166 accounting jobs found in Leicester

Finance Specialist - Accounting Operations 📍 Leicester (Office-Based) ⏳ Contract | Inside IR35 🕒 37.5 hours per week We are currently recruiting for a Finance Specialist - Accounting Operations to join a well-established global engineering and technology organisation on a contract basis. This role will support a busy finance function during a key integration period and offers the opportunity to work within a structured, professional accounting environment. The Role Working as part of the Accounting Operations team, you will provide hands-on support across month-end close and day-to-day accounting activities, helping the team achieve accelerated close deadlines while maintaining accuracy and compliance. Key Responsibilities Provide general accounting support during month-end close activities Prepare and post journal entries Perform account reconciliations Support month-end close processes and reporting Interpret and apply enterprise standards, SOPs and process maps...

Job Title: Finance / Accounting Specialist Location: Leicester, Groby Pay Rate: £22 per hour Contract: 6 months, Start ASAP Description: We are seeking a Finance/Accounting Specialist to provide general accounting support and assist with month-end close activities. The role includes journal entries, account reconciliations, and payment processing across multiple entities and bank accounts. The ideal candidate will work independently, ensure accuracy, and recommend process improvements. Key Responsibilities: Support month-end close while meeting LCD+3 deadlines Prepare and post journal entries Perform account reconciliations Process payments across 25 bank accounts / 7 legal entities Resolve misdirected payments and banking issues from BR HQ Apply Enterprise Standards, SOPs, and Process Maps to ensure compliance Identify and recommend improvements to existing processesRequired Qualifications: Bachelor's degree OR + 4 years finance experienceDesired Skills & Attributes:...

We are looking for a Financial Accounting Analyst to join our client’s team for an initial 12-month contract, which will be reviewed and re-assessed thereafter. Pay - £22.25 per hour. Basic Function Assistance with financial accounting activities and supporting the preparation of statutory accounts and audit for UK entities. Responsibilities Assistance with the preparation of year end statutory accounts for several entities. Assistance with UK statutory and group audits. Completion of multiple balance sheet reconciliations in accordance with required timescales and company policy. Month end accounting activities. Completion of various periodic internal and external (OFNS) questionnaires. Assistance with wider financial accounting team responsibilities when required and undertaking ad-hoc accounting projects.    Skills/Experience Financial accounting and analytical background, with excellent problem solving skills. Working knowledge of financial reporting under...

This role has an expected duration of 12 months for an experienced qualified/part qualified accountant with experience of preparing year end statutory accounts and ideally working under IFRS regulations. THE BENEFITS: £22.25 per hour, free on-site parking and excellent cafeteria facilities. THE ROLE: This role has an expected duration of 12 months and will be an added resource to the team. The role will include preparing year end statutory accounts and assisting with UK statutory and group audits. Month end accounting activities, completing multiple balance sheet reconciliations to an agreed timescale, providing assistance with the wider financial accounting duties and ad hoc projects as and when required. THE CANDIDATE: The successful applicant could be a qualified or part qualified ACA/ACCA accountant with previous experience of preparing year end statutory accounts and ideally working under IFRS regulations. A keen eye for detail is essential as is a high standard of systems...

Financial Accounting Analyst - Immingham – up to £46,000 Chase & Holland are very excited to be working with one of Imminghams most prestigious companies in finding a Financial Accounting Analyst for a 12 month contract. This is a great opportunity in a well-respected and successful business. You will be responsible for financial accounting activities and supporting the preparation of statutory accounts and audit for multiple UK entities.   Financial Accounting Analyst Responsibilities: Assistance with the preparation of year end statutory accounts for several entities Assistance with UK statutory and group audits Completion of multiple balance sheet reconciliations Month end accounting activities Completion of various periodic internal and external (OFNS) questionnaires Assistance with wider financial accounting team responsibilities when required and undertaking ad-hoc accounting projectsRequired Skills & Experience: Later stages PQ or qualified accountant with...

Ref: 23274 MW Title: Accounting Associate Manager (Japanese speaker) Salary: GBP 40-45K (depends on experience) Location: London Status: 1 year FTC Accounting Associate Manager - Responsibilities: * Prepare management accounts, journal entries input, bank reconciliation and consolidation package. * Liaise with external auditor and tax advisor to prepare statutory accounts and tax return. * Oversee payments and invoicing procedure. * Assist in internal control assessment and improvement. * Prepare annual budget and update forecast on a regular basis. * Analyse the variance between budget, actual result and forecast, monitor budget achievement progress. * Support business team in asset management and project development. * Prepare board meeting materials, documents filing and other corporate related administrative matters. * Assist in general administrative duties for team members as appropriate. Accounting Associate Manager - Requirements: *...

Interim Reconciliations Accountant - Hybrid Working Immediate Start Temporary Ongoing Our client requires a suitable experienced Accountant to support their business on an interim basis with a reconciliations project. Key tasks: - Financial reconciliations - Producing daily and weekly reports - Investigating accounting transactions - Investigating variances and apply corrections - - Build strong stakeholder relationships Skills needed: - Experience working within a Financial Accounting role - Advanced analytical and numeracy skills - Management of the processing and handling of large volumes of data - Ability to work well to deadlines - Effective problem solving - Understanding accounting principles with strong relevant working experience within medium or larger business environments - Experience of presenting/reporting to stakeholders - Advanced excel skills - Ability to work using own initiative and as part of a team - Structured thinker and planner

Project Accountant Birmingham (hybrid working) 6 month contract (inside IR35) We are seeking an experienced Project Accountant to support a Finance team following a major systems migration. This role will focus on validating and embedding a new Gross Margin Report that underpins revenue recognition, industry cost accuracy and customer profitability. Working closely with Finance, IT and a software development partner, you will test and validate revenue, cost and billing data, investigate variances, and ensure the reporting is robust, auditable and ready for use. Key responsibilities * Test and validate cost, revenue and billing lines within the Gross Margin Report * Identify, track and resolve calculation and data issues * Reconcile reporting to external industry cost and settlement data * Investigate root causes of variances * Document all testing and controls for audit and governance * Support wider finance initiatives including month-end and process...

Temporary Management Accountant (3–6 Month Contract)Stratford-upon-Avon with Hybrid working. We’re recruiting a Temporary Management Accountant to support a well-established, multi-entity organisation based near Stratford-upon-Avon. This is a 3–6 month contract offering a hybrid working model, a collaborative finance team, and excellent office facilities. This role is ideal for a hands-on Management Accountant who is comfortable working across multiple entities and supporting month-end and consolidation activity. Key Responsibilities Prepare monthly management accounts for two group entities Check, upload, and post monthly payroll, including all salary journals Reconcile and maintain relevant payroll and balance sheet control accounts Coordinate accounting activity across four subsidiary companies Review subsidiary submissions and provide information to support group consolidation Review and challenge balance sheet reconciliations prepared by subsidiaries Work closely with...

Interim Part Qualified Accountant (6 Month Contract) Location: Hybrid - Office based for week 1 training, then hybrid working Contract: Interim - 6 months Rate: Flexible (dependent on experience) The Opportunity We're working with a forward thinking public sector organisation to recruit an Interim Part Qualified Accountant for an initial 6 month contract. This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands on finance professional with strong reconciliation experience to support the finance function during a busy period. The role offers hybrid working after the first week of office based training and flexible day rates for the right candidate. Purpose of the Role To support the finance function by delivering accurate and timely financial information, contributing to month end and year end processes, and ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards, VAT requirements, and internal controls. Key Responsibilities Core Accounting & Reporting Assist in producing monthly...

Sewell Wallis are working closely with a multi-billion-pound business, based in Rotherham, South Yorkshire, to secure them an interim Group Accountant who is confident with USGAAP. Working as part of a team you'll be doing statutory accounting for a number of business entities (50+) to ensure that all financial accounting activities are achieved on deadline and to a high quality in line with USGAAP. This role a 12-month fixed term contract, looking to start ASAP - you'll need to be available for interview. What will you be doing? * Accurate reporting of financial and performance activities of the business * Work with the team to service all retained Financial Accounting activity ensuring all deliverables are achieved within deadline. * Review and challenging of financial results ensuring there is a continual monitoring and improvement in the controls environment around business accounting activities. * Develop and deliver balance sheet analysis * Development of a quality...

The opportunity to work as a Pensions Accountant for a Local Authority in Bedfordshire. Pensions Accountant – the benefits of this role; * £500-£600 per day, inside IR35. * Initial 6-month contract, subject to any further extensions. * 35 hours per week on average. * Working remotely/ from-home 4 days per week – office presence required a day a week. * Main office based in Bedford. What your day-to-day could look like as a Pensions Accountant? * Timely and accurate payment and submission of pension payovers, court order deductions to HMCTS and salary sacrifice deductions to relevant benefits providers. * Production of robust and auditable monthly working papers supporting pension payovers, court deductions and salary sacrifice benefits. * Monthly Reconciliation of Pension Balance Sheet Code/Control Account (YKR031) ensuring that the closing balance reflects the payover liability for that month. Please note that the job description is current at the date...

Management Accountant | SME 3 Month FTC | Project Irlam | Manchester | Hybrid working Flexi Hours | Parking onsite Up to £45,000 depending on experience Our client is seeking an immediately available, experienced Management Accountant to support their finance team over a three-month period during a very busy year-end. A key part of this role is taking ownership of bank reconciliations, so strong experience in this area is essential. If you enjoy being hands-on, asking the right questions, and producing management accounts that truly drive business decisions, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. The Role - What You'll Be Doing Balance sheet reconciliations with clear ownership and control Preparation of weekly performance reports with insightful analysis and commentary Supporting of the month‑end management accounts process Posting prepayments and accruals Management of Fixed Assets including depreciation postings Regular review of business costs, challenging...

18-Month FTC, Flexible working hours, company pension contributions of up to 8% and an annual leave entitlement of 25 days plus Bank Holidays are just a few of the perks that the Treasury Accountant will enjoy whilst working for a Global Engineering and Manufacturing leader, with over 20 worldwide locations employing 1000 + staff. This employer is recognised globally for quality and innovative deliverables. The successful Treasury Accountant will be easily able to commute to HUDDERSFIELD from surrounding towns & cities, including Leeds, Dewsbury, Halifax, Wakefield and Brighouse. Key Responsibilities of the Treasury Accountant will include: Monitor daily cash positions across several bank accounts to forecast short and long-term requirements Manage a produce daily and weekly cash flow forecasting and identify funding needs Present cash flow forecasts to management on a bi-weekly basis Provide insights into actual performance versus budget to the Commercial Finance Team...

IFRS17 Technical Accountant - The City, London My client an insurance company in The City of London has a requirement for an IFRS17 Technical Accountant to join them on a contract basis. Key skills: * Significant technical knowledge and practical experience in insurance accounting is required, including IFRS 17, IFRS 4 and UK GAAP. * Excel functionality to an advanced user level. * Good knowledge of data, including data management, analysis, investigation and validation. * Proficient in data management - Preparation, validation, reconciliation, and integrity checks across systems. * Knowledge of PowerPivot and Power Query is preferable but not essential

Interim Senior Capital Accountant Local Government - London 6 month contract £(Apply online only) per day 2/3 days a week on site About the client Morgan Law is seeking an interim Senior Capital Accountant for a government organisation in London. Accountabilities Assist with the year-end closure of capital accounts and audit preparation. Produce capital disclosures for the Statement of Accounts. Establish budgets and financial codes for capital projects. Process journals and support the transition to the SAP system. The role will be largely administrative until March due to the use of legacy systems. Flexibility is required to support a range of administrative tasks during quieter periods. Workload will increase significantly in the lead-up to year-end Candidate Requirements CCAB or CIMA Qualified with post qualification finance / accounting experience (E) Strong attention to detail and problem solving skills Strong Capital Accounting experience in a local authority...

Interim Systems Accountant - (P2P Process Improvement) 12 month contract £(phone number removed) per annum Hybrid working arrangements, London Office About the client Morgan Law are seeking an interim Systems Accountant for a Public Sector organisation in the London area. Accountabilities Map and document end-to-end processes and controls, consolidating transactional activities within a single team while clearly defining value-adding responsibilities across other teams. Implement process improvements arising from the ERPx Phase 2 programme, ensuring changes are embedded and effectively adopted. Deliver process changes associated with the new Student Record System, with particular focus on impacts to student refund processes. Drive significant improvements in process compliance, including increasing correct use of purchase orders and timely goods receipting to enhance invoice matching and reduce exceptions. Design and implement robust process data collection and monitoring,...

Job Title: Financial Accountant Location: London / Hybrid (2 days/week on site) Contract Duration: 4 Months Daily Rate: £450/day (Umbrella – Maximum) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Description: Key accounting activities including financial statements, month-end and year-end processes, balance sheet management, audit liaison and technical accounting advice Essential skills and experience: A relevant professional accountancy qualification (applicants must be qualified within a CCAB body) with post-qualification experience . Prior experience of the preparation and/or audit of Central Government or other similar public sector financial statements Confidence and credibility with excellent communication and relationship management skills. A proven ability to deliver outcomes involving strategic financial decision making, including influencing at a senior level. Strong Excel skills. Proven experience of delivering value for money through strong commercial awareness. Strong collaboration...

Interim Financial Accountant (Year End) 3-6 month contract £500 - £550 per day Hybrid working - London Office About the client Morgan Law are seeking an interim Financial Accountant (Year End) for a Local Authority in the London area. Accountabilities Assisting and motivating a team delivering accounting, systems and capital finance activities. Assisting the closure of the council's accounts, including the production of the statutory Annual Statement of Accounts (or Statement of Accounts) in accordance with the CIPFA/LASAAC Code of Practice. Producing high-quality annual accounts and supporting smooth external audit processes. Maintaining robust financial controls and oversight of key financial processes. Reviewing, developing, and embedding improvements in financial processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy. Providing clear, practical advice to senior Finance leaders in a rapidly changing public-sector environment. Candidate Requirements Qualified accountant (CIPFA,...

NXTGEN is working with a central government body to appoint a Financial Accountant on an Interim contract. This is a hands-on financial accounting role requiring strong technical capability across month-end, year-end and audit, within a regulated public sector environment. This opportunity will suit a fully qualified accountant with prior central government or similar public sector experience, who is confident operating independently and engaging with senior stakeholders. The Financial Accountant will support statutory reporting and audit delivery, ensuring accurate and compliant financial statements. The role requires strong attention to detail, sound judgement and the ability to work effectively in a pressured, audit-driven environment. Key Responsibilities Preparation and support of statutory financial statements Supporting internal and external audit activity and responding to audit queries Delivery of accurate month-end and year-end financial processes Providing...