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  • Interim Public Sector Accountant

    Liverpool
    Temporary
    £50,000 - £55,000 per year

    The role of Financial Accountant within the public sector involves ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with established accounting standards. This temporary position in Liverpool requires a detail oriented professional with accounting expertise.

    • Hybrid working
    • Starting as a 4 month contract
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  • Finance Assistant

    Stockport
    Temporary
    £25,000 - £26,000 per year

    Interim Finance Assistant opportunity for 6 months on a term time only basis. Public Sector organisation based in Stockport

    • Interim Finance Assistant Opportunity- Term Time Only
    • Public Sector organisation based in Stockport
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  • Finance Manager

    Nottingham
    Permanent
    £49,000 - £50,000 per year

    This is an excellent opportunity for a Finance Manager to lead financial operations and reporting within the public sector.

    The role is based in Nottingham and offers a challenging and rewarding environment in the accounting and finance department.

    • Permanent opportunity with hybrid working.
    • Fantastic benefits package.
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  • Head of Business Partnering (Housing)

    London
    Temporary
    £600 - £880 per day

    The Head of Business Partnering (Housing) will play a pivotal role in providing financial leadership and strategic support within the public sector. This temporary position requires expertise in accounting and finance to drive effective decision-making and ensure robust financial management.

    • Head of Business Partnering Hybrid Working
    • Interim Position Day Rate: £ 600-800
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  • Finance Senior Manager - Finance Transformation

    Reading
    Temporary
    £58 - £77 per hour

    The role of Finance Senior Manager - Finance Transformation involves leading and delivering finance transformation projects within the public sector.

    • Senior Finance Transformation - Hybrid Working
    • 18 month Interim Contract - Active Security Clearance
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  • Transformation Programme - Project Manager

    Birmingham
    Temporary
    £650 - £650 per day

    To lead and develop the benefits realisation reporting of the Council's Transformation Portfolio. The Project Accountant assists in defining the financial benefits of each project and programme.

    • 6 month contract with potential to extend
    • Mainly remote working - min 2 days per month office based
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  • Interim Financial Accountant

    Leeds
    Temporary
    £350 - £400 per day

    Financial Accountant in Leeds city centre. Lead key financial accounting activities including year‑end close, financial reporting, ensuring compliance with accountancy guide lines. You'll strengthen financial controls, support budgeting and work closely with stakeholders across the organisation.

    • 4 month + temporary role
    • Start ASAP
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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.

    • Join a friendly team in a renowned Oxford college!
    • Work closely with the Accountant on transactional and month end tasks.
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  • Head of Finance

    Ipswich
    Permanent
    £63,000 - £67,800 per year

    Lead through a once-in-a-generation change. Local Government Reorganisation across Suffolk represents a landmark shift in public service delivery and this role places you right at the heart of it. You won't just be managing figures; you'll be shaping financial strategy that directly determines how a new public sector landscape is built, giving you career-defining experience that very few finance professionals will ever have the opportunity to gain.

    • Shape financial strategy during Suffolk's major public service reform
    • Senior finance role with real influence, strong benefits, and added reward
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  • Finance Analyst

    Leeds
    Permanent
    £47,000 - £54,000 per year

    This role leads on the development of complex financial models and cost‑benefit analysis to support an organisation‑wide change programme. You will provide high‑quality reports, insights and challenge to senior teams, influencing strategic and operational decisions.

    • 12 month FTC
    • Great work environment, hybrid, flexible working
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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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  • Finance Manager - Temporary

    Southampton
    Temporary
    £20 - £23 per hour

    We are seeking an experienced Finance Manager to join our client in Southampton on a temporary basis. This role requires expertise in accounting and finance, ensuring effective financial management and compliance.

    • Must be available to commit to a temporary role
    • Must have a strong FP&A background.
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  • ERP Finance Analyst, Systems Accountant

    City of London
    Interim
    £550 - £600 per day

    We are seeking a Systems Accountant to support financial operations within the public sector. This temporary role requires expertise in S4 Hana accounting systems to ensure efficient and effective financial processes.

    • Interim Systems Accountant/Analyst
    • £550-£600 Per Day
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  • Finance Manager

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

    The Finance Manager role involves overseeing financial operations and ensuring accurate reporting in the public sector. This permanent position in Southampton requires expertise in accounting and finance to support effective decision-making.

    • Finance Manager Position
    • Salary £45,000 - £50,000
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  • Finance Manager

    Southampton
    Temporary
    £245 - £260 per day

    We are seeking a skilled Finance Manager to oversee and manage financial operations. This temporary role in Southampton offers an opportunity to contribute to accounting and finance functions effectively.

    • Immediate Start Required
    • Potential temp to perm
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  • Financial Controller

    South West London
    Interim
    £450 - £500 per day

    We are seeking a Financial Controller to manage and oversee financial operations. This temporary role involves ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance, while supporting strategic decision-making.

    • Interim Financial Controller
    • 3-6 months
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  • Assistant Accountant

    Guildford
    Temporary
    £38,000 - £45,000 per year

    The Assistant Accountant will play an essential role in supporting the Accounting department within the Public Sector. This role, based in Guildford, focuses on maintaining accurate financial records and assisting with budget management.

    • Are you looking to work for a large not for profit organisation?
    • An exciting opportunity within the finance department.
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