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Ready for Your First Financial Controller Role? 📍 Sunderland | Hybrid | £60–70k | Temp to Perm If you're a qualified Management Accountant or Financial Accountant with manufacturing experience, this is your opportunity to step into a Financial Controller role. You'll join a well-established manufacturing site, working closely with operations and leading a small finance team — with full support during the transition. This is not about transformation or strategy — it's about getting stuck in, adding value and building your experience as a Financial Controller. You'll be: • Running day-to-day finance operations, • Supporting a small team, • Ensuring strong controls and reporting, • Partnering with the operational team You'll need:, • ACA / ACCA / CIMA, • Manufacturing experience, • A hands-on approach, • Ambition to step up A genuine opportunity to move into a Financial Controller role with long-term potential and hybrid working. Apply now. AMRT1_UKTJ ...

Rewards and Benefits on Offer; Competitive starting salary Monday Friday working hours promoting a healthy work/life balance Excellent holiday allowance and Christmas shutdown Company Pension Scheme Death in Service Scheme Company laptop and mobile provided Employee Assistance Programme Onsite free parking The Company you will be working for; MTrec Commercial are proudly representing our industry leading client on their search to appoint a fully Qualified Accountant to join their team on a full time and permanent basis. If you feel you have the required skill and experience, then please apply for an immediate response! The Role you will be doing; Financial Reporting Prepare monthly management accounts by the 7th working day of each month. Produce detailed variance analysis and performance reporting by the 9th working day. Provide financial commentary and recommendations to the senior management team. Maintain the general ledger to ensure financial reporting is accurate and compliant with UK GAAP and Companies Act requirements. Planning and Forecasting Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and profit plans. Prepare regular financial forecasts and updates. Financial Control Maintain and strengthen internal control systems to safeguard company assets. Manage fixed asset accounting. Oversee inventory accounting including validation of stock and work in progress (WIP) valuations. Monitor job profitability and review write-offs where necessary. Compliance and Statutory Reporting Manage VAT returns, PAYE reporting and statistical reporting obligations. Prepare supporting analysis for statutory accounts and external auditors. Support group reporting requirements to head office. Business Support Provide financial analysis to support operational and strategic decisions. Evaluate financial viability of capital expenditure and revenue projects. Work closely with operational managers to ensure financial targets are achievable and aligned with business strategy. Team Management Manage and support payroll, sales ledger and purchase ledger functions. Provide guidance and development support to finance team members. Continuous Improvement Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, systems and reporting. Support continuous improvement initiatives across the organisation. General Responsibilities Participate in management and communication meetings. Comply with company health and safety, environmental and HR policies. Undertake other duties reasonably required within the finance function. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Delivery of monthly management accounts by the 7th working day. Delivery of financial performance reports by the 9th working day. Accuracy and reliability of financial reporting. Effective financial control and compliance. About You; Qualifications Essential Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or equivalent professional experience. Experience Essential Experience in management accounting. Experience producing monthly management accounts and financial reports. Experience with budgeting, forecasting and financial planning. Experience working in a manufacturing or engineering environment. Experience working with ERP or MRP systems (e.g. Syspro, SAP). Experience preparing year-end audit working papers. Experience working to tight reporting deadlines. Desirable Experience of VAT, PAYE and HMRC reporting. Experience of inventory accounting and work in progress (WIP) valuation. Experience supervising or mentoring finance staff. Skills Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including pivot tables and data analysis. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to interpret complex financial information and present it clearly. Strong organisational and time management skills. Ability to influence and support non-financial managers. Personal Attributes High level of accuracy and attention to detail. Proactive and solutions-focused approach. Ability to challenge existing processes and drive improvements. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. Ability to work collaboratively within a management team. TPBN1_UKTJ

At Forvis Mazars, we're always looking ahead, for our people, our clients and the wider world. Together, we grow, belong and impact. You'll be supported to learn, explore and develop from day one. We celebrate individuality, encourage bold thinking and believe success comes from working together. With us, you'll belong to your local team, gain global experience, and make a meaningful impact now and in the future. Is your CV ready If so, and you are confident this is the role for you, make sure to apply asap. About The Team: Our Public Sector Audit team plays a key role in strengthening public accountability by delivering independent audits to local authorities, central government departments, NHS bodies, and other publicly funded organisations. With a strong national presence and a growing public audit portfolio, we support entities that shape society and deliver vital services. You'll work with purpose-driven clients, contribute to public trust, and be part of a team that values collaboration, inclusion, and high-quality outcomes. Your development will be supported every step of the way as you grow your expertise in a sector that truly matters. What You'll Do: • Lead Audits - Take ownership of audits for local government, NHS, and central bodies, delivering accurate, compliant and high-quality work., • BuildRelationships - Develop strong client connections, acting as a key contact to resolve queries promptly and ensure billing runs smoothly., • Ensure Excellence - Overseeaudit delivery to agreed timescales, ensuring standards, procedures and quality expectations are consistently met., • Professional Qualification - ACA / ACCA / CA (or equivalent)., • Sector Expertise - Experience auditing publicly funded bodies such as localauthorities, central government departments, NHS trusts, and other government-aligned organisations., • Leadership Experience - Ability to take thelead on external audits, you'll supervise and coach junior staff., • Technical Knowledge - Strongunderstanding of UK GAAP (FRS 102), IFRS, and the Companies Act. Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network delivering quality across audit, tax, advisory and consulting. We're united by a shared purpose and a strong sense of belonging, with a culture rooted in inclusion, responsibility, and collaboration. With us, you'll be empowered to shape your career, contribute your ideas, and make a difference from day one. We embrace individuality and encourage everyone to bring their whole selves to work. Whether you're looking to stretch your potential, build meaningful relationships or be part of a diverse, forward-thinking team, this is a place where you can thrive. Salaries & Benefits: At Forvis Mazars, we pride ourselves on being a fair and competitive employer, we offer a competitive salary which are based on experience and benchmarking. We have an annual performance-based bonus, and regular salary reviews to ensure you are rewarded for your efforts. You'll enjoy hybrid working options, allowing you to maintain a healthy work-life balance, along with clear career progression opportunities that will support your growth. Our comprehensive benefits package includes wellbeing support because we believe in taking care of our people. Does this sound like the kind of place where you can thrive? Location:

Senior Management Accountant (Step-Up Opportunity) Sunderland | Hybrid Working | Temp to Perm Circa £50,000 – £65,000 + Progression to Financial Controller A well-established manufacturing business in Sunderland is seeking a Senior Management Accountant to join its site-based finance team on a temporary-to-permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant looking to take on a broader role, with a clear pathway to Financial Controller in the near future. You'll be joining a busy manufacturing environment , working closely with operations and playing a key role in supporting the day-to-day running of the finance function. The Role As Senior Management Accountant, you will take ownership of core finance activities while supporting the wider business and gaining exposure to Financial Controller responsibilities. Key responsibilities will include: Producing monthly management accounts Analysing manufacturing performance , including margins and variances Supporting budgeting and forecasting processes Ensuring strong financial controls and processes are maintained Partnering with operational teams on site Supporting and mentoring junior members of the finance team Assisting in the smooth running of the finance function This role offers real breadth and the opportunity to step into a Financial Controller position over time . About You We are looking for a qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) with experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment. You will ideally: Have experience producing management accounts in a manufacturing setting Understand costing, margins and operational finance Be confident working closely with non-finance stakeholders Have a hands-on, proactive approach Be looking for a step up in responsibility and progression This role is ideal for someone currently operating as a Management Accountant, Senior Management Accountant or Financial Accountant ready to progress. The Opportunity Clear progression to Financial Controller Join a supportive, close-knit finance team Gain exposure to a manufacturing site environment Hybrid working available (up to 2 days remote) Strong opportunity to develop your career Next Steps If you're a qualified Management Accountant with manufacturing experience looking for a role that offers progression, responsibility and exposure , we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more. TPBN1_UKTJ

Financial Accountant (Temp to Perm) Sunderland | Hybrid Working Circa £50,000 – £65,000 A well-established manufacturing business in Sunderland is seeking a Financial Accountant (temp to perm) to join its site-based finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified accountant to step into a broad, hands-on role with team leadership responsibility , offering a clear pathway into a Financial Controller position. You'll be joining a busy manufacturing environment , working closely with operations and taking ownership of key financial processes while supporting and guiding a small finance team. The Role As a Financial Accountant, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of the finance function while developing your leadership experience. Key responsibilities include: Preparing monthly financial accounts and reporting Maintaining strong financial controls and processes Supporting and leading a small finance team Overseeing balance sheet reconciliations and accuracy Supporting budgeting and forecasting Working closely with operational stakeholders on site Ensuring deadlines are met and reporting is accurate This is a hands-on role with real responsibility and visibility across the business. About You We are looking for a qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) with experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment. You will ideally: Have experience in a Financial Accountant or Management Accountant role Be confident in financial reporting and controls Have experience supporting or mentoring junior team members Be looking to take on more responsibility and develop leadership skills Be comfortable working in a fast-paced, operational environment This role is ideal for someone looking to step up and progress towards the Financial Controller level . The Opportunity Temp to perm opportunity with long-term potential Clear progression into a Financial Controller role Join a supportive, site-based finance team Exposure to a manufacturing environment Hybrid working available (up to 2 days remote) Next Steps If you're a qualified Financial Accountant or Management Accountant with manufacturing experience , and you're looking for a role where you can lead, develop and progress , we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more. TPBN1_UKTJ

The role involves preparation of accounts for a variety of client types including limited companies, partnerships, and sole traders. The successful candidate will work with clients from a variety of sectors including engineering, leisure and hospitality, solicitors and charities. The role requires attendance at clients sites across the North East.Key Responsibilities: • Preparation of accounts from a variety of clients' systems Sage, Xero, QuickBooks etc., • Preparation of corporation tax computations, • Actioning queries raised by accounts and tax managers on the accounts and working papers prepared, • Finalisation of the accounts following client meetings, • Acting as a point of contact for clients for ad hoc queries, • Preparation of management accounts and VAT returns, • Supervise, train and mentor more junior members of staffThe ideal candidate will:, • Be ACA/ACCA/AAT qualified or finalist or be qualified by experience, • Ideally have a minimum of 4 years experience working in an accounting practice, • Have a strong technical knowledge and be up to date with current legislation, • Have good training and mentoring skills, • Have experience of preparation of year end accounts for owner-managed small to medium businesses including sole traders, partnerships and limited companies, • Be able to work to tight deadlines and budgets, • Be driven and proactive, ensuring that our commitment to providing excellent service levels to our clients is met, • Have a good knowledge of accounting software packages such as Sage, QuickBooks and Xero would be advantageous, • Possess excellent communication skills, both written and xrnqpay verbal, • Have good organisational and administrative skills with attention to detail, • Be keen to take on additional responsibilities and make recommendations for business and process improvements, • Ideally be a driver with own carWhat they offer;, • A competitive salary, • Auto enrolment contributory pension scheme, • Up to 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays), • Flexible working hours, • Extensive learning and development opportunities, • The ability to accrue Time off in Lieu (TOIL)

Senior Accountant JesmondAn established Accountancy Practice in Newcastle are seeking for an Accountant to join its Accounting & Business Support team. This role is ideal for an ACCA or ACA qualified accountant, qualified by experience, or someone approaching final exams, who is looki

If you're in practice and thinking "there's got to be more than this"… then keep reading. Or if you're already in industry, doing the statutory work but not really progressing, this could be exactly what you've been waiting for. Why this role? This isn't a back-office, keep-your-head-down finance role. This is a newly created position where the Finance Director wants someone to come in, take ownership and make it their own. They're not looking for someone to just maintain what's there. They want someone who will: Challenge how things are done Improve processes Bring in automation and AI Help build a more efficient, forward-thinking finance functionYou'll be working in a collaborative, open-plan office, alongside operations, HR and the wider business, not hidden away in finance. With strong growth plans ahead, this is a chance to get your feet under the table now and grow with the business. What you'll be doing Leading on statutory accounts and audit Owning VAT, tax and compliance Managing and supporting a transactional finance team Overseeing payroll (with a dedicated Payroll Manager in place) Reviewing and improving finance processes Driving automation and efficiency across finance Supporting CIS processes (experience here would be beneficial but not essential) What they're looking for Fully qualified accountant (ACCA / ACA / CIMA) or QBE with strong relevant experience Strong audit and statutory experience Someone ready for a step up, not just a sideways move Confident, proactive and comfortable working across teams Someone who wants to make things better, not just maintain What's in it for you? A genuine step up in your career The chance to shape a role around you Potential to progress into a Financial Controller role Real progression as the business grows Exposure to AI, systems and process improvement A friendly, collaborative environment where you're part of the wider team

We are now working with a global investment bank.They are now looking to add an equity research associate to their Banks equity research team.The role will work with one of the most successful teams and work with the senior analysts on writing equity research for their hedge funds and asset manageme

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ACA or ACCA qualified with at least 2-3 years post-qualification experience. Practice Manager (ACA) - Ringwood - £50-60K. A Practice Manager/Qualified (ACA/ACCA) is being recruited for a small boutique Chartered Accountancy firm in the Ringwood area.

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An established industry player is seeking a Reporting Finance Business Partner to enhance financial processes and reporting.This role involves collaborating with key stakeholders, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and supporting the Accounting & Finance team in budgeting and forecasting

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A leading financial management firm is offering a school leaver program to join their Financial Management team in London.The role involves preparing financial statements, assisting with VAT, payroll, and regulatory compliance while gaining vital experience.Applicants should have A-Level equivalents

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A leading accountancy firm in Greater London is offering a three-year ACA training contract, starting in August 2026.

Are you a recently qualified accountant (ACA) looking for something bigger than typical industry finance?. You’re a recently qualified accountant (ACA) from a.

We offer a three‑year ACA training contract with Dixon Wilson that provides all‑round experience in tax, accountancy and advisory services to high net worth private clients, including their families, trusts and businesses. Clear progression pathway and a supportive environment: Our ACA graduate

A well-established accountancy firm is looking for an Accounts Semi Senior to join their team in Peterborough.This hybrid role offers competitive salary and excellent benefits, including 33 days holiday.The firm supports career development and requires candidates to have 2-3 years' experience in a p

An audit and advisory firm specializing in charities is seeking a Trainee Accountant to begin a three-year training contract leading to ICAEW qualification.This position offers a supportive, close-knit team environment, focusing on high-quality work that benefits charities and social purpose organiz

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