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Michael Page are actively working with a long standing client who are searching for an Assistant Management Accountant to join their team in Hull on a permanent basis. My client is looking for someone familiar with the management accounts processes and, someone who is ambitious to progress to become a qualified accountant. Client Details Michael Page are actively working with a long standing client who are searching for an Assistant Management Accountant to join their team in Hull on a permanent basis. My client is looking for someone familiar with the management accounts processes and, someone who is ambitious to progress to become a qualified accountant. This is the perfect opportunity for someone wanting a clear progression pathway into management accounts! My client is well known for their commitment to providing a flexible working space to their employees. They also take pride in providing top quality training and clear pathways of progression. Description • Assist in preparing monthly management accounts and financial statements., • Collaborate with other departments, • Support year-end activities including liaising with external auditors, • Support in posting of journals, accruals analysis, and variance analysis, • Reconcile balance sheets and investigate any discrepancies., • Support year-end activities including liaising with external auditors, • Contribute to ongoing process improvement initiatives including the development and implementation of internal control procedures Profile A successful Assistant Management Accountant should have: • Part Qualified in AAT, ACCA, CIMA, is preferred but not essential, • Have gained working exposure to management accounts duties, • Strong communication skills, • Strong analytical skills with attention to detail., • Knowledge of accounting principles and regulations., • A proactive attitude with the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Job Offer • Salary up to £30,000!, • Hybrid working model, with 2 to 3 days in the office each week in Hull., • Study support in ACCA, CIMA, • Opportunities for professional development and career growth., • A supportive and collaborative company culture., • Comprehensive holiday allowance and additional employee benefits. If this Hybrid working opportunity is one that you're interested in, please apply below!

CMA is currently working with an international business in Southampton who are considered a market leader within their industry sector and are a continued growth trajectory. The role of the Assistant Accountant is to support the UK Finance Manager in all aspects of financial accounting and financial analysis across multiple sites, providing financial input to commercial decisions of the business. This is a really varied role which will incorporate both day to day transactional and month end responsibilities. Please note you MUST have recent experience with Microsoft Dynamics and demonstrate a strong level of proficiency in the using this software within finance. This is a remote role that will be home based with monthly team meetings held in Southampton or London. What will the Assistant Accountant role involve? • Assist in preparing monthly accounts to include month end journal postings and corrective journals., • Oversee purchase ledger ensuring all financial transactions are recorded accurately., • Perform monthly account reconciliations, including bank reconciliations and resolution of discrepancies., • Completing accounting entries for company credit cards, expenses and petty cash., • General administration support across the Finance team and any other reasonable tasks as directed by the Group Financial Controller. Suitable Candidate for the Assistant Accountant vacancy: • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Dynamic is essential., • Part qualified ACCA or CIMA or AAT qualified and looking to commence with further qualifications., • Experience working in cross functional teams., • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills., • Excellent communication skills, a real team player with a strong team ethos. CMA Recruitment Group is acting as a recruitment business in relation to this role. CMA complies with all relevant UK legislation and doesn’t discriminate on any protected characteristics. By completing the application process, you agree to the terms outlined in our Privacy Notice and that CMA may contact you in connection with your application in relation to CMA providing you with work finding services. Our Privacy Notice can be viewed under the privacy tab on our website. CMA is currently receiving a high volume of applications. Whilst we ensure all applications are considered, regrettably, it may not be possible to respond individually to all applications received.

Financial Controller | B2B SaaS Start-up | Fully Remote (UK) Harmonic are delighted to be working with a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) businesses in their search for a Financial Controller. Operating in the B2B SaaS space, their cutting-edge platform supports a range of businesses including fast growing startups to global brands, helping them to streamline and enhance key operations and deliver measurable impact across teams and workflows. They have attracted major Venture Capital investors with a track record of backing some of the most disruptive and successful tech success stories of the last decade. The business is led by a highly ambitious and bright senior leadership team that promotes empowerment, ownership and accountability. Subsequently, you'll be trusted to work autonomously as a remote employee. They are building a team of smart, passionate, and ambitious people that are excited by the opportunity for growth both personally and professionally as they aim to build the next SaaS success story. The Role: In this role, you'll collaborate closely with a part-time CFO to shape the financial backbone of the business. From tightening internal controls to delivering meaningful insights through data-driven reporting, you'll help ensure the company stays compliant, scales responsibly, and builds lasting value. Responsibilities: • Take full ownership of our financial records and ensure their accuracy, • Oversee a lean finance operations team across billing, payments, credit control, inventory, and cash flow, • Coordinate with external partners (accountants, auditors, tax advisors) to meet statutory requirements in the UK and US, • Contribute to strategic projects and financial planning activities, • Lead month-end close and prepare internal and external reports with the part-time CFO, • Deliver regular financial analysis for sales updates and business reviews, • Manage payroll in collaboration with the part-time CFO, • Oversee our financial systems (e.g. Xero, Spendesk), • Stay on top of regulatory obligations and ensure ongoing compliance, • Guide and support the Accounts Assistant Requirements: • Practice trained qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA) with 2+ year post-practice experience, • Experience in a SaaS/Tech business preferred, • Proven experience in a senior finance role, • Clear communicator and able to build relationships across all levels Salary: £75,000 - £90,000 Main benefits include (not limited to): • Fully remote + flexible working hours, • Discretionary bonus, • Enhanced pension scheme, • L&D budget, • Remote-working allowance, • Healthcare and well-being initiatives Location: Fully remote (UK) At Harmonic, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We actively welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and assure you that every candidate will be thoughtfully considered for the roles we represent, without regard to race, religion, gender expression, disability, or sexual orientation.

SENIOR GROUP FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT REMOTE (WITH TRAVEL TO LONDON ONCE PER MONTH) £55,000 TO £65,000 + BONUS (UP TO 8%) THE COMPANY: We are partnering exclusively with a fast-growing, investor-backed SME that has more than tripled recurring revenue in the last 12 months from £7m to £22m, and is on track to reach £50m ARR within the next year. The business operates a remote-first culture but requires circa one day per month in London, so candidates must be within reasonable commuting distance. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded, qualified accountant to join a dynamic SME and build out the finance function over time. THE GROUP FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT ROLE: As Group Financial Accountant, you'll be reporting to the Financial Controller and working closely with the CFO, you will take ownership of financial reporting, statutory compliance and controls across a group structure. You will also lead the build-out of the transactional finance function within the next 3 to 6 months. • Own the month-end close process, delivering timely management accounts and commentary, • Prepare monthly P&L, balance sheet reconciliations and supporting schedules, • Maintain a monthly accounting calendar, ensuring deadlines for reconciliations, journals and reporting are met, • Produce annual statutory accounts in line with UK GAAP (FRS 102), • Manage the year-end audit process and liaise with external auditors, • Prepare and submit VAT returns, with a strong understanding of different VAT treatments, • Support compliance with CTax and other statutory filings, • Maintain short- and long-term cashflow forecasts and assist with working capital management, • Work with operations teams to ensure accurate stock and inventory accounting, • Review work of outsourced bookkeeping and payroll providers, • Act as the key finance contact for VAT, payroll and pension compliance queries, • Drive process improvements and system optimisation, • Optimise and maintain the Xero accounting system as the business grows, • Hire and mentor an Assistant to bring transactional finance in-house THE PERSON: • Must be fully qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA, • 3 to 5 years post-qualification experience in a fast-scaling SME Commercial business environment, within a Group Financial Accountant or Management Accountant role or similar., • Experience in engineering, manufacturing, retail or similar commercial sectors preferred, • Hands-on experience preparing management accounts, reconciliations and statutory accounts, • Group accounting experience is essential, • Strong knowledge of UK GAAP (FRS 102) and VAT treatments, • Exposure to IFRS is an advantage but not essential, • Experience in a scaling SME is highly desirable, • Comfortable working remotely with minimal supervision, • Proactive and self-motivated with strong ownership mindset, • Experience in engineering, manufacturing, retail or similar commercial sectors preferred, • Confident user of Xero with an interest in process and system improvements TO APPLY: Please send your CV for the Group Financial Accountant role for immediate consideration Get Recruited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Key Responsiblities Applications close: Tuesday, 10th February 2026 at 5:00 pm The Finance Assistant will assist with the processing of accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions in a small finance team, as well as being the Finance main point of contact between Japan House London and Japan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The Finance Assistant will be responsible for ensuring that all finance documents are translated and submitted to MoFA according to the agreed contract.The role will extend to all areas of accounts payable from authorisation through to payment, and the Finance Assistant will have an integral role to play in the month-end reporting. The Finance Assistant will also be required to support the Financial Accountant and the Finance Director with the preparation of financial reports for upper management. KEY RELATIONSHIPS Internal • Finance Team, • Director General of Japan House London, • Executive Management Committee members, • Budget holders across Japan House London External • The Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Tokyo (MoFA), • Commercial Operators (Retail and Restaurant), • External Auditors KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Accounting • Process high volumes of supplier invoices accurately in a timely manner and with great attention to detail, ensuring correct coding, approvals, and documentation., • Proactively manage the invoice workflow, including chasing approvals, resolving discrepancies, and preventing backlogs., • Prepare and execute payment runs (BACS and international payments where applicable in line with internal controls), • Reconcile supplier statements and investigate unmatched or disputed items., • Liaise with suppliers and internal stakeholders (project managers, operations and restaurant) to resolve invoice and payment queries., • Work as part of a team to assist with the raising of sales invoices., • Assist with the month-end close, including processing of accounting journals and reconciliations (inc. bank) as required, • Assistance with ad hoc finance projects as they arise, • Deal with ad hoc queries as necessary MoFA Liaison • Act as main point of contact between Japan House and Japan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs on finance-related issues, coordinating and processing finance and accounting-related matters., • Assist in the submission of financial reports and documents required from MoFA in Japanese, including creating approval letters, invoices and reports., • Ad hoc translations and document preparation/submission along with the Finance Director., • Arranging informal meetings with MoFA staff and keeping notes of matters discussed., • Translation work for various emails and documents., • Such other duties and activities as may be required from time to time Skills, Knowledge & Experience Essential • At least two years of experience in a finance or accounts-based role, • Fluent in both written and spoken English and Japanese, with a high proficiency in business language standards, • Excellent Excel skills including pivot tables and VLOOKUP, • Competency in MS applications including Word and PowerPoint Desirable • Finance qualification or degree from an accredited college, or working towards this, • Knowledge of Xero or any other ERP systems would be an advantageCAPABILITIES, • Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively, • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, • Excellent time management skills, including the ability to prioritise and work to strict deadlines, • Proactive, self-starter attitude; helping to improve processes and reduce the likelihood of errors, • Alignment with Japan House London Values of Omotenashi, Integrity, Cultivation, Open-ness and Shared Passion Work Environment • Our aim is for a flexible approach to work locations, balancing regular on-site presence and working remotely. For this role we anticipate an average of 2-3 days per week on site., • Some duties will be carried out in Japan House London public spaces, • Office is based at Japan House London, Kensington High Street., • Normal working hours are seven hours per day, five days per week, with core hours from 10am to 3pm. Benefits • Generous holiday allowance – up to 36 days per year inclusive of public and bank holidays, • Group life insurance scheme, • Health & Wellbeing app including remote GP service and access to counselling, physiotherapy and life coaching services, • Cycle to work scheme, • Employee discount for the Japan House Shop and Stand, • Discount platform for high street shops, • Access to perks and discounts local to Kensington High Street, London, • Personal learning budget after 6 months’ service About us At Japan House London we offer the opportunity to experience the best and latest from Japan. Located on London’s Kensington High Street, the experience we cultivate is an authentic encounter with Japan, engaging and surprising even the most knowledgeable guests. Presenting the very best of Japanese art, design, gastronomy, innovation, and technology, we work to deepen the visitor’s appreciation of all that Japan has to offer. At the same time, we cultivate our own understanding of Japan and Japanese cultures.

• Role: Assistant Accountant, • Type: Fully remote (though preference/priority would be for the candidate to be based in ROI or NI), • Full time/Permanent, • Salary: €40,000-50,000 Atkinson Moss Finance have ben engaged by a dynamic, high-growth international organisation with ambitious expansion plans across the UK and Europe, who now seek a new Accounts Assistant. Our client, a well-established global business with strong financial backing, is seeking an Assistant Accountant to join and support their growing Republic of Ireland finance team. This exciting opportunity offers flexibility, autonomy, and the chance to be part of a forward-thinking, results-driven environment. Key Responsibilities: Working closely with the Financial Controller, your role will involve a wide range of duties including: • Ensuring compliance with financial regulations and reporting standards, • Business partnering with senior leadership and cross-functional teams, • Managing intercompany transactions across multiple entities, • Handling vendor relationships and overseeing the accounts payable process, • Identifying and implementing process improvements to drive efficiency, • Prompt resolution of reconciling items, • Liaising with external payment providers to investigate and resolve discrepancies, • Producing weekly BACs payments and cheque refunds, • Assisting with ad hoc financial reporting and projects, • Managing purchase ledger invoices and payments, • Issuing sales invoices and processing customer receipts, • Conducting bank reconciliations and maintaining accurate financial records, • Organising and managing accounts documentation, • Reconciling ledger accounts as needed, • Handling queries from internal and external stakeholders, • Managing miscellaneous purchasing tasks Experience with international operations and multi-entity environments is highly desirable. What We’re Looking For: This role is perfect for a proactive individual with strong transactional accounting experience who enjoys working with a high level of independence. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and bring a collaborative mindset to the team. In the first instance, click apply.

Personnel Selection Recruitment are working with our client to source an organised, detail-focused and experienced Assistant Financial Accountant to join a busy finance team.

Assistant Accountant needed to support financial operations, including banking, reconciliations, reporting, and compliance within a legal firm.

Assisting with financial accounting tasks, including month-end close and balance sheet reconciliations, with ACCA study support.

The Woodland Trust is looking for a Management Accountant to play a key role in delivering high-quality financial reporting, strategic insight and business partnering support across the organisation. Influence and advise budget holders and senior leaders, ensuring accountability for financial decisi

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For an ambitious and driven candidate, this is an excellent opportunity to continue up the career ladder, as you will work directly alongside the Group Financial Controller. Your role will be to ensure financial processes are followed and the relevant tasks completed, so that accurate & timely infor

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This is an exciting opportunity to join a values-led organisation that plays a vital role within the local community directly to the Director of Finance and Resources, you will take on a key role within the finance team, helping to drive financial performance, support strategic decision-making and d

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An opportunity has arisen to join a growing international business in South West London in a newly created Senior Financial Accountant position. Reporting to the Financial Controller, you'll take ownership of key financial management responsibilities and play an important role in supporting the wide

MTrec Commercial are proudly representing our industry leading client on their search for an experienced Accounts Assistant who is AAT qualified to join their team on a full time and permanent basis.

An existing Financial Controller within the automotive sector, or a Management Accountant from a large dealership environment looking to take the next step in their c. Supporting departmental heads with financial insights and performance analysis. VACANCY - FINANCIAL CONTROLLER - EAST YORKSHIRE AREA

As a Live In care assistant you will be responsible for providing a high standard of care to our clients in th. We at Mayfair Homecare, pride ourselves on placing our valued live-in care assistants at the core of what we do, so that in turn they are best equipped to support those who use our service

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They now wish to appoint a Financial Accountant working closely with the Group Financial Controller. Own year-end statutory consolidation, including consolidation adjustments, eliminations, disclosures, and preparation of draft financial statements.

As part of their continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Group Financial Controller to work alongside the Group Finance Director and take responsibility for the leadership and development of the finance function. Managing a small team, this is a broad role that combines financial control,

Beyond Recruitment are seeking a detail-oriented and organised Assistant Management Accountant to manage financial records and ensure the accuracy of accounting processes. Collaborate with external accountants or auditors during audits or financial reviews. This role offers an opportunity to contrib

Assistant Management Accountant. As a growing business with a friendly and supportive team, we're looking for an Assistant Accountant to join us. Reporting to the Finance Director, the Assistant Management Accountant will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day finance function while also provi

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Birchstone Care Homes we are committed to providing a safe, secure, happy and comfortable home, promoting a high standard of care and an understanding of individual needs to offer support and choice as required.We are looking for kind and caring individuals to join our happy and friendly team, those

Financial Controller | Interim. Eaton Syalon are working exclusively with a growing, private equity-backed SME seeking an experienced Interim Financial Controller to support the business through the next phase of its journey.

As a Financial Accountant within the retail industry, you will manage financial reporting, compliance and analysis to support the business's financial health. A successful Financial Accountant should have:. Experience in financial reporting and compliance within a corporate setting.

Financial Accountant – Brigg – c£52,000 + Bonus & Excellent Benefits Chase & Holland are delighted to be partnering with a fast-growing and highly successful North Lincolnshire business to recruit a talented Financial Accountant. If you are a technically strong accountant lookin

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Financial Controller – Barton-Upon-Humber – £65,000 – £75,000 + 10% Bonus Our client is a successful and growing manufacturing business operating as part of a larger, well-established group.

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Following investment in its finance function and a period of positive transformation, our client is looking to appoint a technically strong Management Accountant to support management reporting, budgeting and financial analysis. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional who enjoys

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We are seeking a Temporary Finance Assistant to support our busy Finance Department for a 2-3 month period. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Finance Assistant or Purchase Ledger Clerk looking for an.

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Because our projects involve high-value procurement, global sourcing, and complex multi-currency transactions, we require a robust financial hand at the helm.

Our client based in Colchester (Great Tey) is seeking an Accounts Assistant to join the team on a temporary basis for roughly 4-6 weeks with the potential to extend.

Assisting with VAT returns and financial reporting requirements. Lobster Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of a growing Design & Construction business that is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant / Bookkeeper to join their team on a part-time basis. This is an excellent op

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