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  • Assistant Accountant

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

    We are seeking a detail-oriented Assistant Accountant to join a thriving team in the financial services industry. This role involves supporting accounting and finance operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance in financial processes.

    • Fantastic role based in Northwich!
    • Study package and hybrid working available!
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  • Assistant Accountant

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

    The Assistant Accountant role supporting financial operations, including reconciliations and reporting. This permanent position is based in Southampton and is ideal for individuals with a strong foundation in accounting.

    • Assistant Accountant Position
    • Salary £35,000 - £45,000
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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

    London
    Permanent
    £65,000 - £70,000 per year

    The role of Management Accountant offers an excellent opportunity to oversee financial management and analysis within a construction business that is at an exciting stage of growth. This permanent position is ideal for a candidate with strong accounting expertise alongside commercial stakeholder management.

    • Exciting opportunity in growing business
    • Varied role with progression opportunities
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  • Management Accountant

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

    This position is with a high performing SME organisation in the Manufacturing sector that prides itself on its bespoke service and approach to delivering quality products.

    • Play a key role shaping a growing, modernising finance function.
    • Work closely with operations to drive real impact across the business.
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  • Management accountant

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

    Rare opportunity to join a dynamic business in Gedling, Notts, strengthening controls and developing better processes.

    Integral part of the site Management team

    • Management accountant, budgets, planning, KPIs
    • Fantastic, Nottingham based organisation
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  • Chartered Accountant

    Eastbourne
    Permanent
    £35,000 - £48,000 per year

    This is an excellent opportunity for a Chartered Accountant to join a thriving business services provider in Eastbourne. The role focuses on delivering high-quality accounting and finance services to a diverse client base.

    • Well established accountancy firm in Eastbourne
    • Chartered Accountant role
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  • Management Accountant - Growing Technology Business

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

    The Management Accountant will oversee the financial operations of the professional services department, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations. This role involves managing accounting processes, financial reporting, and contributing to strategic decision-making. It will also be an excellent opportunity to learn from an experienced Finance Director.

    • Opportunity to work with a growing business in Manchester city centre.
    • Training, development and hybrid working arrangement on offer.
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  • Group Accountant

    Woking
    Temporary
    £40,000 - £45,000 per year

    The Group Accountant will be responsible for consolidating and analysing financial results as well as providing actionable insights to senior management.

    • Are you looking to work for a global business?
    • An exciting opportunity within the accounts team.
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  • Management Accountant

    Stratford-upon-Avon
    Permanent
    £55,000 - £60,000 per year

    The Management Accountant will play a crucial role in overseeing financial operations and providing insightful analysis to support decision-making within the organisation. This is a fantastic opportunity for a detail-oriented professional to contribute to the success of a prominent manufacturing firm in Stratford-Upon-Avon.

    • The candidate will oversee strategic budgets for advanced production facilities.
    • Secure long-term fiscal health for a leader in the manufacturing sector.
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  • Senior Accountant

    Altrincham
    Permanent
    £36,000 - £40,000 per year

    As a Senior Accountant in this boutique Hale-based practice, you'll take ownership of statutory accounts, VAT, management accounts, and corporate tax for a varied client base. You'll work closely with a small, supportive team and mentor a semi-senior, all within a relaxed, people-first environment.

    • Join a friendly Hale firm with parking and a flat structure culture.
    • Well-rounded role with variety and mentoring in a close-knit team.
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  • Management Accountant (Newly Qualified Position)

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

    A well established, South Manchester based business are recruiting for a Management Accountant on a permanent basis and if you're a newly qualified Accountant who is looking for a new challenge, this could be the one for you!

    • Big finance team offering lots of progression & logevity
    • Opportunity to work somewhere that really value you
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  • Senior Accountant

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

    The Senior Accountant role in the Technology & Software industry is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced accounting professional to manage financial operations. Based in Halifax 1 day a week this permanent position offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits and very flexible working policy.

    • Play a key role in global finance for a leading insurance technology group
    • Broad role with exposure to group reporting and management accounting
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  • Management Accountant

    Lincoln
    Permanent
    £40,000 - £47,000 per year

    The Management Accountant / Finance Manager will oversee financial operations, ensuring efficient management and compliance within the not-for-profit sector.

    This role requires strong financial acumen and a strategic approach to budgeting and reporting in Lincoln.

    This is a fully on site position in Lincoln.

    • Permanent Management Accountant opportunity.
    • Opportunity to join a fantastic team.
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  • Assistant Accountant

    Cambridge
    Interim
    £30,000 - £35,000 per year

    We are seeking an Assistant Accountant to join a growing team within the retail industry. This role in Cambridge involves supporting the finance department with essential accounting tasks to ensure smooth financial operations.

    • Long term contract
    • Large reputable company with great benefits
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  • Management Accountant

    Bolton
    Permanent

    A leading engineering business based in the Bolton area is looking for a Management Accountant. They are open to looking at partly qualified or qualified individuals looking to join a leading team.

    • Progressive and exciting business based in the Bolton area.
    • Leading team with excellent learning and career progression opportunities.
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  • Financial Accountant - Financial Services

    City of London
    Permanent

    This role offers an opportunity for a recently qualified accountant (ACA or equivalent) to take responsibility for financial reporting across European entities, working collaboratively with regional and global teams.

    • Join a high‑performing finance team in financial services in London.
    • Gain exposure to complex European entities within a globally connected business.
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  • Management Accountant

    Bromley
    Permanent
    £35,000 - £44,000 per year

    This is an excellent opportunity for a Management Accountant to join a reputable organisation in the property industry. The role focuses on delivering financial insights and supporting strategic decision-making within the Accounting & Finance department.

    • Accounting and Finance - Commerce and Industry
    • A opportunity to work with a successful and expanding organisation
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  • Assistant Accountant

    Abingdon
    Permanent
    £32,000 - £40,000 per year

    This is an excellent opportunity for an Assistant Accountant to support the accounting and finance department. The role requires a detail-oriented individual with a strong understanding of accounting principles and processes.

    • Join a friendly finance team in a fantastic company.
    • Great benefits such as generous holiday leave and employee socials.
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  • Management Accountant

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

    This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Management Accountant to join a leading organisation in the industrial and manufacturing sector. The role is based in Southampton and will involve managing financial operations and providing key insights to support business decisions.

    • Management Accountant Position
    • Salary £50,000 - £60,000
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  • Accountant - Interim

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

    An exciting opportunity to join a global business to support with their external audit.

    • Are you looking to work for a travel business?
    • An exciting opportunity within the finance team.
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  • Assistant Accountant

    Chelmsford
    Permanent
    £32,000 - £40,000 per year

    This Assistant Accountant role in the property industry is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional looking to grow their career in accounting and finance. The position is based in Chelmsford and offers a chance to contribute to a well-established team in a permanent capacity.

    • Great opportunity in the property sector
    • Great development role for a Assistant account or Purchase ledger candidate
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  • Management Accountant

    Ely
    Interim
    £55,000 - £62,000 per year

    This is an exciting opportunity for a Management Accountant to join a reputable organisation in the manufacturing and production sector. Based in Ely, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the financial management and reporting within the organisation.

    • Long term contract
    • Hybrid working
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  • Financial Accountant

    Surrey
    Temporary

    The Financial Accountant role involves managing financial records, ensuring compliance, and supporting decision-making. Based in Surrey, this temporary hybrid position offers a rewarding opportunity for an experienced professional in Accounting & Finance.

    • Hybrid Working.
    • Global Organisation
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  • Management Accountant

    London
    Interim
    £58,500 - £65,000 per year

    This is an exciting opportunity for a Management Accountant to play a key role in supporting financial operations within a well known Independent School. Based in London, the role involves ensuring accurate financial reporting and contributing to the organisation's strategic objectives.

    • Prestigious Independent
    • Lovely location
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  • Senior Accountant

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

    This role is an exciting opportunity to manage financial processes and ensure compliance with relevant regulations. Based in Bristol, this permanent position offers a chance to contribute to a dynamic accounting and finance department.

    • Senior Accountant to joining growing firm of accountants in Bristol.
    • Increasing client management, responsibility and progression.
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  • Management Accountant

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

    The Management Accountant role in the retail industry involves providing financial insights and support to aid decision-making within the organisation. This position is based in Warrington and requires a keen focus on accounting and finance functions.

    • Management Accountant - £45k to £50k
    • Permanent Role - Birchwood
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  • Management Accountant - Market Leading Global Manufacturing Business

    Glasgow
    Permanent

    Michael Page are delighted to partner with our client to recruit a Management Accountant. You will work in an experienced finance team across a broad portfolio of projects to enhance the financial control environment and to ensure that best practice ways of working are adopted, with an opportunity to engage with multiple stakeholders across the project, functions and other parts of the UK.

    • Management Accountant - Market Leading Global Manufacturing Business
    • Glasgow - Hybrid
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  • Project Accountant - Market Leading Global Manufacturing Business

    Glasgow
    Permanent

    Michael Page are delighted to partner with our client to recruit a Project Accountant. The role sits with portfolio of products and projects including complex product development, systems integration, product manufacturing and service support projects. The role will take responsibility for a portfolio of projects, and will become the primary financial contact for those projects and become a key member of those project delivery teams.

    • Project Accountant - Market Leading Global Manufacturing Business
    • Glasgow - Hybrid
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  • Management Accountant

    Horsforth
    Permanent
    £40,000 - £46,000 per year

    Michael Page are actively working with a long standing client who are searching for a Management Accountant to join their team in North Leeds on a permanent basis. My client is looking for a month end expert who has a passionate for continuous improvement and strong communication skills to present to internal stakeholders.

    • New Management Accountant role in North Leeds!
    • Fantastic Hybrid Opportunity with ACCA/CIMA Study Support
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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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