Trial Balance Consulting

Accounts Assistant - Newquay - £26,000 - £32,000 Due to continued success, and with a loyal client base in place, this Newquay-based accountancy practice is searching for an Accounts Assistant to join their team. Working with a broad client portfolio, your role as an Accounts Assistant will include: - Year-end accounts preparation - Tax return preparation - VAT and bookkeeping Previous experience in an accountancy practice is essential due to the technical nature of the role. In return you will be joining an accountancy practice which offers: - An inclusive and supportive environment - A competitive salary with personal and career development opportunities - Opportunities to work with, and learn from, experienced accountants If this Accounts Assistant role sounds like a good fit for you, please click apply or contact Jay Vilarrubi-Smith quoting reference number JVS11014 . Trial Balance is a market leading supplier of recruitment services to accountancy practices across the South-West and works on vacancies at all levels in a practice environment. For a confidential discussion about your career options please contact Jay Vilarrubi-Smith, our dedicated practice specialist.

Finance Assistant - Paignton - Full Time or Part Time - Up to £30,000 An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Finance Assistant to join a growing and forward-thinking business based in Paignton. This is a permanent opportunity offering flexibility for either full-time or part-time hours, making it ideal for someone looking to develop a long-term role within a supportive and collaborative environment. As the Finance Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day finance function and wider business administration. Working closely with the wider team, you'll be involved in a variety of interlinked finance and administrative processes, helping to ensure the smooth flow of information from purchase orders through to invoicing and payment reconciliation. Key responsibilities will include: Managing purchase orders, supplier invoices and customer invoicing Supporting purchase ledger, sales ledger and credit control activities Reconciling supplier statements and resolving account queries Chasing outstanding payments and maintaining accurate finance records Supporting month-end reporting and finance administration Maintaining country of origin and compliance documentation Coordinating interlinked finance and administrative processes across the business Assisting with continuous improvement projects and wider office administration The successful candidate will have previous experience working within a Finance Assistant, Accounts Assistant, Accounts Administrator or Bookkeeper role and will be comfortable managing a varied workload across both finance and administration. You will have strong experience within purchase ledger, sales ledger, invoicing, credit control and general finance administration, alongside good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and accounting software such as Xero or similar. We're looking for someone highly organised, detail-focused and proactive, with excellent communication skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. You will be confident working independently whilst also contributing positively as part of a collaborative team. Experience within an SME or growing business would be advantageous, although attitude, adaptability and a willingness to learn are equally important. For further details and to apply for this Finance Assistant job in Paignton, please contact Elle Benjamin quoting reference EB11018 ASAP.

Client Manager - Truro - £38,000 - £48,000 DOE A friendly, progressive workplace and the opportunity to make a genuine contribution to the success of your clients. Trial Balance are pleased to be working with a leading Truro-based accountancy practice, who are seeking a Client Manager to join their successful team. You will have the opportunity to grow and develop with a successful firm, who themselves are going through a continued period of growth. Excellent benefits, an open-minded approach to flexibility and a competitive salary are also on offer. The main duties in this Client Manager position will include: - Assisting clients with their various, ongoing, accounting and taxation reporting responsibilities. - Mentoring and developing more junior members of the accounting team. - Forging proactive relationships with peers and clients. This role would be a great fit for an experienced accountant with a strong background in a practice environment. Whilst ACA or ACCA qualifications would be highly beneficial, applications are welcomed from candidates with strong experience in an accountancy practice environment. If this sounds like you, then please apply today quoting job reference JVS11013 or call Jay Vilarrubi-Smith for a confidential discussion. Trial Balance is a market leading supplier of recruitment services to accountancy practices across the South-West and works on vacancies at all levels in a practice environment. For a confidential discussion about your career options please contact Jay Vilarrubi-Smith, our dedicated practice specialist.

Temporary Finance Business Partner - St Austell - £45,000k Trial Balance Consulting have been engaged by a longstanding client who urgently seek to recruit an experienced Finance Business Partner to join them on an interim basis. This is a business-critical appointment to provide cover for 6 - 8 weeks, with the successful candidate ideally available to start ASAP. This opportunity would suit an experienced and commercially astute finance professional who can integrate into a busy team quickly, build credibility with stakeholders from day one, and provide meaningful financial insight across the business. Working closely with the wider finance team and senior operational management, the successful candidate will take a lead role in supporting business performance through accurate reporting, commercial analysis, and strategic decision support. Key responsibilities to include: Business partnering with senior stakeholders across multiple operational areas Production of meaningful management information with clear commentary Budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis Supporting commercial decision making with robust financial insight Attendance at monthly operational meetings across the estate Ensuring continuity and momentum across the finance function during the interim period The role is based full-time in St Austell and there will also be occasional travel to monthly meetings across the South West. Candidates may be formally qualified (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) or qualified by experience, but previous success in a Finance Business Partner or commercially focused management accounting role is essential. Immediate availability or short notice will be highly advantageous. For further details please apply now to Elle Benjamin quoting EB10987.

Finance Manager - Falmouth - Permanent - Up to £68,000 An exciting opportunity has arisen with a highly regarded Cornwall-based manufacturer that produces exceptional products for a global customer base. This is a chance to join a business known for its commitment to long-term careers and staff development, an environment where your expertise will be valued and your contribution will make a real difference. We are exclusively working on behalf of this client to find an Finance Manager to join their friendly, professional, and experienced finance team. This role would suit an experienced Finance Manager, Senior Management Accountant, or Financial Controller with a background in manufacturing or a stock-led environment, looking to step into a more operational and commercially focused position. Reporting to senior finance leadership, this is a commercially focused role where you will lead all aspects of operational finance, partnering closely with the wider business to support decision-making, improve efficiency, and maintain strong financial controls. This is a proactive, strategic opportunity where your analysis and insight will directly influence wider business performance. The successful candidate will - Lead cost accounting, including standard costing and margin analysis Partner with operations to support commercial decision-making Deliver financial insight on performance, costs, and productivity Manage month-end processes and reporting Lead budgeting and forecasting activities Drive process improvements and develop a small finance team We're seeking a qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) with management experience, ideally gained within a manufacturing, engineering, or production environment. You'll have strong commercial awareness, excellent business partnering skills, and the ability to analyse and explain complex financial information clearly to colleagues at all levels. A proactive and curious mindset is essential. You should enjoy understanding the "why" behind the numbers, identifying opportunities for improvement, and implementing effective solutions. Strong IT skills, particularly advanced Excel, are required, and experience with Power BI or ERP systems would be advantageous. This is a strategic, forward-looking role perfect for someone who enjoys making an impact, developing a team, and contributing to a business that values insight, initiative, and innovation. Please contact Elle Benjamin quoting reference EB10984.