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This part-time Bookkeeper position in Warrington offers a fantastic opportunity to manage essential financial tasks within a forward-thinking Technology & Telecoms organisation. The role requires a detail-oriented individual with a solid understanding of accounting processes to ensure smooth financial operations. Client Details A small-sized company within the Technology & Telecoms industry, known for its innovative approach to delivering solutions. This organisation values precision and efficiency in its Accounting & Finance department to maintain operational excellence. Description The Part Time Bookkeeper role is initially a temporary assignment for 6 months- the role will be mainly remote working with 1 day per week in Warrington office. The role will be 22.5 hours per week (flexibility on hours and work pattern). Reporting to the Financial Controller key Duties will include: • Purchase Ledger, • Sales Ledger, • Credit Control, • Bank reconciliation, • Expenses, • Using MS Dynamics ( experience not required) Profile In order to apply for the role you should: • Have previous experienced in purchase/sales ledger, • Have experience in Bank reconciliation, • Be able to consider an initial temporary role for 6 months, • Be looking for part time hours 22.5 per week, • Live in the North West area to commute to Warrington office when required Job Offer Opportunity for remote working- need to be based in North West of England to attend Warrington office when required Opportunity to join growing company Flexible on hours as long as 22.5 hours worked weekly

Our client is a rapidly expanding private equity-backed business, providing solutions to a diverse client base. They are seeking a Group Accountant to join their finance team. This is a rare chance to step into a newly created role and play a pivotal part in shaping the financial future of a high-growth organisation. Hybrid (London) The Opportunity Working hand-in-hand with the Group Financial Controller (GFC), you’ll help transform our Group Finance Function into a best-in-class operation as it grows through organic growth and acquisitions. Our local teams currently operate independently, but you’ll be the driving force behind integrating these entities, standardising processes, and rolling out a Group Finance policy manual. This is your chance to make an impact, where diplomacy, and technical prowess will be needed to unite their finance operations as they grow. Reporting to the Group FC, duties will include: Partner with the GFC to deliver audit-ready monthly management accounts and group consolidations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with UK GAAP (with a future eye on IFRS). Lead the charge in integrating existing and newly acquired companies and embedding a cohesive control framework. Support the group audit process, liaising with external auditors and preparing technically sound statutory accounts and accounting papers. Drive efficiencies through automation and system innovation, enhancing reporting timelines and building a high-performing finance function. Coach and inspire local finance teams, fostering a collaborative, can-do culture. Oversee treasury activities, including cash flow forecasting, and ensure regulatory compliance We’re seeking an ambitious professional with: Qualifications: ACA (or equivalent) with at least 2 years’ post-qualified experience, ideally within a group function or perhaps direct from Audit. Expertise: Deep knowledge of UK GAAP, IFRS, consolidations, and statutory accounting, paired with a proven track record in monthly financial reporting. Skills: Exceptional analytical ability, advanced Excel skills, and a knack for explaining complex concepts simply. You’re organised, proactive, and thrive under tight deadlines Personal Qualities: High EQ, integrity, and a positive attitude. You’re a self-starter who motivates others, embraces ambiguity, and champions continuous improvement.

Position Accounting Projects and Developments Lead Group Financial Control Reports To Financial Controller Direct Reports None Internal Relationships NBKI Management & Staff Financial Control Department in Kuwait - Group and IBG External Relationships Third-party suppliers (systems) Number of full-time equivalent employees - N/A Grade F – Senior Principal Job Purpose The incumbent will be responsible for testing and implementing accounting-related projects and developments. This will include responsibility for accounting processes, controls, procedures and documentation. Additionally, to ensure that changes are effectively communicated to the wider finance and business community. Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities • To assess the accounting impact of ledger changes and migration impact arising from the planned upgrade of the bank’s Loans and Collateral module., • Propose and implement mapping changes in Equation and in MIS where applicable, and/or create any new accounts required, • Review of MIS requirements, • Testing of downstream impacts of new module across finance, including financial, management and regulatory reporting (working with existing FCD staff), • Responsible for FCD oversight of migration, including testing of take-on balances, accruals and P&L impact, • Assist with the follow-on stage of Integrity Treasury Management System – implementing hedge accounting from the Integrity hedge model, • Other ad hoc tasks as directed by FC or CFO Qualification & Experience • A qualified chartered accountant (ACCA, ACA, ACMA) or equivalent international Competencies Essential • Technical IFRS knowledge, • Project experience, • Able to manipulate large quantities of data, • Banking experience, including exposure to IFRS 9 hedging loans and interest rate swaps Skills Essential • Very Good management skills – particularly on managing projects, • Methodical approach to testing and migration, • Self-starter, • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, • Excellent systems/computer skills (Excel) Key Success Factors Successfully control the Loans and Migration from the FCD point of view and ensure appropriate checks are made on migration and an appropriate audit trail is maintained. Any Other Comments Knowledge of banking products and systems is preferred. Project management qualification not essential

Position Senior Financial Reporting Specialist Group Financial Control Reports To Head of Financial Reporting and Control Direct Reports None Internal Relationships NBKI Management & Staff Finance in London and Kuwait Risk Treasury External Relationships External Auditors External tax advisors Internal Audit Number of full-time equivalent employees: N/A Grade D - Specialist Job Purpose Working within the Financial Reporting and Control team, this role is responsible for delivering upon the Bank’s financial and tax reporting obligations. Key responsibilities include: • Preparing monthly Group financial returns., • Producing statutory financial statements for three UK-based entities., • Preparing corporation tax, VAT, and other tax filings., • Submitting IFRS-based regulatory returns to the FCA (FINREP) and the Bank of England., • Supporting other financial and regulatory reporting requirements as needed. The role also involves ownership of technical accounting matters and maintaining a strong governance framework over the financial reporting process, including balance sheet substantiation. As the Bank undergoes a significant change programme, the individual will collaborate with stakeholders across the organisation to provide technical accounting support and ensure reporting processes remain robust and compliant. Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities within the financial reporting & control team Group/Head Office Reporting • Preparing the monthly/quarterly Group Financial Reporting Pack (GFRP) for PLC and associated returns., • Preparing other regular Head Office returns such as related parties reports, CAPEX reports, other subsidiary forecasts and tax analyses, etc., • Liaising with Head Office for queries/issues in relation to relevant Head Office reports. Financial Reporting • Preparing annual statutory report for PLC, including preparation of disclosure notes for the annual reports., • Preparing annual account preparation for all other London-controlled subsidiaries., • Preparing quarterly FINREP return to FCA., • Assistance with other financial reporting related issues. Technical Accounting • Preparing technical accounting papers on key judgements and issues which will be distributed to the Board Audit Committee., • Involved in assessing impact of GAAP changes to relevant reports of PLC., • Work closely alongside the Risk department to assess the Bank’s hedge effectiveness in line with IFRS 9, • Lead the Bank’s monthly Technical Working Group meetings, • Assess the adequacy of the Bank’s IFRS 9 credit impairment provisions UK Taxation Reporting • Preparing quarterly VAT return to HMRC under partial exemption methodology., • Responsible for quarterly corporation tax instalment payment., • Preparation and journalling of monthly corporation tax provision computation., • Assisting in checking and reviewing the annual corporation tax return to HMRC., • Preparing annual BBSI return and assisting in preparation of SAO certification., • Assistance with other tax-related matters. Regulatory reporting • Preparing the Bank of England (BoE) statistical returns Daily/regular Reports • Assisting in overall Finance’s daily and monthly controls, including suspense, FX and swaps. Process improvement • To assist in reviewing and enhancing the Finance control environment with a view to implementing best practice. Change • To support the Bank’s change program and initiatives, including assessing the downstream reporting implications of the implementation of new systems. Other work • Assisting in the preparation of relevant procedures for regular reports and processes., • Assisting in updating processes and files for changes in systems and, • Carrying out ad-hoc work as requested by the line manager and Financial Controller. Qualification & Experience • Qualified accountant (ACCA or ACA)., • Strong technical knowledge of IFRS, with practical experience., • Advanced Excel skills, including complex formulas and data manipulation., • Banking industry experience is preferred Competencies & Skills: • Proven ability to communicate effectively at all levels, including C-suite., • Self-motivated and capable of working independently under pressure and to tight deadlines; occasional weekend work may be required., • Exceptional attention to detail, with strong numeracy and literacy skills., • Excellent communication and presentation skills., • Strong organisational and time management abilities., • Deep technical accounting knowledge, particularly in IFRS 9., • Experience in UK taxation is preferred., • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), ideally including macros and complex formulas., • Programming or report automation skills are a significant advantage. Key Success Factors Ownership of IFRS and technical accounting, especially IFRS 9. Delivers accurate and timely financial and regulatory reports. Builds strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Manages UK tax compliance with precision and reliability. Supports change initiatives with adaptability and awareness of control.

Project Accountant {MoD, Defence, Construction} Chatham, 2/3 days a week minimum. £50,000 to £55,000 + Security Clearance + 6% Pension + Excellent Benefits + Progression Are you a Project/Management Accountant looking to join one of the world's leading defence and engineering businesses? Do you want to join a business who value it's employees, offer endless progression opportunities while also doing the accounts on some of the UK's biggest defence and construction projects. On offer, is the exciting opportunity for a Project/Management Accountant to join a world-renowned UK defence company. Founded around 150 years ago, this organisation has gone from strength to strength to become a world leader in defence and innovation. In this role, the successful Project/Management Accountant would be responsible for organising the accounts across a range of multi-million-pound construction and refurbishment projects throughout the UK and possibly abroad. Gaining a high level of security clearance, you will be in the midst of all the action during the global crisis and playing your part for the future of the business as well as the Ministry of Defence. The ideal Project/Management Accountant would have a proven track record in dealing with long term project accounts as well as accounting within the construction/refurbishment/fit out industries. Be local to Chatham and eager to work in a defence business. The Role • Own the production of timely and technically accurate contract accounts, EACs, budgets, forecasts and strategic plans including variance analysis for Projects and Small Works, • Maintain a close working relationship with Operations, particularly Head of Programmes, the Senior Project Managers and the Small Works Manager, • Own the production of monthly management accounts including site commentaries and present to HoF, RSME Contract Director and Head of Programmes, • Reconcile operational data to that reflected in the accounts and on other ancillary source data systems, • Prepare customer facing balance sheet control account reconciliations and rectification actions required to resolve queries or issues, • Prepare contract specific journals, • Assist in the preparation of monthly contract review presentations identifying future opportunities and risks, • As well as other role as responsibilities needed for the projects. The Person • Project/Management Accountant., • Construction or relatable industries., • Local to Chatham. Keywords: Accountant, Management Accountant, Project Accountant, Finance Manager, Finance Controller, Defence, MoD, Construction, Fit-out- Refurbishment, Chatham Ref: 19912 If you are 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. 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.

Contract Type: Permanent Location: Plymouth Salary: £38,000 - £43,000 (D.O.E) Hours: Full-time, 67.5 hours per fortnight (on an alternating pattern of 37.5 hours per week and 30 hours the next week) Join one of the biggest and most respected national eCommerce successes in our industry. cmostores.com is an online supplier of building materials, sold across multiple eCommerce stores. Our mission is to provide customers with top-quality products and exceptional service to meet their needs. As an innovative and customer-centric company, we are committed to delivering excellent solutions to roofing professionals, contractors, and DIY enthusiasts alike. Key Responsibilities • To oversee all aspects of the financial operations that impact the Sage200 financial system covering Sales, Purchase, Bank and Nominal ledgers. To review all accounting tasks related to the ledgers to ensure they operate efficiently and are kept up to date., • To ensure that the finance team meet all Financial timetable deadlines, • To manage the Credit Controller, Purchase Ledger supervisor and the Accounts Assistant, • To maintain filing and controls to meet company and audit requirements, • To help develop and improve systems and methods, • To provide support within the finance function according to business need Requirements • Previous working experience of working at Finance Manager level, • AAT level 4 or equivalent, • GCSE, or equivalent, English and Maths grade C or above, • Proven people management experience, • Confident with Microsoft Excel and using formula, • Analytical and inquisitive approach, • Have a flexible approach in order to meet deadlines and accommodate change in a fast-growing environment, • Experience of implementing new processes and procedures, • Understanding and experience of financial governance, • Knowledge of VAT, • Experience using Sage200, • Commitment to and focused on quality, promotes high standards in all they do, • Consistently thinks about how their work can support and assist colleagues to make the business a success, • Clear communicator with good writing, data entry and telephone skills, • Ability to work effectively as part of a team, • Problem solving skills, • Able to work on own initiative, organising and prioritising own workload to set deadlines, • Maintain confidentiality and trust at all times, • Actively develops themselves and supports others to do so cmostores.com is an equal opportunities employer. A note to all applicants – is unable to offer sponsorship of any kind Benefits • Extra day off every fortnight, • Employee Assistance Programme, • BHN Extras (discount scheme), • Cycle to work scheme, • On-site parking, • Company events, • Competitive holiday allowance

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Morgan McKinley is looking for an experienced Credit Controller to support the Finance team, working for a well established business based in the Polegate, East Sussex area. The Accounts Assistant - Credit Control role is to start ASAP and will providing credit control, chasing debtors, payments and general finance administration support. This is a permanent credit control job opportunity. Salary: £28K Location: Office based, Polegate - East Sussex. Own transport required due to location, parking onsite Credit Control - Finance duties: Reduce aged debt and escalate overdue accounts Monitoring and following up on outstanding payments Proactively chase outstanding invoices via phone, email etc Raising any credit notes and issuing client statements Checking incoming payments, updating client accounts on the systemSkills and experience: Experience of working in a similar Credit Control, Finance Assistant, Accounts Assistant type role Attention to detail Good IT and communication skills...

Finance Business Partner to report directly to the General Manager for a well established Engineering company who are part of a larger UK group. The Finance Controller / Finance Manager / Finance BP is a hands-on role responsible for managing the day-to-day finance function, including creditors, debtors, stock, cash flow, and monthly management accounts for group reporting. The Finance professional will act as a true business partner, providing commercial insight and financial analysis to support decision-making, improve profitability, and drive operational performance. They will work closely with stakeholders across the business, translating financial information into clear, actionable recommendations. The role will also lead the review and improvement of systems, processes, and controls, helping to increase efficiency and support the continued growth of the business. Job Specification Act as a trusted Finance Business Partner to the management team, providing financial insight, analysis, and challenge to support decision-making, improve profitability, and drive business performance across all areas of the operation. Work closely with operational and commercial teams to review, develop, and implement systems, processes, and controls that improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability across the business. Lead the annual financial audit process and support customer and supplier audit requirements, preparing and providing all necessary information in a timely and professional manner. Prepare monthly management accounts, including supporting schedules, reconciliations, KPI reporting, and financial commentary for submission to the Group Financial Controller for consolidation. This role will bring the management accounting function in-house from the current outsourced provider. Maintain accurate daily bank postings and perform regular bank reconciliations. Take full ownership of the Purchase Ledger function, including processing supplier invoices, resolving supplier queries, reconciling accounts, and managing payment runs. Take full ownership of the Sales Ledger function, including raising customer invoices, managing customer accounts, credit control, cash collection, and account reconciliations. Process and assess new customer account applications, including credit checks and risk assessment. Support the completion of customer pre-qualification questionnaires (PQQs) and associated documentation. Process the monthly payroll, ensuring all submissions and statutory filings are completed accurately and on time. Provide commercial analysis, costing information, and profitability reporting to support the sales team and wider business. Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the finance function and wider business, ensuring robust financial controls, efficient processes, and high-quality management information are in place. Skills, Knowledge & Experience Essential Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent). Previous experience in a Finance Manager, Management Accountant, Financial Controller, or Finance Business Partner role. Strong experience producing monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, prepayments, and variance analysis. Experience managing purchase ledger, sales ledger, cash flow, credit control, payroll, and general financial operations. Strong commercial acumen with the ability to interpret financial data and provide meaningful business insight. Proven ability to build effective working relationships with stakeholders across all levels of the business. Experience supporting operational and commercial teams with financial analysis, costing, budgeting, and forecasting. Ability to work independently, prioritise workload, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Strong communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders. A proactive and continuous improvement mindset, with experience reviewing and improving systems, processes, and controls. Desirable Experience within manufacturing, engineering sector Familiarity with Sage 50 Accounts, Sage HR/Payroll and Morepay would be advantageous. Experience operating within an SME environment. Experience of stock accounting and inventory management. Experience managing or supporting external audits. Familiarity with payroll processing and statutory submissions.Fantastic opportrunity to be part of leading Engineer UK group of companies. For furrther information, please contact E3 Recruitment. #financejobs #financecontroller #financebusinesspartner

Cost Accountant Location: East Sussex Reporting to: Finance Manager The Opportunity Recruitment South East is delighted to be supporting a well-established and growing manufacturing business in the search for a talented Cost Accountant. This is an excellent opportunity for an analytical and commercially minded finance professional who enjoys getting under the skin of the numbers. Working closely with the Finance Manager and wider operational teams, you'll play a key role in ensuring the accuracy of costing data, providing meaningful financial insight and helping to drive profitability and efficiency across the business. The successful candidate will thrive in a manufacturing environment and be confident working with large volumes of data, ERP systems and stakeholders across multiple departments. Key Responsibilities Costing & Inventory Management Carry out quarterly cost roll-ups and review Bills of Materials (BOMs). Analyse manufacturing variances, including material, labour and overhead costs. Monitor inventory valuation and reconcile inventory accounts. Coordinate and oversee stocktakes and cycle counts to ensure inventory accuracy. Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies in a timely manner. Financial Analysis & Reporting Produce margin analysis by both product and customer. Prepare month-end journals relating to inventory and cost of sales, including: Obsolescence provisions Labour and overhead reallocations Absorption adjustments Produce daily and weekly labour efficiency reports. Complete balance sheet reconciliations. Maintain the fixed asset register and process monthly depreciation journals. Prepare monthly board reporting relating to inventory ageing and inventory segmentation. Systems & Data Management Maintain and manage costing information within the ERP system. Ensure the integrity and accuracy of cost data across financial systems. Develop and improve reporting tools, including Excel models and business intelligence dashboards. Support system upgrades, automation projects and process improvements. Drive continuous improvement and standardisation initiatives across costing processes. Compliance & Controls Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards, including UK GAAP and IFRS. Maintain robust internal controls surrounding inventory and costing activities. Prepare year-end schedules and support external audit processes. Document procedures and ensure adherence to internal policies and best practice. General Finance Support Undertake additional accounting duties as required by the Finance Manager or Financial Controller. About You To be successful in this role, you'll have previous experience within cost or management accounting and a strong understanding of manufacturing environments. You'll also bring: Proven experience within a Cost Accountant or Management Accountant role. Strong knowledge of manufacturing operations and inventory processes. Experience using ERP systems such as Dynamics, SAP, Oracle or similar. Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, modelling and data analysis. Knowledge of standard costing and absorption costing methodologies. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. The ability to interpret data and communicate findings clearly. Strong organisational skills with the ability to work accurately to deadlines. Desirable Experience Experience using Microsoft Dynamics AX. Previous exposure to Sage Payroll and Sage HR. Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles or process improvement methodologies. Experience transitioning from accountancy practice into a manufacturing environment would be advantageous. Qualifications Professionally qualified or part-qualified (CIMA, ACA or equivalent). What's on Offer? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a successful manufacturing business where you'll have genuine visibility across the organisation and the chance to influence decision-making through meaningful financial insight. If you're someone who enjoys combining technical accounting expertise with commercial thinking and a passion for continuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you