Ashley Kate HR & Finance

HR Advisor Southend 40,000 Hybrid working - 3 days office, 2 days home Working as part of a supportive HR team, you'll partner with managers across the business and provide practical, commercially focused advice. Your responsibilities will include: Coaching managers through ER matters, including absence, disciplinary, grievance and performance cases Building strong relationships with managers and becoming a trusted point of contact Supporting organisational change and workforce planning Using people data to identify trends and recommend improvements Contributing to engagement, reward and wider people initiatives Supporting HR projects that improve both the employee and manager experience Helping to strengthen HR processes, policies and ways of working About you You'll ideally bring: Strong generalist HR and employee relations experience A sound understanding of UK employment law Confidence advising and influencing managers The ability to build credible relationships across a business Experience working with HR systems and people data A proactive, curious and solutions-focused approach This role will suit someone who wants to understand how a business operates, not just deliver transactional HR support. You'll be comfortable asking questions, offering a different perspective and taking ownership of your development. About Us We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options. We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies Privacy Notice.

Accountant Full Time Doncaster Salary: 30,000 - 40,000 DOE Ashley Kate HR & Finance are working with a successful and growing accountancy practice who is looking for an Accountant to join its team. This role is ideal for an experienced practice accountant who can work independently, manage their own workload, and build strong relationships with clients. Key responsibilities: Preparing year-end accounts for sole traders, partnerships and limited companies Producing self-assessment tax returns Preparing management accounts Managing a portfolio of approximately 100 clients Liaising directly with clients and providing accounting support Assisting with audits where required Using software including TaxCalc, Xero and IRIS About you: Previous experience working within an accountancy practice Strong experience preparing year-end accounts Experience with personal tax returns and management accounts Audit experience or exposure is advantageous Confident using accounting software such as Xero, IRIS, Sage or QuickBooks Excellent communication and organisational skills Proactive, self-motivated and able to work on your own initiative Friendly, approachable and client-focused Benefits: 30,000 - 40,000 salary depending on experience 25 days holiday plus bank holidays On-site parking Supportive team environment with opportunities for development About Us We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options. We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies Privacy Notice.

Learning & Development Manager Guildford Hybrid Working (4 Days On-Site) 60,000 - 65,000 + Excellent Benefits Are you an experienced Learning & Development professional with a background in the legal sector? Do you have the expertise to build and embed a modern L&D strategy that supports business growth, develops talent, and strengthens career progression? We are partnering with a well-established and highly respected law firm to recruit a Learning & Development Manager. This is a newly enhanced role, offering the opportunity to shape and drive the firm's people development agenda at an exciting stage of its evolution. This position will suit someone who understands the regulatory environment within legal services and can translate learning initiatives into measurable business outcomes. The Opportunity Reporting into the HR leadership team, you will take ownership of the firm's Learning & Development strategy, ensuring colleagues at all levels have access to high-quality development opportunities that support both individual growth and business objectives. You will play a key role in creating clear career pathways, enhancing capability frameworks, supporting succession planning, and embedding a culture of continuous learning across the organisation. This is a highly visible role with significant scope to influence and make a lasting impact. Key Responsibilities Develop and implement the firm's Learning & Development strategy. Conduct comprehensive Training Needs Analysis (TNA) across all business areas. Design and embed competency frameworks aligned to performance and development objectives. Support the implementation of a new performance review framework linked to competencies and career progression. Create clear career pathways and succession planning processes. Partner with business leaders to identify capability gaps and development solutions. Support and provide recommendations to the firm's Training Committee. Lead the design and delivery of learning programmes across both legal and business support functions. Develop blended learning solutions, including digital and online learning resources. Work closely with HR, Compliance and IT teams to enhance learning infrastructure and delivery. Support trainee development programmes and wider talent initiatives. Ensure learning activities align with SRA requirements and emerging best practice around supervision and competence. About You We are keen to speak with Learning & Development professionals who have experience within a law firm or professional services environment. You will bring: Proven experience in a Learning & Development Manager or Senior L&D role. Strong understanding of SRA regulations, lawyer competency requirements and professional development frameworks. Experience designing competency frameworks and career development pathways. Expertise in Training Needs Analysis and organisational capability development. Experience supporting performance management and succession planning initiatives. Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills. The ability to move strategically while remaining hands-on in delivery. A passion for creating engaging and meaningful learning experiences. What's on Offer? Salary of 60,000 - 65,000 Hybrid working with 4 days on-site and 1 day from home 25 days annual leave plus the option to buy or sell up to 5 additional days 5% employer pension contribution Private BUPA cover for employees, with the option to add family members Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice scheme Life Assurance (4x salary) Enhanced maternity leave with 6 months' full pay Enhanced paternity leave with 3 weeks' full pay This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful and ambitious legal practice where Learning & Development is a genuine strategic priority and where you can shape the future of talent development across the business. To apply or find out more, please contact us for a confidential discussion. About Us We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options. We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies Privacy Notice.

HR Advisor / Junior HR Business Partner Southend 40,000 Hybrid working - 3 days office, 2 days home Are you an experienced HR Advisor ready to take the next step into business partnering? This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organisation in a developmental Junior HR Business Partner role. You'll work closely with managers, build your commercial understanding and gain broader exposure across the full people agenda. You won't simply be there to manage processes. You'll be encouraged to offer ideas, challenge constructively and help managers make confident people decisions. The role Working as part of a supportive HR team, you'll partner with managers across the business and provide practical, commercially focused advice. Your responsibilities will include: Coaching managers through employee relations matters, including absence, disciplinary, grievance and performance cases Building strong relationships with managers and becoming a trusted point of contact Supporting organisational change and workforce planning Using people data to identify trends and recommend improvements Contributing to engagement, reward and wider people initiatives Supporting HR projects that improve both the employee and manager experience Helping to strengthen HR processes, policies and ways of working About you You may currently be an HR Advisor looking for your first opportunity to move into business partnering, or already working at Junior HR Business Partner level and seeking broader exposure. You'll ideally bring: Strong generalist HR and employee relations experience A sound understanding of UK employment law Confidence advising and influencing managers The ability to build credible relationships across a business Experience working with HR systems and people data A proactive, curious and solutions-focused approach This role will suit someone who wants to understand how a business operates, not just deliver transactional HR support. You'll be comfortable asking questions, offering a different perspective and taking ownership of your development. What's on offer Salary of 40,000 Hybrid working: three days in the Southend office and two days from home A genuine opportunity to progress from HR Advisor into business partnering Exposure to senior stakeholders and strategic people projects A varied role covering the full employee lifecycle Support from an experienced and collaborative HR team Scope to develop into a fully-fledged HR Business Partner If you're ready to move beyond the traditional HR Advisor remit and build a long-term career in business partnering, we'd love to hear from you. About Us We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options. We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies Privacy Notice.

Pay & Benefits Specialist We are recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Pay & Benefits Specialist to support payroll and employee benefits operations across multiple European countries. This is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive and detail-oriented professional to take ownership of payroll coordination, benefits administration, compliance, and stakeholder management within a growing international organisation. Key Responsibilities Act as the main point of contact for payroll and benefits queries across multiple European locations. Coordinate payroll processing with external payroll providers and internal finance, HR, and shared services teams. Manage employee payroll and benefits administration throughout the employee lifecycle, including onboarding, contractual changes, and leavers. Ensure employee records are maintained accurately across HR and payroll systems. Administer benefit schemes, including enrolments, amendments, deductions, and reconciliations. Monitor leave, absence, and statutory entitlement records, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Produce payroll and benefits reports, reconciliations, and audit-ready documentation. Build strong relationships with payroll vendors, benefits providers, and internal stakeholders. Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, compliance, and employee experience. About You At least 3 years' experience managing payroll and employee benefits operations. Strong understanding of UK payroll legislation, employment taxes, and statutory processes. Experience working with payroll systems, HRIS platforms, and advanced Excel functions including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUPs. Excellent analytical, reconciliation, and problem-solving skills. Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Strong organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail. Confident communicator with the ability to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders. Comfortable working independently and taking ownership of key processes. Desirable Experience supporting international or multi-country payroll operations. Knowledge of employee benefits administration within a multinational environment. Experience with payroll audits and compliance reviews. This role would suit an experienced payroll and benefits professional looking to play a key role in a growing international organisation while driving operational excellence, compliance, and employee experience. About Us We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options. We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies Privacy Notice.

Accounts Payable / Accounts Receivable Supervisor Part time - Charity sector Lambeth 21 hours per week Office Based (Tue & Wed essential) Are you an experienced Accounts Payable/Receivable professional looking to be in a supervisory role within a purpose-driven organisation? Ashley Kate is working with a well-respected charity on an AP/AR Supervisor role, and this is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected charity and play a key role in supporting their finance operations. Our client This is a vibrant and growing charity that delivers life-changing nautical adventures for young people, helping to give them the best possible head start in life. Alongside this, they also provide personal and professional development opportunities for seafarers. Working closely with staff and volunteers, they have developed a clear vision and strategy to continue driving forward, building on the incredible impact already made on the lives of thousands of young people; while ensuring volunteers receive the full support they deserve as a vital part of their success. Based in the Lambeth office, this is an office-based role. Purpose of the Role The main purpose of this position is to oversee and maintain the charity's financial records, ensuring all receipts, payments, and transactions are accurately managed. The role will also be responsible for carrying out control checks and reconciliations in line with best accounting practice, while leading and supporting the staff within the Finance team. You will be reporting directly to the Financial Controller, you will be responsible for: Maintain accurate financial records using Sunsystems Run and reconcile Aged Creditors and Debtors Reports, including credit control Manage direct debit providers and oversee weekly payment runs Reconcile accruals, provisions, prepayments, and deferred income Prepare monthly accounting close in collaboration with the Assistant Accountant Assist in the preparation of annual financial statements and liaise with auditors Support system administration and training (Sun, Unifi Apps, Sharperlight) Identify and correctly code Fixed Assets, maintaining registers and preparing year-end schedules Monitor the finance inbox and ensure timely responses to queries Line manage and develop the Finance Officer Provide ad hoc support to the Financial Controller as required About You We are looking for someone with: Essential: Minimum 2 years' experience in AP/AR Previous line management experience High attention to detail and excellent numeracy Advanced Excel skills Strong communication and interpersonal skills Sage or SunSystems Prepared for occasional travel Desirable: Proven experience with Sunsystems Strong understanding of Fixed Asset Register management and month-end processes AAT qualification What's on Offer Full time equivalent salary up to 40,000pa - pro rota for 21 hours - up to 24,000pa. 25 days annual leave (pro-rata), increasing to 29 days with service Life assurance at three times salary Private medical insurance for the employee, with options to add family members via a loan Pension scheme: Option 1: 5% employee / 10% employer Option 2: 3% employee / 5% employer Cycle to work scheme Access to a wellbeing portal Opportunities for training and professional development Part-time position: 21 hours per week, flexible working available. Flexible across 3-5 days, with Tuesdays and Wednesdays essential Opportunity to work in a supportive and values-driven environment. A role with real impact, contributing to the important work of the charity. If you are an experienced AP/AR professional seeking a rewarding part-time opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact Omair Ali at Ashley Kate Finance for a confidential discussion. About Us We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options. We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies Privacy Notice.

Ashley Kate HR Are working with a busy food manufacturing client based in the Northampton area as a HR Advisor for a 12 month FTC. In this role as an HR Advisor, you'll play a key role in delivering a smooth, efficient, and effective HR service to colleagues and stakeholders across the organisation. You'll provide clear, professional guidance on all people-related matters, ensuring everything is handled in line with policies, procedures, and employment law. Salary up to 30,000 per annum Full time , FTC 12 Months, onsite 5 days per week - must be flexible to work a twilight shift as and when required which would be a minimum of 1 day per week. Provide advice and support on employee relations matters, ensuring investigations, grievances, and disciplinary processes are carried out fairly and in line with policy and best practice. Advise managers on absence management procedures and support them in review meetings. Take a proactive approach to managing long-term absence, including making referrals to Occupational Health where appropriate. Act as the first point of contact for cases relating to maternity, paternity, adoption, and flexible working. Handle HR administration such as processing new starters, leavers, and contractual changes. Support managers with probationary review processes. Assist with ethical audits and HR-related projects as needed. Respond to day-to-day HR queries via phone and email. Conduct exit interviews, record outcomes, and identify trends from the data. Work closely with resourcing teams and managers to support recruitment and take part in interviews for a variety of roles. Contribute to the delivery of induction programmes for new employees at all levels. About you HR Advisor: Confident with Microsoft Office & HR systems Solid knowledge of employment law CIPD qualified (or working towards) Experience in fast-paced/manufacturing settings Strong communicator & multitasker Driven, detail-focused & results-oriented Skilled at building relationships & resolving conflict Empathetic, trustworthy & professional Union experience a bonus To Apply for this role please email or call (phone number removed) About Us We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options. We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies Privacy Notice.