Farrer Barnes Limited

Farrer Barnes are delighted to be supporting a well-established leisure and sporting business with the recruitment of an experienced Payroll Clerk for a short to medium-term temporary assignment. Competitive hourly rate Temporary assignment Potential for extension The successful candidate will be responsible for processing payroll for up to 500 employees, making previous experience of managing a sizeable payroll essential. Key experience required: Detailed experience using Sage Payroll Experience processing payroll for up to 500 employees Strong knowledge of manual payroll calculations Experience managing RTI submissions Good understanding of auto-enrolment pensions Ability to work accurately and confidently to tight payroll deadlines Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Payroll Clerk to join a successful and well-established organisation. There is every opportunity for the assignment to be extended beyond the initial term for the right candidate. If you are an experienced payroll professional with strong Sage knowledge and are immediately available, we would be keen to hear from you. Please do contact Robin in the 1st instance. Farrer Barnes Ltd does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. Farrer Barnes Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.

A prominent and highly regarded firm of accountants based in the Dartford area is looking to recruit an experienced Practice Bookkeeper to join their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys a varied role and wants to work with a broad range of clients, from smaller owner-managed businesses through to companies with turnover of up to £10 million. The Role The position offers an excellent balance of hands-on bookkeeping and review work, giving you the opportunity to use your existing practice experience while developing your technical and review skills. Responsibilities will include: Preparing and reviewing bookkeeping records for a varied portfolio of clients. Carrying out bookkeeping and associated accounting tasks across a range of businesses. Reviewing work prepared by an overseas outsourced function and ensuring it meets the firm's required standards. Working with clients with turnovers ranging from smaller businesses through to approximately £10 million. Identifying issues and ensuring bookkeeping records are accurate, complete and properly maintained. Liaising with clients and colleagues to resolve queries and ensure work is completed efficiently. About You You will ideally have: At least 3 years' experience working as a Bookkeeper within an accountancy practice. Strong practical bookkeeping experience and a good understanding of accounting principles. Experience working with a varied portfolio of clients. The ability to review work critically and identify errors or areas requiring further investigation. Good communication and organisational skills. A professional, client-focused approach and the ability to work independently. The Opportunity This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established and prominent accountancy firm, offering genuine variety in the role and exposure to an interesting and diverse client base. The combination of doing and reviewing, together with exposure to an overseas outsourced function and larger businesses, makes this an excellent role for an experienced practice bookkeeper looking to broaden their responsibilities and progress their career. If you have solid practice bookkeeping experience and are looking for your next challenge, we would be very keen to hear from you. Farrer Barnes Ltd does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. Farrer Barnes Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.

Farrer Barnes is recruiting for an Audit Manager to join a growing firm of Chartered Accountants based in Sittingbourne. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced audit professional to manage a varied portfolio, develop a team and play an active role in the continued growth of the practice, with a clear pathway towards Responsible Individual (RI) status. The firm takes a pragmatic approach to work-life balance, with effective resource planning and realistic deadlines. While additional hours may occasionally be required during busy periods, regular late working is not expected. The Role As Audit Manager, you will: Manage a diverse portfolio of audit clients from planning through to completion. Ensure assignments meet professional standards, budgets and deadlines. Lead audit planning and completion meetings and act as a key client contact. Review audit files, working papers and statutory accounts ahead of RI review. Provide practical advice on technical and commercial matters. Identify significant audit issues and discuss recommendations with the RI. Manage workloads, allocate resources and support staffing requirements. Coach and develop team members, providing technical guidance and supporting career progression. Work closely with senior leadership on technical matters and the development of the audit function. About You You will be ACA or ACCA qualified, or equivalent, with current Audit Manager experience within a UK accountancy practice. You'll have strong knowledge of UK auditing and accounting standards, excellent organisational and communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple assignments and competing deadlines. A commercially minded, client-focused approach and a genuine interest in developing others are essential. This role will suit an ambitious Audit Manager looking for greater involvement in the development of an audit team, alongside a defined route towards RI status. Benefits Competitive salary, dependent on experience. Flexible and hybrid working following probation. Clear progression towards RI status. Ongoing technical training and professional development. 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays and additional Christmas/New Year leave. Increasing holiday entitlement with service. Pension and life assurance. For further details on this or indeed any other Practice opportunity then please do not hesitate to contact Robin at Farrer Barnes. Farrer Barnes Ltd does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. Farrer Barnes Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.

About The Company: Our client is a well-established, operationally focused business with a strong commitment to commercial performance, sustainability and continuous improvement. They are seeking an analytical and commercially minded finance professional to partner with key operational teams across their fleet and facilities functions. The Role: We are looking for a Finance Business Partner to provide insightful financial analysis and support decision-making across the various business units. Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will work closely with operational leaders and commercial stakeholders, helping to improve profitability, enhance reporting and drive performance across both day-to-day operations and strategic projects. Key Responsibilities: • Taking ownership of P&Ls, including budgeting, forecasting, target setting and post-management-account review. • Producing timely, commercially focused analysis on operational performance, cost-effectiveness, capital expenditure and project viability. • Supporting the monthly management accounts process and contributing to board reporting packs. • Partnering proactively with operational teams and senior stakeholders to identify opportunities for improved financial performance. • Preparing and developing KPI reporting and dashboards to improve visibility and support decision-making. • Supporting commercial colleagues with tender activity, pricing calculations, deal structures and new business opportunities. • Reviewing systems and data to ensure information is accurate, timely and fit for purpose. • Leading or supporting initiatives that improve the transparency, accuracy and commercial value of financial information. • Providing ad-hoc analysis and support to the Finance Director as required. Desirable Skills: • Part-qualified, qualified or actively studying towards an accountancy qualification. • Strong commercial finance or business-partnering experience within an operational environment. • Excellent analytical skills, attention to detail and advanced Microsoft Excel capability. • Confidence in challenging non-financial stakeholders constructively and influencing operational decision-making. • Strong communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly to a range of audiences. • Experience using Power BI or other business-intelligence reporting tools would be advantageous. Benefits: • Competitive salary and benefits package. • Opportunity to work in a highly visible, commercially focused finance role. • Exposure to operational and strategic projects, with scope to influence business performance. • Opportunities for career development and progression. Register: If this role is not right for you, please do not hesitate to register with us so that we can arrange a consultation and help you find your next career move. Farrer Barnes Ltd does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. Farrer Barnes Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.

Farrer Barnes are delighted to be working with a well-established and highly regarded firm of Chartered Accountants based in Ashford, Kent, who are looking to recruit an experienced Bookkeeper to join their growing team. The firm has experienced sustained and positive growth through a combination of client referrals and new business development. With clear plans for continued expansion, the Directors are committed to building a supportive, progressive and forward-thinking working environment where individuals can develop their careers. The practice has fully embraced modern, cloud-based accounting technology and works extensively with platforms including Xero, Sage and QuickBooks. Experience using these, or similar accounting software, is therefore essential. The Role As a Bookkeeper, you will take responsibility for delivering a range of bookkeeping and accounting services to a varied portfolio of clients. Your responsibilities will include: Maintaining accurate and up-to-date bookkeeping records for a diverse range of clients. Preparing and submitting VAT returns. Assisting with CIS and payroll requirements. Supporting with wider accounting and practice services, depending on your experience and areas of expertise. Working with a varied client base across a broad range of industries and business sizes. Supporting clients including sole traders, limited companies and LLPs. Developing strong working relationships with clients and providing a high level of service. Working closely with Managers and Directors, with increasing levels of responsibility and client exposure available as your experience develops. This is a hands-on role within a growing practice, offering the opportunity to take ownership of your work while continuing to broaden your technical knowledge and client-facing experience. About You You may be AAT qualified, or you may have built your career through practical experience and are now looking for an opportunity to develop further within a progressive accountancy practice. Most importantly, you will have gained solid practical experience within an accountancy practice environment, ideally covering a range of areas including: Bookkeeping VAT return preparation CIS Payroll Cloud-based accounting software such as Xero, Sage or QuickBooks You should have at least 2-5 years' relevant experience, ideally more, gained within an accountancy practice of any size. We are particularly interested in speaking with candidates who enjoy a varied, hands-on role, are confident working across multiple clients and are keen to develop their responsibilities and client relationships over time. Farrer Barnes Ltd does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. Farrer Barnes Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.