137 finance jobs found in Manchester

Location: Manchester (hybrid/office-based) Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience + pension and benefits Start date: ASAP A large, values-led education trust is seeking a proactive, detail-driven Finance Manager to join its central finance team in Manchester. This is a key role supporting strong financial management across a secondary school, ensuring excellent financial controls, timely reporting, and high-quality support to budget holders. The role Reporting into senior finance leadership, the Finance Manager will oversee day-to-day finance operations and provide accurate management information to support decision-making. You'll work closely with school and central colleagues to ensure financial compliance, value for money, and effective forecasting. Key responsibilities Produce monthly management accounts, including variance analysis and reporting packs. Support budgeting and forecasting across multiple sites/teams. Maintain strong financial controls (purchase-to-pay,...

Senior Finance Analyst - Year End & Audit Senior Finance Analyst - Year End & Audit The location of the role is Salford Quays, Manchester (on site). The duration of the contract is 6 months. The pay rate on offer is £400 - £500 per day (via Umbrella agency). Role Summary This is a hands-on delivery role to support year-end close and external audit. The Senior Finance Analyst will be responsible for owning and delivering high volumes of substantive audit testing and ensuring all audit evidence is complete, accurate, clearly documented, and delivered to timetable. The role requires someone who can hit the ground running, manage pressure, and confidently engage with external auditors and senior internal stakeholders (Heads of Finance, Finance Managers) to drive delivery. Key accountabilities of the role Deliver high-volume substantive audit testing across multiple balance sheet and P&L areas within tight year-end deadlines Act as the primary day-to-day contact for...

You will ideally have: A relevant degree or equivalent experience and working towards a CCAB accountancy qualification. Strong experience in a financial transaction processing. Excellent analytical abilities, with confidence using data tools, spreadsheets and business systems. Ability to interpret and apply policy, solve complex problems, and present information clearly to non‑technical audiences. Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. What you'll be doing: Support efficient accounts payable and receivable processes and provide timely, accurate financial information. Assist in managing procurement and commissioning activity, ensuring compliance, value for money and high‑quality documentation. Preparation of bank reconciliations and associated banking journals. Assist with preparation of balance sheet reconciliations Help develop and maintain strong financial controls, processes, policies and...

Exchequer Finance Officer - Manchester City Council – M60 2LA 3 months 35 hours per week I am currently representing Manchester City Council are offering an initial temporary contract for a period of 3 months with a view to be extended or offered a permanent position for the right candidate at a rate which is negotiable dependent upon experience. We are looking for Exchequer Finance Officer at 5th Floor Town Hall Extension, Manchester, M60 2LA Exchequer Services forms part of Financial Management within the Corporate Core directorate and is the Councils back-office support function for transactional services. The role holder will provide an assessment, information and advice service to customers, service users and stakeholders. The role holder will determine the requirements and needs of service users in accordance with relevant legislation, policy and procedures, and provide advice on the most appropriate course of action. Key Accountabilities Respond to all queries from a...

I'm working with a fast-growing, investor-backed manufacturing business in Blackburn that is entering a pivotal phase of scale. They are looking to appoint an Interim Head of Finance to stabilise, strengthen and lead the finance function while the business ramps up production, investment and operational complexity. Reporting directly to the CFO, you’ll operate as the senior finance lead on site - combining strategic oversight with hands-on delivery. This role suits an experienced manufacturing finance leader who thrives in environments where structure, insight and pace are equally important. * Partner with the CFO and senior leadership to deliver financial strategy and support growth * Own P&L, * Lead budgeting, forecasting, cashflow and working capital management * Deliver clear management accounts, KPIs and investor / lender reporting * Lead CAPEX appraisal and investment modelling * Strengthen financial controls,...

ROLE:  Finance Business Partner LOCATION: Leyland/Hybrid RATE: Umbrella £36.04ph, PAYE inc. holiday pay £31.93ph, PAYE exc. holiday pay £28.49ph CONTRACT: Minimum 3 months Service Care Solutions are delighted to be working with a local organisation looking to recruit a Finance Business Partner to join their finance team for at least 3 months on sick cover. You will be responsible for managing a team of 3 and have social housing experience. Duties include but are not limited to: Oversee and help with the production and submission of year end accounts Manage the production of management accounts, insuring accuracy and that all deadlines are met. Provide financial analysis, including budget monitoring, variance analysis and forecasting for relevant departments Contribute to statutory accounts preparation, reconciliations and regulatory reporting Help maintain strong financial controls, ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements Ensure continuous improvement...

Finance Administrator We are seeking an experienced Finance Administrator for a temporary to permanent contract within a SEN school based in Knowsley. Working closely with the Finance Manager/ Business Manage, the postholder will provide hands‑on support across the full range of day‑to‑day finance operations. The role requires someone confident, adaptable, and able to step into both finance assistant duties and selected elements of the Finance Manager's routine workload. Strong working knowledge of Arbor MIS System. School staff are committed and inspirational, transforming the futures of intelligent children who experience Specific Learning Difficulties. The School: A Pupil Referral Unit situated inn the borough of Knowsley on Merseyside, Providing a quality educational experience for students who have or are experiencing difficulties in a mainstream setting due to medical, social, emotional or behavioural needs. Support young people to develop alternative strategies to...

Your new company You will be working for a major Liverpool business. Your new role Creating and maintaing the monthly, quarterly, and annual P&L Managing the ledger functions and journal entries Heavy involvement with payroll admin Supporting heads of departments What you'll need to succeed Previous experience in a similar role What you'll get in return Competitive salary What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Finance Administrator (4-Week Assignment) Location: Rotherham Pay Rate: £13.40 per hour Duration: 4 weeks (temporary) Hours: Full-time We are currently seeking a Finance Administrator to support our wider finance team on a short-term basis. This is a great opportunity for someone with previous finance experience who is confident supporting day-to-day finance operations while also assisting with front office duties. Key Responsibilities of the Finance Administrator * Supporting the finance team with purchase ledger activities * Assisting with sales invoicing and related administration * Providing front office telephone support, handling calls professionally and efficiently * General finance and administrative support as required About the Finance Administrator * Previous experience in a finance or accounts-based role * A basic understanding of finance processes (purchase ledger, invoicing, etc.) * Comfortable communicating with internal teams and external...

Finance Administrator We are seeking an experienced Finance Administrator for a temporary to permanent contract within a SEN school based in Knowsley. Working closely with the Finance Manager/ Business Manage, the postholder will provide hands‑on support across the full range of day‑to‑day finance operations. The role requires someone confident, adaptable, and able to step into both finance assistant duties and selected elements of the Finance Manager's routine workload. Strong working knowledge of Arbor MIS System. School staff are committed and inspirational, transforming the futures of intelligent children who experience Specific Learning Difficulties. The School: A Pupil Referral Unit situated inn the borough of Knowsley on Merseyside, Providing a quality educational experience for students who have or are experiencing difficulties in a mainstream setting due to medical, social, emotional or behavioural needs. Support young people to develop alternative strategies to...

Contract - 8 Months - Inside IR35 Location - Stafford - Onsite An excellent opportunity for a Finance Analyst to join a leading renewable energy company. As a Finance Analyst day to day duties will include the below: Assist with month-end closing, journal entries, and data reconciliation. Prepare monthly and quarterly financial management reports alongside KPI dashboards. Analyze discrepancies between actual costs and budgeted figures, investigating significant deviations. Assist in the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes. Assist in creating routine and ad hoc reports as needed. Maintain accuracy of financial databases and ERP systems. Collaborate with non-finance departments to explain financial results and support operational decision-making. Help to identify any non-value added work and standardize processes within the finance function. Ensure compliance with internal control and procedures to minimize business risk at site level Assist with the...

The Business & Opportunity: Lyons Recruitment are delighted to be working in partnership with an exciting fast growth business, operating in the renewable energy sector. As Interim Finance Director you will play a crucial role in the strategic direction of the business, providing leadership, direction and management of the finance team, whilst ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and best practice. The business offers a truly flexible and hybrid working approach, where you will be based at their new modern offices in the centre of York 3 days per week, with the option of the other 2 days from home. This is initially a 6-month contract, with the potential of either being extended or converting to permanent. Specific Requirement: Your initial emphasis will be on cashflow management and lender liaison, but a broader scope is as follows… Financial Planning: * Develop and implement financial processes and systems aligned with the company's goals and...

We are recruiting a commercially focused Interim Site Finance Manager to lead financial performance and controls for 2 manufacturing sites, partnering closely with site leadership while maintaining strong financial governance. Key Responsibilities: Own site balance sheet and ensure robust financial controls. Ensure accurate inventory, material usage and variance reporting. Lead month-end close and produce management accounts. Manage product costing models and Bills of Materials. Deliver KPI reporting and performance analysis. Lead budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis. Act as finance business partner while independently challenging performance. Support commercial activity, investment appraisal and new business modelling. Lead the site finance team and work with central finance on standardised reporting. Profile: Qualified either ACA/ACCA/CIMA Manufacturing or operational finance background. (Essential) Strong costing, forecasting and business partnering...

Our public sector client are looking for Finance Assistant to join them on a temporary. Location – Hybrid working, with ideally 1-2 days in the office in Coalville. Purpose of the Role To provide effective administrative and financial support to the Finance Team, contributing to the efficient delivery of financial services across the organisation. Core Responsibilities * Processing and monitoring the progress of insurance claims on behalf of the organisation. * Providing support across all aspects of Finance Team duties, including: * Data analysis and research support * Accurate data input and maintenance of financial records * Assisting with the production of budget monitoring reports and statistical returns * Supporting the development of the annual budget * Assisting with end-of-year financial close-down activities * Assisting in the development and maintenance of the annual budget book. * Undertaking general office and...

Finance & Accounts Manager / Accounts Manager Permanent or Temp-to-Perm Opportunity Oldbury | On-site £35,000–£40,000 DOE (or equivalent day rate for temp) We’re working with a growing transport & logistics business based in Oldbury that is looking to appoint a hands-on Finance/Accounts Manager. The role is available on either a permanent or temp-to-permanent basis, depending on the candidate’s preference and experience. This is a broad, practical role suited to someone who enjoys being involved in both the day-to-day running of the finance function and month-end reporting, within a fast-paced SME environment. Key responsibilities: Managing purchase and sales ledger activities Bank and balance sheet reconciliations Preparation of monthly management accounts VAT returns and compliance Cashflow monitoring and forecasting Accruals, prepayments and journal postings Supporting budgeting and financial analysis Improving and embedding finance processes and controls...

Belmont Recruitment are currently seeking a Finance Administrator to join a busy school finance team on a temporary basis. This is a full-time role working 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. The role involves supporting day-to-day financial operations, ensuring accurate records, and assisting with various accounting tasks to maintain smooth financial processes within the school. Main Duties: * Process and reconcile accounts payable and receivable * Maintain purchase and sales ledgers * Assist with invoicing and payment processing * Support month-end and year-end financial procedures * Liaise with staff, suppliers, and external agencies regarding financial matters * Ensure compliance with school financial policies and procedures * Provide general administrative support to the finance team Essential Criteria: * Previous experience in finance administration within a school or similar educational setting * Enhanced DBS clearance * Strong knowledge...

A key client of mine is looking to bring on a D365 Finance Functional Consultant offering an initial 12-month contract. The end-user client is currently rolling out their D365 Finance implementation after completing an acquisition of multiple businesses in the UK. Your role will involve helping improve their P2P processes along with rolling out to multiple entities across the UK. The client can offer part remote work. This role is outside IR35. Key Experience: Finance background Successful roll-out of D365 Finance to multiple entities Demonstrate experience with highly cusomtised implementations Knowledge and experience of AX due to other legal entitiesIf you think this could be of interest, please apply below. All applicants will receive a response

We are supporting a growing Multi-Academy Trust in the appointment of an experienced Interim Finance Business Partner to provide high-quality financial support and strategic insight across a portfolio of schools. This is a key role within the central finance team, working closely with Headteachers, School Business Managers and senior leadership to drive financial performance, ensure compliance, and support effective decision-making. Key Responsibilities: - Partner with Headteachers and budget holders to support financial planning and budget management - Provide clear, insightful monthly management accounts and variance analysis - Lead on forecasting, budgeting and medium-term financial planning - Support schools in delivering financial efficiencies and value-for-money initiatives - Ensure compliance with ESFA requirements and the Academy Trust Handbook - Assist with year-end processes and liaise with auditors where required Please get in touch if this sounds interest

I am working with a Midlands-based business seeking a Finance Operations Delivery Manager to lead a portfolio of high-priority transformation initiatives. This is a hands-on delivery role focused on improving how Finance manages workflows, supports internal stakeholders, and exchanges data across its global supply chain. You will take ownership of three key initiatives: Finance Service Desk Implementation - Design and launch a structured finance helpdesk to manage internal and external queries (AP/AR disputes, expenses, payroll queries). You will define SLAs, automate routing, and reduce manual response times. EDI Supplier Integration - Lead the technical rollout of EDI across the supply chain, working alongside IT and external vendors to automate PO and invoice flows, improving accuracy and reducing manual intervention. Work Management Platform Implementation - Design and embed a structured workflow environment for the operations team, moving the function away from "management...

T2M Resourcing have an urgent vacancy to recruit a Finance Administrator for a client in the Kidderminster area. Candidates will need to be able to drive (free parking available) but this role would be ideal for applicants in the Stourport, Droitwich, Worcester, Kidderminster areas. This Finance Administrator vacancy will be for an initial 6 month fixed term contract. The Finance Administrator will enjoy a varied and interesting role, providing support to the finance team in areas such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, account reconciliations and supporting month end reporting and some project accounting activities. Candidates must possess some accounting experience similar the duties described above and have good IT skills e.g. Sage, Xero, Excel etc. This role will initially require full time in the office but once established in the role there will be the option to work 3 days in the office and 2 days from home