On behalf of the DSTL, we are looking for a Assistant Financial Accountant (Inside IR35) for a 6 month contract based in Fareham office attendance 1-2 days a week or as required. DSTL is the Ministry of Defence (MOD)'s science and technology organisation, providing unique expertise, crucial insights and delivering battle-winning solutions for the benefit of the nation and allies. DSTL is one of the principal government organisations dedicated to science and technology in the defence and security field. DSTL supplies specialist and sensitive services to MOD and wider government, working collaboratively with external partners in industry and academia and worldwide, providing expert research, specialist advice and invaluable operational support. Assisting the Financial Accounting team Acting and the main point of contact for the NAO in an Audit liaison capacity As a Assistant Financial Accountant, your main responsibilities will be: Supports the preparation of audited annual...

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Finance Manager to join a lovely niche company based in Aldershot. Our client is a well-established, privately owned business with around 30 employees. This is a pivotal role where you ll take ownership of day-to-day finance operations while supporting strategic decision-making alongside senior leadership. You will be part of a friendly team orientated environment with progression opportunities to Financial Director for the right candidate. You ll have the support of an assistant handling Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, but this is very much a role for someone who enjoys rolling up their sleeves and taking responsibility. Are you a hands-on finance professional who enjoys being at the heart of a growing business? Do you thrive in a varied role where no two days are quite the same balancing detailed bookkeeping with meaningful financial oversight? Do you relish the opportunity to make a difference? If so, this...

Group Financial Controller - Hampshire Huntress is delighted to be partnering with a well-established, multi-entity organisation in Hampshire to appoint an experienced and commercially minded Group Financial Controller. Reporting directly to the Finance Director, this is a hands-on leadership role offering the opportunity to shape and develop a high-performing finance function. You will lead a sizeable finance team, ensuring the smooth and timely delivery of month-end processes and high-quality management reporting, while driving continuous improvement across systems and controls. Key Responsibilities Lead, mentor and develop a finance team of approximately 10 staff Take full ownership of the month-end close process, including journals and balance sheet reconciliations Produce accurate and insightful monthly management and financial reports, including detailed analysis Oversee all transactional finance activities, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable,...

Job Title: Assistant Financial Accountant - SC Location: Hybrid/Fareham (3 days/week on site) Contract Duration: 6 Months Daily Rate: £574/day (Umbrella Maximum) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Security Clearance: SC & Sole Uk national The Role: Supports the preparation of audited annual financial statements and external returns, acting as a key coordination point for NAO and other audit bodies. Manages audit liaison activities by maintaining robust reconciliations, preparing audit evidence packs, and providing clear explanations and supporting data for sample requests. Reviews, analyses, and interprets financial data to provide insight to managers, Finance Leadership, and wider finance colleagues, ensuring accuracy of accounts inputs and monthly reconciliations. Provides financial accounting and tax guidance across the organisation, escalating complex issues and engaging with Technical Accounting and Tax Centres of Excellence where required. Ensures compliance with...

Senior Depositary Analyst An established financial services firm is seeking a Senior Depositary Analyst to join its alternatives oversight team. The role covers a varied portfolio of private equity, real estate and private debt funds, including listed investment trusts and UK and non-UK fund structures. Working closely with Depositary Managers, you ll take ownership of a number of client funds and deliver key depositary duties in line with AIFMD and UK regulatory requirements. Key responsibilities Cash flow monitoring and review of significant or unusual transactions Oversight of fund activity to ensure compliance with fund documentation Verification and maintenance of asset ownership records Review of valuations, drawdowns, distributions and investor activity Liaising with fund administrators and investment managers Preparing client and board reporting Supporting onboarding of new funds and clients Assisting with training and supervision of junior...