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  • Finance Business Partner

    Kingston upon Thames
    Permanent
    £50,160 - £59,306 per year

    To be integral to the Leadership Team within the Faculties/Directorates. Providing strategic financial advice to support and influence budget holders on activity. Providing insight to directorate budget holders regarding central objectives and initiatives

    • Finance Business Partner vacancy
    • Surrey based Higher Education sector
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  • Business & Finance Manager

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

    The Business & Finance Manager role is a permanent opportunity, requiring expertise in accounting and finance. The position is ideal for individuals who can efficiently manage financial operations and contribute to business success.

    • Work closely with the Managing Director on a variety of different projects.
    • Join a growing company in an exciting time.
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  • Finance Manager

    Warwickshire
    Temporary
    £350 - £400 per day

    The Finance Manager reports into the MD and will be responsible for overseeing all financial operations, ensuring strong financial control, accurate reporting, and compliance with UK statutory requirements. The role will support strategic decision-making by providing timely, insightful financial analysis and advising senior management on financial performance and risks

    • 6 month temporary role potential temp to perm
    • Growing manufacturing business
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  • Commercial Finance Controller

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

    We are seeking a Finance Business Partner to oversee financial operations and provide strategic support within the FMCG industry. This role, based in Berkshire, requires a professional with strong accounting expertise and a focus on commercial decision-making.

    • Exciting, collaborative culture
    • Opportunity to work with a multinational FMCG household brand
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  • Business Controller- Financial Performance and Reporting ,

    London
    Permanent
    £85,000 - £110,000 per year

    The Business Controller will take ownership of financial analysis, planning and business partnering across a diverse portfolio of professional services companies. Your work will directly influence decision‑making at CEO, CFO and Group leadership levels.

    • Hugely exciting new opportunity to join a fast growing PE backed advisory firm
    • This role will have the chance to positively impact Financial performance
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  • Finance Assistant

    Exeter
    Permanent
    £25,200 - £30,800 per year

    We are looking for a meticulous Finance Assistant to join the Accounting & Finance department within the business services industry. This permanent role, based in Exeter, involves supporting financial operations and ensuring accurate reporting.

    • Join a growing business
    • Join a flexible Hybrid Role
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  • Accounts Payable Manager

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

    The Accounts Payable Manager will oversee all aspects of the accounts payable function within the retail industry, ensuring efficient processing and compliance with financial policies. This role requires a detail-oriented professional with a strong understanding of accounting principles and leadership capabilities.

    • Competitive salary
    • Good hybrid set up
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  • Business Services Team Leader

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

    The Business Services Team Leader will oversee the daily operations of an accounting and finance department within the professional services industry. This role focuses on managing a team to deliver high-quality services while ensuring compliance with regulations and internal policies.

    • Business Services Team Leader role
    • Leading accountancy firm in Leatherhead
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  • Finance Analyst - Horsham

    Horsham
    Permanent
    £60,000 - £70,000 per year

    The FP&A Associate will report to the FP&A Manager and support the Financial Director, operating in a commercially focused role across budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and systems management. The function has evolved significantly over the past two years with the integration of ERP, PowerBI, SQL, and Alteryx systems, providing a strong and stable platform for continued development, supported by the FP&A team.

    • Analyse financial data to identify trends and provide actionable insights
    • Prepare and present financial reports for stakeholders
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  • Accounts Payable

    Wolverhampton
    Temporary
    £12 - £14 per hour

    This temporary Accounts Payable position in Birmingham offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a meaningful cause within the Not For Profit sector. The role requires proficiency in accounting and finance, focusing on maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring efficient payment processes.

    • Immediate start
    • Hybrid
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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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  • Purchase Ledger Clerk

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

    The Purchase Ledger Clerk will play a key role in the Accounting & Finance department, ensuring the efficient processing and management of supplier invoices and payments.

    This is a fantastic role for an experienced Purchase Ledger Clerk who is looking for a standalone role in Nottingham.

    • Permanent Opportunity.
    • Salary up to £30,000.
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  • Finance System Analyst

    City of London
    Permanent
    £40,000 - £55,000 per year

    The Finance Systems Analyst will play a key role in supporting and enhancing financial systems within the professional services industry. This position is based in London and focuses on ensuring the smooth operation and optimisation of accounting and finance systems.

    • Opportunity to work for a leading law-firm
    • Hybrid work structure
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  • Billings Team Leader

    Bournemouth
    Temporary
    £18 - £22 per hour

    We are seeking a highly organised Billings Team Leader to oversee and manage the billing processes. This temporary position requires strong accounting and finance expertise to ensure efficient and accurate billing operations.

    • Career development as a Billings Team Leader.
    • Hybrid opportunity offering work/life balance.
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  • Group Reporting Manager

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

    As Group Reporting Manager, you will take ownership of statutory reporting, group consolidation activities, and month-end processes across the business. You will also play a key role in supporting acquisitions and ensuring robust financial controls are maintained.

    • Manage team, strengthen controls and support acquisitions.
    • Join a growing acquisitive group with strong career progression opportunities.
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  • Junior Treasury / Accounts Assistant

    Maidstone
    Permanent
    £23,000 - £24,000 per year

    An exciting opportunity for a Junior Treasury / Accounts Assistant. This permanent role offers the chance to support key financial operations and develop your accounting skills in a professional and supportive environment.

    • An exciting opportunity to work for a leading Brand in their Industry
    • A superb opportunity to start your career in Finance and Treasury sector
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  • Payroll Manager

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

    We are seeking a skilled Payroll Manager to oversee payroll processes and ensure compliance. This permanent position is based in Walsall and offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits.

    • Hybrid working (2 days on site)
    • Flexible working and good benefits!
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  • Finance Business Partner

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

    The Finance Business Partner role in the production company that focuses on providing financial insights and support to drive business decisions. This permanent position requires a proactive approach to financial management and collaboration with key stakeholder

    • Drive commercial impact with senior leadership
    • Shape strategy in a heritage, high-growth business
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  • Payroll Assistant

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

    We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Assistant to support the efficient processing of payroll. This role requires a strong understanding of payroll procedures and a commitment to ensuring accuracy and compliance.

    • Permanent
    • Southampton
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  • Accounts Assistant

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

    We are seeking an organised and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to support the accounting and finance operations. The role, based in Southampton, requires a professional with a strong understanding of financial processes and attention to accuracy.

    • Permanent
    • Southampton
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  • Senior Finance Business Partner- Projects

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

    This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior Finance Business Partner in projects to provide critical financial insight and support in the industrial and engineering industry. The role is based in Cambridge and requires expertise in accounting and finance to effectively manage project-related financial activities.

    • Opportunity to develop in a growing business
    • Hybrid working
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  • Project Controller

    Cambridge
    Permanent
    £80,000 - £80,000 per year

    The role of Financial Controller in the industrial/manufacturing sector involves managing financial aspects of projects, ensuring accurate reporting, and contributing to successful project delivery. Based in Cambridge, this position requires a detail-oriented professional with strong accounting and finance skills.

    • Working for a global leader in electrification and automation
    • Hybrid working
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  • Finance Business Partner

    Warrington
    Temporary
    £22 - £27 per hour

    The Temporary Finance Business Partner will take ownership of the General Ledger and financial reporting at their site in Warrington. The role combines hands‑on management accounting, monthly close activity, audit preparation, and business partnering across both Finance and operational teams.

    • Immediatley available Finance Business Partner position in Warrington
    • Strong GL and Reporting exposure
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  • Transactional Finance Manager

    Richmond upon Thames
    Permanent
    £65,000 - £75,000 per year

    The Transactional Finance Manager will take ownership of all aspects of cash management, banking, and treasury operations, ensuring liquidity and financial stability for the business. This role will lead a team responsible for cash forecasting, credit control, and accounts receivable, while managing external relationships with customers, banking partners, and internal Group Treasury.

    • Highly Successful & Growing International FMCG Business
    • Opportunity to make an impact and develop the finance team
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  • Accounts Payable Manager

    Liverpool
    Interim
    £39,000 - £39,000 per year

    We're looking for an experienced purchase ledger clerk to lead the accounts payable function. You'll manage a busy team, ensure accurate and timely invoice processing, and drive efficiency across the finance function. Working closely with colleagues in transactional accounting, you'll help improve processes, support financial reporting, and contribute to wider organisational initiatives. This is a great opportunity to shape continuous improvement in a fast‑moving environment.

    • Reputable and well known organisation
    • Role with project involvement
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  • Group Financial Controller

    Bristol
    Permanent

    As Group Financial Controller, you will take full responsibility for financial control, group reporting and statutory accounts, whilst helping to modernise systems, processes and ways of working.

    • High-impact, newly created role.
    • A great opportunity to shape systems, processes and culture.
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  • Finance Assistant (Commercial)

    Nottingham
    Temporary
    £14 - £15 per hour

    Our client is looking for 2 x Finance Assistants to come in initially on a temporary basis, with the potential for longer term or permanent roles.

    • Immediate start required, 2 positions available, 6 months temp
    • Hybrid working, free parking, potential for permanent
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  • Finance & Administration Associate

    Aylesbury
    Permanent
    £30,000 - £40,000 per year

    We are seeking a Business/Finance Graduate to support accounting and financial operations in a growing organisation. This role requires an organised and detail-oriented professional to ensure smooth administrative processes and financial accuracy.

    • Join a growing company in an exciting time.
    • Work closely with the Managing Director on a variety of different tasks.
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  • Accounts Assistant

    International
    Permanent
    £27,000 - £33,000 per year

    We are seeking an enthusiastic Accounts Assistant to join the Accounting & Finance department. This role involves supporting financial operations, ensuring accuracy, and maintaining compliance with relevant regulations.

    • work in a smaller, friendly team.
    • Work closely with the Accountant on transactional and month end tasks.
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  • Corporate Finance Analyst - International Logistics Group

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

    This is an excellent opportunity for an entry-level Corporate Finance Analyst to join a leading international player, gaining exposure to a supportive and highly-experienced Corporate Finance team. You'll develop exposure to the companies full debt portfolio, working in a highly varied role; a true CV builder for any junior analysts.

    • Join a large logistics business with exposure to global markets.
    • Gain invaluable exposure within a dynamic international environment .
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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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