Accounting Jobs in Cumbria

Job Title: Accounts Assistant Location: Carlisle Salary: Based on Experience About the Role As an Accounts Assistant, you will support the preparation of financial information for a diverse portfolio of clients. You will be responsible for preparing and completing financial statements, Corporation Tax computations and VAT returns across a range of business entities click apply for full job details

Job title: Client Services Assistant Location: Kendal Adecco is recruiting an Experienced Client Services Assistant to provide comprehensive administrative and client support. In this position, you will work closely with Financial Planners and Relationship Managers, under the guidance of the Manager of HR & Administration, ensuring that all activity aligns with responsible business practices and Consumer Duty principles. What You Will Do? - Process new business, incremental business, surrenders, encashment, switches, and alterations to policies using company IT systems, ensuring accurate and timely completion. - Follow each case from start to finish, issue policy documents and contract notes, and keep all company IT systems fully updated, including uploading and maintaining all scanned documents. - Co-ordinate with providers regarding clients' change of address, Appointment/retirement of trustees, and any death cases, including liaison with legal parties where necessary. - Prepare client files for Financial Planners, update client information on the IT system before meetings, insert the correct client pack, and highlight any outstanding compliance requirements in advance. - Collate documents and illustrations for the financial plan, send and collate letters of authority and policy information, and obtain policy information and literature from the internet and other available sources. - Handle enquiries from insurance companies and clients as far as possible, providing accurate information, escalating where appropriate, and recording relevant details on company IT systems. - Check daily tasks on company IT systems, chase any outstanding entries, and obtain quotations as required for corporate clients in response to internal or external requests. - Produce valuations for clients as required, taking into account each client's service standard, and accurately record all valuations and related notes on company IT systems. - Update client Factfinds on the IT system after meetings, prepare clients' portfolios, set up all required information, and instigate PFP access with each client as appropriate. - Chase Initial fees from providers to ensure company cash flow is not detrimentally impacted, and run and analyze client profit and loss reports to identify any areas where required income or fees are not being achieved. - Cover reception when required to provide a professional and welcoming service, maintaining a tidy and organized client-facing area consistent with company standards. - Identify any training and development needs required to meet the responsibilities of your role, and complete any additional tasks requested from time to time by management. - Act as a Consumer Duty Champion on committees and across the business, ensuring decisions and priorities are aligned with Consumer Duty principles and supporting the implementation and annual review of the Consumer Duty framework. Your Skills - Demonstrated experience with Basic Word, Excel and Outlook, using these tools confidently for document preparation, data handling, email, and calendar management in a professional environment. - Excellent customer service skills (both internal and external), with the ability to manage client and colleague interactions professionally, tactfully, and in a manner that supports long-term business relationships. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills, enabling you to draft clear correspondence, explain information accurately, and communicate effectively with providers, clients, colleagues, and management. - Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to work collaboratively, provide constructive feedback, recognize others' achievements, and avoid office politics or gossip in day-to-day interactions. - At least 2 years relevant administrative experience, ideally within financial services or a similar professional environment, with evidence of working to defined processes and service standards. - Willingness to participate in learning opportunities/events outside of usual work hours, demonstrating a proactive approach to maintaining product knowledge, system knowledge, and ongoing professional development. - Business-like approach in both appearance and conduct, consistently behaving professionally, maintaining confidentiality regarding clients and colleagues, and not bringing the company into disrepute. - Strong organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize daily activities, keep work and client areas clean and tidy, and respond efficiently and effectively to queries while meeting agreed SLA's. - Proactive problem-solving mindset, taking ownership to minimize problems, researching solutions to challenges or issues, and maintaining a positive attitude to change and a 'Can Do' attitude. - Flexible approach to tasks and working hours to ensure work is completed and business needs are met, fully supporting the Directors/Management Team and aligning your workload with the company's business strategy and goals. Benefits Annual leave is 22 days holidays + bank holidays + currently 3 additional days off between Christmas and New Year, providing a clearly defined and structured entitlement. The role is covered by a Death In service Scheme, offering a specified company-backed benefit in the event of employee death. Retirement provision includes a 3% company contribution Pension Scheme, giving a clearly stated employer pension contribution level. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.

Payroll Specialist (4 Day Working Week) £30,000 - £35,000 + Progression + 17% Bonus + Flexible Hours + Company Benefits Carlisle Are you a payroll specialist with hands on Practice experience, looking to join a global family run business, offering clear scope to management roles and the opportunity of a 4 Day Working Week? On offer is an opportunity to join an established business of over 100 years, is stable and growing accounting practice in Cumbria, who have high standards, who retain their staff by providing a bespoke approach to rewarding and supporting their team and who take pride in working closely with their clients. In this role you will provide a hands-on payroll service for a range of small to medium sized businesses from engaging with them, managing their payrolls, submission and communication with HMRC and providing reports for them as well as the practice, while having support of team members in the business who can support you when required. This role would suit a Payroll Specialist with hands on Practice experience, looking for a 4 Day Working Week within a family run business. The Role: - Full payroll services to clients - Client Engagement - HMRC interaction - Monday to Friday, 8am - 5:30pm - opportunity to work a 4-day week The Person: - Payroll in practice - Qualified by experience We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set. Ernest Gordon 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 our website.

Tax Manager (Practice) 45,000 - 50,000 + 17% Bonus + Progression to Directorship + 4 Day Working Week Carlisle Are you a Tax Manager or similar from a practice background looking to become the go-to technical expert within a family run business that will allow you to become a director within 3 years? Are you looking to help drive the future success of a growing business, where you will be given the autonomy to make your mark within the industry? On offer is an opportunity to join an established business of over 100 years, who are a stable and growing accounting practice in Cumbria. They have high standards and retain their staff by providing a bespoke approach to training and development and who take pride in working closely with their clients. In this role you will deliver excellent value to your clients in a wide and interesting array of industries and help them grow and increase profitability. This role would suit a Tax Manager or similar who has excellent interpersonal skills and is looking for a client facing role in a practice that offers progression to directorship. The role: - Efficiently manage a portfolio of personal tax clients - Advise clients on all aspects of tax compliance and tax planning - Identify tax planning opportunities and provide commercial solutions - Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 5pm - potential of a 4-day working week The person: - Tax Manager or similar with practice experience If you are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Key Words: ACCA, ACA, QBE, Tax, Practice, Accounting, Tax, Carlisle, Cumbria, Kendal, Keswick, Penrith Reference Number: BBBH26404a We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set. Ernest Gordon 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 our website.

Portfolio Payroll are currently working with a brilliant firm who conduct the payroll for small and large companies in the Carlisle area. They are looking for a Payroll Assistant to join their team due to expansion. Working for an established firm the work is varied, interesting and challenging. Key Objectives: - Working within a medium sized team you will be responsible for full end to end payroll for various clients - Excellent Service delivery - End to End Payroll - Maintain working knowledge and understanding of current statutory regulations Key Duties/Taks: - This role will be varied over numerous clients with the main focus on client relationships and customer care - Month end & year-end returns & balancing - Perform manual calculations as & when required - Knowledge of statutory & legislative regulations - Ability to communicate at all levels - Understand the payroll deadlines & requirements - Clear & concise communication, both written & verbal - Ability to work on own & within part of a team - Knowledge of UK Tax legislation Desirable skills and attributes: - You will have had previous payroll experience ideally with multiple client or Bureau - A keen eye for detail - Enjoy working within a team - Personable and keen candidate with a positive outlook - Ability to supervise in managers absence - Excellent communicator as you will be answering queries - Must have strong Excel - Use Star - not essential 51575JTR1 INDPAYN The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.

Client Relationship Manager (Practice) 44,000 - 50,000 + 17% Bonus - Package of 52,000 to 58,000 + Progression to Directorship + Training + Pension + Flexible hours Carlisle Are you an Accountant with practice experience looking for an opportunity with a highly reputable growing business with 8 offices around Cumbria? Would you like the opportunity to work for an award-winning business where you will have the opportunity to make a positive commercial impact with your portfolio of clients? On offer is an opportunity to join an established business of over 100 years, who are a stable and growing accounting practice in Cumbria. They have high standards and retain their staff by providing a bespoke approach to training and development and who take pride in working closely with their clients. In this role you will deliver excellent value to your clients in a wide and interesting array of industries and help them grow and increase profitability. This role would suit a qualified or qualified by experience accountant who has excellent interpersonal skills and is looking for a client facing role in a practice that offers progression to directorship. The role: - To plan, prepare and review financial accounts, and present a completed and well documented file within agreed timescales and budgets - To highlight and discuss barriers to work being completed within budget or opportunities for generating income - To clear outstanding queries with the client before discussing the file and final accounts with the Client Portfolio Manager/Managing Director/Partner, prior to the client meeting - To prepare Business Tax Computations (Income Tax) for review - To prepare/ensure the preparation and submission of VAT returns on behalf of clients - To maintain/ensure that clients' accounting records and management accounts information is maintained as required The person: - Accountant with practice experience - Great communication skills If you are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Key Words: ACCA, ACA, QBE, Tax, Practice, Accounting, Tax, Carlisle, Cumbria, Kendal, Keswick, Penrith Reference Number: BBBH26486 We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set. Ernest Gordon 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 our website.

Accounts Payable Analyst Location: Barrow-in-Furness Pay: Competitive (Dependent on Experience) Contract: Long-Term Opportunity Start Date: ASAP The Opportunity We are recruiting for an experienced Accounts Payable Analyst to join a busy Finance team supporting a major energy operation in Barrow-in-Furness. This is an excellent opportunity for an Accounts Payable professional with SAP experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, ensuring supplier payments are processed accurately and on time. Key Responsibilities - Manage end-to-end supplier invoice processing using Medius AP. - Process invoices and payment proposals within SAP. - Reconcile supplier accounts and resolve invoice queries. - Analyse aged creditor reports and support cash flow management. - Maintain VAT compliance and ensure accurate financial records. - Respond to supplier and business queries via the Accounts Payable inbox. - Support system testing, process improvements, and AP automation initiatives. - Assist with finance reporting and compliance activities. Requirements - Previous experience within an Accounts Payable role. - Working knowledge of SAP. - Experience reconciling supplier accounts and processing invoices. - Good understanding of VAT. - Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word and SharePoint. - Knowledge of the Medius AP system is advantageous. - Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach. - Experience is valued over formal qualifications. What's on Offer - Long-term contract opportunity. - Work within a leading energy sector organisation. - Collaborative and supportive Finance team. - Opportunity to contribute to process improvements and system enhancements

Buyer Location: Barrow-in-Furness Gas Terminal Contract: Long-Term Opportunity Start Date: ASAP The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Buyer to join the Supply Chain & Procurement team at Barrow-in-Furness Gas Terminal . This is an excellent long-term opportunity to support a major UK energy operation by delivering efficient procurement services, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring the timely supply of goods and services critical to operational success. Working closely with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and the logistics team, you will play a key role in driving procurement best practice, improving operational efficiency, and supporting material coordination across the asset. Key Responsibilities - Raise and manage Purchase Orders in line with company procurement policies. - Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers. - Ensure the timely procurement and delivery of goods and services. - Track Purchase Orders through to delivery and resolve supplier issues. - Support material coordination alongside logistics and warehouse teams. - Promote procurement best practice and catalogue utilisation. - Assist with supplier negotiations, contract implementation, and performance management. - Identify cost-saving opportunities through sourcing, negotiations, and contract renewals. - Support continuous improvement initiatives across procurement processes. Requirements - Extensive experience working as a Buyer using SAP. - Previous experience within procurement, purchasing, or supply chain. - Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills. - Experience supporting contract activities, sourcing, and supplier management. - Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. - Ability to prioritise workload and manage multiple activities effectively. - Strong Microsoft Office skills. - Degree qualified is preferred but not essential. What's on Offer - Long-term contract opportunity. - Opportunity to work on a major UK energy asset. - Collaborative and supportive Supply Chain & Procurement team. - Varied role with exposure to procurement, logistics, supplier management, and continuous improvement.

Payroll Specialist (Practice) 30,000 - 35,000 + Progression + 17% Bonus + Flexible Hours + Company Benefits Carlisle Are you a payroll specialist whose worked in practice looking to become a technical expert within a family run business offering a clear scope to progress into a Payroll Manager role in the future? Are you looking to join a tight knit business offering a 17% bonus and the opportunity to work a 4 day working week? On offer is an opportunity to join an established business of over 100 years, is stable and growing accounting practice in Cumbria, who have high standards, who retain their staff by providing a bespoke approach to rewarding and supporting their team and who take pride in working closely with their clients. In this role you will provide a hands-on payroll service for a range of small to medium sized businesses from engaging with them, managing their payrolls, submission and communication with HMRC and providing reports for them as well as the practice, while having support of team members in the business who can support you when required. This role would suit a Payroll Specialist or similar with experience working within practice looking to join a family run business offering multiple company benefits. The Role: - Full payroll services to clients - Client Engagement - HMRC interaction - Monday to Friday, 8am - 5:30pm - opportunity to work a 4 day week The Person: - Payroll in practice - Qualified by experience We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set. Ernest Gordon 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 our website.

Tax Accountant (Practice) 45,000 - 50,000 + 17% Bonus - Package of 52,000 to 58,000 + Progression to Directorship + Training + Pension + Flexible hours Carlisle Are you an Accountant with practice experience in taxation looking to become a technical expert within a family run business offering a 17% bonus and the opportunity of a 4 day working week? On offer is an opportunity to join an established business of over 100 years, who are a stable and growing accounting practice in Cumbria. They have high standards and retain their staff by providing a bespoke approach to training and development and who take pride in working closely with their clients. In this role you will deliver excellent value to your clients in a wide and interesting array of industries and help them grow and increase profitability. This role would suit an experienced tax accountant who has excellent interpersonal skills and is looking for a client facing role in a practice that offers progression to directorship. The role: - Efficiently manage a portfolio of personal tax clients - Advise clients on all aspects of tax compliance and tax planning - Identify tax planning opportunities and provide commercial solutions - Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 5pm - potential of a 4-day working week The person: - Tax Accountant with practice experience If you are interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Key Words: ACCA, ACA, QBE, Tax, Practice, Accounting, Tax, Carlisle, Cumbria, Kendal, Keswick, Penrith Reference Number: BBBH26404 We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set. Ernest Gordon 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 our website.

Portfolio Payroll are currently working with a brilliant firm who conduct the payroll for small and large companies in the Carlisle area. They are looking for a Payroll Assistant to join their team due to expansion. Working for an established firm the work is varied, interesting and challenging. Key Objectives: - Working within a medium sized team you will be responsible for full end to end payroll for various clients - Excellent Service delivery - End to End Payroll - Maintain working knowledge and understanding of current statutory regulations Key Duties/Taks: - This role will be varied over numerous clients with the main focus on client relationships and customer care - Month end & year-end returns & balancing - Perform manual calculations as & when required - Knowledge of statutory & legislative regulations - Ability to communicate at all levels - Understand the payroll deadlines & requirements - Clear & concise communication, both written & verbal - Ability to work on own & within part of a team - Knowledge of UK Tax legislation Desirable skills and attributes: - You will have had previous payroll experience ideally with multiple client or Bureau - A keen eye for detail - Enjoy working within a team - Personable and keen candidate with a positive outlook - Ability to supervise in managers absence - Excellent communicator as you will be answering queries - Must have strong Excel - Use Star - not essential 51575JTR1 INDPAYN The Portfolio Group are acting on behalf of our client in recruiting for this position.

Tax Manager - Carlisle Location: Carlisle, Cumbria Contract: Full-time, Permanent Salary: Up to 40,000 plus bonus, depending on experience Adecco is looking for an experienced Tax Manager to join a well-established professional services firm in Carlisle. This is a brilliant opportunity for a senior tax professional seeking variety, responsibility and a friendly, supportive team environment. Why This Role? You will manage a diverse client portfolio, including family businesses, owner-managed companies and private clients, providing practical and strategic tax guidance. You will take ownership of your own portfolio while supporting senior colleagues on more complex planning projects and mentoring junior staff. What You'll Do - Manage your own client portfolio and deliver high-quality tax advice - Prepare and submit personal, partnership and capital gains tax returns - Advise clients on tax planning and compliance matters - Collaborate with senior colleagues on advisory projects About You - UK accountancy practice - ACA, ACCA or CTA qualified, or equivalent experience - Strong technical knowledge of UK taxation This is a great opportunity to join a welcoming firm where your expertise is valued and your work really makes a difference. Apply now with Adecco and take the next step in your career! Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.

Payroll Manager - Accountancy Practice Workington - Cumbria Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits About the Company W Talent Finance is a specialist recruitment partner dedicated to placing high-calibre accounting professionals across both practice and commerce & industry markets worldwide. With a deep understanding of the finance landscape, we support clients ranging from leading professional services firms to established independent practices, delivering tailored talent solutions that drive business performance. We are partnering with a highly regarded and well-established boutique accountancy practice based in Carlisle , providing a full range of services to owner-managed businesses, family companies, and individual clients across the region. The firm has built a strong reputation for delivering accurate, reliable, and proactive financial support, with payroll forming a key part of its integrated client service offering. The Role As Payroll Manager, you will take ownership of the end-to-end payroll function for a diverse client portfolio, ensuring all payrolls are processed accurately, on time, and in full compliance with statutory requirements. You will act as the key point of contact for payroll-related queries, delivering a high level of service to clients, employees, and internal stakeholders. Alongside day-to-day payroll delivery, you will also play a key role in maintaining system integrity, improving processes, and supporting the continued development of payroll services within the practice. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced payroll professional looking to take full ownership of a busy, client-facing payroll function within a respected accountancy practice. Key Responsibilities Payroll Processing & Delivery Manage end-to-end payroll processing for a portfolio of clients Process starters, leavers, contract changes, tax code updates, and other payroll amendments Collate and input payroll data including timesheets, expenses, and variable payments Calculate statutory payments including SSP, SMP, SPP, and other leave-related entitlements Process salary sacrifice arrangements and other employee benefit schemes Apply annual pay reviews, increments, and cost of living adjustments Compliance & Accuracy Ensure all payroll processes are fully compliant with HMRC regulations and statutory requirements Prepare and submit RTI returns to HMRC accurately and on time Manage pension submissions, including auto-enrolment processes and provider uploads Maintain accurate payroll records and ensure robust audit trails are in place Conduct regular reconciliations and system checks to ensure data integrity Client Service & Communication Act as the main point of contact for payroll queries from clients and employees Provide clear, professional advice and support on payroll matters Respond promptly to enquiries via phone, email, and in person Produce payroll reports and management information for clients, including gross-to-net reporting Support billing processes through preparation of payroll-related client invoices Systems & Process Management Maintain and update payroll procedures and guidance notes Work closely with internal teams to support payroll system updates, testing, and improvements Support the development of efficient payroll workflows and best practice processes Contribute to continuous improvement of payroll systems and service delivery Governance & Reporting Maintain strong audit controls and support external audit requirements where needed Ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures Provide payroll reporting and analysis to support client decision-making About You Proven experience managing end-to-end payroll in a high-volume or multi-client environment Strong understanding of UK payroll legislation, NI, tax, and pensions Confident using payroll systems (Sage 50 experience desirable) High level of numerical accuracy and attention to detail Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage deadlines effectively Excellent communication skills with a client-focused approach Comfortable working independently and taking ownership of a payroll function Positive, proactive, and service-oriented mindset What's on Offer Competitive salary and benefits package Opportunity to take ownership of a busy, varied payroll function Strong client exposure within a respected boutique practice in Carlisle Supportive and collaborative working environment Opportunity to contribute to process improvement and service development Long-term career stability with scope for progression How to Apply To apply for this position, please submit your CV via this website or contact W Talent Finance directly for a confidential discussion.

Accounts Payable Lead Location: Barrow-in-Furness (Hybrid 4 days a week onsite) Rate: £350-£450 per day Contract: 24 Months Morson are recruiting on behalf of a leading energy company for an experienced Accounts Payable Lead to join their Finance team in Barrow-in-Furness. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified finance professional to take ownership of the Accounts Payable function, driving operational excellence, process improvements, and ensuring the efficient delivery of end-to-end purchase-to-pay activities. Working closely with senior finance stakeholders, you will lead the Accounts Payable team, maximise the use of AP automation tools, and play a key role in strengthening financial controls, compliance, and reporting across the business. The Role As the Accounts Payable Lead, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the Accounts Payable function while supporting wider finance operations. You will oversee the performance of the AP team, ensure robust financial controls are maintained, and work collaboratively with Treasury, Tax, Procurement, Supply Chain and IT to drive continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities - Lead and manage the Accounts Payable team, ensuring accurate and timely processing of supplier payments. - Oversee supplier and customer reconciliations, including GRIR management. - Coordinate aged creditor reviews and support month-end and year-end activities. - Drive continuous improvement across Accounts Payable processes and maximise the use of the Medius AP automation system. - Develop and monitor KPIs to measure team performance and process efficiency. - Ensure compliance with VAT regulations, supplier onboarding processes and payment practice reporting. - Work closely with Treasury to manage payment runs, clearing accounts and financial controls. - Collaborate with Tax to ensure accurate VAT recording and reporting. - Identify process issues, resolve posting errors and implement long-term improvements. - Review and enhance Source-to-Pay (S2P) processes alongside Procurement and Supply Chain teams. - Act as a key contact during internal and external audits. - Support the Finance Director with reporting, analysis and ad hoc finance projects. About You To be successful in this role, you will have: - Qualified Accountant status (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CA). - Significant experience leading an Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger function. - Previous experience managing and developing finance teams. - Strong knowledge of SAP ERP (BW/BPC experience desirable). - Experience using Medius or a similar Accounts Payable automation platform. - Excellent understanding of financial controls, VAT and regulatory compliance. - Strong analytical, stakeholder management and communication skills. - A proactive approach with a passion for process improvement and operational excellence. If you're an experienced finance professional looking to lead a high-performing Accounts Payable function within a dynamic organisation, we'd love to hear from you

Accounts Payable Analyst Location: Barrow-in-Furness (Hybrid 4 days a week onsite) Rate: £160-£200 per day Contract: 24 months Morson are recruiting on behalf of a leading energy company for an experienced Accounts Payable Analyst to join their Finance team in Barrow-in-Furness. This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-paced finance function, supporting the end-to-end Accounts Payable process while helping to drive operational efficiency and continuous improvement through the use of AP automation technology. Working as part of a collaborative team, you'll play a key role in ensuring supplier payments are processed accurately and on time, maintaining strong relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers, and supporting the ongoing development of finance systems and processes. The Role As an Accounts Payable Analyst, you will be responsible for managing supplier invoices, supporting payment processes, resolving queries, and maintaining accurate financial records. You'll work closely with colleagues across the finance function to ensure efficient and compliant Accounts Payable operations. Key Responsibilities - Manage end-to-end supplier invoice processing using the Medius AP automation system. - Process invoices directly within SAP where required. - Validate invoices, ensuring VAT is applied correctly. - Analyse aged creditor reports to support supplier management and cash flow. - Run payment proposals and post payments accurately in SAP. - Manage and respond to queries within the shared Accounts Payable inbox. - Support testing and implementation of improvements within the Medius system. - Identify opportunities to improve Accounts Payable processes and increase automation. - Complete ARIS control activities and generate monthly compliance reports. - Support SAP User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for system upgrades and enhancements. - Provide ad hoc support across the wider Finance team. About You To be successful in this role, you will have: - Previous experience within an Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger environment. - Experience using SAP. - Strong understanding of invoice processing, reconciliations and VAT. - Experience preparing reports and analysing financial data. - Knowledge of Medius or another Accounts Payable automation system is desirable. - Good IT skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word and SharePoint. - Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills. - A collaborative approach with excellent communication and problem-solving abilities. If you're an experienced Accounts Payable professional looking to join a leading energy company and contribute to a high-performing finance team, we'd love to hear from you.

Accounts Payable Lead Location: Barrow-in-Furness (Hybrid 4 days a week onsite) Rate: £350 £450 per day Contract: 24 Months Morson are recruiting on behalf of a leading energy company for an experienced Accounts Payable Lead to join their Finance team in Barrow-in-Furness. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified finance professional to take ownership of the Accounts Payable function, driving operational excellence, process improvements, and ensuring the efficient delivery of end-to-end purchase-to-pay activities. Working closely with senior finance stakeholders, you will lead the Accounts Payable team, maximise the use of AP automation tools, and play a key role in strengthening financial controls, compliance, and reporting across the business. The Role As the Accounts Payable Lead, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the Accounts Payable function while supporting wider finance operations. You will oversee the performance of the AP team, ensure robust financial controls are maintained, and work collaboratively with Treasury, Tax, Procurement, Supply Chain and IT to drive continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities - Lead and manage the Accounts Payable team, ensuring accurate and timely processing of supplier payments. - Oversee supplier and customer reconciliations, including GRIR management. - Coordinate aged creditor reviews and support month-end and year-end activities. - Drive continuous improvement across Accounts Payable processes and maximise the use of the Medius AP automation system. - Develop and monitor KPIs to measure team performance and process efficiency. - Ensure compliance with VAT regulations, supplier onboarding processes and payment practice reporting. - Work closely with Treasury to manage payment runs, clearing accounts and financial controls. - Collaborate with Tax to ensure accurate VAT recording and reporting. - Identify process issues, resolve posting errors and implement long-term improvements. - Review and enhance Source-to-Pay (S2P) processes alongside Procurement and Supply Chain teams. - Act as a key contact during internal and external audits. - Support the Finance Director with reporting, analysis and ad hoc finance projects. About You To be successful in this role, you will have: - Qualified Accountant status (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CA). - Significant experience leading an Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger function. - Previous experience managing and developing finance teams. - Strong knowledge of SAP ERP (BW/BPC experience desirable). - Experience using Medius or a similar Accounts Payable automation platform. - Excellent understanding of financial controls, VAT and regulatory compliance. - Strong analytical, stakeholder management and communication skills. - A proactive approach with a passion for process improvement and operational excellence. If you're an experienced finance professional looking to lead a high-performing Accounts Payable function within a dynamic organisation, we'd love to hear from you

Accounts Payable Analyst Location: Barrow-in-Furness (Hybrid 4 days a week onsite) Rate: £160 £200 per day Contract: 24 months Morson are recruiting on behalf of a leading energy company for an experienced Accounts Payable Analyst to join their Finance team in Barrow-in-Furness. This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-paced finance function, supporting the end-to-end Accounts Payable process while helping to drive operational efficiency and continuous improvement through the use of AP automation technology. Working as part of a collaborative team, you'll play a key role in ensuring supplier payments are processed accurately and on time, maintaining strong relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers, and supporting the ongoing development of finance systems and processes. The Role As an Accounts Payable Analyst, you will be responsible for managing supplier invoices, supporting payment processes, resolving queries, and maintaining accurate financial records. You'll work closely with colleagues across the finance function to ensure efficient and compliant Accounts Payable operations. Key Responsibilities - Manage end-to-end supplier invoice processing using the Medius AP automation system. - Process invoices directly within SAP where required. - Validate invoices, ensuring VAT is applied correctly. - Analyse aged creditor reports to support supplier management and cash flow. - Run payment proposals and post payments accurately in SAP. - Manage and respond to queries within the shared Accounts Payable inbox. - Support testing and implementation of improvements within the Medius system. - Identify opportunities to improve Accounts Payable processes and increase automation. - Complete ARIS control activities and generate monthly compliance reports. - Support SAP User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for system upgrades and enhancements. - Provide ad hoc support across the wider Finance team. About You To be successful in this role, you will have: - Previous experience within an Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger environment. - Experience using SAP. - Strong understanding of invoice processing, reconciliations and VAT. - Experience preparing reports and analysing financial data. - Knowledge of Medius or another Accounts Payable automation system is desirable. - Good IT skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word and SharePoint. - Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills. - A collaborative approach with excellent communication and problem-solving abilities. If you're an experienced Accounts Payable professional looking to join a leading energy company and contribute to a high-performing finance team, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Title: Accountant Location: Ulverston We are recruiting an experienced Accountant for a hands-on financial control role at a pivotal stage of the company's development. What You Will Do? - Own day-to-day financial control across group entities, managing bank, ledger, balance sheet reconciliations, intercompany transactions, accruals, and prepayments. - Drive a robust monthly close process, producing clear management accounts and commentary at department, entity, and consolidated group level. - Prepare consolidated cash flow forecasts and support active cash management to optimize interest earned across the group entities. - Support statutory audit preparation and act as a key point of contact for the auditors during their fieldwork activities. - Maintain the fixed asset register, ensuring additions, disposals, and depreciation are accurately captured and reconciled. - Strengthen and document internal controls, including month-end checklists, sign-off routines, and segregation of duties across finance processes. - Prepare monthly management accounts for the leadership team, including KPI reporting and detailed variance analysis versus budget and prior actuals. - Perform detailed review of transactions at department and general ledger levels to identify and explain material variances and trends. - Support UK and international VAT returns, payroll filings, corporation tax workings, and statutory reporting at both entity and group levels. - Contribute to year-end consolidation, accounts preparation, and disclosures, including intercompany arrangements, transfer pricing, related party transactions, goodwill, and intangibles. - Partner with non-finance teams as a trusted commercial insight source, helping operational leaders understand financial data and make informed decisions. - Support international expansion efforts by providing financial insights on international compliance, multi-currency operations, revenue recognition, and scaling the financial function globally. Your Skills - Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, ICAS, CIMA) or equivalent, with meaningful post-qualification experience in financial control and reporting. - Audit experience advantageous, whether practice-trained, industry-side exposure to statutory audits, or strong technical accounting background aligned with clean audit requirements. - Strong balance sheet control capabilities and proven month-end close experience within multi-entity or growing business environments. - Confident technical accounting skills under UK GAAP (FRS 102), including familiarity with related disclosure and compliance requirements. - Excellent attention to detail combined with a calm, organized approach to deadlines and competing priorities in a finance function. - Strong Excel skills and a structured approach to working with financial systems, data sets, and reconciliation processes. - Confident communicator able to collaborate with senior stakeholders and external auditors, presenting financial information clearly and accurately. - Desirable industry experience in SaaS, ecommerce, subscription, or other high-growth scale-up environments with recurring revenue models. - Exposure to first-audit, post-acquisition, or post-investment environments, including implementation of new controls and reporting disciplines. - Experience with multi-entity consolidated reporting, plus familiarity with multi-currency and international operations in a group structure. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.

Finance Assistant Cockermouth Up to £28,000 Full Time Permanent Are you an organised finance professional who enjoys variety, building relationships and keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes? We're recruiting on behalf of a well-established and growing group of businesses looking for a Finance Assistant to join their friendly finance team in Cockermouth click apply for full job details

Accounts Payable Lead Location: Barrow-in-Furness (Hybrid 4 days a week onsite) Rate: £350-£450 per day Contract: 24 Months Morson are recruiting on behalf of a leading energy company for an experienced Accounts Payable Lead to join their Finance team in Barrow-in-Furness click apply for full job details

An established and growing accountancy practice is looking to recruit a Accounts Senior to join its specialist agriculture team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced practice professional who enjoys working closely with rural businesses and is looking to develop their career within a supportive and forward-thinking firm click apply for full job details

Management Accountant Kendal £40,000 - £50,000 + benefits A well-established and growing organisation within the construction/manufacturing sector is seeking a Management Accountant to join its finance team. This is a key role supporting the Head of Finance, offering broad exposure across financial operations, reporting, and analysis in a fast-paced environment click apply for full job details

Lead the engine room of a busy finance function. If you're someone who enjoys leading people, improving processes and ensuring the day-to-day finance operation runs like clockwork, this could be the opportunity you've been looking for. We're delighted to be partnering with a successful global manufacturing business with an outstanding reputation to recruit an Accounts Team Leader . Whilst the business operates internationally, the finance team has a genuinely supportive, close-knit culture where people enjoy coming to work and helping one another succeed. You'll be joining a well established finance team, reporting directly to the Finance Director and working closely with a highly experienced Management Accountant in an environment that values collaboration, continuous improvement and employee well being. The Opportunity Reporting to the Finance Director, you'll oversee a team of three consisting of two Accounts Payable professionals and one Credit Controller, while remaining hands-on within the transactional finance function. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys overseeing the day-to-day operation of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and cash management, whilst leading and developing a small team. Your responsibilities will include: - Leading and supporting the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable team - Supervising workloads, coaching colleagues and conducting appraisals - Overseeing supplier payments and reconciliations - Managing credit control and aged debt - Reviewing bank reconciliations and cash management - Supporting cash forecasting alongside the Finance Director - Assisting with month-end accounting, including accruals and prepayments - Identifying opportunities to improve processes and strengthen financial controls. About You We're looking for someone who enjoys the operational side of finance and takes pride in delivering an efficient, accurate and well-run finance function. You'll ideally have: - Previous experience within Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable or transactional finance - Experience supervising or mentoring a small team - An AAT qualification (or equivalent experience) - Strong reconciliation and cash management skills - Multi currency experience desirable - Excellent organisational and communication skills - Strong Excel skills and experience of ERP systems such as SAP or similar. Why Join This Business? Alongside working for a stable global manufacturer with an excellent reputation and major site investment, you'll enjoy an outstanding benefits package including: - £40,000 - £44,000 salary - Permanent position - Hybrid working (typically 3 days in the office and 2 from home) - Flexible working hours with core hours between 10:00am and 2:00pm - 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays - Opportunity to accrue TOIL - 9% employer pension contribution - Annual bonus scheme - Private medical insurance - Health cashback plan - Life assurance - Employee Assistance Programme Interested? If you're looking for a role where you can lead from the front, remain involved in the detail and make a real impact within a supportive finance team, we'd love to hear from you. Interviews are taking place shortly, so early applications are encouraged.

Payroll Specialist (Practice) £30,000 - £35,000 + Progression + 17% Bonus + Flexible Hours + Company Benefits Carlisle Are you a payroll specialist whose worked in practice looking to become a technical expert within a family run business offering a clear scope to progress into a Payroll Manager role in the future? Are you looking to join a tight knit business offering a 17% bonus and the opportu click apply for full job details

Our client a well establish business, operating in the Energy, Petrochemical and O&G sector are currently looking to hire an Accounts Payable Analyst based from their offices in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria. Job Title: Accounts Payable Analyst Location: Barrow-In-Furness, Cumbria Duration: 2 YEAR CONTRACT Day Rate: Competitive Day Rate - Inside IR35 Hybrid Working: Negotiable to 2/3 days per week click apply for full job details

Morson are recruiting on behalf of a leading energy company for an experienced Cost controller to join their Finance team in Barrow-in-Furness. Yoou will be responsible for supporting the Cost Control Lead in providing control to budget holders supporting cost control of key services contracts and assuring the procure to pay process is being followed and for supporting all elements of procurement, click apply for full job details

Accounts Payable Analyst Location: Barrow-in-Furness (Hybrid 4 days a week onsite) Rate: £160-£200 per day Contract: 24 months Morson are recruiting on behalf of a leading energy company for an experienced Accounts Payable Analyst to join their Finance team in Barrow-in-Furness click apply for full job details

Accounts Payable Lead Location: Barrow-in-Furness (Hybrid) Job Type: Contract - 2 year Contract Day Rate: £250 - £300 per day (PAYE) About the Opportunity We are working with a well-established organisation to recruit an experienced Accounts Payable Lead to join their finance team on a contract basis click apply for full job details

Senior Accountant (Part-Time, 24-36 hours per week) Location: Ulverston Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 Base pro rata, depending on experience About the Opportunity We are seeking an experienced and technically strong Senior Accountant to join our finance team during an exciting period of growth and transformation click apply for full job details

Payroll Specialist (4 Day Working Week) £30,000 - £35,000 + Progression + 17% Bonus + Flexible Hours + Company Benefits Carlisle Are you a payroll specialist with hands on Practice experience, looking to join a global family run business, offering clear scope to management roles and the opportunity of a 4 Day Working Week? On offer is an opportunity to join an established business of over 100 year click apply for full job details