Dickson O'Brien

Insolvency Case Administrator We are currently recruiting for an Insolvency Case Administrator This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous insolvency experience who is looking to develop their career within a professional and supportive environment. The Role The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the administration of a portfolio of insolvency cases, ensuring all financial, statutory and regulatory requirements are dealt with accurately and within required deadlines. Key Responsibilities: Managing the cashiering function across insolvency cases, maintaining accurate receipts and payments accounts. Completing VAT returns and associated VAT work across assigned cases. Ensuring all statutory deadlines are met. Preparing and issuing statutory reports and notices. Completing regular case reviews and maintaining accurate case records. Attending and representing the firm at client meetings where required. Providing support across a range of insolvency cases and assisting colleagues with additional case-related duties. Ensuring all work is completed accurately and in accordance with relevant insolvency legislation and procedures. The Ideal Candidate Previous experience working within an insolvency practice. Good understanding of insolvency case administration and procedures. Experience of cashiering and maintaining receipts and payments accounts. Knowledge of VAT requirements within insolvency. Understanding of statutory reporting and compliance deadlines. Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail. Ability to manage workloads and work to tight deadlines.

Corporate Finance Associate M&A Location: Manchester The Opportunity An opportunity has arisen to join an independent corporate finance advisory firm based in Manchester, as a Corporate Finance Associate. This role would suit a part-qualified accountant looking to move into corporate finance and develop a career in mergers and acquisitions (M&A). You will gain exposure to a variety of transactions, working closely with experienced corporate finance professionals and supporting business owners throughout the deal process. Key Responsibilities Supporting M&A transactions, including business sales, acquisitions and management buyouts. Preparing financial analysis, valuation models and transaction reports. Assisting with information memoranda, presentations and marketing materials. Researching potential buyers, acquisition targets and relevant markets. Supporting due diligence processes and coordinating information requests. Liaising with clients, buyers, solicitors, accountants and other professional advisers. Analysing financial information and identifying key commercial considerations. Supporting senior colleagues throughout transactions, from initial engagement through to completion. About You Part-qualified ACA or ACCA, with a strong interest in Corporate Finance and M&A. Experience in accountancy practice, audit, transaction services or a related financial role. Strong analytical skills and good financial modelling and Excel capabilities. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Commercially aware, organised and able to manage competing priorities. Motivated to develop technical knowledge and gain hands-on transaction experience. About Ballard Evans Ballard Evans is an independent corporate finance advisory firm based in Manchester, advising business owners and management teams on a range of corporate transactions. Its work includes business sales and acquisitions, management buyouts and funding advice. The firm offers a hands-on, relationship-led approach, working closely with clients throughout the transaction process. Joining Ballard Evans offers the opportunity to work within a specialist advisory environment, gain practical M&A experience and develop your career alongside experienced corporate finance professionals. What's on Offer Salary of £40,000 per annum. Exposure to a range of M&A transactions. Close working relationships with experienced corporate finance professionals. The opportunity to develop valuation, financial modelling and deal execution skills. A platform to build a long-term career in Corporate Finance.

Accounts Apprentice - Middlewich Our client is looking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated Accounts Apprentice to join their finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who has some previous experience in finance or accounts and is looking to develop their skills further, gain a recognised qualification and build a career in accountancy. Working alongside the existing finance team, you will gain hands-on experience across a broad range of finance functions, with the opportunity to study towards an AAT qualification. Key Responsibilities Assisting with daily bank reconciliations. Preparing sales invoices for management approval and ensuring accurate monthly cut-off. Processing purchase invoices onto Sage, ensuring correct nominal and VAT codes are applied. Assisting with periodic physical stock counts and recording results on Excel. Helping to maintain and update daily cash flow forecasts, reconciling against bank accounts. Assisting with petty cash management and monthly reconciliations. Processing mileage and expense claim forms. Preparing weekly supplier payment runs using the banking system. Checking supplier statements and following up on missing invoices or discrepancies. Supporting the sales administration team with order processing, order acknowledgements and proforma invoices. Responding to accounts department emails, including customer queries, copy invoice requests, credit note requests and statement enquiries. General filing and administration of finance paperwork. Providing wider support to the finance team with ad-hoc duties as required. The Ideal Candidate Ideally, some previous experience within a finance or accounts environment, even if in a junior or administrative capacity. A genuine interest in developing a career in accountancy and finance. Good numerical skills and an eye for detail. Some knowledge of Microsoft Excel; experience with Sage would be advantageous. Organised, methodical and able to manage tasks accurately. Good communication skills and a confident telephone manner. Enthusiastic, proactive and keen to learn. Able to work as part of a team and use their own initiative. A willingness to study towards an AAT qualification. What's on Offer? Salary of up to £28,000 per annum, depending on experience. Opportunity to study towards an AAT qualification. Full training and ongoing support. Hands-on experience across a broad range of finance functions. Excellent opportunity to develop and progress within the business. This is an ideal opportunity for someone with some initial accounts experience who is keen to take the next step in their finance career, develop their technical knowledge and work towards a professional qualification.