Sewell Wallis is currently working with a well-established manufacturing business in South Leeds, West Yorkshire, who are recruiting a Trainee Finance Assistant. This is a truly rare and exceptional opportunity for someone looking to take their first steps into a career in finance within a supportive environment. You will be working closely with an experienced manager, who is keen to support and train the successful candidate, making this an ideal role for someone who is eager to learn and develop their skills within a hands-on position. This role would particularly suit someone who is studying AAT (or looking to start) and is looking to gain practical experience across a variety of transactional finance tasks. They are looking for someone to start as soon as possible so the successful candidate will need to be immediately available or have a short notice period with their current employer. What will you be doing? Supporting with purchase ledger duties, including processing invoices and assisting with payments. Assisting with payroll administration and related processes. Supporting with general finance administration and maintaining accurate records. Assisting with banking and reconciliations where required. Handling queries from suppliers and internal teams. Supporting the wider team with ad hoc finance duties as you develop in the role. What skills are we looking for? A strong interest in pursuing a career in finance or accounting. Positive attitude and a willingness to take on a new challenge. Good numerical skills and attention to detail. Ideally studying towards AAT or keen to begin studying. Strong communication and people skills. A willingness to learn and develop within a supportive environment. Immediately available or on a short notice period. What's on offer? Opportunity to gain hands-on experience across transactional finance. Full training and support from an experienced manager. Friendly and supportive working environment. Immediate start If you are looking to start your career in finance and would like to join a supportive Leeds based business, please apply now or contact Eleanor Kirk at Sewell 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.
May 18, 2026
Full time
Sewell Wallis is currently working with a well-established manufacturing business in South Leeds, West Yorkshire, who are recruiting a Trainee Finance Assistant. This is a truly rare and exceptional opportunity for someone looking to take their first steps into a career in finance within a supportive environment. You will be working closely with an experienced manager, who is keen to support and train the successful candidate, making this an ideal role for someone who is eager to learn and develop their skills within a hands-on position. This role would particularly suit someone who is studying AAT (or looking to start) and is looking to gain practical experience across a variety of transactional finance tasks. They are looking for someone to start as soon as possible so the successful candidate will need to be immediately available or have a short notice period with their current employer. What will you be doing? Supporting with purchase ledger duties, including processing invoices and assisting with payments. Assisting with payroll administration and related processes. Supporting with general finance administration and maintaining accurate records. Assisting with banking and reconciliations where required. Handling queries from suppliers and internal teams. Supporting the wider team with ad hoc finance duties as you develop in the role. What skills are we looking for? A strong interest in pursuing a career in finance or accounting. Positive attitude and a willingness to take on a new challenge. Good numerical skills and attention to detail. Ideally studying towards AAT or keen to begin studying. Strong communication and people skills. A willingness to learn and develop within a supportive environment. Immediately available or on a short notice period. What's on offer? Opportunity to gain hands-on experience across transactional finance. Full training and support from an experienced manager. Friendly and supportive working environment. Immediate start If you are looking to start your career in finance and would like to join a supportive Leeds based business, please apply now or contact Eleanor Kirk at Sewell 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.
An Oxford institution is seeking an exceptional graduate to work directly with the Operations Director in a high-impact Finance & Operations Analyst role. This is not a standard graduate position. You will operate at the centre of the College s administration, combining rigorous financial analysis with direct exposure to senior decision-making. The role requires outstanding Excel and systems capability, intellectual curiosity, and the ability to operate with discretion and precision in a complex environment. You will act as a trusted support to the Operations Director, helping to shape insight, improve processes, and ensure the effective delivery of key operational and financial priorities. Key Responsibilities Build and maintain robust, complex Excel models to support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning Analyse financial and operational data, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities Support the production of high-quality management information and reporting for senior stakeholders Contribute to financial planning cycles, including budgeting and reforecasting Work extensively with finance and operational systems to extract, interrogate, and reconcile data Design and implement more efficient, automated reporting processes Drive improvements in data quality, reporting accuracy, and internal controls Take ownership of analytical and reporting tools used across the function Prepare briefings, reports, and presentations for senior meetings and committees Track key initiatives, ensuring actions are delivered to a high standard and on time Act as a reliable and professional point of coordination across multiple stakeholders Skills & Experience Essential A strong academic record from a leading university (Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering or similar) Advanced Excel capability (including complex modelling, nested formulas, and large dataset manipulation; VBA/macros advantageous) Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills Demonstrable ability to work with systems and large volumes of data Outstanding attention to detail and commitment to accuracy Strong written and verbal communication skills High levels of professionalism, judgement, and discretion Ability to manage competing priorities and operate effectively under pressure Desirable Experience with finance or ERP systems Exposure to data visualisation tools (e.g. Power BI) What We Offer Generous pension and annual leave entitlement Direct exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making A uniquely varied role within a prestigious academic institution INDH
May 18, 2026
Full time
An Oxford institution is seeking an exceptional graduate to work directly with the Operations Director in a high-impact Finance & Operations Analyst role. This is not a standard graduate position. You will operate at the centre of the College s administration, combining rigorous financial analysis with direct exposure to senior decision-making. The role requires outstanding Excel and systems capability, intellectual curiosity, and the ability to operate with discretion and precision in a complex environment. You will act as a trusted support to the Operations Director, helping to shape insight, improve processes, and ensure the effective delivery of key operational and financial priorities. Key Responsibilities Build and maintain robust, complex Excel models to support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning Analyse financial and operational data, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities Support the production of high-quality management information and reporting for senior stakeholders Contribute to financial planning cycles, including budgeting and reforecasting Work extensively with finance and operational systems to extract, interrogate, and reconcile data Design and implement more efficient, automated reporting processes Drive improvements in data quality, reporting accuracy, and internal controls Take ownership of analytical and reporting tools used across the function Prepare briefings, reports, and presentations for senior meetings and committees Track key initiatives, ensuring actions are delivered to a high standard and on time Act as a reliable and professional point of coordination across multiple stakeholders Skills & Experience Essential A strong academic record from a leading university (Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering or similar) Advanced Excel capability (including complex modelling, nested formulas, and large dataset manipulation; VBA/macros advantageous) Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills Demonstrable ability to work with systems and large volumes of data Outstanding attention to detail and commitment to accuracy Strong written and verbal communication skills High levels of professionalism, judgement, and discretion Ability to manage competing priorities and operate effectively under pressure Desirable Experience with finance or ERP systems Exposure to data visualisation tools (e.g. Power BI) What We Offer Generous pension and annual leave entitlement Direct exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making A uniquely varied role within a prestigious academic institution INDH
Company Details and Job Overview: A successful Group of companies with a turnover in the region of £40m are looking to strengthen their finance function by recruiting a qualified Accountant. Established for 60+ years, this high performing group of businesses is regarded as a market leader in their industry. This business facing role offers a good combination of technical accounting with plenty of stakeholder interaction. Opportunities for career progression will be available to the successful candidate in line with succession planning and ongoing support will be available to enable skills development. Key Benefits/ Rewards on Offer: • Competitive starting salary • Full time, 37.5 hour working week, with flexibility on start/finish times • Hybrid working is available once established in the role • 25 days annual leave entitlement + bank holidays with additional buy and sell scheme • Company final salary pension scheme • Life insurance • Private health insurance • Health cash plan • Sick pay scheme • On-site parking and EV charging points • Paid charity days and team building days • On site gym facility • Long service awards Your New Role as Accountant: Reporting to the Finance Director, responsibilities will include: • Ownership of management accounts production including commentary and analysis • Production of group reporting and consolidated financial information • Preparation of budgets and forecasts • Support with statutory accounts preparation and audit • Provision of cost and margin analysis, identifying trends, risks and opportunities • Management of the fixed asset registers • Cash flow management • VAT and intrastat returns • Provision of ad hoc reporting and analysis for senior management to aid effective decision making and strategic planning • Key player in continual improvement initiatives relating to systems and processes within the finance function Experience & Qualifications Required to Apply: Full CIMA/ACCA/ACA qualification is essential for this role. The ideal candidate will have solid technical accounting skills with strong commercial acumen and the ability to build strong working relationships across a variety of stakeholders. A forward thinking and proactive working approach is required with proven ability to add value to the finance function through process enhancements. This vacancy is being handled by Rachel Cadman at Kenton Black Finance. 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. As market leaders, we provide recruitment solutions from entry level finance to directorship professionals. Operating from local offices in Preston, Manchester, Leeds, Liverpool, Birmingham 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.
May 18, 2026
Full time
Company Details and Job Overview: A successful Group of companies with a turnover in the region of £40m are looking to strengthen their finance function by recruiting a qualified Accountant. Established for 60+ years, this high performing group of businesses is regarded as a market leader in their industry. This business facing role offers a good combination of technical accounting with plenty of stakeholder interaction. Opportunities for career progression will be available to the successful candidate in line with succession planning and ongoing support will be available to enable skills development. Key Benefits/ Rewards on Offer: • Competitive starting salary • Full time, 37.5 hour working week, with flexibility on start/finish times • Hybrid working is available once established in the role • 25 days annual leave entitlement + bank holidays with additional buy and sell scheme • Company final salary pension scheme • Life insurance • Private health insurance • Health cash plan • Sick pay scheme • On-site parking and EV charging points • Paid charity days and team building days • On site gym facility • Long service awards Your New Role as Accountant: Reporting to the Finance Director, responsibilities will include: • Ownership of management accounts production including commentary and analysis • Production of group reporting and consolidated financial information • Preparation of budgets and forecasts • Support with statutory accounts preparation and audit • Provision of cost and margin analysis, identifying trends, risks and opportunities • Management of the fixed asset registers • Cash flow management • VAT and intrastat returns • Provision of ad hoc reporting and analysis for senior management to aid effective decision making and strategic planning • Key player in continual improvement initiatives relating to systems and processes within the finance function Experience & Qualifications Required to Apply: Full CIMA/ACCA/ACA qualification is essential for this role. The ideal candidate will have solid technical accounting skills with strong commercial acumen and the ability to build strong working relationships across a variety of stakeholders. A forward thinking and proactive working approach is required with proven ability to add value to the finance function through process enhancements. This vacancy is being handled by Rachel Cadman at Kenton Black Finance. 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. As market leaders, we provide recruitment solutions from entry level finance to directorship professionals. Operating from local offices in Preston, Manchester, Leeds, Liverpool, Birmingham 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.
Experience using Sage software would be useful but not essential as the company will provide the necessary training. Key however will be your ability to demonstrate strong analytical skills, excellent communication skills and a willingness to adopt and use innovative technology. In this role you will have stand-alone responsibility for all finance functions in the company working closely with the Managing Director Key duties of the finance role: Preparation of accounts using Sage. Preparation of weekly and monthly payroll. Preparation of monthly CIS returns. Working with our external accountants to prepare monthly management accounts. Preparation of monthly management reports and updating budgets. Importing of sales invoices into Sage. Review of applications and retentions. Review of work in progress with external accountants. Assisting with credit control and dealing with customer queries Preparation and filing of quarterly VAT returns Reconciling key control accounts on a monthly basis, (VAT, PAYE and net wages). Dealing with supplier queries and payment of suppliers. General administration duties required. Key Skills required: Good organisational skills and attention to detail. Strong analytical and reasoning abilities Excellent Computer skills (MS Excel, Project, Word). Self-motivated with the ability to work alone or part of a team. Good communication skills, well-spoken and personable. Confident and resourceful.
May 18, 2026
Seasonal
Experience using Sage software would be useful but not essential as the company will provide the necessary training. Key however will be your ability to demonstrate strong analytical skills, excellent communication skills and a willingness to adopt and use innovative technology. In this role you will have stand-alone responsibility for all finance functions in the company working closely with the Managing Director Key duties of the finance role: Preparation of accounts using Sage. Preparation of weekly and monthly payroll. Preparation of monthly CIS returns. Working with our external accountants to prepare monthly management accounts. Preparation of monthly management reports and updating budgets. Importing of sales invoices into Sage. Review of applications and retentions. Review of work in progress with external accountants. Assisting with credit control and dealing with customer queries Preparation and filing of quarterly VAT returns Reconciling key control accounts on a monthly basis, (VAT, PAYE and net wages). Dealing with supplier queries and payment of suppliers. General administration duties required. Key Skills required: Good organisational skills and attention to detail. Strong analytical and reasoning abilities Excellent Computer skills (MS Excel, Project, Word). Self-motivated with the ability to work alone or part of a team. Good communication skills, well-spoken and personable. Confident and resourceful.
Audit Senior Location: Birmingham Job Type: Full Time Hybrid We're working with a growing and highly regarded accountancy firm in Birmingham that is looking to recruit an ambitious Audit Senior. This is an excellent opportunity for someone keen to progress their audit career, gain exposure to a wide range of sectors, and work closely with Managers, Directors and Partners. The firm prides itself on delivering high-quality, client-focused audit services and is looking for someone confident, proactive and willing to bring fresh ideas to the table. The role You'll work across a varied client base throughout the Midlands, taking responsibility for supervising audit assignments and supporting junior team members, while acting as a key link between clients and senior management. Key responsibilities Supervise audit teams, providing guidance and support to junior staff Act as a key liaison between clients and Managers during audit assignments Ensure audit files are prepared in line with internal methodologies and standards Carry out detailed technical audit work and support the delivery of high-quality client service Handle more complex audit matters with confidence, commercial awareness and initiative About you ACA / ACCA qualified (or close to qualification) Strong communication skills with the ability to build effective client relationships Confident supervising and supporting junior team members Proactive, adaptable and keen to take on new challenges Committed to delivering excellent client service and high-quality outcomes The package Competitive salary 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays (increasing with service) Hybrid and flexible working options Option to buy and sell annual leave Life assurance and private medical cover Cycle to work and car schemes Ongoing training, development and regular performance reviews Pension scheme and employee benefits platform If you think you're suitable, apply today!
May 18, 2026
Full time
Audit Senior Location: Birmingham Job Type: Full Time Hybrid We're working with a growing and highly regarded accountancy firm in Birmingham that is looking to recruit an ambitious Audit Senior. This is an excellent opportunity for someone keen to progress their audit career, gain exposure to a wide range of sectors, and work closely with Managers, Directors and Partners. The firm prides itself on delivering high-quality, client-focused audit services and is looking for someone confident, proactive and willing to bring fresh ideas to the table. The role You'll work across a varied client base throughout the Midlands, taking responsibility for supervising audit assignments and supporting junior team members, while acting as a key link between clients and senior management. Key responsibilities Supervise audit teams, providing guidance and support to junior staff Act as a key liaison between clients and Managers during audit assignments Ensure audit files are prepared in line with internal methodologies and standards Carry out detailed technical audit work and support the delivery of high-quality client service Handle more complex audit matters with confidence, commercial awareness and initiative About you ACA / ACCA qualified (or close to qualification) Strong communication skills with the ability to build effective client relationships Confident supervising and supporting junior team members Proactive, adaptable and keen to take on new challenges Committed to delivering excellent client service and high-quality outcomes The package Competitive salary 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays (increasing with service) Hybrid and flexible working options Option to buy and sell annual leave Life assurance and private medical cover Cycle to work and car schemes Ongoing training, development and regular performance reviews Pension scheme and employee benefits platform If you think you're suitable, apply today!
Elevation are currently recruiting for a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive finance team as a Finance Assistant. This role will suit either a experienced all-around finance professional looking to gain further exposure in both transactional accounts and assisting with month end. You will gain experience with sales ledger / purchase ledger / payroll / assisting with month end/ forecasting/ reporting/ reconciliations and invoicing. Key Responsibilities: Responsible for end to end sales ledger/ purchase ledger process Assisting with month end including accruals, prepayments, expenses, payment runs and forecasting Bank reconciliations Completing payment runs Credit control Processing monthly payroll Provide general administrative assistance and support the finance director with ad hoc duties as required Essential Experience: Experience within a finance based role Strong Excel skills AAT Level 2 (desirable) Self starter / accuracy with numbers This is a permanent position, working within a small and friendly team, fully office based in Castleford, WF10. Interviews being held asap! If this sounds like something you may be interested in, please contact Cerri Pearson!
May 18, 2026
Full time
Elevation are currently recruiting for a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive finance team as a Finance Assistant. This role will suit either a experienced all-around finance professional looking to gain further exposure in both transactional accounts and assisting with month end. You will gain experience with sales ledger / purchase ledger / payroll / assisting with month end/ forecasting/ reporting/ reconciliations and invoicing. Key Responsibilities: Responsible for end to end sales ledger/ purchase ledger process Assisting with month end including accruals, prepayments, expenses, payment runs and forecasting Bank reconciliations Completing payment runs Credit control Processing monthly payroll Provide general administrative assistance and support the finance director with ad hoc duties as required Essential Experience: Experience within a finance based role Strong Excel skills AAT Level 2 (desirable) Self starter / accuracy with numbers This is a permanent position, working within a small and friendly team, fully office based in Castleford, WF10. Interviews being held asap! If this sounds like something you may be interested in, please contact Cerri Pearson!
A successful SME business based in Mid-Kent is looking to hire a Finance Manager on a permanent basis. Reporting to the Managing Director and supervising a small finance team, the Finance Manager will: Ensure that in-depth management accounts and associated reports are accurately produced in set timescales. This includes P&L, cashflow forecasting, and balance sheet reconciliations. Oversee the transactional accounting for the business including accounts payable and receivables. Engage with colleagues and customers to ensure credit control is kept on top of and any outstanding monies are chased and collected in a timely manner. Produce VAT returns for the business. Process the company payroll It is envisaged that this role would suit an experienced Finance Manager with a solid background working within SME's and has proven team leadership experience. The Finance Manager will need to possess excellent communication skills and be able to explain accounting figures to the senior leadership team. It would be beneficial if the Finance Manager has previous Xero experience, but this is not a prerequisite.
May 18, 2026
Full time
A successful SME business based in Mid-Kent is looking to hire a Finance Manager on a permanent basis. Reporting to the Managing Director and supervising a small finance team, the Finance Manager will: Ensure that in-depth management accounts and associated reports are accurately produced in set timescales. This includes P&L, cashflow forecasting, and balance sheet reconciliations. Oversee the transactional accounting for the business including accounts payable and receivables. Engage with colleagues and customers to ensure credit control is kept on top of and any outstanding monies are chased and collected in a timely manner. Produce VAT returns for the business. Process the company payroll It is envisaged that this role would suit an experienced Finance Manager with a solid background working within SME's and has proven team leadership experience. The Finance Manager will need to possess excellent communication skills and be able to explain accounting figures to the senior leadership team. It would be beneficial if the Finance Manager has previous Xero experience, but this is not a prerequisite.
Are you a Director that's looking to make the step up to Partner in the next 6-12 months? Would you like to join a modern firm that is all about its people? A culture first environment that is sociable, supportive and hard working, with very attainable partner level progression within 6-12 months of joining the business? We are now supporting a unique multi-service professional firm with their search for an experienced Director. If you're an accountant with mixed audit, accounts and tax experience, looking to undertake a varied but tailored role, this could suit you. The firm support an international client base of expanding companies from a range of locations around the world and this role offers periodic international travel to clients around the world. If you're someone that's looking to progress with a firm that genuinely cares about their employees and provides continued opportunities to develop, please don't hesitate to apply or get in touch for a confidential chat. To be considered for this Director opportunity you must; Be ACA or ACCA Qualified. Have experience in general practice as a Senior Manager, Director or Partner. Have a strong mixed general practice experience across audit, accounts and tax although an audit focus would be beneficial. If you would like the opportunity to join a successful and modern firm, where there is the very real opportunity to progress in a short space of time, please don't hesitate to contact us! Roland White is an Accounting and Finance recruitment specialist that delivers quality driven support to businesses and individuals in a range of industries, across London and the South East. We partner professionals and deliver a personalised service to help you secure the next move that is right for you! Roland White is a recruitment agency and is advertising this on behalf of one of its clients. For more information on this opportunity or our other roles and how we can help you, please contact us via our website.
May 18, 2026
Full time
Are you a Director that's looking to make the step up to Partner in the next 6-12 months? Would you like to join a modern firm that is all about its people? A culture first environment that is sociable, supportive and hard working, with very attainable partner level progression within 6-12 months of joining the business? We are now supporting a unique multi-service professional firm with their search for an experienced Director. If you're an accountant with mixed audit, accounts and tax experience, looking to undertake a varied but tailored role, this could suit you. The firm support an international client base of expanding companies from a range of locations around the world and this role offers periodic international travel to clients around the world. If you're someone that's looking to progress with a firm that genuinely cares about their employees and provides continued opportunities to develop, please don't hesitate to apply or get in touch for a confidential chat. To be considered for this Director opportunity you must; Be ACA or ACCA Qualified. Have experience in general practice as a Senior Manager, Director or Partner. Have a strong mixed general practice experience across audit, accounts and tax although an audit focus would be beneficial. If you would like the opportunity to join a successful and modern firm, where there is the very real opportunity to progress in a short space of time, please don't hesitate to contact us! Roland White is an Accounting and Finance recruitment specialist that delivers quality driven support to businesses and individuals in a range of industries, across London and the South East. We partner professionals and deliver a personalised service to help you secure the next move that is right for you! Roland White is a recruitment agency and is advertising this on behalf of one of its clients. For more information on this opportunity or our other roles and how we can help you, please contact us via our website.
Finance Manager - qualified by experience Location: Office-based, Southwest London Salary: £45,000 to £55,000 Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 6:30pm Permanent role A rapidly growing and dynamic property company based in Southwest London is seeking a finance manager to join their expanding finance team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-growth, private equity-backed organisation with ambitious plans to become a global leader in their sector. Apply today to join this amazing company! This is an exciting opportunity to start immediate (however they can accommodate a month's notice period). The interview process is a two-stage process, both face-to-face interviews in the office. Based in modern offices in Southwest London, you'll be part of a fast-paced and supportive team, with exposure to senior stakeholders and real opportunities for progression as the business continues to grow through acquisitions. Working in amazing light and airy offices in Southwest London with lovely social open plan facilities. Minutes' walk from an amazing high street, close to local tubes, trains and bus routes. The high street features a variety of boutique shops, restaurants, bars and trendy cafes catering to all your lunch and after work drinks requirements. This role is ideal for someone who has worked in the property industry previously, is qualified by experience and is looking for the next step in their career. Key Responsibilities of the finance manager: Invoice management - Ensure all invoices are correctly allocated to the relevant company and uploaded into QuickBooks Online via designated email accounts Supplier payments - Prepare and process payments to suppliers, ensuring all transactions receive the necessary director approval Invoice processing - Upload invoices into AutoEntry software to integrate with the accounting system, using dedicated email addresses for each entity Payment accuracy - Verify that all payments are made from the appropriate company accounts in line with the related costs Cash management - Transfer funds between company bank accounts to maintain adequate balances for outgoing payments Dormant accounts - Coordinate the submission of dormant company accounts in collaboration with external accountants Statutory filings - Arrange the submission of confirmation statements once approved by external accountants Deal tracking - Maintain and regularly update property deal ledgers in Excel, ensuring accuracy and completeness for accounting purposes Financial summaries - Produce and maintain profit and loss summaries across all deal ledgers Documentation control - Ensure all purchase and sale completion statements are properly saved and accessible for accountants Bank reporting - Prepare daily summaries of bank balances (morning and afternoon) for the director Liaison with accountants - Act as the primary contact for external accountants, providing information and resolving queries as required New company setup - Notify accountants of newly incorporated entities and ensure proper setup Company records - Maintain an up-to-date internal register of all active companies and projects Ad hoc reporting - Generate financial reports for the director to support property and land project decisions Accounts system use - Utilise QuickBooks Online to produce creditor reports for payment approvals and resolve any discrepancies Credit control - Monitor rental income and ensure payments are received in line with lease agreements General administration - Support day-to-day office tasks, including correspondence, filing, and document management Skills & Experience: Strong written and verbal communication abilities High level of accuracy in data entry and financial processing Advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs, and complex formulas Excellent organisational and time management skills Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and integrity Comfortable working under pressure and meeting tight deadlines Confident interacting with a range of stakeholders, including senior management, clients, suppliers, and accountants Familiarity with QuickBooks Online is advantageous, though training can be provided
May 18, 2026
Full time
Finance Manager - qualified by experience Location: Office-based, Southwest London Salary: £45,000 to £55,000 Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 6:30pm Permanent role A rapidly growing and dynamic property company based in Southwest London is seeking a finance manager to join their expanding finance team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-growth, private equity-backed organisation with ambitious plans to become a global leader in their sector. Apply today to join this amazing company! This is an exciting opportunity to start immediate (however they can accommodate a month's notice period). The interview process is a two-stage process, both face-to-face interviews in the office. Based in modern offices in Southwest London, you'll be part of a fast-paced and supportive team, with exposure to senior stakeholders and real opportunities for progression as the business continues to grow through acquisitions. Working in amazing light and airy offices in Southwest London with lovely social open plan facilities. Minutes' walk from an amazing high street, close to local tubes, trains and bus routes. The high street features a variety of boutique shops, restaurants, bars and trendy cafes catering to all your lunch and after work drinks requirements. This role is ideal for someone who has worked in the property industry previously, is qualified by experience and is looking for the next step in their career. Key Responsibilities of the finance manager: Invoice management - Ensure all invoices are correctly allocated to the relevant company and uploaded into QuickBooks Online via designated email accounts Supplier payments - Prepare and process payments to suppliers, ensuring all transactions receive the necessary director approval Invoice processing - Upload invoices into AutoEntry software to integrate with the accounting system, using dedicated email addresses for each entity Payment accuracy - Verify that all payments are made from the appropriate company accounts in line with the related costs Cash management - Transfer funds between company bank accounts to maintain adequate balances for outgoing payments Dormant accounts - Coordinate the submission of dormant company accounts in collaboration with external accountants Statutory filings - Arrange the submission of confirmation statements once approved by external accountants Deal tracking - Maintain and regularly update property deal ledgers in Excel, ensuring accuracy and completeness for accounting purposes Financial summaries - Produce and maintain profit and loss summaries across all deal ledgers Documentation control - Ensure all purchase and sale completion statements are properly saved and accessible for accountants Bank reporting - Prepare daily summaries of bank balances (morning and afternoon) for the director Liaison with accountants - Act as the primary contact for external accountants, providing information and resolving queries as required New company setup - Notify accountants of newly incorporated entities and ensure proper setup Company records - Maintain an up-to-date internal register of all active companies and projects Ad hoc reporting - Generate financial reports for the director to support property and land project decisions Accounts system use - Utilise QuickBooks Online to produce creditor reports for payment approvals and resolve any discrepancies Credit control - Monitor rental income and ensure payments are received in line with lease agreements General administration - Support day-to-day office tasks, including correspondence, filing, and document management Skills & Experience: Strong written and verbal communication abilities High level of accuracy in data entry and financial processing Advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs, and complex formulas Excellent organisational and time management skills Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and integrity Comfortable working under pressure and meeting tight deadlines Confident interacting with a range of stakeholders, including senior management, clients, suppliers, and accountants Familiarity with QuickBooks Online is advantageous, though training can be provided
Crowe Watson Recruitment
St. Albans, Hertfordshire
A fantastic opportunity has arisen through Crowe Watson Recruitment, one of the UK's most trusted names in accountancy practice recruitment, to join a leading firm of Chartered Accountants based in St Albans. Known for their expert candidate matching and deep understanding of the practice sector, Crowe Watson are proud to be working exclusively with this highly regarded firm in their search for a talented and ambitious Audit Partner. This is a genuinely exciting senior appointment offering flexible working, a competitive company pension, and much more, within a firm that prides itself on its collaborative culture and commitment to excellence. This is a rare and compelling opportunity for an experienced audit professional ready to step into a pivotal leadership role. As Audit Partner, you will play a central part in shaping the direction of the firm's audit offering, driving growth, and nurturing a high-performing team. The firm operates across a diverse and prestigious client portfolio, spanning owner-managed businesses, SMEs, and larger corporates, offering a stimulating and varied workload that will keep your career at the forefront of the profession. St Albans is a thriving professional hub, and this firm has built an outstanding reputation within the local and regional market. With a strong pipeline of new business and an ambitious growth strategy, the incoming Audit Partner will be well-positioned to make a genuine impact from day one. The firm offers a supportive partnership structure, clear progression pathways, and a culture that genuinely invests in its people at every level. You might not meet all the criteria, but if you are passionate about developing yourself and your career, we'd love to hear from you. Crowe Watson is acting as an Employment Agency. References to pay rates are indicative and salary is dependent on experience. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage a portfolio of audit clients, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, technically robust audit services across a range of sectors Drive business development activity, including identifying new client opportunities, attending networking events, and building lasting professional relationships Provide strategic leadership and mentorship to the audit team, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development Oversee the planning, execution, and completion of audit assignments, ensuring full compliance with relevant regulatory and professional standards Requirements ACA or ACCA qualified, with significant post-qualified experience at a senior level within an audit environment Must have previous experience working within a UK Practice environment A proven track record of managing and growing a client portfolio at manager or director level, with the credibility and confidence to step into a Partner position Excellent leadership and communication skills, with a demonstrable ability to inspire and develop high-performing teams Strong business development skills and the ability to identify and convert new opportunities
May 18, 2026
Full time
A fantastic opportunity has arisen through Crowe Watson Recruitment, one of the UK's most trusted names in accountancy practice recruitment, to join a leading firm of Chartered Accountants based in St Albans. Known for their expert candidate matching and deep understanding of the practice sector, Crowe Watson are proud to be working exclusively with this highly regarded firm in their search for a talented and ambitious Audit Partner. This is a genuinely exciting senior appointment offering flexible working, a competitive company pension, and much more, within a firm that prides itself on its collaborative culture and commitment to excellence. This is a rare and compelling opportunity for an experienced audit professional ready to step into a pivotal leadership role. As Audit Partner, you will play a central part in shaping the direction of the firm's audit offering, driving growth, and nurturing a high-performing team. The firm operates across a diverse and prestigious client portfolio, spanning owner-managed businesses, SMEs, and larger corporates, offering a stimulating and varied workload that will keep your career at the forefront of the profession. St Albans is a thriving professional hub, and this firm has built an outstanding reputation within the local and regional market. With a strong pipeline of new business and an ambitious growth strategy, the incoming Audit Partner will be well-positioned to make a genuine impact from day one. The firm offers a supportive partnership structure, clear progression pathways, and a culture that genuinely invests in its people at every level. You might not meet all the criteria, but if you are passionate about developing yourself and your career, we'd love to hear from you. Crowe Watson is acting as an Employment Agency. References to pay rates are indicative and salary is dependent on experience. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage a portfolio of audit clients, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, technically robust audit services across a range of sectors Drive business development activity, including identifying new client opportunities, attending networking events, and building lasting professional relationships Provide strategic leadership and mentorship to the audit team, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development Oversee the planning, execution, and completion of audit assignments, ensuring full compliance with relevant regulatory and professional standards Requirements ACA or ACCA qualified, with significant post-qualified experience at a senior level within an audit environment Must have previous experience working within a UK Practice environment A proven track record of managing and growing a client portfolio at manager or director level, with the credibility and confidence to step into a Partner position Excellent leadership and communication skills, with a demonstrable ability to inspire and develop high-performing teams Strong business development skills and the ability to identify and convert new opportunities
Your new company I am currently working exclusively with an AIM-listed technology business based in central London hiring a qualified ACA (1-3 years pqe) to join the team as a Financial Accountant (hybrid working). They are an acquisitive business made up of a network of highly specialised companies, which support leading industrial groups in defining and developing business models using Artificial Intelligence; Big Data; Cloud Computing; Digital Communication and Social Networking. Your new role Due to the growth of the business, my client is looking to hire a qualified practice-trained ACA to join the finance team and support the Group Finance Controller and working alongside a reputable sized team. Key duties include: Preparation of statutory accounts under IFRS / FRS 102 Preparation of management accounts VAT Budgeting Managing key relationships You will work as part of the central finance team which covers multiple countries across Europe and Asia. Responded to any ad hoc queries from the Finance Director or individual Business Directors Supporting and managing adhoc projects (sytem integration and supporting the acquisition work) What you'll need to succeed Fully ACA / ACCA qualified from a mid-tier accounting firm, ideally with audit and accounts preparation 1-3 years pqe Experience with audit and accounts preparation preffered Recently qualified or up to 2 years post-qualification experience Ambitious Team member who can work independently What you'll get in return Great stepping stone into industry to work for a reputable and high-growth business. This business has grown at a fast rate over the last few years and has big plans for the next 5 years to expand into new territories. This is an opportunity for a qualified ACA to apply their practice experience within a commercial setting, building on core accounting knowledge, really giving you the chance to set yourself up in the industry. 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 Nicolette 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. 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)
May 18, 2026
Full time
Your new company I am currently working exclusively with an AIM-listed technology business based in central London hiring a qualified ACA (1-3 years pqe) to join the team as a Financial Accountant (hybrid working). They are an acquisitive business made up of a network of highly specialised companies, which support leading industrial groups in defining and developing business models using Artificial Intelligence; Big Data; Cloud Computing; Digital Communication and Social Networking. Your new role Due to the growth of the business, my client is looking to hire a qualified practice-trained ACA to join the finance team and support the Group Finance Controller and working alongside a reputable sized team. Key duties include: Preparation of statutory accounts under IFRS / FRS 102 Preparation of management accounts VAT Budgeting Managing key relationships You will work as part of the central finance team which covers multiple countries across Europe and Asia. Responded to any ad hoc queries from the Finance Director or individual Business Directors Supporting and managing adhoc projects (sytem integration and supporting the acquisition work) What you'll need to succeed Fully ACA / ACCA qualified from a mid-tier accounting firm, ideally with audit and accounts preparation 1-3 years pqe Experience with audit and accounts preparation preffered Recently qualified or up to 2 years post-qualification experience Ambitious Team member who can work independently What you'll get in return Great stepping stone into industry to work for a reputable and high-growth business. This business has grown at a fast rate over the last few years and has big plans for the next 5 years to expand into new territories. This is an opportunity for a qualified ACA to apply their practice experience within a commercial setting, building on core accounting knowledge, really giving you the chance to set yourself up in the industry. 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 Nicolette 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. 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)
Senior Oracle Financials Support Analyst - Permanent - London - up to £70k plus disc. bonus, benefits - hybrid working Global business is seeking a candidate who has strong Oracle EBS support experience, with experience of working in an ITIL based environment. You will have a general understanding of financial systems and processes to include GL The Role Sitting as part of the Finance Systems team you will provide support to finance functions, and be actively involved in projects. Generate financial reports and associated analysis. Delivery and support to an internal customer base on a international scale with a focus on Oracle Finance applications The Person Strong I.T background to include Oracle EBS Excellent customer service skills Finance/ Accounting understanding/ exposure Strong technical skills in sql, plsql, UNIX scripting Oracle Applications Development Standards knowledge Please quote 52357when calling Alexander Lloyd. This is only one of many vacancies we are handling. Alexander Lloyd is the leading recruiter across a range of roles within the Finance and Accountancy space. From part to fully qualified accountants within Financial Reporting, Management Accounts, FP&A, commercial finance up to Director level throughout Surrey, Sussex, London & Kent. Due to the high amount of interest that we receive for each of our roles unfortunately we cannot respond to each application individually, therefore if you do not hear back from one of our consultants you have not been shortlisted for this role. Please continue to check our website for any other roles which may be of interest.
May 18, 2026
Full time
Senior Oracle Financials Support Analyst - Permanent - London - up to £70k plus disc. bonus, benefits - hybrid working Global business is seeking a candidate who has strong Oracle EBS support experience, with experience of working in an ITIL based environment. You will have a general understanding of financial systems and processes to include GL The Role Sitting as part of the Finance Systems team you will provide support to finance functions, and be actively involved in projects. Generate financial reports and associated analysis. Delivery and support to an internal customer base on a international scale with a focus on Oracle Finance applications The Person Strong I.T background to include Oracle EBS Excellent customer service skills Finance/ Accounting understanding/ exposure Strong technical skills in sql, plsql, UNIX scripting Oracle Applications Development Standards knowledge Please quote 52357when calling Alexander Lloyd. This is only one of many vacancies we are handling. Alexander Lloyd is the leading recruiter across a range of roles within the Finance and Accountancy space. From part to fully qualified accountants within Financial Reporting, Management Accounts, FP&A, commercial finance up to Director level throughout Surrey, Sussex, London & Kent. Due to the high amount of interest that we receive for each of our roles unfortunately we cannot respond to each application individually, therefore if you do not hear back from one of our consultants you have not been shortlisted for this role. Please continue to check our website for any other roles which may be of interest.
A truly fantastic opportunity to join a Portsmouth based, highly acclaimed charity, which has a focus on conserving / displaying items of historical importance. You will be working within a small, friendly office team, assisting the Finance Manager and Finance Director with processing financial data accurately and in a timely manner, using Xero software. Your duties will include: Processing purchase orders, supplier invoices and raising supplier payments Processing, recording and reconciling sales and donations Raising sales invoices Credit control / allocation of receipts Bank reconciliations Monitoring retail stock levels, assisting with annual stock takes Providing support to the commercial team, providing relevant financial information Assisting FD with finalising month end accounts Preparing gift aid claims Responding to auditor requests during annual audits This role is 37 hours per week, with hours typically being worked Monday - Friday. You will need strong previous finance experience and it is essential to have a good working knowledge of Xero software. Any experience working with charities or VAT partial exemption would be highly beneficial but not essential. This is a fantastic charity to work for, and we're sure will be especially interesting for anyone with a passion for history!
May 18, 2026
Full time
A truly fantastic opportunity to join a Portsmouth based, highly acclaimed charity, which has a focus on conserving / displaying items of historical importance. You will be working within a small, friendly office team, assisting the Finance Manager and Finance Director with processing financial data accurately and in a timely manner, using Xero software. Your duties will include: Processing purchase orders, supplier invoices and raising supplier payments Processing, recording and reconciling sales and donations Raising sales invoices Credit control / allocation of receipts Bank reconciliations Monitoring retail stock levels, assisting with annual stock takes Providing support to the commercial team, providing relevant financial information Assisting FD with finalising month end accounts Preparing gift aid claims Responding to auditor requests during annual audits This role is 37 hours per week, with hours typically being worked Monday - Friday. You will need strong previous finance experience and it is essential to have a good working knowledge of Xero software. Any experience working with charities or VAT partial exemption would be highly beneficial but not essential. This is a fantastic charity to work for, and we're sure will be especially interesting for anyone with a passion for history!
Location: Herefordshire (Head Office) with weekly travel to West Midlands essential Contract: Full-time, Office-based Salary: 45,000 - 55,000 +study support (if required) An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Management Accountant, qualified or newly qualified Accountant to join a busy finance function at a head office location in Herefordshire. This role will have primary responsibility for the preparation and oversight of management accounting information for a secondary operational site in the West Midlands. Reporting to the Finance Director and Financial Controller, the successful candidate will play a key role in delivering accurate, timely financial information to support business decision-making. This role will offer the right candidate a progressive, development route in the future, initially giving someone the chance to oversee the financial function for one company within a group. Due to the requirement for weekly site visits, a full, clean driving licence is essential. Key Responsibilities Full ownership of the Management Accounts function, including monthly Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet and variance analysis Preparation of monthly Board reporting packs Completion of monthly balance sheet reconciliations Preparation and submission of VAT returns and turnover reconciliations Assistance with the annual budgeting and forecasting process Daily cash reconciliations and monthly cash forecasting Liaison with site-based teams to ensure accurate and timely month-end ledger closures Review of weekly payroll processing Providing documentation and explanations to auditors at year-end Development and generation of internal management information and analysis Support with ad-hoc duties as requested by senior finance leadership Skills & Experience Required Qualified or newly qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent) Previous experience in a management accounting or similar finance role Strong Excel skills are essential Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills High level of accuracy and attention to detail Ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment Confident, proactive, and able to work on own initiative The Opportunity This role would suit a driven Management Accountant looking to take ownership of key financial processes within a growing and dynamic organisation, offering exposure to senior stakeholders and the opportunity to further develop technical and commercial finance experience.
May 18, 2026
Full time
Location: Herefordshire (Head Office) with weekly travel to West Midlands essential Contract: Full-time, Office-based Salary: 45,000 - 55,000 +study support (if required) An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Management Accountant, qualified or newly qualified Accountant to join a busy finance function at a head office location in Herefordshire. This role will have primary responsibility for the preparation and oversight of management accounting information for a secondary operational site in the West Midlands. Reporting to the Finance Director and Financial Controller, the successful candidate will play a key role in delivering accurate, timely financial information to support business decision-making. This role will offer the right candidate a progressive, development route in the future, initially giving someone the chance to oversee the financial function for one company within a group. Due to the requirement for weekly site visits, a full, clean driving licence is essential. Key Responsibilities Full ownership of the Management Accounts function, including monthly Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet and variance analysis Preparation of monthly Board reporting packs Completion of monthly balance sheet reconciliations Preparation and submission of VAT returns and turnover reconciliations Assistance with the annual budgeting and forecasting process Daily cash reconciliations and monthly cash forecasting Liaison with site-based teams to ensure accurate and timely month-end ledger closures Review of weekly payroll processing Providing documentation and explanations to auditors at year-end Development and generation of internal management information and analysis Support with ad-hoc duties as requested by senior finance leadership Skills & Experience Required Qualified or newly qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent) Previous experience in a management accounting or similar finance role Strong Excel skills are essential Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills High level of accuracy and attention to detail Ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment Confident, proactive, and able to work on own initiative The Opportunity This role would suit a driven Management Accountant looking to take ownership of key financial processes within a growing and dynamic organisation, offering exposure to senior stakeholders and the opportunity to further develop technical and commercial finance experience.
An excellent job opportunity has arisen at an established accountancy firm in Leicester who are looking to hire an Accounts and Tax professional, anywhere from Semi-Senior to Senior grade, to join their expanding team. The firm can offer long-term progression, professional development, plus market-leading pay and benefits. Benefits: Competitive salary Performance related bonus 28 days annual leave Company pension scheme Health assured employee well-being service Excellent personal development programmes to support career growth opportunities Structured development as well as on the job practical training Working and learning directly from Directors A supportive team environment, where your contribution is genuinely valued Free parking. Responsibilities: Compile working papers, summaries, and key discussion points for review by managers or partners. Prepare both personal and corporate tax computations, including relevant provisions within financial statements. Ensure all statutory requirements and necessary disclosures are accurately included. Support, mentor, and develop junior team members to uphold quality standards. Handle several assignments simultaneously, meeting deadlines and ensuring client expectations are achieved. Maintain consistent client communication, including dealing with non-technical matters such as payment follow-ups. Organise and manage your workload in line with firm procedures while identifying ways to improve efficiency. Assist with business growth by recognising opportunities to provide additional services to current and potential clients. Maintain a professional approach when dealing with clients and representing the firm to external parties. Participate in internal training and seminars to enhance technical knowledge and stay current. Keep systems, processes, and software knowledge up to date. Adhere to internal policies and support administrative duties, including billing processes.
May 18, 2026
Full time
An excellent job opportunity has arisen at an established accountancy firm in Leicester who are looking to hire an Accounts and Tax professional, anywhere from Semi-Senior to Senior grade, to join their expanding team. The firm can offer long-term progression, professional development, plus market-leading pay and benefits. Benefits: Competitive salary Performance related bonus 28 days annual leave Company pension scheme Health assured employee well-being service Excellent personal development programmes to support career growth opportunities Structured development as well as on the job practical training Working and learning directly from Directors A supportive team environment, where your contribution is genuinely valued Free parking. Responsibilities: Compile working papers, summaries, and key discussion points for review by managers or partners. Prepare both personal and corporate tax computations, including relevant provisions within financial statements. Ensure all statutory requirements and necessary disclosures are accurately included. Support, mentor, and develop junior team members to uphold quality standards. Handle several assignments simultaneously, meeting deadlines and ensuring client expectations are achieved. Maintain consistent client communication, including dealing with non-technical matters such as payment follow-ups. Organise and manage your workload in line with firm procedures while identifying ways to improve efficiency. Assist with business growth by recognising opportunities to provide additional services to current and potential clients. Maintain a professional approach when dealing with clients and representing the firm to external parties. Participate in internal training and seminars to enhance technical knowledge and stay current. Keep systems, processes, and software knowledge up to date. Adhere to internal policies and support administrative duties, including billing processes.
Finance Assistant International Entertainment Start-Up Central London Harmonic are delighted to be working with a rapidly growing business in the creative industries who are looking to recruit a Finance Assistant. The company partners with some of the most exciting names in the entertainment and creative sector, delivering innovative projects across multiple formats. Their work spans high-profile productions and live experiences, working alongside household-name brands, celebrities and entertainment giants. Following a successful recent fundraise, the business is entering its next stage of growth, investing heavily in its infrastructure and finance capabilities to support expansion. The culture is collaborative, ambitious, and values-driven-an environment where finance is seen as a commercial partner to the wider business rather than a back-office function. The Role This Finance Assistant position sits within the finance team of a fast-growing immersive entertainment business with a turnover exceeding £10m. You will provide high-quality transactional accounting support across purchase ledger, revenue reconciliation, licensing, and month-end close, working closely with the Finance Manager and Finance Director. The business operates at the intersection of a high-volume visitor attraction and a global production house, with financial records spanning local ticket sales, corporate event income, and international licensing royalties. You will play a key role in ensuring those records are accurate, organised, and up to date. This is a well-suited role for someone early in their accounting career who is detail-oriented, comfortable with high-volume transactional work, and keen to develop and progress within a creative and fast-paced environment. Responsibilities Process supplier invoices, allocating costs to the correct department and making payments Reconcile supplier statements and manage the supplier onboarding process, including VAT and bank verification Reconcile box office and retail income from ticketing platforms against bank receipts Raise sales ledger invoices and monitor payment processor reports to ensure all digital transactions are accounted for Monitor receipt of funds across multiple currencies and ensuring foreign exchange transactions are clear and accurate in the system Act as a point of contact for international partner finance teams on reporting and payment queries Perform bank reconciliations across multiple currency accounts Manage the staff expense process and company credit card reconciliations Assist the Finance Manager with basic journals, accruals, and ad hoc reporting during the month-end close Ad hoc finance administration to support the wider team What We Need to See (Essential) High attention to detail Strong Microsoft Excel skills Strong communication skills An interest in entertainment, theatre, performing arts, and the creative/creative tech industries! Previous experience in these areas is a benefit. Package: Salary: £27,000-£30,000 Working Pattern: 4 days per week in the office, 1 day per week working from home Location: Central London If this is of interest, please get in touch at Due to the high volume of applications, we are receiving, if you have not heard back from us, please assume your application was unfortunately unsuccessful on this occasion. At Harmonic, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We actively welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and assure you that every candidate will be thoughtfully considered for the roles we represent, without regard to race, religion, gender expression, disability, or sexual orientation. At Harmonic, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We actively welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and assure you that every candidate will be thoughtfully considered for the roles we represent, without regard to race, religion, gender expression, disability, or sexual orientation.
May 18, 2026
Full time
Finance Assistant International Entertainment Start-Up Central London Harmonic are delighted to be working with a rapidly growing business in the creative industries who are looking to recruit a Finance Assistant. The company partners with some of the most exciting names in the entertainment and creative sector, delivering innovative projects across multiple formats. Their work spans high-profile productions and live experiences, working alongside household-name brands, celebrities and entertainment giants. Following a successful recent fundraise, the business is entering its next stage of growth, investing heavily in its infrastructure and finance capabilities to support expansion. The culture is collaborative, ambitious, and values-driven-an environment where finance is seen as a commercial partner to the wider business rather than a back-office function. The Role This Finance Assistant position sits within the finance team of a fast-growing immersive entertainment business with a turnover exceeding £10m. You will provide high-quality transactional accounting support across purchase ledger, revenue reconciliation, licensing, and month-end close, working closely with the Finance Manager and Finance Director. The business operates at the intersection of a high-volume visitor attraction and a global production house, with financial records spanning local ticket sales, corporate event income, and international licensing royalties. You will play a key role in ensuring those records are accurate, organised, and up to date. This is a well-suited role for someone early in their accounting career who is detail-oriented, comfortable with high-volume transactional work, and keen to develop and progress within a creative and fast-paced environment. Responsibilities Process supplier invoices, allocating costs to the correct department and making payments Reconcile supplier statements and manage the supplier onboarding process, including VAT and bank verification Reconcile box office and retail income from ticketing platforms against bank receipts Raise sales ledger invoices and monitor payment processor reports to ensure all digital transactions are accounted for Monitor receipt of funds across multiple currencies and ensuring foreign exchange transactions are clear and accurate in the system Act as a point of contact for international partner finance teams on reporting and payment queries Perform bank reconciliations across multiple currency accounts Manage the staff expense process and company credit card reconciliations Assist the Finance Manager with basic journals, accruals, and ad hoc reporting during the month-end close Ad hoc finance administration to support the wider team What We Need to See (Essential) High attention to detail Strong Microsoft Excel skills Strong communication skills An interest in entertainment, theatre, performing arts, and the creative/creative tech industries! Previous experience in these areas is a benefit. Package: Salary: £27,000-£30,000 Working Pattern: 4 days per week in the office, 1 day per week working from home Location: Central London If this is of interest, please get in touch at Due to the high volume of applications, we are receiving, if you have not heard back from us, please assume your application was unfortunately unsuccessful on this occasion. At Harmonic, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We actively welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and assure you that every candidate will be thoughtfully considered for the roles we represent, without regard to race, religion, gender expression, disability, or sexual orientation. At Harmonic, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We actively welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and assure you that every candidate will be thoughtfully considered for the roles we represent, without regard to race, religion, gender expression, disability, or sexual orientation.
Compliance Accountant Overview We have an outstanding opportunity to join a hugely successful global business in a compliance focused capacity. This represents a rare chance to join their stable finance team, all of which is based here in the UK, on a hybrid basis. Reporting directly into the Finance Director the principal objectives of the role are to ensure accurate and timely delivery of filing obligations across multiple jurisdictions, while maintaining effective communication with external advisers and internal stakeholders. Responsibilities : Coordinating externally managed tax and financial accounts filing compliance across 10+ jurisdictions including USA, APAC and EU Primary internal contact for external consultants in their preparation of annual tax and statutory filings (including any associated audits). Managing data requests and internal coordination Maintaining compliance calendars and monitoring deadlines Reviewing deliverables for completeness prior to submission Ownership of UK VAT process (data capture, review, submission, payments) Primary internal contact for external advisers, coordinating information flow and deadlines Monthly reconciliation of Group tax balance sheet accounts Supporting year-end audit queries relating to tax compliance Tracking regulatory updates from advisers and coordinating internal responses Improving processes, documentation and controls US Remit Oversight of Avalara-managed US sales tax process Identifying potential new state filing obligations and monitoring any assessed exposures Researching customer nexus positions and summarising findings for FD review, including exemptions Liaising with US advisers where required Person Profile Strong academics and a professional accounting qualification or working towards one, are an absolute must. This role would suit someone with significant tax and statutory filing experience to date, ideally encompassing US sales tax in a previous position. You must be agile, possess excellent communication skills and be proven at developing strong relationships with internal stakeholders as well as external partners.
May 18, 2026
Full time
Compliance Accountant Overview We have an outstanding opportunity to join a hugely successful global business in a compliance focused capacity. This represents a rare chance to join their stable finance team, all of which is based here in the UK, on a hybrid basis. Reporting directly into the Finance Director the principal objectives of the role are to ensure accurate and timely delivery of filing obligations across multiple jurisdictions, while maintaining effective communication with external advisers and internal stakeholders. Responsibilities : Coordinating externally managed tax and financial accounts filing compliance across 10+ jurisdictions including USA, APAC and EU Primary internal contact for external consultants in their preparation of annual tax and statutory filings (including any associated audits). Managing data requests and internal coordination Maintaining compliance calendars and monitoring deadlines Reviewing deliverables for completeness prior to submission Ownership of UK VAT process (data capture, review, submission, payments) Primary internal contact for external advisers, coordinating information flow and deadlines Monthly reconciliation of Group tax balance sheet accounts Supporting year-end audit queries relating to tax compliance Tracking regulatory updates from advisers and coordinating internal responses Improving processes, documentation and controls US Remit Oversight of Avalara-managed US sales tax process Identifying potential new state filing obligations and monitoring any assessed exposures Researching customer nexus positions and summarising findings for FD review, including exemptions Liaising with US advisers where required Person Profile Strong academics and a professional accounting qualification or working towards one, are an absolute must. This role would suit someone with significant tax and statutory filing experience to date, ideally encompassing US sales tax in a previous position. You must be agile, possess excellent communication skills and be proven at developing strong relationships with internal stakeholders as well as external partners.
Our client is seeking an expert in QuickBooks Online for a part time Bookkeeper / Accounts Assistant role to support the Finance Director. The business is in the retail, leisure and media sector and the role will be Remote / Work from Home, with flexibility to work part time across 2 - 3 days. This part time Bookkeeper / Accounts Assistant role will include: Data entry of sales and purchase ledger transactions Coding and processing of supplier invoices and expenses Raising and processing sales invoices Bank reconciliations and assisting with VAT returns Reconciling credit card expenses Maintaining accounts records in readiness for month end Assisting the FD with annual audit and ad hoc tasks An experienced Bookkeeper / Accounts Assistant is required. Familiarity with double-entry bookkeeping and basic VAT principles is essential together with strong working knowledge of QuickBooks Online. Flexible part time hours can be agreed across 2 - 3 days.
May 18, 2026
Full time
Our client is seeking an expert in QuickBooks Online for a part time Bookkeeper / Accounts Assistant role to support the Finance Director. The business is in the retail, leisure and media sector and the role will be Remote / Work from Home, with flexibility to work part time across 2 - 3 days. This part time Bookkeeper / Accounts Assistant role will include: Data entry of sales and purchase ledger transactions Coding and processing of supplier invoices and expenses Raising and processing sales invoices Bank reconciliations and assisting with VAT returns Reconciling credit card expenses Maintaining accounts records in readiness for month end Assisting the FD with annual audit and ad hoc tasks An experienced Bookkeeper / Accounts Assistant is required. Familiarity with double-entry bookkeeping and basic VAT principles is essential together with strong working knowledge of QuickBooks Online. Flexible part time hours can be agreed across 2 - 3 days.
Role: Accounts and Audit Senior Location: Oswestry Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 plus excellent benefits Hours: Monday to Friday, (degrees of flexibility on offer) Benefits: Excellent package Our client, a leading firm of Accountants, with offices across the West Midlands, is seeking to appoint an experienced and dynamic Accounts and Audit Senior as a result of growth within its current and high achieving team. Duties for the Accounts and Audit Senior: Preparation of accounts from incomplete records Utilisation of software packages such as Xero, Sage and Quickbooks where required Preparation of business tax computations. Correspondence with clients and agencies such as the HMRC Attending Clients' premises to perform accounting, auditing or computer functions You will report direct to the Managers, Directors and Partners of the firm You will be required to attend in-house and external training courses to meet with continued professional development requirements or study with our external training providers if you are currently studying a professional qualification You will work as an effective team member to ensure all client deadlines and requirements are met. Experience for the Accounts and Audit Senior: Experience within a similar role is preferred Ideally you should be ACA/ACCA Qualified for at least 2 years - though AAT, newly qualified or part qualified individuals are encouraged to apply All industry sector experiences will be considered This is an immediate need, so please apply online and a consultant from Cameron James will be in touch in due course.
May 18, 2026
Full time
Role: Accounts and Audit Senior Location: Oswestry Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 plus excellent benefits Hours: Monday to Friday, (degrees of flexibility on offer) Benefits: Excellent package Our client, a leading firm of Accountants, with offices across the West Midlands, is seeking to appoint an experienced and dynamic Accounts and Audit Senior as a result of growth within its current and high achieving team. Duties for the Accounts and Audit Senior: Preparation of accounts from incomplete records Utilisation of software packages such as Xero, Sage and Quickbooks where required Preparation of business tax computations. Correspondence with clients and agencies such as the HMRC Attending Clients' premises to perform accounting, auditing or computer functions You will report direct to the Managers, Directors and Partners of the firm You will be required to attend in-house and external training courses to meet with continued professional development requirements or study with our external training providers if you are currently studying a professional qualification You will work as an effective team member to ensure all client deadlines and requirements are met. Experience for the Accounts and Audit Senior: Experience within a similar role is preferred Ideally you should be ACA/ACCA Qualified for at least 2 years - though AAT, newly qualified or part qualified individuals are encouraged to apply All industry sector experiences will be considered This is an immediate need, so please apply online and a consultant from Cameron James will be in touch in due course.
As Finance Business Partner, you will provide financial insight, analysis and guidance to support business decision-making across the organization, including assisting with projects such as acquisitions, financial modelling, and business planning activities. Working closely with key stakeholders, your impact will be translating complex financial data into actionable recommendations that drive business performance, operational efficiency and decision-making. You will serve as the financial advisor to designated central service functions, helping them understand their financial position, identify opportunities for improvement, and help develop strategies to achieve their objectives. Reporting into the Finance, Planning and Analysis Director, you will have one direct report, so you will also have the opportunity to develop and mentor finance talent, with support, making this a varied and busy role. What You'll Be Doing Partnering with business leaders to provide financial insights, analysis and recommendations that support decision-making Leading the creation and development of management accounts, budgets, forecasts and long-range financial planning Preparing and presenting regular financial performance reports highlighting variances, trends, risks and opportunities Conducting complex financial analysis to evaluate business cases, investment opportunities and strategic initiatives Developing and maintaining financial models to support business planning and scenario analysis Identifying opportunities for process improvement, cost reduction and revenue enhancement Mentoring and developing a direct report with guidance and support What You'll Need Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) or qualified by experience Experience with full reporting and planning cycles completed in a business partnering or similar role Previous financial analysis and modelling skills Proficient in financial planning, budgeting and forecasting Advanced Excel skills and experience using financial systems and data visualisation tools Good understanding of management accounting principles and techniques, including capital and operating expenditure Familiarity with presenting financial information to non-financial audiences Ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively to support continuous improvement Benefits & Initiatives 6.6 weeks of annual leave (pro-rata for part-time). The equivalent to 25 days plus standard England and Wales bank holidays for full-time colleagues One additional day holiday per year after 6 years' service, up to a maximum 7.6 weeks of annual leave (pro-rata for part-time). The equivalent to 30 days plus standard England and Wales bank holidays for full-time colleagues A holiday purchase scheme, allowing employees to purchase up to 3 additional days of annual leave and spread the cost over up to 6 months An additional day of paid leave, a 'MeDay', allowing you the flexibility to celebrate a cultural or religious event or your birthday. It recognises that everyone's background is unique and gives you the freedom to mark what matters to you. One paid volunteering day per year to support a charity or community initiative of your choice Hybrid and agile working opportunities (role dependent) Enhanced Pension Contributions, we offer employer pension contributions above the statutory minimum Life Assurance Scheme Group Income Protection Enhanced family-friendly leave pay entitlements Wellbeing benefits, including: A health care cash plan, Employee Assistance Programme, Virtual GP service and access to health & wellbeing resources and tools Equity, Diversity & Inclusion initiatives, supported by employee-led networks and proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer Cycle to Work Scheme (subject to satisfactory completion of probationary period) Electric Car Scheme (subject to satisfactory completion of probationary period)
May 18, 2026
Full time
As Finance Business Partner, you will provide financial insight, analysis and guidance to support business decision-making across the organization, including assisting with projects such as acquisitions, financial modelling, and business planning activities. Working closely with key stakeholders, your impact will be translating complex financial data into actionable recommendations that drive business performance, operational efficiency and decision-making. You will serve as the financial advisor to designated central service functions, helping them understand their financial position, identify opportunities for improvement, and help develop strategies to achieve their objectives. Reporting into the Finance, Planning and Analysis Director, you will have one direct report, so you will also have the opportunity to develop and mentor finance talent, with support, making this a varied and busy role. What You'll Be Doing Partnering with business leaders to provide financial insights, analysis and recommendations that support decision-making Leading the creation and development of management accounts, budgets, forecasts and long-range financial planning Preparing and presenting regular financial performance reports highlighting variances, trends, risks and opportunities Conducting complex financial analysis to evaluate business cases, investment opportunities and strategic initiatives Developing and maintaining financial models to support business planning and scenario analysis Identifying opportunities for process improvement, cost reduction and revenue enhancement Mentoring and developing a direct report with guidance and support What You'll Need Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) or qualified by experience Experience with full reporting and planning cycles completed in a business partnering or similar role Previous financial analysis and modelling skills Proficient in financial planning, budgeting and forecasting Advanced Excel skills and experience using financial systems and data visualisation tools Good understanding of management accounting principles and techniques, including capital and operating expenditure Familiarity with presenting financial information to non-financial audiences Ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively to support continuous improvement Benefits & Initiatives 6.6 weeks of annual leave (pro-rata for part-time). The equivalent to 25 days plus standard England and Wales bank holidays for full-time colleagues One additional day holiday per year after 6 years' service, up to a maximum 7.6 weeks of annual leave (pro-rata for part-time). The equivalent to 30 days plus standard England and Wales bank holidays for full-time colleagues A holiday purchase scheme, allowing employees to purchase up to 3 additional days of annual leave and spread the cost over up to 6 months An additional day of paid leave, a 'MeDay', allowing you the flexibility to celebrate a cultural or religious event or your birthday. It recognises that everyone's background is unique and gives you the freedom to mark what matters to you. One paid volunteering day per year to support a charity or community initiative of your choice Hybrid and agile working opportunities (role dependent) Enhanced Pension Contributions, we offer employer pension contributions above the statutory minimum Life Assurance Scheme Group Income Protection Enhanced family-friendly leave pay entitlements Wellbeing benefits, including: A health care cash plan, Employee Assistance Programme, Virtual GP service and access to health & wellbeing resources and tools Equity, Diversity & Inclusion initiatives, supported by employee-led networks and proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer Cycle to Work Scheme (subject to satisfactory completion of probationary period) Electric Car Scheme (subject to satisfactory completion of probationary period)
