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Finance Manager | Specialist Engineering Consultancy | London Harmonic are proud to be retained by a well-established specialist engineering consultancy in their search for a Finance Manager. This is a great opportunity for a part-qualified accountant who wants real ownership, excellent study support, and a business that will genuinely invest in their development. The Client Our client is an SME specialist consultancy with over 20 years in their field, working with some of the UK's most prominent developers, property owners and design teams on complex, high-profile projects. They have offices across the UK and an established international presence in the US and are expanding into Europe and the Middle East. Last year, the business was acquired by a major international group, a 500-person firm with global reach and ambitious plans for European growth. Day-to-day, the business continues to operate as the close-knit SME it has always been, with the same leadership team, the same culture, and the same commitment to quality. The finance function is now growing to match their future ambitions. The Role Reporting to the Finance Director, you will take ownership of the UK finance operations: management accounts, month-end close, board reporting, budgeting and forecasting, and financial controls. You will also mentor a Finance Assistant and work closely with the wider business on day-to-day finance queries. Alongside the core finance role, there is a meaningful transformation piece. The business is mid-way through a systems and process overhaul, including recurring revenue and invoicing changes, and is beginning to integrate newly acquired UK businesses. You will be involved in both. The Finance Director is collaborative and present, and there is genuine autonomy and a clear expectation that you will bring your own thinking and take ownership of your area. Responsibilities * Own the month-end close process and produce monthly management accounts with clear analysis and commentary * Prepare board reporting packs for senior leadership * Review and post journals, accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations * Manage budgeting, forecasting and cash flow alongside the Finance Director * Maintain strong financial controls and support audit requirements * Support the ongoing systems transformation, including recurring revenue and invoicing changes * Assist with financial integration of newly acquired businesses * Mentor and support the finance apprentice * Liaise with external auditors on year-end statutory accounts What We Need to See (Essential) * Part-qualified ACCA, CIMA, ideally at the advanced or strategic stage * Solid hands-on experience with management accounts and month-end close * Strong Excel skills and comfort with accounting systems * A natural problem-solver who takes initiative and finds solutions * Clear communicator, comfortable with senior stakeholders and non-finance teams * Naturally curious, keen to learn and driven to develop professionally What We Would Love to See (Non-Essential) * Experience with recurring revenue, project-based billing or revenue recognition * Exposure to systems transformation or process improvement * Background in professional services, consultancy or project-led environments * Experience in a fast-growth or acquisition-led business * AAT qualified, now pursuing ACCA or CIMA Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 + bonus + full study support Location: London (Hybrid) Start date: Flexible At Harmonic, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We actively welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and assure you that every candidate will be thoughtfully considered for the roles we represent, without regard to race, religion, gender expression, disability, or sexual orientation.

Innovative Sporting Analytics Firm Based In London Looking For An Accountant To Join Their Firm! Your new company This innovative, high-profile sporting analytics firm has partnered with iconic VIP's and businesses around the globe. This forward-thinking firm based in Central London is renowned for their outstanding products and is the leading firm in their sector. The company has been operating for over 10 years, achieving exceptional growth and is looking for an ambitious Accountant to lead and drive change through their finance function. Your new role The client is looking to attract an ambitious, forward-thinking Assistant Accountant to support the Finance Director in a broad and busy role. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a fast-paced, purpose-driven organisation. Core responsibilities include: Own and maintain sales and purchase ledgers, ensuring all transactions are accurately recorded. Perform bank and credit card reconciliations Prepare the monthly management accounts Prepare and post month-end journals and assist with trial balances and reporting Maintain accurate financial records and filing Provide ad hoc finance support to the Finance Director What you'll need to succeed Experience of the above core responsibilities with global accounting experience Candidates must have worked in a sector linked to horse racing and / or have a passion for this sector Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills Confident communicator and effective team player What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. # 4772355

Recent relevant experience in a similar Financial Accountant or Assistant Accountant role. Financial Accountant - Hospitality - London - £40k-£45k - Hybrid.

Job title : Accounts Assistant permanent position full time (Office-Based) Salary around £40K pa according to experience plus one month conditional bonus Location: 168, Fulham road, London, SW10 9PR (Office-Based 5 days per week) easyGroup Ltd (easy.com) is the owner of the easy® family of brands created by Stelios starting with easyJet.com in1994. For more information see easyGroup manages the easy brand by teaming up with the right business partners in their industries. By licencing the easy name, easyGroup creates a steady royalty income stream and the majority of profits of easyGroup are donated to charity via the Stelios Philanthropic Foundation (Stelios. Foundation ). About the Role We’re looking for a hands-on Accounts Assistant to support the day-to-day accounting operations of a fast-moving, entrepreneurial business within a small team. Reporting to the Financial controller who reports to Stelios You’ll play a key role in keeping financial processes running efficiently and accurately What You’ll Be Doing • Processing revenue and costs invoices accurately and efficiently by matching them to purchase orders, • Managing supplier accounts, including reconciliations and query resolution and manage supplier payments, • Assist with sales ledger, including raising invoices and credit control and supporting credit control activities, • Performing daily and monthly bank reconciliations, • Assisting with month-end and year end processes, • Maintaining accurate records within accounting systems, • Supporting expense processing and internal reporting, • Helping improve processes and drive efficiencies where possible Essential • Right to work in the UK without visa sponsorship, • 3 years’ experience in a accounts role, • Qualified or part qualified accountant or equivalent degree, • Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy, • Proficient using Excel and accounting software and purchase order systems ( easyGroup uses Sage 50), • Experience in using salesforce, Docusign and Microsoft office suite, • Loading payments for approval with online banking ( easyGroup uses Coutts), • Good organisational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks, • Comfortable working in an office-based, fast-paced environment, • Comfortable working as part of a small, efficient team, • The salary will be earned based on timesheets and an agreed hourly rate for 40 hours per week, • Some travel will be required and will be remunerated at a higher hourly rate and 48 hours per week will be required, • There will be a conditional bonus of one months salary based on company and personal performance

Assistant Management Accountant – Growing Business Services Group – West End Are you an aspiring finance professional looking to accelerate your career within a high-growth, B Corp certified environment? Do you want to move away from legacy workflows and work with a modern, fully integrated technology platform that processes over £18m in annual revenue? About the Firm This growing Business Services Group is forecasted to grow 5x–10x over the next three years. The firm offers a scalable platform and a clear trajectory for professional progression within a fast-paced SME environment. Responsibilities • Process and post purchase ledger invoices using modern tools, • Prepare and process weekly payment runs ensuring all necessary internal approvals are obtained., • Oversee the monthly payroll process for the group, managing relationships with external providers and internal stakeholders., • Raise and issue sales invoices for business centre and partnership revenues to ensure consistent cash flow., • Perform comprehensive monthly bank reconciliations across all company accounts., • Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts and detailed financial reports for senior leadership. As an Assistant Management Accountant, you will: • Provide daily cash reporting directly to the CEO to support strategic decision-making., • Manage employee expense claims, ensuring strict compliance with company policies., • Liaise with suppliers and internal departments to resolve complex payment queries efficiently., • Maintain accurate financial records across cloud-based systems., • Support the year-end audit process by preparing necessary documentation and schedules. What You’ll Receive • Salary of £42,000 – £45,000 and a hybrid working model, • Full study support for ACCA (or equivalent) for the right candidate., • Real opportunities for rapid career progression as the business scales. At Austin Rose, we specialise in Finance recruitment and use our market insight to support professionals in securing roles aligned with their long-term ambitions. #acca #accountancyfirms #londonjobs

Assistant Management Accountant (Insurance / MGA) London (Hybrid) £40,000–£55,000 + study support We’re supporting a fast-growing, US-backed specialty insurance business operating within the MGA market, currently investing in strengthening its finance function as it scales. This is a broad, hands-on role working closely with the International Financial Controller, offering exposure across insurance accounting, reporting, and finance transformation initiatives. The Role This position goes beyond traditional finance responsibilities, combining core accounting with involvement in systems, processes, and business growth projects. It’s ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic, evolving environment and wants to play a key role in building a best-in-class finance function. Key Responsibilities • Support insurance accounting across premiums, commissions, fees, and claims, • Reconcile and review premium bordereaux from brokers and coverholders, • Assist with GWP, commissions, IPT, and settlement postings, • Support month-end close, including journals, accruals, and reconciliations, • Investigate variances and contribute to reporting commentary, • Assist with audit processes and ad hoc financial requests, • Support development of finance processes, controls, and systems, • Work on finance improvement initiatives as the business scales, • Assist with accounts payable/receivable and credit control activities About You • Experience within an MGA or insurance broker environment preferred, • Part-qualified (ACCA / ACA / CIMA) or qualified by experience, • Strong grounding in transactional finance and month-end processes, • Comfortable in a fast-paced, evolving business, • Strong Excel skills and attention to detail, • Proactive, solutions-focused, and keen to improve processes Why Apply? • Opportunity to help shape a growing finance function, • Broad exposure across accounting, reporting, and systems, • Clear progression to Senior Accountant, • Study support and long-term development, • Backed by US investment with strong growth trajectory

Financial Manager B2C Fintech Scaleup | London | Hybrid 4 Days a week I’m currently partnering with a fast-growing consumer fintech scaleup that is transforming how people spend and interact with financial services. Following significant growth and platform expansion, the business is now looking to hire a Financial Manager to join its Finance team in London. This is a great opportunity to step into a broad fintech finance role with exposure across payments, treasury, financial reporting and operational finance, while working closely with teams across the business. The company is scaling quickly and this role will play an important part in strengthening financial operations and supporting the next phase of growth. The Role You will help run the day-to-day finance operations of the business while contributing to reporting, controls and financial processes. You will gain exposure to areas including: • Month-end close and management reporting, • Payments operations, reconciliations and treasury processes, • Financial controls and finance operations, • Budgeting and forecasting support, • Regulatory and statutory reporting, • Cross-functional work with operations, compliance and data teams The role offers excellent exposure within a scaling fintech environment, making it ideal for someone looking to broaden their experience across operational finance and financial reporting. About You You may currently be working as a: Financial Accountant Assistant Accountant Finance Analyst or Finance Operations specialist And likely bring: • 2–5 years experience in accounting, finance operations or financial reporting, • Strong Excel skills and comfort working with financial systems, • High attention to detail and a structured approach to problem solving, • An interest in working within a high-growth tech or fintech environment Experience in payments, fintech, banking or regulated environments would be beneficial but is not essential. Candidates will be considered that have either on the job training without qualifications or those who are qual or part qual. Why This Role? • Join a high-growth fintech at an exciting stage of scale, • Work across a broad mix of financial accounting and operational finance, • Gain exposure to payments infrastructure and fintech operations, • Highly collaborative team environment, • Strong opportunity for career development as the company grows 📍 London 🏢 Hybrid working – 4 days office / 1 day remote

Assistant Financial Accountant with International Law Firm Based in Central London (hybrid working available) Assistant Accountant Responsibilities: • Assist in the preparation of statutory accounts and external audits, • Support the month-end process and journal entries, • Provide assistance with reconciliations (revenue, balance sheet, expenses) and investigate and amend irregularities, • Support the preparation of tax documentation and VAT returns, collaborating with European offices, maintaining compliance with local tax regulations, • Ad-hoc project, accounting and reporting tasks and covering for team members when required, • Utilise initiative to streamline processes and implement improvements, incorporating AI tools where possible to enhance efficiency Assistant Accountant Experience: • APPLICANTS MUST BE CURRENTLY WORKING IN A LAW FIRM OR LLP/ACCOUNTANCY FIRM ENVIRONMENT, • Part-qualified or willing to begin accountancy qualification studies, • Strong Excel, accuracy and organisational skills, • Ability to communicate with both financial and non-financial colleagues

If you are ready to take the next step in your accounting & finance career, apply now for this exciting Assistant Accountant opportunity. You'll cover all key aspects of transactional finance, whilst also supporting on the month-end cycle, work across year-end and audit, and contribute to the en

Previous experience in a finance role (Assistant Accountant, Accounts Assistant, or strong AP/AR background). This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Assistant Management Accountant to join a forward-thinking business where you can develop your skills and build a long-term career. Assistant

Assistant Accountant- 6 Month Fixed Term Contract - £30,000 - £40,000 + Benefits – Wandsworth, London – 5 days onsite. FryerMiles is delighted to be working with a global hospitality group to assist with the recruitment of an Assistant Accountant on a 6 month fixed term contract. Part qualifie

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You will work for a private membership service that gives travellers access to specially negotiated rates, added perks, and curated stays at high-end places around the world through a tech-driven platform built on strong hospitality partnerships. Recent, relevant experience working in a similar Assi

Your key responsibilities as Semi-Senior Accountant / Bookkeeper will include:. To be considered for this Semi-Senior Accountant / Bookkeeper position:. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Semi-Senior Accountant, Bookkeeper, or Accounts Assistant looking to step up within a reputable South London

Grafton Banks Finance are currently working with a well-respected and growing business with offices based in Central London to recruit an Assistant Accountant on a full-time permanent basis.

My client a premium, members-only travel service that provides exclusive, negotiated rates, elevated perks, and curated luxury stays around the world are seeking a technically strong Assistant Accountant to join their friendly team.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Accountant to join a thriving finance team in London on a 12-month fixed term contract.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic finance team of five and play a key role in supporting the Financial Controller with the day-to-day financial operations of the business.Manage and maintain purchase and sales ledgers, ensuring accurate and timely entry of transactions.Process purcha

We are working with a high-growth, fast-moving organisation seeking a capable and motivated Assistant Management Accountant to support the production of accurate, insightful financial reporting.

Overall this is an excellent opportunity for an Accounts Semi Senior, Accounts Assistant or Trainee Accountant, with at least one year experience, to join a good quality Top 20 Accountancy firm and be offered great training, support and future progression. Are you an Accounts Assistant, Trainee Acco

Experience in a similar finance role, such as; Assistant Finance Manager, Assistant Financial Controller, Management Accountant, Finance Manager or similar. Reporting to the Financial Controller, you'll be joining the team as a Management Accountant / Assistant Finance Manager. We're working with a

We're working on a Assistant Accountant within a volunteer-led, global charitable organisation, supporting the Finance Managers in delivering accurate financial control, reporting, and accounting services across the organisation.

Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Accounts Assistant, Accounts Administrator, Accounts Clerk, Finance Clerk, Finance Administrator, Accountant, Accounts Receivable, Credit Control, Cashflow Controller, Finance Coordinator, AAT may be considered for this role. AAT qualificatio

Choralis Consulting have instructions to recruit an Assistant Accountant.

If you're looking for a role as an Assistant Management Accountant where you can add real value and gain commercial exposure, we'd love to hear from you. Assistant Management Accountant. Assistant Management Accountant.

My client renowned a renowned multinational conglomerate committed to innovation and technology are looking for an ambitious Assistant Management Accountant to join their friendly team.

We’re partnering with a creative boutique agency that specialises in working with clients across the Fashion and Media space, supporting some truly exciting and recognisable brands.They are now looking for an Accounts Assistant to join their growing team on a full-time, permanent basis.This is a f

This position is ideal for someone with existing experience as a Production Accountant or Assistant Production Accountant, who is looking to take the next step in their career within a busy and supportive production finance environment. Previous experience as a Production Accountant or Assistant Pro

Assistant Finance Manager • Location: London, • Job Type: 12-month fixed term contract We are seeking a proactive and experienced finance professional to join our client’s commercial real estate finance team on a 12-month fixed term contract. This role offers the unique opportunity to contribute to the financial management of a large and complex commercial real estate portfolio, providing both challenge and reward in equal measure. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Accountant with 2-5 years post qualification experience in the real estate sector who is seeking a long-term contract opportunity to hone and develop their skills. Day-to-day of the role: • Financial Oversight: Manage the complete spectrum of financial and accounting functions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with local accounting standards and IFRS., • Reporting and Analysis: Take charge of month-end closings, prepare financial statements for group reporting, and conduct detailed financial analysis to support strategic decisions., • Audit and Compliance:&...

We are working with a fast-growing, dynamic business based near St John's Wood that is looking to hire an Assistant Management Accountant on a temp-to-perm basis. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temp

Our client is looking for an Interim Assistant Management Accountant to support a multi-site, luxury wellness business on a 3-6 month contract, with a potential for the role to go permanent later down the line.

An established international financial services business is looking for an Interim Assistant Accountant to join its Finance team in Paddington.

We are looking for an immediately available candidate who can start quickly and complete the entirety of the 3 month contract (possible extension). We’re working with a growing consultancy based in London that is looking to bring in an Assistant Accountant on a 3-month temporary basis.

We are working with a privately owned and highly respected media production group known for delivering premium factual and documentary content for leading UK and international broadcasters.In a market where many production companies are facing challenges, this organisation is thriving, expanding, an

The Assistant Management Accountant will play a key role in supporting financial operations for a large, global supply chain & manufacturing business in Central London. A successful Assistant Management Accountant should have:. This is a great opportunity for a part-qualified accountant to move

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We’re exclusively partnered with a multi-entity construction business as they look to add a Group Assistant Accountant to their team. Experience in a month end finance role in a similar Assistant Accountant capacity. Are you an experienced Assistant Accountant, comfortable working in a varied mont

Our client is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Permanent Outsourcing Assistant Accountant to join their team in Greater London. This role offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced practice accountant to utilise their skills in managing outsourcing activities, supporting client

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Assistant Management Accountant – Growing Business Services Group – West End. As an Assistant Management Accountant, you will:.

Are you an AAT or ACA/ACCA part-qualified accountant with solid practice experience and a passion for both accounts and tax? This boutique tax-led advisory firm is expanding and looking for an Accounts Assistant to join their collaborative London team. Study support available for AAT, ACA or ACCA pr

Reporting into the Finance Manager, the Graduate Assistant Accountant will support on a number of key transactional and reporting duties across various entities, dealing with AP/AR and month-end. The ideal candidate for this Graduate Assistant Accountant position, should have the following:.

Role: Finance Manager Client: Exec Travel Company Location: Central London Contract: Permanent Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 DOE Ref: VFR 3285 VisionFR is delighted to be working with a Fabulous SME company working in the Luxury Travel sector to help with their search for a Finance Manager to support their growing businesses. Reporting into the Head of Finance and managing a finance assistant. The Finance Manager will have overall responsibility for the day-to-day finance operations, ownership of the management accounts process and supporting statutory reporting. This opportunity would suit a part-qualified or qualified-by-experience accountant who is methodical, reliable, and comfortable taking ownership of financial records and reporting within a collaborative, fast-paced SME environment Key Responsibilities of the Finance Manager: • Ownership of the monthly management accounts process, including revenue and cost reconciliations, journals, and analysis of overheads against budget, • Prepare monthly and year-to-date reporting packs for review and agreement with the Head of Financ...

This position is ideal for someone with existing experience as an Assistant Production Accountant, who is looking to take the next step in their career within a busy and supportive production finance environment. Due to continued growth, the business is recruiting an Assistant Production Accountant

Head of Accounts | London (Hybrid) | £80,000 to £95,000 plus benefits Not every senior finance role has to come with late nights, weekend work and a constant fire to put out. This one doesn't. A long-established and successful London-based professional services group is looking for an experienced, qualified accountant to take ownership of their group finance function. It's a genuinely senior role. You'll report directly to the MD, run the show on cash flow, statutory accounts, Board reporting and group compliance, and have an Accounts Assistant to support you. But the environment is calm and the hours are honest. There is no overtime expected. You leave at 5pm and the work stays at the office. The role • Day-to-day running of the Group's accounts and cash management, • Statutory accounts, VAT returns, monthly approval of outsourced payroll, • Rolling 18-month cash flow forecasting with commentary, • Quarterly Board management accounts pack with commentary, • Service charge accounts for assets held within the Group (commercial and residential, TPI/RICS), • Nominated officer for GDPR, AML and ICO matters, • Admin support to the Company Secretary across UK Group entities, • Main point of contact for external accountants, banks and the offshore parent

Assistant Financial Accountant. The Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Assistant Financial Accountant to join our Finance team. This role would suit a part-qualified accountant looking to further develop their experience within a not-for-

Line management of one Assistant Management Accountant. Preparation of monthly management accounts including a range of journal entries. Assistant Management Accountant | 3 month contract | South West London | Consumer Business | £53,000-£57,000 | 4 days per week in office |.

Are you an Accounts Semi Senior, Accounts Assistant or Trainee Accountant with at least one year experience in a good quality accountancy firm, looking to upgrade to a large Top 20 practice based in Central London (City location) which will offer you first rate support, training, exposure to interes