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FINANCIAL CONTROLLER | MANCHESTER | CIRCA £50,000 Our client (a Manchester Housing Association) is seeking an experienced, qualified accountant to take ownership of its finance function and play a key role in the organisation’s financial management and long-term sustainability. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on finance professional who enjoys combining day-to-day financial control with strategic planning, financial analysis and direct involvement with senior leadership and the Board. The role Reporting to the Chief Executive, you will be responsible for the organisation’s financial operations, ensuring robust controls, accurate reporting and effective financial management. Key responsibilities include: Preparing quarterly management accounts and financial reports for the Board. Leading annual budgets, reforecasts and long-term financial projections, including the organisation’s 30-year business plan. Managing cashflow, borrowing, investments and treasury compliance. Coordinating the annual external audit and ensuring statutory and accounting compliance. Overseeing day-to-day bookkeeping, banking, credit control and rent arrears. Leading annual rent reviews in conjunction with the housing management team. Providing financial analysis, advice and support to the Chief Executive, leadership team and Board. Maintaining effective financial controls and making the best use of Xero and other business systems. * About you You will be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent), with at least five years’ experience in a senior financial management role. You will have strong technical and analytical skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders. You will be comfortable taking ownership of a broad finance remit, working independently and balancing hands-on financial operations with longer-term planning. Experience in housing or the charity sector, together with proficiency in Xero, would be advantageous. The opportunity This is currently a standalone finance role, offering considerable responsibility, autonomy and direct exposure to strategic decision-making. You will have the opportunity to make a tangible contribution to the organisation’s financial strength and future development. Location: Manchester (your location should preferably be in Greater Manchester or Lancashire) Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday Salary: Circa £50,000 Occasional attendance at meetings or events outside normal working hours and elsewhere in the region (Liverpool) may be required. Interested? Please submit your CV for consideration, preferably including a concise cover e-mail

Accounting & Finance Placement Programme - No Experience Required Our training will help you kick-start a new career in Accounting & Finance. We are recruiting for companies who are looking to employ our Accounting Traineeship graduates to support their continued growth. The best part is, you will not need any previous experience as full training will be provided. You will also have the reassurance of a job guarantee upon completion of the training programme. Whether you are working full time, part time or currently unemployed, this package has the flexibility to be completed at a pace that suits you. The traineeship is broken down into 3 simple steps and can be completed in as little as 3-6 months. Step 1 – Online Training The first step is completing the AAT level 2 & 3 courses. You will study core bookkeeping and accounting principles through multimedia-rich video tutorials, presentations and quizzes via an online portal that can be accessed from home. The course includes training towards recognised AAT qualifications, helping you build the knowledge employers are actively looking for within the accounting industry. Step 2 – Practical Training Now that you have learned the theory, it’s time to put your new skills into practice. You will complete practical bookkeeping and accounting exercises designed around real-world business scenarios. Step 3 – Official Exams At the final stage, we will prepare you to sit your official AAT exams. Exams can be taken online or at one of the approved exam centres across the UK. Guaranteed Job Placement Once you have completed the Accounting Traineeship, our recruitment support team will help place you into an entry-level accounting role within your local area. You could work in positions such as: Accounts Assistant Finance Administrator Bookkeeper Payroll Assistant * Purchase Ledger Clerk Through our employer network across the UK, we guarantee you will be offered a role upon completion of the programme or we will refund 100% of your course fees. At a one-off cost of £1,499, or 13 interest-free monthly instalments of £130, this represents a fantastic opportunity to start a rewarding new career in Accounting & Finance with real long-term progression opportunities. Read through the information? Passionate about starting a new career? Apply now and one of our friendly advisors will be in touch. Please note that this is a training course and fees apply

We are recruiting on behalf of a professional accountancy firm based in Manchester City Centre that is looking to appoint a motivated Trainee Accountant to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to start or develop their career in accounting while gaining real experience within an accountancy practice. The successful candidate will work closely with experienced accountants and support the team with bookkeeping, VAT returns, payroll, accounts preparation, tax administration, and client support. The role would suit someone who is reliable, organised, confident with numbers, and keen to build a long-term career within finance and accounting. The Role As a Trainee Accountant, you will assist with a variety of accounting tasks for different clients. You will help maintain financial records, process invoices and payments, complete bank reconciliations, organise client documents, and support the preparation of VAT returns and year-end accounts. You will also gain exposure to accounting software and learn how to manage client work accurately and professionally. Over time, as your skills and confidence develop, you will be given more responsibility and the opportunity to support more complex accounting tasks. This is a hands-on role where you will gain practical experience and learn how an accountancy practice operates on a day-to-day basis. Key Responsibilities Assisting with bookkeeping for a range of clients Processing sales invoices, purchase invoices, receipts, and payments Completing bank reconciliations Supporting with VAT return preparation Assisting with payroll administration Helping prepare year-end accounts files Organising and updating client records Using software such as Xero, Sage, QuickBooks, and Microsoft Excel Communicating with clients by email and phone when required Supporting senior accountants with deadlines and client queries Maintaining accurate records and documentation Learning accounting processes, tax rules, and practice procedures About You The firm is looking for someone who has a genuine interest in accounting and is willing to learn. Previous experience is helpful, but it is not essential. What matters most is your attitude, attention to detail, reliability, and desire to develop within the profession. This role would be suitable for a graduate, college leaver, AAT student, or someone who has completed accounting training and is now looking to gain practical experience in a professional environment. Requirements Strong interest in accounting and finance Good attention to detail Confident working with numbers Basic Microsoft Excel skills Good communication skills Organised and able to manage tasks properly Professional attitude Willingness to learn and take instruction Previous accounting experience, AAT study, or accounting training would be beneficial but not essential What’s on Offer Full training and support from experienced accountants Real accountancy practice experience Exposure to bookkeeping, VAT, payroll, tax, and accounts Manchester City Centre office location Opportunity to work with a range of clients Supportive and professional team environment Career development and progression opportunities How to Apply Please apply with your CV or message us directly for more information about the role

Full job description Take ownership of recurring finance administration and bookkeeping across the commercial finance brokerage delivering complete, accurate and reconciled information to the Finance Director. The role creates capacity for financial review, management information, budgets and forecasting. Bookkeeping and cost register Manage the accounts inbox, respond to routine queries and follow outstanding items through to completion. Process invoices through Dext and Xero, allocating them to the correct company, account and tax code. Keep bookkeeping current across the group and complete bank and card reconciliations to the agreed timetable. Obtain invoices and receipts that require manual collection, including weekly follow-up for missing documents. Maintain the cost register across all group companies, including recurring costs, commitments, renewals and changes, with correct company and department allocations. Use approved AI tools and established workflows, check their outputs and follow company requirements for handling sensitive information. Sales & Invoicing Raise and send sales invoices to lenders promptly, maintain expected payment dates and coordinate payment chasing with staff. Match receipts and remittances to invoices and records; investigate differences and follow up missing information. Handle routine lender queries about invoices, payments and remittances, referring matters requiring a decision to the Finance Director. Expenses and purchasing Process staff expense claims, check supporting documents and approvals, chase missing invoices and receipts, and resolve routine queries. Manage routine purchasing across the group within agreed budgets and approval limits: obtain quotes where needed, place authorised orders, follow up invoices and receipts, and support card administration. Accounting, payroll and reporting Journals and month-end support Prepare and post routine manual journals, including revenue-share entries, using agreed calculations and approval processes. Prepare month-end adjustments, including accruals and prepayments, and supporting schedules for review. Reconcile balance sheet and control accounts; investigate differences and clearly flag unresolved items. Record intercompany transactions and reconcile balances across group companies. Maintain the fixed asset register and regular depreciation schedules, and prepare VAT returns for review. Variance analysis and reporting Canopy and commission reconciliations Reconcile Canopy CRM records against Xero, including remittances, commission income, introducer commissions and clawbacks. Correct routine finance data errors within agreed permissions, retain an audit trail and escalate system faults or unresolved differences promptly. Prepare monthly budget-versus-actual reports by company and department, showing pound and percentage variances against approved budgets. Investigate significant differences: check coding, missing costs, accruals and timing, and obtain explanations from relevant staff. Provide initial commentary and flag unresolved issues using agreed investigation and escalation thresholds. Prepare routine reports and supporting schedules to agreed daily, weekly and month-end deadlines, keeping an organised audit trail. Essential experience and skills Practical bookkeeping experience and confidence using Xero, bank reconciliations and routine journals. Experience preparing payroll and supporting pension administration, with a careful approach to checks and deadlines. Confidence using spreadsheets to reconcile data, prepare budget-versus-actual reports and investigate differences. Strong organisation and attention to detail, with the ability to manage recurring tasks and follow queries through to resolution. * Clear, professional communication with colleagues and external contacts, and discretion with financial and payroll information

Finance Officer (3 Days Per Week) £30,000 actual salary - £50,000 FTE Ancoats, Manchester 2 days office based, 1 day WFH 30 days holiday Our client, a charity based in Manchester City Centre, is seeking a motivated Finance Officer to support their financial operations. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional looking to contribute to meaningful work while enjoying a flexible schedule. Please note this is a stand alone role. Purpose of the Role: The Finance Officer will play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day management of the organisation's finances. With a focus on accurate financial records and reporting, this position will support the Chief Operating Officer and work closely with the external finance provider. Key Responsibilities: Financial Administration: - Process invoices, expenses, and payments with precision and timeliness. - Maintain up-to-date and accurate financial records. - Support payroll administration in collaboration with the external finance provider. Budget Monitoring and Reporting: - Assist in the monthly reconciliation of income and expenditure against the budget. - Help maintain the quarterly and annual financial milestone tracker linked to programme KPIs. - Prepare data for monthly management accounts and Board financial reporting. - Support the preparation of financial reports for funders, including National Lottery and Local Authority partners. Grant and Compliance Administration: - Track Local Authority income against the agreed funding schedule across all partner areas. - Identify and flag variances, delays, or discrepancies for further action. - Ensure financial processes comply with the organisation's Financial Regulations. Liaison and Support: - Serve as the first point of contact for day-to-day queries with the external finance provider. - Assist in the annual audit process by providing necessary information and records. - Maintain financial records in line with Data Protection and Cyber Security policies. Person Specification: Essential: Experience in leading the finance administration or bookkeeping for an organisation, preferably in a charity or grant-funded setting. Proficient in Excel and financial software. High level of accuracy and attention to detail. Ability to handle confidential financial information with integrity. Strong communication skills for liaising with external finance providers and internal colleagues. Desirable: AAT qualification or equivalent Familiarity with managing multiple restricted funding streams. Knowledge of Charity or third sector accounting practises. Perks and Benefits: A competitive salary of £30,000 annually Flexible working arrangement with a hybrid model. Generous holiday entitlement of 30 days per year, ensuring a healthy work-life balance. This role offers a unique opportunity to be part of an organisation that is committed to making a difference in communities across England. If you are passionate about finance and eager to support impactful initiatives, this may be the perfect role for you! To express interest in this exciting opportunity, please contact us on (url removed) or (phone number removed) Office Angels is an employment agency. We are an equal opportunities employer who put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website

Role Type: Contractor Location: Remote, Worldwide Schedule: Flexible micro1 is engaging Financial Systems & Accounting Experts to support a customer project focused on accounting operations, financial reporting, and ERP systems. You'll apply your accounting judgment and financial systems expertise to evaluate and improve AI-generated outputs and training data. Prior experience in AI training or human-data work is required. Simply using AI features within accounting software does not qualify. • Evaluate AI-generated accounting outputs for accuracy, calculations, journal entries, and accounting treatments., • Review and annotate financial statements, reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end close workpapers., • Identify accounting errors, misstatements, and inconsistencies and provide appropriate corrections with clear rationale., • Assess accounting workflows and financial systems logic across platforms such as NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks, Xero, and Dynamics 365., • Apply written rubrics to evaluate, rank, and grade AI-generated responses., • Create realistic accounting scenarios, examples, and reference answers for AI training., • Provide clear, actionable feedback to improve model performance and accounting accuracy., • Support financial processes from transaction recording through month-end close and financial reporting., • Accounting, • Financial Reporting, • Financial Systems, • NetSuite, • GSAP, • QuickBooks, • Microsoft Excel, • Account Reconciliations, • Journal Entries & Month-End Close, • AI Training / Human Data Evaluation, • 3+ years of hands-on experience in financial accounting, corporate accounting, audit, bookkeeping, financial reporting, management accounting, cost accounting, or FP&A with substantial accounting responsibilities., • Proven experience preparing or reviewing journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statements., • Hands-on experience with NetSuite, SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks, Xero, Sage Intacct, Dynamics 365, Workday, or comparable financial systems., • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel., • Familiarity with tools such as BlackLine, Bill.com, Ramp, Brex, Stripe, Avalara, Anaplan, Tableau, or Power BI is a plus., • Prior paid experience in AI training, data annotation, labeling, RLHF, AI response evaluation, model evaluation, or rubric-based grading is required., • Strong written and verbal English communication skills (B2 level or above)., • Ability to work independently and meet project quality standards and deadlines., • Reliable internet connection and immediate availability. #J-18808-Ljbffr

We're working with an established accountancy firm who are looking to add an experienced Contractor Accountant to their team. This is a great opportunity for someone who already has experience looking after a portfolio of contractor clients and wants to continue developing within a specialist accounting environment. The role will involve: Managing a portfolio of 50+ Limited Company contractor clients Preparing year-end accounts and corporation tax returns Supporting clients with their day-to-day accounting and tax queries Managing VAT returns and general bookkeeping requirements Building strong relationships with clients and acting as a key point of contact Ensuring accounts and tax work is completed accurately and on time We're looking for someone with: At least 12 months' experience in a contractor accounting role Experience managing a portfolio of 50+ Limited Company clients AAT Level 4 qualified is preferred Candidates with AAT Level 3 will also be considered where they have stronger contractor accounting experience Good knowledge of Limited Company accounts and tax Strong communication skills and a client-focused approach Salary: £26,000 - £28,000 TPBN1_UKTJ

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