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Finance Manager (Interim - 12 Month FTC) Location: Leeds (Hybrid - 3 days WFH) Salary: Up to £75k Start: Immediate The Role Elevation Recruitment Group are supporting a leading Leeds-based organisation in the search for an experienced Finance Manager on a 12-month interim contract. You'll take ownership of the monthly management accounts, delivering accurate and timely reporting, alongside meaningful variance analysis that adds real insight. There's also responsibility for audit support, VAT returns, payroll review, and driving improvements across the month-end process. It's a key role within the team, working closely with senior stakeholders to strengthen financial control and support better decision-making across the business. Key Responsibilities Preparation of monthly management accounts, including group consolidation Variance analysis against budget and forecast, with clear, useful commentary Balance sheet reconciliations and maintaining strong financial controls Support with statutory accounts and audit process VAT returns and regulatory reporting compliance Cashflow monitoring and forecasting Payroll review and oversight Budgeting support and KPI reporting Oversight of purchase ledger and payment approvals Improving month-end processes and reporting timelines Line management and development of finance team About You Proven experience in a Finance Manager or similar role Strong month-end and management accounts experience Confident handling audits, VAT, and financial reporting Experience managing or supporting a small finance team Strong Excel and systems skills Part-qualified or qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) desirable If you're an experienced Finance Manager looking for your next interim opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Title: Management Accountant Location: Kettering, Northamptonshire Salary: 35,000 + Study Support Working Pattern: 4 days office / 1 day WFH Role Overview We are seeking a part-qualified Management Accountant to join a growing construction business during an exciting period of expansion and systems transformation. This role will take ownership of key month-end processes while supporting the wider finance function with accurate reporting, commercial insight, and process improvement. The successful candidate will play a key role in strengthening financial controls, improving processes, and building strong relationships across operational teams. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to develop into a senior leadership role, with a clear progression path towards Head of Finance. Key Responsibilities Preparation of monthly management accounts, ensuring accuracy and timeliness Full ownership of month-end processes including accruals, prepayments, and journals Balance sheet reconciliations and investigation of variances Support budgeting and forecasting processes Provide financial analysis and insight to commercial and operational teams Work closely with project teams to ensure accurate financial reporting (construction-specific accounting) Support year-end audit and preparation of audit schedules Assist with VAT returns and cash flow reporting Contribute to the implementation of a new ERP system ( COINS ) over the next 6-9 months Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and reporting quality Support and collaborate with the wider finance team where required Skills & Experience Part-qualified accountant (AAT / CIMA / ACCA) Strong foundation in management accounting Previous experience within the construction sector ( highly desirable ) Strong understanding of accruals, prepayments, and month-end processes Experience with fixed assets and journal postings Confident working with non-finance stakeholders Strong Excel skills and systems experience (Sage 200 experience beneficial; COINS highly advantageous) Experience supporting audit processes is beneficial Additional Information Study support provided On-site parking Interview process: 2 stages (Teams interview followed by face-to-face with Finance Director) At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.

Company The Group is based in north west London and encompasses varied activities from Medical, Sports, Hospitality, Leisure and Property. If you are looking for a role to really make your own, we think there s nowhere better than joining this dynamic business and where you will get an opportunity to make a real impact. We are looking for a Management Accountant to join our clients team in London. You will be responsible for overseeing a football entity and several property companies. It is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys variety and is looking to develop the career and experience. You will need a solid accounting background perhaps you are part-qualified ACCA or CIMA accountant. Due to this growth, they are now looking to hire a Management Accountant to join their high-performing finance team. This role will be based FULL-TIME in the office. Role The Management Accountant for this growing environment trade and services business based in North London, will work closely with the Chief Financial Officer in supporting financial reporting. They will also take ownership of the fixed asset register and responsible for other duties including: Assisting in preparing monthly management accounts including accruals and prepayments. Performing variance analysis and contributing to the commentary around financials. Assist in preparing financial summaries to support decision making by senior leadership. Maintain the fixed asset register accurately. Preparing monthly depreciation schedules and ensure accurate reporting. Track and report on CapEx projects. Assist with month-end and year-end closing. Assist in regularly enhancing financial systems and various processes. Provide ad hoc analysis and support across the wider business. Profile The ideal candidate for this Management Accountant position, should have the following attributes: Minimum of 3+ years of experience in a finance capacity, producing management account packs. Experience with fixed asset register, as well as balance sheet reconciliations. Can be a part-qualified accountant or qualified by experience. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Confident with Excel

A senior tax professional is sought to join a leading international accountancy firm within a well-established regional office. The role sits within a growing Corporate and Business Tax function and offers a strong advisory focus, working directly with partners and specialist teams to support owner managed businesses, groups, and family run enterprises. This is a visible position with genuine influence over client outcomes, team development, and future growth. Job Title : Mixed Tax Manager/Senior Manager Job Type : Permanent Location : Godalming Salary : £67,000 £91,000 Reference no : 15988 Senior Accountant Benefits 25 days core holiday Enhanced maternity/paternity Enhanced pension Competitive salary which is regularly reviewed Incentive programme for new clients and staff introductions Life assurance and health cash plan Employee assistance programme Hybrid and flexible working Mixed Tax Manager/Senior Manager About The Role This position combines hands-on advisory work with responsibility for managing delivery and quality across a varied client portfolio. You will act as a trusted adviser to clients, lead tax projects from scoping through to completion, and work closely with colleagues across tax, general practice, legal, and financial planning. Alongside advisory work, you will oversee relevant compliance activity and support the development of junior team members. Key responsibilities: Lead tax advisory engagements for owner managed businesses, groups, and family owned clients Identify planning opportunities and manage projects from initial discussions through to implementation Provide integrated tax advice across corporation tax, income tax, capital gains tax, inheritance tax, and related areas Support business restructurings and transactions, including group reorganisations and shareholder planning Prepare and review technical documentation, including HMRC clearances and valuation related work Advise on employee share arrangements and growth structures, working alongside valuation specialists where required Support clients with reliefs and incentive schemes, including advance assurance applications Review complex corporation tax returns and oversee compliance work delivered by junior team members Act as a technical point of contact for wider practice teams, responding to queries arising from client work Contribute to business development activity alongside partners Coach, review, and develop junior members of the tax team, maintaining high technical standards The successful Mixed Tax Manager/Senior Manager will have: CTA qualification ACA or ACCA qualification is preferred Strong experience in corporate, OMB, or mixed tax environments Proven advisory experience alongside a solid compliance background Confidence reviewing complex work and supervising junior staff Strong technical knowledge with a commercial approach to problem solving Excellent communication skills and confidence dealing directly with clients Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver work to deadlines A proactive mindset and willingness to take ownership of work and relationships Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)

Job Title: Accounting Clerk / Finance Location: London Salary: Depending on qualification and experience Job type: Full time, Permanent About the Company: Evergreen Marine (UK) Ltd is a leading international container shipping line which symbolizes innovative, reliable and sustainable marine transportation service. We continue with our mission to build efficient e-commerce platforms and to accelerate our fleet renewal program, introducing ever more eco-friendly container ships. Evergreen Line is the common trading name for the Evergreen Group's container shipping companies that comprise Evergreen Marine Corp. (Taiwan) Ltd, Italia Marittima S.p.A., Evergreen Marine (UK) Ltd, Evergreen Marine (Singapore) PTE Ltd, Evergreen Marine (Hong Kong) Ltd and Evergreen Marine (Asia) Pte. Ltd. Together, the six shipping companies operate a modern fleet of container ships with a combined capacity of more than 1.2 million TEU and maintain services across a broad array of trade lanes around the world. About the job: This is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to join our London Office, in our Finance department (Funds Section). Working on a full-time basis. If you are looking for a career within a well-established container shipping company, are enthusiastic and self-motivated then this may be the job for you. Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to: Daily fund/cash flow management Daily TT payment input received from customers Daily exchange rate and cost table maintenance Monitoring and liaising with banks Preparing daily cash reports such as cash position report Preparing monthly bank account reconciliation report Preparing monthly valuation of foreign currency Preparing weekly / monthly / quarterly /KPI outstanding reports Preparing daily payment received oracle reports Credit note check and offsets Monitoring and chasing outstanding positions Checking and processing refund requests Manual invoice issue Dealing with general queries and payment allocation Setting up and maintenance of credit accounts and bi -annual credit review. Prepare analysis for EC Sales List for Irish customers Setting up monthly exchange rates About you: Basic Requirements: AAT qualifications at least or diploma/degree in Finance or Accounting Legal right to work in UK Good organization, and communication skills Familiar with Microsoft Office - Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook To be honest, responsible and punctual, to be able to work on your own initiative as well as to be a great team worker Benefits of Joining Evergreen Marine (UK) Ltd: - Subsidized lunch in our canteen - On-site Gym - Cycle to Work scheme - Sports and Social Club - monthly organized events for staff at discounted rates - Interest-free Company Loan for Annual Season Ticket - Employee Assistance Programme - offering 24/7 Mental Wellbeing Support, counselling service, financial guidance and legal consultations - Personal Accident Insurance - Optional Private Medical Insurance - Life Insurance - Group Company Pension Scheme - Pension advisory services + Annual One-on-One Pension review Meetings - Income Protection Scheme Please click on the APPLY button and you will be redirected to our careers page to apply for this role. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Accounts Assistant, Accounts Administrator, Accounts Clerk, Finance Clerk, Finance Administrator, Accountant, Accounts Receivable, Credit Control, Cashflow Controller, Finance Coordinator, AAT may be considered for this role.

MCS Group is delighted to be partnering with a well-known company based in Belfast as they seek to recruit a Graduate Finance Assistant a full time, temporary basis. The duration of the assignment is until September. This will give you experience to help you kick start your professional career! Having gone through extensive growth & being a leader in their industry, this opportunity will be a fantastic role for someone with an interest in accounts. You will work alongside a large finance team and reap the rewards for working with one of Northern Ireland's top companies! All training will be provided for this role so this would be great for an ambitious individual looking to take a step into finance! To succeed you will have administration experience or a previous placement year. Your New Job: Reporting to the Head Office Accountant specific duties include: Collating daily lodgements, reconciling presented transactions to daily banking sheets, challenging discrepancies, counting and bagging up cash/cheques ready for collection by security firm. Reconciling payments to customer remittances, debit advices and allocating funds accurately Providing cover for daily vehicle cash postings Other Ad hoc duties when required What you need to succeed: Graduate or previous finance experience Pleasant telephone manner Excellent communication skills Work under pressure To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up to date CV via the link provided or contact Ruth Cox, Specialist Consultant at MCS Group Even if this position is not right for you, we may have others that are. Please visit MCS Group to view a wide selection of our current jobs All conversations will be treated in the strictest of confidence.

An established and growing multi-entity business is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to lead its day-to-day finance operations. This is a senior and highly visible role, working closely with the senior leadership team and board to ensure robust financial reporting, strong financial controls and clear commercial insight across the organisation. The successful candidate will be a hands-on, technically strong accountant who enjoys operating in a fast-paced environment and partnering with operational leaders across the business. Financial Reporting & Management Accounts Prepare accurate monthly management accounts including P&L, balance sheet and cash flow Deliver weekly financial performance summaries for senior leadership Produce monthly variance analysis against budget with clear commentary Develop and maintain divisional financial reporting, ensuring clear performance visibility across business units Accounts Receivable & Debt Management Oversee the sales ledger and credit control function Monitor aged debtor reporting and cash collection performance Work with operational teams to resolve billing queries and improve collections Accounts Payable & Payroll Oversight Manage purchase ledger processes and supplier payments Oversee payroll processes across multiple worker types Ensure compliance with relevant payroll and pay regulations Budgeting, Forecasting & Commercial Support Coordinate the annual budgeting process Produce and maintain rolling cash flow forecasts Provide financial modelling and commercial analysis to support decision-making Support financial due diligence and strategic projects when required Controls, Compliance & Audit Maintain a strong internal control environment Support the preparation of year-end statutory accounts Manage VAT submissions and liaise with external advisers on tax matters Ensure compliance with relevant financial and employment regulations Systems & Process Improvement Manage and develop accounting systems and reporting tools Identify and implement process improvements Maintain accurate and audit-ready financial records Leadership Line manage and develop members of the finance team Act as the primary finance contact for operational managers and senior leadership Support board reporting and strategic financial initiatives About You Essential Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) Experience producing management accounts within a multi-entity or group environment Minimum of 5 years senior finance experience in construction, infrastructure, labour supply of related sectors. Strong technical accounting knowledge including UK GAAP Experience managing cash flow, credit control and high-volume transactions Hands-on approach with strong organisational skills Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills Strong communication skills with the ability to present financial information to non-finance stakeholders Desirable Experience working in fast-paced or operationally complex environments Experience using systems such as Sage, Xero or similar Exposure to group consolidations and intercompany accounting Experience working alongside senior finance leadership or a fractional FD model What's on Offer A senior finance leadership role with real influence across the business Direct exposure to senior leadership and board-level reporting Opportunity to shape and improve finance processes and reporting A fast-moving environment where your impact will be visible Think Accountancy and Finance is the finance division of Think Specialist Recruitment, an independent recruitment agency based in Hemel Hempstead and working across the Herts, Beds and Bucks area. We specialise in permanent, temporary and contract recruitment with areas of expertise including: Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Finance Admin, Part Qualified Finance, Credit Control and Bookkeepers.

Your New Company Are you a qualified Management or Commercial Accountant (CIMA, ACCA or ACA), ideally with experience in professional services? We are seeking an analytical and commercially minded finance professional to support a highly regarded global law firm, providing insight, planning support and trusted financial advice to senior stakeholders. Would also suit a first-time mover from a Chartered Accountancy Firm. Your New Role To provide financial support and analysis to the Commercial Finance Manager and legal groups, including to partners and fee earners covering all aspects of financial performance and control, and ownership of the group's P&L. Prepare and share periodic management information and commentary with senior stakeholders, supporting informed decision-making. Work closely with the CFM and business leaders to review performance trends and support agreed improvement actions. Contribute to ongoing forecasting activity to maintain clear visibility of business performance. Support the development of business plans, budgets and forecasts in collaboration with the Reporting & Planning team and business leadership. Provide financial input and constructive challenge on strategic proposals, including post-implementation review where appropriate. Coordinate the consolidation of legal group and Non-UK office budgets and forecasts into TM1. Support effective management of WIP, billing, cash collection and time recording, working with finance colleagues. Produce regular monitoring information on billing, cash, spend and key metrics. Assist in managing working capital and monitoring expenditure against budget. Ensure timely delivery of routine planning and reporting requirements. Provide financial insight and analysis to support pitches, tenders and commercial discussions. Review profitability across clients, sectors and work types, contributing to discussions on margin improvement. Work with partners and the Business Development team to support effective management of client relationships and commercial terms. Contribute to finance and wider business projects as required. Identify pragmatic opportunities to improve processes, reporting and ways of working. What you'll need to succeed We're looking for someone dynamic with a hands-on approach who will quickly adapt to the business and our systems. ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified Professional, credible and confident in dealing appropriately with people at all levels. Strong financial and commercial acumen Strong analytical and financial modelling skills Advanced Excel Desirable Previous experience of working in a professional services organisation What you'll get in return Competitive Salary & Benefits Package Permanent 35-hour working week. Hybrid Working Career progression and opportunities 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. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Elevation Recruitment Group are delighted to be recruiting for a well-established construction SME in Chesterfield with an annual turnover of £10 Million t/o. They are currently looking for a Financial Controller to come in a manage a small team and work closely with the business owner. They offer hybrid working 4 days a week in the office with scope to go down to 3 days a week in the office after 6 months. The office hours are Monday to Friday (8am - 4pm). Benefits include: Salary up to £ days holiday and auto enrolment pension. The Financial Controller will be responsible for overseeing the financial operations, ensuring robust financial management, accurate reporting, and strong financial controls across the business. The role will support senior leadership by providing financial insight, maintaining compliance, and driving improvements in financial processes and performance. The successful candidate will play a key role in strategic decision-making, cash flow management, and supporting the continued growth of the organisation. Key Responsibilities:- Oversee all day-to-day financial operations of the business Manage and develop a small finance team Partner with operational leaders across the business Produce accurate and timely monthly management accounts Lead the month-end and year-end close processes Prepare financial reports and performance analysis for senior management Develop and maintain financial dashboards and KPIs to support business decisions Lead the annual budgeting process. Develop rolling forecasts and financial models Provide variance analysis against budgets and forecasts Monitor and manage cash flow forecasting Optimise working capital including receivables, payables, and inventory Maintain robust internal financial controls and procedures Ensure compliance with UK accounting standards and statutory regulations Coordinate with external accountants Review and improve financial processes and controls. Support implementation or optimisation of finance systems and reporting tools Drive automation and efficiency improvements across finance operations Provide financial insight to support commercial decision-making Identify opportunities to improve profitability and efficiency Key Skills & Experience: Previous experience gained in a senior finance role Experience of working within an SME Experience working within the construction sector is essential Strong financial reporting and management accounting experience Leadership skills Experience managing financial systems and improving processes. Commercial finance or business partnering experience Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent attention to detail Ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities Proactive, hands-on approach in a dynamic environment If you are interested in this role, please apply today!

My Local Government client is looking to recruit a Group Accountant, with a focused on technical accounting, to join the team on a permanent basis. Reporting into the Finance Manager your role will include: Support the Co-ordination of budgets, medium term financial plan, service plans & annual accounts closure in accordance with fixed timescales & processes for the whole of the council and at other times as required by clients. In accordance with agreed timetables/deadlines manage the accurate & timely completion of grant claims, government & other returns, publications & research to internal/external clients. Liaise with and provide financial advice & training to directors, heads of service and budget holders. On an ad-hoc basis be a member on tender evaluation & grant panels. To identify which bid offers the most economically advantageous proposal for the council based on the criteria specified in the relevant documentation and ensure the financial implications are fully understood at the outset. To immediately advise the Finance Manager/Business Partner, Head of Finance and/or Director of Finance on any issue that could affect the discharge of the statutory duties of the s151 officer. This is a permanent role with 1 day a week in the office. To be considered for the role you will need to ideally be a fully qualified accountant with previous local government experience. The salary on offer is circa 50,000.

My Local Government client is looking to recruit a Group Accountant, with a focused on Capital, Tax and Treasury, to join the team on a permanent basis. Reporting into the Finance Manager your role will include: Support the Co-ordination of budgets, medium term financial plan, service plans & annual accounts closure in accordance with fixed timescales & processes for the whole of the council and at other times as required by clients. In accordance with agreed timetables/deadlines manage the accurate & timely completion of grant claims, government & other returns, publications & research to internal/external clients. Liaise with and provide financial advice & training to directors, heads of service and budget holders. On an ad-hoc basis be a member on tender evaluation & grant panels. To identify which bid offers the most economically advantageous proposal for the council based on the criteria specified in the relevant documentation and ensure the financial implications are fully understood at the outset. To immediately advise the Finance Manager/Business Partner, Head of Finance and/or Director of Finance on any issue that could affect the discharge of the statutory duties of the s151 officer. This is a permanent role with 1 day a week in the office. To be considered for the role you will need to ideally be a fully qualified accountant with previous local government experience. The salary on offer is circa 50,000.

Tax Accountant Outskirts of Stevenage (Hybrid - 3 days onsite) Salary up to £60,000 per annum We're working with a well-established and growing business looking to bring in a Tax Accountant to strengthen their finance function. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working across a broad tax remit, partnering with the wider business, and playing a key role in ensuring compliance while adding commercial value. Reporting into the Head of Tax, you'll be a key point of contact for all tax-related matters across multiple entities. This is a varied position combining compliance, reporting, and business partnering. You will: Prepare and review corporate tax computations and returns across multiple entities Support quarterly tax reporting, including forecasts and budgeting inputs Assist with statutory reporting, including IFRS-related tax disclosures Analyse tax data and provide insights to support decision-making Work closely with the wider finance team and non-finance stakeholders Support VAT and indirect tax processes, including property-related VAT where applicable Liaise with HMRC and external advisors Contribute to ongoing improvements in tax processes and controls Support and mentor junior team members Get involved in ad hoc projects across the group About You We're looking for someone who is both technically strong and commercially aware. You'll ideally have: A recognised qualification (ATT, ACA, ACCA, CTA or equivalent) Solid experience in corporate tax and compliance Exposure to VAT and broader tax matters Strong analytical skills and high attention to detail Confidence working with financial systems (e.g. Alphatax or similar - beneficial but not essential) Advanced Excel capability The ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities A proactive, solutions-focused mindset Strong communication skills with the ability to build relationships across the business This role offers real breadth, you won't just be "doing returns." You'll be part of a collaborative finance team, gaining exposure across the business and playing a meaningful role in shaping tax processes and supporting growth.

About Us: At HMA Tax, we specialise in helping commercial property owners identify unclaimed Capital Allowances to receive tax relief and refunds. We provide advice to many of the UK's leading law firms, accountants and property developers. As the UK's foremost independent experts in Capital Allowances, our team will ensure that our clients receive the maximum tax relief that they are entitled to. We are now looking for a qualified Surveyor to join a growing and dynamic Capital Allowances team, you will have the opportunity to work across a very diverse portfolio of commercial property, a full UK driving license and access to a car is also required. The Role: Carrying out surveyors of commercial properties across the whole of the UK The surveys consist of identifying qualifying capital expenditure of plant and machinery for business and property owners. Liaise with clients, accountants and legal advisors to gather relevant property and financial information This role involves a combination of tax, property, and surveying expertise to maximize capital allowances claims under CAA 2001 Legislation. Opportunity to shape the surveying services for the full business & to be involved in large infrastructure projects Key Responsibilities: Conduct detailed property inspections across a range of different commercial properties across the UK. Capturing all the relevant items within a property with our internal system. Preparing Reports - identifying within the properties items eligible for capital allowances via our own database system. Meeting with site contacts / clients - be able to communicate effectively the purposes of our survey to the relevant parties. Skills and Qualifications: MRICS or FRICs Qualified (essential) Full UK driving license and access to own vehicle. Strong understanding of property construction and building services Experience within Capital Allowance, tax or related surveying field Excellent analytical and report-writing skills Strong attention to detail and commercial awareness What we offer: Competitive Salary up to £50K DOE Remote working Exposure to high-value and complex property transactions Collaborative and fun working environment Team nights - Huge Xmas party, Summer polo events, meals/ lunches and events with the team. We like to celebrate our hard work & success! Comprehensive training and development opportunities. A supportive and inclusive work environment. Opportunities for career progression within the group. Please note this role is working on a remote basis and travelling out to clients commercial properties across the UK.

This represents a fantastic opportunity for a fluent / native German speaker to join a market leading business operating in the events and hospitality space. Offered on a hybrid basis with a choice of locations across London and the Thames Valley to suit you. Group Accountant - Germany As part of the group reporting team you will be responsible for preparing the consolidated management accounts, statutory accounts, and support with group reporting and budgeting processes. This is a business I can recommend with complete confidence having first hired for them some 20 years ago They offer excellent benefits as well as a vibrant, rewarding and inclusive culture with significant career progression available to you. Key responsibilities Prepare the consolidated management accounts and commentary pack within monthly timetable Support in managing and completing the monthly group reporting process from UK and European subsidiaries Post adjustments and manage group company and consolidations Preparation of the quarterly reporting for lenders Involvement in acquisition technical accounting entries, ensuring supporting documentation for auditors Preparing consolidated group forecasts Preparation of balance sheet reconciliations for key consolidation accounts Supporting with the consolidated budget process Continually identifying process improvement opportunities within the finance function Ad hoc technical accounting support across the business including implementation of group wide accounting policies About You To be successful in this role you will demonstrate significant technical accounting skills and ideally be an ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified accountant, or be close to qualifying. With a strong focus on European entities, it is a must that applicants are fluent/native German speaking.

Assistant Accountant Elstree Full-time Permanent 32,000 - 37,000 (dependent on experience) Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm (office-based) We are working with a fast-growing automotive dealer group representing a range of well-known brands across the South East. As part of their continued expansion, they are seeking an Assistant Accountant to join their centralised finance hub in Elstree. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to step up within a dynamic, multi-site business, gaining exposure to management accounts and working closely with senior finance stakeholders. The Role Reporting to the Regional Accountant, you will play a key role in supporting the production of accurate financial information and maintaining strong financial controls. Core Responsibilities Assisting in the preparation of monthly management accounts Accruals, prepayments, and balance sheet reconciliations Supporting month-end and year-end processes Reviewing and overseeing purchase ledger activities Monitoring and improving financial controls and processes Banking & Cashflow Overseeing bank reconciliations Supporting cashflow management and reporting Reviewing payment runs and approvals Operational Support Partnering with site teams to resolve financial queries Providing insight and support to non-finance stakeholders Assisting with audits and compliance requirements Systems & Process Working with internal DMS and finance systems to ensure data accuracy Supporting process improvements and system efficiencies About You Previous experience in an Assistant Accountant or senior Accounts Assistant role Strong understanding of month-end processes High attention to detail and strong analytical skills Confident communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders Well organised with a proactive and solutions-focused mindset Your Experience Experience within the automotive industry is highly desirable Working knowledge of Kerridge or other motor trade DMS systems such as Pinnacle or Pinewood Studying towards (or keen to pursue) an accounting qualification (AAT / ACCA / CIMA) Strong Excel skills and systems awareness What's on Offer 32,000 - 37,000 depending on experience Opportunity to join a growing, ambitious organisation Exposure to a fast-paced, multi-site finance environment Clear progression pathway within finance Supportive and collaborative team culture If you're looking to take the next step in your finance career within a thriving automotive business, apply now for immediate consideration.

Location: Portsmouth (hybrid - minimum 2 days per week in the office) Salary : Competitive, depending on experience Role type : Full-time, permanent About the Role We are looking for an experienced Central Finance Manager to play a key leadership role within our growing finance function. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys owning financial reporting end-to-end, setting high standards, developing people, and ensuring that management information is accurate, consistent, and genuinely useful for decision-making. You will lead and support a team of Management Accountants, take ownership of monthly reporting across multiple entities, and act as a senior point of judgement within the finance function. The role also includes the opportunity to support targeted performance improvement activity where additional focus is required. What You'll Be Responsible For Financial Reporting & Control Own the monthly management reporting cycle across a multi-entity structure. Ensure reporting is accurate, timely, consistent, and well-presented. Review and quality-check outputs before senior review. Maintain strong financial controls, reconciliations, and documentation. Leadership & Team Development Lead, mentor, and develop Management Accountants and Assistant Management Accountants. Act as a senior escalation point for technical or judgement-based questions. Support the team in moving beyond reporting numbers to explaining performance drivers and trends. Process & Continuous Improvement Own reporting timetables and delivery discipline. Improve efficiency, clarity, and consistency of finance processes. Work with internal teams and external providers to ensure high-quality outputs. Audit & Stakeholder Support Coordinate information requests related to statutory reporting and audits. Act as a key finance contact for stakeholders, providing clear, reliable information. Ensure finance outputs remain audit-ready throughout the year. Performance Improvement Support Where required, support short, well-defined improvement initiatives for specific business areas. Use financial insight to help identify root causes and improvement actions. Track progress and embed improvements before returning focus fully to BAU delivery. (This element of the role is selective and time-bound - not continuous change management.) What We're Looking For Essential Strong experience in management accounting within a multi-entity or professional services environment. Confident ownership of month-end reporting and financial control. Proven people leadership and coaching experience. Solid technical accounting knowledge and sound judgement. Ability to prioritise effectively and stay calm under pressure. Desirable Practice or audit background. Experience supporting business improvement or stabilisation initiatives. Exposure to outsourced finance or shared-service environments. Confident with Xero ecosystem. Why Join Us A senior, visible role with real ownership and influence. Opportunity to shape how financial reporting operates at scale. Exposure to a broad, diverse group structure. Clear progression opportunities for the right individual. A culture that values high standards, pragmatism, and continuous improvement. We are TC Group, the fastest-growing top 20 accountancy firm in the UK. We're business advisors and accountants, with over 30 years of experience we've honed our skills and developed our service offering to deliver a much wider range of bespoke support and advice to ambitious business owners and their businesses. TC Group is growing and changing at quite a pace! We're an ambitious group of people with the same aim - to create a consistent, high-quality experience for our clients. Like us, our client list is growing - we're supporting more and more of the UK's ambitious business owners, SME's and large Corporations and it's a real team effort. We're helping them make courageous decisions to grow their businesses. We always seek the best talent, looking for individuals who are technically brilliant, solution-focused and continually strive to be the best in class. Each member of our team plays an integral part in creating the unique feel and culture of our business, which in turn helps us continue to grow, develop and evolve. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome candidates from all backgrounds.

Senior Dealership Accountant - Chiswick 55,000 - 60,000 Basic + Bonus + Company Car Location: Chiswick Automotive Industry Multi-Site Dealership Group OTE 60,000 - 65,000 Clear Route to Progression A leading and progressive automotive group is seeking a Senior Dealership Accountant to take financial ownership of a high-performing, multi-site dealership operation based in Chiswick. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a world-renowned brand with real scope for growth and promotion within the group. The Package Basic Salary: 55,000 - 60,000 (depending on experience) Bonus: Performance-based bonus structure Company Car: Tax-efficient vehicle scheme Benefits: Comprehensive package including pension, healthcare, and more On Target Earnings: 60,000 - 65,000 The Opportunity This senior role is ideal for a proactive and commercially minded accountant with proven experience managing the finances of multi-site car dealerships. You will act as a key business partner to operational leaders, driving performance, profitability, and compliance across your sites. You will be responsible for overseeing an accounts team of approximately 8 staff, ensuring the smooth running of all financial operations, including management accounts, forecasting, cash flow, and internal controls. Key Responsibilities Prepare accurate and timely monthly management accounts for multiple sites Provide detailed analysis and financial commentary to Divisional Finance Directors Lead and manage the accounts team (Purchase Ledger, Sales Ledger, Credit Control, Banking, etc.) Collaborate with senior leadership to drive financial performance and cost control Ensure strong financial controls are in place and cash flow is optimised Support budgeting, forecasting, capital appraisals, and group consolidations Deliver analytical support and reporting to evaluate business performance and profitability Involve in project-based work, investigative exercises, and ad hoc financial analysis About You Qualified by Experience, Part Qualified, or Fully Qualified (ACCA, CIMA, ACA) Demonstrable multi-site dealership accounting experience within the automotive industry Proficient in Kerridge, Pinnacle, or similar dealer management/accounting systems Strong technical accounting knowledge with exceptional attention to detail Effective leadership and people management skills with a collaborative approach Commercially astute with the ability to interpret and present financial data clearly Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Why Join This Group? Join a highly respected and expanding dealership group with national reach Work with a globally recognised automotive brand Enjoy a collaborative, supportive culture that rewards performance and initiative Real opportunities for career advancement and internal promotion Be part of a team that values innovation, accountability, and excellence Apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion about this opportunity.

Sewell Wallis is partnering exclusively with a growing business based in Barnsley, South Yorkshire, who are looking to recruit an Assistant Management Accountant to their team. This Assistant Management Accountant role reports directly to the Financial Controller, who will be a brilliant mentor for a candidate who has ambitions to progress within a business. This role would suit a candidate who has a desire to learn and expand their base of knowledge and gain exposure to wider finance functions. If you're working in a similar Assistant Management Accountant level role and wanting to take the next step in your career, I'd love to hear from you! What will you be doing? Management accounts production and support for allocated contracts, being the key finance contact across these contracts. Liaising with site teams and operational managers to gather information relevant to the reporting function. Involvement in Monthly meetings with operational leaders to provide them with figures and details of how their work areas are performing against budgeted expectations. Support with the delivery of high-quality regular reporting, analysis and insights to business, forecasts, budgets and business plans with no surprises Raising of Sales Invoices in a timely manner. Support the team in providing data analysis required through the annual statutory audit Key commercial impact. Accurate and timely reporting along with financial analysis and commercial awareness to contribute to effective operational decision making. Other ad-hoc duties specified by Financial Controller. Helping to drive continuous improvement through system processes and management information across the finance function. Maintaining Group reporting deadlines and ensuring that group accounting dates are met. What skills will you need? Previous experience within a similar role. Working towards a recognised accounting qualification (AAT or chartered). Strong IT knowledge, especially in Excel and accounting systems. Attention to detail Financial awareness The ability to build relationships through effective communication. A quick learner with the ability to retain and implement information and deliver the required outputs. What's on offer? Study Support Bonus 25 days holiday + bank holidays Flexible working hours Westfield Health Please apply below, or for more information, contact Lawrie Bacon. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.

Portfolio Payroll is proud to be partnering with a well-established and reputable accountancy practice located in Leeds to recruit a Senior Payroll Specialist on a permanent basis. As a Senior Payroll Specialist, you will play a key role in ensuring the accurate and timely processing of multiple client payrolls, while also providing a high standard of customer service. Key Responsibilities: End-to-end processing of client payrolls on a weekly, fortnightly, and monthly basis Managing payroll queries and resolving discrepancies efficiently BACs payments for clients Liaising with HM Revenue & Customs Setting up new payroll clients Setting up pension schemes, PAYE scheme closures and analysis of payroll Ensuring compliance with all statutory requirements including RTI submissions and auto-enrolment Processing statutory payments such as SSP, SMP, SPP Preparing payroll journals and liaising with clients' accountants as necessary Assisting with year-end procedures including P60s and P11Ds Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of payroll legislation and industry changes Desirable skills and attributes: Previous experience in client payroll (Bureau/ Practice) Proficient using Brightpay Confident Communicator Good eye for detail, and can work with precision Ability to work to tight deadlines, in a fast-paced environment Able to work independently and collaboratively If this sounds like your next best opportunity, apply directly or call on (phone number removed) and ask for Lidya to discuss the role further. 51554LA INDPAYN The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.

Accounts Assistant Elstree Full-time Permanent 27,000 - 32,000 Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm (office-based) We are working with a rapidly expanding automotive dealer group representing a portfolio of well-known brands across the South East. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an Accounts Assistant to join their centralised finance hub in Elstree. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking, multi-site business that offers stability, development, and long-term career prospects. The Role Reporting to a Regional Accountant, you will support the day-to-day finance operations: Payments & Banking Reviewing and processing payment requests Uploading payments to online banking systems for approval Ensuring accurate allocations within internal systems Liaising with multiple sites to resolve queries Cash & Bank Monitoring bank receipts and confirming cleared funds Processing daily bank transactions Managing petty cash Accounts Duties Credit control and chasing outstanding balances Purchase ledger processing Supplier statement reconciliations Daily PDQ reconciliation and posting Company credit card reconciliations Additional Support Assisting wider finance teams as required Supporting strong financial controls and processes Ad hoc finance and administrative duties About You Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant or Purchase Ledger role High attention to detail and strong numerical skills Confident communicator with a team-focused approach Well organised with a proactive mindset Automotive experience beneficial but not essential Kerridge experience advantageous Studying towards (or interested in) an accounting qualification What's on Offer 27,000 - 32,000 depending on experience Stable, office-based role with consistent hours (no weekends) Opportunity to join a growing and ambitious organisation Supportive team environment with progression opportunities If you're looking to develop your finance career within a fast-paced and expanding business, apply today for immediate consideration.