277 Accounting Services jobs in the United Kingdom

JOB TITLE: Outsourced Accounting Services Assistant

ROLE TYPE: Permanent, full time

LOCATION: South Buckinghamshire

HOURS/DAYS (per week): Monday to Friday, office-based. Flexi-time and core work hours (to be confirmed)

SALARY RANGE: Competitive Salary

NOTICE & PROBATION PERIODS: 1 month notice prior to 5 years' service, 2 months' notice after 5 years' service. Probation to be confirmed

BENEFITS/BONUSES/HOLIDAYS: Competitive salary, flexi-time working hours, 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and birthday. Pension plan, company social events, wellbeing afternoons, development/progression plans, and working from a dynamic and modern office environment and more!

COMPANY CULTURE & SUMMARY:
My client is a long-established firm of chartered accountants located in Southern Buckinghamshire. They focus heavily on their people and have a fantastic modern office - the perfect place for forward-thinking accountants to service their clients to the highest of standards. They're a very close-knit and professional team with around 50 staff in total. Along with working on a wide range of fantastic clients throughout various industries and sectors, this firm take huge pride in their staff ensuring they do plenty of 'out of hours' and work social events. This accounting practice stands out from the majority due to a their combination of professionalism, reputation, and dynamic set up. They're eager to continue developing their staff, allowing plenty of progression within the business.

JOB ROLES/RESPONSIBILITIES (include but not limited to):
My client are looking for an Outsourced Accounting Services Assistant to join their Outsourced Accounting Services Team. If you are someone who keeps client service in the heart of what you do, and you're confident with the below duties, then you may be the ideal candidate for this role!
The main part of this role is to assist with external client work in the Outsourced Accounting Services team namely VAT returns, management accounts, payment runs and forecasting.

• Assist in the preparation of management accounts for clients from their records as delegated.
• Post sales, purchases, bank and journal entries, prepare and reconcile control accounts to produce required reports for management account purposes.
• Assist in the preparation of VAT returns and highlight any unusual items ready for review.
• Reviewing bookkeeping and VAT jobs carried out by other employees.
• Communicating with clients to answer queries and finalise jobs.
• Assist in training clients on accounting software.

ANY SPECIFIC TRAINING/QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Has strong experience within the field - ideally within practice
• Is proficient with cloud-based book-keeping software such as Xero, Sage and QuickBooks
• Is familiar with HMRC MTD for VAT requirements
• Can work independently and without supervision.
• Must have Full UK Right to Work
• IT Literate (being able to work to a strong standard with Microsoft Packages)

INTERVIEW & START DATES: ASAP

JOB TITLE: Outsourced Accounting Services Assistant

ROLE TYPE: Permanent, full time

LOCATION: South Buckinghamshire

HOURS/DAYS (per week): Monday to Friday, office-based. Flexi-time and core work hours (to be confirmed)

SALARY RANGE: Competitive Salary

NOTICE & PROBATION PERIODS: 1 month notice prior to 5 years' service, 2 months' notice after 5 years' service. Probation to be confirmed

BENEFITS/BONUSES/HOLIDAYS: Competitive salary, flexi-time working hours, 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and birthday. Pension plan, company social events, wellbeing afternoons, development/progression plans, and working from a dynamic and modern office environment and more!

COMPANY CULTURE & SUMMARY:
My client is a long-established firm of chartered accountants located in Southern Buckinghamshire. They focus heavily on their people and have a fantastic modern office - the perfect place for forward-thinking accountants to service their clients to the highest of standards. They're a very close-knit and professional team with around 50 staff in total. Along with working on a wide range of fantastic clients throughout various industries and sectors, this firm take huge pride in their staff ensuring they do plenty of 'out of hours' and work social events. This accounting practice stands out from the majority due to a their combination of professionalism, reputation, and dynamic set up. They're eager to continue developing their staff, allowing plenty of progression within the business.

JOB ROLES/RESPONSIBILITIES (include but not limited to):
My client are looking for an Outsourced Accounting Services Assistant to join their Outsourced Accounting Services Team. If you are someone who keeps client service in the heart of what you do, and you're confident with the below duties, then you may be the ideal candidate for this role!
The main part of this role is to assist with external client work in the Outsourced Accounting Services team namely VAT returns, management accounts, payment runs and forecasting.

• Assist in the preparation of management accounts for clients from their records as delegated.
• Post sales, purchases, bank and journal entries, prepare and reconcile control accounts to produce required reports for management account purposes.
• Assist in the preparation of VAT returns and highlight any unusual items ready for review.
• Reviewing bookkeeping and VAT jobs carried out by other employees.
• Communicating with clients to answer queries and finalise jobs.
• Assist in training clients on accounting software.

ANY SPECIFIC TRAINING/QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Has strong experience within the field - ideally within practice
• Is proficient with cloud-based book-keeping software such as Xero, Sage and QuickBooks
• Is familiar with HMRC MTD for VAT requirements
• Can work independently and without supervision.
• Must have Full UK Right to Work
• IT Literate (being able to work to a strong standard with Microsoft Packages)

INTERVIEW & START DATES: ASAP

Manager - Capital Markets and Accounting Advisory

Ideas People Trust

We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world.

We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them.

We'll broaden your horizons

Our Advisory team provide a wide variety of services that deliver value-led advice and outcomes. They have an in-depth knowledge of business, industry sectors and markets and understand the constantly changing risks and opportunities at the heart of our clients' affairs. The team work across strategy, operations and improvement as well as at a transactional and defined project level. From technology to risk advisory, they're experts in following through on top-level instructions and resolving the finer details - all in one straight-forward package. When you join them, you'll work on some of the world's most exciting financial operations and business deals, building your experience and expertise alongside the brightest minds in the industry.

We'll help you succeed

The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by companies and their stakeholders.

You'll be someone who is comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with Senior Managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners. You'll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value.

You'll be someone with:

• CPA/ACA/ACCA/ICAS qualified or overseas equivalent
• Excellent working knowledge of US GAAP, IFRS and UK GAAP and Financial Reporting requirements.
• Providing assurance services to clients undertaking debt and equity capital raising strategies.
• Managing and developing staff (not only audit teams), i.e. coordinating staff projects, mentoring, counselling, appraising, recruiting etc.

You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand.

At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development.

We're in it together

Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs.

Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work.

We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO.

We're looking forward to the future

At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy.

Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions.

We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

Would you like to  have an impact and join a business where you can make the difference?  

Do you enjoy working as part of an enthusiastic, passionate, and collaborative team?  

Location:  This role will be based from our Marlow office and is a hybrid role with 3 days per week in office and 2 days working from home. 

Join our Financial Reporting Team 

The Financial Reporting and Control team are growing in response to the demands of a fast-growing business and an increasingly demanding control and governance environment.  Led by the Group Financial Reporting Manager who reports into the Head of Group Financial Reporting, the team sit alongside and work closely with the transactional finance teams (credit control and accounts payable) and other areas of business operations.  The team are ultimately responsible for the timely and accurate reporting of Company numbers both internally and externally.  This role provides an opportunity to work in the heart of a fast-evolving and dynamic business, reporting accurate numbers and driving control change.

Success. The Softcat Way.  

It's an exciting time to be at Softcat, one of the UK's most successful technology solutions businesses. We help customers to use technology to succeed, by putting our employees first. We've reached the £1 billion+ pa revenue milestone, opened our first office outside the UK and picked up a series of industry awards. We've got even bigger plans for the future. So, if you share our drive and ambition, get ready to achieve more from your career.

Drive impactful finance projects and lead change

The successful candidate will be a key player in the Financial Reporting and Control team as well as the wider finance function of a thriving FTSE-250 Company. Driving the accuracy and timeliness of corporate reporting, internally and externally, this individual will live in the heart of the business. The team is growing quickly to adapt as the business grows and adds complexity and this is an exciting opportunity for someone wanting to get involved across all areas of the business and implement changes which ultimately improve reporting quality.  In this role there will be exposure to most areas of reporting and work closely with various business operation functions.

As a Financial Reporting Lead (Cloud & Projects) you'll be responsible for:  

• Owning the delivery and evolution of accounting and reporting for areas such as revenue recognition (incl. a focus on complex cloud and consumption-based recognition), consolidation, FX, intercompany.
• Assisting in providing timely and accurate: management accounts, variance analysis, Balance sheet assurance, financial statements and Key controls directly and via members of the team.
• Leading and delivering ad hoc & project-based initiatives, as well as assisting the Group Finance Manager and Head of Group Reporting in tracking and reporting on Financial Reporting team projects.
• Identifying & delivering continuous improvement in new and existing accounting and reporting related processes, including defining scope, goals and deliverables.

We'd love you to have 

• Over two years' post-qualification experience in industry, with a recognised accounting qualification.
• Strong technical accounting and analytical skills, with the ability to clearly explain complex topics.
• Confidence working with large datasets and advanced Excel skills.
• Familiarity with finance systems like Oracle NetSuite would be advantageous.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to engage senior stakeholders and motivate others.
• Proven experience driving finance improvement and change or transformation projects with a proactive, professional approach.

We also acknowledge that the confidence gap and imposter syndrome are a real thing and can get in the way of us meeting fantastic talent, so please don't hesitate to apply – we would love to hear from you!

Work in a way that works for you    

We recognise that everyone is different and that the way in which people want to work and deliver at their best is different for everyone too. In this role, we can offer the following flexible working patterns:   

• Hybrid working – 3 days per week in the office and 2  days working from home   
• Working flexible hours - flexing the times you start and finish during the day   
• Flexibility around school pick up and drop offs  

Working with us   

Wherever you work, we want you to experience the freedom and autonomy to realise your potential. You will feel supported by a team that celebrates individuality, encourages different perspectives, and embraces every background.   

Join us    

To become part of the success story, please apply now.

If you have a disability or neurodiversity, we can provide support or adjustments that you may need throughout our recruitment process or any mitigating circumstance you wish for us to consider. Any information you share on your application will be treated in confidence.  You can find out more about life at Softcat and our commitments to diversity and inclusion at jobs.softcat.com/jobs/our-culture/ 

Here at Softcat, we don't prohibit the use of AI (artificial intelligence) in our application process, as we understand how far it can go to creating a truly equitable candidate experience. That being said, as a culture-driven organisation, we believe that the genuine essence of each person is what truly matters, so we highly encourage you to be as authentically you as possible when submitting your application to showcase your true and whole self.

Would you like to  have an impact and join a business where you can make the difference?  

Do you enjoy working as part of an enthusiastic, passionate, and collaborative team?  

Location:  This role will be based from our Marlow office and is a hybrid role with 3 days per week in office and 2 days working from home. 

Join our Financial Reporting Team 

The Financial Reporting and Control team are growing in response to the demands of a fast-growing business and an increasingly demanding control and governance environment.  Led by the Group Financial Reporting Manager who reports into the Head of Group Financial Reporting, the team sit alongside and work closely with the transactional finance teams (credit control and accounts payable) and other areas of business operations.  The team are ultimately responsible for the timely and accurate reporting of Company numbers both internally and externally.  This role provides an opportunity to work in the heart of a fast-evolving and dynamic business, reporting accurate numbers and driving control change.

Success. The Softcat Way.  

It's an exciting time to be at Softcat, one of the UK's most successful technology solutions businesses. We help customers to use technology to succeed, by putting our employees first. We've reached the £1 billion+ pa revenue milestone, opened our first office outside the UK and picked up a series of industry awards. We've got even bigger plans for the future. So, if you share our drive and ambition, get ready to achieve more from your career.

Drive impactful finance projects and lead change

The successful candidate will be a key player in the Financial Reporting and Control team as well as the wider finance function of a thriving FTSE-250 Company. Driving the accuracy and timeliness of corporate reporting, internally and externally, this individual will live in the heart of the business. The team is growing quickly to adapt as the business grows and adds complexity and this is an exciting opportunity for someone wanting to get involved across all areas of the business and implement changes which ultimately improve reporting quality.  In this role there will be exposure to most areas of reporting and work closely with various business operation functions.

As a Financial Reporting Lead (Cloud & Projects) you'll be responsible for:  

• Owning the delivery and evolution of accounting and reporting for areas such as revenue recognition (incl. a focus on complex cloud and consumption-based recognition), consolidation, FX, intercompany.
• Assisting in providing timely and accurate: management accounts, variance analysis, Balance sheet assurance, financial statements and Key controls directly and via members of the team.
• Leading and delivering ad hoc & project-based initiatives, as well as assisting the Group Finance Manager and Head of Group Reporting in tracking and reporting on Financial Reporting team projects.
• Identifying & delivering continuous improvement in new and existing accounting and reporting related processes, including defining scope, goals and deliverables.

We'd love you to have 

• Over two years' post-qualification experience in industry, with a recognised accounting qualification.
• Strong technical accounting and analytical skills, with the ability to clearly explain complex topics.
• Confidence working with large datasets and advanced Excel skills.
• Familiarity with finance systems like Oracle NetSuite would be advantageous.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to engage senior stakeholders and motivate others.
• Proven experience driving finance improvement and change or transformation projects with a proactive, professional approach.

We also acknowledge that the confidence gap and imposter syndrome are a real thing and can get in the way of us meeting fantastic talent, so please don't hesitate to apply – we would love to hear from you!

Work in a way that works for you    

We recognise that everyone is different and that the way in which people want to work and deliver at their best is different for everyone too. In this role, we can offer the following flexible working patterns:   

• Hybrid working – 3 days per week in the office and 2  days working from home   
• Working flexible hours - flexing the times you start and finish during the day   
• Flexibility around school pick up and drop offs  

Working with us   

Wherever you work, we want you to experience the freedom and autonomy to realise your potential. You will feel supported by a team that celebrates individuality, encourages different perspectives, and embraces every background.   

Join us    

To become part of the success story, please apply now.

If you have a disability or neurodiversity, we can provide support or adjustments that you may need throughout our recruitment process or any mitigating circumstance you wish for us to consider. Any information you share on your application will be treated in confidence.  You can find out more about life at Softcat and our commitments to diversity and inclusion at jobs.softcat.com/jobs/our-culture/ 

Here at Softcat, we don't prohibit the use of AI (artificial intelligence) in our application process, as we understand how far it can go to creating a truly equitable candidate experience. That being said, as a culture-driven organisation, we believe that the genuine essence of each person is what truly matters, so we highly encourage you to be as authentically you as possible when submitting your application to showcase your true and whole self.

We are working on a fantastic opportunity to join a highly regarded listed organisation on a permanent basis. The successful applicant will join this organisation at an exciting time as with growth in recent years they are now expanding the Finance team to ensure this continues for many years to come.

This role will be instrumental in implementing its objectives and in turn shaping the future of this innovative and expanding business. Working closely with the team the focus of the role is on technical accounting for the group. You will give key support to the business teams and Group Finance in ensuring they have current technical accounting knowledge to aid decision making while providing advice, influence and challenge on the decisions that drive the group's strategic vision.

This role will suit a high calibre individual with experience in a similar role or someone looking to move into industry from a large practice with the ambition and determination to help drive the long-term growth of this leading organisation. The individual will flourish in a working environment which provides the ideal setting to develop personally and professionally.

Key responsibilities of the Financial Reporting Manager job will include:

• Working closely with your team and the Group Financial Controller to ensure that the monthly consolidation of the Group consolidated results and forecasts are produced to a high standard and in a timely manner
• Providing technical training and updates to the wider finance community
• Giving technical advice on accounting queries arising from finance teams across the businesses
• Production of certain elements of the group accounts, including liaising with the auditors to close out any potential audit issues in a timely fashion
• Ensuring all technical accounting matters are fully researched, clearly and comprehensively documented and (where applicable) agreed with the auditors
• Assist the wider Group Finance team in delivering analysis required for the production of the Group's Annual Report and Accounts

The ideal Financial Reporting Manager will possess the following attributes/skills:

• Degree Calibre
• ACA Qualified
• Sufficient years working knowledge of IFRS and group accounting/reporting
• Excellent analytical and excel skills
• Possess excellent interpersonal skills and an aptitude for building relationships across all levels of an organisation and challenge business managers beyond finance on their assumptions.

If you are interested in the role of Financial Reporting Manager please do not hesitate to apply today.

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Financial Reporting Manager

Location : Kidlington (2 days onsite pw)

Salary : 70,000 + V. Competitive Benefits

Type : Permanent

Hays Recruitment is seeking a technically strong and proactive Financial Reporting Manager to lead UK financial reporting and support group reporting requirements in a high-growth, fast-paced environment. This is a hands-on opportunity to shape and build financial reporting infrastructure from the ground up. You'll take full ownership of statutory reporting, drive improvements in financial controls, and collaborate across teams to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead UK statutory reporting under FRS 102 and manage the year-end audit process.
• Own monthly consolidated financials and quarterly reporting packs under US GAAP, supporting SEC disclosure requirements.
• Design and oversee SOX controls, including documentation, testing, and remediation.
• Act as the primary contact for external auditors and technical accounting queries.
• Provide guidance on revenue recognition, lease accounting, intercompany transactions, and policy implementation.
• Partner with finance, operations, manufacturing, and talent teams to ensure consistency and compliance across reporting.

What We're Looking For

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Experience preparing statutory financial statements and managing audits in deadline-driven environments.
• Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP and US GAAP.
• Proven ability to establish and improve financial controls and reporting frameworks.
• Confident user of Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Comfortable working in a high-growth, fast-moving setting with cross-functional collaboration.

If you're ready to take ownership of a critical reporting function and thrive in a dynamic environment, apply today or speak to your Hays consultant for more details.

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A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Financial Reporting Manager to join a fast-growing Technology business based in Maidenhead. This role offers significant exposure to CFO and senior stakeholders across the business.

Responsibilities:

Financial Reporting:

• Own the delivery of technical accounting and reporting for revenue recognition, consolidation and intercompany.
• Assist in providing timely and accurate management accounts
• Being a key contact for the auditors.
• Lead and deliver ad hoc & project-based initiatives, as well as assisting the Group Finance Manager and Head of Group Reporting in tracking and reporting on Financial Reporting team projects.
• Identify & deliver continuous improvement in new and existing accounting and reporting related processes, including defining scope, goals and deliverables.
• Identify, develop and transition new processes to support monthly and annual Financial Reporting (Accounting, Control and Reporting) related processes to support both internal and external financial reporting needs.
• Provide appropriate support to stakeholders / projects across the company with the design and implementation of new/change initiatives.

Requirements:

• Qualified with 2 - 5 years PQE in industry.
• Strong technical accounting & analytical skills with the ability to document and communicate complex topics.
• Strong IT / finance systems aptitude - Familiarity with Oracle NetSuite would be beneficial.
• Confident dealing with large datasets and strong MS excel skills.
• Demonstrable experience in driving finance improvement and change projects.
• Confident and proactive, professional, approach.
• A drive to succeed and progress.
• Proven ability to problem solve.

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The role of Accountant - Financial & Reporting in the financial services industry involves preparing accurate financial statements, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and supporting financial reporting processes. This position is based in London and requires someone with a strong background in accounting practices and attention to detail.

Client Details

The employer is a reputable organisation in the financial services sector with a presence in London. They operate as part of a large organisation, offering structured processes and opportunities for professional growth within the accounting and finance department.

Description

• Prepare and review financial statements and reports to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Support the month-end and year-end financial close processes.
• Ensure compliance with applicable financial regulations and standards.
• Assist in preparing reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Analyse financial data and provide insights to support decision-making.
• Collaborate with other teams within the accounting & finance department.
• Monitor and reconcile financial accounts to maintain accuracy.
• Contribute to process improvements within the financial reporting function.

Profile

A successful Accountant - Financial & Reporting should have:

• A strong background in accounting and financial reporting within the financial services industry.
• Proficiency in financial regulations and reporting standards.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• A professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, or equivalent).
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary in the range of 54000 to 6000 per annum.
• Opportunity to work within the financial services industry in London.
• Exposure to financial reporting processes in a large organisation.
• Supportive and structured working environment in the accounting & finance department.
• Potential for professional growth and development.

If you are ready to take the next step in your career as an Accountant - Financial & Reporting, we encourage you to apply today.