Senior Company accountant £80,000-£90,000
Your new company
You will be joining a well-established PLC with a strong reputation for financial stability, operational excellence, and long-term market success. The organisation operates at scale, with a commitment to strong governance and a culture that values integrity and accountability. As the business continues to strengthen its corporate governance framework, it is seeking an experienced senior finance professional to take ownership of key statutory, compliance, and governance responsibilities.
Your new role
As Senior Company Accountant, you will play a central role in ensuring the organisation maintains the highest standards of financial governance and regulatory compliance. This is a broad and influential position that combines technical accounting with core elements of Company Secretary support. You will oversee pension reporting, financial controls, and compliance processes, while also managing critical governance activities including contract oversight, insurance programmes, pension administration, and PLC-level regulatory obligations.You will work closely with senior leadership, providing assurance around financial integrity, risk management, and adherence to corporate governance standards. This role offers significant autonomy and the opportunity to shape and enhance governance processes across the organisation.What you’ll need to succeed
You will be a qualified accountant with substantial experience in a senior financial governance or compliance focused role, ideally within a listed or highly regulated environment. You will bring strong technical accounting expertise, a deep understanding of statutory reporting requirements, and a disciplined approach to financial control. Experience supporting Company Secretary duties - such as managing contracts, insurance, pensions, or regulatory filings - will be highly advantageous.You will be detail driven, highly organised, and comfortable operating with a high degree of responsibility and confidentiality. Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with senior stakeholders are essential.What you’ll get in return
You will join a respected PLC offering a senior, high-impact role with genuine influence over governance and compliance standards. A competitive salary is on offer, alongside a strong benefits package and long-term career stability. This is an opportunity to play a key role in safeguarding the organisation’s financial integrity while contributing to the ongoing development of its governance framework.
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ACA, CIMA, ACCA
Your new company
Hays Accountancy & Finance Belfast are recruiting for our client, a large UK-based organisation who are seeking a Financial Planning & Analysis Manager to join its Sales & Commercial finance function. The business is going through a period of continued transformation and growth, offering a strong platform for finance professionals who enjoy driving insight and influencing senior stakeholders.
Your new role
Reporting into a senior FP&A leader, you will play a pivotal role in shaping financial strategy and supporting commercial decision-making across the UK business. This role sits at the heart of planning, forecasting and performance insight, with high exposure to senior leadership teams.Key responsibilities include:
This is a highly visible role, requiring both technical strength and the ability to translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insight.
What you’ll need to succeed
What you’ll get in return
Flexible working options available.
Competitive day rate - up to £600 per day!
What you need to do now
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Senior Finance Leadership Opportunity - Cornwall - Head of Finance
Your new company
Hays Senior Finance are delighted to be partnering with a well-established and purpose-led organisation with a turnover of around £25mn, assets valued in excess of £250mn, who employ a significant workforce in Cornwall.
Your new role
Suitable for an impactful and forward-thinking finance leader to join our client’s organisation at a pivotal time in its growth journey. Sitting at the heart of strategic decision-making, this role offers the opportunity to shape long-term financial planning, lead high-performing teams, and play a key part in the delivery of our corporate ambitions.
As the Head of Financial Planning & Treasury, you will lead three critical Group functions: Financial Planning, Treasury, and Tax. You’ll act as a trusted partner to senior stakeholders, ensuring the business has the insight, analysis and funding structures required to deliver strong, sustainable performance.
Reporting to a Finance Director, day-to-day, you will be responsible for:- Leading the Group Financial Planning function, ensuring accurate and timely business plans are produced and that robust financial and cashflow information supports strategic decision-making.
Finance Business Partner required for a PE backed Law Firm in South Manchester
Your new company
Your new company are a highly ambitious PE-backed law firm who’ve been recognised as one of the best places to work in the UK.
Your new role
In your new role you will analyse current and historical financial data and performance to identify trends and opportunities for growth. You will prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and forecasts. Develop and maintain financial models to support budgeting, forecasting, and long term planning. Monitor KPI’s and deliver actionable financial insights. You will perform variance analysis between actual results and budgets or forecasts whilst providing financial analysis to support strategic initiatives and investment decisions. You will support with the budgeting process. You will prepare financial reports and presentations for senior management and stakeholders, consolidate Group results and deliver clear, meaningful financial insights.
What you’ll need to succeed
You will be a ACA/ACCA/CIMA Qualified with 2-5 years of experience in a Financial Planning & Analysis position. You will have strong knowledge of financial modelling, forecasting, and data analysis techniques. Proficiency in Excel, financial software, and BI tools is essential, as are excellent analytical, problem solving, and organisational skills, with strong attention to detail and accuracy. The role also requires the ability to present complex data clearly and concisely to stakeholders, and an understanding of GAAP or IFRS accounting principles is a plus.
What you’ll get in return
You will receive a salary up to £65,000 and a 3/2 hybrid working pattern. You will join a recently PE backed Law Firm that is going through positive change and have big growth plans for 2026. This is a newly created role with great career progression opportunities.
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Finance Systems Senior Accountant - Higher Education - FTC 14 Months - Up To £60k + Fantastic Benefits - MCR
Your new company
Leading Northwest University with a reputation for excellence and innovation across the globe.
Finance Business Partner job for a construction company paying £50,000-£60,000
Your new company
A long-established, fast-growing specialist construction business is seeking a talented Finance Business Partner to join its Milton Keynes team. With projects across the UK, Middle East and Asia, the business delivers high quality, rapidly deployed solutions.
Your new role
Finance Shared Service Manager - Permanent - Based Outskirts of Cheltenham, Gloucestershire - Hays
Your new company
Hays Accountancy & Finance are partnering with a rapidly growing & successful global engineering group to recruit an experienced & hands-on Finance Shared Service Manager. This permanent role will join their accounting team based on the outskirts of Cheltenham, Gloucestershire to support their ambitious growth plans. You will lead, develop and manage the accounts payable, accounts receivable and credit control teams, along with playing a key role in supporting working capital management, maintaining the integrity of the balance sheet and process improvement projects. This is a great opportunity to join a fast-paced environment, where commitment to excellence and improvement drives their success to remain at the forefront of their industry. It is essential you have experience in Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Credit Control management.
Your new role
Your key duties will involve management, oversight and development of the Credit Control, Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable teams. You will lead weekly debt meetings to drive efficient and effective credit control, challenging the wider business when needed. Ownership of the GRNI process, ensuring timely reconciliations are completed, supporting forecasts and analysis as required by maintaining tidy and complete accounting ledgers. You will develop an understanding of customer and supplier activity, facilitate the approval and creation of both customer and supplier accounts, along with supporting external/internal site audit processes. You will produce key balance sheet reconciliations, support month-end processing, business reporting, and lead process improvement projects.
What you’ll need to succeed
To be considered for this fast-paced and permanent Finance Shared Service Manager role, you will need experience in a similar position, shared service experience, strong MS Excel skills, experienced in a range of financial systems, with logical thinking and excellent attention to detail. You will have experience managing and developing finance team members, with hands-on knowledge of Credit Control, Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable. You will be used to managing workloads to meet deadlines and have strong communication skills to build both internal/external relationships at all levels, with the ability to investigate problems and resolve queries in a timely manner. You will be adaptable to business needs and comfortable with an environment of continuous change/improvement. Ideally, you will be part-qualified/qualified in ACCA/CIMA/ACA, qualified by experience candidates will also be considered. Experience within the manufacturing or engineering sectors, along with knowledge of One Stream, Infor Visual or Siteline would be advantageous but not essential.
What you’ll get in return
This permanent Finance Shared Service Manager role offers a salary between £50,000 - £65,000 per annum, dependable on experience, based on the outskirts of Cheltenham, Gloucestershire. Benefits include up to a 20 % annual bonus, 26 days holiday plus bank holidays, a contributed pension scheme, flexible working hours with an early finish on Fridays, paid volunteering time, a buy/sell holiday scheme, a 24/7 employee assistance program, and further group benefits. This is a great opportunity in a rapidly growing group where value can really be added, leading the finance transactional processes for the business.
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Your new role
Finance Officer - Public Sector Organisation
6 months contract - could be extended
£30,000
3 days in the office, 2 at home
Offices in Hammersmith
Responsibilities
Audit Manager Role at Top 10 Accountancy Firm in Edinburgh City Centre
Your new company
Your new role
Accounts Assistant for Glasgow CA Firm
Your new company
Hays is happy to be partnering with a CA firm that has recently entered the Scottish market after experiencing rapid growth in England. The firm provides leading and comprehensive business advisory services ranging tax, accounts, and audit.
Your new role
In this role, your responsibilities will include:
What you’ll need to succeed
What you’ll get in return
What you need to do now
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Accounts Senior Warrington Flexible, Hybrid working options
Your New CompanyYour new company are a long-established and well-regarded independent firm of chartered accountants and business advisors headquartered in Warrington, with additional presence across the North West. The firm is known for its personable, partnership-driven approach and its commitment to combining traditional accountancy expertise with modern, technology-led solutions. With a diverse SME client base and a culture built around collaboration, innovation, and professional development, the firm offers a supportive environment where you can genuinely contribute to client success.
Your New RoleIn your new role as Accounts Senior, you will take ownership of a varied portfolio of clients, preparing year-end accounts, management accounts, VAT returns, reconciliations, and adjustments while ensuring accuracy and high-quality output. You will work closely with clients, handling queries, managing expectations, and supporting them in navigating their financial information. You’ll also play an active role in reviewing work produced by junior colleagues, contributing to process improvements, and supporting the wider accounts and advisory team in delivering an outstanding service. The position offers a balance of technical accounting work, client interaction, and opportunities to deepen your expertise within a forward-thinking practice.
What You Will Need to SucceedAs an Accounts Senior, you will take the lead in preparing client accounts to professional standards and ensuring all work is completed accurately and within agreed timescales. The role involves overseeing and reviewing the work of junior colleagues, providing guidance where needed, and finalising accounts and tax calculations for senior review. You will maintain strong client relationships by managing queries, understanding client priorities, and adapting workflows to meet deadlines. In addition, you will be responsible for managing budgets effectively, identifying opportunities to add value, and supporting the wider team through mentoring, feedback, and the resolution of technical queries. This position requires strong knowledge of UK accounting standards, the ability to handle a broad client portfolio, and confidence in delivering high-quality service across all assignments. What You Will Get in ReturnIn return, you will join a well-respected, supportive, and modern firm that genuinely invests in its people. You’ll enjoy a collaborative culture, exposure to a broad range of clients, and clear opportunities to develop your skills and progress within a growing practice. The firm values ambitious, proactive team members and offers an environment where your contribution truly matters.You will also benefit from key employee perks, including flexible working, 27 days’ holiday plus your birthday off, life assurance, and access to a vibrant social and wellbeing programme, all designed to support work-life balance and long-term professional growth.
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Accounts Payable - Temporary - Immediate Start
Your new role
This temporary role supports the finance team with high-volume invoice processing, supplier statement reconciliations, and ensuring prompt, accurate payments to keep operations running smoothly.
What you’ll need to succeed- Previous experience in accounts payable or finance administration
Key Responsibilities
What you’ll get in return
What you need to do now
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Management Accountant - International Transport Organisation
Your new company
I am currently supporting an international transport operator based in London to hire a Management Accountant on a hybrid working basis. The business are bringing together the best ways of travelling, setting a new standard of transport in the UK. This is a great time to join.
Your new role
You will support the finance team with the production of financial reports, quarterly forecasts, annual budgets and external reporting.
You will also liaise with the budget holders and support the head of FP&A with the annual statutory accounts and liaise with internal and external auditors.
Additionally, a lot of the role will be supporting the head of fp&a and collaborating with budget holders and senior leadership.
What you’ll need to succeed
Financial Reporting Analyst - Energy Business
Your new company
You will be working for a-name brand energy business based in Central London with offices worldwide.
Your new role
You will sit within the controllership team and focus on the review of accruals and payments. Additionally, you will help produce monthly/quarterly financial reports and assist with ad hoc analysis and presentations to the board. A large part of this role is analysis focussed, so a good understanding of Excel is needed.
What you’ll need to succeed
Temporary Contract - Finance & Payroll Officer - Doncaster - Hybrid Working - ASAP start - Up to £36,000 - SAP
Your new company
A well-established business with global reach based in Doncaster is looking to bring on an experienced finance & payroll professional for an immediate start, joining the team on a 6-8-month contract, with potential for further extension.
German speaking would be a bonus for this role, but not essential.
Your new role
Our client is currently seeking interim support within their EMEA payroll team. The role will involve assisting with end-to-end payroll operations within a non-UK shared service centre, ensuring all payroll data is accurately validated and submitted in a timely manner.
Key responsibilities include ensuring payroll is accurately processed and reported in line with month-end journals and forecasts. The successful candidate must be comfortable working with financial statements up to trial balance level.
What you’ll need to succeed
Senior Accountant (Education) Northwich
Your new company
An independent accountancy practice based in Northwich is experiencing significant growth, particularly within the education sector. Due to this growth, the firm is seeking experienced accountants with a strong background in education to join their expanding team. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a supportive and forward-thinking firm that values specialist expertise and client service.
Your new role
As an experienced accountant, you’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality audit and accounts services to education clients. You’ll manage a varied portfolio, lead client engagements, and provide strategic financial advice tailored to the unique needs of the education sector. You’ll also contribute to the development of internal processes and support junior team members, helping to maintain the firm’s reputation for excellence and integrity.
What you’ll need to succeed
What you’ll get in return
You’ll be joining a growing firm with a strong local presence and a commitment to professional development. The role offers a competitive salary package and the chance to work with a team that values your expertise. You’ll also benefit from a supportive culture and opportunities to grow your career in a specialist area.
North London job opportunity for Qualified ACCA or ACA Senior Accountant
Inviting a Qualified Accountant who has a passion to support SMEs, to join as an Associate of this boutique firm in North London.
Currently operating in the UK, they are the perfect accounting solution partner for start-ups and SMEs. They have a clear philosophy, that by creating space for the entrepreneur, they can focus on growing their business. You will be part of the core team of 5 in North London. Portfolio Management (80%) accountable for the preparation of year end accounts. Systems Management (20%) You’ll also be accountable for improving the systems and processes, where necessary. You are a Chartered or Certified Accountant, who is commercially minded. You have hands-on expertise working with Xero, including migration from other platforms. You have 3 years experience managing client portfolios of 50 and more accounts.
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Enfield job opportunity Xero Specialist Bookkeeper / Payroll
Inviting a Xero Specialist Bookkeeper/Payroll who has a passion to support SMEs, to join a boutique firm in North London This firm is the perfect accounting solution partner for startups and SMEs. They have a clear philosophy, that by creating space for the entrepreneur, they can focus on growing their business. This role is focused primarily on supporting the Managing Partner and senior manager of the firm to create space for them to develop the brand, and to be able to serve a growing list of prospective clients. You can expect your focus to be on the following areas Portfolio Management : Managing a portfolio of approx. 50 -75 clients on Xero. Maintaining and supervising the bookkeeping function to ensure accuracy of VAT returns. Maintaining and supervising the payroll function to ensure this is completed on time, working on up to 50 payrolls per month.
You are a competent bookkeeper who has at least 2 years’ worth of experience using Xero within a Public Practice environment.
Flexible working hours will be considered
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Bookkeeper and Accounts Preparation Specialist job opportunity in Watford
We are currently recruiting for a Bookkeeper and Accounts preparer. Please see below for the job specification. Are you interested?
Bookkeeper and Accounts Preparation SpecialistThis is a well-established and reputable accountancy practice, dedicated to providing high-quality services to a diverse range of clients. They believe in maintaining a fun, inclusive atmosphere where everyone’s ideas are valued, and they celebrate their successes together. If this sounds like what you’re looking for, we’d love to hear from you. We are currently seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Bookkeeper and Accounts Preparation Specialist to join this friendly and supportive team.
This role presents an exciting opportunity to develop your career in a dynamic and client-focused environment. Key Responsibilities: Accurately process and manage the bookkeeping for a variety of clients in different industries. Prepare annual financial statements and working papers for review by manager. Prepare VAT returns and ensure compliance with relevant tax regulations. Prepare client payrolls, ensuring compliance with tax and regulatory requirements. Complete month-end procedures such as: bank/cash reconciliations, debtors and creditors review, month-end journals for stock, depreciation, accrued income etc., other balance sheet reconciliations, profit & loss review, and interpretation. Creating budgets in Xero to assist clients with forecasting. Liaise with clients to ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial records. Key Requirements: Proven experience in bookkeeping and accounts preparation, within an accountancy practice. Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices. Xero certified is desirable, but Xero experience is essential. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy. Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Good communication skills and the ability to build strong client relationships. This is mainly office based; team members are allowed to work from home one day per week. This firm is a Xero only practice and Gold partner so the role would ideally suit someone that loves working with Xero!
Management Accountant, 12 month FTC, Liverpool, Hybrid Working, Potential to turn permanent
Your new company
A first-class employer in the Liverpool region is recruiting a management accountant for a 12-month FTC. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to redefining how the group management accounts are prepared, whilst creating a more business partnering-focused function. There is strong potential for the job to turn permanent on completion of the FTC.
Your new role
You’ll support the operational and financial management through reporting, forecasting, analysis and management of financial performance. You’ll also support in progress and upcoming projects, including an ERP upgrade.
Duties and responsibilities include:
What you’ll need to succeed
Excellent Senior Accounting role!
Your new company
We are seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a portfolio of clients, overseeing financial reporting, tax compliance, and providing strategic financial advice.
Your new role