Sewell Wallis are working with a Doncaster based company who are a market leader in their field, as they look to recruit an Assistant Management Accountant on a temp to perm basis. This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive finance team, working in a varied but demanding role which will play a key part in supporting the growth agenda for the business sector and supporting new projects. What will you be doing? Accurate reporting of customer financials on a weekly and monthly basis. Monthly/weekly invoicing on a timely basis, ensuring any queries are dealt with promptly. Compiling weekly and monthly journals, ensuring accuracy and required detail present. Show full understanding of double entry accounting. Show awareness of relevant Finance policies and ensure they are being followed. Ability to challenge relevant Managers/teams on accuracy and timeliness of information. Regular review of reporting mechanisms used within Finance and provide suggestions/improvements to FM. Show full knowledge and understanding of GL coding and reporting requirements. Ability to manage workload in order to support other team members as and when required. Willingness to learn and support different areas of the Finance team as and when required. Be able to call out relevant and value add information for weekly reporting. Contribute to continuous improvement projects within Finance. Take a proactive and problem-solving approach, ensuring relevant information is provided to Finance and Operations teams. Show detailed understanding of Cost drivers. Support FM with any additional customer requirements. Provide detailed information on all balance sheet entries, ensuring accuracy and ongoing management of accruals and prepayments. Support FM with forecasting and Budgets both internal and external. Provide in depth analysis and insight. Keen collaborator and team player who can also work independently. What skills are we looking for? Ability to build relationships at all levels. Be proactive, inquisitive with a passion for challenging teams to drive performance. A keen eye for detail and financial controls. Be able to work under pressure whilst maintaining high standards. Must be flexible and respond positively and accurately to internal and external customer requests. What's on offer? Hybrid working - 4 days from home! Study Support. 25 days annual leave and bank holidays. Company pension scheme. Employee benefits discount platform. Healthcare cash plan. Well-being and benefits portal. Send us your CV below or contact Lawrie Bacon for more information. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Dec 07, 2025
Contractor
Sewell Wallis are working with a Doncaster based company who are a market leader in their field, as they look to recruit an Assistant Management Accountant on a temp to perm basis. This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive finance team, working in a varied but demanding role which will play a key part in supporting the growth agenda for the business sector and supporting new projects. What will you be doing? Accurate reporting of customer financials on a weekly and monthly basis. Monthly/weekly invoicing on a timely basis, ensuring any queries are dealt with promptly. Compiling weekly and monthly journals, ensuring accuracy and required detail present. Show full understanding of double entry accounting. Show awareness of relevant Finance policies and ensure they are being followed. Ability to challenge relevant Managers/teams on accuracy and timeliness of information. Regular review of reporting mechanisms used within Finance and provide suggestions/improvements to FM. Show full knowledge and understanding of GL coding and reporting requirements. Ability to manage workload in order to support other team members as and when required. Willingness to learn and support different areas of the Finance team as and when required. Be able to call out relevant and value add information for weekly reporting. Contribute to continuous improvement projects within Finance. Take a proactive and problem-solving approach, ensuring relevant information is provided to Finance and Operations teams. Show detailed understanding of Cost drivers. Support FM with any additional customer requirements. Provide detailed information on all balance sheet entries, ensuring accuracy and ongoing management of accruals and prepayments. Support FM with forecasting and Budgets both internal and external. Provide in depth analysis and insight. Keen collaborator and team player who can also work independently. What skills are we looking for? Ability to build relationships at all levels. Be proactive, inquisitive with a passion for challenging teams to drive performance. A keen eye for detail and financial controls. Be able to work under pressure whilst maintaining high standards. Must be flexible and respond positively and accurately to internal and external customer requests. What's on offer? Hybrid working - 4 days from home! Study Support. 25 days annual leave and bank holidays. Company pension scheme. Employee benefits discount platform. Healthcare cash plan. Well-being and benefits portal. Send us your CV below or contact Lawrie Bacon for more information. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Interim Finance Assistant £30,000 - £35,000 Full-Time Interim Contract Location: St Albans Hours: Monday to Thursday 8.30am to 5pm, Friday finishing at 4.30pm We are seeking an experienced and detail-driven Interim Finance Assistant to join my clients Finance Team and support the day-to-day financial operation. This is an excellent opportunity for an established finance professional to step into a varied and impactful interim role, contributing to accurate financial processing, month-end reporting, and strong compliance across the organisation. Working closely with the Director of Finance and wider finance function, you will play a key role in maintaining efficient financial processes, ensuring internal controls are robust, and providing guidance to budget holders and departments. Key Responsibilities Financial Processing & Administration Process a high volume of financial transactions accurately and on time, including accounts payable and accounts receivable. Perform regular bank reconciliations and general ledger entries, resolving discrepancies promptly. Administer and reconcile petty cash, corporate credit cards, and staff expenses. Support the preparation of quarterly VAT returns. Maintain accurate and up-to-date supplier and customer records within the finance system. Reporting & Month-End Support Assist with month-end and year-end close, including journals, accruals, prepayments, and supporting schedules. Support the production of monthly management accounts, reports, financial statements, and budget information. Manage monthly aged debtor and creditor reports, ensuring timely resolution of outstanding items. Compliance & Guidance Provide clear guidance to budget holders and non-finance staff on financial procedures and regulations. Support internal and external audits and help ensure strong internal controls are maintained. Person Specification Essential Experience & Knowledge Solid experience in a similar finance role, ideally within education or the wider public sector. Strong understanding of accounting cycles, processes, and financial regulations. Proven ability to manage both accounts payable and accounts receivable functions. Experience working with computerised accounting systems and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel. AAT qualification or progress towards ACCA/CIMA. Skills & Abilities Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy. Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain financial information to non-finance colleagues. Thank you for your interest in this vacancy, which is being advertised by Smart10 Recruitment Group, who are acting as an employment agency / business. Your application will be considered in competition with others and we will contact you within 3 working days if you have been shortlisted. Smart10 is a multi-award-winning specialist recruitment consultancy focused on the supply of temporary, contract and permanent placements across a select group of business sectors. In order to keep up to date and search for all our active jobs, please visit our website, like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram or LinkedIn. Please refer to Smart10's Privacy
Dec 06, 2025
Contractor
Interim Finance Assistant £30,000 - £35,000 Full-Time Interim Contract Location: St Albans Hours: Monday to Thursday 8.30am to 5pm, Friday finishing at 4.30pm We are seeking an experienced and detail-driven Interim Finance Assistant to join my clients Finance Team and support the day-to-day financial operation. This is an excellent opportunity for an established finance professional to step into a varied and impactful interim role, contributing to accurate financial processing, month-end reporting, and strong compliance across the organisation. Working closely with the Director of Finance and wider finance function, you will play a key role in maintaining efficient financial processes, ensuring internal controls are robust, and providing guidance to budget holders and departments. Key Responsibilities Financial Processing & Administration Process a high volume of financial transactions accurately and on time, including accounts payable and accounts receivable. Perform regular bank reconciliations and general ledger entries, resolving discrepancies promptly. Administer and reconcile petty cash, corporate credit cards, and staff expenses. Support the preparation of quarterly VAT returns. Maintain accurate and up-to-date supplier and customer records within the finance system. Reporting & Month-End Support Assist with month-end and year-end close, including journals, accruals, prepayments, and supporting schedules. Support the production of monthly management accounts, reports, financial statements, and budget information. Manage monthly aged debtor and creditor reports, ensuring timely resolution of outstanding items. Compliance & Guidance Provide clear guidance to budget holders and non-finance staff on financial procedures and regulations. Support internal and external audits and help ensure strong internal controls are maintained. Person Specification Essential Experience & Knowledge Solid experience in a similar finance role, ideally within education or the wider public sector. Strong understanding of accounting cycles, processes, and financial regulations. Proven ability to manage both accounts payable and accounts receivable functions. Experience working with computerised accounting systems and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel. AAT qualification or progress towards ACCA/CIMA. Skills & Abilities Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy. Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain financial information to non-finance colleagues. Thank you for your interest in this vacancy, which is being advertised by Smart10 Recruitment Group, who are acting as an employment agency / business. Your application will be considered in competition with others and we will contact you within 3 working days if you have been shortlisted. Smart10 is a multi-award-winning specialist recruitment consultancy focused on the supply of temporary, contract and permanent placements across a select group of business sectors. In order to keep up to date and search for all our active jobs, please visit our website, like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram or LinkedIn. Please refer to Smart10's Privacy
Sewell Wallis are working with a thriving, well-established manufacturing business based in Sheffield, South Yorkshire. They are looking for Accounts Assistant to join to support their finance team at a transactional level, taking responsibility for their accounts payable and receivable ledgers. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with relevant experience at Accounts Assistant level who wants to develop their skills further within a stable and growing company and take ownership of crucial finance functions within the business. What will you be doing? Supporting the accounts payable and receivable functions, including processing invoices and tracking payments. Raising customer invoices and ensuring accuracy across ledgers. Carrying out data entry of purchase invoices and maintaining up-to-date records. Reconciling supplier statements and investigating any discrepancies. Conducting regular bank reconciliations and supporting month-end processes. Liaising with suppliers and customers to resolve invoice and payment queries efficiently. Providing general administrative support to the finance team, including filing and maintaining records. Assisting with ad hoc finance projects and continuous improvement initiatives. Managing your own workload effectively to meet business deadlines. What skills are we looking for? Experience as an Accounts Assistant, or in a similar role. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy, even when working under pressure. Good written and verbal communication skills to liaise with internal teams and suppliers. Organised and able to manage multiple priorities effectively. A proactive, self-motivated attitude with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. A basic understanding of accounting principles or previous experience in a finance environment essential. What's on offer? Discretionary bonus (quarterly) 25+8 days annual leave Flexible start/finish times Free on-site parking Healthcare scheme Apply now! Or please get in touch with Eleanor Kirk for more details. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Dec 06, 2025
Full time
Sewell Wallis are working with a thriving, well-established manufacturing business based in Sheffield, South Yorkshire. They are looking for Accounts Assistant to join to support their finance team at a transactional level, taking responsibility for their accounts payable and receivable ledgers. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with relevant experience at Accounts Assistant level who wants to develop their skills further within a stable and growing company and take ownership of crucial finance functions within the business. What will you be doing? Supporting the accounts payable and receivable functions, including processing invoices and tracking payments. Raising customer invoices and ensuring accuracy across ledgers. Carrying out data entry of purchase invoices and maintaining up-to-date records. Reconciling supplier statements and investigating any discrepancies. Conducting regular bank reconciliations and supporting month-end processes. Liaising with suppliers and customers to resolve invoice and payment queries efficiently. Providing general administrative support to the finance team, including filing and maintaining records. Assisting with ad hoc finance projects and continuous improvement initiatives. Managing your own workload effectively to meet business deadlines. What skills are we looking for? Experience as an Accounts Assistant, or in a similar role. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy, even when working under pressure. Good written and verbal communication skills to liaise with internal teams and suppliers. Organised and able to manage multiple priorities effectively. A proactive, self-motivated attitude with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. A basic understanding of accounting principles or previous experience in a finance environment essential. What's on offer? Discretionary bonus (quarterly) 25+8 days annual leave Flexible start/finish times Free on-site parking Healthcare scheme Apply now! Or please get in touch with Eleanor Kirk for more details. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Spencer Clarke Group are currently working alongside an incredibly friendly, very fast growing and well known Accountancy Firm who are recruiting for a Manager to be based within one of their offices, based in Barnsley. This firm is going through huge growth, and this is an opportunity to join a very established and known Accountancy firm! We are searching for an ACA or ACCA qualified candidate who is going to be the Manager of this well established team. This is a chance for someone who has either been a Manager already in their current firm, or perhaps a highly experienced Senior Accountant/Assistant Manager who has been eager to step into a Managerial position. This is a great chance to step into a role where your leadership, expertise, and vision will be both recognised and rewarded. What is on offer for you? Salary ranging from 45,000- 50,000 (depending on experience) Full Study support if required (ie CTA) and Payment of professional memberships 37.5 hours working week. (With the possibility of flexible working around core hours 10.30am - 4.00pm) STAR Reward (monthly bonus) 25 holiday days per year bank holidays Annual Leave Purchase Scheme ( you can purchase up to 5 more days!) Company Pension Health Cash Plan and Life Assurance - 4x Salary Charity Work - 1 day paid volunteering a year Commission based referral scheme (inc Google review rewards) Birthday vouchers Free parking or street parking (location depending) Pay day lunch & dress down Staff Discount scheme on Wills, LPA's and Mortgages fee Free eye tests Regular staff socials - topped off with a group wide annual staff Summer Do and Christmas Party and so much more! If you are someone who is incredibly strong at managing a portfolio of mixed clients, and business development this could be the best role for you. Experience with Accounts, Tax and Advisory is a must. This role will be heavily client facing, and meeting with new prospect clients. More details to follow on a confidential chat. About Spencer Clarke Group: Within the Accountancy & Finance division we work across the whole of the UK and cover Practice, Public and Industry alike with Permanent, Interim or contract positions. Know someone who this role could suit? We offer up to 500 worth of gift vouchers for any successful referrals. T's & C's apply. INDSCGLF
Dec 06, 2025
Full time
Spencer Clarke Group are currently working alongside an incredibly friendly, very fast growing and well known Accountancy Firm who are recruiting for a Manager to be based within one of their offices, based in Barnsley. This firm is going through huge growth, and this is an opportunity to join a very established and known Accountancy firm! We are searching for an ACA or ACCA qualified candidate who is going to be the Manager of this well established team. This is a chance for someone who has either been a Manager already in their current firm, or perhaps a highly experienced Senior Accountant/Assistant Manager who has been eager to step into a Managerial position. This is a great chance to step into a role where your leadership, expertise, and vision will be both recognised and rewarded. What is on offer for you? Salary ranging from 45,000- 50,000 (depending on experience) Full Study support if required (ie CTA) and Payment of professional memberships 37.5 hours working week. (With the possibility of flexible working around core hours 10.30am - 4.00pm) STAR Reward (monthly bonus) 25 holiday days per year bank holidays Annual Leave Purchase Scheme ( you can purchase up to 5 more days!) Company Pension Health Cash Plan and Life Assurance - 4x Salary Charity Work - 1 day paid volunteering a year Commission based referral scheme (inc Google review rewards) Birthday vouchers Free parking or street parking (location depending) Pay day lunch & dress down Staff Discount scheme on Wills, LPA's and Mortgages fee Free eye tests Regular staff socials - topped off with a group wide annual staff Summer Do and Christmas Party and so much more! If you are someone who is incredibly strong at managing a portfolio of mixed clients, and business development this could be the best role for you. Experience with Accounts, Tax and Advisory is a must. This role will be heavily client facing, and meeting with new prospect clients. More details to follow on a confidential chat. About Spencer Clarke Group: Within the Accountancy & Finance division we work across the whole of the UK and cover Practice, Public and Industry alike with Permanent, Interim or contract positions. Know someone who this role could suit? We offer up to 500 worth of gift vouchers for any successful referrals. T's & C's apply. INDSCGLF
Sewell Wallis are working with a growing business based on the outskirts of Leeds, who are looking to add an Assistant Accountant to their team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive finance team, working in a varied but demanding Assistant Accountant role which will play a key part in supporting the growth agenda for the business. This role will offer plenty of autonomy and opportunity for the successful candidate. What will you be doing? Performing balance sheet reconciliations and assisting with month-end close. Supporting full-cycle accounting processes for review before submission. Managing payroll journal, intercompany transactions, bank reconciliations, deferred income, accruals, prepayments, and fixed assets. Preparing VAT returns, management accounts, and variance analysis. Assisting with year-end processes and audits. Streamlining financial processes and implementing improvements. Provide ad hoc support to Accounts Assistant with Purchase/Sales ledger functions. What skills are we looking for? Previous experience of working in an all-round finance role. AAT qualification or working towards ACA/CIMA or QBE would be advantageous. Ability to identify discrepancies, analyse financial data, and provide insightful recommendations for improvements. Good Excel skills up to Pivot tables, sumifs etc. What's on offer? Hybrid working - 4 days from home! Flexible working hours. 25 days annual leave and bank holidays. Company pension scheme. Send us your CV below or contact Lawrie Bacon for more information. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Dec 06, 2025
Full time
Sewell Wallis are working with a growing business based on the outskirts of Leeds, who are looking to add an Assistant Accountant to their team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive finance team, working in a varied but demanding Assistant Accountant role which will play a key part in supporting the growth agenda for the business. This role will offer plenty of autonomy and opportunity for the successful candidate. What will you be doing? Performing balance sheet reconciliations and assisting with month-end close. Supporting full-cycle accounting processes for review before submission. Managing payroll journal, intercompany transactions, bank reconciliations, deferred income, accruals, prepayments, and fixed assets. Preparing VAT returns, management accounts, and variance analysis. Assisting with year-end processes and audits. Streamlining financial processes and implementing improvements. Provide ad hoc support to Accounts Assistant with Purchase/Sales ledger functions. What skills are we looking for? Previous experience of working in an all-round finance role. AAT qualification or working towards ACA/CIMA or QBE would be advantageous. Ability to identify discrepancies, analyse financial data, and provide insightful recommendations for improvements. Good Excel skills up to Pivot tables, sumifs etc. What's on offer? Hybrid working - 4 days from home! Flexible working hours. 25 days annual leave and bank holidays. Company pension scheme. Send us your CV below or contact Lawrie Bacon for more information. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Governance and Exec Support Manager Department: Executive/Administration Reports to: Finance Director Key Relationships: Chair, Principal, Trustees, Interim Executive Group, HR Working Pattern: 35 hours a week (Monday- Friday) 9:00 am- 5:00 pm (including 1 hour paid lunch) Based in office, hybrid only when necessary Start date: 1 January 2026 Salary: £45,000 per annum ArtsEd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff (permanent and visiting) and volunteers to share this commitment; all staff are required to undergo background checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024 regulations and to hold an enhanced DBS. Summary of the role: What are we looking for? The Governance Manager & Executive Assistant will play a dual role: Managing governance and compliance arrangements to ensure the effective operation of the Board of Trustees and its sub-committees. Providing high-quality executive support to the Principal and senior leadership team, enabling them to operate efficiently and strategically. This is a pivotal role requiring strong organisational skills, attention to detail, discretion, and the ability to manage complex governance processes while also delivering proactive executive assistance. Responsibilities: Department specific duties and responsibilities: Responsibilities as Governance Manager and Executive Assistant Purpose of the Role: Governance and Compliance Management: Support the Clerk (currently the Finance Director) with the day-to-day management of the work of the Board of Trustees and its committees, ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements. Assist the Clerk with the preparation and management of agendas, papers, and minutes, ensuring they are delivered in a timely and accurate manner. Oversea and monitor the Board and Sub-committees' compliance on governance, regulatory matters, and best practice. Maintain up-to-date records of governance activity, membership, and statutory filings. Maintain a repository of previous policy versions to enable effective auditing. Support Board recruitment activities, including induction, training, and evaluation processes. Ensure effective communication is facilitated between the Board, sub committees, and the executive leadership team. Executive Support: Provide comprehensive administrative and executive support to the Principal and the Clerk, including diary management, correspondence, travel, and meeting arrangements. Support the senior leadership team with scheduling, coordination, and preparation of key documents and reports. Manage the flow of information to and from the Principal and leadership team, ensuring priorities are addressed promptly. Assist in the preparation of presentations, reports, and briefing papers. Maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion at all times. Experience & Skills Essential: Proven experience in a governance or company secretarial department. Experience providing executive or senior administrative support at leadership level. Excellent organisational, planning, and time management skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including minute-taking. Ability to handle confidential information with integrity. High level of IT proficiency (Microsoft Office Suite, digital board portals, etc.). Ability to work independently, use initiative, and manage multiple priorities. Desirable: Knowledge of governance in the education sector Familiarity with regulatory frameworks (e.g., Charity Commission, Companies House, DfE, OfS, ISI etc.). Formal governance or company secretarial training (e.g., ICSA/CGI qualification). Key Attributes: Professional, calm, and resilient under pressure. Diplomatic and able to build effective relationships at all levels. Detail-oriented but able to see the bigger picture. Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities. Discretion when dealing with sensitive institutional matters. Background to ArtsEd ArtsEd originated from two schools, one founded in 1919 by Grace Cone and one founded in 1922 by Olive Ripman. These two educational pioneers believed passionately in the value of combining a general academic education with specialised training in dance, drama, music and art. They were committed to preparing young people for professional careers in or related to the theatre. In 1939, Grace and Olive joined forces to create the Cone Ripman School, subsequently named the Arts Educational Schools. Dame Alicia Markova and Sir Anton Dolin drew almost exclusively on ArtsEd students to help them create their revolutionary company London Festival Ballet, which eventually became the English National Ballet. Ballerina Dame Beryl Grey became Director of the Schools in the 1960s. ArtsEd continued to innovate, introducing both professional acting and musical theatre courses and in I986 moved to its present home in Chiswick. In 2007, Lord Andrew Lloyd Webber became President, heralding an auspicious new era for ArtsEd. The Day School and Sixth Form remains the leading school of its kind in the UK with all students possessing outstanding creativity and dedication. Academic results and vocational success are significant, and our Value-Added return is in the top 1% nationally. The School of Musical Theatre and School of Acting offer full-time BA and MA courses. Our Musical Theatre course is recognised as the best in the UK, while the Acting course is praised for its innovative 50:50 split between stage and screen acting. Our outstanding record of graduate success sees nearly every one of our Musical Theatre graduates and over three-quarters of our Acting graduates make their professional debuts within six months of graduating.In additional to vocational training and significant success in the creative arts, each year a number of ArtsEd students move on to Russell Group universities where they study a range of more traditional academic subjects, including English.
Dec 06, 2025
Full time
Governance and Exec Support Manager Department: Executive/Administration Reports to: Finance Director Key Relationships: Chair, Principal, Trustees, Interim Executive Group, HR Working Pattern: 35 hours a week (Monday- Friday) 9:00 am- 5:00 pm (including 1 hour paid lunch) Based in office, hybrid only when necessary Start date: 1 January 2026 Salary: £45,000 per annum ArtsEd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff (permanent and visiting) and volunteers to share this commitment; all staff are required to undergo background checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024 regulations and to hold an enhanced DBS. Summary of the role: What are we looking for? The Governance Manager & Executive Assistant will play a dual role: Managing governance and compliance arrangements to ensure the effective operation of the Board of Trustees and its sub-committees. Providing high-quality executive support to the Principal and senior leadership team, enabling them to operate efficiently and strategically. This is a pivotal role requiring strong organisational skills, attention to detail, discretion, and the ability to manage complex governance processes while also delivering proactive executive assistance. Responsibilities: Department specific duties and responsibilities: Responsibilities as Governance Manager and Executive Assistant Purpose of the Role: Governance and Compliance Management: Support the Clerk (currently the Finance Director) with the day-to-day management of the work of the Board of Trustees and its committees, ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements. Assist the Clerk with the preparation and management of agendas, papers, and minutes, ensuring they are delivered in a timely and accurate manner. Oversea and monitor the Board and Sub-committees' compliance on governance, regulatory matters, and best practice. Maintain up-to-date records of governance activity, membership, and statutory filings. Maintain a repository of previous policy versions to enable effective auditing. Support Board recruitment activities, including induction, training, and evaluation processes. Ensure effective communication is facilitated between the Board, sub committees, and the executive leadership team. Executive Support: Provide comprehensive administrative and executive support to the Principal and the Clerk, including diary management, correspondence, travel, and meeting arrangements. Support the senior leadership team with scheduling, coordination, and preparation of key documents and reports. Manage the flow of information to and from the Principal and leadership team, ensuring priorities are addressed promptly. Assist in the preparation of presentations, reports, and briefing papers. Maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion at all times. Experience & Skills Essential: Proven experience in a governance or company secretarial department. Experience providing executive or senior administrative support at leadership level. Excellent organisational, planning, and time management skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including minute-taking. Ability to handle confidential information with integrity. High level of IT proficiency (Microsoft Office Suite, digital board portals, etc.). Ability to work independently, use initiative, and manage multiple priorities. Desirable: Knowledge of governance in the education sector Familiarity with regulatory frameworks (e.g., Charity Commission, Companies House, DfE, OfS, ISI etc.). Formal governance or company secretarial training (e.g., ICSA/CGI qualification). Key Attributes: Professional, calm, and resilient under pressure. Diplomatic and able to build effective relationships at all levels. Detail-oriented but able to see the bigger picture. Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities. Discretion when dealing with sensitive institutional matters. Background to ArtsEd ArtsEd originated from two schools, one founded in 1919 by Grace Cone and one founded in 1922 by Olive Ripman. These two educational pioneers believed passionately in the value of combining a general academic education with specialised training in dance, drama, music and art. They were committed to preparing young people for professional careers in or related to the theatre. In 1939, Grace and Olive joined forces to create the Cone Ripman School, subsequently named the Arts Educational Schools. Dame Alicia Markova and Sir Anton Dolin drew almost exclusively on ArtsEd students to help them create their revolutionary company London Festival Ballet, which eventually became the English National Ballet. Ballerina Dame Beryl Grey became Director of the Schools in the 1960s. ArtsEd continued to innovate, introducing both professional acting and musical theatre courses and in I986 moved to its present home in Chiswick. In 2007, Lord Andrew Lloyd Webber became President, heralding an auspicious new era for ArtsEd. The Day School and Sixth Form remains the leading school of its kind in the UK with all students possessing outstanding creativity and dedication. Academic results and vocational success are significant, and our Value-Added return is in the top 1% nationally. The School of Musical Theatre and School of Acting offer full-time BA and MA courses. Our Musical Theatre course is recognised as the best in the UK, while the Acting course is praised for its innovative 50:50 split between stage and screen acting. Our outstanding record of graduate success sees nearly every one of our Musical Theatre graduates and over three-quarters of our Acting graduates make their professional debuts within six months of graduating.In additional to vocational training and significant success in the creative arts, each year a number of ArtsEd students move on to Russell Group universities where they study a range of more traditional academic subjects, including English.
SF Recruitment are currently working with a fantastic organisation in the recruitment of an interim Assistant Finance Business Partner. The Assistant Finance Business Partner will provide support to the Finance Business Partner, by providing insightful financial analysis and the checking and challenging financial performance. Key tasks: - Supporting the Finance Business Partner in providing supp click apply for full job details
Dec 05, 2025
Seasonal
SF Recruitment are currently working with a fantastic organisation in the recruitment of an interim Assistant Finance Business Partner. The Assistant Finance Business Partner will provide support to the Finance Business Partner, by providing insightful financial analysis and the checking and challenging financial performance. Key tasks: - Supporting the Finance Business Partner in providing supp click apply for full job details
Anderson Recruitment Ltd
Ross-on-wye, Herefordshire
Our client, who are global market leaders in their field, are looking for an Accounts Assistant to join their friendly team in Ross on Wye (Herefordshire) on a full time, permanent basis. In return, you will have access to a host of benefits including 50/50 hybrid working, flexible start/finish times, opt in health cash plan, 24 days holiday + bank holidays + ability to buy and sell additional days, free parking and more. This is a varied role, reporting to the Financial Controller, and will be responsible for a broad range of financial and accounting activities to support the effective operation of the Finance function. General Responsibilities - Subsidiary accounting, involving a range of tasks from salaries, journals, accruals and prepayments, pension, reconciliations, TB, fixed assets and producing monthly accounts Subsidiary budgeting - Financial accounts reconciliations and processes - Cover of Stock reconciliations - Financial projects Financial accounting general enquiries - Audit assistance: year-end, interim and statutory audit, HMRC government audits and other audit requirements - Annual stock check attendance - Year End reporting and other ad-hoc reporting requirements Key Attributes - Previous accounting experience OR studying one of the following qualifications AAT/CIMA/ACCA - Previous working knowledge of SAP and SAGE would be an advantage (non-essential). Hours: 37.5h per week- flexible on start/finish times + 50/50 hybrid working option following successful completion of 6-month probation period. Salary: £23,900 - £32,000 + excellent benefits package including: - Flexible start/finish times - 50/50 hybrid working - Private medical insurance/health cash plans - 24 days holiday + bank holidays + ability to buy and sell additional holiday days - Free parking - Thorough training and ongoing development. - Enhanced maternity and paternity leave + more Please note: Whilst this role can offer hybrid work, it is not able to offer this role as fully remote, therefore candidates will be required to work all hours in-office for the entire duration of the 6 month training period , and for at least 50% of their working hours thereafter. With this in mind it is advisable that you check Ross-on-Wye is within a reasonable commute for you in order to apply.
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
Our client, who are global market leaders in their field, are looking for an Accounts Assistant to join their friendly team in Ross on Wye (Herefordshire) on a full time, permanent basis. In return, you will have access to a host of benefits including 50/50 hybrid working, flexible start/finish times, opt in health cash plan, 24 days holiday + bank holidays + ability to buy and sell additional days, free parking and more. This is a varied role, reporting to the Financial Controller, and will be responsible for a broad range of financial and accounting activities to support the effective operation of the Finance function. General Responsibilities - Subsidiary accounting, involving a range of tasks from salaries, journals, accruals and prepayments, pension, reconciliations, TB, fixed assets and producing monthly accounts Subsidiary budgeting - Financial accounts reconciliations and processes - Cover of Stock reconciliations - Financial projects Financial accounting general enquiries - Audit assistance: year-end, interim and statutory audit, HMRC government audits and other audit requirements - Annual stock check attendance - Year End reporting and other ad-hoc reporting requirements Key Attributes - Previous accounting experience OR studying one of the following qualifications AAT/CIMA/ACCA - Previous working knowledge of SAP and SAGE would be an advantage (non-essential). Hours: 37.5h per week- flexible on start/finish times + 50/50 hybrid working option following successful completion of 6-month probation period. Salary: £23,900 - £32,000 + excellent benefits package including: - Flexible start/finish times - 50/50 hybrid working - Private medical insurance/health cash plans - 24 days holiday + bank holidays + ability to buy and sell additional holiday days - Free parking - Thorough training and ongoing development. - Enhanced maternity and paternity leave + more Please note: Whilst this role can offer hybrid work, it is not able to offer this role as fully remote, therefore candidates will be required to work all hours in-office for the entire duration of the 6 month training period , and for at least 50% of their working hours thereafter. With this in mind it is advisable that you check Ross-on-Wye is within a reasonable commute for you in order to apply.
Sewell Wallis is currently working with a leading South Yorkshire business that is looking to recruit a Purchase Ledger Assistant. This Sheffield business will invest in you as a person and also offer a supportive team culture. In terms of experience for this Purchase Ledger Assistant role, this company is looking for a driven and passionate individual who has experience processing a high volume of purchase ledger invoices. What will you be doing? Processing invoices Reconciliation of supplier statements and escalation point for query resolution Responsible for clearing aged invoices and managing the timely processing of unapproved invoices Point of contact for queries and escalations for Suppliers, supported by Senior members of the team To support Senior team members of the team as and when necessary with ad hoc tasks Prioritisation of workload effectively throughout the day to ensure all requirements are met What skills are we looking for? You have strong communication (written and verbal) skills Strong analytical skills and attention to detail with a high level of accuracy Time management skills with the ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines Experience of the process and principles of Accounts Payable within the Finance department Computer literate Good working knowledge on Open Accounts (desired but training will be given) or a similar accounts payable system Whats on offer? Various discounts Free parking Apply below, or for more information, contact Lewis Walker. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
Sewell Wallis is currently working with a leading South Yorkshire business that is looking to recruit a Purchase Ledger Assistant. This Sheffield business will invest in you as a person and also offer a supportive team culture. In terms of experience for this Purchase Ledger Assistant role, this company is looking for a driven and passionate individual who has experience processing a high volume of purchase ledger invoices. What will you be doing? Processing invoices Reconciliation of supplier statements and escalation point for query resolution Responsible for clearing aged invoices and managing the timely processing of unapproved invoices Point of contact for queries and escalations for Suppliers, supported by Senior members of the team To support Senior team members of the team as and when necessary with ad hoc tasks Prioritisation of workload effectively throughout the day to ensure all requirements are met What skills are we looking for? You have strong communication (written and verbal) skills Strong analytical skills and attention to detail with a high level of accuracy Time management skills with the ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines Experience of the process and principles of Accounts Payable within the Finance department Computer literate Good working knowledge on Open Accounts (desired but training will be given) or a similar accounts payable system Whats on offer? Various discounts Free parking Apply below, or for more information, contact Lewis Walker. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Sewell Wallis is working on a progressive Assistant Accountant opportunity with our Huddersfield based client; a successful West Yorkshire SME business who are going through an exciting period of growth! This Assistant Accountant position is a newly created role that will report into a personal, friendly and supportive Finance Manager who is willing to offer further month end training to someone who is driven, helpful and eager to learn. Whilst also incorporating transactional finance duties, along with payroll down the line as there are plans to bring this in-house, the successful person will gain exposure to the full month end process. This role would suit someone who is AAT qualified, or working towards their ACCA or CIMA studies, has experience of working within transactional finance and someone who has gained exposure to parts of the month end process - ideally accruals, prepayments, journals and balance sheet reconciliations as a minimum. What will you be doing? Assist the Finance Manager with financial matters throughout the year. Assist in preparing monthly financial statements and management reports. Reconcile bank statements and maintain accurate financial records. Support month end and year end closing activities, including journals and balance sheet reconciliations. Manage the full purchase and sales ledger process. Handle intercompany recharges and reconciliations. Contribute to budgeting and forecasting processes. Prepare VAT returns accurately and within deadlines. Help ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations and internal controls. Liaise on payroll matters and oversee expenses processing. Provide general administrative support to the finance team when required. What skills are we looking for? Previous experience in a finance or accounting position, including payroll. AAT Qualified or Part-Qualified CIMA or ACCA. Confident user of Microsoft Excel, with experience in accounting software. Knowledge of Xero is an advantage. Self-motivated and able to work efficiently independently and as a team. Keen to learn and develop. Friendly, proactive and positive nature. What's on offer? Circa 35,000 per annum, depending on experience. 23 days holiday + 1 day for every year worked, rising to 25 days. Study support. Free parking. 30 -35 hours per week - the business can be flexible on how they are worked i.e. 4 full days, 5 days at reduced hours etc. The opportunity to work in a collaborative, friendly and supportive team. Career progression and exposure to the full management accounting process. Send us your CV below, or contact Emma Johnsen for more information. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
Sewell Wallis is working on a progressive Assistant Accountant opportunity with our Huddersfield based client; a successful West Yorkshire SME business who are going through an exciting period of growth! This Assistant Accountant position is a newly created role that will report into a personal, friendly and supportive Finance Manager who is willing to offer further month end training to someone who is driven, helpful and eager to learn. Whilst also incorporating transactional finance duties, along with payroll down the line as there are plans to bring this in-house, the successful person will gain exposure to the full month end process. This role would suit someone who is AAT qualified, or working towards their ACCA or CIMA studies, has experience of working within transactional finance and someone who has gained exposure to parts of the month end process - ideally accruals, prepayments, journals and balance sheet reconciliations as a minimum. What will you be doing? Assist the Finance Manager with financial matters throughout the year. Assist in preparing monthly financial statements and management reports. Reconcile bank statements and maintain accurate financial records. Support month end and year end closing activities, including journals and balance sheet reconciliations. Manage the full purchase and sales ledger process. Handle intercompany recharges and reconciliations. Contribute to budgeting and forecasting processes. Prepare VAT returns accurately and within deadlines. Help ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations and internal controls. Liaise on payroll matters and oversee expenses processing. Provide general administrative support to the finance team when required. What skills are we looking for? Previous experience in a finance or accounting position, including payroll. AAT Qualified or Part-Qualified CIMA or ACCA. Confident user of Microsoft Excel, with experience in accounting software. Knowledge of Xero is an advantage. Self-motivated and able to work efficiently independently and as a team. Keen to learn and develop. Friendly, proactive and positive nature. What's on offer? Circa 35,000 per annum, depending on experience. 23 days holiday + 1 day for every year worked, rising to 25 days. Study support. Free parking. 30 -35 hours per week - the business can be flexible on how they are worked i.e. 4 full days, 5 days at reduced hours etc. The opportunity to work in a collaborative, friendly and supportive team. Career progression and exposure to the full management accounting process. Send us your CV below, or contact Emma Johnsen for more information. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Sewell Wallis is working with a highly successful, well-established manufacturing business in Doncaster, South Yorkshire, which is recruiting a Finance Assistant on a full-time, permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with month-end or management accounts experience who is ready to progress into a more advanced role. The business is a true specialist in its sector, operating UK-wide and continuing to grow year after year - meaning plenty of long-term development prospects for the right person. You'll join a supportive and knowledgeable finance team where you'll gain exposure to wider management accounting responsibilities, build on your technical skills, and be actively encouraged in your professional studies. If you're ambitious, eager to learn, and looking for genuine career progression, this Finance Assistant role could be the ideal next move. What will you be doing? Assisting with the preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reports. Producing financial accounts up to the trial balance stage, including accruals and prepayments. Completing month-end balance sheet reconciliations and preparing supporting reports. Assisting with weekly cash flow forecasting and monitoring performance against budget. Supporting the preparation of annual budgets and year-end audit requirements. Analysing monthly KPIs and liaising with other departments to support performance reviews. Preparing ad hoc financial reports and analysis for senior management. Collaborating closely with operations, production and transport teams to ensure smooth communication and accurate reporting. Providing general finance and administrative support to the Finance Manager as required. What skills are we looking for? Previous experience as a Finance Assistant in an accountancy or finance role. Part-qualified or actively studying AAT/CIMA (or similar) is highly desirable. Strong Excel and IT skills, with experience using accounting software (Business Central desirable). Good understanding of accounting principles and management accounts processes. Excellent attention to detail, communication and problem-solving skills. Ability to work to tight deadlines, prioritising workload effectively. A proactive, flexible approach with the confidence to work both independently and as part of a team. What's on offer? 25 days annual leave + bank holidays. Enhanced pension (up to 10%). Full study support. Flexible start/finish times. Apply below to avoid missing out on this truly brilliant opportunity or contact Eleanor Kirk for more information. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
Sewell Wallis is working with a highly successful, well-established manufacturing business in Doncaster, South Yorkshire, which is recruiting a Finance Assistant on a full-time, permanent basis. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with month-end or management accounts experience who is ready to progress into a more advanced role. The business is a true specialist in its sector, operating UK-wide and continuing to grow year after year - meaning plenty of long-term development prospects for the right person. You'll join a supportive and knowledgeable finance team where you'll gain exposure to wider management accounting responsibilities, build on your technical skills, and be actively encouraged in your professional studies. If you're ambitious, eager to learn, and looking for genuine career progression, this Finance Assistant role could be the ideal next move. What will you be doing? Assisting with the preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reports. Producing financial accounts up to the trial balance stage, including accruals and prepayments. Completing month-end balance sheet reconciliations and preparing supporting reports. Assisting with weekly cash flow forecasting and monitoring performance against budget. Supporting the preparation of annual budgets and year-end audit requirements. Analysing monthly KPIs and liaising with other departments to support performance reviews. Preparing ad hoc financial reports and analysis for senior management. Collaborating closely with operations, production and transport teams to ensure smooth communication and accurate reporting. Providing general finance and administrative support to the Finance Manager as required. What skills are we looking for? Previous experience as a Finance Assistant in an accountancy or finance role. Part-qualified or actively studying AAT/CIMA (or similar) is highly desirable. Strong Excel and IT skills, with experience using accounting software (Business Central desirable). Good understanding of accounting principles and management accounts processes. Excellent attention to detail, communication and problem-solving skills. Ability to work to tight deadlines, prioritising workload effectively. A proactive, flexible approach with the confidence to work both independently and as part of a team. What's on offer? 25 days annual leave + bank holidays. Enhanced pension (up to 10%). Full study support. Flexible start/finish times. Apply below to avoid missing out on this truly brilliant opportunity or contact Eleanor Kirk for more information. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Sewell Wallis is working with a well-established business based in the Huddersfield area, which is currently looking for an experienced Accounts Assistant to join the business and support the accounts team. The successful Accounts Assistant candidate will be working in all areas across the Finance department, so they must be adaptable, hardworking, have good organisational & communication skills, be IT literate and be able to work to tight deadlines. This is a great opportunity for anyone looking for a varied role and who enjoys learning how Finance works to support all other areas of the business. What will you be doing? Setting up New Customers using the credit checking process. Allocating incoming payments to the correct accounts. Sending customer statements & copy invoices when required. Monitoring credit limits. Processing of overhead purchase invoices and obtaining the necessary approval of expenditure from the budget holder. Processing of purchase ordered invoices, and managing any queries that may arise with Supply Chain and the Supplier. Processing of container planning invoices and liaising with Supply Chain on any discrepancies. What skills are we looking for? A minimum of 2 years' experience in Accounts. Strong communication skills. Good organisational skills. Have the ability to multitask and have good attention to detail. What's on offer? Strong progression. On-site parking. Auto-enrolled pension scheme. Send us your CV below, or contact Becky Gibson for more information. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Dec 05, 2025
Full time
Sewell Wallis is working with a well-established business based in the Huddersfield area, which is currently looking for an experienced Accounts Assistant to join the business and support the accounts team. The successful Accounts Assistant candidate will be working in all areas across the Finance department, so they must be adaptable, hardworking, have good organisational & communication skills, be IT literate and be able to work to tight deadlines. This is a great opportunity for anyone looking for a varied role and who enjoys learning how Finance works to support all other areas of the business. What will you be doing? Setting up New Customers using the credit checking process. Allocating incoming payments to the correct accounts. Sending customer statements & copy invoices when required. Monitoring credit limits. Processing of overhead purchase invoices and obtaining the necessary approval of expenditure from the budget holder. Processing of purchase ordered invoices, and managing any queries that may arise with Supply Chain and the Supplier. Processing of container planning invoices and liaising with Supply Chain on any discrepancies. What skills are we looking for? A minimum of 2 years' experience in Accounts. Strong communication skills. Good organisational skills. Have the ability to multitask and have good attention to detail. What's on offer? Strong progression. On-site parking. Auto-enrolled pension scheme. Send us your CV below, or contact Becky Gibson for more information. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
RECfinancial are currently seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Assistant Accountant to join this North Leicester based client on an ongoing interim basis. Due to the clients location, this role is easily commutable from Leicestershire, Nottinghamshire & Derbyshire. This great opportunity requires a strong understanding of financial systems, accounts, billing processes, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure accurate, timely invoicing and revenue recognition. The ideal candidate will have experience working with Billing or ERP systems and will play a key role in driving efficiency and accuracy in the billing cycle whilst assisting with wider finance duties. Key Responsibilities: Prepare, generate, and issue accurate invoices based on contractual terms and customer requirements. Monitor and maintain customer billing accounts, resolving discrepancies in collaboration with internal teams. Perform regular reconciliations between billing systems and financial systems to ensure data integrity. Maintain and update billing system configurations as needed (e.g., pricing updates, tax rules). Assist with month-end closing processes related to billing and revenue recognition. Preparing and processing, Accruals, Pre-Payments and Journals. Support audits by providing accurate billing data and related documentation. Continuously seek process improvements to optimize the billing workflow and system usage. Required Skills & Experience: 2 years of experience in a billing, finance, or accounts receivable role. Experience of Month End duties, Journals prep etc Strong understanding of billing systems or ERP platforms Proficiency with Excel and data reconciliation. Excellent attention to detail, analytical skills, and organizational skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Preferred Experience: Experience participating in billing system implementations or upgrades On offer is: £28000 - £32000 Hybrid working (after probation) Flex start / finish Pension Parking For further information, contact Simon at RECfinancial RECSH
Dec 05, 2025
Seasonal
RECfinancial are currently seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Assistant Accountant to join this North Leicester based client on an ongoing interim basis. Due to the clients location, this role is easily commutable from Leicestershire, Nottinghamshire & Derbyshire. This great opportunity requires a strong understanding of financial systems, accounts, billing processes, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure accurate, timely invoicing and revenue recognition. The ideal candidate will have experience working with Billing or ERP systems and will play a key role in driving efficiency and accuracy in the billing cycle whilst assisting with wider finance duties. Key Responsibilities: Prepare, generate, and issue accurate invoices based on contractual terms and customer requirements. Monitor and maintain customer billing accounts, resolving discrepancies in collaboration with internal teams. Perform regular reconciliations between billing systems and financial systems to ensure data integrity. Maintain and update billing system configurations as needed (e.g., pricing updates, tax rules). Assist with month-end closing processes related to billing and revenue recognition. Preparing and processing, Accruals, Pre-Payments and Journals. Support audits by providing accurate billing data and related documentation. Continuously seek process improvements to optimize the billing workflow and system usage. Required Skills & Experience: 2 years of experience in a billing, finance, or accounts receivable role. Experience of Month End duties, Journals prep etc Strong understanding of billing systems or ERP platforms Proficiency with Excel and data reconciliation. Excellent attention to detail, analytical skills, and organizational skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Preferred Experience: Experience participating in billing system implementations or upgrades On offer is: £28000 - £32000 Hybrid working (after probation) Flex start / finish Pension Parking For further information, contact Simon at RECfinancial RECSH
Interim Purchase Ledger Assistant (0.6 FTE) College - North West London 6 month initial contract 0.6 FTE (3 days a week) 150 per day or 33,000pa (Pro rata) On site three days a week About the client Morgan Law is seeking an Interim Purchase Ledger Clerk for a College in North West London. Main Duties Manage internal and external purchase ledger communications Reconcile supplier statements and ensure timely processing of outstanding invoices Dealing with Queries as they arise Monthly statement reconciliation Processing/inputting invoices to Sage 200 Working alongside one other Purchase Ledger, reporting into the Finance Manager Credit Card Analysis Liaising with the budget holders Candidate Requirements Seen to be working towards a UK recognised accountancy qualification Experience in either the public or not for profit sectors (E) Good experience using Sage 200 An ability to effectively navigate different systems and sources of data to make meaningful and timely reports with relevant commentary Immediately available to start (E) Good excel skills (E) Campaign Timeline This is an urgent post and is open until filled. Equality & Diversity Statement Morgan Law shall not discriminate unlawfully when deciding which candidate/temporary worker is submitted for a vacancy or assignment, or in any terms of employment or terms of engagement for temporary workers. Morgan Law will ensure that each candidate is assessed only in accordance with the candidate's merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required by the particular vacancy.
Dec 04, 2025
Contractor
Interim Purchase Ledger Assistant (0.6 FTE) College - North West London 6 month initial contract 0.6 FTE (3 days a week) 150 per day or 33,000pa (Pro rata) On site three days a week About the client Morgan Law is seeking an Interim Purchase Ledger Clerk for a College in North West London. Main Duties Manage internal and external purchase ledger communications Reconcile supplier statements and ensure timely processing of outstanding invoices Dealing with Queries as they arise Monthly statement reconciliation Processing/inputting invoices to Sage 200 Working alongside one other Purchase Ledger, reporting into the Finance Manager Credit Card Analysis Liaising with the budget holders Candidate Requirements Seen to be working towards a UK recognised accountancy qualification Experience in either the public or not for profit sectors (E) Good experience using Sage 200 An ability to effectively navigate different systems and sources of data to make meaningful and timely reports with relevant commentary Immediately available to start (E) Good excel skills (E) Campaign Timeline This is an urgent post and is open until filled. Equality & Diversity Statement Morgan Law shall not discriminate unlawfully when deciding which candidate/temporary worker is submitted for a vacancy or assignment, or in any terms of employment or terms of engagement for temporary workers. Morgan Law will ensure that each candidate is assessed only in accordance with the candidate's merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required by the particular vacancy.
Kenton Black Finance are currently recruiting on behalf of a business based in the Buckshaw Village area. With several revenue streams, and a group who are rapidly expanding, they pride themselves on reward and recognition. Operating within the group finance team, this role will lead on month end activity in a fast paced environment, and will be placed within an established team of 7 finance staff. The role is also progressive, we welcome applications from those who have the drive and ambition to want to progress and ultimately move into management. Salary and Benefits on offer: - A highly competitive salary - The company will match up to 10% of your pension contribution - You will be entitled to 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays - Quarterly and annual bonuses - Gym membership - Private medical insurance - Health & Wellbeing programme This is an exciting and progressive opportunity for a dynamic and commercially focused Candidate. A role to develop at pace to a leadership post, there is support available and a workplace to enable a bright and passionate accountant. Your new role as the Management Accountant: This role is pivotal to maintaining accurate financial records, managing accounts payable, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. You will play an integral role in ensuring the smooth running of financial operations, providing management with key insights, and supporting business decisions. The ideal candidate will have proficiency in accounting software and a strong understanding of bookkeeping principles Main role duties: Production of monthly Management Accounts, including all accruals and prepayments to bring costs in line for multiple projects. CIS deductions, submissions and verifications, including subcontractor pre-qualification checks Cashflow management. Process accounts payable & receivable, ensuring timely payments to suppliers and subcontractors. Bank reconciliations including resolving discrepancies in a timely manner. Raising & issuing of works purchase orders, including obtaining the relevant authorisation in line with company procedures. Assist with the preparation of year-end financial statements. Utilise accounting software such as Xero and Excel to manage financial data efficiently Experience & Skills required to apply: - Proven experience as a Assistant Management Accountant or in a similar role within finance or accounting. - Strong knowledge of month-end process and ledger management principles. - Proficiency in accounting software; experience with Xero is desirable but not essential - Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting. - Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively. - Good communication skills, both written and verbal, to liaise with team members and external stakeholders. - A relevant qualification in finance or accounting is preferred but not essential. - Experience with inter company charges Kenton Black Finance operate across the UK as a market leading recruitment partner, specialising in the attraction of finance talent across both permanent and interim requirements. With a team of dedicated experts, each with longevity operating in the finance arena, we maintain a proven track record and have established partnerships with businesses both large, small and those in their infancy. Market leaders, we provide recruitment solutions from entry level finance to directorship professionals. Operating from local offices in Manchester, Leeds, Liverpool, Birmingham, London, Aberdeen and Glasgow, Kenton Black Finance remain a dynamic and effective recruitment partner who represent and attract only the finest finance talent in the local area and across the UK.
Dec 04, 2025
Full time
Kenton Black Finance are currently recruiting on behalf of a business based in the Buckshaw Village area. With several revenue streams, and a group who are rapidly expanding, they pride themselves on reward and recognition. Operating within the group finance team, this role will lead on month end activity in a fast paced environment, and will be placed within an established team of 7 finance staff. The role is also progressive, we welcome applications from those who have the drive and ambition to want to progress and ultimately move into management. Salary and Benefits on offer: - A highly competitive salary - The company will match up to 10% of your pension contribution - You will be entitled to 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays - Quarterly and annual bonuses - Gym membership - Private medical insurance - Health & Wellbeing programme This is an exciting and progressive opportunity for a dynamic and commercially focused Candidate. A role to develop at pace to a leadership post, there is support available and a workplace to enable a bright and passionate accountant. Your new role as the Management Accountant: This role is pivotal to maintaining accurate financial records, managing accounts payable, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. You will play an integral role in ensuring the smooth running of financial operations, providing management with key insights, and supporting business decisions. The ideal candidate will have proficiency in accounting software and a strong understanding of bookkeeping principles Main role duties: Production of monthly Management Accounts, including all accruals and prepayments to bring costs in line for multiple projects. CIS deductions, submissions and verifications, including subcontractor pre-qualification checks Cashflow management. Process accounts payable & receivable, ensuring timely payments to suppliers and subcontractors. Bank reconciliations including resolving discrepancies in a timely manner. Raising & issuing of works purchase orders, including obtaining the relevant authorisation in line with company procedures. Assist with the preparation of year-end financial statements. Utilise accounting software such as Xero and Excel to manage financial data efficiently Experience & Skills required to apply: - Proven experience as a Assistant Management Accountant or in a similar role within finance or accounting. - Strong knowledge of month-end process and ledger management principles. - Proficiency in accounting software; experience with Xero is desirable but not essential - Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in financial reporting. - Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively. - Good communication skills, both written and verbal, to liaise with team members and external stakeholders. - A relevant qualification in finance or accounting is preferred but not essential. - Experience with inter company charges Kenton Black Finance operate across the UK as a market leading recruitment partner, specialising in the attraction of finance talent across both permanent and interim requirements. With a team of dedicated experts, each with longevity operating in the finance arena, we maintain a proven track record and have established partnerships with businesses both large, small and those in their infancy. Market leaders, we provide recruitment solutions from entry level finance to directorship professionals. Operating from local offices in Manchester, Leeds, Liverpool, Birmingham, London, Aberdeen and Glasgow, Kenton Black Finance remain a dynamic and effective recruitment partner who represent and attract only the finest finance talent in the local area and across the UK.
Sewell Wallis are working with a thriving, well-established manufacturing business based in Sheffield, South Yorkshire. They are looking for an experienced Finance Assistant to join to support their finance team at a transactional level, taking responsibility for their accounts payable and receivable ledgers. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience across purchase ledger and sales ledger duties who wants to develop their skills further within a stable and growing company and take ownership of crucial finance functions within the business. What will you be doing? Supporting the accounts payable and receivable functions, including processing invoices and tracking payments. Raising customer invoices and ensuring accuracy across ledgers. Carrying out data entry of purchase invoices and maintaining up-to-date records. Reconciling supplier statements and investigating any discrepancies. Conducting regular bank reconciliations and supporting month-end processes. Liaising with suppliers and customers to resolve invoice and payment queries efficiently. Providing general administrative support to the finance team, including filing and maintaining records. Assisting with ad hoc finance projects and continuous improvement initiatives. Managing your own workload effectively to meet business deadlines. What skills are we looking for? Experience as a Finance Assistant or in a similar role. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy, even when working under pressure. Good written and verbal communication skills to liaise with internal teams and suppliers. Organised and able to manage multiple priorities effectively. A proactive, self-motivated attitude with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. A basic understanding of accounting principles or previous experience in a finance environment essential. What's on offer? Discretionary bonus (quarterly). 25+8 days annual leave. Flexible start/finish times. Free on-site parking. Healthcare scheme. Apply now, or contact Eleanor Kirk for more information. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Dec 04, 2025
Full time
Sewell Wallis are working with a thriving, well-established manufacturing business based in Sheffield, South Yorkshire. They are looking for an experienced Finance Assistant to join to support their finance team at a transactional level, taking responsibility for their accounts payable and receivable ledgers. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience across purchase ledger and sales ledger duties who wants to develop their skills further within a stable and growing company and take ownership of crucial finance functions within the business. What will you be doing? Supporting the accounts payable and receivable functions, including processing invoices and tracking payments. Raising customer invoices and ensuring accuracy across ledgers. Carrying out data entry of purchase invoices and maintaining up-to-date records. Reconciling supplier statements and investigating any discrepancies. Conducting regular bank reconciliations and supporting month-end processes. Liaising with suppliers and customers to resolve invoice and payment queries efficiently. Providing general administrative support to the finance team, including filing and maintaining records. Assisting with ad hoc finance projects and continuous improvement initiatives. Managing your own workload effectively to meet business deadlines. What skills are we looking for? Experience as a Finance Assistant or in a similar role. Excellent attention to detail and accuracy, even when working under pressure. Good written and verbal communication skills to liaise with internal teams and suppliers. Organised and able to manage multiple priorities effectively. A proactive, self-motivated attitude with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. A basic understanding of accounting principles or previous experience in a finance environment essential. What's on offer? Discretionary bonus (quarterly). 25+8 days annual leave. Flexible start/finish times. Free on-site parking. Healthcare scheme. Apply now, or contact Eleanor Kirk for more information. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Job Title: Finance Assistant - Income Management Contract Type: Temporary Salary: 13.26 per hour Hours: 37 per week Hybrid Working This is a hybrid position, mainly home-based, with one required office day at County Hall every two weeks for banking responsibilities. About Us Connect2Dorset is a managed service agency owned by Dorset Council, providing temporary, contract and interim opportunities within the Council. We operate with the core values of being ethical, trustworthy and caring, with profits returned to our Local Authority shareholders. About the Role This role sits within Income Management, the team responsible for handling all income received by Dorset Council- including income related to Revenues & Benefits. Unlike an Accounts Receivable-only position, this post supports a wide range of income processing and account-management tasks across multiple service areas. You will play a key part in ensuring income is recorded accurately, customer accounts are managed effectively, and payments are allocated correctly across the Council's financial systems. Key Responsibilities Process income including cash, cheques and BACS payments; balance end-of-day receipts and prepare banking Check and upload Collection & Deposit (C&D) sheets; allocate payments in SAP Manage returned cheques and maintain accurate customer account records Set up customer accounts, produce invoices and reminders, and respond to customer and colleague enquiries Upload daily bank files, allocate BACS payments and carry out Direct Debit tasks including reports and collections Process remittances, inter-authority transfers and support monthly activities such as invoice runs, statistics and payment allocations Support additional Income Management duties including GovPay setups, issuing paying-in books, taking card payments, processing refunds and ordering stationery Skills & Qualifications 5 GCSEs (grade C/4 or above), including English and Maths (or equivalent) Experience or learning gained within a financial environment Ability to work effectively within a team Confident use of IT systems, including spreadsheets and financial software Clear and professional communication with customers, colleagues and managers Ability to explain financial information to non-finance users Understanding of accounting best practice and financial management principles Awareness of local and national financial contexts and the UK tax system relevant to the role Commitment to Dorset Council's values: Respect, Together, Accountability, Openness, Curiosity Connect2Dorset is a trading style of Dorset & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Dorset Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dorset is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.
Dec 03, 2025
Seasonal
Job Title: Finance Assistant - Income Management Contract Type: Temporary Salary: 13.26 per hour Hours: 37 per week Hybrid Working This is a hybrid position, mainly home-based, with one required office day at County Hall every two weeks for banking responsibilities. About Us Connect2Dorset is a managed service agency owned by Dorset Council, providing temporary, contract and interim opportunities within the Council. We operate with the core values of being ethical, trustworthy and caring, with profits returned to our Local Authority shareholders. About the Role This role sits within Income Management, the team responsible for handling all income received by Dorset Council- including income related to Revenues & Benefits. Unlike an Accounts Receivable-only position, this post supports a wide range of income processing and account-management tasks across multiple service areas. You will play a key part in ensuring income is recorded accurately, customer accounts are managed effectively, and payments are allocated correctly across the Council's financial systems. Key Responsibilities Process income including cash, cheques and BACS payments; balance end-of-day receipts and prepare banking Check and upload Collection & Deposit (C&D) sheets; allocate payments in SAP Manage returned cheques and maintain accurate customer account records Set up customer accounts, produce invoices and reminders, and respond to customer and colleague enquiries Upload daily bank files, allocate BACS payments and carry out Direct Debit tasks including reports and collections Process remittances, inter-authority transfers and support monthly activities such as invoice runs, statistics and payment allocations Support additional Income Management duties including GovPay setups, issuing paying-in books, taking card payments, processing refunds and ordering stationery Skills & Qualifications 5 GCSEs (grade C/4 or above), including English and Maths (or equivalent) Experience or learning gained within a financial environment Ability to work effectively within a team Confident use of IT systems, including spreadsheets and financial software Clear and professional communication with customers, colleagues and managers Ability to explain financial information to non-finance users Understanding of accounting best practice and financial management principles Awareness of local and national financial contexts and the UK tax system relevant to the role Commitment to Dorset Council's values: Respect, Together, Accountability, Openness, Curiosity Connect2Dorset is a trading style of Dorset & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Dorset Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dorset is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.
Sewell Wallis is partnering with a fantastic organisation based in North-West Leeds, seeking an HR Assistant to join their team on a permanent, full time basis. This is a dynamic, hands-on HR position offering the opportunity to deliver professional and comprehensive HR support and guidance across this West Yorkshire business. What will you be doing? As an HR Assistant, you will be overseeing the complete onboarding process for new employees, ensuring all actions are completed within the agreed SLA and payroll deadlines. Creating and maintaining accurate electronic employee records. Managing SharePoint data to ensure accuracy, as it directly feeds into dashboards and weekly reports. Acting as a key point of contact for stakeholders regarding HR queries related to onboarding, offboarding, and company policies. Administering the offboarding process for leavers, ensuring all steps are completed in line with monthly payroll deadlines. Handling all changes to terms and conditions of employment, including UK transfers, by issuing letters and confirming updates directly with employees. Keeping the HR system up to date with all employee changes, such as cost centre adjustments, term and condition updates, and line manager changes. What skills are we looking for? Previous experience in a similar role (1-2 years). Strong attention to detail. Strong communication skills and must be comfortable speaking to people at all levels. Excel and DocuSign experience. Right to work knowledge. What's on offer? 28,000 per annum Hybrid working pattern (3 days in the office, 2 from home). Supportive and sociable working environment. Free on-site parking. Please send us your CV below or contact Emma Johnsen for more information. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Dec 03, 2025
Full time
Sewell Wallis is partnering with a fantastic organisation based in North-West Leeds, seeking an HR Assistant to join their team on a permanent, full time basis. This is a dynamic, hands-on HR position offering the opportunity to deliver professional and comprehensive HR support and guidance across this West Yorkshire business. What will you be doing? As an HR Assistant, you will be overseeing the complete onboarding process for new employees, ensuring all actions are completed within the agreed SLA and payroll deadlines. Creating and maintaining accurate electronic employee records. Managing SharePoint data to ensure accuracy, as it directly feeds into dashboards and weekly reports. Acting as a key point of contact for stakeholders regarding HR queries related to onboarding, offboarding, and company policies. Administering the offboarding process for leavers, ensuring all steps are completed in line with monthly payroll deadlines. Handling all changes to terms and conditions of employment, including UK transfers, by issuing letters and confirming updates directly with employees. Keeping the HR system up to date with all employee changes, such as cost centre adjustments, term and condition updates, and line manager changes. What skills are we looking for? Previous experience in a similar role (1-2 years). Strong attention to detail. Strong communication skills and must be comfortable speaking to people at all levels. Excel and DocuSign experience. Right to work knowledge. What's on offer? 28,000 per annum Hybrid working pattern (3 days in the office, 2 from home). Supportive and sociable working environment. Free on-site parking. Please send us your CV below or contact Emma Johnsen for more information. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Sewell Wallis are working with a highly successful and well-established manufacturing business based in Doncaster, South Yorkshire, who are looking to recruit a Senior Finance Assistant on a full-time, permanent basis. This is an amazing opportunity for anyone with some exposure to month end procedures and management accounts looking to take full ownership of these processes and take the next step in their career. The business are a true specialist within their sector, operating across the UK and continuously developing and growing. You'll be joining a friendly team and gaining exposure to a wide range of accounting processes. The Senior Finance Assistant role will be varied and hands-on, providing opportunity for progression and development within a busy, growing business. What will you be doing? Assisting with the preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reports. Producing financial accounts up to trial balance stage, including accruals and prepayments. Completing month-end balance sheet reconciliations and preparing supporting reports. Assisting with weekly cash flow forecasting and monitoring performance against budget. Supporting the preparation of annual budgets and year-end audit requirements. Analysing monthly KPIs and liaising with other departments to support performance reviews. Preparing ad hoc financial reports and analysis for senior management. Collaborating closely with operations, production and transport teams to ensure smooth communication and accurate reporting. Providing general finance and administrative support to the Finance Manager as required. What skills are we looking for? Previous experience as a Senior Finance Assistant or in an accountancy or finance role. Part-qualified or actively studying AAT or a similar qualification (ideally). Strong Excel and IT skills, with experience using accounting software (Business Central desirable). Good understanding of accounting principles and management accounts processes. Excellent attention to detail, communication and problem-solving skills. Ability to work to tight deadlines, prioritising workload effectively. A proactive, flexible approach with the confidence to work both independently and as part of a team. What's on offer? 25 days annual leave + bank holidays. Enhanced pension (up to 10%). Study support Flexible start/finish times. Apply below to avoid missing out on this fantastic role or get in touch with Eleanor Kirk for more details. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Dec 02, 2025
Full time
Sewell Wallis are working with a highly successful and well-established manufacturing business based in Doncaster, South Yorkshire, who are looking to recruit a Senior Finance Assistant on a full-time, permanent basis. This is an amazing opportunity for anyone with some exposure to month end procedures and management accounts looking to take full ownership of these processes and take the next step in their career. The business are a true specialist within their sector, operating across the UK and continuously developing and growing. You'll be joining a friendly team and gaining exposure to a wide range of accounting processes. The Senior Finance Assistant role will be varied and hands-on, providing opportunity for progression and development within a busy, growing business. What will you be doing? Assisting with the preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reports. Producing financial accounts up to trial balance stage, including accruals and prepayments. Completing month-end balance sheet reconciliations and preparing supporting reports. Assisting with weekly cash flow forecasting and monitoring performance against budget. Supporting the preparation of annual budgets and year-end audit requirements. Analysing monthly KPIs and liaising with other departments to support performance reviews. Preparing ad hoc financial reports and analysis for senior management. Collaborating closely with operations, production and transport teams to ensure smooth communication and accurate reporting. Providing general finance and administrative support to the Finance Manager as required. What skills are we looking for? Previous experience as a Senior Finance Assistant or in an accountancy or finance role. Part-qualified or actively studying AAT or a similar qualification (ideally). Strong Excel and IT skills, with experience using accounting software (Business Central desirable). Good understanding of accounting principles and management accounts processes. Excellent attention to detail, communication and problem-solving skills. Ability to work to tight deadlines, prioritising workload effectively. A proactive, flexible approach with the confidence to work both independently and as part of a team. What's on offer? 25 days annual leave + bank holidays. Enhanced pension (up to 10%). Study support Flexible start/finish times. Apply below to avoid missing out on this fantastic role or get in touch with Eleanor Kirk for more details. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Sewell Wallis is delighted to be working with a well-established business in Leeds City Centre, which is looking to recruit a Controls Team Assistant on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This West Yorkshire role has become available due to continued business growth, and the successful Controls Team Assistant candidate will be joining a friendly, supportive finance team in a collaborative working environment. As a Controls Team Assistant, you will support the accurate and timely delivery of inter-company reporting, recharges, and IM cost allocations. What will you be doing? Manage inter-company recharges, invoicing, and cost allocations (actuals, budget, and forecast). Reconcile and maintain inter-company balances and support month-end reporting. Collaborate with Treasury and wider Finance teams to clear balances and process payments. Identify, investigate, and explain variances whilst maintaining strong financial controls. What skills are we looking for? Background in finance, accounting, or financial operations. Strong Excel and data analysis skills with good attention to detail. Confident communicator who is able to build strong cross-functional relationships. Self-motivated, organised, and comfortable working autonomously. Experience with inter-company processes, cost allocation, or management reporting a plus. What's on offer? Up to 28,000 per annum, depending on experience Hybrid working Medical insurance Life assurance Company pension Various other voluntary benefits you can choose to suit you. For more information please contact Emma Johnsen To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Dec 02, 2025
Contractor
Sewell Wallis is delighted to be working with a well-established business in Leeds City Centre, which is looking to recruit a Controls Team Assistant on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This West Yorkshire role has become available due to continued business growth, and the successful Controls Team Assistant candidate will be joining a friendly, supportive finance team in a collaborative working environment. As a Controls Team Assistant, you will support the accurate and timely delivery of inter-company reporting, recharges, and IM cost allocations. What will you be doing? Manage inter-company recharges, invoicing, and cost allocations (actuals, budget, and forecast). Reconcile and maintain inter-company balances and support month-end reporting. Collaborate with Treasury and wider Finance teams to clear balances and process payments. Identify, investigate, and explain variances whilst maintaining strong financial controls. What skills are we looking for? Background in finance, accounting, or financial operations. Strong Excel and data analysis skills with good attention to detail. Confident communicator who is able to build strong cross-functional relationships. Self-motivated, organised, and comfortable working autonomously. Experience with inter-company processes, cost allocation, or management reporting a plus. What's on offer? Up to 28,000 per annum, depending on experience Hybrid working Medical insurance Life assurance Company pension Various other voluntary benefits you can choose to suit you. For more information please contact Emma Johnsen To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.