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  • Payroll Senior

    Chester
    Permanent
    £30,000 - £33,000 per year

    This is an exciting opportunity for a Payroll Senior to manage payroll operations within the professional services industry. The role is based in Chester and focuses on ensuring accurate and compliant payroll processing within an accounting and finance department.

    • Stable bureau in Chester!
    • Long standing team, full client payroll ownership
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  • Payroller

    Reading
    Temporary
    Remote

    Seeking a Project Payroll (Dayforce) specialist to come in and assist with a wider company (Retail) payroll transformation journey. This is a 6-month, rolling, remote specialist role!

    • Join a high performing payroll function!
    • 6-month rolling contract! Remote!
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  • Senior Payroller (Part Time)

    Gillingham
    Permanent
    £30,000 - £34,000 per year

    mt client is seeking an experienced Payroll Administrator to manage payroll processes within the department and support the Head of Payroll.

    • A Competitive Salary and Benefits package
    • An opportunity to work with a successful organisation
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  • EMEA Payroll Practitioner - Banking

    International
    Permanent
    £51,794 - £69,059 per year



    Our client is seeking an experienced EMEA Payroll Practitioner to join their international payroll function, based out of Frankfurt, Germany. You will ensure accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing across several European countries, with a primary focus on Germany, Austria, and France.

    • International Bank hiring a Payroll Practitioner for its growing Frankfurt team.
    • Excellent career path for a Payroller with excellent German and English.
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  • Payroll Administrator

    Southampton
    Permanent
    £30,000 - £32,000 per year

    The Payroll Administrator will play a key role in ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing. This position requires a detail-oriented professional to manage payroll activities and maintain compliance with relevant regulations.

    • Permanent, Southampton
    • Hybrid
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  • Purchase Ledger Clerk

    Burton-On-Trent
    Permanent
    £28,000 - £29,000 per year

    The Purchase Ledger Clerk will play a key role in managing Purchase Ledger processes, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in all financial transactions.

    This role in the manufacturing industry and is based in Burton-on-Trent, this offers an opportunity to work within a collaborative accounting and finance team with a salary up to £29,000.

    This is a fully on site position in Burton-on-Trent.

    • Permanent opportunity with a fantastic team.
    • Salary up to £30,000.
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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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  • Audit and Accounts Senior, Audit Senior, Qualified Accountant

    Exeter
    Permanent
    £38,000 - £45,000 per year

    A highly reputable firm of chartered accountants based in Exeter has a requirement for an Audit and Accounts Senior Accountant to join their team in a key position in this growing office in a role focused on audit with addition accounts, tax and wider service provision to a varied client base. A career path and progression is on offer within a growing successful team.

    • Audit and Accounts Senior to join a growing Exeter chartered accountants
    • Career progression & increasing client management responsibility on offer
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  • Part Qualified Accountant, Audit Semi Senior, Audit Senior

    Plymouth
    Permanent
    £28,000 - £35,000 per year

    A growing and highly regarded accountancy practice based in Plymouth is looking to bolster their team with the addition of a studying, or Part Qualified Audit Senior. The role is offering full support and scope to develop your audit and accounting career within a leading firm environment.

    • Part Qualified ACA/ACCA Auditor to join an accountancy firm in Plymouth
    • Support, technical skill development and progression on offer in a growing firm.
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  • Accounts Manager

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

    The Accounts Manager will oversee accounting and finance functions, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance within a professional services environment. This permanent role is based in Sittingbourne and offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional.

    • Accounts Manager
    • Medium sized accountancy firm in Sittingbourne
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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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  • Senior Payroll Manager (Technical Specialist)

    Glasgow
    Interim
    £48,768 - £59,606 per month (£585,216 - £715,272 per year)

    You will play a pivotal role in the strategic vision of the payroll and finance provision with the Head of Finance and Head of People within the public sector. This position requires a detail-oriented professional with experience in accounting and finance, based in Glasgow

    • 4 month contract, starting asap Full time Office based in Glasgow
    • Great company to work with on a full payroll transformation
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  • Finance Systems Manager

    Bradford
    Permanent
    £45,000 - £60,000 per year

    We are seeking an Finance Systems Manager to oversee finance systems and provide expert support in the Utilities sector. This permanent role, based in Bradford but operates a very flexible hybrid working policy.

    • Shape key finance systems and drive real process improvements
    • Work with major ERP tools and influence cross‑functional decision‑making
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  • Payroll Specialist

    Winchester
    Permanent
    £32,000 - £34,000 per year

    Michael Page are partnering with a successful business looking for a Payroll Specialist to join their finance department.

    • Permanent, Winchester
    • £32,000 - £34,000 per annum depending on experience
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  • Bookkeeper

    Milton Keynes
    Interim
    £37,000 - £43,000 per year

    An exciting opportunity has arisen for a French speaking bookkeeper to join a dynamic finance team on a 9‑month contract, supporting accurate financial operations across French‑speaking regions.

    • Long term contract
    • Flexible hybrid working model
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  • Financial Control Manager

    Bromley
    Permanent
    £70,000 - £75,000 per year

    The Financial Control Manager will oversee the financial reporting processes and ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards within the Financial Services industry. This role, based in Bromley, requires a strategic and detail-oriented professional to manage and improve financial controls effectively.

    • Opportunity to shape best in class financial control capability
    • Lead the team through a high impact transformation
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  • Payroll Assistant

    Widnes
    Permanent
    £27,000 - £31,000 per year

    The Payroll Assistant will be responsible for processing payrolls and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations in the professional services industry. This role is based in Widnes and offers a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the accounting and finance department.

    • Payroll Assistant - up to £30k
    • Widnes - Permanent
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  • Payroll Specialist

    London
    Temporary
    £325 - £425 per day

    We are seeking an experienced Interim Payroll Specialist to take full ownership of payroll operations in a standalone capacity for a Business Services organisation. This temporary rolling contract requires someone who is immediately available or on a 1 week notice period confident managing end-to-end payroll independently.

    • Opportunity to take full ownership of a standalone payroll function
    • Flexible hybrid working with a strong chance of contract extension.
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  • Accounts Payable Officer

    City of London
    Permanent
    £32,000 - £35,000 per year

    The Accounts Payable Officer will manage and process financial transactions while ensuring accuracy and compliance. This role requires strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain effective financial records in a fast-paced environment.

    • Opportunity to Drive Real Impact in a Fast‑Growing Global Organisation
    • Professional Growth and Development in a Supportive Culture
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  • Senior Finance Manager - Global Manufacturing business

    Braintree
    Permanent
    £70,000 - £85,000 per year

    This is a senior, site‑based finance leadership role for a manufacturing business in North Essex, created following site consolidation and investment in modern machining. The role acts as the on‑site finance lead, owning costing, product profitability and operational insight while partnering closely with manufacturing and commercial teams to drive performance and margin improvement.

    • Lead site finance, management reporting, forecasting and budgeting
    • Own costing, product profitability and margin analysis
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  • Polish Speaking Credit Controller

    Ashford
    Permanent

    We are seeking a Polish-speaking Credit Controller to join an accounting and finance team within a large business. This permanent role is based in Ashford and focuses on managing credit control processes effectively.

    • Must be Fluent in Polish
    • Ideally have knowledge of Polish accounting regulations
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  • Accounts Payable

    Glasgow
    Interim
    £27,000 - £29,000 per year

    This Accounts Payable role in the property industry requires a detail-oriented individual to manage financial transactions and support the Accounting & Finance department. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices and payments.

    • New 12 - 15 month fixed term contract role Immediate start
    • £27,000 - £29,000pa Based in Lanarkshire
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  • Purchase Ledger Clerk

    Glasgow
    Permanent

    This is an excellent opportunity for a Purchase Ledger Clerk to join a thriving organisation within the engineering industry. The role is based in Glasgow and involves managing the purchase ledger processes efficiently and accurately.

    • Purchase Ledger Clerk
    • Well-established company in the Engineering Industry.
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  • Finance Manager - Part Time

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

    An ambitious and growing business is seeking a Part Time Finance Manager to take ownership of its finance function and support the continued scaling of the group. This is a high-impact, hands-on role offering direct exposure to senior leadership and the opportunity to shape financial processes within an entrepreneurial environment.

    • Brand new part time opportunity.
    • Unique opportunity to grow within the business
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  • Head of Finance Systems

    London
    Permanent
    £75,000 - £80,000 per year

    The Head of Finance Systems will oversee the development, implementation, and optimisation of finance systems to support the organisation's goals. This role requires a strategic thinker with expertise in finance systems and the ability to manage complex projects effectively.

    • Permanent Head of Finance Systems role for a University in London
    • Great leadership and development on offer
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  • Finance Assistant

    Borehamwood
    Permanent

    The Finance Assistant role is a fantastic opportunity to support the Accounting & Finance team Based in Borehamwood, this permanent position offers a chance to develop your financial expertise in a fast-paced environment.

    • Opportunity to grow for a finance junior
    • Great company culture and values
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  • Commercial Finance Manager

    Newbury
    Permanent
    £65,000 - £73,000 per year

    The Commercial Finance Manager will provide financial insight and support to drive strategic decision-making within the organisation. This role is essential in ensuring accurate financial planning and analysis to optimise performance within the financial services industry.

    • Join a key high growth player in the market on their exciting journey.
    • End‑to‑end ownership, delivering strategies that boost profitability.
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  • Finance Assistant

    Immingham
    Temporary
    £13 - £15 per hour

    This role has been created to provide additional support as the business continues rolling out a new finance system, with increasing workload expected.

    • Immediate requirement with a start ideally within the next 2-3 weeks
    • Initial 4-5 month TEMP, with potential to extend depending on workload
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  • Graduate Finance Analyst

    England
    Permanent
    £28,000 - £30,000 per year

    This is an exciting opportunity to join the retail industry as a Graduate Finance Analyst. The role will focus on supporting the Accounting & Finance department with financial analysis and reporting to drive informed business decisions.

    • Brilliant opportunity for a graduate
    • Progression and professional development
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  • Finance Analyst

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

    Are you ready to take your career to the next level in a fast-paced, evolving business with ambitious growth plans?

    As part of this exciting growth, the finance team is evolving to deliver greater insight, performance reporting, and commercial analysis to help drive strategic decisions across the business.

    • Exciting business with growth opportunities
    • Immediate start on offer
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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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