NLB Solutions

NLB Solutions are working with an owner managed business that is expanding via organic growth and acquisitions. They are looking to add to an excellent back office team supporting the accounts, admin and sales functions. The role will need someone that is confident and prepared be flexible as the demands of the role are not set in stone. This role is a good opportunity for someone that is looking for a start to a career or someone returning to work either after looking after family, children or even returning from travels. The company work in the office for 4 days a week and allow the option of working from home on a Friday. With future plans to grow, this business offer a long term opportunity for the candidate to develop within the teams. Duties: To support the Sales, Service & Accounts team in all administrative tasks Purchasing consumables & parts, updating information on our bespoke software Dealing with customer queries via phone & email Daily ordering of consumables including processing on & updating the software. Invoicing where required Managing collections & relocations for customers including communicating with the warehouse & updating software Answering incoming calls & emails & ensuring customers are responded to quickly & accurately Assist with month end, credit control, invoicing & reporting as and when required Keep consumable spend to a minimum by sourcing best pricing & developing supplier relationships Ensure customers receive consumables on time and are invoiced accurately. Keep queries and credits to a minimum Manage customer & equipment records on software so that information is always accurate for reporting & other team members Minimising customers on credit hold by communicating with accounts departments & moving customers to direct debit payments

NLB Solutions are working with a large business in Borehamwood to recruit for a new Credit Controller to join a newly restructure department. The role will report into a Head of Transactions who will be there to support and develop the new candidate. The client is looking for an experienced Credit Controller who deals with collections, sales ledger and billing queries, in effect someone that understands the process from end to end. With an opportunity for the right candidate to grow and develop into more senior roles in time. A great environment with supportive managers and plenty of internal growth opportunities for a new person to get involved in. Duties: Credit Control Invoicing Query Resolution Invoicing and Billing Reporting and Reconciliations Timely and Accurate Invoicing Cash Flow Support Customer Relationship Management Data Integrity Internal Collaboration Process Improvement Risk Mitigation Person Spec: Proven experience in the full end to end process Sales to Cash (accounts receivable, billing, and credit control). Strong understanding of financial systems and accounting principles. Proficient in Excel, with experience reconciling large and complex data sets Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. High level of accuracy and attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

NLB Solutions are working with a business in St Albans that are looking for a new Group Financial Controller due to promotion. The role requires someone that is used to managing teams on a regular basis and deal with senior decision makers. The business are looking for a Practice trained individual that has been qualified ACA or ACCA for at least 5 years and that has experience of working in a financial controller capacity and has a proven capacity to improve processes and procedures to make the accounting functions running more efficiently over time. The business offer excellent development and growth opportunities and training that will help to grow the individual to the next phase of their career. With parking and close to local amenities, the offices offer an excellent working environment. Duties: Manage and oversee the daily operations of the finance department. On an ongoing basis, lead, mentor, and develop the internal finance team. Allocate work effectively and ensure high standards of accuracy and timeliness. Support succession planning and continuous improvement within the finance function. Review the monthly management accounts, and prepare reports for partner meetings and the management committee. Manage and oversee the month-end closing process, ensuring all financial transactions are accurately recorded and reported in a timely manner. A key objective will be to streamline and reduce our month end close process. Ensure all reporting from our accounts management software is accurate and reconciled. Responsibility for ensuring all accounting and calculations required to maintain partner capital accounts are completed timely and accurately, as well as all necessary reporting. Prepare and present accurate and timely financial statements, and coordinate and manage the annual audit process. Ensure compliance with all relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements. Manage the annual budget process and oversee subsequent reforecasting as appropriate. Conduct financial analysis and provide insights to support business decision-making, including regular flash reporting and KPIs for partners. Ensure charge out rates are appropriately set and communicated across the firm. Monitor cash flow and manage working capital requirements. Oversee the credit control function, ensuring timely collection of outstanding balances, accurate debtor reporting, and effective processes to minimize overdue accounts. Maintain and manage our banking relationship to ensure smooth and efficient banking operations. Collaborate with senior management to develop and implement strategic plans and initiatives. Person Spec: Must be a qualified accountant ACA or ACCA Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and regulatory requirements. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Proven ability to manage and develop a team. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Advanced proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. High level of integrity and ethical standards Demonstrated ability to be proactive and continuously seek out opportunities for change and improvement.

NLB Solutions are working with a owner managed hospitality business that are looking for an experienced accounts manager to oversee the Payroll, AP and AR teams on a day to day basis. This role will require strong financial governance, accurate consolidation of Group accounts, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and effective support to key stakeholders. The business are looking for someone that has come from a hospitality background and the candidate could be qualified by experience or studying towards a qualification. The role operates on a hybrid working model: 4 days in the office and 1 day working from home each week. With an experienced team around them, this role will require someone that is able to learn and adapt quickly in a fast paced environment. Duties: Over-see and review all financial reporting for the Group Preparation of weekly flash, monthly, quarterly, including production of monthly reporting and consolidation Oversee and manage Group Payroll, Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions Respond to financial reporting queries from the business and shareholders Assist in managing the annual audit process and liaise with auditors Ensure accurate and timely reconciliation of supplier accounts and balance sheets Support and management of daily Group cashflow Maintain regular communication with external parties including banks. Oversee the management of Group expenses and ensure adherence to the expense policy Identify opportunities to improve processes, including transformational changes. Work cross-functionally with internal teams to drive business performance Person Spec: Advanced skills in the use of MS products, particularly Excel Have demonstrable knowledge and experience across all areas of financial accountability Have extensive experience of computer bases accounting systems (currently Xero) Strong technical knowledge of accounting standards and consolidation processes Strong knowledge of AP / AR / Payroll Excellent communication, leadership and stakeholder management skills

A well-established Accountancy business based in Hemel Hempstead are looking for a Payroll Administrator to support an existing well-established team. The successful individual should have worked in a finance role previously, ideally within practice and have experience in assisting with processing weekly and monthly payroll, knowledge of umbrella, CIS and limited company would be beneficial. The business is based in excellent located offices and offers access to local amenities and free parking. The company encourage employees with their development and will offer support and mentoring. Duties To ensure payrolls are completed, from import of client data through to BACS payments, ensure compliance with Tax/NIC other legislation. Application of Statutory forms and Tax documents Payroll Reconciliation To create invoices and deal with any invoice related queries Handling telephone and email payroll queries Administration - expense processing, expense checking, portal guidance, ID checks, Contract of Employment checks Person Spec: Knowledge of umbrella/CIS/limited company industry Knowledge of the recruitment industry Ability to work as part of a team Excellent IT skills including CRM / Payroll Systems use and intermediate Excel Strong interpersonal and communication skills both written and verbal Good payroll legislation knowledge Fast data entry skills, accurate & good attention to detail