59 assistant accountant jobs found

This is an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Accountant to join a not-for-profit organisation. The role focuses on supporting the Accounting & Finance department in maintaining accurate financial records and assisting with financial reporting. Client Details This not-for-profit organisation is a small-sized entity committed to making a meaningful impact within its sector. It offers a professional and focused working environment dedicated to achieving its goals. Description Assist in the preparation and maintenance of financial records and reports. Support the month-end and year-end close processes. Reconcile bank statements and manage accounts payable and receivable. Prepare and submit VAT returns and other statutory reporting requirements. Assist in budget preparation and monitoring expenditure. Provide support during internal and external audits. Maintain and update accounting systems and ensure compliance with financial regulations. Collaborate with other departments...

Our client are a leading manufacturer providing specialist solutions to a variety of industries such as aerospace, power generation, rail and oil and gas industries. They are looking for an Assistant Accountant with experience within manufacturing ideally for a 9 month fixed term contract.   Assistant Accountant Sunbury on Thames Manufacturing Company 9-month FTC (Maternity cover)   Job Description:  The ideal candidate for this role will have previous experience working in a fast-paced finance team will be actively studying towards a professional qualification such as ACCA or CIMA. They will possess strong technical and analytical skills, along with a proactive attitude and the ability to work in a dynamic environment.    Scope of Role: To support the Finance Manager in ensuring the accuracy, timely accounting of transactions and compliance with the internal and external requirements of the ledgers, so that SOX, Internal & External Audit and other compliance/regulatory...

An exciting opportunity has arisen within a reputable, rapidly expanding business operating in the manufacturing industry, known for its innovative approach and strong company culture. Our client is looking for an Assistant Accountant to work alongside the Financial Controller, to assist with all month end duties and production of management accounts on an ongoing temporary basis.  What will the Assistant Accountant role involve? Supporting the monthly management and year-end accounting processes while ensuring compliance with company policies and regulations Assisting with VAT, and statutory reporting obligations Reconciling accounts and managing daily transaction processing Collaborating with the wider finance team to improve processes and ensure financial accuracy Assisting with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis to support strategic decision-making Contributing to the continuous improvement of financial reporting systems and procedures Providing support during...

CMA Recruitment Group is delighted to be partnering with a well-established not-for-profit organisation based in Fareham, Hampshire, to recruit an Assistant Accountant on a contract basis. This assignment is expected to last approximately 6–9 months, covering a key period of sickness within the organisation. This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive, motivated, and ambitious individual who is keen to make a tangible impact in a mission-driven environment. Working within this not-for-profit, you will have the chance to contribute to meaningful projects, support financial operations, and gain valuable experience in a dynamic, purpose-led organisation. This role is ideal for someone looking to broaden their accounting experience, develop their skills, and play a pivotal role in ensuring smooth financial processes during a critical transitional period. What will the Assistant Accountant role involve? Bookkeeping and reconciliation of all bank accounts Assistance with monthly...

Assistant Financial Accountant Location: Wareham Contract Type: Permanent 12 month FTC Hyrbid Working £30-35,000 per annum We're looking for an Assistant Financial Accountant to play a key role in delivering accurate and timely external regulatory reporting and supporting our clients Group Finance team. If you're detail-oriented, proactive, and eager to develop your career in finance, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. What you'll be doing Assisting in the preparation of statutory accounts for the Group and its subsidiaries, including year-end reporting schedules for external auditors. Preparing and submitting VAT returns across all entities, managing payments and resolving queries. Reconciling key balance sheet accounts, including VAT control and reserve accounts. Helping maintain finance reporting and budgeting system. Supporting due diligence on acquisitions and coordinating monthly journal reviews. Assisting with fixed asset reporting. What we're looking...

Most finance roles cover similar ground: month-end, reports, reconciliations. But not all of them give you the same level of variety, autonomy, and exposure to the wider business. This 12-month maternity cover position offers just that. You'll be stepping into a well-supported role with a strong handover in place. And while this is a fixed-term contract, opportunities like this have previously led to longer-term roles. About the company: You'll join a well-established, privately-owned company operating in a sector that continues to grow. The business maintains strong financial discipline and a proactive approach to expansion, with a finance function that works closely alongside operational teams. The culture is collaborative and progressive, you'll find a genuine opportunity to develop your skills, contribute meaningfully, and take on increasing responsibility within a supportive environment. What you'll be doing: Overseeing key month-end processes: ledgers, bank...

Management Accountant​ £38,760​ per annum Chester Full time, Fixed Term Contract - 12-18 months​ Our Management Accounts Team is looking for team member! Are you an experienced management accountant with great business partnering skills then this could be the role for you! Supporting the Finance Manager – Management Accounts you will be responsible for managing the Colleagues and Culture directorate as well as workings alongside other members of staff. You will be confident to get out to the wider business to ensure that you have all the information that you need to create high quality management accounts, budgets and forecasting. You will also provide support and advice to both finance and non-finance colleagues in their understanding of financial performance, controls and systems. If you think you’ve got most of what we are looking for, but not everything, we’d still love to hear from you. The closing date for applications is 5pm on 5th December 2025. You’ll need to submit a CV...

Finance Assistant Our manufacturing client is looking for a finance assistant to join their existing team on a temporary basis at their base in Amesbury, Wiltshire. You'll be involved in the day to day running of the accounts department whilst gaining the potential for further permanent employment. This role will suit someone who is looking to step into the world of finance and looking to learn the roles or an organised person looking to up-skill themselves with a wider administrative knowledge. What you will doing within the role of Finance Assistant? · Inputting of financial data into accounts software · Assisting with the process of payments · Daily shared inbox management · Ad hoc administrative duties What will I bring to the role of Finance Assistant? · Strong organisational skills with a high attention to detail · IT Literate - Including a basis level of MS systems including Excel · Desirable - basic knowledge of an accounting software (Sage, Xero, etc) · A team...

We are seeking a meticulous Payroll Assistant to support the accounting and finance department within the not-for-profit sector. This temporary role, based in Birmingham, requires a detail-oriented individual to manage payroll processes efficiently. Client Details This opportunity is with a respected organisation within the not-for-profit industry. The organisation operates on a small-sized scale, focusing on making a meaningful impact through their services and operations. Description Process payroll accurately and on time in line with organisational policies. Ensure compliance with current payroll legislation and regulations. Maintain and update employee payroll records and data. Respond to payroll-related queries and provide resolutions promptly. Collaborate with the accounting and finance department for accurate reporting. Assist in reconciling payroll accounts and preparing necessary reports. Support the implementation of new payroll systems or processes as required....

Finance Officer (Purchase Ledger) Location: Workington - IN OFFICE ONLY Salary: £27,201 - £28,777 (dependent on experience) Contract: Temporary (4 months) Hours: 25 hours per week (flexible between 9:00am and 4:00pm) Job Purpose The Finance Officer (Purchase Ledger) is responsible for the timely, accurate, and efficient processing of supplier invoices, credit notes, and payments in accordance with the organisation's financial procedures. The post-holder will maintain accurate purchase ledger records, support month-end processes, and deliver high-quality customer service to suppliers and internal colleagues. Key Responsibilities Invoice Processing * Receive, review, and process supplier invoices and credit notes. * Match invoices to purchase orders and delivery notes where applicable. * Ensure correct coding, VAT treatment, and authorisation. * Resolve invoice discrepancies by liaising with managers, budget holders, and suppliers. Supplier Account Management * Maintain...

Accounts Payable Assistant Reading - Hybrid-working 9 Month Fixed Term Contract At MBNL, our mission is clear: Managing the Mobile Infrastructure to Enable Digital Britain. As the UK's largest network-sharing joint venture, we are at the forefront of industry transformation, delivering innovative solutions that shape the future of connectivity. We are looking for an Accounts Payable Assistant to join our high-performing Accounting Team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and enjoys working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders. You will play a key role in supporting the Payments & Expenses Manager by processing transactions accurately and efficiently, resolving queries promptly, and ensuring compliance with our KPIs to help the business achieve its goals. This is a hybrid role with a minimum of 2 days per week in our Central Reading office. Responsibilities of the Accounts Payable Assistant...

Accounts Payable Assistant Contract (4 Months Minimum) Chippenham | £13 per hour | Immediate Start | Office-Based A well-established business in Chippenham is looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Assistant to join their busy finance team on a rolling contract. This is a fast-paced, high-volume role offering variety and the chance to make an immediate impact. Responsibility - Accounts Payable Assistant Processing a high volume of business overhead invoices and employee expenses Raising purchase orders, matching and coding invoices, and resolving any discrepancies quickly Managing supplier queries and resolving payment disputes efficiently Preparing and running daily BACS payment runs plus ad-hoc payments (CHAPS, faster payments) and producing remittance advices Reconciling monthly supplier statements and keeping vendor records accurate and up to date Maintaining the purchase ledger, clearing debit balances and unmatched items Supporting month-end close and...

Payroll Officer – Temp, Immediate Start (Office-Based, Full-Time) In-house payroll | Circa 500 employees | Urgent start Are you an experienced Payroll Officer / Payroll Administrator who can hit the ground running? I’m working with a client who needs someone immediately to take ownership of their in-house payroll – this is a full-time, office-based temp role starting ASAP. The role You’ll be responsible for managing a c.500-strong payroll, making sure everyone is paid accurately and on time. This is a hands-on, end-to-end payroll role where you’ll be the go-to person on site for anything payroll-related. Key responsibilities: * End-to-end processing of in-house payroll for circa 500 employees * Ensuring accurate calculation of pay, overtime, holiday pay and allowances * Processing starters, leavers and contractual changes * Handling PAYE, NI, pensions and other statutory deductions * Checking and reconciling payroll reports before...

Title:                   Accounts Payable Clerk Location:           Warrington Salary:                £13.94 per hour Shifts:                  Monday- Friday 08:30- 17:00 Contract Type:  Temporary We are currently recruiting for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join our client’s team on a temporary basis. Working on a team of 6, you will be responsible for the following duties; As an Accounts Payable Clerk your duties will be: -   Invoice processing: Receiving, verifying, and entering invoices into the accounting system, ensuring they are accurate and have the necessary supporting documentation. Reconciliation: Reconciling the accounts payable sub-ledger with the general ledger and performing bank reconciliations. Compliance and control: Ensuring all payments are made in compliance with company policies, procedures, and relevant regulations. Month-end close: Assisting with the month-end and year-end closing processes by completing all necessary tasks related to accounts payable....

Finance Manager/Management Accountant - FTC to February 2027- immediate start Are you a detail-driven finance professional ready to lead and make an impact? Reds10 is recruiting a Finance Manager to cover maternity leave, where you'll play a key role in delivering accurate financial reporting, driving compliance, and supporting strategic decision-making. Based in our manufacturing facility in East Yorkshire and collaborating with our team in London, you'll be working for a dynamic and fast paced organisation changing theway the UK builds. This role is immediate - please only apply if you are available to start Responsibilities include: * Maintain robust financial controls and compliance with regulations * Lead and develop a small factory finance team * Manage payroll, payment runs, and stock reporting * Prepare labour forecasts, budgets, and Capex reports * Support audits, R&D tax claims, and financial compliance * Collaborate with the Financial Controller on...

If you'd like to work in a Purchase Ledger role in an education based environment with a friendly team, this could be the role for you. This long term temp role is paying the equivalent of an annual salary of £27,300 to £29,250 and comes with holiday pay, pension, free parking, onsite canteen and coffee shop. About The Purchase Ledger Role: Working as part of a small team, you will be dealing with purchase invoices with a focus on solving queries and discrepancies Duties will include: Reviewing and processing purchase invoices Matching and posting to the system Dealing with high value invoices for a variety of services and contracts across the business Liaising with the other contacts on price or quantity discrepancies Providing general support across the team as needed We would LOVE to hear from you if you have the following skills and experience: Experience in a similar Purchase Ledger or Accounts Assistant with good Purchase Ledger experience Confident dealing with a...

Accounts Payable Specialist (Temporary) Are you a graduate in business or finance looking to kick-start your career in a dynamic environment? Our client, a leading organisation in the accounts sector, is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist for a temporary contract based in Speke. This is an exciting opportunity to gain valuable experience and contribute to the success of an international company. Position: Accounts Payable Specialist Contract Type: Temporary Hourly Rate: £13.85 Contract Length: 4 months Start Date: 24th November 2025 End Date: 24th March 2026 Working Pattern: Full Time (37.5 hours per week, 8am - 5pm) Location: Speke Key Responsibilities: Run ageing reports and review accounts payable balances to ensure accuracy. Process invoices efficiently and accurately. Resolve non-payment issues with customers and maintain positive relationships. Liaise with collection agencies to address payment escalations. Collaborate with the sales team to manage payment issues and...

Accounts Payable Role for International Company Adecco are currently recruiting for our client based in Speke, Liverpool. 4 Month Contract The role is part of the Accounts Receivable team and is responsible for performing Collections activities and running and reviewing reports. This role will provide customer support around payments and investigate opportunities to improve customer satisfaction. It will also support ad hoc queries, projects and continuous improvement initiatives. For payment issues and escalations, this role will liaise with collection agencies and with the sales team. Main Responsibilities and Accountability's Run ageing reports and review AP balance Processing invoices Resolve non-payment issues with customers Liaise with collection agencies Liaise with sales team to for payment escalations Process write-offs Respond to ad hoc customer queries Liaise with customer service on customer queries as required Develop collections & customer queries root...

Sewell Wallis are recruiting for a global firm in the heart of Sheffield. This business is operating in 40+ countries and well over 50 offices worldwide. Due to expansion, they're looking for an AML Analyst to join their team. This is a 24-month fixed-term contract role and an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start their career in Risk and Compliance. This role will offer hybrid working. What will you be doing? In this key role, you will work within our Ongoing Monitoring Team which is responsible for the administration of the ongoing monitoring of our client database. The primary focus of this team is to ensure client due diligence held on file is up to date, accurate and meets our Anti-Money Laundering and Counter Terrorist Financing responsibilities. Assessing the risk profile of existing clients and whether there have been any changes. Liaising with Partners on client due diligence issues. Running company searches and press searches. Supporting the Deputy...

Are you confident, enthusiastic, and eager to learn? SF Recruitment is looking for a proactive individual to join an Accounts team located in a well-connected town on the outskirts of Nottingham, on a temporary-to-permanent basis. Pay & Benefits - Monday-Friday schedule, with occasional weekend work - Starting salary: £28,000-£33,000, depending on experience - Annual company bonus scheme - Hybrid working available - Access to accredited qualifications - Plus many other great benefits! - Key Requirements - A confident decision-maker with excellent attention to detail - Ability to manage financial aspects of customer accounts and profit & loss - A collaborative team player committed to improving processes and performance - Experience in an Accounts role preferred - AAT qualification (or equivalent) - or working toward it - is beneficial - Able to translate financial data into clear insights for internal stakeholders - Experience with QlikSense or PowerBI is...