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Grafton Banks Finance is working with a growing commercial business with offices on the outskirts of Battle, East Sussex to recruit a Management Accountant. This is based on an inital 3 month contract with the view to go permanent. This business is a leader in their field, and an award-winning business to work for. This role will report into the Group Finance Director and will lead the production of the monthly consolidated management reporting and management accounts for both the UK and overseas businesses. \n We are looking for a qualified, or finalist or PQ level accountant with strong hands-on management accounting experience, excellent attention to detail, and first-class communication skills. This role will suit someone already working in a management accounting role and looking for the next step in their career, or someone moving out of a smaller practice with hands on management accounting experience. \n Key Duties and Responsibilities: \n\n • Prepare accurate and timely management accounts including P&L, BS and Cashflow reports.\n, • Maintain balance sheet reconciliations and ensure robust financial controls.\n, • Analyse financial performance and provide insightful commentary.\n, • Assist in budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes.\n, • Support variance analysis and cost control initiatives including reconciliation of product costs.\n, • Ensure accurate accruals and prepayments are maintained.\n, • Assist with year-end audit and liaise with external auditors.\n, • Improve the month end process and improve the management reporting information prepared by the department.\n\n Due to the inital interim nature of this job opportunity candidates available at short notice will take preference. This is a hyrbid working job opportunity.

General Dynamics Mission Systems - United Kingdom is seeking a finance professional to provide cost control, forecasting, and financial analysis for Air & Naval Projects. The role reports to the Avionics Senior Project Accountant and collaborates with the Project Finance Team to ensure policy-compliant budgeting and reporting. The ideal candidate will have a finance background, strong Excel skills, experience with Oracle, and be willing to pursue an accounting qualification. #J-18808-Ljbffr

D365 Finance Functional Consultant | Contract | Outside IR35 | £500-£600/day Location: East Sussex - hybrid, averaging approximately 3 days per week on-site Rate: £500-£600 per day IR35: Outside IR35 Contract: Initial 12 months Start: November We are supporting a well-established UK business as they embark on a major Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance implementation. As part of the programme, we are looking for an experienced D365 Finance Functional Consultant to join the client-side delivery team and provide hands‑on functional expertise throughout the implementation. Working closely with senior Finance stakeholders, internal SMEs, the Project Manager and the implementation partner, you will help ensure that business requirements are effectively translated into the D365 solution and that the organisation retains strong ownership of the programme. This is a hands‑on client-side position and would suit someone who has delivered multiple D365 Finance / D365 F&O implementations and is comfortable working autonomously within a relatively lean project team. • Act as the client-side functional SME for Dynamics 365 Finance, • Work with Finance stakeholders to understand existing processes, requirements and future-state objectives, • Translate business requirements into effective D365 Finance solutions, • Work closely with the implementation partner throughout design and delivery, • Review and constructively challenge proposed solutions where appropriate, • Ensure the delivered solution remains aligned with business and Finance requirements, • Support process design, configuration decisions and solution validation, • Support data migration, cleansing, reconciliation and validation activities, • Support functional testing, UAT and defect resolution, • Work closely with internal Finance SMEs to prepare the business for implementation, • Help develop internal D365 knowledge and reduce long‑term dependency on external partners, • Support the programme through key implementation stages including testing, cutover, go-live and hypercare We are looking for an experienced D365 Finance professional who can operate independently and provide credible functional expertise to both the business and implementation partner. You should have: • Strong experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance / D365 F&O, • Experience delivering multiple end-to-end D365 Finance implementations, • Strong knowledge across core Finance functionality, ideally including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Fixed Assets, Cash & Bank Management and financial reporting, • Experience gathering and translating Finance requirements into D365 solutions, • Good understanding of Finance processes and controls, • Experience supporting data migration and testing/UAT, • The confidence to challenge an implementation partner constructively and represent the client's interests, • Strong stakeholder management skills, including experience working directly with senior Finance stakeholders, • The ability to work autonomously as the primary D365 Finance functional specialist within a client-side team A formal accounting background or qualification would be advantageous but is not essential. The programme requires a meaningful on-site presence in East Sussex, averaging approximately 3 days per week. There will be periods of greater on-site intensity around workshops, key delivery milestones, cutover and go-live, alongside greater flexibility where appropriate during other phases. Candidates should therefore be comfortable travelling to East Sussex regularly and working closely with the business on-site #J-18808-Ljbffr

Vector Recruitment Solutions Ltd. is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to join an established infrastructure business in East Sussex. The role covers full finance operation, month-end, reporting, budgeting and forecasting, with responsibility for the finance team and working closely with senior management. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical accounting skills, leadership ability, and experience in project-based environments. #J-18808-Ljbffr

General Dynamics United Kingdom Limited in Hastings is seeking a Finance professional to join the Project Finance Team, reporting to the Avionics Senior Project Accountant. You'll handle financial analysis, cost control, forecasts and variance analysis within Air & Naval Projects. This permanent, hybrid role (3 days in office) offers a salary of 29,700–33,000 GBP with a flexible benefits package and opportunities for accounting qualification progression. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Our client is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to join their team on interim basis for the duration of 3-4 months, with immediate start. This is a key operational role responsible for the day-to-day delivery of financial processes, management reporting and financial controls across the organisation. Finance Manager to maintain core finance delivery, coordinate day-to-day workload across a small team, improve priority reporting, controls and processes through the development of Business Central database. You will work with all departments to understand their needs and to ensure the Finance team is able to support these. • Job type: 3 months temporary contract, • Hours: 30 hours a week, • Location: Hastings, • Salary: up to £50,000 p/a, pro rata, • Immediate Start, • Maintain the smooth day-to-day delivery of the finance function, • Coordinate workloads and priorities across a small finance team, • Support month-end processes, reconciliations and working papers, • Prepare variance analysis and first-draft management accounts, • Ensure finance deliverables are completed to agreed deadlines, • Improve financial reporting and develop high-value system reports, • Support the development and improvement of finance systems and reporting processes, • Strengthen financial controls, audit trails and supporting documentation, • Progress outstanding audit actions and finance related issues, • Prepare and maintain reconciliations, schedules and audit evidence, • Develop clear and concise finance procedures, SOPs and supporting documentation, • Identify risks and issues early and escalating appropriately, • Work closely with managers and operational leads to understand and support their financial requirements, • Ensure a clear and organised handover is prepared for the permanent Finance Manager, • Recent hands‑on experience within management accounting or a Finance Manager role, • Strong experience of month‑end processes and reconciliations, • Excellent working‑paper discipline and attention to financial controls, • Experience supporting audit requirements and maintaining clear audit trails, • Confidence coordinating the workload of a small finance team, • Strong Excel skills, • Experience using finance systems and improving reporting processes, • A proactive and delivery‑focused approach, • The ability to manage priorities and work to tight deadlines, • Confidence identifying and escalating financial risks when required, • Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, • Finance database or system configuration, • Charity, healthcare, hospice or other regulated environments Recruiting on the basis of Talent, we are committed to supporting and promoting diversity in the workplace and consider all applications. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Our Hastings-based client is seeking an interim Finance Manager to start ASAP for a three-month assignment. The role will oversee a team to complete month-end accounting and support financial reporting for an SME. The ideal candidate is a qualified accountant or QBE with strong management/accounting background, available for a full-time, office-based post at £300pd inside IR35. Start next week preferred. Based in Hastings, the position requires hands-on leadership and robust financial controls, #J-18808-Ljbffr

Grafton Banks Finance is working with a growing commercial business with offices on the outskirts of Battle, East Sussex to recruit a Management Accountant. This is based on an inital 3 month contract with the view to go permanent. This business is a leader in their field, and an award-winning business to work for.This role will report into the Group Finance Director and will lead the production of the monthly consolidated management reporting and management accounts for both the UK and overseas businesses. We are looking for a qualified, or finalist or PQ level accountant with strong hands-on management accounting experience, excellent attention to detail, and first-class communication skills. This role will suit someone already working in a management accounting role and looking for the next step in their career, or someone moving out of a smaller practice with hands on management accounting experience. Key Duties and Responsibilities: • Prepare accurate and timely management accounts including P&L, BS and Cashflow reports., • Maintain balance sheet reconciliations and ensure robust financial controls., • Analyse financial performance and provide insightful commentary., • Assist in budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes., • Support variance analysis and cost control initiatives including reconciliation of product costs., • Ensure accurate accruals and prepayments are maintained., • Assist with year-end audit and liaise with external auditors., • Improve the month end process and improve the management reporting information prepared by the department. Due to the inital interim nature of this job opportunity candidates available at short notice will take preference. This is a hyrbid working job opportunity. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Salary: £? - ? per year • Strong experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance / D365 F&O, • Experience delivering multiple end-to-end D365 Finance implementations, • Strong knowledge of core Finance functionality, ideally including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Fixed Assets, Cash & Bank Management, and financial reporting, • Experience gathering and translating Finance requirements into D365 solutions, • Good understanding of Finance processes and controls, • Experience supporting data migration and testing/UAT, • Confidence constructively challenging an implementation partner and representing our interests, • Strong stakeholder management skills, including experience working directly with senior Finance stakeholders, • Ability to work autonomously as the primary D365 Finance functional specialist within a client-side team, • A formal accounting background or qualification is advantageous but not essential, • Comfortable travelling regularly to East Sussex and working closely with the business on-site, • Act as our client-side functional SME for Dynamics 365 Finance, • Work with Finance stakeholders to understand existing processes, requirements, and future-state objectives, • Translate business requirements into effective D365 Finance solutions, • Work closely with the implementation partner throughout design and delivery, • Review and constructively challenge proposed solutions where appropriate, • Ensure the delivered solution remains aligned with business and Finance requirements, • Support process design, configuration decisions, and solution validation, • Support data migration, cleansing, reconciliation, and validation activities, • Support functional testing, UAT, and defect resolution, • Work with internal Finance SMEs to prepare the business for implementation, • Help develop internal D365 knowledge and reduce long-term dependency on external partners, • Support key implementation stages, including testing, cutover, go-live, and hypercare, • Support, • Project Manager, • Office 365 We are supporting a well-established UK business with a major Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance implementation. This is a hands-on, client-side contract role within a relatively lean delivery team, working with senior Finance stakeholders, internal SMEs, a Project Manager, and the implementation partner. The initial contract is 12 months, with a November start, an outside-IR35 status, and a rate of £500-£600 per day. The role is based in East Sussex and involves an average of approximately three days per week on-site, with increased on-site attendance around workshops, key delivery milestones, cutover, and go-live, and greater flexibility during other phases. last updated 40 week of 2026 #J-18808-Ljbffr

We're a digital insurance provider with ambitious plans to become The Best and Biggest in the UK market. Over the past few years, we've made significant investments in our data and tech capabilities, particularly within our CIO function. Our CIO team is at the forefront of driving innovation and ensuring our technology infrastructure supports our ambitious goals. We've nurtured our 4Cs culture, fostering collaboration, creativity, and continuous improvement. We're proud of the journey we're on as a company and know that our continued success will rely on the contribution of our talented colleagues. The CIO team plays a crucial role in this journey, working on cutting-edge projects that enhance our digital presence and improve customer engagement. What does the role involve? We’re undertaking a major transformation of our Finance systems, using Workday to streamline, simplify and strengthen how we operate. As a Workday Solution Architect, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our financial technology landscape on the Workday platform. • Leading the definition of our target architecture, best practices, patterns and standards across the Workday platform, • Working with project teams in designing and supporting the delivery of Workday solutions that align to our target architecture and support the successful implementation of all changes, • Work closely with architects in the team to ensure Workday compliments and integrates across the wider technology landscape and strategy, • Understanding of insurance subledger accounting, data lineage, foundational data modelling, inc. Worktags and chart of accounts design., • Experience in designing Workday integrations, using modern patterns and tooling., • Knowledge of Workday reporting — Report Writer, Dashboards, Discovery Boards, Worksheets and Office Connect., • Working knowledge across several of the following Workday Financials modules: PRISM / Accounting Centre General Ledger Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable Business Assets Projects Expenses Join us and you’ll find a different way of doing things. We call it the 4Cs. We focus on getting it right for our colleagues, customers, company and community. As one of our colleagues, you’ll be helping to drive our growth, so in return, we’ll give you all the support, training and development you need. Not to mention plenty of recognition and rewards, and the scope to voice your ideas and put them into practice. • Competitive salary and £5k car allowance, • Flexible working – we champion a flexible hybrid working approach – please speak to your recruiter to discuss in more detail, • Competitive bonus scheme - all colleagues are eligible for our annual 4Cs performance bonus, • Physical wellbeing – as a Band 4 colleague, Hastings pay for you to receive private medical Insurance (also known as PMI). This gives you flexibility and convenience to see a specialist or consultant and allows you to decide when and where you will be seen, • Financial wellbeing – as well as providing you with 4x your salary with our life assurance cover, income protection at no extra cost, and matched pension contributions up to 10%, we are proud to provide you with an award-winning package which includes – discounts, cashback, free independent mortgage advice and free access to financial wellbeing support, • Mental wellbeing programme – we have the thrive mental health app, our colleague assistance programme available 24/7, our own in-house mental health first aiders, support groups and a dedicated team to make sure we are covering your needs, • There's more! – 27 days annual leave + bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell one of your weeks, access to our health care cash back plans, dental plans, discounted health assessments, Cycle to work and tech schemes, discounted and free onsite facilities, social events throughout the year and much more …. Hastings Group is an equal opportunities employer which means we treat people fairly. We welcome applications from all suitably skilled persons regardless of their gender, age, race, disability, ethnic background, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or marital/family status. Please also note that we have a thorough referencing process, which includes credit and criminal record checks. At Hastings Direct, we’re committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, we encourage you to be open with us. Our recruitment team is here to provide the support you need to ensure a fair and accessible experience for all. Job posting end date: 18/10/2026. Would you like to learn more about how we value diversity and inclusion at Hastings Direct and what our rewards and benefits package looks like? Are you interested in how we engage with and support our local communities and the wonderful wellbeing programme you will have access to? Hastings Direct is a fast growing, agile, digitally focused general insurance provider of products and services to over 4 million customers in the UK, employing over 4,600 colleagues. Our vision – to be the best and biggest digital insurance provider in the market. It's our attitude and the way we run our business that makes us different. We focus on getting it right for our colleagues, customers, company and community. It's a dynamic, flexible, fun and constantly changing environment. You'll enjoy the scope to make a real difference for our customers, influence our company, benefit the communities we work in and have fun along the way. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Our client, an SME, based in Hastings, is looking to hire an interim Finance Manager to start ASAP for the next three months. Role will manage a team to deliver all month end accounting and assist with financial reporting. Looking for a qualified accountant or QBE who has a strong management or financial accounting background in SME's. £300pd inside IR35, full time office based. To start next week ideally. #J-18808-Ljbffr

A recruitment agency is looking for a Senior Finance Manager to lead a finance team in the sports industry for a 6-month contract. Candidates should possess a professional accounting qualification and strong analytical and communication skills.

Finance or Accounting experience – from an administrative level. The Finance Administrator will update KPI information and assist with departmental MI. The Finance Administrator will be responsible for the administrational aspects of Investment Company AIM VCT in line with organisational and regul

Finance and Accounting / Auditing; Industries: Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage, and Consumer Services. The Finance Manager will oversee all accounting activities for the UK and European entities, ensuring accurate, timely financial reporting under UK GAAP. Global Accounting Netwo

The Finance Lead will provide strategic, functional, and delivery leadership for the Finance workstream within a major ERP transformation programme. Provide coaching and guidance to Finance SMEs and operational teams. Lead the definition of future‑state Finance processes, controls, workflows, and

You will combine monthly management accounts, budgeting, forecasting and cost analysis with operational finance, working closely with production and senior management to turn numbers into actionable insights. You should be qualified, part-qualified or studying toward a recognized accounting qualific

A growing international services group based in the UK seeks a Finance Manager to lead their accounting function. This hands-on leadership role involves overseeing all accounting activities, ensuring compliance with UK GAAP, and managing a high-performing team.

Applicants should be qualified accountants with strong project accounting and Excel skills. Kier Group, part of Southern Water’s delivery framework, seeks a Finance Manager to lead financial management and reporting for Southern Water projects in Falmer.

This role will report to the Technical Accounting Manager and will be responsible for supporting the controllership team on all complex/technical accounting areas- from setting the policies to supporting and delivering the implementation, as well as providing ad-hoc accounting advice on operational

The Finance Manager acts as the key finance leader for a portfolio of 1–3 schools, partnering closely with School Principals and Regional Leadership Teams to drive financial performance, operational efficiency, and sustainable growth. Experience supporting operational leaders and non-finance stake

A higher education provider in the UK is seeking a Lecturer in Accounting & Finance to join their team.

If you are available immediately and interested in a senior commercial finance role within a leading sports organisation, please get in touch with Global Accounting Network to discuss further. Finance and Accounting/Auditing. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the finance team responsible for th

The role leads US entity accounting, tax provision and consolidation, directs a small finance team, and partners with auditors on complex statements. Green Street, a leading real assets analytics firm, seeks an AVP, Accounting in the United Kingdom. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in accounting wit

A leading financial services group is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to lead the accounting function across the UK and European entities. This hands-on role involves overseeing financial reporting under UK GAAP, managing the finance team, and improving financial controls.

Christie’s is seeking a Client Accounting Manager to support the Head of Client Accounting in managing client transactions from consignment through settlement. The role requires solid accounting fundamentals, excellent customer service, and the ability to work under pressure.

Aviva plc in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Audit Manager – Finance (Actuarial / Accounting) to lead financial internal audit assignments, developing strong relationships across the business and delivering the annual audit plan with support from the Head of Audit.

Client Accounting Manager, Finance. Resource planning with the Head of Client Accounting to ensure adequate staffing for all key auctions and events. Be an advocate for the Client Accounting team, best practice and compliance.

The role requires part-qualified accounting credentials and experience supporting non-finance stakeholders, budgeting, forecasting and monthly reporting across multiple sites. Global Networks seeks a Finance Manager to lead the financial performance of 1–3 schools in East Sussex.

Working in partnership with several of the UK’s leading higher education providers, we deliver vocational, undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in finance, accounting, business, construction, tourism, healthcare – and more. BA (Hons) Accounting & Finance. As a Lecturer in Accounting & Finan

GeyerIngredientsLimited is seeking a dedicated financial accountant for our UK operations.You will handle day-to-day bookkeeping, reconciliations, and payments while ensuring accurate cash flow management and tax compliance.The role requires strong English communication, experience with MS Office an

As a Lecturer in Accounting & Finance at Global Banking School, you will deliver management related modules in the above areas. Lecturer in Accounting and Finance - East London. Working in partnership with several of the UK’s leading higher education providers, we deliver vocational, undergraduate

Chase and Holland Recruitment Ltd, partnering with an international business, is seeking a Financial Accounting Manager for Market Rasen. You will lead the UK accounting function and supervise a team of four accounts assistants to deliver accurate financial reporting. The role offers ownership, lead

Vertex Associates is partnering with a leading engineering and design business to recruit a Finance Manager (Project Accounting) on a permanent basis. This hybrid role requires 3 days in the office each week, with responsibility for project accounting controls and financial analysis.

Finance (Actuarial / Accounting). Expertise in technical accounting or actuarial processes, risk and controls.

Finance or Accounting experience – from an administrative level. The Finance Administrator will assist with the processing and allocation of payments to suppliers and maintain creditors ledgers. The Finance Administrator will process VCT applications in relation to Offers open and carry out all re

You will contribute to year-end tasks, assist with audits, maintain the finance system, and prepare management information to support decision making across the service. Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service is seeking an Accounting Technician to support financial reporting, reconciliations, and ca

A higher education provider in the United Kingdom seeks an Accounting & Finance Lecturer.

Finance Manager role overseeing project accounting, managing a team, and ensuring financial compliance for a growing European manufacturer. Requires qualified accountant with project accounting experience.

Robert Half Finance and Accounting are currently looking to recruit a Finance Operations Supervisor to join a well-recognised Professional Services company based in Cheltenham.

Requires a qualified accountant with project accounting experience.

Oversees financial management of projects, manages a team, and ensures integration between programs and accounting functions.

The Elizabeth School of London is seeking a Lecturer in Accounting and Finance to provide high-quality teaching, tutor students, and contribute to course development within a Higher Education setting.

Robert Half Finance & Accounting are supporting a business who are looking for an experienced Bookkeeper to join their team on a fixed term contract basis for 9 months.

Previous experience in a management accounting role is essential. We are looking for an experienced and commercially aware Management Accountant to join the Finance team of a highly respected British luxury manufacturing business based in Wroxham, Norfolk. This is an excellent opportunity for an ana

The role is an integral part of the Project Finance Team, ensuring financial control is held within the programme and complying with all relevant GDUK and Corporate policies.

Finance and Accounting/Auditing. Senior Recruitment Consultant at Marks Sattin recruiting for Private Sector professionals in the Finance industry. The main task of this role will be leading in the standardisation of process within the Finance function and embedding good practice with the existing t