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ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified accountant Group Financial Controller based in St Albans / Hybrid. Work with the project team looking to ensure that CCH is fit for purpose. Qualifications required:ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified accountant with a minimum of 10 years of experience in finance and accounting,

Finance Manager Finance Manager What We Can Offer You • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to buy up to 5 additional days, • Access to a competitive company pension scheme, • Discounts on a wide range of everyday purchases and major retailers, • Comprehensive wellbeing support covering physical, mental and financial health, • 24/7 virtual GP access for you and household family members, • One paid volunteering day each year to support community initiatives, • Continuous training and development to support your long-term career progressionAbout the RoleThe Finance Manager will partner with operational and regional management teams to deliver accurate and timely monthly management accounts across a portfolio of contracts. You will provide financial insight, challenge, and support to drive performance, ensure compliance, and contribute to strategic decision‑making. This position blends technical accounting expertise with people leadership and strong stakeholder communication.Key Responsibilities, • Produce timely and accurate monthly management accounts across a portfolio of contracts (approx. £58m revenue), • Analyse and report financial results and operational KPIs, identifying and explaining variances, • Utilise financial systems such as Workday, Tranman, PowerBI, and Adaptive Planning, • Lead, manage and motivate a team of 0–5 finance professionals, fostering accuracy and continuous improvement., • Provide financial guidance to Regional and Business Unit Managers, challenging performance and supporting decision-making, • Support the preparation of budgets and forecasts in collaboration with operational leads, • Integrate sustainability and ESG considerations into financial planning and reporting, • Contribute to tender processes for new business and contract renewals, • Oversee stock auditing and internal controls to safeguard company assets, • Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including auditors, suppliers and customers, • Conduct performance reviews, coaching team members to enhance both technical capability and business partnering skills, • Ensure all finance processes comply with company policies and regulatory standardsWhat We’re Looking ForEssential, • Fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA or ACA), • 5+ years post‑qualification experience, • Experience managing and developing people, • Background working across multiple sites or contracts, • Strong commercial awareness and financial management skills, • Excellent communication and relationship‑building abilities, • High proficiency in financial systems and data‑driven decision‑making, • Solid experience in reporting, budgeting, forecasting and variance analysisDesirable, • Experience working within multi‑site or contract‑driven environments, • Knowledge of sustainability finance and ESG integration, • Project management experience or relevant qualificationWhat’s Next?Apply now and take the next step in a career where you can make a measurable impact.This organisation is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive workplace and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. Adjustments will be made throughout the application process where reasonable. Candidates who meet the minimum criteria and identify as having a disability or long‑term condition may be offered an interview under the 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 about your career. 4763267

Mapped Recruitment is delighted to be working with a UK-based organisation that has experienced rapid growth from circa £3m TO £30m over the last 6 years, with a clear trajectory of growth ahead. This is a project-based business that is now looking for a strong No. 2 to their CFO to come in and take ownership of the finance team. This role is well-suited to individuals who are at the Financial Controller level and looking for a position which can push them to Finance Director in the near future, within a growth organisation. Key Responsibilities: • Own and lead the finance function end-to-end, • Manage and develop a small team (2–3 individuals across AP, VAT, and bookkeeping) and one management accountant, • Oversee the delivery of accurate and timely monthly management accounts on Xer, • Provide commercial insight across the projects, • Partner closely with the founder on business performance and growth strategy, • Improve processes, controls, and reporting as the business scales, • Oversee cash flow, forecasting, and budgeting, • Support project costing and profitability analysis, • Take the lead in the year-end audit with the external auditor, • Act as the key point of contact for the external CF, • Ad Hoc Projects: Take initiative to drive and improve finance efficiencies (e.g., systems and reporting) to support business growth

Mapped Recruitment is delighted to be working with a UK-based organisation that has experienced rapid growth from circa £3m to £30m over the last 6 years, with a clear growth trajectory ahead. This is a project-based business that is now looking for a Management Accountant to join their team. Reporting to the Financial Controller and bridging the gap between the Financial Controller and the Finance Assistants. Key Responsibilities: • Reporting into the Financial Controller, supervising/mentoring 3 x Finance Administrators, • Bank Reconciliation, • Supplier statement reconciliations, • Prepare monthly management accounts and supporting analysis – prepayments, accruals, posting journals, • Own and improve reporting processes across the business, • Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis, • Assist with project accounting and profitability tracking, • CIS returns, • Work closely with operational teams to provide financial insight, • Support process improvements and system optimisation (Xero), • Part-Qualified or newly qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or the equivalent) with hands-on experience in full management accounting experience, • Experience in SME / growing business environments (project industry experience helpful but not essential), • Strong finance ERP systems experience (Xero), Excel

Support project teams across the full project life-cycle, including initial set-up, forecasting, trading, reporting, analysis and project closure. Experience in Project Finance, supporting financial planning, performance monitoring, and reporting for complex projects (Beneficial). Opportunities to w

Our client, is currently seeking a Project Accountant/Finance Business Partner to join their Finance Team based in Portland, Dorset. Direct involvement in complex, high-value projects with real commercial impact. Own project financials: budgets, forecasts, and cost reporting.

Hybrid Portland, Dorset (Osprey Quay).Design systems that are built, tested, and deployed in some of the worlds most demanding environments.At G3 Systems, we deliver modular and containerised deployable infrastructure used in some of the worlds most demanding environments, from defence and governme

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

Project Accountant - Finance Transformation (Oracle ERP/EPM). Arthur Financial have partnered with a London Market insurer, who are seeking an experienced Project Accountant to support the delivery of a finance modernisation programme involving Oracle ERP/EPM. The programme is currently mid-implemen

Provide hypercare for service charge processes, ensuring issues are resolved quickly and controls are maintainedKey Relationships: Service Charge Accountant (in-situ SME) Finance leadership and core Finance team (GL, AP/AR, reporting) Commercial Property Management and Residential Property Manage

We are seeking a highly skilled insurance accountant to work within the LSL finance team supporting Syndicate accounting, reporting and projects. Financial/Project Accountant - Fixed Term Contract (24 months). Assist LSL Financial Controller with finance projects.

We are seeking a high calibre Project Accountant to join the finance team overseeing a regeneration scheme in London. Work closely with Project Directors, contractors and development teams to validate assumptions, challenge changes, and drive commercial value. Proven background in real estate develo

A global healthcare consulting firm is seeking an interim Project Finance Accountant for a 6-month fixed-term contract based in London. You will support the Finance team, handle invoicing, assist with project reconciliations, and ensure accurate budget updates.

Line manage the Project Accountant, Assistant Project Accountant, and Accounts Assistant. We are seeking to recruit a Senior Project Accountant/Finance Manager to act as the key link between Finance and operational project teams within a fast paced, technology and engineering led environment. Report

A leading consultancy firm is seeking an Assistant Accountant to join their finance team in Bristol. In this role, you will support the day-to-day finance function, manage project billing, and prepare financial reports.

A leading service provider in enforcement and technology is seeking a Senior Project Accountant/Finance Manager. This role is pivotal in linking finance and operational teams while ensuring strong financial governance across projects. Candidates should be CCAB qualified and have a background in proj

A growing international business in the United Kingdom seeks an experienced Senior Accountant to manage core accounting tasks, oversee financial reporting, and support project financial oversight. The ideal candidate should be a fully qualified accountant with strong international accounting experie

An international finance team is seeking an experienced Project Accountant for a 5-month fixed-term contract. Located in West London, this hybrid role requires a Qualified Accountant to lead project accounting across a US-led business, ensuring the oversight of accounting deliverables and process im

Proactively undertake cost analysis of direct costs and project costs to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve project efficiency. Analyse inventory and segment by project ensuring accurate inventory valuation. Develop and streamline financial systems and processes for better project financ

A global healthcare consulting group is seeking an interim Project Finance Accountant to join their Finance team in London for a 6-month fixed-term contract. In this role, you will perform invoicing, assist with project reconciliations, and maintain the accounting system. Ideal candidates have a deg

We are seeking a highly skilled insurance accountant to work within the LSL finance team supporting Syndicate accounting, reporting and projects. We are seeking a highly skilled insurance accountant to work within the LSL finance team supporting Syndicate accounting, reporting and projects. Assist L

A prominent real estate company in London is looking for an experienced Project Accountant to manage financial oversight for a regeneration scheme.

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. Assist LSL Financial Controller with finance projects (ledger migration, Syndicates merger

Line manage the Project Accountant, Assistant Project Accountant, and Accounts Assistant. We are seeking to recruit a Senior Project Accountant/Finance Manager to act as the key link between Finance and operational project teams within a fast paced, technology and engineering led environment. Report

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Project Accountant to support a finance transformation program in London. This is a fantastic opportunity to make an impact in a large-scale finance modernization project already in progress, offering a hybrid work model.

You will perform client invoicing, assist with project reconciliations, ensure the accounting system is updated and maintained with project budget uploads, and release and check new projects. We're looking for an interim Project Finance Accountant to join our Finance team in London for a Fixed Term

We're urgently looking for an experienced Project Accountant with strong project experience to join a fast-paced, international finance team on a 5-month fixed-term contract. This is a hands‑on role for a Qualified Accountant with leadership experience who can take ownership of project accounting

Are you a qualified accountant who thrives in change environments?. Support ERP system improvements and optimisation projects. Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA).

I’m currently partnering on an exclusive mandate for a Regulatory Project Accountant to join a high-performing insurance finance team in the London market. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified accountant who enjoys a blend of BAU reporting, regulatory exposure, and project-driven work w

Position: Accountants and Auditors Type: Independent Contractor Compensation: $100–$200/hour Location: US, UK, or Canada Commitment: High numbers of hours available Role Responsibilities Design questions related to the occupation of Accountants and Auditors. Qualifications Must-Have 4+ years full-

Experienced Client Bookkeeper Job opportunity to join this fantastic friendly and professional firm of accountants based in Hemel Hempstead.

Learning Support Worker – Wirral | Empowering Pupils With SEND Across Local Schools.Are you passionate about supporting children with additional needs and helping them thrive in school? TalentBoard is seeking committed.Wirral mainstream schools and specialist SEND provisions.This is an incredibly

Producing project costings, retention tracking and financial information for Quantity Surveyors.

The salary advertised is full time (35 hours per week, 52 weeks per year).Part-time hours / sessional posts will be pro-rated accordingly.This is a 39-week sessional post i.Temporary until 31st March 2027.Monday - Friday, working 7 hours per day.East Lothian Council seek to appoint a positive, resil

Interim Financial Controller – Not for profit.Job Ref: 4776057 Interim Financial Controller (Qualified).Based in Dunstable, on site 5 days per week.Interim position with the option to transition into a permanent role.This Interim Financial Controller role is within a publicly funded, trust‑based

Work within the Councils estate of buildings undertaking cleaning duties as directed by line manager in accordance with the practices and procedures of the service.We are keen to employ a diverse workforce that reflects the people of Scotland.We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particul

Client Bookkeeper with Payroll job opportunity based in Hitchin.Attractive opportunity for a Bookkeeper with Payroll experience to join this friendly and professional accountancy firm.You must display the ability to work with a variety of clients with proven experience working previously in Public P

Children's Support Worker Job Type: Temporary / Ongoing Opportunities Pay Rate: From GBP15.We are seeking skilled & flexible support workers in the South of England.We are a key supplier to local authorities in and around London delivering high quality care through our team of dedicated and pass

Maintaining books and records for a variety of clients on Sageone, Sage 50, Quickbooks and Xero; Processing and filling VAT Returns; Processing and filling CIS Returns; Bank reconciliations; Managing Debtor and Creditor Ledger; Preparation of accounts to Trial Balance; Preparing Year End Records for

Role of the Bespoke Support Workers.We offer high-quality, specialist care to some of the most disadvantaged and vulnerable children in society.Every young person in our care is supported by a team of experienced, empathetic staff within warm, welcoming homes.Our approach is built around emotional s

Client Bookkeeper job opportunity based near Hitchin.We are looking to recruit a full time permanent bookkeeper for a friendly and professional Accountancy Firm based near Hitchin.Full time or Part Time considered.Excellent Xero skills required.Clear and professional communications and a proven trac