Finance Contract Jobs in Manchester
Finance Business Partner - Assets, Repairs & Maintenance
Posted 1 day ago by Irwell Valley Homes
The Finance Business Partner for Assets, Repairs & Maintenance will provide proactive financial support and advice to bu...
- Rate £55,500 per year
- Category Undetermined
- Work type Hybrid
- Location Manchester, England, United Kingdom
Finance Business Partner – Customers
Posted 1 day ago by Irwell Valley Homes
The Finance Business Partner role involves supporting the Financial Controller by providing proactive financial support...
- Rate £53,000 per year
- Category Undetermined
- Work type Hybrid
- Location Manchester, England, United Kingdom
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Senior Rent and Service Charge Accountant - Salford, Greater Manchester
Posted 3 days ago by ForHousing Limited
The Senior Rent and Service Charge Accountant role at ForHousing involves providing financial services related to rents,...
- Rate £50,000 per year
- Category Undetermined
- Work type Hybrid
- Location Salford, Greater Manchester
QA Test Analyst - Core Banking - IBIS - International Bank
Posted 3 days ago by Rothstein Recruitment Ltd
Excellent opportunity to join an International Bank as a QA Test Analyst, responsible for driving multi-stage testing of...
- Rate £575 per day
- Category Inside
- Work type Undetermined
- Location Manchester, UK
BeyondTrust SME (Privileged Access Management) - Manchester - 3 months+
Posted 3 days ago by Octopus Computer Associates
The role of BeyondTrust SME (Privileged Access Management) in Manchester involves providing hands-on administration and...
- Rate £481 per day
- Category Inside
- Work type Onsite
- Location Manchester, UK
Property System Specialist - £500 p/d inside IR35
Posted 3 days ago by Huxley Associates
The Property System Specialist role involves implementing process and system improvements within the banking sector, foc...
- Rate £500 per day
- Category Inside
- Work type Hybrid
- Location UK; London; Birmingham; Manchester; Glasgow; Liverpool; Leeds; Edinburgh; Bristol; Cardiff; Nottingham
TPI Account Manager - North West
Posted 4 days ago by Ruby Energy
The National TPI Manager at Ruby Energy is tasked with leading and expanding the Third Party Intermediary (TPI) channel...
- Rate £55,000 per year
- Category Undetermined
- Work type Undetermined
- Location North West; Manchester; Liverpool; Bolton; Warrington; Preston; Chester; Blackpool; Oldham; Wigan; Carlisle
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About Our Finance Contract Roles in Manchester
What does a finance contractor do?
Finance contractors are engaged across the full spectrum of financial disciplines, from transactional accounting and management reporting through to corporate finance advisory, financial control, FP&A, treasury management, and finance transformation. The finance contracting market is one of the largest and most consistently active segments of the UK professional services contracting space, underpinned by the universal need for financial expertise across every sector and the structural preference of many organisations to access specialist finance skills on a flexible basis rather than through permanent headcount. Contractors are engaged to cover vacancies, provide specialist expertise during a transformation programme, manage a peak in workload, or deliver a defined financial project.
The skills required vary enormously by specialism and seniority. At the operational end, accountants and finance analysts need technical accounting knowledge, proficiency in relevant ERP and accounting systems, and the ability to integrate quickly into existing finance processes. At the strategic end, Finance Directors, CFOs, and Finance Transformation leads need commercial acumen, strong stakeholder management, and the ability to shape financial strategy and lead organisational change. Professional qualifications from ICAEW, ACCA, CIMA, or CFA are widely held across the finance contracting market and carry meaningful weight in the selection process, particularly for roles with regulatory, reporting, or advisory dimensions. Sector experience, particularly in financial services, healthcare, or the public sector, adds a significant premium to a finance contractor's market positioning.
What is the market like for finance contractors?
The market for Finance contractors is notably resilient and reliably busy segments of the UK contracting market, driven by the non-discretionary nature of financial management across organisations of all sizes and sectors. The market spans a very wide range of seniority, specialism, and rate levels, from transactional accounts assistant roles through to senior interim CFO and Finance Director assignments. ERP system implementations, particularly SAP S/4HANA, Oracle Fusion, and Workday migrations, continue to generate significant volumes of project-based finance contractor demand, as do M&A transactions, IPO preparation, and major regulatory change programmes. Rates across the finance contracting market reflect the qualification requirements and commercial impact of the work, with the most senior and specialist roles commanding day rates comparable to those available in technology and consulting.
What is the contracting market like in Manchester?
Manchester has established itself as the strongest contractor hub outside London, supported by a diverse economy spanning financial services, technology, media, and the public sector. MediaCityUK at Salford Quays anchors a cluster of digital, creative, and broadcasting employers, while Spinningfields and the wider city centre house the financial and professional services concentration. Several major insurers and banks run significant operations from Manchester, and the technology sector has matured considerably, with both established firms and scale-ups competing for software engineering, cloud, and data contractors. The rate gap with London has narrowed over the past few years as employer competition for experienced contractors in the city has intensified, and for many disciplines Manchester now offers comparable depth of opportunity at a materially lower cost base.
How much do finance contractors usually earn in Manchester?
Contract rates for finance roles in Manchester typically range from £400 to £800 per day, depending on the scope of the role, required expertise, and the delivery expectations of the engagement.
How many finance vacancies in Manchester are there on Quality Contracts?
Over the past twelve months, we have tracked over 3000 finance contract roles across the site, with Manchester accounting for a significant portion. Data reviewed up to June 2026.