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Management Accountant (Interim)15-Month Contract Leeds - HybridImmediate Start Elevation Recruitment Group are recruiting a Management Accountant on behalf of a client for a 12-month contract. Reporting to the Financial Controller, you’ll manage monthly reporting, balance sheets, reconciliations, and support audits. What you’ll do: * Prepare management accounts, journals, and P&L analysis * Reconcile balance sheets and support group reporting * Maintain strong internal controls and improve processes * Assist with statutory accounts and audits * Deputise for the Financial Controller when needed You’ll have: * ACA, ACCA, CIMA (or part-qualified) * Strong accounting knowledge, advanced Excel & financial systems skills * Attention to detail, analytical mindset, and ability to work independently If you’re a technically strong accountant looking for a dynamic 12-month opportunity, apply now to join a supportive finance team through Elevation Recruitment Group

This innovative and fast growing business has experienced exceptional expansion over the last 3–4 years. As a true disruptor in their market, they offer a fresh, forward thinking approach that sets them apart. Alongside their commercial success, they have built an outstanding working culture and remain genuinely committed to their core values. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Financial Accountant to join the team on a long term interim basis, starting as soon as possible. Fully qualified, you will be a seasoned interim professional who is confident stepping into new environments, quickly gaining traction, and delivering value from day one. Working as a senior member of the finance team, you will oversee key financial accounting activities and report directly to both the Financial Controller and CFO. Key Responsibilities: • Maintain weekly site and consolidated cash flow forecasts, working closely with the FC and CFO., • Provide technical accounting guidance to the business., • Oversee the daily management of HIF accounts., • Prepare and post month end journals., • Complete quarterly VAT returns., • Manage monthly Intrastat submissions., • Handle national statistics reporting requirements., • Prepare year end statutory accounts., • Support ad hoc reporting needs., • Mentor and support less experienced team members., • Build strong working relationships across all departments., • This is a long term interim position, expected to run for approximately 12 months on a fixed term contract. If this opportunity sounds of interest, please get in touch as soon as possible for a confidential conversation. Sharp Consultancy is a finance and accountancy recruitment specialist assisting accounting and finance divisions of businesses in the Yorkshire and Derbyshire area. With over 30 years' experience we pride ourselves on sourcing excellent finance professionals across all divisions of an accounts function. Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction. To apply please send your CV to the e-mail address stated, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications, we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within seven days, please note that on this occasion your application has not been successful.

Interim Tax Department Opportunity - 3-6 Month Contract Are you a qualified accountant seeking a new challenge? Our client is searching for an interim professional to support their busy tax department for a period of 3-6 months. This role offers exposure to varied accounting tasks within a dynamic team environment. Key Requirements: • Ideally, you hold an accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)., • You have solid and broad accounting experience; a background in tax is not required., • Collaborate with existing team members to support daily operations., • Assist with compliance, reporting, and financial analysis within the tax function. This role is hybrid and you will need to be onsite in North Leeds at least two days a week. Interested? Please submit your CV or contact our team for further details. 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:

A leading business based in North Leeds seeks an experienced Management Accountant for an initial 6 month contract which may lead to a permanent opportunity. The role will involve the following tasks: • Assist in preparation of management accounts packs including calculation and posting of accruals, prepayments., • Variance analysis and assistance with preparation of monthly P+Ls., • Preparation of monthly recharges and reconciliation of intercompany balances, working with finance team to investigate any differences., • Monthly reconciliation of balance sheet codes., • Maintaining sales ledgers, ensuring the invoiced amounts reflect any contract changes and are collected in a timely manner., • Preparation of VAT returns., • Respond to audit queries and provide information for preparation of statutory accounts., • Maintain controls and processes., • Support of Senior Finance Manager on project based work. To be considered you may be either formally qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA), a late stages studier or qualified by experience but you must have a proven history of management accounting and reconciliation work. The company has a brilliant culture and can offer hybrid working with the expectation to be on site 2-3 days per week. There is a chance this could lead to a longer term opportunity but please only apply if you have the relevant background plus you are available to start straight away. Sharp Consultancy is a finance and accountancy recruitment specialist assisting accounting and finance divisions of businesses in the Yorkshire and Derbyshire area. With over 30 years' experience we pride ourselves on sourcing excellent finance professionals across all divisions of an accounts function. Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction. To apply please send your CV to the e-mail address stated, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications, we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within seven days, please note that on this occasion your application has not been successful.

Elevation Recruitment Group are pleased to be working with a well-established organisation in Leeds to recruit a Financial Accountant on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified accountant looking for ownership of statutory reporting, audit management and inte

We are seeking a qualified Management Accountant to join a well-established public sector organisation in Sheffield on a 12-month fixed-term contract. Supporting the Head of Finance, you will play a key role in delivering timely, accurate, and insightful management reporting to support operational and strategic decision-making.This role will take ownership of monthly management accounts, budgeting and forecasting cycles, variance analysis, and financial performance reporting across service areas. You will also partner closely with operational teams to provide financial guidance, ensure robust cost control, and support value-for-money initiatives.The ideal candidate will be a technically strong accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA), confident in a business-partnering environment, with experience in housing, ALMOs, local government, or other public-sector settings being highly advantageous. Strong Excel skills, a proactive approach, and the ability to communicate complex financial information clearly are essential. 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 Description We are seeking a qualified Management Accountant to join a well-established public sector organisation in Sheffield on a 12-month fixed-term contract.

A leading insurance company is seeking a Direct Tax Accountant based in Leeds with regular workdays in London.

Management Accountant - 12 month fixed term contract (5560). Fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent) with relevant post-qualification experience. As a key member of the Finance team, the Management Accountant will act as a financial business partner, focusing on cost control, budg

We're looking for an enthusiastic and technical finance professional to join growing Group Finance function as a Financial Control Accountant, on an initial 12 month fixed-term-contract basis. You'll play a key role in driving financial success across multiple jurisdictions, and reporting to the Sen

A leading international insurance firm seeks a talented individual for a financial reporting role in Leeds.You'll manage accounting records and ensure compliance while providing insights on FX and financial results.The position requires strong financial acumen, relevant qualifications, and experienc

A finance recruitment agency is seeking a hands-on Statutory & Compliance Accountant for a 12-month fixed-term contract in Leeds. The ideal candidate should be a qualified accountant with statutory accounting experience, supportive in audits, and proficient in IFRS.

Management Accountant - 12 month fixed term contract (5560). As a key member of the Finance team, the Management Accountant will act as a financial business partner, focusing on cost control, budgeting, and forecasting of overheads. Manage and develop an Assistant Management Accountant, fostering gr

Applicants should be part-qualified accountants with proven expertise in financial services and proficiency in data tools like Power BI and Alteryx. The position is full time on a 12 month fixed-term contract, offering hybrid work options and comprehensive benefits including medical insurance and pe

This is a year interim contract with the potential to go permanent.

Fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent) with relevant post‑qualification experience. As a key member of the Finance team, the Management Accountant will act as a financial business partner, focusing on cost control, budgeting, and forecasting of overheads. Manage and develop an

Management Accountant - 12 month fixed term contract (5560). Fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent) with relevant post-qualification experience. As a key member of the Finance team, the Management Accountant will act as a financial business partner, focusing on cost control, budg

A leading accounting services firm in Leeds is seeking a hands-on, qualified Statutory & Compliance Accountant for a 12-month fixed term contract. You’ll support the Divisional Reporting Accountant in managing statutory accounts and audit backlogs across international entities.

This is a Fixed Term Contract until the end of September.

Finance Assistant Leeds - Hybrid - 2 days in office per week 12 months contract £16.41 ph PAYE Our commitment is to provide equal opportunity regardless of, for example, your gender, age, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation or beliefs. We also engage with employers to develop programmes and pathways that embrace diverse talent and promote more inclusive employment worldwide through partnerships and other initiatives. We recognise and celebrate the value of difference and how it makes us faster, smarter and more innovative than our competition. Our client is a global leader in insurance, risk management and consulting services. They help businesses grow, communities thrive and people prosper. A culture driven by their people, over 40,000 strong, serving their clients with customized solutions that will protect them and fuel their futures. As a member of their global brokerage team, you'll help their clients address risk, protect assets and recover from losses They are looking for a Finance Assistant to join their small Central Finance Team on a 12 month contract with the potential to convert to a permanent role. You will be working Monday to Friday, standard office hours with the occasional out of hours requirement in line with business needs. The role is hybrid working being in the office 2 days a week with the remainder of time working from home. The Role The Finance Assistant will join a small finance team, working directly with the Company Accountant and Head of Finance. As Finance Assistant you will be responsible for the following: Accounts receivable, daily banking and reconciliation functions Collation of supplier invoices for payment Working with the Company Accountant to ensure accurate and timely processing of day-to-day financial activities including bank and nominal ledger reconciliations Supporting client take on and take off processes and monitoring monthly completion of staff timesheets within the time recording system Working as part of the Central Finance team to ensure all recurring tasks are completed in a timely and professional manner Your Skills and Experience To be successful with your application, you would ideally have: Previous experience working in a finance role Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and ability to work independently Experience of using Microsoft Office, including Microsoft Teams, Outlook, Word and Excel Excellent written and verbal communication skills The ability to operate as a 'self-starter' and with minimal supervision whilst communicating clearly to the Central Finance team A high level of integrity, be self-motivated, honest and diligent, with a strong attention to detail Candidates must show evidence of the above in their CV to be considered. Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention

Following a period of acquisition activity a privately owned, multi-site group with turnover need an experienced interim Group Financial Controller to step in quickly, stabilise the financial control environment and ensure the numbers are in good order whilst they complete a permanent appointment. What the role involves The immediate focus will be on post-acquisition accounting - bringing recently integrated entities up to standard, ensuring consolidations are clean, and producing accurate, timely reporting for the Board and CFO. You'll take ownership of the month-end close, balance sheet and statutory obligations across the group, and provide the senior leadership team with the financial clarity they need to keep operating confidently. Group month-end close and multi-entity consolidations Balance sheet ownership and reconciliations Post-acquisition accounts preparation and entity integration Statutory accounts and audit support Cash flow reporting and working capital oversight Financial controls - maintaining and where necessary improving Contact for auditors, tax advisers and banking relationshipsWho they need A qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with a solid practice background - ideally Top 10 or Big 4 - and proven experience in a group financial control environment. You'll be comfortable picking up quickly, working with limited handover, and delivering accuracy under pressure. Multi-entity consolidation experience is essential. The detail £80,000 – £100,000 PAYE Hybrid working with regular on-site presence in Leeds Available within two weeks Rolling contract with potential to convert to the permanent role for the right candidateIPS Finance has 45 years’ experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market. We have built our business on long term relationships with both individuals and clients in all sectors, bringing real benefits to all concerned. Please visit our website to view the latest accountancy / finance and practice opportunities

Following a period of acquisition activity a privately owned, multi-site group with turnover need an experienced interim Group Financial Controller to step in quickly, stabilise the financial control environment and ensure the numbers are in good order whilst they complete a permanent appointment. What the role involves The immediate focus will be on post-acquisition accounting -bringing recently integrated entities up to standard, ensuring consolidations are clean, and producing accurate, timely reporting for the Board and CFO. You'll take ownership of the month-end close, balance sheet and statutory obligations across the group, and provide the senior leadership team with the financial clarity they need to keep operating confidently. Group month-end close and multi-entity consolidations Balance sheet ownership and reconciliations Post-acquisition accounts preparation and entity integration Statutory accounts and audit support Cash flow reporting and working capital oversight Financial controls -maintaining and where necessary improving Contact for auditors, tax advisers and banking relationships Who they need A qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with a solid practice background -ideally Top 10 or Big 4 -and proven experience in a group financial control environment. You'll be comfortable picking up quickly, working with limited handover, and delivering accuracy under pressure. Multi-entity consolidation experience is essential. The detail £80,000 £100,000 PAYE Hybrid working with regular on-site presence in Leeds Available within two weeks Rolling contract with potential to convert to the permanent role for the right candidate IPS Finance has 45 years experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market. We have built our business on long term relationships with both individuals and clients in all sectors, bringing real benefits to all concerned. Please visit our website to view the latest accountancy / finance and practice opportunities. TPBN1_UKTJ

At Paragon Brand Services, we don’t overcomplicate things. We focus on delivery, clarity, and doing the job properly. We’re looking for a hands-on, qualified Statutory & Compliance Accountant to support our Divisional Reporting Accountant during a busy period of backlog reduction and change. This is a delivery-focused contract for someone who enjoys rolling up their sleeves and seeing real progress. You’ll play a key role in clearing statutory and audit backlogs across our international entities, while supporting the transition of outsourced accounting and compliance to BDO. If you come from practice, enjoy working with auditors, and like bringing order to complexity — this one’s for you. What you’ll be doing • Hands-on support of the statutory accounts and compliance cycle across multiple international entities, • Preparing, reviewing, and coordinating statutory accounts and audit deliverables, • Supporting group and local audits, liaising with BDO and local auditors, • Assisting with corporation tax filings and responding to ad-hoc tax and audit queries, • Maintaining clear trackers for statutory deadlines, audits, and filings, • Supporting the transition of entities from multiple local accountants to BDO, • Helping standardise and simplify statutory processes and documentation, • Other ad-hoc tasks as required — this is a practical, sleeves-up role What we’re looking for • Finalist or Qualified Accountant (ACA / ACCA or equivalent preferred), • Statutory accounting experience, ideally within a group or international environment, • Proven experience producing statutory accounts and supporting audits, • Solid understanding of IFRS and statutory reporting requirements, • Advanced Excel and Microsoft Office skills, • Comfortable working with external auditors and outsourced providers, • High attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines, • Confident, organised, and delivery-focused The details • 12-month fixed term contract, • 1–2 days per week hybrid presence in our Leeds office (possibly reducing after settling in period), • Ideal for someone who enjoys focused, high-impact work during a period of change If you like getting stuck in, bringing structure to statutory processes, and making tangible progress — we’d love to hear from you. Devonshire is an equal-opportunity employer, and we encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of gender, race, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation or marital status. We recognise how challenging this current job market is for candidates, and Paragon Talent Solutions are therefore striving to provide the best candidate experience we can. If you are interested in this opportunity, we kindly request that you apply via this LinkedIn advert, as opposed to sending us an email or LinkedIn direct message. We are eager to ensure that each candidate application is considered fairly, and receives a consistent experience. Unfortunately, we cannot ensure this standard if you enquire about a role via email or LinkedIn message, as it falls outside of our established process

We are seeking a qualified Management Accountant to join a well‑established public sector organisation in Sheffield on a 12‑month fixed‑term contract. Supporting the Head of Finance, you will play a key role in delivering timely, accurate, and insightful management reporting to support operational and strategic decision‑making.This role will take ownership of monthly management accounts, budgeting and forecasting cycles, variance analysis, and financial performance reporting across service areas. You will also partner closely with operational teams to provide financial guidance, ensure robust cost control, and support value‑for‑money initiatives. The ideal candidate will be a technically strong accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA), confident in a business‑partnering environment, with experience in housing, ALMOs, local government, or other public‑sector settings being highly advantageous. Strong Excel skills, a proactive approach, and the ability to communicate complex financial information clearly are essential. 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 (url removed)

At Paragon Brand Services, we don’t overcomplicate things. We focus on delivery, clarity, and doing the job properly. We’re looking for a hands-on, qualified Statutory & Compliance Accountant to support our Divisional Reporting Accountant during a busy period of backlog reduction and change. This is a delivery-focused contract for someone who enjoys rolling up their sleeves and seeing real progress. You’ll play a key role in clearing statutory and audit backlogs across our international entities, while supporting the transition of outsourced accounting and compliance to BDO. If you come from practice, enjoy working with auditors, and like bringing order to complexity — this one’s for you. What you’ll be doing • Hands-on support of the statutory accounts and compliance cycle across multiple international entities, • Preparing, reviewing, and coordinating statutory accounts and audit deliverables, • Supporting group and local audits, liaising with BDO and local auditors, • Assisting with corporation tax filings and responding to ad-hoc tax and audit queries, • Maintaining clear trackers for statutory deadlines, audits, and filings, • Supporting the transition of entities from multiple local accountants to BDO, • Helping standardise and simplify statutory processes and documentation, • Other ad-hoc tasks as required — this is a practical, sleeves-up role What we’re looking for • Finalist or Qualified Accountant (ACA / ACCA or equivalent preferred), • Statutory accounting experience, ideally within a group or international environment, • Proven experience producing statutory accounts and supporting audits, • Solid understanding of IFRS and statutory reporting requirements, • Advanced Excel and Microsoft Office skills, • Comfortable working with external auditors and outsourced providers, • High attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines, • Confident, organised, and delivery-focused The details • 12-month fixed term contract, • 1–2 days per week hybrid presence in our Leeds office (possibly reducing after settling in period), • Ideal for someone who enjoys focused, high-impact work during a period of change If you like getting stuck in, bringing structure to statutory processes, and making tangible progress — we’d love to hear from you. Devonshire is an equal-opportunity employer, and we encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of gender, race, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation or marital status. We recognise how challenging this current job market is for candidates, and Paragon Talent Solutions are therefore striving to provide the best candidate experience we can. If you are interested in this opportunity, we kindly request that you apply via this LinkedIn advert, as opposed to sending us an email or LinkedIn direct message. We are eager to ensure that each candidate application is considered fairly, and receives a consistent experience. Unfortunately, we cannot ensure this standard if you enquire about a role via email or LinkedIn message, as it falls outside of our established process

We are seeking an experienced Interim Group Financial Accountant to support a large group of companies during a significant time of growth.

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. About you: Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) or equivalent experience.

A medium-sized organisation in Oxfordshire is seeking a detail-oriented Financial Accountant to manage financial reporting and accounting operations.

A leading media firm based in London is seeking a German speaking Accountant for a contract role supporting the German market.

We are seeking a technically strong, detail-oriented, and hands-on Qualified Management Accountant. Youll work directly with senior stakeholders including the Director of Financial Controlling, senior management accountants, commercial teams, and external auditors. Note- This is a 12 month Fixed T

This 6-month contract requires a qualified accountant with at least 5 years of experience in a local authority setting. A recruitment firm in South West England is seeking an Interim Chief Accountant for a local authority.

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

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 successful financial services firm is seeking a Financial Accountant / Management Accountant for a 12-month contract with the possibility of becoming permanent.

A leading survival technology provider in Dunmurry is seeking an Assistant Accountant on a fixed-term contract.

A leading VC fund is seeking an experienced Fund Accountant for a 6-month contract in Greater London.

A leading venture capital firm in London is looking for a Temporary Fund & Portfolio Accountant to manage quarterly reporting and fund operations. The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant with relevant experience in fund accounting, particularly in venture capital.

A leading SaaS company in London is seeking a Financial Accountant for a 6-month contract.

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

A leading infrastructure investment firm in Central London is looking for a Project Accountant to manage financial operations for high-profile projects. The ideal candidate will be a newly or recently qualified Accountant with strong accounts preparation experience and the ability to handle multiple

Management Accountant (Fixed Term Contract). Qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent). We are seeking a technically strong, detail-oriented, and hands-on Qualified Management Accountant.

A large UK-based not-for-profit organisation is seeking an experienced Year-End Accountant for a 3-month contract with hybrid/remote options.

As a Financial Accountant, you will support the Financial Controller in ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with Greek and Cypriot statutory requirements and internal policies.

A reputable financial services firm based in Southampton is looking for a Senior Group Accountant for a 6-month contract.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a part-qualified or fully qualified accountant who is passionate about turning numbers into meaningful insight and supporting strategic decision-making across the business. We are seeking a proactive and commercially minded Management Accountant to join a growing

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

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

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a Systems Accountant for a 4-6 month contract in England.