Wade Macdonald

Accounts Assistant - Wallingford - £28,000 / £30,000 - Hybrid working About the Client Wade Macdonald are working with a growing organisation with an expanding portfolio of businesses across the UK and internationally. They offer a collaborative and supportive working environment where individual contributions are valued, and employees are encouraged to take ownership of their work. With continued business growth, they provide opportunities for professional development and career progression within a dynamic and ambitious organisation. About the Job An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Accounts Assistant to join a busy finance team. Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will play an important role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting daily accounting activities and helping to ensure the smooth running of finance operations across several business entities. Duties will include: Processing purchase invoices, checking supporting documentation and ensuring correct approvals are obtained Investigating invoice differences and responding to supplier enquiries Coordinating payment runs and preparing transactions for approval Completing bank reconciliations, including accounts held in different currencies Maintaining financial spreadsheets and supporting reconciliation schedules Assisting with customer billing and allocating incoming receipts when required Identifying opportunities to streamline financial procedures and improve efficiency Supporting the onboarding of additional business entities into existing finance processes Liaising with colleagues across finance and other departments to resolve queries Preparing accurate month-end information for the management accounting team About the Successful Applicant You will ideally have previous experience in transactional finance, with strong Excel skills and a good understanding of accounting processes. An AAT qualification and familiarity with Microsoft Great Plains would be advantageous. You will be organised, detail-focused and confident communicating with colleagues at all levels. A proactive approach, excellent time management and the ability to work independently and collaboratively are essential. What You Will Receive in Return Hybrid working Health Insurance Life Assurance Car Scheme 25 days holiday + bank holidays Discounted gym membership Retail discounts Enhanced Pension Employee Assistant Programme

Finance Systems Administrator - Reading - £38,000 / £45,000 - Hybrid Working About the Client Wade Macdonald are currently working with a well-established organisation based in Reading who are looking to grow their expanding team. They've built a collaborative culture where people are encouraged to get stuck in, share ideas, and help drive the business forward. About the Job This is an exciting opportunity for a Finance Systems Administrator to play a key role in a finance systems project, working closely with specialist systems consultants and the wider finance team. The position will focus on taking ownership of finance system processes, supporting system improvements and ensuring the effective management of financial data. The role would suit someone who is keen to progress their career within finance, has a natural interest in systems and enjoys problem-solving, learning new processes and developing their technical expertise. Duties will include: Taking responsibility for the day-to-day administration and management of finance systems, including BlackLine and Tagetik. Working alongside external systems consultants to support ongoing projects, system development and improvements. Managing and maintaining finance system processes to ensure accuracy, consistency and efficiency. Handling and analysing large volumes of financial data to support reporting and business requirements. Supporting group finance activities, including financial reporting, reconciliations and data management. Identifying opportunities to streamline existing processes and improve system functionality. Developing a strong understanding of the systems to become a key point of contact for internal users. Troubleshooting system queries and supporting the wider finance team with technical and process-related issues. About the Successful Applicant The ideal candidate will have experience within a group finance environment, strong analytical skills and advanced Excel capabilities, with confidence handling large datasets. Exposure to finance systems such as BlackLine or Tagetik would be advantageous. You will be proactive, organised and comfortable taking ownership of processes, with a genuine interest in learning new systems, developing your technical knowledge and supporting improvements across the finance function. What You Will Receive in Return This role offers 25 days of annual leave plus public holidays, an enhanced pension scheme and life assurance. Professional study support is also available to foster continuous learning and career progression. You will have the opportunity to work closely with experienced systems specialists, develop valuable technical skills and take ownership of key finance processes within a supportive and collaborative environment.

Payroll & Benefits Specialist (ADP) - 3 Months Initially (quite likely to extend) - Heathrow - £20.00 -£23.00 per hour - Hybrid Working (3 Days Office, 2 Home) About the Client Our client is a well-established international organisation within the Business Services sector, offering a friendly, supportive and collaborative working environment. Working hours are 8am-5pm. About the Job An excellent opportunity for an experienced Payroll & Benefits Specialist to join a friendly team of five on an initial three-month temporary contract. You will coordinate monthly payroll for 500-600 employees, working closely with an outsourced provider to ensure accurate, compliant and timely processing. Managing monthly payroll for 500-600 employees across the UK and Ireland. Liaising with outsourced payroll providers to ensure accurate, timely payments. Processing payroll changes, reconciliations and resolving discrepancies. Using ADP to maintain payroll records and employee information. Ensuring compliance with payroll legislation, pensions and statutory requirements. Administering employee benefits, including pensions and private healthcare. Handling payroll queries, reporting and supporting audits and process improvements. About the Successful Applicant You will have substantial hands-on payroll experience, ideally within a multi-entity organisation, and proven ADP experience is absolutely essential. Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation, pensions and employee benefits is required, alongside excellent Excel skills. What You Will Receive in Return This is a fantastic opportunity to join a welcoming, friendly and professional team within an established international organisation. How to Proceed To advance your next career move, please reach out to Lucy-Emma at Wade Macdonald today on (please call only if you have solid payroll experience and ADP skills). Alternatively, promptly submit your CV through the designated portal. Your next career move awaits! Payroll & Benefits Specialist (ADP) - 3 Months Initially (quite likely to extend) - Heathrow - £20.00 -£23.00 per hour - Hybrid Working (3 Days Office, 2 Home)

Credit Controller - Basingstoke - £25,000 / £30,000 - Hybrid Working About the Client Wade Macdonald are currently working with a global organisation with a strong market reputation. They offer the stability of a large organisation alongside a welcoming and collaborative working environment. Their culture is centred around teamwork, continuous learning and professional development, with employees encouraged to take ownership of their work and contribute to shared success. About the Job This role will report to the Credit Control Manager. It will be taking responsibility for overseeing a portfolio of customer accounts, driving effective debt recovery and helping to protect the organisation's financial position. This is a varied role offering regular interaction with customers and colleagues across the business. Duties will include: Contacting customers regularly to follow up on outstanding and overdue payments Processing incoming payments and matching them to customer accounts Following credit control procedures to help reduce financial risk Releasing sales orders in line with company credit policies Setting up new customer accounts and completing the necessary checks Carrying out credit reviews to identify any potential risks Keeping customer account records accurate and up to date Responding to customer queries by telephone and email Providing support to the wider Accounts Receivable team when needed Assisting with general accounts administration and other tasks as required About the Successful Applicant You will bring previous credit control experience, excellent Excel skills and a strong understanding of credit management processes. Highly organised and commercially aware, you will demonstrate excellent attention to detail, confident communication and effective negotiation skills. You will be comfortable making decisions independently, analysing financial information and building productive relationships with customers and colleagues alike. What You Will Receive in Return In return, you will join a forward-thinking organisation offering hybrid working, study support and a healthcare cash plan. You will also benefit from a bonus scheme and the opportunity to develop your career within a growing finance function, in a supportive and collaborative environment.