18 jobs found in Stoke-on-Trent

My client is a fast-growing retail service provider based in the Cheadle area. They are seeking a 9-month fixed-term position providing maternity cover within the Finance and Operations department. The Management Accountant will take hands-on ownership of the monthly management accounts process and the finance activities required to produce accurate, timely and well-controlled financial information. The role also owns routine customer invoicing and proformas, customer payment receipting and allocation, and the administration and financial control of stock ordering and deliveries. Working closely with the Head of Finance and Operations, the postholder will support agreed system and process changes and make practical suggestions where opportunities are identified. This role is looking for someone who is able to start immediately. Duties of the role will include; * Prepare complete monthly management accounts and supporting schedules to the agreed timetable * Complete...

RM Recruit is delighted to be partnering with a growing Academy Trust to recruit an experienced Head of Finance on an interim basis for approximately six months. As the Trust transitions from a Single Academy Trust to a Multi-Academy Trust (MAT), it requires a finance professional with sector expertise to provide strategic guidance on the development and implementation of enhanced financial procedures, controls, and operational processes. Main duties will include, but not be limited to: * Budget Forecast Return (BFR) and prepare the Trust for the critical August Year-End Audit. * Balance Sheet Oversight: Conduct necessary remediation on the balance sheet, focusing heavily on capitalisation, fixed assets, and balancing accounts * Centralisation & Reporting: Review, refine, and modernise the monthly Management Accounts (MA) process to better reflect structural changes across the MAT. * The successful candidate will be an accomplished Head of Finance or Senior...

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...

Your new company Hays are working with a well-established organisation who are looking to recruit a Part-Time Credit Controller to support their finance team on a temporary basis. This is a flexible opportunity offering either 3 or 4 days per week and would suit an experienced Credit Controller who can quickly integrate into the team and support with managing outstanding debt and maintaining strong customer relationships. Your new role As a Part-Time Credit Controller, your responsibilities will include: Chasing outstanding payments via telephone and email Managing and reducing aged debt Building and maintaining customer relationships Resolving invoice and payment queries Allocating cash and processing customer payment Reconciling customer accounts Supporting the wider finance team with ad hoc duties as required What you'll need to succeed Previous experience in a Credit Control role Strong communication and relationship-building skills Experience managing a high-volume...

Assistant Accountant 📍 Warrington (Hybrid Working) | 💰 Up to £35,000 + Study Support | ⏰ Early Finish Fridays Axon Moore are delighted to be partnering with a large, highly successful business in Warrington as they look to appoint an ambitious Assistant Accountant to join their growing finance team. This is an outstanding opportunity for a driven and career-focused individual who is currently studying CIMA, ACCA or AAT, and looking to accelerate their finance career within a supportive and progressive environment. Reporting directly to a talented and highly experienced Financial Controller, you'll receive excellent mentoring and development from day one, gaining exposure across the full management accounts process whilst building a strong foundation for future progression. The Opportunity Joining a well-established finance function, you'll initially take ownership of a high volume of bank reconciliations, making previous bank rec experience essential. As your knowledge and...

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...

Are you looking to develop your career within finance? Whether you're currently studying AAT or have built your experience through previous finance roles, this could be an excellent opportunity to join an established organisation and gain valuable experience within a busy Finance team. In the Financial Account Assistant role, you will be: Supporting the preparation of month-end accounts, including journals, accruals and prepayments. Assisting with balance sheet reconciliations to ensure financial information is accurate and up to date. Helping prepare financial information and supporting documentation for internal and external audits. Assisting with capital expenditure reporting and maintaining accurate financial records. Supporting the production of statutory and regulatory financial returns. Working alongside colleagues across the Finance team to deliver an efficient and professional service. Undertaking additional finance and administrative duties as required.  To be...

Senior Salmon are recruiting for a Claims Specialist / Technical Claims Lead in Alfreton to combine hands-on claims management with technical leadership and operational oversight. The role handles domestic, commercial, high-value, and major-loss insurance claims from initial instruction to completion. Acting as the primary technical escalation point, you will provide expert guidance on complex scenarios, restoration strategies, and field coordination while ensuring compliance with SLAs, FCA guidelines, and GDPR. Key Responsibilities & Duties • End-to-End Claims Management: Manage high-value, complex, and routine property claims. Act as the primary contact for insurers, policyholders, loss adjusters, and surveyors, negotiating fair resolutions and authorising variations within your delegated authority. • Technical Oversight & Quality Assurance: Mentor junior team members, review field technician logs, track drying programs, and ensure all documentation (moisture maps,...

South Birmingham | £33,000 - £37,000 Are you an Assistant Management Accountant looking for a role where you can build on your management accounts experience while working within a supportive and collaborative finance team? We're partnering with a well-established organisation in South Birmingham to recruit an Assistant Management Accountant. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys month-end accounting, financial reporting and partnering with budget holders, while also contributing to process improvements and the wider success of the finance function. If you're looking for a varied role with excellent development opportunities, we'd love to hear from you. What you'll be doing Supporting the month-end close through the preparation of journals, accruals and prepayments. Completing balance sheet reconciliations and ensuring financial records remain accurate. Assisting with the production of monthly management accounts and financial reports. Supporting...

Your new company A fantastic opportunity has been registered for an Interim Head of Financial Planning (MTFP) within a Local Government Authority based in the West Midlands. This role offers the chance to shape and influence the financial future of a major council, reporting directly to the Director of Finance and acting as a trusted advisor to Members, the Corporate Leadership Team, and Directorate Heads of Finance. Your new role Your role as Interim Head of Financial Planning (MTFP), you will play a central role in shaping how financial resources are managed across all areas of this large public sector organisation. Your day-to-day responsibilities will see you leading a talented team of 3, focused on providing insightful analysis, robust reporting, and strategic advice that supports both immediate operational needs and long-term ambitions. You will work closely with senior leaders to ensure that all financial planning activities, from budget setting to monitoring, are executed...

Job Title: Case & Claims Handler Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract (3 Months) Location: Coleshill Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm - can be flexible Pay rate - 14.00ph We are seeking highly motivated and detail-oriented Case & Claims Handlers to join a dedicated taskforce focused on resolving outstanding customer cases and claims. This is a high-intensity, short-term assignment designed to improve customer experience, resolve historical issues, and support customer retention through efficient case management. The successful candidates will investigate customer claims, identify root causes of issues, implement corrective actions, and ensure customers are kept informed throughout the resolution process. Key Responsibilities Investigate customer cases and claims, with a primary focus on: Stock balance and pricing discrepancies Resolve cases efficiently and accurately to meet customer requirements. Process credits, stock adjustments, and other...

Aged Debt Supervisor Bournville, West Midlands 6 Month Contract £20.35 per hour Responsibilities: * Hold weekly ledger reviews with Collections Executives to review outstanding debt, offering guidance and support to resolve complex queries * Support Collections Executives with customer contact escalations, this will involve customer phone calls, emails and on occasions face to face to recover monies owed * Conduct Overdues/Invalids meetings with Commercial * Conduct daily and ad-hoc Overdues meetings with the Back Office, guide and support in driving actions to ensure timely customer payments are received * Arrange ad-hoc meetings with key stakeholders to ensure required actions have been completed ahead of communications to the customer * Assist / co-ordinate in the prompt resolution of customer queries during the collections cycle * Undertake analysis of Root Cause Code in the Dispute Management System (DMS) to recognise common issues / trends * Liaise...

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,...

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...

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....

Are you fluent in Polish and seeking an exciting temporary opportunity in accounts payable? Join a dynamic team where your language skills and attention to detail will play a vital role in managing financial transactions and supporting our company's financial operations. This is a fantastic chance to showcase your expertise in a fast-paced environment while gaining valuable experience within a growing organisation. Required Skills: Fluency in Polish and English, both written and verbal Strong attention to detail and accuracy in invoice processing Proficiency with MS Office, particularly Excel Experience with accounts payable processes is preferred Excellent communication and problem-solving skillsNice to Have Skills: Previous experience working in a finance or accounting department Familiarity with ERP or accounting software Good understanding of finance or accounting principles Prior experience in a similar role is advantageous This is a great opportunity to leverage your...

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...