Charity Accountant – Liverpool – £45k

To manage and oversee the financial operations of the charity, ensuring accurate reporting, regulatory compliance, and effective stewardship of funds in line with charity law and organisational objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Reporting

• Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports for senior leadership and trustees.
• Produce annual statutory accounts in compliance with relevant accounting standards (e.g., SORP).
• Manage budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Monitor cash flow and financial performance against budgets.
• Maintain accurate financial records and ledgers.

Compliance & Governance

• Ensure compliance with charity regulations and financial legislation (e.g., reporting to relevant regulators such as the Charity Commission for England and Wales if applicable).
• Prepare and submit VAT returns where required.
• Support the annual audit process and liaise with external auditors.
• Ensure compliance with funder requirements and restricted fund reporting.

Fund Accounting

• Monitor and report on restricted and unrestricted funds.
• Prepare financial reports for grant funders and stakeholders.
• Ensure proper allocation of income and expenditure across projects.

Person Specification

Essential Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of charity accounting standards and SORP.
• Experience preparing statutory accounts.

Essential Experience

• Experience working within a charity or not-for-profit organisation.

Accounts Senior – Chester – £30-35k

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Accounts Senior to join a well-established and highly regarded accountancy practice based in Chester.

This is an excellent opportunity for an AAT qualified (or qualified by experience) accountant with strong practice experience who is looking to join a supportive and forward-thinking firm with a strong focus on cloud accounting.

The Role

Working closely with Managers and Partners, you will support a varied portfolio of clients, primarily limited companies operating across a wide range of sectors.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparation of statutory financial statements and year-end accounts
• Production of management accounts
• VAT returns and bookkeeping
• Cash flow forecasting and other financial reporting
• Supporting managers with complex accounts work and client-related projects
• Occasional involvement in audit assignments
• Promoting and supporting cloud accounting solutions, particularly Xero
• Assisting clients with digital accounting processes in line with Making Tax Digital

The Candidate

• Is AAT qualified or qualified by experience within practice
• Has substantial experience preparing statutory and management accounts
• Has strong VAT and bookkeeping experience
• Has experience using Xero (essential)
• Has experience with Sage and/or QuickBooks

Client Accountant – Ashton Under Lyne – £35k

Our growing Practise client are looking to recruit a Client Accountant to manage a portfolio of clients and provide high-quality accounting and tax services.

The Role

You will be responsible for:

• Preparing annual accounts for limited companies, sole traders, and partnerships
• Completing personal and corporation tax returns
• Managing VAT returns and bookkeeping reviews
• Liaising directly with clients and providing financial advice
• Ensuring compliance with HMRC and Companies House requirements

About You

• Qualified by experience
• Strong knowledge of UK accounting and tax regulations
• Experience managing your own client portfolio
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Proficient in accounting software (e.g., Xero, QuickBooks, Sage)

Tax Manager – Accountancy Practice (Our Client) Chester – £55-70k

Our client, a respected and fast‑growing accountancy practice, is seeking an experienced Tax Manager to join their expanding team. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven tax professional who thrives in a client‑focused environment and wants to take ownership of a varied and rewarding portfolio.

The Role

• Manage a diverse portfolio of personal and corporate tax clients
• Review complex tax computations and returns prepared by the team
• Deliver clear, commercially focused tax advice across multiple sectors
• Lead on tax planning and advisory projects
• Support partners with client meetings and business development
• Mentor and develop junior members of the tax team

What We’re Looking For

• Strong technical tax expertise gained within an accountancy practice
• Proven experience managing client relationships with professionalism and confidence
• Ability to interpret legislation and communicate advice clearly
• A proactive, solutions‑driven approach
• CTA/ACA/ACCA qualified (or equivalent experience)

Senior Bookkeeper – Ashton- Under -Lyne – £33k

Our client is  looking for an experienced Senior Bookkeeper to join their fast-growing Accounting Practice in Greater Manchester. Based at our Manchester Head Office, the role is office-based and is conveniently located within walking distance of Metrolink, train, and bus links.

The Role

• Support the management and development of a team, including trainees
• Plan and manage client compliance work
• Prepare accounts, VAT returns, and related submissions
• Manage workflows, deadlines, and work allocation
• Liaise with HMRC and other external bodies
• Handle client queries and attend client meetings
• Report to Senior Managers and contribute to team meetings

About You

• AAT qualified or ACCA part-qualified
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in an accounting practice (essential)
• Strong experience in bookkeeping, VAT, payroll, and accounts preparation
• Confident managing multiple clients and deadlines
• Experience supervising or mentoring team members

Systems & Skills

• Sage, Xero, QuickBooks, DEXT, Sage Cloud Accounting
• Strong IT skills (Excel, Word, Email)
• Excellent communication skills and confidence with clients

Sales Administrator – Tendering Focus – Worsley – up to £35k

Our client is  looking for a highly organised and detail oriented Sales Administrator to support their sales team, with a strong focus on tender and bid management.

This is a key role ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant tender submissions while providing wider administrative support to the sales function.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, coordinate, and submit tender and bid documentation to tight deadlines
• Review tender requirements and ensure all responses are accurate and compliant
• Maintain tender libraries, templates, and supporting documentation
• Liaise with internal teams (sales, finance, operations) to gather required information
• Manage sales documentation, contracts, and client records
• Track tender opportunities and maintain CRM systems
• Provide general sales administration support as required

About You

• Previous experience in a sales administration or tendering role
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
• Confident working to deadlines and managing multiple tenders simultaneously
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Experience with CRM systems is desirable
• Knowledge of tender portals and procurement processes is an advantage

Credit Controller – Macclesfield – £28-30k – 18 month contract

• Managing the sub-contract construction ledger specialised paperwork, payment allocations and retention payment periods
• • Record, post and allocate daily customer receipts received by bank transfer, bank card and cheque
  • Manage customer receipt queries and remittance processing
  • Weekly reconciliation of receipts received and posted
  • Liaise with Customer Services to report and manage proforma invoice payments
  • New account application processing (including credit reference review and credit insurance applications) and new account creation
  • Maintenance of existing accounts
  • Manage team email inboxes correspondence, responding to or forwarding emails where applicable
  • Month end reporting duties
  • Provide holiday and other absence cover and general back up and support, for example, at busy times, for other colleagues within the Accounts Department

Head of Finance – Liverpool – £54-55k

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all financial management and reporting for the business
• Prepare budgets, forecasts, and cashflow projections
• Produce monthly management accounts and reports for senior leadership
• Oversee statutory accounts, audits, and regulatory compliance
• Provide financial insight to support decision-making and strategic planning
• Manage relationships with auditors, banks, and external advisors
• Line manage
• About You
• QBE or Qualified accountant
• Strong experience in financial management
• Able to communicate financial information clearly to non-financial
• Organised, analytical, and detail-focused, with a practical approach
• Comfortable working in a small organisation where flexibility and collaboration are essential

Finance Manager – Liverpool – £53-55k (Hybrid)

The Role – Finance Manager

Our client is seeking an experienced and proactive Finance Manager to oversee the financial management and reporting in a not for profit organisation. Working closely with the Senior Leadership Team and Trustees, you will play a key role in ensuring strong financial controls, compliance, and strategic financial planning.

About You

You will be a qualified , qualified by experience or part-qualified accountant (e.g. ACCA, CIMA, ACA) . Strong Management Accounts experience is essential . The role offers some hybrid working , 2 days at home, 3 in the office

Audit Senior – Liverpool – £38-45k

Our client is  seeking an experienced Audit Senior to join their growing audit and assurance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional to take ownership of audit assignments, support junior staff, and work closely with managers and partners across a varied client portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver audit assignments from planning through to completion
• Prepare and review statutory accounts in line with UK GAAP/IFRS
• Supervise, mentor, and review the work of audit juniors
• Act as a key point of contact for clients during audits
• Identify and communicate audit findings and recommendations
• Ensure compliance with internal procedures and professional standards

Requirements

• ACA / ACCA qualified or finalist
• Minimum [2–3] years’ experience in external audit within practice
• Strong technical accounting and audit knowledge
• Experience leading audits and supervising junior staff
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills
• Proficient in audit software and Microsoft Office

What Our client Offers

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Hybrid and flexible working options
• Clear progression to Audit Manager
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Ongoing training and professional development

Audit Manager – Liverpool – £48-55k

Our client is looking for an experienced Audit Manager to join their expanding audit and assurance team. This role offers the opportunity to manage a diverse portfolio of clients, lead audit teams, and work closely with partners to deliver high-quality audit services.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of audit clients across a range of sectors
• Plan, lead, and review audit assignments from start to finish
• Manage audit budgets, deadlines, and resourcing
• Lead, coach, and develop Audit Seniors and junior staff
• Act as the main point of contact for clients, building strong relationships
• Review statutory accounts and ensure compliance with UK GAAP / IFRS
• Identify business risks and provide value-adding recommendations
• Support partners with business development and proposal work

Requirements

• ACA / ACCA qualified
• Significant experience in external audit within practice
• Proven experience managing audit assignments and teams
• Strong technical accounting and audit knowledge
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills
• Commercial mindset with strong organisational skills

What Our Clients Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Clear progression opportunities (Senior Manager / Director)
• Supportive, collaborative culture
• Ongoing training and professional development

Interim Finance Manager – Lancashire –  9 month contract – £65-75k per Annum

We are looking for an experienced Interim Finance Manager to support the finance function through a critical period, with primary responsibility for the month-end close and analysis of revenue and margin.

This is a hands-on role requiring someone who can quickly get up to speed, bring structure to the close process, and deliver clear, insightful financial analysis to senior stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and deliver the month-end close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Lead detailed revenue and margin analysis, including variance analysis
• Provide clear financial commentary and insight to support decision-making
• Work closely with commercial and operational teams to understand performance drivers
• Support forecasting and budgeting where required
• Improve processes, controls, and reporting during the interim period
• Act as a key point of contact within finance during the assignment

About You

• Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) or equivalent
• Strong background in month-end close within a commercial environment
• Proven experience analysing revenue and margins
• Comfortable operating in fast-paced or changing environments
• Strong Excel and financial systems experience
• Able to hit the ground running with minimal handover

Start

• Immediate or short notice preferred

Financial Controller – Lancashire – 9 Month Contract – £75- 90k Per Annum

Role overview:
The Financial Controller will support the Head of Finance in delivering accurate and timely financial reporting, overseeing the month-end close process, supporting audit activities, and playing a key role in finance integration initiatives. This role requires strong technical accounting knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to operate in a fast-paced environment.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead and support the month-end close process, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting
• Prepare and review management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations, and supporting schedules
• Assist the Head of Finance with statutory reporting and year-end audit processes, acting as a key point of contact for auditors
• Support finance integration activities, including system, process, and reporting alignment following acquisitions or organisational change
• Maintain and improve financial controls, processes, and documentation
• Partner with stakeholders across the business to ensure accurate financial data and effective communication
• Support ad-hoc analysis and projects as required by the Head of Finance

Candidate profile:

• Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent)
• Strong experience in month-end close and financial reporting
• Audit experience and familiarity with statutory accounts preparation
• Experience supporting finance integrations or complex environments preferred
• Strong Excel and financial systems skills
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to work independently

Head of Finance – Liverpool’s Royal Court Theatre, Liverpool –  £60,000 – £70,000 per annum

Hours: Full time (37.5 hours per week)

Liverpool’s Royal Court (LRC) is seeking an experienced and strategic Head of Finance to join its Executive Leadership Team at an exciting time for the organisation.

Reporting to the Chief Executive, this role provides financial and operational leadership across the four companies that make up LRC. Working closely with the Executive team, Heads of Department and the Board of Trustees, you will ensure robust financial management, strong governance and effective systems that support the organisation’s artistic and commercial ambitions.

You will lead on financial strategy, budgeting, forecasting and reporting, oversee cash flow and statutory compliance, and provide clear, timely insight to support decision-making. The role also has oversight of HR, risk, insurance and organisational policies, as well as contributing to business planning for growth and capital projects.

We are looking for a senior finance professional with strong leadership skills, excellent financial and analytical capability, and experience of operating at executive level in a complex organisation. Experience in the arts, charity or not-for-profit sector would be an advantage, but is not essential.

The Person We’re Looking For

We’re looking for a confident, proactive senior finance leader who thrives in a fast-paced, creative environment and enjoys working as part of an Executive team.

You will be strategic, highly analytical and detail-focused, while maintaining a clear view of the bigger picture. You’ll be comfortable leading and influencing diverse teams, managing multiple priorities, and working to tight deadlines with professionalism, discretion and a sense of humour.

Skills & Experience

• Senior financial and management experience in a small to medium-sized organisation
• Strong knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management and financial reporting (including consolidation)
• Proven experience of improving processes and systems
• Excellent leadership, communication and problem-solving skills
• Comfortable operating in a dynamic, pressurised environment

Desirable:

• Experience or strong interest in the arts, cultural or entertainment sector
• Understanding of hospitality or customer-facing operations

What we offer

• Salary of £60,000 – £70,000 per annum
• 33 days annual leave including bank holidays
• Complimentary tickets to shows
• Discounts on food and drink in the café and Courtyard Bar & Kitchen
• Flexible maternity, paternity and adoption policies

This role is based at Liverpool’s Royal Court Theatre. Some evening working will be required to fully engage with the organisation’s operations.

If you are a strategic, values-driven finance leader and want to play a key role in one of Liverpool’s most important cultural organisations, we would love to hear from you.

Payroll Officer – Liverpool (Allerton) Maternity cover  – £30k

Our client is a growing chartered accountants on the outskirts of Liverpool city centre. They are looking for a Payroll officer on a contract basis to cover Maternity Leave

Experience of Sage 50 bureau payroll, CIS would also be helpful but not essential.

Dealing with clients over the telephone and emails and essential knowledge of all aspects of payroll/furlough/pensions and employment law required.

All Weekly/fortnightly/lunar and monthly payrolls processed.

Deal Originator – Manchester – £35-40k

As a Deal Originator you will be responsible for identifying, engaging, and qualifying potential acquisition targets and investors.

You’ll work closely with senior members of the Corporate Finance team

to generate new deal opportunities and manage the early stages of the transaction process.

Mergers and Acquisitions Associate – Manchester – £45 – 50k

As an M&A Associate specialising in valuations, you’ll play a key role in analysing, valuing, and supporting

transactions across a wide range of industries.

You’ll work closely with the Head of Corporate Finance

to prepare financial models, valuation reports, and deal documentation that inform strategic decisions and client advice.

Finance Supervisor – Prescot, Liverpool – £35-38k

The Finance Supervisor will act as the operational lead for the finance team, overseeing AP, AR and Credit Control activity while providing hands on support where needed. The role is the key link between the Finance Manager and the transactional finance team.

Accounts Payable Assistant  ( Fluent French Required) Widnes – £29- 31k

The Accounts Payable Assistant will be responsible for managing the end-to-end accounts payable process, including verifying, coding, and processing high volumes of invoices, reconciling supplier statements, and ensuring compliance with company policies.

Health & Safety Compliance Manager –  Walkden – £50k

Our client is  seeking a highly proactive and technically skilled Health & Safety Compliance Manager to lead and promote a strong safety culture across their  site. The successful candidate will ensure full compliance with UK Health & Safety legislation, company policies, and industry best practices

This role is critical to ensuring that operational activities are carried out safely and responsibly. You will act as a key technical specialist, conduct thorough investigations, oversee statutory compliance, mentor teams, and drive continuous improvement to maintain a safe and legally compliant working environment.

Key Responsibilities

Statutory Compliance, Systems & Documentation

Fire & Emergency Management

Incident Management & Investigation

Equipment & Training

Person Specification

Education & Qualifications

• NEBOSH National General Certificate or equivalent (Essential)
• Level 3 Fire Risk Assessment / Fire Safety Management Qualification (Essential)

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR – LONDON-  £75-80K Plus KPI based commission

Our client is seeking a dynamic, and well connected Business Development Director to help grow their client base.

The role is working for a Private Equity backed accountancy Practise based in London . Anyone with an accountancy background who has moved into more of a BD focussed role would be of interest to our client.

SENIOR CLIENT SERVICES MANAGER – MANCHESTER £65-80k

To  develop long-term relationships with a varied portfolio of clients, ensuring their accounting and business advisory needs are met to the highest standards. You will engage with a wide range of clients. Working within a rapidly growing environment, you will be expected to manage client portfolios effectively while contributing to the growth of the business..

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing client relationships, which will include regular touch points with your clients, both online and in-person
• Explore development opportunities with existing relationships to increase portfolio sizes
• Managing finances of portfolio, including driving monthly billing targets, monitoring and improving recoveries, debt recovery and forecasting
• Reviewing VAT returns, personal tax returns and partnership returns, limited company and sole trader accounts
• Assisting in the management of the office and developing junior members of staff and proactively look to develop a culture on continuous improvement and best practice
• Identifying training and development needs and ensuring these are facilitated

Requirements:

• A qualified accountant who is proactive, with a passion for client engagement.

FINANCE SUPERVISOR – LIVERPOOL-  £32-33k

The Finance Supervisor will act as the operational lead for the finance team, overseeing AP, AR and Credit Control activity while providing hands on support where needed. The role is the key link between the Finance Manager and the transactional finance team, helping to maintain accuracy, efficiency and continuous improvement across day-to-day operations.

This position will also support the Finance Manager with more complex queries, higher level reporting and some responsibility for key balance sheet reconciliations, helping to free up time for more strategic work.

• Strong experience in AP, AR and general accounting operations, ideally within an SME.
• Proven ability to lead or support a transactional finance team.
• Good understanding of balance sheet reconciliations and the month-end process.
• High level of attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
• Comfortable being hands-on while retaining oversight of the wider function.
• Confident communicator who can work effectively with both finance and non-finance teams.
• Experience with SAP is essential.

This is a full -time role

hours 8:30-5 Monday- Thursday and 08:30-2:30 on Fridays.

Accountant – (Practice) – Warrington – £35-40k

AAT qualified or ACCA part qualified

2 years plus experience working in an accounting practice (essential)

The client will also consider condensed hours for this role

Corporate Finance Executive – Manchester – £50- 55K

The ideal candidate will be a qualified ACA or ACCA accountant with some CF exposure

There is potential to progress rapidly within this practice firm.

Senior Bookkeeper – Greater Manchester – £30 – 31K

Experience in following areas is essential:

Managing multiple VAT preparations and submissions, Bookkeeping Understanding of payroll, accounts preparation

AAT qualified- or Qualified by Experience

Business Development Manager – Greater Manchester –  £45K plus car,  plus commission

Our client is seeking a dynamic, and well connected Business Development Manager

The client is a chartered accountancy practice so experience in the professional service sector would be beneficial

Tax Manager – Greater Manchester – £65 – 75K

Our client is seeking a Tax Manager to help support their growing client base.

Professional qualifications (CTA, ACA, ACCA, or equivalent) required

Tax Senior – Greater Manchester – £42- 45K

You will be responsible for a portfolio of clients

There is potential to progress rapidly in this practice

Accounts Assistant – Walkden –  £28-30K

A highly confident self-motivated individual with strong interpersonal skills.

Professional and tenacious.

Passionate for results, eagerness to take responsibility and manage stakeholders’ expectations