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The Corporate Finance Manager will play a key role in supporting the Group's funding and treasury activities, ensuring the business maintains an appropriate capital structure, strong liquidity and effective relationships with lenders and other financing stakeholders. The role will be responsible for managing the Group's c.£0.5bn debt facilities, covenant compliance, Treasury Policy and liquidity forecasting, while supporting an active M&A portfolio and other strategic growth initiatives. Working closely with the Group Reporting Manager and Treasury Manager, the Corporate Fi-nance Manager will oversee financing risks, treasury governance and liquidity management, while acting as a key contact for lenders, Credit Rating Agencies and banking partners. This is a newly created role within the Group Finance team, reflecting the continued growth and development of the business and providing an opportunity to play a key role in shaping the Group's financing and treasury activities, supporting a substantial debt portfolio and an active acquisition strategy. • Own the Group’s Senior Facilities Agreement, ensuring ongoing compliance with all terms, conditions and reporting obligations., • Develop and maintain the Group Treasury Policy, ensuring alignment with the Group’s strategic objectives, risk appetite and funding requirements., • Own the calculation, monitoring and reporting of all debt covenant compliance requirements., • Manage funding requirements for acquisition and other strategic initiatives, including sup-port for bank migration projects., • Manage interest rate risk exposure and recommend appropriate hedging strategies, including the use of straightforward derivative instruments where appropriate., • Oversee the investment of surplus cash and liquidity management activities, ensuring compliance with the Treasury Policy., • Prepare materials for Credit Rating Agencies, lenders and other financing stakeholders., • Lead banking and lender Know Your Customer (KYC) processes., • Work with the Group Reporting Manager to support the optimisation of the Group’s corporate and financing structure., • Work with the Treasury Manager on day-to-day cash management and cash flow forecasting activities as required, to support business operations and improve processes., • Identify opportunities to improve treasury systems, processes and reporting capabilities., • Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with relevant post-qualification experience in corporate finance, treasury or group finance., • Strong understanding of corporate finance and treasury activities, including debt facilities, covenant compliance, liquidity management and financial risk management., • Excellent stakeholder management skills, with experience building effective relationships across finance teams and with external partners, including banks and lenders., • Highly organised and proactive, with strong analytical skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively., • Experience identifying and delivering process improvements, enhancing controls, efficiency and reporting across finance and treasury activities. We offer a competitive salary based on experience along with a full benefits package. Network Plus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. We are Armed Forces-friendly. We welcome applications from ex-Armed Forces personnel, reservists, armed forces veterans, cadet instructors and military spouses/partners. We understand that privacy and the security of your personal information is extremely important. By applying for this role, you agree to the terms of our privacy policy. Network Plus is an award-winning business delivering essential utility and infrastructure services for the UK’s major providers of gas, power, telecoms, transport, water, and wastewater. We value the variety of experience, perspective, and other points of difference our workforce, clients, and supply chain offer. We are actively working with colleagues across the Network Plus Group to develop an inclusive environment – we want all our employees to feel valued and included to enable everyone to thrive at work and understand the value of their contribution matters no matter their background, identity, or circumstances.

Senior Construction Underwriter \n Location: Manchester, Birmingham or Leeds (Hybrid Working) \n Salary: Up to 80k Basic + Quarterly Sales Bonus + Benefits \n \nIPS Group is working with a Global Insurer to recruit a Senior Construction Underwriter.\n \n \nThis role is ideal for someone who enjoys the trading side of underwriting and wants to be out in the market building broker relationships, winning new business, a...\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ZIPC1_UKTJ

Payroll Manager- 15-Month Fixed Term Contract \n Salary: £45,000 + excellent benefits \n Location: Salford \n Hybrid Working (3 days weekly office based) \n We're looking for an experienced Payroll Manager to join a fantastic business, on a 15-month fixed term contract, covering a period of maternity leave. \n Reporting to the Head of Group Finance, you'll take ownership of the payroll function, ensuring employees ... \n \n ZIPC1_UKTJ

A fantastic opportunity for a New Business focused Property & Casualty underwriter to join a well-established, forward-thinking commercial insurance company in Manchester. This is a great opportunity to be part of a global insurer that is known for investing in its people, empowering decision-making, and putting long-term broker relationships at the heart of its strategy.This role could suit either someone at Underwriter level currently looking to step up or someone who is already established at Senior Underwriter level looking for a new challenge, depending on the experience you bring. Youll be working within the mid-market commercial space, underwriting a diverse range of P&C risks, and contributing directly to profitable regional growth. Youll play a key role in developing strong trading relationships with a range of broker partners, balancing technical excellence with sound commercial judgement.The work is varied, fast-paced, and collaborative, with plenty of scope to take ownership and influence outcomes.What sets this company apart is its commitment to underwriting as a profession. Youll have access to modern underwriting tools, mobile decision support technology, and detailed portfolio insights designed to help you make confident, well-informed decisions. Its an environment where underwriters are encouraged to think independently, work flexibly, and develop continuously.Youll split your time between the Manchester office, broker visits, and working from home. On average, youll spend around 60% of your week in the office or out in the market, with flexibility around how you structure the rest of your time. Its a hybrid model that works well across the team, offering the right balance of collaboration, autonomy, and work-life balance.Were keen to hear from individuals with strong technical underwriting skills, commercial awareness, and a clear understanding of the broker market. Experience within a P&C underwriting environment whether from an insurer or an MGA is essential, along with the ability to trade effectively and build strong relationships.If youre looking to join a well known Insurer where your work will be valued, your development supported, and your ideas taken seriously, this could be the role for you. Whether you're currently working at underwriter level or already operating as a senior, this could be the next step you're looking for.TPBN1_UKTJ

Marketplace Trading Manager | Manchester | Hybrid (4 days in office, 1 day from home) | £45,000 + Benefits \n We're partnering with an ambitious direct-to-consumer consumer brand to recruit a Marketplace Trading Manager who will take ownership of one of the business's most commercially significant sales channels. \n This is an exciting opportunity to join a business entering its next phase of growth. With... \n \n ZIPC1_UKTJ

An excellent opportunity for a Financial Mis-Selling Solicitor to join an excited new office for a very well-established and highly regarded firm in Central Manchester. This is a dynamic new office for a fast-expanding firm in the Northwest, and there are many progression opportunities available. The successful candidate will have a proven track record in handling financial mis-selling claims, including PCP, investment mis-selling, pension transfer claims, PPI, omnibus claims or other complex financial product disputes. The Role:As a Financial Mis-Selling Solicitor, you will: Manage a caseload of financial mis-selling claims from pre-action through to settlement or trial Advise clients on financial disputes, including mis-sold financial products and services Draft legal documents including Letters of Claim, Particulars of Claim, and Witness Statements Liaise with clients, lenders, financial institutions, experts, and counsel Conduct legal research on FCA regulations, financial services law, and case law developments Negotiate settlements and attend court hearings, mediations, and ADRRequirements – Litigation Solicitor Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales Experience in litigation, financial services disputes, or consumer claims (training contract experience considered) Knowledge of FCA regulations and financial mis-selling principles Strong caseload management and organisational skills Excellent drafting, negotiation, and advocacy abilities Strong client care and communication skills Experience with case management systems (e.g. Proclaim) preferredSalary & Benefits Competitive salary (DOE) Hybrid working Extensive perks and benefits platform Enhanced annual leave Private healthcare Free gym membershipWhy Apply? Join a growing litigation department with strong leadership High-quality financial litigation work with real responsibility from day one Clear career progression and development opportunities Supportive, modern, and collaborative working environmentFinancial Mis-Selling Solicitor, Litigation Solicitor, NQ Solicitor Jobs, Financial Services Litigation, FCA Claims, Consumer Claims, Dispute Resolution Solicitor, Legal Jobs UK, Hybrid Solicitor Roles

Practice Accountant\n £40,000+ DOE | South Manchester | Permanent \n Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this role. \n Ready for a practice that offers more?\n If you're working in practice and thinking about your next move, this could be the opportunity you've been looking for. \n Join a growing, forward-thinking accountancy practice where you'll manage your own client portfolio, build trusted relationships, and gain exposure to advisory work not just year-end accounts. It's a role with genuine progression, a supportive team, and plenty of variety. \n What's on offer?\n Salary from £40,000+ DOE \n Clear career progression \n Hybrid/flexible working \n Varied SME and owner-managed business clients \n Advisory work alongside compliance \n Modern systems and cloud accounting \n Supportive, collaborative team \n You'll bring:\n\n • ACA, ACCA, AAT qualified or qualified by experience\n, • Previous accountancy practice experience\n, • Strong technical knowledge\n, • A proactive, client-focused approach\n\n Why make the move?\n If you're looking for more responsibility, more variety and a firm that genuinely invests in your development, this is a great opportunity to take the next step in your practice career. \n Apply today or get in touch for a confidential chat.

We are looking for a Qualified Practice Accountant to join our Client in their expanding and well-established Accountancy Practice. \n \n What You’ll Be Doing: \n • Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts for a varied portfolio of limited companies, sole traders, and partnerships \n • Preparing and reviewing corporation tax and personal tax returns \n • Managing your own portfolio of clients, acting as their main point of contact \n • Providing business advice and identifying opportunities to add value to clients \n • Assisting with management accounts, VAT returns, and bookkeeping where required \n • Reviewing the work of junior team members and providing support and guidance \n • Building and maintaining strong, long-lasting client relationships \n • Working closely with Partners and Managers to deliver an exceptional client service \n \n What We’re Looking For: \n • ACA or ACCA qualified, or qualified by experience with significant practice experience \n • Previous experience working within a UK accountancy practice (essential) \n • Strong knowledge of accounts preparation, corporation tax, and personal tax \n • Experience managing a portfolio of clients and building trusted relationships \n • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills \n • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines \n • A proactive, commercial approach with excellent attention to detail \n • Experience using cloud accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks, Sage, or IRIS would be advantageous \n \n Benefits on Offer: \n • Competitive salary dependent on experience \n • Hybrid and flexible working options \n • Company pension scheme \n • Ongoing professional development and training opportunities \n • Clear career progression within a growing practice \n • Friendly, supportive, and collaborative working environment \n \n If you’re looking for a varied and rewarding role within a progressive Accountancy Practice where your expertise will be valued and your career can continue to develop, we’d love to hear from you!

Practice Accountant / Client Manager\n Up to £50,000 DOE | Hybrid Working | Preston | Permanent \n Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this role. \n Ready for a practice that offers more than just year-end accounts?\n If you're looking for a role where you'll have real client relationships, genuine career progression and the chance to be part of an ambitious, growing firm, this could be exactly what you're looking for. \n We're recruiting on behalf of a modern, forward-thinking accountancy practice that's experiencing exciting growth. Rather than being just another number, you'll play a key role in supporting a diverse portfolio of owner-managed businesses while developing your own career in a collaborative and supportive environment. \n If you've been thinking there must be something better out there, this might just be it. \n What you'll be doing\n You'll take ownership of your own client portfolio, becoming a trusted adviser rather than simply completing compliance work. \n Your role will include: \n\n • Managing a varied portfolio of clients and being their first point of contact\n, • Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts, management accounts and tax returns\n, • Providing proactive accounting, tax and business advice\n, • Supporting clients with budgeting, forecasting and cash flow planning\n, • Building long-term client relationships and helping businesses grow\n, • Reviewing work and mentoring junior members of the team\n, • Supporting advisory projects and business development initiatives\n, • Driving improvements through technology and smarter ways of working\n\n What we're looking for\n You'll already have experience within an accountancy practice and enjoy working closely with clients. \n Ideally you'll have: \n\n • ACA, ACCA or equivalent qualification (or be qualified by experience)\n, • Experience managing your own client portfolio\n, • Strong technical knowledge across accounts and tax\n, • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills\n, • Experience reviewing work and supporting junior colleagues\n, • A proactive, commercially minded approach with a passion for delivering great client service\n\n Why make the move?\n This isn't a practice that's standing still. \n They're investing in their people, embracing modern technology and creating clear opportunities for progression as the business continues to grow. \n In return, you'll receive: \n\n • Up to £50,000 DOE\n, • Hybrid working and genuine flexibility\n, • Clear career progression with a growing practice\n, • A supportive, collaborative team culture\n, • Ongoing professional development\n, • Exposure to interesting clients and advisory work not just compliance\n\n Sound like the next step?\n If you're ready to join a practice where your contribution is recognised, your development is supported and your career can genuinely move forward, we'd love to hear from you. \n Apply today or get in touch for a confidential chat to find out more.

Your new companyAn exciting opportunity has arisen with a purpose-led organisation that delivers services which have a significant impact across the North of England. Operating within a collaborative and values-driven environment, the organisation is seeking a Management Accountant to support financial performance, business decision-making and continuous improvement across the finance function.Your new roleAs Management Accountant, you will support the delivery of an effective management accounting and finance business partnering service. Working closely with senior stakeholders and budget holders, you will be responsible for budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting and variance analysis. You will produce timely management information, oversee month-end processes, support cash and balance sheet management, and contribute to the development of financial systems, controls and reporting processes. The role will also involve providing commercial and financial insight to support operational and strategic decision making.What you'll need to succeedYou wll be ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified and have previous experience within a management accounting role. Strong analytical and Excel skills are essential, alongside experience producing management accounts, budgeting and financial reporting. You will be a confident communicator, capable of building effective relationships with stakeholders across the business and translating financial information into meaningful insights. Experience of developing financial processes and systems, and exposure to a regulated, public sector or complex organisational environment, would be advantageous.What you'll get in returnIn return, you'll join an organisation that offers a flexible hybrid working model, excellent work-life balance, generous benefits package and opportunities for professional development. You'll have the chance to play a key role in influencing financial performance while working within a collaborative team that values innovation, continuous improvement and stakeholder engagement.What you need to do nowIf 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 about your career. \n Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Financial Controller \n\n • This is a great opportunity to work at a successful building contractor\n, • Ideally qualified candidate ACCA/ACMA\n, • Office based role\n\n Financial Controller \n\n • Genuine prospects within this successful business\n, • Overview of financial function\n, • Supporting part-time credit controller\n, • Cashflow forecasting\n, • Client operates Xero\n, • Candidate with genuine commercial acumen\n\n Financial Controller \n\n • Immediate interviews\n\n By applying to this vacancy, you are giving permission to no1 legal and professional to submit your CV to the hiring company \n No1 Legal and Professional is an employment agency for permanent and temporary roles

Financial Accountant\n Manchester | 3-Month Fixed-Term Contract | £60,000 | On-site \n Elevation Recruitment Group are delighted to be working with a well-established business in Manchester as they look to recruit an experienced Financial Accountant to join the finance team on a 3-month fixed-term contract. \n This is an immediate requirement for an ACA or ACCA qualified accountant who can hit the ground running and provide additional support during a particularly busy period. With year-end approaching, you'll play a key role in ensuring the finance function continues to operate smoothly, supporting both month-end and year-end activities. \n This is a fully office-based role, five days a week in Manchester. \n Key Responsibilities: \n\n • Support the delivery of accurate and timely month-end close processes.\n, • Assist with year-end reporting and statutory accounting requirements.\n, • Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations.\n, • Support financial reporting and analysis for senior stakeholders.\n, • Assist with audit preparation and respond to auditor queries.\n, • Help maintain strong financial controls and ensure compliance with accounting standards.\n, • Provide additional support across the wider finance team as required.\n\n The Successful Candidate Will Have: \n\n • ACA or ACCA qualification.\n, • Previous experience working as a Financial Accountant within a fast-paced environment.\n, • Strong technical accounting knowledge and experience supporting year-end processes.\n, • The ability to work independently with minimal supervision.\n, • Excellent attention to detail and strong communication skills.\n, • Availability to start at short notice or immediately.\n\n If you're an experienced Financial Accountant looking for your next interim opportunity and are available to start immediately, we'd love to hear from you. \n Elevation Recruitment Group is a specialist recruiter across Accountancy & Finance, HR, Marketing, Sales, Procurement & Supply Chain, Engineering & Manufacturing, and Business Support. We are committed to matching talented professionals with employers where they can make an immediate impact.

Finance Director | Onsite (5 days a week) | Trafford Park | Paying upto £120,000 \n Robert Half is partnering with a well-established and highly respected construction business to appoint a Finance Director. \n This is a key board-level appointment within a growing, privately owned organisation that has built an outstanding reputation across the UK through its commitment to operational excellence, long-term client relationships and successful project delivery. \n The successful candidate will be a commercially minded Finance Director who enjoys being close to the operation, influencing strategic decisions and helping drive business performance. This role offers a genuine opportunity to shape the future direction of the business while leading a capable finance team and partnering closely with the Managing Director and senior leadership team. The Opportunity\n As Finance Director, you will take ownership of the finance function whilst acting as a trusted adviser to the Board. You will provide robust financial leadership, commercial insight and strategic support to ensure the business continues to achieve its growth ambitions. \n This is a hands-on leadership role requiring someone who is equally comfortable in the boardroom, reviewing financial performance, as they are supporting operational teams, improving processes and driving change across the organisation. Key Responsibilities\n\n • Lead and develop the finance function, ensuring high standards of financial control, governance and reporting.\n, • Provide strategic financial leadership to the Board and senior management team.\n, • Deliver accurate monthly management accounts, forecasts, budgets and board reporting.\n, • Drive commercial decision-making through insightful financial analysis and business partnering.\n, • Manage cash flow, working capital and banking relationships.\n, • Lead budgeting, forecasting and long-term financial planning processes.\n, • Support business growth initiatives, investment decisions and strategic projects.\n, • Enhance financial systems, reporting capabilities and internal controls.\n, • Oversee statutory accounts, audit processes, tax compliance and regulatory requirements.\n, • Develop strong relationships with external stakeholders including auditors, banks, insurers and advisers.\n, • Identify opportunities to improve profitability, operational efficiency and business performance.\nAbout You\n We're interested in speaking with commercially focused finance leaders who combine strong technical expertise with a pragmatic, solutions-driven approach. \n You will ideally have: \n\n • ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification.\n, • Previous experience operating at Finance Director, Head of Finance or senior financial leadership level.\n, • Experience within construction, engineering, infrastructure, manufacturing, logistics, contracting or project-based environments.\n, • Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence and challenge senior stakeholders.\n, • Proven experience leading finance teams and driving business improvement initiatives.\n, • Strong forecasting, cash flow management and financial planning capabilities.\n, • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.\n, • A hands-on approach and the ability to thrive within a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.\nWhy Apply?\n This is an opportunity to join a successful business with a strong market reputation, ambitious growth plans and a leadership team that values finance as a key driver of performance. You'll play a pivotal role in shaping strategy, supporting operational excellence and helping deliver the next phase of the company's growth journey. \n For a confidential discussion, please apply or contact us directly. \n Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:

\n • Talented ACCA or ACA Qualified Accountant\n, • Franco-German expansion\n, • Fast paced and energised group\nOtto James Consulting is supporting a growing PE backed organisation who has recently progressed through the second tranche of significant investment. Our client is currently expanding rapidly into key European cities and therefore there is an immediate need to support the UK and Ireland business as they focus on Franco-German expansion. This heralds an exciting time for a talented Financial Accountant to enter the business and support these plans, while also receiving the growth, development and mentorship from the senior management team. With the development of processes, systems and reporting that accompany rapid expansion, the role and group offer significant personal development opportunities for the successful candidate. This is a fast paced and energised group, so they are looking for Group Reporting Accountant / Financial Accountant who will bring a balance of great technical and interpersonal skills, while having the drive to realise the potential of both themselves and the group. The role is based in client’s new offices on New York Street, Manchester City Center.Job Description This role sits within the growing group finance functioning, enabling exposure to all aspects of the business and maximising the ability to influence change. As the group grows, this role is expected to increase in responsibility. You will be analytical in thinking, able to present information, issues identified with potential solutions. As the Group Reporting Accountant you will be focused and organised in implementing solutions. On top of that you should be a passionate and positive finance professional who wants to make a difference and contribute to the continuous improvement of the business. The role will require experience in stakeholder management, as it involves regular communication with key stakeholders and preparing deliverables that clearly articulate complex and business critical principles around the group's:\n\n, • financial performance and position,\n, • valuations\n, • cash flow management.\n This is a varied role with exposure to a number of different areas of finance and the group. The role is critical to the successful preparation of a number of reporting deliverables including quarterly consolidated reporting to the shareholders and business valuations as well as preparing information for ad hoc requests from the management committee and shareholders. You will also oversee the monthly close process for the group's corporate entities and weekly group cash flow management. As we look to optimise its performance this role will be require to support the automation of reporting. The role will also support the on-going step change within the Finance team and wider business to implement a controls framework as well as identifying control gaps and opportunities for improvement. You will also be required to provide technical accounting input as required. The Successful Applicant Experience & Qualifications:\n\n, • A Qualified Accountant (ICAEW, CIMA, ACCA) with post qualification experience\n, • Strong technical background and skillset\n, • Experience of consolidation/ working in a multi entity environment\n, • Excellent communication skills\n, • Proven track record of delivering and implementing step change (passion and curiosity for improvement)\nSalary & Benefits The salary banding for the UK has been set at £57,500 to £65,000.\n\n, • 25 days paid holiday plus bank holidays\n, • Pension (up to 10% matched)\n, • Private Health\n, • Personal and company performance bonus\n, • Training & development budget\n, • 5 Day annual release for Charity in the Community\n, • Monthly wellness budget\n

Join Our Client as a Revenue Accountant. \n 3 month contract \n Hybrid - 1-2 days per week in Manchester city centre \n Are you an enthusiastic and driven Accountant looking to make a meaningful impact? Our client, a leading organisation in the consulting industry, is seeking a talented Revenue Accountant to join their Global Financial Services team for a 3-month temporary contract based in the vibrant City Centre of Manchester. \n What's the Opportunity? \n In this pivotal role, you'll support the financial operations of the business with a keen focus on centralised revenue recognition processes. You'll be an integral part of a dynamic team, driving process excellence, compliance, and continuous improvement. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and love collaborating with diverse teams, this is the perfect opportunity for you. \n Key Responsibilities: \n\n • Collaborate with local finance teams to ensure smooth transitions through effective documentation and knowledge sharing.\n, • Lead the monthly close process, managing journals, reviewing revenue-related schedules, and preparing timely reports.\n, • Proactively identify and implement opportunities for process enhancements, automation, and efficiencies.\n, • Work cross-functionally to support the central revenue recognition process, resolve queries, and build strong relationships.\n, • Ensure adherence to SLAs, finance policies, statutory requirements, and internal controls, including SOX compliance.\n, • Foster a high-performance, collaborative, and inclusive team culture.\n, • Flexibly adapt to evolving responsibilities as the team drives automation and efficiency.\n\n What You Bring to the Role: \n\n • Experience: 3-5 years in general ledger or revenue accounting, ideally with a solid understanding of the order to cash cycle. A qualified accountant is preferred.\n, • Continuous Improvement Mindset: Ability to spot opportunities for enhancement and efficiency.\n, • Collaboration Skills: A proactive, solution-oriented approach to teamwork.\n, • Stakeholder Focus: Strong relationship-building skills across various teams.\n, • Systems Knowledge: Comfortable working with finance systems and automation tools; Oracle experience is a bonus.\n, • Adaptability and Curiosity: Embrace ambiguity and challenge the status quo.\n, • Learning Agility: Quick to absorb information and committed to continuous learning.\n, • Effective Communication: Clear and confident communication skills across teams and stakeholders.\n\n \n Why Join Us \n\n • Be part of a global team that's dedicated to reimagining health and driving impactful solutions.\n, • Experience a workplace that values your individuality, supports your development, and celebrates your ambition.\n\n \n Our Pledge to You:We believe in inclusivity and the power of diversity. We're committed to creating a dynamic work environment where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are dedicated to building a diverse and authentic workplace. \n Ready to Take the Next Step?If you're excited about this opportunity and believe you could be the right fit, we encourage you to apply, even if your experience doesn't perfectly match every qualification. You might be just the person we're looking for. \n Join us in making a difference and accelerating your career in a place where your potential is limitless. Apply today. \n LHH is an employment consultancy that believes in talent, not labels. It is important to us that we run inclusive recruitment processes to support candidates of all abilities and encourage applicants of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply. LHH is committed to building an inclusive, supportive environment to enable candidates to explore the next steps in their careers. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team within the professional services industry. This role is based in Manchester City Centre and involves delivering high-quality accounting and financial services to clients. \n Client Details \n The company is a respected name within the professional services industry, operating as a small sized organisation. It provides exceptional accounting and finance solutions, focusing on supporting its clients with expert advice and tailored services. \n Description \n\n • Prepare and review statutory accounts and financial statements for clients.\n, • Manage and oversee client accounts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.\n, • Provide expert advice on tax planning and financial strategies.\n, • Support junior team members through mentoring and training.\n, • Ensure timely submission of financial reports and tax filings.\n, • Build and maintain strong client relationships, offering professional guidance.\n, • Analyse financial data to identify areas for improvement and growth.\n, • Collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless service delivery.\n\n Profile \n A successful Senior Accountant should have: \n\n • Qualified ACCA/CIMA/ACA with broad UK accounting & tax expertise\n, • Experience preparing/statutory accounts and supporting audits\n, • Confidence in corporate tax, VAT, personal tax, and self-assessment\n, • Strong team leadership and coaching capabilities\n, • Excellent IT skills - proficient in Xero, Sage, QuickBooks, and Excel\n, • High standards of accuracy with strong prioritisation and communication skills\n\n Job Offer \n\n • Competitive salary between £40,000 and £43,000 per annum.\n, • Permanent position within a reputable company in Manchester.\n, • Supportive and collaborative company culture.\n, • Comprehensive healthcare, pension & wellbeing support.\n, • Continuous professional development - training, certifications, mentoring.\n, • Team social events, volunteering days, and recognition initiatives.\n\n If you are ready to take on this exciting opportunity as a Senior Accountant in the professional services industry, we encourage you to apply today!

Job Title: Interim Capital Programme Accountant Rate: £600 - £700 per day Type: Interim, Full Time Location: Manchester (Hybrid Working) \n \n Interim Capital Programme Accountant opportunity for a progressive Local Authority in Greater Manchester on an initial 6-month assignment. \n \n Working closely with the senior management team the Interim Capital Programme Accountant will take a lead role in managing the Council's capital programme and treasury management activities. You will provide strategic financial advice, technical accounting expertise, and support the delivery of the Council's long-term financial strategy. \n \n Key responsibilities of the role: \n \n\n • Lead and coordinate the Council's capital programme, including planning, monitoring, and reporting\n, • Lead Treasury Management activities and ensure compliance with relevant legislation and best practice\n, • Provide technical accounting expertise across capital financing, asset accounting, and statutory reporting\n, • Lead capital programme planning as part of the Medium-Term Financial Strategy (MTFS)\n, • Oversee capital year-end closedown processes and support the production of the Statement of Accounts\n, • Ensure compliance with the CIPFA Prudential Code, Treasury Management Code, IFRS requirements, and audit standards\n, • Develop strong working relationships with senior managers, auditors, and external stakeholders\n, • Provide strategic financial advice and challenge to support informed decision-making\n\n \n Essential experience: \n \n\n • Qualified accountant (CCAB/CIMA or equivalent) or qualified by significant experience\n, • Extensive Capital experience ideally in Local Authority or the NHS\n, • Strong knowledge of Capital Accounting, Treasury Management, and statutory reporting requirements\n, • Experience of leading capital programmes and capital financing activities\n, • Excellent understanding of CIPFA Codes, IFRS, and local authority accounting requirements\n, • Experience coordinating year-end processes and supporting external audits\n, • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills\n\n \n Benefits of the role include: \n \n\n • Hybrid working arrangements\n, • Opportunity to lead a high-profile Capital & Treasury portfolio\n, • Significant exposure to senior stakeholders and strategic decision-making\n, • Supportive and collaborative finance team\n, • Opportunity to make a lasting impact within a forward-thinking Local Authority\n\n \n This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional looking to take ownership of a broad Capital & Treasury portfolio within a progressive organisation, helping to shape investment decisions, ensure strong financial governance, and support long-term financial sustainability. \n \n If you believe you have the necessary skills and experience for the Capital Programme Accountant - Capital & Treasury role, please apply now or contact Abigail Day at Sellick Partnership for a confidential discussion. \n \n We will be reviewing CVs on a daily basis and shortlisted candidates will be contacted in due course. \n Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. We can adapt our processes to accommodate everybody, so please let us know how we can help improve your recruitment experience. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 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.

Commercial Finance Manager | Manchester | Paying upto £100k | Hybrid | PermanentRobert Half is partnering with a high-growth organisation to appoint a Commercial Finance Manager role into a newly evolved leadership role.This is a unique opportunity to work closely with senior operational and commercial leaders, acting as a trusted adviser and helping to shape business performance across multiple revenue streams.The role sits at the heart of the organisation, providing commercial insight, driving profitability and supporting key strategic decisions. You'll be responsible for challenging and influencing stakeholders, improving commercial performance and identifying opportunities to drive growth, margin and operational efficiency.We're looking for a commercially focused finance leader who enjoys getting under the skin of a business. This is not a traditional reporting-focused role; it requires someone who can translate data into actions, influence decision-making and drive meaningful business outcomes.Key RequirementsQualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).Experience within a product-led, retail, consumer, e-commerce, manufacturing or distribution environment.Strong understanding of product profitability, pricing and margin management.Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and challenge constructively.Commercially astute with a track record of driving business performance.Experience supporting change, transformation, systems improvement or automation initiatives.Strong analytical capability combined with excellent communication skills.What's on OfferOpportunity to shape a newly evolving commercial finance function.High levels of exposure to senior leadership and decision-makers.A broad and varied remit with genuine influence over business performance.Hybrid working environment.Competitive salary and benefits package.For more information, please contact Robert Half.Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.TPBN1_UKTJ

Management Accountant \n Location: Manchester (Hybrid Working)Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 \n Robert Half Finance & Accounting is delighted to be partnering with an established and fast-growing technology business to recruit a Management Accountant. \n Having built a strong reputation within its market over a number of years, the business is now entering an exciting phase of growth and expansion. As a result, they are looking to strengthen their finance team with the addition of a Management Accountant who will play a key role in supporting the continued growth of the business. \n This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified or finalist (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) accountant looking to join a collaborative SME environment where they can take ownership of the month-end process, work closely with senior stakeholders and contribute to the ongoing development of the finance function. \n The Role \n Reporting to the Financial Director, key responsibilities will include: \n\n • Ownership of the end-to-end monthly management accounts process\n, • Preparing monthly management accounts with detailed analysis and commentary\n, • Posting journals, accruals and prepayments\n, • Balance sheet reconciliations and maintaining the integrity of the general ledger\n, • Producing variance analysis against budgets and forecasts\n, • Assisting with budgeting and forecasting processes\n, • Supporting cash flow reporting and financial planning\n, • Business partnering with departmental managers to provide financial insight and support decision-making\n, • Assisting with year-end audit preparation and statutory reporting requirements\n, • Identifying opportunities to improve financial processes, controls and reporting as the business continues to grow\n\n The Candidate \n The successful candidate will: \n\n • Be ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified, or in the final stages of qualification\n, • Have recent experience producing end-to-end management accounts\n, • Be confident preparing journals, accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations\n, • Have strong analytical skills with the ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders\n, • Be proactive and enjoy working within a growing SME environment\n, • Have excellent Excel skills and experience working with finance systems\n, • Be able to manage competing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced business\n\n Salary & Benefits \n\n • £50,000 - £60,000 salary\n, • Hybrid working\n, • Pension scheme\n, • Modern office environment\n, • Excellent opportunities for progression as the business continues its growth journey\n, • Exposure to senior leadership and the opportunity to make a genuine impact within a growing technology business\n\n This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established technology business at an exciting stage of its growth. Offering genuine career progression, broad responsibility and a supportive culture, this role is ideal for an ambitious Management Accountant looking to take the next step in their career within a thriving SME. \n Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:

My client is a successful and entrepreneurial insurer based out of contemporary Manchester City Centre offices. \n Working within a small yet highly skilled team you will report into the lead D&O Underwriter, supporting them with new business and renewals. Your role will be varied and working for a forward-thinking business you will enjoy autonomy and the opportunity to manage relationships with a dedicated panel of brokers across the Northern region. \n Due to the flat structure and size of the team, previous experience within D&O business is key to the role. Candidates must be self-motivated and be keen to work in an environment where decision-making and empowerment are actively encouraged. \n Excellent remuneration and a competitive benefits package await the successful applicant. In addition to the chance to join an agile and rapidly expanding business, my client also actively encourages and fully supports progression towards insurance qualifications.

Management Accountant \n\n • Great opportunity to work at an international menswear firm based in Manchester\n, • Supporting the Finance Director\n\n Management Accountant \n\n • Client looking for attention to detail\n, • Candidate will have some ACCA / CIMA exams\n\n Management Accountant \n\n • Producing management accounts\n, • Producing payroll\n, • Review of Profit and Loss\n, • VAT returns\n, • Fixed register\n, • Prepare monthly journals re accruals and prepayments\n, • Intercompany Accounts\n\n Management Accountant \n\n • Immediate in-person interviews\n\n By applying to this vacancy, you are giving permission to no1 legal and professional to submit your CV to the hiring company. \n No1 Legal and Professional is an employment agency for permanent and temporary roles.

Recruitment Solutions is delighted to be partnering with a new Client to recruit a Management Accountant. \n Our Client was founded in 2010 and is a Materials – Supply and Design business that trades across the Globe. \n WHAT OUR CLIENT NEEDS FROM THEIR MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT \n\n • Qualified ACCA / CIMA – with c 5 years post qualification experience\n, • A hands on approach which will result in the delivery of a details Monthly Management Accounts packs which will include detailed Reporting across Forecasting and Statutory Compliance\n, • Exposure and a passion for Process Improvements – which might include Systems Implementation\n, • Strong communication skills in order to be able to build and maintain strong Internal and External Stakeholder Management\n, • Be able to lead and develop a team of Finance Assistants\n\n WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT AS THE MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT \n\n • Basic Salary range of c £45,000 – £50,000 doe\n, • Hybrid working with flexible start and finish times – after probation\n, • 25 Days Holidays PLUS Bank Hols\n, • Pension – which can be enhanced\n, • Charity Work Days\n, • Generous Life Style package which will include Gym Memberships and Healthcare.\n\n If you are interested in this role, please submit your application \n Due to the large number of applications we receive, we may not be able to respond to every applicant. If you have not heard from us within two weeks, please consider your application for the currently advertised position unsuccessful. However, we may contact you regarding other suitable roles. We want to emphasize that no wording in this advertisement is intended to discriminate based on gender, marital status, race, religion, ethnicity, age, disability, or sexual orientation. All candidates will be evaluated solely on their merits, qualifications, and ability to fulfil the responsibilities of the role. Recruitment Solutions (NW) LTD operates as an employment agency for both permanent recruitment and temporary placements. \n

Accountant – Forward Thinking Boutique Firm | Greater Manchester \n Are you an experienced accountant with a passion for helping businesses grow and thrive? Do you want to work in a modern, commercially driven environment where your insights matter and your ambition is rewarded? \n An innovative and growing accountancy practice based in Greater Manchester is looking for a proactive and commercially minded accountant to join their dynamic team. This is a rare opportunity to work closely with entrepreneurial clients, make a real impact, and enjoy a fantastic work-life balance. \n About the role: \n You’ll take ownership of a varied portfolio of limited company clients, with responsibilities including: \n • Year-end accounts preparation• Corporation tax compliance and submissions• VAT returns and bookkeeping• Management accounts and business performance reporting• Reviewing work prepared by an offshore accountant to ensure accuracy and quality• Supporting business advisory projects to help clients grow and succeed \n This is a highly collaborative role where you’ll be encouraged to get under the skin of your clients’ businesses, spot opportunities for improvement, and add real value. While it’s not a sales-focused role, someone with a sharp commercial eye who enjoys solving problems and spotting ways to help clients would thrive here. \n What makes this role different? \n • Advisory-focused work with regular client contact and involvement in strategic discussions• Future opportunities for growth, including the potential to hold equity in the business• Supportive structure with offshore support, enabling you to focus on review and advisory work• Modern working arrangements with a 4 day week (Tuesday to Friday, 8am to 6pm)• On-site parking and a welcoming, collaborative team environment \n About you: \n You’ll likely be ACA, ACCA, CIMA or AAT qualified (or finalist) and have trained in practice. This role would suit someone who: \n • Wants to bridge the gap between practice and industry, enjoying the variety of a portfolio but with deeper insight into clients’ businesses• Has a strong grasp of management accounts and performance analysis• Is confident reviewing others’ work and ensuring high standards• Enjoys working directly with business owners and making a difference• Is commercially savvy and switched-on, able to spot opportunities and offer insight• Values progression and would like to grow with a firm long-term \n What’s on offer: \n • Competitive salary depending on experience• 4 day working week (Tuesday to Friday, 8am to 6pm)• On-site parking• Support for professional development and qualifications• Genuine long-term career progression, including equity opportunities \n Ready to take your next step into a more rewarding and forward-thinking role? Apply today to find out more or get in touch for a confidential chat.

A growing women’s empowerment social enterprise in Uganda is seeking a volunteer accountant to strengthen budgeting, cashflow forecasting and financial systems. \n The organisation supports over 300 women artisans, including single mothers, widows and teenage mothers, through vocational training and income generating opportunities linked to handmade crafts. \n As international sales opportunities grow, the organisation wants to ensure its finance processes remain practical, sustainable and fit for purpose. \n The volunteer will work with the Founder and Managing Director to review internal processes and controls, support effective use of Zoho Books, review the chart of accounts, improve budgeting and cashflow forecasting, develop simple management reporting tools and support audit preparation. \n This would suit a hands on volunteer comfortable working closely with a small local team. \n Please note that this is a voluntary role and there is therefore no remuneration. \n \n Accounting for International Development, AfID, matches experienced accountants with charities, NGOs and social enterprises around the world. Our volunteers provide practical finance support, helping partners strengthen systems, reporting, controls and confidence.

Axon Moore are delighted to be working with a rapidly growing business in Manchester city centre, to appoint a Management Accountant to the team. The business has grown consistently year on year and continues to scale rapidly. They are looking to build a finance team who will drive the business forward by delivering meaningful insight to help the wider business make better decisions and this role is a key part of that.You'll report to the Head of Finance, taking ownership of the month-end process whilst helping to build reporting, controls and systems to gear up for the next period of growth. This role offers a genuine opportunity to grow into a future Finance Manager or Finance Business Partner position as the business continues to expand.Salary & Benefits£45-55k DOE, hybrid working 3 days in the office, early finish Fridays, central Manchester location, 2 weeks Christmas close down, Medicash, Pension, 24 days holiday plus banks.Key Responsibilities\n\n • Own the month-end close process, preparing accurate monthly management accounts, journals, accruals, prepayments, balance sheet reconciliations and management reporting.\n, • Ensure accurate revenue recognition, review COGS, manufacturing margins, inventory movements and project profitability to support reliable financial reporting.\n, • Produce insightful financial analysis and reporting on business performance, revenue streams, sales, margins and operational trends to support decision-making.\n, • Partner with Engineering, Manufacturing, Consultancy and Operations teams to improve financial visibility and provide commercial insight into projects and business performance.\n, • Support budgeting, forecasting and financial planning through robust analysis and performance monitoring.\n, • Manage cash flow forecasting, daily cash reporting, supplier payment proposals and treasury activities while monitoring key working capital metrics.\n, • Oversee inventory accounting, including WIP and GRNI reconciliations, investigate stock variances and strengthen inventory controls and costing accuracy.\n, • Lead finance compliance activities, including VAT returns, payroll support, year-end audit, statutory reporting and R&D tax claim preparation.\n, • Drive continuous improvement of finance processes, systems, controls and reporting to support scalability and business growth.\n, • Support, coach and develop junior finance team members while working closely with the Head of Finance to enhance financial understanding across the wider business.\nEssential Requirements\n\n, • Nearly or fully qualified ACCA/CIMA\n, • 3+ experience preparing monthly management accounts in an SME sized business\n, • Experience working within a manufacturing or project-based environment.\n, • Excellent Excel skills and use of Power BI would be beneficial.\n, • Proactive, accountable and comfortable taking ownership from start to finish.\n, • Strong commercial awareness and analytical capability\n, • building relationships with non-finance stakeholders.\n, • Naturally curious with strong attention to detail.\nFor more information, contact Harriett Busby at Axon Moore.INDFIN

Robert Half is partnering with a large, multinational organisation based in Manchester in sought of an Interim Financial Accountant. \n This is a key role within a centralised Global Financial Services function, supporting revenue accounting, month end close, controls and process improvement across a complex international business. The Role\n You'll play a critical role in supporting centralised revenue recognition activities, working closely with local finance teams and stakeholders across the wider organisation. \n Key responsibilities will include: \n\n • Supporting month-end close, including journals, revenue schedules and reconciliations.\n, • Working across revenue accounting processes.\n, • Supporting the transition of finance processes into a centralised function through documentation and knowledge sharing.\n, • Reviewing and improving existing processes, identifying opportunities for automation, simplification and efficiency.\n, • Working with finance teams and wider stakeholders to resolve accounting queries and issues.\n, • Ensuring compliance with finance policies, statutory requirements, SLAs and SOX controls.\n, • Producing and distributing accurate financial reports within agreed deadlines.\n, • What We're Looking For\n\n We're particularly interested in candidates who have: \n\n • ACA, ACCA, CIMA qualified.\n, • Ideally trained or worked within top 10 accountancy firms or alternatively a strong Top 20 practice.\n, • Experience within a large multinational / complex corporate environment\n, • Strong Revenue Accounting or RTR experience with sufficient depth to confidently explain accounting treatments, triggers and controls.\n, • Experience of shared services, global business services or centralised finance functions is highly desirable.\n, • Experience of working with SOX controls and compliance.\n, • A track record of identifying and implementing process improvements.\n, • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.\n, • The ability to operate effectively in a fast paced, changing environment.\nIdeal Background\n This role would suit a qualified accountant who has worked within a sizeable international organisation and can demonstrate hands on experience across revenue accounting, month-end close and financial controls. \n Manchester - Hybrid Interim Contract. 3 - 6 months. Qualified Accountant - ACA / ACCA / CIMA / CPA \n Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:

Finance Director | Manchester (hybrid - 90% remote working) | Circa £120,000 - £140,000 + benefits \n The Opportunity \n This is a really interesting, relatively unique and highly rewarding role for an ambitious, highly commercially astute FD. You’ll be joining an entrepreneurial firm of accountants in a new division (which you will lead). Your role is partnering with owner led businesses looking to get sale ready, stay sale ready and ultimately position themselves for investment or exit. \n You’ll be working with a portfolio of businesses, aspirational growing SMEs led by talented leadership teams. You’ll be providing the sounding board they need around the factors which ultimately impact their multiple at point of sale. \n You’ll be supporting with due diligence, reviewing the robustness of their controls and the relevance of their board pack. Providing challenge and support around the levers of income and profit, helping spot opportunity to drive growth, retain margin. \n It’s more than dressing the shop window for them. It’s really becoming that trusted advisor to business owners / investors / board players. Someone who can be part of their growth to exit story and add financial / commercial guidance during the planning and strategy discussions. \n Required: \n\n • This is for someone driven, career focused and proactive.\n, • You’ll have a solid technical accounting (potentially having started your career in practice).\n, • You’ll probably have already taken an SME through an exit event – with clear evidence of getting them in great shape and sale-ready.\n, • You’ll potentially have experience of a PE setting (although getting a business through trade sale or perhaps MBO/MBI would also be very relevant).\n, • Its for someone sharp, intelligent and self-motivated. A commercially aware and modern FD who will enjoy being part of grown up conversations with a variety of business owners / leaders.\n\n You need to be someone who is able to build rapport with a diverse audience of stakeholders. A proactive FD who will be able to get under the bonnet of several businesses in your stable and understand what the levers of success in each setting may be. It’s a cracking role – tons of variety, M&A exposure, constant added value activity. Loads of interesting and exciting discussions rather than the grind of month end! \n You need to enjoy change, working at pace, partnering naturally ambitious entrepreneurs and business owners. \n Apply now \n If you would like to be considered for the Finance Director role in Manchester, please click 'apply now' or contact our team direct.

Accountant\n Location: Manchester \n Salary: £29,000 - £33,000 + Bonus \n Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent About the Role\n An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Accountant to join a growing and forward-thinking accountancy practice based in Manchester. \n This role is ideal for someone with experience managing a portfolio of clients who is looking to further develop their career within a supportive and expanding firm. You'll work closely with a broad range of SMEs, providing high-quality accounting and tax services while becoming a trusted advisor to your clients. \n You'll be given responsibility from day one, genuine opportunities for progression, and the chance to play a key role in the continued growth of the business. Key Responsibilities\n As an Accountant, your responsibilities will include: \n\n • Managing your own portfolio of clients.\n, • Preparing year-end statutory accounts.\n, • Preparing Corporation Tax and Personal Tax returns.\n, • Producing VAT returns and assisting with PAYE and payroll.\n, • Acting as the main point of contact for client queries via phone and email.\n, • Building strong, long-term client relationships.\n, • Ensuring client records remain accurate and up to date.\n, • Keeping abreast of changes to tax legislation and accounting standards.\n, • Supporting the continued growth and development of the practice.\nAbout You\n To be considered, you should have: \n\n • Around 1-3 years' experience in an accountancy practice or similar client-facing accounting role.\n, • Experience preparing statutory accounts and tax returns.\n, • AAT qualified or currently studying towards AAT, ACCA or ACA.\n, • Experience using bookkeeping and cloud accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks or Sage.\n, • Strong Microsoft Excel and Office skills.\n, • Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.\n, • A proactive approach with the ability to manage your own workload.\n, • Strong communication skills and the confidence to build lasting client relationships.\nWhat's on Offer\n\n, • Salary of £29,000 - £35,000, depending on experience.\n, • Performance-related bonus scheme.\n, • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.\n, • Hybrid/home working opportunities.\n, • Flexible working hours.\n, • Company pension.\n, • Referral bonus scheme.\n, • Financial wellbeing support.\n, • On-site parking.\n, • Excellent training and career progression opportunities.\n, • The opportunity to join a growing, ambitious accountancy practice with a supportive team culture.\n

Intro \n A PE-backed, multi-divisional services group is seeking an experienced Divisional Financial Controller to take ownership of the end-to-end financial control and close process for a significant operating division. \n The position will provide the Divisional Finance Director with accurate, reliable and commentary-ready financial information, enabling greater focus on commercial performance, operational decision-making and delivery against the investment plan. \n The Company \n A large, investor-backed services group operating through multiple divisions, entities and service lines. The business has a complex finance structure combining divisional teams with centralised reporting and FP&A capabilities. \n The group is focused on strengthening financial control, standardising reporting processes and improving the quality, accuracy and pace of financial information across the organisation. \n The Role \n Based in Manchester and reporting directly to the Divisional Finance Director, with a dotted reporting line to the Group Financial Controller, you will be accountable for the accuracy and integrity of the divisional P&L and balance sheet. This is a visible role requiring strong financial control, technical accounting and stakeholder management capability. \n Key responsibilities include: \n\n • Managing the end-to-end divisional month-end close, including the trial balance, journals, P&L review and balance sheet sign-off\n, • Reviewing the trial balance against prior month, budget and forecast\n, • Identifying required adjustments and providing clear instructions to the General Accounting team\n, • Directing Management Accountants on revenue, direct cost and materials accruals\n, • Managing judgement-based accounting across revenue, WIP, direct costs and provisions\n, • Reviewing and challenging revenue recognition, accruals, provisions and other accounting judgements\n, • Leading the production and sign-off of the divisional results pack\n, • Submitting accurate financial information to Group Reporting within the agreed timetable\n, • Providing the Divisional Finance Director with commentary on actuals, run-rate performance and accounting movements\n, • Acting as the first point of escalation for accounting policy and process queries within the division\n, • Ensuring compliance with group accounting policies, processes and reporting standards\n, • Maintaining a dotted-line relationship with the Group Financial Controller on technical accounting, governance and close compliance\n, • Working with the FP&A Centre of Excellence to support management information, forecasting and planning cycles\n\n Your Profile \n\n • Fully qualified accountant, with ACA, ACCA or CIMA\n, • Significant Financial Controller or Divisional Controller experience\n, • Strong technical accounting knowledge, including revenue recognition, WIP, accruals and provisions\n, • Experience within services, outsourced services, contracting or project-led environments\n, • Comfortable operating within a fast-paced, PE-backed environment\n\n Compensation & Benefits \n This interim role offers a day rate of £300-400 per day inside IR35, dependent on experience, and is based in Manchester 4 days per week. The position provides the opportunity to take ownership of financial control for a significant division within a £500 million PE-backed services group, working closely with divisional and group finance leadership to improve reporting quality, control and close performance.

Reporting to the Divisional CFO, the Divisional Financial Controller will lead divisional financial control, consolidation, reporting, technical accounting and governance activities across an international professional services group. The role is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely reporting, strengthening financial controls and supporting the successful integration of acquired businesses. \n Client Details \n Our client is a purpose-led growing division of a $2bil+ private equity backed international services business with operations across multiple countries and a strong track record of delivering complex, high-value projects for a diverse client base. Backed by its global parent, the business is investing in its people, systems and capabilities to support continued growth, integration and operational excellence. \n Description \n\n • Lead the divisional financial control function, encompassing consolidation, reporting, technical accounting, tax and financial controls.\n, • Own divisional actuals reporting across P&L, balance sheet and cash flow, ensuring accurate, timely and compliant submissions to group stakeholders.\n, • Prepare and review reporting packs, including commentary, variance analysis, KPIs, trends, risks and key business issues.\n, • Build strong relationships with regional finance teams and establish robust reporting processes, governance and deadlines.\n, • Oversee working capital performance and support the implementation of best-practice financial management across the business.\n, • Act as the lead for technical accounting matters, ensuring appropriate accounting treatments and documentation standards.\n, • Coordinate the consolidated statutory audit process and manage relationships with external auditors and senior stakeholders.\n, • Review and enhance internal control frameworks, identifying risks and driving remediation where required.\n, • Lead finance workstreams relating to acquisitions, including reporting, controls, treasury and cash flow integration.\n, • Develop and mentor a specialist finance team, fostering a culture of quality, accountability and continuous improvement.\n\n Profile \n\n • Significant financial control experience within a complex international group.\n, • Best-in-class technical accounting expertise across consolidation, group reporting and statutory audit, with the ability to operate effectively in a multi-entity environment.\n, • Experience of being involved with complex change and transformation programmes, covering systems, people and processes.\n, • Proven leadership experience, with the ability to influence finance teams and stakeholders across multiple jurisdictions.\n, • Experience supporting post-acquisition integration activities would be advantageous.\n, • Additional European language skills and experience within professional services environments would be beneficial.\n\n Job Offer \n The numbers \n\n • Basic salary in the range of £120,000-£150,000, dependent on experience and location.\n, • STIP company bonus scheme up to 10% annually; LTIP scheme.\n, • 6% employer contribution pension scheme.\n, • Family private medical insurance.\n, • Annual leave of 33 days (growing with service) inclusive of statutory holidays, with the option to buy/sell 5 days.\n\n \n The career \n\n • A high-profile leadership opportunity within a growing international professional services organisation.\n, • Significant exposure to executive leadership and group-level stakeholders.\n, • The opportunity to shape reporting, controls and integration activities across a global business.\n, • A collaborative and inclusive culture that values professional development, flexibility and continuous improvement.\n, • Strong long-term career progression potential as the organisation continues its growth journey.\n

We are delighted to be working with a highly successful MGA business who are now in control of over £100m GWP. They are looking for an Existing Business Trading Underwriter to work on a hybrid basis from their Manchester City Centre office. \n The Role: \n\n • To build and maintain effective broker relationships by offering a high level of customer service, trading and delivering renewals within SLA's.\n, • Work closely and effectively with your team and team manager, to create and develop the new Manchester Centre of Excellence.\n, • Review, trade and invite renewals for all products within our underwriting appetite and strategy adhering to the agreed service levels.\n\n\n, • Action any renewal queries, mid-term adjustments and cancellations for your brokers and clients.\n, • Work closely and effectively with your team to ensure that all work is completed within SLA's and maintain broker relationships by offering a high level of customer service.\n, • Answer phone calls in a professional and friendly manner to develop and maintain strong relationships with external and internal customers.\n, • Large case management for renewals over £5,000 and above.\n, • Act as a referral point for Underwriting Assistants within the Team, supporting development and training where appropriate.\n\n The Candidate: \n\n • A minimum of 2 years Property & Casualty Underwriting experience within a commercial environment.\n, • Excellent relationship buildings skills and a friendly and approachable manner\n, • An ability to prioritise and ensure deadlines are met.\n, • Excellent communication and organisational skills.\n, • Proficient in Microsoft Office products.\n, • Strong problem solving ability with a solutions focused approach to Underwriting.\n\n The Reward: \n\n • Salary up to £48,000 for the right candidate.\n, • Generous private health care\n, • Pension scheme\n, • Extensive Company Benefits package\n

IntroA PE-backed, multi-divisional services group is seeking an experienced Divisional Financial Controller to take ownership of the end-to-end financial control and close process for a significant operating division.The position will provide the Divisional Finance Director with accurate, reliable and commentary-ready financial information, enabling greater focus on commercial performance, operational decision-making and delivery against the investment plan.The CompanyA large, investor-backed services group operating through multiple divisions, entities and service lines. The business has a complex finance structure combining divisional teams with centralised reporting and FP&A capabilities.The group is focused on strengthening financial control, standardising reporting processes and improving the quality, accuracy and pace of financial information across the organisation.The RoleBased in Manchester and reporting directly to the Divisional Finance Director, with a dotted reporting line to the Group Financial Controller, you will be accountable for the accuracy and integrity of the divisional P&L and balance sheet. This is a visible role requiring strong financial control, technical accounting and stakeholder management capability.Key responsibilities include:Managing the end-to-end divisional month-end close, including the trial balance, journals, P&L review and balance sheet sign-offReviewing the trial balance against prior month, budget and forecastIdentifying required adjustments and providing clear instructions to the General Accounting teamDirecting Management Accountants on revenue, direct cost and materials accrualsManaging judgement-based accounting across revenue, WIP, direct costs and provisionsReviewing and challenging revenue recognition, accruals, provisions and other accounting judgementsLeading the production and sign-off of the divisional results packSubmitting accurate financial information to Group Reporting within the agreed timetableProviding the Divisional Finance Director with commentary on actuals, run-rate performance and accounting movementsActing as the first point of escalation for accounting policy and process queries within the divisionEnsuring compliance with group accounting policies, processes and reporting standardsMaintaining a dotted-line relationship with the Group Financial Controller on technical accounting, governance and close complianceWorking with the FP&A Centre of Excellence to support management information, forecasting and planning cyclesYour ProfileFully qualified accountant, with ACA, ACCA or CIMASignificant Financial Controller or Divisional Controller experienceStrong technical accounting knowledge, including revenue recognition, WIP, accruals and provisionsExperience within services, outsourced services, contracting or project-led environmentsComfortable operating within a fast-paced, PE-backed environmentCompensation & BenefitsThis interim role offers a day rate of £300-400 per day inside IR35, dependent on experience, and is based in Manchester 4 days per week. The position provides the opportunity to take ownership of financial control for a significant division within a £500 million PE-backed services group, working closely with divisional and group finance leadership to improve reporting quality, control and close performance.TPBN1_UKTJ

Senior Accountant - Top 100 Practice Manchester (Hybrid 4-1) Up to £40,000 DOE Butler Rose Public Practice is delighted to be supporting a growing Top 100 accountancy practice in the recruitment of an Senior Accountant to join their friendly audit team to assist with the accounts. This opportunity would suit an ACA or ACCA part-qualified, finalist or qualified accountant with experience in a fast-paced practice environment and who is looking to take ownership of a varied client portfolio. Working closely with the Accounts Director, you will prepare statutory accounts and tax returns, manage client relationships, and review the work of junior team members. Key Responsibilities \n\n • Prepare statutory year-end accounts under FRS 102, FRS 102 Section 1A and FRS 105\n, • Prepare corporation tax returns and directors personal tax returns\n, • Manage your own client portfolio, ensuring work is completed accurately and within deadlines\n, • Meet with clients to discuss accounts, financial records and resolve queries\n, • Review work prepared by junior staff, providing feedback and ensuring review points are cleared\n, • Prepare files and supporting reports for Accounts Director review\n, • Mentor and support junior team members with their day-to-day development\n, • Identify opportunities to introduce additional firm services where appropriate\n\n Key Requirements \n\n • ACA or ACCA finalist or qualified\n, • Previous experience within a UK accountancy practice\n, • Strong experience preparing statutory accounts and tax returns\n, • Good working knowledge of FRS 102, FRS 102 Section 1A and FRS 105\n, • Experience preparing consolidations\n, • Confident managing client relationships and communicating technical matters clearly\n, • Experience supporting or reviewing junior staff\n\n What's on Offer \n\n • Salary up to £40,000 depending on experience\n, • 23 days annual leave\n, • Birthday off\n, • Annual bonus scheme\n, • Health Cash Plan after probation\n, • Company sick pay\n, • Enhanced parental pay policies\n, • One paid professional membership/subscription\n, • Cycle to Work scheme\n, • Employee Assistance Programme\n, • Company pension scheme\n\n Interested? If this sounds like the next step in your career, get in touch with Demetria Petropoulos to find out more - | Know someone perfect for this role? We offer a £150 retail voucher for every successful referral we place - so if you refer a friend or colleague who's hired through Butler Rose, you'll be rewarded! \n \n #IND-HL-25 \n \n Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. \n

Rapidly developing Claims Preparation Division of international broker seeks to strengthen its technical offering through the appointment of an additional Forensic Accountant. \n\n • You will supplement the team of 3 and supporting a national team of Claims Consultants who will work closely with you to develop your expertise and knowledge.\n, • You will assist with a mixed portfolio of commercial losses generally in excess of £500,000 for a range of SME and mid-corporate clients varying in size and complexity and providing an interesting and rewarding challenge.\n\n About you: \n\n • Candidates must essentially be ACA or ACCA qualified with experience of working in insurance claims either within forensic accounting, loss adjusting or insurance broking.\n, • To balance the team you will ideally live in Leeds, Manchester or Birmingham.\n\n Salary & Benefits: \n Basic salary likely to be up to £75,000 plus discretionary bonus, car allowance, pension, private medical care and 25 days holiday.

Are you a Senior Finance Analyst looking to join a Certified B Corp with a genuine social purpose? Keen to join a company redefining financial inclusion by providing bespoke lending solutions to UK homeowners who may be overlooked by traditional financial institutions? \n We are looking for an ambitious, commercially minded Senior Finance Analyst to join our growing team and turn financial data into meaningful insight, strategic decisions, and better business outcomes. \n This is a high-impact role for a qualified accountant who enjoys combining detailed analysis with commercial thinking. You will build bespoke financial models, develop forecasts, evaluate investment opportunities and assess post-implementation benefits. Working closely with Operations, Projects and Credit Risk, you’ll identify trends, challenge assumptions and provide senior management with clear, actionable recommendations. \n You’ll also contribute to our data maturity, governance and analytics agenda, producing insightful MI, market analysis and ad hoc reporting while supporting wider BAU and month-end activity. \n Role: Senior Finance Analyst, Commercial Finance Analyst, FP&A Analyst, Finance Business Partner, Financial Planning Analyst \n Location: Manchester City Centre – Hybrid working with 3 days a week in the office. \n Salary: up to £55k base salary + great employee benefits package \n We’re looking for someone with extensive senior financial analysis experience, ideally within financial services, who has exceptional Excel modelling skills and the ability to use coding or modern technologies to manipulate data and develop smarter analysis. You’ll be naturally curious, commercially aware and comfortable moving between detailed financial analysis and strategic conversations. \n You will be joining a collaborative, values-led organisation where your work has genuine purpose. You will receive up to 25 days’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays, your birthday off, healthcare cash plan, matched pension contributions up to 5%, life assurance, long-service awards and a cycle-to-work scheme. \n Like what you see? CLICK APPLY and send through a copy of your CV.

CompanyAn established international organisation is seeking a Group Financial Accounting Manager to join its senior finance leadership team. This is a highly visible appointment within a complex multi entity environment, offering significant exposure to senior stakeholders and the opportunity to influence financial governance, reporting standards and operational excellence across multiple jurisdictions.The position has arisen due to succession requirements and offers the successful individual the opportunity to take ownership of a substantial financial accounting function while contributing to wider strategic finance initiativesKey Responsibilities\n\n • Lead, coach and develop a geographically dispersed team of finance professionals.\n, • Oversee financial accounting activities across multiple legal entities and international locations.\n, • Manage monthly close processes, ensuring accurate and timely reporting into group consolidation.\n, • Drive improvements in financial controls, reporting quality and month end efficiencies.\n, • Lead statutory reporting activities and ensure compliance with local regulatory requirements.\n, • Manage external audit processes and coordinate relationships with auditors across multiple jurisdictions.\n, • Maintain oversight of tax compliance, governance and financial control frameworks.\n, • Review balance sheet risks and opportunities, providing meaningful insight to senior leadership.\n, • Support corporate projects including acquisitions, disposals and finance transformation initiatives.\n, • Act as a trusted business partner to finance and non-finance stakeholders across the organisation.\nKey Skills preferred\n\n, • Qualified accountant \n, • Strong audit foundation with extensive post qualification experience.\n, • Significant financial accounting and statutory reporting expertise.\n, • Strong understanding of IFRS and complex accounting environments.\n, • Experience gained within a multi entity, international organisation.\n, • Exposure to ERP and group consolidation systems is advantageous.\n, • Strong governance, compliance and external audit experience.\n, • Proven experience leading and developing sizeable teams.\n, • Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.\n, • Comfortable operating across different cultures and geographical locations.\n, • Collaborative and approachable leadership style.\n, • Commercially minded with strong problem solving capabilities.\n, • Ability to balance technical excellence with effective people leadership.\n, • Experience managing remote or international teams is highly desirable.\nThis is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious finance leader seeking a broad, high impact role with genuine scope to influence, develop teams and contribute to strategic decision making within a complex international environment.If you combine strong technical accounting credentials with proven leadership ability and enjoy operating in a fast paced, multi stakeholder environment, we would welcome a confidential conversation to discuss the opportunity in more detail

CFO / Finance Director - PE BackedConsumer Goods / FMCG / Retail Supplyc£170,000 + equityRemote role / UK based \n We are at the early stages of a search for a CFO / Finance Director, experienced in the Consumer Goods / Manufacturing / Retail supply sector.Experience in high growth and / or turnarounds would be expected, together with experience of working with Private Equity / external funders. \n Salary and package will be negotiable and will include Equity participation commensurate with a role such as this.Do get in touch to register your interest if you're an experienced qualified Finance Director, CFO, Financial Controller or Head of Finance from the Consumer Goods, Manufacturing or Retail sectors with the relevant experience. \n We will be speaking to candidates of interest mid / late August. \n More details will be supplied to selected candidates during the process. \n

My client is a successful and entrepreneurial insurer based out of contemporary Manchester City Centre offices. \n Working within a small yet highly skilled team you will be focused on underwriting new business and renewals for Commercial Combined risks. Your role will be varied and working for a forward-thinking business you will enjoy autonomy and the opportunity to manage relationships with a dedicated panel of brokers throughout the UK. \n Strong knowledge of Property and Casualty insurance is essential, along with a team focused and self-motivated approach. Due to the entrepreneurial nature of this business you must be keen to work in an environment where decision-making and empowerment are actively encouraged. \n Excellent remuneration and a competitive benefits package await the successful applicant. In addition to the chance to join an agile and rapidly expanding business, our client also actively encourages and fully supports progression towards insurance qualifications.

Financial Controller \n Based: Manchester – hybrid \n Salary: up to £75k + Bonus + Excellent Benefits \n Whitaker Smith is delighted to be exclusively partnering with an ambitious, fast-growing SME that forms part of a larger, well-established Group, to appoint a technically strong Financial Controller. This is a newly created position designed to strengthen the finance function as the business continues its impressive growth journey. Reporting directly to an experienced Finance Director, you'll become the organisation's technical accounting expert, taking ownership of statutory reporting, audit, tax compliance, financial governance and Group reporting, whilst playing a key role in supporting future growth initiatives. This opportunity would suit an ACA or ACCA qualified accountant looking to step into a broad, high-impact role where technical excellence, commercial awareness and continuous improvement are equally valued. \n Role: \n\n • Lead all statutory reporting activities, ensuring compliance with UK accounting standards and Group requirements.\n, • Take ownership of the external and internal audit process, acting as the key point of contact throughout.\n, • Prepare and deliver high-quality monthly Board and Group reporting packs, providing insightful financial commentary.\n, • Manage corporate tax compliance, statutory accounts and regulatory reporting.\n, • Drive technical accounting excellence, implementing new accounting standards and ensuring best practice across the business.\n, • Partner with the Finance Director on annual budgets, forecasts and longer-term financial planning.\n, • Develop and enhance financial controls, governance frameworks and risk management processes.\n, • Support post-acquisition financial integration projects, ensuring robust financial verification and consistent accounting standards.\n, • Identify opportunities to improve processes, reporting quality and financial controls across the organisation.\n\n Experience: \n We're looking for an accomplished technical accountant who enjoys working in a hands-on environment and wants to make a genuine impact. \n\n • ACA or ACCA qualified - essential\n, • Strong technical accounting knowledge with experience of statutory reporting.\n, • Proven experience managing external audits f\n, • Excellent understanding of UK GAAP and preparing board/group reporting\n, • Excellent analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail.\n, • A proactive approach, comfortable challenging existing processes and driving continuous improvement.\n, • Strong stakeholder management skills with the confidence to work alongside senior leadership.\n\n Send your CV for immediate consideration!

Your new companyA fast-growing international business operating across multiple jurisdictions, with a strong presence in the hospitality and leisure sector. Working within a listed group environment, you'll join a collaborative finance team focused on delivering high-quality financial reporting and supporting strategic growth.Your new roleAs Financial Accountant, you'll support the delivery of accurate and timely financial reporting across several UK and offshore entities. Responsibilities will include month-end close activities, balance sheet reconciliations, cash flow reporting, statutory accounts preparation under IFRS, audit support, and assisting with group reporting requirements. You'll work closely with finance colleagues across the UK and international locations to meet reporting deadlines and maintain strong financial controls.What you'll need to succeedYou'll be a newly qualified ACA or ACCA with strong financial accounting experience gained in practice, industry, or a combination of both. Experience preparing IFRS statutory accounts is essential, along with exposure to audit processes and group reporting. You'll have excellent attention to detail, strong organisational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Experience within hospitality, leisure, or a listed group structure would be advantageous.What you'll get in returnYou'll join a dynamic and internationally focused organisation offering exposure to a complex group structure, opportunities to work with global stakeholders, and the chance to develop your technical accounting expertise within a supportive and collaborative finance team. A competitive salary and benefits package is available alongside genuine career development opportunities.What you need to do nowIf 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 about your career. \n Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Your new company \n Hays are delighted to be partnering with a leading FTSE-listed organisation to recruit a Dutch Speaking Accountant. This is an exciting opportunity to join a globally recognised business with a strong international presence and a reputation for developing and retaining top finance talent. Offering a fully remote working arrangement, excellent benefits package and bonus scheme, thi... \n \n \n \n ZIPC1_UKTJ

Project Accountant - QualifiedLocation: Altrincham Salary: £54,000 - £60,000 per annum Hours:Monday to Friday, 9:00am-5:30pmHybrid working after 1st 3x months \n Join a growing and forward-thinking SME organisation based in Altrincham as a Project Accountant. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant with experience in a project-based environment who enjoys combining technical finance, commercial insight and stakeholder management. \n The business has experienced significant growth and works with an impressive portfolio of clients, delivering complex projects. \n \n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Own the monthly project invoicing and revenue billing cycle, ensuring accuracy and compliance with contractual terms.\n, • Review project timesheets, rate cards and contracts to ensure all billable activity is captured correctly.\n, • Work closely with Project and Engagement Leads to review project performance, budgets and forecasts.\n, • Produce and review budget packs, identifying over/underspend, risks and commercial opportunities.\n, • Facilitate monthly commercial review meetings with key stakeholders.\n, • Provide financial insight into project profitability, utilisation and revenue optimisation.\n, • Review project lifecycles and identify opportunities to maximise revenue from existing client contracts.\n, • Maintain accurate project, contract and commercial information within internal systems.\n, • Support business planning and provide assurance over revenue forecasts and the wider business pipeline.\n, • Take ownership of invoices and deliverables within strict client SLAs.\n, • Support year-end and audit requirements relating to project revenue and invoicing.\n, • Build strong relationships across Finance, Operations, Delivery and Project teams.\n, • Develop into a key Finance representative in client meetings, providing commercial insight and supporting decision-making.\n, • Support and provide guidance to less experienced members of the wider finance team.\n\n Key Skills \n\n • ACA, ACCA or CIMA fully qualified - newly qualified candidates will also be considered.\n, • Previous experience within a Project Accountant or similar project-based finance role.\n, • Experience of project billing models involving staff/labour timesheets, time and materials, fixed-price services and/or licensing.\n, • Strong experience reviewing contracts, rate cards, project budgets and revenue.\n, • Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.\n, • Strong Excel and analytical skills.\n, • Excellent attention to detail with a focus on quality and accuracy.\n, • Confident using your own initiative, and taking ownership of your work.\n, • Commercially minded, with the ability to identify risks and opportunities.\n\n Benefits: \n\n • 20 days' annual leave, increasing to 25 days following successful completion of the six-month probation period.\n, • Private medical cover or gym membership\n, • Life assurance, Critical illness cover.\n, • Salary sacrifice pension with 4% employer contribution.\n\n What's Next? \n If you are a fully qualified accountant with project accounting experience and are looking for a role where you can make a genuine commercial impact, we would love to hear from you. \n If you're a qualified accountant looking for something different in terms of location, salary or opportunity, please get in touch and/or if you know someone who could be interested in this role, please send them our way!

Senior Portfolio Underwriter - Professional IndemnityManchester, Hybrid Working Competitive Salary + Bonus + Excellent BenefitsA leading specialist insurer is seeking an experienced Senior Professional Indemnity Underwriter to join its growing division. This is a unique opportunity to move into a broader underwriting role where you'll have genuine influence over trading performance, business growth and underwriting outcomes. Working closely with senior stakeholders, you'll play a key role in supporting the continued development of a successful direct insurance proposition serving SMEs and professional businesses across the UK.More than a traditional underwriting position, this role offers the opportunity to contribute to commercial decision-making, enhance customer outcomes, and help shape the future direction of a growing and innovative insurance operation.The Role:\n\n • Take ownership of underwriting decisions across a range of Professional Indemnity risks.\n, • Review and assess referrals, providing technical guidance on more complex cases.\n, • Support profitable growth through sound underwriting judgement and commercial decision-making.\n, • Build strong relationships with stakeholders across underwriting, trading and leadership teams.\n, • Monitor business performance and contribute ideas to support sustainable portfolio growth.\n, • Help identify opportunities to improve underwriting processes, customer experience and trading performance.\n, • Utilise underwriting insight, market knowledge and data to support business objectives.\nRequirements:\n\n, • Strong Professional Indemnity underwriting experience gained within an insurer or MGA environment.\n, • Experience handling referral business and more complex underwriting decisions.\n, • Good understanding of portfolio performance, underwriting controls and risk management.\n, • Commercially minded with the ability to balance growth and profitability objectives.\n, • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.\n, • A collaborative approach with the desire to contribute beyond day-to-day underwriting responsibilities.\nWhy Join?\n\n, • Newly created role with significant visibility and influence across the business.\n, • Opportunity to contribute to the growth and development of a successful direct trading operation.\n, • Exposure to strategic projects and wider business initiatives.\n, • Clear opportunities for career progression within a growing division.\n, • Supportive, forward-thinking culture with ongoing investment in technology and innovation.\n, • Competitive salary, bonus potential and comprehensive benefits package.\nThis is an excellent opportunity for an established Professional Indemnity Underwriter looking to broaden their responsibilities and take on a more influential role within an ambitious and expanding insurance business.To learn more about the opportunity and overall package, apply today or get in touch.Email: Phone: /

Description\n Finance Operations Manager - ClearAccept\n \n Before you apply: this role requires direct experience working inside a payment services business: an acquirer, PSP, or payment facilitator. A financial services or accounting background alone does not meet the brief.\n \n \nClearAccept is a regulated UK payment institution in the acquiring space. We're growing, which means this role is as much about bui...\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ZIPC1_UKTJ

Senior Billing Coordinator \n £32,000 - £35,500 \n Manchester City Centre \n \n Hybrid Working \n \n My client are a leading international firm based in Manchester City Centre who are looking for a Senior Billing Coordinator to join their team. This role would suit someone who is familiar dealing with more complex Billing queries and escalations. \n \n As a Senior Billing Coordinator your duties will include: \n\n • Support the Billing Coordinators with escalations or complex bills\n, • Calculation of proposed billing amounts\n, • Draft and facilitate approval of invoices\n, • Manage all complex bill reconciliations and calculations\n, • Primary point of contact for all billing-related enquiries\n, • Deputise for the Team Leader in their absence\n\n \n As a Senior Billing Coordinator you will have the following skill: \n\n • Previous Billing experience is essential\n, • Previous experience coordinating or managing a team would be ideal\n, • Excellent communication skills\n, • Ability to work towards deadlines\n, • Strong attention to detail\n, • Knowledge of financial systems and software used for billing\n\n \n Senior Billing Coordinator | £32,000 - £35,500 | Manchester City Centre | Permanent \n \n Due to the high volume of applications we receive we are unable to respond to all applications. By submitting your application you agree to accept our privacy policy which can be found on the Gibson Hollyhomes website.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Accounts Payable Specialist to join a highly respected organisation based in Manchester. This role offers you the chance to take ownership of day-to-day accounts payable activities within a high-volume, multi-entity environment, where your expertise will be valued and your contributions will make a real impact.As a Senior Accounts Payable Specialist, you will become an integral member of the finance team responsible for ensuring the timely and accurate processing of all accounts payable transactions. Your day-to-day work will involve managing high volumes of invoices across multiple entities while maintaining excellent communication with suppliers and colleagues alike. You will be trusted to handle sensitive payment matters with care, support junior staff through training initiatives, and uphold rigorous standards of compliance.Key duties include:Oversee the accurate processing of invoices-including purchase order, non-purchase order, and expense claims-ensuring all transactions are completed within agreed service level agreements.Manage shared inboxes and workflow systems efficiently, prioritising tasks and responding promptly to supplier queries or payment issues as they arise.Resolve complex supplier and payment queries with sensitivity and professionalism, maintaining positive relationships with both internal stakeholders and external partners.Handle urgent or time-critical payments by applying appropriate controls and ensuring compliance with company policies at all times.Support the Accounts Payable Manager by assisting with operational oversight, including preparing reports, tracking key performance indicators, and identifying areas for process improvement.Play an active role in mentoring and supporting junior team members by delivering training sessions, providing guidance on best practices, and fostering a culture of collaboration.Ensure strict adherence to internal controls, policies, and audit requirements throughout all accounts payable activities.Participate in month-end closing activities such as reconciliations and aged creditor reviews to ensure accuracy of financial records.To excel as a Senior Accounts Payable Specialist in this organisation, you will bring proven experience from busy finance environments where handling large volumes of transactions is second nature. Your technical proficiency-especially with Excel-will allow you to analyse data efficiently while ensuring every detail is correct. Strong interpersonal skills are essential; you'll need these when collaborating across departments or resolving supplier queries diplomatically. A natural problem-solver who thrives on supporting others' development, you'll enjoy sharing your knowledge with less experienced colleagues.Key duties include:Demonstrated experience working in a high-volume accounts payable environment across multiple entities where accuracy is paramount.Advanced Excel skills including proficiency with VLOOKUPs, IF formulas, and data analysis tools that support efficient invoice processing.Exceptional attention to detail combined with a commitment to maintaining high levels of accuracy under tight deadlines.Proven ability to manage competing priorities effectively while delivering results within agreed timeframes.Excellent communication skills that enable you to build strong relationships across different teams as well as with external suppliers.A proactive approach with a solution-focused mindset that helps resolve issues quickly while minimising disruption.Experience using Esker or similar accounts payable automation tools would be advantageous but not essential.Familiarity with 'No PO, No Pay' environments or similar policy-driven frameworks is desirable for this position.Previous involvement in mentoring or supporting junior team members through training or coaching initiatives is highly valued.This organisation stands out for its commitment to creating an inclusive workplace where every team member's contribution is valued. With flexible working opportunities designed to support work-life balance alongside generous pension contributions and comprehensive training programmes, employees are empowered to grow their careers at their own pace.If you are ready to take the next step in your accounts payable career within a supportive team environment that values your expertise-this is your chance!Apply today by clicking on the link provided; we look forward to receiving your application.Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidatesTPBN1_UKTJ

Practice Accounting - Senior Accountant\n South Manchester | Up to £45,000 DOE | Permanent \n Sponsorship not available \n Looking for a practice that genuinely invests in its people?\n If you're ready for more responsibility, better progression and a firm where your contribution is recognised, this could be the move you've been waiting for. \n Join a modern, ambitious accountancy and business advisory firm that's growing for the right reasons investing in its people, embracing technology and creating an environment where careers thrive. \n What you'll be doing\n You'll manage your own portfolio of SME and owner-managed business clients, becoming a trusted adviser while working closely with senior leaders. \n Your role will include: \n\n • Managing and growing client relationships\n, • Reviewing accounts and delivering high-quality client work\n, • Mentoring and supporting junior team members\n, • Working on advisory projects alongside senior leadership\n, • Identifying opportunities to add value for clients and the wider business\n\n About you\n You'll already have UK practice experience and enjoy building strong client relationships. \n Ideally you'll be: \n\n • ACA/ACCA qualified or qualified by experience\n, • An experienced Senior Accountant, Client Manager or Assistant Manager\n, • Confident managing a client portfolio\n, • A collaborative leader who enjoys helping others develop\n\n Why make the move?\n Hybrid and flexible working \n Clear progression with a growing firm \n Tailored learning and funded professional development \n Birthday off, volunteering day and generous holidays \n Health and wellbeing support \n A genuinely supportive culture where people come first \n Sound familiar?\n If you've outgrown your current firm, your progression has stalled, or you're ready for a practice that values people as much as performance, we'd love to hear from you. \n Apply today or get in touch for a confidential chat. \n

Job Title \n Accounting Services Manager \n \n Location \n Manchester \n \n Salary \n £55,000 - £65,000 \n \n An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ACA or ACCA qualified Accounting Services Manager to join a Big 4 firm based in Manchester, with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality accounting and advisory solutions to a diverse portfolio of UK and international clients. \n \n This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounting professional looking to move into a varied client-facing role, working with businesses ranging from ambitious SMEs through to large multinational organisations. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering outsourced accounting services, statutory reporting and technical accounting support, while also managing and developing a team. \n \n What you will be doing as an Accounting Services Manager \n \n\n • Managing the preparation and review of statutory financial statements under UK GAAP and IFRS.\n, • Delivering outsourced accounting services to a broad range of clients.\n, • Preparing and reviewing management accounts and bookkeeping assignments.\n, • Supporting clients through secondment assignments, providing experienced finance professionals where additional resource is required.\n, • Managing the delivery of statutory financial reporting for international groups with UK reporting requirements.\n, • Advising clients on statutory accounting compliance and financial reporting obligations.\n, • Identifying opportunities to improve clients' financial reporting processes and statutory reporting cycles.\n, • Building and maintaining strong client relationships while ensuring work is delivered to a consistently high standard.\n, • Supervising, coaching and developing junior members of the team.\n\n \n What you will need to succeed as an Accounting Services Manager \n \n\n • ACA or ACCA qualification (or an international equivalent).\n, • Previous experience gained within an accountancy practice or professional services environment.\n, • Strong technical accounting knowledge, including UK GAAP and IFRS, with an understanding of financial reporting principles.\n, • Exposure to US GAAP would be advantageous but is not essential.\n, • Excellent analytical skills and the ability to solve technical accounting issues.\n, • Strong Excel skills, with experience using a variety of accounting software packages being beneficial.\n, • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.\n, • Previous experience managing, mentoring and developing team members.\n, • The ability to manage multiple client assignments and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.\n\n \n Why join this firm? \n \n\n • Exposure to a broad and prestigious client portfolio, including UK and international businesses.\n, • A varied role combining technical accounting, advisory work and client relationship management.\n, • Genuine opportunities for career progression within a growing and well-respected team.\n, • Ongoing technical training and professional development.\n, • Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.\n, • A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.\n\n \n What next? \n \n The client is keen to start interviewing NOW! So, if you are interested, please apply ASAP! \n \n \n \n As an employer, we are committed to ensuring the representation of people from all backgrounds regardless of their gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, ethnicity, age, neurodiversity, disability status, or any other aspect which makes them unique. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to apply and would encourage you to let us know if there are steps, we can take to ensure that your recruitment process enables you to present yourself in a way that makes you comfortable.