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Based: North Ayrshire (Hybrid) If you enjoy getting into the detail behind the numbers and want a role where your analysis genuinely shapes day to day decisions, this one is worth a look. This Management Accountant position sits close to operations. You will support the Finance Manager and Finance Director while taking real ownership of inventory, margins and variance analysis. It suits someone who likes understanding how things work on the ground, not just reporting on them. What you will be doing • Managing daily inventory control with accurate analysis and reporting, • Owning P&L variance accounts and explaining movements, • Completing balance sheet reconciliations for allocated areas, • Processing month end stock reconciliations, • Producing key reports including transactional and balance sheet reporting, • Analysing waste, gross margin, tank farm activity and works orders, • Ensuring financial controls are robust and reporting is reliable, • Working with operational teams to help them understand numbers, reports and processes, • Liaising with auditors and other internal and external stakeholders, • Supporting banking, payments and cashbook reconciliations, • Part qualified ACCA or CIMA, or relevant industry experience, • Manufacturing, Production &/or Supply Chain industry experience, • Previous stock inventory analysis is essential, • Strong Excel skills and confidence working with data, • Comfortable in a fast-paced environment, • Analytical, detail focused and confident communicating insight

A well-established UK business is seeking a technically strong Project Accountant to join its central finance team on a 12-month fixed term contract. This is a high-profile role supporting a significant business change and technology investment programme, with multi-million-pound budgets and senior stakeholder exposure. Reporting into the Head of Finance, you will take ownership of financial control, governance, and accounting treatment across a portfolio of projects. The ideal candidate is highly experienced in IAS 38, confident in capitalisation vs P&L decisions, and able to apply accounting standards practically to technology and project spend. Key Responsibilities Own financial oversight of major project and technology spend, ensuring robust control, accurate forecasting, and clear visibility against budget Ensure correct accounting treatment of project costs, with a focus on IAS 38 compliance and Capex vs Opex classification Provide timely project financial information to senior stakeholders, highlighting risks, opportunities, and required interventions Partner closely with Technology, Transformation, and Project teams, attending governance forums and challenging assumptions Support budgeting, forecasting, and phasing of project and technology spend Maintain strong financial governance, ensuring adherence to investment approvals, business cases, and post-implementation reviews Translate complex accounting concepts into practical guidance for non-finance stakeholders Drive improvements in processes, controls, and ways of working related to project and technology accounting Candidate Profile You will be a hands-on, technically capable accountant who can both drill into the detail and see the bigger commercial picture. You thrive in a fast-moving, change-driven environment and are comfortable challenging stakeholders to ensure the correct accounting treatment is applied. You will bring: Strong technical accounting knowledge, particularly around IAS 38 (Intangible Assets) and capitalisation of technology/project spend Clear understanding of Capex vs Opex treatment, and ability to explain and justify decisions Exposure to technology, systems, or transformation programmes Qualified accountant Strong analytical skills and the ability to communicate complex financial data clearly TPBN1_UKTJ

Anderson Knight Recruitment is delighted to be working with one of our key clients, a global manufacturing business, to help recruit an excellent Management Accountant vacancy. This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven and ambitious individual to join a dynamic organisation, gain invaluable group-level exposure, and make a real impact in a global business. As a Management Accountant, you will play a key role in supporting the financial operations and providing critical insights to the business. Working within a fast-paced and collaborative environment, this role offers an excellent platform for career growth and development. Key Responsibilities: * Ownership of the preparation of monthly management accounts and group reporting. * Preparation and analysis of budgets, forecasts, and variance reports. * Assisting with cashflow management and providing recommendations to senior management. * Supporting the preparation of year-end audit files and liaising with external auditors. * Developing financial models to support business decision-making. * Collaborating with internal teams to ensure accurate financial reporting at a group level. * Mentoring and supporting junior members of the finance team. Key Skills and Experience: * Part-qualified or qualified * Strong analytical skills and attention to detail. * Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, with the confidence to work across all levels of the organisation. * Proactive mindset with the ability to work independently and as part of a team. * Experience in a group finance environment is advantageous but not essential. Our client offers a competitive salary, hybrid working options, and a comprehensive benefits package. This role is an excellent opportunity for a Management Accountant to advance their career within a leading distribution firm. If you are interested in this excellent Management Accountant opportunity please apply using the link below

Based: North Ayrshire (Hybrid) If you enjoy getting into the detail behind the numbers and want a role where your analysis genuinely shapes day to day decisions, this one is worth a look. This Management Accountant position sits close to operations. You will support the Finance Manager and Finance Director while taking real ownership of inventory, margins and variance analysis. It suits someone who likes understanding how things work on the ground, not just reporting on them. What you will be doing Managing daily inventory control with accurate analysis and reporting Owning P&L variance accounts and explaining movements Completing balance sheet reconciliations for allocated areas Processing month end stock reconciliations Producing key reports including transactional and balance sheet reporting Analysing waste, gross margin, tank farm activity and works orders Ensuring financial controls are robust and reporting is reliable Working with operational teams to help them understand numbers, reports and processes Liaising with auditors and other internal and external stakeholders Supporting banking, payments and cashbook reconciliations Getting involved in ad hoc projects as requiredWhat they are looking for Part qualified ACCA or CIMA, or relevant industry experience Manufacturing, Production &/or Supply Chain industry experience Previous stock inventory analysis is essential Strong Excel skills and confidence working with data Comfortable in a fast-paced environment Analytical, detail focused and confident communicating insight

Based: North Ayrshire If you enjoy getting into the detail behind the numbers and want a role where your analysis genuinely shapes day to day decisions, this one is worth a look. This Accountant position sits close to operations. You will support the Finance Manager and Finance Director while taking real ownership of inventory, margins and variance analysis. It suits someone who likes understanding how things work on the ground, not just reporting on them. What you will be doing Managing daily inventory control with accurate analysis and reporting Owning P&L variance accounts and explaining movements Completing balance sheet reconciliations for allocated areas Processing month end stock reconciliations Producing key reports including transactional and balance sheet reporting Analysing waste, gross margin, tank farm activity and works orders Ensuring financial controls are robust and reporting is reliable Working with operational teams to help them understand numbers, reports and processes Liaising with auditors and other internal and external stakeholders Supporting banking, payments and cashbook reconciliations Getting involved in ad hoc projects as requiredWhat they are looking for Part qualified ACCA or CIMA, or relevant industry experience Manufacturing experience is preferred Strong Excel skills and confidence working with data Comfortable in a fast-paced environment Analytical, detail focused and confident communicating insight

Finance Director, PE backed Manufacturing, Kilmarnock, £DOE+ 20% bonus + benefits Cedar has been exclusively engaged by a mid-market Private Equity firm in search of a Finance Director for a profitable c.£30m t/o Manufacturing business. This is a pivotal leadership role, partnering closely with a newly appointed, CEO to help shape the next phase of the company's journey. The Finance Director will be instrumental in driving operational excellence, enhancing financial visibility, and improving reporting and analytical capabilities across the business. This is not a 'pure strategy' role, the right person will be someone who thrives on rolling up their sleeves, embedding rigour and best practice, and building a scalable finance function to support future growth The Role: Assess team capabilities and implement improvements in reporting, analytics, and financial processes to strengthen business performance. Lead the production of timely and accurate financial information, including monthly P&L, balance sheet, cash flow and KPIs, to drive informed decision-making. Oversee budgeting, forecasting and planning processes aligned to the company's strategic goals. Manage working capital, treasury and banking relationships in a multi-currency environment. Maintain robust financial controls, ensuring full compliance with regulatory and statutory requirements. Partner with commercial and operational teams to identify efficiencies, support growth initiatives and drive margin improvement. Act as a key partner to the CEO and leadership team, evaluating business lines, products, and regional profitability to support investment and operational decisions. Support future M&A activity, including due diligence and integration planning. Lead and develop a small finance team, instilling a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Experience you will need to be successful in this role: Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with proven post-qualification experience. Strong background in operational finance, management accounting, and performance reporting. Exposure to Private Equity or similar investment-backed environments is advantageous. Excellent analytical skills with the ability to evaluate products, regions and business lines to support investment decisions. Hands-on and detail-oriented, with a rigorous approach to compliance and governance. Proven experience managing in a multi-currency, international business environment. Strong communicator with the gravitas to influence senior stakeholders and drive change. TPBN1_UKTJ

Were home to DFS, Sofology, and The Sofa Delivery Company - three distinctive brands with a shared mission to bring great design and comfort into every home, affordably, responsibly, and sustainably.At DFS Group, everyone plays a part. Whether youre supporting our brands or serving our customers, youre helping shape the future of furniture retail. Each brand has its own identity and creative direction, but were united by a culture that puts people and purpose at the heart of everything we do.Everyone WelcomeAcross our Group, we're committed to a culture where everyone feels welcome, valued, and can thrive at work. We celebrate diverse voices, champion inclusion, and support each other through our growing colleague networks. We invest in partnerships that drive change, from supporting Doncaster Pride and introducing the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower, to partnering with Carers UK and developing leaders with Diversity in Retail. We're proud to be an equal opportunities employer, committed to building a workplace that reflects the communities we serve. So, if your experience doesn't quite match the specification, we'd still really love to hear from Job Purpose Statement: Were looking for a technically strong and commercially astute Project Accountant to join our Finance team on a 12-month fixed term contract. This role will play a critical part in ensuring accurate financial control, governance, and accounting treatment across a significant business change programme and a portfolio of technology projects. Youll have ownership of a c. £15m project budget and a c. £13m technology budget, working closely with senior finance leaders and stakeholders across Technology, Business Change, and the wider business. This is a hands-on role that requires strong technical accounting knowledge, particularly around capitalisation of project and technology spend, alongside the confidence to challenge, influence, and ask the right questions. Responsibilities / Accountability: Own financial oversight of major project and technology spend, ensuring robust control, accurate forecasting, and clear visibility of performance against budget. Ensure appropriate accounting treatment of project and technology costs, including capitalisation vs P&L decisions, in line with accounting standards and Group policies. Partner closely with Technology, Project, and Transformation teams, attending project forums and governance meetings to understand activity, challenge assumptions, and ensure financial impacts are fully understood and correctly reflected. Review project costs and ensure they are correctly recorded in the accounts, supporting accurate and timely month-end reporting. Provide accurate, timely project financial information to Programme Directors and senior leadership, enabling monthly status reporting on actuals versus budget, and highlighting risks, opportunities, and areas requiring intervention. Own the provision of project and technology financials, supporting Programme Leads with budgeting and forecasting while ensuring plans are robust, well-understood, and appropriately phased. Maintain strong financial governance, ensuring adherence to investment approval processes, business cases, and post-implementation reviews. Act as a key finance contact for projects, translating complex financial and accounting concepts into clear, practical guidance for non-finance stakeholders. Identify and drive improvements in processes, controls, and ways of working related to project and technology accounting. This job is for you if..... Strong technical accounting knowledge, particularly around capitalisation of technology and project spend Confident communicator, able to engage credibly with non-finance stakeholders and ask the right questions Commercially minded with a practical, problem-solving approach Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and explain complex data Comfortable working in a fast-moving, change-driven environment Well-organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines A collaborative team player who builds trusted relationships quickly Experience and Qualifications: Proven experience in a project accountant, capital accounting, or similar role Experience working with technology and/or transformation programmes Strong understanding of financial controls, governance, and investment processes is desirable Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA), or equivalent experience DFS Benefits Potential Annual Bonus Scheme: Contribute to our success and get rewarded for it Growth and Training: Learn new skills and develop your career with us Leave: Enjoy a great holiday allowance, with the option to buy 5 extra days. Take advantage of our enhanced leave for Maternity, Paternity, Shared Parental, and Adoption, plus a paid volunteering day each year Discounts: Get 30% off DFS and Sofology products for yourself, plus discounts for friends and family - and savings at big brands like Sainsburys, ASOS, and IKEA Wellbeing Perks: Access healthcare services, an Employee Assistance Programme, and discounted gym memberships Pension and Savings: Join our Group Pension and Sharesave schemes Life Assurance & Sick Pay: Peace of mind with Life Assurance and Company Sick Pay TPBN1_UKTJ

This Accountant position sits close to operations. What you will be doing Managing daily inventory control with accurate analysis and reporting Owning P&L variance accounts and explaining movements Completing balance sheet reconciliations for allocated areas Processing month end stock reconciliatio

Accountant ACA/ACCALocation:North Wales(Hybrid working available)Hours: Monday to FridaySalary: Up to £40k DOEWere looking for a newly qualified ACA or ACCA Accountant who is ready to take the next step after qualification and develop their commercial, managerial, and leadership skills within a sup

RECRUITMENTiQ is working in partnership with a firm of Chartered Accountants based in Witney, Oxfordshire, and we are currently looking to recruit a qualified Tax Accountant. We believe we are different to most firms of Accountants!We offer a friendly, personal and efficient service to our clients,

Temporary Qualified Accountant Year End Support. We are currently working with a well–established business in Cwmbran who are looking to bring in a solid, qualified accountant on a temporary basis to support their Financial Controller through a busy Year End period. This is a hands–on role, idea

An opportunity has arisen for a qualified accountant to join the SME team of a well-established and forward thinking accountancy firm in Manchester. ACA or ACCA qualified with a solid background in general practice.

Due to growth, we have a number of exciting accounting opportunities to join our client s expanding Global Accounting team within Governance Services from part-qualified accountants through to Assistant Manager. Ideal applicants will have a relevant academic background; ideally part?qualified ACCA/A

A forward-thinking accounting firm in the United Kingdom seeks an ACCA Qualified Accountant to join their dynamic team.

Part qualified ACCA or CIMA, or relevant industry experience. This Accountant position sits close to operations.

Are you a qualified accountant seeking a rewarding career in a friendly, supportive environment? We're looking for a talented individual to join a practice in Newport. If you are a qualified accountant looking for a fulfilling career in a family-friendly environment, we encourage you to apply.

Are you a qualified accountant seeking a rewarding career in a friendly, supportive environment? We're looking for a talented individual to join a practice in Newport. If you are a qualified accountant looking for a fulfilling career in a family-friendly environment, we encourage you to apply.

Stuck in a rut? Ambitious but not able to develop in your current role? Our NEW client, an owner-managed Specialist Fund Services firm, is expanding their Jersey business and seeking Fund Accountants!. You should be working towards a recognised accounting qualification or have recently qualified. Wo

The Green Accountants are looking for an ACCA-qualified accountant to join our growing team, supporting an expanding client base at the intersection of high-quality compliance and forward-thinking business advisory. ACCA qualified (or equivalent).