Howett Thorpe

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Howett Thorpe Farnborough, Hampshire
Feb 26, 2026
Full time
Our client is a well-established family-owned multi-sector organisation who are seeking an experienced Finance Manager to lead the day-to-day financial operations of the business. This is a hands-on role responsible for financial control, reporting, and maintaining the integrity of the Group s accounting function, while managing a small finance team and supporting strategic decision-making. The position would suit a commercially aware, highly organised individual who combines strong technical expertise with a practical, operational approach and would be ideal for someone who enjoys autonomy, variety, and responsibility. Job Title: Finance Manager Job Type: Permanent Location: Farnborough Salary: circa £55,000 p.a. D.O.E. Reference no: 15936 Finance Manager About The Role Oversee the Group s accounting and payroll functions, ensuring strong financial control. Prepare monthly management accounts for all entities, including consolidated Group P&L and EBITDA reporting. Produce Group cashflow forecasts and financial models to support planning. Review statutory accounts, maintain fixed asset registers, and ensure accurate ledger postings Prepare year-end audit schedules, and manage auditor queries. Manage and support a finance team of four covering ledgers, payroll, and management accounts across multiple divisions. Ensure compliance with VAT, corporation tax, CIS, and statutory requirements (HMRC, auditors, banks, and other bodies). Provide financial analysis and KPI reporting. Support budgeting, treasury management and debt financing requirements. The successful Finance Manager will have: AAT Level 4, ACCA/CIMA part-qualified, fully qualified, or QBE with significant senior finance experience. Experience within multi-entity organisations, including audit preparation, statutory accounts, VAT, and payroll. Strong financial modelling capability and intermediate Excel skills Proven ability to lead, manage, and develop a small finance team. Highly organised, detail-oriented communicator who can work independently and stay calm under pressure. Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)
Howett Thorpe Bordon, Hampshire
Feb 24, 2026
Full time
This well-established public sector organisation are looking for an experienced finance professional to join their team. This role is being offered on a permanent basis and is part time working 21 hours per week. Providing day-to-day financial management, this role will report to the General Manager and would suit someone who has solid all-round finance experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while working independently. Job Title: Part time Finance Officer Job Type: Permanent (Part time) Location: Bordon Salary: £33,000 (FTE) Reference no: 15997 Part time Finance Officer About The Role Provide day-to-day financial management, including budgeting, reporting, payroll, payments, and compliance, ensuring accurate records, effective controls, and adherence to statutory requirements. Oversee day-to-day finances in line with local authority regulations, legislation, and accounting standards. Prepare annual financial statements, internal control statement, and liaise with external auditors. Produce monthly management accounts, variance analysis, bank reconciliations, and budget monitoring reports. Manage staff payroll, tax/NI compliance, and statutory returns. Maintain VAT records and submit returns/reclaims. Maintain accurate records of income, expenditure, assets, and liabilities. Prepare annual budgets. Process invoices, ensure timely payments/collections, and resolve discrepancies. Manage bank mandates, authorisations and signatories. Maintain an accurate asset register to audit standards. The successful candidate will have: Strong financial and accounting experience. Accounting qualifications to AAT or equivalent level Excellent written and oral communication skills. Strong analytical skills. Accuracy and attention to detail Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)
Howett Thorpe Basingstoke, Hampshire
Feb 24, 2026
Full time
Join a fast-growing firm as a Senior Tax Manager in Outsourcing, leading the delivery of tax compliance services with a focus on digital processes. You will manage a team, develop operational workflows, and ensure clients are fully compliant, including under Making Tax Digital for Income Tax (MTD IT). This is a senior role offering exposure to clients, leadership opportunities, and the chance to shape a new, high-volume service line. Senior Tax Manager - Outsourcing / Compliance - Benefits Hybrid and flexible working Rapid career progression in a growing company Continuous development opportunities to increase technical knowledge and skills Monthly internal recognition awards for contributions and achievements Generous holiday allowance with options to trade, flex, or receive additional days based on service Dedicated wellbeing day each year Access to Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 online GP, second medical opinions, and mental health support Confidential wellbeing platform offering 1-to-1 sessions with therapists, counsellors, and coaches Discounts across a wide range of retailers Health cash plan reimbursing routine health appointments Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme Client and employee referral bonuses Death in service life assurance Enhanced family leave policies Senior Tax Manager - Outsourcing / Compliance - About The Role You will be responsible for overseeing tax compliance with a strong emphasis on Making Tax Digital. The role works closely with internal teams and clients to ensure MTD obligations are met and embedded into day to day tax processes. Key responsibilities: Own and develop the firm's approach to tax compliance with specific responsibility for Making Tax Digital Act as the internal subject matter expert on MTD requirements across relevant taxes Ensure clients are compliant with current and upcoming MTD legislation Review and improve tax compliance processes, systems and controls Work with technology and systems teams to implement and optimise MTD solutions Support and advise colleagues on technical and practical MTD matters Monitor legislative and regulatory changes affecting tax compliance and MTD Liaise with HMRC where required on compliance and reporting matters The successful Senior Tax Manager - Outsourcing / Compliance will have: Strong background in tax compliance In depth knowledge of Making Tax Digital Formal Tax qualification (ATT or CTA) is preferred but not essential Experience working with HMRC reporting requirements Strong understanding of tax systems and digital reporting tools Ability to interpret legislation and apply it in practice Experience supporting or leading process change within tax Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
Howett Thorpe Knaphill, Surrey
Jan 20, 2026
Full time
We are delighted to be working with one of the most prestigious firms in the country. Renowned for its strong focus on employee wellbeing and a genuine commitment to work-life balance, this Top 50 firm has built a reputation as an employer of choice. You ll be joining a team of ambitious, motivated professionals in a collaborative environment where career development is taken seriously. With structured support, clear progression routes and a people-first culture, this is an ideal move for those looking to grow within a high-performing practice. Job Title PQ Audit Senior Job Type Permanent Location Woking Salary £37 000 Reference no: 15869w PQ Audit Senior - Benefits 25 days base holiday with the option to buy more or sell unwanted days Private Medical Cover Enhanced Pension Contributions Life Assurance Group Income Protection Enhanced Parental & Family leave Career coaching and development plan PQ Audit Senior About The Role Joining as an Audit Senior, you ll play a key role in the successful delivery of Audit engagements from planning through to completion. You ll lead fieldwork on-site, liaise with clients and partners, and help ensure deadlines are met without compromising quality. You ll also support and guide junior members of the team, creating a positive learning environment while maintaining high professional standards. Responsibilities include: Supervise audit assignments from planning through to completion, ensuring work is delivered on time and to a high standard Review work prepared by junior team members, offering feedback and guidance to support their development Collaborate with the wider audit team to manage workloads and maintain consistent audit quality Build strong client relationships, acting as a key point of contact throughout engagements Utilise audit software and remote working tools to deliver services efficiently, whether on site or off site Monitor budgets and deadlines, helping ensure audit work remains within scope and agreed timelines The successful PQ Audit Senior will have: ACA or ACCA qualification, or working towards qualification Experience in corporate audit across a range of industry sectors Strong working knowledge of FRS 102 and/or IFRS Confident communicator with clients and colleagues at all levels A proactive and collaborative approach to problem-solving and team development An interest in understanding clients businesses and strategic goals Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply)
Howett Thorpe Frimley, Surrey
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
This well-established, reputable global organisation based in Frimley are seeking an Account Manager to join their team. You will be joining a dynamic business that offers great career stability and a brilliant working culture. Furthermore, this role will be fully office based with hybrid working options available for the right candidate. A brilliant role for an Account Manager that is now looking for a new challenge. Job Type: Permanent, full time Location: Frimley, Surrey Salary: £30,000 - £32,000 Reference no: 15888 Account Manager Benefits 22 days holiday (plus bank holidays), increasing with tenure. Pension, private healthcare (post-probation). Onsite parking. Flexible working time arrangements (Monday - Friday). Account Manager About The Role In this role you will be reporting into the Sales Manager and will be working within a team of 8. You will be responsible for managing existing clients and assisting in the development of new business. Your key responsibilities will be: Processing of orders and quotes, delivery and expedite requests and for ensuring customer service is maintained to a high standard. Reviewing customer quotes and order activity and identifying potential opportunities for growth. Working with the regional sales team to develop and grow a new business pipeline. Converting new opportunities to revenue. Taking credit card payments and issuing pro forma invoices. Expediting orders from factory to meet customer s requirements. Quarterly business review with the management team. Manage and document any customer complaints. The successful Account Manager w ill have: Minimum of 2 years in an Account Manager position Strong IT skills and ideally experience with SAP Excellent communication and written English skills Able to meet strict deadlines Strong attention to detail Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications, we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a Friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply
Howett Thorpe Byfleet, Surrey
Oct 03, 2025
Full time
This well-established, SME business based in Surrey are looking for an experienced Finance Manager to join their team. You will be joining an innovative organisation that has a great market reputation and a brilliant working culture. Furthermore, this role will be mainly office based with flexibility to work from home, post completion of probation. This is a brilliant role for an experienced all-rounder who has previous experience in working in a managerial/number 1 finance position and is now looking for their next challenge. Job Type Permanent, full time Location West Byfleet, Surrey Salary £45,000 - £50,000 per annum Reference no: HT15770 Finance Manager - Benefits 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Flexible working options Company bonus scheme Car parking onsite Pension scheme Finance Manager About The Role In this role you will be reporting into the Directors of the business, and you will have full control of the finance function. You will be required to produce monthly management accounts with full reporting so previous experience with this is essential. Your key responsibilities will be: Full preparation and production of the monthly management accounts. Providing accurate financial reports with full commentary and analysis. Working with the directors to plan budgets and forecast realistic targets monthly. Oversee the transactional accounting functions, ensuring they are running at full efficiency. Processing the monthly payroll. Working with key suppliers/clients whilst also staying on top of the Credit Control function. Supporting with other project work and liaising with various departments. Liaising with external accountants at year end. The successful Finance Manager will have: Previous experience in a similar position Qualified or QBE candidates will be considered Previous experience in using Xero Ability to communicate at all levels Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply
Howett Thorpe Guildford, Surrey
Oct 01, 2025
Full time
This reputable SME business based on the outskirts of Guildford are looking for a Part Time Finance Assistant to join their team. You will be joining a flexible working environment that offers great career stability. Furthermore, this role will be offered on a hybrid working basis (2 days in the office) and they are looking for someone to work 20 hours a week across 5 days. This is brilliant opportunity for an experienced & versatile finance professional that is looking for their next challenge. Job Title Part Time Finance Assistant Job Type Permanent, part time Location Guildford, Surrey Salary £30,000 - £32,000 pro rata Reference no: 15901 Benefits - Part Time Finance Assistant Hybrid working- 2 days in the office Flexible working hours Company bonus scheme Healthcare package Pension scheme Car parking onsite Great company culture Part Time Finance Assistant About The Role In this role you will be working within a finance team of 3 and will be reporting into the Finance Director. You will be overseeing the Sales Ledger/Credit Control function whilst also supporting in other areas of finance. Your key responsibilities will be: Management of the Credit Control function, chasing any overdue debts and building client relationships. Sales Ledger management and setting up new customer accounts. All aspects of cashbook including bank postings and bank reconciliations. Undertake monthly, quarterly and ad hoc reporting for Sales Ledger and stock. Assist in the preparation of VAT returns. Assist in month end reconciliation and journals. Supporting in improving the overall efficiency of the finance function. The successful Part Time Finance Assistant will have: Previous experience in a similar position Good Credit Control experience Ability to work 5 shorter days a week Ability to communicate at all levels Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply
Howett Thorpe Byfleet, Surrey
Sep 23, 2025
Full time
This well-established, SME business based in Surrey are looking for an experienced Finance Manager to join their team. You will be joining an innovative organisation that has a great market reputation and a brilliant working culture. Furthermore, this role will be mainly office based with flexibility to work from home, post completion of probation. This is a brilliant role for an experienced all-rounder who has previous experience in working in a managerial/number 1 finance position and is now looking for their next challenge. Job Type Permanent, full time Location West Byfleet, Surrey Salary £45,000 - £50,000 per annum Reference no: HT15770 Finance Manager - Benefits 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Flexible working options Company bonus scheme Car parking onsite Pension scheme Finance Manager About The Role In this role you will be reporting into the Directors of the business, and you will have full control of the finance function. You will be required to produce monthly management accounts with full reporting so previous experience with this is essential. Your key responsibilities will be: Full preparation and production of the monthly management accounts. Providing accurate financial reports with full commentary and analysis. Working with the directors to plan budgets and forecast realistic targets monthly. Oversee the transactional accounting functions, ensuring they are running at full efficiency. Processing the monthly payroll. Working with key suppliers/clients whilst also staying on top of the Credit Control function. Supporting with other project work and liaising with various departments. Liaising with external accountants at year end. The successful Finance Manager will have: Previous experience in a similar position Qualified or QBE candidates will be considered Previous experience in using Xero Ability to communicate at all levels Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £100 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply
Howett Thorpe Fleet, Hampshire
Sep 21, 2025
Full time
Our client is a growing SME business who are looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to join their small but busy finance team on a full-time basis. This is a great opportunity for someone with strong attention to detail, a proactive approach, and excellent communication skills to join a growing organisation. Job Title Accounts Receivable Specialist Term Permanent Location Fleet Salary £32,000 p.a Reference no 15864 Accounts Receivable Specialist Benefits 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and your birthday off Hybrid working Discretionary bonus scheme 8% employer pension contribution Private medical scheme (50% employer contribution) Death in Service benefit (4x salary) Health cash plan scheme Income protection (up to 50% of salary for 2 years in the event of long-term illness) Accounts Receivable Specialist - About the Role As an Accounts Receivable Specialist, you ll play a key role in managing the sales ledger function, ensuring customer loans are accurately recorded, payments are processed on time, and statements are issued efficiently. You ll be central to maintaining accurate financial records, supporting cash flow, and ensuring reliable financial reporting. Key responsibilities: Maintain the sales ledger: entering deployed loans and monthly direct debit collections Allocate customer receipts and reconcile sales & collections with the accounting system Process bank interest rate changes and issue timely customer statements Prepare returns of DD collections and funding requests for deployed loans Manage intercompany balances and process management fee invoices Assist with VAT returns, monthly journals, and ad-hoc financial reporting Act as a backup for the Senior Bookkeeper and support system developments Accounts Receivable Specialist key skills and qualifications: AAT Level 3 qualified (or equivalent) or QBE 3+ years bookkeeping or accounts receivable experience Strong Excel and MS Office skills Excellent attention to detail and organisational ability Able to prioritise effectively and meet deadlines Strong communication and problem-solving skills Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful. Refer a friend If this job is not of interest to you, but you know a friend or colleague who may be interested, recommend them to us and receive a minimum of £150 in vouchers if we assist them in securing a permanent role and a minimum of £25 in vouchers if we place them in a temporary assignment. (Terms & conditions apply