3,559 Accountant jobs in the United Kingdom

We're working with a global organisation who are looking for an experienced General Ledger Controller to join their Shared Services team. This is a management-level role with responsibility for statutory accounts, reporting, compliance and leading a small team.

• Oversee UK GAAP statutory accounts and US GAAP reporting

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis

• Ensure compliance with SOX and audit requirements

• Manage VAT and balance sheet reconciliations

• Develop and support a small finance team

• Qualified Accountant (ACCA / CIMA / ACA or equivalent)

• Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP (US GAAP an advantage)

• ERP systems experience (SAP desirable)

• Excellent organisational and people management skills

• Competitive salary + benefits

• Career growth in an international, multicultural environment

• Hybrid working and a supportive team culture

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We are looking for an experience Finance / Accounts Manager

This will be a 2 week assignment helping out with an Audit.

Previous experience is required.

Must be available to start ASAP

My client a large national service provider are looking for an interim financial transformation accountant to assist the business during a period of growth and change, this is for an initial 12 month fixed term contract

This role will work closely with the Financial controller on transformation projects throughout the business. This role will be hands on and will be able to demonstrate ability to deliver change across the business in previous roles.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Transformation Delivery - Process and systems
• Knowledge continuity
• Team Leadership
• Governance

Person Spec:

• Qualified Accountant
• Proven experience within financial process and systems improvement in a multi-site organisation
• Understanding of business and finance processes
• Strong stakeholder skills to work with wider business
• Strong analytical and finance modelling skills

If this role is of interest to you and you have current relevant experience please apply.

FINANCE MANAGER | ACCOUNTANT | STANDALONE ROLE

CENTRAL LONDON (OFFICE BASED)

50,000 to 60,000 + BENEFITS

THE OPPORTUNITY:

We're exclusively partnering with a fast-growing Central London SME, soon to receive backing from a multi-billion-pound global group to accelerate project growth.

They are seeking a standalone Finance Manager/Accountant to oversee the full finance function and support key operational tasks (90% finance / 10% operations). This is a broad, hands-on Finance Manager/Accountant role for a proactive individual with strong technical skills, commercial awareness, and the ability to deliver accurate reporting and process improvements in a fast-paced environment.

THE FINANCE MANAGER | ACCOUNTANT ROLE:

• As Finance Manager you'll full responsibility for the end-to-end management of significant number of legal entities each containing live projects, each on Xero.
• Management of multiple bank accounts, cashflow forecasting, bank reconciliation, supplier payments, intercompany transactions and reconciliations
• Managing existing Xero systems, and implementing new instances for new entities
• Ensuring purchase ledger invoices are allocated to the correct legal entities and payments are processed within payment terms
• Responsible for VAT Returns, CIS Submissions, PAYE RTI, Confirmations Statements and Persons of Significant Control filings
• Produce detailed management accounts, financial reports including accruals, prepayments, and depreciation, along with MI, to the Directors to support informed decision making
• Maintain and reconcile fixed asset registers, including asset classification and depreciation allocation.
• Responsible for monthly payroll, pensions and benefits, including P11D
• Manage monthly and annual budgeting processes, cost allocation, and financial analysis
• Liaise with external accountants for year-end statutory accounts & tax returns
• Manage intercompany loans, interest calculations, and support corporate structuring activities including mergers, demergers, and joint ventures.
• Support business incorporation, including bank accounts and corporate structure optimisation.
• Operations & Executive Support: Providing key operational support across; Office management, HR (with support from external advisors), Office H&S, General IT, Phone Systems, Insurance, facilities, staff socials, PA assistance to the Directors

THE PERSON:

• Must have experience in a role such as Finance Manager, Financial Controller, Accountant, Head of Finance, Accounts Manager or Similar, ideally from an SME background.
• Part Qualified or Fully Qualified (AAT/ACA/ACCA/CIMA) or Qualified by Experience
• Strong knowledge of Xero and Advanced Excel skills
• Proven experience in managing multi-entity financial operations and reporting.
• Excellent knowledge of UK compliance, VAT, PAYE, and Companies House filings.
• Strong organisational and communication skills with the ability to manage diverse responsibilities.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

TO APPLY:

Please send your CV for the Finance Manager/Accountant role via the advert for immediate consideration

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The UK’s leading provider of adult short break experiences, Warner Hotels is a collection of unique properties in great locations across the UK. All short breaks at a Warner Hotel include breakfast, dinner and specified entertainment and activities, ensuring guests make the most of their time away. Situated in stunning locations nationwide including Heythrop Park in the Cotswolds, Studley Castle in Warwickshire, Thoresby Hall in Nottinghamshire and The Runnymede on Thames, each hotel offers its own personal character that makes every Warner Hotels stay unique.

The Finance Systems Accountant is responsible for the maintenance of financial systems within Warner, principally the General ledger, FP&A, payment and expenses processing systems. Ensuring the finance systems support financial operations, drive efficiency, mitigate risks, and drive continuous improvement, ultimately contributing to the organisation's financial health and success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a strategic vision for the finance systems
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies to enhance financial processes and ongoing efficiency
• Oversee the implementation and delivery of new systems
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with financial systems, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and company policies
• Ensuring adequate security controls and segregation of duties exists within the various financial systems and user roles within financial applications
• Support the External statutory audit process
• First point of contact for the finance team for system failures
• Focus on the day to day support with the Finance Team as they utilise the system to drive efficiency and finance processes.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Excel (comfortable with utilising formulas to manipulate data add efficiency into processing time and reporting)
• Knowledge of Financial Accounting system Unit 4 ERPx, and supporting systems i.Buy, Concur an advantage.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to convey financial information to non-financial stakeholders
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement

Experience / Education / Qualification:

• High school diploma or equivalent; additional education in Finance or Banking is a plus.
• Experience of system implementation and management of general ledger
• Experience of automated expense systems
• Experience of system implementation and management of general ledger and FP&A systems to support a finance team

What we offer?

• Competitive salary
• Bonus scheme
• 25 days holiday
• Onsite Parking
• Hybrid working - 3 days a week in the office
• Great deals on Warner breaks for you, your friends and family
• Discounted food and drinks at our on-site restaurant
• Pension Scheme
• Other discounts on variety of shopping experiences, high street brands and access to a VIP box at the O2

Accountant - Team Leader F/T

Are you the unappreciated Accountant our client is looking for?

Are you an Experienced Accountant who is frustrated that you’re not getting the recognition, support, rewards or growth path that you deserve in your present role?

Are you ACA/ACCA/CIMA/CTA, or have the equivalent experience of statutory accounts and tax returns in Practice?

Are you ambitious and looking to progress your career to Director level?

Are you someone curious and willing to think outside the box?

If that's you, you are the type of person our client is looking for to join their friendly, growing team.

Our client is an established business in the Goole/Selby/Howden area who has an active plan to expand into pro-active business support services for SME businesses nationwide, and you will play an integral role in their growth plan.

They’re looking for a dynamic and experienced Accountant who wants to work predominantly from the office and lead a team in this accountancy business that is growing. Having said that, they are a family friendly organisation, and some flexibility would be possible for the right candidate.

If this is you, please read on.

Salary and Hours:

• Full Time
• Monday – Friday from 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
• £35,000 – £46,000 per annum subject to experience and qualifications

What’s In It For You – Benefits:

• Easy low-stress commute to and from the office
• Career enhancement opportunity to director level
• 31 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
• Office-based; occasional hybrid working
• Medical and dental insurance
• Sick pay enhanced scheme
• Maternity/paternity scheme

Responsibilities Include:

• Own key account clients.
• Ensuring Quality: Being the ultimate checker for all client deliverables, making sure they're accurate and compliant.
• Managing Workflow: Keeping the team on track to hit all deadlines and handling any resource challenges.
• Nurturing Client Relationships: Being a main contact for clients, keeping them happy, and spotting chances to offer more services.
• Improving Processes: Constantly looking for ways to make the team's work more efficient and compliant, especially with new regulations like MTD.
• Developing the Team: Mentoring, training, and supporting the growth of your team members.

Results Expected:

• All team members to achieve their minimum performance requirement.
• Hit team performance targets.
• Generate new business.

Qualifications and Experience:

• ACA/ACCA/CIMA/CTA or equivalent experience of preparing statutory accounts and tax returns in Practice.
• Experience of managing a team in a Practice would be advantageous.
• Full Driving Licence and own vehicle.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• People management skills.
• Supervisory skills.
• Expert Xero skills.
• Ability to adapt to future software developments.

I Will Meet These Standards:

• Response time to all queries or enquiries is 24 hours.
• Weekly KPIs to be kept up to date by Monday of week following.
• Relaxed professional dress code.
• To uphold the vision mission and culture of the business.

In Summary

If you want to join a well-established, technology-driven business with a great reputation and ambitious goals, and be a catalyst for its future growth, then this is the role for you!

Our client’s selection process is unique in the marketplace and attracts motivated, productive team members, who they know will be successful and have a great career with them.

They look forward to hearing from you. Don't miss this opportunity. Start your application NOW!

• Leading a team of bookkeepers and client managers (including trainees who may occasionally need caffeine and pep talks )
• Training and developing your crew like the accounting Yoda you were born to be
• Planning and overseeing client compliance work
• Preparing accounts (and probably mentally correcting them before lunch)
• Keeping on top of strict deadlines like a pro ⏰
• Allocating work so nothing slips through the cracks
• Reporting to Senior Managers and throwing out great ideas in meetings
• Dealing with external organisations including HMRC (yes, those friendly folks ��)
• Managing client records and enquiries
• Handling general ad hoc duties — because variety is the spice of accountancy ��️

• ACCA or ACA qualified with 2+ years post-qualification (essential)
• 5+ years’ experience in an accounting practice (essential)
• Solid knowledge of Accounting Standards & Compliance Rules
• Taxation know-how that would make HMRC blush
• Software savvy across Sage, Xero, QuickBooks, DEXT, Sage Cloud Accounting
• Strong computer skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Email… basically if it’s got a keyboard, you’re golden)
• Confidence with clients — you can explain debits and credits without sending anyone to sleep
• Leadership chops to manage and train a team

• 28 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays) ��️
• Your birthday off — because cake > spreadsheets ��
• Company pension plan ��
• Life assurance ��
• Annual salary reviews ��
• Client referral programme ��
• Full training and development ��
• Free parking �� (because parking in Manchester can be brutal)