Morgan McKinley (Milton Keynes)

Morgan McKinley Northern Home Counties are partnered with a well established manufacturing business in Northamptonshire, seeking a proactive Assistant Accountant to join its finance team. This is a hands on role offering broad exposure across payroll, financial reporting, compliance, and month-end processes. Key Responsibilities: End-to-end monthly payroll, including statutory submissions Balance sheet reconciliations and supporting schedules Support management accounts (P&L analysis and variance reporting) VAT returns, HMRC submissions (P11Ds, PSA) Month-end, audit support, and financial controls Assist with budgeting and forecasting About You: 1-3 years' experience in a finance role Strong double-entry and reconciliation knowledge Payroll experience essential Studying towards AAT, ACCA, or CIMA (or willing to) Strong Excel and ERP system experience - SAP preferable Benefits: Competitive pension, 25 days holiday, health & life assurance, EAP, Cycle to Work, and employee discounts.

Accounts Assistant - Purchase Ledger & Cash Handling Location: Wellingborough, Northamptonshire Contract: 6-month fixed term, office-based, 5 days per week Start: Immediate The Role: Our client, a well-established organisation in Wellingborough, is looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join their finance team on a 6-month fixed-term basis. This is an office-based role and offers immediate start. The successful candidate will support day-to-day finance operations, focusing on purchase ledger, cash handling, and general accounts tasks. Key Responsibilities: Process purchase ledger transactions, including invoice verification, coding, and payments Perform cash handling and cashier duties, including receiving payments, issuing receipts, and daily reconciliation Manage and reconcile petty cash and support banking activities Assist with Accounts Receivable and allocation of payments where required Support month-end processes and produce accurate financial records Handle supplier and internal queries related to invoices or payments Ensure compliance with internal controls and company procedures Candidate Requirements: Previous experience in an accounts assistant, purchase ledger, or cashier role Strong numerical skills and Excel proficiency Organised, detail-focused, and able to work independently Positive attitude with willingness to support a busy finance team What's on Offer: Full-time, office-based role (Monday-Friday) 6-month fixed-term contract with immediate start Opportunity to gain hands-on experience across purchase ledger, cash handling, and general accounts Ready to Apply? If you're an organised and detail-oriented finance professional looking for your next challenge, apply today to secure this immediate start role and join a supportive finance team in Wellingborough!

Customer Service Specialist - Hybrid - Bicester - Up to 28,500 per annum Expansive, innovative and stable organisation in Bicester are looking to hire a Customer Service Specialist to join their team on a permanent basis. The salary on offer is up to 28,500 per annum plus benefits which include healthcare, dental, generous holiday and pension match scheme. The role will be offered on a hybrid basis with 3-4 days onsite. So what is the business like? The organisation are an owner managed set up based in Bicester but operate nationally. They boast an incredible working environment which is all open plan which drives their collaborative culture. The ownership are described as being hands on across the business, very supportive and people conscious. What are the duties of the role? The key purpose of the Customer Service Specialist position is to deliver the greatest experience to all customers through verbal and written communication methods. The position will also oversee account management and administrative tasks. What experience is required to be successful in the position? Before applying, applicants must have: Ensuring a high level of customer service within an office based environment. Office experience is an essential requirement. Demonstrable experience of administrative duties Strong communication skills through verbal and written methods The ability to spin multiple customer queries at any one time The capability to manage their own workload and deadlines whilst also being able to prioritise I have the experience and I am keen to progress, so what now? If you have all of the required experience and would like to apply to the position, simply continue this process. The organisation are looking for someone to start asap with February/March commencement date possible if needed.