118 accounting jobs found in St Albans

Interim Financial Accounting Lead (9-Month Contract) Location: University Campus (Hybrid Working Available) We are seeking an experienced Interim Financial Accounting Lead to support a leading university through a critical financial reporting period. This is a high-impact role offering the opportunity to work within a complex, multi-entity academic environment and play a key part in delivering a smooth and compliant year-end process. The Role You will lead and coordinate the university's year-end financial reporting process, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery. You will work closely with Finance, Research, Faculties, and external auditors to strengthen controls, resolve technical accounting matters, and support the production of statutory accounts. Key Responsibilities Lead the preparation and delivery of year-end financial statements in line with relevant accounting standards (e.g., FRS 102 / SORP). Manage and coordinate the year-end timetable across...

Job Title: Finance Senior Manager – Financial Accounting - SC Location: Green Park, Reading (2-3 days /week on site – hybrid) Contract Duration: 18 Months Daily Rate: £77.20/hr (Umbrella – Maximum) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Security Clearance: SC & British Citizenship Minimum Requirement: SC Clearance Qualified accountant – recognised qualification - ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent. Experience of running and overviewing of accounts payable etc Annual reporting of accounts Technical accounting activity Payroll, accounts payable, etc Some management responsibilities, 4 direct reports MS OfficeDesirable: Oracle Public sector background preferredThe Role: 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...

Systems Accountant - Process & Systems Transformation Day Rate: £(Apply online only) DOE (umbrella) Contract Length: 12 months Location: Harlow (Hybrid - minimum 3 days onsite) Clearance: SC A leading organisation within the defence sector is seeking an experienced Systems Accountant to support a major finance systems transformation programme. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in a large‑scale SAP S/4HANA implementation, working at the heart of a high‑profile change initiative. You'll join a dedicated Process & Transformation team, supporting data migration, ensuring system integrity, and strengthening the organisation's financial systems landscape. This role offers the chance to influence critical systems change and collaborate across multiple business areas. Key Responsibilities Support data migration from SAP ECC to SAP S/4HANA Cleanse, validate and standardise financial data Analyse and map data from legacy systems to new ERP environments...

Role - Interim Financial Accountant - you will be working for a Central Government Organisation Duration - 3 months (possibility of extension) Start Date - ASAP Rate - £350/day Fully Remote Provide expert support to non‑finance colleagues throughout the Purchase‑to‑Pay (P2P) process, including guidance on the department's core finance system. Deliver training to new users to ensure they can perform their financial responsibilities confidently and effectively. Proactively engage with teams across the organisation to build awareness and understanding of financial policies, controls, processes, and systems, promoting strong financial governance. Prepare monthly cash management templates and collate returns to support accurate daily and monthly cash forecasting. Monitor and report on financial performance, including key metrics such as prompt invoice payment and cash‑forecasting accuracy. Identify opportunities for process improvements and collaborate with colleagues to implement...

We are partnering with a leading General Insurance firm to find a Reporting Accountant for a critical year-end and transformation project. You will be a key player in the Group Finance team, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial disclosures during a high-pressure reporting cycle. Key Responsibilities: * Statutory & Regulatory Reporting: Lead the preparation of year-end statutory accounts under FRS 101/IFRS and support Solvency UK regulatory submissions. * Data Analysis: Utilise Power BI and SAP to investigate variances and provide high-level commentary for senior stakeholders. * ESG Integration: Assist in the collation and reporting of ESG metrics in line with 2026 disclosure requirements. * Audit Management: Act as the primary point of contact for external auditors to ensure a smooth, timely sign-off. What We’re Looking For * Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) with 3+ years PQE. * Insurance Industry...

Senior Management Accountant Location: London Contract: Temporary Rate: £40.00 per hour umbrella // £35.72 per hour PAYE Inclusive // £31.88 per hour PAYE exclusive      Start Date: ASAP *Hybrid/Remote Working* Contact: (url removed) Job Description Service Care Solutions are recruiting for a Senior Management Accountant to join a Financial Services team within a large organisation. Reporting to the Head of Operational Finance Reporting, the successful candidate will be responsible for delivering statutory and management reporting while supporting operational finance within the organisation’s property services function. This role will also involve working closely with finance business partners, operational teams, and senior stakeholders to provide financial insight, forecasting, and reporting. The role offers the opportunity to lead key financial processes including management accounting, budgeting, forecasting, regulatory reporting, and financial controls, while...

Join an exciting role as a Graduate/Junior Accountant in the financial services industry. This temporary position based in London offers a fantastic opportunity to develop your accounting and finance skills. Client Details This organisation is a well-established player in the financial services industry. They operate as part of a larger organisation, with a professional and structured environment focused on delivering excellence in accounting and finance. Description Process and record invoices for the EMEA and Asia regions in a timely and accurate manner, ensuring compliance with revenue recognition policies and SOX controls. Support billable expense reporting to the business, including maintaining and updating deal codes where required. Post cash receipts and notify relevant stakeholders across the organisation. Assist with credit control activities for overdue debtors when required. Provide ad hoc support to the Accounts Receivable (AR) team as needed. Maintain and update...

Accountant (SAP FICO) (12 months) ABJ6487 South East £ 47k + Bonus 12 month contract An excellent opportunity has arisen for an SAP FICO-experienced Accountant to join a global organisation in a key finance role. Reporting to the Head of Finance, you’ll play a vital part in ensuring accurate financial reporting, supporting business decisions, and maintaining strong financial controls within a collaborative international team. As an accountant with FICO this role offers strong exposure across finance operations, SAP systems, and cross-functional projects — ideal for a part-qualified or newly qualified accountant looking to broaden experience in a dynamic environment. Key Responsibilities * Record and post financial transactions using SAP ERP (FICO module) * Maintain accurate accounting records, including AP invoices and bank ledgers * Perform monthly bank and intercompany reconciliations * Support month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes * Manage cash...

Marc Daniels Specialist Recruitment are working with a leading business in West London who are looking for a Management Accountant to join them on a 6‑month fixed‑term contract. This role will require somebody who is Qualified and confident with preparing monthly management accounts, whilst also assisting with the year-end close. The role: Produce monthly management accounts and supporting reports. Support budgeting and forecasting processes. Prepare accruals, prepayments and journals. Assist with variance analysis against budget and prior periods. Support the month‑end and year‑end close. Work with stakeholders across finance and the wider business to resolve queries.About you: Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) or equivalent experience. Experience producing management accounts and working to month‑end deadlines. Strong Excel skills and good attention to detail. Able to work independently and hit the ground running. Good communication skills and a hands‑on approach

Assistant Management Accountant - 6 Month Fixed Term Contract A market leading International organisation in the fashion industry is seeking an Assistant Management Accountant to join their established team on a hybrid basis based in Central London on a 6 month FTC. You will be responsible for providing financial control and reporting to the UK team whilst working closely with the UK Controller. Key Responsibilities and Duties: Invoicing income and expenses for clients, including recharges Monitoring receivables and liaising with the outsourced credit control team and internal agents to achieve timely collection Including weekly reporting of collections with commentary against forecast Preparing multicurrency statements Review and approval payment proposals for fees Answering client and queries (including tax enquiries) Oversight of vendor payments and liaison with group accounts payable function to ensure all AP payments are made on a timely basis Ensure sufficient controls...

Interim Treasury & Exchequer Services Manager Spencer Clarke Group are working closely with a Local Authority Sout West of London to appoint an Interim Treasury & Exchequer Services Manager to oversee the Council's treasury operations and key financial services functions. This is a senior interim role responsible for managing treasury activities alongside core exchequer services including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll and Insurance. What's on Offer Rate: £394.50 - £500 per day Contract length: 3-6 months initially Full-time Hybrid working Start: ASAP / subject to notice The Role The successful candidate will lead the Council's treasury management activities while overseeing the delivery of key operational finance services. Key responsibilities: Managing the Council's treasury operations including investments, borrowing and cashflow forecasting. Maintaining strong treasury management policies in line with CIPFA Treasury Management Code...

Are you a proactive finance professional looking to make a meaningful impact within a leading organisation in the healthcare sector? Based in Windsor, Berkshire, this innovative company values collaboration, continuous improvement, and a commitment to excellence. Offering a vibrant and supportive environment, this is an excellent opportunity to develop your career and contribute to work that positively affects lives. Enjoy a competitive benefits package and the chance to be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to delivering the best outcomes. What will the Management Accountant role involve? Assisting with the preparation of accurate management accounts and providing insightful financial analysis to support strategic decision-making. Reconciling balance sheet accounts and ensuring proper controls are maintained. Supporting month-end processes, including journal postings, accruals, prepayments, and variance analysis. Collaborating with internal teams and external partners to...

Our client based in Sunbury on Thames are looking for a Temporary Assistant Financial Accountant to cover planned leave for 2 months. Office based to start ASAP. Main responsibilities of Role To assist with financial accounting activities especially at month end e.g. prepayments and accruals To carry out intercompany process each month To assist with monthly payroll processing Raising monthly intercompany recharge invoices To carry out monthly balance sheet reconciliation To assist with quarterly internal audit Assist with year-end audit and audit preparation including dealing with Auditor queries and requests To undertake intercompany reconciliation during the month end process To carry out relevant CIS tax administration including reports to HMRC To undertake other general/adhoc month end duties and report running. To assist with administration of the company vehicle fleet and fuel accounts To undertake the general office admin tasks Other adhoc duties as required...

Our client has a temporary position for a full time Research Monitoring and Claims Accountant, initially expected to last 3 months. The role is hybrid working with 2 days per week in the office. You will need to be CCAB or CIMA Qualified Accountant with experience in a large complex organisation or higher education institution. You will be responsible for post award research, consultancy and large project accounting. This will include the production of all invoices and claims, preparing for and dealing with contract audits, reviewing contract progress and highlighting variances and issues. You will also assist with the financial budgeting and forecasting of research, consultancy and large project income and expenditure. You will be responsible for ensuring that the staff reporting into this post are customer focused and that they follow the principals of “enabling”, “delivering” and “assuring” in their day to day duties. You will be responsible for assisting in evaluating and...

Financial Accountant - Temporary Role A globally recognised organisation with a portfolio of premium international brands is seeking an Assistant Financial Accountant to support its established finance team on a temporary basis. This role will work closely with the Finance Manager and Assistant Accountant, who will lead on the more technical aspects of finance, while you provide reliable support across a range of day-to-day finance tasks. Key Responsibilities Coding and processing invoices Preparing reconciliations Raising journals Responding to finance-related emails and queries Supporting the finance team with a range of ad-hoc administrative and accounting tasks About You Previous experience in a finance or accounts support role Exposure to different organisational environments, ideally including international businesses Comfortable working independently and proactively Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills Able to quickly pick up tasks and...

Treasury & Accountant Manager Location: Runnymede Civic Centre, Station Road, Addlestone, KT152AH Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 6+ Months Working Hours: 37 hours per week (Hybrid – 3 days in the office, 2 days remote) Pay Rate: £300.00 Per Day Job Reference: OR24750 Job Responsibilities Manage the Council’s treasury operations in line with approved treasury policies and procedures. Monitor and maintain the Council’s cash flow, including short- and medium-term cash forecasting. Manage cash surpluses and investments in accordance with approved strategies. Maintain effective banking arrangements, banking mandates, and relationships with financial institutions. Liaise with treasury advisors and monitor credit limits and financial risks. Administer and maintain the Treasury Management System to ensure accurate and up-to-date records. Prepare treasury management reports and provide financial information to senior management and committees. Reconcile income and...

Morgan McKinley is looking for an experienced, part-qualified Management Accountant to work for a company based in the Redhill - Reigate, Surrey area. This is a varied Management Accountant job opportunity to start ASAP on a 12-month fixed-term contract. Support the finance function with month end journals, reconciliations, monthly management accounts, and reporting. Salary: up to £48K Duration: 12 months Location: Hybrid working Management Accountant duties: Preparation of monthly management accounts Oversee the general ledgers Cost analysis Producing financial reports, providing insights and commentary Balance sheet reconciliationsSkills and experience: Experience working in a similar Management Accountant role AAT qualified and ideally Part qualified ACCA / CIMA studier Excellent verbal and written communication skills Good IT skills using ERP systems Attention to detail and numeracy skills

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...

Dealership Accountant for a 6 month Fixed Term Contract - Possible Extension or Permanent role. (Two Positions Needed to be Filled) Qualified / Part Qualified / QBE With a mix of Hybrid working and being based at one of my clients many UK Dealerships you will be working for a Large Progressive Motor Group | World-Leading Brand. A highly regarded, forward-thinking motor group is seeking to appoint an experienced Dealership Accountant to play a key role within a Car Dealership for a Fixed Term Contract role. This is an excellent opportunity to join a market-leading group that invests in its people, offering clear progression, internal promotion opportunities, and the chance to make a real impact within the business. The Package Package up to £60,000(Dependant on Experience). Pension Large-company benefits Possible Permanent opportunities The Role Reporting into senior finance leadership team, you will take full ownership of the dealership's finance function, delivering...

Job Vacancy: Accountant Location: Kettering, UK Hours: 37.5 hours per week working Monday to Friday  Salary: Up to £35,000 per annum Interaction Recruitment is excited to offer a vacancy for an Accountant to join our clients Finance Department in Kettering. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with strong accounting experience to contribute to the financial success of the business. About the Role: Reporting to the Financial Controller, the successful candidate will provide varied financial and accounting support to the UK-based finance team, the China Office team, and other business areas. Full training will be provided, but the key responsibilities of the role will include: Preparation of the management accounts and forecasts Assisting in year-end audits, providing documentation and answering auditors’ questions Maintaining monthly balance sheet reconciliations Responsible for VAT reporting Supporting monthly and annual stock takes Maintaining the fixed...