At STR Group, we’re looking for a Senior Credit Controller to join our Finance Team in our HQ in Portsmouth. This is a hands-on role where you’ll take responsibility for effective debt management and cash collection while playing a key role in improving credit control processes and supporting the wider team. You’ll be joining a collaborative Finance Team where your ideas are welcomed, your development is supported and you’ll have the opportunity to make a genuine impact.
What will you be doing?
As our Senior Credit Controller, you’ll take ownership of customer accounts across the STR Group, ensuring payments are collected on time, accounts are accurate and credit risk is effectively managed.
Alongside the day-to-day credit control activity, you’ll manage key client accounts, provide aged debt reporting and financial analysis, oversee credit checks and limits, and take the lead on our credit insurance renewals.
You’ll also provide guidance and day-to-day support to another Credit Controller, helping to establish consistent processes and best practice across the team.
As our Senior Credit Controller some of your responsibilities will include:
Proactively managing and chasing overdue invoices by telephone and email
Managing key client accounts and building strong relationships to support timely payment and resolve queries
Accurately allocating cash, credits and invoices to customer accounts
Investigating and resolving payment and account queries
Carrying out regular ledger cleansing to maintain accurate financial data
Conducting credit checks across all STR Group brands and reviewing customer credit limits
Managing severely delinquent accounts and escalating for legal or debt collection action where appropriate
Producing aged debt reports and providing clear account updates for senior Finance review
Delivering accurate financial analysis to support decision-making and credit risk management
Leading credit insurance renewals and liaising with credit insurance providers
Working collaboratively across Finance and the wider business to improve processes and efficiencies
Providing guidance and support to the other Credit Controller and promoting consistent best practice across the team
What are we looking for?
We’re looking for someone who is proactive, commercially aware and comfortable taking ownership. You’ll need the confidence to have difficult conversations when required, while maintaining positive and professional relationships with clients. You’ll also bring:
Strong credit control and debt collection experience
Experience managing customer accounts, reconciliations and payment queries
A good understanding of credit risk, credit checks and credit limit
Strong Excel and wider MS Office skills
Excellent attention to detail and confidence working with financial data
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Excellent organisation and time management
A collaborative approach and willingness to support others
The confidence to identify opportunities for process improvement
What are we offering you?
Flexible and hybrid working
A 3pm finish every Friday
Modern, state-of-the-art offices with breakout areas
Daily breakfast provided
An active Equality, Diversity and Inclusion board
Annual Awards, Summer Party and Christmas Party
Long-service anniversary rewards, including additional holiday, bonuses, vouchers, champagne and gifts, depending on length of service
23 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing by one day for each completed year of service and capped at 28 days
The option to purchase up to five additional days of annual leave
Healthcare cash plan and optional private healthcare from day one
Company pension scheme
Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
Your birthday off
Drinks fridge
Free on-site parking
Cycle-to-work scheme
Electric vehicle salary-sacrifice scheme through Octopus Electric Vehicles
Tech salary-sacrifice scheme through Currys
Employee Referral Programme
STR commit to offer disabled people an interview if they meet the minimum criteria for the job vacancy.
If you’re an experienced Credit Controller looking for greater responsibility and the opportunity to develop your career within a supportive and growing business, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today!
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Junior Finance & Business Operations Assistant
Location: Aldermaston, Berkshire,, UK | Salary: £27,000
This Junior Finance & Business Operations Assistant role is ideal for someone looking to develop a long-term career in finance, with hands-on experience across sales ledger, purchase ledger, credit control, and wider business operations.
The successful candidate will be organised, hardworking, and detail-oriented, with a proactive approach and a willingness to learn. This role offers the opportunity to develop practical finance skills, gain exposure to business operations, and progress towards a more senior or management position over time.
Key Responsibilities
Finance Administration: Provide day-to-day support to the finance function, maintaining accurate financial records and assisting with reporting, reconciliations, and general finance administration.
Sales Ledger: Assist with raising sales invoices, allocating customer payments, monitoring outstanding balances, and supporting credit control activities.
Purchase Ledger: Process supplier invoices, check and reconcile supplier statements, maintain accurate purchase ledger records, and assist with supplier payment processes.
Credit Control: Help monitor overdue accounts, follow up outstanding payments, and support the maintenance of healthy customer accounts.
Business Operations & HR Support: Support HR and administrative activities, including employee record-keeping, recruitment coordination, document preparation, and coordination across business functions.
Key Requirements
A degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related subject would be advantageous.
An AAT Level 2 qualification, or willingness to work towards one, would be beneficial.
Strong English and Maths skills, ideally with GCSE grades of 6 or above.
A hardworking, reliable attitude and a genuine willingness to learn.
An interest in developing a long-term career in finance and business operations.
Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively with colleagues, customers, and suppliers.
Career Development
This is an excellent opportunity for someone at the start of their career to gain practical experience across core finance functions, particularly sales and purchase ledger, credit control, and business operations. With training, experience, and continued development, there is potential to progress into a more senior finance position or management role in the future.
To apply for this Junior Finance & Business Operations Assistant role based in Aldermaston, Berkshire, please send your CV to NDrain@redlinegroup.Com or call 01582 878828.....Read more...
Our client, CSE Industrial Electrical Distributors Ltd, a leading UK distributor of industrial electrical products and motor control equipment, are looking for an Accounts Manager to join their team on a permanent basis at their Head Office in Wooburn Green, Buckinghamshire.
This is a hands-on office-based role responsible for managing the accounts function across Head Office and multiple UK branches, ensuring accurate financial reporting, payroll, reconciliations and credit control activities.
Key responsibilities of the Accounts Manager job based in Wooburn Green:
Manage the day-to-day accounts function across Head Office and UK branch locations.
Prepare and submit VAT returns, PVA reporting and support HMRC/PAYE requirements.
Complete customer, bank, nominal ledger and aged debt reconciliations.
Support month-end activities including journals, trial balance entries, prepayments and asset schedules.
Oversee credit control activities, payment plans and aged debt reporting.
Process payroll accurately and on time.
Support budget reporting and financial performance reviews.
Manage import/export account administration and maintain accurate financial records.
Experience required for the Accounts Manager job based in Wooburn Green:
Previous experience in an Accounts Manager or senior finance position.
Strong knowledge of sales ledger, nominal ledger and credit control processes.
Experience preparing VAT returns and completing account reconciliations.
Experience supporting month-end accounting activities.
Payroll processing experience.
Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
Confident communicator with the ability to build relationships across the business.
Experience within a distribution, industrial or manufacturing environment would be advantageous.
If this Accounts Manager job based in Wooburn Green, Buckinghamshire could be of interest, please send your CV to jthompson@redlinegroup.Com or call James on 01582 878831.....Read more...
CREDIT CONTROLLER MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE UP TO £29,200 + EXCELLENT BENEFITS
THE OPPORTUNITY: We're partnering with a well-established and growing business in Macclesfield that is looking to recruit an experienced Credit Controller to join its successful finance team. The successful Credit Controller will take ownership of an extensive customer ledger, focusing on maximising cash collection, reducing outstanding debt and managing customer relationships. You'll be joining an established team within a fast-paced business that boasts an impressive portfolio of clients, where you'll have the opportunity to make a real impact on cash flow and financial performance.
THE CREDIT CONTROLLER ROLE:
Managing an extensive customer ledger, ensuring outstanding debts are collected efficiently and within agreed payment terms
Proactively contacting customers by telephone and email to chase overdue payments and reduce aged debt
Building strong relationships with customers to encourage prompt payment and resolve outstanding queries
Handling challenging conversations with customers professionally and confidently to secure payment commitments
Monitoring customer accounts, identifying overdue balances and escalating potential financial risks
Investigating and resolving payment discrepancies, outstanding invoices and customer account queries
Working towards strict cash collection targets, SLAs and KPIs to support the achievement of financial objectives
Maintaining accurate records of customer communications, payment arrangements and collection activity
Liaising with internal departments to resolve disputes and ensure outstanding balances are collected
Supporting the wider credit control team with debt reduction initiatives and improvements to collection processes
THE PERSON:
Previous experience within a Credit Controller, Collections Advisor or Debt Recovery role within an office-based or call centre/contact centre environment
Proven experience managing customer ledgers and proactively chasing outstanding payments
Confident making high volumes of outbound calls and handling difficult conversations with customers
Strong understanding of credit control processes, cash collection and debt reduction
Previous experience with computerised accounting software is beneficial
Results-driven with experience working towards KPIs, targets and strict deadlines
Excellent communication and negotiation skills with the ability to build rapport quickly
Strong IT skills, numeracy and attention to detail
Highly organised with the ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively under pressure
Resilient, proactive and confident when dealing with challenging customer situations
TO APPLY: Please send your CV for the Credit Controller role via the advert for immediate consideration.
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CREDIT CONTROLLER (TEMPORARY) MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE £14.77 PER HOUR + IMMEDIATE START TEMPORARY CONTRACT
THE OPPORTUNITY: We're partnering with a well-established and growing business in Macclesfield that is looking to recruit an experienced Credit Controller to join its successful finance team. The successful Credit Controller will take ownership of an extensive customer ledger, focusing on maximising cash collection, reducing outstanding debt and managing customer relationships. You'll be joining an established team within a fast-paced business that boasts and impressive portfolio of clients, where you'll have the opportunity to make a real impact on cash flow and financial performance.
THE CREDIT CONTROLLER ROLE:
Managing an extensive customer ledger, ensuring outstanding debts are collected efficiently and within agreed payment terms
Proactively contacting customers by telephone and email to chase overdue payments and reduce aged debt
Building strong relationships with customers to encourage prompt payment and resolve outstanding queries
Handling challenging conversations with customers professionally and confidently to secure payment commitments
Monitoring customer accounts, identifying overdue balances and escalating potential financial risks
Investigating and resolving payment discrepancies, outstanding invoices and customer account queries
Working towards strict cash collection targets, SLAs and KPIs to support the achievement of financial objectives
Maintaining accurate records of customer communications, payment arrangements and collection activity
Liaising with internal departments to resolve disputes and ensure outstanding balances are collected
Supporting the wider credit control team with debt reduction initiatives and improvements to collection processes
THE PERSON:
Previous experience within a Credit Controller, Collections Advisor or Debt Recovery role within an office-based or call centre/contact centre environment
Proven experience managing customer ledgers and proactively chasing outstanding payments
Confident making high volumes of outbound calls and handling difficult conversations with customers
Strong understanding of credit control processes, cash collection and debt reduction
Results-driven with experience working towards KPIs, targets and strict deadlines
Experience working with computerised accounting software would be advantageous
Excellent communication and negotiation skills with the ability to build rapport quickly
Strong IT skills, numeracy and attention to detail
Highly organised with the ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively under pressure
Resilient, proactive and confident when dealing with challenging customer situations
Available to start immediately or at very short notice following a video interview is essential
TO APPLY: Please send your CV for the Credit Controller role via the advert for immediate consideration. INTERVIEWS ARE BEING ARRANGED FOR SUITABLE CANDIDATES.
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Junior Finance Assistant
Location: UK | Salary: £27,000
This Junior Finance Assistant role based in Reading, Berkshire, is ideal for someone looking to develop a long-term career within finance, with the opportunity to gain experience across finance, credit control, purchase ledger, HR, and wider business administration.
The successful candidate will be hardworking, organised, and keen to learn, with the opportunity to develop their skills and progress into a management role over time.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide day-to-day support to the finance function, assisting with a range of financial and administrative activities.
Use computer systems and a variety of software packages, with training provided on NetSuite.
Support different areas of the business, coordinating activities across finance, credit control, and HR.
Assist with general administration, including preparing, typing, and maintaining business documents.
Key Requirements:
Strong English and Maths skills, ideally with GCSE grades of 6 or above.
A hard-working attitude, with a willingness to learn and develop new skills.
A genuine interest in building a long-term career within finance and business administration.
A degree in Finance, Business, or a related subject would be advantageous.
AAT Level 2 qualification would be ideal.
Good computer skills and the ability to learn new software packages and systems.
Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage a variety of administrative tasks.
A flexible approach and willingness to support different business functions as required.
Career Development:
This is an excellent opportunity to build a broad foundation across finance and business operations, with the potential to develop into a management role in the long term.
To apply for this Junior Finance Assistant role based in Reading, Berkshire, please send your CV to NDrain@redlinegroup.Com or call 01582 878828.
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Due to continued growth and expansion, my client is seeking a Part-Time Bookkeeper to play a key role in managing day-to-day financial transactions, maintaining accurate records, ensuring HMRC compliance, and supporting the wider finance function as the business continues to grow.
Responsibilities for this Bookkeeper job in Leicester, Leicestershire are:
Record daily receipts, payments and invoices accurately using accounting software
Reconcile multi-currency bank accounts and credit card statements
Process supplier invoices, obtain approvals, and prepare weekly payment runs
Allocate sales invoices, manage incoming payments, and support credit control activities
Prepare and submit quarterly VAT returns through Making Tax Digital (MTD) software
Support monthly payroll processing and distribute payslips
Assist external accountants with month-end preparation, trial balances and adjustments
Key skills and experience for this Bookkeeper job in Leicester, Leicestershire are:
Proven experience working as a Bookkeeper, Accounts Assistant, or in a similar finance role within the UK
AAT Level 3 or Level 4 qualification, or qualified by experience
Strong knowledge of UK VAT regulations and HMRC compliance
Experience using accounting software, ideally Sage (Xero or QuickBooks will also be considered)
Strong Excel skills, including confidence using formulas and spreadsheets on a daily basis
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Part-Time Accounts Clerk / Bookkeeper – Flexible HoursOffice Monster | South LeedsSalary: £14.00–£16.00 per hour, depending on experience Hours: Part-time, minimum 20 hours per week Working pattern: Flexible hours and days, Monday to Friday Location: South Leeds Opportunity: Potential to progress into a full-time positionAbout Office MonsterOffice Monster is a well-established, growing e-commerce business specialising in office supplies, furniture and workplace solutions. We're a friendly, close-knit team that takes pride in delivering excellent service to our customers.As our business continues to grow, we're looking for an experienced and organised Accounts Clerk to join our team and take responsibility for the day-to-day running of our accounts function.This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working independently, takes ownership of their responsibilities and is looking for a flexible, long-term role within a supportive business.The RoleYou'll be responsible for managing our sales and purchase ledgers, maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring our day-to-day accounting processes run smoothly.Your key responsibilities will include:Sales Ledger
Raising customer invoices, credit notes and proforma invoices.Processing customer payments and posting journals.Maintaining accurate customer account records.Managing account applications and approvals.
Purchase Ledger
Processing and reconciling supplier invoices.Preparing and recording supplier payments.Posting cashbook transactions and journals.Investigating and resolving supplier account queries.
Credit Control & Financial Administration
Managing credit control, including issuing statements and payment reminders.Contacting customers by telephone and email to follow up on overdue payments.Completing regular bank reconciliations.Producing monthly debtor reports and assisting with month-end procedures.Identifying and escalating financial discrepancies or queries where necessary.Working with our bespoke accounting system to maintain accurate financial records.
About YouWe're looking for someone who is confident in their accounting abilities, has excellent attention to detail and can manage their workload with minimal supervision.Ideally, you'll have:
A minimum of two years' experience in a similar accounts or bookkeeping role.Previous experience managing both sales and purchase ledgers.A good understanding of credit control and bank reconciliation.Strong IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel.Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise tasks.Confident communication skills, both over the telephone and via email.A proactive approach to problem-solving and a willingness to take ownership of your work.A friendly, positive attitude and the ability to work well as part of a small team.
Experience using accounting software is essential, although full training will be provided on our bespoke system.Working Hours & FlexibilityWe understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance, so we're happy to offer flexibility around your working hours and days.
A minimum of 20 hours per week.Working days and start/finish times can be agreed to suit both you and the business.Hours can be spread across three to five days, Monday to Friday.Potential for the role to develop into a full-time position as the business continues to grow.
Whether you're looking to fit work around family commitments or simply prefer a part-time working pattern, we're open to discussing an arrangement that works for everyone.What We Offer
Competitive pay of £14.00–£16.00 per hour, depending on experience.Flexible working hours and days.A friendly, relaxed and supportive working environment.The opportunity to take ownership of the accounts function.A stable, long-term role within an established and growing business.Potential progression into a full-time position.
Interested? We'd Love to Hear From You!If you're an experienced Accounts Clerk looking for a flexible role where your contribution will make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.Apply today by submitting your CV and a brief introduction about yourself. INDLSEquals One is an advertising and recruitment agency working on behalf of our client to promote this vacancy. You may be contacted directly by the employer should they wish to progress your application. Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide specific feedback if your application is unsuccessful.....Read more...
ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT (12 MONTH CONTRACT) MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE UP TO £26,500 + EXCELLENT BENEFITS POSSIBLE OPPORTUNITY TO GO PERMANENT
THE OPPORTUNITY: We're partnering with a well-established and growing business in Macclesfield that is looking to recruit an experienced Accounts Assistant to join its finance team on a 12-month fixed term contract. The successful Accounts Assistant will be responsible for processing customer invoices, managing financial information and resolving invoicing queries, whilst working closely with the Credit Control team to ensure accurate billing and maximise cash collection. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong administration, invoicing or finance experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment with a company that boasts and impressive portfolio of clients.
THE ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT ROLE:
Processing and uploading customer invoices on a daily basis, ensuring accuracy and timely completion
Preparing and maintaining financial information, invoice documentation and detailed cost breakdowns
Managing invoicing processes for a portfolio of national account customers, ensuring compliance with individual client requirements
Liaising with internal departments and external partners to investigate and resolve invoicing queries
Communicating with customers via telephone and email to resolve outstanding queries and ensure accurate billing
Working closely with the Credit Control team to ensure invoices are processed promptly and support effective cash collection
Investigating invoice discrepancies, identifying errors and ensuring appropriate corrections are completed
Maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring customer invoicing information is kept up to date
Supporting improvements to invoicing processes and attending internal and client meetings where required
Working towards departmental KPIs and ensuring invoicing deadlines and service standards are consistently achieved
Supporting the wider finance and administration teams with ad hoc duties as required
THE PERSON:
Experience within an Invoicing Assistant, Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Billing Administrator, Office Administrator or Finance Administrator role would be advantageous
Previous experience working within a fast-paced office environment is essential
Experience within a finance team or busy customer service/call centre environment would be beneficial
Strong Microsoft Excel and Word skills, with confidence working with financial information and data
Experience using computerised accounting software would be beneficial
Excellent attention to detail with strong numerical and analytical skills
Confident communicating with customers and internal departments via telephone and email
Excellent customer service skills and a proactive approach to resolving queries
Comfortable learning new systems and working with digital processes
Available to commit to a 12-month fixed term contract
TO APPLY: Please send your CV for the Accounts Assistant role via the advert for immediate consideration
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Product Manager, Home Lending
The Company
Our client is one of Australia’s fastest-growing non-bank lenders, with a long track record of helping Australians step into homeownership. Highly regarded by the broker community, they pride themselves on offering flexible, innovative lending solutions for borrowers whose circumstances don’t always suit the traditional banks.
The Opportunity
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Product Manager to play a central role in shaping the mortgage product and feature roadmap. This is a highly visible role with genuine influence, where you’ll take market insights, customer needs and business strategy and turn them into products that make life easier for brokers and borrowers. You’ll also help strengthen product governance and drive sustainable growth across the portfolio.
Key Accountabilities
Take ownership of mortgage product initiatives across the full lifecycle, from discovery and requirements gathering through to launch and post-implementation review
Convert strategy, market trends and regulatory or policy updates into well-defined product requirements covering features, eligibility, pricing, controls and customer communications
Work hand in hand with Operations, Technology, Credit Risk, Treasury, Sales, Marketing, Legal and Compliance to align priorities, manage dependencies and keep decisions moving
Shape pricing, segmentation and positioning through commercial analysis, competitor tracking and insights from brokers and borrowers
Streamline and enhance product structures to improve broker experience, customer outcomes and operational efficiency
Proactively identify and escalate product risks and control gaps, contributing to reviews, remediation and control improvements
Leverage data and stakeholder feedback to champion and deliver ongoing product improvements
Ideal Experience
Solid background in mortgages or a comparable secured lending product environment, with a strong understanding of home loan operations
A proven track record of leading end-to-end product and business change initiatives, including profitability and business case analysis
Strong commercial acumen and risk awareness, paired with a genuine customer-first mindset
Experience partnering with technology teams on core lending platforms and change delivery, with the confidence to influence diverse stakeholders and move comfortably between strategy and detail
Exposure to broker distribution strategy and credit policy across prime and non-conforming segments will be highly regarded
Why Apply
Join a fast-moving, supportive and inclusive environment where collaboration is encouraged and great ideas become real outcomes
Enjoy flexible working arrangements, generous leave entitlements, paid parental leave and volunteer leave
Make a meaningful impact by shaping products that help more Australians achieve their homeownership goals
To have a confidential chat, please contact Jarryd at jbarker@parityconsulting.com.au
Whether you are a sports fanatic, shark diver or part-time antique collector, we celebrate your uniqueness. Parity Consulting works with clients who embrace diverse and inclusive environments and empower their teams to bring their authentic whole self to work. We encourage people with different beliefs, abilities, backgrounds and life experiences to contact us. At Parity, we believe in people, not just data. Every application is reviewed by a real person, ensuring your experience and individuality are genuinely valued throughout the recruitment process. ....Read more...
Are you an experienced Bookkeeper looking for a varied role in a friendly and supportive environment?AMR Bookkeeping Solutions is a growing bookkeeping and payroll business based in Tonbridge, Kent. We provide professional bookkeeping, payroll and financial support to a wide range of businesses, including sole traders, contractors, freelancers, SMEs, limited companies and accountancy practices.We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Bookkeeper to join our team on a full time basis. This is a varied, client-facing role involving day-to-day bookkeeping, VAT and CIS returns, management accounts and credit control.Why Join AMR Bookkeeping Solutions?At AMR, we believe that our people are at the heart of the service we provide. We offer a professional yet relaxed working environment where your skills and experience are valued.We offer:- Hybrid working (after probation)- Flexible working hours- BUPA Cashplan benefit- Pension- Staff incentives- Death in service benefit- Free onsite parking- Casual dress- Staff parties/socials- Modern open plan office- Break areaOur team works with a wide range of clients and uses leading accounting software including Xero, Sage, QuickBooks and FreeAgent. We pride ourselves on providing a professional, approachable and personal service to our clients.About The RoleAs a Bookkeeper at AMR Bookkeeping Solutions, your responsibilities will include:- Completing day-to-day bookkeeping for a portfolio of clients.- Processing and reconciling financial transactions and maintaining accurate accounting records.- Preparing and submitting VAT returns.- Preparing and submitting CIS returns.- Preparing management accounts and financial reports for clients.- Providing credit control services and helping clients manage outstanding payments.- Supporting clients with their accounting and bookkeeping requirements using Xero and other accounting software.- Liaising directly with clients to resolve queries relating to bookkeeping, VAT, CIS and financial records.- Visiting client premises, where required, and providing a professional, friendly and knowledgeable service.- Working closely with colleagues to ensure client work is completed accurately and within agreed deadlines.- Keeping up to date with relevant HMRC requirements, VAT rules, CIS requirements and accounting legislation.About YouWe are looking for someone who is organised, accurate, reliable and client-focused, with a genuine interest in bookkeeping and helping businesses maintain accurate and useful financial information.You should be comfortable working independently but also enjoy being part of a supportive team. You will need to be able to communicate confidently with clients and manage a varied workload across multiple businesses.Ideally, you will have:- Previous experience working as a Bookkeeper or in a similar accounts role.- Strong practical experience using Xero is essential.- Experience with Sage, QuickBooks and FreeAgent would be advantageous, although training can be provided where required.- Good understanding of double-entry bookkeeping, VAT and financial record keeping.- Experience preparing VAT returns and CIS returns is highly desirable.- Experience of payroll processing would be advantageous.- Ideally, experience working within an accountancy or bookkeeping practice, or in a role managing the accounts of multiple clients.- Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.- Able to manage your own workload, work independently and use your own initiative, while knowing when to ask for support.- Comfortable working to deadlines and managing competing priorities.- Good organisational and time-management skills.- Confident communicating with clients and able to explain bookkeeping, VAT and accounting matters clearly.- Willingness to learn, develop your skills and keep up to date with changes in accounting and tax legislation.- Full driving licence, as the role may involve visiting clients at their premises.This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Bookkeeper, Client Bookkeeper, Practice Bookkeeper or Accounts Assistant looking to develop their career within an established bookkeeping practice.Our Recruitment ProcessWe want to make sure that the role is right for both you and AMR Bookkeeping Solutions.The first stage of our interview process, shortlisted applicants will be invited to complete a practical, journal-based bookkeeping assessment. This is designed to assess your practical bookkeeping knowledge and understanding.Depending on the outcome of the bookkeeping assessment, successful candidates will then be invited to a face-to-face interview at our Tonbridge office. This will give us an opportunity to get to know you better, discuss your experience and answer any questions you may have about the role and working with AMR Bookkeeping Solutions.How to ApplyIf you are an experienced Bookkeeper looking for a varied, client-facing role in a supportive and professional environment, we would love to hear from you.Please email your CV to Caroline Goodsell at cgoodsell@amrbs.co.uk to apply for the position.Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted regarding the next stage of the recruitment process. ....Read more...
Payroll Administrator | Milton Keynes (Hybrid) | £32,000 – £38,000 | Permanent, Full-timeAn established, fast-growing accountancy and advisory practice in the Milton Keynes area is expanding its payroll function and is looking for an experienced Payroll Administrator to join the team.The practice is growing quickly, and the payroll team is growing with it. That means a real chance to take on your own portfolio of clients, shape how you work, and build a long-term career with a firm that backs its people. You'll be trusted to run your own payrolls end to end, and you'll be the familiar, reliable voice clients turn to when they need an answer.If you've got solid payroll experience from a practice environment and you take pride in getting it right, on time, every time, this is a role with genuine room to progress.What you'll be doingOwning a varied portfolio of clients and running their weekly, fortnightly and monthly payrolls accurately and on deadlineWorking out pay, overtime, bonuses, deductions and statutory payments (SSP, SMP, SPP and other entitlements)Handling CIS returns, including CIS sufferedRunning workplace pension processes: auto-enrolment, submissions and re-declarationsPreparing Benefits in Kind and the related payroll reportingDealing directly with HMRC to resolve payroll queriesBeing the day-to-day contact for clients and colleagues, answering queries promptly and professionallyRaising payroll invoices and helping with credit control where neededStaying on top of payroll legislation so every client remains compliantWhat you'll bringAround 4 years' payroll experience within an accountancy practiceA confident grasp of PAYE, National Insurance, pensions and statutory payments, plus working knowledge of CISExperience juggling multiple payrolls and looking after client relationshipsMeticulous attention to detail and strong organisation and time managementClear, professional written and verbal communicationA positive, proactive, client-first approachA good understanding of GDPR and confidentialityBrightPay experience is preferableWhat's on offerSalary of £32,000 – £38,000 depending on experienceAnnual bonusHybrid working and flexitimeGenerous annual leave plus bank holidaysEnhanced employer pension contributionPrivate healthcare and death in service coverEmployee assistance programmeSupport with professional subscriptionsClear progression within a rapidly growing firmTo find out more, apply now or get in touch with David at EPS Recruitment for a confidential conversation.....Read more...
Finance Manager
Location: Windham, Maine, USA – On-Site
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Finance Manager to join a specialist engineering business serving international markets through advanced technology and engineered products.
The organisation operates within a technically complex, manufacturing-focused environment, supplying products for commercial, communications, industrial and defence-related applications. With a small local team and an international group structure, the business combines the agility of a smaller operation with the financial reporting standards and governance expected of a larger organisation.
This is a senior, hands-on finance position with responsibility for the full finance function, including financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, commercial analysis and financial controls. Working closely with the Managing Director and the wider group finance team, the successful candidate will help maintain robust financial processes while providing meaningful insight to support business performance and decision-making.
The role would suit an experienced finance professional who enjoys working independently, improving processes and balancing detailed financial control with commercial priorities. Experience in manufacturing or engineered products, alongside group reporting and month-end ownership, would be particularly beneficial.
Main Responsibilities of the Finance Manager (Windham, Maine, USA):
Take ownership of the full month-end close and deliver accurate, timely financial reporting to senior management and the wider group
Prepare monthly management accounts, balance sheet reporting, cash flow information and financial forecasts
Coordinate group reporting submissions in line with established deadlines and reporting requirements
Lead annual budgeting and reforecasting, covering revenue, costs, overheads, headcount and capital expenditure
Maintain rolling cash flow forecasts and monitor liquidity, working capital and business performance
Analyse costs, margins and commercial results to identify opportunities to improve profitability and operational efficiency
Work with Sales and Operations to assess performance against targets and support pricing, product mix, quoting and make-or-buy decisions
Provide financial analysis to support investment and capital expenditure proposals
Establish, document and maintain effective financial controls, policies and procedures across the business
Manage the annual external audit and coordinate statutory, regulatory and tax reporting with external advisers
Monitor financial risks and ensure compliance with applicable US requirements, group policies and relevant quality and export-control obligations
Manage day-to-day banking relationships, cash and liquidity, payment runs and treasury administration
Oversee accounts receivable and credit control in collaboration with the Sales team
Maintain oversight of property leases, occupancy costs, property tax obligations and renewal deadlines
Coordinate business insurance arrangements and renewals with senior management and external providers
Oversee outsourced HR, payroll and insurance partners, monitoring service standards and resolving or escalating issues
Review and approve bi-weekly payroll and ensure employee onboarding, offboarding and benefits processes are completed on time
Develop and maintain practical checklists and procedures for month-end close, group reporting, compliance deadlines, audit preparation and payment approvals
Work collaboratively with international colleagues across time zones and contribute to continuous improvement of financial processes
Requirements of the Finance Manager (Windham, Maine, USA):
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or a related discipline
Extensive accounting and finance experience
Proven experience owning a complete month-end close and delivering financial reports to fixed deadlines
Experience reporting to a group, parent company or wider corporate finance function
Strong knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management and financial controls
Experience managing external audits and coordinating statutory, regulatory and tax reporting
Ability to operate independently as a senior finance professional without a supporting finance team
Commercially minded, with the ability to turn financial data into clear recommendations for business improvement
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and strong practical experience using ERP systems and financial reporting tools
Excellent analytical, organisational and communication skills, with a high level of attention to detail
Strong integrity and discretion when handling confidential financial, personnel and commercially sensitive information
Ability to manage competing priorities and collaborate effectively with colleagues across different functions and time zones
Desirable:
CPA, CMA or equivalent professional accounting qualification; an MBA would also be advantageous
Experience in manufacturing, engineered-to-order products or a technically focused business
Background in cost accounting, product costing and gross margin improvement
Exposure to electronics, aerospace, defence or communications supply chains
Experience with multi-entity or multi-currency reporting
Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, Dynamics NAV or similar ERP systems
Experience managing outsourced payroll, HR and insurance providers
Knowledge of quality management systems, US export-control requirements or defence-contracting compliance
Experience developing financial procedures, operational checklists and deadline-tracking systems
To apply for this Finance Manager opportunity, please send your CV to Kishan Chandarana at Redline Group:
Kchandarana@redlinegroup.Com
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FINANCE ASSISTANT MACCLESFIELD, CHESHIRE UP TO £29,000 + EXCELLENT BENEFITS
THE OPPORTUNITY: We're partnering with a well-established and growing business in Macclesfield that is looking to recruit an experienced Finance Assistant to join its busy finance team. The successful Finance Assistant will support the day-to-day running of the finance function, taking responsibility for purchase ledger and sales ledger transactions, processing invoices, reconciling accounts and assisting with month-end finance activities. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous accounts or finance or a recent graduate in Accounting and Finance experience who enjoys working in a supportive finance team in a business that boasts an impressive portfolio of clients.
THE FINANCE ASSISTANT ROLE:
Processing purchase invoices, ensuring accurate coding, matching and authorisation
Managing purchase ledger transactions, maintaining supplier accounts and resolving outstanding queries
Raising and processing sales invoices, ensuring accurate billing and timely completion
Maintaining the sales ledger, allocating customer payments and investigating outstanding balances
Reconciling supplier statements, identifying discrepancies and resolving invoice queries
Assisting with bank reconciliations and ensuring financial transactions are accurately recorded
Supporting the Credit Control team with customer account queries and outstanding payment investigations
Preparing and maintaining accurate financial records, spreadsheets and supporting documentation
Assisting with supplier payment runs and ensuring invoices are processed within agreed payment terms
Supporting month-end procedures, including ledger reconciliations, journals and financial reporting
Liaising with suppliers, customers and internal departments to resolve finance-related queries
Assisting with the preparation of financial reports and providing administrative support to the wider finance team
Supporting improvements to existing finance processes and ensuring accurate record keeping
THE PERSON:
Previous experience within a Finance Assistant, Accounts Assistant, Finance Administrator, Purchase Ledger Clerk or Sales Ledger Clerk role or an undergraduate degree in Accounting and Finance
Experience processing purchase invoices and maintaining purchase ledger records
Good understanding of sales ledger processes, including raising invoices and allocating customer payments
Experience completing bank reconciliations and supplier statement reconciliations would be advantageous
Previous exposure to month-end processes, journals or management accounts support would be beneficial
Exposure to computerised accounting software would be advantageous
Good Microsoft Excel skills, including working with spreadsheets, formulas and financial data. Must be able to use Pivot Tables and SUMIFS
Strong numerical skills with excellent attention to detail and accuracy
Good understanding of accounting principles and day-to-day finance procedures
Confident communicating with suppliers, customers and internal stakeholders to resolve queries
TO APPLY: Please send your CV for the Finance Assistant role via the advert for immediate consideration.
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An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious emerging legal professional to develop specialist expertise at the intersection of capital markets, legal analysis and technology-driven contract management. Company overview This organisation is a highly regarded global legal-data and consulting firm specialising in the delivery of legal-documentation infrastructure for financial institutions. Established to address a critical industry skills gap, the firm combines legal insight with reference-data and technology expertise to support investment banks in meeting the expectations of regulators and internal control functions. The business has expanded significantly, now operating across Europe, the United States and Asia, driven by its strong reputation in transforming how legal data is structured, managed and applied in financial-market operations. Job overview As an Associate Consultant, you will contribute to a range of consulting assignments within leading investment-bank environments. This role is ideal for new or recent law graduates seeking exposure to capital markets, legal contract analysis, contract data, operational processes and the application of technology within financial services. You will work closely with stakeholders across Legal, Compliance, Credit, Collateral Management, Quantitative Strategy teams and Technology, helping to enhance the quality of legal-data management and improve operational efficiencies. You will also support business-development and marketing activity as the firm continues to grow within the US market. Here’s what you’ll be doing:Supporting the processing and negotiation of standard trading documentation, including agreements such as ISDA and related amendments.Assisting in structuring and analysing contract data to improve the accuracy and efficiency of legal-data systems.Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders across multiple departments to enhance contract-related processes and ensure regulatory alignment.Conducting reviews of legal agreements and assessing language against regulatory requirements, including monitoring ongoing changes such as the global transition from LIBOR.Contributing to business-development and marketing initiatives supporting the firm’s services in the US market.Engaging in project-based work requiring communication with technology teams, data specialists and legal stakeholders.Here are the skills you’ll need:JD or equivalent legal qualification.Interest in law across jurisdictions, technology applications, AI, machine learning and the use of data to streamline business processes.Some exposure to capital markets is desirable.Strong analytical mindset with excellent attention to detail.Ability to follow complex instructions with precision.Strong work ethic with a proactive attitude towards learning.Competent use of Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.Work permissions: You must have the right to work in the United Kingdom. Visa sponsorship is not available at this time. Here are the benefits of this job:Salary between £25,000–£33,000 depending on experience.Early exposure to high-value legal and operational work within investment-bank environments. Opportunities to develop skills in legal-data structuring, documentation processes and technology-driven business transformation.Involvement in regulatory-driven change projects affecting global financial contracts.Potential opportunities to work with clients in international locations, including New York.Strong learning environment with access to cross-functional teams and wide-ranging developmental pathways.Pursuing a career as an Associate Consultant offers a unique platform to grow within an evolving space where legal expertise, data and technology converge. This role provides rare insight into the mechanics of financial-market documentation while equipping you with future-focused skills that are increasingly sought after across the financial-services sector.....Read more...
Leading European fruit transformation and chilled dairy producer manufacturing an internationally famous brand, as well as many private label products; with an ambitious investment plan for the coming years, require a Brand Manager.
This is an excellent opportunity to join at a pivital point, and be involved in the full marketing mix.
The portfolios have grown strongly in the past 2 years and they are now looking for a candidate to grow rapidly in a £1.2B pounds market behind current offerings, and development of an exciting innovation pipeline.
You will join a close-knit and supportive team with an autonomous working environment to create and implement the marketing strategy and deliver against ambitious growth opportunities.
The successful candidate will support the Marketing Director in the planning and delivery of the annual Marketing and Brand strategies for the brand. You will have the chance to support across a wide range of activities, including full mix communications, as well as NPD. You will be a highly self-aware, professionally mature person with strong influencing skills to direct and motivate people at all levels, both in and outside of your immediate team so to deliver positive solutions.
This role will suit someone who enjoys taking responsibility and ownership and is looking for an opportunity to work in an entrepreneurial environment where they can really make a difference. Reporting to the Marketing Director, the successful candidate will be part of a progressive marketing team and collaborate enthusiastically with multi-functional stakeholders.
Main tasks and responsibilities: • Contribute to the delivery of the company’s vision and business plan and input into the development and execution of the annual marketing plans • Establish consumer & customer insights and make sound strategic recommendations • Develop compelling stories for growing the brand in existing categories • Own key innovation projects, working with NPD team to manage process from concept to launch • Accompany and support the Commercial Manager at customer meetings, bringing to life the world of the producr for the trade • Develop optimum consumer communication plans to deliver both marketing and business objectives, exploring new and different ways to connect with their target consumer • Support Marketing Director in development of a future vision for the brand in the UK • Management of the external Marketing Agencies. • Monitor and control the marketing budget for consumer spend Candidate Profile • A passionate brand advocate with a natural affinity for brands and how they connect with consumers • Proven success in brand management in a branded FMCG company particluarly in the area of communications and innovation. • A passion for food combined with a natural curiosity for consumers & new products • Able to work with ambiguity and be flexibly minded and offer innovative solutions • A self starter, able to work alone and in a team • Dynamic with ability to inspire others • Excellent communication and influencing skills • Analytical, inquisitive and innovative • Persuasive, determined & makes things happen • Understanding of the UK multiple grocery channels and their associated trading issues • Knowledge of panel/continuous data and exposure to a wide range of market research techniques used in building brands & innovation
Location – Head Office, Hammersmith, London
Company Package • Market Leader in their products and sector • Salary DoE • Health care single cover • Private Health Insurance 70% of Contractual pay • Company pension 6% employer contribution (Salary exchange) • Childcare vouchers (Salary exchange) • 25 days holiday + 8 Bank holidays • Company sick pay – 3 months full contractual pay • 4 x Death in Service • Company Credit card for expenses • Wellbeing – Free eye tests and £90 towards glasses, Flu Jabs, Wellbeing tests • Long service recognition and rewards....Read more...
