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54 results for Finance Assistant in Bury, Bury

Payroll Manager
  • Wetherby, West Yorkshire
  • remote
  • Temporary
  • 300 - 350 GBP / Daily
  • <h1 data-end="218" data-section-id="tj5dvi" data-start="179">Interim Payroll &amp; Benefits Specialist</h1><p data-end="321" data-start="219"><strong data-start="219" data-end="321">Reading (Hybrid - 3 days office / 2 days home) | £300-£350 per day (Umbrella) | 3-4 Month Contract</strong></p><p data-start="323" data-end="485">An established international organisation is seeking an experienced Payroll &amp; Benefits Specialist to join on an interim basis while a permanent hire is recruited.</p><p data-end="857" data-start="487">This is a hands-on role responsible for delivering accurate, compliant payroll and benefits administration for approximately 150 employees across the <strong data-end="690" data-start="637">UK, New Zealand, USA, Germany and the Netherlands</strong>. Working closely with HR, Finance, payroll providers and benefits partners, you will ensure payroll is delivered accurately and on time across multiple jurisdictions.</p><h2 data-end="882" data-start="859" data-section-id="18w7bso">Key Responsibilities</h2><ul data-start="884" data-end="1951"><li data-end="940" data-start="884" data-section-id="1ro9ybj">Manage end-to-end monthly payroll for c.150 employees.</li><li data-start="941" data-section-id="ymxub9" data-end="1059">Facilitate payroll across the <strong data-start="973" data-end="1026">UK, New Zealand, USA, Germany and the Netherlands</strong> through local payroll providers.</li><li data-end="1146" data-section-id="17lkdco" data-start="1060">Process salaries, bonuses, commissions, expenses, statutory payments and deductions.</li><li data-section-id="jd9mx" data-start="1147" data-end="1284">Ensure compliance with UK payroll legislation, PAYE, National Insurance, RTI submissions, pension auto-enrolment and HMRC requirements.</li><li data-section-id="idzfmv" data-start="1285" data-end="1376">Manage starters, leavers, contractual changes, P45s, P60s, P11Ds and year-end activities.</li><li data-start="1377" data-section-id="u9hoaf" data-end="1432">Act as the main point of contact for payroll queries.</li><li data-section-id="yapn6q" data-start="1433" data-end="1552">Administer pensions, private medical insurance, life assurance, salary sacrifice schemes and other employee benefits.</li><li data-start="1553" data-section-id="d3kd7s" data-end="1651">Liaise with pension providers, brokers, insurers and payroll partners across multiple countries.</li><li data-end="1748" data-start="1652" data-section-id="np35ws">Process and reconcile pension contributions, including international schemes where applicable.</li><li data-end="1829" data-start="1749" data-section-id="z0g85s">Maintain payroll controls, reconciliations, reporting and audit documentation.</li><li data-end="1907" data-start="1830" data-section-id="149ccdc">Drive process improvements and maintain payroll and benefits documentation.</li><li data-end="1951" data-start="1908" data-section-id="comk06">Ensure GDPR compliance and data accuracy.</li></ul><h2 data-start="1953" data-section-id="htanpl" data-end="1968">Requirements</h2><ul data-start="1970" data-end="2543"><li data-start="1970" data-section-id="wd47an" data-end="2053">5+ years' payroll experience with responsibility for end-to-end payroll delivery.</li><li data-end="2146" data-start="2054" data-section-id="19qsw11">Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation, PAYE, NI, RTI, pensions and HMRC requirements.</li><li data-start="2147" data-section-id="sw26lk" data-end="2243">Experience supporting multi-country payrolls and working with international payroll providers.</li><li data-start="2244" data-section-id="im5jnp" data-end="2309">Experience administering employee benefits and pension schemes.</li><li data-end="2356" data-start="2310" data-section-id="11aqoj8">Strong Excel and payroll systems experience.</li><li data-section-id="1ri603y" data-start="2357" data-end="2419">Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines.</li><li data-section-id="3s62pg" data-start="2420" data-end="2486">Excellent attention to detail and stakeholder management skills.</li><li data-start="2487" data-section-id="a6v1jl" data-end="2543">CIPP qualification or equivalent experience desirable.</li></ul><h2 data-start="2545" data-section-id="xu7ph1" data-end="2564">Contract Details</h2><ul data-start="2566" data-end="2776"><li data-start="2566" data-section-id="qkuvr6" data-end="2628"><strong data-end="2581" data-start="2568">Location:</strong> Reading (Hybrid - 3 days office / 2 days home)</li><li data-section-id="x27kg" data-start="2629" data-end="2669"><strong data-end="2640" data-start="2631">Rate:</strong> £300-£350 per day (Umbrella)</li><li data-start="2670" data-section-id="ogme3f" data-end="2696"><strong data-start="2672" data-end="2685">Duration:</strong> 3-4 months</li><li data-end="2714" data-start="2697" data-section-id="1sem10x"><strong data-start="2699" data-end="2709">Start:</strong> ASAP</li><li data-end="2776" data-section-id="xwc98e" data-start="2715"><strong data-end="2776" data-start="2717">Interim assignment whilst a permanent hire is recruited</strong></li></ul><p data-start="2778" data-end="2846">Immediate availability or a short notice period is highly desirable.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/UG9wcHkuR3JhbnQuMDI3MjAuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
  • 2026-06-18T08:30:37Z
 Semi-Senior Accountant
  • Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire
  • remote
  • Contract
  • 34000 - 37000 GBP / Yearly
  • <p></p><p>We are supporting a well-established accountancy practice in Stoke-on-Trent that is looking to appoint a Semi-Senior Accountant on a fixed-term contract. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with practice experience to take on a varied role, supporting a portfolio of clients across accounts preparation, tax, and day-to-day advisory.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare statutory accounts for a range of clients including SMEs, sole traders, and partnerships</li><li>Assist with the preparation of management accounts and financial reports</li><li>Support the completion of VAT returns and corporation tax computations</li><li>Liaise directly with clients to request information and resolve queries</li><li>Assist senior members of the team with more complex accounting assignments</li><li>Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records in line with compliance requirements</li><li>Support junior staff where required and contribute to team workflow</li><li>Ensure deadlines are met across multiple client engagements</li></ul><p><strong>Key Requirements</strong></p><ul><li>Previous experience working within an accountancy practice environment</li><li>Strong understanding of accounts preparation and basic tax principles</li><li>AAT qualified or ACCA/ACA part-qualified (or equivalent)</li><li>Experience using accounting software such as Sage, Xero, QuickBooks or similar</li><li>Good working knowledge of Excel</li><li>Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines</li><li>Confident communication skills with the ability to build client relationships</li></ul><p><strong>Additional Information</strong></p><ul><li>Fixed-term contract opportunity</li><li>Office-based role, 5 days per week in Stoke-on-Trent</li><li>Hands-on, varied position offering exposure to a wide client base</li><li>Ideal for someone looking to build on their practice experience in a supportive environment</li></ul><br><p> </p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SmVzc2ljYS5NdXNncmF2ZS40NTU2NC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
  • 2026-05-13T16:07:20Z
 Practice Accountant
  • Manchester, Greater Manchester
  • remote
  • Temporary
  • 375.00 - 450.00 GBP / Daily
  • <p data-end="520" data-start="214">Robert Half is recruiting for an experienced and qualified Interim Practice Accountant to join a well established accountancy practice based in Manchester city centre. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands on practice professional to support a varied portfolio of SME clients during a busy period.</p><p data-start="522" data-end="753">The successful candidate must come from an accountancy practice background and be confident managing client relationships, statutory accounts preparation, and providing day-to-day advisory support to SMEs across a range of sectors.</p><h3 data-start="755" data-section-id="164ueu3" data-end="779">Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-end="1650" data-start="1252"><li data-start="780" data-section-id="1p19zly" data-end="842">Preparation and review of statutory accounts for SME clients</li><li data-section-id="pj7ahz" data-end="893" data-start="843">Managing a portfolio of owner-managed businesses</li><li data-end="977" data-section-id="vl02d" data-start="894">Preparation of management accounts, VAT returns, and corporation tax computations</li><li data-start="978" data-end="1047" data-section-id="1b5hjb1">Supporting clients with bookkeeping and financial reporting queries</li><li data-section-id="1aroydl" data-end="1124" data-start="1048">Liaising directly with clients and providing commercial accounting support</li><li data-end="1192" data-section-id="1se2wk0" data-start="1125">Assisting with year-end processes and meeting reporting deadlines</li></ul><h3 data-section-id="14esvje" data-end="1251" data-start="1235">Requirements</h3><ul data-start="1672" data-end="1909"><li data-end="1286" data-section-id="14d1h5h" data-start="1252">ACA / ACCA qualified (essential)</li><li data-start="1287" data-section-id="3m3vxf" data-end="1347">Previous experience working within an accountancy practice</li><li data-start="1348" data-section-id="1iw56gm" data-end="1397">Strong knowledge of SME accounting requirements</li><li data-start="1398" data-section-id="1adhl1y" data-end="1453">Strong communication and client management skills</li></ul><h3 data-start="1652" data-section-id="13qglty" data-end="1671">The Opportunity</h3><ul data-start="1672" data-end="1909"><li data-start="1672" data-end="1699" data-section-id="1n8xncw">Immediate start</li><li data-end="1743" data-section-id="u9hqlu" data-start="1700">Central Manchester location with excellent transport links</li><li data-start="1805" data-section-id="qqw2it" data-end="1857">Opportunity to work with a diverse SME client base</li><li data-end="1909" data-section-id="16lvgp1" data-start="1858">Collaborative and supportive practice environment</li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Y2hsb2Uua2VsbHkuMjUyMjguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
  • 2026-05-27T13:06:26Z
 Internal Auditor
  • Leeds, West Yorkshire
  • remote
  • Permanent
  • 50000 - 55000 GBP / Yearly
  • <h1> </h1><p class="isSelectedEnd">Robert Half is partnering with a leading international organisation to recruit an Internal Auditor to join its UK audit function.</p><p class="isSelectedEnd"><strong>The role is based on a hybrid working model, requiring 1 day per week in the Leeds office, with up to 20% travel across the UK.</strong></p><p class="isSelectedEnd">This role offers excellent exposure to operational auditing across a diverse portfolio of sites and sectors. The successful candidate will support the delivery of risk-based audits, working closely with operational and senior stakeholders to identify risks, strengthen controls, and drive continuous improvement.</p><br><br>Key Responsibilities<br><br><ul data-spread="false"><li>Deliver operational and head office audits across the UK.</li><li>Review key controls including cash handling, inventory management, goods receipt, and accounts payable processes.</li><li>Conduct audit fieldwork, document findings, and produce audit reports.</li><li>Present recommendations and agree action plans with management.</li><li>Support ad-hoc reviews, investigations, and external audit requirements.</li><li>Contribute to risk assessment and audit planning activities.</li></ul><br><br>Requirements:<br><br><ul data-spread="false"><li>Previous Internal Audit experience is essential.</li><li>Strong understanding of internal controls, risk management, and audit methodology.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>Strong analytical skills with experience reviewing operational data.</li><li>Willingness to travel across the UK, including occasional overnight stays.</li></ul><br><br>Package:<br><br><ul data-spread="false"><li>£55,000 salary</li><li>up to 10% bonus</li><li>Hybrid working</li><li>Professional qualification support</li><li>26 days holiday plus bank holidays</li><li>Exposure to a large international business and global audit team</li></ul><p>This is an excellent opportunity for an Internal Auditor looking to develop their career within a complex, multi-site environment with strong progression and international exposure.</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/eWFoeWUuZGluZWguOTI5MTMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
  • 2026-06-17T15:30:49Z
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