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IPS Group Darwen, Lancashire
Sep 15, 2026
Full time
Salary: Up to £50,000 + Company Vehicle Location: Northern Ireland - Field Based/Remote Working Permanent Full Time An established and growing specialist within the property damage claims sector is looking to appoint an experienced Loss Assessor to join their Northern Ireland operation. The business provides a nationwide service to both commercial and residential policyholders, supporting customers throughout the insurance claims and property reinstatement process. This is a varied, field-based role where you will manage insurance claims from initial site visit through to final completion. You will survey properties affected by incidents including fire, flood, storm, subsidence, impact and escape of water, prepare detailed scopes of works and negotiate settlements with insurers and loss adjusters. Your Responsibilities You will act on behalf of policyholders, ensuring claims are appropriately assessed, negotiated and managed through to a successful reinstatement. Key responsibilities will include: Meeting policyholders and surveying properties following insured damage Assessing the condition and construction of buildings Preparing detailed scopes of works and specifications for reinstatement Negotiating claim settlements with insurers and loss adjusters Meeting insurer representatives on site to validate and negotiate claims Project managing contractors and subcontractors throughout reinstatement works Sourcing and managing quality subcontractors Purchasing required materials and equipment Ensuring projects are delivered on time and within agreed budgets Working in accordance with current Building Regulations and CDM requirements Maintaining appropriate health and safety standards Conducting completion and sign-off visits to ensure works meet the required standard Providing a high level of communication and support to policyholders throughout the claims process Your Experience The ideal candidate will have experience within property insurance, construction, building surveying or property reinstatement. You may come from a Loss Adjusting, Loss Assessing, Building Surveying, Property Claims or Fire & Flood Restoration background. Experience in the following areas would be advantageous: Property insurance claims Building surveying Property reinstatement Project management Contractor/subcontractor management Fire and flood restoration Drying techniques Leak detection Insurance claims negotiation You will also need: Strong technical knowledge of construction Excellent communication and negotiation skills Strong analytical and problem-solving ability Excellent attention to detail Good time management and organisational skills A sound understanding of health and safety and CDM A full UK driving licence Previous Loss Assessing experience is beneficial, but candidates with strong property claims, construction or reinstatement experience will also be considered. Benefits £40,000 - £50,000 basic salary Company vehicle 28 days' annual leave including Bank Holidays Company pension Private medical insurance Profit-sharing scheme Hybrid / home-based working Company events Full training and development An initial shorttraining programme will be provided at the company's UK Head Office before you move into the Northern Ireland-based position. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced property professional looking to develop their career within a specialist insurance claims environment, with the autonomy to manage claims from initial assessment through to completion.
IPS Group Leeds, Yorkshire
Sep 15, 2026
Full time
Regional Underwriting Manager- Technical Lead Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds or Glasgow Salary: Up to £115,000 + Car allowance + Excellent Benefits IPS Group is working closely with one of the best names in the insurance market to support them with the recruitment of their Regional Underwriting Manager. This is a key position which holds the 2nd highest underwriting authority 2nd only to their Chief Underwriting Officer.This is one of the most influential underwriting positions in the UK regional market. As Regional Underwriting Manager, you'll be the highest technical underwriting authority across the region outside of the central technical function. Acting as the key link between branch underwriting leadership and the wider business, you'll play a pivotal role in helping regional teams win, retain and grow major client relationships while driving technical excellence and underwriting performance. This is far more than a referral role. You'll be the person senior underwriting leaders turn to when they need solutions for complex risks, challenging placements and strategic opportunities. Combining technical expertise with strong commercial judgement, you'll help branches trade confidently, support growth ambitions and ensure underwriting standards remain industry-leading. For ambitious underwriting professionals, this represents a genuine stepping stone towards future Chief Underwriting Officer, Technical Director and executive underwriting leadership positions. You'll work closely with Branch Underwriting Managers, regional leadership teams, brokers and major clients, providing guidance on some of the most complex and highest-profile opportunities in the portfolio. With authority levels stretching into the hundreds of millions, you'll influence strategic underwriting decisions across large and complex commercial risks while helping shape underwriting philosophy, capability and culture across the region. Success in this role requires someone who can balance technical excellence with commercial pragmatism. You'll need to be visible in the market, comfortable engaging with senior brokers and customers, and capable of finding solutions that enable growth whilst maintaining underwriting discipline. Key Responsibilities Act as the senior regional authority for complex underwriting referrals and technical decision-making. Support Branch Underwriting Managers in structuring solutions for challenging and high-value risks. Drive underwriting standards, governance and technical excellence across the region. Lead the development, coaching and technical capability of underwriting teams. Influence regional underwriting strategy and ensure alignment with wider business objectives. Support major tenders, strategic deals and complex client opportunities. Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers, clients and key market stakeholders. Analyse performance data and identify opportunities to improve underwriting effectiveness and reduce referral dependency. Champion profitable growth while balancing risk appetite, customer outcomes and commercial performance. We're interested in speaking with accomplished commercial underwriting leaders who combine exceptional technical capability with strong market presence and commercial acumen. You'll bring: Extensive commercial underwriting experience gained within the UK insurance market. Strong Property and Casualty underwriting expertise across large and complex risks. Exposure to handling or influencing risks with values in the hundreds of millions. Experience supporting programme placements and complex casualty structures. A proven ability to make sound technical decisions in high-value and high-profile situations. Experience coaching, mentoring and influencing senior underwriting professionals. Strong broker and client relationship management skills. The credibility and confidence to operate as a senior technical leader within a matrix organisation. ACII qualification or equivalent professional standing. This is an opportunity to sit at the very highest level of regional underwriting leadership, influencing major trading decisions, developing technical talent and helping shape the future direction of the business. You'll enjoy significant visibility across the organisation, working alongside senior regional leaders and playing a key role in securing and retaining some of the most important commercial accounts in the portfolio. If you're a technically exceptional underwriter who enjoys solving complex problems, developing people and helping teams win in competitive markets, we'd love to hear from you.
IPS Group
Sep 15, 2026
Full time
Regional Underwriting Manager- Technical Lead Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds or Glasgow Salary: Up to £115,000 + Car allowance + Excellent Benefits IPS Group is working closely with one of the best names in the insurance market to support them with the recruitment of their Regional Underwriting Manager. This is a key position which holds the 2nd highest underwriting authority 2nd only to their Chief Underwriting Officer.This is one of the most influential underwriting positions in the UK regional market. As Regional Underwriting Manager, you'll be the highest technical underwriting authority across the region outside of the central technical function. Acting as the key link between branch underwriting leadership and the wider business, you'll play a pivotal role in helping regional teams win, retain and grow major client relationships while driving technical excellence and underwriting performance. This is far more than a referral role. You'll be the person senior underwriting leaders turn to when they need solutions for complex risks, challenging placements and strategic opportunities. Combining technical expertise with strong commercial judgement, you'll help branches trade confidently, support growth ambitions and ensure underwriting standards remain industry-leading. For ambitious underwriting professionals, this represents a genuine stepping stone towards future Chief Underwriting Officer, Technical Director and executive underwriting leadership positions. You'll work closely with Branch Underwriting Managers, regional leadership teams, brokers and major clients, providing guidance on some of the most complex and highest-profile opportunities in the portfolio. With authority levels stretching into the hundreds of millions, you'll influence strategic underwriting decisions across large and complex commercial risks while helping shape underwriting philosophy, capability and culture across the region. Success in this role requires someone who can balance technical excellence with commercial pragmatism. You'll need to be visible in the market, comfortable engaging with senior brokers and customers, and capable of finding solutions that enable growth whilst maintaining underwriting discipline. Key Responsibilities Act as the senior regional authority for complex underwriting referrals and technical decision-making. Support Branch Underwriting Managers in structuring solutions for challenging and high-value risks. Drive underwriting standards, governance and technical excellence across the region. Lead the development, coaching and technical capability of underwriting teams. Influence regional underwriting strategy and ensure alignment with wider business objectives. Support major tenders, strategic deals and complex client opportunities. Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers, clients and key market stakeholders. Analyse performance data and identify opportunities to improve underwriting effectiveness and reduce referral dependency. Champion profitable growth while balancing risk appetite, customer outcomes and commercial performance. We're interested in speaking with accomplished commercial underwriting leaders who combine exceptional technical capability with strong market presence and commercial acumen. You'll bring: Extensive commercial underwriting experience gained within the UK insurance market. Strong Property and Casualty underwriting expertise across large and complex risks. Exposure to handling or influencing risks with values in the hundreds of millions. Experience supporting programme placements and complex casualty structures. A proven ability to make sound technical decisions in high-value and high-profile situations. Experience coaching, mentoring and influencing senior underwriting professionals. Strong broker and client relationship management skills. The credibility and confidence to operate as a senior technical leader within a matrix organisation. ACII qualification or equivalent professional standing. This is an opportunity to sit at the very highest level of regional underwriting leadership, influencing major trading decisions, developing technical talent and helping shape the future direction of the business. You'll enjoy significant visibility across the organisation, working alongside senior regional leaders and playing a key role in securing and retaining some of the most important commercial accounts in the portfolio. If you're a technically exceptional underwriter who enjoys solving complex problems, developing people and helping teams win in competitive markets, we'd love to hear from you.
IPS Group
Sep 15, 2026
Full time
Regional Underwriting Manager- Technical Lead Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds or Glasgow Salary: Up to £115,000 + Car allowance + Excellent Benefits IPS Group is working closely with one of the best names in the insurance market to support them with the recruitment of their Regional Underwriting Manager. This is a key position which holds the 2nd highest underwriting authority 2nd only to their Chief Underwriting Officer.This is one of the most influential underwriting positions in the UK regional market. As Regional Underwriting Manager, you'll be the highest technical underwriting authority across the region outside of the central technical function. Acting as the key link between branch underwriting leadership and the wider business, you'll play a pivotal role in helping regional teams win, retain and grow major client relationships while driving technical excellence and underwriting performance. This is far more than a referral role. You'll be the person senior underwriting leaders turn to when they need solutions for complex risks, challenging placements and strategic opportunities. Combining technical expertise with strong commercial judgement, you'll help branches trade confidently, support growth ambitions and ensure underwriting standards remain industry-leading. For ambitious underwriting professionals, this represents a genuine stepping stone towards future Chief Underwriting Officer, Technical Director and executive underwriting leadership positions. You'll work closely with Branch Underwriting Managers, regional leadership teams, brokers and major clients, providing guidance on some of the most complex and highest-profile opportunities in the portfolio. With authority levels stretching into the hundreds of millions, you'll influence strategic underwriting decisions across large and complex commercial risks while helping shape underwriting philosophy, capability and culture across the region. Success in this role requires someone who can balance technical excellence with commercial pragmatism. You'll need to be visible in the market, comfortable engaging with senior brokers and customers, and capable of finding solutions that enable growth whilst maintaining underwriting discipline. Key Responsibilities Act as the senior regional authority for complex underwriting referrals and technical decision-making. Support Branch Underwriting Managers in structuring solutions for challenging and high-value risks. Drive underwriting standards, governance and technical excellence across the region. Lead the development, coaching and technical capability of underwriting teams. Influence regional underwriting strategy and ensure alignment with wider business objectives. Support major tenders, strategic deals and complex client opportunities. Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers, clients and key market stakeholders. Analyse performance data and identify opportunities to improve underwriting effectiveness and reduce referral dependency. Champion profitable growth while balancing risk appetite, customer outcomes and commercial performance. We're interested in speaking with accomplished commercial underwriting leaders who combine exceptional technical capability with strong market presence and commercial acumen. You'll bring: Extensive commercial underwriting experience gained within the UK insurance market. Strong Property and Casualty underwriting expertise across large and complex risks. Exposure to handling or influencing risks with values in the hundreds of millions. Experience supporting programme placements and complex casualty structures. A proven ability to make sound technical decisions in high-value and high-profile situations. Experience coaching, mentoring and influencing senior underwriting professionals. Strong broker and client relationship management skills. The credibility and confidence to operate as a senior technical leader within a matrix organisation. ACII qualification or equivalent professional standing. This is an opportunity to sit at the very highest level of regional underwriting leadership, influencing major trading decisions, developing technical talent and helping shape the future direction of the business. You'll enjoy significant visibility across the organisation, working alongside senior regional leaders and playing a key role in securing and retaining some of the most important commercial accounts in the portfolio. If you're a technically exceptional underwriter who enjoys solving complex problems, developing people and helping teams win in competitive markets, we'd love to hear from you.
IPS Group Glasgow, Lanarkshire
Sep 15, 2026
Full time
IPS Group are partnering exclusively with one of the most well known names in the insurance industry to help them grow and develop their underwriting function across their regional office network. We are looking for Underwriters with experience of either property, casualty or commercial motor in a role which will offer exposure to all products. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing commercial underwriting team where you'll gain exposure to a genuinely diverse portfolio of risks across Property & Casualty, Motor Trade and Motor Fleet. Unlike many underwriting roles that focus on one class of business, this position offers the chance to develop your technical knowledge across multiple commercial lines while working on new business, renewals and mid-term adjustments within a supportive and highly collaborative environment. You will focus on premiums up to £35,000. Working closely with brokers and key stakeholders, you'll assess, negotiate and underwrite a wide range of commercial risks, balancing strong underwriting discipline with excellent customer outcomes. You'll be empowered to make informed decisions, build lasting relationships and contribute to profitable growth, while receiving ongoing technical training and clear career development opportunities. We are keen to speak with underwriters from all commercial insurance backgrounds, including Property & Casualty, Commercial Combined, Motor Trade, Motor Fleet, Liability, Package, SME or Mid-Market business. If you have experience handling commercial risks within a regulated insurance environment and are looking for a role that will expand your expertise across multiple product classes, we'd love to hear from you. This is a hybrid opportunity with just two days per week in the office and three days working from home, offering flexibility while maintaining strong team collaboration. Whether you're looking to expand your technical capabilities or take the next step in your underwriting career, this role provides an excellent platform for long-term development and progression.
IPS Group Bristol, Somerset
Sep 15, 2026
Full time
IPS Group are partnering exclusively with one of the most well known names in the insurance industry to help them grow and develop their underwriting function across their regional office network. We are looking for Underwriters with experience of either property, casualty or commercial motor in a role which will offer exposure to all products. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing commercial underwriting team where you'll gain exposure to a genuinely diverse portfolio of risks across Property & Casualty, Motor Trade and Motor Fleet. Unlike many underwriting roles that focus on one class of business, this position offers the chance to develop your technical knowledge across multiple commercial lines while working on new business, renewals and mid-term adjustments within a supportive and highly collaborative environment. You will focus on premiums up to £35,000. Working closely with brokers and key stakeholders, you'll assess, negotiate and underwrite a wide range of commercial risks, balancing strong underwriting discipline with excellent customer outcomes. You'll be empowered to make informed decisions, build lasting relationships and contribute to profitable growth, while receiving ongoing technical training and clear career development opportunities. We are keen to speak with underwriters from all commercial insurance backgrounds, including Property & Casualty, Commercial Combined, Motor Trade, Motor Fleet, Liability, Package, SME or Mid-Market business. If you have experience handling commercial risks within a regulated insurance environment and are looking for a role that will expand your expertise across multiple product classes, we'd love to hear from you. This is a hybrid opportunity with just two days per week in the office and three days working from home, offering flexibility while maintaining strong team collaboration. Whether you're looking to expand your technical capabilities or take the next step in your underwriting career, this role provides an excellent platform for long-term development and progression.
IPS Group Leeds, Yorkshire
Sep 14, 2026
Full time
Senior Project Manager Leeds, Hybrid Working Salary Circa £70,000 + Bonus & Benefits IPS Group are working with a Global Insurance Company looking to appoint a Senior Project Manager into its established Change function. This is a senior-level opportunity for an experienced Project Manager who can lead complex business change initiatives across the organisation whilst working closely with senior stakeholders, including Executive and Board-level individuals. The role will involve taking ownership of projects from inception through to delivery, managing governance, steering committees, budgets, third-party suppliers and key stakeholder relationships throughout. The project portfolio is broad, with exposure across underwriting, claims, product development, automation and wider operational change initiatives. You'll typically be managing 4-5 projects at any one time, ranging from short-term improvements through to larger strategic programmes. The team also supports a number of different business units, including insurance, legal and tax, providing varied exposure across the wider group. We're keen to speak with individuals who have significant project management experience gained within insurance or wider financial services, alongside strong stakeholder management skills and a proven track record of delivering complex change projects. The position is based in Leeds with a hybrid working arrangement of 3 days in the office and occasional travel to other UK locations. For further information, please apply or get in touch directly. /
IPS Group Manchester, Lancashire
Sep 14, 2026
Full time
Commercial Claims Handler - Casualty Salary up to £35,000 DOE + Bonus & Benefits IPS Group is working with a well-regarded insurer that is looking to strengthen its Casualty team with the appointment of a Commercial Liability Claims Handler in Manchester. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience handling personal injury claims who is looking to develop their career within a supportive and growing team environment. You'll be responsible for managing a caseload of EL and PL personal injury claims from initial notification through to settlement, investigating liability, liaising with key stakeholders and ensuring claims are handled efficiently and in line with company procedures. There will also be the opportunity to gain exposure to more complex and higher-value claims as your experience develops. We're keen to speak with individuals who have previous personal injury claims handling experience, whether from an insurer, broker, legal practice or third-party administrator. Experience within Motor, Employers' Liability or Public Liability claims would all be of interest. In return, you'll receive a salary of up to £35,000 DOE, bonus potential and a competitive benefits package. The business also offers support towards professional qualifications and operates a hybrid working model, with the opportunity to work from home up to two days per week once established in the role. For more information, please apply or get in touch directly: /
IPS Group
Sep 12, 2026
Full time
Regional Underwriting Manager- Technical Lead Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds or Glasgow Salary: Up to £115,000 + Car allowance + Excellent Benefits IPS Group is working closely with one of the best names in the insurance market to support them with the recruitment of their Regional Underwriting Manager click apply for full job details
IPS Group
Sep 12, 2026
Full time
Associate - Property Disputes 2+ PQE Manchester Leading International Law Firm Hybrid Working Are you a Property Litigation Lawyer looking to join a nationally recognised real estate disputes practice? This is an outstanding opportunity to become part of a highly regarded team within a leading international law firm, working on complex and high-profile property disputes for a diverse client base across the public and private sectors. The Opportunity Joining a market-leading Real Estate Disputes team, you will work alongside experienced specialists advising developers, investors, landlords, insurers and commercial occupiers on a broad range of contentious property matters. The team has built a strong reputation for delivering commercially focused advice and works closely with colleagues across real estate, construction, projects and wider litigation practices. Collaboration is at the heart of the team's success, offering excellent opportunities for professional development and exposure to high-quality work. The Role You will advise on a varied caseload of property disputes, including: Commercial landlord and tenant disputes, including Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 matters Break notices, alienation issues and dilapidations claims Development-related disputes and strategic development advice Rights to light disputes for developers and insurers Property contract disputes Property-related insolvency matters Easements, rights of way and restrictive covenant disputes Adverse possession claims Residential landlord and tenant matters where required You will also play an active role supporting in client relationship management, business development and supporting the continued growth of the firm's North West presence. About You To be considered, you will ideally have: 2+ years' PQE in Property Litigation or Real Estate Disputes Experience gained within a reputable regional, national or international law firm Excellent communication and client management skills Commercial awareness and a pragmatic approach to problem solving The ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines A collaborative and proactive approach to team working A genuine enthusiasm for business development and networking What's on Offer? High-quality and varied property disputes work Exposure to nationally significant clients and projects Supportive and collaborative team culture Clear career development framework and progression opportunities Competitive salary and benefits package Annual bonus scheme Private medical insurance Pension scheme Additional wellbeing benefits, including discounted gym memberships, health assessments and lifestyle perks Apply Now This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Property Litigation Associate seeking high-quality work, strong career progression and the chance to join one of the UK's leading real estate disputes teams in Manchester.
IPS Group
Sep 12, 2026
Full time
A specialist Lloyds Syndicate requires an analytically minded individual to join their Reinsurance team. You work closely with the Ceded Reinsurance Purchasing Manager to design, purchase and manage the organisations reinsurance programmes. You will be tasked with supporting the buying and negotiation decisions through providing analysis of reinsurance options and their impact click apply for full job details
IPS Group Brighouse, Yorkshire
Sep 11, 2026
Full time
Role with a firm of Chartered Accountants offering a mix of year end accounting work along with the opportunity to have a full involvement in the preparation of tax returns. We are looking for an accountant with current or recent accountancy practice experience. This role is open to qualified by experience , AAT or qualified accountants click apply for full job details
IPS Group Harrogate, Yorkshire
Sep 11, 2026
Full time
An opportunity has become available for an Assistant Accountant to join a growing finance team on an immediate start basis. This would suit someone with a good grounding in purchase ledger or transactional finance who is looking for a broader role and the opportunity to develop their month-end accounting experience. Working across multiple group companies, you'll take responsibility for key purcha click apply for full job details
IPS Group
Sep 10, 2026
Full time
Regional Underwriting Manager- Technical Lead Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds or Glasgow Salary: Up to £115,000 + Car allowance + Excellent Benefits IPS Group is working closely with one of the best names in the insurance market to support them with the recruitment of their Regional Underwriting Manager click apply for full job details
IPS Group Sheffield, Yorkshire
Sep 10, 2026
Full time
This is a newly created senior position offering responsibility for the performance and development of an established office. It provides a good route for an experienced Practice Manager or Senior Manager looking for greater leadership responsibility within a growing accountancy group. Continued investment and expansion has created an opportunity for an experienced accountant to take responsibilit click apply for full job details
IPS Group Brighouse, Yorkshire
Sep 09, 2026
Full time
Our client in Brighouse is looking to recruit an experienced Accounts Payable & Sales Ledger professional to join its finance team. This is a hands-on role covering both purchase and sales ledger, with the opportunity to broaden your experience by picking up a range of ad-hoc finance duties and supporting the wider finance function. The Role Manage supplier accounts, processing invoices and credit notes. Process purchase invoices including PO matching, nominal coding, multiple currencies and VAT rates. Set up new supplier accounts and reconcile supplier statements. Prepare weekly/monthly supplier payment runs for authorisation. Investigate and resolve supplier account discrepancies. Process employee expenses and credit card reconciliations. Maintain the sales ledger and set up new customer accounts. Produce customer statements and credit limit reports. Assess customer creditworthiness and manage credit limits in line with company policy. Liaise with customers, credit insurers and internal teams to ensure payments are received on time. Pick up ad-hoc general finance administration. Assist with the annual audit and provide support to colleagues across the finance function. We are looking for someone with good Accounts Payable and Sales Ledger experience, who is organised, accurate and confident dealing with suppliers, customers and internal stakeholders. If you are interested in this Accounts Payable & Sales Ledger opportunity or would like any further information, please do not hesitate to contact Richard Warwick at IPS Finance. IPS Finance has 45 years experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market. We have built our business on long term relationships with both individuals and clients in all sectors, bringing real benefits to all concerned. Please visit the IPS Finance website to view the latest accountancy / finance and practice opportunities.
IPS Group Wakefield, Yorkshire
Sep 09, 2026
Full time
Our client is an established manufacturing business supplying products into the home improvement and construction market. The company has a strong presence in its sector and offers a stable working environment with an established finance team. An opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Management Accountant to join the finance team. This is a varied role combining management accounting with transactional finance. You will support the monthly accounts process and balance sheet control while also getting involved in the everyday transactional work of the department. The role would suit someone who is AAT qualified and looking to broaden their experience, with study support available towards ACCA or CIMA. Responsibilities Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and investigate outstanding items Assist with the preparation of monthly management accounts Prepare journals, accruals and prepayments Support purchase ledger and sales ledger processing Assist with bank reconciliations and payment processing Maintain accurate general ledger records Support credit control and supplier account reconciliations where required Assist with fixed asset accounting Provide support with budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis Work across transactional finance and management accounting as required Candidate Profile AAT qualified as a minimum Previous experience in a varied accounts or finance role Experience of transactional finance alongside exposure to management accounts Good understanding of balance sheet and bank reconciliations Experience of journals, accruals and prepayments Comfortable using Excel and accounting systems Looking to develop broader management accounting experience ACCA or CIMA studier or someone looking to start further study would be well suited Package and Working Pattern This is a permanent position based in the Wakefield area within an established finance team. Study support towards ACCA or CIMA is available for someone looking to continue their professional qualifications. A start at short notice can be accommodated, making this a good option for someone who is immediately available or able to move quickly. Progression and Key Selling Points The role offers a good balance between transactional accounting and management accounts rather than being focused purely on the monthly reporting cycle. It should provide a useful next step for someone who has developed a solid grounding in finance and now wants to take on more responsibility. There is scope to develop further management accounting experience over time with ACCA or CIMA study support available to help progress towards qualification. IPS Finance has 45 years' experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market. We have built our business on long term relationships with both individuals and clients in all sectors, bringing real benefits to all concerned. Please visit our website to view the latest accountancy / finance and practice opportunities.
IPS Group Brighouse, Yorkshire
Sep 09, 2026
Full time
Role with a firm of Chartered Accountants offering a mix of year end accounting work along with the opportunity to have a full involvement in the preparation of tax returns. We are looking for an accountant with current or recent accountancy practice experience. This role is open to qualified by experience , AAT or qualified accountants. Some of the key duties include; Preparation of statutory year end accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies. Personal and corporate tax returns. Liaising with clients regarding accounts, tax returns and other issues. Review of junior staff work. Management accounts. Using Iris, Xero, Quick Books, Sage.
IPS Group
Sep 08, 2026
Full time
Want a founding seat in the group finance team of an acquisitive, multi-site group? Read on. Direct exposure to the people who own and run the business. Real exposure to acquisitions. You'll fulfil the Financial Controller role while acting as a commercial sounding board to senior leadership, with a clear path to develop into an FD click apply for full job details
IPS Group Leeds, Yorkshire
Sep 07, 2026
Full time
This is a standalone, hands-on accounts position with responsibility for the day-to-day finance function through to management accounts. It would suit someone who enjoys being close to the detail and is comfortable processing transactions themselves rather than overseeing a larger finance team. The role reports directly to the senior leadership team and works closely with colleagues across the wider business. The business has a long trading history, a stable customer base and operates within a busy commercial environment with a high level of day to day transactions. Key responsibilities Manage the sales and purchase ledgers, including invoice processing, payments, credit notes and reconciliations. Complete bookkeeping and maintain accurate accounting records using Sage 50. Manage credit control, customer accounts, credit limits and debtor collections. Process supplier payments and reconcile supplier accounts, bank accounts and petty cash. Prepare monthly profit and loss and balance sheet reporting. Complete VAT returns and support payroll, pensions and associated HMRC requirements. Manage overseas supplier payments, foreign currency transactions and foreign exchange requirements. Monitor cash flow, margins, costs and other key financial information for the Directors. Maintain appropriate financial controls and identify opportunities to improve accounting processes and reduce errors. Support stock, purchasing and wider commercial administration where this overlaps with the finance function. Candidate profile Recent hands-on experience managing transactional accounts and bookkeeping within an SME environment. Strong working knowledge of Sage 50 Accounts and confidence using the system independently. Comfortable processing purchase and sales invoices, payments and bank reconciliations as part of the day-to-day role. Experience producing accounts through to management accounts level. Confident managing credit control and dealing directly with customers and suppliers. Experience of VAT, payroll and ideally foreign currency or international supplier payments. Well organised and able to prioritise competing deadlines across transactional finance, payments, VAT, payroll and month-end. Comfortable working autonomously in a busy, practical environment where some accounting processes remain manual. Package and working pattern Salary of £40,000 to £50,000 depending on experience. This is a West Leeds based position and will suit someone looking for a predominantly office-based role where they can take ownership of the accounts function and work closely with the people running the business. IPS Finance has 45 years' experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market. We have built our business on long term relationships with both individuals and clients in all sectors, bringing real benefits to all concerned. Please visit our website to view the latest accountancy / finance and practice opportunities.