Exciting opportunity to join the UK's leading toy retailer in Buckinghamshire as their Financial Accountant. Working in a fast paced finance team as the Financial Accountant you will report into the Financial Controller, you will be responsible for delivering accurate, timely and financial data for the business.The role requires a confident, ambitious, forward thinking and hands-on individual who is adept at financial reporting and analysis and takes pride in their work.You will need to be proactive, with great attention to detail to ensure the Group companies meets all compliance and reporting requirements.You must have a minimum of 3 years experience working within an accountancy practice/firm, fully qualified accountant within the UK (ACA/ACCA/CIMA). Responsibilities
Ownership of balance sheet for all entities, ensuring reconciliations are current and accurate for Group reporting.Produce accurate monthly consolidated Group accounts to tight deadline.Take ownership of smaller entities’ monthly management accounts.Ensuring Intercompany balances reconcile and up to date.Produce monthly bank reporting, quarterly covenant testing with commentary.Ownership of cashflow budget, ensuring weekly cashflow tool is updated for latest forecast information, and reviewing variances.Overseeing bank account controls, reviewing efficiencies and updating processes.Producing the group VAT return and producing all foreign VAT return for review.Produce and forecast quarterly banking covenants to ensure compliance.Production of internal audit controls and continuous review and improvements.Assisting with annual audit and statutory accounts production. Document accounting treatment across the group.Provide cover and support for weekly cashflow production, FX requirements, and group cashflow management.
Skills & Experience
Minimum 3 years’ experience within audit.eporting ManageMinimum 3 years’ experience working with business stakeholders and external parties.Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).Experience working with group consolidations, accounts preparation and audit in practice.Experience with communicating financial information to non-finance colleagues.Familiar with accounting packages ideally Unit 4 or similar.Ability to work on own initiative, prioritise tasks, handle pressure and support finance team.Ability to communicate effectively in person, in writing and over the telephone with individuals and with a wide variety of organisations and audiences.Advanced skills in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Teams....Read more...
Tax Assistant Manager Location: Bury St Edmunds Contract: Permanent Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 per annum Start Date: Flexible *Hybrid Working* Contact: greg.waite@servicecare.org.uk
Job Description Service Care Solutions are currently recruiting for a Tax Assistant Manager on behalf of an established Chartered Accountancy based in Bury St Edmunds to join the team on a permanent basis. The role will involve a varied portfolio of clients who are based in East Anglia, the home counties, London and internationally and will predominantly relate to the private client and owner managed business sector. There may also be the opportunity to undertake trust and residence and domicile work.
Main Responsibilities:
Managing own portfolio of clients ensuring that compliance deadlines are met and client service delivered at a high standard.
Taking on new clients via the firm’s website, email and phone enquiries, as well as through marketing initiatives.
Preparation of high value clients’ / complex self-assessment tax returns and related tax calculations for individuals and partnerships using the firm’s software (CCH)
Review of non-complex self-assessment tax returns and related tax calculations for individuals and partnerships prepared by junior members of staff.
Ensuring all digital tax compliance and permanent files are prepared with the firm’s guidance and kept up to date.
Provide support on planning projects and researching technical issues on tax advisory work. Drafting clear, concise and accurate advisory letters for review by a senior member of staff.
Training of junior staff and liaising with their line manager (as appropriate) including completing relevant feedback forms.
Candidate Criteria
Relevant professional qualification (CTA, STEP, ACA, ACCA)
Highly experienced in providing tax advice in a Private Practice environment
Experience of working with a portfolio of Private Client tax clients is essential
Experience of training/supervising junior members, checking work where necessary is highly desirable
Great communication skills with the ability to work well on own initiative as well as part of a team
If you are interested in the role, or know of anyone who may be, please contact Greg at Service Care Solutions on 01772 208969 or email greg.waite@servicecare.org.uk
Service Care Solutions also offers a £250 referral bonus! So, if you know of anyone who would be perfect for this position and they are placed into work, you will receive £250 for the referral once their probationary period has been completed.....Read more...
If you are an accounts and finance professional, looking for a new challenge within an established local business then this could be the opportunity you have been looking for.We are assisting a local business to recruit an Accounts and Finance Professional. The position would suit someone who has a good all round accounts background.An AAT qualification would be useful although not essential if you have relevant experience.Whilst the ideal candidate will have a practice background, our client is more than happy to consider candidates from various industry sectors and especially people who have a background in working within regulated sectors.The role is permanent, full time based in Cockermouth.Your new jobDiverse and challenging scope, encompassing a variety of responsibilities.Ensuring that financial information, e.g., accounting system, budgets and cash flows are up to date.Production of accurate financial reports and information to meet specific deadlines.Allocation of internal re-charges to projects on a regular basis according to agreed schedule.Preparation and presentation of annual financial information to accountants to meet internal deadlines.Liaison with directors to provide financial information to support the development of the business.Identify cost-reduction or efficiency opportunities, conduct reviews and evaluations and make recommendations to the directors.Operate the Sales and Purchase Ledgers of the business.Run the monthly BACS payments.Establishing and maintaining strong relationships with the management team.About youExceptional organisational skills.Strong leadership and people management skills.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.The ability to work under pressure.Financial analysis and critical thinking skills.Strong IT skills.Confident using cloud-based accountancy software packages such as Sage, Paprika, QuickBooks and Xero.Salary and benefitsStarting salary of £28,000 to £30,000 per annum.Permanent staff position.20 days holiday per year plus bank holidays.Additional holidays over Christmas when the office is closed.Company pension scheme.Healthcare policy.Free eye tests.Use of pool car for work purposes.Training and career development support.Early finish on Fridays (4.15pm!) To apply for this job, you must already have the legal right to, permanently, live and work in the UK. We do not offer visa sponsorships and we are unable to provide immigration advice.....Read more...
Bookkeeper / Payroll Manager
Location: Windsor, Berkshire (Office based)
Salary: £28k - £35k (DOE)+ Excellent Benefits
Job Type: Monday - Friday
The Client:
Our client is a well-established accountancy & tax firm, providing a range of quality services from bookkeeping and payroll to VAT returns for its clientele.
The Role:
As a Bookkeeper / Payroll Manager, you will be responsible for documenting all company financial transactions such as purchases, invoices, and sales, ensuring the accuracy of financial data required for account filings.
Responsibilities:
Bookkeeper:
* Execute daily financial procedures, implementing improvements as required.
* Maintain accurate accounts, ensuring proper transaction verification and posting.
* Oversee prime entry operations at the Centre of Excellence.
* Supervise both sales and purchase ledgers.
* Conduct routine account reconciliations.
* Guarantee correct coding of fixed assets.
* Manage client invoicing and payment processing.
* Coordinate communications with clients, suppliers, and financial institutions.
* Collaborate with accountants to prepare VAT returns.
* Prepare financial schedules, statements, and reports.
* Organise and file essential documentation.
* Maintain high standards in books of prime entry.
* Ensure timely presentation of returns to clients.
Payroll Manager:
* Prompt processing of client payroll payments on a weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly basis.
* Accurate calculation and deduction from payroll checks.
* Confirm overtime hours with management before issuing payroll.
* Handle pension submissions and complete CIS returns.
* Verify banking information for direct deposits.
* Maintain the general ledger for all payroll transactions.
* Monitor HMRC portals for tax code changes or notices.
* Use and support Sage payroll systems.
* Serve as the primary backup for the Payroll Manager role
* Supply documents as requested by the Production Manager.
Requirements:
* Previous experience working in a similar role.
* Possess relevant qualifications and experience.
* Strong capability in managing time and organising tasks.
* Proven ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
* Skilled in Sage 50 and Microsoft Excel.
* Effective communication and teamwork skills.
* Experience with QuickBooks and Xero is beneficial.
Apply now for this exceptional opportunity to work with a dynamic team and further enhance your career.
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If you are an accounts and finance professional, looking for a new challenge within an established local business then this could be the opportunity you have been looking for.We are assisting a local business to recruit an Accounts and Finance Professional. The position would suit someone who has a good all round accounts background.An AAT qualification would be useful although not essential if you have relevant experience.Whilst the ideal candidate will have a practice background, our client is more than happy to consider candidates from various industry sectors and especially people who have a background in working within regulated sectors.The role is permanent, full time based in Cockermouth.Your new jobDiverse and challenging scope, encompassing a variety of responsibilities.Ensuring that financial information, e.g., accounting system, budgets and cash flows are up to date.Production of accurate financial reports and information to meet specific deadlines.Allocation of internal re-charges to projects on a regular basis according to agreed schedule.Preparation and presentation of annual financial information to accountants to meet internal deadlines.Liaison with directors to provide financial information to support the development of the business.Identify cost-reduction or efficiency opportunities, conduct reviews and evaluations and make recommendations to the directors.Operate the Sales and Purchase Ledgers of the business.Run the monthly BACS payments.Establishing and maintaining strong relationships with the management team.About youExceptional organisational skills.Strong leadership and people management skills.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.The ability to work under pressure.Financial analysis and critical thinking skills.Strong IT skills.Confident using cloud-based accountancy software packages such as Sage, Paprika, QuickBooks and Xero.Salary and benefitsStarting salary of £28,000 to £30,000 per annum.Permanent staff position.20 days holiday per year plus bank holidays.Additional holidays over Christmas when the office is closed.Company pension scheme.Healthcare policy.Free eye tests.Use of pool car for work purposes.Training and career development support.Early finish on Fridays (4.15pm!)To apply for this job, you must already have the legal right to, permanently, live and work in the UK. We do not offer visa sponsorships and we are unable to provide immigration advice.....Read more...
Advance in your career, putting your administration skills to the test within a reputable educational settingwhilst gaining personal development and job security and satisfaction.In the Fees & Payroll Administrator job, you will be:
Assisting with administration based tasks; record keeping, dealing with queries, typing, data handling & inputtingSupporting with accounting functions such as administering invoices, fees ledger transactions, payroll and credit control Liaising with external contacts and agencies related to payroll and pensions functions Providing guidance and support to staff regarding payroll and fees queries Coordinating regular checks to maintain integrity of fees and payroll systems
To be successful in the role, you will need:
A recognised accountancy / payroll qualification or proven equivalent professional experience in sales ledger or payrollPrevious administration experienceStrong attention to detail and accuracy skills IT skills including Microsoft suite and Sage (or similar)Positive and good-humored natureAbility to handle sensitive matters professionally and confidentially
Your Benefits:
Job security with a permanent contract4 days per week, Monday to Friday with typical working hours between 8.30am to 4.30pm (30 hours per week)Pro-rata salary in the region of £21,000 depending on experienceLunch provided - full canteen available (you could even have a 3 course meal if you wanted)On-site parking30 days holiday full time equivalent (24 days for this particular role, plus bank holidays)2 weeks off* over the Christmas periodSupport from a nurturing team
The successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.If you're ready to make a difference and advance in your career, we'd love to hear from you!....Read more...
Job Description:
Are you seeking your next Accountancy role within the financial services sector? If this sounds like you, we have a great opportunity for you!
Our client, a financial services business based in Edinburgh, is recruiting for a Part Qualified Accountant. You will be a part qualified accountant and have gained experience in preparation of management accounts, statutory accounts and dealing with third parties. This role is 5 days a week in the office.
Skills/Experience:
Part qualified accountant , ideally ACCA with experience in financial services and/or practice
Experience in preparation of management accounts including dealing with third parties
Experience in fund accounting, statutory accounts for limited companies and partnerships is desirable
Experience in Investran and Sage Line 50
Core Responsibilities:
Delivery of management accounts and other financial reporting
Preparation of quarterly management accounts and forecasting for clients
Liaising with fund managers in relation to investor capital calls and drawdowns
Preparing fund drawdown, equalisation and distributions calculations
Preparation and submission of VAT returns and compliance with relevant regulations and deadlines
Review of monthly bank reconciliations, client invoices, expense reports and payment authorisation
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 15654
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
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Conference Sales CoordinatorUp to £33,000 a year, inclusive of London Weighting Allowance at £3,072 a year subject to experience Full-time, 37.5 hours a week, Monday to Friday, between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. (Flexible according to business needs) with an hour for lunch.The Foundry, London, SE11 5RR
The Post The Conference Sales Coordinator plays a vital role in bringing in new and current organisations to use the conference facilities at The Foundry. The role centres around selling meeting and conference space by telephone, email or face-to-face. 40% of the working hours will be spent on sales and marketing with the remainder on providing administrative support as detailed below.
Sales and Marketing• Gathering market and customer information• Contacting potential customers to arrange meetings for new business • Maintaining and developing relationships with existing customers in person and via telephone calls and emails• Listening to customer requirements and presenting appropriately to make a sale • Responding promptly to incoming email and phone enquiries• Keeping clear records of all enquiries both for reporting and analysis purposes, and to enable follow-up contact• Negotiating the terms and conditions of a sale, making accurate, rapid cost calculations and providing customers with quotations• Advising on special promotions• Recording sales and entering into the bookings system• Feeding future sales trends back to The Foundry• Supporting the production of publicity materials, printed and digital• Assisting with digital media campaigns to raise the profile of the conference and meeting spaces. Check the Social media folder for permissions and upcoming events that need to be added on the website and on Twitter• Representing The Foundry at exhibitions and events• In conjunction with the regional manager, develop marketing plan and monitor targets. • Create and circulate newsletter
Bookings Administration• Administrating the bookings for meetings and conference rooms, catering and technical equipment• Managing booking enquiries through phone calls and emails, including web-generated enquiries. • Responding promptly to enquiries, and advising clients on bookings, including providing quotes• Setting up new clients on the Booking System, creating new accounts and maintaining up-to-date client information• Create invoices and credit notes. Keep accurate records of cancellations and additional services. • Providing Booking acknowledgements for the clients• Catering to the individual needs of the conference users, including specific equipment and disabled access requirements• Filing and maintaining a logical system for cross-reference and easy access both on the computer and hard copy• Liaising with Reception, Facilities and Catering staff for conference requirements• Liaising with accountancy staff with regard to room bookings• Managing equipment hire, and ordering extra equipment where required• Assisting with room setups, PA and AV requirements for conferences and meetings when extra assistance is needed• Providing information/documentation for some clients when required, for SJHR Centre to be set up as a ‘new supplier’ on the client's system, to enable all future payments to be made.
Staff Management• Line management of the building’s receptionists, supervise, motivate and monitor the performance of these staff, including regular supervision meetings, managing sick days and holidays.• Manage staff cover for evening and weekend events, A/L and sick leave• Manage zero hours Reception staff, arrange training and induction • Manage payroll/overtime for zero-hours staff, including zero-hour FSA
Other responsibilities include• Helping to establish and maintain excellent communication with tenant organisations• Covering for other members of the team when they are attending training, on holiday, etc, including cover for the Centre Manager• Dealing with emergencies when they arise• Attending regular Team and Tenant meetings, and taking minutes• Working to improve the company's social and environmental objectives• Other duties as required, in line with the role• Being a Fire Marshall and assisting with the fire alarm testing on occasion• Attending company-wide events such as the annual staff conference
Person Specification The individual we are looking for will need:• Previous experience in a similar role• Excellent sales skills • Have good negotiation skills • Good IT skills, particularly Microsoft Office software• Excellent communication skills and experience of communication with different groups of people• Excellent customer care skills• The ability to act quickly and effectively using their own initiative• To be a team player, as well as able to work alone• Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise work, multi-task and remain flexible• To be trustworthy, personable and reliable• A commitment to provide a good service to our tenants• To maintain a professional standard of presentation and communication at all times• Administration experience, preferably with experience of minute taking• The ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines • A knowledge of marketing
We would also like you to be committed to social and environmental issues and have knowledge of the charity and voluntary sector. Previous experience using social media tools would be desirable.
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Conference Sales CoordinatorUp to £33,000 a year, inclusive of London Weighting Allowance at £3,072 a year subject to experience Full-time, 37.5 hours a week, Monday to Friday, between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. (Flexible according to business needs) with an hour for lunch.The Foundry, London, SE11 5RR
The Post The Conference Sales Coordinator plays a vital role in bringing in new and current organisations to use the conference facilities at The Foundry. The role centres around selling meeting and conference space by telephone, email or face-to-face. 40% of the working hours will be spent on sales and marketing with the remainder on providing administrative support as detailed below.
Sales and Marketing• Gathering market and customer information• Contacting potential customers to arrange meetings for new business • Maintaining and developing relationships with existing customers in person and via telephone calls and emails• Listening to customer requirements and presenting appropriately to make a sale • Responding promptly to incoming email and phone enquiries• Keeping clear records of all enquiries both for reporting and analysis purposes, and to enable follow-up contact• Negotiating the terms and conditions of a sale, making accurate, rapid cost calculations and providing customers with quotations• Advising on special promotions• Recording sales and entering into the bookings system• Feeding future sales trends back to The Foundry• Supporting the production of publicity materials, printed and digital• Assisting with digital media campaigns to raise the profile of the conference and meeting spaces. Check the Social media folder for permissions and upcoming events that need to be added on the website and on Twitter• Representing The Foundry at exhibitions and events• In conjunction with the regional manager, develop marketing plan and monitor targets. • Create and circulate newsletter
Bookings Administration• Administrating the bookings for meetings and conference rooms, catering and technical equipment• Managing booking enquiries through phone calls and emails, including web-generated enquiries. • Responding promptly to enquiries, and advising clients on bookings, including providing quotes• Setting up new clients on the Booking System, creating new accounts and maintaining up-to-date client information• Create invoices and credit notes. Keep accurate records of cancellations and additional services. • Providing Booking acknowledgements for the clients• Catering to the individual needs of the conference users, including specific equipment and disabled access requirements• Filing and maintaining a logical system for cross-reference and easy access both on the computer and hard copy• Liaising with Reception, Facilities and Catering staff for conference requirements• Liaising with accountancy staff with regard to room bookings• Managing equipment hire, and ordering extra equipment where required• Assisting with room setups, PA and AV requirements for conferences and meetings when extra assistance is needed• Providing information/documentation for some clients when required, for SJHR Centre to be set up as a ‘new supplier’ on the client's system, to enable all future payments to be made.
Staff Management• Line management of the building’s receptionists, supervise, motivate and monitor the performance of these staff, including regular supervision meetings, managing sick days and holidays.• Manage staff cover for evening and weekend events, A/L and sick leave• Manage zero hours Reception staff, arrange training and induction • Manage payroll/overtime for zero-hours staff, including zero-hour FSA
Other responsibilities include• Helping to establish and maintain excellent communication with tenant organisations• Covering for other members of the team when they are attending training, on holiday, etc, including cover for the Centre Manager• Dealing with emergencies when they arise• Attending regular Team and Tenant meetings, and taking minutes• Working to improve the company's social and environmental objectives• Other duties as required, in line with the role• Being a Fire Marshall and assisting with the fire alarm testing on occasion• Attending company-wide events such as the annual staff conference
Person Specification The individual we are looking for will need:• Previous experience in a similar role• Excellent sales skills • Have good negotiation skills • Good IT skills, particularly Microsoft Office software• Excellent communication skills and experience of communication with different groups of people• Excellent customer care skills• The ability to act quickly and effectively using their own initiative• To be a team player, as well as able to work alone• Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise work, multi-task and remain flexible• To be trustworthy, personable and reliable• A commitment to provide a good service to our tenants• To maintain a professional standard of presentation and communication at all times• Administration experience, preferably with experience of minute taking• The ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines • A knowledge of marketing
We would also like you to be committed to social and environmental issues and have knowledge of the charity and voluntary sector. Previous experience using social media tools would be desirable.
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