Project Accountant Jobs in Whitehaven, Cumbria

Add your latest CV to match with open positions

Accounts Payable Assistant

Carlisle, Cumbria
remote
Temporary
28000 - 35000 GBP / Yearly
Interim Accounts Payable Assistant Carlisle | Interim Contract | Immediate Start Available <h3>The Opportunity</h3>Robert Half is delighted to be partnering with a well-established business operating across the retail, property and agricultural sectors to recruit an Interim Accounts Payable Assistant.This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced purchase ledger professional to join a busy finance team and provide critical support during a key period for the business. Reporting directly to the Group Accountant, you will take ownership of end-to-end accounts payable activities across a group of four companies, ensuring invoices are processed accurately and suppliers are paid on time.The successful candidate will be comfortable managing high volumes of transactions, resolving supplier queries and working effectively with stakeholders across the organisation. <h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Processing high volumes of purchase invoices from receipt through to payment</li><li>Uploading, registering and coding invoices within the finance system</li><li>Managing supplier accounts and resolving supplier queries promptly</li><li>Chasing and coordinating invoice approvals with budget holders</li><li>Preparing supplier payment runs and payment files for management approval</li><li>Organising urgent and one-off payments where required</li><li>Building strong relationships with suppliers, contractors and internal stakeholders</li><li>Reconciling supplier statements and supporting month-end activities</li><li>Investigating and resolving outstanding creditor balances</li><li>Ensuring compliance with company policies and financial procedures</li><li>Assisting with ad hoc finance and administration duties as required</li></ul><h3>About You</h3>To be considered for this role, you will have:<ul><li>Previous experience within an Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger position</li><li>A proven track record of processing high volumes of invoices accurately</li><li>Strong working knowledge of accounting systems and Microsoft Excel</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills</li><li>A highly organised approach and strong attention to detail</li><li>The ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment</li><li>Availability to start at short notice would be advantageous</li></ul><h3>What's on Offer</h3><ul><li>Competitive hourly rate</li><li>Immediate start opportunity</li><li>Exposure to a diverse group of businesses and sectors</li><li>Supportive and collaborative finance team</li><li>Potential for contract extension depending on business requirements</li></ul> 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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Q29ubm9yLk5vcnJpcy4xNjE5Ny4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-10-23T12:29:13Z

Financial Controller

Kendal, Cumbria
remote
Temporary
400 - 450 GBP / Daily
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Interim Financial Controller to join a well established and growing business operating within the manufacturing and construction sector.This is a key interim appointment, initially for a period of 4-5 months, offering the opportunity to play a hands on role within the finance function and work closely with senior management and operational teams.The successful candidate will be required to work on-site initially to gain a strong understanding of the business, its operations and the wider team. Following this initial period, there will be the opportunity to move to a hybrid working arrangement.Lancashire based. Day rate. The RoleAs Interim Financial Controller, you will take responsibility for overseeing the day-to-day finance function and providing accurate, timely financial information to support business decision-making.Key responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Production of monthly management accounts and financial reporting</li><li>Budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management</li><li>Financial analysis and variance reporting</li><li>Maintaining and improving financial controls and processes</li><li>Supporting month-end and year-end processes</li><li>Business partnering with senior management and operational teams</li><li>Providing commercial insight to support business performance</li><li>Supporting and overseeing the wider finance team</li><li>Liaising with external accountants, auditors and other key stakeholders</li><li>Identifying opportunities to improve reporting, processes and efficiencies</li></ul>About YouWe are looking for an experienced and commercially minded finance professional who can quickly understand a business and make an immediate impact.You will ideally have:<ul><li>Previous experience as a Financial Controller, Finance Manager or similar senior finance role</li><li>Experience within a manufacturing, construction, engineering or operationally focused environment</li><li>Strong management accounting, budgeting and forecasting experience</li><li>Excellent financial analysis and reporting skills</li><li>A hands-on and proactive approach</li><li>Strong communication and stakeholder management skills</li><li>The ability to work independently and hit the ground running</li><li>Previous interim experience would be advantageous</li></ul>This role would suit an experienced finance professional who enjoys working closely with operational teams and making a tangible impact within a fast-paced, product-led environment.What's on Offer<ul><li>4-5 month interim assignment</li><li>Full-time opportunity</li><li>Based in Lancashire</li><li>On-site initially, with hybrid working available following the initial onboarding period</li><li>Opportunity to make a genuine impact within an established and successful business</li><li>Competitive day rate/salary, depending on experience</li></ul>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.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Y2hsb2Uua2VsbHkuMDUwNjMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-09-07T14:35:36Z

2 results for Project Accountant in Whitehaven, Cumbria