Accounting Jobs in the United Kingdom
Smart Recruit Online
Trafford, NW
Accounts Payable Operations Support: Assist in processing urgent payments, ensuring time-sensitive supplier settlements are prioritised and accurately executed, support weekly payment cycles, ensuring timely settlement with key travel suppliers, and review, verify and update supplier bank details. Query Management: Handle a high volume of inbound accounts payable queries from global travel counsellors, travel suppliers, and internal stakeholders, and resolve issues related to invoices, payments, credit notes, and reconciliations in a timely and professional manner.
Smart Recruit Online
£30000 - £35000 YEAR
Abingdon, HC
We are a product led business providing SaaS based archival solutions to a wide range of organisations from Cultural / Heritage heavyweights such as The National Archives in the UK and many other national archives and State Archives in the US all the way up to major corporate institutions including many household names in Banking, Insurance as well as Governmental bodies. As a world leader in digital preservation technology, our award-winning software is used by leading businesses and public bodies across the globe.
Smart Recruit Online
£22464 - £26624 YEAR
Milton Keynes, HC
This Accounts Administrator role involves assisting with the purchase ledgers whilst being able to stand in for other members of the team as well as resolving queries with suppliers and procurement/commercial teams; this role is varied and covers all aspects of working on purchase ledger. Trading since 1997, RSR has supported lots of great companies with their office design, construction and maintenance projects, creating inspirational workplaces that motivate staff and build businesses.
Witherslack Group
settle, Yorkshire
Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs – and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. This role plays an important part in ensuring that finances are managed effectively, customers are billed correctly, customer accounts are reconciled and funds are received on time.
Witherslack Group
lancaster, NW
Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs – and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. This role plays an important part in ensuring that finances are managed effectively, customers are billed correctly, customer accounts are reconciled and funds are received on time.
Witherslack Group
kendal, NW
Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs – and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. This role plays an important part in ensuring that finances are managed effectively, customers are billed correctly, customer accounts are reconciled and funds are received on time.
Witherslack Group
milnthorpe, NW
Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs – and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. This role plays an important part in ensuring that finances are managed effectively, customers are billed correctly, customer accounts are reconciled and funds are received on time.
Witherslack Group
ulverston, NW
Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs – and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. This role plays an important part in ensuring that finances are managed effectively, customers are billed correctly, customer accounts are reconciled and funds are received on time.
Candidate Source Ltd
£35000 YEAR
St Albans, HC
Along with a salary of up to £35,000 per annum, you will receive a range of benefits including 25 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays), a Christmas shutdown, life insurance, a company pension scheme (5% employer contributions) and onsite parking. A growing business is looking for a highly organised and detail-oriented Bookkeeper to support the Financial Controller and ensure the efficient operation of the office.
Candidate Source Ltd
King's Lynn, ANGL
As Part Qualified Accountant you will: Deal with one or more client assignments simultaneously, building working relationships at peer client level and gaining knowledge of your clients’ businesses. We are keen to speak to people about this Part Qualified Accountant role who have the following skills and experience: AAT qualified, QBE or part qualified ACA / ACCA.
Digiden Ltd
Sheffield, Yorkshire
The James is an award-winning and fast-growing portfolio of Build-to-Rent (BTR) properties, delivering premium, community-driven living experiences across the UK’s key regional cities. Location: Sheffield, UK (with occasional trips to Liverpool, Manchester and Birmingham) Reports to: Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Head Office staff .
Digiden Ltd
Birmingham, MID
Due to continued growth and new long-term contracts with a tier 1 contractors, they are looking for an experienced National account manager to join their team to building, develop and maintaining strong relationships with key accounts and national accounts, which will also include managing HS2 related business. The role will include maintaining, developing, and growing the relationship between the DP Building Systems, new and existing customers, including working closely with suppliers and the management team selling their full range portfolio cable management systems across a selection.
Wine & Co
£35000 - £45000 YEAR
Leeds, Yorkshire
Other suitable skills and experience include Client Manager, Accountant, Practice Accountant, Tax Accountant, Senior Accountant, Management Accountant, Finance Business Partner, Accounts Manager, Audit Senior, Bookkeeping Manager. If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click “apply” today and check your inbox for an email providing more information on how to complete your application and provide any other supporting documents.
Get Staffed Online Recruitment Online Recruitment
£25000 - £35000 YEAR
Edinburgh, Scotland
Established in 1995, our client has spent the past 30 years building an enviable reputation for delivering excellent advice and first-class service to both business and personal clients. You'll assist in preparing accounts, processing VAT returns, handling bookkeeping tasks, and supporting the wider team while receiving full study support.
Get Staffed Online Recruitment Online Recruitment
£27000 - £40000 YEAR
Exeter, SW
Our client is a small, friendly accountancy practice based in Exeter, Devon, offering a holistic and personalised service to a wide range of clients. As an Accountant, you will be the primary point of contact for your own portfolio of clients, which includes limited companies, sole traders, and partnerships across a range of sectors.
Get Staffed Online Recruitment Online Recruitment
£35000 - £40000 YEAR
Abingdon, HC
Based just outside Abingdon, they're proud to be known as "the accountants that care”, with a strong reputation for responsive service, practical advice, and genuine client support. In this key role, you'll be responsible for: Preparing and finalising year-end accounts and tax returns for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies.
Get Staffed Online Recruitment Online Recruitment
£38000 - £45000 YEAR
Edinburgh, Scotland
Our client is not just a firm, they are a team that values trust, development, and balance, and are now looking for a Qualified Accountant with leadership experience to join their Edinburgh office. They believe that when the team is happy, motivated, and equipped with the right tools, they can do their best work for clients, and that shows in the feedback and referrals they receive.
Get Staffed Online Recruitment Online Recruitment
£44000 - £55000 YEAR
Edinburgh, Scotland
In this key role, you will manage a varied portfolio of clients, provide high-quality accounting and advisory services, and support the continued growth of the practice. Established in 1995, our client has spent the past 30 years building an enviable reputation for delivering excellent advice and first-class service to both business and personal clients.
Accounting Jobs Overview
With a projected growth of 6.3% over the next six years, accounting jobs are a solid and stable career choice. Accountants are essential to every company and industry, from the smallest start-ups to the largest corporations. The accounting department is the backbone of an organisation, as they’re in charge of the budget and financial operations.
Highly organised, flexible, and detail-oriented people are usually a great fit for accountant jobs. Add a pinch of a proclivity toward teamwork and a dash of being able to simplify and explain complex concepts and you have a recipe for the perfect accountant. As an accountant, your main duties will include budgeting, auditing, and forecasting company performance; ensuring compliance with laws and regulations; and finding solutions to reduce costs.
If numbers are your passion, you’ll want to explore a wide variety of jobs in accounting. You’ll find interesting and fulfilling careers such as:
Accountant Education and Skills
University degrees in finance, accounting or business studies are usually required to become an accountant. However, for some positions, it might be sufficient to take college courses such as the following:
- Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping
- Level 2 Certificate in Accounting
- Level 3 Certificate in Financial Studies
- T Level in Accounting
Job seekers may also get a certification from a reputable professional accountant organisation like the ATT Foundation, ACCA, ACA, or CIMA after they finish college.
To excel in the accounting industry, you must have advanced numeracy and quantitative skills, along with problem-solving and analytical capabilities. Time-management skills and the ability to meet deadlines are also crucial. Pair that with strong written and oral communication, and you’ll be well on your way to becoming an accountant, as accountants must be able to interact with both clients and different departments within an organisation.
Find out more about this role in this accountant job description from Monster.
Update Your Accountant CV
Ready to apply for your first accountant job? Start by creating a compelling CV, emphasising the following:
- Your proficiency in bookkeeping analytics software, payroll processing software, and financial reporting tools.
- Your knowledge of accounting standards and enterprise resource planning, citing refresher course you’ve taken.
- Your time-management skills. “Time is money” is not just a saying in accounting. Provide examples of how you stay organised and meet deadlines.
- Hard numbers that support your accomplishments and prove you are capable of handling large data sets.
If you need inspiration, take a look at Monster’s financial accountant CV template.
After you’ve finished your CV, turn your attention to writing a cover letter. Cover letters are a great way to grab recruiters’ attention and give them more details about your skills and aspirations. We have a sample cover letter for accountancy jobs to help you get started.
Interviewing for Accounting Jobs
Prior to an interview, it’s always a good idea to explore the company’s website to learn about their business model and what their objectives are for the future. This can give you an idea of what qualities they’re looking for in new employees. You’ll also need to showcase a diverse skill set in your interview, from your number know-how to your software skills. Some questions you might get asked are:
- What types of accounting software are you familiar with?
- How do you reduce the chance that you’ll make a mistake?
- How do you organise and prioritise?
- Describe a time when you had to explain a complex accounting issue to someone without an accounting background.
Discover how to answer other popular interview questions for accountants using the STAR method, as suggested by Monster’s interview questions guide.
How Much Do Accounting Jobs Pay?
According to LMI for All, accountants are paid £45,760 per year on average in the UK. In-demand skills and more specific qualifications may increase your salary. For instance, experienced tax advisers may receive about £60,000 a year in England.
Want to Learn More About a Company?
Fancy finding all the information about companies who are currently hiring accountants in one spot? Explore Monster’s company profiles, where you can look for information about companies, filtering by industry to easily narrow your search. You’ll get useful information about:
- company history and achievements
- company size
- benefits available to employees
- new job listings
Roll Up Your Sleeves to Start Your Job Hunt
Ready to start evaluating what accounting jobs are on offer? All you have to do is create a profile with Monster. Once you do, you can upload your CV so recruiters can find you in our candidate database. We’ll also notify you about all the latest accounting job opportunities, so you never miss a chance to apply.