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  • Project Accountant/Management Accountant

    Wirral
    Temporary

    Supporting the Finance Director with the month‑end process and playing a vital role in improving core financial reporting as the business scales. You'll help refine controls, strengthen reconciliations and improve financial processes.

    • As well as BAU , supporting projects and improving financial processes
    • Opportunity within a high‑growth business offering progression opportunities.
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  • Accountant - Banking Sector

    City of London
    Permanent
    £55,000 - £60,000 per year

    We are seeking a detail-oriented Accountant to join the small finance team of this international bank. The candidate will must have previous accounting experience working within Banking.

    • Join the UK branch of a global banking group based in the City of London.
    • Work closely with the Head of Finance and within a small finance team.
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  • Accountant

    Horsham
    Permanent
    £35,000 - £50,000 per year

    We are looking for a dedicated Accountant to join a professional services team in Horsham. This role requires expertise in accounting and finance to deliver high-quality financial management and reporting.

    • Accountant role in Horsham
    • Well established accountancy firm
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  • Accountant

    Tiverton
    Permanent
    £35,000 - £42,000 per year

    A growing accountancy practice based in Tiverton has a requirement for a Senior Accountant to join them taking on the hands on delivery and review of accounts, tax and wider all around service provision, working closely with the wider team as a key addition within this successful chartered firm.

    • Accountant to join a growing Tiverton accountancy firm
    • Key support to partners, servicing clients, building relationships.
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  • Finance Business Partner

    Leeds
    Permanent
    £45,000 - £53,000 per year

    This is an excellent opportunity for an Accountant in the logistics industry to join a growing team within the logistics department. Based in Leeds, this role will focus on delivering financial insights and ensuring accurate reporting to drive decision-making.

    • Partner with logistics teams to drive insight and improve performance.
    • Analyse financial data, identify trends, and support business decisions.
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  • Accountant

    Hailsham
    Permanent

    Are you an experienced Accountant looking for a rewarding role within the professional services industry? This permanent position in Hailsham offers the chance to apply your accounting expertise in a supportive and structured environment.

    • Corporate Accountant role
    • Medium-sized accountancy firm in Hailsham
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  • Accountant

    Farnborough
    Permanent
    £45,000 - £45,000 per year

    A brand new Management Accountant role with a well established global business based in Farnborough.

    • Accountant role based in Farnborough.
    • Hybrid role with excellent benefits.
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  • Accountant

    Milton Keynes
    Permanent
    £36,000 - £44,000 per year

    We are seeking a detail-oriented Accountant to join a company within the industrial and manufacturing industry. The successful candidate will manage accounting tasks, ensuring compliance with policies and accuracy in financial reporting.

    • Great company
    • Great benefits
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  • Accountant

    Chichester
    Permanent
    £33,000 - £45,000 per year

    We are seeking an organised and detail-oriented Accounts Preparer to join a professional team in the accounting & finance department. This role is ideal for someone passionate about accuracy and efficiency in business services.

    • Accountant role
    • Medium-sized independent practice
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  • Accountant

    Rochester
    Permanent
    £32,000 - £45,000 per year

    This role as an Accountant is ideal for an individual with excellent financial acumen and a keen eye for detail. The position requires the candidate to be highly proficient in all aspects of accounting and finance.

    • Accountant to join top 25 accountancy practice in Kent.
    • Career progression & ongoing support, training and development.
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  • Management Accountant/ Project Accountant

    Wrexham
    Temporary
    £45,000 - £60,000 per year

    Join a world-class organisation at the forefront of manufacturing and engineering and play a key role in delivering financial control and strategic insight across multiple high-profile projects. As Project Accountant/ Management Accountant, you'll be the financial backbone of complex manufacturing initiatives, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in a fast-paced, regulated environment.

    • 12 month contract view to go perm
    • Exciting role with loads of benefits and perks
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  • Management Accountant

    Liverpool
    Interim
    £40,000 - £50,000 per year

    The Management Accountant role offers an exciting opportunity to oversee financial operations and provide critical insights for decision-making within the business services industry. Based in Liverpool, this role is perfect for finance professionals seeking to make a meaningful impact in a fast-paced environment.

    • Immediate start available.
    • 3 month contract.
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  • Management Accountant

    Surrey
    Interim
    £45,000 - £55,000 per year

    Opportunity to work with a prestigious company, who are offering a role on a FTC basis with the chance to go permanent.

    • Prestigious company.
    • 5 days office based.
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  • Management Accountant

    Stockport
    Temporary
    £45,000 - £50,000 per year

    The role of a Management Accountant in the service sector industry involves overseeing financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting to ensure the organisation's financial health. Based in Stockport, this temporary position requires a detail-oriented professional with a strong background in accounting and finance.

    • Management Accountant
    • Stockport Hybrid- 3 days in office /2 remote
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  • Management Accountant

    Salford
    Permanent

    As Management Accountant, you'll play a pivotal role in the UK finance function. You'll take ownership of month end, alongside the monthly forecast, producing Board reports, supporting budgeting and audit activity, and working closely with senior stakeholders to understand performance and drive improvement.

    • Management Accountant role with growth potential
    • Fast growing tech business
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  • Management Accountant

    Warrington
    Permanent
    £45,000 - £45,000 per year

    Management Accountant opportunity working within the Not for Profit sector in the Warrington area. As part of this role you will join a finance team who are part of a larger and growing organisation with exciting plans on the horizon.

    • Remote/ Hybrid working options available
    • Can work full time hours in 4 days
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  • Management Accountant

    Knottingley
    Temporary
    £17 - £22 per hour

    The Management Accountant role offers a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a leading business within the industrial and manufacturing industry. The position is based in Knottingley and is ideal for someone with a strong accounting background looking for a temporary role with potential for long-term growth.

    • Great role with variation across Management Accounts.
    • Potential temp to perm opportunity.
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  • Management Accountant

    Nottingham
    Permanent
    £45,000 - £55,000 per year

    The Management Accountant role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the financial success of a forward-thinking company in the FMCG industry.

    Based in Nottingham, this position focuses on delivering accurate financial reporting and supporting key business decisions.

    This is a hybrid role based from Nottingham paying up to £55,000.

    • Fantastic opportunity for a growing business in Nottingham.
    • Hybrid working model.
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  • Financial Accountant

    Warrington
    Permanent

    This Accountant role offers an opportunity to contribute to the financial operations of a global business. Based in Warrington, this position is ideal for ACA qualified 1st time movers.

    • Perfect for ACA 1st time movers
    • Be part of a global, growing business.
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  • Management Accountant

    Manchester
    Permanent
    £40,000 - £50,000 per year

    Reporting into the Financial Controller, you will play a key role in producing timely and accurate financial information, while working closely with operational and commercial stakeholders across the business

    • Management Accountant with commercial elements
    • Growing business with expansion plans
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  • Financial Accountant

    Birmingham
    Permanent
    £50,000 - £60,000 per year

    This Financial Accountant role is ideal for a newly qualified ACA/ACCA looking to gain broad exposure across statutory reporting, technical accounting and month-end close within a fast-paced commercial environment. It offers strong development, business visibility and progression opportunities.

    • Outstanding first time move - supportive, high-performing team
    • Strong development in a commercial environment
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  • Interim Accountant

    Liverpool
    Temporary
    £24 - £28 per hour

    The Interim Accountant will oversee the financial operations of a charity, ensuring compliance and effective management of resources. This temporary position is based in Liverpool and requires expertise in accounting and finance ideally within the charitable sector.

    • 6 week temporary position
    • Hybrid working, flexible start and finish time
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  • Assistant Accountant

    Cambridge
    Interim
    £35,000 - £38,000 per year

    A well‑established retail business is seeking an Assistant Accountant to join their finance team on a 12‑month fixed‑term contract. This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands‑on finance professional who enjoys ownership of the numbers and thrives in a fast‑paced, commercial environment.

    • Flexible hybrid working
    • 12 month FTC
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  • Assistant Accountant

    Flint
    Permanent
    £30,000 - £35,000 per year

    This is a fantastic opportunity for an Assistant Accountant to join a thriving business engineering business based in Flint. The role will involve supporting the finance team with a range of accounting tasks in the Flint area, offering strong exposure to complex VAT and import duties.

    • Fantastic newly created role!
    • Friendly team in a growth phase!
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  • Management Accountant

    Epsom
    Permanent
    £45,000 - £50,000 per year

    We are seeking a skilled Management Accountant to join a reputable organisation in the business services industry. This role involves managing financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting, and analysis to support informed decision-making.

    • Hybrid working (2 days in the office per week).
    • Competitive salary and opportunity to be part of an exciting business.
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  • Payroll Accountant

    International
    Permanent
    £36,000 - £60,000 per year

    Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Payroll Accountant to support the finance function, with a primary focus on inter-company accounting and payroll reconciliations.

    • Fantastic opportunity to join growing company.
    • Hybrid role with friendly teaam.
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  • Management Accountant

    Salford
    Interim
    £35,000 - £40,000 per year

    Michael Page are currently recruiting for a Management Accountant based in Salford.

    • Management Accountant
    • 12 month fixed term contract
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  • Management Accountant

    Derbyshire
    Permanent
    £40,000 - £50,000 per year

    The Management Accountant in Derbyshire will play a key role in supporting financial operations within the accounting & finance department.

    This role in the retail industry requires strong analytical skills and a keen eye for detail to ensure accurate financial reporting and support decision-making processes.

    • Fantastic opportunity to join a growing organisation.
    • Permanent Management Accountant position.
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  • Management Accountant

    Winchester
    Permanent
    £45,000 - £55,000 per year

    The role of Management Accountant involves supporting the financial operations of a business within the industrial/manufacturing sector. You will oversee financial reporting, budgeting, and analysis to assist in decision-making and ensure financial health.

    • Management Accountant Position
    • Salary £45,000 - £55,000
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  • Project Accountant - Team Lead

    Rochester
    Permanent
    £35,000 - £45,000 per year

    You will lead project finance activities across budgeting, forecasting and reporting, supporting the development of key financial assumptions, reviewing programme performance and constructively challenging the business to drive improved outcomes.

    • Competitive Salary and Benefits Package
    • Opportunity to work with a well established organisation
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The role of an Accountant

An accountant is a professional who is charged with the critical business function of maintaining and interpreting financial records. However, accountant jobs can vary wildly, with some in the role tasked purely with the above responsibilities, while others lead on a variety of finance-related and problem solving tasks.

Expected job role tasks

Accountant jobs incorporate many possible expected tasks, depending on the size and type of organisation the individual works for. However, some of the most common accountant tasks include preparing and maintaining financial reports that are essential to the smooth running of the business. These financial reports must be accurate and compliant with the relevant regulations and legislation. Accountants must also prepare tax returns and make sure that taxes are paid correctly and by the deadline. Furthermore, companies traditionally lean on accountants to perform forecasting exercises and risk analysis assessments. A large part of accountant jobs also includes evaluating the company’s financial operations to unearth any potential compliance issues within them, and producing solutions. These professionals will also be responsible for ensuring the business is run in a financially compliant manner, and will most likely need to offer guidance on revenue enhancement, profit maximisation, and cost reduction.

Primary function

As a critical business function, accounting requires its professionals to perform functions regarding the collection, accuracy, recording, analysis, presentation, and compliance of a company’s financial operations. They are also tasked with financial problem solving. This is a wide ranging role, and the specifics of any accountancy job will depend on factors such as seniority, company size, and industry.

Key hard/soft skills

Mathematical skills are extremely useful for Accountants, as they enable them to analyse, compare, and interpret data and figures. It is important to note, however, that complex mathematical skills are not vital for every accounting role. Meanwhile, analytical skills are vital, as analysing financial data to discover patterns and potential issues tends to be a huge part of the role. As with many jobs, computer literacy is essential for accountants, as they must be able to operate advanced accounting software, as well as other digital tools. In order to be a successful accountant, strong business acumen is also required: accountants must understand the basic functions of a business in order to contextualise their data, and problem solve effectively. 

They may also be called on to provide financial advice to businesses, which makes understanding how business and economics works vital. In terms of soft skills, attention to detail is high on the list, as accounting professionals are tasked with maintaining accurate and organised records. Communication skills are also vital for the many presentations and interviews they must conduct with senior stakeholders, while relationship building and customer service skills are certainly a plus. A strong sense of integrity and ethics should be second nature for accountants, as they have a legal obligation to act honestly and avoid negligence within their work.

Qualifications required

There are three core accountancy qualifications: ACA, ACCA, and CIMA. Once a professional has gained such a qualification, there is an expectation from employers that accountants will continue to train and upskill as part of continuing professional development. There are also specialist qualifications that may be required for specific roles. For example, the Association of Taxation Technicians or the Chartered Tax Adviser qualifications.

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