33 accounting jobs found in Crewe

Belmont Recruitment are currently looking for an Assistant Accountant to join Cheshire East Council on a 12 month contract. This is a full-time role working 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Key Responsibilities * Support the delivery of the annual budget cycle, including budget setting, forecasting, and year-end accounts * Provide financial advice and support to operational managers * Monitor and analyse budgets, producing financial reports and variance analysis * Assist with statutory returns, grant claims, and financial reporting * Collate, analyse, and interpret financial data to support business decision-making * Support the development and maintenance of financial systems and processes * Work collaboratively with finance colleagues and service areas to ensure effective financial control Essential Requirements * Experience working in a finance or accountancy environment * Experience providing...

Michael Page are currently recruiting for a Management Accountant based in Wythenshawe. Client Details An exciting global business with key finance offices based in Manchester. Description Prepare and analyse financial reports, budgets, and forecasts to support decision-making. Oversee month-end and year-end financial processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Monitor and manage cash flow to maintain financial stability. Provide insights into financial performance and recommend improvements where necessary. Collaborate with internal departments to ensure financial alignment with operational goals. Assist with statutory reporting and liaise with external auditors when required. Maintain accurate financial records and implement process improvements where applicable. Support the wider Accounting & Finance team in Salford with ad hoc projects and tasks.Profile A successful Management Accountant should have: Strong technical skills and a solid understanding of accounting...

Management Accountant Telford Temporary ongoing £40,000 - £50,000 D.O.E. and Qualifications Monday to Friday 8:30am – 5pm (4pm finish on a Friday) This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established manufacturing business based in Telford. They are looking for a Management Accountant to join the team on a temporary basis for a few months from the start of April. Duties could be tailored to fit the successful individual but could include: * Month end/ year end processing. * Management accounts. * Budget tasks. * Audit. * Reporting. * Balance sheet reconciliations. Skills and Experience The successful candidate will have experience of working in a similar role and ideally full or part qualified. You will need to be proficient in using all Microsoft Office applications, with strong Excel skills. The application process: Our mission is to support our clients in their creation of an equal, diverse and inclusive workforce. We are committed to providing...

Financial Accountant |6 Month FTC | Year-End Support | £54.5K Pro rata Are you an experienced accountant with strong year-end expertise looking for your next contract opportunity? We are working with a Social Housing Association seeking a Financial (Year-End) Accountant to support their finance team during a critical reporting period. This is a 6-month fixed-term contract offering the opportunity to take ownership of year-end processes and play a key role in delivering accurate statutory and management accounts. The Role Reporting to the Director of Finance, you will lead and support the year-end close process, ensuring all financial reporting requirements are delivered accurately and on time. Key responsibilities include: * Leading and supporting year-end close activities * Preparing and posting journals (accruals, prepayments, adjustments) * Completing balance sheet reconciliations and resolving discrepancies * Producing statutory accounts and audit schedules * Acting...

Management Accountant (FTC) Join a high growth, fast paced manufacturing business where your insight will directly influence performance across multiple sites. We’re looking for a hands-on Management Accountant with strong costing and manufacturing experience to play a key role in driving operational efficiency, accuracy and commercially focused reporting. This is an ideal role for someone who enjoys variety, ownership, and partnering with teams across production, operations and finance. What you’ll be doing Working closely with key departments, you’ll provide robust cost control, meaningful analysis, and high quality month end reporting across our manufacturing sites. Your responsibilities will include: Taking ownership of cost data and ensuring accuracy across all sites Validating standard costs for new and existing products Supporting the month-end management accounts process Leading month-end close activities across multiple manufacturing locations Analysis of BOM...

Interim Management Accountant urgently required on a ongoing interim basis for a well established company based locally in Birmingham. This is a fantastic business with a prestigious customer base which is continuing on a path of sustained growth. Reporting into the Finance Director, you will be responsible for an exciting new project, Management accounts, Creating forecasting models, Data analysis, FP&A, KPI reporting and analysis, having some experience with running payroll for a small company will also be beneficial. You will have strong analytical and communication skills and will be able to really bring the numbers to life to add real value to the business. The role is a hybrid position. This is an exciting opportunity for the right individual. If this sounds like the role for you, please apply immediately

Senior Accountancy Technician Crewe, Cheshire 12-month post Hybrid A senior finance role where your expertise shapes real-world decisions. We’re seeking an experienced Senior Accountancy Technician to provide high-quality financial support across a range of services. You’ll work closely with managers, lead on budgets and reporting, and help ensure resources are managed effectively and in line with statutory requirements. Key responsibilities * Lead on capital and revenue budgeting, ensuring compliance with financial regulations * Provide clear financial analysis and professional advice to operational and senior managers * Prepare financial data and reports to support informed decision-making * Maintain and develop financial and accounting systems, including final accounts and statutory returns * Monitor performance against budgets and targets, supporting timely corrective action * Build effective working relationships with schools, clients, suppliers and...

Procurement Officer Location: Delamere Street, Crewe, CW1 2JZ Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 12+ Months Working Hours: 37 hours per week (09:00 – 17:00) Pay Rate: £ 17.79 Per hour Job Ref: (phone number removed) Job Responsibilities Support and deliver end-to-end procurement activities in line with public sector regulations and council policies. Prepare tender documentation, specifications, and evaluation criteria. Manage quotation and tender processes, ensuring transparency and compliance. Evaluate bids and provide clear recommendations based on quality, cost, and value for money. Provide procurement advice and guidance to internal stakeholders. Ensure contracts are awarded and managed in accordance with governance requirements. Maintain accurate procurement records and documentation for audit purposes. Monitor supplier performance and support contract management activities. Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, including public procurement...

Senior Accountancy Technician – Cheshire East Council – CW1 2JZ 12 Months Contract 37 hours per week Hybrid We are looking for a Senior Accountancy Technician based at Floor 3, Delamere House, CW1 2JZ The post is working withing the Place Finance team and supports the Finance business partner in the delivery of the annual cycle of closure of accounts, in-year monitoring, and budget setting work to services such as Libraries and Housing. Experience of providing finance support to managers would be essential. The post is hybrid so a mix of office and home working. We prefer to have candidates who can come into the office in Crewe, Cheshire on a regular basis (2 -3 times a month) as determined by business need – and to attend the office on a daily basis for the first 4 – 8 weeks for training. Key Accountabilities: Advise and liaise with operational managers and within the Finance Service to ensure that detailed capital and revenue budgets are prepared and maintained in order to...

Council Senior Accountancy Technician Hours per week: 37 Contract: 12 months Rate: £ 22.77 Umbrella an hour Hybrid working Location: Cheshire Full JD attached The Council Finance team has a full-time senior accountancy assistant vacancy as a result of long term sickness. We are looking for agency cover for up to 12 months. The post is working withing the Place Finance team and supports the Finance business partner in the delivery of the annual cycle of closure of accounts, in-year monitoring, and budget setting work to services such as Libraries and Housing. Experience of providing finance support to managers would be essential. The post is hybrid so a mix of office and home working. We prefer to have candidates who can come into the office in Crewe, Cheshire on a regular basis (2 -3 times a month) as determined by business need - and to attend the office on a daily basis for the first 4 - 8 weeks for training. Candidates will ideally be AAT qualified and have...

Freelance Finance Manager (Inside IR35) Rate: Up to £450 per day (Umbrella) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Start: Immediate Duration: Initial 3–6 months (strong likelihood of extension) Location: Hybrid working The Opportunity An established UK infrastructure and civil engineering organisation delivering long-term asset management and maintenance frameworks is seeking an experienced Interim Finance Manager to provide immediate support across a key operational portfolio. This is a hands-on contract role requiring strong contract reporting experience within construction, infrastructure or engineering environments. Immediate availability (or short notice) is essential. The Role Reporting into senior finance leadership, you will take ownership of financial control and reporting across a live infrastructure portfolio. You will work closely with operational and commercial teams to ensure accurate contract positions, strong governance and clear financial insight. Key Responsibilities Financial...

Bid & Sales Lead - Public Sector Executive-Level | Revenue Ownership | 2-Year FTC (Pathway to Permanency) Drive Growth. Win Strategic Work. Shape Market Position. We are appointing a senior Bid & Sales Leader to take ownership of our public sector revenue growth. This is a high-impact role with direct accountability for pipeline generation, bid conversion, and long-term contract value. You will operate at executive level, leading complex public sector bids from qualification through to award and mobilisation. Success in this role will be measured by revenue secured, win rates improved, and strategic accounts developed. What You Will Own A qualified public sector pipeline aligned to strategic growth targets Structured bid/no-bid governance to maximise conversion End-to-end leadership of high-value, regulated procurements Win strategies aligned to scoring criteria, value for money, and social value Pricing discipline in collaboration with commercial leads Forecast...

Payroll Business Partner Pay Rate: £14.21 per hour Location: Warrington (WA1) Contract length: Temporary Full time (37 hours per week) Hybrid working – typically 2 days Warrington office, and 3 days working from home (initially office-based) We are recruiting for an experienced Payroll Business Partner to join the local authority on a temporary basis, supporting payroll operations across the Council during an important period of change. With a new payroll system being implemented, we are looking for someone with strong working knowledge of SAP Payroll who can step in and make an immediate impact. This is an excellent opportunity for a payroll professional who enjoys problem-solving, building strong working relationships, and delivering a high-quality service in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities: * End-to-end processing of payroll to ensure accuracy and timely delivery * Responding to queries from internal and external customers * Administering...

Role: Accounts Assistant Duration: Temp ongoing (excellent chance to be made permanent) Location: Manchester (Wythenshawe), (Mostly remote working) Hourly pay Rate: up to £20.67 per hour umbrella The role My client is looking for an Accounts Assistant to join their UK Finance team in South Manchester. This role supports the Europe Shared Services function and focuses on accurate, timely processing across accounts payable and receivable. You will play a key role in maintaining strong financial control and clean accounting records. The role is temporary initially, but if made permanent the company always supports progression as seen with many other teams members in the organisation. Key responsibilities Process supplier invoices, ensuring correct approval and coding Post bank transactions and complete daily bank reconciliations Run payment cycles and resolve supplier queries Review and process expense claims Post journals and complete balance sheet reconciliations Prepare...

We are currently recruiting on behalf of an international multi-site services group based in Greater Manchester, for an experienced Interim Financial Controller. We are seeking a professional who can effectively oversee the financial reporting team and also work alongside the finance business partnering function to provide effective decision support to the business. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial control, business partnering and financial leadership. The role would suit either an interim finance specialist for 6 months ( INSIDE IR35) or a qualified finance professional open to a temporary to permanent opportunity. The Role To assist the FD with coordination and collation of accurate budgets and forecasts to agreed formats and timetables To act as the lead for ensuring that any audits are being carried out effectively and promptly by liaising with the rest of the finance team and senior stakeholders including statutory audits & internal...

Search are currently recruiting for a payroll administrator to join a business based in Manchester on a contract basis for 6 months to support the payroll manager with the opportunity to lead to perm! Job Duties: Support the payroll team to meet timed deadlines Deal with all payroll queries Liaise with HMRC where require Process new starters and leavers Liasise with pension providers and managers to ensure correct data Successful candidate will posses: Previous payroll administration experience Work to timed deadlines Ability to work as part of a team Excellent communication skills Microsoft proficient Whats on offer: Salary up to £32000 per annum 25 days holidays plus banks on top Hybrid working 1 day from home Monday to Friday 9 - 5Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age

We are seeking an experienced Interim Lead Commercial Surveyor to join a dynamic City Council property team. Reporting directly to the Director of Property, you will play a pivotal leadership role in shaping and delivering the Council’s Commercial and Investment Property strategy. This is a high-impact senior leadership position, acting as the Council’s lead advisor on all commercial and investment property and asset management matters, ensuring the portfolio delivers maximum value — financially, socially and strategically. Cunard Building, Water Street, Pier Head, Liverpool, L2 2BS, United Kingdom 3-Month Contract - 35 Hours per Week £500 per day Hybrid Working – Typically 3 Days Office-Based Key Responsibilities: * Act as the Council’s lead advisor on commercial and investment property matters across council-owned land and buildings * Lead on lettings, lease restructures, rent reviews, renewals, debt management, and landlord & tenant negotiations * Drive income...

Head of Commercial Property Location: Liverpool (Hybrid – 3 days office-based) Duration: 12 Weeks Rate: £700 per day (Umbrella) / £529.86 per day (PAYE) IR35: Inside Start: Mid-March We are supporting a large North West local authority with the appointment of an experienced Interim Lead Commercial Surveyor to provide senior leadership across its commercial property portfolio. This is a key interim position, reporting into the Director of Property, with responsibility for leading the commercial asset management function and ensuring the council’s investment and operational estate is managed to maximise income, capital receipts and strategic value. The Role You will act as the lead advisor on all commercial and investment property matters relating to the council’s land and buildings portfolio. The post sits within the senior leadership structure and plays a critical role in shaping asset strategy, driving performance and supporting corporate objectives. Key responsibilities will...

School Business Manager School Business Manager – Primary School Milk Education is supporting a friendly and forward-thinking primary school who are seeking an experienced and committed School Business Manager to join their team in Liverpool. This is a full-time position with responsibility for leading on finance, HR, administration, and compliance within the school. This role plays a vital part in ensuring the smooth, efficient, and compliant running of the school’s operational functions, working in close partnership with the Headteacher and Governing Body. About the Role The successful candidate will provide an effective financial and administrative service to support and enhance the running of the school in accordance with statutory Financial Regulations. You will ensure timely and accurate information is provided to the Headteacher, SLT, and Governors, while overseeing key areas such as finance, HR, contracts, health & safety, compliance, and office management. You...

Finance Business Partner £47k -£54k Contract (12 months) Merseyside (Hybrid Working) Finance Business Partner required to join a well-established forward-thinking Public Sector organisation on a 12 month FTC. Our client is looking for an experienced Finance Business Partner/Management Accountant who is keen to add real value to the finance team, wider organisation and community. The Finance Business Partner will deliver robust challenge and support to proposals in development, ensuring that value for money and effective and efficient working practices are delivered, alongside the duties below; Key responsibilities of the Finance Business Partner; Collaborate with budget holders and stakeholders to provide expert financial advice and guidance on financial matters. Develop and maintain effective working relationships with budget holders, understanding their objectives, and translating them into financial plans and strategies. Prepare accurate and timely financial reports,...