At a Glance
- Tasks: Take ownership of lease accounting, payroll reporting, and financial close activities.
- Company: Leading engineering and manufacturing organisation with a supportive team environment.
- Benefits: Competitive hourly rate, hybrid working, and varied finance responsibilities.
- Other info: Immediate start available; diverse and inclusive workplace.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic finance team and make an impact in a well-established international business.
- Qualifications: Qualified or Part-Qualified Accountant with strong Excel skills and analytical abilities.
The predicted salary is between 21.03 - 21.03 £ per hour.
Opportunity to take ownership of lease accounting, payroll reporting, financial close activities and corporate reporting within a busy finance team.
Salary: £19.49 - £21.03 per hour DOE
Full Time: 37.5 Hours Per Week
Hybrid Working (2 Days Remote, 3 Days Onsite)
Temporary Assignment Until 24 December 2026
Preferred Start Date: 14 September 2026
Morgan Jones is recruiting on behalf of a leading engineering and manufacturing organisation seeking a Qualified or Part-Qualified Accountant to join its finance team on a temporary basis.
The Role
This is a varied accounting position offering responsibility across financial reporting, payroll accounting, lease accounting and month-end activities. You will work closely with finance stakeholders to ensure accurate reporting, compliance and financial control.
Responsibilities
- Manage lease accounting activities and support quarterly audits
- Process payroll journals, reconciliations and reporting
- Complete monthly and quarterly corporate reporting requirements
- Prepare PAYE Settlement Agreement (PSA) returns
- Analyse and report Profit in Inventory (PII) variances
- Manage the month-end close process for a key operational site
- Prepare review files and financial submissions
- Conduct and present balance sheet reviews
- Prepare annual tax pack information
- Investigate financial variances and ensure data integrity
- Support and improve internal financial controls
- Communicate financial findings and recommendations to stakeholders
Requirements
- Qualified or Part-Qualified Accountant
- Strong Excel skills are essential
- Experience within financial reporting and reconciliations
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders
- Knowledge of Oracle, Power BI or Power Query would be advantageous
Why Join Our Client?
- Hybrid working arrangement
- Broad and varied finance responsibilities
- Opportunity to work within a well-established international business
- Supportive team environment
- Immediate start available
Morgan Jones is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Accountant employer: Morgan Jones Recruitment Consultants
Our company is an exceptional employer located in Kent, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters collaboration and innovation. We prioritise employee growth through continuous training and development opportunities, alongside a comprehensive benefits package that enhances work-life balance. Join us to be part of a team that values compliance and integrity while making a meaningful impact in international trade.
Contact Details:
Morgan Jones Recruitment Consultants Recruitment Team
