Interim Assistant Management Accountant
Hays Specialist Recruitment - Bristol, Bristol
£18 to £22 an hour
HybridTemporaryFull time
Your New Company You will be joining a large government organisation based in North Bristol, providing essential public services across the region. The organisation is looking to strengthen its finance function with an Interim Assistant Management Accountant during a busy period. This is initially a 3-month temporary assignment, with potential for extension depending on business requirements. Your New Role Reporting to the Management Accountant, you will support the month-end process and help deliver accurate financial reporting across the organisation. Key responsibilities will include: Assisting with the preparation of monthly management accounts Preparing and posting journals, accruals and prepayments Completing balance sheet reconciliations Supporting budget monitoring and forecasting Investigating expenditure and budget variances Producing financial reports for budget holders Liaising with non-finance stakeholders to resolve queries Supporting year-end and audit requirements Assisting with improvements to financial processes and controls Providing ad hoc financial analysis and project support when required What You Need to Succeed You will ideally have previous experience working as an Assistant Management Accountant, Assistant Accountant, Finance Officer or similar. You should have: Good month-end accounting experience Experience with journals, accruals and prepayments Strong reconciliation skills Good Excel skills, including lookups and data analysis Confidence working with finance and non-finance stakeholders Strong attention to detail and the ability to work to deadlines AAT qualification or study towards CIMA/ACCA would be beneficial. Previous public sector or government finance experience would be advantageous, but is not essential. What You'll Get in Return You will receive a competitive rate of approximately £18 to £22 per hour, depending on experience, alongside an initial 3-month temporary contract with potential to extend. This is a great opportunity to gain further management accounting experience within a large government environment and develop your exposure to public sector finance. Location: North Bristol Contract: Minimum 3 months Rate: £18 to £22 per hour Working Pattern: Full-time, hybrid working Sector: Public Sector Start: ASAP What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
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Interim Financial Accounting Manager
Hays Specialist Recruitment - Bristol, Bristol
HybridTemporaryFull time
Interim Financial Accounting Manager Bristol | Hybrid | 2 days required on site 5-6-month contract | November start We are partnering with a large, complex organisation with a strong public-service purpose to recruit an Interim Financial Accounting Manager, to support them through a busy year-end period. Initially a 5-6 month assignment, the key focus will be financial reporting, external audit and the planning and delivery of interim and year-end statutory accounts. The organisation is also embedding a new finance system, so there may be scope for additional project work and potential extension beyond the initial assignment. The role Working within the Financial Reporting team, you'll take a lead across: Planning and coordinating the interim and year-end accounts process Leading on external audit, including coordinating audit evidence and responding to queries Providing strong technical accounting support across the organisation Reviewing balance sheet reconciliations, resolving aged items and strengthening financial controls Supporting the production of statutory accounts and financial reporting Managing and developing members of the financial accounting team Supporting wider finance stakeholders with technical accounting queries and guidance Helping the team manage additional workload while a new finance system is embedded What we're looking for ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent qualified An experienced Financial Accounting Manager, Financial Controller or senior technical accountant Strong across year-end, statutory accounts and external audit Technically confident with financial reporting, controls and balance sheet governance Comfortable joining an organisation at a busy point and getting up to speed quickly Experienced within a large, complex or regulated organisation Public sector / government / charity / NFP experience would be particularly useful Previous finance transformation or systems implementation exposure would be advantageous Why consider it?A really interesting assignment for someone who enjoys being hands-on technically, but can also lead, coordinate and work across a wider finance function. There's a clear initial project supporting year-end and an audit over the next 5-6 months, alongside the opportunity to get involved in a significant finance systems change programme. Please get in touch with Charles Maidment from the Hays Bristol finance contracts team for a confidential conversation. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
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Interim Financial Accountant (FTC until Dec 27)
Hays Specialist Recruitment - Bristol, Bristol
ContractFull time
Financial Accountant Interim Contract to December 2027 Hybrid, 2 days on-site/ 3 days from home Hays Senior Finance is recruiting for an experienced Financial Accountant to join a large, complex organisation on a fixed-term contract through to December 2027.This is a broad technical accounting role with responsibility across financial reporting, controls, statutory accounts, audit and process improvement, alongside supporting the continued development of the finance function. Working as a key member of the finance team, responsibilities will include: Leading monthly and annual financial reporting Supporting the preparation of statutory accounts and year-end reporting Acting as a key contact for external audit Reviewing accounting entries, reconciliations, accruals and prepayments Maintaining strong general ledger integrity and financial controls Providing technical accounting advice, including IFRS Reviewing and improving financial processes and controls Supporting finance systems improvements, automation and transformation Providing technical guidance and support to colleagues Working with stakeholders across Finance and the wider organisation We're looking for an experienced, technically strong Financial Accountant who can quickly add value within a busy and changing environment.You will ideally have: Full ACA, ACCA, CIMA qualification Strong post-qualified financial accounting experience Excellent technical accounting and financial reporting knowledge Experience supporting statutory accounts and external audit Strong ERP/systems experience with Oracle Fusion is particularly advantageous Experience improving processes, controls and reporting Strong analytical and problem-solving skills The ability to communicate technical finance matters clearly to non-finance stakeholders Package £55,000 salary equivalent Fixed-term contract until December 2027 Hybrid working, 2 days per week on-site Broader flexibility around remote/hybrid working Opportunity to join an organisation going through a significant period of change and improvement If you're a qualified Financial Accountant looking for a longer-term contract where you can combine technical accounting with systems and process improvement, please apply or get in touch directly for a confidential conversation with Charlie Maidment from the Hays senior finance interim & contracts team. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
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Interim SIPP Adminsitration Senior
Hays Specialist Recruitment - Bristol, Bristol
£175 to £210 a day
HybridTemporaryFull time
Location: Bristol Rate: Up to £210 per day Contract: Long-Term Interim / Contract (4-5 years), Inside IR35 Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday Working pattern: Hybrid working available following completion of the initial training period, subject to business needs The Opportunity We are recruiting for an experienced SIPP Administration Team Leader to join a specialist pensions organisation in Bristol on a long-term interim basis.This is a hands-on leadership position combining technical SIPP administration with responsibility for supporting, mentoring and guiding a team of pension administrators.The organisation is looking for an experienced SIPP professional who can confidently handle technical cases and escalated queries while helping ensure workloads are completed accurately and within agreed service levels. An established Team Leader or Manager would be well suited, although a strong Senior SIPP Administrator looking to take the next step into leadership can also be considered. Key Responsibilities Manage, support and mentor a team of experienced and entry-level pension administrators. Provide technical guidance and support with escalated SIPP queries. Oversee end-to-end benefit requests, including income drawdown calculations and relevant legislative limits. Coordinate asset liquidations and ensure sufficient liquidity is available for payments and applicable fees. Produce and review crystallised and uncrystallised fund breakdowns. Support clients and IFAs with SIPP drawdowns and benefit entitlements. Obtain accurate investment valuations and liaise with investment platforms and custodians. Manage ad-hoc client and IFA payment requests within agreed service levels. Work closely with Finance and Payroll teams on pension payment instructions, including PCLS and recurring income. Support SIPP transfers to new providers, including verifying drawdown status and available liquidity. Help reduce administration backlogs and provide support across wider SIPP administration activities. Train and develop junior colleagues, sharing technical SIPP knowledge and supporting upskilling. About You To be considered, you will need: Extensive SIPP administration experience with demonstrable technical knowledge across a range of SIPP functions. Ideally, experience covering the full SIPP lifecycle. Strong knowledge of current pensions legislation and relevant tax regulations, including annual allowance and retirement and death benefits. Previous experience using bespoke SIPP/SSAS administration platforms. Strong numerical skills, attention to detail and the ability to handle complex pension calculations. Awareness of GDPR requirements and the handling of sensitive client information. The ability to explain technical pensions information clearly to clients. Confidence managing competing workloads and working in a deadline-driven environment. Competence using Microsoft Word and Excel. Experience with Delta Platinum Pro and SIPP Pro would be advantageous but is not essential. Qualifications Relevant pensions qualifications would be advantageous, including: Certificate in Pensions Administration (CPA) Retirement Provision Certificate (RPC) Advanced Diploma in Retirement Provision (ADRP) Level 4 Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning Award in Financial Administration (RQF Level 3) However, relevant hands-on experience is valued more highly for this position. Why Consider This Role? This is an opportunity to take on a senior position within a specialist pensions environment where your technical SIPP knowledge can make an immediate impact. It would particularly suit an experienced administrator ready to step into leadership, or an established SIPP Team Leader/Manager seeking an interim assignment.Hybrid working of up to two days per week from home is available after successful completion of the training period and where business requirements permit. What I changed: I removed the employer name, exact office address, regulatory identifiers, named administrators, website and other details that would reveal the client. I also tightened some of the original wording for a recruitment advert while preserving the technical requirements and, importantly, the client's clarification that a strong Senior Pension Administrator stepping up can be considered. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
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Senior Management Accountant
Hays Specialist Recruitment - Bristol, Bristol
£55,000 to £60,000 a year
PermanentFull time
Your new company You will be joining a large, international organisation with a significant presence in Bristol, operating within a complex, fast-paced and commercially focused environment. Your new role As Senior Management Accountant, you will take ownership of a broad portfolio of management accounting and business partnering responsibilities across the central functions. The role will include: Leading the month-end close and management reporting process for your portfolio. Producing insightful monthly reporting and analysis for senior stakeholders, including VPs and Directors. Acting as a Finance Business Partner, providing financial insight, challenge and support to senior functional leaders. Leading budgeting, forecasting and longer-term financial planning for your areas. Analysing performance against budget and forecast, identifying trends, risks and opportunities. Taking ownership of balance sheet controls, reconciliations, journals, accruals and prepayments. Supporting and challenging budget holders to improve financial performance and cost management. Providing financial oversight of capital expenditure projects and investment analysis. Supporting intercompany accounting, cost allocations, transfer pricing and tax reporting requirements. Working closely with Finance, HR, Tax, Treasury and Shared Services teams. Providing technical accounting support and mentoring to less experienced colleagues. Leading continuous improvement projects and helping develop more effective finance processes. What you'll need to succeed You will be a qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with a strong management accounting background and the confidence to operate within a complex international organisation. You will ideally have: A number of years' experience in a management accounting or a similar finance role. Strong month-end, management reporting, budgeting and forecasting experience. Excellent financial control and technical accounting knowledge. Proven business partnering and stakeholder management experience. The ability to present complex financial information clearly to non-finance stakeholders. Strong analytical and commercial skills. Advanced Excel skills and confidence working with large data sets. What you'll get in return This is an opportunity to step into a high-profile finance role within a major international business, offering considerably more than traditional management accounting.You'll gain exposure to senior decision-makers, take ownership of a significant cost base and combine financial reporting with commercial partnering, forecasting, technical accounting and project work. In addition, the role offers hybrid working, good benefits and a yearly bonus. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
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Healthcare Account Manager
Nuffield Health - Bristol, Bristol
£30,000 to £30,000 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Healthcare Account Manager Bristol Hospital | Sales & Service | Permanent | Full Time Up to £30,000 per annum, depending on experience 37.5 hours per week At Nuffield Health, we're Britain's largest not-for-profit healthcare organisation, committed to building a healthier nation. We're looking for an ambitious and relationship-focused Healthcare Account Manager to join our team at Bristol Hospital and play a key role in driving growth, strengthening partnerships, and raising the profile of one of the South West's leading private hospitals. This is not a traditional marketing role. It's an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys building relationships, creating opportunities, and making a visible impact within the local healthcare community. About the Role As Healthcare Account Manager, you'll be responsible for increasing the hospital's visibility, reputation, and patient activity across Bristol and the surrounding region. Acting as a key ambassador for the hospital, you'll work closely with consultants, GPs, businesses, community groups, and healthcare professionals to develop meaningful partnerships and growth opportunities. Key Responsibilities Develop and deliver local growth initiatives that support patient activity and consultant practice development. Build and maintain strong relationships with GP practices, healthcare professionals, businesses, and community organisations. Identify and secure new partnership opportunities that support hospital growth. Represent the hospital at networking events, exhibitions, wellbeing initiatives, and community events. Organise consultant events, educational evenings, and CPD programmes for healthcare professionals. Support consultants in raising their profile and enhancing patient engagement. Manage local social media activity and create engaging content showcasing consultants, services, and patient stories. Coordinate local marketing campaigns, PR opportunities, advertorials, and promotional activities. Champion Google Reviews and patient feedback initiatives to strengthen the hospital's reputation. Support internal communications and colleague engagement activities. Collaborate with operational teams to ensure patient experience remains at the centre of all initiatives. Monitor performance and engagement metrics to drive continuous improvement. About You You'll be energetic, proactive, and passionate about building relationships and delivering results. Whether you're meeting consultants, visiting GP practices, organising events, or creating engaging content, you'll thrive in a varied and highly visible role. You'll Have: Experience in marketing, account management, business development, healthcare engagement, or a similar role. Excellent communication, networking, and relationship-building skills. Experience organising events and stakeholder engagement activities. Strong social media, digital marketing, and content creation skills. Commercial awareness and a growth-focused mindset. Excellent organisational and project management abilities. The confidence to work independently and take ownership of initiatives. Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications. A creative, enthusiastic, and solution-focused approach. Why Join Nuffield Health? We want you to feel healthy, happy, and valued at work. That's why we offer a range of benefits, including: Free gym membership Pension scheme Retail and lifestyle discounts Health assessments Wellbeing support services Learning and development opportunities About Bristol Hospital Located in the beautiful village of Clifton, Nuffield Health Bristol Hospital - The Chesterfield has a long-standing reputation for delivering exceptional patient care. Our 30-bed private hospital combines outstanding clinical facilities with a warm, patient-centred approach, making it an exciting place to build your career and make a real difference. Join us and help shape the future growth and success of Bristol Hospital. It starts with you.
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Interim CFO (charity)
Hays Specialist Recruitment - Bristol, Bristol
ContractFull time
Charity / Not-for-Profit | Urgent Interim Assignment | c. £130-£150k salary equivalent The Hays Senior Finance executive team in the South East are supporting a large, complex and purpose-led organisation with the urgent appointment of an experienced Interim Chief Financial Officer while a permanent recruitment process is completed. Our Bristol & Bath branch are looking for any CFO-level finance contractors that are happy travelling 3-4 days a week for a C-Suite level role. This is a high-profile executive leadership position with responsibility for providing strategic financial leadership, strong governance and financial stewardship, while partnering closely with the CEO, Board and senior leadership team. We are particularly keen to speak with experienced charity / not-for-profit CFOs and Finance Directors across the South West who are comfortable travelling and being on-site four days per week. The role will include: Providing strategic financial leadership across a complex organisation Partnering closely with the CEO, Board and senior leadership team Leading financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and cash flow Ensuring strong governance, controls, compliance and risk management Supporting organisational strategy, transformation and long-term financial sustainability Providing oversight and leadership of the finance function Supporting investment, funding and significant strategic projects Providing commercial insight and constructive challenge at Executive and Board level About youWe are looking for an established CFO / Finance Director who can step into a senior leadership role quickly and provide stability, credibility and direction. Ideally, you will have: Strong charity / not-for-profit sector experience ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualification Previous CFO, Finance Director or equivalent senior finance leadership experience Strong Board, Trustee and Executive stakeholder experience Excellent financial governance and strategic planning credentials Experience operating within a complex, purpose-led organisation The ability to balance commercial thinking with organisational purpose Availability at short notice Flexibility to travel and work on-site four days per week Package & processSalary equivalent £130,000- £150,000, depending on experience and engagement/pay type. This is an urgent temporary appointment providing senior leadership and continuity while the organisation completes its search for a permanent CFO.If you are an experienced charity CFO / FD currently available, finishing an assignment shortly, or open to an interim opportunity, please get in touch with me directly for a confidential conversation. Client details will be shared with suitable candidates following an initial confidential discussion. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
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Interim Group Financial Controller
Hays Specialist Recruitment - Bristol, Bristol
£350 to £450 a day
TemporaryFull time
The Hays Senior Finance interim & contracts team are recruiting an experienced Interim Group Financial Controller to join a growing, multi-entity business for an initial six-month assignment. Working closely with the CFO and senior leadership team, this is a hands-on role supporting the business through a period of change and growth, with a focus on financial control, group reporting, process improvement and strengthening the wider finance function. Key responsibilities Lead consolidated monthly management accounts and Group reporting Strengthen financial controls, processes and balance sheet integrity Support budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management Oversee statutory reporting, VAT and audit requirements Lead and support the wider finance team Drive improvements across reporting, systems and processes Partner closely with the CFO and senior stakeholders Support wider finance projects and business change About you We're looking for an experienced Group Financial Controller / Financial Controller who can hit the ground running. Ideally you will be: ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified Experienced within a Group, multi-entity or complex SME environment Technically strong in reporting, controls and consolidations Comfortable leading and developing a finance team Confident working with senior stakeholders Hands-on, adaptable and commercially minded Available immediately or at short notice Package & process £350-£450 per day, dependent on experience and pay type Initial 6-month assignment Hybrid working (3 days required on site) One-stage Team interview (slots as soon as this week) Immediate / quick start If you're an experienced interim FC coming available now or shortly, please apply or get in touch directly for a confidential conversation with Charles Maidment from the Hays senior finance interim & contracts team. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
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Interim Credit Control Support
Hays Specialist Recruitment - Bristol, Bristol
£15.50 to £16.50 an hour
On-siteTemporaryFull time
The role A growing business in Bristol is looking for an experienced Credit Controller to provide immediate support to its Accounts Receivable function during a particularly busy period. The finance team is managing significant business change alongside month-end, audit and ongoing systems activity. Following some recent movement within the AR team, they require somebody who can quickly take ownership of a portfolio and provide additional capacity across collections and customer accounts. Key responsibilities Managing a portfolio of customer accounts and proactively collecting outstanding debt Making outbound calls and sending correspondence to customers regarding overdue balances Building strong relationships with customers to encourage prompt payment Monitoring aged debt and prioritising overdue accounts Investigating outstanding invoices, disputes and account discrepancies Working with internal teams to resolve queries preventing payment Maintaining accurate records of collection activity and customer correspondence Supporting cash allocation and ensuring customer accounts remain accurate Reconciling customer accounts where required Supporting month-end Accounts Receivable processes Providing additional AR support during a busy period of audit and business change The ideal candidate Strong previous Credit Control / Accounts Receivable experience Confident managing their own debtor portfolio Comfortable working across a high volume of customer accounts Strong telephone manner and confident chasing outstanding debt Good understanding of aged-debt reporting and account reconciliation Able to investigate and resolve complex customer account queries Strong Excel and finance systems skills Able to work independently and hit the ground running Available immediately or at short notice What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
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Interim Head of Finance Operations/ SSC
Hays Specialist Recruitment - Bristol, Bristol
£400 to £600 a day
ContractFull time
Hays Senior Finance is working with a large, complex organisation to recruit an experienced Interim Head of Finance Shared Services for an initial six-month assignment. This is a senior, hands-on leadership role taking responsibility for a busy transactional finance function across Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Credit Control.The immediate focus will be on stabilising the function, reviewing team structure and capacity, strengthening controls and improving performance across a high-volume finance operation. Key responsibilities Lead AP, AR and Credit Control operations Review team structure, workload, capability and ways of working Improve working capital, debt collection and cash performance Strengthen financial controls and balance sheet reconciliations Ensure robust month-end processes and ledger integrity Establish meaningful KPIs, service levels and accountability Identify process improvement and automation opportunities Review and improve master data and transactional controls Support internal and external audit requirements Build strong relationships with finance and operational stakeholders Challenge existing processes and address root causes of transactional issues Develop a more resilient and scalable shared services function About you This role requires someone who has previously operated at Head of Shared Services, Head of Finance Operations or senior transactional finance leadership level. You will ideally have: Significant experience leading a sizeable, high-volume finance operation Strong AP, AR and Credit Control knowledge Experience improving shared services performance and controls A track record of stabilising or transforming finance teams Strong working capital and debt management experience Experience introducing KPIs, SLAs and improved ways of working The ability to operate strategically while still getting into the detail Strong stakeholder management and leadership skills Availability at short notice The opportunity A great interim opportunity for an experienced finance operations leader to come into a complex environment and make a visible impact quickly, with genuine scope to improve people, processes, controls and overall performance. 6 months | £400-£600 per day | Hybrid working If you're an experienced Head of Shared Services / Head of Finance Operations available now or coming free shortly, please apply or get in touch for a confidential conversation with Charlie Maidment from the Hays senior finance interim, temp & contracts team. If this role isn't quite the right fit, we would still love to hear from you if you're thinking about your next move for 2027. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
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