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Were supporting a fast-growing, PE-backed business to recruit an Interim Management Accountant on an initial 6-month contract. With UK turnover at £130m and set to reach £180m following planned acquisitions, this is a newly created role driven by growth. Key responsibilities: * Monthly management accounts * Margin, cost and production analysis * Budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis * Business partnering with operational teams * Stock and efficiency reporting * Process and controls improvement About you: * Qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) * Strong management accounting background, ideally in a product-led environment * Commercial, analytical and confident influencing stakehol...

CV Screen is recruiting for an Interim Financial Accountant to join a well-established UK manufacturer and service provider within the safety and compliance sector. Based in Chesterfield, this office-based role offers a salary of £55,000 plus excellent benefits and runs through to December 2026. As the on-site finance lead, you'll play a pivotal role in driving financial performance, strengthening controls and partnering with operational leaders. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified finance professional seeking a long-term interim contract with real influence and visibility across the business. * Lead the month-end process, producing accurate management accounts with insightful variance analysis * Take full ownership of the balance sheet, reconciliations and financial controls * Oversee manufacturing finance activities including inventory, WIP and cost analysis * Support b...

We’re supporting a fast-growing, PE-backed business to recruit an Interim Management Accountant on an initial 6-month contract. With UK turnover at £130m and set to reach £180m following planned acquisitions, this is a newly created role driven by growth. Key responsibilities: * Monthly management accounts * Margin, cost and production analysis * Budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis * Business partnering with operational teams * Stock and efficiency reporting * Process and controls improvement About you: * Qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) * Strong management accounting background, ideally in a product-led environment * Commercial, analytical and confident influencing stakeholders * Strong Excel and systems skills What’s on offer: * 6-month contract, likely to extend * Competitive day rate * Hybrid working ...

Qualified Accountant (912 Month FTC) Chesterfield | £55,000 | Office-Based | Manufacturing We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established manufacturer seeking a Qualified Accountant to join their Chesterfield site on a 912 month fixed-term contract. The business has been trading for approximately 20 years and generates circa £10m turnover. Following a recent acquisition by a larger organisation within the same sector, the Chesterfield operation continues to run as a standalone division while longer-term group structure plans are reviewed. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong, hands-on accountant who enjoys operating in a site-based leadership role, while also engaging with a wider group finance function. The Role Reporting to the Group Financial Controller, you will act as the senior finance lead on site, working closely with a small, long-standing transactional team. This is a broad and varied position with responsibility for: * Full P&L and balance sheet ownership * Cash flow management * Month-end management accounts * Budgets and forecasting * Tax and statutory compliance * Analys...

Management Accountant (12-Month Fixed Term Contract) Chesterfield £55,000 + Benefits A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Qualified Accountant to join a well-established SME based in Chesterfield, now operating as part of a larger group. This is a 12-month fixed term contract, offering the chance to take ownership of the finance function on-site while working closely with a wider UK finance team. As the on-site Finance Lead, you will play a pivotal role in delivering accurate financial reporting, driving budgeting and forecasting processes, and ensuring strong financial controls. This is a highly visible position where you’ll act as a trusted advisor to the business, providing valuable insight to support strategic decision-making. Key Responsibilities • Lead the month-end close process, including journals, accruals, prepayments, and reconciliations., • Produce monthly management accounts with detailed variance analysis and commentary., • Take full ownership of the balance sheet, ensuring control and accuracy across key accounts., • Manage manufacturing accounting, including inventory, WIP, overheads, and cost variances., • Support group reporting and consolidation across UK entities., • Assist in the preparation of statutory accounts (IFRS)., • Act as the main contact for external auditors, managing queries and documentation.

Were supporting a fast-growing, PE-backed business to recruit an Interim Management Accountant on an initial 6-month contract.

An established SME in finance based in Chesterfield is seeking a Management Accountant for a 12-month contract. The role involves leading the finance function and delivering accurate financial reporting, managing month-end processes, and providing valuable business insights.

Our global client based in Hoddesdon is recruiting a Senior Sales Order Processing Associate to support their commercial operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for reviewing contracts, managing sales and purchase order data within ERP systems and ensuring the accurate and timely setup of invoice profiles. This role requires a methodical approach, strong numerical skills, and the ability to communicate effectively across departments. This role extends beyond basic order processing. It involves reviewing complex contracts from the Business Unit and Business Development teams, extracting key information and accurately inputting contract details into the ERP system so they can be converted into work orders. Candidates should have relevant experience administering large or complex orders within an ERP system, along with an understanding of billing and revenue milestones. Strong communication skills are essential, and the successful candidate must be confident, assertive and able to communicate effectively with colleagues, stakeholders and wider business professionals. Our client is a highly specialised, fast-growing company operating in a critical sector of the economy. The future is not just secure – it’s full of exciting possibilities. With rapid expansion comes the chance to develop your skills and advance your career faster than ever. You'll be supported and encouraged to keep learning and pushing your potential. It’s a place where teamwork thrives, and where you can enjoy what you do – a place that energises and inspires you! The role is a full-time permanent position working 37.5 hours per week Monday – Friday with flexibility on the start/finish times. You should ideally be based locally to Hoddesdon and have your own mode of transport due to our client’s location. Our client also offers the flexibility of hybrid working (3 days in the office and 2 days from home) along with a competitive salary, fantastic work environment and excellent company benefits. Duties include: • Maintaining sales order (contracts) and revenue records in systems, from project set up through to fulfilment (release for invoicing and marking of achievement of revenue milestones), in accordance with the contracts established with clients and in compliance with company and accounting policies., • Review contracts (Quotations, Work Orders and Purchase Orders) for completeness, compliance and accuracy., • Translate information from the contract to setting up the project in Access Focal Point (project software application) including the associated revenue recognition and invoicing profiles., • Raise internal purchase order requests for multi-site projects., • Trigger invoice requests in a timely manner – at signature of contract, regular monthly invoicing, per milestones or at project completion and through review of weekly invoicing milestone report., • Work collaboratively with the Business Unit Directors and Project Managers to ensure relevant monthly revenue recognition and invoicing activities undertaken across all projects., • Assist Project Managers by providing project timely reporting and analysis of information., • Assist in setting up and updating detailed tracking spreadsheets in Excel for multi-site/ complex/long term projects., • Work with site Management Accountant to ensure accurate recording of monthly revenue., • Evaluate processes and procedures to enhance the effectiveness of the business operations to support the growth in quantity and complexity of deals., • The job holder will be required to operate Focal Point for which proficiency is required or can be attained quickly and Access Dimensions (training on these systems will be provided). Skills/Experience required: • Senior experience in relevant contracts role within Sales / Finance environment with a mix of admin and finance experience., • Experience of ERP systems – i.e. Access, Sage, • Strong knowledge of basic financial principles and practices, • Proven ability to manage financial records pertaining to client contracts, • Numerical skills, • Proficient in Excel with good working knowledge of other MS Office packages, • Well organised and able to prioritise concurrent deadlines, • Analytical and problem-solving skills, • Good written and verbal communication skills at all levels, • Focused on execution with a strong attention to detail, • Good stakeholder and relationship management, • Degree Qualification within a business related subject preferred Benefits: • Competitive salary and a progressive and comprehensive suite of employee benefits., • State of the art working environment on site., • Opportunity for growth and development and will support funding for relevant training and development programmes. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us, please assume your application has not been successful on this occasion. We appreciate your interest and wish you the best of luck in your job search

Financial Accountant - Interim CV Screen is recruiting for an Interim Financial Accountant to join a well-established UK manufacturer and service provider within the safety and compliance sector. Based in Chesterfield , this office-based role offers a salary of £55,000 plus excellent benefits and runs through to December 2026. As the on-site finance lead, you'll play a pivotal role in driving financial performance, strengthening controls and partnering with operational leaders. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified finance professional seeking a long-term interim contract with real influence and visibility across the business. Duties & Responsibilities Lead the month-end process, producing accurate management accounts with insightful variance analysis Take full ownership of the balance sheet, reconciliations and financial controls Oversee manufacturing finance activities including inventory, WIP and cost analysis Support budgeting, forecasting, cashflow reporting and working capital management Act as key contact for auditors and ensure compliance with statutory and IFRS reporting What Experience is Required Qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA or CIMA) with strong Financial Accountant or Finance Business Partner experience Background in manufacturing or stock-focused environments Advanced Excel skills and ERP experience (NetSuite or similar) Salary & Benefits Salary of £55,000 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and Christmas shutdown Genuine opportunity to add value and influence senior stakeholders Location Based in Chesterfield , this role is commutable from Sheffield, Mansfield, Worksop, Dronfield, Matlock, Alfreton and Bakewell . How to Apply To apply, please send your CV in strict confidence to Giselle Whitton of CV Screen . Alternate Job Titles Financial Accountant (Interim) Senior Management Accountant Finance Business Partner Interim Finance Manager CV Screen Ltd 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 Privacy Policy which can be found on the CV Screen website. TPBN1_UKTJ

Service Charge AccountantDepartment: FinanceReports to: Accountant (Property Budgets & Customer)Location: Marylebone, LondonAbout the company:The Howard de Walden Estate (HdWE) is one of London’s largest and most prestigious estates, comprising over 800 properties across 95 acres of Marylebone. Pr

A leading global company is seeking an Accountant with SAP FICO experience for a 12-month contract in Greater London. Ideal for part-qualified or newly qualified accountants, this position offers exposure across finance operations and collaborative projects.

Key Relationships: Finance leadership and core Finance team (GL, AP/AR, reporting) Service Charge Accountants (in-situ SME + project FTC resource) Director of Operations, Business Analysts, IT Project Manager (internal support stakeholders) External System and Change Management partners (Avanade

A leading fintech company in London is seeking a Senior Group Accountant for a 12-month contract.

Marc Daniels Specialist Recruitment are working with a leading business in West London who are looking for a Management Accountant to join them on a 6‑month fixed‑term contract. Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) or equivalent experience.

This is a 1-year maternity cover contract.

A growing telecommunications business in the UK is seeking a Management Accountant to enhance monthly reporting and support financial processes during a busy transition. Ideal candidates are qualified accountants with strong Excel skills and can start immediately. This position offers a contract emp

A local authority recruitment agency is seeking a Technical/Financial Accountant for a 6-month contract in Greater London. Ideal candidates must be fully qualified accountants with financial reporting experience, particularly in local government.

An infrastructure services company is seeking a Management Accountant for a 12-month fixed-term contract in Reading, UK.

A leading property services company in Greater London is seeking an ambitious lettings client accountant to join their residential lettings support team. This is a fixed-term contract for 6 months with a strong emphasis on communication and customer service excellence.

Financial Accountant (Contract). The Financial Accountant supports day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records and reporting.

A local government entity in Greater London seeks a Pension Accountant for a 3-month initial contract, paying £550 daily.

A prominent UK charity is seeking an Interim Financial Accountant for a 3-6 month contract based in London with hybrid working.

Financial/Project Accountant - Fixed Term Contract (24 months). We are seeking a highly skilled insurance accountant to work within the LSL finance team supporting Syndicate accounting, reporting and projects. Qualified accountant with 3+ years insurance experience (either in a line role or Audit).

A global leader in nutrition is seeking a detail-oriented Management Accountant for an 18-month fixed term contract in the United Kingdom.

An innovative technology company is seeking a Financial Accountant for a 12-month contract. This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified accountant looking to make a significant impact in a growing business.

A well-established charity is seeking an experienced Financial / Capital Accountant with strong Fixed Asset Register expertise for a hybrid role in Greater London. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented and self-sufficient, ready to work in a fast-paced environment on a short-term contract.

Want to accelerate your career? Electrify your potential as a Management Accountant and join the fastest growing motorsport on the planet!. Are you a part-qualified accounting professional with a sharp eye for international compliance and a talent for streamlining financial operations? We are lookin

A leading audit support firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Financial Accountant to assist in preparing statutory accounts and ensuring financial statements are audit-ready.

A not-for-profit organization in Shropshire is seeking a Management Accountant on a three-month contract.

A well-known food company in Greater London is seeking a PTP Accountant Specialist for a 6-month contract.

A leading provider of insurance and reinsurance is seeking a Senior Branch (Project) Accountant for a 12-month Fixed-Term Contract in Greater London.

Employment Type: 2 year contract with the potential for conversion to a permanent position.

A leading global fintech company is seeking a Senior Group Accountant based in London.

A community-focused organization in Greater London seeks a Management Accountant on a 6-month fixed-term contract.

We are seeking a proactive and commercially minded Management Accountant to join a growing finance team within the Advertising industry. This is a fantastic opportunity for a part-qualified or fully qualified accountant who is passionate about turning numbers into meaningful insight and supporting s

A reputable charitable organization is seeking a skilled Fixed Asset Accountant to assist with a finance project for 3-6 months. The position requires strong proficiency in Excel and is offering £300-£400 per day for a contract working two days a week.

A recruitment firm is seeking a Capital Accountant / Finance Business Partner for a 4-month contract in Cambourne.

A leading communications company is seeking a Management Accountant for a 9-month contract in Greater London.

A leading UK Chartered accountancy firm based in London is seeking candidates for an ACA Training Contract starting in August 2026.

A recruitment agency is seeking a Tax Accountant for an initial 12-month contract in Aberdeen.

This is a contract position suitable for mid-senior level accountants.

Great new contract role within the Client Accounting team of a successful and expanding wealth management firm.

Do you thrive on building trusted relationships while guiding operational teams, finance budgets and forecasts, and leading a high-performing finance team to deliver excellence, integrity and continuous improvement? If so, we at GXO have a FTC opportunity for you! Join us as our Contract Accountant

Contract Senior FP&A/Reporting Accountant - Insurance - The City, London. My client, an insurance organisation, based in The City of London has a contract role for a Senior Accountant. Ideally ACCA qualified accountant (Finalists will be considered).

I’m currently partnering with a global organisation within the gaming sector to recruit a Management Accountant into their London-based finance team on a fixed-term contract basis.

The role offers an annual salary of £40,000 - £47,000 and an 18-month contract.

A listed real estate company is seeking a Senior Financial Accountant for a 6-month contract in Greater London.

A professional services firm based in Shrewsbury is seeking an Interim Accountant for a 6-month contract.