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Job Title: Finance Analyst (CIMA / ACCA Part-Qualified) Location: Manchester (Hybrid - just 1 day a week in the office) Salary: 35,000 - 45,000 Job Type: Full Time, Permanent What we think you’ll love: A Business That’s Scaling Fast (and Smart): This is growth done right. With a clear strategy, investment in innovation, and a focus on people, this business is serious about making an impact. You’ll be part of a finance function that’s close to the action and central to decision-making. A Manager Who Backs You: You’ll report to a high-performing Head of Finance Business Partnering who believes in autonomy, not micromanagement. Expect proper support, clear development, and the freedom to own your space. Hybrid That Works: They only ask for 1 day a week in their central Manchester office. The rest is remote, giving you the flexibility to do your best work your way. Commercial Exposure from Day One: You'll support contract performance, deliver margin insights, and help drive financial strategy—no back-office number crunching here. If you’re a Part-Qualified Analyst looking for a more commercially focused role, you’ll thrive. Your New Role: This business is doing brilliant things in the healthcare space—50 sites, 500 staff, and growing fast. They’re making smart investments in digital services and expanding access to care across the UK. It’s a rare mix: commercially savvy and genuinely values-driven. You’ll be joining a finance team that sits at the heart of operations. Your role will be hands-on, analytical, and strategic. You’ll work closely with the Finance Business Partner and have a front-row seat to how good decisions get made—think contract margins, pricing, cost models, and performance analysis. What You’ll Be Doing: Assisting with financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting Delivering variance and margin analysis to support contract performance Building dashboards and reports in Excel, Power BI, and Datarails Supporting tenders and new business modelling Helping track costs and revenue across multiple service lines Working closely with operational teams and translating data into clear insights This Role Will Suit You If: You’re studying towards CIMA or ACCA and looking to take the next step in your career You’ve got experience as a finance analyst, assistant management accountant, or similar in industry You’re curious, commercially-minded, and not afraid to challenge the numbers You’re comfortable with data tools and keen to build out your MI/reporting skills You want to grow with a business that promotes from within and develops future leaders Why Apply? Because this isn’t just another analyst role. It’s a chance to build commercial muscle, work with people who value your ideas, and be part of a business doing meaningful work at scale. You'll be trusted, supported, and challenged in equal measure - and you’ll make a real impact while you’re at it.

Finance Analyst

An Accountancy firm based in Chester is looking for an experienced Bookkeeper to join their growing accounts support team. About the Role: This role is well-suited to a detail-oriented professional with a strong background in bookkeeping and client service. You will be responsible for managing a range of bookkeeping tasks for SME clients, including work up to trial balance and preparing management accounts. Key Requirements: AAT qualified or equivalent (unless very experienced) At least 5 years of experience in bookkeeping, preferably within an accountancy practice Strong working knowledge of Xero (essential) and other bookkeeping software Confident communication skills and a personable, client-facing manner Technical competence in trial balance and management accounts preparation Benefits Flexible working Training and Development Health and wellbeing Pension Private healthcare Employee and client referral schemes Enhanced family leave Various reward schemes

Bookkeeper

I am currently recruiting for an Accounts Assistant based in Preston and these are not your traditional accountants, they are finance partners and business advisors. Think of this role and a brilliant middle ground between practice and industry. The firm was born out of a desire to offer deeper support to small and medium-sized business owners, building real, meaningful relationships, person to person. Their approach is fresh, progressive, and far from traditional. They leverage cloud technology to save clients time and help them grow, ensuring their business works for them. The Role As an Accounts Assistant , you’ll play a vital role in our mission to provide exceptional service. Your responsibilities will include: Assisting in the preparation of financial statements and reports. Managing bookkeeping tasks and maintaining accurate financial records. Supporting the team in tax preparation and compliance. Collaborating with clients to understand their financial needs and goals. Utilizing cloud-based accounting software to streamline processes. Benefits Hybrid working - Only in the office half of the week Clear progression from the very beginning Being part of a firm that are rapidly growing, which in turn will accelerate your own career growth Who You Are A proactive individual with a passion for accounting and client service. Experienced in bookkeeping and familiar with cloud-based accounting software. Excellent communicator, able to build strong relationships with clients and team members. Detail-oriented and committed to maintaining high standards of accuracy.

Accounts Assistant - HYBRID

Job title: Finance Business Partner (CIMA/ ACCA Finalist) Location: Manchester (Hybrid, just 1 day a week in the office) Salary: 45,000 - 55,000 Job type: Full Time, Permanent What we think you’ll love: A Business That’s Going Places: This business is scaling fast and they're doing it properly. There's structure, there’s strategy, and there’s serious investment in people. If you’re looking to level up, this is the kind of place where the next promotion is never far away. A Manager Worth Following: You’ll report into a commercially sharp, ambitious Head of Finance Business Partnering. The kind of manager who gives you space, supports your growth, and is building a high-performing team. No ivory towers just smart, collaborative leadership. Hybrid That Actually Feels Hybrid: You'll be expected in their central Manchester office just once a week. The rest is up to you. They trust their people to deliver without clock watching or micromanaging. Strategic Exposure: You’ll be at the heart of the commercial engine, supporting contract performance, partnering with operational leaders, and helping shape financial decisions that directly impact services across the UK. Your new role: This business is doing big things in the healthcare space, 50 sites, 500 staff, and still growing. Appointment numbers are up year-on-year (they're tracking over 250,000 for 2025), and they’re investing heavily in digital services and anything that improves patient care without compromising on cost. They're one of those rare finds in healthcare: commercially sharp and values-led. There's genuine opportunity here to carve out a long-term career, and they’ve got a proven track record when it comes to promoting from within. You’ll be stepping into a Finance Business Partner role with a proper blend of commercial impact and technical ownership. It’s one of those roles where you’re close enough to the numbers to stay sharp, but what you do with them is what really matters. You’ll be the go-to person for making sense of margins, cost centres, and contract performance, helping senior leadership make smart decisions that drive better outcomes. If you're someone who wants more than just a month-end cycle, and you're ready to be part of a business that’s scaling for all the right reasons, you’ll want to take a look at this. What you’ll be doing: Leading the month-end close for direct costs and overheads Delivering contract profitability analysis and cost challenge meetings Supporting annual budgets, reforecasts, and long-term planning cycles Building financial models and dashboards with MI support Getting involved in new business pricing and tender support Acting as a sounding board to operational leaders and budget holders This role will be ideal if: You’re a CIMA/ACCA finalist who’s hungry to qualify soon You’ve worked in industry, maybe in a finance analyst, management accountant or finance partnering role You know how to influence non-finance stakeholders and can spot opportunities to trim waste or boost performance You’re naturally curious and commercially switched-on You’re looking for a company that will back you, develop you, and genuinely promote from within Why apply? Because this is a role where your work matters . You’ll be improving how services are run, helping keep them financially sustainable, and working in a business that plays a part in delivering accessible, inclusive care across the UK. You’ll also be joining at a genuinely exciting time, this business is investing in digital innovation, expanding rapidly, and building a finance team that’s central to the journey.