This is a fantastic opportunity for a detail driven and self motivated Management Accountant that is looking to develop in a supportive environment. Duties include: Producing monthly management accounts Processing monthly payroll Complete month-end journals and balance sheet reconciliations Support month-end and year-end closing procedures Creating financial schedules, update spreadsheets and update reports Overseeing the reconciliation of several multi-currency bank accounts Producing and submitting VAT returns for UK and overseas Monitoring and reporting movements of stock between different tax jurisdictions Managing and reviewing the credit card reconciliations to ensure accurate and timely processing Supervise a team of two ledger clerks Language skills are a bonus You will have previous Accounting/Finance knowledge either by qualification or by experience. Strong analytical skills along with data manipulation. A confident communicator with excellent organisational skills who enjoys dealing with people and Accounts.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
This is a fantastic opportunity for a detail driven and self motivated Management Accountant that is looking to develop in a supportive environment. Duties include: Producing monthly management accounts Processing monthly payroll Complete month-end journals and balance sheet reconciliations Support month-end and year-end closing procedures Creating financial schedules, update spreadsheets and update reports Overseeing the reconciliation of several multi-currency bank accounts Producing and submitting VAT returns for UK and overseas Monitoring and reporting movements of stock between different tax jurisdictions Managing and reviewing the credit card reconciliations to ensure accurate and timely processing Supervise a team of two ledger clerks Language skills are a bonus You will have previous Accounting/Finance knowledge either by qualification or by experience. Strong analytical skills along with data manipulation. A confident communicator with excellent organisational skills who enjoys dealing with people and Accounts.
Payroll and Accounts Clerk (FT/PT) - Belfast/Newtownards/Downpatrick MCS Group is delighted to be partnering with an established and growing Accountancy Practice with offices in Belfast, Newtownards, and Downpatrick, looking to recruit a Payroll and Accounts Clerk on a full-time or part-time, permanent basis. The Company: Established over 50 years ago, this firm has evolved into a forward-thinking, highly professional organisation with a nationwide client base across Ireland. It has successfully balanced a global perspective with a strong commitment to staying local, personable, and accessible. In addition to core services such as audit, accountancy, and specialist taxation, the firm now offers expertise in management consultancy, systems analysis, forensic accounting, and litigation support-providing clients with comprehensive, end-to-end solutions. What's in it for you? Half Day Friday (12:30pm finish) Competitive salary 22 days holiday + 11 statutory days Private Medical Insurance (Individual or Family - 50%) Auto enrolment pension Annual pay review Annual membership fees covered Overtime (paid or toil) Commission opportunities (intro of client) Job Duties of the Payroll and Accounts Clerk include: Reports to Manager Working with a portfolio of clients across a number of industries Payroll & PAYE compliance including RTI submissions to HM Revenue & Customs VAT return preparation and MTD submissions Basic company secretarial duties and statutory filings with Companies House What you need to be the Payroll and Accounts Clerk Practice experience preferred, but open to industry candidates Payroll and VAT experience is desirable Open to ATI, Part-Qualified or QBE candidates Strong attention to detail, organised, and able to manage multiple clients Proactive and comfortable working in a client-facing role Able to work independently while following established processes Good communication skills, both written and verbal To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up to date CV via the link provided or contact Brad Dempster, Specialist Recruitment Consultant at MCS group on or Even if this position is not right for you, we may have others that are. Please visit MCS Group to view a wide selection of our current jobs Not all agencies are the same MCS Group are passionate about providing a first-class service to all our customers and have an independent review rating of 4.9 stars on Google.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Payroll and Accounts Clerk (FT/PT) - Belfast/Newtownards/Downpatrick MCS Group is delighted to be partnering with an established and growing Accountancy Practice with offices in Belfast, Newtownards, and Downpatrick, looking to recruit a Payroll and Accounts Clerk on a full-time or part-time, permanent basis. The Company: Established over 50 years ago, this firm has evolved into a forward-thinking, highly professional organisation with a nationwide client base across Ireland. It has successfully balanced a global perspective with a strong commitment to staying local, personable, and accessible. In addition to core services such as audit, accountancy, and specialist taxation, the firm now offers expertise in management consultancy, systems analysis, forensic accounting, and litigation support-providing clients with comprehensive, end-to-end solutions. What's in it for you? Half Day Friday (12:30pm finish) Competitive salary 22 days holiday + 11 statutory days Private Medical Insurance (Individual or Family - 50%) Auto enrolment pension Annual pay review Annual membership fees covered Overtime (paid or toil) Commission opportunities (intro of client) Job Duties of the Payroll and Accounts Clerk include: Reports to Manager Working with a portfolio of clients across a number of industries Payroll & PAYE compliance including RTI submissions to HM Revenue & Customs VAT return preparation and MTD submissions Basic company secretarial duties and statutory filings with Companies House What you need to be the Payroll and Accounts Clerk Practice experience preferred, but open to industry candidates Payroll and VAT experience is desirable Open to ATI, Part-Qualified or QBE candidates Strong attention to detail, organised, and able to manage multiple clients Proactive and comfortable working in a client-facing role Able to work independently while following established processes Good communication skills, both written and verbal To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up to date CV via the link provided or contact Brad Dempster, Specialist Recruitment Consultant at MCS group on or Even if this position is not right for you, we may have others that are. Please visit MCS Group to view a wide selection of our current jobs Not all agencies are the same MCS Group are passionate about providing a first-class service to all our customers and have an independent review rating of 4.9 stars on Google.
Job Title : Part-Time Bookkeeper - Care Home Location : Surbiton, Surrey Salary : 19 - 20 per hour Job Type : Permanent, Part Time Hours: 20 hours per week - at the nursing home About us: Milverton Nursing Home is a small, dedicated care facility committed to providing a warm, welcoming, and safe environment for our residents. As a nursing home, we focus on delivering high-quality, compassionate care and depend on a highly organized and efficient back office to support our staff, residents, and their families. About the role We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Part-time Bookkeeper to join our care home team. This is a key role responsible for managing the home's financial records, resident billing, and ensuring accurate reporting to support effective decision-making. You will work closely with the Home Manager and Managing Director, ensuring all financial processes run smoothly and in compliance with relevant regulations. Key Responsibilities Manage resident accounts, including invoicing private residents, Local Authorities (LA), and CCGs on a monthly basis Maintain and update resident income spreadsheets and funding records, ensuring accuracy at all times Administer the petty cash system for residents and liaise with families regarding account balances and top-ups Prepare and submit monthly FNC and INCO spreadsheets to CCG Monitor and update funding sources for each resident, reporting any changes to management Maintain purchase and sales ledgers, ensuring all invoices are processed accurately and in a timely manner using Sage Perform monthly bank and credit card reconciliations Process payroll journals and maintain accurate financial records Manage supplier payments, including monthly payment runs and ledger reviews Oversee cash flow, profit & loss, and prepare management accounts for review Produce monthly financial reports to support management decision-making Liaise with external accountants for year-end accounts and corporate tax filing Ensure all financial data is accurate, compliant, and audit-ready Provide financial information and reports as required by the Home Manager and Managing Director Oversee renewal and negotiation of insurance policies Manage utility contracts and renewals Set up and maintain direct debits and standing orders for suppliers Manage the home's petty cash and support general financial administration About you: Skills and Experience: Proven experience in bookkeeping or finance (experience in care homes desirable but not essential) Promote a welcoming and professional environment at all times Strong knowledge of accounting systems (XERO preferred) Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills Ability to manage multiple financial processes and deadlines Strong analytical and problem-solving skills High level of integrity and ability to handle confidential information Care home experience (desirable) What we offer: A supportive and friendly working environment Employee of the month recognition scheme Free on-site lunch Opportunities for training and professional development The chance to make a real difference in residents' lives Please click the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role. Candidates with experience of; Bookkeeping Clerk, Accountant, Time Served Accountant, Management Accountant, General Ledger, Payroll, Bookkeeper, Finance Assistant may also be considered for this role.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Job Title : Part-Time Bookkeeper - Care Home Location : Surbiton, Surrey Salary : 19 - 20 per hour Job Type : Permanent, Part Time Hours: 20 hours per week - at the nursing home About us: Milverton Nursing Home is a small, dedicated care facility committed to providing a warm, welcoming, and safe environment for our residents. As a nursing home, we focus on delivering high-quality, compassionate care and depend on a highly organized and efficient back office to support our staff, residents, and their families. About the role We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Part-time Bookkeeper to join our care home team. This is a key role responsible for managing the home's financial records, resident billing, and ensuring accurate reporting to support effective decision-making. You will work closely with the Home Manager and Managing Director, ensuring all financial processes run smoothly and in compliance with relevant regulations. Key Responsibilities Manage resident accounts, including invoicing private residents, Local Authorities (LA), and CCGs on a monthly basis Maintain and update resident income spreadsheets and funding records, ensuring accuracy at all times Administer the petty cash system for residents and liaise with families regarding account balances and top-ups Prepare and submit monthly FNC and INCO spreadsheets to CCG Monitor and update funding sources for each resident, reporting any changes to management Maintain purchase and sales ledgers, ensuring all invoices are processed accurately and in a timely manner using Sage Perform monthly bank and credit card reconciliations Process payroll journals and maintain accurate financial records Manage supplier payments, including monthly payment runs and ledger reviews Oversee cash flow, profit & loss, and prepare management accounts for review Produce monthly financial reports to support management decision-making Liaise with external accountants for year-end accounts and corporate tax filing Ensure all financial data is accurate, compliant, and audit-ready Provide financial information and reports as required by the Home Manager and Managing Director Oversee renewal and negotiation of insurance policies Manage utility contracts and renewals Set up and maintain direct debits and standing orders for suppliers Manage the home's petty cash and support general financial administration About you: Skills and Experience: Proven experience in bookkeeping or finance (experience in care homes desirable but not essential) Promote a welcoming and professional environment at all times Strong knowledge of accounting systems (XERO preferred) Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills Ability to manage multiple financial processes and deadlines Strong analytical and problem-solving skills High level of integrity and ability to handle confidential information Care home experience (desirable) What we offer: A supportive and friendly working environment Employee of the month recognition scheme Free on-site lunch Opportunities for training and professional development The chance to make a real difference in residents' lives Please click the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role. Candidates with experience of; Bookkeeping Clerk, Accountant, Time Served Accountant, Management Accountant, General Ledger, Payroll, Bookkeeper, Finance Assistant may also be considered for this role.
The post reports directly into our Director of Finance and the team comprises of a Finance & Funding Officer and a Finance Assistant & Purchase Ledger Clerk. The postholder will have broad experience in a Finance team, ideally in an education setting. The main focus of the post will be on management reporting and payroll as the post carries the responsibility of overseeing the organisation's payroll each month. Client Details I am pleased to be partnering with a leading organisation within the Education sector in recruiting for an experienced ACCA/CIMA qualified Accountant with payroll experience to take on a thoroughgoing role as part of a small, friendly Finance team of 4. Description Departmental income and expenditure accounts and consolidating them into the Institutional-wide monthly management accounts available for the SLT. To manage month-end procedures according to the timetable including (i) the sign off of balance sheet reconciliations, (ii) the calculation and posting of prepayments and accruals, and (iii) the processing and posting of card payments. Providing monthly analysis of key variances identified within each School/Business Support income and expenditure, and active involvement in any resulting action plans. This will require an excellent understanding of multiple processes spanning different Schools and Business Support functions, as well as coordinating and prioritizing workload across their team. Facilitating the budget-setting and planning process. This requires the provision of detailed budgetary performance and staffing requirement levels for each School/Department in advance of strategic financial planning meetings held each year. Outputs from these discussions underpin the organisations financial plan. Providing periodic re-forecasts for School and Business Support units and staff costs. Preparing the annual staffing complement budget. Developing a process regular updating of the staffing complement budget. Preparing capital appraisals in relation to projects Maintaining budget changes in Sage 200, ensuring appropriate documentation is retained. Maintaining the fixed-asset register. Maintaining an overview of spend within Schools and Business Support units and being proactive in identifying any issues. Issues should be resolved through early communication with the relevant School/Business Support unit and appropriate, agreed actions. Preparing the relevant tax returns including corporation tax and VAT and calculating relevant reliefs including theatre tax relief. Providing active input into completion the organisation's annual accounts including the supporting narrative and statistics. Liaising with external auditors as required. Providing input into other external statutory reporting as required. Leading on all aspects of the payroll including collation/provision of the payroll data to the outsourced payroll company for processing and dealing with staff payroll queries. Profile A successful Finance Manager should have: CCAB qualified (ACCA, CA, CIPFA, CIMA) Highly numerate and very comfortable working with large amounts of data. Knowledge of payroll processes and procedures. Demonstrably proactive in seeking solutions. Good interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive working relationships both within a small close-knit Finance team and across the organization. The ability to communicate and convey information to non-financial people. The ability to work under pressure in order to meet strict deadlines. The ability to work on own initiative as well as under direction. Excellent IT skills and knowledge of Excel/applications in the Microsoft Office365 suite and the ability to and aptitude to be self-sufficient/to work with minimal IT support. Knowledge of Sage200 and Sage Payroll and other financial software packages. Personal integrity and high standards for self and others. Experience of working in a Finance role in an educational or performing arts setting. Proven, relevant experience in a similar accounting role. Experience in providing Finance Business Partnering Experience of project or product costing Experience of budget preparation. Experience of analysing variances and communicating these to non-financial people. Experience of running an in-house payroll. Job Offer Competitive salary ranging from £50,000 to £60,000 per annum. Attractive benefits package tailored to support employee well-being. Generous holiday allowance to ensure a healthy work-life balance. Opportunity to work in the rewarding Education sector in Woking. Supportive and collaborative work environment with professional growth opportunities. If you are ready to take on this exciting Finance Manager role in Woking, we encourage you to apply today and contribute to this impactful organisation.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
The post reports directly into our Director of Finance and the team comprises of a Finance & Funding Officer and a Finance Assistant & Purchase Ledger Clerk. The postholder will have broad experience in a Finance team, ideally in an education setting. The main focus of the post will be on management reporting and payroll as the post carries the responsibility of overseeing the organisation's payroll each month. Client Details I am pleased to be partnering with a leading organisation within the Education sector in recruiting for an experienced ACCA/CIMA qualified Accountant with payroll experience to take on a thoroughgoing role as part of a small, friendly Finance team of 4. Description Departmental income and expenditure accounts and consolidating them into the Institutional-wide monthly management accounts available for the SLT. To manage month-end procedures according to the timetable including (i) the sign off of balance sheet reconciliations, (ii) the calculation and posting of prepayments and accruals, and (iii) the processing and posting of card payments. Providing monthly analysis of key variances identified within each School/Business Support income and expenditure, and active involvement in any resulting action plans. This will require an excellent understanding of multiple processes spanning different Schools and Business Support functions, as well as coordinating and prioritizing workload across their team. Facilitating the budget-setting and planning process. This requires the provision of detailed budgetary performance and staffing requirement levels for each School/Department in advance of strategic financial planning meetings held each year. Outputs from these discussions underpin the organisations financial plan. Providing periodic re-forecasts for School and Business Support units and staff costs. Preparing the annual staffing complement budget. Developing a process regular updating of the staffing complement budget. Preparing capital appraisals in relation to projects Maintaining budget changes in Sage 200, ensuring appropriate documentation is retained. Maintaining the fixed-asset register. Maintaining an overview of spend within Schools and Business Support units and being proactive in identifying any issues. Issues should be resolved through early communication with the relevant School/Business Support unit and appropriate, agreed actions. Preparing the relevant tax returns including corporation tax and VAT and calculating relevant reliefs including theatre tax relief. Providing active input into completion the organisation's annual accounts including the supporting narrative and statistics. Liaising with external auditors as required. Providing input into other external statutory reporting as required. Leading on all aspects of the payroll including collation/provision of the payroll data to the outsourced payroll company for processing and dealing with staff payroll queries. Profile A successful Finance Manager should have: CCAB qualified (ACCA, CA, CIPFA, CIMA) Highly numerate and very comfortable working with large amounts of data. Knowledge of payroll processes and procedures. Demonstrably proactive in seeking solutions. Good interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive working relationships both within a small close-knit Finance team and across the organization. The ability to communicate and convey information to non-financial people. The ability to work under pressure in order to meet strict deadlines. The ability to work on own initiative as well as under direction. Excellent IT skills and knowledge of Excel/applications in the Microsoft Office365 suite and the ability to and aptitude to be self-sufficient/to work with minimal IT support. Knowledge of Sage200 and Sage Payroll and other financial software packages. Personal integrity and high standards for self and others. Experience of working in a Finance role in an educational or performing arts setting. Proven, relevant experience in a similar accounting role. Experience in providing Finance Business Partnering Experience of project or product costing Experience of budget preparation. Experience of analysing variances and communicating these to non-financial people. Experience of running an in-house payroll. Job Offer Competitive salary ranging from £50,000 to £60,000 per annum. Attractive benefits package tailored to support employee well-being. Generous holiday allowance to ensure a healthy work-life balance. Opportunity to work in the rewarding Education sector in Woking. Supportive and collaborative work environment with professional growth opportunities. If you are ready to take on this exciting Finance Manager role in Woking, we encourage you to apply today and contribute to this impactful organisation.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Payroll Assistant to join an independent accountancy firm, delivering comprehensive payroll solutions for a diverse range of clients. As a Payroll Assistant, you will manage a portfolio of client payrolls, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant processing while supporting overall team objectives. This full-time role offers salary circa £24,000 - £28,000 and benefits. You will be responsible for: Processing assigned client payrolls accurately and on schedule. Inputting data and preparing detailed payroll reports. Highlighting anomalies or issues to clients and supporting resolution. Ensuring timely submissions and payments to HMRC, pensions, and other third parties. Maintaining payroll records in line with statutory requirements. Assisting with month-end, year-end, and ad-hoc payroll tasks. Supporting audit readiness and identifying discrepancies or risks. What we are looking for: Previously worked as a Payroll Assistant, Payroll administrator, Payroll Officer, Payroll Clerk, Payroll Executive, Payroll Specialist, Payroll Coordinator, Junior Accountant, Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Bookkeeper, Accounts Semi Senior, Accounts Junior, Accounting Technician or in a similar role. Experience in payroll administration. Knowledge of payroll concepts including PAYE, National Insurance, pensions, holiday pay, SSP, SMP, and related legislation. Ideally have 1 year of payroll experience. Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills. Skilled in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with payroll software. What's on offer: Competitive salary Company pension scheme A supportive and professional work environment with opportunities for development. Apply now for this great Payroll Assistant opportunity to join a respected payroll services organisation and develop your career. Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Additional Resources will be acting in your best interest and may contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message. For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please contact us. Additional Resources Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.
Oct 08, 2025
Full time
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Payroll Assistant to join an independent accountancy firm, delivering comprehensive payroll solutions for a diverse range of clients. As a Payroll Assistant, you will manage a portfolio of client payrolls, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant processing while supporting overall team objectives. This full-time role offers salary circa £24,000 - £28,000 and benefits. You will be responsible for: Processing assigned client payrolls accurately and on schedule. Inputting data and preparing detailed payroll reports. Highlighting anomalies or issues to clients and supporting resolution. Ensuring timely submissions and payments to HMRC, pensions, and other third parties. Maintaining payroll records in line with statutory requirements. Assisting with month-end, year-end, and ad-hoc payroll tasks. Supporting audit readiness and identifying discrepancies or risks. What we are looking for: Previously worked as a Payroll Assistant, Payroll administrator, Payroll Officer, Payroll Clerk, Payroll Executive, Payroll Specialist, Payroll Coordinator, Junior Accountant, Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Bookkeeper, Accounts Semi Senior, Accounts Junior, Accounting Technician or in a similar role. Experience in payroll administration. Knowledge of payroll concepts including PAYE, National Insurance, pensions, holiday pay, SSP, SMP, and related legislation. Ideally have 1 year of payroll experience. Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills. Skilled in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with payroll software. What's on offer: Competitive salary Company pension scheme A supportive and professional work environment with opportunities for development. Apply now for this great Payroll Assistant opportunity to join a respected payroll services organisation and develop your career. Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Additional Resources will be acting in your best interest and may contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message. For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please contact us. Additional Resources Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.
Sewell Wallis is currently working with a global manufacturing group based in Leeds as they look to appoint a Finance Manager due to internal promotion. With the support of a team of five, the successful candidate will take full responsibility for producing monthly management accounts for the UK business. This West Yorkshire business has a great working culture that puts its people first. We are looking for a great manager and mentor who can continue developing the team as they work through their professional studies. What will you be doing? The Finance Manager will lead and support a team of 5 (2 part-time Accounts Payable Clerks, 2 part-time General Finance Assistants, and 1 Finance Apprentice). Oversee core accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, general ledger, and financial analysis. Prepare and post month-end journal entries (prepayments, accruals, revenue adjustments, manufacturing variances). Produce timely and accurate management accounts under the company's reporting deadlines. Maintain and manage the fixed asset register; create internal orders on SAP and ensure compliance with company asset management procedures. Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations and quarterly trial balance variance analysis with appropriate follow-up actions. Review and approve payroll and supplier payments, ensuring accuracy and adherence to financial controls. Approve and validate vendor setups and changes in line with internal policies. Support both internal and external financial audits, ensuring timely and accurate responses to auditor requests. Assist with lease reconciliation and ensure accuracy of lease vehicle schedules and coordinate with relevant departments for changes or renewals. Identify and implement improvements to financial systems and processes to enhance efficiency, control, and reporting accuracy. Participate in ad hoc financial projects and initiatives as assigned What skills do we need? CIMA or ACCA qualified (or equivalent). Extensive working knowledge of SAP or a similar ERP system. Previous experience in a manufacturing environment is highly desirable. Demonstrated ability to work to tight, recurring deadlines under pressure. Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, formula-driven reports). Strong communication, interpersonal, and analytical skills. Proven leadership and team management capabilities. What's on offer? Salary of up to 60,000 depending on experience Hybrid working (3 days in the office) 8 % employer pension contribution On-site parking Apply for this role below, or for more information, contact Kayley. 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.
Oct 07, 2025
Full time
Sewell Wallis is currently working with a global manufacturing group based in Leeds as they look to appoint a Finance Manager due to internal promotion. With the support of a team of five, the successful candidate will take full responsibility for producing monthly management accounts for the UK business. This West Yorkshire business has a great working culture that puts its people first. We are looking for a great manager and mentor who can continue developing the team as they work through their professional studies. What will you be doing? The Finance Manager will lead and support a team of 5 (2 part-time Accounts Payable Clerks, 2 part-time General Finance Assistants, and 1 Finance Apprentice). Oversee core accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, general ledger, and financial analysis. Prepare and post month-end journal entries (prepayments, accruals, revenue adjustments, manufacturing variances). Produce timely and accurate management accounts under the company's reporting deadlines. Maintain and manage the fixed asset register; create internal orders on SAP and ensure compliance with company asset management procedures. Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations and quarterly trial balance variance analysis with appropriate follow-up actions. Review and approve payroll and supplier payments, ensuring accuracy and adherence to financial controls. Approve and validate vendor setups and changes in line with internal policies. Support both internal and external financial audits, ensuring timely and accurate responses to auditor requests. Assist with lease reconciliation and ensure accuracy of lease vehicle schedules and coordinate with relevant departments for changes or renewals. Identify and implement improvements to financial systems and processes to enhance efficiency, control, and reporting accuracy. Participate in ad hoc financial projects and initiatives as assigned What skills do we need? CIMA or ACCA qualified (or equivalent). Extensive working knowledge of SAP or a similar ERP system. Previous experience in a manufacturing environment is highly desirable. Demonstrated ability to work to tight, recurring deadlines under pressure. Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, lookups, formula-driven reports). Strong communication, interpersonal, and analytical skills. Proven leadership and team management capabilities. What's on offer? Salary of up to 60,000 depending on experience Hybrid working (3 days in the office) 8 % employer pension contribution On-site parking Apply for this role below, or for more information, contact Kayley. 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.
Our client is a well-established and successful manufacturer, they are looking for a reliable and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant / Finance Assistant to join them on a Part Time, fixed term contract for 12 months. Your role will be to support the finance team in the day-to-day running of the accounts department. The ideal candidate will have a good understanding of basic accounting principles and be confident working with numbers and accounting software. Maternity cover - 12 month fixed term contract Part Time 17 hours a week (potential to do 25 hours, to be discussed) Working hours/days would be as follows: Mondays and Thursdays: 9:15am - 3:00pm Tuesdays: 8:00am - 3:00pm Salary is £15.27 an hour (£13,500 a year based on 17 hours a week) PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU MEET THE FOLLOWING CRITERIA: Proven experience in an Accounting or Finance support role Knowledge of basic bookkeeping and accounting principles Familiarity with accounting software (e.g. Xero, Sage, QuickBooks) Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite High level of accuracy and attention to detail Strong organisational and time management skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team AAT qualification (or studying towards it) is desirable but not essential Key Responsibilities: Purchase Ledger Duties: Input supplier invoices, resolve invoice and payment queries, communicate with suppliers regarding issues, and apply payments and credits to invoices. Contras Processing: Collaborate with the Sales Ledger team to contra customer/supplier (NMBS) invoices. Payment Processing: Handle BACS payment runs and upload files to the bank. Faster Payments: Set up and process faster payment transactions as needed. Inbox Management: Maintain and organise the Purchase Ledger (PL) Outlook inbox. Supplier Accounts: Open new supplier accounts and ensure existing supplier information is up to date. Petty Cash: Manage petty cash, including reconciliation and preparation of the monthly journal. Cash Book Posting: Download and code bank transactions, and post to appropriate general ledger accounts. Payroll Expenses: Collate, code, process, and journal expenses for both Concrete and Central payroll. Credit Card Expenses: Process and journal company credit card expenses. Month-End Duties: Ensure PL control sheet balances to the general ledger (GL), reconcile GRNI reports, and support the preparation of other month-end financial reports. Bank Reconciliations: Reconcile bank statements on a regular basis. Invoicing: Raise the Garforth Rent Recharge Invoice and other internal billing as needed. Customer Refunds & Receipts: Post customer refunds and drainage payments into the accounting system (GP). This job would suit someone who has worked in a similar position such as; Accounts Clerk / Financial Administrator / Financial Assistant / Accounting Assistant / etc.
Oct 02, 2025
Full time
Our client is a well-established and successful manufacturer, they are looking for a reliable and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant / Finance Assistant to join them on a Part Time, fixed term contract for 12 months. Your role will be to support the finance team in the day-to-day running of the accounts department. The ideal candidate will have a good understanding of basic accounting principles and be confident working with numbers and accounting software. Maternity cover - 12 month fixed term contract Part Time 17 hours a week (potential to do 25 hours, to be discussed) Working hours/days would be as follows: Mondays and Thursdays: 9:15am - 3:00pm Tuesdays: 8:00am - 3:00pm Salary is £15.27 an hour (£13,500 a year based on 17 hours a week) PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU MEET THE FOLLOWING CRITERIA: Proven experience in an Accounting or Finance support role Knowledge of basic bookkeeping and accounting principles Familiarity with accounting software (e.g. Xero, Sage, QuickBooks) Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite High level of accuracy and attention to detail Strong organisational and time management skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team AAT qualification (or studying towards it) is desirable but not essential Key Responsibilities: Purchase Ledger Duties: Input supplier invoices, resolve invoice and payment queries, communicate with suppliers regarding issues, and apply payments and credits to invoices. Contras Processing: Collaborate with the Sales Ledger team to contra customer/supplier (NMBS) invoices. Payment Processing: Handle BACS payment runs and upload files to the bank. Faster Payments: Set up and process faster payment transactions as needed. Inbox Management: Maintain and organise the Purchase Ledger (PL) Outlook inbox. Supplier Accounts: Open new supplier accounts and ensure existing supplier information is up to date. Petty Cash: Manage petty cash, including reconciliation and preparation of the monthly journal. Cash Book Posting: Download and code bank transactions, and post to appropriate general ledger accounts. Payroll Expenses: Collate, code, process, and journal expenses for both Concrete and Central payroll. Credit Card Expenses: Process and journal company credit card expenses. Month-End Duties: Ensure PL control sheet balances to the general ledger (GL), reconcile GRNI reports, and support the preparation of other month-end financial reports. Bank Reconciliations: Reconcile bank statements on a regular basis. Invoicing: Raise the Garforth Rent Recharge Invoice and other internal billing as needed. Customer Refunds & Receipts: Post customer refunds and drainage payments into the accounting system (GP). This job would suit someone who has worked in a similar position such as; Accounts Clerk / Financial Administrator / Financial Assistant / Accounting Assistant / etc.
