136 accounting jobs found in Leicester

Contract type: Fixed-term 18 months Hours: 37.5 Salary: circa £72k depending on experience Location: Canary Wharf WFH policy: Employees are required to attend the office 2 days/week Flexible working: Variety of flexible work patterns subject to line manager discretion e.g. Compressed 9-day fortnight. Reports to: Lead Finance Manager Deadline Note: We reserve the right to close the advert before the advertised deadline if there are a high volume of applications. Role Summary: Lead technical accounting for new schemes and changes to existing schemes. Work closely with the Finance Settlements Manager, Finance Schemes & Reporting Partner, Financial Advisors and Audit, Risk and Assurance Committee (ARAC). Key Responsibilities The role's key responsibilities, covering both LCCC and ESC, are outlined below. This overview is not exhaustive. As schemes grow, responsibilities may change. LCCC reserves the right to assign other duties commensurate with the role as required. *...

Interim Management Accountant Location: Leicester Contract: 6-12 months Day Rate: £250 - £300 per day DOE Working Pattern: Hybrid Hamilton Woods Associates are currently supporting a leading manufacturing business in Leicester with the appointment of an Interim Management Accountant. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Management Accountant to join an established finance function and take ownership of key month-end, management accounting and manufacturing finance activities from day one. The Role Reporting into the Finance Manager, you will play a hands-on role across month-end, management reporting and financial analysis, working closely with operational teams to provide accurate and meaningful financial information. Key responsibilities will include: Preparing monthly management accounts and supporting month-end close. Producing and analysing P&L and balance sheet reporting. Completing balance sheet reconciliations and investigating variances....

Level 3 accountant required for our public sector client Hybrid working: three days per week in the office. Capital Accountant Urgent accountancy tasks needed to be completed in a timely manner. Urgent tasks include, supporting the council financial accounts process by using specialist knowledge in corporate finance, government policy and local authority finance legislation. Preparing and reviewing relevant working papers for the statement of accounts, including timely responses to auditors. Answer technical capital accounting external audit queries and support with sampling, complete key reconciliations, support with the production of quarterly capital monitoring reports and government returns/grant claims. Revenue Accountant Post holder required to answer external audit queries and support with sampling, complete key reconciliations, review balance sheet reconciliations by other accountancy teams, support with the production of quarterly revenue monitoring reports and lead on...

Financial Accountant Location: Leicestershire - Hybrid Working Pattern: 3 days office-based / 2 days working from home Salary: £45,000-£55,000 per annum Contract: 9-12 months Start date: ASAP The Financial Accountant will provide effective financial accounting, control and reporting across a large, multi-site education organisation. Key Responsibilities: Manage month-end close, balance sheet reporting, reconciliations and financial controls. Ensure accurate accounting of income, expenditure, restricted funds, grants and donations. Maintain the fixed asset register and oversee depreciation accounting. Manage cash flow forecasting, treasury activity and cash reporting. Oversee billing, collections and debt management. Lead the preparation of statutory accounts and coordinate interim and year-end audits. Complete regulatory, government and grant reporting requirements. Maintain strong financial governance, compliance records and internal controls. Manage VAT, Corporation...

Assistant Management Accountant  RECfinancial are looking to recruit an organised and detail-focused Assistant Management Accountant to join a successful finance team for a maternity cover.  Working on a full-time basis Monday to Friday Commutable from Ashby, Coalville, Loughborough and greater Leicestershire Reporting to the Finance Director and supporting the Management Accounts function, you will play an important role in the preparation of monthly management accounts, fixed asset accounting, and a variety of financial reporting activities. This is a varied opportunity within a large and busy organisation, offering excellent exposure to month-end processes, fixed assets, stock, projects, and year-end activities. Key Responsibilities of the Assistant Management Accountant role include: Maintain and manage the Fixed Asset Register. Place Capex orders as required. Add new assets to the system when received. Process asset invoices and additions. Process asset disposals,...

Contract Length: 5 months Rate: £32073 to £48117 per annum Location: Can be Remote Working Sellick Partnership is currently supporting a client with a specialist finance project and is seeking an experienced Financial Accountant or Technical Accountant to undertake a short-term assignment focused on the review and reconstruction of historical accounting records. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on finance professional with strong reconciliation and technical accounting skills to support a complex review of lease car scheme transactions and associated balance sheet activity. The Assignment The successful candidate will be responsible for reviewing and reconstructing accounting records relating to a lease car scheme involving approximately 300 users. The role will require detailed investigation of historical transactions, employee deductions, VAT calculations, and balance sheet reconciliations to ensure records are accurate and auditable. Key Responsibilities...

Location: Fully Remote Rate: TBC – Inside IR35 Hours: 37 hours per week Contract: Until 31 December 2026 Start: 7 September 2026 Interview: MS Teams ### The Role We are recruiting an experienced Interim Technical Accountant to undertake a comprehensive review of the year-end closedown and Statement of Accounts processes across two local authority organisations. This is a senior technical assignment requiring extensive local government accounting and closedown experience. The successful candidate will review the 2025/26 closedown process, identify weaknesses and opportunities for improvement, strengthen audit readiness and ensure processes comply with the CIPFA Code of Practice and local authority accounting requirements. Alongside the closedown review, you will provide senior technical support to the Corporate Finance function, undertaking responsibilities aligned with a Chief Accountant-level role. ### Key Responsibilities Undertake a fundamental review of the 2025/26 year-end...

Your new company Hays Accountancy & Finance are delighted to be partnering with an educational group who are strengthening their finance team in the search for an Interim Management Accountant for 3 months + who will assist with the schools' budgets and forecast preparation as well as support the wider finance. This role will be based in Sheffield and will be 5 days on-site, hours can be flexible. Your new role You will join the organisation as a Management Accountant (AAT qualified or part‑qualified), taking a pivotal role in delivering timely, accurate financial information that empowers school leaders and senior managers to make confident, evidence‑based decisions. You will work closely with Finance Business Partners, school business managers and the central finance team to maintain strong financial controls, support audits and ensure compliance with accounting policies and regulations. Your responsibilities will be to produce accurate monthly management accounts,...

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Management Accountant to join an established organisation in Worcester on a part-time basis. This is an ongoing assignment, working 3 days per week, with an expected start date in early September. The successful candidate must have previous experience from within charity sector. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the Management Accountant will take responsibility for the day-to-day financial accounting function, production of monthly management accounts and provision of financial support and guidance to budget holders. Key Responsibilities * Prepare and maintain monthly management accounts, including adjustments, accruals, prepayments, recharges and depreciation. * Post payroll-related journals, including ER National Insurance and pension entries. * Manage Gift Aid provisions and claims. * Reconcile intercompany accounts, standing orders and direct debits. * Maintain accurate balance sheet reconciliations and...

We are recruiting for a qualified Financial Accountant to join our client’s Finance Team in Royston on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This hands-on role will support group reporting, statutory accounts, consolidation and technical accounting during a busy period. Our client can offer an excellent package, and a hybrid working model. Key responsibilities * Support monthly group consolidation, including journals and review of consolidated results. * Prepare statutory financial statements, reconciliations, variance analysis and commentary. * Assist with month-end reporting and assigned entity deliverables. * Provide clear information to auditors, advisers and internal stakeholders. * Research and apply IFRS guidance to technical accounting matters. The ideal candidate * ACA or ACCA qualified. * Strong IFRS and technical accounting knowledge. * Experience in group reporting, consolidation, statutory accounts and audit support. * Highly organised, accurate...

We are delighted to be supporting a dynamic retail business based in Greater Manchester in their search for an Temporary  Financial Accountant. This exciting opportunity is ideal for a qualified accountant who enjoys the interim market or is keen to do a temporary role while they search for a longer term opportunity.  As part of the financial accounting team, you'll play a vital role in ensuring accurate financial reporting & compliance. Lead on inter-company accounting processes for the UK, collaborating with other group finance teams to ensure timely month-end reporting. Prepare and review monthly P&L and balance sheet statements for various operating expenses within the UK business. Assist the Finance Manager with financial accounting tasks, management reporting, and regulatory compliance activities. Support statutory reporting duties, including the production of statutory accounts, VAT, tax filings, and liaising with auditors. Ensure SOX controls are operated...

Join a growing financial services organisation in Reading, Berkshire as a Project Accountant. This innovative firm values a collaborative culture, professional growth and a commitment to delivering excellence. With a dedicated team supporting strategic initiatives and project delivery, they are seeking a skilled individual to manage financial aspects of their projects and drive operational success. This role offers an excellent chance for career development within a dynamic environment that prioritises expertise and proactive thinking.  This role is offered initially on a 6 month contract basis with a view to become permanent.  What will the Project Accountant role involve? Overseeing project financials, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost tracking to support project goals Analysing project performance and providing actionable insights to project teams and stakeholders Ensuring project-related financial compliance and reporting accuracy Assisting with process...

Our global SaaS client is now seeking an experienced Accountant to join their Finance team to drive business growth and profitability through strategic, financial and operational leadership. Their team is comprised of finance, accounting, supply chain, corporate strategy & development and tax professionals that support and enhance operating efficiencies. This is a 3-month Contract offering an award-winning work environment with hybrid working 3 days in the office. Responsibilities * Full oversight of entity month end close activities and reporting * Works closely & in partnership with International US GAAP accounting shared services centre as well as FITG (Financial Integrity, Transformation & Governance) to ensure timely and accurate entity close. * Reviews month end close activities of other team members as required * Completes monthly P&L and balance sheet analytical review with commentary, trend analysis on revenue & close review with FP&A...

Management Accountant Merrifield Consultants is delighted to be partnering with an international health charity to recruit a Management Accountant. This role will take ownership of the UK management accounts process and provide clear, accurate financial information to senior leaders and trustees. Working closely with the Director of Finance in London and finance colleagues overseas, the Management Accountant will manage reporting from journals and reconciliations through to completed management accounts. The role also covers detailed variance analysis, audit preparation and the day to day oversight of key financial operations. Salary: £45,000 to £50,000 per annum, pro rata Contract: 3 month temporary contract with a temp to perm option Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week Location: Hybrid, London Key responsibilities Management accounts: Produce accurate monthly accounts, completing journals, balance sheet reconciliations and financial statements within agreed deadlines....

Our client is a global SaaS company who are now seeking a qualified accountant for a 3 month contract based at their impressive UK headquarters in central London. Hybrid, with 3 days a week in the office. Responsibilities * Full oversight of entity month end close activities, journal entries. * Reviews month end close activities of other team members as required. * Completes monthly P&L and balance sheet analytical review with commentary, trend analysis on revenue & close review with FP&A & other key stakeholders. * Prepares statutory bridge reconciliation from US GAAP to local GAAP on secondary ledger. * Prepares annual statutory financial statements with input from local accounting & tax advisors as required and presents results to CAO. Qualifications * Qualified accountant; CA/ACA/CPA with 4 years relevant experience. * Strong technical IFRS and financial accounting expertise. (US GAPP would prove very useful.) * Strong technical...

Our client is a global SaaS company who are now seeking a qualified accountant for a 3 month contract based at their impressive UK headquarters in central London. Hybrid, with 3 days a week in the office. Responsibilities * Full oversight of entity month end close activities and reporting. * Reviews month end close activities of other team members as required. * Completes monthly P&L and balance sheet analytical review with commentary, trend analysis on revenue & close review with FP&A & other key stakeholders. * Prepares statutory bridge reconciliation from US GAAP to local GAAP on secondary ledger. * Prepares annual statutory financial statements with input from local accounting & tax advisors as required and presents results to CAO. * Drives completion & filings of Corporate Tax Returns and Indirect Tax/VAT Returns. Qualifications * Qualified accountant; CA/ACA/CPA with 4 years relevant experience. * Strong technical (US GAAP or...

Management Accountant (Temp to Perm) Start Date: ASAP Duration: 2-3 months (with potential to become permanent) Pay Rate: £24.72 - £27.47 per hour (£45,000 - £50,000 annual salary equivalent) Location: Shad Thames, London Our client is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Management Accountant to join their team on an initial temporary basis, with the opportunity to transition into a permanent role. This position is ideal for a part-qualified or recently qualified CIMA or ACCA professional who has hands-on experience in accounting, financial analysis, and reporting. We're looking for someone with a genuine passion for numbers and a strong desire to develop a long-term career in finance. Key Responsibilities Oversee core financial operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and credit control Assist in delivering monthly financial reporting, including analysis, reconciliations, and results Manage and support the accounts processing teams across London and...

Assistant Accountant Full Time & Office Based 6+ MONTH TEMPORARY CONTRACT Calne Up to c.£40,000 Are you an experienced accounting professional who is immediately available or on a short notice period? Do you enjoy the variety of both accounting and other office duties? Do you have previous experience with SAP (or at least Sage)? Interested in joining a dynamic business on a 6+ month fixed term contract? If you have answered "Yes" to all of the above, then I would love to hear from you! Our client is a well established business and they are looking to recruit an Assistant Accountant on a contract basis. The role is broad and covers several functions which includes the processing of financial transactions, month-end reporting, payroll administration and import/export activities. Key Responsibilities Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reports. Support the production of monthly Profit & Loss (P&L) statements. Review, reconcile and...

Your new company Hays Accountancy & Finance are partnering with a well-established & growing services business within an interesting sector to recruit a dynamic & experienced Management Accountant based in Chippenham, Wiltshire. This is a 12-month fixed-term contract to support during a period of growth and change, reporting directly to the Financial Controller. A varied & hands-on position taking ownership of management accounts preparation, balance sheet processes, budgetary/forecasting support, financial analysis through to oversight of transactional processes, along with process improvement projects. The position will offer remote/office hybrid working once settled in and is open to part-qualified/qualified or qualified by experience Accountants, looking to really add value within a close-knit accounting function. Your new role Your key duties will involve preparation of monthly management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations, budgeting/forecasting...

Morgan McKinley is looking for an experienced, part-qualified Assistant Accountant to join a company based just outside of Horsham, West Sussex. The Bookkeeper - Assistant Accountant will join a small Finance team, supporting with financial analysis and monthly management accounts. This finance role is to start ASAP and will be working initially on a 3 month fixed term contract basis. Location: Outskirts of Horsham, West Sussex. Office based. Parking is available onsite Duration: 3 month fixed term contract Salary: £35-40K Hours: 8.30-5 / 9-5.30 Assistant Accountant duties: Process foreign currency invoices and payments Process daily bank transactions across Main, Deposit, Reserve, USD, and EUR accounts Monitor and maintain stock and stock reconciliations Manage the invoicing, accounts payable daily Weekly balance sheet reconciliations for all bank accounts Preparation of month end balance sheet reconciliations Supporting month end management accounts Update and maintaining...