Financial Controller – Luxury Hotel (St. Tropez)Salary: €57,000 – €59,000 gross per year.Location: Ability to work on-site in St. Tropez (not a remote position).Languages: French and English (must be able to communicate easily in both languages). Are you a finance professional with a passion for high-end hospitality? A stunning Luxury Hotel in St. Tropez is seeking a meticulous and proactive Financial Controller to join their leadership team on-site.Reporting directly to the Director of Finance, you will play a pivotal role in bridging operational performance with financial excellence for both operating and development entities. The Role
Reporting: Lead the monthly close process, ensuring accuracy in USALI management reporting and statutory statements.Analysis: Prepare budget vs. actual variance analysis and monitor KPIs to support strategic decision-making.Operations: Maintain the general ledger, oversee cash management, and manage intercompany transactions.Compliance: Coordinate with external advisors for tax filings (VAT), statutory accounts, and regulatory compliance.Project Support: Manage development project accounting, including cost tracking and fixed asset management.Leadership: Supervise and mentor a small accounting team (Accountant & Intern).Systems: Ensure the integrity of NetSuite (ERP) and internal financial controls.
Ideal Profile
Experience: 6+ years in accounting/finance, ideally within Hospitality or Real Estate.Technical Skills: Strong hands-on experience with the month-end close process and USALI standards.Systems: Proficiency in NetSuite (or similar ERP) and advanced Excel.Attributes: Autonomous, proactive, and a strong communicator capable of collaborating with Heads of Departments.Location: Ability to work on-site in St. Tropez (not a remote position).
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Preparing, checking and processing bank payments
Checking and posting accounts payable invoices
Checking and posting accounts receivable invoices
Processing expenses, credit card statements and petty cash
Completing bank reconciliations
Ledger reconciliations
Running financial reports
Filing to support department
Assisting with onboarding new clients
Assisting with file reviews and compliance
Ordering stationary & supplies
Assistance with marketing admin
Training:The Level 3 Assistant Accountant apprenticeship standard includes 6 AAT exams, in addition to the Synoptic Assessment as part of the End-Point Assessment (EPA) process.
The knowledge units will be delivered at the EMA training hub in Derby, or online (depending on apprentices’ location) through day release.
AAT Modules are as follows:
Introduction to Bookkeeping (Level 2 Unit)
Principles of Bookkeeping (Level 2 Unit)
Management Accounting Techniques
Financial Accounting: Preparing Financial Statements
Business Awareness
Tax Processes for Business
Training Outcome:
Progression within role and additional training and support
Employer Description:Established in 2016, our Derby office supports the needs of Law Firms across the Country by providing Outsourced Legal Cashiering services and has recently started to grow its Accountancy client base in the City through its Startup Support programme, networking events and working with the University of Derby.
Established in 2023, our Ripley office is growing quickly due to Community Engagement and working closely with the Town and Borough Council. We have plans to open hub offices such as in Belper and Alfreton in the near future.
Our Ripley office has quickly grown due to our Community Engagement programme, providing Workshops, Networking events, Training and more. We provide mentoring to Clients with a blended Compliance and Advisory offering. We have been finalists for Community Impact over the last few years in the Xero and East Midlands Chamber Awards.
We also provide specialist support to Law Firms migrating Software integrating with Xero and provide specialist Consultancy and training.Working Hours :Monday to Friday 9am to 5pmSkills: Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Initiative,Non judgemental,Confident Microsoft User,Customer service skills,Aware of confidentiality,Written & verbal communication,Self motivated & enthusiastic....Read more...
This is a great opportunity to work, learn and grow in a small and friendly accounts company. You will learn and understand the whole process of bookkeeping and accounts processing for different size companies. Word, Excel and Outlook are used extensively too.
As you gain more knowledge and experience, you will gain more responsibility. Duties of the role after training will include:
Working in different software programmes, including Xero and QuickBooks
Administration of client records
Administration of sales ledger
Analysing bank statements
Liaising with clients by email
Telephone - dealing with general enquiries
Organising accounts paperwork into order
Completing Excel spreadsheets and inputting data
Getting accounts ready up to Trial Balance
General office duties - filing, photocopying, shredding
This list is not exhaustive, and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by the business which are relevant to your role within the company to meet the overall business needs.Training:Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship Level 3 - AAT.Employees on this apprenticeship will ensure an Accountancy and Finance practice performs in the most effective way.
The course is delivered on-line via a live classroom 1-day per week.
You will learn how to prepare financial statements for Sole Traders and Partnerships, the importance of management accounting information, and how to prepare VAT returns.
You’ll develop the technical skills to progress your career in accountancy, and this will allow you to continue with your studies onto Level 4.
To pass this level you will need to study the following four units:
Financial Accounting
Preparing Financial Statements (FAPS)
Management Accounting Techniques (MATS)
Tax Processes for Business
Training Outcome:Great prospects for progression to a full-time position for the right candidate and further AAT qualifications.Employer Description:Greenlight Accountancy is a forward-thinking accountancy practice providing bookkeeping, payroll, VAT and advisory services to small and medium-sized businesses. We combine technical expertise with a personal, approachable style and a strong focus on quality and accuracy. We offer a friendly, professional environment where an apprentice can gain hands-on experience and develop strong accounting skills by being supported by well-organised team. This is an excellent opportunity for an apprentice looking to gain practical experience and progress within a modern accountancy firm.Working Hours :Monday to Thursday - hours to be discussed at interview - Office hours, 30 in total.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
Job Description:
Our client, a well-established and growing accountancy and business advisory firm, is seeking a newly qualified accountant to join their team. This role offers the opportunity to manage a varied SME client portfolio while supervising and developing junior team members.
Essential Skills/Experience:
1–2 years post-qualification experience (ACCA, ICAS or ICAEW) within professional practice.
Strong experience preparing sole trader and Limited Company accounts under FRS102 and FRS102 1A.
Proven ability to manage multiple deadlines and work within budget.
High attention to detail and accuracy.
Strong client-facing skills with a commitment to delivering high-quality service.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Core Responsibilities:
Managing a small portfolio of SME clients and maintaining regular, proactive client contact.
Preparing statutory accounts for Limited Companies, LLPs, partnerships and sole traders.
Producing management accounts and drafting personal and corporation tax computations.
Reviewing work prepared by students and colleagues, providing constructive feedback and guidance.
Supporting the training and development of junior team members.
Benefits:
A highly competitive salary
Wider Benefits package
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: (16362)
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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JOB ROLE:
Process all bank transactions and support the finance transaction team KEY.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Accessing bank statements and allocating all receipts to invoices.
Database searching to find relevant details to allow allocation of receipts.
Provide cover and support for expense processes, including review of VAT receipts, nominal coding and approval.
Provide cover and support for the purchase ledger, including processing supplier invoices, coding, claiming VAT, ensuring correct entity.
Processing automatic bank payments such as bank charges to ensure swift bank reconciliation is possible.
Other general administrative duties.
NOTE: The Company reserves the right to vary or amend the duties and responsibilities of the post holder at any time according to the needs of the Company’s business.Training:Assistant Accountant Apprenticeship Level 3 – AAT.
This Level 3 programme builds on the foundations for entry level talent to support growth within an Accountancy and Finance function.
Employees on this apprenticeship will ensure an Accountancy and Finance practice performs in the most effective way. It includes the AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting and provides the opportunity for them to support the business with essential skills and behaviours to drive results.
You will learn how to prepare financial statements for Sole Traders and Partnerships, the importance of management accounting information, and how to prepare VAT returns. You’ll develop the technical skills to start, or progress, your career in accountancy and this will allow you to continue with your studies onto Level 4.
To pass this level you will need to study the following four units:
Financial Accounting; Preparing Financial Statements (FAPS).
Management Accounting Techniques (MATS).
Tax Processes for Business (TPFB).
Business Awareness (BUAW).
You will also be required to complete an End Point Assessment (EPA), which will include a synoptic assessment and discussion with a supporting portfolio.
Training will be provided by attending either face-to-face classroom-based lessons or Live Online. An apprenticeship has to be relevant to the job you are undertaking, and you must dedicate time to off-the-job training, as well as completing knowledge, skills and behaviours associated with your apprenticeship. Training Outcome:Hawkins is a fast-growing company, both in the UK and internationally. Whilst there are not guaranteed roles available, our departments are expanding as the company grows, and we would like to see these roles as developmental ones which could grow with the business, if suitable roles were to arise.Employer Description:At Hawkins we build careers: We set ourselves apart from the competition and are proud to say that when people join us, they tend to stay.We achieve this by investing in our people, helping them to become experts in their chosen field by providing a secure and nurturing environment in which to develop their skills. This means that as every employee has a stake in the future of the business, growth benefits all, rather than a just few individuals or external investors.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, between 9:00am - 5:30pm.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
As an Audit Associate, you will have the operational responsibility of providing clients with high quality audit services throughout the fieldwork stage of the audit in compliance with firm procedures and assisting in the evaluation of client internal controls.
Key responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
Assisting the Audit team with the planning and administration of auditassignments
Performing audit tests in line with the firm's methodology to ensure client financial information is accurate
Accurately documenting the required information for sales and purchase invoices, bank statements, payroll records and other sources of data to conclude that transactions have been processed accurately
Drafting key client documents including engagement letters for manager review
Communicating progress to management, detailing when tasks fall behind planned budgets, and seeking additional tasks if budgets have been outperformed
Communicating, with assistance, with clients across a range of mediums, including email and in-person, to conclude on transactions which do not immediately meet expectations
Referencing client financial statements to ensure that sufficient and appropriate audit work has been performed in each audit section
Identifying areas for improvement in client systems and communicating these to management
Completion of the required level of study, including passing all exams, regularly updating apprenticeship learning journals, training files, etc.
Understanding the principles of cybersecurity and how to work safely online
Understanding the key role that the finance function plays for our clients and the principles of professional ethics and codes of conduct in a finance environment
Applying professional judgement, maintaining and applying a critical eye to transactions and trends within groups of transactions, for reasonableness
Completion of all necessary training outlined in the firmwide training plan
Training:
The successful applicant will train with First Intuition. Undergoing a level 7 ICAEW Professional Apprenticeship
Depending on the successful applicant, the role can either begin in June or September
You will participate in a structured ICAEW apprenticeship in pursuit of the ACA qualification at level 7. The qualification blends classroom and online learning with on-the-job practical work experience and is a highly respected, globally recognised professional qualification leading to Chartered Accountant status
Training Outcome:Parsons offers a clear career pathway for apprentices with a role map and competency frameworks outlining the required skills, behaviours and capabilities expected at each stage of your career. Those joining at Level 7 will begin their career as an Audit Associate, with the opportunity to progress to Audit Semi-Senior as you progress through your qualification and performance criteria are met.
As you become more experienced and autonomous in your work, you will assist in supporting and developing less experienced colleagues through their studies and day-to-day responsibilities. Promotion to Audit Senior is achievable around the point of ACA qualification.
Qualified colleagues in due course may be promoted to a managerial position, such as an Audit Assistant Manager, and beyond this, further progression is available into team management and leadership roles where appropriate.Employer Description:Parsons provides an array of accountancy services to local and international clients. We serve clients ranging from small owner-managed businesses to large corporations across multiple service lines including audit, statutory accounts preparation, tax compliance and advisory, and corporate finance. Our priorities are to provide business owners peace of mind that their finances are legally compliant, and to provide additional value to help our clients achieve both business and individual financial objectives. The firm is built upon our four corporate values – ambition, clarity, positivity and trust.
Team overview
Audit comprises a growing team of 13 relationship-driven professionals who solve problems on a daily basis to add value to our clients. In recent years the Audit team has rapidly expanded to support over 40 clients and over £600,000 of annualised fees. The team provides assurance services which are vital to our client base – ensuring their business controls are operating appropriately and other providers of finance with confidence as to the accuracy of the financial statements. The Audit team services clients that turnover between £10m and £130m across a variety of sectors. The vast majority of our clients are statutory audits in the private sector with a small number of pension scheme, charity and academic audits, providing a full array of services clients.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm, with a 1-hour unpaid lunch break.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Patience,Enthusiasm,Strong interpersonal skills,Positive,Honesty,Commitment to Self - Improving....Read more...
