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Chief Accountant Salary: up to £74,652 Location: Kettering Permanent About the Chief Accountant opportunity: Sellick Partnership is proud to have partnered with North Northamptonshire Council with their permanent recruitment for an exciting Chief Accountant opportunity. North Northamptonshire Council was established in 2021. Having gone through the LGR process they now successfully form one of the largest unitary councils in the country. North Northamptonshire Council have an established network of senior leaders from CEO to Assistant Director level that are working together to build a supportive "one-Council" culture which is central to their approach and helps to build solid foundations needed to drive future service improvements. This is an excellent opportunity to play an integral part in this as the Chief Accountant. Key responsibilities of the Chief Accountant will include: • Lead in supporting the Assistant Director of Finance & Accountancy in relation to the Accountancy function, • Close down of the Council's accounts, • Production of the Statement of Accounts, • Overall financial governance ensuring controls are in place and are being effectively maintained., • Take a leading role across the organisation in supporting Executive Directors, Assistant Directors and Service Managers in the overall stewardship of the Council's finances. Ideal characteristics of the Chief Accountant should include: You will have the drive, initiative, confidence and creativity needed to shape services, focus on emerging priorities and deliver excellent services for residents and local communities. This is a truly unique opportunity to be part of the Council's One Council journey of transformation across North Northamptonshire. Benefits available to the Chief Accountant will include: • Highly competitive salary, • Flexible working hours, • Competitive local government pension scheme, • Remote working with occasion on-site presence in Kettering How to apply for the Chief Accountant position: If you would like more information on the Chief Accountant opportunity or an informal discussion about working at North Northamptonshire Council, please contact Daniella Pye in our Sellick Partnership Derby office. Closing date: Wednesday 21th May 2025. Interview date: W/c Monday 26th May 2025 Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.

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.

RM Recruit are working with a brilliant not-for-profit client currently seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Finance Business Partner to join their dynamic finance team on a full-time, temporary-to-permanent basis. This role involves remote working with an office presence of once per month at their Midlands based office. Key Responsibilities: • Support the Finance Business Partner in delivering accurate financial analysis and reporting, • Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts and budget monitoring reports, • Assist the Finance Business Partner with challenging and supporting budget holders as necessary., • Provide financial insight and support to operational teams to drive performance, • Contribute to forecasting, variance analysis, and financial planning activities, • Help maintain robust financial controls and compliance with internal policies, • Liaise with internal and external auditors on relevant audit work., • Assist in preparation of reports to the Executive Team and the Group Board., • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the effective delivery of financial support About You: • Part-qualified accountant (AAT, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) or qualified by experience, • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and financial systems, • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, • Self-motivated, well-organised, and able to work independently in a remote setting, • Previous experience in a finance or management accounting role is desirable If you’re looking to take the next step in your finance career and want to work in a role where your insights and ideas will be valued, we encourage you to apply. RM Recruit is committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and will treat all applicants equally irrespective of sex, sexual orientation, marital/civil partnership status, age, disability, race, religion, pregnancy, ethnic or national origin.

If you’d like to make the online world a safer place, come and join us. About iProov iProov is the world leader in face biometric verification. We are on a mission to make the Internet a safer place for businesses and consumers and work with fantastic customers across a number of industry sectors - organisations using our technology include the US Department of Homeland Security, the UK Home Office, the NHS, Eurostar, the Australian government, the Singapore government, UBS and many more. Diversity at iProov is about reflecting the customers we serve, holding the principles of equality and inclusion at the heart of everything we do and all that we stand for, embracing differences, creating possibilities, and growing together. We aim to foster a culture where individuals of all backgrounds feel confident in bringing their whole selves to work, feel included and their talents are nurtured, empowering them to contribute fully to our purpose. The Role Reports to: Head of Finance Location: WeWork HQ, Waterloo - Hybrid (minimum once in the office per week) Compensation: £50k to £60k (base) + Growth Shares + Company Performance Bonus + UK Benefits iProov has continued to scale rapidly this year and is currently looking for a highly motivated and tech savvy Finance Manager to join a high performing Finance team in London. Reporting into the Head of Finance, you will be responsible for the day to day finance operations and will also get the opportunity to help finalise our implementation of Netsuite, along with helping improve and scale our operational capabilities whilst our business grows. How you’ll make an impact: • Responsible for Month end including all monthly and quarterly reconciliations, • Submission and Management of all Tax and Compliance filings including VAT, • Year-End Audit Preparation, liaising with auditors and assisting with Statutory Account Preparation, • Production of Management accounts and various reports and analysis as required, • Manage Cashflow analysis and assist with cashflow forecasting, • Improve NetSuite functionality and financial system controls, • Managing an Assistant Management Accountant We tend to look for people with: • ACCA or ACA qualified candidates with 3+ years of hands on experience, • Experience of NetSuite is essential, • Demonstrable experience working in a similar position, • Excellent communication skills and attention to detail, • Advanced IT skills (MS Excel, financial software, databases and spreadsheets), • Have an eye for continuous improvement, • Proactive self-starter with a can-do attitude Benefits • 25 days Annual Leave plus 8 Bank Holidays - You can carry over up to 5 days each year, additionally you will receive an extra day’s holiday for each year’s service up to a maximum of 5., • Salary sacrifice schemes including: Pension, Cycle To Work and Electric Car Scheme, • Work Overseas Perk - Work globally for up to 2 weeks, • Life Assurance, • SmartHealth - Access to private GP, Psychologist, Nutritionist along with tailored fitness plans for both you and your family, • Award winning L&D platform with personal allocated training budgets, • Nursery Salary Sacrifice, • Pension - 5% employee, 3% employer, • Flexible hybrid working environment, • Free Barista Coffee/Tea, biscuits with fruit in the office, • Free access to WeWork discounts and free online well-being sessions, • Vitality Health - a range of options available on this below The Vitality Programme includes a number of reward benefits that all employees have access to as part of the plan, for example: • Private Health cover including Dental, Optical, and Audiology, • 50% off monthly gym memberships, • Apple watches significantly discounted based member vitality status, • Half price trainers with Runners Need, • Weekly rewards – Free coffee with Café Nero, • Monthly rewards – Free Cinema ticket, • Discounts on travel with Expedia (hotels) and Mr & Mrs Smith with discounts getting greater throughout the year based on a members vitality status, • Amazon prime free months based on activity, • Up to 25% cashback at Waitrose when buying healthy foods, • 75% off stays at Champneys Health Spas, • Allen Carr’s £299 no smoking programme for free, • Access to Vitality Healthy Mind with 30% off Headspace subscriptions and the ability to earn Vitality points for using Buddhify, Calm and Headspace, • Discounts on Weight Watchers, • 50%-80% off Comprehensive Private Health screenings Due to the nature of our work, we may require our staff to pass a UK Security Clearance check. As such, any offer would also depend on your ability to adhere to the UK Security check criteria.

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.

What will the Assistant Management Accountant role involve? Supporting month-end activities such as manual accruals, prepayments, and fixed asset management Producing and analysing financial reports to aid business decision-making Assisting with balance sheet reconciliations and contributing to pro

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

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

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

Previous experience in a similar Finance Manager, Financial Controller, or. Liaising with department heads to keep projects financially on track and within deadlines. Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or a strong QBE with relevant experience.

Hays is delighted to be partnering with a globally recognised engineering, infrastructure and professional services organisation to recruit an Indirect Tax Manager - UK & Europe.Operating across numerous jurisdictions and delivering complex, high-profile projects worldwide, the business has a well-e

You'll be a trusted financial partner, providing high-quality management accounting, budgeting and reporting support while helping to drive continuous improvement across financial systems and processes. As Management Accountant, you'll work closely with a small team of senior leaders and operational

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Financial Accountant / Payroll Manager to join a successful and well-established business that forms part of a larger international group. Financial Accountant / Payroll Manager (Temp to Perm). This is a varied, hands-on role that combines respon

Assistant Finance Manager £50,000 – £65,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits Southampton / Remote Working with Occasional Travel The Opportunity Our client is a well-established international professional services organisation with a reputation for excellence, integrity and long-ter

Management Accountant | Part Qualified | Cheshire | Permanent. Initially, you'll lead improvements to the fixed asset register and strengthen financial controls around overhead expenditure before becoming increasingly involved in budgeting, commercial analysis and finance projects as the business co

They are looking for a Tax Manager / Senior Tax Accountant with experience of working in a broad range of areas from personal tax including Trusts and Estates through to VAT, MTD for Income Tax, accounting and corporation tax.

We are now looking for our next Management Accountant to play a pivotal role in supporting DEKRA in the UK. DEKRA is seeking an experienced Management Accountant to play a pivotal role within our UK Finance function. This is a senior, business-facing position where you will act as a finance business

Finance Manager, Southampton, £70 – 75k A leading technology business is seeking to expand their team with a Finance Manager to take ownership of financial reporting, entity control, and statutory compliance across a portfolio of international entities.

The successful candidate will ideally have at least 5 years accounting experience working within the Construction / Property Development / New Homes arena and be looking to move into the role of a Finance Manager, thus taking full responsibility for all financial accounting related matters for the N

This is a standalone finance role offering full ownership of the finance function and the opportunity to work closely with senior leadership, providing financial insight, commercial support and strategic input to help drive business growth. Support budgeting, financial modelling and project profitab

Reporting into senior finance leadership, this role offers significant exposure across group accounting, IFRS consolidation, financial reporting, and finance transformation initiatives. Lead the group accounting function, delivering accurate consolidated financial reporting under IFRS.

Working closely with Finance, HR and senior stakeholders, you'll ensure payroll is delivered accurately and compliantly while leading process improvements, strengthening financial controls and driving system enhancements.

This role is suited to a qualified Local Authority finance professional with strong Dedicated Schools Grant / Schools Finance experience, alongside wider financial management, budget monitoring, statutory returns and stakeholder engagement. Working with budget managers and senior officers to review

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. Analyse financial data to identify trends, improve reporting and enhanc

Management Accountant – North Lincolnshire – £45,000-£50,000 Chase & Holland are excited to be working with fast growing, business in North Lincolnshire who are seeking a proactive Management Accountant to join their team. In Return: Competitive salary plus bonus Ons

This is an exciting opportunity to join a global business within a dynamic culture, to work in a commercial setting and influence senior decision makers Hybrid working - 3 days per week in the office Excellent benefits We are ideally seeking a qualified accountant with a proven track record with

The role will also include managing an assistant accountant. RECfinancial is partnering with a prominent Leicester based global organisation, currently operating across 25 countries, to recruit a proactive Finance Manager.

Management Accountant – Exeter – £40,000 + Excellent Benefits. A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Management Accountant to join a successful and well-established organisation based in Exeter. Working for a respected business with a long-standing reputation, you'll play a key role in suppo

What will the Interim Management Accountant role involve? Producing accurate, timely monthly management accounts with clear, insightful variance analysis • Bringing numbers to life through commercial reporting on revenue, margin, costs and working capital • Partnering closely with operati

As a Housekeeping Assistant, you'll be an integral part of our domestic team, ensuring every area of the home is presented to the highest standard of cleanliness and comfort.

Your new company A well-established and growing principal contractor is seeking an experienced Estimating Manager to join its pre-construction team.Operating across refurbishment, leisure, commercial and construction projects, the business has built a strong reputation for quality delivery, profess

Responsible for supporting the university's strategic need to be financially sustainable by managing the financial control environment to ensure that all financial information and reporting produced is accurate, timely and relevant in order. Support the delivery of annual budgets, forecasts, five-ye

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.

What will the Interim Group Financial Controller role involve? Delivering month-end close and management accounts across a four-entity group Providing day-to-day leadership to a small finance team covering accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll Maintaining financial controls and overseei

Maintain robust financial controls, balance sheet integrity, and reconciliation discipline. The Financial Controller owns the day-to-day running of the UK&I finance function. This is a role for a technically strong, hands-on Financial Controller.

What will the Financial Controller role involve? Own financial reporting, board packs and investor commentary Lead budgeting, forecasting and long-term financial planning Support active M&A activity including due diligence and integration Drive improvements to controls, systems and reporting - incl

Key responsibilities will include: • Leading the finance team and supporting their ongoing development • Overseeing the Group reporting process and ensuring reporting deadlines are achieved • Maintaining and enhancing financial controls, policies and procedures • Managing year-en

My client is seeking a proactive and commercially minded Management Accountant to support senior finance leadership in delivering high-quality financial reporting, forecasting and business insight during an exciting period of growth and transformation. Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting & Mon

This is the ideal role for an ambitious Financial Controller who's ready for a broader leadership position whilst still enjoying being close to the detail. Improve financial reporting, controls and processes across the business. Job Title: Group Financial Controller Location: Derbyshire Salary

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. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Financial Controller to join a well-established and growing automotive retail

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.

What will the Group Financial Controller role involve? • Taking full ownership of month-end close and management accounts across a four-entity group • Leading and developing a small, hard-working finance team covering AP, AR and payroll • Owning financial controls and the improvement