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  • Chief Accountant

    Middlesbrough
    Permanent

    The Chief Accountant role at Middlesbrough Council leads the closure of accounts process, technical accounting agenda, and financial controls, working closely with senior leadership to ensure robust external reporting. It's a senior position with responsibility for managing the central finance team, strengthening systems, and supporting the Council's ambitious regeneration and transformation plans.

    • Join Middlesbrough's regeneration with major investment transforming services
    • Shape financial strategy with senior leaders at the highest level of the Council
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  • Accountant

    Leeds
    Permanent
    £48,000 - £52,500 per year

    This is an excellent opportunity for an Accountant to join a reputable organisation within the public sector in Leeds. The role involves managing financial operations and ensuring compliance with accounting standards.

    • Exceptional opportunity with a renowned national organisation
    • Hybrid working with great benefits
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  • Financial Accountant

    London
    Temporary
    £350 - £400 per day

    We are seeking a detail-oriented Financial Accountant to join a public sector organisation's Finance department . This temporary role requires expertise in financial accounting and compliance to ensure accurate reporting and support decision-making processes.

    • Financial Accountant
    • Remote working
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  • Assistant Accountant

    Barry
    Temporary
    £16 - £25 per hour

    This temporary role as a Assistant Accountant in the Public Sector requires expertise in accounting and finance, particularly in year-end processes. The successful candidate will ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance with regulations during a pivotal period.

    • Temp Contract 3-6 months
    • 1 day a week in the office
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  • Group Accountant

    East London
    Temporary
    £290 - £320 per hour

    The role of Group Accountant in the public sector involves overseeing financial operations, ensuring compliance with regulations, and providing financial insights. This temporary position requires a detail-oriented individual to support the Accounting & Finance department in London.

    • Lead a high-profile Adults and Public Health finance team
    • Showcase your expertise in demand modelling and BI Dashboarding
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  • Chief Accountant

    London
    Temporary
    £650 - £700 per day

    We are seeking an interim Chief Accountant to join a Local Authority in London. This temporary position requires expertise in accounting and finance to manage and oversee financial operations effectively within a Local Authority.

    • Chief Accountant
    • 6 month contract
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  • Senior Systems Accountant

    Birmingham
    Permanent
    £47,902 - £60,681 per year

    This is a hands-on role - ideal for someone who knows Unit4 inside out and enjoys driving improvements, not just resolving tickets.

    • You will be the subject matter expert
    • Opportunity to make tangible improvements that strengthen financial processes
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  • ERP Finance Analyst, Systems Accountant

    City of London
    Interim
    £550 - £600 per day

    We are seeking a Systems Accountant to support financial operations within the public sector. This temporary role requires expertise in S4 Hana accounting systems to ensure efficient and effective financial processes.

    • Interim Systems Accountant/Analyst
    • £550-£600 Per Day
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  • Temporary Financial Accountant

    Southampton
    Temporary
    £18 - £25 per hour

    We are seeking a skilled Temporary Financial Accountant to join a temporary position within the public sector. The role is based in Southampton and requires expertise in accounting and finance to support the organisation's financial operations.

    • The chance to work in a hybrid role based in central Southampton.
    • Must have strong Excel skills.
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  • Group Reporting Accountant

    London
    Temporary
    £420 - £475 per day

    This is an exciting opportunity for a Group Reporting Accountant to join a prestigious public sector organisation in London. The role involves managing financial reporting processes and ensuring compliance with accounting standards.

    • Group Reporting Accountant
    • 6 Months
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  • Finance Business Partner

    England
    Temporary
    £540 - £660 per day

    We are seeking a Security Cleared Finance Business Partner to join a reputable organisation in the public sector.

    • Finance Business Partner - Security Cleared
    • Day Rate £540- 600 Public Sector
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  • Finance Analyst

    Coventry
    Permanent
    £45,500 - £53,700 per year

    The organisation is hiring a Financial Analyst to provide accurate, insightful financial information that supports effective decision‑making across the business. Based in Coventry with agile working, the role sits within the finance function and contributes to strategic projects that enhance services and benefit local communities.

    • Hybrid working
    • Study support
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  • Finance Business Partner

    Cardiff
    Permanent
    £52,000 - £52,000 per year

    The Finance Business Partner will play a pivotal role in supporting financial decision-making and driving performance within the public sector organisation. This permanent position, based in Cardiff, requires expertise in accounting and finance to ensure effective financial management and strategic support.

    • Newly created role
    • Excellent benefits package
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  • Payroll Technical Officer - Local Authority

    London
    Temporary
    £215 - £235 per day

    An exciting opportunity for a Payroll Technical Officer to work for this London based public sector organisation. The role will be managing payroll processes and compliance for over 4,000 staff.

    • Supporting the payroll operations for approximately 4000 staff.
    • Public Sector experience preferred
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  • Interim Head of Finance

    Nottingham
    Interim
    £85,000 - £98,000 per year

    This large NHS organisation has recently gone through significant restructuring and is looking for an experienced interim who can operate as the most senior finance person in the department for a 6 month period, until the permanent incumbent can be appointed.

    • Competitive salary
    • Temp to perm considered
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  • SAP P2P Specialist

    City of London
    Temporary
    £300 - £400 per day

    The SAP P2P Specialist will be responsible for managing and optimising the procure-to-pay processes within the accounting and finance department. This temporary role in the public sector requires expertise in SAP4HANA systems and previous financial accounting experience (e.g., accounts receivable, accounts payable, etc.)

    • Highly recognisable public sector organisation
    • Experienced and diverse team
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  • Accounts Receivable Clerk

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

    The Accounts Receivable Clerk will manage and maintain accurate financial records, focusing on processing and reconciling receivables. This permanent position in Southampton is ideal for someone with a background in accounting and finance within the not-for-profit sector.

    • Accounts Receivable Clerk Position
    • Salary £30,000 - £35,000
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  • Senior Payroll Administrator

    West End
    Temporary
    £270 - £300 per day

    We are seeking a Senior Payroll Administrator to join a public sector organisation in London. This temporary role requires expertise using iTrent and a keen eye for detail to ensure accurate and efficient operations.

    • Provide financial stability for a vital workforce to support national goals.
    • Motivated by managing complex end-to-end payroll in agile central government.
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  • Head of Management Accounts - Newport

    Newport
    Temporary
    £58,000 - £58,000 per year

    The role of Head of Management Accounts in Newport requires a professional with expertise in accounting and finance, ideally within the public sector however any sector experience will be considered. This is a fixed-term contract offering an exciting opportunity to lead the Management Accounts operations in a hybrid working environment.

    • 12 month Fixed term Contract
    • 2 days a week in the office - flexi time
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  • Finance Manager - Temporary

    Southampton
    Temporary
    £20 - £23 per hour

    We are seeking an experienced Finance Manager to join our client in Southampton on a temporary basis. This role requires expertise in accounting and finance, ensuring effective financial management and compliance.

    • Must be available to commit to a temporary role
    • Must have a strong FP&A background.
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  • Finance Manager

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

    The Finance Manager role involves overseeing financial operations and ensuring accurate reporting in the public sector. This permanent position in Southampton requires expertise in accounting and finance to support effective decision-making.

    • Finance Manager Position
    • Salary £45,000 - £50,000
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  • Finance Manager

    Southampton
    Temporary
    £245 - £260 per day

    We are seeking a skilled Finance Manager to oversee and manage financial operations. This temporary role in Southampton offers an opportunity to contribute to accounting and finance functions effectively.

    • Immediate Start Required
    • Potential temp to perm
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  • Financial Reporting & Control Manager

    London
    Temporary
    £380 - £511 per day

    An amazing opportunity for a Financial Reporting & Control Manager to join a vibrant London Local Authority. This interim role takes responsibility for leading and managing the annual closing process.

    • Preparation of local authority of statutory accounts
    • Local government experience essential.
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  • Finance Business Partner

    Manchester
    Interim
    £50,000 - £53,000 per year

    This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled Finance Business Partner to join a public sector organisation in Manchester. The role focuses on delivering financial insights and business partnering across the organisation

    • 12 month Finance Business Partner Contract
    • Manchester City Centre Organisation with excellent benefits and hybrid working
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  • Finance & Strategic Business Reporting Partner

    London
    Permanent
    £61,300 - £63,800 per year

    The Finance & Strategic Business Reporting Partner will play a key role in providing financial insights and strategic reporting within this leading public sector organisation. This role requires a strong Finance Business Partner who is also able to provide strategic reporting with dashboards, such as PowerBI. The position can be based in either London, Manchester, Cardiff, Darlington, Edinburgh or Belfast.

    • Value-Added Finance Business Partner role
    • 16 month Fixed Term Contract
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  • Internal Audit Manager

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

    This is an exciting opportunity for an Internal Audit Manager to join a prominent organisation in the public sector. The role focuses on overseeing internal audit activities, ensuring compliance with regulations, and driving best practices within the accounting and finance department.

    • 3 Days WFH, 2 days in Sheffield - flexible working hours
    • Growing team in a business with increased investment
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  • Financial Controller

    South West London
    Interim
    £450 - £500 per day

    We are seeking a Financial Controller to manage and oversee financial operations. This temporary role involves ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance, while supporting strategic decision-making.

    • Interim Financial Controller
    • 3-6 months
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  • Accounts Receivable Assistant (Immediate start)

    Alfreton
    Temporary
    £13 - £15 per hour

    The Accounts Receivable Assistant will support the Accounting & Finance department in managing and maintaining accurate financial records within the public sector. This temporary role requires a detail-oriented individual with a strong understanding of accounts receivable processes.

    • Immediate start required
    • Alfreton based, hybrid working (2 days per week in the office)
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  • Financial Reporting and Tax Manager - Qualified Accountant - Excellent Hybrid Working Options

    Birmingham
    Permanent
    £60,000 - £65,000 per year

    This leading public body with a global reach is looking to recruit a Financial Reporting and Tax Manager to join its finance team in Birmingham. The role will be focused on the production of Statutory Accounts and Audits and is an excellent opportunity for someone well versed in FReM and IFRS.

    • Strong Qualified Financial Accountant Needed
    • Excellent Hybrid Working options
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  • Accounts Receivable Team Leader

    London
    Temporary
    £25 - £28 per hour

    The Accounts Receivable Team Leader will oversee and manage accounts receivable processes within the Public Sector. This temporary role in London requires strong accounts receivable and revenue collection expertise to ensure efficient financial operations.

    • Leading London Local Authority
    • Hybrid-working
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