Morgan McKinley is partnering with a growing construction business based in Wigan to recruit a Senior Assistant Accountant to join their finance team on a permanent basis. Role In this position, you will report into the Financial Controller, acting as a trusted senior member of the finance team. You will be responsible for performing bank reconciliations across two business entities and supporting month-end accounting processes, while also supervising the Purchase Ledger Clerk within the same business. Key Responsibilities: Completing bank reconciliations for two separate business entities Supporting the preparation of month-end accounts Assisting with balance sheet reconciliations Posting and reviewing journals Supervising and supporting the Purchase Ledger Clerk Maintaining strong financial controls and accurate financial records Supporting reporting and analysis for the Financial Controller Ideal Candidate Profile: Previous experience in an Assistant Accountant or similar role Strong experience with bank reconciliations and month-end processes Experience supervising or mentoring junior finance staff Experience using either Kerridge Commercial Systems or Keyloop would be preferable, but not essential. Highly organised with excellent attention to detail Strong Excel skills and confidence using accounting systems Salary & Benefits 30,000 - 35,000 per annum Permanent, full-time opportunity within a stable and supportive finance team Office-based role with a half-day finish on Fridays
Mar 31, 2026
Full time
Morgan McKinley is partnering with a growing construction business based in Wigan to recruit a Senior Assistant Accountant to join their finance team on a permanent basis. Role In this position, you will report into the Financial Controller, acting as a trusted senior member of the finance team. You will be responsible for performing bank reconciliations across two business entities and supporting month-end accounting processes, while also supervising the Purchase Ledger Clerk within the same business. Key Responsibilities: Completing bank reconciliations for two separate business entities Supporting the preparation of month-end accounts Assisting with balance sheet reconciliations Posting and reviewing journals Supervising and supporting the Purchase Ledger Clerk Maintaining strong financial controls and accurate financial records Supporting reporting and analysis for the Financial Controller Ideal Candidate Profile: Previous experience in an Assistant Accountant or similar role Strong experience with bank reconciliations and month-end processes Experience supervising or mentoring junior finance staff Experience using either Kerridge Commercial Systems or Keyloop would be preferable, but not essential. Highly organised with excellent attention to detail Strong Excel skills and confidence using accounting systems Salary & Benefits 30,000 - 35,000 per annum Permanent, full-time opportunity within a stable and supportive finance team Office-based role with a half-day finish on Fridays
CareerMakers Recruitment are currently looking for an experienced Purchase Ledger in the Baildon area. Key Responsibilities: Invoice processing Product invoices are to be matched against goods received and passed for payment if agreed Nominal invoice coding and processing of overheads Liaise with suppliers on a regular basis, ensuring that any queries are dealt with in the required timescale Communicating any internal price-queried invoices to the buying department for checking and to rectify as necessary Produce weekly supplier payment run Allocate payments to supplier accounts Supplier statement reconciliation (manual and excel) Processing employee expenses Filing and other duties to assist Financial Controller What We're Looking For: Basic MS Excel skills are essential but further training can be offered Experience within a purchase ledger position desirable but not essential Knowledge of basic accounting desirable but not essential AAT qualifications are desirable but not essential. Accuracy with numbers and inputting data Good written and oral communication skills Sound time management and organisational skills Ability to work autonomously and within a team Shift Pattern - Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm (35 hours) Pay - £23,000 - £25,000 (DOE) This is a great opportunity and if you would like to discuss your next Career move, please do not hesitate to get in touch with CareerMakers now!
Mar 31, 2026
Full time
CareerMakers Recruitment are currently looking for an experienced Purchase Ledger in the Baildon area. Key Responsibilities: Invoice processing Product invoices are to be matched against goods received and passed for payment if agreed Nominal invoice coding and processing of overheads Liaise with suppliers on a regular basis, ensuring that any queries are dealt with in the required timescale Communicating any internal price-queried invoices to the buying department for checking and to rectify as necessary Produce weekly supplier payment run Allocate payments to supplier accounts Supplier statement reconciliation (manual and excel) Processing employee expenses Filing and other duties to assist Financial Controller What We're Looking For: Basic MS Excel skills are essential but further training can be offered Experience within a purchase ledger position desirable but not essential Knowledge of basic accounting desirable but not essential AAT qualifications are desirable but not essential. Accuracy with numbers and inputting data Good written and oral communication skills Sound time management and organisational skills Ability to work autonomously and within a team Shift Pattern - Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm (35 hours) Pay - £23,000 - £25,000 (DOE) This is a great opportunity and if you would like to discuss your next Career move, please do not hesitate to get in touch with CareerMakers now!
Sewell Wallis is working with an ambitious, well-reputed South Yorkshire manufacturer based in Sheffield, who are now looking for a buyer to join their team. Working within a developing and forward-thinking Procurement team, this role offers the opportunity to ensure the correct, and very specific materials are purchased in line with the Company production schedule at the right quality and specification and at the best value to deliver forecasted margins. What will you be doing? Liaising with the Planning and Production team to review the production schedule to inform the Materials purchasing strategy & requirement Work closely with the Materials Manager to ascertain current stock levels Build and develop strong supplier relationships to minimise supply chain risk Play an active part in identifying opportunities to expand the supply chain by introducing high quality suppliers/products Collate and monitor supplier data to ensure performance levels are in line with company targets Carry out supplier visits/audits to ensure they are meeting the company's ongoing compliance requirements Work with the Quality team to maintain the Approved Supplier List Work with the Technical and Quality team on New Product Introductions, trials, and raw material options Challenge, enhance and standardise existing procurement practices to further develop the team. Supporting the Head of Procurement and Finance team on departmental forecasts where procurement has an explicit impact. Assist finance in providing accurate cashflow forecasts Assist with the month-end stocktake requirements Work closely with intra-group entities on business synergy opportunities and initiatives Support the Head of Procurement in overseeing the procurement system and data strategy and further develop the system to processes to ensure it meets business needs. What skills will you need? Driven, self-motivated, highly organised; with a logical and ethical approach to problem solving Proven background in purchasing or supplier management (3-5 years), ideally within precision engineering, or other regulated manufacturing environments. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft packages, including Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint. Solid negotiation skills focused on total cost, lead-time stability, and contract compliance - not just price Understanding of profitability and commercial implications of procurement deliverables Strong awareness of traceability, material certs, and documentation requirements Experience conducting supplier audits or participating in them Ability to identify risks in a process chain and drive corrective actions with suppliers. Full driving license Experience in buying raw materials or management of direct spend categories What's on offer? 25 days annual leave + bank holidays Enviable Bonus scheme Flexible Working Hours Private Medical Insurance Pension - matched up to 8% Health and wellbeing programme Please apply below, or for more information, contact Sue Wallis. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Mar 31, 2026
Full time
Sewell Wallis is working with an ambitious, well-reputed South Yorkshire manufacturer based in Sheffield, who are now looking for a buyer to join their team. Working within a developing and forward-thinking Procurement team, this role offers the opportunity to ensure the correct, and very specific materials are purchased in line with the Company production schedule at the right quality and specification and at the best value to deliver forecasted margins. What will you be doing? Liaising with the Planning and Production team to review the production schedule to inform the Materials purchasing strategy & requirement Work closely with the Materials Manager to ascertain current stock levels Build and develop strong supplier relationships to minimise supply chain risk Play an active part in identifying opportunities to expand the supply chain by introducing high quality suppliers/products Collate and monitor supplier data to ensure performance levels are in line with company targets Carry out supplier visits/audits to ensure they are meeting the company's ongoing compliance requirements Work with the Quality team to maintain the Approved Supplier List Work with the Technical and Quality team on New Product Introductions, trials, and raw material options Challenge, enhance and standardise existing procurement practices to further develop the team. Supporting the Head of Procurement and Finance team on departmental forecasts where procurement has an explicit impact. Assist finance in providing accurate cashflow forecasts Assist with the month-end stocktake requirements Work closely with intra-group entities on business synergy opportunities and initiatives Support the Head of Procurement in overseeing the procurement system and data strategy and further develop the system to processes to ensure it meets business needs. What skills will you need? Driven, self-motivated, highly organised; with a logical and ethical approach to problem solving Proven background in purchasing or supplier management (3-5 years), ideally within precision engineering, or other regulated manufacturing environments. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft packages, including Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint. Solid negotiation skills focused on total cost, lead-time stability, and contract compliance - not just price Understanding of profitability and commercial implications of procurement deliverables Strong awareness of traceability, material certs, and documentation requirements Experience conducting supplier audits or participating in them Ability to identify risks in a process chain and drive corrective actions with suppliers. Full driving license Experience in buying raw materials or management of direct spend categories What's on offer? 25 days annual leave + bank holidays Enviable Bonus scheme Flexible Working Hours Private Medical Insurance Pension - matched up to 8% Health and wellbeing programme Please apply below, or for more information, contact Sue Wallis. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
SF Recruitment (Birmingham)
Coventry, Warwickshire
Reporting to the Financial Controller primarily to take responsibility for the month end closure of the purchase ledger and to ensure that financial transactions are correctly recorded for the production of management accounts and statutory accounts for the organisation. Main Activities and Responsibilities: Cashbook - Ensuring the cashbook accurately reflects balances held in all the bank accou click apply for full job details
Mar 31, 2026
Seasonal
Reporting to the Financial Controller primarily to take responsibility for the month end closure of the purchase ledger and to ensure that financial transactions are correctly recorded for the production of management accounts and statutory accounts for the organisation. Main Activities and Responsibilities: Cashbook - Ensuring the cashbook accurately reflects balances held in all the bank accou click apply for full job details
Accounts Assistant Kettering, UK Salary: Up to £28,000 per annum Hours: 37.5 hours per week Based: On site Salary: £28000 About the Role We are seeking an Accounts Assistant to join a dynamic Finance team. Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will manage purchase ledger activities across multiple UK and international entities click apply for full job details
Mar 31, 2026
Full time
Accounts Assistant Kettering, UK Salary: Up to £28,000 per annum Hours: 37.5 hours per week Based: On site Salary: £28000 About the Role We are seeking an Accounts Assistant to join a dynamic Finance team. Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will manage purchase ledger activities across multiple UK and international entities click apply for full job details
Purchase Ledger Controller Lincoln Full Time £27,000-£30,000 per annum Looking for a role where your accuracy and organisation really make a difference? Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Purchase Ledger Controller to take ownership of the Accounts Payable function. You'll be part of a supportive finance team, helping keep the business running smoothly click apply for full job details
Mar 31, 2026
Full time
Purchase Ledger Controller Lincoln Full Time £27,000-£30,000 per annum Looking for a role where your accuracy and organisation really make a difference? Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Purchase Ledger Controller to take ownership of the Accounts Payable function. You'll be part of a supportive finance team, helping keep the business running smoothly click apply for full job details
I'm working with a successful, growing business based in Ammanford to recruit an Accounts Payable Administrator into their finance team. This is a great opportunity for someone with purchase ledger experience who enjoys ownership, accuracy and working in a collaborative environment.? The role Reporting to the Finance Operations Supervisor and Financial Controller, you'll play a key role in ensuring click apply for full job details
Mar 31, 2026
Full time
I'm working with a successful, growing business based in Ammanford to recruit an Accounts Payable Administrator into their finance team. This is a great opportunity for someone with purchase ledger experience who enjoys ownership, accuracy and working in a collaborative environment.? The role Reporting to the Finance Operations Supervisor and Financial Controller, you'll play a key role in ensuring click apply for full job details
Assistant Accountant Excellent Package Great Working Environment Up to 38,000 Basic Salary We are seeking an Assistant Accountant to join our client, an established and growing Car Dealership group. This role is really varied, and training for future growth is on offer. You will be working alongside the Financial Controller, assisting in the day-to-day accounts operations. Experience in Accounts within a Car Dealership is needed for this role. This is a fantastic role for a commercially minded, accounts person ready to step up to the next level, or an existing Assistant Accountant to join their account's function. This is a role where you will work closely with the Dealership Accountant, making a real difference to the operational performance while ensuring all financial control and accounting processes are in place. Your focus will be on the day-to-day oversight of the financial health of a few sites. Assist with balance sheet control and risk/audit management, Ensuring inventory checks meet internal requirements, Managing working capital and ongoing cost reviews. Purchase and Sales Ledger The ideal candidate will have experience working in a similar role in the motor industry. What does a typical day/week/month involve? Daily/Weekly Liaise with local management as well as divisional and group-level accounting staff to ensure a consistent approach. Manage risk and working capital matters. Ensure all accounts office tasks have been completed in an accurate and timely manner. Funding vehicles on the Used Vehicle Funding Portal and settling them as and when they are sold. Chasing Aged Debtors Monthly Bank Reconciliation Manufacturer bonus debt reconciliations Assisting with the production of management accounts as required by the dealership leadership team, dealership accountant & group finance. Calculate and post accruals and prepayments. Demo write-down Assisting with the Composite submission to the Brands Assisting with the Sales & Purchase ledger close Aged Debtor Review & Reporting The Company Colleague discounts on new and used vehicles, parts and servicing. Pension & Holiday Starting Salary up to 38,000 depending on experience Good progression options for the future
Mar 31, 2026
Full time
Assistant Accountant Excellent Package Great Working Environment Up to 38,000 Basic Salary We are seeking an Assistant Accountant to join our client, an established and growing Car Dealership group. This role is really varied, and training for future growth is on offer. You will be working alongside the Financial Controller, assisting in the day-to-day accounts operations. Experience in Accounts within a Car Dealership is needed for this role. This is a fantastic role for a commercially minded, accounts person ready to step up to the next level, or an existing Assistant Accountant to join their account's function. This is a role where you will work closely with the Dealership Accountant, making a real difference to the operational performance while ensuring all financial control and accounting processes are in place. Your focus will be on the day-to-day oversight of the financial health of a few sites. Assist with balance sheet control and risk/audit management, Ensuring inventory checks meet internal requirements, Managing working capital and ongoing cost reviews. Purchase and Sales Ledger The ideal candidate will have experience working in a similar role in the motor industry. What does a typical day/week/month involve? Daily/Weekly Liaise with local management as well as divisional and group-level accounting staff to ensure a consistent approach. Manage risk and working capital matters. Ensure all accounts office tasks have been completed in an accurate and timely manner. Funding vehicles on the Used Vehicle Funding Portal and settling them as and when they are sold. Chasing Aged Debtors Monthly Bank Reconciliation Manufacturer bonus debt reconciliations Assisting with the production of management accounts as required by the dealership leadership team, dealership accountant & group finance. Calculate and post accruals and prepayments. Demo write-down Assisting with the Composite submission to the Brands Assisting with the Sales & Purchase ledger close Aged Debtor Review & Reporting The Company Colleague discounts on new and used vehicles, parts and servicing. Pension & Holiday Starting Salary up to 38,000 depending on experience Good progression options for the future
RECfinancial are working with a well-established business based in Syston to recruit an Accountant / Management Accountant on a temp-to-perm basis. Due to the nature of the requirement, candidates should ideally be immediately available or available at short notice. The role is commutable from across Leicestershire, Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire. The Role We are seeking a detail-oriented, hands-on finance professional who is comfortable operating at both strategic and transactional levels. This is a varied and responsible role taking ownership of operational financial management while supporting the Financial Controller. You will play a key role in ensuring accurate reporting, maintaining strong financial controls, and supporting operational decision-making. Key responsibilities include: Preparation of monthly management accounts Managing the month-end close process Monthly balance sheet reconciliations Supporting sales ledger processing during peak periods Assisting with purchase ledger processing Supporting payroll preparation and liaison Maintenance of HR-related financial records Supporting budgeting and forecasting processes Quarterly VAT reporting and reconciliations The Ideal Candidate Experience in a similar management accounting or finance role Confident working in a hands-on environment Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise effectively High levels of accuracy and attention to detail Advanced Excel skills On Offer £17.50 £20.50 per hour (£35,000 £40,000 equivalent) Ongoing temporary role with genuine potential to go permanent On-site working Additional benefits available upon permanent appointment Apply now or contact RECfinancial to be considered for this exciting new position. INDSH
Mar 31, 2026
Seasonal
RECfinancial are working with a well-established business based in Syston to recruit an Accountant / Management Accountant on a temp-to-perm basis. Due to the nature of the requirement, candidates should ideally be immediately available or available at short notice. The role is commutable from across Leicestershire, Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire. The Role We are seeking a detail-oriented, hands-on finance professional who is comfortable operating at both strategic and transactional levels. This is a varied and responsible role taking ownership of operational financial management while supporting the Financial Controller. You will play a key role in ensuring accurate reporting, maintaining strong financial controls, and supporting operational decision-making. Key responsibilities include: Preparation of monthly management accounts Managing the month-end close process Monthly balance sheet reconciliations Supporting sales ledger processing during peak periods Assisting with purchase ledger processing Supporting payroll preparation and liaison Maintenance of HR-related financial records Supporting budgeting and forecasting processes Quarterly VAT reporting and reconciliations The Ideal Candidate Experience in a similar management accounting or finance role Confident working in a hands-on environment Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise effectively High levels of accuracy and attention to detail Advanced Excel skills On Offer £17.50 £20.50 per hour (£35,000 £40,000 equivalent) Ongoing temporary role with genuine potential to go permanent On-site working Additional benefits available upon permanent appointment Apply now or contact RECfinancial to be considered for this exciting new position. INDSH
Four Squared Recruitment Ltd
Evesham, Worcestershire
Management Accountant Maternity Cover 12 Month FTC £35000 - £40,000p/a Evesham An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Management Accountant to join our client on a 12-month fixed-term contract. They are seeking a highly motivated individual with a keen eye for detail and the ability to work collaboratively across different departments within their organisation. The role will report to the Financial Controller and will work in close collaboration with the Senior Management Account, and Sales and Purchase Ledger Clerks. There will be a range of duties from both a management accounts and a transactional perspective. Role & Responsibilities Production of management accounts, including month-end journals and P&L commentary Monthly balance sheet reconciliations Prepare and send weekly commission reports for Distribution Partners Preparation of VAT returns for multiple countries Monthly bank reconciliations for currency accounts, including reconciliation of multi-currency deposits Daily sales reporting Update weekly currency rates in the accounting system Monthly debt reviews with the Sales Ledger Clerk to ensure credit balances are paid in a timely manner Answering finance calls and assisting with queries / re-directing calls as required Ad-hoc tasks and projects as required in the Finance department Education and Experience Qualified / Part Qualified (AAT / ACCA / CIMA), or QBE Proficient in use of Excel and other Microsoft packages Previous experience in a finance role Experience of using Microsoft Dynamics GP (desirable) This is a full-time 12 month fixed term contract with a salary of £35,000 - £40,000p/a dependant on experience. For more information on this position please contact Harriet Ali at Four Squared Recruitment.
Mar 31, 2026
Contractor
Management Accountant Maternity Cover 12 Month FTC £35000 - £40,000p/a Evesham An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Management Accountant to join our client on a 12-month fixed-term contract. They are seeking a highly motivated individual with a keen eye for detail and the ability to work collaboratively across different departments within their organisation. The role will report to the Financial Controller and will work in close collaboration with the Senior Management Account, and Sales and Purchase Ledger Clerks. There will be a range of duties from both a management accounts and a transactional perspective. Role & Responsibilities Production of management accounts, including month-end journals and P&L commentary Monthly balance sheet reconciliations Prepare and send weekly commission reports for Distribution Partners Preparation of VAT returns for multiple countries Monthly bank reconciliations for currency accounts, including reconciliation of multi-currency deposits Daily sales reporting Update weekly currency rates in the accounting system Monthly debt reviews with the Sales Ledger Clerk to ensure credit balances are paid in a timely manner Answering finance calls and assisting with queries / re-directing calls as required Ad-hoc tasks and projects as required in the Finance department Education and Experience Qualified / Part Qualified (AAT / ACCA / CIMA), or QBE Proficient in use of Excel and other Microsoft packages Previous experience in a finance role Experience of using Microsoft Dynamics GP (desirable) This is a full-time 12 month fixed term contract with a salary of £35,000 - £40,000p/a dependant on experience. For more information on this position please contact Harriet Ali at Four Squared Recruitment.
Sewell Wallis is partnering exclusively with a growing business based in Barnsley, South Yorkshire, which is looking to recruit an Assistant Management Accountant to their team. This Assistant Management Accountant role reports directly to the Financial Controller, who will be a brilliant mentor for a candidate who has ambitions to progress within a business. In terms of exposure, this role is heavily month end focused and, with support and training, will provide the successful candidate the opportunity to look after their own set of Management Accounts. This role would suit a candidate wanting to take a step up, who has a desire to learn and expand their base of knowledge and gain exposure to wider finance functions. If you're an ambitious Assistant Accountant/Accounts Assistant wanting to take the next step in your career, I'd love to hear from you! What will you be doing? Management accounts production and support for allocated contracts. Liaising with site teams and operational managers to gather information relevant to the reporting function. Involvement in Monthly meetings with operational leaders to provide them with figures and details of how their work areas are performing against budgeted expectations. Support with the delivery of high-quality regular reporting, analysis and insights to business, forecasts, budgets and business plans with no surprises. Reconciliation of Balance Sheet accounts. Intercompany Reconciliations. Processing Expense payments. Posting of centrally controlled costs (i.e., Fuel, EE, Recharges, Travel). Raising of Sales Invoices in a timely manner. Support the team in providing data analysis required through the annual statutory audit. Other ad-hoc duties specified by Financial Controller. Helping to drive continuous improvement through system processes and management information across the finance function. Maintaining Group reporting deadlines and ensuring that group accounting dates are met. Any other finance department work as required. What skills will you need? Previous experience within a similar role. Working towards a recognised accounting qualification (AAT or equivalent). Strong IT knowledge, especially in Excel and accounting systems. Attention to detail Financial awareness The ability to build relationships through effective communication. A quick learner with the ability to retain and implement information and deliver the required outputs. What's on offer? Study Support Bonus 25 days holiday + bank holidays Flexible working hours Westfield Health Please apply below, or for more information, contact Lawrie Bacon. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Mar 30, 2026
Full time
Sewell Wallis is partnering exclusively with a growing business based in Barnsley, South Yorkshire, which is looking to recruit an Assistant Management Accountant to their team. This Assistant Management Accountant role reports directly to the Financial Controller, who will be a brilliant mentor for a candidate who has ambitions to progress within a business. In terms of exposure, this role is heavily month end focused and, with support and training, will provide the successful candidate the opportunity to look after their own set of Management Accounts. This role would suit a candidate wanting to take a step up, who has a desire to learn and expand their base of knowledge and gain exposure to wider finance functions. If you're an ambitious Assistant Accountant/Accounts Assistant wanting to take the next step in your career, I'd love to hear from you! What will you be doing? Management accounts production and support for allocated contracts. Liaising with site teams and operational managers to gather information relevant to the reporting function. Involvement in Monthly meetings with operational leaders to provide them with figures and details of how their work areas are performing against budgeted expectations. Support with the delivery of high-quality regular reporting, analysis and insights to business, forecasts, budgets and business plans with no surprises. Reconciliation of Balance Sheet accounts. Intercompany Reconciliations. Processing Expense payments. Posting of centrally controlled costs (i.e., Fuel, EE, Recharges, Travel). Raising of Sales Invoices in a timely manner. Support the team in providing data analysis required through the annual statutory audit. Other ad-hoc duties specified by Financial Controller. Helping to drive continuous improvement through system processes and management information across the finance function. Maintaining Group reporting deadlines and ensuring that group accounting dates are met. Any other finance department work as required. What skills will you need? Previous experience within a similar role. Working towards a recognised accounting qualification (AAT or equivalent). Strong IT knowledge, especially in Excel and accounting systems. Attention to detail Financial awareness The ability to build relationships through effective communication. A quick learner with the ability to retain and implement information and deliver the required outputs. What's on offer? Study Support Bonus 25 days holiday + bank holidays Flexible working hours Westfield Health Please apply below, or for more information, contact Lawrie Bacon. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Sewell Wallis is partnering with a public sector organisation in South Yorkshire to recruit an experienced and dynamic Head of Finance and Commercial. This is a fantastic opportunity for a finance professional with a background in the public sector, looking to make a real difference. As the Head of Finance and Commercial, you'll play a critical role in supporting senior leadership by providing valuable financial insights to guide strategic decisions. We are looking for a strategic, hands-on accounting leader with a solid grounding in both management and statutory reporting, who enjoys adding value beyond the numbers. What will you be doing? Lead and inspire the Finance and Commercial team, fostering a collaborative, accountable, and high-performance culture. Work closely with the CEO and senior leadership team to help shape the organisation's financial strategy and drive the annual budget process. Provide clear, actionable financial insights, including reporting, forecasting, and financial modelling to support confident decision-making at Board level. Oversee the preparation of the annual financial statements and partner with external auditors for a smooth audit process. Guide procurement and commercial activities to ensure best value and adherence to public sector standards and regulations. Build strong, trusted relationships with key stakeholders including auditors, banking partners, pension providers, and government bodies. Promote strong financial governance across the organisation, reinforcing internal controls and sharing your expertise with the wider team. What Skills are we looking for? Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA). Strong background in the public sector. Experience collaborating with senior leadership and influencing decision-making at the highest level. Proven track record in managing and developing a finance team of 7+ people. Significant experience leading a finance function, or as a deputy or second-in-command. What's on Offer: A competitive salary of up to 85,000. 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional leave. Hybrid working with flexibility (20-40% of your time in the office). Apply for this role below, or for more information, contact Kayley. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Mar 30, 2026
Full time
Sewell Wallis is partnering with a public sector organisation in South Yorkshire to recruit an experienced and dynamic Head of Finance and Commercial. This is a fantastic opportunity for a finance professional with a background in the public sector, looking to make a real difference. As the Head of Finance and Commercial, you'll play a critical role in supporting senior leadership by providing valuable financial insights to guide strategic decisions. We are looking for a strategic, hands-on accounting leader with a solid grounding in both management and statutory reporting, who enjoys adding value beyond the numbers. What will you be doing? Lead and inspire the Finance and Commercial team, fostering a collaborative, accountable, and high-performance culture. Work closely with the CEO and senior leadership team to help shape the organisation's financial strategy and drive the annual budget process. Provide clear, actionable financial insights, including reporting, forecasting, and financial modelling to support confident decision-making at Board level. Oversee the preparation of the annual financial statements and partner with external auditors for a smooth audit process. Guide procurement and commercial activities to ensure best value and adherence to public sector standards and regulations. Build strong, trusted relationships with key stakeholders including auditors, banking partners, pension providers, and government bodies. Promote strong financial governance across the organisation, reinforcing internal controls and sharing your expertise with the wider team. What Skills are we looking for? Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA). Strong background in the public sector. Experience collaborating with senior leadership and influencing decision-making at the highest level. Proven track record in managing and developing a finance team of 7+ people. Significant experience leading a finance function, or as a deputy or second-in-command. What's on Offer: A competitive salary of up to 85,000. 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional leave. Hybrid working with flexibility (20-40% of your time in the office). Apply for this role below, or for more information, contact Kayley. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Sewell Wallis is partnering with a Manchester-based, PE-backed commercial property and construction group, which is growing rapidly due to large investments in acquisitions, with more planned as they continue into 2026. They are forward-thinking and use state-of-the-art technology to stay ahead of the market, making them a truly exciting place to work. Their finance team is expanding, as you'd expect with this kind of growth, which means there are real progression opportunities and genuine headroom for ambitious talent to flourish. Based in high-spec, modern offices, the package on offer includes hybrid working, a market-leading bonus, an enhanced pension, among many other benefits. What will you being doing? Monthly management accounts for holding companies and subsidiary entities (property companies) within Microsoft D365. Monthly reporting packs to the senior management team to include detailed property variance analysis. This will require working partnership with FP&A. Support with all aspects of the month end close. Monthly IFRS balance sheet reconciliations for all entities. Preparation and posting of journals. Assisting the Finance Manager in the creation and maintenance of the quarterly consolidation reports. Lease accounting and detailed income analysis . Property accounting. Monthly intercompany reconciliations to include direct liaison with other management accountants to agree balances. Annual statutory accounts preparation for holding companies and subsidiary entities. Supporting on the year end audit, resolving queries with accompanying evidence etc Involvement in the ERP testing. Quarterly VAT and monthly CIS reporting. This includes HMRC filing. What skills do we need? ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified Good understanding of IFRS accounting principles Excellent communicator with finance and non-finance team members Excellent systems ability On top of this a property background would be a distinct advantage What's on offer? Salary of 52,500 Bonus Pension Hybrid working Life insurance Health insurance Apply for this role below, or for more information contact Kayley. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Mar 30, 2026
Full time
Sewell Wallis is partnering with a Manchester-based, PE-backed commercial property and construction group, which is growing rapidly due to large investments in acquisitions, with more planned as they continue into 2026. They are forward-thinking and use state-of-the-art technology to stay ahead of the market, making them a truly exciting place to work. Their finance team is expanding, as you'd expect with this kind of growth, which means there are real progression opportunities and genuine headroom for ambitious talent to flourish. Based in high-spec, modern offices, the package on offer includes hybrid working, a market-leading bonus, an enhanced pension, among many other benefits. What will you being doing? Monthly management accounts for holding companies and subsidiary entities (property companies) within Microsoft D365. Monthly reporting packs to the senior management team to include detailed property variance analysis. This will require working partnership with FP&A. Support with all aspects of the month end close. Monthly IFRS balance sheet reconciliations for all entities. Preparation and posting of journals. Assisting the Finance Manager in the creation and maintenance of the quarterly consolidation reports. Lease accounting and detailed income analysis . Property accounting. Monthly intercompany reconciliations to include direct liaison with other management accountants to agree balances. Annual statutory accounts preparation for holding companies and subsidiary entities. Supporting on the year end audit, resolving queries with accompanying evidence etc Involvement in the ERP testing. Quarterly VAT and monthly CIS reporting. This includes HMRC filing. What skills do we need? ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified Good understanding of IFRS accounting principles Excellent communicator with finance and non-finance team members Excellent systems ability On top of this a property background would be a distinct advantage What's on offer? Salary of 52,500 Bonus Pension Hybrid working Life insurance Health insurance Apply for this role below, or for more information contact Kayley. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Sewell Wallis is partnering with a leading South Yorkshire PE-backed business in Sheffield, who are seeking a highly skilled Project Accountant to join their team on a 9-12 month maternity cover contract. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute during a pivotal growth phase for the company, combining essential accounting duties with a focus on process automation, system integration, and driving continuous improvements. If you have a strong background in change management and systems automation, this role is ideal for you, as you'll be key to enhancing operational efficiency and reducing manual tasks across the business. What will you be doing? Lead projects focused on streamlining finance processes and minimising manual work. Champion system adoption by encouraging wider use of Sage Intacct and Salesforce in finance workflows. Act as a change agent, influencing key stakeholders and embedding best practices. Support the month-end close process, including preparing and posting journals, accruals, and prepayments. Assist with monthly management accounts, variance analysis, and collaboration with the Management Accountant. Maintain and reconcile balance sheet control accounts, resolving discrepancies as needed. Process monthly payroll for approximately 140 employees across two companies using Sage, ensuring compliance with UK payroll legislation. Manage supplier relationships and resolve queries, ensuring timely payments within internal authorisation limits. Prepare and process weekly supplier payment runs, ensuring alignment with internal controls. Maintain accurate cash and bank records, including daily reconciliations and appropriate transaction allocations. Use Sage Intacct to produce financial reports, process transactions, and streamline workflows. Reconcile complex data sets as part of month-end activities and reporting. Support year-end accounts and assist with audit schedules, liaising with auditors as necessary. Provide finance support to other departments, including handling coding queries and assisting with budget tracking. Collaborate with the Financial Controller and Finance Director on ad-hoc tasks and continuous improvement initiatives. What skills do we need? Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent) with practical experience in a fast-paced SME or scale-up environment. Proven track record in leading systems and process change projects in finance, with strong stakeholder management skills. Comfortable balancing hands-on accounting work with strategic projects. Experienced with cloud-based finance systems (Sage Intacct experience is a plus). Advanced Excel skills with the ability to translate manual processes into automated workflows. Experience supporting external audits and preparing audit schedules is desirable. Proactive in process improvement, with a strong commitment to maintaining robust internal controls. What's on offer? Hybrid working: 3 days in the office 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (Pro-rata for contract length) Enhanced pension scheme Healthcare benefits Apply for this role below, or for more information, contact Kayley. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Mar 30, 2026
Contractor
Sewell Wallis is partnering with a leading South Yorkshire PE-backed business in Sheffield, who are seeking a highly skilled Project Accountant to join their team on a 9-12 month maternity cover contract. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute during a pivotal growth phase for the company, combining essential accounting duties with a focus on process automation, system integration, and driving continuous improvements. If you have a strong background in change management and systems automation, this role is ideal for you, as you'll be key to enhancing operational efficiency and reducing manual tasks across the business. What will you be doing? Lead projects focused on streamlining finance processes and minimising manual work. Champion system adoption by encouraging wider use of Sage Intacct and Salesforce in finance workflows. Act as a change agent, influencing key stakeholders and embedding best practices. Support the month-end close process, including preparing and posting journals, accruals, and prepayments. Assist with monthly management accounts, variance analysis, and collaboration with the Management Accountant. Maintain and reconcile balance sheet control accounts, resolving discrepancies as needed. Process monthly payroll for approximately 140 employees across two companies using Sage, ensuring compliance with UK payroll legislation. Manage supplier relationships and resolve queries, ensuring timely payments within internal authorisation limits. Prepare and process weekly supplier payment runs, ensuring alignment with internal controls. Maintain accurate cash and bank records, including daily reconciliations and appropriate transaction allocations. Use Sage Intacct to produce financial reports, process transactions, and streamline workflows. Reconcile complex data sets as part of month-end activities and reporting. Support year-end accounts and assist with audit schedules, liaising with auditors as necessary. Provide finance support to other departments, including handling coding queries and assisting with budget tracking. Collaborate with the Financial Controller and Finance Director on ad-hoc tasks and continuous improvement initiatives. What skills do we need? Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent) with practical experience in a fast-paced SME or scale-up environment. Proven track record in leading systems and process change projects in finance, with strong stakeholder management skills. Comfortable balancing hands-on accounting work with strategic projects. Experienced with cloud-based finance systems (Sage Intacct experience is a plus). Advanced Excel skills with the ability to translate manual processes into automated workflows. Experience supporting external audits and preparing audit schedules is desirable. Proactive in process improvement, with a strong commitment to maintaining robust internal controls. What's on offer? Hybrid working: 3 days in the office 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (Pro-rata for contract length) Enhanced pension scheme Healthcare benefits Apply for this role below, or for more information, contact Kayley. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Sewell Wallis is pleased to be working with a well-established and highly regarded non-profit organisation based in Rotherham, South Yorkshire, who are looking to recruit a Finance Assistant to join their small, collaborative finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain exposure to a broad range of finance duties and make a real difference to a fantastic local charity. This role would suit an experienced Finance Assistant who enjoys variety and is comfortable dealing with a range of transactional processes. You'll be a key part of a close-knit team, working closely senior finance staff, and have the opportunity to develop professionally within a supportive environment. What will you be doing? Processing Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable transactions, including invoice posting, payment processing and supporting credit control activities. Preparing and issuing sales invoices, receipts and purchase orders in line with financial procedures. Completing regular bank reconciliations and investigating and resolving discrepancies. Processing and recording daily banking transactions. Preparing supplier payment runs. Maintaining and reconciling petty cash records. Keeping accurate financial records using Sage 50, ensuring compliance with organisational and regulatory requirements. Assisting with the preparation of financial reports for management. Providing day-to-day administrative support to the senior finance team. What skills are we looking for? Previous experience in a Finance Assistant or similar transactional finance role. Strong working knowledge of Sage 50 would be advantageous. AAT qualified or studying towards AAT is desirable, though not required. Confidence with purchase ledger, sales ledger and bank reconciliations. High level of attention to detail and accuracy. High level of attention to detail and accuracy. Strong organisational skills and ability to manage workload effectively. A proactive and collaborative approach within a small team environment. What's on offer? Opportunity to join a respected and community-focused charity. Exposure to a broad range of finance responsibilities. Study support. Please apply now or get in touch with Eleanor Kirk for more details. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Mar 29, 2026
Full time
Sewell Wallis is pleased to be working with a well-established and highly regarded non-profit organisation based in Rotherham, South Yorkshire, who are looking to recruit a Finance Assistant to join their small, collaborative finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain exposure to a broad range of finance duties and make a real difference to a fantastic local charity. This role would suit an experienced Finance Assistant who enjoys variety and is comfortable dealing with a range of transactional processes. You'll be a key part of a close-knit team, working closely senior finance staff, and have the opportunity to develop professionally within a supportive environment. What will you be doing? Processing Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable transactions, including invoice posting, payment processing and supporting credit control activities. Preparing and issuing sales invoices, receipts and purchase orders in line with financial procedures. Completing regular bank reconciliations and investigating and resolving discrepancies. Processing and recording daily banking transactions. Preparing supplier payment runs. Maintaining and reconciling petty cash records. Keeping accurate financial records using Sage 50, ensuring compliance with organisational and regulatory requirements. Assisting with the preparation of financial reports for management. Providing day-to-day administrative support to the senior finance team. What skills are we looking for? Previous experience in a Finance Assistant or similar transactional finance role. Strong working knowledge of Sage 50 would be advantageous. AAT qualified or studying towards AAT is desirable, though not required. Confidence with purchase ledger, sales ledger and bank reconciliations. High level of attention to detail and accuracy. High level of attention to detail and accuracy. Strong organisational skills and ability to manage workload effectively. A proactive and collaborative approach within a small team environment. What's on offer? Opportunity to join a respected and community-focused charity. Exposure to a broad range of finance responsibilities. Study support. Please apply now or get in touch with Eleanor Kirk for more details. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Sewell Wallis is delighted to be partnering with a well-established and highly respected organisation based in Sheffield, South Yorkshire. This vacancy is expected to have a May Start date. My client is seeking to appoint a Credit Controller for a 12 month contract. The successful candidate will be an experienced Credit Controller with a proven track record of managing and recovering high volumes of debt. Experience in invoice processing would be a strong advantage. What will you be doing? Monitor client accounts and ensure timely collection of outstanding debts. Communicate with clients via phone, email, and letters to chase overdue payments. Monitor existing client creditworthiness. Reconcile client accounts and resolve any payment discrepancies or disputes. Work closely with the sales and administration team to resolve invoicing or credit issues. Produce regular reports on aged debt and cash collection forecasts. Maintain accurate records of all communications and actions taken with clients. Recommend accounts for legal action when necessary. Processing of sales related transactions to keep files and accounting software up to date. Assisting with purchase ledger. What skills are we looking for? Proven experience in credit control. Strong communication and negotiation skills. High level of accuracy and attention to detail. Ability to work independently and prioritise tasks effectively. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g., Sage 50). Good understanding of credit risk management. A solid understanding of transactional accounting. A relevant qualification in finance, accounting, or business is advantageous. What's on offer? Life insurance. Free parking. Additional leave. Company pension. Cycle to work scheme. Company events. Apply for this role below, or for more information, contact Lewis. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Mar 28, 2026
Contractor
Sewell Wallis is delighted to be partnering with a well-established and highly respected organisation based in Sheffield, South Yorkshire. This vacancy is expected to have a May Start date. My client is seeking to appoint a Credit Controller for a 12 month contract. The successful candidate will be an experienced Credit Controller with a proven track record of managing and recovering high volumes of debt. Experience in invoice processing would be a strong advantage. What will you be doing? Monitor client accounts and ensure timely collection of outstanding debts. Communicate with clients via phone, email, and letters to chase overdue payments. Monitor existing client creditworthiness. Reconcile client accounts and resolve any payment discrepancies or disputes. Work closely with the sales and administration team to resolve invoicing or credit issues. Produce regular reports on aged debt and cash collection forecasts. Maintain accurate records of all communications and actions taken with clients. Recommend accounts for legal action when necessary. Processing of sales related transactions to keep files and accounting software up to date. Assisting with purchase ledger. What skills are we looking for? Proven experience in credit control. Strong communication and negotiation skills. High level of accuracy and attention to detail. Ability to work independently and prioritise tasks effectively. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g., Sage 50). Good understanding of credit risk management. A solid understanding of transactional accounting. A relevant qualification in finance, accounting, or business is advantageous. What's on offer? Life insurance. Free parking. Additional leave. Company pension. Cycle to work scheme. Company events. Apply for this role below, or for more information, contact Lewis. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a reputable global company that licenses world-renowned brands, based at their Watford office. This role supports the day-to-day finance operations, working closely with the Financial Controller, you will take responsibility for a broad range of accounting tasks including purchase and sales ledger processing, cash management, VAT reconciliations, and month-end close preparations, making it an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional looking to develop their skills within a dynamic, commercially driven environment. To be eligible for this role, you must be AAT fully qualified, or part-qualified ACCA or CIMA Main Duties & Responsibilities: Assisting with weekly cash flow preparation and payment runs Monitoring the accounts inbox and managing correspondence in a timely and professional manner Posting sales and purchase invoices and credit notes onto Sage accurately and efficiently Supporting monthly and quarterly close preparations, ensuring deadlines are met Ensuring all invoices and financial documents are authorised in line with company procedures Checking bank statements and updating the cashbook across all currencies, including e-commerce sales Completing monthly balance sheet reconciliations Preparing VAT reconciliations and assisting with compliance submissions Preparing and maintaining a range of Excel worksheets on a monthly basis Assisting with monthly cash flow preparation and yearly budgeting processes Providing direct support to the Financial Controller Carrying out ad-hoc financial and administrative tasks as required Person Specification: Experience within finance, either on the commercial side of accounts or within an accounting practice (auditing firm) Good knowledge of double entry bookkeeping is essential Experience using Sage 200 or an equivalent accounting package Strong Excel skills, including a minimum of VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables Desirable: experience using an ERP system Able to work to strict deadlines with a high level of attention to detail A collaborative team player with a proactive approach and strong work ethic Enthusiastic, motivated, and eager to develop within a growing finance team Experience within the fashion, lifestyle or consumer brands sector is desirable but not essential
Mar 27, 2026
Full time
This is an exciting opportunity to join a reputable global company that licenses world-renowned brands, based at their Watford office. This role supports the day-to-day finance operations, working closely with the Financial Controller, you will take responsibility for a broad range of accounting tasks including purchase and sales ledger processing, cash management, VAT reconciliations, and month-end close preparations, making it an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional looking to develop their skills within a dynamic, commercially driven environment. To be eligible for this role, you must be AAT fully qualified, or part-qualified ACCA or CIMA Main Duties & Responsibilities: Assisting with weekly cash flow preparation and payment runs Monitoring the accounts inbox and managing correspondence in a timely and professional manner Posting sales and purchase invoices and credit notes onto Sage accurately and efficiently Supporting monthly and quarterly close preparations, ensuring deadlines are met Ensuring all invoices and financial documents are authorised in line with company procedures Checking bank statements and updating the cashbook across all currencies, including e-commerce sales Completing monthly balance sheet reconciliations Preparing VAT reconciliations and assisting with compliance submissions Preparing and maintaining a range of Excel worksheets on a monthly basis Assisting with monthly cash flow preparation and yearly budgeting processes Providing direct support to the Financial Controller Carrying out ad-hoc financial and administrative tasks as required Person Specification: Experience within finance, either on the commercial side of accounts or within an accounting practice (auditing firm) Good knowledge of double entry bookkeeping is essential Experience using Sage 200 or an equivalent accounting package Strong Excel skills, including a minimum of VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables Desirable: experience using an ERP system Able to work to strict deadlines with a high level of attention to detail A collaborative team player with a proactive approach and strong work ethic Enthusiastic, motivated, and eager to develop within a growing finance team Experience within the fashion, lifestyle or consumer brands sector is desirable but not essential
Gloucestershire Full-Time £Competitive + Benefits If you're an experienced Financial Accountant looking for a role with ownership, leadership responsibility and strong visibility across the finance function, this opportunity offers exactly that. You'll work closely with the Financial Controller, managing a small team and overseeing core financial accounting processes across fixed assets, balance sheet controls, statutory reporting and year-end preparation. This is a varied, hands-on role in a supportive and collaborative finance team. Why this move stands out Direct impact on financial reporting and controls Manage and develop a team of Assistant Accountants & Purchase Ledger Broad remit covering fixed assets, payroll controls, statutory reporting & audit Opportunity to drive improvements and strengthen processes Stable, growing business with a strong finance leadership team Your key focus areas Overseeing fixed asset accounting and register maintenance Preparing month-end journals including accruals and prepayments Completing detailed balance sheet reconciliations (including payroll accounts) Managing PSA & P11D submissions and associated reporting Supporting the implementation of new accounting standards (e.g., lease reporting) Playing a key role in year-end accounts preparation and audit queries Completing National Statistics reporting, CT61 submissions and annual returns Leading equipment reconciliations and supporting year-end stock take Producing analysis and management reporting for leadership Day-to-day management of two Assistant Accountants and a Purchase Ledger Administrator Providing cover, guidance and support across the finance team when required What you'll bring Fully qualified (CIMA/ACCA) OR strong QBE with 3+ years' experience Strong experience across management accounts, treasury or ledger processes High attention to detail with an inquisitive, diligent working style Confident with Excel and general IT systems (Sage 200 beneficial) Proactive, dynamic and able to use initiative in solving problems Supportive team player with strong people skills and leadership ability What's in it for you Competitive salary + pension Health Cover 22 days holiday + bank holidays Full-time role (37.5 hours, Mon-Fri) Supportive and collaborative finance team Opportunities for long-term development Next Step If you're ready for a move that gives you more responsibility, progression and client exposure, apply today for a confidential conversation with our specialist consultants here at GMP Recruitment Agency Limited.
Mar 27, 2026
Full time
Gloucestershire Full-Time £Competitive + Benefits If you're an experienced Financial Accountant looking for a role with ownership, leadership responsibility and strong visibility across the finance function, this opportunity offers exactly that. You'll work closely with the Financial Controller, managing a small team and overseeing core financial accounting processes across fixed assets, balance sheet controls, statutory reporting and year-end preparation. This is a varied, hands-on role in a supportive and collaborative finance team. Why this move stands out Direct impact on financial reporting and controls Manage and develop a team of Assistant Accountants & Purchase Ledger Broad remit covering fixed assets, payroll controls, statutory reporting & audit Opportunity to drive improvements and strengthen processes Stable, growing business with a strong finance leadership team Your key focus areas Overseeing fixed asset accounting and register maintenance Preparing month-end journals including accruals and prepayments Completing detailed balance sheet reconciliations (including payroll accounts) Managing PSA & P11D submissions and associated reporting Supporting the implementation of new accounting standards (e.g., lease reporting) Playing a key role in year-end accounts preparation and audit queries Completing National Statistics reporting, CT61 submissions and annual returns Leading equipment reconciliations and supporting year-end stock take Producing analysis and management reporting for leadership Day-to-day management of two Assistant Accountants and a Purchase Ledger Administrator Providing cover, guidance and support across the finance team when required What you'll bring Fully qualified (CIMA/ACCA) OR strong QBE with 3+ years' experience Strong experience across management accounts, treasury or ledger processes High attention to detail with an inquisitive, diligent working style Confident with Excel and general IT systems (Sage 200 beneficial) Proactive, dynamic and able to use initiative in solving problems Supportive team player with strong people skills and leadership ability What's in it for you Competitive salary + pension Health Cover 22 days holiday + bank holidays Full-time role (37.5 hours, Mon-Fri) Supportive and collaborative finance team Opportunities for long-term development Next Step If you're ready for a move that gives you more responsibility, progression and client exposure, apply today for a confidential conversation with our specialist consultants here at GMP Recruitment Agency Limited.
Your new company Hays Accountancy & Finance are partnering with a well-established & successful family-owned FMCG business to recruit a dynamic & hands-on Financial Accountant. Based in Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, reporting to the Financial Controller, you will take on a varied & hands-on role supporting financial controls, reporting, compliance, along with acting as a team leader to finance team members. You will play a lead role in year-end accounts preparation & annual audit queries. Ideally suited to a newly qualified ACCA/ACA/CIMA accountant, finalists or part-qualified finance professionals with relevant experience will be considered. Open to accounting professionals from both industry & accountancy practice. Your new role Your key duties will involve balance sheet reconciliations, statutory reporting including PSA, P11D's, along with fixed asset accounting, maintenance & reporting. Month-end journals, accruals, prepayments, with related reconciliations. Year-end accounts preparation & annual audit queries, producing financial analysis & management reports. You will complete national statistics office forms & assist in the implementation of new accounting rules/processes. You will act as a team leader to the Assistant Accountants & Purchase Ledger Officer, mentoring/developing when required with the support of the Financial Controller. You will be involved in ad-hoc projects & duties for Senior Management as the business continues to grow. What you'll need to succeed To be considered for this varied Financial Accountant role, you will need experience in a similar position. Ideally, you will be qualified ACCA/ACA/CIMA, part-qualified or finalists will be considered. Excellent MS Excel skills, trained in a range of financial systems, with a proactive & hands-on working approach. You will have strong communication skills to build both internal/external relationships at all levels, used to managing workloads to meet deadlines, and a key problem solver. You will have broad accounting knowledge including financial accounting processes, month-end, through to oversight of treasury/ledger processes. You will be used to working collaboratively with colleagues across the business, with an interest in supporting the development of other finance team members. Experience with Sage 200 & the FMCG sector, would be advantageous but not essential. What you'll get in return This permanent Financial Accountant position offers a salary up to £46,500 per annum, based in Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire. Full-time role 37.5 hours per week, with parking provided on-site, generous pension scheme of up to 7 % employer contribution, health cash plan, group life insurance/private medical after length of service, along with development opportunities if wanted. A great opportunity for a finance professional seeking a varied role, where they can really make an impact within an established & successful FMCG group. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Mar 27, 2026
Full time
Your new company Hays Accountancy & Finance are partnering with a well-established & successful family-owned FMCG business to recruit a dynamic & hands-on Financial Accountant. Based in Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, reporting to the Financial Controller, you will take on a varied & hands-on role supporting financial controls, reporting, compliance, along with acting as a team leader to finance team members. You will play a lead role in year-end accounts preparation & annual audit queries. Ideally suited to a newly qualified ACCA/ACA/CIMA accountant, finalists or part-qualified finance professionals with relevant experience will be considered. Open to accounting professionals from both industry & accountancy practice. Your new role Your key duties will involve balance sheet reconciliations, statutory reporting including PSA, P11D's, along with fixed asset accounting, maintenance & reporting. Month-end journals, accruals, prepayments, with related reconciliations. Year-end accounts preparation & annual audit queries, producing financial analysis & management reports. You will complete national statistics office forms & assist in the implementation of new accounting rules/processes. You will act as a team leader to the Assistant Accountants & Purchase Ledger Officer, mentoring/developing when required with the support of the Financial Controller. You will be involved in ad-hoc projects & duties for Senior Management as the business continues to grow. What you'll need to succeed To be considered for this varied Financial Accountant role, you will need experience in a similar position. Ideally, you will be qualified ACCA/ACA/CIMA, part-qualified or finalists will be considered. Excellent MS Excel skills, trained in a range of financial systems, with a proactive & hands-on working approach. You will have strong communication skills to build both internal/external relationships at all levels, used to managing workloads to meet deadlines, and a key problem solver. You will have broad accounting knowledge including financial accounting processes, month-end, through to oversight of treasury/ledger processes. You will be used to working collaboratively with colleagues across the business, with an interest in supporting the development of other finance team members. Experience with Sage 200 & the FMCG sector, would be advantageous but not essential. What you'll get in return This permanent Financial Accountant position offers a salary up to £46,500 per annum, based in Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire. Full-time role 37.5 hours per week, with parking provided on-site, generous pension scheme of up to 7 % employer contribution, health cash plan, group life insurance/private medical after length of service, along with development opportunities if wanted. A great opportunity for a finance professional seeking a varied role, where they can really make an impact within an established & successful FMCG group. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Financial Controller - Dungannon Sector: Manufacturing Job Type: Full-time, permanent Salary: £70,000 (competitive benefits package!) Reed Finance is partnered with a hugely successful and long-established manufacturing client in the Dungannon area, in the appointment of a qualified and experience Financial Controller to lead the finance function and drive continuous improvement at their state-of-the-art facilities. This senior leadership position reports directly to the Finance Director and is crucial for maintaining financial governance, compliance, reporting, and operational financial support across the business. Day-to-day of the role: Lead and develop a team of 4 direct reports, fostering a culture of growth and excellence Own the annual budget process and produce monthly Group management accounts Develop the 5 Year Business Plan and engage in sophisticated financial modelling Strengthen internal controls and ensure full tax & technical compliance Manage annual audits, insurance renewals, tender submissions, and R&D tax claims Drive improvements to our ERP finance modules, enhancing functionality and user experience Provide critical financial insights to senior management and teams without finance backgrounds Lead cash flow forecasting and finance-related projects, ensuring robust financial health Support the organisation's commitment to lean process improvement, contributing to efficiency and effectiveness Required Skills & Qualifications: Fully qualified Accountant (CIMA, ACCA, or ACA) essential Proven experience in budget preparation, month-end accounts, and cash flow management & forecasting Strong background in product costing, project management, and overseeing Sales & Purchase Ledger Demonstrated ability to manage and develop teams Desirable: Experience within the manufacturing sector, VAT knowledge, audit experience, prior Financial/Management Accountant roles, and proficiency in Excel and ERP systems (Business Central desirable) Benefits include Bonus, hybrid option, competitive pension, life assurance, private medical For more information on this truly excellent opportunity, pleased click 'Apply' or contact Laurence at Reed Finance Belfast.
Mar 27, 2026
Full time
Financial Controller - Dungannon Sector: Manufacturing Job Type: Full-time, permanent Salary: £70,000 (competitive benefits package!) Reed Finance is partnered with a hugely successful and long-established manufacturing client in the Dungannon area, in the appointment of a qualified and experience Financial Controller to lead the finance function and drive continuous improvement at their state-of-the-art facilities. This senior leadership position reports directly to the Finance Director and is crucial for maintaining financial governance, compliance, reporting, and operational financial support across the business. Day-to-day of the role: Lead and develop a team of 4 direct reports, fostering a culture of growth and excellence Own the annual budget process and produce monthly Group management accounts Develop the 5 Year Business Plan and engage in sophisticated financial modelling Strengthen internal controls and ensure full tax & technical compliance Manage annual audits, insurance renewals, tender submissions, and R&D tax claims Drive improvements to our ERP finance modules, enhancing functionality and user experience Provide critical financial insights to senior management and teams without finance backgrounds Lead cash flow forecasting and finance-related projects, ensuring robust financial health Support the organisation's commitment to lean process improvement, contributing to efficiency and effectiveness Required Skills & Qualifications: Fully qualified Accountant (CIMA, ACCA, or ACA) essential Proven experience in budget preparation, month-end accounts, and cash flow management & forecasting Strong background in product costing, project management, and overseeing Sales & Purchase Ledger Demonstrated ability to manage and develop teams Desirable: Experience within the manufacturing sector, VAT knowledge, audit experience, prior Financial/Management Accountant roles, and proficiency in Excel and ERP systems (Business Central desirable) Benefits include Bonus, hybrid option, competitive pension, life assurance, private medical For more information on this truly excellent opportunity, pleased click 'Apply' or contact Laurence at Reed Finance Belfast.
