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  • Credit Control Manager

    Blackwood
    Permanent
    £34,200 - £41,800 per year

    The Credit Control Manager role in Blackwood requires a professional with expertise in managing and improving credit control processes. This is a fantastic opportunity to join the industrial/manufacturing industry in a permanent capacity within the accounting & finance department.

    • Want to work for a local manufacturer with international backing
    • An exciting role with lots of opportunity for hands on experience
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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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  • Purchase Ledger Manager

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

    The Purchase Ledger Manager will oversee the efficient processing of purchase ledger transactions. This role is based in Fareham and requires a strong understanding of accounting processes and excellent organisational skills.

    • Purchase Ledger Manager
    • Salary £45,000 - £55,000
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  • Accounts Senior

    Camberley
    Permanent
    £40,000 - £52,000 per year

    The Accounts Senior will play a vital role within the Accounting & Finance department, providing professional services to clients. This position in Camberley requires expertise in accounting practices to ensure the delivery of high-quality client solutions.

    • Accounts Senior
    • Well established accountancy firm in Camberley
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  • Senior Manager - FP&A (Commercial Finance Manager)

    Gloucester
    Permanent
    £70,000 - £90,000 per year

    The Senior Manager - FP&A (Commercial Finance Manager) is a pivotal part of the divisional leadership team and partners with commercial and operational teams to deliver insight, improve performance and drive profitability for the division. They lead reporting, forecasting, pricing, and governance while acting as a key advisor to the CFO and divisional leadership.

    • Drive commercial performance and build capability with real influence.
    • Work with an impressive CFO in a high-growth, PE-backed manufacturing business.
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  • Head of FP&A

    International
    Permanent
    £90,000 - £100,000 per year

    The Head of FP&A will lead the financial planning and analysis function within the Accounting & Finance department of a financial services organisation. This role is based in Whiteley and requires an individual with a strong background in financial management and strategic planning.

    • Opportunity to Shape a New FP&A Function in a High‑Growth Business
    • Exposure to Senior Leadership, Strategic Projects & Advanced Tools
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  • Purchase Ledger Clerk (Immediate start)

    Burton-On-Trent
    Temporary
    £14 - £16 per hour

    Immediate start required in Barton Under Needwood for an experienced purchase ledger clerk. This role is office based and you need a car to get to the location.

    • Purchase Ledger Clerk required immediately
    • Temp to perm for the right person
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  • AR Clerk - Property & Real Estate

    London
    Permanent
    £32,000 - £38,000 per year

    We are seeking a meticulous and organised Accounts Receivable (AR) Clerk to join a reputable property company in London. This permanent position requires a professional with a keen eye for detail and a solid understanding of accounting and finance principles.

    • Work in a high-growth, ambitious property group.
    • Develop exposure to the full AR reportin cycle.
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  • Financial Controller - Manufacturing - Leeds

    Leeds
    Permanent

    As Financial Controller, you will take day-to-day responsibility for the provision of financial requirements across the Service Centre, ensuring alignment with corporate finance guidelines, internal controls, statutory requirements, and relevant accounting standards.

    • Opportunity to join a market leading manufacturer
    • Broad FC position with wide ranging responsibilities
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  • Interim Finance Business Partner

    Oxfordshire
    Temporary
    £405 - £495 per day

    This is a senior interim Finance Business Partner role, providing strategic financial leadership and robust commercial insight to a complex, mission-led organisation. You will work closely with senior leaders to influence decision-making, improve financial performance, and support organisational objectives.

    • High-impact interim finance leadership role within a values-led charity
    • Senior day-rate assignment offering pace, autonomy , and strategic influence
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  • Bookkeeper

    Sevenoaks
    Temporary
    £30,000 - £35,000 per year

    We are seeking a meticulous and organised Bookkeeper to join a professional services team in Sevenoaks. The role involves managing financial records and supporting the accounting and finance department on a temporary basis.

    • Temp - Perm
    • Fantastic Opportunity
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  • Senior Bookkeeper

    Weston-Super-Mare
    Permanent
    £28,000 - £35,000 per year

    A highly reputable and successful accountancy practice based in the Weston-Super-Mare area is searching for a Senior Bookkeeper to service a wide ranging and varied portfolio of clients managing the provision bookkeeping, VAT return and providing other services. You will carve a key role here, adding value to clients and building relationships as a key addition, within a growing team and firm.

    • Senior Bookkeeper to join a successful accountancy practice in Weston Super Mare
    • Managing provision of bookkeeping,VAT and wider services as a key addition
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  • Personal Tax Semi Senior, Trusts and Estates Semi Senior

    Bristol
    Permanent
    £27,000 - £35,000 per year

    A successful accountancy practice based in Bristol is searching for a Trusts and Estates Semi Senior to join their team as a key addition to this growing specialist service line within the firm. You will deliver across all aspects of trust and estate compliance and administration, preparing annual accounts & tax returns as well as increasing involvement in tax planning work.

    • Trusts and Estates Semi Senior to join a firm of accountants in Bristol
    • Career progression, study support within a growing specialist department
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  • Accounts Payable

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

    Michael Page are hiring for an Accounts Payable role in Chelmsford for a Market leading business within it's field. This is an outstanding opportunity for someone with experience in an accounts team looking to progress and develop their career. The role requires expertise in managing payments and invoicing within the department

    • Market leading business in it's field
    • Newly created position
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  • Financial Controller

    Warrington
    Permanent
    £75,000 - £85,000 per year

    This is a senior finance leadership role at a high-performing site within a global services organisation. You'll lead a skilled team, oversee complex operations, and play a key role in aligning local delivery with corporate strategy.

    • Lead a high-impact finance team in a £70m global service business
    • Enjoy hybrid work, strong culture, and clear career progression
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  • Audit and Accounts Senior

    South Croydon
    Permanent
    £44,000 - £55,000 per year

    Are you an experienced Audit and Accounts professional looking to join a reputable organisation in Croydon? This is an excellent opportunity to advance your career in professional services within the Accounting & Finance department.

    • Audit and Accounts Senior role
    • Well established accountancy firm in Croydon
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  • Financial Controller - Marketing and Creative Agency - Leeds City Centre

    Leeds
    Permanent

    Reporting to an inspiring FD, this is a hands-on FC role to lead the month-end close and oversee accurate accounting. The role also involves managing a team, partnering with external auditors, maintaining strong controls, and driving process improvement to enhance efficiency and accuracy across the finance function.

    • Opportunity to join a creative marketing agency as Financial Controller
    • Number 2 role to an inspiring Finance Director
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  • Finance Business Partner

    Manchester
    Temporary
    £45,000 - £51,000 per year

    We are looking for two Finance Business Partners to join a not-for-profit organisation in Manchester. This long term interim position requires expertise in accounting and finance to support key decision-making processes.

    • Finance Business Partner roles available for immediate start
    • Manchester based with excellent charity.
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  • Finance Manager

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

    The Finance Manager will oversee financial operations within the retail industry, ensuring accuracy and compliance across all accounting and finance processes. This role is based in Bristol and offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to the financial growth of the organisation.

    • Great opportunity to join a strong, established SME retail organisation.
    • Excellent opportunity for a newly qual to 3 years post qual finance professional
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  • Bookkeeper

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

    This is an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join a professional services team in Godalming. The role focuses on managing financial records and supporting the accounting and finance department.

    • Bookkeeper role
    • Well established accountancy practice in the Guildford area
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  • Pricing Analyst

    London
    Permanent
    £40,000 - £45,000 per year

    This is a fantastic opportunity for a Pricing Analyst to contribute to the success of a leading group of beauty brands in London. The role involves analysing pricing strategies and providing actionable insights to optimise profitability and competitiveness

    • Shape pricing strategy for global beauty brands with impact
    • Grow your analytics career in a mission-led beauty company
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  • Financial Controller

    London
    Permanent
    £65,000 - £75,000 per year

    The Financial Controller will manage a small team, whilst supporting the Head of Finance and Finance Director with finance and accounting. This role requires a qualified accountant with team management and professional services industry experience.

    • Fast-growing, dynamic consulting firm based in London
    • Hybrid working, and competitive bonus scheme and benefits package
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  • Accounts assistant

    Abingdon
    Temporary
    £30,000 - £40,000 per year

    The Accounts Assistant will play a key role in supporting the Accounting & Finance department within a growing organisation. This role involves maintaining accurate financial records and assisting with administrative tasks to ensure smooth financial operations.

    • Hybrid working
    • Immediate start
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  • Finance Manager

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

    My clients are seeking a Finance Manager to oversee financial operations and ensure effective project accounting.

    • Working closely with the Head of Finance.
    • Opportunity to play a key role in strategic planning and project profitability.
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  • Collections Advisor (12 month FTC)

    Southampton
    Temporary
    £27,000 - £28,400 per year

    Are you an experienced professional with a strong background in accounting and finance? Join our team as a Collections Advisor (12 month FTC) in Southampton, where you'll play a vital role in managing and optimising client accounts.

    • The chance to work for a reputable business in central Southampton.
    • Longer term opportunity for the right candidate.
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  • Billings Administrator (FTC)

    Southampton
    Temporary
    £27,000 - £32,000 per year

    We are seeking a competent Billings Administrator (FTC) to join a professional services team based in Southampton. This role focuses on managing billing processes efficiently within the accounting and finance department.

    • The chance to work for a great business in central Southampton.
    • Must be competent in billings processes and procedures.
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  • Credit Manager

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

    Looking for a role where you can truly make an impact? We're partnering with a well-established construction business to find an experienced Credit Manager who wants full autonomy and the chance to shape a department. This is your opportunity to lead, innovate, and make the role your own.

    • An opportunity to join a business where you can make a huge impact
    • Great culture and supportive environment
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  • Senior Payroll Specialist

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

    An expanding and fast growing firm of chartered accountants based in Bideford is searching for a Senior Payroll Specialist to join the team in a role as a key addition into this firms payroll department where you will take on full responsibility for the delivery of payroll services to a wide ranging and varied client base.

    • Payroll Professional to join a firm of chartered accountants based in Bideford
    • Leading on managing the delivery of payroll services, full or part time.
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  • Group Financial Reporting Manager, Finance Manager

    Cheshire
    Permanent
    £54,000 - £66,000 per year

    This Group Finance Manager role is ideally suited to a qualified accountant with a few years' post‑qualification experience who is looking to deepen their understanding of the business and progress within a growing team.

    • This is a rare opportunity with defined progression to CFO
    • Hybrid working
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  • Accounts Assistant

    Milton Keynes
    Permanent
    £25,000 - £32,000 per year

    Great opportunity for an Accounts Assistant looking to extend their career or start out their career within the finance industry.

    • Longevity with the role
    • Career Growth
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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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