Accountable Recruitment

Accountable Recruitment are delighted to be partnering with a well-established and highly regarded organisation who are seeking to appoint an experienced Interim Senior Financial Accountant to join the team on an initial 6 month fixed-term contract. Based in Liverpool city centre, you will work a hybrid model with 2-3 days per week in the office click apply for full job details

Are you working in Corporate Finance or Transaction Services and ready for a role where you can take genuine ownership of deals rather than simply owning one small piece of the process? A leading UK advisory firm is continuing to grow its Corporate Finance presence across the North-West and is looking to appoint at Manager or Associate Director level , with the flexibility to be based in either Manc click apply for full job details

Are you an experienced Audit Manager looking for a role where you can take genuine ownership of your portfolio, develop a team and still have clear progression ahead of you? A highly respected accountancy practice is looking to appoint an Audit Manager to its growing Preston team. You'll take responsibility for managing a varied portfolio of audit clients, working closely with senior leadership whil click apply for full job details

Are you working in Corporate Finance or Transaction Services and ready for a role where you can take genuine ownership of deals rather than simply owning one small piece of the process? A leading UK advisory firm is continuing to grow its Corporate Finance presence across the North-West and is looking to appoint at Manager or Associate Director level , with the flexibility to be based in either Manc click apply for full job details

Are you looking for a varied role that combines both audit and accounts, with genuine career progression and a supportive team around you? A well-established and highly respected North West accountancy practice is looking to recruit an Audit & Accounts Semi-Senior to join its growing Blackpool office, paying £24,000 - £38,000 DOE and qualifications click apply for full job details

Head of Group Accounting Liverpool - Hybrid Working £80,000 - £90,000 + car allowance + bonus Enhanced holidays Enhanced Pension An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and technically strong Financial Controller to join a large, fast-paced organisation in a senior leadership role click apply for full job details

Accountable Recruitment are delighted to be working with a market leading manufacturing company based near Chester to recruit a Finance Analyst. Reporting to the Head of FP&A and partnering with operational, commercial, technical and supply chain teams, your analytical expertise will help drive strategic decision making, performance optimisation and agile financial management click apply for full job details

Group Reporting Manager / Manchester (Hybrid) / Salary £70,000-£75,000 Accountable Recruitment have the pleasure of supporting our client with the recruitment of a Group Reporting Manager into their growing finance team. We're looking for an ambitious and technically strong Group Reporting Manager who will report directly into an impressive Group Financial Controller. This is a high-profile role with exposure across the Group and excellent progression opportunities within a fast-growing international business. The role will take ownership of the Group's financial reporting and consolidation processes, while supporting key strategic activities including acquisitions, tax reporting, and both internal and external stakeholder reporting. Key Responsibilities Lead the monthly, quarterly and annual group consolidation process. Prepare group financial reporting and analysis for senior leadership. Support the delivery of statutory accounts and external reporting requirements. Manage reporting requirements relating to acquisitions and business integration activities. Coordinate group tax reporting and compliance activities with internal and external advisors. Drive improvements in reporting processes, controls and governance. Manage and develop a small team. Key skills Qualified Accountant (ACA / ACCA) with an Audit background. Strong technical accounting and reporting experience. Experience of group consolidations and external reporting. Commercially minded, proactive and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. To discuss this role in more detail please contact Lauren Harrison at Accountable Recruitment on

Finance Manager (Commercial) / Manchester (Hybrid) / Salary circa £60,000 plus great benefits. Accountable Recruitment have the pleasure of supporting our client with the recruitment of a Finance Manager to join their growing team. We're looking for a commercially focused Finance Manager who will manage a small team and report into an impressive Group Financial Controller. This is a key role that sits at the heart of the UK business, providing financial insight, performance analysis and decision support to senior stakeholders. Leading a team of two, you'll take ownership of gross margin reporting and analysis, ensuring the business has clear visibility of performance drivers and opportunities. This role would suit a qualified accountant who combines strong financial rigour with excellent commercial acumen and is looking to develop their career within a growing organisation. Key Responsibilities Ownership of UK gross margin reporting, analysis and forecasting. Deliver insightful monthly reporting, identifying key trends, risks and opportunities. Produce meaningful commentaries and performance analysis for senior leadership. Partner with operational and commercial teams to drive business performance. Develop a deep understanding of the UK P&L and the factors influencing profitability. Support budgeting, forecasting and strategic planning processes. Drive continuous improvement in reporting, controls and financial analysis. Manage, coach and develop a team of two finance professionals. Key skills Qualified Accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA). Strong understanding of P&L reporting and financial performance drivers. Proven ability to translate financial data into clear, actionable business insight. Commercially minded with excellent analytical and stakeholder management skills. Experience producing high-quality management information and financial commentary. Proactive, driven and comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment. Previous management experience or a desire to develop leadership capability. To discuss this role in more detail please contact Lauren Harrison at Accountable Recruitment on

Financial Reporting Accountant Liverpool - Hybrid £50,000 - £55,000 + competitive benefits package Accountable Recruitment are working with a hugely successful business in Liverpool to recruit a talented Financial Accountant, who has recently qualified within a Big 4 / top 10 audit firm to join its finance team during an exciting stage of growth. This is an outstanding opportunity for a qualified ACA or ACCA candidate looking to make their first move from practice into industry. Reporting directly into the Financial Controller, you will gain broad exposure across all aspects of finance and play a key role in supporting the continued growth of the business. The position has been created following an internal promotion, demonstrating the company's commitment to developing talent from within. There is genuine potential for the role to progress further as the business continues to evolve. The Role As Financial Accountant, you will take ownership of the financial reporting cycle while acting as a key support to the wider finance function. Key responsibilities will include: Preparation of monthly management accounts Production of statutory financial statements Supporting the year-end audit process and liaising with external auditors Corporation tax, VAT and other regulatory compliance requirements Financial planning and analysis activities, including reporting and business performance review Balance sheet reconciliations and maintenance of strong financial controls Supporting budgeting and forecasting processes Identifying and implementing process improvements across the finance function Acting as a key point of contact for finance-related queries across the business Providing guidance and support to transactional finance team members when required Working closely with operational stakeholders across manufacturing, engineering, supply chain and commercial teams About You Fully qualified ACA or ACCA Up to date knowledge of FRS102 Strong technical accounting knowledge gained within an accountancy practice environment Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Proactive approach with a continuous improvement mindset Strong problem-solving ability with a practical approach Why Join? Opportunity to make a genuine impact within a growing organisation Clearly defined progression path Broad exposure across financial accounting, reporting, compliance and commercial analysis Supportive leadership team with a strong track record of internal promotion This is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified accountant seeking a first move into industry with a business that can offer genuine career progression, broad responsibility and exposure to an ambitious growth journey.

Head of Group Accounting Liverpool - Hybrid Working £80,000 - £90,000 + car allowance + bonus Enhanced holidays Enhanced Pension An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and technically strong Financial Controller to join a large, fast-paced organisation in a senior leadership role. We are seeking an audit-trained qualified accountant (ACA preferred, ACCA considered) who has successfully transitioned into industry and developed a strong background in financial reporting, controls and accounting leadership within a complex business environment. This is a key role responsible for leading accounting, financial reporting and control activities, ensuring the delivery of accurate, compliant and timely financial information while driving process improvements, standardisation and best practice across the finance function. Key Responsibilities Lead the accounting, financial reporting and financial controls function. Oversee month-end, year-end and statutory reporting processes. Manage external audit relationships and ensure successful audit delivery. Ensure compliance with FRS102 and relevant accounting standards. Maintain and enhance a robust financial control environment. Drive continuous improvement, automation and process efficiencies across finance. Partner with senior stakeholders across the business to support decision-making and governance. Lead, develop and mentor a high-performing finance team. About You Fully qualified accountant (ACA or ACCA). Audit-trained with experience gained in practice before moving into industry. Strong technical accounting knowledge, including FRS102. Experience within a large, complex and fast-paced organisation. Proven track record of managing and developing finance teams. Strong understanding of statutory reporting, financial controls and audit management. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on delivering operational excellence. What's on Offer Salary of £80,000 - £90,000 Hybrid working arrangement Liverpool-based role Opportunity to join a growing and dynamic business in a highly visible leadership position Strong career development opportunities and exposure to senior leadership For a confidential discussion or to apply, please get in touch asap

Accountable Recruitment are delighted to be partnering with a well-established and highly regarded organisation who are seeking to appoint an experienced Management Accountant to join the team on an initial 6 month fixed-term contract. Based in Liverpool city centre, you will work a hybrid model with 2-3 days per week in the office. This opportunity is ideal for a qualified accountant who enjoys delivering insightful reporting, financial analysis and business partnering support within a complex organisation. There is also potential for the role to become permanent following the initial contract period. Salary/Benefits: £45,000-£50,000 (pro rata) Hybrid working model (2-3 days office based) Opportunity to secure a permanent position following the initial contract Liverpool city centre location Immediate start available Job Duties: Lead the production and development of management reporting, financial analysis and KPI reporting across the business. Own the month-end management reporting process, including management accounts and executive reporting packs. Produce meaningful financial and non-financial insights to support strategic decision-making. Develop and enhance budgeting, forecasting and scenario planning models. Partner closely with finance colleagues and operational stakeholders to provide commentary and recommendations on business performance. Build financial models and business cases to support key commercial and strategic initiatives. Lead reporting and forecasting activities for UK and overseas subsidiary entities. Drive continual improvements to reporting processes, tools and financial controls. Support the annual budgeting process across multiple business units. Work collaboratively on finance systems development, reporting enhancements and process improvement projects. Ensure compliance with financial reporting standards, governance requirements and internal controls. Maintain strong stakeholder relationships across the organisation and provide financial support to non-finance managers. Who will I report in to? Head of Finance When will interviews be taking place? Interviews will be taking place immediately, with a preference for candidates who can start at short notice. Ideal Experience: Fully qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent). Previous experience within an FP&A, Financial Planning Analyst, Commercial Finance or Management Accounting role. Strong experience producing management information, financial analysis and KPI reporting. Advanced Excel skills with the ability to manipulate and analyse large volumes of data. Experience developing budgeting, forecasting and financial modelling processes. Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to communicate financial information to non-finance audiences. Experience improving reporting processes and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Sound understanding of financial systems and reporting tools. Knowledge of Power BI, SQL or data warehouse reporting would be advantageous. Highly analytical, commercially aware and proactive in identifying opportunities for improvement. Available to commence employment quickly.

Accountable Recruitment is partnering with a Warrington-based business to recruit a Finance Business Partner / FP&A Analyst. You will work with senior finance and operational leaders, translating numbers into commercial insight and supporting growth initiatives. The role offers hybrid working and a salary of £50,000-£55,000 plus benefits. Newly qualified CIMA/ACCA candidates with strong Excel and Power BI skills are encouraged to apply.

Finance Business Partner £40,000 - £50,000 Liverpool 12 Month FTC Accountable Recruitment are delighted to be partnering with a well-established and highly regarded Liverpool-based organisation who are looking to appoint a Finance Business Partner on a 12 month fixed term contract. Based in Liverpool, you will work a hybrid model with 3 days per week in the office. This is a genuinely business-facing finance role, working closely with a range of budget holders and senior stakeholders. You will take ownership of financial performance across your allocated areas, providing insight, challenge and support around budgets, forecasting, performance, risk and decision-making. Salary / benefits £40,000 - £50,000 12 month fixed term contract Hybrid working, 3 days per week in Liverpool Opportunity to join a complex, purpose-led organisation in a broad Finance Business Partnering role Job Duties Act as the key finance contact for a portfolio of stakeholders, building strong relationships across the organisation. Provide clear financial insight, advice and challenge to support commercial and operational decision-making. Take ownership of budgeting, forecasting and ongoing financial performance across your allocated areas. Produce and present meaningful management information, highlighting key risks, opportunities and variances. Work closely with budget holders to ensure effective management of significant and potentially complex budgets. Support the financial management of projects, including forecasting, reporting, reconciliations and financial claims. Develop financial and resource planning models to support effective use of available funding. Help non-finance stakeholders understand financial performance and translate complex financial information into clear, practical advice. Support business cases and provide financial analysis and recommendations. Promote strong financial controls and ensure relevant policies, processes and funding requirements are followed. Support external audit activity and wider finance projects where required. Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, reporting and ways of working. Who will I report in to? Head of Finance When will interviews be taking place? Interviews will be arranged as soon as possible. Ideal experience Qualified Accountant (ACCA / CIMA / ACA) or Qualified by Experience Previous experience within a Finance Business Partnering or commercially focused management accounting role. Strong experience of budgeting, forecasting and management reporting. Comfortable managing and monitoring significant budgets. Excellent stakeholder management skills with the confidence to challenge, influence and advise non-finance stakeholders. Strong Excel and wider systems skills. Experience working within a complex or project-led organisation would be advantageous. Experience within grant-funded, research, education, charity or similarly complex environments would be beneficial, but is not essential. A proactive approach with the ability to take ownership of your area and build credibility quickly. For more information or a confidential discussion, please get in touch.

External Reporting Accountant / Warrington (Hybrid) / Salary £55,000 - £60,000 + bonus At Accountable Recruitment, we're partnering with a major UK business undergoing significant growth and transformation as they look to appoint an ambitious External Reporting Accountant into their high-performing finance function. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong accountant who wants more than a traditional reporting role. You'll join a business with growing revenues, work alongside a talented team of finance professionals, and gain regular exposure to senior leadership as the organisation continues to evolve and expand. We're particularly keen to speak with driven individuals who are looking to accelerate their career within a large, complex environment where high standards, collaboration and progression are genuinely encouraged. The Opportunity As part of a growing external reporting team, you'll play a key role in delivering statutory and group reporting across a diverse portfolio of entities. You'll take ownership of complex accounting areas, support key business initiatives, and help shape reporting processes as the business continues its growth journey. This role offers a unique blend of technical accounting, group reporting, stakeholder engagement and business improvement, making it an ideal move for someone looking to broaden their experience and position themselves for future leadership opportunities. Key Responsibilities Take ownership of technical balance sheet areas across a portfolio of legal entities, including provisions, pensions, investments, impairments, financing and intercompany balances. Lead legal entity reviews, ensuring reconciliations, supporting documentation and accounting judgements are robust, accurate and audit-ready. Review journals, account mappings and balance sheet reconciliations, identifying risks and driving issues through to resolution. Partner closely with teams across Management Accounts, Tax, Treasury and wider Finance to ensure successful reporting outcomes. Prepare and review statutory accounts in accordance with IFRS and UK reporting standards. Manage external audit activities for your allocated entities, coordinating responses and maintaining ownership of deliverables. Support the preparation of technical accounting papers and key reporting judgements. Deliver accurate and timely submissions for half-year and year-end group reporting requirements. Contribute to consolidation processes and provide insightful analysis of financial movements and reporting trends. Support the integration of newly acquired businesses and ongoing organisational changes. Drive continuous improvement, helping to standardise reporting processes, strengthen controls and identify opportunities for automation. Act as a technical accounting point of contact, providing guidance and support to finance stakeholders across the business. About You We're looking for someone who combines strong technical capability with ambition and a desire to progress their career within a dynamic, high-growth environment. You'll ideally have: ACA, ACCA or equivalent qualification. Experience within external reporting, statutory reporting, audit or group finance. Strong knowledge of IFRS and UK reporting frameworks including FRS 101 and FRS 102. The ability to analyse complex accounting issues and communicate conclusions clearly. Strong Excel and analytical skills, with experience working across large data sets. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. A proactive approach, taking ownership and driving results in a fast-paced environment. Why Apply? This is an opportunity to join a business that genuinely invests in its people and offers clear routes for progression. You'll work alongside high-calibre finance professionals, gain visibility with senior leadership, and play a key role in supporting a complex, growing organisation. If you're looking for a role that offers challenge, development and the chance to accelerate your career within a large-scale business, we'd love to hear from you. Accountable Recruitment is acting as a recruitment partner on behalf of our client. Applications from individuals seeking long-term career progression within a high-performing finance environment are particularly welcomed. To discuss this role in more detail please contact Lauren Harrison at Accountable Recruitment on

Accountable Recruitment are delighted to be working with a market leading manufacturing company based near Chester to recruit a Finance Analyst. Reporting to the Head of FP&A and partnering with operational, commercial, technical and supply chain teams, your analytical expertise will help drive strategic decision making, performance optimisation and agile financial management. Responsibilities: Support the preparation of the 12-month rolling quarterly forecast, ensuring assumptions are clearly articulated and traceable through underlying planning processes in commercial and operations. Support dynamic planning processes across commercial and operations to deliver the quarterly forecast. Support the build and maintenance of financial models to drive scenario analysis, pricing decisions, resource allocation (OPEX) and investment evaluation (CAPEX). Provide timely monthly performance reporting, highlighting key drivers of variance, risks and opportunities. Articulate issues and actions to close performance gaps and measure progress. Support the preparation of the 3-month cash forecast for working capital requirements. Offer insights to operational and commercial leaders that add value and help shape operational planning, resource utilisation, project viability and longer-term strategic initiatives. Support cross-functional teams in aligning operational decisions with company strategy, sustainability objectives and customer commitments. Ensure complex financial information is communicated, promoting financial understanding across the organisation. Drive improvements in the quality of conversations around operational performance and its impact on financial outcomes. Skills Required: ACCA / ACA / CIMA qualified. Financial analysis experience, preferably within industrial, operational or business-to-business environments. Proven experience with modelling, forecasting and business partnering. Proven understanding of rolling forecasts, dynamic target setting and resource allocation methodologies is desirable. Benefits: 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Pension Free parking Career progression and growth

Senior Financial Reporting Accountant / Merseyside (Remote working) / Salary £50,000 - £52,000 + competitive benefits package offering great flexibility. Accountable Recruitment are delighted to be partnering with a large, well-established and values-driven organisation to recruit a Qualified Senior Financial Reporting Accountant . This is an outstanding opportunity for a technically strong finance candidate to take ownership of a complex financial controls function within a sizeable organisation. The role will be pivotal in ensuring robust financial governance, statutory reporting compliance and a best-in-class control environment, while supporting strategic growth initiatives and organisational development. Reporting to the Head of Financial Controls, you will work closely with senior stakeholders across the business, providing expertise on financial reporting, compliance, treasury and audit matters. This role offers a flexible remote working model, with attendance at the Merseyside office required once a month. The Role Maintaining and developing the organisation's financial controls framework Ensuring balance sheet integrity and overseeing monthly balance sheet and cash flow reporting Leading the preparation and review of statutory accounts and financial statements Managing the consolidation of group and subsidiary accounts Coordinating external audits and managing auditor relationships Overseeing regulatory and compliance reporting requirements, including HMRC and other statutory submissions Leading treasury accounting activities, liquidity reporting and cash flow forecasting Supporting acquisitions, mergers and business integration projects from a finance perspective Driving process improvements, automation initiatives and financial control enhancements Providing clear technical accounting guidance and financial insights to senior stakeholders Leading, mentoring and developing a high-performing finance team Key skills ACA, ACCA or CIMA Qualified Experience within financial accounting, financial controls, audit or statutory reporting Strong knowledge of UK accounting standards FRS 102 Experience producing consolidated group accounts and managing external audit processes What's on Offer? Flexible working arrangements, including the option to work full-time hours across four or five days Flexible Hybrid/Remote working environment Competitive benefits package including retail and travel discounts Employee well being and assistance programmes The opportunity to play a key role in a purpose-led organisation making a positive impact If you are a technically strong finance professional looking for a senior position where you can influence financial governance, drive process improvement and support strategic growth, we'd love to hear from you. For more information, please contact Lauren Harrison at Accountable Recruitment on .