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  • Head of Corporate Finance, Deputy S151

    Sheffield
    Permanent
    £77,259 - £86,055 per year

    The Head of Corporate Finance (Deputy S151) is a senior leadership opportunity within South Yorkshire Police, working closely with the Chief Finance Officer and leading a team of over 40 people to shape the future of finance at a pivotal moment for the force and wider policing sector. This is a key role in bringing people together, translating strategy into action and ensuring finance is at the heart of delivering safer communities across South Yorkshire.

    • Senior finance leadership role at the heart of policing
    • Lead, influence and shape finance in a high-impact public service
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  • Finance Liaison Officer

    Birmingham
    Temporary

    To assist the Head of Finance & Procurement and Finance Manager in providing a full

    and quality financial management service to the Chief Executive Officer and all Budget

    Managers within the service.

    • Hybrid Working
    • Long Term Temporary Contract
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  • Principal Accountant

    England
    Temporary
    £25 - £48 per hour

    The Principal Accountant will play a critical role in managing and overseeing financial operations within the healthcare sector. This temporary role requires a detail-oriented professional with a strong understanding of accounting practices and the ability to ensure compliance with financial regulations.

    • Principal Accountant - Immediate Start £25.48 per hour
    • 4 Month Contract Hybrid Working - NHS London
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  • Interim Finance Transformation Lead (Processes)

    Cardiff
    Temporary

    The Interim Finance Transformation Lead (Processes) will play a pivotal role in driving process improvements and efficiencies within the accounting and finance department during a large Finance implementation of Microsoft Dynamics 365

    • Immediate start
    • 4-5 month interim assignment
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  • Interim D365 Systems Accountant

    Cardiff
    Temporary

    The Interim D365 Systems Accountant will be joining a well established team in a large organisation in South Wales.

    • immediate start
    • 4-5 month interim opportunity
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  • Accountancy Officer

    London
    Temporary
    £17 - £19 per hour

    The Accountancy Officer will play a key role in supporting financial processes within the public sector. This temporary role requires expertise in accounting and finance to ensure effective financial management in the housing department.

    • Directly improve housing services for local residents
    • Gain strong public sector finance experience
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  • Senior Finance Business Partner

    England
    Temporary
    £65 - £72 per hour

    This temporary Senior Finance Business Partner role offers an exciting opportunity to work within the public sector, providing financial expertise to support strategic decision-making. The position requires SC clearance with a strong background in accounting and finance to ensure effective budget management and financial planning.

    • 12 Month - (SC Cleared) Senior Finance Business Partner - Hourly Rate: £72.65
    • Working for an amazing South-West organisation Vibrant Finance team.
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  • SAP Payroll Officer

    City of London
    Temporary
    £170 - £210 per day

    This temporary role as an SAP Payroll Officer in the public sector offers a unique opportunity to manage payroll processes efficiently and accurately. Based in London, the role requires expertise in SAP systems and a strong focus on payroll operations.

    • Gain valuable experience at one London's most reputable organisations
    • Work with a high performing finance team
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  • Senior Finance Planning Analyst

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

    To provide excellent, accurate and relevant financial information to customers, with a key focus on financial planning

    • Hybrid working - typically 1 day office based (potentially every fourtnight)
    • Up to £65,000pa + bens
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  • Finance Manager

    London
    Temporary
    £600 - £700 per day

    The Finance Manager role in the public sector is a temporary opportunity, focusing on managing ERP implementation projects, financial operations, tax and ensuring compliance with policies. This position offers a chance to contribute to a key organisation's accounting and finance department.

    • Interim Finance Manager - Home Based Day Rate: 600-700
    • Long Term Contract Expiring March 2028 Large Central Government Organisation
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  • Finance Business Partner

    Manchester
    Interim
    £56,000 - £56,000 per year

    The Finance BP role in the public sector involves providing strategic financial guidance and support to key stakeholders within the organisation. This position requires a strong background in accounting and finance to ensure effective budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.

    • Immediate start with our Public sector organisation
    • Hybrid working in Manchester city centre. 5 month initial FTC.
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  • Property Data & Credit Control Assistant

    West End
    Temporary
    £300 - £420 per day

    The Property Data & Credit Control Assistant role involves managing property data and assisting with credit control processes to ensure efficient financial operations. This temporary position requires strong attention to detail and organisational skills to support the Accounting & Finance department.

    • Gain valuable public sector experience
    • Earn a competitive daily rate
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  • Property Accountant

    London
    Temporary
    £310 - £379 per day

    The Property Accountant role involves managing financial records and ensuring accurate reporting for property-related transactions within the business services industry. This temporary position in London is ideal for individuals with a background in accounting and finance, seeking to contribute effectively to a professional environment.

    • Contributing to a service that supports millions of people's daily lives.
    • Strong career development opportunities.
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  • Head of Payroll

    Stratford
    Temporary
    £380 - £450 per day

    The Head of Payroll will oversee payroll operations, ensuring compliance and accuracy within the public sector. This temporary role offers an opportunity to lead a payroll team and manage complex payroll processes effectively.

    • Large public sector organisation
    • Exposure to a highly-recognisble brand
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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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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