26 accounting jobs found in Peterborough

I'm working with a successful global business, to recruit a Financial Accountant to join their finance team on a 12-week contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly regarded employer that is known as a popular place to work, offering an excellent working environment and a comprehensive benefits package. Alongside a competitive salary, you'll benefit from hybrid working, free on-site parking, and an on-site canteen, making this an attractive opportunity for an experienced finance professional. Key Responsibilities include; * Preparing accurate financial reports and management information * Supporting month-end and year-end close processes * Completing balance sheet reconciliations * Assisting with budgeting and forecasting activities * Maintaining robust financial controls and ensuring compliance with accounting standards * Supporting internal and external audits * Identifying and implementing process improvements across the finance function *...

Assistant Accountant | 6-Month Contract | Immediate Start Location: Near Huntingdon Duration: 6-Month Contract Hours: 40 Hours per Week Working Arrangement: Fully Site-Based Start Date: ASAP Our client, a successful and growing manufacturing organisation, is seeking an experienced Assistant Accountant to join their finance team on a 6-month contract. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated finance professional to gain exposure to a varied accounting role within an international business environment. Working closely with the wider finance team, you'll play a key role in supporting day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and helping to maintain efficient financial processes across multiple business entities. Key Responsibilities Managing accounts receivable activities, including invoicing, reconciliations, credit notes and credit control. Processing purchase ledger invoices, employee expenses and company credit card transactions....

Assistant Accountant - 6-12 month contract Location: Huntingdon (On-site) Salary: £32k - £38k + Benefits We are delighted to be partnering with a well-established and growing manufacturing organisation to recruit an Assistant Accountant. This is an excellent opportunity to join an innovative business operating across multiple high-performance industries, offering real scope to develop and make an impact, with potential for a permanent role after the initial contract period. Reporting into the Senior Management Accountant, you will play a key role in supporting the finance function and contributing to continuous improvement across financial processes. Key Responsibilities Maintain daily and monthly cashflow forecasts Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts, including: Trial Balance Profit & Loss Balance Sheet Variance analysis with commentary Reconcile control accounts Post accruals, prepayments, and other journals (including sales, cost of sales, and...

Group Financial Accountant Cambridge (2 days in the office) 12 Month Fixed-Term Contract £60,000 - £65,000 Our client is a highly respected international organisation seeking a technically strong Financial Accountant to join their Group Finance team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant who enjoys working within a collaborative, high-performing finance function, taking ownership of group reporting, statutory accounts, technical accounting and financial control in a complex, multi-entity environment. Working alongside an experienced finance leadership team, you'll play a key role in ensuring accurate month-end reporting, supporting statutory reporting requirements and providing technical accounting expertise across the business. You'll also have the opportunity to contribute to finance transformation and continuous improvement initiatives. Key Responsibilities - Prepare monthly group consolidation journals and support...

Are you AAT qualified and looking for a role where you can take on more responsibility? Do you enjoy working across both transactional finance and management accounts? Would you like to join an established, growing business in a newly created position? NXTGEN is supporting a successful and well-established organisation in West Norfolk with the recruitment of an Assistant Management Accountant. This is a newly created role within the head office finance team, offering the opportunity to work closely with the Finance Business Partner and play an important part in the day-to-day running of the finance function. The role would suit an experienced finance professional who has a strong grounding in transactional accounting but is keen to develop further exposure to management accounts, reporting and wider financial processes. Key responsibilities will include: * Maintaining accurate customer and supplier ledgers * Completing regular bank reconciliations * Investigating and...

Group Financial Accountant An excellent opportunity has become available for a Group Financial Accountant to join a large, multi-site organisation on a 12-month fixed-term contract. Working within a collaborative finance function, you'll support statutory reporting, group reporting and financial control while contributing to ongoing finance improvement initiatives. Key Responsibilities Preparation of group reporting. Production of statutory accounts. Month-end and year-end reporting. Balance sheet reconciliations. Technical accounting support. Liaison with external auditors. Financial controls and compliance. Process improvement projects.About You ACA or ACCA qualified. Strong technical accounting knowledge. Experience preparing statutory accounts. Excellent analytical skills. Strong attention to detail. Comfortable working within a complex organisation.Desirable Previous experience within professional services or another complex corporate environment

Level 3 Accountant  Leicestershire Full time – Hybrid (3 days in the office) The Capital Accountant will provide specialist support across the Council's capital accounting function, ensuring statutory deadlines are met and financial reporting is accurate and compliant. Key Responsibilities Support the Council's financial accounts process using specialist knowledge of corporate finance, government policy, and local authority finance legislation. Prepare and review working papers for the Statement of Accounts. Respond promptly to external audit queries and provide supporting documentation. Complete key reconciliations and audit sampling requirements. Support the production of quarterly capital monitoring reports. Prepare government returns and grant claims. Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and statutory requirements. To find out more information please contact (url removed) Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices. We are an equal...

Role Title: Capital Accountant Type: Interim 3 to 6-month contract Day Rate: Competitive Hybrid: Onsite presence is a requirement Location: Leicestershire Sellick Partnership are working with a Local Authority in Leicestershire who are seeking an experienced Capital Accountant to support the finance team with a range of urgent year-end and capital accounting activities. The successful candidate will utilise their specialist knowledge of corporate finance, government policy and local authority finance legislation to support the production of the Council's financial accounts and ensure key statutory deadlines are met. The responsibilities of the Capital Accountant will be: Supporting the production of the Statement of Accounts, specifically relating to capital accounting Preparing and reviewing year-end working papers Responding to external audit queries and supporting audit sampling requests Completing key balance sheet reconciliations Supporting the production of quarterly...

Role Title: Revenue Accountant Type: Interim 3 to 6-month contract Day Rate: Competitive Hybrid: Onsite presence is a requirement Location: Leicestershire Sellick Partnership are working with a Local Authority in Leicestershire who are seeking an experienced Revenue Accountant to provide specialist support across revenue accounting, financial reporting and external audit. This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy finance team supporting key statutory reporting requirements and ensuring the accuracy of the Council's financial records. The responsibilities of the Revenue Accountant will be: Responding to external audit queries and supporting audit sampling Completing key balance sheet reconciliations Reviewing reconciliations prepared by other accountancy teams Supporting the production of quarterly revenue monitoring reports Leading on the Whole of Government Accounts (WGA) submission Supporting year-end financial reporting activities The ideal candidate for the...

Role Title: Treasury & Financial Strategy Accountant Type: Interim 3 to 6-month contract Day Rate: Competitive Hybrid: Onsite presence is a requirement Location: Leicestershire Sellick Partnership are working with a Local Authority in Leicestershire who are seeking an experienced Treasury & Financial Strategy Accountant to support the Council's treasury management and medium-term financial planning. This is an exciting opportunity to work closely with the Financial Strategy and Treasury Manager, supporting the delivery of the Council's treasury activities, financial strategies and budget setting processes. The responsibilities of the Treasury & Financial Strategy Accountant will be: Supporting the preparation of treasury management policies and strategies Assisting with borrowing, investment and asset financing activities Supporting day-to-day treasury management decisions in line with Council policy Preparing financial forecasts and sensitivity analysis...

Accountant Location: Loughborough (Onsite) Pay Rate: £31.87 per hour Contract: Temporary assignment until 28th June 2027 Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday (7.5-hour working day) Start Date: ASAP Adecco are proud to be recruiting on behalf of our client for an Accountant to join their established finance team in Loughborough. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional to join a global organisation, where you'll play a key role in delivering accurate financial reporting, supporting budgeting activities, and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. The Role As an Accountant, you will be responsible for analysing financial information and preparing reports that support business decision-making. You will help maintain accurate financial records, support financial planning activities, and contribute to the ongoing success of the finance function. Key Responsibilities Prepare, examine and analyse accounting records, financial statements and...

Credit Controller Peterborough PE1 (Onsite role) 6 - 9 months contract – may extend, in line with business need 37 hours a week Mon - Fri: Latest start time is 08:30, most of the team start at 7am (finish time dependent on start time), earlier finish on a Friday! Up to £15.37 PAYE hourly rate plus holiday and pension contribution OR Umbrella hourly rates up to £20.86 Are you a Credit Controller who can build strong customer relationships and collaborate to resolve issues? Would you like to work for a world-renowned brand? We are looking for a Credit Controller to join our client’s Financial Services Team in Peterborough. This is a 6 - 9 month contract which may extend, in line with business need. You’ll manage a portfolio of key global customers, driving cash collection, reducing overdue debt, and minimising payment risk. This is a great opportunity to gain exposure to global matrix operations within a globally renowned Fortune 100 organisation What the Credit Controller will do:...

Interim Financial Controller Peterborough | Hybrid Working (1 Day per Week) | £65,000 - £70,000 | 6-9 Month Fixed-Term Contract About the Opportunity We're delighted to be partnering with a large, well-established organisation in Peterborough to recruit an experienced Interim Financial Controller on a 6-9 month fixed-term contract.This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified finance professional to join a complex and evolving organisation in a senior leadership capacity. Reporting directly to the Finance Director, you will play a key role in leading financial control, statutory reporting, compliance, governance and finance operations, whilst supporting ongoing finance transformation and process improvement initiatives.The successful candidate will enjoy a broad and varied remit, combining hands-on technical accounting expertise with strategic leadership and stakeholder engagement. Key Responsibilities As Interim Financial Controller, your responsibilities will include:...

Belmont Recruitment are currently looking for an experienced Exchequer Assistant to join Rutland Council on an initial 3-6 month temporary contract. This is a full-time role working 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Key Responsibilities * Process supplier invoices and ensure timely creditor payments, including BACS payment runs. * Raise debtor invoices and credit notes in line with agreed timescales. * Set up and maintain supplier and customer accounts. * Process and reconcile cash receipts, banking transactions and income records. * Ensure the correct treatment of VAT and assist with CIS verification and deductions where required. * Reconcile financial data, investigate discrepancies and clear suspense accounts. * Monitor outstanding debts and assist with debt recovery activities in accordance with Council policies. * Provide advice and guidance to internal departments on purchasing, invoicing and financial procedures. * Respond to finance enquiries...

Part-Time Accounts Assistant Sutterton | 15 Hours per Week | £16.00 per Hour | Temporary until December/January Are you an experienced Accounts Assistant looking for a flexible part-time opportunity with a friendly and professional business? We're recruiting on behalf of our client for a Part-Time Accounts Assistant to support their Senior Accountant during a busy period. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys a varied accounts role and is looking for flexible hours in a supportive working environment. The Role Working approximately 15 hours per week, you'll be responsible for supporting the day-to-day finance function, including both purchase and sales ledger activities. Your duties will include: Purchase Ledger •Processing supplier invoices and credit notes accurately. •Reconciling supplier statements and resolving discrepancies. •Responding to supplier and internal finance queries via email. •Reconciling company credit card statements and matching...

Contracts Administrator Location: Groby, Leicestershire Pay Rate: £19.00 - £23.00 per hour (depending on experience) Contract Length: 6-Month Temporary Contract Department: Contracts Management Adecco are recruiting on behalf of our client, a leading organisation within the aerospace and defence sector, for an experienced Contracts Administrator to join their Contracts Management team on a 6-month contract. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially focused contracts professional to support the administration and management of complex government, commercial and international contracts within a highly regulated environment. The Role As a Contracts Administrator, you will be responsible for supporting the full contract lifecycle, ensuring contractual compliance, minimising risk and supporting successful programme delivery. Key Responsibilities Contract Administration & Management Prepare, review and administer contracts, subcontracts, NDAs and contract...

Payroll and Office Manager Full Time, 16 month Fixed Term Contract £Attractive Salary We are looking for a Payroll and Office Manager to join our clients team, reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer. You’ll lead a small but mighty team comprising four people. THE ROLE Your responsibilities as a Payroll and Office Manager will include: * Oversee daily financial operations, managing payroll, expenses, and pensions * Handle HMRC reports and submissions * Supervise petty cash and expense payments * Support budgeting and forecasting alongside the Management Accountant THE CANDIDATE The ideal Payroll and Office Manager will be able to demonstrate the following key skills and experience: * Proven experience in managing and developing a team * Ideally, a level 5 Payroll Management Certificate or significant experience * A recognised accountancy qualification (CIMA/ACCA/ACA) * Advanced Excel and Sage skills * Excellent attention to detail and strong...

RECfinancial are recruiting on behalf of a growing and well established business in the Loughborough area who re looking to appoint an experienced Payroller to join their busy finance team, on a Temporary basis with a real possibility of the role going Permanent. Due to the companies location it is accessible from Coalville, Glenfield, Thurmaston, and of course Central Leicester. As well as parts of Derby, Nottingham and Melton Mowbray. This is an excellent opportunity for an organised payroll professional who enjoys working in a fast paced environment where accuracy, attention to detail and exceptional service are highly valued. You'll take ownership of payroll processes, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time. The Role Processing weekly and monthly payrolls accurately and within agreed deadlines. Managing payroll administration including starters, leavers, pensions and statutory payments. Calculating overtime, bonuses, holiday pay and other payroll deductions....

Credit Controller – 8 month FTC A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Credit Controller to join a well-established distribution company based in Stevenage on an 8-month fixed-term contract with potential to go permanent. In this busy and varied role, you will take ownership of collecting invoices in line with agreed payment terms, working closely with customers and internal teams to resolve queries quickly and professionally. You will need to be confident on the phone, highly organised, detail-focused and able to prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment. What you’ll be doing: * Take ownership of collecting invoices in line with agreed payment terms. * Process invoices, credit notes and RMAs accurately and on time to support strong cash collection. * Resolve customer queries promptly by liaising with teams across the business. * Raising manual invoices and credit notes to customers. * Running credit checks for the opening of new accounts...

Job Advertisement: Payroll Advisor (Temporary) Location: Kirkby-in-Ashfield Contract Type: Temporary Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for payroll? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where your expertise can shine? Our client is seeking a dedicated Payroll Advisor to join their team in Kirkby-in-Ashfield! This temporary role offers an exciting opportunity to make a real impact and ensure smooth payroll operations. Key Responsibilities: As a Payroll Advisor, you will: Maintain Pay Records: Prepare input data and perform manual pay calculations as needed. Process Payments: Handle National Insurance and PAYE in compliance with statutory requirements. Administer Leave Schemes: Manage Statutory and Occupational Maternity, Paternity, Adoption, and Sick Pay, collaborating with employees, managers, and HR. Make Payments: Ensure timely payment of statutory deductions and liaise with relevant organisations. Superannuation Documentation: Complete and advise on...