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  • Management Accountant

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

    We are seeking a skilled Management Accountant to support and manage the financial operations within the industrial and manufacturing sector.

    This role, based in Derby, requires expertise in accounting and finance to ensure effective financial management and reporting. This Management Accountant position is a all rounded position in a small finance team reporting to senior stakeholders.

    • Permanent Opportunity.
    • Salary up to £50,000.
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  • Financial Accountant

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

    We are seeking a Financial Accountant to join a leading organisation in the Manufacturing industry in Nottingham.

    The role will focus on financial reporting and ensuring compliance with accounting standards.

    • Permanent Opportunity.
    • Fantastic hands on role.
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  • Assistant Accountant

    Northampton
    Permanent
    £35,000 - £38,000 per year

    This is an exciting Assistant Accountant role for a reputable business in central Northampton. This is a great step for a part qualified Accountant to step into a more autonomous accounting role.

    • Fantastic opportunity for a reputable business in Northampton
    • Great role for a candidate looking for more exposure into Management Accounts
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  • Financial Accountant

    Salford
    Permanent
    £50,000 - £55,000 per year

    A major listed organisation based in Salford is looking to appoint a high‑calibre Financial Accountant as the business continues to grow and strengthen its finance function. This is an outstanding opportunity for an ACA‑qualified accountant making their first move from practice, offering genuine progression, exposure to a complex group environment, and the chance to work with an impressive senior finance team.

    • Perfect for ACA 1st time movers.
    • Listed Business in the heart of Salford.
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  • Senior Accountant

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

    Senior Accountant position, taking ownership of a portfolio of SME clients. The role combines client relationship management, technical review, and team supervision.

    • Senior Accountant to join a Top 20 firm in Leicester area.
    • Career progression & increasing client management responsibility on offer.
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  • Management Accountant

    Warrington
    Permanent
    £40,500 - £45,000 per year

    The Management Accountant role involves overseeing financial processes and providing insightful analysis to support business decisions within the Technology & Telecoms industry. Based in Warrington, the position requires a detail-oriented professional with strong accounting expertise.

    • Management Accountant - Warrington
    • Permanent - up to £45k (bonus on top)
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  • Management Accountant - Accountancy Practice

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

    This is an exciting opportunity for a Management Accountant to join an accountancy firm in Leatherhead. The role involves providing financial insights and management reporting to support the accounting and finance team.

    • Management Accountant role in practice
    • Leading accounting firm in Leatherhead
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  • Financial Accountant

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

    This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled Financial Accountant to join the property sector and play a key role in overseeing financial operations. The role requires expertise in accounting and finance to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance.

    • An exciting opportunity to be part of a large scale property business.
    • Immediate start available and interim to permanent opportunity available.
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  • Project Accountant

    Milton Keynes
    Permanent

    IHDB (International House Development & Build) specialises in house developments and refurbishments, leading projects across all Soho House locations. The Project Accountant will own complex accounting activities, lead budgeting and forecasting, and ensure accurate financial reporting. The role partners with cross-functional teams, mentors team members and drives process improvements.

    • Soho House is building a Global Finance Shared Service Centre in Milton Keynes.
    • This is an exciting opportunity to join a team creating the hub from scratch.
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  • Financial Accountant

    Lancaster
    Permanent
    £45,000 - £52,000 per year

    We are seeking a meticulous and detail-oriented Financial Accountant to join a reputable company within the industrial and manufacturing sector. The role is based in Lancaster and involves overseeing financial processes and ensuring compliance with accounting standards.

    • Financial Accountant - Lancaster
    • Exciting opportunity for career development and progression
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  • Management Accountant

    Epsom
    Temporary
    £35,000 - £45,000 per year

    My client is seeking a Management Accountant to join a reputable organisation in the business services industry. This temporary position based in Epsom requires a professional with expertise in accounting and finance to contribute to the department's success.

    • Are you looking to work in a growing organisation?
    • An exciting opportunity within the technology sector.
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  • Financial Accountant

    Harlow
    Permanent
    £55,000 - £60,000 per year

    Join a thriving life science manufacturing company as a Financial Accountant, where you'll play a key role in managing financial operations and supporting decision-making processes. This permanent position in Harlow offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to contribute to a high-performing accounting and finance team.

    • Ownership on management accounts
    • Collaborative team
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  • Junior accountant

    Windsor
    Permanent
    £25,000 - £30,000 per year

    We are seeking a Junior Accountant to join a thriving industrial and manufacturing environment in Windsor. The ideal candidate will manage financial records, assist in reporting, and support the accounting team with day-to-day operations.

    • Hybrid working structure
    • Amazing experience for a Junior Accountant!
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  • Revenue Accountant

    Epsom
    Permanent
    £35,000 - £40,000 per year

    This is an excellent opportunity for a Revenue Accountant to join a thriving business services company in Epsom within the accounting & finance department. The role focuses on ensuring accurate revenue recognition and financial reporting in a permanent capacity.

    • Opportunity to progress in a well established company offering study support.
    • Hybrid working - 2 days in the office per week.
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  • Management Accountant

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

    The Management Accountant acts as a strategic financial partner across two distinct entities, bridging the gap between high-level financial reporting and day-to-day operational efficiency. The role is focused on driving continuous improvement through rigorous cost control, stock valuation, and collaborative decision-making with the Senior Management Team.

    • Autonomy within the role
    • Commercial exposure
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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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  • Management Accountant

    Runcorn
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    £35,000 - £40,000 per year

    The Management Accountant role in the professional services industry offers an exciting opportunity to oversee and manage financial operations. This permanent position, based in Runcorn, requires a skilled professional to ensure financial accuracy and regulatory compliance.

    • Management Accountant - Permanent
    • Runcorn up to £40k
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  • Accounting Manager

    Richmond upon Thames
    Permanent
    £60,000 - £70,000 per year

    This role is central to maintaining financial integrity and enabling business performance. It offers the opportunity to lead process improvements, strengthen governance, and influence best practice across the organisation. Lead the integrity and efficiency of core accounting processes, ensuring accurate financial reporting and robust controls across the P&L and balance sheet.

    • Leading International FMCG business
    • Great opportunity to make an impact the finance team and for progression
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  • Management Accountant

    Chester
    Permanent
    £42,000 - £52,000 per year

    We're partnering with a fast‑paced, evolving organisation to recruit a Management Accountant who can bring structure, rigour, and insight to a complex multi‑entity environment. This role suits someone who thrives on variety, enjoys working with operational teams, and is energised by change.

    • Great commercial role
    • Hybrid working
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  • Management Accountant

    Ayr
    Permanent
    £50,000 - £55,000 per year

    We are seeking a skilled Management Accountant to join a reputable organisation within the Leisure industry. This role requires expertise in accounting and finance to ensure efficient financial operations and reporting.

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  • Management Accountant

    Cheltenham
    Permanent
    £35,000 - £40,000 per year

    We are seeking a Management Accountant to join an established team in the industrial/manufacturing sector. This role requires a detail-oriented professional to manage financial activities and provide insightful analysis to support decision-making.

    • Permanent Opportunity
    • Skill set development and growth
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  • Senior Accountant - Banking Sector

    City of London
    Permanent
    £55,000 - £65,000 per year

    We are seeking a detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join the small finance team of this international bank. The ideal candidate will 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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  • Commercial Accountant

    Mitcham
    Permanent
    £42,000 - £45,000 per year

    We are seeking a Commercial Accountant to join the dynamic accounting and finance team in the FMCG industry. This permanent position offers the opportunity to contribute to financial decision-making and drive business success.

    • Competitive Salary
    • Excellent career development environment
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  • Management Accountant, Finance Business Partner, Site Accountant

    Ellesmere Port
    Permanent
    £50,000 - £55,000 per year

    The Management Accountant will play a key role in supporting the financial health of the business by providing accurate and timely management information, ensuring robust financial controls, and supporting decision-making.

    • Hybrid working with flexibility
    • Opportunity to develop in a Finance Business Partner role!
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  • Accounting Supervisor

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

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    Oldham
    £45,000 - £55,000 per annum
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    • Accounting Supervisor - Oldham
    • Well-established business offering hybrid working
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  • Financial Accountant

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

    Michael Page Finance are supporting a professional services firm on the search for a Financial Accountant. This is a broad, hands-on finance role where you'll take ownership of month-end reporting, statutory accounts, and financial controls, while partnering with stakeholders across the business. The role offers strong exposure, development, and clear progression within a supportive, growing finance team.

    • An exciting opportunity to be part of a large scale professional service group
    • Opportunity for commercial and project exposure outside of main duties
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  • Assistant Accountant

    Runcorn
    Temporary
    £15 - £19 per hour



    Are you an all‑round Assistant Accountant who enjoys variety, ownership, and being involved in every part of the finance function? This role is a temporary to permanent opportunity based in Runcorn, were you can genuinely grow your responsibilities and progress towards a Finance Manager position.

    • Temporary to Permanent Opportunity
    • Opportunity to progress into the Finance Manager
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  • Management Accountant

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

    We are seeking a Management Accountant to join a temporary position within the FMCG industry. This role requires expertise in accounting and finance to manage and analyse financial performance effectively.

    • Immediate start available.
    • Temp-perm role.
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  • Group Finance Compliance & Governance Accountant

    South Croydon
    Permanent
    £65,000 - £70,000 per year

    The role of Group Finance Compliance & Governance Accountant involves ensuring adherence to financial regulations and governance standards within the property sector.

    • Informing and advising in the development of the Group's finance function
    • Providing technical guidance and mentoring to senior stakeholders
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  • Junior Accountant

    Chesterfield
    Temporary
    £138 - £169 per day

    The Junior Accountant will support the Accounting & Finance department in managing financial records, preparing reports, and ensuring compliance with professional standards. This temporary role in Chesterfield is ideal for someone looking to gain valuable experience in professional services.

    • Great opportunity for finance professionals local to Chesterfield!
    • Get stuck into a busy growing business.
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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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