16 accounting jobs found in St Albans

Commercial Accountant Central London - Office Based Initially 6 Month Contract with Temp to Perm Option Our client, a high‑growth, people‑centric organisation is an ambitious business known for creating premium, service‑led environments where companies feel supported and able to perform at their best. Their focus on exceptional quality, experience, and a genuinely human approach sets them apart, and their entrepreneurial culture offers the kind of pace and opportunity where talented individuals can make a visible impact and grow with the organisation. They are now seeking a commercially sharp, polished finance leader who can combine hands‑on financial leadership with the credibility to engage intelligently with senior stakeholders and potential financiers. Someone as strong in the boardroom as they are in the numbers, bringing commercial instinct, strategic awareness, and professional finesse. Are you a hands‑on commercial operator with strong financial instincts who is ready...

Assistant Management Accountant Pertemps Reading are currently recruiting for an Assistant Management Accountant to join a reputable client based in Reading. Hours: 9:00am – 5:30pm, Monday to Friday Working Pattern: 1 day per week hybrid working (4 days in the office) Key Responsibilities for this Assistant Management Accountant will include: Purchase Ledger Management Take ownership of the purchase ledger function, ensuring accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices Review, code and post invoices accurately, maintaining strong financial controls and supporting month-end reporting Perform supplier statement reconciliations, proactively investigating and resolving discrepancies Manage the finance inbox, acting as a key point of contact for supplier queries and internal stakeholders Management Accounts Assist in drafting monthly management accounts for both the UK and Irish entities Prepare journals, accruals, and prepayments Perform balance sheet...

Our client, experts in their field, are a modern and innovative firm looking for a Finance Assistant for maternity cover, 9-12 months. You will support and assist the Head of Finance with day-to-day financial management. What’s in it for you? * Salary: Up to £33k depending on experience * Hours: Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm * 25 days holiday (plus 2 additional for Christmas period) * Subsidised parking Key responsibilities: * Update financial spreadsheets with monthly transactions * Prepare profit and loss schedules * Reconcile bank statements * Provide regular updates on fees delivered against target * Process tax payments on Finance Managers instructions * Record monthly payroll entries and journals thereof * Process monthly pension payments and recording thereof * Process supplier invoices and follow up with suppliers and managers as needed * Provide administrative support during budget preparation * Participate in annual audits * Preparation...

Senior Consultant – IBM TM1 / Planning Analytics (Financial Services) We’re working with a growing Finance Consulting Modelling (FCM) team that specialises in delivering advanced FP&A and financial modelling solutions to organisations across the Financial Services sector. They’re looking for an experienced IBM TM1 / Planning Analytics professional to join the team at Senior Consultant level, helping design and deliver complex financial models that support planning, budgeting, forecasting and strategic decision-making for senior finance stakeholders. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-performing consulting environment where you’ll work closely with solution architects, finance teams and senior stakeholders to build scalable modelling solutions that drive real business impact. The Role As a Senior Consultant, you’ll specialise in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) and play a key role in designing, developing and implementing IBM TM1 models tailored to...

Please note this a an initial 4 month contract, an immediate start is required. Role: Finance Assistant The Finance Assistant will support the management and monitoring of the financial performance for a key client account. The role involves working closely with the Client Services Finance Business Partner and the wider client services team to provide accurate and timely financial information. Responsibilities will include producing both internal and external financial reports and supporting the delivery of client accounting requirements. Full training will be provided. Key Responsibilities Produce monthly client management packs for presentation to contract managers and the Portfolio Director. Assist with the preparation of monthly departmental management accounts and internal financial review packs for client accounts. Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations. Validate client invoices in line with agreed processes and procedures. Ensure purchase orders are raised and...

Your new company A long‑established financial institution operating across international markets, providing a broad mix of retail, corporate and wealth management services. The organisation supports customers through branch banking, digital platforms, and cross‑border financial solutions, with an emphasis on serving both individuals and businesses in key global financial hubs. Your new role The client is seeking a Finance Officer to join the team on a temporary basis, with the potential to extend based on business needs. Key responsibilities include: Preparing & submitting daily, weekly and monthly H.O. reports. Reporting on the daily LCR report. Checking daily reconciliations. Preparing invoice entries and entering supplier payments through the Faster payment system. Authorising daily T24 entries Preparing Quarterly VAT Returns for all branches and subsidiaries. Assisting with the CAR Report. Monthly and Quarterly BoE Reporting. Assisting with invoices scanning Ad hoc...

Adapro Talent Partners are delighted to have been retained by a growing AIM Listed organisation who are looking to recruit a Head of Financial Control to cover a 14 month period of Maternity Leave. **4 Day Working Week with only 1 Day in Office** Reporting to the Head of Finance, this key position will be responsible for overseeing financial management, internal reporting, planning and financial analysis. Key Responsibilities will include: Financial Reporting * Produce monthly management accounts and finance packs for the Board in relation to financial performance and KPIs * Oversee the month-end, half-year and year-end close processes, ensuring robust reconciliation procedures, accurate journal postings and adherence to reporting timelines. * Produce comprehensive management accounts and financial performance reports (KPIs) providing clear commentary on key variances, trends and underlying drivers of performance. * Ensure the integrity and completeness of the...

Job Title: Finance Manager Location: Liverpool Street, London (Hybrid Working: 2-3 Days in Office) Pay: £30-35 per Hour Contract: Ongoing Position, Minimum 12 Months Hours: Monday - Friday, 10 AM - 6 PM Start Date: Early February Are you a dynamic Finance Manager looking for your next challenge? Our client, a forward-thinking organisation based in London, is on the hunt for an enthusiastic Finance Manager who thrives in a fast-paced, start-up environment. If you're ready to make a significant impact while working with a passionate team, we want to hear from you! Your Role: As the Finance Manager, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing financial operations and ensuring our client's financial health. Your responsibilities will include: Completing month-end reporting and preparing management accounts. Reviewing and preparing financial statements, including balance sheets and P&L. Handling corporate financial requirements, such as updating Companies House and managing...

Finance Officer – Accounts Receivable Location: London Contract: Temporary (6-months initial) Salary: £23.40 umbrella / £21.14 PAYE Inclusive / £18.86 PAYE Exclusive Start Date: ASAP Contact: (url removed) Job Description Service Care Solutions are recruiting on behalf of a housing association in London for a Finance Officer to join the team on a temporary basis. The postholder will be required to manage and process all aspects of the processing of rental, cash receipts and other income in the Accounts Receivable function. Key Responsibilities Process and allocate all rental income, cash receipts, Housing Benefit payments, and invoices accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring compliance with financial procedures and regulations. Manage account queries, adjustments, reconciliations, and month-end processes, investigating and resolving anomalies efficiently. Liaise with Local Authorities, Housing Benefit departments, Social Services, banks, payment providers,...

We are partnering with a market leading construction engineering company in their search for a Finance Analyst. This is a 4 month temporary role initially, based in Maidenhead offering hybrid working (2 days at home) and a day rate of up to £350 per day for the right candidate. The Role You will play a key part in collecting, validating, and presenting financial data while providing strategic and operational feedback on company performance to senior management. Key Responsibilities: Divisional Accounting: Prepare first-line reviews for Natural Resources business unit results and assist with balance sheet reconciliations for Transportation and Natural Resources. Project Support: Work with Project Managers to ensure correct contract close-outs and resolve cost queries to ensure appropriate client charging. Financial Operations: Manage payroll reconciliations (weekly and monthly), intercompany recharges, and the preparation of CITB/ECITB returns. Process Improvement: Support...

We are partnering with a market leading construction engineering company in their search for a Finance Manager. This is a 4 month temporary role initially, based in Maidenhead offering hybrid working (2 days at home) and a day rate of up to £450 per day for the right candidate. The Role As a key member of the R2R team, you will ensure the accuracy and timeliness of financial data while providing strategic insights to senior leadership. You will oversee the overhead business unit results and lead a direct report to drive excellence in financial reporting. Key Responsibilities: Team Leadership: Manage and develop one direct report. Financial Integrity: Oversee first-line reviews of overhead results and sign off on all balance sheet reconciliations. Process Management: Manage the Fixed Asset Register, insurance recharges, and VAT reconciliations. Compliance & Audit: Coordinate with tax teams and manage queries from external auditors. Stakeholder Engagement: Translate...

Position: ICFR and Fraud Risk Associate Location: Chertsey Salary: On Application Duration: Ongoing Hours: Monday-Friday, 9am-5:30pm Overview of a ICFR and Fraud Risk Associate As an ICFR and Fraud Risk Associate, you will sit within the Tax and Financial Control team, supporting the delivery of Korea Sarbanes-Oxley (K-SOX) compliance and fraud risk management activities. Reporting to the Fraud and ICFR Senior Manager, you will play a key role in strengthening internal controls, supporting audit processes, and enhancing fraud prevention frameworks across the organisation. Responsibilities of a ICFR and Fraud Risk Associate * Support end-to-end ICFR and K-SOX compliance processes, including control walkthroughs and testing. * Coordinate with internal and external auditors, supporting audit activities such as sample selection, evidence collection, and remediation tracking. * Monitor and report on control deficiencies, partnering with process owners to implement...

Qualified FP&A Controller - Milton Keynes - £80,000-£90,000 - 6 months FTC We are pleased to be partnering with an employer of choice in Milton Keynes. They are looking for a highly capable Qualified FP&A Controller to join their Finance team on a fixed-term contract for 6 months. This role is central to delivering high‑quality financial insight, reporting and analysis to senior management, directors and key stakeholders. You’ll play a key part in driving accurate monthly reporting, robust forecasting, and meaningful analysis that supports decision‑making across the business. Reporting to the Financial Controller, you’ll focus primarily on FP&A responsibilities while also supporting wider Finance deliverables. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant with strong analytical capability, excellent Excel skills and a proactive, detail‑driven approach. Key Responsibilities: Monthly Accounts & Reporting * Support the production and delivery of...

We’re looking for a Financial Reporting Manager for our public sector client based in Surrey on an initial 3 month contract paying £511 per day Inside IR35. This role offers hybrid working, with an expectation to attend the office on a regular basis. The successful candidate will be CCAB qualified and have strong experience within Local Government finance, particularly around year-end accounts and financial control. You will be responsible for leading the annual close process, maintaining ledger integrity, supporting statutory reporting, and providing expert financial advice to senior stakeholders. The role also includes oversight of balance sheet management, collection fund accounting, banking arrangements, and liaison with internal and external audit. Key requirements: • CCAB (or equivalent) qualified • Proven experience closing Local Authority accounts • Strong knowledge of financial reporting and governance within a Council setting • Experience working with senior finance...

Job Title: Finance Business Partner  - SC Location: Aldermaston, Reading Contract Duration: 12 Months Working Pattern: 4 days/ week – 2 on site Daily Rate: £61.76/hr(Umbrella – Maximum) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Security Clearance: SC Job Purpose: Direction of financial activities of a CFO Finance functional team: Financial Accounting, Financial Planning & Analysis, Financial Compliance and Finance Systems. Leadership and line management of a functional team. Key Accountabilities: Manage and deliver all financial activities as assigned to time, cost and quality. Develop and deliver functional strategy and drive delivery of objectives. Line managing and task managing as appropriate in accordance with company policies, processes and guidelines. Provide guidance to and drive performance of team. Ensure a rigorous internal finance control and governance framework is in place and is complied with for relevant functional activities. Drive and enable identification and...

Assistant Director - Corporate Finance / Deputy s151 Officer - Interim Spencer Clarke Group are working with a London Borough to appoint an Interim Assistant Director of Corporate Finance / Deputy Section 151 Officer. This is a senior leadership role responsible for strategic financial management, corporate finance oversight and supporting the statutory responsibilities of the s151 function. What's on Offer Day Rate: £718 - £895 per day Contract length: 6 months initially Full-time Hybrid working Start: ASAP / subject to notice The Role The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership across the Council's finance function and support the statutory responsibilities of the s151 officer. Key responsibilities: Providing strategic financial leadership across corporate finance functions. Supporting delivery of sustainable financial strategies and medium-term financial planning. Leading corporate finance services including treasury, capital, revenue planning and...