analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and business partnering within a fast-paced environment. Working closely with senior stakeholders, you’ll play a key role in delivering insight to support decision-making and business performance. About you: • Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ACCA/CIMA) • Strong analytical and financial modelling skills • Advanced Excel capability • Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management skills • Previous FP&A / commercial finance experience preferred To apply for this role, please follow the link below, and for more information, contact Maria @ Axon Moore

North West | Very Hybrid Working |£68,300 FTE | Superb Benefits A well-established and growing social housing provider organisation t is seeking an experienced Interim Head of Finance Business Partnering to join its finance leadership team on a 6-month fixed-term basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded finance leader to drive performance, lead change, and enhance financial business partnering across a complex organisation during a key transformation period. The Opportunity Reporting to the Director of Finance, you will lead the Finance Business Partnering function, providing strategic financial support across both revenue and capital expenditure. You will oversee budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting and business planning activities, while developing a high-performing business partnering culture. The successful candidate will also play a key role in driving automation, improving reporting capability, and delivering efficiencies across finance systems...