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Your new company \n We're working with a leading national audit, tax, advisory, and consulting firm with a global reach and local expertise. As an independent member of one of the top 10 accounting networks in the world, our client has access to over 40,000 professionals across 140+ countries and 800+ offices. Committed to delivering high-quality, forward-thinking services that create lasting value, i... \n \n \n \n \n ZIPC1_UKTJ

Environmental & Sustainability Manager (Power Generation) £50,000 - £60,000 + Company Benefits + Training + Progression + Private Healthcare + Life Insurance + Company Benefits Manchester - Hybrid Are you an Environmental or Sustainability professional looking to take ownership of environmental management, carbon reduction and sustainability programmes for a leading international Power Generation company, with clear opportunities for progression and a wide range of company benefits? A leading international power generation specialist delivering low-carbon energy and battery storage solutions. Established in the 1980s, the business designs, builds and maintains systems including gas engines, CHP, biogas, landfill gas and large-scale batteries. They work with public sector bodies, industrial clients and energy developers to deliver turnkey projects supporting energy efficiency and net zero goals. With over 200 employees and a strong international presence, the organisation is known for its technical expertise, sustainable solutions and commitment to delivering reliable power generation systems. In this role, you will lead the company's environmental management and sustainability programmes, driving carbon reduction strategies, supporting Net Zero commitments and overseeing environmental reporting and continual improvement of the Environmental Management System. You will work across the business to ensure compliance with environmental legislation, ISO standards, customer requirements and emerging sustainability obligations. This role would suit an Environmental Manager, Sustainability Manager or similar looking to take ownership of environmental and sustainability initiatives within a growing organisation that offers training, development and long-term progression. The Role: Lead environmental and sustainability programmes, driving carbon reduction, Net Zero and climate initiatives Manage ISO 14001, environmental compliance, audits and continual improvement Oversee carbon accounting, Scope 3 emissions, sustainability reporting and environmental data Support major public sector and infrastructure tenders, including Carbon Reduction Plans and PPN 06/21 Monitor environmental legislation and emerging sustainability requirements, ensuring the business remains compliant and ahead of changeThe Person: Degree in Environmental Science or similar, with MIEMA/FIEMA or CIWEM membership Knowledge of ISO 14064, PPN 06/21, ESRS and environmental legislation Commutable to Manchester and happy to travelReference: BBBH27138 Environmental, Sustainability, Manager, Sustainability, Officer, ISO 14001, ISO 14064, Carbon, Scope 3, Net Zero, Compliance, Auditing, System, Reporting, Power Generation, Energy, Engineering, Manchester, Bolton, Stockport, North West, UK Travel If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set. Ernest Gordon 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 our website

Your new company \n A market leading manufacturing business is seeking a Finance Manager to join its growing finance team. Part of a larger international group, the business has continued to expand through a combination of organic growth and strategic acquisitions, giving it a strong market position and exciting future prospects \n Your new role \n In your new role you will play a key role in supporting the financial performance of a fast paced manufacturing operation that forms part of a larger group. Working closely with both finance and operational leaders, you will be responsible for producing accurate monthly management accounts, leading budgeting and forecasting processes, analysing costs and margins, and providing meaningful financial insight to support decision making. The role will involve business partnering with stakeholders across the site, overseeing inventory and stock accounting, monitoring KPIs, and identifying opportunities to improve processes and controls. You will also support the development of the finance team while ensuring compliance with group reporting requirements and financial governance standards. \n What you'll need to succeed \n To be successful in this role, you'll be ACA/ACCA/CIMA Qualified with previous experience in a manufacturing or retail SME environment. You will have a strong grounding in management accounting, budgeting and forecasting, coupled with the ability to translate financial information into meaningful commercial insight for operational stakeholders. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail and experience of cost accounting, stock management and financial controls will be highly advantageous. Just as importantly, you'll be a proactive and personable communicator who enjoys working closely with colleagues across the business and identifying opportunities to drive performance and continuous improvement. \n What you'll get in return \n In return, you'll receive a competitive salary of up to £60,000, alongside a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to join a successful and growing business with strong long term prospects. This is a highly visible role that offers exposure to senior stakeholders and the chance to make a real impact within the finance function. The position is five days per week on site, providing close collaboration with operational and leadership teams and allowing you to become an integral part of the business's continued growth and success. \n What you need to do now \n If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. \n If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. \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

Financial Controller - Manchester \n Location: Manchester \n We are partnering with a successful international business to appoint a Financial Controller to join its Manchester-based finance team. \n Reporting to the CFO, you will take ownership of group financial reporting, statutory accounts, consolidation, audit and tax compliance across a number of UK and international entities. You will also lead and develop the financial accounts team and support the wider business with budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis. \n Key responsibilities: \n\n • \n Prepare UK statutory and consolidated group accounts. \n • \n Manage UK and international audit processes and statutory deadlines. \n • \n Oversee corporation tax, VAT and other tax compliance. \n • \n Manage group consolidation, intercompany balances and FX accounting. \n • \n Support budgeting and forecasting with the CFO. \n • \n Develop and improve finance processes, systems and controls. \n • \n Lead, mentor and develop the financial accounts team. \n • \n Provide financial analysis and support ad hoc projects. \n\n About you: \n\n • \n ACA or ACCA qualified. \n • \n Strong statutory accounts and financial control experience. \n • \n Experience with group consolidation and intercompany accounting. \n • \n Good understanding of taxation and regulatory requirements. \n • \n Experience working with UK and international auditors/advisers. \n • \n Strong Excel skills, including PivotTables. \n • \n Commercial, detail-oriented and confident communicating with senior stakeholders. \n • \n A proactive approach to improving processes and ways of working. \n\n This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant looking for a broad Financial Controller role with significant exposure to international finance, senior leadership and process improvement. \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:

Salary: £50,000 / £250.00 daily Umbrella Location: Hybrid Working Contract: Fixed-Term Contract (14 Months) Overview of the Role An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Finance Business Partner to join a public sector organisation on a 14-month fixed-term basis. Working closely with directors and budget holders, you will provide financial insight, challenge and support to improve decision-making, financial management and organisational performance. Key Responsibilities Act as the main finance contact for designated business areas. Build strong relationships with directors and senior stakeholders. Lead monthly forecasting, budgeting and management accounting activities. Produce accurate management accounts and financial reports. Provide financial analysis, insight and challenge to support decision making. Support board, audit and governance reporting requirements. Develop and improve management information, reporting tools and dashboards. Support year-end processes, audits and statutory reporting. Ensure compliance with financial controls and governance requirements. Identify and implement process improvements across the finance function. Skills and Experience CCAB or CIMA qualified, or part-qualified

Join a fast growing global leader in a dynamic, tech-driven company and take a lead role in shaping VAT strategy across an international footprint spanning over 80 legal entities in the UK, Europe, Asia and the US. This is a great opportunity to join a high-performing in-house Indirect Tax Advisory function at a time when VAT reporting requirements are becoming increasingly complex, including real-time reporting and VIDA. \n You'll work at the heart of the business, partnering with operational and finance teams to provide practical, timely VAT advice, strengthening controls and processes, and acting as the go-to expert for VAT queries across the organisation. If you're looking for a role with real advisory scope, genuine influence over process and systems, and the chance to build a robust VAT framework from the ground up. \n \n Key responsibilities \n\n • Provide practical, timely VAT advice to stakeholders across operational and finance teams\n, • Support business initiatives, projects and transactions to ensure correct VAT treatment\n, • Deliver VAT training to non-tax teams, including Accounts Payable, Sales and Finance Operations\n, • Liaise with HMRC on enquiries, information requests and audit queries\n\n \n Requirements \n\n • Relevant accounting or tax qualification – e.g. ACA/ATT/ACCA or HMRC VAT-trained equivalent\n, • 4–6 years' hands-on UK VAT experience, gained in practice or industry\n, • Able to explain VAT issues clearly to non-specialists and influence stakeholders\n, • Experience supporting finance system changes or process improvement projects\n\n \n What’s in it for you? \n\n • A fast-growing, agile and innovative organisation\n, • Competitive salary, bonus potential and a strong core benefits package\n, • A friendly culture that mirrors customer proposition\n, • Real scope to drive continuous improvement from day one\n\n

Elevation Recruitment Group are delighted to be recruiting a Finance Business Partner for a Not-for-Profit Business that are offering this remote-based commercial opportunity with occasional travel to Manchester to facilitate collaboration with various key stakeholders. \n The Finance Business Partner will work closely with Operational and Commercial Directors, providing insight, challenge and financial assurance to support better business decisions and long-term financial sustainability. This is a fantastic opportunity for a finance professional who enjoys business partnering, influencing senior stakeholders and using financial information to solve commercial and operational challenges, rather than simply reporting the numbers. \n Benefits include: - \n\n • Salary of up to £56,000\n, • 25 days holiday + stats \n, • Remote working\n, • Company Pension \n\n Duties will be varied and will include: - \n\n • Finance business partner with both Operational and Commercial Directors.\n, • Provide regular strategic financial reviews, identifying emerging risks, pressures and opportunities.\n, • Analyse financial performance and develop practical options to improve performance and sustainability.\n, • Support significant commissioner discussions, providing financial insight on spend, performance, funding and contract variations.\n, • Provide finance input into bids, tenders and re-tenders, including pricing, assumptions and financial sustainability.\n, • Support the resolution of invoicing issues and overdue income alongside Accounts Receivable teams.\n, • Identify and escalate financial, funding and performance risks at an early stage.\n, • Deliver targeted finance training, coaching and guidance to non-finance colleagues.\n, • Work closely with FP&A, Financial Control and Financial Shared Services to ensure strategic advice is underpinned by robust financial analysis.\n, • Help operational colleagues understand financial information and the key levers available to improve performance.\n\n They are looking for a commercially-minded finance professional who can combine strong financial analysis with excellent communication and influencing skills. \n\n • Part-qualified ACA, ACCA or CIMA, or actively studying and nearing completion.\n, • Experienced in a finance business partnering or management accounting position.\n, • Confident supporting budget holders and reviewing financial performance.\n, • Experienced in identifying financial risks and knowing when issues need to be escalated.\n, • Comfortable working collaboratively across finance and operational teams.\n, • Able to understand business models and identify the financial levers that can improve performance.\n, • Highly analytical, with strong financial and Excel skills.\n, • Confident explaining financial information to non-finance colleagues.\n, • An excellent communicator with strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.\n, • Comfortable challenging senior stakeholders and providing an objective financial perspective.\n, • Organised and able to prioritise effectively, focusing on the issues that will have the greatest impact.\n\n If you are interested in this exciting and value-adding role, please send in your CV today!

Your new companyA well-established owner-managed business with annual turnover of circa £50m is seeking an experienced Interim Head of Finance to support the organisation through a key period of transition. Operating within the manufacturing and FMCG sector, the business has manufacturing operations internationally and supplies to a major UK retailer, providing a fast-paced and commercially focused environment. This is a highly visible role within a growing business that is focused on continuous improvement and transformation.Your new roleReporting to the Finance Director, you will lead the finance function during a critical handover period following the departure of the current post holder. Managing a sizeable team, you will take ownership of all core finance activities while providing leadership and stability across the function.Key responsibilities will include overseeing month-end reporting, statutory accounts preparation, audit management, budgeting and forecasting, treasury and cash flow management, working capital optimisation, foreign exchange exposure, financial controls and compliance. You will also support the business through ongoing finance transformation and process improvement initiatives, helping to drive efficiencies and strengthen reporting capabilities. \n This is an interim assignment offering a daily rate of £400-£475 per day for an initial period of up to five months, with an expectation of three days per week on-site in East Manchester/Tameside. The role will require a strong hands-on approach whilst maintaining a strategic overview of the wider finance function. \n What you'll need to succeed \n\n • Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA).\n, • Previous experience operating as a Financial Controller, Head of Finance or similar senior finance leadership role.\n, • Manufacturing, consumer products or FMCG sector experience.\n, • Strong technical accounting knowledge, including statutory reporting and audit management.\n, • Proven experience leading, developing and managing finance teams.\n, • Experience of finance transformation, process improvement and systems development.\n, • Exposure to foreign currency management would be advantageous.\n, • Ability to operate effectively within an owner-managed business environment.\n\n What you'll get in return \n\n • A key leadership role within a successful owner-managed business.\n, • An initial interim assignment of up to 5 months.\n, • Competitive day rate of £400-£475 per day.\n, • Hybrid working with 3 days per week on-site in East Manchester/Tameside.\n, • The opportunity to support a business through a significant period of transformation and change.\n, • A chance to make a tangible impact from day one.\n\n What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, please click "apply" and we will revert to the most relevant applications as soon as possible. \n Consultant Details: Benjamin StantonEmail your CV: \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

Associate Finance Business Partner \n 12month FTC Up to £60,000 \n An exciting opportunity has arisen for finance business partner to join a fast-paced, commercially focused organisation within its growing global ecommerce and marketplace division. \n Reporting into the Head of Finance, you will act as a key finance partner to stakeholders across Ecommerce, Technology, Marketing, Product and Growth, providing financial insight, challenge and recommendations to support business performance. Key Responsibilities\n\n • Partner with senior stakeholders across multiple commercial functions.\n, • Deliver accurate and insightful management reporting and analysis.\n, • Support month-end, year-end, budgeting and reforecasting.\n, • Lead financial planning and challenge assumptions, risks and opportunities.\n, • Manage and analyse operating costs and CAPEX.\n, • Produce financial models and ad-hoc commercial analysis.\n, • Support business cases, investment appraisals and contract decisions.\n, • Drive strong cost control and financial governance.\n, • Translate complex financial data into clear, actionable commercial insight.\n, • Identify opportunities to automate and improve reporting and finance processes.\nThe Ideal Candidate\n\n, • ACA, ACCA or CIMA \n, • Minimum three years' accounting experience.\n, • Strong management accounting, financial reporting and analytical background.\n, • Commercial finance/business partnering exposure highly desirable.\n, • Excellent Excel skills.\n, • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.\n, • Financial modelling experience advantageous.\n, • SAP and/or Power BI exposure would be beneficial.\n, • Commercially minded, proactive and comfortable challenging stakeholders.\n\n This would particularly suit someone with a strong management accounting foundation who wants to build their career within commercial finance and business partnering, gaining exposure to senior stakeholders in a growing, internationally focused business. \n Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

Senior Accountant \n £38,000 - £45,000 depending on experience | Manchester | Full-time \n Are you an ambitious practice accountant looking for a role that offers genuine variety, strong client exposure and the opportunity to develop within a growing, technology-driven firm? \n We're working with an ambitious and expanding accountancy practice that is investing heavily in technology, cloud systems and smarter ways of working. This is an excellent opportunity to join a business that is moving away from the traditional compliance-led model and embracing modern technology to create a more efficient and commercially focused service for its clients. \n Based in Manchester, the role would suit an experienced practice professional who enjoys working closely with clients and wants to develop their technical, commercial and advisory skills within a progressive environment. \n The Opportunity \n As a Senior Accountant, you'll work across a varied portfolio of SME and owner-managed business clients, taking responsibility for a broad range of accounts, tax and client service work. \n You'll have genuine ownership of your workload and regular interaction with business owners, giving you the opportunity to build strong relationships and develop into a trusted adviser. \n The firm is particularly focused on using cloud technology and modern systems to improve the client experience and streamline the way the team works. This makes the role ideal for someone who enjoys embracing new technology and finding more efficient ways of delivering high-quality work. \n What you'll be doing \n\n • Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts for a varied portfolio of clients\n, • Preparing management accounts and providing financial insight\n, • Supporting with corporation tax and personal tax compliance\n, • Managing client queries and acting as a key point of contact\n, • Building strong relationships with SME and owner-managed business clients\n, • Working with cloud accounting systems and digital tools\n, • Supporting clients with Xero and other technology-led accounting solutions\n, • Identifying opportunities to improve processes and automate routine work\n, • Supporting senior colleagues with advisory and project work\n, • Reviewing and supporting the work of junior team members where required\n, • Helping to ensure work is delivered accurately and within agreed deadlines\n, • Developing your commercial understanding of clients and their businesses\n\n What we're looking for \n You'll have strong experience within UK accountancy practice and be comfortable preparing accounts and dealing directly with clients. \n You may be ACA or ACCA qualified, part-qualified or qualified by experience, provided you have the technical capability and ambition to take ownership of a senior-level role. \n We're particularly interested in someone who brings: \n\n • Strong experience preparing statutory accounts within UK practice\n, • Knowledge of management accounts and tax compliance\n, • Confidence dealing directly with clients\n, • Experience working with cloud accounting software, ideally Xero\n, • A genuine interest in technology and improving the way work is delivered\n, • Strong communication and organisational skills\n, • Excellent attention to detail\n, • A proactive and commercially minded approach\n, • The ambition to develop towards increasingly advisory-focused responsibilities\n\n Why consider it? \n This is an exciting time to join a growing accountancy firm with ambitious plans and a genuinely modern approach to practice. \n Technology is central to the business, with continued investment in cloud accounting platforms, automation and systems designed to make the team's work more efficient and create a better experience for clients. \n You'll join a collaborative environment where ideas are encouraged and there is genuine opportunity to grow alongside the business. \n The package includes: \n\n • £40,000 - £50,000 salary, depending on experience\n, • A varied portfolio of interesting clients\n, • Exposure to modern cloud accounting technology\n, • Genuine client-facing responsibility\n, • Opportunities to develop advisory and commercial skills\n, • Ongoing professional development\n, • Clear career progression within a growing firm\n, • A progressive and collaborative working environment\n\n If you're looking for a Senior Accountant role in Manchester where you can combine strong practice experience with modern technology, client exposure and genuine career progression, we'd be keen to speak with you. \n Apply now or get in touch for a confidential conversation.

My client, a leading organisation in the real estate sector, is seeking a Management Accountant to join their stunning, brand new offices in Stockport. \n This role offers you the opportunity to work within a supportive, collaborative environment where your expertise will be valued and nurtured. \n You will play a pivotal part in the Corporate Accounting team, contributing to the financial operations and management accounts of one of the UK's largest and most successful property businesses. \n The company is committed to ongoing professional development, health and wellbeing, and sustainability, ensuring that you are empowered to grow both personally and professionally. \n What you'll do: \n\n • Prepare monthly management accounts for holding companies and subsidiary property entities, ensuring accuracy and timeliness across all reporting cycles.\n, • Produce detailed monthly reporting packs for senior management, including property-level variance analysis by collaborating closely with FP&A teams.\n, • Act as a finance business partner to budget holders by providing insight, support, and constructive challenge where required to drive informed decision-making.\n, • Support all aspects of the month-end close process by meeting deadlines and delivering precise outputs that underpin organisational success.\n, • Prepare monthly IFRS balance sheet reconciliations for all entities while maintaining high standards of compliance and transparency.\n, • Prepare and post journals such as accruals and prepayments, ensuring all entries are supported by appropriate documentation.\n, • Review GRNI accruals regularly and follow up on any necessary adjustments to maintain accurate financial records.\n, • Assist the Finance Manager with quarterly consolidation reports by gathering data and maintaining robust reporting structures.\n, • Support lease accounting processes through detailed income analysis and ensure accurate recognition of transactions related to property disposals and acquisitions.\n, • Work closely with property teams-including service charge and billing teams-to ensure transactions are correctly reflected in the accounts.\n\n What you bring: \n\n • Qualified CIMA/ACCA/ACA accountant with proven experience in financial operations within complex organisations.\n, • Experience working in the Property Industry is highly advantageous\n, • Proficiency in Excel including vlookups and pivot tables enables you to handle large datasets effectively.\n, • Excellent data entry skills combined with strong organisational abilities allow you to maintain meticulous records even under pressure.\n, • Strong attention to detail ensures that all financial outputs are accurate and compliant with relevant standards.\n, • An enthusiastic approach towards tasks coupled with a positive attitude fosters a pleasant working environment for colleagues.\n, • A desire to develop within a property organisation demonstrates your commitment to long-term growth within the sector.\n, • Ability to collaborate effectively across teams supports communal goals and enhances overall performance.\n, • Responsive communication skills enable you to liaise confidently with stakeholders at all levels.\n, • Dependability in managing sensitive information builds trust among peers and managers alike.\n\n To apply for this fantastic opportunity, please get in touch today! \n Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

Senior Group Reporting Manager (Consolidations) | 12 month FTC | £80,000-£95,000 + 10% bonus | Manchester based - 2 days in office (London considered for the right candidate) | Listed business \n A Senior Group Reporting Manager (Consolidations) is required to work for a listed Media business on a 12 month FTC (Manchester based, with London considered for the right candidate). This is an opportunity to work for an international group that is undergoing a corporate restructure; they are looking for someone to strengthen the consolidation and reporting team during a period of significant project activity. \n The role reports into the Global Head of Group Financial Reporting and takes ownership for group consolidation, working closely with a small, developing team. The role will involve extensive project work including support on discontinued operations, disposal accounting, and technical papers arising from the group's ongoing restructure. \n Responsibilities include: \n\n • Ownership of group consolidation across 300+ entities on a multicurrency basis\n, • Managing and reviewing the month-end and year-end consolidation process, ensuring accuracy across complex group structures\n, • Supporting the wider reporting team through technical accounting queries and complex consolidation issues\n, • Coaching and developing less experienced members of the team, including hands-on support through a demanding 12-month period\n, • Working closely with the Group Financial Reporting and Technical Accounting teams during year-end and half-year processes\n, • Contributing to project-driven accounting papers as the group progresses through its restructure\n, • Supporting the automation and improvement of consolidation and reporting processes\n\n Skill set required: \n\n • ACA/ACCA/CA qualified (big 4 preferred)\n, • Group consolidation accounting experience essential\n, • Multi-entity, multi-currency consolidation experience essential\n, • Post qualified experience in industry\n, • Experience with a major consolidation system (e.g. FCCS or equivalent) preferred\n, • Listed company experience desirable but not essential\n, • Strong people management experience\n\n In return, you will be offered the opportunity to work in a high-calibre finance team, in a flexible working environment, at a key time of transition for a well-known international business.

Are you an experienced Tax Valuation Professional looking for a new opportunity to showcase your skills and grow your career? \n All levels from qualified Seniors, to those looking for a Director/Associate Partner move. \n Our client, a leading professional services firm, is seeking a motivated and talented individual like you to join their team (level open depending on experience and skillset). With a portfolio of valuation clients, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the timely completion and quality delivery of engagements. This is your chance to support Directors and Partners, build strong client relationships, and drive marketing and business development initiatives. \n Your responsibilities will include, but not limited to: \n\n • Ensuring compliance with the organisation's risk management and client take-on procedures.\n, • Effectively managing valuation engagements from start to finish.\n, • Conducting robust technical valuation analyses for various purposes, such as accounting, tax, commercial, and forensic engagements.\n, • Creating clear and concise valuation reports that are accessible to non-technical readers.\n, • Skilfully managing client expectations through timely and effective communication.\n\n At our client's organisation, your growth is their top priority. They offer a supportive and collaborative environment where you can thrive. If you possess the following skills and qualifications, they can help you achieve great things: \n\n • Significant valuation experience gained ideally from another professional services firm.\n, • Proficiency in various valuation techniques, including discounted cash flow, multiples analysis, and intangible asset valuation techniques.\n, • The ability to interpret financial statements within the context of valuations.\n, • Strong commercial acumen and a deep understanding of value drivers for different assets.\n, • Excellent business writing, analytical, and Excel modelling skills.\n, • Effective written and oral communication abilities.\n, • A professional qualification in accountancy.\n\n Join our client's team and embark on a rewarding journey where you can make a significant impact. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity - Apply now and take your career to new heights.

Your new company \n Our client, a successful, stable & established company based in the Stockport area, is seeking an experienced Purchase Ledger specialist to join their small finance function and become a key member of their finance family!! \n Your new role \n This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys taking ownership and making a real impact. You will have full responsibility for the day-to-day management of the purchase ledger, ensuring supplier payments are processed accurately and on time while maintaining strong working relationships across the business. \n Working within a close-knit team, you'll enjoy a varied role that goes beyond traditional purchase ledger duties, with involvement in stock management, month-end activities, and providing support to the wider finance function. This position would suit a proactive individual who takes pride in delivering accurate work, improving processes, and keeping the department running efficiently. \n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Take full ownership of the end-to-end purchase ledger process.\n, • Process, code, and match supplier invoices accurately and efficiently.\n, • Record purchases (stock) and maintain accurate stock records within the system.\n, • Reconcile supplier statements and investigate any discrepancies if they arise.\n, • Prepare and process supplier payment runs..\n, • Maintain accurate supplier account records.\n, • Handle supplier queries in a personable & professional manner, building positive working relationships.\n, • Assist with month-end processes, including reconciliations and accruals.\n, • Support the Finance Manager and wider finance team with reporting and record keeping.\n, • Quarterly stock reconciliations.\n, • Adhoc office finance assistance.\n\n What you'll need to succeed \n\n • Previous experience within a Purchase Ledger or Accounts Payable position.\n, • Experience working with stock systems or stock control processes would be advantageous.\n, • Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.\n, • Confident using accounting software and Microsoft Excel.\n, • Able to manage your own workload and prioritise effectively to meet deadlines.\n, • A proactive and organised approach, with a willingness to take ownership and suggest improvements.\n, • Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with suppliers and colleagues.\n\n What you'll get in return \n\n • The opportunity to take full ownership of the purchase ledger function.\n, • A varied role within a supportive, collaborative finance team.\n, • Exposure to wider finance activities, including stock control and month-end processes.\n, • The chance to make a genuine contribution within a growing business where your input is valued.\n, • Competitive salary £pa doe\n, • Free parking\n, • 20 days holidays + bh rising with length of service\n, • Very stable work force\n\n What you need to do now \n If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. \n 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

Robertson Bell is pleased to be supporting a public sector organisation with the recruitment of an Interim Finance Business Partner on an initial 12-month contract. \n Based in Manchester, with two days per week required in the office, this is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Finance Business Partner to take ownership of a broad portfolio and provide high-quality financial support to senior stakeholders, including budget holders up to Director level. \n Key Responsibilities \n\n • \n Supporting senior stakeholders with budgeting, forecasting and financial planning. \n • \n Providing effective financial management and challenge around organisational spend. \n • \n Preparing monthly management accounts, including detailed variance analysis and insightful commentary. \n • \n Managing the full month-end management accounting cycle from start to finish. \n • \n Preparing and reviewing journals, accruals and prepayments, ensuring they are accurate and correctly uploaded to the finance system. \n • \n Reviewing new business initiatives and providing financial assurance and input into business cases. \n • \n Supporting the management of funding and income. \n • \n Building strong relationships with senior budget holders and providing clear financial advice and challenge. \n • \n Producing high-quality financial reporting and commentary to support decision-making. \n\n The Person \n We are looking for an experienced Finance Business Partner with a strong grounding in management accounting and a proven ability to build effective relationships with senior stakeholders. \n You will ideally be a qualified accountant, although finalists and candidates qualified by experience will also be considered. \n The successful candidate will demonstrate: \n\n • \n Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills. \n • \n Experience partnering with senior budget holders, ideally up to Director level. \n • \n End-to-end experience across the management accounting and business partnering cycle. \n • \n Strong month-end accounting knowledge, including journals, accruals and prepayments. \n • \n Excellent Excel skills. \n • \n Strong written communication, reporting and financial commentary skills. \n • \n The confidence to provide financial challenge and assurance to stakeholders. \n • \n Availability to start during September. \n\n Public sector or not-for-profit experience is desirable but not essential; candidates from a private sector background with strong Finance Business Partnering experience are encouraged to apply. \n Apply \n If you are an experienced Finance Business Partner looking for a new interim opportunity and are available to start in September, please don't hesitate to apply. \n

A leading organisation in Manchester is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to join their supportive Finance team. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for you to develop your skills within a nurturing environment, where your attention to detail and commitment to accuracy will be highly valued. You will benefit from flexible working opportunities, generous pension contributions, and ongoing training that supports your professional growth. \n As an Accounts Payable Specialist based in Manchester, you will play a pivotal role in maintaining the integrity of financial operations. Your day-to-day activities will involve processing supplier invoices with precision, managing the Purchase Ledger inbox responsively, and keeping supplier accounts meticulously updated. You will regularly reconcile statements, prepare payment runs, issue remittances, and address queries-all while fostering positive relationships across teams. \n\n • Process supplier invoices accurately and efficiently, ensuring correct coding, appropriate approval, and compliance with established company procedures.\n, • Monitor and manage the Purchase Ledger inbox by responding promptly to supplier and internal queries, following through outstanding actions until resolution.\n, • Maintain up-to-date supplier accounts and records, including details such as payment terms and bank information, in line with internal controls.\n, • Reconcile supplier statements regularly by investigating missing invoices, credits, duplicate invoices, and other discrepancies to ensure accuracy.\n, • Prepare weekly supplier payment runs according to agreed payment terms and schedules, making sure payments are reviewed and approved appropriately.\n, • Issue supplier remittances while responding to payment-related queries in a timely manner to maintain positive relationships.\n, • Build and nurture positive working relationships with suppliers and internal teams through considerate communication and collaboration.\n, • Assist with company credit card and employee expense reconciliations by ensuring transactions are supported, coded, and approved correctly.\n, • Complete bank reconciliations accurately while investigating unreconciled or unusual transactions for resolution.\n\n The ideal Accounts Payable Specialist brings proven experience in finance administration roles such as Purchase Ledger or Accounts Payable. Your background may include exposure to high-volume environments like retail or e-commerce where accuracy is paramount. You possess strong interpersonal skills that enable you to build trustful relationships with suppliers and colleagues alike. Your proficiency in Excel and financial systems allows you to handle complex data sets efficiently. You demonstrate empathy when resolving queries or discrepancies-always striving for solutions that benefit all parties involved. Your organisational abilities ensure that deadlines are met without compromising quality. Whether working independently or collaboratively within the Finance team. \n \n You will have experience in the following areas: \n\n • Currently studying towards a finance or accounting qualification or willing to begin AAT demonstrates your commitment to professional development or have equivalent experience.\n, • Previous experience within Purchase Ledger, Accounts Payable or similar finance administration roles shows your dependability in handling transactional data.\n, • Experience within retail, fashion, e-commerce or another high-volume environment would be advantageous for understanding sector-specific challenges.\n, • Strong attention to detail ensures consistently high levels of accuracy in all financial processes.\n, • Good understanding of basic accounting principles and purchase-to-pay processes enables you to contribute effectively from day one.\n, • Excellent written and verbal communication skills allow you to connect positively with suppliers and internal stakeholders.\n, • Strong systems aptitude combined with good Excel skills means you are comfortable working with large volumes of transactional data.\n\n This organisation stands out for its unwavering commitment to creating an inclusive workplace where every individual feels valued. Employees enjoy flexible working opportunities that accommodate diverse needs alongside generous pension contributions that secure their future. The company invests heavily in training programmes so you can pursue professional qualifications at your own pace. Supportive leadership fosters an environment where knowledge-sharing is encouraged; team members collaborate closely on projects while celebrating each other's achievements. \n \n If you are ready to take the next step in your finance career within a supportive team environment-apply now! \n \n Apply today by clicking on the link provided. \n \n \n Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

Advisory Accountant \n \n Central Manchester | Hybrid Working | £40,000 - £45,000 + Benefits \n Ready to move beyond traditional practice? \n Are you an accountant working within practice and looking for something more commercial, client-focused and forward-thinking? Do you enjoy understanding the story behind the numbers and helping businesses make better decisions? \n We're partnering with a fast-growing, technology-led business that is transforming the way organisations approach financial planning, forecasting and decision-making. As part of its continued growth, the business is expanding its outsourced finance and advisory offering and is looking for an ambitious Advisory Accountant to join the team. \n The Opportunity \n \n This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to make their first move from practice into a more commercially focused environment. \n You'll work closely with a portfolio of clients, providing hands-on finance support while acting as a trusted advisor. Combining accounting expertise with commercial insight, you'll help businesses better understand their performance, plan for the future and make informed strategic decisions. \n Unlike a traditional accounting role, you'll be encouraged to build strong client relationships, provide meaningful recommendations and actively contribute to business growth and decision-making. \n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Prepare and review monthly management accounts for a diverse portfolio of clients.\n, • Lead month-end processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness and meaningful reporting.\n, • Partner directly with clients to understand their business objectives and financial challenges.\n, • Translate complex financial information into clear commercial insights.\n, • Support budgeting, forecasting and cash flow planning activities.\n, • Analyse financial performance and investigate key trends, risks and opportunities.\n, • Assist with scenario planning and strategic decision-making.\n, • Work with financial models and data to support growth plans.\n, • Deliver practical recommendations that help clients improve performance.\n, • Collaborate with finance, technology and client service teams to enhance service delivery.\n, • Contribute to the development of processes and best practice within a growing advisory function.\n\n About You \n You'll ideally come from a small or medium-sized accountancy practice and be looking to broaden your experience beyond compliance-based work. \n We're interested in hearing from candidates who have: \n\n • ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification in progress, or recently qualified.\n, • Strong experience preparing management accounts and supporting month-end activities.\n, • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.\n, • A genuine interest in understanding how businesses operate.\n, • Confidence presenting financial information to non-financial stakeholders.\n, • A proactive and commercially minded approach to problem-solving.\n\n What You'll Bring \n We're looking for someone who is: \n\n • Proactive and self-motivated.\n, • Commercially curious and analytical.\n, • Friendly, personable and client-focused.\n, • Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-growing environment.\n, • Positive, ambitious and keen to develop their career.\n, • Interested in the role technology can play in modern finance.\n\n Why Apply? \n This role offers a genuine opportunity to move beyond traditional accounting and into a commercial advisory position where you'll work directly with business owners and leadership teams. \n You'll gain exposure to: \n Management accounting and performance analysis \n Business partnering and client advisory work \n Forecasting, budgeting and financial modelling \n Commercial decision support \n Technology-enabled finance solutions \n Career progression within a growing business \n Most importantly, you'll have the opportunity to join a business at an exciting stage of growth, helping shape its advisory offering while developing your own career in a modern and entrepreneurial environment.

Job Title \n Audit Senior - Newly Qualified? \n \n Location \n Manchester \n \n Salary \n £38,000 - £46,000 (depending on experience) \n \n An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Audit Senior to join a growing and well-established accountancy practice. This is an excellent opportunity for an ACA or ACCA finalist or qualified accountant looking to develop their career within a supportive and collaborative team, working with a diverse portfolio of clients across a range of industries. \n \n The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering high-quality audit and accounts services while building strong client relationships and supporting the development of junior team members. \n \n What you will be doing as an Audit Senior \n \n\n • Leading audit fieldwork for a broad range of clients.\n, • Completing audit testing across key financial statement areas in accordance with International Standards on Auditing (ISAs).\n, • Preparing clear and accurate audit working papers for manager review.\n, • Assisting with audit planning, risk assessments and assignment scoping.\n, • Monitoring audit budgets and ensuring assignments are delivered efficiently.\n, • Identifying audit issues and communicating findings to management.\n, • Supporting audit completion, including analytical reviews and clearance of review points.\n, • Reviewing work completed by trainees and junior team members.\n, • Preparing year-end statutory accounts for limited companies, partnerships and sole traders.\n, • Producing high-quality working paper files ready for review.\n, • Supporting and reviewing accounts preparation completed by junior staff.\n, • Assisting clients with bookkeeping queries and accounting system improvements.\n\n \n What you will need to succeed as an Audit Senior \n \n\n • ACA or ACCA finalist or qualified.\n, • Previous experience working within an accountancy practice in an audit and accounts role.\n, • Experience leading audit fieldwork and preparing statutory accounts.\n, • Strong knowledge of FRS 102, FRS 105 and International Standards on Auditing (ISAs).\n, • Experience using audit software and cloud accounting platforms such as Xero or QuickBooks.\n, • Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify financial risks and provide practical solutions.\n, • Excellent organisational and communication skills.\n, • Experience supervising or mentoring junior staff would be advantageous.\n\n \n Why join this firm? \n \n\n • Annual bonus scheme.\n, • 23 days annual leave plus your birthday off.\n, • Health cash plan (following successful probation).\n, • Company sick pay.\n, • Enhanced parental leave policies.\n, • Company pension scheme.\n, • Perks and employee discounts platform.\n, • Paid professional membership or subscription.\n, • Cycle to Work scheme.\n, • Employee Assistance Programme.\n, • Ongoing professional development and genuine opportunities for career progression.Flexible benefits, including options for critical illness cover, health cash plan, cycle to work scheme, eye care and dental cover.\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.

Senior Manager – Outsourced Finance\n Manchester | Hybrid working | £65,000–£80,000 \n We’re working with a growing accountancy and advisory firm looking to appoint a Senior Manager within its outsourced finance team in Manchester. \n This is not a traditional accounts role focused purely on year-end work and compliance. \n The team supports growing and established businesses that need additional finance leadership, better reporting or help improving how their finance function operates. Some clients require ongoing outsourced support, while others need assistance with a specific project, systems issue or period of change. \n You’ll take responsibility for a portfolio of clients, overseeing the accounting work while building strong relationships with the people running those businesses. The role combines technical accounting, commercial advice, project work and team leadership. The role\n You’ll be responsible for: \n\n • Leading the delivery of management accounts, statutory reporting and wider accounting support across a portfolio of clients.\n, • Acting as a senior point of contact and understanding what each client actually needs from its finance function.\n, • Reviewing financial information and helping clients make better commercial decisions from it.\n, • Overseeing outsourced finance assignments from initial planning through to delivery.\n, • Supporting clients with one-off projects, including finance-system reviews, process improvements, controls work and financial-information clean-ups.\n, • Identifying weaknesses in existing reporting or processes and recommending practical solutions.\n, • Managing deadlines, budgets and resources across several assignments.\n, • Reviewing work and making sure clients receive a consistently strong service.\n, • Leading, coaching and developing members of the team.\n, • Working alongside colleagues from other specialist areas when a client requires broader support.\n, • Spotting opportunities to introduce additional services where they would genuinely benefit the client.\n, • Contributing to the continued development of the Manchester team.\nWhat we’re looking for\n You’ll need to be ACA, ACCA or similarly qualified, with experience gained in accountancy practice, outsourced finance, accounting advisory or a relevant industry position. \n You should also have: \n\n • Strong technical accounting knowledge, including UK GAAP and some exposure to IFRS.\n, • Experience managing a portfolio of clients or several complex finance workstreams.\n, • A solid grounding in management accounts and statutory reporting.\n, • Experience reviewing and taking responsibility for other people’s work.\n, • Confidence dealing directly with business owners, Finance Directors and other senior stakeholders.\n, • Examples of improving a finance process, reporting output, control or accounting system.\n, • An interest in using cloud accounting and finance technology properly, rather than simply maintaining the existing approach.\n, • The judgement to recognise what a client needs and explain it without unnecessary jargon.\n, • Experience developing people and managing competing deadlines.\n\n You do not necessarily need to have held the exact same job title before. An experienced Manager ready to step up could be considered, particularly if you already lead client relationships and outsourced finance work. \n Equally, someone currently working in industry may be relevant if they trained in practice, retain strong technical accounting knowledge and enjoy working across different businesses and projects. The opportunity\n This is a broad role with considerably more variety than a conventional accounts portfolio. You’ll have the chance to work closely with clients, improve finance functions and play a visible part in growing the Manchester team. \n The package includes: \n\n • Salary of £65,000–£80,000, depending on experience.\n, • Hybrid and flexible working.\n, • Private medical cover.\n, • Pension and life assurance.\n, • Enhanced family leave.\n, • Annual leave with options to buy or carry days forward.\n, • Paid volunteering time.\n, • Ongoing development and a genuine opportunity to progress as the team grows.\n\n If you’re technically strong but enjoy the commercial and problem-solving side of finance just as much, this could be a very good next move.

Reporting directly to the Directors, you will take ownership of the finance function, ensuring robust financial controls, accurate reporting and effective day-to-day financial management. \n This is more than a traditional Finance Manager role. It is an opportunity to become a trusted business partner to the Directors, helping shape financial strategy, improve business performance and build a scalable finance function to support Re-Com's continued growth. \n You'll be equally comfortable rolling up your sleeves to manage the day-to-day finance operations while also providing commercial insight, financial analysis and strategic support that helps drive informed business decisions. As the business continues to grow, you'll play a key role in developing systems, improving processes and ensuring the finance function evolves alongside the company. \n What We Offer \n\n • Hours: 20 - 30 hours per week (flexible)\n, • A modern working environment.\n, • A varied, autonomous role with real responsibility.\n, • The opportunity to influence strategic decisions.\n, • A growing, ambitious company where your contribution will genuinely matter.\n, • The chance to become a trusted adviser to the Directors and help shape the future of Re-Com. \n \n\n About You \n You'll be an experienced Finance Manager who enjoys working closely with business owners and making a genuine difference. \n \n Key Responsibilities \n Financial Operations \n\n • Manage Sales Ledger (Accounts Receivable), including customer invoicing and collections.\n, • Manage Purchase Ledger (Accounts Payable), including supplier invoice processing.\n, • Process supplier payment runs.\n, • Complete supplier and customer reconciliations.\n, • Process staff expenses, company credit cards and petty cash.\n, • Complete bank postings, reconciliations and maintain bank feeds.\n, • Manage online banking and oversee the company's daily cash position.\n, • Manage invoice finance (Fac Flow) and banking relationships.\n, • Prepare and submit VAT returns.\n, • Maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance with statutory requirements.\n\n Financial Management \n\n • Prepare monthly management accounts and board reporting packs.\n, • Budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management.\n, • Produce meaningful variance analysis and KPI reporting.\n, • Maintain balance sheet integrity, including reconciliations, accruals, prepayments and fixed asset accounting.\n, • Support year-end accounts preparation and liaise with external accountants.\n\n Commercial Support \n\n • Partner with the Directors to support commercial decision-making.\n, • Prepare financial modelling and business cases.\n, • Carry out profitability analysis, ROI analysis and risk assessments.\n, • Provide financial insight to support business growth and strategic planning.\n, • Continuous Improvement\n, • Review, develop and improve finance processes and internal controls.\n, • Drive efficiencies through effective use of QuickBooks and supporting systems.\n, • Identify opportunities to automate reporting and streamline workflows.\n, • Build a scalable finance function capable of supporting future growth.\n\n \n Essential \n\n • AAT, IAB or ICB qualified (full or part-qualified), or Qualified by Experience (QBE) 3+ years.\n, • Minimum three years' finance experience.\n, • Experience within at least two UK SME businesses.\n, • Recent UK finance experience.\n, • Experience producing management accounts.\n, • Strong commercial awareness.\n, • Excellent organisational and communication skills.\n, • Systems Experience\n, • QuickBooks Online.\n, • Microsoft Excel (including formulas, multi-sheet workbooks and reporting).\n\n Desirable \n\n • Sage 50c.\n, • Xero.\n, • Invoice finance/factoring experience. \n \n\n \n

Are you an ambitious forensic accountant looking for your next step? \n This prestigious firm is eager to find a driven, highly-regarded forensic accountant to join their rapidly growing business as an Assistant Manager in their Forensic and Risk Advisory Team. \n As an Assistant Manager, you will work with clients across a variety of sectors, building your commercial and financial awareness, with excellent support from senior professionals in the space. The ideal candidate will be able to work from either their Manchester or Leeds office. \n \n The role \n Specifically, this role is within the Forensic and Risk Advisory team with a particular focus on litigation / disputes. \n As part of your role, you will be involved in the delivery of a range of Forensic assignments. You will be working and collaborating with other members in the Forensic and Risk Advisory team, as well as internal teams across other service lines, in order to build strong working relationships and to deliver high quality forensic reports. This will involve applying your technical knowledge to real life scenarios, problem solving, analysing data and presenting your findings. \n This role will involve a combination of working in the local office and at client premises or law firms as required. On a day-to-day basis, your work may involve: \n\n • Conducting forensic analysis of financial data;\n, • Quantification of losses in commercial and family disputes;\n, • Investigation of fraud and accounting irregularity;\n, • Asset tracing and bank statement analysis;\n, • Share and other asset valuations;\n, • Conduct background research on the economy, businesses and individuals;\n, • Drafting, in whole or in part, of expert reports or other written reports for use in legal proceedings or for advice to solicitors or clients;\n, • Liaising with clients, solicitors and barristers;\n, • Performing business development activities; and\n, • Project administration\n, • Assisting with staff management and development of junior staff.\n\n Much of your time will be spent working directly with the Forensic and Risk Advisory partners, providing greater exposure to all aspects of Forensic work and the opportunity for continued career progression both in the short and longer term. \n \n Skills experience \n What we are looking for: \n\n • Hold a recognised accounting qualification such as ACA or ACCA\n, • Have between 1 to 4 years PQE within Forensic Accounting\n, • IT proficiency, particularly in Microsoft Excel and Word\n, • Analytical mindset with meticulous attention to detail\n, • The ability to analyse and interpret complex data\n, • Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain financial or technical concepts in a clear and simple way\n, • Integrity, impartiality, and strong sense of ethics and professional responsibility\n, • Strong time management and organisational skills, with the ability to support multiple projects simultaneously and producing clear, structured reports within project deadlines\n, • Ability to work collaboratively within a team\n\n An exciting opportunity for any high-flying forensic accountant, make an application today to find out more!

Finance Manager | up to £55,000 plus benefits | Greater Manchester (East Manchester) Are you a commercially minded finance professional looking for a role where you can make a genuine impact and take ownership of a growing finance function? We're partnering with a successful and rapidly growing UK SME, backed by a well-established international group, to recruit a talented Finance Manager. This is an excellent opportunity to join a business where you'll have real influence, work closely with senior leadership, and play a key role in driving financial performance and supporting future growth. Offering a high degree of autonomy and visibility, this position is ideal for a hands-on finance professional who enjoys operating across both the operational and strategic aspects of finance and thrives in a dynamic business environment. The Opportunity Reporting directly to senior leadership, you will be responsible for leading the day-to-day finance function, ensuring accurate financial reporting, robust financial controls, and compliance with group requirements. You'll also manage and develop a small finance team while acting as the key finance contact for the wider business.Key Responsibilities\n\n • Lead the month-end close process, delivering a fully reconciled trial balance for group reporting.\n, • Take ownership of the balance sheet, including accruals, prepayments and fixed asset accounting.\n, • Oversee revenue, billing and receivables, supporting effective cash flow management.\n, • Prepare and submit VAT and CIS returns accurately and on time.\n, • Maintain and enhance financial controls in line with group policies and best practice.\n, • Partner with operational teams to monitor costs, improve profitability and support commercial decision-making.\n, • Manage, coach and develop a Finance Administrator.\n, • Act as the local finance lead, supporting audits and group reporting requirements.\nAbout YouWe're looking for a proactive and capable finance professional who combines strong technical accounting expertise with a practical and commercial approach. You'll ideally have:\n\n, • Qualified CIMA, ACCA or ACA preferred, although applications from part-qualified and qualified by experience (QBE) finance professionals are welcomed.\n, • Proven experience in a hands-on finance role within an SME environment.\n, • Strong technical accounting skills, particularly around balance sheet ownership and control.\n, • The confidence and credibility to engage with and influence senior stakeholders.\n, • Experience within project-led sectors would be advantageous.\n, • Knowledge of construction accounting and CIS processes would be beneficial, but is not essential. We welcome applications from candidates with strong finance experience gained in other sectors.\n, • The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, office-based environment.\nWhat's on Offer?\n\n, • Salary up to £55,000 plus benefits\n, • A leadership role with genuine ownership of the finance function.\n, • Close collaboration with senior decision-makers and key stakeholders.\n, • The support and stability of a successful international parent group.\n, • The opportunity to contribute to the ongoing growth and development of the business.\n, • A highly visible position where your work will directly influence business performance and operational success.\n, • \nSuitable Backgrounds You may currently be working as a:Financial Controller, Finance Manager, Management Accountant, Financial Accountant, Company Accountant, Finance Business Partner or Senior Management Accountant.If you're looking for a role that combines technical accounting responsibility with commercial influence and genuine ownership, we'd love to hear from you.Cherry Professional are recruiting for this opportunity on behalf of our client. Please view our Privacy Policy on our website to understand how your data will be used if you apply for this role.

We are looking for a Credit Controller to join our Client’s established Finance Team, taking responsibility for managing outstanding debt and maintaining strong customer relationships. \n \n What You’ll Be Doing: \n\n • Proactively reducing outstanding debtor balances through high-volume telephone, email and written collections\n, • Managing and resolving customer queries relating to outstanding balances and payments\n, • Leading regular arrears meetings with key internal stakeholders\n, • Investigating and resolving unallocated cash queries\n, • Issuing invoices, statements, tax receipts and reminder letters\n, • Reconciling customer ledger accounts and ensuring balances remain accurate\n, • Managing outstanding queries and following up with internal teams where required\n, • Monitoring aged debtor reports and providing regular updates on debt position and progress\n, • Maintaining effective communication with the wider Finance Team and other internal departments\n, • Dealing with day-to-day finance and customer instructions as required\n\n What We’re Looking For: \n\n • Previous experience within Credit Control, Accounts Receivable or a similar finance role\n, • Confident making a high volume of telephone calls and chasing outstanding payments\n, • Strong communication and customer service skills\n, • Excellent attention to detail with good reconciliation and problem-solving abilities\n, • Comfortable handling queries and challenging conversations professionally\n, • Good organisational skills and the ability to manage a busy workload\n, • Confident working with Excel and finance/accounting systems\n, • A proactive approach with the ability to work independently and as part of a wider team\n\n Benefits on Offer: \n\n • Competitive salary depending on experience\n, • Supportive and collaborative Finance Team\n, • Opportunities for career development\n, • Training and ongoing professional development\n, • Company benefits package\n, • Modern working environment\n\n If you’re looking for a varied Credit Control role within a supportive and established team, we’d love to hear from you! \n \n Reference No. \n CCSCL \n Disclaimer \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.

Your new company \n Join one of the world's leading professional services firms, delivering assurance, tax, and advisory services to clients across the globe. As part of a global network and one of the Big 4 accounting firms in the UK, they combine deep local expertise with international reach, helping organisations navigate complexity and unlock opportunities.The Corporate Tax team is a market-leading provider of technology-enabled tax compliance and integrated advisory services, working with prestigious clients across a wide range of industries, offering strategic insight and innovative solutions that go beyond traditional tax support. \n Your new role \n As a Corporate & International Tax Manager, you'll play a key role in advising large corporate clients on UK and international tax matters. You'll manage complex tax projects, build long-term client relationships, and lead multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-impact solutions.Your responsibilities will include: \n\n • Advising on UK and international tax issues for large corporate clients\n, • Managing compliance obligations including tax return submissions and tax accounting/reporting\n, • Leading and developing teams, mentoring colleagues, and managing stakeholder relationships\n, • Identifying new business opportunities through referrals, networking, and client engagement\n, • Collaborating creatively to solve complex tax challenges and deliver strategic insights\n\n You'll work closely with Senior Managers, Directors, and Partners, with a dedicated coach to support your development and wellbeing. \n What you'll need to succeed \n\n • A professional tax qualification (e.g. ACA, ATT, CTA, CA, ACCA or international equivalent) or equivalent work experience\n, • Strong UK corporate tax knowledge, including reviewing tax computations and accounting disclosures\n, • Experience advising large corporate clients on UK and international tax matters\n, • Sound accounting knowledge and ability to interpret statutory accounts\n, • Proven leadership experience and ability to manage relationships with senior stakeholders\n, • Business development experience and a proactive approach to identifying client opportunities\n, • Confidence in discussing broader UK and global business issues with clients\n\n What you'll get in return \n\n • Empowered flexibility: A working week split between office, home, and client site\n, • Private medical cover and 24/7 access to a qualified virtual GP\n, • Six volunteering days per year to support causes that matter to you\n, • Access to award-winning development programmes and global learning resources\n, • A collaborative, inclusive culture that values your unique perspective\n\n What you need to do now \n If you're interested in this Corporate Tax Manager role in a Big 4 firm in Manchester, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Yasmin Vart on to discuss it in more detail. \n 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

Job Title \n Client Manager \n \n Location \n Manchester \n \n Salary \n £48,000 - £58,000 \n \n An ambitious and growing accountancy firm is looking to appoint a Client Services Manager to join its expanding team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced practice professional who enjoys building strong client relationships, leading high-performing teams and delivering exceptional service. \n \n Working closely with the senior leadership team, you'll manage your own portfolio of clients while playing a key role in developing both people and the wider business. The firm offers a collaborative culture, genuine career progression and the chance to make a real impact. \n \n What you will be doing as a Client Manager \n \n\n • Managing a diverse portfolio of clients, both OMBs and SMEs, acting as their primary point of contact.\n, • Building and maintaining long-term client relationships through excellent service and trusted advice.\n, • Reviewing and overseeing the preparation of statutory accounts and related assignments completed by the team.\n, • Managing workflow to ensure deadlines and quality standards are consistently met.\n, • Working closely with Directors and colleagues across the business to deliver a seamless client experience.\n, • Identifying opportunities to provide additional services and supporting business development activities.\n, • Leading, mentoring and developing members of the accounts team.\n, • Supporting the continued growth of the firm through excellent client retention and relationship management.\n\n \n What you will need to succeed as a Client Manager \n \n\n • ACA or ACCA qualification.\n, • Previous experience working as an Assistant Manager or Manager within an accountancy practice.\n, • Experience managing a portfolio of owner-managed business clients.\n, • Strong technical accounting knowledge and excellent commercial awareness.\n, • Previous experience reviewing work and managing junior team members.\n, • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.\n, • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.\n, • Experience using CCH would be advantageous, although not essential.\n\n \n Why join this firm? \n \n\n • Competitive salary.\n, • Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.\n, • Generous annual leave, including an additional day off for your birthday.\n, • Company pension scheme.\n, • Tailored learning and development programmes.\n, • Health and wellbeing initiatives, including mental health support.\n, • Paid volunteering day.\n, • A friendly, supportive and collaborative working environment with genuine opportunities for career progression.\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.

Senior Finance Manager | Central MCR (3 days in office) | £75,000 – £85,000 + benefits \n Axon Moore are delighted to be partnering with a high profile consumer facing business to recruit a Senior Finance Manager, this is an exceptional client of ours having placed over 4 qualified accountants into this team over the last 2 years. \n Offering the chance to lead a high-performing team, influence the wider finance strategy and transform the way financial reporting is delivered across a complex, multi-business organisation. \n The Role \n Taking responsibility for the delivery of accurate, timely and well governed accounting and reporting across multiple business areas. \n This is a broad and influential role combining people leadership, financial control, month-end reporting, stakeholder management and finance transformation. \n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Lead, coach and develop the team, creating a high-performing and inclusive culture\n, • Take ownership of the month-end close process, ensuring accurate and timely reporting\n, • Oversee divisional P&Ls, balance sheet controls, accruals, provisions and variance analysis\n, • Ensure financial reporting is delivered in accordance with Group Accounting Policy and UK GAAP\n, • Maintain strong financial controls and promote a robust reporting culture\n, • Partner with Commercial Finance, Group Finance, IT and wider business stakeholders\n, • Identify opportunities to simplify, standardise and automate month-end processes\n, • Lead improvements to the Finance Reporting Hub and its delivery model\n, • Ensure agreed service levels are consistently achieved and proactively resolve reporting issues\n, • Provide strong financial leadership and insight to senior stakeholders across the organisation\n, • Develop talent through effective coaching, mentoring and performance management\n\n About You \n We’re looking for a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with significant post-qualification experience and a strong track record of leading finance teams. \n You’ll ideally have: \n\n • Proven experience managing and developing accounting or financial reporting teams.\n, • Strong technical accounting and financial control expertise.\n, • Experience within a complex, multi-entity or multi-business environment.\n, • Excellent knowledge of month-end reporting, P&L and balance sheet accounting.\n, • Strong understanding of UK GAAP and financial reporting controls.\n, • A track record of improving, standardising or automating finance processes.\n, • Strong systems knowledge and an understanding of finance data flows and integrations.\n, • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.\n, • The ability to balance robust financial control with commercial requirements.\n, • A genuine passion for developing people and building high-performing teams.\n, • A continuous improvement mindset, with the confidence to challenge existing ways of working.\n\n What’s on Offer? \n\n • £75,000 – £85,000 salary\n, • Manchester City Centre location\n, • Hybrid working – 3 days in the office\n, • Significant exposure to senior finance leadership\n, • Leadership responsibility within a high-performing team\n, • Scope to drive automation, standardisation and process improvement\n, • Excellent career development opportunities\n, • Opportunity to work across a portfolio of well-known brands\n\n The Opportunity \n This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Finance Manager / Senior Finance Manager / Financial Controller / Business Accounting professional looking to step into a genuinely influential leadership position. \n You’ll be joining an organisation undergoing an exciting period of growth and transformation, with the opportunity to shape how financial reporting operates, develop a talented team and deliver meaningful improvements across the wider Group. \n If you're a qualified accountant with strong leadership experience and a passion for financial control, reporting, transformation and people development, we'd love to hear from you.

Eventus Legal are seeking a Legal Cashier to join a law firm in Manchester, Greater Manchester. This is a full-time, permanent job position, working fully office-based from 9:00am to 5:30pm Monday to Friday. The Legal Cashier will join a fast-paced finance team, providing financial support locally and liaising with an international head office. The job offers a competitive salary, a salary sacrifice pension scheme, a discretionary annual bonus and private medical health insurance. \n Role Responsibilities \n As Legal Cashier, you will support the firm's day-to-day financial operations and help maintain duties within this job will include: \n\n • Recording client and office account transactions accurately and in line with the SRA Accounts Rules.\n, • Managing VAT returns, financial reporting and other core legal accounting responsibilities.\n, • Preparing monthly and annual management reports.\n, • Overseeing accounts payable and accounts receivable processes.\n, • Developing and maintaining robust financial controls, identifying opportunities to improve finance processes.\n, • Supporting internal and external audits.\n, • Liaising with the firm's international head office on relevant finance matters.\n, • Traveling to the firm's London office when required.\n\n Person Specification \n This Legal Cashier job will suit an experienced law-firm finance professional who is confident working independently, managing competing priorities and maintaining a high level of accuracy. In addition, the successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the following skills and experience: \n\n • A minimum of 3 to 5 years' experience in a similar finance position within a law firm.\n, • Full knowledge and understanding of the Solicitors Accounts Rules, with a strong grasp of legal accounting principles.\n, • Proven experience of client account management, reconciliations and month-end closing.\n, • Experience of foreign currency and intercompany transactions.\n, • Previous experience acting as a firm's COFA or advising a COFA on SRA compliance matters.\n, • Strong organisational skills and meticulous attention to detail.\n, • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.\n, • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.\n, • Ability to prioritise effectively, meet deadlines and work well under pressure.\n, • A positive approach to continuous learning and process improvement.\n, • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including intermediate to advanced Excel skills.\n, • An AAT, ILFM or equivalent accounting qualification is desirable.\n, • Previous experience using Proclaim is desirable.\n\n Benefits and Rewards \n This full-time Legal Cashier position offers a clear office-based working pattern together with a range of confirmed employee benefits, including: \n\n • Competitive salary.\n, • Full-time, permanent employment.\n, • Fully office-based working in Manchester, Greater Manchester, from 9:00am to 5:30pm Monday to Friday.\n, • Salary sacrifice pension scheme.\n, • Discretionary annual bonus.\n, • Private medical health insurance.\n\n About the Law Firm \n Our client is a law firm with an international presence and a Manchester-based team. The firm describes its approach as modern and forward-thinking, with a focus on delivering high-quality legal services and strong client value. This Legal Cashier position offers the opportunity to work closely with colleagues locally while also liaising with an international head office as part of the wider finance function. \n Next Steps \n Apply now to be considered for this career-enhancing job opportunity. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion about this Legal Cashier job, please send your CV to Joanne Hood at the Eventus Recruitment Group via email for a confidential discussion. Due to the high volume of applications, if you have not heard from us within ten days, unfortunately you have not been shortlisted on this occasion. \n If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact me at the details above for a confidential discussion on your career. \n The Eventus Recruitment Group are award-winning recruitment specialists operating in the Legal, Finance and Financial Planning sectors across the UK. Please note, the years' experience and/or salary are listed in our advertisements as a guide. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Our privacy policy can be found on the bottom of our website.

Management Accountant \n £38,000–£45,000 dependent on experience \n Full-time | Permanent | Hybrid working \n M26 \n Are you an experienced Management Accountant who enjoys taking ownership of month-end reporting? \n Do you have a hands-on approach and the confidence to work closely with operational and production teams? \n Would you like to join a supportive business offering genuine career development and the opportunity to improve financial performance? \n The benefits: \n\n • Salary of £38,000–£45,000 dependent on experience\n, • Hybrid working – one day per week from home\n, • 26 days’ holiday plus bank holidays\n, • Company pension scheme\n, • Excellent career development opportunities\n, • Collaborative and supportive working environment\n\n The role: \n\n • Take ownership of the month-end close and associated journals\n, • Prepare and manage weekly and monthly profit and loss statements\n, • Manage the sales ledger, invoice queries, credit control and intercompany billing\n, • Oversee inventory reconciliations and review stock-count results\n, • Analyse financial performance and recommend process improvements\n, • Partner with production teams to identify cost savings and operational efficiencies\n, • Develop labour standards for new production items and review existing bills of materials\n, • Support strategic financial planning and wider business-improvement projects\n\n About you: \n\n • Experienced in management accounting, financial reporting and analysis\n, • Ideally studying towards ACCA, CIMA or ACA\n, • Manufacturing accounting experience would be a strong advantage\n, • Commercially aware, analytical and confident working with operational teams\n, • Advanced Excel skills and experience using accounting or ERP systems\n, • Organised, proactive and comfortable taking ownership of deadlines\n, • Knowledge of UK accounting standards, VAT, PAYE and tax compliance\n\n This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on Management Accountant who wants to make a visible contribution within a successful and progressive organisation. \n If you would like further information or a confidential discussion, please reply to this email with your latest CV.

\n • Talented ACCA or ACA Qualified Accountant\n, • Franco-German expansion\n, • Fast paced and energised group\n\n Otto James Consulting is supporting a growing PE backed organisation who has recently progressed through the second tranche of significant investment. \n 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. \n 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. \n 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. \n The role is based in client’s new offices on New York Street, Manchester City Center. \n Job Description \n 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. \n You will be analytical in thinking, able to present information, issues identified with potential solutions. \n 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. \n 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\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. \n 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. \n You will also be required to provide technical accounting input as required. \n 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)\n\n Salary & Benefits \n 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

Job Title \n Audit Manager \n \n Location \n Manchester \n \n Salary \n £56,000 - £65,000 \n \n An established and highly respected independent firm of chartered accountants and business advisors is seeking an experienced Audit Manager to join its growing team. With a strong reputation for delivering tailored advice and exceptional client service, the firm offers a collaborative environment where employees are supported to develop their careers while working with a diverse portfolio of clients. \n \n The successful candidate will take ownership of audit assignments from planning through to completion, working closely with senior managers and directors to deliver a high-quality service. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced audit professional who enjoys managing client relationships, leading teams, and delivering technically strong audit engagements. \n \n What you will be doing as an Audit Manager \n \n\n • Lead and manage audit assignments, ensuring projects are delivered on time and to a high standard.\n, • Act as the main point of contact for clients throughout audit engagements, responding to queries and maintaining strong working relationships.\n, • Supervise, mentor and review the work of junior team members, providing regular guidance and constructive feedback.\n, • Prepare engagement budgets, monitor progress against targets and proactively address any variances.\n, • Manage billing processes by monitoring time and resources to ensure engagements remain commercially effective.\n, • Ensure compliance with all relevant auditing and accounting standards throughout each assignment.\n, • Promote a positive, collaborative team culture and support the resolution of day-to-day people matters where appropriate.\n, • Work closely with directors to ensure client expectations are met and departmental objectives are achieved.\n, • Complete administrative and ad hoc tasks to support the efficient delivery of audit engagements.\n\n \n What you will need to succeed as an Audit Manager \n \n\n • ACA, ACCA or an equivalent professional accounting qualification.\n, • Previous experience managing audit and accounts assignments within an accountancy practice.\n, • A strong understanding of audit quality, regulatory requirements and risk management.\n, • Excellent client relationship management and communication skills.\n, • Proven experience leading, mentoring and developing junior team members.\n, • Up-to-date knowledge of UK accounting and auditing standards, including FRS and IFRS.\n, • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues and recommend practical solutions.\n, • Experience using CCH and/or Inflo would be advantageous, although full training will be provided.\n\n \n Why join this firm? \n \n\n • Competitive salary and bonus potential.\n, • Flexible working arrangements.\n, • Generous annual leave entitlement with the option to purchase additional days.\n, • Pension scheme with life assurance and income protection.\n, • Health and wellbeing benefits.\n, • Employee assistance programme.\n, • Professional membership fees paid.\n, • Ongoing CPD and leadership development opportunities.\n, • Employee referral and client introduction incentive schemes.\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.

A leading organisation in Manchester City Centre is seeking a Group Financial Controller to join their finance team on a 12month Fixed Term Contract. You will play a pivotal role in leading the financial management, controls, commercials & and strategic planning, while driving continuous improvements. You will have the chance to lead and develop a high-performing finance team dedicated to delivering effective outcomes aligned with organisational goals & a collaborative culture. \n By leading external audits and producing statutory accounts you will uphold the highest standards of financial integrity. Additionally, you will spearhead change initiatives aimed at improving processes throughout the finance function. Working closely with other business areas you will support strategic rollouts such as productivity improvements while guiding integration of acquisitions into the group structure. \n\n • Leading month & year end reporting, external audits and producing statutory accounts\n, • Lead, manage, coach and nurture a high-performing finance team that consistently delivers efficient outcomes in line with agreed performance targets.\n, • Oversee the production of high-quality actuals reporting and balance sheet management with an emphasis on accuracy, robust controls, and clear financial storytelling.\n, • Develop and maintain a comprehensive internal control framework for the company including standards for subsidiary controls and transfer pricing.\n, • Lead external audit processes for the Group and produce statutory accounts of the highest quality.\n, • Maximise cash management and long-term invested funds through careful oversight and strategic decision-making.\n, • Supervise VAT processes ensuring optimal recovery.\n, • Champion change programmes and process improvements that enhance efficiency across all finance operations.\n, • Guide the team in producing medium-term financial plans, budgets, forecasts while influencing business decisions through insightful analysis.\n\n What you bring: \n To excel as Group Commercial Financial Controller you will bring proven experience gained from working within complex organisations or group environments where technical accounting standards such as FRS102 are applied. \n\n • Professional accounting qualification such as ACA, ACCA or CIMA is essential for this role ensuring technical proficiency.\n, • Demonstrated success in leading large teams coupled with excellent leadership abilities focused on nurturing talent.\n, • Track record of driving process improvements while establishing efficient robust controls across finance functions.\n, • Strategic thinking capabilities enabling impactful recommendations at board level that shape organisational direction.\n, • Experience in integrating acquisitions into group structures ensuring thorough due diligence processes are followed.\n, • Ability to foster collaborative relationships across departments promoting connectivity between finance and wider business areas.\n, • Commitment to enhancing financial awareness among senior leaders through education initiatives that drive a culture of control.\n\n If this is of interest please apply or email \n Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

Finance Manager \n £50-55k + Benefits \n Location: Manchester - Hybrid Working \n We are partnering with a successful and growing organisation looking to appoint a Finance Manager to join their finance team. Reporting to the Head of Finance, this role will play a key part in ensuring accurate financial reporting, driving process improvements, and supporting strategic decision-making across the business. \n This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on finance professional who enjoys balancing technical accounting responsibilities with business partnering and team leadership. \n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Oversee general ledger activities and month-end close processes\n, • Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in line with relevant accounting standards\n, • Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable and financial accounting records Analyse financial performance, identify trends and provide actionable insights\n, • Prepare monthly and annual management reports\n, • Support year-end audit processes and tax reporting requirements\n, • Maintain and enhance internal controls to safeguard company assets\n, • Coordinate internal and external audit activities\n, • Ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies\n, • Partner with senior leadership to improve financial performance and operational efficiency\n, • Support cost-saving initiatives and process improvement projects\n, • Evaluate financial risks and recommend appropriate mitigation strategies\n, • Lead, coach and develop members of the finance team\n, • Support training, mentoring and performance development activities\n, • Promote a culture of accountability, continuous improvement and high-quality financial reporting\n\n Candidate Profile: \n\n • ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent\n, • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills\n, • Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities\n, • Experience managing or mentoring finance team members\n, • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines\n\n \n

Assistant Management Accountant + Study Support \n Trafford Park \n £35,000 - £40,000 \n Step into a role where you manage your own entity within your first 12 months at the company; with full support every step of the way. \n You’ll work alongside rather than simply “report into” an experienced Finance Director at a cash-rich tech company, giving you guidance and mentorship- with exposure to business partnering and FP&A. \n This isn’t a theoretical role – you’ll get full control of management accounting, from P&Ls and forecasts to management accounts, variance analysis, and month-end reporting. \n Leave transactional accounting behind for good & gain loads of commercial exposure with an amazing SLT to support you. \n Why this role stands out from others in the market… \n\n • Guaranteed exposure – not just empty promises\n, • Flexible working – WFH with at least 3 days in the office but no obligation to do more!\n, • Clear pathway to management\n, • Chance to sit in Board Meetings and have a real impact\n, • No expectation on being part-qualified – they’ll pick up study costs whether you’ve only just started or are a finalist!\n\n Unbelievable opportunity if you're ambitious, driven and really want to let go of "accounts assistant" job duties! \n Interviews happening immediately - CVs to Rebecca Ackerley/

A well established, South Manchester based business are recruiting for a Management Accountant on a permanent basis and if you're a newly qualified Accountant or someone more experienced and looking for a new challenge, this could be the one for you! \n Client Details \n My client are a well-established, South Manchester based business who have a reputation for retaining their people through the positive working culture they have built, the opportunities they provide for growth and development, and fantastic benefits you can take advantage of. \n \n The business is going through a period of exponential growth through expansion and acquisition and will continue to do so for the foreseeable which definitely makes this a career for the right person, rather than just a job for now. \n \n Senior leaders within the business are warm and friendly with an open door policy that encourages the team to ask questions, be inquisitive - and this absolutely the type of person they want to bring into the team! \n Description \n\n • Prepare and review management accounts relating to Gross Margin Costs\n, • Maintain strong financial controls across Gross Margin Costs, ensuring compliance with Group accounting policies and internal control requirements.\n, • Prepare meaningful variance analysis and clear performance narratives to support the team and enable effective decision-making around costs.\n, • Support the preparation of budgets and forecasts for Gross Margin Costs.\n, • Monitor actual and forecast performance, identifying and challenging significant movements and assumptions where appropriate.\n, • Identify opportunities to improve processes, controls and data across the Finance function where these impact the team.\n\n \n Profile \n\n • Professional accounting qualification (CIMA, ACCA, ACA)\n, • Experience in a Management Accountant position previously\n, • Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret significant quantities of financial data and relate this to underlying business and cost drivers.\n, • Questioning and inquisitive, with a drive to identify improvements and efficiencies.\n, • Ambitious and enthusiastic, with a desire to develop within the organisation.\n\n Job Offer \n\n • Competitive salary ranging from £55,000 to £60,000, dependent on the level of experience.\n, • Hybrid working with 3 days per week in office (South Manchester office base)\n, • Annual bonus up to 10%\n, • Private healthcare\n, • Enhanced pension contribution from employer\n

Practice Accountant \n West Lancashire | Hybrid Working | Up to £50,000 per annum \n A well-established specialist accountancy firm is looking for an experienced Practice Accountant to join the team. \n This is an excellent opportunity for an accountant with previous accountancy practice experience who is looking for genuine responsibility, direct client contact and the opportunity to develop their management accounting and advisory skills. \n The firm provides specialist accountancy and financial support to a portfolio of clients within the sports and leisure sector, giving the successful candidate the opportunity to develop specialist knowledge of a distinctive client base. \n You'll take ownership of a portfolio of clients, working closely with business owners, managers and finance teams. The role offers significant client exposure and the opportunity to become a trusted adviser, rather than simply producing the monthly numbers. \n The Role \n You'll be responsible for delivering accurate and insightful management information to your clients, including: \n\n • \n Preparing monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheets and supporting schedules \n • \n Reviewing performance against budgets and prior periods and providing variance analysis \n • \n Monitoring cash flow and working capital \n • \n Preparing and reviewing VAT returns \n • \n Maintaining balance sheet reconciliations \n • \n Supporting budgeting, forecasting and year-end accounts preparation \n • \n Analysing financial performance and highlighting trends, risks and opportunities \n • \n Working directly with clients to explain their financial results and respond to queries \n • \n Helping clients improve financial processes, controls and reporting \n\n This is a client-facing role, so you'll need to be comfortable explaining financial information to non-financial stakeholders and providing practical, commercially useful insight. \n About You \n Previous accountancy practice experience is essential. \n You will ideally be: \n\n • \n ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified, part-qualified, approaching qualification or QBE \n • \n Experienced in preparing and reviewing management accounts \n • \n Confident with P&L, balance sheets, cash flow and financial analysis \n • \n Experienced with VAT and balance sheet reconciliations \n • \n Comfortable analysing budgets and explaining variances \n • \n Confident communicating with non-financial stakeholders \n • \n Highly organised and able to manage recurring monthly deadlines \n • \n Proactive, commercially minded and committed to excellent client service \n\n The ability to understand clients' businesses and turn financial information into useful commercial insight is particularly important. \n The salary on offer is up to £50,000 per annum, depending on experience. This is a full-time, permanent role, initially office-based with hybrid working available once established in the role. \n If you're an experienced Practice Accountant, Accountant, Management Accountant, Accounts Senior, Client Accountant, Senior Accountant or similar, we'd like to hear from you.

This Accounts Assistant role in Salford is all about ensuring smooth and accurate processing of incoming payments. You'll play a key part in keeping the finance team running efficiently by managing payment allocations and resolving discrepancies. \n Client Details \n A well established business with key finance offices based in Manchester. \n Description \n\n • Accurately allocate incoming payments to customer accounts.\n, • Investigate and resolve payment discrepancies in a timely manner.\n, • Maintain up-to-date and accurate financial records.\n, • Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth financial operations.\n, • Assist with reconciling accounts and preparing reports.\n, • Respond to customer and internal queries regarding payments.\n, • Support the wider accounting and finance team as needed.\n, • Ensure compliance with company policies and financial regulations.\n\n Profile \n A successful Accounts Assistant should have: \n\n • Strong numerical and analytical skills.\n, • Good communication skills for liaising with internal teams and customers.\n, • Proficiency in using financial software and systems.\n, • A problem-solving mindset to address discrepancies effectively.\n\n Job Offer \n Immediate start + hybrid working + competitive salaary + free parking + entry level role \n \n If you're interested in this role, apply now. \n People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.

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:

Audit Semi-Senior - Manchester \n We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Audit Semi-Senior to join a growing audit team based in Manchester. This role is ideal for candidates with some audit experience who are looking to develop their technical skills and progress toward a senior position. The role offers a competitive salary of £30,000-£35,000 and excellent career development opportunities. \n Key Responsibilities: \n\n • \n Assist in the planning and execution of audit engagements, supporting senior team members. \n • \n Perform audit testing and prepare working papers in line with professional standards. \n • \n Identify areas for improvement and communicate findings to senior auditors. \n • \n Build relationships with clients and provide support during audit queries. \n • \n Contribute to the preparation of audit reports and ensure timely completion of deliverables. \n\n Requirements: \n\n • \n Part-qualified ACA/ACCA or equivalent, or near completion of your professional qualification. \n • \n Some experience in an audit or accounting environment. \n • \n Good understanding of accounting principles and auditing standards. \n • \n Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. \n • \n Effective communication skills and a collaborative mindset. \n\n Location & Salary: \n\n • \n Based in Manchester, with excellent transport links and a professional working environment. \n • \n Competitive salary of £30,000-£35,000, depending on experience and qualifications. \n • \n Opportunity to work in a supportive team in Manchester and develop toward a senior role. \n • \n Salary of £30,000-£35,000 with performance-related incentives. \n\n This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious audit professional looking to grow their career as a Semi-Senior Auditor in Manchester, with a salary of £30,000-£35,000

New long term interim Management Accountant role in Manchester. You'll play a key part in ensuring the smooth operation of the organisation's accounting and finance processes. \n Client Details \n Reputable organisation based in the Manchester area. \n Description \n\n • Producing and posting monthly accrual and prepayments.\n, • Support with annual budget process and monthly/quarterly forecast preparation.\n, • Conduct variance analysis to identify trends and areas for improvement.\n, • Reconcile accounts and maintain the integrity of financial data.\n, • Support the month-end and year-end closing processes.\n, • Collaborate with other departments to provide financial insights.\n, • Assist with internal and external audit.\n\n Profile \n A successful Interim Management Accountant should have: \n\n • Part qualified accountant with strong Management Accounting experience.\n, • Strong excel skills (including the use of Pivot tables and V-LOOK UPS).\n, • Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.\n, • Attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.\n, • Ability to work effectively in a hybrid setup.\n, • Immediately available or able to start their next assignment on a short notice period.\n\n Job Offer \n\n • A competitive hourly rate of £20 - £25 per hour (PAYE), dependent on the level of experience.\n, • Hybrid working arrangement for flexibility.\n, • Long term temporary role offering valuable experience.\n\n If you're interested in this role, apply now. \n

Axon Moore are currently partnering with a well-established and growing financial services business to recruit an experienced Reporting Accountant. \n Working closely with Finance and key stakeholders, you will play an important role in the preparation of statutory and regulatory reporting, support the external audit process, and provide input on technical accounting matters. You will also contribute to maintaining a strong financial control environment and identifying opportunities to improve reporting processes. \n Key Responsibilities: \n\n • Support the preparation of statutory financial statements, interim reporting and regulatory submissions.\n, • Prepare and review regulatory reporting, including SFCR and QRTs.\n, • Ensure reporting complies with relevant accounting and regulatory requirements, including IFRS, LUXGAAP and Solvency II.\n, • Support month-end and statutory close activities, including balance sheet reconciliations, journals, accruals and disclosures.\n, • Assist with technical accounting assessments covering areas such as reinsurance, acquisitions and disposals, impairments, assumption changes and model changes.\n, • Support Group reporting and consolidation, including reporting packs, intercompany reconciliations and eliminations.\n, • Work with external auditors throughout the audit cycle, responding to queries and helping ensure timely completion.\n, • Contribute to the ongoing development of the financial control environment, including controls, process documentation and remediation activity.\n, • Identify and implement improvements to reporting processes, including opportunities for greater automation, standardisation and efficiency.\n\n We are looking for a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with relevant post-qualification experience. You will ideally have: \n\n • Experience in statutory and regulatory reporting, ideally within financial services or insurance.\n, • Experience preparing or reviewing statutory financial statements under LUXGAAP.\n, • Knowledge of EU regulatory reporting, including SFCR and QRTs.\n, • A good understanding of life insurance accounting and the relationship between Finance and Actuarial teams.\n, • Experience dealing with technical accounting judgements, disclosures and complex transactions.\n, • Experience working with external auditors and operating within a strong financial control environment.\n, • A proactive approach to process improvement, with an interest in improving efficiency and automation.\n\n This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant looking to develop their technical accounting and reporting experience within a complex and regulated environment. \n The business offers a generous benefits package, bonus, hybrid working (two days in the office per week) and excellent opportunities for career development and progression. \n Our local Lancashire Axon Moore team recruit all accounting and finance roles from CFO to transactional finance on both a temporary and permanent basis. For more information about this role or our wider team, please contact Kat Goulding on or on . INDFIN

Location: Manc CCRate: £350 per day - Outside IR35Contract: Interim - Immediate StartHybrid: 2 days per week onsite initially, with flexibility as the assignment progresses \n \n We are recruiting an experienced, hands-on Interim Management Accountant to support a business immediately following an acquisition. \n This is a fantastic assignment for an experienced interim who is comfortable walking into an SME finance environment where processes and reporting need significant improvement. You will take ownership of the finance function, establish what needs fixing, and bring the business up to the reporting and control standards required by its new parent company. The Role\n Working closely with senior finance leadership, you will: \n\n • Take day-to-day ownership of the acquired company's finance function.\n, • Assess the existing accounts, processes, controls and reporting and identify immediate priorities.\n, • Get under the skin of the numbers and resolve historic accounting issues.\n, • Produce accurate management accounts and improve the quality and timeliness of financial reporting.\n, • Support quarterly group reporting requirements.\n, • Review balance sheet reconciliations and ensure accounts are accurate and supported.\n, • Oversee client banking and cash-related processes.\n, • Manage and support an existing finance team of approximately six.\n, • Introduce stronger controls, processes and month-end disciplines.\n, • Work closely with the wider Group Finance team throughout the integration.\n, • Help prepare the business for migration onto a new group finance system within the next 6-9 months.\nThe Ideal Candidate\n We are looking for someone who: \n\n • Is an experienced Finance Manager / Management Accountant\n, • Has previously inherited a finance function requiring improvement or clean-up.\n, • Is genuinely hands-on and comfortable getting into the detail.\n, • Has strong management accounts and balance sheet experience.\n, • Can identify issues quickly and implement practical solutions.\n, • Has experience managing or overseeing a small finance team.\n, • Is comfortable working within an SME environment where processes may initially be manual.\n, • Experience with Sage and/or VT would be advantageous.\n, • Acquisition, integration or finance transformation experience would be highly beneficial.\n, • Previous professional services or legal-sector experience would be useful but is not essential.\n\n This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced interim to make a tangible impact during a significant period of change. \n Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

Location: Stockport, Greater ManchesterJob Type: Full-time, Permanent \n A well-established and expanding accountancy practice in Stockport is looking to recruit an experienced Client Manager to join its growing team. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant who enjoys managing their own client portfolio while contributing to team development and supporting senior leadership. \n The role \n As a Client Manager, you will take responsibility for a diverse portfolio of clients, acting as their primary point of contact and delivering high-quality accounting, tax and advisory services. Working closely with Senior Managers and Directors, you will be involved in technical work, client advisory matters and mentoring junior colleagues. \n Key responsibilities \n\n • Review statutory accounts for companies and accounts for sole traders\n, • Review corporation tax computations and returns\n, • Prepare technical and client-facing advice with guidance from Senior Managers and Directors\n, • Oversee personal tax compliance, including annual tax returns\n, • Ensure financial statements are accurate and compliant with relevant standards\n, • Manage and maintain a portfolio of clients as their main point of contact\n, • Liaise with clients on deadlines, information requirements and queries\n, • Support Senior Managers and Directors across Accounts, Tax, VAT, Payroll and Company Secretarial work\n, • Communicate with clients to obtain necessary information in a timely manner\n, • Develop and maintain strong, long-term client relationships\n, • Provide ad hoc financial support, including analysis and interpretation of results\n, • Assist clients with internal systems and controls, including accounting software implementation\n, • Clearly explain tax and financial matters to advise and reassure clients\n, • Support, mentor and develop senior associates and supervisors\n\n About you \n\n • ACA / ACCA qualified (or equivalent)\n, • At least 2 years' post-qualification experience within an accountancy practice\n, • Demonstrable experience managing your own client portfolio\n, • Strong technical knowledge across accounts and tax, with a commitment to ongoing professional development\n, • Confident user of Outlook, Word and Excel\n, • Strong experience with Xero\n, • Experience with Iris, Alpha, QuickBooks and Sage 50 is advantageous\n, • Technologically confident and open to adopting new systems\n, • Self-motivated and adaptable, with the ability to apply skills to new situations\n, • Excellent communication and people management skills\n, • Ability to work under pressure while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail\n, • Strong analytical and research abilities\n\n The package \n\n • Competitive salary\n, • 25 days' annual leave plus public holidays\n, • Enhanced pension contributions\n, • Health plan benefits\n, • Flexible working options\n, • Clear career progression opportunities\n, • Ongoing training and professional development\n\n For more information, please apply today.

Part-Time Accounts Assistant \n Location: Trafford Park, Manchester \n Salary: Up to £30,000 FTE (pro rata) \n Job Type: Temporary to Permanent \n Our client, a well-established business based in Trafford Park, is seeking an experienced and proactive Accounts Assistant to join their finance team on a temporary to permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity for an organised finance professional looking for a part-time position within a supportive and fast-paced environment.The successful candidate will be available to start immediately and will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day finance function. \n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Processing supplier invoices accurately and efficiently\n, • Assisting with accounts payable and accounts receivable activities\n, • Supplier statement reconciliations\n, • Bank reconciliations\n, • Allocating payments and receipts\n, • Assisting with payment runs\n, • Handling finance-related queries from suppliers and internal stakeholders\n, • Supporting month-end processes\n, • Maintaining accurate financial records and documentation\n, • General finance and accounting support as required\n\n Person Specification \n\n • Previous experience working within an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Purchase Ledger or similar role\n, • Strong understanding of transactional finance processes\n, • Good working knowledge of accounting systems and Microsoft Excel\n, • High level of accuracy and attention to detail\n, • Strong communication and organisational skills\n, • Ability to manage workload effectively and meet deadlines\n, • Available to start immediately or at short notice\n\n What's on Offer \n\n • Salary up to £30,000 FTE (pro rata)\n, • Part-time working hours\n, • Temporary to permanent opportunity\n, • Immediate start available\n, • Free onsite parking\n, • Supportive and friendly working environment\n, • Opportunity to secure a permanent position with a growing business\n\n What you need to do now \n If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. \n 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

Trainee Accountant - No Experience Required \n Our training will help you kick-start a new career in Accounting & Finance. \n 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. \n 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. \n The traineeship is broken down into 3 simple steps and can be completed in as little as 3-6 months. \n Step 1 – Online Training \n 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. \n The course includes training towards recognised AAT qualifications, helping you build the knowledge employers are actively looking for within the accounting industry. \n Step 2 – Practical Training \n 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. \n Step 3 – Official Exams \n 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. \n Guaranteed Job Placement \n 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. \n You could work in positions such as: \n\n • Accounts Assistant\n, • Finance Administrator\n, • Bookkeeper\n, • Payroll Assistant\n, • Purchase Ledger Clerk\n\n 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. \n 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. \n Read through the information? Passionate about starting a new career? Apply now and one of our friendly advisors will be in touch. \n Please note that this is a training course and fees apply.

Meraki Talent is working with a leading and rapidly growing professional services firm to recruit a Senior Manager for its Outsourced Finance function. \n This is a broad, commercially focused role combining outsourced finance, financial reporting, finance transformation and advisory, working closely with CFOs, Finance Directors and senior leadership teams. \n \n The Role: \n\n • Lead the delivery of outsourced finance and accounting services across a portfolio of clients.\n, • Oversee management accounts, statutory accounts and financial reporting.\n, • Provide commercial insight and advice to CFOs and senior finance stakeholders.\n, • Lead projects across finance transformation, systems, processes and financial controls.\n, • Review finance functions and identify opportunities to improve reporting, efficiency, processes and controls.\n, • Manage client relationships and take ownership of projects from scoping through to delivery.\n, • Manage, coach and develop members of the team.\n, • Support business development and the continued growth of the Office.\n\n \n About You: \n You will be ACA, ACCA or equivalent qualified, with experience gained within Accountancy Practice, Outsourced Finance, CFO Advisory or a senior Industry finance position. \n You may currently be operating as a: \n Senior Manager | Manager | Financial Controller | Group Financial Controller | Senior Finance Manager \n You should have strong financial reporting and accounting knowledge, alongside the confidence to work directly with senior stakeholders. Experience across finance transformation, systems implementation, process improvement or project delivery would be particularly valuable. \n \n The Opportunity: \n This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to move beyond a traditional accounting role and develop broader exposure across CFO advisory, transformation and strategic finance projects, while joining an established and growing professional services business.

Your new company \n A large, value-led organisation with a significant UK presence is looking to appoint a Group Tax Manager to join its finance leadership team. Operating across a complex and highly regulated environment, the organisation manages a diverse portfolio of entities and places a strong emphasis on governance, compliance and long-term sustainability. \n This is an excellent opportunity to join a purpose-driven business where tax plays a key role in strategic decision-making. The role offers exposure to a broad range of tax matters, senior stakeholder engagement, and the opportunity to influence processes and controls across the wider group. \n Your new role \n Reporting into the Head of Financial Reporting, you will take ownership of the group's tax compliance and advisory activities, ensuring tax risks are effectively managed and all obligations are met accurately and on time. \n Key responsibilities will include: \n\n • Leading the preparation and submission of VAT, Corporation Tax, CIS, Gift Aid and Employment Tax returns\n, • Acting as the primary point of contact for HMRC and managing all tax-related correspondence\n, • Providing technical tax support and advice to senior stakeholders across the business\n, • Supporting strategic projects and assessing the tax implications of business decisions\n, • Managing relationships with external advisers and ensuring a smooth flow of information\n, • Monitoring changes in tax legislation and accounting standards, assessing their impact on the organisation\n, • Identifying opportunities to improve tax efficiency and strengthen financial controls\n, • Supporting statutory reporting processes and tax disclosures within the accounts\n, • Driving process improvements, system enhancements and the development of robust tax policies and procedures\n, • Leading on complextax consultations and technical projects across the group\n\n What you'll need to succeed \n To be successful in this role, you will be a qualified finance professional with strong UK tax experience gained either in industry or practice. \n You will bring: \n\n • ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CTA or equivalent CCAB qualification\n, • Strong knowledge of UK tax compliance, ideally including Corporation Tax, VAT and CIS\n, • Experience managing relationships with HMRC and external advisers\n, • The ability to interpret technical tax legislation and communicate complex issues to non-tax stakeholders\n, • Experience identifying tax risks and delivering practical business-focused solutions\n, • Strong analytical, reconciliation and problem-solving skills\n, • Excellent stakeholder management and communication abilities\n, • A proactive and commercially minded approach with a focus on continuous improvement\n\n Additional experience within a regulated environment and/or a professional tax qualification would be advantageous. \n What you'll get in return \n\n • Hybrid working arrangement with flexibility around office location\n, • Exposure to adiverse and complex tax portfolio\n, • Opportunity to work closely with senior finance leadership and key business stakeholders\n, • Broad advisory and project exposure alongside core compliance responsibilities\n, • A collaborative and supportive culture focused on professional development\n, • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package\n, • The chance to make a meaningful impact within a large, purpose-driven organisation\n\n This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Tax Manager or Senior Tax Manager looking tostep into a broader group role with significant exposure and long-term career potential. \n What you need to do now \n If you're interested in this Group Tax Manager role in Greater Manchester, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. \n 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

THE OPPORTUNITY \n An established independent accountancy practice in Old Trafford is looking for an experienced Healthcare Personal Tax Specialist to join its specialist team. \n The practice has a long-established client base, with a particular focus on GPs, medical consultants, dentists, pharmacists and other healthcare professionals. \n This is an excellent opportunity for someone with healthcare-sector tax experience who wants genuine autonomy, long-term client responsibility and the opportunity to become a key figure within an established practice. \n Working initially alongside the practice owner, you will gradually take responsibility for an established portfolio, becoming the trusted day-to-day adviser to your clients. There is also potential for the right individual to become involved in the long-term succession planning of the practice. \n THE ROLE \n You will have a strong focus on personal tax, alongside wider accounting and advisory responsibilities. \n KEY AREAS WILL INCLUDE \n\n • Managing an established portfolio of healthcare clients\n, • Preparing and reviewing personal tax returns\n, • Providing personal tax advice and planning\n, • Working with GPs, dentists, pharmacists, consultants and other medical professionals\n, • Dealing with clients with varied income streams, investments and business interests\n, • Applying knowledge of healthcare-specific tax and accounting considerations\n, • Reviewing accounts and identifying tax or accounting issues\n, • Liaising with clients, HMRC and other stakeholders\n, • Increasingly taking ownership of client relationships and the wider portfolio\n\n What Were Looking For \n Healthcare experience is essential. You should have previous experience within an accountancy practice and a strong background in personal tax, ideally with exposure to: \n\n • GP and medical partnerships\n, • Healthcare professionals\n, • NHS-related income and pensions\n, • Healthcare VAT and/or locum taxation\n, • Tax planning and advisory work\n\n ACA, ACCA, CTA, part-qualified or QBE candidates will be considered. Technical ability, healthcare experience and the confidence to manage clients autonomously are more important than qualification status alone. \n THE OPPORTUNITY \n This is more than a traditional tax role. The owner is looking to gradually reduce his day-to-day involvement and is seeking someone he can trust to take care of his established client base. \n For the right person, there is a genuine opportunity to progress towards greater responsibility, practice management and part of the long term succession planning of the practice. \n If you have the healthcare tax experience and are looking for a role with autonomy, stability and genuine long-term potential, this could be an excellent opportunity. \n To find out more please APPLY TODAY \n #IND-HL-25 \n \n Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. \n Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. \n

The Opportunity \n This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and growing independent accountancy practice with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality advice to owner-managed businesses across the North West. \n The firm is looking to appoint a Senior Accountant to manage a portfolio of clients, providing a proactive and professional service while working closely with senior leadership. This role is ideal for an experienced practice accountant looking for greater ownership, client interaction and long-term career progression within a collaborative team. \n The RoleAs a Senior Accountant, you'll take responsibility for your own client portfolio, building trusted relationships while ensuring a consistently high level of service. \n Responsibilities will include: \n\n • Managing a portfolio of owner-managed business clients from start to finish\n, • Preparing and reviewing statutory accounts\n, • Preparing corporation tax returns\n, • Acting as the primary point of contact for clients\n, • Leading client meetings and providing proactive accounting advice\n, • Preparing accounts in accordance with FRS 102 and FRS 105\n, • Managing deadlines and ensuring timely delivery of work\n, • Working closely with Managers and Directors on more complex assignments\n, • Identifying opportunities to add value through advisory services\n, • Supporting junior members of the team where required\n\n The Candidate \n The successful candidate will ideally have: \n\n • ACA or ACCA qualified (or qualified by experience)\n, • Strong experience within UK accountancy practice\n, • Previous experience managing a portfolio of clients independently\n, • Excellent knowledge of FRS 102 and FRS 105\n, • Experience preparing corporation tax returns\n, • Strong client-facing and relationship management skills\n, • Experience leading client meetings\n, • Personal tax experience would be advantageous but is not essential\n, • Excellent communication and organisational skills\n\n What's On Offer: \n\n • Hybrid working (3 days in the office, 2 days from home)\n, • Flexi-time\n, • Private medical insurance\n, • Salary sacrifice pension scheme\n, • Salary sacrifice electric vehicle scheme\n, • Ongoing learning and development\n, • Modern technology and systems\n, • Supportive and collaborative team culture\n, • Genuine long-term progression opportunities\n