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We are seeking an experienced Legal Cashier to join a small but busy cashier team. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role within a supportive law firm environment, contributing to the smooth running of the firm's financial operations. As the Legal Cashier, you will be responsible for: Processing outward CHAPS and Bacs payments Allocation of client receipts Bank reconciliations Taking Card Payments from clients over the telephone and in person Processing Purchase ledger invoices on the accounts system Posting of Office Disbursements including Land Registry, Court fees, and other search fees. Banking client and office cheques/cash as and when required Processing Counsel fee notes onto the purchase and relevant client ledger's Monitoring and responding to queries within the accounts shared inbox The successful Legal Cashier will have the following related skills / experience: Previous legal cashiering experience Purchase ledger experience would also be advantageous Excellent IT skills Good organisational skills Strong communication skills Ability to communicate with all levels of the organisation A driver with your own transport Benefits: 25 days Annual Leave + bank hols Employee reward programme Smart Health - 24/7 virtual GP, health check, mental health support, nutrition consultations, fitness programme Various wellbeing initiatives Personal development programmes Additional holiday for birthday celebrations Additional holiday for Christmas shutdown Life Assurance Regular company events

We are seeking a proactive and organised Finance Assistant to support the day-to-day financial operations of the business. Working closely with the Finance Manager, you will play a key role in maintaining accurate records, processing transactions and ensuring smooth financial processes across the organisation. Key Responsibilities Process supplier invoices, including matching, coding and securing approvals Maintain and reconcile the purchase ledger, including supplier statements Set up and prepare payments, and distribute remittance advice Manage supplier onboarding and ensure compliance with approval procedures Perform credit card reconciliations and support monthly account processes Support internal communication across departments and resolve supplier queries About You Strong attention to detail and organisational skills Previous experience in a finance or accounts role (preferred) Good communication skills and ability to work collaboratively Confident using finance systems and Microsoft Office

Sewell Wallis is looking for a Commercial Cost Accountant for a high-growth metals manufacturing business in Sheffield, South Yorkshire. This role is a fantastic opportunity for an established Cost Accountant or Management Accountant with extensive manufacturing experience to step up into a more commercially focused business partnering position. You'll be working with internal department directors across operations and commercial, whilst reporting into a Head of Finance. You'll need to be used to working with raw material prices, forecasting on costing fluctuations and impact on sales/margins. What will you be doing? Working closely with the operational and commercial teams to understand the full margin elements of the company's product portfolio. Regular analysis and reporting of raw material costs, including forecasting of elementals, foreign exchange and potential hedging requirements Understanding of the full operational process of the company's product portfolio, incorporating standard costing into product cost and pricing mechanisms. Daily review, analysis and informative reporting of operational costs in line with budget/forecast, including assessment of manufacturing variances such as mix/yield/price/quantity, promoting cost awareness with insight to drive action and improve future performance. Daily review, analysis and reporting of production vs forecast, including assessment of volume/revenue/GCM. Monthly forecasting for operational performance to GCM at a detailed level. Identify operational process inefficiencies and suggest necessary improvements to enhance cost efficiency and business improvement. Adhering to month end group reporting deadlines (calendar day 5), ensuring completion of all relevant pricing and costing adjustments within operational and accounting software, including reconciliations and valuations of inventory balance sheet items Monthly sales and margin analysis, review and commentary for inclusion within management accounts Assist with internal & external audit requirements. What skills are we looking for? Qualified accountant ACA, ACCA, CIMA Strong Microsoft Excel skills Experience within Manufacturing (Metal and Alloy experience is beneficial) Excellent communicator, with strong presentation skills Experience in business partnering across departments What's on offer? A competitive salary of 65,000 Quarterly bonus of approx. 7% Pension - matched up to 8% 25 days annual leave + bank holidays Christmas Shutdown Private healthcare Send us your CV below, or contact Inci Evcil 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.

Your new company A well-established legal practice with over four decades of service, known for its personal, professional, and client-focused approach. The firm is entering an exciting phase of growth and transformation, bringing its finance function in-house to enhance operational efficiency and strategic decision-making. The role will be fully remote and will consider candidates who would like to work either on a full-time or part-time basis. Is is essential you have a background in the legal sector. Your new role This newly created Legal Accountant position offers a unique opportunity to shape and lead the internal finance function. You'll work closely with senior leadership to support business growth, manage financial operations, and provide strategic insights. You will be supported by 2 Legal Cashiers. Key responsibilities include: Managing bookkeeping and producing management reports Overseeing reconciliations for bank, sales, purchases, and nominal ledgers Preparing VAT returns and liaising with external payroll providers Producing financial statements and analysing operational costs Supporting audits and implementing accounting systems Supporting the Board with financial insights for expansion decisions What you'll need to succeed You will have with strong knowledge of Solicitors Accounts Rules. Experience in the legal sector, or with legal clients, is essential. You'll be highly organised, detail-oriented, and confident working independently and collaboratively. What you'll get in return This is a fully remote role with flexibility to work on a full-time or part-time basis. You'll have the chance to build and lead a new finance function, contribute to strategic decisions, and work closely with senior leadership. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Finance Manager (Or a MA Ready to Step Up) Batley £40,000 - £50,000 You know that feeling when you're capable of more, but your current employer thinks "development" means letting you do the same job with a different spreadsheet? Yeah. This role isn't that. A growing group in West Yorkshire is looking for someone who's ready to move from doing the numbers to owning the numbers. They don't need a fully-polished, already-been-there FM who wants to spend their days delegating. They want someone who can run the management accounts and isn't too precious to jump onto the purchase ledger when things get lively. This is for the Management Accountant / Deputy FM who's impatient. Who wants oversight. Who wants progression. Who wants to learn from a leadership team that actually leads. If that's you, read on. What you'll actually be doing: You'll handle monthly management accounts and financial statements across multiple entities - not just one neat little cost centre someone's shoved you in for the past two years. You'll own budgets, forecasts and cashflow conversations with people who don't glaze over when you speak. You'll reconcile the balance sheet and bank - properly. And you'll oversee a solid finance team who need someone capable of guiding, coaching and occasionally rolling up sleeves to help when it's all hands on deck. You don't need to be a fully qualified superhero. ACCA/CIMA part-qual or QBE with genuine range is fine. What you do need is competence, curiosity, and the ability to talk about a P&L. What's in it for you: Growth opportunities - this isn't a static role £40-50k salary One day a week WFH after probation 24 days holiday + bank hols + birthday off Health cash plan Electric car salary sacrifice scheme Annual discretionary bonus Hours: 8-4 or 9-5 - your choice This role is going to suit either a Management Accountant, Assistant FM or Deputy FM who's ready to step up, or a confident Finance Manager who wants to work somewhere with actual growth opportunities.

This is your chance to earn between £26,208-£28,000 per annum working 40 hours per week ! Complete with an excellent benefits package ! We have an opportunity for a Commercial Administrator based in our Ellesmere Port office Step into a role that genuinely rewards your expertise! We Can Offer You: Work-Life Balance : 23 days annual leave + bank holidays, plus flexibility Health & Wellbeing : 24/7 GP access, mental health support, fitness programs, and more Training & Growth : Ongoing professional development to keep you at the top of your game Your role as our Commercial Administrator: Monitor and manage daily work activities using the IT system Administering subcontracts Supply chain management Scoring linked to reviews/ Payment Applications Cash collection On site material auditing, cost control, subcontract and purchase ledger Assist with producing client quotes Raising PO s for subcontractors and suppliers Assisting with supply chain onboarding & procurement SharePoint administration What We Need from You. Good level of education To be competent in all aspects of administration tasks and have good organisational skills Strong administrative skills and ability to operate a computerised database system (ideally coins) Experience in working with Microsoft Office software (Outlook, Word, Excel and Access) Ability to work to deadlines and strong communication skills Experience gained within a social housing environment is advantageous . Why Liberty? We re a diverse, supportive team with a focus on personal development, wellbeing, and making a real difference in the communities we serve. Liberty offers you a chance to work with the best in the industry and continuously improve your skills while enjoying a rewarding career. Apply Today! Click Apply below to join Liberty as our Commercial Administrator! We look forward to hearing from you! Closing Date: 22nd April 2026 (We may close early due to high demand)

We are a renowned multiservice law firm committed to access for justice. Our lawyers specialise in criminal defence, family law, housing, civil liberties and human rights. We are a Legal 500 and Chambers UK recommended firm who are currently recruiting a Legal Cashier to join our Accounts Team in Croydon office. This is a full-time role with the successful candidate being part of a dynamic and growing team. We offer a hybrid work model, enabling you to work 4 days remotely and 1 day from the office, subject to successful completion of initial training. Main Duties: Investigation and analysis of client balances taking follow up action to comply with SAR Investigation and analysis of office credit balances taking follow up action to comply with SAR Reconciliation of Ledger Balances, allocations and corrections. Raising Bills on Private Client case files civil and crime. Dealing / chasing Fee earners regarding client ledgers and any outstanding matter balances. Checking / approving Crime Disbursements for payment - ensuring requisite authorisations are in in place & that invoices adhere to LAA requirements. Applying for LF1 interim payments on account. Following up on Disbursement queries. Posting Legal Aid Authority BACS Statements BACS / CHAPS / Faster payments / INTL payments (and occasional Cheque Payments) Assisting with daily / weekly client payment runs / payments on completions / CTO transfers and payments of inter partes related disbursements. Other duties may include: Assisting with unbilled, billed and unpaid disbursements and allocations Reconciling the HMCTS account, dealing with any queries from fee earners Reconciling the UBER account, postings and recording receipts to matters, any queries. Booking Train line tickets for fee earners upon request Worldpay payments from clients via telephone Bank reconciliations Credit Card reconciliations VAT reconciliations Credit control working through the Age Debt Report Dealing with Expense Claims & Overtime claims Monthly Analysis of Aged WIP Crime PS MC Report Monthly Tuning & Formatting of 11 WIP Reports Posting Invoices & Credit Notes to the Nominal & Client Ledger Creating Supplier Accounts on the Purchase Ledger Closing & archiving files Dealing with third parties experts or suppliers and assisting with queries by telephone and email, keeping good relationships. Extensive reconciliation work during year end account preparation & SRA Audit Ad hoc daily accounting tasks and working closely with the other team members as required Purchase ledger Posting invoices, weekly payment runs, posting payments Nominal postings Direct Debits, Standing Orders Providing billing team with billing figures upon request Dealing with daily email & telephone queries from all staff Banking (requires attendance to the office on occasion when/if necessary) Any other tasks as requested by Supervisor and/or the Finance Director. About you: Excellent oral and written communication skills Numerical Skills Adaptability Problem-Solving Abilities Polite and professional telephone manner Ability to learn quickly High level of accuracy with attention to detail Excellent time management and organisational skills Able to work on own initiative and also as part of a wider team Ability to cope with tight deadlines and work under pressure Technical Proficiency - Experience using the Microsoft Office, in particular competent in excel and word. Experience using P4W / tikit is preferable. You will receive a positive and supportive working environment with a team that prides themselves on promoting from within, exposure to industry specialists and a fantastic opportunity to start or continue your development in an award-winning law firm.

Finance Assistant Caerphilly area £30-36,000 pro rata very dep on experience An exceptional opportunity to join an International Manufacturing organisation in this newly created role Assist the Accountant in all aspects of the day to day accounts and financials, and support the sales and purchase ledger functions Provide cover for the Accountant during annual and other leave, including processing monthly payroll Accounts Administration Supplier & other payment processing Accruals and prepayments General Ledger reconciliation Stock valuation Assist with financial statements including P&L, Balance Sheet & Cash flow forecasting Intercompany reconciliation Assist with quarterly & annual audit requirements. Experience of using Sagewill be an advantage The Finance Assistant is likely to be AAT or ACCA part Qualified and Financial assistance will be available to help you qualify This is a Part time role working 3-4 days per week You must have the permanent right to work in the UK You must have a minimum of 3 years + experience in an Accounting role As this is a development role, the role will be defined over time with training as required Travel to work from Blackwood,Pontypridd,Caerphilly,Cardiff,Newport

Job Summary We are seeking a reliable Purchase Ledger Administrator to cover a maternity leave for our client. The role involves managing supplier invoices, processing payments, and supporting the accounts team to maintain accurate financial records. Key Responsibilities Process and reconcile supplier invoices accurately and promptly Match invoices to purchase orders and resolve discrepancies Maintain and update supplier accounts in the accounting system Prepare payment runs and assist with month-end accounting activities Respond to supplier queries professionally and in a timely manner Support the finance team with ad hoc reporting and administrative tasks Ensure compliance with company policies and financial procedures Skills and Experience Experience in purchase ledger/accounts payable or similar finance roles Strong attention to detail and accuracy Good organizational and time management skills Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g., Sage, SAP, or similar) Ability to work independently and as part of a team Good communication skills, both written and verbal

Job Title: School Finance Officer Salary: £40,000 + benefits including parking on site Location: Kingston Upon Thames, Surbiton, Teddington, Hampton, Twickenham, Richmond Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and proactive individual to join their growing team. Working in a busy but dynamic environment, you will be responsible on delivering exceptional financial support to a Bursar within an Independent school environment. You will be responsible for delivering effective financial management across the school. The Finance Officer will ensure accurate financial processing, robust internal controls, clear reporting, and excellent financial service to parents, staff and suppliers. The role encompasses day-to-day accounting operations, budget monitoring, fee billing, and wider administrative financial tasks essential to the smooth running of the school. Key Responsibilities Financial Operations & Accounting: Handle daily financial tasks like purchase orders, invoicing, receipts, payments, and supplier communication. ? Prepare termly management accounts, year-end financial accounts, and support audits. ? Perform monthly reconciliations for bank accounts, petty cash, and control accounts. ? Process journals and maintain accurate financial records. ? Create cashflow forecasts and monitor liquidity. ? Manage the fixed asset register and depreciation schedule. ? Ensure VAT compliance and management. ? Budgeting & Financial Monitoring: Help prepare the annual budget and long-term financial plans. ? Monitor budgets and provide analyses and variance reports. ? Advise budget holders on financial procedures and management. ? Income, Fees & Credit Control ? Generate termly fee invoices and bill for additional charges (e.g., trips, clubs, wraparound care). ? Process payments and update the sales ledger. ? Monitor debts, handle credit control, and liaise with parents. ? Manage trip finances, including tracking receipts, expenses, and reconciliation. ? Procurement & Best Value ? Process and verify purchase orders to ensure cost efficiency. ? Assist with supplier reviews, utility monitoring, and contract renewals. ? Ensure compliance with financial regulations and procurement rules. ? Systems Administration Maintain accurate, secure, and confidential accounting systems. ? Administer payment platforms and reconcile transactions. ? Support system upgrades and process improvements. ? Key Skills required: AAT Level 3 qualification or equivalent, or significant financial administration experience (Essential). ? Experience in school finance or similar environments with multi-stream income and complex ledgers (Essential). ? Proficiency in purchase/sales ledger management, credit control, and bank reconciliation (Essential). ? Experience in preparing management accounts and supporting budget monitoring (Essential). ? Advanced skills in computerised finance systems and Microsoft Excel (Essential). ? Experience in preparing VAT returns (Essential). ? Familiarity with administering ParentPay or similar payment platforms (Desirable). ? Experience in independent school finance, particularly fee billing (Desirable). You must be eligible to work in the UK full-time without restriction. If you feel you have the relevant skills and experience, please apply to Evolve Recruitment, Kingston upon Thames for further information. Due to the high volume of applications, we may not be able to respond to all candidates. If you have not heard from us within five working days, please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful

Sewell Wallis are currently working with a fantastic accountancy practice based in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, who are well-known for their culture, modern approach and focus on employee development. They are looking to add an accountant to their team, as they continue to grow. The company has a truly outstanding reputation not only for their culture, but for being consistently forward-thinking and building client relationships. This is truly an opportunity not to be missed. They are ideally looking for someone with experience within an accountancy practice, however candidates with experience dealing with management accounts who are keen to move into practice from industry can be considered. Being AAT qualified (or working towards this) is also highly desirable. What will you be doing? Building strong relationships with clients, acting as a trusted point of contact. Supporting with day-to-day bookkeeping and maintaining accurate digital records. Preparing monthly management accounts and providing meaningful insight. Producing year-end accounts for a varied portfolio of clients. Supporting clients in streamlining their finance processes using cloud-based systems. Working with a range of software including Xero, QuickBooks, Sage, Dext and FreeAgent. Assisting clients with queries and providing proactive, value-add support. Supporting the wider team and contributing to a positive, collaborative culture. What skills are we looking for? Previous experience within an accounting environment (practice preferred, but not essential). Experience preparing management accounts and working with financial data. Strong knowledge of cloud-based accounting software (ideally Xero or similar). A proactive, enthusiastic approach and a genuine interest in working with clients. Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships. What's on offer? Opportunity to join a business that truly priorities it's people. Flexible and hybrid working options. Profit share scheme. 25 days holiday + bank holidays, plus your birthday off. Ongoing training, development and career progression opportunities. If you are looking for a role where you can develop your career, work closely with clients and be part of a forward-thinking business, please 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.

Accounts Payable Specialist required for a successful dynamic company in Manchester. £30-33pa About the RoleAre you an experienced Accounts Payable professional looking for a role where you can make an impact? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic finance team as the standalone Accounts Payable Specialist working in a fast-paced, multi-entity environment. You'll be the go-to person for supplier relationships and play a key role in keeping ledgers accurate and processes smooth. What You'll DoInvoice Processing & Ledger Management Accurately process purchase invoices in accordance with company procedures and resolve any discrepancies or queries promptly. Perform 3-way matching between Purchase Orders (PO), Goods Receipt Notes (GRN), and Invoices to ensure accuracy and compliance. Maintain a well-organised and up-to-date ledger, ensuring all transactions are correctly recorded. Review and monitor GRNI (Goods Received Not Invoiced) reports regularly to identify and resolve outstanding items. Reconciliations & Payments Complete supplier statement reconciliations to ensure balances are accurate and discrepancies are addressed. Assist with weekly payment runs, ensuring timely and accurate payments to suppliers. Support credit card reconciliations and ensure all transactions are properly accounted for. Process staff expense claims in line with company policy and maintain clean creditor balances. Communication & Administration Act as the first point of contact for supplier queries, providing professional and timely responses. Manage Accounts Payable inboxes, ensuring all communications are handled efficiently and within agreed timeframes. Provide regular updates to the Group AP Manager and assist with ad hoc tasks and projects as required. What We're Looking For Accounts Payable experience 2yrs+ Systems: Sage and NetSuite experience desirable Excellent communication, attention to detail, and ability to prioritise. Able to problem-solve and remain calm What's In It For You? Up to £33,000pa depending on experience Salary & Benefits: Up to £33k max. Hybrid, 3 office, 2 home, Pension, Life Assurance (worth x5 base salary), Private Healthcare (on completion of 3 months' probation), free onsite car parking. 25 days annual leave + 1 day for birthday + bank holidays. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #

Sewell Wallis is working with an exceptional Doncaster based engineering business that is currently looking for an HR Manager to join their team. As a standalone Human Resources Manager, you will report to the Chief Financial Officer and work with the Senior Leadership Team and Department Managers. Ideally, they are looking for someone who is an enthusiastic, self-motivated team player, keen to own the HR function on a 4 days per week basis, which will include 1 day working from home. What will you be doing? Working closely with the Senior Leadership Team on delivering the HR agenda, continuously looking at improvement HR initiatives and changes for the business. Managing recruitment including contracts of employment, job descriptions, on-boarding and induction for new recruits Supporting managers on all areas of employee relations and performance management Full management and administration of the HR systems, payroll and benefits. Support salary reviews and pay changes Ensure compliance with HR data and GDPR requirements Employment contract management Support and facilitate training and long-term learning and development initiatives HR Policies and Procedures: Implementation of changes in legal requirements into policies procedures liaising with external HR support providers, and progressively improve HR policies towards best practice Develop HR reporting and analytics to inform decision making, conduct staff surveys. Support on ad-hoc HR related projects as required. What skills are we looking for? At least 3 years' working within a HR function Strong understanding of employment law, and recent changes Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Strong IT skills, including HR systems and Microsoft Suite Must be resilient, agile and confident in dealing with all levels of stakeholder Experience dealing with performance management issues Proven experience operating in a generalist HR role for a SME, ideally within an engineering or manufacturing company Grad CIPD, MCIPD qualified or working towards A proactive approach and a team player, self starter An adaptable attitude and ability to work to tight deadlines and under pressure Whats on offer? 24 days annual leave plus stat holidays and a bonus day for birthdays. Contributory pension from day one of employment Group Life Insurance (4 x salary) Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Free on-site parking with electric charging points Save to buy share scheme (subject to time of joining) Cycle to work scheme 1 day WFH per week Healthcare cash plan (Medicash) Additional annual leave purchase scheme Please send us your CV below or contact Sue Wallis 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.

TEMP VACANCY Accounts Payable Clerk Atkinson Moss are proud to be representing a fantastic company near Norwich in their search in looking for unique new members to their highly productive team. They are in the search for a Temporary Accounts Payable Clerk. Key duties include: Process all supplier invoices Processing payments including direct debits and singular payments Responding to all supplier queries Processing employee s cash and credit card expenses Key Skills: Experience in purchase ledger is essential Immediate start Excellent Excel skills This role will be an immediate start and our client is looking for someone between 20-30 hours a week. If this role would be of interest then please contact Moss

Interim Accounts Assistant - Cheltenham Your new company We are proud to be partnering with a well-known British fashion brand that's built its reputation on quality and style. The business has grown rapidly in recent years and continues to go from strength to strength. You'll be based in their stunning Cheltenham office, a modern, welcoming space with free on-site parking, joining a friendly finance team of seven. Your new role As an Accounts Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting the finance team with day-to-day operations. Your responsibilities will include: Processing supplier invoices and reconciling statements Managing purchase ledger entries and resolving queries Assisting with payment runs and maintaining accurate records Supporting month-end processes Using Excel for data analysis and reporting This is an interim position, starting ASAP, for an initial 3-month contract with the potential to extend. You'll benefit from one day working from home per week. What you'll need to succeed Strong Excel skills Previous experience in purchase ledger/accounts payable Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment What you'll get in return Competitive pay of up to £15 per hour Flexible working with 1 day remote per week Opportunity to work in a modern office with free parking Join a supportive and friendly finance team If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #

A rare opportunity to take real ownership in a growing business. We're looking for a commercially minded Finance Manager who wants more than just a reporting role. This is a position with genuine influence where you'll shape the finance function, drive improvements, and play a key role in supporting business growth. This is a hands-on role in a fast-evolving SME environment, ideal for someone who thrives on responsibility, enjoys solving problems, and takes pride in building robust, scalable financial processes. You'll work closely with senior leadership while owning the day-to-day finance operations end-to-end. The Opportunity This is not a "sit back and report" role. You will: Take full ownership of the finance function Drive improvements in cashflow, controls, and reporting Strengthen financial processes to support future growth Act as a key partner to leadership, providing insight and not just numbers What You'll Be Doing Financial Ownership & Reporting Lead the production of monthly management accounts with clear, insightful commentary Deliver meaningful variance analysis that drives decision-making Ensure consistency, accuracy, and integrity across all financial reporting Month-End & Core Finance Own the month-end close process (accruals, prepayments, journals) Maintain and review balance sheet reconciliations Ensure financial data is accurate, timely, and reliable Cash, Credit & Risk Control Take full ownership of credit control and debtor management Drive cash collection performance and reduce risk exposure Oversee customer credit limits, payment terms, and financial risk Handle complex or high-value debt scenarios when needed Credit Insurance Leadership Manage the company's credit insurance policy end-to-end Oversee limits, applications, compliance, and claims Liaise with insurers and brokers to ensure optimal cover Process Improvement & Controls Identify weaknesses and implement stronger financial controls Improve systems, reporting, and workflows Reduce reliance on individuals by building scalable processes Business Insight & Planning Support budgeting and forecasting Provide forward-looking financial insight to leadership Monitor cashflow and working capital performance Team & Stakeholder Support Support and guide purchase ledger and credit control activities Act as a key escalation point for complex issues Work collaboratively across the business to improve financial outcomes What We're Looking For Experience Qualified (ACCA / CIMA / ACA) or strong QBE Proven experience in a similar role within an SME or growing business Strong track record owning management accounts and month-end Experience with credit control and/or credit insurance Skills & Mindset Strong technical grounding in accounting principles Commercially aware with the ability to interpret and challenge data Hands-on, proactive, and solutions-focused Confident working independently and taking ownership Strong Excel and systems capability High attention to detail with a continuous improvement mindset If you're someone who takes pride in delivering results, thrives on responsibility, and wants to build something better, not just maintain it, then this is an opportunity worth exploring. Think Accountancy and Finance is the finance division of Think Specialist Recruitment, an independent recruitment agency based in Hemel Hempstead and working across the Herts, Beds and Bucks area. We specialise in permanent, temporary and contract recruitment with areas of expertise including: Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Finance Admin, Part Qualified Finance, Credit Control and Bookkeepers.

Finance Manager - Colchester/Hybrid - Lead & Develop Finance, Influence Strategy Your new company An international organisation with a track record of sustained growth and innovation is seeking a talented Finance Manager to join its team. In this pivotal role, you will take full ownership of financial and operational controls, ensuring the delivery of accurate, high-quality financial and management information to support strategic decision-making and drive business performance. Your new role The Finance Manager will report to the Managing Director and work closely with the Group Finance Director & Operational Management. They will manage and develop a small & effective finance team & lead the ongoing development of systems, processes, controls and reporting. Key Responsibilities Prepare monthly management accounts and annual statutory accounts in compliance with UK regulations.Reconcile the nominal ledger and maintain accurate financial records.Provide payroll data to ensure timely and correct salary payments.Oversee finance team output, ensuring accuracy and quality standards.Lead and develop the finance team.Handle company and individual tax matters, liaising with auditors for compliance.Act as primary contact for external auditors and manage interim/year-end audits.Liaise with group finance teams.Prepare and agree monthly sales and cash flow forecasts with the Managing Director.Manage stock control, inventory reconciliation, and purchase ledger queries.Maintain and improve financial processes to enhance productivity.Analyse sales and commercial performance, define KPIs, and assist with pricing strategy.Oversee online banking and maintain strong bank relationships.Lead ad hoc financial analysis and advanced data handling using MS Office and Google Apps.Oversee payroll, holiday entitlement, and personnel-related activities.Prepare VAT returns, waste declarations, and reports for HMRC and other authorities.Maintain and update sales/cost prices and price lists.Ensure compliance with Health & Safety & Company Policies. What you'll need to succeed Technical ExpertiseProven experience producing monthly management accounts.Application and knowledge of statutory reporting (FRS102 & IFRS).Advanced Excel skills for financial analysis and reporting.Excels at presenting findings clearly to stakeholders Leadership Skills:Experience managing and mentoring finance teams.Ability to collaborate effectively across multiple departments. Behavioural Competencies:Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Strong organisational ability and attention to detail.Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.Self-starter who can take a lead on all things finance What you'll get in return Competitive salary and benefits. Opportunity for personal and career development 37 hours per week - Monday to Friday Hybrid Working (min.40% Office / max.60% Home Based) Pension 5% match Private Healthcare Option Company Sick Pay Death in Service Benefit Perkbox What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #