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Accounts Payable Manager - North Manchester - £50-60,000 doe Your new company An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Accounts Payable Manager to join a growing organisation in North Manchester. This role will lead end-to-end AP operations across multiple entities, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and strong performance against SLAs and KPIs. Your new role You will take ownership of AP operations, supporting migration and transition of activities while building and developing a high-performing team. Key responsibilities include: Leading AP process migrations and driving standardisation Overseeing daily operations (invoice processing, payments, queries) Managing workloads and ensuring service levels during peak periods Ensuring compliance with European regulations Leading, coaching, and developing the AP team Partnering within internal teams to improve P2P processes Driving process improvements, automation, and strong financial controls Monitoring KPIs and delivering performance insights What you'll need to succeed Proven experience in Accounts Payable / P2P, ideally within shared services Strong leadership and team development experience Track record of driving process improvements and change Strong ERP systems knowledge and advanced Excel skills Excellent communication skills; additional European languages are advantageous but not essential What you'll get in return Growing organisation 28 days holiday plus the option to buy more - with additional annual leave after 5 years' service Free on-site parking Supportive and collaborative working environment If you are an experienced AP professional looking to step into a leadership role within a growing business and interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

A leading organisation is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Project Accountant to join their London-based finance team. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in a fast-paced, project-driven environment, acting as the link between finance and operational teams while supporting performance across multiple projects. Key Responsibilities Support project teams with end-to-end project accounting, including ownership of systems and processes Produce weekly and monthly management reports covering project and people metrics (e.g. profitability, WIP, AR, utilisation, KPIs) Partner with project teams on revenue recognition, including variance analysis and forecasting Deliver financial training and inductions to non-finance stakeholders Ensure accurate and robust project financial reporting, providing challenge where required Investigate and explain project variances, delivering clear insights to senior stakeholders Monitor working capital (WIP, receivables, and cash flow) Support the wider finance function with accounts payable, audits, and statutory reporting Requirements Experience in project accounting within a consulting or professional services environment (e.g. engineering, architecture, design) Proven experience in a similar finance or project accounting role Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field Studying towards (or intending to study towards) a professional qualification (ACCA / CIMA / ACA) What's on Offer Competitive salary Hybrid working (typically 2 days in the office) Flexible benefits package, including retail and wellbeing perks Healthcare cash plan 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays Enhanced parental leave (subject to eligibility) This is a fantastic opportunity for a Project Accountant looking to develop their career in a collaborative and commercially focused environment.

9-12 Month FTC - Accounts Payable Supervisor Hays are delighted to be supporting a growing organisation through a significant period of transition following the acquisition of a new business. As part of this change, we are recruiting an experienced Accounts Payable Supervisor on a 9-12 month fixed-term contract to provide stability, leadership, and hands-on support during a busy and evolving period. This is a full-time role with three days per week required in the Leeds office. Some on-site parking is available, though not guaranteed. The RoleAs Accounts Payable Supervisor, you will play a key role in guiding the AP function through system change, increased volumes, and process realignment. You will oversee a team of approximately 10, ensuring day-to-day operations remain on track while supporting the reduction of a backlog created through recent acquisition activity.Key responsibilities include: Leading and developing the AP team, ensuring workloads are prioritised effectively. Managing and clearing backlog activity and supporting the team through high-volume periods. Supporting the implementation of a new finance system, including troubleshooting and embedding new processes. Acting as the escalation point for complex supplier queries and internal stakeholders. Collaborating with senior managers and other team leaders to ensure consistent communication across the business. Driving continuous improvement across AP processes, controls, and workflows. About YouWe are seeking a confident, proactive supervisor with the ability to take ownership and support a team through change. You will bring: Proven experience leading an Accounts Payable function. Strong query resolution, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills. Experience working through backlogs or high-volume environments. A calm, organised approach with the ability to manage competing priorities. Strong communication skills and a collaborative working style. Experience supporting system changes or finance transformation projects. What You'll Receive A 9-12 month fixed-term contract offering stability during a key period of organisational change. Full-time role with hybrid working (3 days per week in the Leeds office). Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on processes, systems, and team performance. Central Leeds location with some on-site parking available. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

This is a fixed-term position starting end of June for an initial 3-6 months, with the potential to extend. Some training will take place in Brussels for one week at the start of the role, with all costs covered by the company. Please be aware that fluent Dutch or Flemish is needed for this role. Are you an Accounts Assistant with experience working with multiple currencies and looking to develop your career in an international finance environment? If you enjoy working with numbers, staying organised, and supporting financial processes across different regions, this could be an excellent opportunity to grow your experience within a collaborative finance team. The role would particularly suit someone with experience in accounts involving multi-currency transactions, and familiarity with Dutch or French would be a valuable advantage when communicating with regional teams and customers. This is a hybrid position based in Central London, offering a salary of £28,000 £32,000 depending on experience and a 37.5-hour working week. The role also includes a supportive benefits package and the opportunity to gain valuable experience within an international finance environment. Key Responsibilities Assist with customer invoicing across EMEA entities. Monitor outstanding invoices and follow up on customer payments. Send payment reminders and liaise with customers regarding overdue balances. Process daily accounts payable, accounts receivable and bank transactions, including multi-currency transactions. Support reconciliation of financial accounts and records. Prepare weekly and monthly finance reports and assist with administrative tasks. Skills & Experience Fluent English, both written and spoken; and also Dutch or Flemish Previous experience in an accounts or finance role, ideally involving multi-currency transactions. Experience with accounts payable and/or accounts receivable processes. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word. Experience using accounting systems; knowledge of Sage Intacct would be advantageous. Strong attention to detail with excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines. How to Apply: If this role sounds like your next step, we d love to hear from you. Apply now, or get in touch with Niche Recruitment with any questions.

A well-established international business is looking to recruit a proactive and detail-oriented Part-Time Accounts Assistant to join its friendly finance team. This is a varied position offering exposure across both Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, alongside wider finance administration and office support duties. This opportunity would suit someone with previous finance administration, purchase ledger or sales ledger experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and wants to develop their all-round finance skillset within a supportive team. The Role You ll support the day-to-day running of the finance function, helping ensure invoices, reconciliations, payments and customer accounts are managed accurately and efficiently. Key responsibilities: Processing purchase invoices, credit notes and supplier statement reconciliations Supporting Accounts Receivable activities including invoicing, credit control and customer reconciliations Managing invoice queries, PO issues and maintaining finance control sheets Assisting with multi-currency and intercompany invoicing activities Completing credit checks and supporting wider month-end finance administration Providing ad-hoc support to the finance team and assisting with office coordination duties About You The successful candidate will ideally have: Previous experience within Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable or a transactional finance role Experience with multi-currency/multinational companies Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills Confident communication skills and a proactive approach to problem solving Ability to manage workload and prioritise effectively Comfortable working with finance systems and Excel A team-focused attitude with willingness to support across multiple areas What s on Offer Competitive salary Part time 24 hours Excellent pension contribution Private medical insurance Health cash plan Income protection and life assurance Flexible benefits package after probation Supportive and collaborative working environment Long-term development opportunities within a stable international organisation If you re looking for a broad finance position with excellent benefits and career progression potential, please apply today. Apply today to find out more: (url removed) All applicants must have the right to work in the UK. We will consider all qualified applications for this position. Chilworth Partnership / Venture Recruitment Partners does not discriminate against disability, sex, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, or any other status protected under the Equality Act 2010. Venture Recruitment Partners (also trading as Chilworth Partnership Ltd) is a Recruitment Agency. By applying for this role, you are authorising us as a Recruitment Agency to contact you and to provide services and information relating to job hunting activities. Please see our Privacy Policy at (url removed) INDTAF

My Local Government client is looking to recruit a permanent Senior Accountant to join them with a focus on Treasury and Transactions. Reporting into the Head of Finance, your role will be to - Carry out the Council's treasury activities ensuring they are managed effectively and in accordance with the established Treasury policy and procedures; This includes treasury advice to senior management and implementation of Council's Treasury strategies. You will also manage the exchequer services teams to ensure that the Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable and Payroll processes are operating effectively whilst adhering to the established procedures and controls. This includes associated accounting, reporting and disclosures. Day to day you will carry out the treasury requirements of the Council and supervise the Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Insurance and Payroll processes on a daily basis. Specifically, this role is accountable and responsible for taking appropriate action with respect to all Treasury and Exchequer services. To be considered for the role you will need to be a part qualified or qualified accountant with knowledge of the CIPFA Prudential and Treasury Management Codes of Practice as well as an understanding of IFRS & Financial Instruments. You will need previous Local Government treasury management experience also. The role is being offered on a permanent basis with 2 days in the office and at salary range of 41,500 to 50,500 (pay award pending).

Language Matters is recruiting an Italian-speaking Accounts Assistant to join a growing and dynamic finance team based in London. This is an excellent opportunity to join an international business offering strong development opportunities within a collaborative and fast-paced environment. In this role, you will support the Financial Controller and wider finance team, contributing to the delivery of accurate financial reporting and ensuring the smooth running of day-to-day finance operations. You will gain exposure to a broad range of accounting activities within a small, multifunctional team. Your responsibilities will include: Managing Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, including supplier reconciliations Supporting month-end close processes, including accruals, prepayments, and journal entries Performing balance sheet and inter-company reconciliations Assisting with reporting, budgeting, and financial analysis Supporting payment processes and liaising with internal teams and stakeholders About you: You are an Italian-speaking Accounts Assistant with a solid understanding of accounting processes and a hands-on approach. You thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and are looking to grow within a finance function while taking ownership of your work. Profile: Fluent in Italian and English, both written and spoken Strong background in both AP/AR, reconciliations, and month-end processes Strong Excel skills (e.g. VLOOKUP, SUMIFS, data analysis) Ideally ACA qualified or studying towards an Accounting qualification A proactive, self-motivated mindset with strong attention to detail Comfortable working in a small, fast-growing, start-up-style environment To apply, please send your CV in English and in Word format to Marie-Anne. languagematters is acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.

Job Title: Finance & Accounts Administrator (2 Year Fixed Term Contract) Location: Birmingham Package: (phone number removed) , 25 days holiday, early Friday finishes, and more Working hours: Full time, Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5pm, 2:30pm finish on Fridays A highly experienced and RIBA Chartered Architecture practice in Birmingham, are hiring for Finance and Accounts Administrator on a 2 year fixed term contract . This medium sized practice offer a comprehensive range of architectural services, and have grown at a consistent rate to over 40 members of staff This position is a crucial role, to supporting day to day financial operations. The role involves managing invoicing processes, payroll administration, purchase order creation, and coordinating payment runs. If you are a Finance Assistant, seeking a new challenge within a forward thinking employer, then look no further Finance Assistant Job Responsibilities Invoicing (Accounts Receivable & Payable) Raise and issue customer invoices accurately and on time Process supplier invoices and ensure correct coding and approvals Monitor outstanding invoices and follow up on payments Liaise with external bookkeeper and accountants to support financial processes and reporting Payroll Administration Assist with the preparation and processing of payroll Maintain accurate employee records and timesheets Purchase Orders Create and manage purchase orders in line with company procedures Track and reconcile purchase orders with invoices Payment Runs Prepare and set up payments for scheduled payment runs Verify payment details and ensure proper authorization Maintain accurate records of all outgoing payments General Finance Support Reconcile bank statements and financial records Assist with month-end processes and reporting Maintain organised financial documentation and filing systems Finance Assistant Job Requirements Previous experience in an administrative or account's role Familiarity with accounting software (e.g., Sage) and Microsoft Excel Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively Good communication skills and a team-oriented approach Able to quickly learn & adapt to new systems - 'Deltek PIM (Project Information Management) - training to be provided. Finance Assistant Salary & Benefits Salary dependant on experience, ranging from 25,000- 30,000 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays Mental Health and Wellbeing Support Pension and annual bonus scheme 14:30 finish on Fridays Extra perks including CPDs, team outings, mentoring, cycle to work, and more Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for.

Job Title: Permanent Full Time Accounts Administrator/Stock Inventory Controller Salary: £25,000-£27,000 per annum with a performance related bonus (OTE up to £30K per year) Location: Central Wilmslow (100% Office based) Standard Hours: Monday Friday (Apply online only) with some flexibility Additional Benefits: Free Parking, 28 days holiday, 2 days additional gifted days, company pension after 3 months. The Opportunity We are currently recruiting for an Accounts Administrator with additional stock control responsibility to join a long established family ran organisation at their office in the Wilmslow, Cheshire. This is a very varied role with responsibility for accounts related duties alongside office based administrative tasks, dealing with customers and suppliers, managing. receiving and packaging stock and general office based duties. This role would suit a calm, professional individual who would like to utilise their finance and organisational skills in a varied stable environment. Essential Requirements: Accountancy and finance knowledge: SAGE and invoicing experience Working knowledge of sales order processing Stock/stores inventory management Clear written and verbal communication skills Confident with Microsoft packages including email, Excel and Word Exceptional reliable team player and happy to work in a small team Key Responsibilities: A range of accountancy focused duties that include accounts payable and receivable, credit control and sales ledger/purchase ledger functions. Processing of expenses Sales order processing. Handling of stock which will include goods in/out, liaising with clients and suppliers, deliveries and the repackaging of stock. Documenting and updating the company s in-house finance system and general administrative tasks. Liasing with customers via MS Teams, telephone, face to face and email. To find out more and see a full job spec then please contact Abi today on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) This vacancy is being handled by Aspire Recruitment. Please be aware we receive a high volume of applications and regularly receive applications from candidates who exceed the job credentials. We will only contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. Should you apply for this role, we will process your data as detailed in our Privacy Policy and by applying for this opportunity I agree that Aspire Recruitment will keep me informed about potential employment opportunities regularly and that I can choose to opt out of receiving information at any time.

Accounts Assistant Ascot, Berkshire Office Based Full-Time Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:30pm CTR SELECT is recruiting on behalf of a successful international organisation for an Accounts Assistant to join its finance team in Ascot. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and detail-focused individual to support a broad range of accounting functions, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable cover, reconciliations, and month-end activities. Key Responsibilities Process purchase invoices and employee expenses accurately within the ERP system. Manage supplier queries and prepare payment runs. Maintain financial records, prepayments, and the Fixed Asset Register. Process daily bank transactions and complete reconciliations. Assist with month-end journals and reporting activities. Prepare customer and supplier statements. Provide cover for Accounts Receivable and Order Processing, including sales order processing and customer account administration. Support finance compliance and document management activities. About You Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, or similar finance role. Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills. Experience with accounting software, ideally Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central or similar ERP systems. Excellent attention to detail, organisational skills, and accuracy. Strong communication skills and a positive, team-focused approach. What's on Offer? Join a respected international business. Varied and hands-on finance role. Supportive team environment. Competitive salary and benefits package. Due to reporting deadlines, some holiday restrictions may apply around month-end and year-end periods. If this Accounts Assistant role is of interest to you, please click apply or contact Marie Spratley in our Egham office.

Are you an ambitious, motivated finance professional looking for a career in Acounts Payable? A well-established client of ours is looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to join their team, and needs someone that is wanting to learn and grow with the business. With a strong reputation and a continued focus on expansion, this is a great opportunity for someone wanting to build a career in finance and gain professional qualifications. Responsibilities As an Accounts Payable Clerk, you will be responsible for Preparing and processing supplier invoices Payment runs Maintenance of the AP inbox, dealing with queries Supporting the AP function within the team Ad-hoc duties as and when required Requirements As an Accounts Payable Clerk, you will need 6 months plus of finance experience Excellent attention to detail and communication skills Proficiency in Excel and other Microsoft Office applications Passionate about wanting to pursue a career in finance Benefits As an Accounts Payable Clerk, you will get Full study support Onsite parking Generous holiday package If you're looking for that next step and are passionate about finance, then please get in touch! Rutherford Briant is passionate about equity, diversity, and inclusion. We seek individuals from the widest talent pool and encourage underrepresented talent to apply to vacancies with us. We are committed to recruitment processes that are fair for all, regardless of background and personal characteristics.

Employment Type: Temporary Location : Hybrid Brixton, UK, 4 days/week Hybrid (1 day a week in office in Brixton) London-based Salary : Starting from £400 (GBP), Per Day Team : Finance Seniority : Senior Closing : This role has no specific closing date. Job Description The Financial Controller is a management-level role responsible for the overall financial control and management of the organisation. This is a hands-on role where you will execute and own the financial operations, while ensuring the precision and integrity of all financial records, including verifying the work of outsourced bookkeepers. As a fully qualified accounting professional, you will verify the accuracy of the organisation's financial operations and ensure strict adherence to UK accounting standards and financial controls. You will provide the Head of Finance and the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) with strategic, high-quality reports for decision-making, budgeting, and the annual audit. Core Responsibilities Financial Operations & Bookkeeping Verify the accuracy of all ledger entries and day-to-day financial transactions. Perform bank reconciliations and review the work of outsourced bookkeepers to ensure accuracy and consistency. Own and manage the Pleo expense management platform, personally verifying that data exports to QuickBooks are correct and reconciled monthly. Personally maintain detailed financial documentation and audit trails to meet all statutory requirements. Review technical accounting treatments for restricted funds within QuickBooks to ensure compliance with donor requirements and charity law. Monitor and review accounts receivable and payable ledgers, taking a lead role in reporting on debtor and creditor ageing. Arrange and process all outgoing payments, including approved staff expenses and supplier invoices, while strictly enforcing the organisation's Expenses Policy. Prepare and submit VAT returns and Gift Aid claims, ensuring total compliance with HMRC regulations. Act as the senior technical lead for financial queries, designing and upholding robust internal controls across the organisation. Liaise with and manage the relationship with the outsourced payroll provider, reviewing monthly pay runs for accuracy. Financial Reporting & Budgeting Prepare month-end management accounts, ensuring all accruals, prepayments, and adjustments are accurately posted. Prepare and distribute budget templates to budget holders, offering technical guidance throughout the annual budget cycle. Consolidate sub-budgets into a master draft for review by the Head of Finance. Provide analytical support to budget holders to enable effective variance analysis and ongoing budget monitoring. Create bespoke financial reports and granular project budgets to facilitate scenario planning, financial analysis, and strategic decision-making. Audit & Process Maintenance Coordinate the annual audit process, acting as the primary technical point of contact for external auditors. Manage the audit testing process, ensuring all evidence and documentation are provided accurately and on time. Contribute to the preparation of the Trustees' Report, audit schedules, and draft accounts. Provide technical feedback on draft financial statements to auditors. Oversee the production timeline and data requirements for the Annual Report. Maintain and update financial policies and record-keeping systems to ensure they remain fit for purpose. Develop clear process documentation where necessary. Identify and implement practical optimisations to financial systems and procedures to increase organisational efficiency and automation. Essential Skills and Qualifications Professional Qualification: Fully qualified CCAB accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA). This role requires a professional capable of advanced financial management and strategic oversight. Technical Experience: At least 5 years of significant post-qualification experience in a senior financial management or control role. Software Proficiency: Proven experience using financial software such as QuickBooks, Xero, or Sage. Financial Knowledge: A deep understanding of chart of accounts structures, cash/accrual-based accounting, and the distinction between restricted and unrestricted fund accounting. Communication: Ability to translate financial data into clear, actionable information for non-finance staff. REF-

Thrive Oldham are recruiting on behalf of our well established client in the Oldham area a Accounts Payable Assistant Main Duties and Responsibilities: Processing of purchase invoices accurately and in a timely manner. Maintain invoice approval system in line with authorised controls. Prepare and process supplier payments (BACS/cheque) in accordance with payment terms. Setup supplier accounts & deal with suppliers' queries. Review & Reconcile suppliers' statements. Perform bank reconciliations and cashbook postings. Dealing with multi currency bank accounts support the automation and improvement of purchase ledger processes. Helping out in Month end reporting. Various ad-hoc duties that could reasonably be expected in a Finance Department. Knowledge and Skills required: Good communication skills. 1 - 2 years experience in similar role Computer literate with Excel skills. Experience in Microsoft Business Central especially desirable. Strong attention to detail and accuracy Ability to manage workload and meet deadlines. Willing to look at new technology be flexible on training 37.5 hour week flexible working pattern to be discussed Salary Competitive Thrive are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. If you have not heard from a consultant within 7 days, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. INDOLD

Our client, a global leader in marketing services, is seeking a Treasury and Purchase Ledger Manager to oversee a key area of its finance function. This could potentially be a hybrid role, with regular office-based days in North Oxfordshire and remote working available for part of the week. This position is referred to internally as Cash & Banking Manager, however externally the role could also be described as a Treasury and Purchase Ledger Manager, reflecting the blend of transactional finance leadership, supplier payments, customer receipts, reconciliations, cash allocation, banking administration and treasury-related activity involved. The role will support cash and banking activity across EMEA entities, ensuring that customer receipts and supplier payments are recorded correctly, bank accounts are reconciled accurately, and cash reporting is maintained to a high standard. This would suit someone who has managed within a transactional finance environment and is comfortable overseeing the movement, recording and reconciliation of payments and receipts across a busy finance function. Treasury and Purchase Ledger Manager - Key Responsibilities: Maintaining daily cash positions across EMEA entities, ensuring sufficient liquidity for operational and strategic needs. Supporting cash-flow forecasting and accurate cash reporting. Overseeing the accurate recording of customer receipts and supplier payments within D365. Ensuring timely and accurate bank reconciliations. Managing and updating customer and supplier master data, including bank details. Validating supplier bank details within the finance system and Globalpay as required. Coordinating with suppliers to resolve discrepancies and reviewing supplier statements. Overseeing bank account administration, including mandates, signatories and account changes. Maintaining strong controls across cash, banking and payment processes. Monitoring transactions and reports for irregularities. Supporting automation and process improvements across cash and banking workflows. Collaborating with AP, AR, Controllership, Commercial and Credit Control teams. Leading and developing a Cash & Banking team within the overseas shared service centre. Supporting customer invoice queries and debtor record accuracy where required. Skills & Qualifications required for the Treasury and Purchase Ledger Manager role: Proven experience in treasury, purchase ledger, accounts payable, payments, cash allocation or transactional finance management. Previous experience managing or supervising a finance team. Strong understanding of incoming and outgoing payments, allocations and reconciliations. Experience with multi-currency transactions, reconciliations and Forex. Good knowledge of cash-flow, banking processes and financial controls. Experience working with supplier payments, customer receipts and bank reconciliations. Confidence managing supplier master data, payment controls and audit requirements. Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain finance information clearly to non-finance colleagues. Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills. A proactive approach to process improvement, controls and accuracy. Experience with D365 would be useful, although this is not essential. About this exciting organisation: Our client operates in over 60 countries across six continents, combining local expertise with a global network to deliver world-class marketing services. They specialise in promotional products, POS items and marketing materials, working with some of the biggest brands globally. With a strong commitment to innovation, integrity and positive change, their teams are passionate about creating impactful brand experiences for leading consumer brands. This role offers a strong opportunity for an experienced Treasury and Purchase Ledger Manager, Transactional Finance Manager, Payments Manager or Cash & Banking Manager to make an impact within a dynamic, international business. If you have strong experience across treasury, payments, reconciliations, cash allocation, purchase ledger and finance operations, we would be pleased to hear from you.

Financial Controller Perrywood Garden Centres Essex/Suffolk Region Full-Time Competitive Salary + Benefits We are delighted to be partnering with Perrywood Garden Centres, one of the UK's most respected independent garden centre businesses, to recruit an experienced Financial Controller. With annual turnover of approximately 23 million , Perrywood has built an outstanding reputation for horticultural excellence, customer service and innovation. As the business continues to grow, this is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional to join the senior leadership team and play a key role in shaping its future success. The Role Reporting directly to the Managing Director, the Financial Controller will lead the finance function, ensuring robust financial management, strong controls and meaningful commercial insight across the business. This is a hands-on leadership role that combines operational finance responsibility with strategic business partnering. You will work closely with department heads and senior stakeholders, supporting decision-making and driving financial performance across a busy retail and horticultural operation. Key Responsibilities Financial Management & Reporting Produce monthly management accounts, cash flow forecasts, balance sheets and P&L reports. Deliver insightful financial analysis and reporting to the senior leadership team. Lead annual budgeting and forecasting processes. Support strategic planning and business growth initiatives. Banking & Cash Flow Manage lender relationships and quarterly bank covenant reporting. Maintain short and medium-term cash flow forecasts. Monitor liquidity, working capital and financial risks. Oversee payment runs, credit control and supplier payment processes. Finance Operations & Compliance Oversee accounts payable and receivable functions. Manage VAT reporting and ensure compliance with HMRC requirements. Oversee payroll processes for permanent and seasonal employees. Lead year-end audit preparation and liaise with external advisers. Ensure strong financial controls and governance across the business. Stock & Commercial Support Work alongside buying and retail teams to maintain accurate stock valuation and control. Oversee stock take processes and investigate variances. Provide commercial insight to improve margins and operational performance. Support department managers with budgeting and cost control. Leadership Lead, mentor and develop the finance team. Partner with operational leaders across the business. Contribute to senior leadership discussions and key business decisions. About You We are looking for an experienced finance professional who enjoys operating in a fast-paced, commercially focused environment. Essential Experience ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified, or qualified by experience with a proven track record. Previous Financial Controller, Head of Finance or senior finance experience within an SME environment. Strong knowledge of management accounting, VAT, payroll and financial controls. Experience producing reports for banks, lenders or external stakeholders. Excellent systems, Xero and Excel skills. Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities. Desirable Experience within retail, garden centre, leisure, hospitality or other stock-led businesses. Familiarity with inventory management and EPOS systems. Previous experience managing and developing finance teams. Why Join Perrywood? This is an opportunity to join a successful, family-owned business with ambitious growth plans and a reputation for excellence within its sector. You'll become a valued member of the senior leadership team, with genuine influence over business performance and future direction. In Return Competitive salary and benefits package. Senior leadership position with strategic input. Supportive and collaborative culture. Staff discounts and additional employee benefits. Long-term career opportunity within a thriving independent business. Interested? If you're an experienced finance leader looking for a role where you can make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today for a confidential discussion.

We are currently looking to recruit for a Finance Administrator for an exciting company based in Orpington. This is a varied role covering both accounting and administration/operational processing. Experience with Xero is essential. Duties include: Support the accounts payable function, including managing finance inboxes, processing invoices and expenses, and maintaining approval workflows. Reconcile transactions and financial records using Xero. Assist with payroll administration and related finance processes. Maintain accurate filing, documentation, and compliance records. Provide administrative and operational support across multiple departments as required. Maintain accurate records, trackers, and databases using Excel and internal systems. Source and purchase goods and services in line with operational requirements and approved budgets. Manage daily customer communications We're looking for someone who is: Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail. Experienced in using Excel to manage and analyse data. Familiar with Xero accounting software, particularly accounts payable and bank reconciliations. Comfortable handling confidential and sensitive information. Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work independently. An effective communicator who can build strong working relationships across teams. Capable of managing multiple priorities in a busy, fast-moving environment. Accountable, reliable, and committed to delivering high-quality work. In return the company are offering a competitive salary and benefits package including a hybrid working model (1 day a week). This really is a great company to work for so if you have the required experience then apply today!

William Stobart & Son Appleton Thorn Office Based £25,000 £30,000 Permanent Full-Time Company Overview William Stobart & Son is an established UK haulage and logistics business operating across national transport networks. With a reputation built on reliability, operational control and financial discipline, we support a diverse commercial customer base across multiple sectors. As part of our continued growth, we are strengthening our finance function and are now recruiting an Accounts Payable Assistant to join our team at our Appleton Thorn office. The Role Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will take ownership of core Accounts Payable and Purchase Ledger processes within a high-volume haulage environment. This role requires accuracy, pace and commercial awareness. You will ensure supplier invoices are processed correctly and on time, payment runs are prepared efficiently, and supplier accounts are maintained accurately. You will also support wider finance objectives including working capital control and month-end reporting. Experience using Sage 50 is highly advantageous. Key Responsibilities High-volume invoice processing within Sage 50 2-way and 3-way matching of purchase invoices to purchase orders and delivery documentation Accurate coding of invoices to nominal ledger and cost centres Supplier statement reconciliations and resolution of discrepancies Proactive query resolution with suppliers and internal departments Preparation of weekly and monthly payment runs Processing BACS payments and maintaining payment schedules Monitoring aged creditors to support cashflow and working capital control Assisting with month end processes including accruals and reporting support VAT accuracy checks to ensure compliance and correct treatment Maintaining and reviewing supplier master data records Supporting internal and external audit queries relating to Purchase Ledger Identifying process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce error rates This role will suit someone who understands the financial impact of accurate Invoice Processing and timely Supplier Reconciliations on cashflow and supplier relationships. Candidate Requirements Essential: Previous experience in Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger Strong background in high-volume Invoice Processing Experience completing Supplier Reconciliations Experience preparing or supporting Payment Runs Working knowledge of BACS payments Understanding of Month End processes Good attention to detail and accuracy Confident communicator, able to resolve supplier queries professionally Competent in Microsoft Excel Desirable: Experience using Sage 50 Experience within haulage, logistics or transport Understanding of VAT rules relating to purchase invoices AAT qualification (or studying towards) What We Offer Salary £25,000 £30,000 depending on experience Permanent, full-time position Office-based role in Appleton Thorn Structured finance team with clear reporting lines Exposure to commercial finance operations within a national haulage business Opportunity to develop knowledge of working capital management and financial controls Company pension scheme 28 days annual leave including bank holidays Apply If you have solid Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger experience and are looking to join a stable and growing haulage business, we would like to hear from you. Apply now with your CV. Early applications are encouraged.

Are you a driven and ambitious finance professional who is looking to take up your next role as Finance Manager? Are you CCAB qualified or on your way to completion? Transparent is proud to partner with this highly reputable and well-recognised FMCG business in the recruitment of a Finance Manager to join the team and continue to develop in your chosen profession. Not only does the role offer the chance to make your own mark in this newly created position, it also offers a genuine career path to Finance Director for those who want to become a genuine and integral part of the business as it continues on its journey of growth. This position will require you to be 'hands-on' and yet will still offer growth and development and the opportunity to become involved in commercial decisions. Day to day duties will include: Accounts Payable: setting up and maintaining supplier records, resolving queries and running supplier payment runs Accounts Receivable: maintaining customer records, posting sales invoices and credits, issuing customer statements and supporting with credit control and query resolution Banking: daily and weekly bank reconciliations, posting receipts and payments VAT & Compliance: preparing and submitting month VAT returns Month-end support: assisting with accruals and prepayments, fixed assets, balance sheet reconciliations (with support) Process improvement: suggesting and helping to implement process improvements to improve efficiency and accuracy The Person: AAT qualified/ACCA/CIMA qualified or actively studying towards Experience in a similar role, ideally from within a manufacturing or product-related business Ability to create a finance function, implementing processes and procedures Clear communication skills with a professional and helpful manner when dealing with customers and suppliers Driven and ambitious Inquisitive mind-set Knowledge of MS Business Central is desirable but not essential as full training will be given Strong Excel skills A strong desire to be part of a cohesive team In return, our client is offering a competitive salary, together with other benefits which include a study support package where relevant. Should this sound like your next move, please contact Samantha Harris for further information.

Accounts Payable £ Permanent, hybrid Northwich Our client is a well-established organisation with an excellent reputation in its sector. Due to continued growth, they are looking to strengthen their finance team with the appointment of an Accounts Payable Assistant who will play a key role in maintaining the accuracy and efficiency of the purchase ledger function. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive finance team where you'll gain exposure to a wide range of accounting responsibilities and contribute to the ongoing development of financial processes and controls. Reporting into the Finance Manager, you will take ownership of the day-to-day purchase ledger process while supporting wider finance activities across the business. Key responsibilities include: Setting up and maintaining supplier accounts within the ERP system Processing high volumes of purchase invoices accurately and efficiently Ensuring invoices are correctly authorised, coded and matched to purchase orders Reconciling supplier statements and resolving account discrepancies Reviewing GRNI balances, aged purchase orders and prepayment accounts Processing employee expenses and company credit card transactions Preparing supplier payment runs and supporting BACS payments Setting up and maintaining payment information within banking platforms and ERP systems Liaising with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve invoice queries Supporting month-end processes and maintaining accurate accounting records Ensuring all finance documentation and correspondence is filed and maintained appropriately Assisting with ad-hoc finance and administration projects as required To be successful in this role, you'll ideally have: Previous experience within an Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger position Strong Microsoft Excel skills and confidence using ERP/accounting systems Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills Strong communication skills with the ability to build relationships across the business A proactive and methodical approach to problem-solving The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment A positive attitude and willingness to support the wider finance team As Accounts Payable Assistant, you will get: £ salary 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Hybrid and flexible working Opportunity to join a growing and successful business Supportive and collaborative team environment Exposure to a broad range of finance responsibilities Ongoing training and development opportunities Long-term career progression prospects