- We are partnering with a multinational technology company in their search for a Financial Accountant. This is a 12 month temporary role offering mostly remote working (you would be in the office once a month), looking to pay up to £350 per day for the right candidate.As the Financial Accountant, you will be supporting the Finance Manager with audit activities following the company's recent acquisition of another entity. You will also be responsible for finWe are partnering with a multinational technology company in their search for a Financial Accountant. This is a 12 month temporary role offering mostly remote working (you would be in the office once a month), looking to pay up to £350 per day for the right candidate.As the Financial Accountant, you will be supporting the Finance Manager with audit activities following the company's recent acquisition of another entity. You will also be responsible for fin
- We are partnering with a multinational software company in their search for a CIS Accountant Specialist. This is a 24 month temporary role based in Central London offering hybrid working (2 days per week in the office) looking to pay between £220 to £250 per day. The rate is negotiable and can be increased to £400 per day for the right candidate.As the Accountant Specialist, you will provide support to sales partners and share your accounting expertise. YoWe are partnering with a multinational software company in their search for a CIS Accountant Specialist. This is a 24 month temporary role based in Central London offering hybrid working (2 days per week in the office) looking to pay between £220 to £250 per day. The rate is negotiable and can be increased to £400 per day for the right candidate.As the Accountant Specialist, you will provide support to sales partners and share your accounting expertise. Yo
- We are partnering with a multinational software company in their search for a Professional Services Accountant. This is a 24 month temporary role based in Central London offering hybrid working (2 days per week in the office) and looking to pay between £220 to £250 per day. The rate is negotiable and can be increased to £400 per day for the right candidate. As a Professional Services Accountant, you will provide support to sales partners, and share your acWe are partnering with a multinational software company in their search for a Professional Services Accountant. This is a 24 month temporary role based in Central London offering hybrid working (2 days per week in the office) and looking to pay between £220 to £250 per day. The rate is negotiable and can be increased to £400 per day for the right candidate. As a Professional Services Accountant, you will provide support to sales partners, and share your ac
- We are partnering exclusively with one of the big 4 in their search for a Local Government Accounting Specialist. This is a fully remote, part time (2 to 4 days a week depending on workload) ongoing role with no set duration, looking to pay up to £1,000 per day outside IR35 for the right candidate.The ideal candidate will have started in external audit and will now be an independent consultant. You will be responsible for technical and capital accounting,We are partnering exclusively with one of the big 4 in their search for a Local Government Accounting Specialist. This is a fully remote, part time (2 to 4 days a week depending on workload) ongoing role with no set duration, looking to pay up to £1,000 per day outside IR35 for the right candidate.The ideal candidate will have started in external audit and will now be an independent consultant. You will be responsible for technical and capital accounting,
- We are partnering exclusively with a large multinational petroleum business in their search for a Spanish speaking Financial Accountant. This is an ongoing temporary role with a view to eventually go permanent. There is hybrid working on offer (2 days in the office) and the role is looking to pay between £20 to £30 per hour.As the Finance Assistant, you will be responsible for reviewing invoices, preforming accounting entries, general ledgers and reconciliWe are partnering exclusively with a large multinational petroleum business in their search for a Spanish speaking Financial Accountant. This is an ongoing temporary role with a view to eventually go permanent. There is hybrid working on offer (2 days in the office) and the role is looking to pay between £20 to £30 per hour.As the Finance Assistant, you will be responsible for reviewing invoices, preforming accounting entries, general ledgers and reconcili
- We are partnering exclusively with one of the big 4 in their search for a Corporate Tax Manager. This is a fully remote, 6 month contract role looking to pay up to £800 per day umbrella for the right candidate.You will operate as a tax specialist supporting clients with their corporate audits, lead advisory and audit portfolios and manage junior team members.The successful candidate will have:Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ATT, CTA or equivalent)ExperienWe are partnering exclusively with one of the big 4 in their search for a Corporate Tax Manager. This is a fully remote, 6 month contract role looking to pay up to £800 per day umbrella for the right candidate.You will operate as a tax specialist supporting clients with their corporate audits, lead advisory and audit portfolios and manage junior team members.The successful candidate will have:Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ATT, CTA or equivalent)Experien
- We are partnering with a multinational software company in their search for a Payroll & Accounting Specialist. This is a 24 month temporary role based in Central London offering hybrid working (2 days per week in the office) and looking to pay between £220 to £250 per day. The rate is negotiable and can be increased to £400 per day for the right candidate.As a Payroll & Accounting Specialist, your focus will be to support Accounting partners by applying yoWe are partnering with a multinational software company in their search for a Payroll & Accounting Specialist. This is a 24 month temporary role based in Central London offering hybrid working (2 days per week in the office) and looking to pay between £220 to £250 per day. The rate is negotiable and can be increased to £400 per day for the right candidate.As a Payroll & Accounting Specialist, your focus will be to support Accounting partners by applying yo
- One of our Accountancy clients are currently hiring for an Audit Senior based Tralee, Kerry. This is a full-time, hybrid role offering between €45,000 to €55,000 per year depending on experience.Key Responsibilities:Support the growth and development of the Audit practice by contributing innovative ideas and strategies.Plan, lead, and execute audits, ensuring engagements are completed within agreed timelines and service levelsManage a diverse portfolio ofOne of our Accountancy clients are currently hiring for an Audit Senior based Tralee, Kerry. This is a full-time, hybrid role offering between €45,000 to €55,000 per year depending on experience.Key Responsibilities:Support the growth and development of the Audit practice by contributing innovative ideas and strategies.Plan, lead, and execute audits, ensuring engagements are completed within agreed timelines and service levelsManage a diverse portfolio of
- The role will be based in the Sheffield office twice a week, candidates must be based nearby. Cost ReportingProduce & distribute monthly and ad hoc MI on operational costs & FTE; consolidated and by team, actual v budget with commentary, update forecasts, highlight and explain significant variancesProduce monthly MI on headcount and salary costs; consolidated and by team, actual v budget with commentary, update forecasts, highlight variancesAttend monthlyThe role will be based in the Sheffield office twice a week, candidates must be based nearby. Cost ReportingProduce & distribute monthly and ad hoc MI on operational costs & FTE; consolidated and by team, actual v budget with commentary, update forecasts, highlight and explain significant variancesProduce monthly MI on headcount and salary costs; consolidated and by team, actual v budget with commentary, update forecasts, highlight variancesAttend monthly
- One of our large Accountancy based clients are currently hiring for an Audit Senior based in Dublin. This is a hybrid position in which you will lead the delivery of cross sector audit assignments and maintain client relationships.Key Responsibilities:Prepare high-quality financial statements and audit reports, incorporating practical recommendations to address identified risks and control weaknesses, supported by clear, evidence-based rationale.MaintainOne of our large Accountancy based clients are currently hiring for an Audit Senior based in Dublin. This is a hybrid position in which you will lead the delivery of cross sector audit assignments and maintain client relationships.Key Responsibilities:Prepare high-quality financial statements and audit reports, incorporating practical recommendations to address identified risks and control weaknesses, supported by clear, evidence-based rationale.Maintain
- What will you do?Lead the execution of a wide range of audit assignments across various sectors.Ensure proper planning for all audits, briefing staff in advance on the specific risks associated with each assignment.Prepare high-quality financial statements and audit reports, providing actionable recommendations to address identified risk issues and control weaknesses, with clear supporting justifications.Manage multiple audits simultaneously, ensuring optiWhat will you do?Lead the execution of a wide range of audit assignments across various sectors.Ensure proper planning for all audits, briefing staff in advance on the specific risks associated with each assignment.Prepare high-quality financial statements and audit reports, providing actionable recommendations to address identified risk issues and control weaknesses, with clear supporting justifications.Manage multiple audits simultaneously, ensuring opti
- Finance Assistant£33000 - £35000Perm - Luton An immediate opportunity has arisen for an experienced Finance Assistant to join a well established trading company in Luton. The successful individual will support the finance team particularly the Finance Manager with management accounting tasks alongside supporting the junior finance team.Key responsibilities of the Finance Assistant job will include: Offering financial support to the Finance Manager and tranFinance Assistant£33000 - £35000Perm - Luton An immediate opportunity has arisen for an experienced Finance Assistant to join a well established trading company in Luton. The successful individual will support the finance team particularly the Finance Manager with management accounting tasks alongside supporting the junior finance team.Key responsibilities of the Finance Assistant job will include: Offering financial support to the Finance Manager and tran
- POST : Finance Customer Care Representative REPORTING TO : Finance Customer Care Manager OBJECTIVES : To offer the highest standards of Customer service to all clients. Hours of employment are 37.5 hours per week (9-5:30 Mon to Fri) : 25 days holidays per annum + Bank Holidays + Birthday Leave Location - West Croydon OVERVIEW Working within the Finance Customer Care team, you will respond to customer communications via phone, post and email in relatiPOST : Finance Customer Care Representative REPORTING TO : Finance Customer Care Manager OBJECTIVES : To offer the highest standards of Customer service to all clients. Hours of employment are 37.5 hours per week (9-5:30 Mon to Fri) : 25 days holidays per annum + Bank Holidays + Birthday Leave Location - West Croydon OVERVIEW Working within the Finance Customer Care team, you will respond to customer communications via phone, post and email in relati
- Key Responsibilities: The design and implementation of excel templates for quarterly Head Office reporting, including UAT. The templates should demonstrate a high level of control and be Sox compliant (maximizing opportunities for automation). Optimize existing EUC working files on the back of data fixes, utlising macros where possible.Liaise with Head Office on new reporting requirements, establishing what and how they should be reported under JGAAP and UKey Responsibilities: The design and implementation of excel templates for quarterly Head Office reporting, including UAT. The templates should demonstrate a high level of control and be Sox compliant (maximizing opportunities for automation). Optimize existing EUC working files on the back of data fixes, utlising macros where possible.Liaise with Head Office on new reporting requirements, establishing what and how they should be reported under JGAAP and U
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accountant jobs overview
On this page, you will find a list of our current accountant jobs and an overview of the typical responsibilities and expectations of an accountant. You can compare and filter relevant accountant positions based on specialism, location and salary to find your ideal job match.
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accountant jobs contract types
Accountant jobs are available in multiple contract types. These include:
- accountant jobs – contract: in a contract accountant job, you work for the same company within a stipulated time frame. It’s a great way to determine if you enjoy working in the role or for the employer.
- accountant jobs – permanent: in a permanent position, you work for the same employer indefinitely. The position offers great job security and a steady income.
- accountant jobs – part-time: in a part-time role, you work specific days to cover for other employees. The flexibility allows you to handle other commitments.
- accountant jobs – full-time: in a full-time position, you work for specific hours on your work days. This job is perfect if you need a regular schedule.
- accountant jobs – temporary: you work for a stipulated duration in a temporary position without being tied to a long-term commitment. It's a good opportunity to expand your skills and gain experience.
If you prefer working remotely or in a hybrid set-up, remote accountant positions are available. These positions allow you to enjoy added flexibility and work from home.
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about accountant jobs
Accountant jobs involve keeping and interpreting financial records. The role requires exceptional mathematical and analytical skills to perform various finance-related tasks for individual clients or large organisations. Aside from analysing financial data, you use your business acumen to guide the organisation on cost-reduction measures and forecasting the performance of investments.
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how much does an accountant make in the UK?
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how do I apply for a job as an accountant?
If you are interested in becoming an accountant, a university degree or an apprenticeship is a great place to begin. For information on the qualifications and relevant education needed for the role, see the 'education and qualifications' section of our accountant job profile.
Working as an accountant in the UK requires professional qualifications. You can gain certification with the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) or the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICEAW). The ICAEW qualifications consist of 15 exam modules and 450 days of experience before qualifying as a professional accountant.
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