Marks Sattin

Finance Manager Cheltenham Part-time - 22.5 hours per week Up to £50K full-time equivalent This successful Cheltenham SME is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to oversee the day-to-day finance function. The role requires someone who enjoys the variety that comes with working in a smaller business and can turn their hands to most things. We're after someone who likes to be busy, is happy to roll up their sleeves and can easily switch between running the finance function to carrying out more administrative tasks. You'll be joining at an exciting time of growth following the company's recent acquisition. Key Responsibilities Daily banking, reconciliations and supplier payments. Processing non-stock supplier invoices and managing the purchase ledger. Monthly payroll administration through an external payroll provider, including pensions, commissions, overtime and HMRC payments. Quarterly VAT returns and liaison with external accountants. Month-end reporting, including bank reconciliations, journals, commission calculations, P&L, Balance Sheet and Trial Balance reports. Managing employee expenses, holiday records and providing occasional office support. Skills & Experience Sage 50 Cloud experience is important. Strong Excel skills. Solid bookkeeping, payroll and month-end accounting experience. Highly organised with excellent attention to detail. Comfortable working independently within a busy SME environment. This is being recruited as a 20 hour a week role but it is envisaged that you might need to provide closet to 25 at month-end. There is some flexibility as to what hours you work but it is preferred that you are office-based throughout the week. We are happy to provide application and/or accessibility support, please contact your Marks Sattin or Grafton consultant directly to discuss your needs. We're committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients, please visit and for our privacy policy.

Tax Accountant Bradford / Hybrid £55,000 + Excellent Benefits I'm working with a well established international retail business that is looking to strengthen its finance team with the appointment of a Tax Accountant. This is an interesting opportunity for an ACA/ACCA-qualified accountant with VAT experience who is looking for a varied role within industry. You'll have the opportunity to take ownership of the business's VAT processes, gain further exposure to Corporation Tax and work across wider financial reporting activities, giving you a good level of variety beyond a traditional Tax focused position. The Role Oversee the monthly VAT cycle, ensuring returns are accurately prepared and submitted, while looking at ways to improve existing processes. Work alongside the wider finance team on Corporation Tax requirements, supporting the preparation of year-end information. Take responsibility for capital expenditure records and fixed asset reporting. Act as a point of contact for external tax advisers and assist with any HMRC queries. Get involved in monthly reporting, balance sheet reconciliations and cash flow activities. Play a part in the annual accounts process and wider financial control activities. Help maintain strong tax and financial reporting processes across the business. About You ACA/ACCA qualified or equivalent. Previous experience working with VAT, ideally with some exposure to Corporation Tax. An interest in developing your wider tax and financial reporting experience. Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage deadlines. Comfortable working with different teams and external stakeholders. What's on Offer? Hybrid working - just 2 days in the office per week. 28 days annual holiday. Healthcare cash plan. Competitive pension scheme. Life assurance. Staff discounts. If you're a qualified with VAT experience and are considering a move into industry, I'd be keen to have a confidential conversation and tell you a little more. We are happy to provide application and/or accessibility support, please contact your Marks Sattin or Grafton consultant directly to discuss your needs. We're committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients, please visit and for our privacy policy.

Key Responsibilities: Managing and processing supplier invoices received through various channels, ensuring accurate allocation and approval workflows. Recording and uploading authorised invoices onto the property management system for payment processing. Assisting with the preparation and reconciliation of service charge accounts. Supporting the management of tenant accounts, including monitoring outstanding balances and debt recovery administration. Retrieving and maintaining utility billing information from supplier portals and online platforms. Coordinating annual insurance renewals, arranging payments and raising tenant recharges where applicable. Overseeing vacant property business rates administration and liaising with specialist mitigation providers. Acting as a point of contact for utility suppliers, arranging account closures, transfers and new occupier registrations. Managing utility consumption records, including obtaining and submitting meter readings. Processing utility recharges to occupiers and arranging payment of landlord liabilities for vacant premises. Liaising directly with utility companies and appointed brokers to secure competitive energy and utility contracts. Maintaining accurate property records and ensuring all administrative processes are completed efficiently and in line with client requirements. Providing general support to Property Managers to assist with the day-to-day management of commercial real estate assets. This role would suit an organised and detail-oriented administrator with strong financial processing skills and an interest in commercial property management. We are happy to provide application and/or accessibility support, please contact your Marks Sattin or Grafton consultant directly to discuss your needs. We're committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients, please visit and for our privacy policy.

Marks Sattin are delighted to be partnering with a highly regarded and growing accountancy practice in Manchester to recruit an experienced Audit Manager . This is an excellent opportunity to join an established and expanding firm with a diverse client portfolio, a collaborative culture and a genuine commitment to professional development and career progression. The Opportunity As Audit Manager, you will take ownership of a varied portfolio of clients across multiple sectors, working closely with Partners and senior stakeholders. You'll play a key role in delivering high-quality audit and advisory services while supporting and developing junior members of the team. Key responsibilities will include: Managing the end-to-end audit process across a diverse client portfolio. Monitoring audit progress, budgets and deadlines to ensure high-quality delivery. Supervising, mentoring and coaching qualified staff and trainees. Building strong client relationships and liaising with key stakeholders. Working closely with the tax team and supporting accounts preparation where required. Getting involved in one-off assignments, technical projects and special advisory work. You'll ideally have: ACA or ACCA qualification. Experience within audit or general practice. Strong technical knowledge of FRS 102 (IFRS knowledge would be advantageous). Excellent leadership, communication and client management skills. Experience supervising and developing junior colleagues. A proactive, flexible and professional approach. What's on Offer? Hybrid working - just 2 days per week in the Manchester office. 35-hour working week with core hours of 10am-4pm. 25 days annual leave. Contributory pension scheme. Life assurance. Profit-sharing plan. Discretionary bonus scheme. Flexible benefits and family-friendly policies. Regular technical training and ongoing professional development. Excellent opportunities for long-term career progression. We are happy to provide application and/or accessibility support, please contact your Marks Sattin or Grafton consultant directly to discuss your needs. We're committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients, please visit and for our privacy policy.

Key Responsibilities: Process payroll information, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time. Maintain employee records, including starters, leavers, absences and contractual changes. Update payroll systems with HMRC notifications, tax codes and statutory deductions. Produce payroll reports and carry out calculations where required. Process third-party deductions and pension contributions. Respond to payroll queries from employees and managers. Ensure payroll data remains accurate, confidential and compliant. Support continuous improvements across payroll processes and systems. Requirements: Previous payroll administration experience. Strong understanding of payroll processes and legislation. Good Excel and Microsoft Office skills. Experience with Sage Payroll is advantageous. Excellent attention to detail and numerical accuracy. Strong communication and organisational skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Professional approach when handling sensitive information. We are happy to provide application and/or accessibility support, please contact your Marks Sattin or Grafton consultant directly to discuss your needs. We're committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients, please visit and for our privacy policy.