Interim Head of Finance

Reed Finance are working with a FTSE250 company in Central Bristol recruiting for a Senior Financial Accountant. This is a high-impact role within a well-established finance team, offering the opportunity to lead key reporting processes, manage a small team, and contribute to wider group strategy. The Role Reporting to the Group Consolidation Manager, you will take ownership of reporting across a large and complex group structure, while playing a key role in driving efficiency and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Lead the planning, project management, and delivery of accounts across multiple entities (circa 350 entities, including audit requirements) Manage the year-end timetable and coordinate with internal teams and external auditors Review, prepare, and deliver high-quality statutory accounts in line with deadlines Identify opportunities to simplify the group structure, including winding up unnecessary entities Oversee intercompany balances and ensure accuracy and recoverability Maintain and improve ledgers and reporting processes Collaborate with tax, legal, and company secretariat teams on structural changes Contribute to finance transformation projects, including systems implementation Lead, develop, and support a small team Drive continuous improvement through process and systems enhancements About You Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA or equivalent) Strong experience in group reporting within a large, listed environment (IFRS) Proven ability to manage deadlines and deliver high-quality outputs under pressure Experience managing and developing a team Strong technical accounting knowledge with the ability to interpret complex issues Confident working with complex group structures Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, etc.) Experience with finance systems such as Oracle or similar is advantageous What’s on Offer Discretionary annual bonus 25 days holiday + option to buy more Generous pension scheme Healthcare and wellbeing benefits Enhanced family leave Additional benefits including share schemes and discount platforms Why Apply? Opportunity to step into a leadership role within a FTSE250 business Exposure to complex group reporting and strategic projects A collaborative environment focused on continuous improvement and development

Income Maximisation Officer – Temporary Contract Location: Wembley (Hybrid Working) Rate: £21.41 PAYE / £28.19 Umbrella (LTD) Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday (9:00am – 5:00pm) Contract: Ongoing Temporary Assignment (minimum until October) Start: Immediate Requirement: Basic DBS required About the Role We are recruiting an experienced Income Officer to support Housing Management in maximising rental income through effective arrears management and resident engagement. This is a varied and impactful role where you will work across multiple housing tenures and service areas, helping residents sustain tenancies while ensuring income recovery targets are met. You will also contribute to key projects aimed at improving income in challenging service areas. Key Responsibilities Maximise rental income through proactive arrears prevention, collection, and recovery across varied housing portfolios Deliver a fully compliant rent collection service in line with legislation and policy Provide high-quality, customer-focused service—taking ownership of enquiries and resolving issues efficiently Support residents with welfare benefit advice, particularly around housing benefits and welfare reform changes Engage with tenants to provide guidance on debt management and refer to specialist support services where appropriate Work collaboratively with Housing Needs, Adult Social Care, and Housing Management teams to deliver holistic, person-centred support Achieve KPIs set by the Income Maximisation Service Manager Contribute to income maximisation projects across areas such as: New & Independent Living Temporary Accommodation Brent Direct Leasing Supported Housing Ensure arrears are consistently reduced by enforcing rent collection policies and procedures Carry out home visits and site-based working to engage directly with tenants in arrears Skills & Experience Strong experience in income recovery, rent arrears, or housing income services Good knowledge of welfare benefits, particularly housing-related entitlements Ability to manage sensitive conversations with empathy and professionalism Experience working across services to deliver joined-up, resident-focused outcomes Target-driven with the ability to manage a varied workload Confident conducting home visits and engaging directly with residents Our Values We’re looking for someone who demonstrates: Proactive collaboration across teams Inclusive leadership and support for all residents Adaptability in a changing environment Curiosity and confidence in solving problems A commitment to celebrating success and sharing best practice Additional Information Hybrid working arrangement based in Wembley Immediate start required Basic DBS clearance is essential This is an ongoing temporary role expected to run until at least October If you have a strong background in rent collection and want to make a meaningful difference supporting residents while protecting income streams, apply now for immediate consideration.

Rent Income Officer (Administrative Support) – Temporary Contract Location: Wembley (Hybrid Working) Rate: £18.65 PAYE / £24.56 Umbrella Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm Contract: Ongoing Temporary Assignment Start: Immediate Requirement: Basic DBS required About the Role We are seeking a proactive and organised Rent Income Officer (Administrative Support) to join a busy Rent Income Team within the General Needs Service. This role plays a key part in delivering efficient administrative support and helping maximise rent collection services for council tenants. You will work collaboratively with Rent Income Officers, Area Tenancy Managers, Welfare Advisors, and the Income & Financial Inclusion Team to deliver high-quality, customer-focused services. Key Responsibilities Provide a robust administrative function to the Rent Income Team, supporting rent collection across residential and non-residential accounts Manage a duty rota and respond to front-facing queries regarding rent accounts and arrears Handle tenant enquiries via face-to-face, phone, email and virtual channels with professionalism, empathy and confidentiality Provide rent account balances and set up repayment arrangements for non-complex arrears cases Support tenants through sensitive or difficult conversations, including complaints, in a tactful and diplomatic way Monitor and reduce former tenant arrears and sundry debt, taking timely recovery action and recommending write-offs where appropriate Set up direct debits, process telephone payments, and arrange rent cards/statements Manage incoming post, emails and CRM tasks, distributing them to relevant officers Verify rent and service charges via the Universal Credit portal and issue standard notifications Maintain and monitor parking and storage accounts, including enforcement and recovery activity Assist in preparing court applications using online claims systems Knowledge & Skills Strong understanding of rent collection processes (or similar income/recovery environments) Ability to explain policies and procedures clearly in plain English Excellent communication skills with a customer-focused approach Confident handling sensitive situations with discretion and empathy Strong organisational skills and attention to detail Experience working with CRM systems and administrative workflows Our Values We are looking for someone who will: Collaborate proactively across teams Lead inclusively and support colleagues and residents Embrace change in a dynamic environment Be bold and curious in problem-solving Celebrate and share success Additional Information Hybrid working pattern based in Wembley Immediate start required Candidates must be willing to undergo a Basic DBS check If you are an organised and customer-focused professional looking to make a real impact in a public service role, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today for immediate consideration.

Reed Finance is partnering with a leading organisation to recruit a Senior Management Accountant to join their established finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded and analytically strong finance professional to play a key role in supporting a significant development and investment programme. There is a requirement to be in the office only one day per week. This role sits at the centre of a large-scale new build and development function, providing financial oversight, appraisal and insight to support strategic decision-making. You’ll work closely with Development teams, Financial Planning and senior stakeholders, ensuring accurate, timely and insightful reporting across the programme. This is a highly visible role with exposure to Executive and Board-level stakeholders, offering the opportunity to influence key investment and business decisions. Responsibilities: Lead financial appraisal and monitoring of the development and new build programme Partner with Development teams to evaluate new project opportunities and investment cases Prepare and deliver monthly management accounts and reporting packs with detailed commentary Produce budgets, forecasts and long-term business plans, including development projections Provide financial insight, KPIs and trend analysis to support strategic decision-making Contribute to Executive and Board reporting, delivering clear and concise financial analysis Take ownership of statutory accounts, liaising with external auditors and advisors Monitor development spend against budget, identifying risks, variances and key drivers Ensure strong financial controls, compliance and reporting consistency Continuously improve processes, reporting and financial oversight frameworks About you: Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) with strong post-qualified experience Proven experience in management reporting within a complex group environment Strong background in statutory accounts preparation and external audit liaison Experience producing Board and Executive-level reporting Demonstrable experience in financial appraisal and capital project evaluation Strong technical accounting knowledge and understanding of financial controls Confident stakeholder manager with the ability to influence and challenge effectively If you’re looking for a role where you can combine technical expertise with real commercial impact, please apply below. IND-NORTH

Accounts Associate (AAT Qualified) 📍 Chester City Centre | 💼 Full-time | 💷 £26,700–£33,900 Role Overview Position: Accounts Associate (AAT Qualified) Location: Chester city centre office (please note, there is no on-site parking available) Working Pattern: Hybrid available after successful completion of a 3-month probation period (4 days in the office, 1 day from home) Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday (7.5 hours per day) Contract: Permanent Salary: £26,700 – £33,900 depending on experience About the Role Our client, a well-established and growing professional services firm, is looking to recruit an AAT-qualified Accounts Associate to join their Chester-based team. This is a varied, hands-on role where you’ll work closely with senior team members while managing your own portfolio of clients. It’s a great opportunity for someone who enjoys building relationships, taking ownership of their work, and developing their career within a supportive and forward-thinking environment. You’ll be based in a modern city centre office, with hybrid working available once you’ve completed your probation. What You’ll Be Doing Supporting senior team members in delivering a high-quality service to clients Preparing bookkeeping records and VAT returns Producing accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies Assisting with corporation tax computations and returns Supporting personal tax matters where required Building strong relationships with clients and colleagues Using accounting software such as Sage, Xero, IRIS and QuickBooks Managing your workload to meet deadlines and maintain a high standard of work Responding to client queries in a timely and professional manner What We’re Looking For AAT qualified with at least 3 years’ experience within an accountancy practice Strong practical experience in bookkeeping and accounts preparation Confident communicator, comfortable working with both financial and non-financial clients Good working knowledge of Sage, Xero, IRIS and Microsoft Office A team player who can also work independently when required Comfortable offering guidance and recommendations to clients Full UK driving licence What’s on Offer Our client offers a supportive working environment where employees are valued and encouraged to develop. Benefits include: Hybrid working (after probation) 36 days’ holiday (including Bank Holidays and Christmas period) 5% employer pension contribution Option to buy or sell up to 5 days’ leave Enhanced maternity, paternity and shared parental pay Enhanced sick pay Life assurance cover Employee assistance programme (including wellbeing, legal and counselling support) Paid volunteering days Referral scheme Staff social events Long service rewards About the Company Our client is a well-established firm with multiple offices across the region, offering a range of professional services to a diverse client base. They combine a relationship-led approach with modern tools and technology, creating a positive working environment for their team and a high-quality service for their clients. They place a strong emphasis on collaboration, development, and maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Location & Hours 📍 Chester city centre (no on-site parking available) 🕘 Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week 📄 Permanent position

Accounts Associate (AAT Qualified) 📍 Chester City Centre | 💼 Full-time | 💷 £26,700–£33,900 Role Overview Position: Accounts Associate (AAT Qualified) Location: Chester city centre office (please note, there is no on-site parking available) Working Pattern: Hybrid available after successful completion of a 3-month probation period (4 days in the office, 1 day from home) Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday (7.5 hours per day) Contract: Permanent Salary: £26,700 – £33,900 depending on experience About the Role Our client, a well-established and growing professional services firm, is looking to recruit an AAT-qualified Accounts Associate to join their Chester-based team. This is a varied, hands-on role where you’ll work closely with senior team members while managing your own portfolio of clients. It’s a great opportunity for someone who enjoys building relationships, taking ownership of their work, and developing their career within a supportive and forward-thinking environment. You’ll be based in a modern city centre office, with hybrid working available once you’ve completed your probation. What You’ll Be Doing Supporting senior team members in delivering a high-quality service to clients Preparing bookkeeping records and VAT returns Producing accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies Assisting with corporation tax computations and returns Supporting personal tax matters where required Building strong relationships with clients and colleagues Using accounting software such as Sage, Xero, IRIS and QuickBooks Managing your workload to meet deadlines and maintain a high standard of work Responding to client queries in a timely and professional manner What We’re Looking For AAT qualified with at least 3 years’ experience within an accountancy practice Strong practical experience in bookkeeping and accounts preparation Confident communicator, comfortable working with both financial and non-financial clients Good working knowledge of Sage, Xero, IRIS and Microsoft Office A team player who can also work independently when required Comfortable offering guidance and recommendations to clients Full UK driving licence What’s on Offer Our client offers a supportive working environment where employees are valued and encouraged to develop. Benefits include: Hybrid working (after probation) 36 days’ holiday (including Bank Holidays and Christmas period) 5% employer pension contribution Option to buy or sell up to 5 days’ leave Enhanced maternity, paternity and shared parental pay Enhanced sick pay Life assurance cover Employee assistance programme (including wellbeing, legal and counselling support) Paid volunteering days Referral scheme Staff social events Long service rewards About the Company Our client is a well-established firm with multiple offices across the region, offering a range of professional services to a diverse client base. They combine a relationship-led approach with modern tools and technology, creating a positive working environment for their team and a high-quality service for their clients. They place a strong emphasis on collaboration, development, and maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Location & Hours 📍 Chester city centre (no on-site parking available) 🕘 Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week 📄 Permanent position

Finance Manager Annual Salary: £55,000 Location: East London, London Job Type: Full-time, Office-based Join a fast-growing, multi-site retail business that is experiencing exciting expansion across the UK. With a strong brand identity and ambitious growth plans, we are seeking a Finance Manager to take ownership of the finance function and support strategic decision-making at a senior level. This is a hands-on role where you'll operate at both operational and strategic levels, working closely with senior leadership and gaining real influence across the business. Day-to-day of the role: Oversee the full finance function, ensuring robust financial controls while delivering insight that drives performance. Manage cash flow, banking, and reconciliations across multiple locations. Lead month-end processes and management accounts. Oversee payroll, VAT returns, and statutory compliance. Partner with operational teams to drive cost control and profitability. Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning. Manage supplier relationships, contracts, and financial records. Produce meaningful financial and operational reporting for leadership. Required Skills & Qualifications: Proven experience as a Finance Manager or Accounts Manager. Background in retail, FMCG, or multi-site environments (preferred). Strong knowledge of financial reporting, reconciliations, and controls. Experience with Xero or similar accounting systems. Solid understanding of VAT, payroll, and UK statutory requirements. Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence stakeholders. A proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and cost control. Professional qualification ACCA/ACA/CIMA or equivalent. Benefits: Competitive salary (£50k–£55k). Opportunity to own and develop the finance function. Exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making. Growing business with genuine career development opportunities. Staff perks including employee discount and annual salary reviews. To apply for this Finance Manager position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position.

Bookkeeper & Payroll Administrator 📍 Southend-on-Sea 💼 Job Type: Full-time or Part-time, Permanent 💰 Salary: £27,000 – £30,000 (pro rata for part-time) The Opportunity A well-established and highly regarded accountancy practice based in Southend-on-Sea is seeking a Bookkeeper & Payroll Administrator to join its friendly and supportive team. This is a varied, hands-on role offering exposure across bookkeeping, payroll, VAT, and accounts preparation. The position can be offered on a full-time or part-time basis (25–35 hours per week) and is fully office-based. Key Responsibilities Bookkeeping for a varied client portfolio, preparing accounts to trial balance using Xero Processing client payrolls, including RTI submissions and pension filings Managing payroll services using BrightPay and Moneysoft Preparing and submitting VAT returns Assisting with client accounts preparation Supporting with ad hoc accounting and administrative tasks Building and maintaining strong client relationships The Ideal Candidate Proven bookkeeping experience within an accountancy practice Strong working knowledge of Xero and other cloud-based accounting systems Payroll experience (BrightPay and/or Moneysoft preferred) Solid understanding of VAT and general accounting principles Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills Strong communication skills with a client-focused approach Ability to work independently and within a small team Experience with Iris would be advantageous What’s on Offer Salary of £27,000 – £30,000 depending on experience Flexible working hours (25–35 hours per week) Company pension Friendly, close-knit working environment Varied role with exposure to a broad client base Apply Now If you’re an experienced bookkeeper or payroll professional looking for a varied role within a supportive local practice, apply today or reach out for a confidential discussion.

Rent Accounting & Finance Officer (Housing) 📍 Location: Wembley (Hybrid Working) 💼 Employer: Local Authority ⏰ Contract: Ongoing Temporary Role (Immediate Start) 💰 Pay Rate: £21.41 per hour (PAYE) / £28.19 per hour (Umbrella) About the Role London Council is seeking an experienced Rent Accounting & Finance Officer to join their housing finance team on an ongoing temporary basis. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a high-performing service supporting residents and ensuring accurate rent accounting across mixed tenure housing stock. This role offers a hybrid working arrangement and requires someone who can hit the ground running, delivering accurate financial administration and excellent customer service. Key Responsibilities Administer rent accounting processes with efficiency and accuracy, including: Raising invoices Producing and dispatching energy bills Manage and update rent accounts for mixed tenure housing stock Process rent debit changes, including: Annual rent increases/decreases Service charge adjustments Water rate charges Maintain and update the Housing Management System, including: Lettings, voids, and tenancy amendments Successions and mutual exchanges Debit/credit adjustments and property updates Ensure data integrity by liaising with internal teams (e.g. Housing Operations) and external stakeholders such as Housing Benefits Provide comprehensive housing and financial administrative support to the wider housing service Customer Service Focus Deliver a high standard of customer service Take ownership of queries and resolve issues effectively Promote self-service options while supporting vulnerable customers What We’re Looking For Previous experience in rent accounting / housing finance within a local authority or housing association Strong knowledge of housing management systems Excellent attention to detail with financial data Ability to manage high-volume workloads in a fast-paced environment Confident communicator with strong customer service skills Why Apply? Immediate start available Ongoing contract with potential for extension Competitive hourly rates Hybrid working flexibility Work with a reputable London borough 📩 Apply now to secure your next contract role

My client in Bradford is currently looking to secure the services of a talented Accounts Assistant on an interim basis. This is a hands-on role supporting the finance function with a strong focus on cash management, sales ledger and month-end processes. Key responsibilities will include: · Daily posting of cash receipts for UK and USA entities · Posting miscellaneous cash payments · Performing bank reconciliations within the ERP system · Issuing customer statements and managing cash collections · Raising sales invoices for the USA entity · Liaising with the Internal Sales team regarding credit limit issues · Producing weekly reports on overdue debts · Managing and resolving customer queries · Posting journals for sample items taken from stock · Supporting month-end close activities · Reconciling the sales ledger and producing aged debt reports · Posting journal entries for rebates and discount accruals The ideal candidate will have prior experience in a similar Accounts Assistant role, strong attention to detail, and confidence working with ERP systems and high-volume transactional data. If you are interested in this role please contact Liam O'Flaherty on 0113 236 8952.