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12 Month Fixed term Contract Location: Preston, Milton Keynes or London Are you ready to bring your recruitment expertise to a role where your skills and unique perspective can make a lasting impact? What Sets Us Apart At MHA, we’re about people first – our people, our clients, and the communities we serve. As one of the UK’s top 15 accountancy firms and a proud member of Baker Tilly International, the 9th largest network in the world, we are a hub of global knowledge with a strong local commitment. Our people-focused approach truly sets us apart. Here, you won’t just be another face in the firm; you’ll be part of an ambitious, driven team dedicated to continuous learning and growth. We invest in our people because they are the foundation of our success. With access to unparalleled resources and award-winning development programmes, you’ll have the freedom to shape your career while making a meaningful impact. We take immense pride in being awarded gold for Investors in People. This recognition reflects our deep commitment to nurturing talent and ensuring every individual feels valued and supported. Here, You’ll Shape More Than Careers We’re looking for a talented recruiter who thrives in a people-focused environment and sees challenges as opportunities for growth. At MHA, you’ll work alongside passionate professionals who care about making a difference Your role in recruitment will be far more than policies and procedures; it’s about creating an inspiring workplace culture, fostering individual growth, and implementing strategic initiatives that drive meaningful, lasting impact across our team. • Manage end-to-end recruitment across all departments (Audit, Tax, Accounts, Payroll, Corporate Finance, Support Functions)., • Source candidates via job boards, LinkedIn, professional networks, and direct outreach., • Screen CVs and conduct initial interviews., • Coordinate interview processes with hiring managers and partners., • Manage offer negotiations and onboarding handovers., • Partner with key stakeholders to understand hiring needs., • Provide market insights (salary benchmarking, talent availability)., • Advise on recruitment best practice and workforce planning., • Support development of the firm’s employer brand., • Ensure recruitment processes align with UK and Irish employment law and best practice., • Maintain accurate records within the ATS (Applicant Tracking System)., • Monitor recruitment metrics (time-to-hire, cost-per-hire, diversity data)., • Support diversity and inclusion initiatives in hiring. What We’re Looking For • Proven experience in recruitment (in-house or agency)., • Strong understanding of UK accounting qualifications (ACA, ACCA, AAT, CTA)., • Excellent stakeholder management skills., • Knowledge of UK and Irish employment legislation., • Strong organisational and communication skills., • Travel to Scotland, Ireland and Wales is a requirement of this position Desirable Attributes Experience recruiting within accountancy, professional services, or financial services Rewards That Resonate You’re more than a number to us; you’re an individual with unique talents and aspirations. Our benefits are designed to support your well-being, foster your professional growth, and recognise your contributions. • Agile Working: Enjoy the flexibility of core hours from 10 AM to 2 PM and two home working days, allowing you to balance your work and personal commitments seamlessly., • 33 days holiday Inc. bank holidays, plus the opportunity to buy or sell up to 5 days (28 days on a training contract, with the opportunity to buy 5 days), • Competitive salary package, • Employee recognition awards: Outstanding Performance Award Bonus and other recognition initiatives., • New and improved programme for succession planning and supportive management structure to help you realise your potential, • Employee Assistance Programme: Access a free confidential 24-hour support service, including unlimited counseling sessions and virtual doctors available for you and your family., • And lot’s more!

Full or part-time bookkeeper required by a leading independent accountancy firm in Preston. Your new company Are you an experienced bookkeeper with a passion for precision and client service? An established accountancy practice in Preston is looking for a dedicated and detail-focused Bookkeeper to join their growing team. This can be a full-or part-time role. Your new role You’ll be supporting a varied portfolio of clients, including sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies, ensuring their financial records are accurate, up to date, and compliant. This is a great opportunity to work in a professional yet friendly environment where your contribution is truly valued.Key Responsibilities • Day-to-day bookkeeping for multiple clients, • Bank reconciliations and ledger maintenance, • Preparation and submission of VAT returns, • Liaising with clients to collect and clarify financial information What you'll get in return Flexible working options available. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. # 4674276

Are you an experienced Accounts Technician or an AAT-qualified professional looking to develop your career within a supportive and modern accountancy practice? Our client, a highly respected chartered firm in Preston, is expanding and seeking a motivated Accounts Technician to join their growing team. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a diverse range of clients, gain valuable experience, and progress your career in a firm that truly invests in its people.The RoleAs an Accounts Technician, you’ll be responsible for preparing accounts for a variety of clients including sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies. You’ll work as part of a friendly and experienced team, supporting senior accountants and liaising directly with clients.Key responsibilities: • Preparing year-end accounts for limited companies, partnerships, and sole traders, • Assisting in the preparation of management accounts and VAT returns, • Maintaining accurate bookkeeping records for clients, • Supporting clients with cloud accounting systems such as Xero, QuickBooks, or Sage, • Liaising directly with clients to resolve queries and build strong working relationships, • Supporting senior colleagues with ad-hoc accounting and compliance tasksAbout You, • AAT qualified or part-qualified, or qualified by experience, • Previous experience working within a UK accountancy practice, • Strong technical knowledge of accounts preparation and bookkeeping, • Confident communicator with excellent attention to detail, • Familiarity with cloud accounting software (e.g. Xero, QuickBooks, Sage), • Organised, motivated, and eager to develop your skills furtherWhat’s on Offer, • Competitive salary (£26,000 – £34,000 DOE), • Full study support for AAT, ACCA, or ACA (tuition, exams, and study leave), • Hybrid and flexible working arrangements, • Enhanced holiday allowance, plus extra days for long service, • Private medical cover and wellness programme, • Modern, open-plan offices with free on-site parking, • Regular team events, socials, and charity activities, • Ongoing CPD and personal development plan, • Genuine career progression to Senior Technician or Assistant ManagerWhy Join?This is a fantastic opportunity to join a progressive and people-focused firm in Preston that values your development and work–life balance. You’ll gain hands-on experience across accounts, tax, and cloud systems, supported by an approachable management team who will help you reach your full potential.

Management Accountant Preston (Hybrid) £42,000 to £49,000 + Benefits Our client is a large and highly recognisable name based in Preston and we are seeking to recruit to a newly created Management Accounting role. The role will be highly analytical and will join the financial planning and analysis team to assist with the production and analysis of the income budget and forecasts. Working with internal colleagues you will accurately provide the analysis and commentary to provide the financial information to support informed decision making. The role will : • Produce the annual and quarterly forecasts, • Provide accurate reporting packs including clear and accurate variance analysis, • Deliver income budgets and forecasts, • Develop budget and forecast Excel models, • Create and develop reporting outputs and flash forecast analysis

Deputy Finance Business Partner Preston Hybrid - £42,000 - £48,500 + Benefits Our client is a large and highly recognisable name based in Preston and we are seeking to recruit to the position of Deputy Finance Business Partner. The role will be highly analytical and will support operational and tactical decision making with influential financial insight. The role will : • Work closely with the Budget Holders to ensure that due consideration is given to the financial implications of all decisions including modelling of costs and scenario planning, • Appraise business cases, business change proposals and tender submissions from a finance perspective, • Be responsible for ensuring that the Budget Holders adhere to Financial Regulations and recognises corporate financial strategy in their tactical and operations plans, • Represent corporate finance in meetings and ensure that consistent messages are given and received

Accounts Assistant Preston (Hybrid) Full-time | PermanentSalary: £26,090 About us More2Life is part of the Key Group, one of the UK's leading later life lending businesses. Since 2008, we've helped thousands of customers unlock the value in their homes and enjoy a better retirement. We're now looking for an Accounts Assistant to join our busy and friendly Transactional Finance team based in Preston. If you're accurate, organised and looking to develop your finance career in a supportive environment, this role could be a great next step. The Role As an Accounts Assistant, you'll help ensure More2Life's financial transactions are processed accurately and on time. You'll be involved in daily reconciliations, data checking, and working with both internal teams and external funders. This role is perfect for someone with existing finance experience or someone studying AAT/CIMA who wants to grow in a fast-paced financial services environment. What You'll Be Doing • Processing system-generated financial files, • Monitoring fund requests and reconciling facility balances, • Preparing and sending daily bank reconciliations, • Liaising with external funders to support contractual requirements, • Posting financial transactions across multiple companies, • Producing broker commiss...