Interim Senior Financial Accountant - London Insurance

This role sits within a high performing finance function and will focus on financial reporting and control within an insurance or banking environment.
Key responsibilities include:

• Preparing and reviewing quarterly and annual financial statements in line with IFRS (including IFRS 17)
• Ownership of general ledger integrity, reconciliations and balance sheet review
• Supporting month-end, quarter-end and year-end close processes
• Leading or supporting audit preparation, working closely with external auditors
• Supporting technical accounting matters, including revenue and insurance accounting treatments
• Managing or supporting VAT and tax-related accounting entries where required
• Working closely with stakeholders across Finance, Risk, Compliance and Operations
• Driving continuous improvement across reporting processes, controls and documentation

What you’ll need to succeed

• Must have experience in Insurance or Banking (industry background essential)
• Strong technical reporting knowledge under IFRS - IFRS 17 experience is mandatory.
• Proven experience working with general ledgers, reconciliations and close processes
• Strong background in financial / statutory reporting and audit interaction
• Confident communicator with the ability to engage senior stakeholders
• Detail-oriented, analytical and comfortable working in regulated environments
• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or international equivalent)

What you need to do now
If you’re interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to submit an up-to-date CV, or contact us directly for more information.If this role isn’t quite right, but you’re exploring new opportunities within insurance or banking finance, please get in touch for a confidential discussion. #

Interim management accountant Asset Management

Your new company
You’ll be joining the UK platform of a global asset management business that forms part of a leading international banking group. The firm has a strong, long-term investment philosophy underpinned by responsible and sustainable investing, and operates within a highly regulated, complex financial services environment. The UK business works closely with international finance teams, senior stakeholders and Group functions, offering genuine exposure to global operations and decision-making.

Senior Accountant, Preston, £30k - £35k, flexible working at a leading independent firm

Your new firm
This is a well renowned, growing chartered accountancy firm with over 40 years of establishment located in Preston. As a firm that consistently offers a high quality service to their clients, they pride themselves on their supportive and successful reputation, offering services in accounting, bookkeeping, VAT, taxation, compliance and consultancy and more. They support a portfolio of clients covering the north-west, with regional clients as well, predominantly in the SME and limited companies market. Due to continuous growth and new work, a senior accountant position has arisen.

Your new role
You will be joining a team of 12 other accounts professionals, reporting into the managing partner daily, to continue the success of the accounts team. Day to day duties will see you managing a portfolio of SME and limited company clients, where you will oversee the accounts’ preparation, bookkeeping and VAT returns, dealing with their queries and assisting them daily. As you will be reporting in to the partner, you will be preparing accounts for their review, whilst overseeing junior members of the team, supporting them and reviewing their work. Your role will also see you prepare both basic personal and corporate tax computations / returns. You will be able to really further your practice experience and knowledge here, whilst also having the opportunity to oversee a team beneath you.

What you’ll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, you will need to be either a qualified, QBE or finalist accountant in your professional qualifications, either ACCA or ACA. It is necessary you have a minimum of 4 years previous practice experience, where you have worked on statutory accounts, bookkeeping and VAT. Prior experience using accounting softwares such as Sage, Xero or Quickbooks is also desired.

What you’ll get in return
In return, you will be offered a competitive salary ranging between £30,000 to £35,000, depending upon your experience. You will also be offered flexible working patterns, on-site parking, an annual bonus, a healthy holiday package and many more benefits upon employment.

What you need to do now
If you’re interested in this senior accountant job, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Sam Priday on . However, i f 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. #

Audit Director - Hybrid - £95,000

Your new company
A leading, high-growth professional services firm is seeking an Audit Director to join its expanding UK audit practice. With a strong presence across the UK, Ireland and the Nordics, the firm is recognised as a top-ten accountancy provider and the largest specialist adviser to the SME market. Their culture is built on collaboration, innovation, and providing meaningful career opportunities across a wide office network.

Financial Accountant - Richmond Upon Thames - £45,000 - £50,000

Your new company
A well-established organisation in the retail industry is looking to bring in a Financial Accountant on a permanent basis, fully on-site in the Richmond Upon Thames office (on-site parking available). This company delivers engaging experiences through a blend of innovation and operational excellence. With a footprint across Europe, the company focusses on creating high-quality, interactive environments that appeal to a broad audience. Known for its collaborative culture and forward-thinking approach, it continues to evolve in a fast-paced, customer-centric market.

Your new role

Accounts Senior job for a well-renowned independent firm in Manchester City Centre

Your new company
A well-renowned accountancy practice based in Manchester City Centre are looking to appoint a newly Qualified Accounts Senior to their growing Accountancy Services team. This firm specialises predominately in tax, audit, accounts, assurance, and transaction services. This is the perfect opportunity to join a firm that gives you exposure to a wide variety of clients, including OMBs, HNWI’s, professional investors and more. With plans to extend their success and their constant internal growth, this is an exciting opportunity to join a firm that offers great training and progression schemes in the heart of Manchester.
Your new role
Working alongside the team Manager, you will join the Accountancy Services team, which has a spread of experience from trainee through to qualified. You will be exposed to a number of professionals to both learn and grow from, whilst reporting to the director of Accountancy Services. You will be preparing and reviewing management and statutory accounts, completing VAT returns and bookkeeping duties, as well as any ad hoc financial tasks that your client may require. You will support the Manager and Director of Accountancy Services to help support and train juniors, as well as review their work. You will also work with clients to create and maintain relationships and liaise and assist with them daily to ensure their success, whilst identifying new opportunities to potentially cross-sell other services within the firm.In time, you will be able to take ownership of your own portfolio as you progress within the team and firm.
What you’ll need to succeed
In order to succeed in this role, you must have prior experience within an accountancy practice, whilst being a newly qualified ACCA or ACA accountant. You must also have experience with accounts software such as Xero, Sage or Quickbooks. You must also be able to work independently, without supervision, and be confident in dealing with client queries and taking ownership of work. You will have a high attention to detail, a strong analytical approach to detail, be proactive, and performance driven, as client service is at the heart of what they do.

What you’ll get in return
In return, you will be offered a competitive salary ranging from £38,000 to £41,000, whilst having the opportunity to be a part of a well-renowned firm that has plenty of opportunities to progress and develop. You will also be offered a bonus holiday scheme, with company and social events, and your birthday off. Other benefits will be offered upon employment. You will work in nice offices in Manchester City Centre and have hybrid and flexible working arrangements available for you.
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. #

Office Based Competitive Salary Progressive Practice

Our client, a forward-thinking and growing accountancy practice in the heart of Salisbury, is seeking an ambitious Accounts Semi Senior to join their expanding team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build their technical skills, gain broader client exposure and develop within a supportive, modern practice environment.
The OpportunityAs an Accounts Semi Senior, you’ll play a key role in supporting the delivery of high-quality accounts, VAT and tax work for a varied portfolio of clients. You’ll work closely with senior team members, build strong client relationships and develop your technical knowledge with real responsibility from day one.
Key Responsibilities- Prepare year-end accounts, management accounts and VAT returns from client records

• Produce accurate working paper files and ensure compliance with current accounting standards
• Communicate professionally with clients, providing clear updates and supporting their day-to-day needs
• Work collaboratively with senior staff to meet deadlines, budgets and client expectations
• Support in client meetings when required and provide guidance to junior team members
• Review WIP and debtors as part of managing profitability
• Maintain up-to-date technical knowledge, including accounting standards and tax requirements
• Highlight issues proactively and suggest practical solutions during the preparation process

About You- Part-qualified ACCA (or equivalent)

• At least 2 years’ experience preparing accounts and VAT returns within a UK accountancy practice
• Working knowledge of software such as Xero, VT, CCH or similar
• Strong technical understanding of current accounting standards
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tasks
• Confident communicator who can build strong client relationships
• Self-motivated, organised and able to work independently within a team environment
• Professional, proactive and committed to ongoing development

What’s on Offer- Competitive salary

• 25 days’ holiday + bank holidays (with the option to buy additional leave)
• Office closed over Christmas (subject to business needs)
• Company pension scheme
• Life assurance (4x salary)
• Enhanced family leave and sick pay
• Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 confidential support)
• Corporate discounts platform
• Flexible benefits scheme including:- Private Medical Insurance
  • Critical Illness Cover
  • Dental, Eye Care & Cash Plans
  • Cycle to Work scheme

Why Join?This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow within a progressive practice offering:- Strong career development and professional study support

• A collaborative, friendly and supportive team
• Varied client exposure across multiple sectors
• A stable, long-term opportunity right in the centre of Salisbury

If you’re an ambitious Accounts Semi Senior looking to take the next step in your practice career, this role offers the perfect platform to progress.
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 feel free to call Lorna Pilling directly on . 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.
Please note: All applicants must have Right to Work in the UK as sponsorship for overseas employees cannot be provided for this role. #

Commercial Accountant - £45000 - £50000 per annum - Belfast

Your new companyA dynamic and fast-growing organisation recognised for building influential consumer brands across the UK and Ireland. With a strong track record of partnerships and brand development, the business continues to expand and is now seeking a commercially focused accountant to support strategic growth.
Your new roleAs the Commercial Accountant, you will act as a key business partner to Sales Teams, providing financial insight, challenge, and strategic support. You will lead budgeting and forecasting for key categories, build and refine pricing models, evaluate new business opportunities, and support bids and tenders with robust financial analysis.
You will deliver performance reporting, analyse customer and product profitability, and present clear, commercial insights to senior stakeholders. This role also plays a key part in strengthening financial controls, improving reporting frameworks, and supporting continuous improvement across commercial processes.
What you’ll need to succeedEssential:

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
• Experience in a fast-paced, commercially driven environment.
• Strong financial modelling and analytical skills.
• Proven business partnering experience, ideally supporting sales teams.
• Strong understanding of pricing structures, margin analysis, and cost drivers.
• High-level Excel skills with familiarity in BI/reporting tools.

Desirable:

• Experience supporting tenders, bids, or complex commercial proposals.
• Understanding of commercial analysis techniques.
• Experience with Power BI or similar reporting platforms.

What you’ll get in returnYou will join an ambitious organisation experiencing strong growth, where commercial finance plays a pivotal role in shaping strategy and performance. You will have the opportunity to influence key decisions, work closely with senior stakeholders, and develop your commercial skillset in a highly collaborative environment. A competitive salary and benefits package are also on offer.
What you need to do nowIf 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. #

Experienced in Large-Scale Payroll? This Leadership Role Could Be Your Next Move

Payroll Manager - High-Volume, Fast-Paced EnvironmentLocation: Southampton
Salary: Competitive - dependent on experience
Employment Type: Full-time, permanent
Experienced in large-scale payroll? This Payroll Manager leadership role could be your next move. Drive change, lead a team, and own high-volume payroll delivery.
Your new roleA fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Payroll Manager to lead a busy, high-volume payroll function. This role would suit someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys improving processes, and combines strong leadership with hands-on operational expertise.You’ll be responsible for managing the payroll team (4 direct reports), ensuring weekly pay cycles run smoothly and accurately, and driving continuous improvement across systems, workflows, and data processes. This is a key operational role with significant influence over the reliability, scalability, and overall quality of payroll delivery.
Key Responsibilities- Lead, mentor and support a payroll team, encouraging accountability, professionalism, and collaboration.

• Oversee daily workload allocation and performance, while stepping in to support processing during peak periods.
• Manage and contribute to end-to-end high volume weekly (& smaller monthly) payroll
• Process and validate timesheets, shifts, variable pay, statutory payments, deductions and holiday accruals.
• Investigate and resolve complex queries quickly, ensuring clear communication to all stakeholders.
• Support system integrations between payroll and finance.
• Ensure all activity meets current UK payroll legislation, audit standards, and internal control frameworks.
• Prepare for, and contribute to, internal and external audits.
• Evaluate existing workflows and identify opportunities to automate and streamline processes.
• Develop and maintain clear SOPs that drive consistency and minimise risk.
• Act as senior escalation point for complex payroll queries.
• Produce and develop reporting on payroll performance, accuracy, exception trends, and team capacity.
• Provide insight and recommendations to support operational planning and strategic decision-making. What you’ll need to succeed- Significant experience in high-volume payroll environments.
• Strong working knowledge of payroll systems, including configuration or optimisation exposure.
• Deep understanding of UK payroll legislation and compliance frameworks.
• Proven experience leading a payroll team while remaining hands-on with processing.
• Experience within invoice financing would be advantageous.
• Exposure to workflow redesign, automation or payroll system migration. What you’ll get in returnYou’ll get a generous starting salary based on your experience, and you will be part of a successful, rapidly growing organisation. Generous benefits including:- Company pension
• Discounted gym membership
• Life insurance
• Employee discount scheme
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Regular company events
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• On-site parking

What you need to do nowIf 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. #

Property Accountant, £55,000-£65,000, London

Your new company
I am currently working with a Property company, specialising in Residential and Commercial Property, who are looking to hire a Property Accountant. In this role, you will work closely with the Property Managers and Directors. It’s a great opportunity to add value and be exposed to senior management.
Your new role
You will play a key role in supporting the Directors and Property Management team. Your responsibilities will include:

• Overseeing daily processing of rent and service charge receipts
• Managing bank reconciliations and resolving reconciling items
• Completing and submitting VAT calculations and returns
• Managing service charge accounts and annual reporting
• Monthly/quarterly management and board reports
• Liaising with operational staff and providing financial information What you’ll need to succeed

Opportunities for international work and overseas travel for ambitious ACA

Your new company
This forward-thinking practice is home to accountants and specialist advisors who collaborate to provide a truly holistic service to clients. With a strong international footprint, a diverse client base and a reputation for developing newly qualified talent, this firm offers a career path that can take you all the way from ACA to Partner if that’s your ambition.You’ll join a supportive, multidisciplinary environment where you’re encouraged to broaden your skills rather than be pigeonholed. Expect variety, exposure and genuine investment in your long-term development.
Your new role- As a Newly Qualified ACA, you’ll enjoy a wonderfully mixed workload spanning:

• Managing audits, analytical reviews and due diligence for your clients
• Preparing accounts in line with relevant accounting standards
• Ensuring financial statements meet all regulatory requirements
• Working across IFRS, FCA, SRA, UK GAAP, US GAAP and other frameworks
• Corporation tax computations and planning
• Due diligence, fundraising and M&A projects
• Supporting systems improvements and software implementations You’ll work directly with clients from day one, gaining experience across business advisory, taxation, accountancy and audit. You’ll also have opportunities for international work and occasional overseas travel.This role is perfect for someone who wants to build a rounded, commercial skillset and avoid being boxed into a narrow service line.
  What you’ll need to succeed

• Newly qualified ACA
• Experience across audit, statutory accounts and corporation tax
• Confident communicator with the ability to work at all business levels
• A proactive, inquisitive approach and a desire to keep progressing
• Enjoy working in a multidisciplinary, collaborative environment

What you’ll get in return

• Accelerated career progression with a clear route to Manager and beyond
• Genuine long-term development all the way through to Partner (if you want it)
• Exposure to UK and international clients
• A varied, stimulating workload - no two weeks look the same
• Support for further qualifications, including CTA
• Hybrid working and a flexible, supportive culture
• Enhanced earnings and access to high-quality client projects
• You can expect challenging, interesting work, a great team and a career that keeps moving forward. You won’t get bored - promise

What you need to do now
If you’re a newly qualified ACA who wants variety, progression and real investment in your future, I’d love to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch for a confidential chat.

Technical Accounting & Group Reporting Manager - List Tech Group - Competitive Salary + Bonus

Your new companyA global tech group is looking for a Technical Accountant to join its high-performing Group Finance function. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a role with real ownership, acting as the in-house expert on revenue recognition and supporting wider group reporting across a complex international organisation.
Reporting to the Head of Group Reporting, you’ll play a key role in interpreting accounting standards, strengthening compliance across the group, and partnering with finance teams worldwide.
Your New Role

• Lead on IFRS 15 compliance: Analyse complex client contracts, identify performance obligations, assess control transfer, and ensure accurate revenue recognition across a services-based business.
• Prepare technical accounting documentation: Produce memos, journal entries and supporting schedules for new and existing revenue arrangements.
• Own key parts of month-end close: Support monthly, quarterly and annual reporting cycles with accurate revenue and related balance sheet entries.
• Act as a trusted technical point of contact: Provide clear guidance to internal stakeholders and external auditors, ensuring smooth and well-supported audit processes.
• Strengthen revenue controls: Contribute to the design and optimisation of central controls around IFRS 15.
• Support wider group reporting: Assist with other technical areas including IFRS 16 (leases), IFRS 2 (share-based payments), and play a lead role in the Group’s implementation of IFRS 18.

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

• Qualified Accountant (ACA) with strong technical accounting experience - Ideally Big 4 background
• Deep knowledge of IFRS 15, plus exposure to IFRS 16 and IFRS 2.
• A background in services, digital media, advertising, consulting, or technology is highly beneficial.
• Strong analytical skills and advanced Excel capability.
• Excellent communicator able to translate technical concepts for non-finance stakeholders.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable working under deadlines.
• Holds the right to work in the UK.

What you need to do now

3-6-month interim assignment

• Job Title: Interim Management Accountant
• Reports to: Head of Finance
• Location: Hybrid - Bath / Remote
• February start: 3-6 months Purpose of the roleProvide end-to-end ownership of the finance operations and group reporting. You will keep all systems clean and current, close the ledgers each month, deliver insightful MI packs and maintain robust controls.

Person profile:- Experience: 5 + years in a hands-on SME or agency finance role, including full month-end ownership and, ideally, multi-entity consolidation.

• Qualified (CIMA, ACCA or ACA) - or equivalent QBE. Will review part-qualified if you have a good amount of industry experience.
• Technical: Intermediate Excel / Google Sheets; confident user of Xero
• Analytical: Able to interrogate data, spot anomalies and explain variances clearly.
• Organisation: Works independently, prioritises deadlines, maintains immaculate attention to detail.
• Soft skills: Clear communicator who can translate numbers for creative non-finance colleagues.
• Values: High integrity, proactive mindset, comfortable in a fast-growth, ever-changing environment. Desirable- Exposure to US reporting/tax considerations and multi-currency environments.
• Prior experience in the media or tech services business.
• Familiarity with automation tools (Zapier, Power Query, SQL) for reporting efficiencies. 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 Charles Maidment from the Hays Bristol finance team.

Financial Controller to lead a small but highly efficient finance function in South Manchester.

Your new company
Your new company are a rapidly growing manufacturing SME based in South Manchester. After recent expansion across Europe and the US, they now need an experienced Financial Controller to head up their Finance Team.

Your new role
In your new role as Financial Controller you will oversee all financial operations of the business, maintaining strong financial controls, ensuring accurate reporting, meeting regulatory requirements, and managing cash flow effectively. This position blends hands on financial oversight with commercial awareness, providing senior leadership with timely and high quality financial information to support decision making and long term growth.

What you’ll need to succeed
You’ll be ACA/ACCA/CIMA Qualified with strong financial control and reporting experience, with the ability to lead month end, year end, and audit preparation. You’re confident in budgeting, forecasting, and delivering insightful analysis that supports commercial decision making. You can manage cash flow and working capital effectively, ensuring robust liquidity and risk management. You have solid knowledge of statutory compliance and maintain high standards of governance and internal controls. You’re also skilled in improving systems and processes, driving efficiency, accuracy, and better financial discipline across the business.

What you’ll get in return
You will be joining this ambitious SME, and be stepping into a high impact role with real ownership, visibility, and the opportunity to shape the company’s financial future as it scales. In return, you’ll receive a competitive £65,000 salary, a supportive leadership team, and a dynamic environment where your contribution genuinely drives growth and success.

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 on your career. #

Interim Financial Controller - Renewable Energy

Your new company
I am supporting a Natural Resources company in London that manages assets in Africa.
Your new role
As an interim Financial Controller, you will assist the CFO and manage 1 financial accountant. Key responsibilities include:

• Supervising the UK’s day-to-day financial accounts
• Preparation for month-end
• FX transfer payments: GBP, EURO, USD
• Dealing with payments and cashflow
• Joint-Venture accounting and recharges
• Utilisation of the ERP system, Access Dimensions

What you’ll need to succeed

• Fully Qualified accountant
• Experience working in Oil & Gas or wider natural resources
• JV accounting experience

What you’ll get in return

• Fully remote role
• Scaling business working alongside high calibre individuals as well as working for a business that is at the forefront of diversity, equality, inclusion and sustainability.

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 on your career.

Senior Finance Officer - Charity Sector - Hybrid - Belfast City Centre - PERMANENT

Your new company
You will be joining a well-established organisation within the healthcare sector that is committed to delivering high-quality services across Northern Ireland. This is a values-driven organisation that prioritises excellence, integrity, and continuous improvement. The company offers a collaborative working environment where your contribution will make a real impact.Your new role
As a Senior Finance Officer - General Ledger, you will play a key role in ensuring accurate and timely financial transactions. Reporting directly to the Finance Manager, you will manage the purchase ledger, supplier payments, and general ledger processes, including fixed assets. Your responsibilities will include:- Overseeing cash book processing and monthly bank reconciliations.

• Managing purchase ledger and supplier reconciliations.
• Preparing weekly cash flow forecasts and monthly actuals.
• Assisting with month-end processes, including closing ledgers and preparing balance sheet reconciliations.
• Supporting the preparation of financial statements and audit schedules. What you’ll need to succeed
  To be successful in this role, you will have:- Qualifications: IATI, part-qualified accountant, or equivalent professional/financial qualification.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years in a finance environment and at least 1 year managing a team. Alternatively, 5 years’ proven experience within purchase ledger, including journal preparation and reconciliations.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and finance systems.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently under tight deadlines.
• A proactive and flexible approach, with a willingness to assist across the finance department. What you’ll get in return
• Competitive salary up to £30,680 per annum
• 24/7 counselling services
• Comprehensive health care packages
• Cycle to work scheme
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• A supportive and inclusive work environment.
• The chance to work with a team of dedicated professionals in a reputable organisation 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.

Hybrid London role with a major national charity offering work-life balance and excellent development opps.

ABOUT THE ORGANISATION
Join one of the UK’s largest and most impactful charities - an organisation delivering life-changing services across communities nationwide. With a long history of social mission, they operate at scale across social welfare, community development, education, homelessness and support services.

THE ROLE
You will lead the provision of full management accounting support for a portfolio of key business areas, offering financial insight, analysis and proactive business partnering. Working closely with a Mission Management Accountant, you will help operational leaders understand performance, make informed decisions and plan effectively.

Key responsibilities include:
• Delivering management accounts, forecasts, variance analysis and commentary.
• Supporting budget holders with budgeting, planning and monthly monitoring.
• Providing financial advice, insights and training to non-finance stakeholders.
• Preparing journals, accruals, prepayments and month-end schedules.
• Supporting staffing/establishment analysis and headcount monitoring.
• Assisting income streams through invoice management.
• Producing financial modelling and strategic planning reports.
• Preparing year-end schedules and handling audit queries.

ABOUT YOU
• Significant experience in management accounting, budgeting and financial analysis within a large complex organisation.
• Fully qualified accountant - such as ACCA, ACA.
• Strong Excel and data analysis skills.
• Ability to run full month-end independently.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Organised, proactive and solutions-focused.

Desirable experience: charity accounting, VAT/Gift Aid, KPI development, strong excel ability.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU
• Hybrid working: two days per week in the London office.
• 35-hour working week with a strong work-life balance.
• Pension: Matched pension contribution
• On-site cafe with discounts.
• Minimum 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and Christmas closure.

Please apply now for the opportunity to work with a large, purpose-led charity making a real difference across communities every day.

This role will make you part of the future of the Firm.

Your new company
You’ll be joining a modern, people-centred accountancy practice that genuinely prioritises wellbeing, trust and quality work over box-ticking.They’ve built a reputation for being open, supportive and refreshingly down-to-earth - and unlike many firms
There are absolutely no timesheets.They trust their team to deliver without tracking every six minutes of their day.It’s an environment where relationships matter, ideas are welcomed and you’re encouraged to do your best work without the pressure of unnecessary admin.

NEWLY QUALIFIED ACCOUNTANT - ACA / ACCA

Your new company
Hays are delighted to be working with a fantastically well regarded Accountancy practice for their Belfast office. The firm has gone through a period of continued growth across their all Ireland business, Hays are looking for an experienced audit and accounts accountant to join our clients’ team. The ideal candidate will have a recognised accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) and at least 2 years of experience in audit and accounts preparation. The candidate should have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Your new role

• Conducting audits of financial statements and preparing reports.
• Preparing accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies.
• Maintaining accurate financial records.
• Ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations. What you’ll need to succeed
• A recognised accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
• At least 2 years of experience in audit and accounts preparation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team. What you’ll get in return
  Hybrid working
  Half day Friday
  pension
  Private healthcare

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.

Corporate Tax Associate Director job Top 10 ACA ACCA CTA

Your new company
Are you ready to take the next step in your tax career? My client, a Top 10 Firm, is experiencing rapid growth by growing their portfolio by winning business and gaining clients from referrals. They are looking for a Corporate Tax Associate Director to join a dynamic and forward-thinking team that thrives on solving complex challenges for ambitious businesses.

Your new role
You will:

• Deliver high-quality tax compliance and advisory services to a diverse portfolio of clients, from start-ups to multinational corporations.
• Act as a key point of contact, building strong relationships internally and externally.
• Lead large and complex projects, ensuring excellence in service delivery.
• Manage client engagements, billings, and identify opportunities for growth and improvement.
• Mentor and develop junior team members, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous learning.

What you’ll need to succeed
You will have proven experience in corporate tax, with strong technical knowledge and commercial awareness, have the ability to manage multiple priorities and work proactively. You will have excellent communication and leadership skills, a collaborative mindset and commitment to delivering exceptional client service.

What you’ll get in return
You will receive a salary of up to £95,000 depending on experience, there is also a £5k car allowance. Flexible working options available with up to 2 days working from home.

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 to , or call me now on

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. #

Group Reporting Manager , Statutory Consolidation Accountant, ACA, ICAEW, ACCA, ICAS, Qualified,

Your new company
I am working with an established international media agency in London hiring a qualified Accountant to join the business as a Group Reporting Manager. You will be working for a collaborative and supportive media business based in central London, which offers hybrid working (3 office days a week).
Your new role

• Preparation of statutory accounts
• Preparation of consolidated accounts
• Assist with the preparation of filing of the individual statutory accounts under FRS101 for all agencies in the UK and Ireland (20+).
• IFRS / FRS 102
• Ownership of the balance sheet process
• Management of external audit
• Prepare technical memos
• Assist with ensuring that the UK group audit is completed in a timely manner and that the Group and statutory filing deadlines are met.

• What you’ll need to succeed
• Qualified ACA / ACCA
• Practice into industry with experience preparing group statutory accounts
• Big 4 / Top 10 qualified
• UK GAAP / IFRS experience
• International entity experience

What you’ll get in return