Vardey Recruitment

Finance Assistant - Accounts Assistant 27,000- 29,000 + Study Support + Superb Benefits + Hybrid working Christchurch - Dorset - Near Bournemouth Vardey Recruitment are working in partnership with a fantastic employer who is seeking a motivated and detail-focused Finance Assistant / Accounts Assistant to join a busy finance team based in Christchurch Dorset (Near Bournemouth). This is an excellent opportunity for someone studying towards an accounting qualification eg AAT/ACCA/CIMA, who is looking to expand their experience across a broad range of finance duties. The Accounts Assistant / Finance Assistant Job plays a key part in ensuring accurate financial processing, reconciliations, and reporting across bank accounts, credit cards, petty cash, and miscellaneous expenses. There will be further opportunities to progress within the Finance team as the team is ambitious and growing! Key Responsibilities of Accounts Assistant / Finance Assistant Reconciliation of bank accounts for multiple entities Reconciliation of credit card accounts, petty cash, and miscellaneous expenses Preparation and posting of journals, including VAT-related entries Daily posting of direct bankings Supporting accurate financial reporting and cash flow information Providing occasional cover for other finance roles and general administrative accounts support Updating of bank mandates Improving processes and project work About You As Finance Assistant / Accounts Assistant Currently studying towards an accounting qualification (AAT, ACCA,CIMA or equivalent) - stopped or paused study will also be considered. Strong understanding of reconciliations and bookkeeping Knowledge of VAT is essential or highly desirable Highly numerate with excellent attention to detail Strong organisational and analytical skills Confident using accounting systems and Microsoft Excel (intermediate level or above) Able to manage workload, meet deadlines, and work well under pressure Salary & Benefits: Salary circa 27,000 - 29,000, depending on experience Full-time, permanent role with long-term stability and career growth Full study support - AAT/ACCA/CIMA Hybrid working Supportive and friendly, fun, social finance team Ongoing training and development Fantastic staff benefits, including: Discounts across the products/retail places Use of facilities - pool and gym usage! Progression within a fantastic finance team! By applying for this role, you authorise Vardey Recruitment to contact you and provide recruitment-related services. Please refer to our privacy policy for further details. Ref; Accounts Assistant - Finance Assistant - Dorset- Bournemouth - April

Part-Time Finance Manager Luxury Hotel - South Coast of UK Isle of Wight Accessible from Lymington - Near Hampshire/Dorset Borders Circa £50,000 pro rata + superb benefits, sub. accommodation if required +bonus 30 hours per week Flexible on days Hybrid working some office based work required in IOW Vardey Recruitment is proud to partner with a prestigious luxury hotel on the Isle of Wight to recruit an experienced Part-Time Finance Manager. This is a senior, standalone role offering full ownership of the finance function within a dynamic, multi-revenue hospitality environment. The position is part-time (30 hours per week), providing a great balance of flexibility and responsibility, with a blend of on-site and remote working. Working closely with the General Manager, you will play a pivotal role in driving financial performance, supporting strategic decision-making, and ensuring strong financial controls across the business. Working closely with the General Manager you will play a key role in driving financial performance, supporting strategic decision-making, and ensuring robust financial controls across the business. The Part-Time Finance Job Role on the IOW - Isle of Wight As Finance Manager, you will take responsibility for the end-to-end finance function, including: Production of monthly management accounts with detailed P&L analysis across rooms, food & beverage, and other revenue streams Delivery of insightful financial reporting, including variance analysis and performance commentary Ownership of budgeting and forecasting processes Analysis of key hospitality KPIs to support profitability Cash flow management and oversight of weekly payment runs Maintenance of strong internal controls, including stock and POS audits Oversight of payroll (outsourced), ensuring compliance with HMRC and Tronc regulations Preparation of statutory accounts and management of VAT/PAYE submissions Liaison with external stakeholders including accountants, banks, and advisors About You As An Accountant We are seeking a commercially minded finance manager / professional who thrives in a "hands-on" environment seeking reduced hours. Ideally a fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) or QBE will be considered Proven experience in a similar role, ideally within hospitality, leisure, or a multi-revenue business - other industries will be considered. Strong Excel skills Ability to translate financial data into clear, actionable insights for non-finance stakeholders Proactive, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced operational setting The role is commutable from the mainland although living on the Isle of Wight would be more convenient. Travel from Lymington, Portsmouth or Southampton is possible as subsidised accommodation available What s on Offer Competitive salary circa £50,000 pro rata - depending on experience. Staff discounts on accommodation and food & beverage On-site parking Subsidised accommodation (if required) Opportunity to make a real impact in a growing and well-invested hospitality business Reduced hours to 30 hours a week - across 5 days or 4. Office based approx. 2 or 3 days a week in office based on Isle of Wight Working from home / hybrid working Apply Now This role is being managed by a Vardey Recruitment a recruitment partner on behalf of the employer. All applications will be handled in strict confidence. By applying for this role, you authorise Vardey Recruitment to contact you and provide recruitment-related services. Please refer to our privacy policy for further details. REF: IOW Isle of Wight Finance Job, Accountant near Lymington, Freshwater, Totland, Newport, Cowes, Yarmouth - Part-Time - Dorset - Hampshire

Finance Assistant / Accounts Assistant / Accounts Trainee Hybrid - Ferndown - near Bournemouth in Dorset - with AAT Study Support Ready to kickstart your Finance career? Join our clients amazing Finance Team, based in Ferndown, Dorset. Become part of this exciting leisure company who are looking to grow the Finance team. This is a superb accounts assistant job for someone seeking their first job in accounts or maybe has some basic accounts administration experience - ie Purchase Ledger who enjoys detail, problem-solving, and transactional accounting and wants to keep learning over time. This Accounts Assistant Job will offer AAT study support (after probation) and you will gain "hands-on" accountancy experience whilst working in a supportive, friendly, professional and fast paced environment. What you ll be doing: Processing invoices and reconciling supplier statements - purchase ledger Making supplier payments in GBP and foreign currencies Reconciling credit card payments Preparing daily bank reconciliations Assisting with cashflow, month-end, and year-end tasks Helping clients, agents, and suppliers with queries Using Excel to formula level What we re looking for: A genuine interest in Finance (and enthusiasm to start AAT or keep studying to completion) Maybe a Finance & Accountancy Graduate seeking first job? Basic understanding of bookkeeping or accounting principles Confident with Excel Accurate, detail-focused, and good with numbers A proactive team player who s motivated to keep learning! Why you ll enjoy working for this company: Hybrid working (office in Ferndown) - 3 days office approximately. Full AAT study support (after probation) + training Flexible and amazing team and down to earth management team Clear opportunities to develop your career Employee discounts Able to keep learning within accountancy Health & wellbeing programme Company pension Fun, hard-working and flexible culture! This is your chance to turn your interest in Finance into a rewarding career with support, training, and some great benefits along the way. This role would very much suit an individual on their AAT career pathway. By applying for this role, you are authorising Vardey Recruitment a recruitment agent, to contact you and to provide services and information relating to job hunting activities. Please see our privacy policy for further details. Ref: Accounts Assistant - Finance Assistant - AAT - Dorset - Bournemouth