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Butler Rose is delighted to be partnering with our public sector client based in Harrow. They are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Housing Services Accountant to join their Finance & Assurance Division. This is a contract role until end of December 2025, with hybrid working arrangements, and will pay up to £216 a day PAYE DOE.

This role will provide strategic financial support and oversight across housing budgets, including both the Housing Revenue Account (HRA) and Housing General Fund. This role involves close collaboration with senior managers, leading a small finance team, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations and reporting standards.

Key Responsibilities:
Manage and monitor the HRA (£29m) and Housing General Fund (£8m) budgets.
Lead on revenue and capital budget preparation, forecasting, and closure of accounts.
Produce monthly monitoring reports and present financial insights to senior leadership.
Undertake rent and leaseholder service charge modelling in line with legislation.
Ensure accurate submission of government returns and compliance with accounting standards.
Supervise and develop a team of 4 FTE finance staff.
Contribute to service improvement and transformation initiatives.
Act as a financial 'critical friend' to service managers, providing advice and challenge.

Ideal Candidate:
CCAB-qualified accountant
Significant experience in public sector finance, ideally within housing or local government.
In-depth knowledge of the HRA and capital financing.
Strong analytical, Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP), and financial system skills.
Confident communicator with experience presenting financial information to senior stakeholders.
Proven ability to manage, lead, and develop teams.

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Butler Rose is working with one of the UK's leading facilities management and professional services company in their search for a Finance Business Partner to join their team. This is a temporary role until 10th September 2025, based in Tewkesbury and will pay £200 a day to the successful candidate. Hybrid working (2 days/week on-site, ideally Tuesday/Wednesday)

This role is ideal for someone with experience in contract delivery-based businesses and a strong grasp of financial reporting and operational finance processes.

Key Responsibilities:
Cost Value Reconciliation (CVR) Review: Evaluate CVRs across various customer programmes (builds, acquisitions, design services), collaborating with Data, Operations, and Quantity Surveyors teams to ensure data accuracy, correct margin reporting, and timely setup/closure of projects.
Debt Collection Support: Assist with escalated debt collection efforts in collaboration with customers, Operations, and Shared Services credit control.
Income and Billing Oversight: Review accrued income ageing reports and associated billing plans to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Financial Reporting Support: Contribute to monthly P&L reporting and forecasting activities.
Balance Sheet Reconciliations: Support the preparation and review of key balance sheet reconciliations.

Requirements:
Part-qualified accountant (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, ACA or similar).
Experience in financial support within project or contract-driven environments.
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work collaboratively across multiple departments.
Proficiency in reviewing and interpreting financial data.

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Financial Accountant - Callington, Cornwall

Butler Rose is delighted to be working on behalf of a leading organisation within the manufacturing sector to recruit a Financial Accountant. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled finance professional looking to advance their career within a high-performing and dynamic team.

The Role

As a Financial Accountant, you will be a key member of the Financial Accounting & Tax team, taking ownership of key processes to ensure control and compliance. Responsibilities include:

Leading the month-end timetable and ledger closures for assigned business units.Preparing and reviewing VAT returns and assisting with VAT-related queries.Reconciling and forecasting intercompany balances.Managing fixed asset registers, including creation, disposal, and depreciation of assets, along with annual verification.Preparing balance sheet reconciliations.Approving accounts payable corrections and reviewing weekly payment runs.Handling specific tax and regulatory requirementsLiaising with auditors and supporting Assistant Financial Accountants as required.Contributing to financial accounting and tax improvement projects.

What We're Looking For

We are seeking an individual with a strong foundation in financial accounting and a proactive, collaborative approach to work. Ideal candidates will possess:

Minimum AAT Level 4 qualification (with opportunities for further development).Proven experience in a similar role within a medium to large organisation.Proficiency in Excel and ERP systems; experience with Microsoft Dynamics AX/365 is advantageous.A commitment to personal growth and supporting the development of colleagues.

Key Competencies

Success in this role requires:

Team Collaboration: Working towards shared objectives and best practices.Customer Focus: A commitment to quality and continuous improvement.Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a changing work environment.Ownership: A results-driven attitude with a focus on accountability.

Why Apply?

This position offers an excellent opportunity to develop both technically and professionally while working in a supportive, forward-thinking team. Based in Callington, Cornwall, you will engage with a variety of stakeholders, including Site Finance Business Partners, Group Finance, and external auditors.

If you are interested in this role, please apply with a copy of your CV. If you require more information, please get in touch with Matt Jones on [email protected]

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Financial Accountant - Callington, Cornwall

Butler Rose is delighted to be working on behalf of a leading organisation within the manufacturing sector to recruit a Financial Accountant. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled finance professional looking to advance their career within a high-performing and dynamic team.

The Role

As a Financial Accountant, you will be a key member of the Financial Accounting & Tax team, taking ownership of key processes to ensure control and compliance. Responsibilities include:

Leading the month-end timetable and ledger closures for assigned business units.Preparing and reviewing VAT returns and assisting with VAT-related queries.Reconciling and forecasting intercompany balances.Managing fixed asset registers, including creation, disposal, and depreciation of assets, along with annual verification.Preparing balance sheet reconciliations.Approving accounts payable corrections and reviewing weekly payment runs.Handling specific tax and regulatory requirementsLiaising with auditors and supporting Assistant Financial Accountants as required.Contributing to financial accounting and tax improvement projects.

What We're Looking For

We are seeking an individual with a strong foundation in financial accounting and a proactive, collaborative approach to work. Ideal candidates will possess:

Minimum AAT Level 4 qualification (with opportunities for further development).Proven experience in a similar role within a medium to large organisation.Proficiency in Excel and ERP systems; experience with Microsoft Dynamics AX/365 is advantageous.A commitment to personal growth and supporting the development of colleagues.

Key Competencies

Success in this role requires:

Team Collaboration: Working towards shared objectives and best practices.Customer Focus: A commitment to quality and continuous improvement.Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a changing work environment.Ownership: A results-driven attitude with a focus on accountability.

Why Apply?

This position offers an excellent opportunity to develop both technically and professionally while working in a supportive, forward-thinking team. Based in Callington, Cornwall, you will engage with a variety of stakeholders, including Site Finance Business Partners, Group Finance, and external auditors.

If you are interested in this role, please apply with a copy of your CV. If you require more information, please get in touch with Matt Jones on [email protected]

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Assistant Management Accountant - Callington, Cornwall

Butler Rose is thrilled to represent our client, a highly respected and dynamic business within the manufacturing sector, in their search for an Assistant Management Accountant. This exciting role offers the opportunity to contribute to the success of a well-established finance team while furthering your professional development.

About the Role

As an Assistant Management Accountant, you will join the companies over all finance team, where accuracy and timely financial reporting are paramount. Your primary responsibilities will include:

Supporting month-end compliance and timetable adherence.Preparing and posting prepayments, accruals, and other key journals.Calculating and managing intercompany recharges.Preparing balance sheet reconciliations for assigned accounts.Assisting with ad hoc management accounting tasks and wider improvement projects.

About You

We're looking for a detail-oriented individual who is ready to grow within a collaborative and forward-thinking finance environment. Ideally, you will bring:

Progress towards, or completion of, an AAT qualificationPrevious experience working in a finance team.Proficiency in Excel, with some exposure to ERP systems being advantageous.A proactive mindset, embracing change and taking ownership of your work.

Key Competencies

You will thrive in this role if you demonstrate:

A people-first approachStrong customer focusFlexibility and adaptability in a dynamic work environment.Initiative and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Why Join?

This role is an excellent steppingstone for someone eager to expand their management accounting skills in a supportive team environment. The position offers the chance to work closely with internal and external stakeholders, including internal finance teams, Site Finance Business Partners, Auditors, and HMRC.

Next Steps

If you're excited about this opportunity and feel you have the right skills and mindset, don't hesitate to apply with a copy of you CV. If you require more info, please contact Matt Jones on [email protected]

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Accounts Semi Senior

Warrington

Up to £30,000

Join a modern, forward-thinking firm with a strong social culture and a genuine focus on staff development.

A fantastic new opportunity has arisen for a bright, motivated, and ambitious Accounts Semi Senior to join a dynamic and supportive team within a growing accountancy firm. This is an ideal role for someone with excellent communication and interpersonal skills who is looking to progress their career in a positive, challenging, and forward-thinking environment.

Benefits:

27 days holiday (plus bank holidays)Your birthday off every yearFlexible working arrangementsFree on-site parkingEnhanced maternity and paternity payLife assurance cover (4x annual salary)Salary sacrifice schemeEmployee assistance programmeLong service awardsA packed social calendar - including themed lunches, evening socials, and five-a-side footballRegular health and wellbeing initiatives - including yoga, meditation sessions and moreComprehensive training and development programmes - including leadership training, apprenticeships and professional qualifications

What you'll be doing:

Preparing year-end accounts for limited companies (FRS 102a and FRS 105)Preparing accounts for sole traders, partnerships and LLPsCompleting corporate, personal and partnership tax returnsPreparing VAT returns and assisting with ad hoc bookkeepingProducing management accounts (experience in this area would be an advantage)

What we're looking for:

Strong IT skills including Excel and cloud-based platforms such as Xero and SageExperience using accountancy and taxation softwareA proactive and positive attitude, with a willingness to learn and developExcellent communication skills and a genuine interest in working closely with clients

To apply or find out more, please get in touch.

APPLY NOW if your experience, qualifications, and skill set reflect the requirements as set out above and if you feel excited by reading this opportunity.

This role is advertised by Sam Coupe, Butler Rose (AGY)

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Audit Senior
Wolverhampton
£30,000 to £35,000

Butler Rose Public Practice is excited to support our client, a well-established and reputable mid-tier accounting firm based in Wolverhampton, in their search for an Audit Senior to join their rapidly growing audit team. This opportunity is perfect for someone looking to join a thriving audit team.

Role Requirements -

Participate in audit assignments at client locations, providing assistance as needed.Prepare statutory accounts and client accounts for partnerships and limited companies, as well as tax calculations.Prepare trial balance accounts, asset and liability balance sheets, and profit and loss accounts.Draft reports on systems, controls, client business matters, and financial statements.Maintain strong communication with clients and stakeholders, ensuring appropriate manager or supervisor oversight.

Personal Requirements -

At least 1 year of practice accounting experience ACA/ACCA Qualified or PArt QualifiedExcellent communication skills and confidence in liaising with clients.Willing to train Juniors.

Benefits -

Annual BonusHybrid WorkingParking Paid in FullSubscriptions are paid for

This is an excellent opportunity to join a prestigious accounting firm that offers genuine career advancement and a strong benefits package. If youre considering your next career move and this opportunity aligns with your goals, please apply now. I'll be in touch to discuss the role in complete confidence.

This position is advertised by Casey Roberts-Baxter, Butler Rose (AGY)
[email protected]

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Audit Executive
Worcester
£41,000 - £47,000

Butler Rose, public practice is delighted to be supporting our client a Top 40 Firm looking to expand its team. This is a great opportunity to join one of the fastest growing audit teams who are responsible for auditing a variety of clients from large corporate and rapidly expanding owner managed businesses through to academy schools and charities.

Role Requirements -

Leading and executing audits and other assurance engagements from planning to completion under UK GAAP.Building strong relationships with your clients and ensuring that a quality service is delivered.Developing and coaching our trainees so that they become accomplished business advisors.

Person Responsibilities -

ACA/ACCA Qualified or Part Qualified (or equivalent) - Study Support provided.Experienced at taking responsibility for a range of audit assignments.An excellent communicator who enjoys building relationships with their clients.Well organised with strong attention to detail levels.A real team player who wants to contribute to the overall success of the firm.Able to access transport and have a full driving license.

This is an outstanding opportunity for the right individual to join this firm of choice.

If you are contemplating your next move and the above sounds of real interest, please do not hesitate in applying now and I will be in touch to discuss further and in complete confidence.

This role is advertised by Casey Roberts-Baxter, Butler Rose (AGY) [email protected]

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Accounts Senior / Accounts Semi-Senior
Worcester
£25,000 - £45,000

Butler Rose practice is delighted to be support our client that is currently seeking a talented and motivated individuals to join their growing team in either an Accounts Senior or Accounts Semi-Senior capacity. Whether you are part-qualified and looking to grow, or fully qualified with strong experience managing your own client portfolio, this is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career within a friendly, professional and forward-thinking firm.

Role Requirements:
Depending on your level of experience, you will be involved in:

Preparing financial statements for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies, in line with accounting standardsPreparing management accounts, VAT returns, corporation tax and income tax computationsReconciling balance sheet accounts, trade debtors, creditors, and payroll figuresLiaising with clients to gather information and resolve queriesAttending client sites (if needed) and supporting on-site account deliveryWorking with managers and partners to ensure accurate and efficient completion of assignmentsSupporting and mentoring junior team members, helping them learn and developUsing a variety of accounting software including CCH, Sage, Xero, QuickBooks, and Microsoft OfficeAssisting with ad-hoc financial tasks and helping improve departmental efficiencyMaintaining high standards of client service across all correspondence and communication

Person Requirements:

Minimum 2 years' experience in a UK accountancy practiceQualified or Part Qualified ACA, ACCA, AAT or equivalentEnthusiastic about learning and progressing within a professional settingPractice experience in preparing accounts and tax computationsExcellent attention to detail and accuracyStrong organisational and time management skillsGood working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, OutlookAbility to work independently and collaboratively within a teamExperience supporting and developing junior staffExcellent communication and interpersonal skills

Benefits:

Competitive salary and benefits packageFlexible and hybrid working opportunitiesSupportive and collaborative work environmentStudy support and CPD for those working towards qualificationsExposure to a wide range of industries and clientsClear progression opportunities within a growing firm

This is a fantastic opportunity to take the next step in your accountancy career, whether you're developing towards senior level or looking to build on your established experience in a rewarding and respected firm.

This role is advertised by Casey Roberts-Baxter, Butler Rose (AGY) [email protected]

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Audit Senior / Audit Semi Senior
Worcester
£25000 - £45000

It is with great pleasure that Butler Rose Practice is supporting our client who is looking to expand their audit team with the addition of both an Audit Senior and/or an Audit Semi Senior. These roles offer an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking and supportive firm with a varied and exciting client portfolio across a range of industries.

Whether you're newly qualified and ready to step into a senior role or currently progressing through your studies and looking for your next challenge, we want to hear from you.

Role Requirements:
Depending on experience, responsibilities may include:

Assisting with or leading the planning, execution and review of audit assignmentsIdentifying key risk areas and determining appropriate audit approachesPreparing financial statements for limited companiesAssisting with corporation tax computations for internal reviewSupervising and reviewing work of junior team members on-site and in the officeProviding guidance and mentoring junior staffBuilding and maintaining strong client relationshipsMonitoring progress against budget and reporting variancesDrafting Audit Completion Reports with recommendations for process improvementFollowing internal procedures and assisting with ad hoc office and client communications

Person Requirements:

ACA/ACCA qualified, part-qualified, or currently studyingMinimum 2 years' experience in audit and accounts within a UK practice environmentStrong understanding of UK GAAP and auditing standardsAbility to work efficiently, manage time effectively and meet deadlinesExcellent written and verbal communication skillsHigh level of professionalism and client service focusProficiency in Microsoft Excel and WordFull UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

Benefits:

Competitive salary and benefits packageFlexible working arrangements, including hybrid workingSupportive team environment with structured career progressionStudy support available for part-qualified candidates (ACA/ACCA)Regular internal training and CPD opportunitiesExposure to a broad and interesting range of clients and industries

This is a fantastic opportunity to progress your audit career in a growing and supportive firm where your contribution is recognised and valued.

This role is advertised by Casey Roberts-Baxter, Butler Rose (AGY) [email protected]

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Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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