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HR Operations Specialist Blackburn - Hybrid Working 3-4 Month Fixed-Term Contract £28,000 - £30,000 per annum (Pro rata) Are you an experienced HR Operations professional who enjoys delivering a seamless employee experience and thrives in a fast-paced environment? We're working with a well-established organisation to recruit a HR Operations Specialist on an initial 3-4 month fixed-term contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a collaborative People team, supporting the full employee lifecycle while ensuring a high-quality, efficient HR service. The Role As part of the HR Operations team, you'll play a key role in delivering accurate, compliant and customer-focused HR administration across a broad range of activities. You'll support employees and managers throughout the employment lifecycle, ensuring processes are completed efficiently while maintaining excellent service standards. You'll also work closely with internal stakeholders including Payroll, Finance and wider HR teams to ensure people processes run smoothly and continuously improve. Key Responsibilities Manage HR administration across the full employee lifecycle, from onboarding through to leaving. Coordinate new starter and leaver processes, ensuring a positive employee experience. Process contractual changes and maintain accurate employee records within the HR system. Support payroll activities, including pensions and employee benefits administration. Respond to HR queries from employees and managers, providing guidance on policies and procedures. Produce reports and HR data to support business decision-making and ensure data accuracy. Carry out regular audits to maintain compliance and data integrity. Support absence management administration and ensure processes are followed consistently. Work alongside external suppliers and process invoices where required. Contribute to HR projects and identify opportunities to improve processes and ways of working. About You We're looking for someone who has: Previous experience in a People Operations, HR Administration or HR Shared Services environment. Strong knowledge of HR processes across the employee lifecycle. Experience supporting payroll, benefits or pensions administration. Excellent attention to detail and confidence working with HR systems and employee data. A customer-focused approach with strong communication and stakeholder management skills. The ability to prioritise a varied workload and work accurately under pressure. A proactive mindset with a genuine interest in improving processes and delivering an excellent employee experience. What's on Offer Initial 3-4 month fixed-term contract Hybrid working based in Blackburn Opportunity to join a supportive and collaborative People team Varied role with broad exposure across People Operations Immediate start available If you're an experienced HR professional looking for your next interim opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply to Leanne Boddy at Macmillan Davies.

To provide payroll expertise and operational support during a major HR and payroll transformation programme, ensuring payroll continuity, compliance, and service excellence. The role will help stabilise payroll operations as employee data management activities transition from local processes and ADP iHCM to SAP SuccessFactors, while supporting key payroll improvement initiatives and legislative changes. Client Details PageGroup (recruitment consultancy) World leading recruitment firm, operating in more than 30 countries FTSE 250 listed business, employing more than 6,000 employees 1200 headcount in the UK, 150 headcount in MEA Core disciplines: Accounting & Finance, Sales, Procurement & Supply Chain, Engineering, Customer Service, Secretarial and more Key Brands: Michael Page, Page Outsourcing, Page Executive Description Key Responsibilities: Interim Payroll Specialist (FTC) Payroll Operations Deliver accurate and timely end-to-end payroll processing for UK employees. Support payroll business-as-usual activities during periods of increased operational demand and system transition. Validate payroll inputs and outputs, ensuring employee payments are accurate and compliant. Process and review payroll transactions including: o New starters o Leavers o Salary amendments o Variable payments o Benefits and deductions o Pension contributions o Court orders and statutory deductions Calculate and process payroll adjustments, including underpayments and overpayments. Investigate and resolve payroll queries in a timely and professional manner. Support payroll reconciliations and controls to ensure payroll accuracy and governance. Payroll Compliance & Legislation Maintain a strong understanding of UK payroll legislation and HMRC requirements. Ensure compliance with PAYE, National Insurance, statutory payments, pensions, and employment tax regulations. Calculate statutory payments accurately, including: o Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) o Statutory Maternity Pay (SMP) o Statutory Paternity Pay (SPP) o Statutory Adoption Pay (SAP) o Shared Parental Pay (ShPP) Ensure payroll processing remains audit-ready and compliant with internal controls. Transformation & Change Support Support payroll stabilisation activities throughout the SAP SuccessFactors implementation and transition period. Work closely with Payroll, HR and project teams to identify and resolve payroll-impacting issues. Assist with process validation, data checks and operational readiness activities. Support the transition of employee lifecycle processes, including: o New starters o Employee changes o Leavers Contribute to process improvement initiatives and documentation updates. Identify process risks and recommend practical solutions to minimise payroll disruption. Benefits & Future Legislation Support the Payroll team with activities associated with the implementation of mandatory payrolling of benefits. Assist with process reviews, data validation, stakeholder engagement, and readiness activities ahead of the April 2027 implementation deadline. Support payroll governance activities relating to employee benefits and taxable benefits reporting. Profile Interim Payroll Specialist (FTC) Must be within a commutable distance of Reading Essential Significant experience working within a complex UK payroll environment. Strong end-to-end payroll processing knowledge. Thorough and demonstrable understanding of: o PAYE o National Insurance o Statutory payments o Payroll compliance requirements o Payroll year-end activities Experience calculating payroll adjustments and overpayments. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Experience managing multiple priorities and deadlines. Ability to work independently and take ownership of issues through to resolution. Excellent stakeholder management skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills. High attention to detail and accuracy. Proficient in Microsoft Excel and payroll systems. Desirable CIPP qualification or equivalent payroll certification. Experience working with ADP payroll solutions. Experience with SAP SuccessFactors. Experience supporting payroll transformation, system implementations, or large-scale change programmes. Experience supporting benefits administration and employment tax compliance. Job Offer What's on offer? Interim Payroll Specialist (FTC) Initial 9-month FTC, with potential scope to go permanent Full Time, 37.5 hours per week Reading based (Apex Plaza, attached to Reading train station)- 3x days per week Hybrid Working Salary (DoE): 45,000 - 55,000 per annum (pro rata) 25 days holiday + bank holidays!

Description Semi Senior Accountant Buxton 28,000 - 30,000 + Benefits About the Company W Talent Finance is a specialist recruitment partner dedicated to placing high-calibre accounting professionals across both practice and commerce & industry markets worldwide. With a deep understanding of the finance landscape, we support clients ranging from leading professional services firms to established regional practices and multi-service professional groups, delivering tailored talent solutions that drive business performance. We are partnering with a well-established, multi-service accountancy and professional services firm with a strong regional presence and an excellent reputation for delivering trusted advice to businesses and individuals. With a multi-office structure and a sizeable professional workforce, the business operates at scale while maintaining a strong focus on collaboration, consistency, and delivering high-quality outcomes for its clients. The organisation promotes a people-focused environment built around shared values of professionalism, teamwork, and integrity. It places emphasis on creating a supportive and inclusive culture where individuals are encouraged to develop, take ownership of their work, and progress within a high-performing but approachable team environment. The Role As a Semi Senior Accountant, you will join an expanding accountancy practice team, supporting a diverse portfolio of clients and working alongside experienced accountants and professionals. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within practice, gaining exposure across accounts, audit and taxation while receiving structured training and full study support. You will play an important role in delivering high-quality client services while continuing to build your technical knowledge and professional experience. Key Responsibilities Support the management of a portfolio of clients across a range of sectors Prepare company financial statements and accounts Produce interim management accounts Prepare personal tax returns Prepare partnership accounts and tax returns Complete quarterly VAT returns Provide bookkeeping support for clients Assist with audit assignments and related documentation Attend client meetings and build relationships with directors and business owners Support the training and development of junior team members and apprentices Assist with company secretarial duties, P11Ds and payroll activities where required Complete general accountancy and administrative tasks as required About You Currently studying towards AAT, ACA or ACCA, or have completed a relevant accounting-related degree Minimum of 2 years' experience within a UK accountancy practice environment Experience with accounting software such as Sage 50, Xero, QuickBooks or Iris would be advantageous Knowledge of MyWorkPapers and BrightPay would be beneficial Strong attention to detail with excellent organisational skills Good communication skills with the confidence to liaise with clients Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines Proactive, self-motivated and keen to continue developing professionally Strong commitment to delivering excellent client service What's on Offer Competitive salary of 28,000 - 30,000 , depending on experience Full study support for professional qualifications 37.5 hours per week with flexible working around core hours 33 days holiday including bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional days Pension scheme with salary sacrifice option Health Cash Plan (Level 1) Life assurance (4x salary) Eye test support Social events and staff engagement activities Payment of professional memberships Cycle to work scheme Free parking or onsite parking options Employee incentives and referral schemes Staff discounts across a range of professional and personal services

Head of Accounting Salary 75,000- 85,000 + comprehensive benefits Aerospace & Defence Oxford Full time Permanent I am recruiting a Head of Accounting on behalf of a leading aerospace and defence organisation based in Oxford. This is a senior, hands-on finance leadership role with responsibility for end-to-end accounting operations, statutory and management reporting, financial controls, audit delivery and a team of four. The organisation delivers specialist engineering, maintenance and technical support across complex civil and military aviation environments. The successful candidate will join a highly regulated international business and work closely with Group Finance, operational leaders, auditors and external advisers. You will need to be a fully qualified ACA or ACCA accountant with detailed SAP and FRS 102 knowledge. This role would suit a credible finance leader who combines strong technical accounting capability with a practical, positive and improvement-focused approach. Key Responsibilities: Lead end-to-end accounting operations and manage, support and develop the four-person accounting team. Prepare accurate monthly accounts, management reports and balance-sheet reconciliations, maintaining robust month-end routines. Own statutory accounts, UK GAAP, FRS 102 and IFRS compliance, audit preparation and liaison with external auditors. Oversee tax packs, VAT, statutory returns, Accounts Receivable, cash collection, Accounts Payable, payments and outsourced payroll reporting. Strengthen financial controls, policies, systems and procedures while supporting treasury, banking, customs, import VAT and Group reporting. Key Skills Professional accountancy qualification: ACA or ACCA. Detailed working knowledge of SAP and FRS 102. Strong experience of statutory accounts, financial close, reconciliations, audit, tax and financial controls. Proven ability to lead and develop a finance or accounting team. Current UK right to work and ability to complete BPSS checks and obtain SC clearance; applicants will generally need five years' UK residency. Export-control requirements also apply. Desirable Skills: Experience within aerospace, defence, engineering, manufacturing or another highly regulated environment. Knowledge of IFRS and international or Group reporting requirements. French or German language capability. Experience improving financial policies, systems, processes and procedures. What You Get in Return: Competitive salary, discretionary Group bonus and share incentive plans. Private medical insurance and pension contribution of up to 8% when you contribute 6%. Increasing annual leave, employee discounts, wellbeing support and cycle, car and technology purchase schemes. This company is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. Applications are welcomed irrespective of background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK, as visa sponsorship is not available. Interested? Please submit your CV to Chrissie Rehman at DCS Recruitment via the link provided. Alternatively, email (url removed). DCS Recruitment is recognised as a trusted supplier of permanent, contract and interim recruitment services to Engineering, Manufacturing and High Technology sectors. INDTECH DCS Recruitment and all associated companies are committed to creating a working environment where diversity is celebrated and everyone is treated fairly, regardless of gender, gender identity, disability, ethnic origin, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital or transgender status, age, or nationality

27,000 - 30,000 per annum Monday & Friday working from home Role Overview The Bookkeeper willplay a key role in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting theday-to-day finance operations of the business. You will ensure the smoothrunning of transactional finance processes and contribute to the overallfinancial health of the organisation. Key Responsibilities Maintain accurate financial records including sales ledger, purchase ledger, and general ledger Process accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely invoicing and payment collection Perform regular bank and balance sheet reconciliations Assist with month-end processes, including preparation of journals and accruals Support payroll processing and related reconciliations Manage expense processing and employee claims Prepare financial reports and assist with management accounts Maintain and improve financial controls and procedures Liaise with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to resolve queries Support year-end audit preparation where required Key Requirements Previous experience in a Bookkeeping or similar finance role Strong working knowledge of accounting software (e.g. Xero, Sage or QuickBooks) Good understanding of double-entry bookkeeping principles Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills Ability to manage workload effectively and meet deadlines Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach Intermediate Excel skills Desirable Skills & Experience AAT qualified or studying towards a finance qualification Experience working within a technology or services-based business Exposure to multi-entity or project-based environments What's on Offer Competitive salary and benefits package Hybrid working model Opportunity to work within a collaborative and innovative environment Ongoing professional development and training support Clear progression opportunities within a growing business 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 (url removed)

Join a global payroll team supporting end-to-end payroll operations across the EMEA region. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented payroll professional with multi-country payroll experience to partner with HR, employees and external providers. Client Details Our Client Global telecommunications business with a strong base in the south of England, main hub office in Maidenhead Operating in over 20+ countries across the EMEA region More than 2,000 employees across their main European hub locations Fast-paced, highly acquisitive business with a strong growth trajectory Large multinational workforce Description Interim EMEA Payroll Specialist Manage the day-to-day administration of assigned payrolls, ensuring accurate and timely processing of salaries, statutory deductions, benefits and other payroll-related payments. Partner with HR and internal stakeholders to collect, review and validate payroll data prior to submission to external payroll providers. Maintain a strong understanding of payroll operations and ensure payroll activities are completed in line with established procedures and controls. Support the management of complex payroll activities, including international payroll considerations, cross-border transactions and employee mobility arrangements where applicable. Assist the Payroll Lead in the delivery of payroll services across the EMEA region within an outsourced payroll environment. Act as a key point of contact for payroll queries and escalations, providing a high level of service to employees, business stakeholders and external vendors. Perform payroll reconciliations and ensure appropriate controls are maintained over payments to payroll vendors, benefit providers and statutory authorities. Support employee, stakeholder and supplier enquiries, ensuring issues are resolved accurately and within agreed timelines. Maintain payroll process documentation, controls and procedures to support compliance, consistency and audit requirements. Profile Interim EMEA Payroll Specialist Demonstrable experience managing end-to-end payroll across multiple European countries. Experience working within outsourced payroll operating models and partnering with third-party payroll providers. Familiarity with HR and payroll systems, including integrated payroll environments. Understanding of employee benefits and other payroll-related compensation processes would be beneficial. Strong knowledge of payroll legislation, compliance requirements and payroll controls within a regulated environment. Highly organised, self-motivated and able to manage competing priorities in a deadline-driven environment. Comfortable working independently and collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders. Excellent attention to detail and analytical problem-solving skills. Strong communication and stakeholder management capabilities. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and payroll reporting tools. Has the ability to commute to Maidenhead and is available immediately or on short notice Job Offer Interim EMEA Payroll Specialist Assignment running until June 2027 Total pay rate: c. 200 per day (inc. holiday pay) 2x days per week at Maidenhead site Free parking on site and commutable via public transport Full time role - 37.5 hours per week Adjustable start and finish times Start date: ASAP