This role sits at the heart of the finance team, delivering accurate and timely financial reporting to strict deadlines. You will work closely with operational management across retail sites, providing financial insight, ensuring compliance with group policies and supporting performance improvement.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a sizeable and well structured finance function within a growing group. The role offers strong exposure to senior operational management, clear development pathways and the opportunity to progress within a large multi-site business environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Producing accurate monthly management accounts and regular financial reports for Head Office and senior management
• Advising operations managers on financial performance, margins, costs and overheads
• Monitoring departmental results against budget and forecast, highlighting variances and trends
• Overseeing cash flow, borrowings and liquidity, with regular briefings to senior operational leaders
• Managing and optimising the cash operating cycle across debtors, creditors and stock
• Producing and analysing key performance indicators across all departments
• Ensuring adherence to group financial policies and procedures
• Safeguarding cash and ensuring compliance with internal cash handling controls
• Supporting operational colleagues with financial guidance and commercial insight

Candidate Profile

• Experience producing high quality management accounts to strict reporting timetables
• Strong Excel skills with the ability to manipulate and analyse data effectively
• Confident communicator, able to engage and influence non-finance stakeholders
• Commercially aware with the ability to translate financial data into operational insight
• Organised and able to work under pressure in a deadline-driven environment
• Full UK driving licence

Package & Working Pattern

• Salary £40,000 – £50,000
• Study support for ACCA / CIMA if sought
• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service
• Pension, life assurance and enhanced sickness provision

IPS Finance has 45 years’ experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market. We have built our business on long term relationships with both individuals and clients in all sectors, bringing real benefits to all concerned. Please visit our website to view the latest accountancy / finance and practice opportunities.

This Group Reporting Manager opportunity would ideally suit a practice-trained ACA/ACCA accountant who has gained industry experience and is now looking for the next step in their career.

The role will involve responsibility for statutory reporting, month-end management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations, and supporting acquisitions and audit processes across the group. The successful candidate will also play a key role in reviewing controls, improving procedures, and supporting the wider finance function.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Producing statutory accounts and corporation tax computations
• Managing the month-end close process and reviewing balance sheet reconciliations
• Supporting acquisitions including purchase price accounting and goodwill reviews
• Assisting with interim and year-end audit requirements
• Reviewing and improving financial controls and finance processes
• Managing and developing junior finance team members

The ideal candidate will be ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified with strong technical accounting knowledge and previous experience within a practice environment. Candidates making a first or second move from practice into industry are encouraged to apply, particularly those with exposure to statutory accounts, audit, and group reporting.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious accountant seeking a varied and commercially focused role within a supportive and growing organisation.

If you are interested in this Group Reporting Manager opportunity or would like any further information, please do not hesitate to contact Richard Warwick at IPS Finance.

IPS Finance has 45 years experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market. We have built our business on long term relationships with both individuals and clients in all sectors, bringing real benefits to all concerned. Please visit the IPS Finance website to view the latest accountancy / finance and practice opportunities.
 

Our client based in Bingley is recruiting for a Purchase Ledger Clerk to join the finance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate purchase ledger records, processing supplier invoices, reconciling accounts, and supporting the smooth running of the accounts payable function.
 
Key Responsibilities

• Processing high volumes of supplier invoices accurately and within deadlines
• Matching invoices to purchase orders and delivery notes
• Coding and posting invoices onto the finance system
• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving discrepancies
• Preparing supplier payment runs in line with company procedures
• Handling supplier queries professionally and efficiently
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date supplier records
• Assisting with month-end procedures and reporting requirements
• Processing credit notes, adjustments, and payment allocations
• Supporting bank reconciliations where required
• Ensuring compliance with company financial policies and procedures
• Filing and maintaining financial documentation
• Assisting the wider finance team with ad hoc administrative duties

 
Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience in a purchase ledger, accounts payable, or finance administration role
• Good numerical and analytical skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Ability to manage workload and meet deadlines
• Good communication skills with a professional telephone manner
• Experience using finance/accounting systems and Microsoft Excel
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

An independent firm of Chartered Accountants is looking to appoint an experienced practice professional to join its management team in a key succession planning role with genuine long-term progression potential.
 
This is a broad general practice position offering responsibility for managing your own client portfolio, supporting and developing the accounts team, and helping drive process improvement and adoption of new technologies across the firm. The role will initially involve taking over a portfolio from a retiring Director, with opportunity to grow and develop the client base over time.

You’ll work closely with the Directors on larger and more complex assignments while also playing a hands-on role in team leadership, mentoring, and operational improvement.

The Role

• Manage your own portfolio of SME and owner-managed business clients
• Build strong client relationships and act as a trusted advisor
• Review accounts and tax work prepared by junior staff
• Support, mentor, and train members of the accounts team
• Help implement new systems, processes, and technology improvements
• Support Directors on larger and more complex advisory work

About You

• Strong all-round general practice experience
• Good knowledge of personal and business taxation
• Strong technical understanding of FRS105 and FRS102a
• Confident managing client relationships and leading teams
• Organised, commercially aware, and proactive in improving processes

What’s On Offer

• Key role within the management team
• Long-term progression potential towards Director level and possible equity participation
• Established independent firm with strong client relationships
• Full-time role with flexibility/hybrid working for the right candidate
• Opportunity to play a significant part in the future direction of the business

If you are interested in this Accountancy Practice Associate Director opportunity or would like any further information, please do not hesitate to contact Richard Warwick at IPS Finance.

IPS Finance has 45 years experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market. We have built our business on long term relationships with both individuals and clients in all sectors, bringing real benefits to all concerned. Please visit the IPS Finance website to view the latest accountancy / finance and practice opportunities.

Our client is seeking a Finance Assistant to support the day-to-day operations of the finance function on a 6-month contract basis. The successful candidate will assist with banking, reconciliations, invoicing, payment allocation, and month-end processes while working closely with internal departments and external customers.
Key Responsibilities

• Downloading and distributing bank statements to relevant teams
• Identifying incoming payments and liaising with internal departments and customers to resolve unidentifiable receipts and request payment breakdowns
• Posting customer receipts onto internal finance systems
• Working with internal finance teams to resolve payment queries and unallocated payments
• Completing daily and weekly bank reconciliations
• Processing internal journals, reversals, and transfers
• Managing the remittance advice email inbox/group
• Completing weekly banking processes
• Raising invoices for external bodies across two finance systems
• Supporting month-end finance responsibilities and reporting tasks
• Maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring compliance with internal procedures
• Assisting the wider finance team with ad hoc administrative and finance duties as required

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience in a finance assistant, accounts assistant, or similar finance administration role
• Good understanding of bank reconciliations and payment allocations
• Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively
• Experience using finance systems and Microsoft Excel
• Ability to investigate and resolve payment queries efficiently
• Professional and collaborative approach when working with internal and external stakeholders

A growing technology business with a turnover of £30m is looking to recruit an experienced Contract Accountant for an initial 4 to 6 month assignment.

This is a hands-on role focused on taking ownership of the billing and transaction processes within a fast-paced and operationally complex environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in improving financial processes, strengthening controls, and supporting operational efficiency across the finance function.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing billing and revenue processes across recurring services, projects, and product sales
• Overseeing reconciliations, balance sheet integrity, and supporting month-end close
• Improving AP/AR processes and cash collection visibility
• Identifying and implementing process improvements and automation opportunities
• Investigating system and process issues to improve operational workflows
• Supporting reporting accuracy, financial controls, and cash flow management

The ideal candidate will have strong operational finance experience, particularly around billing, revenue recognition, reconciliations, and process improvement. Experience within a service-led or fast-growing business environment would be highly advantageous.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic Leeds-based tech business offering hybrid working and a collaborative team environment.

If you are interested in this Contract Accountant opportunity or would like any further information, please do not hesitate to contact Richard Warwick at IPS Finance.

IPS Finance has 45 years experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market. We have built our business on long term relationships with both individuals and clients in all sectors, bringing real benefits to all concerned. Please visit the IPS Finance website to view the latest accountancy / finance and practice opportunities.
 

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Temporary Billing Specialist to support day-to-day billing operations and ensure accurate, timely invoicing across the business. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining financial accuracy, resolving billing queries, and supporting efficient order-to-cash processes.
This opportunity could move to a permanent opportunity for the right candidate.

Job Duties

• Process invoices, renewals, amendments, and recurring billing transactions
• Ensure billing information is accurate and aligned with contract terms
• Reconcile billing data and investigate discrepancies
• Respond to billing-related queries from internal teams and customers
• Maintain billing records across finance and CRM systems
• Support month-end billing activities and reporting requirements
• Work collaboratively with Sales, Finance, and Customer Success teams
• Assist with process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy
• Support multi-currency and international billing processes where required

Essentials

• Previous experience in billing, finance operations, or order-to-cash processes
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Experience using ERP, finance, or CRM systems
• Good Excel and data reconciliation skills
• Ability to manage workloads and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Proactive, reliable, and team-oriented approach

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and organised Accounts Assistant to support the finance function of the business. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with month-end processes, and supporting budgeting, VAT, audit, and foreign currency management activities. This role requires strong numerical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively within a busy finance team.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain purchase and sales ledgers accurately and efficiently
• Perform general bookkeeping duties and maintain financial records
• Prepare and reconcile accounts, ensuring all discrepancies are investigated and resolved
• Maintain cashbooks and bank accounts, including regular bank reconciliations
• Process and post journal entries into the accounting system
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting activities
• Support the preparation and submission of VAT returns
• Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts
• Provide support with company secretarial duties and statutory filings
• Manage and monitor foreign currency transactions and balances
• Assist with internal and external company audits by preparing required documentation and schedules
• Ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures
• Support the wider finance team with ad hoc administrative and accounting tasks as required

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience in an accounts or bookkeeping role
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial processes
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Experience with VAT returns and management accounts preparation is desirable
• Knowledge of foreign currency transactions would be advantageous

An independent firm of Chartered Accountants is looking to appoint an experienced practice professional to join its management team in a key succession planning role with genuine long-term progression potential.
 
This is a broad general practice position offering responsibility for managing your own client portfolio, supporting and developing the accounts team, and helping drive process improvement and adoption of new technologies across the firm. The role will initially involve taking over a portfolio from a retiring Director, with opportunity to grow and develop the client base over time.

You’ll work closely with the Directors on larger and more complex assignments while also playing a hands-on role in team leadership, mentoring, and operational improvement.

The Role

• Manage your own portfolio of SME and owner-managed business clients
• Build strong client relationships and act as a trusted advisor
• Review accounts and tax work prepared by junior staff
• Support, mentor, and train members of the accounts team
• Help implement new systems, processes, and technology improvements
• Support Directors on larger and more complex advisory work

About You

• Strong all-round general practice experience
• Good knowledge of personal and business taxation
• Strong technical understanding of FRS105 and FRS102a
• Confident managing client relationships and leading teams
• Organised, commercially aware, and proactive in improving processes

What’s On Offer

• Key role within the management team
• Long-term progression potential towards Director level and possible equity participation
• Established independent firm with strong client relationships
• Full-time role with flexibility/hybrid working for the right candidate
• Opportunity to play a significant part in the future direction of the business

If you are interested in this Accountancy Practice Associate Director opportunity or would like any further information, please do not hesitate to contact Richard Warwick at IPS Finance.

IPS Finance has 45 years experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market. We have built our business on long term relationships with both individuals and clients in all sectors, bringing real benefits to all concerned. Please visit the IPS Finance website to view the latest accountancy / finance and practice opportunities.

An established independent accountancy practice based in Wakefield is seeking a Senior Accountant to join their growing team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Qualified or Qualified by Experience accountant looking to work within a friendly and professional firm with a varied client portfolio.

The role will include:

• Preparation and review of statutory accounts
• Management of a portfolio of clients including limited companies, partnerships, and sole traders
• Corporation tax and personal tax work
• Supporting and mentoring junior staff
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships

The successful candidate will have previous experience working within an accountancy practice and be confident managing client relationships and overseeing accounts preparation work. Strong communication skills and a proactive approach are essential.

In return, the firm offers a supportive working environment, genuine career progression opportunities, and a competitive salary package of £45,000 – £50,000 depending on experience.

If you are interested in this Senior Accountant  opportunity or would like any further information, please do not hesitate to contact Richard Warwick at IPS Finance.

IPS Finance has 45 years experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market. We have built our business on long term relationships with both individuals and clients in all sectors, bringing real benefits to all concerned. Please visit the IPS Finance website to view the latest accountancy / finance and practice opportunities.