The Business & Opportunity: Fantastic opportunity to join a well-established Retail Business with their headquarters in Skipton. They are renowned for their high-quality products and high-end clientèle, which consists of famous celebrities! They are proud of their commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility. With a strong Retail and Online presence in both in the UK and overseas, they have exciting growth plans ahead. On the back of a restructure, they have created an opportunity for a Finance Assistant. You will be based at their head office near Skipton and following the completion of your probationary period will have option and flexibility to work from home 2 days per week. Specific Requirement: Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will plan and carry out Financial Operation and Company Administrative activities, so as to maintain record of assets, liabilities, profit and loss and financial activities within the Group. This will include: Maintain complete, accurate and timely Purchase Ledger records to include Coding Invoices, updating Ledger for month end, ensuring correct authorisation across the Group. Carryout monthly supplier statement reconciliations and investigate and discrepancies. Prepare regular Supplier Payment runs in accordance with the companies cash management process, as agreed with the Group Financial Controller. Maintain Sales Ledger records to include reconciliation of daily takings and investigate any discrepancies. Reconciliation of Bank Accounts, store petty cash analysis and postings, cash analysis of stock related invoice across seasons, samples, wholesale or other activities. Any other ad-hoc duties as specified by the business. Skills & Experience Required: Comfortable with the day to day running of Purchase & Sales Ledger and dealing with suppliers. Proven reconciliation skills. Ideally worked within a high-volume transactional role. Will thrive in an SME environment. Experience of multi-currency and multi-entity transactions would be beneficial. Confident user of Excel and MS Office, and some knowledge of Sage 50 would prove advantageous. Have a positive outlook and the required interpersonal skills to deal with all areas of the business and external parties. Good time management and pro-active approach. No accountancy qualification is required but should you already be studying AAT/ACCA/CIMA, they will support extra time off to take exams. What's On Offer : A competitive starting salary of £28,000 - £32,000 p.a. Free on-site parking at their modern offices in the countryside. Based near Skipton, it will also appeal to candidates based in Burnley, Keighley, Ilkley, Bradford, Baildon, Harrogate, Boroughbridge & Ripon. Flexitime and a hybrid working model with 2 days from home (after probationary period), offering a true flexibility of work-life balance. Generous holiday allocation. The opportunity to work in a growing and thriving business with a supportive culture and excellent values. Next Steps: Interviews are to be conducted imminently, hence you are advised to apply at your earliest convenience.
Apr 21, 2026
Full time
The Business & Opportunity: Fantastic opportunity to join a well-established Retail Business with their headquarters in Skipton. They are renowned for their high-quality products and high-end clientèle, which consists of famous celebrities! They are proud of their commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility. With a strong Retail and Online presence in both in the UK and overseas, they have exciting growth plans ahead. On the back of a restructure, they have created an opportunity for a Finance Assistant. You will be based at their head office near Skipton and following the completion of your probationary period will have option and flexibility to work from home 2 days per week. Specific Requirement: Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will plan and carry out Financial Operation and Company Administrative activities, so as to maintain record of assets, liabilities, profit and loss and financial activities within the Group. This will include: Maintain complete, accurate and timely Purchase Ledger records to include Coding Invoices, updating Ledger for month end, ensuring correct authorisation across the Group. Carryout monthly supplier statement reconciliations and investigate and discrepancies. Prepare regular Supplier Payment runs in accordance with the companies cash management process, as agreed with the Group Financial Controller. Maintain Sales Ledger records to include reconciliation of daily takings and investigate any discrepancies. Reconciliation of Bank Accounts, store petty cash analysis and postings, cash analysis of stock related invoice across seasons, samples, wholesale or other activities. Any other ad-hoc duties as specified by the business. Skills & Experience Required: Comfortable with the day to day running of Purchase & Sales Ledger and dealing with suppliers. Proven reconciliation skills. Ideally worked within a high-volume transactional role. Will thrive in an SME environment. Experience of multi-currency and multi-entity transactions would be beneficial. Confident user of Excel and MS Office, and some knowledge of Sage 50 would prove advantageous. Have a positive outlook and the required interpersonal skills to deal with all areas of the business and external parties. Good time management and pro-active approach. No accountancy qualification is required but should you already be studying AAT/ACCA/CIMA, they will support extra time off to take exams. What's On Offer : A competitive starting salary of £28,000 - £32,000 p.a. Free on-site parking at their modern offices in the countryside. Based near Skipton, it will also appeal to candidates based in Burnley, Keighley, Ilkley, Bradford, Baildon, Harrogate, Boroughbridge & Ripon. Flexitime and a hybrid working model with 2 days from home (after probationary period), offering a true flexibility of work-life balance. Generous holiday allocation. The opportunity to work in a growing and thriving business with a supportive culture and excellent values. Next Steps: Interviews are to be conducted imminently, hence you are advised to apply at your earliest convenience.
Reliable Recruit are looking to hire a Permanent Accounts/Administration Assistant for our clients operation in Altrincham supporting all finance and accounts aspects of the business The work will involve: Managing accounts email addresses for 2 businesses They are taking care of multiple bank recs for multiple Businesses, purchase ledger, debtors, refunds, Admin is purchasing of some ancillaries and click apply for full job details
Apr 21, 2026
Full time
Reliable Recruit are looking to hire a Permanent Accounts/Administration Assistant for our clients operation in Altrincham supporting all finance and accounts aspects of the business The work will involve: Managing accounts email addresses for 2 businesses They are taking care of multiple bank recs for multiple Businesses, purchase ledger, debtors, refunds, Admin is purchasing of some ancillaries and click apply for full job details
Finance Assistant Overview Are you a detail-oriented professional with a knack for numbers and a passion for accuracy? We are seeking a dynamic Finance Assistant on a full-time basis (35 hours a week). In this role, you will play a vital part in maintaining purchase ledger records, processing invoices, and supporting the finance team with essential administrative tasks click apply for full job details
Apr 21, 2026
Full time
Finance Assistant Overview Are you a detail-oriented professional with a knack for numbers and a passion for accuracy? We are seeking a dynamic Finance Assistant on a full-time basis (35 hours a week). In this role, you will play a vital part in maintaining purchase ledger records, processing invoices, and supporting the finance team with essential administrative tasks click apply for full job details
We are seeking an efficient Finance Assistant to support this small team at a busy Grammar school in West Kent on a fixed term basis to November 2026. Reporting to the Finance Manager, your duties are: Purchase order processing and managing queries Bank reconciliations Credit card processing Invoicing Proficiency of PS Financials is highly desirable plus a good intermediate knowledge of Excel You will be click apply for full job details
Apr 21, 2026
Seasonal
We are seeking an efficient Finance Assistant to support this small team at a busy Grammar school in West Kent on a fixed term basis to November 2026. Reporting to the Finance Manager, your duties are: Purchase order processing and managing queries Bank reconciliations Credit card processing Invoicing Proficiency of PS Financials is highly desirable plus a good intermediate knowledge of Excel You will be click apply for full job details
Job Title: Costs Litigation Assistant Location: Sharston, M22 4SN Salary : We offer a Salary of £28,500 per annum, as well as a monthly commission of £200 if targets are achieved Job type: Full time, Permanent Start Date: Monday 8th June 2026 Would you like to try something new and take your career in a new direction? We welcome graduates from Business and related fields who are eager to consider a new career in Law. About The Role: We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Business / Finance graduates to join our legal team as a Costs Litigation Assistant. Don't worry you don't need to have experience in law! We believe that your Business Management degree experience will give you a great foundation to build on. We provide full training on all aspects of the role. You'll have access to structured training from your Line Manager, mentorship from experienced colleagues, and ongoing support from your work Buddy. You will get involved in: Preparation of costs schedules for trial. Counting and drafting breakdowns of costs at case conclusion, to assist with recovery of costs from between the parties to litigation and to assist with calculating client charges. Liaising with service providers to our clients such as barristers to ascertain final fees and fee estimates. Preparation of risk assessments. Making telephone calls to progress cases in terms of costs negotiations and payments on account of cost. Assisting with the preparation of cost budgets. Reviewing the work done for the client and preparing chronologies and descriptions of the steps taken. We have a cohort of Costs Litigation Assistants starting on Monday 8th June 2026. If you are available to start full time from then, we would love to hear from you. We set you up to succeed: We provide full training through our Costs Training Programme on all aspects of the role. A Costs Litigation Assistant works with the costs team and solicitors to manage the financial side of legal cases. This includes preparing, checking and negotiating costs, bills and schedules (which are lists of expenses). They also help make sure the firm recovers the money it's owed. Training will be given in new starter groups and one to one at your desk (both in person and over MS Teams). We are committed to providing our employees with the guidance and resources they need to succeed in their roles and advance their careers. We deliver on progression: This role has great career progression routes such as: Trainee Costs Draftsperson: A tailored in-house training programme rotating throughout the three different costs roles (file handling, technical bill drafting and budgeting) Trainee ACL lawyer, which is a formal qualification from the Association of Cost Lawyers for those who haven't completed a law degree. Solicitors Training Contract to qualify as a Solicitor for those who have completed a law degree. What are we looking for? A degree such as Business / Finance or other similar degree. GCSE Maths & English at C grade or above. Excellent written and oral communication skills. The ability to produce work that is highly accurate with excellent attention to detail. The ability to assess and analyse both numerical and written information. Be highly motivated, with the ability to work under pressure. The ability to work under your own initiative. Have a working knowledge of IT systems like Microsoft Office packages. About us: Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award-winning law firm that deals with personal injury and clinical negligence claims. Based in Manchester, we serve clients nationwide and are currently ranked 64 out of more than 10,000 law firms. We have a 5-star rating on Trustpilot from over 8,000 reviews, which coming from our clients means a lot to us. We are proud of the work we do helping injured people, and this is the core of our business. We work hard and play hard: Law has always been seen as a challenging profession. Express Solicitors expect you to work hard for our clients. But we also love to have fun, with regular department socials, yearly Christmas parties (paid for by the business) and every other year a Summer social at the CEO's house paid for by James, himself. We are also have lots of other regular activities, with weekly football and netball games, a running club and a board game night. Benefits: Hybrid Working - 4/1 hybrid working pattern after probation. 23 Days Holiday - Rising to 26 days, plus bank/public holidays. Extra Holidays - 3 holiday buy backs and an extra day for your birthday after service length requirement. Looking After Your Health - Private medical insurance available after 2 years' service, annual flu jab and Employee Assistance Programme. Looking After Your Well-being - 24/7 onsite Gym, Netball/Football team, 10km Manchester team and more. Work Life / Balance - Active social committee with generous departmental and firm-wide social budget. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete your application. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Finance Graduate, Business Graduate, Economics Graduate, Cost Litigation Executive, Cost Litigation Administrator, Legal Administrators, Legal Assistant, Legal Cost Analysis may also be considered for this role.
Apr 21, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Costs Litigation Assistant Location: Sharston, M22 4SN Salary : We offer a Salary of £28,500 per annum, as well as a monthly commission of £200 if targets are achieved Job type: Full time, Permanent Start Date: Monday 8th June 2026 Would you like to try something new and take your career in a new direction? We welcome graduates from Business and related fields who are eager to consider a new career in Law. About The Role: We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Business / Finance graduates to join our legal team as a Costs Litigation Assistant. Don't worry you don't need to have experience in law! We believe that your Business Management degree experience will give you a great foundation to build on. We provide full training on all aspects of the role. You'll have access to structured training from your Line Manager, mentorship from experienced colleagues, and ongoing support from your work Buddy. You will get involved in: Preparation of costs schedules for trial. Counting and drafting breakdowns of costs at case conclusion, to assist with recovery of costs from between the parties to litigation and to assist with calculating client charges. Liaising with service providers to our clients such as barristers to ascertain final fees and fee estimates. Preparation of risk assessments. Making telephone calls to progress cases in terms of costs negotiations and payments on account of cost. Assisting with the preparation of cost budgets. Reviewing the work done for the client and preparing chronologies and descriptions of the steps taken. We have a cohort of Costs Litigation Assistants starting on Monday 8th June 2026. If you are available to start full time from then, we would love to hear from you. We set you up to succeed: We provide full training through our Costs Training Programme on all aspects of the role. A Costs Litigation Assistant works with the costs team and solicitors to manage the financial side of legal cases. This includes preparing, checking and negotiating costs, bills and schedules (which are lists of expenses). They also help make sure the firm recovers the money it's owed. Training will be given in new starter groups and one to one at your desk (both in person and over MS Teams). We are committed to providing our employees with the guidance and resources they need to succeed in their roles and advance their careers. We deliver on progression: This role has great career progression routes such as: Trainee Costs Draftsperson: A tailored in-house training programme rotating throughout the three different costs roles (file handling, technical bill drafting and budgeting) Trainee ACL lawyer, which is a formal qualification from the Association of Cost Lawyers for those who haven't completed a law degree. Solicitors Training Contract to qualify as a Solicitor for those who have completed a law degree. What are we looking for? A degree such as Business / Finance or other similar degree. GCSE Maths & English at C grade or above. Excellent written and oral communication skills. The ability to produce work that is highly accurate with excellent attention to detail. The ability to assess and analyse both numerical and written information. Be highly motivated, with the ability to work under pressure. The ability to work under your own initiative. Have a working knowledge of IT systems like Microsoft Office packages. About us: Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award-winning law firm that deals with personal injury and clinical negligence claims. Based in Manchester, we serve clients nationwide and are currently ranked 64 out of more than 10,000 law firms. We have a 5-star rating on Trustpilot from over 8,000 reviews, which coming from our clients means a lot to us. We are proud of the work we do helping injured people, and this is the core of our business. We work hard and play hard: Law has always been seen as a challenging profession. Express Solicitors expect you to work hard for our clients. But we also love to have fun, with regular department socials, yearly Christmas parties (paid for by the business) and every other year a Summer social at the CEO's house paid for by James, himself. We are also have lots of other regular activities, with weekly football and netball games, a running club and a board game night. Benefits: Hybrid Working - 4/1 hybrid working pattern after probation. 23 Days Holiday - Rising to 26 days, plus bank/public holidays. Extra Holidays - 3 holiday buy backs and an extra day for your birthday after service length requirement. Looking After Your Health - Private medical insurance available after 2 years' service, annual flu jab and Employee Assistance Programme. Looking After Your Well-being - 24/7 onsite Gym, Netball/Football team, 10km Manchester team and more. Work Life / Balance - Active social committee with generous departmental and firm-wide social budget. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete your application. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Finance Graduate, Business Graduate, Economics Graduate, Cost Litigation Executive, Cost Litigation Administrator, Legal Administrators, Legal Assistant, Legal Cost Analysis may also be considered for this role.
The Business & Opportunity: Fantastic opportunity to join a well-established Retail Business with their headquarters in Skipton. They are renowned for their high-quality products and high-end clientle, which consists of famous celebrities! They are proud of their commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility click apply for full job details
Apr 21, 2026
Full time
The Business & Opportunity: Fantastic opportunity to join a well-established Retail Business with their headquarters in Skipton. They are renowned for their high-quality products and high-end clientle, which consists of famous celebrities! They are proud of their commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility click apply for full job details
I am delighted to be working in partnership with a well-established and growing organisation, who are looking to appoint an ambitious Assistant Accountant into a highly visible and commercially focused role. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career finance professional to gain exposure across both cost analysis and commercial finance, working closely with operational teams and senior st click apply for full job details
Apr 21, 2026
Full time
I am delighted to be working in partnership with a well-established and growing organisation, who are looking to appoint an ambitious Assistant Accountant into a highly visible and commercially focused role. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career finance professional to gain exposure across both cost analysis and commercial finance, working closely with operational teams and senior st click apply for full job details
Assistant Buyer Location: Stowmarket (Office based, hybrid following probation)Contract Type: Full-time, PermanentSalary: Up to £40k+ Flexible Benefits Freedom has an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Buyer to join our Central Support procurement team. Reporting to the Head of Procurement, this role will support the effective delivery of procurement activities across the business, ensuring best value is achieved for both the business and our end customers.This role is ideal for someone looking to build a career in procurement within a structured, collaborative and fast-paced environment. Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: Support health and safety compliance, ensuring safe working practices are followed at all times. Assist with supply chain management, supporting contract management of key suppliers and resolving issues as they arise. Support supplier onboarding, ensuring internal systems are kept up to date. Support resolution of supplier invoice queries, working with Finance and Operations teams. Support work-winning activity by obtaining prices from suppliers and subcontractors for tenders and pricing exercises. Collate, track and analyse supplier pricing, recommending preferred suppliers where appropriate. Undertake regular supplier pricing reviews against market rates and maintain accurate records. Support supplier performance reviews, meeting organisation and action tracking. Manage pricing requests and ensure returns are tracked, recorded and filed to maintain a clear audit trail. Track pricing changes and support cost comparison reporting. Support delivery of savings and rebate targets. Maintain accurate procurement records and provide regular progress updates. What We're Looking For: Experience working within policies and procedures to deliver defined tasks. Experience working as part of a team to achieve shared objectives. Ability to work on own initiative and solve problems proactively. Strong organisational, communication and relationship-building skills. Good IT proficiency with the ability to manage data accurately across systems. A positive, collaborative approach aligned to Freedom's values and behaviours. Benefits: We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes: Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution 25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program Flexible benefits including Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes Personal development programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies. Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
Assistant Buyer Location: Stowmarket (Office based, hybrid following probation)Contract Type: Full-time, PermanentSalary: Up to £40k+ Flexible Benefits Freedom has an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Buyer to join our Central Support procurement team. Reporting to the Head of Procurement, this role will support the effective delivery of procurement activities across the business, ensuring best value is achieved for both the business and our end customers.This role is ideal for someone looking to build a career in procurement within a structured, collaborative and fast-paced environment. Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: Support health and safety compliance, ensuring safe working practices are followed at all times. Assist with supply chain management, supporting contract management of key suppliers and resolving issues as they arise. Support supplier onboarding, ensuring internal systems are kept up to date. Support resolution of supplier invoice queries, working with Finance and Operations teams. Support work-winning activity by obtaining prices from suppliers and subcontractors for tenders and pricing exercises. Collate, track and analyse supplier pricing, recommending preferred suppliers where appropriate. Undertake regular supplier pricing reviews against market rates and maintain accurate records. Support supplier performance reviews, meeting organisation and action tracking. Manage pricing requests and ensure returns are tracked, recorded and filed to maintain a clear audit trail. Track pricing changes and support cost comparison reporting. Support delivery of savings and rebate targets. Maintain accurate procurement records and provide regular progress updates. What We're Looking For: Experience working within policies and procedures to deliver defined tasks. Experience working as part of a team to achieve shared objectives. Ability to work on own initiative and solve problems proactively. Strong organisational, communication and relationship-building skills. Good IT proficiency with the ability to manage data accurately across systems. A positive, collaborative approach aligned to Freedom's values and behaviours. Benefits: We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes: Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution 25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program Flexible benefits including Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes Personal development programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies. Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
Criminal Paralegal Evesham, Worcestershire Salary Negotiable BCR/JN/32269 Bell Cornwall Recruitment are searching for an experienced criminal paralegal to join a well respected national law firm in the Evesham office. The Role: (Includes but is not limited to): Supporting fee earners in the management of case files Preparing and drafting of legal documents Being the main point of contact for clients, ensuring that they are kept up to date Prepare court bundles The Ideal Candidate: Strong understanding of criminal law and procedures. Excellent research, writing, and communication skills. Past experience as a criminal paralegal is ESSENTIAL Can commute to Evesham daily If you are an experienced criminal paralegal and would like to hear more about this fantastic opportunity, apply now! INDHP Interested? Please click the 'APPLY' button now! BCR aim to get back to all successful applicants within 24 hours however if you have not received a response within this period then it may be that your application has been unsuccessful. BELL CORNWALL RECRUITMENT We want to make finding a job that you will love as effortless as possible and can offer evening appointments to fit around your working life. Love Work Be Happy Follow BCR on to view all of the latest jobs. (For the purposes of recruiting for this vacancy Bell Cornwall Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency. Bell Cornwall Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer who welcomes applications from all age groups) PA/Executive Assistants, Secretarial, Reception, Administration, Marketing, IT, HR, Law, Finance, Customer Services, Sales
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
Criminal Paralegal Evesham, Worcestershire Salary Negotiable BCR/JN/32269 Bell Cornwall Recruitment are searching for an experienced criminal paralegal to join a well respected national law firm in the Evesham office. The Role: (Includes but is not limited to): Supporting fee earners in the management of case files Preparing and drafting of legal documents Being the main point of contact for clients, ensuring that they are kept up to date Prepare court bundles The Ideal Candidate: Strong understanding of criminal law and procedures. Excellent research, writing, and communication skills. Past experience as a criminal paralegal is ESSENTIAL Can commute to Evesham daily If you are an experienced criminal paralegal and would like to hear more about this fantastic opportunity, apply now! INDHP Interested? Please click the 'APPLY' button now! BCR aim to get back to all successful applicants within 24 hours however if you have not received a response within this period then it may be that your application has been unsuccessful. BELL CORNWALL RECRUITMENT We want to make finding a job that you will love as effortless as possible and can offer evening appointments to fit around your working life. Love Work Be Happy Follow BCR on to view all of the latest jobs. (For the purposes of recruiting for this vacancy Bell Cornwall Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency. Bell Cornwall Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer who welcomes applications from all age groups) PA/Executive Assistants, Secretarial, Reception, Administration, Marketing, IT, HR, Law, Finance, Customer Services, Sales
Our client, a very reputable firm are looking to appoint a Legal Secretary for their Family Department based in Kenilworth. You will be tasked with providing secretarial support and assistance. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and experienced secretary to play a key role in assisting our client of expert legal personnel within a friendly and supportive team environment. To be considered for the role, you ll require the following essentials: Experience of working within the Legal Sector Experience of working as a Legal Assistant/Secretary Proven audiotyping experience Understanding of commercial property processes Knowledge of MS Office & Case Management Systems Excellent communication skills both written & verbal Strong organisational skills High attention to detail Within this position, you ll also be: Typing Letters, Briefs, Statements, Petitions, Financial and Children Act Applications All necessary Forms, Agreements, Deeds, Schedules, Mediation documents, file notes, attendance notes and memos Making appointments and dealing with Clients and others by taking and relaying messages in person and over the telephone Managing diaries Communicating with third parties such as counsel, experts and other solicitors Preparing and compiling briefs and enclosures Photocopying to include preparing documents and bundles for hearings Preparing of costs schedules for Court Time recording Filing and maintenance of files Preparing files for costing and producing invoices Clearing outstanding office and client balances Preparing files & ledgers on closed matters to be archived Covering reception as & when required Providing family secretarial administration, assistance and support Salary & Working Hours Salary is £24,000 - £26,000 per annum, dependant on experience Working Hours are Monday Friday, 9am 5pm with 1 hours lunch Talk Staff Recruitment is an established division of Talk Staff Group and works with companies throughout the East Midlands and UK with roles including many areas such as: Accountancy & Finance, Human Resources, Marketing, Contact Centre and Office Support. Talk Staff Recruitment act as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. See our website for more details and jobs available - (url removed) (phone number removed)
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
Our client, a very reputable firm are looking to appoint a Legal Secretary for their Family Department based in Kenilworth. You will be tasked with providing secretarial support and assistance. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and experienced secretary to play a key role in assisting our client of expert legal personnel within a friendly and supportive team environment. To be considered for the role, you ll require the following essentials: Experience of working within the Legal Sector Experience of working as a Legal Assistant/Secretary Proven audiotyping experience Understanding of commercial property processes Knowledge of MS Office & Case Management Systems Excellent communication skills both written & verbal Strong organisational skills High attention to detail Within this position, you ll also be: Typing Letters, Briefs, Statements, Petitions, Financial and Children Act Applications All necessary Forms, Agreements, Deeds, Schedules, Mediation documents, file notes, attendance notes and memos Making appointments and dealing with Clients and others by taking and relaying messages in person and over the telephone Managing diaries Communicating with third parties such as counsel, experts and other solicitors Preparing and compiling briefs and enclosures Photocopying to include preparing documents and bundles for hearings Preparing of costs schedules for Court Time recording Filing and maintenance of files Preparing files for costing and producing invoices Clearing outstanding office and client balances Preparing files & ledgers on closed matters to be archived Covering reception as & when required Providing family secretarial administration, assistance and support Salary & Working Hours Salary is £24,000 - £26,000 per annum, dependant on experience Working Hours are Monday Friday, 9am 5pm with 1 hours lunch Talk Staff Recruitment is an established division of Talk Staff Group and works with companies throughout the East Midlands and UK with roles including many areas such as: Accountancy & Finance, Human Resources, Marketing, Contact Centre and Office Support. Talk Staff Recruitment act as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. See our website for more details and jobs available - (url removed) (phone number removed)
Our client, a very reputable firm are looking to appoint a Legal Secretary for their Commercial Property Department based in Coventry. You will be tasked with providing secretarial support and assistance. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and experienced secretary to play a key role in assisting our client of expert legal personnel within a friendly and supportive team environment. To be considered for the role, you ll require the following essentials: Experience of working within the Legal Sector Experience of working as a Legal Assistant/Secretary Proven audiotyping experience Understanding of commercial property processes Knowledge of MS Office & Case Management Systems Excellent communication skills both written & verbal Strong organisational skills High attention to detail Within this position, you ll also be: Audio & copy typing, emailing, photocopying, filing of letters, emails and documents Completing forms and drafting documents Operating electronic search systems and submitting applications to the Land Registry and HMRC Running files on a case management system and following file procedures Updating file checklists Dealing with Money Laundering procedures including scanning client ID, electronic verification and identification within Office Procedures Producing completion statements Producing invoices and dealing with accounting Undertaking inhouse training and development Speaking to clients and professional contacts, personally and by telephone, answering queries, giving information and making appointments Covering reception as & when required Providing commercial conveyancing secretarial administration, assistance and support Salary & Working Hours Salary is £24,000 - £26,000 per annum, dependant on experience Working Hours are Monday Friday, 9am 5pm with 1 hours lunch Talk Staff Recruitment is an established division of Talk Staff Group and works with companies throughout the East Midlands and UK with roles including many areas such as: Accountancy & Finance, Human Resources, Marketing, Contact Centre and Office Support. Talk Staff Recruitment act as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. See our website for more details and jobs available - (url removed) (phone number removed)
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
Our client, a very reputable firm are looking to appoint a Legal Secretary for their Commercial Property Department based in Coventry. You will be tasked with providing secretarial support and assistance. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and experienced secretary to play a key role in assisting our client of expert legal personnel within a friendly and supportive team environment. To be considered for the role, you ll require the following essentials: Experience of working within the Legal Sector Experience of working as a Legal Assistant/Secretary Proven audiotyping experience Understanding of commercial property processes Knowledge of MS Office & Case Management Systems Excellent communication skills both written & verbal Strong organisational skills High attention to detail Within this position, you ll also be: Audio & copy typing, emailing, photocopying, filing of letters, emails and documents Completing forms and drafting documents Operating electronic search systems and submitting applications to the Land Registry and HMRC Running files on a case management system and following file procedures Updating file checklists Dealing with Money Laundering procedures including scanning client ID, electronic verification and identification within Office Procedures Producing completion statements Producing invoices and dealing with accounting Undertaking inhouse training and development Speaking to clients and professional contacts, personally and by telephone, answering queries, giving information and making appointments Covering reception as & when required Providing commercial conveyancing secretarial administration, assistance and support Salary & Working Hours Salary is £24,000 - £26,000 per annum, dependant on experience Working Hours are Monday Friday, 9am 5pm with 1 hours lunch Talk Staff Recruitment is an established division of Talk Staff Group and works with companies throughout the East Midlands and UK with roles including many areas such as: Accountancy & Finance, Human Resources, Marketing, Contact Centre and Office Support. Talk Staff Recruitment act as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. See our website for more details and jobs available - (url removed) (phone number removed)
Our client, a very reputable firm are looking to appoint a Legal Secretary for their Family Department based in Kenilworth. You will be tasked with providing secretarial support and assistance. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and experienced secretary to play a key role in assisting our client of expert legal personnel within a friendly and supportive team environment. To be considered for the role, you ll require the following essentials: Experience of working within the Legal Sector Experience of working as a Legal Assistant/Secretary Proven audiotyping experience Understanding of commercial property processes Knowledge of MS Office & Case Management Systems Excellent communication skills both written & verbal Strong organisational skills High attention to detail Within this position, you ll also be: Typing Letters, Briefs, Statements, Petitions, Financial and Children Act Applications All necessary Forms, Agreements, Deeds, Schedules, Mediation documents, file notes, attendance notes and memos Making appointments and dealing with Clients and others by taking and relaying messages in person and over the telephone Managing diaries Communicating with third parties such as counsel, experts and other solicitors Preparing and compiling briefs and enclosures Photocopying to include preparing documents and bundles for hearings Preparing of costs schedules for Court Time recording Filing and maintenance of files Preparing files for costing and producing invoices Clearing outstanding office and client balances Preparing files & ledgers on closed matters to be archived Covering reception as & when required Providing family secretarial administration, assistance and support Salary & Working Hours Salary is £24,000 - £26,000 per annum, dependant on experience Working Hours are Monday Friday, 9am 5pm with 1 hours lunch Talk Staff Recruitment is an established division of Talk Staff Group and works with companies throughout the East Midlands and UK with roles including many areas such as: Accountancy & Finance, Human Resources, Marketing, Contact Centre and Office Support. Talk Staff Recruitment act as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. See our website for more details and jobs available - (url removed) (phone number removed)
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
Our client, a very reputable firm are looking to appoint a Legal Secretary for their Family Department based in Kenilworth. You will be tasked with providing secretarial support and assistance. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and experienced secretary to play a key role in assisting our client of expert legal personnel within a friendly and supportive team environment. To be considered for the role, you ll require the following essentials: Experience of working within the Legal Sector Experience of working as a Legal Assistant/Secretary Proven audiotyping experience Understanding of commercial property processes Knowledge of MS Office & Case Management Systems Excellent communication skills both written & verbal Strong organisational skills High attention to detail Within this position, you ll also be: Typing Letters, Briefs, Statements, Petitions, Financial and Children Act Applications All necessary Forms, Agreements, Deeds, Schedules, Mediation documents, file notes, attendance notes and memos Making appointments and dealing with Clients and others by taking and relaying messages in person and over the telephone Managing diaries Communicating with third parties such as counsel, experts and other solicitors Preparing and compiling briefs and enclosures Photocopying to include preparing documents and bundles for hearings Preparing of costs schedules for Court Time recording Filing and maintenance of files Preparing files for costing and producing invoices Clearing outstanding office and client balances Preparing files & ledgers on closed matters to be archived Covering reception as & when required Providing family secretarial administration, assistance and support Salary & Working Hours Salary is £24,000 - £26,000 per annum, dependant on experience Working Hours are Monday Friday, 9am 5pm with 1 hours lunch Talk Staff Recruitment is an established division of Talk Staff Group and works with companies throughout the East Midlands and UK with roles including many areas such as: Accountancy & Finance, Human Resources, Marketing, Contact Centre and Office Support. Talk Staff Recruitment act as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. See our website for more details and jobs available - (url removed) (phone number removed)
Legal Secretary (Commercial Property) Solihull, Birmingham 24,000 - 26,000 (Dependant On Experience) BCR/JN/32270 Bell Cornwall Recruitment are delighted to be working with a well-respected national law firm, searching for a Legal Secretary to support the solicitors in the busy commercial property team at the Solihull office. This is not a role for a law graduate looking to qualify. The Role (Includes but is not limited to): Maintain Fee Earner's diaries, arranging meetings and appointments Ordering property and pre completion searches Opening and closing files Drafting contract packs Maintain and update client records The Ideal Candidate: Previous experience supporting a Fee earner or working in commercial property Not looking to qualify or become a paralegal Experience using a case management system Willing to do any tasks, however small Excellent written and verbal communication skills Happy with 5 days in the office in Solihull Benefits: Pension - The Peoples Partnership, 3% employer and 5% employee contribution which can be increased. Auto enrolled after 3 months but can join sooner if you wish. 26 days holiday plus bank holidays. Christmas week closure. Holiday purchase scheme - Purchase 3 extra days per year. (Reviewed annually) Online training courses. Monthly fun events with prizes. If you have a genuine interest in property and are looking for a long-term career in Personal Assistance, this is the perfect role for you! INDLP Interested? Please click the 'APPLY' button now! BCR aim to get back to all successful applicants within 24 hours however if you have not received a response within this period then it may be that your application has been unsuccessful. BELL CORNWALL RECRUITMENT We want to make finding a job that you will love as effortless as possible and can offer evening appointments to fit around your working life. Love Work Be Happy Follow BCR on to view all of the latest jobs. (For the purposes of recruiting for this vacancy Bell Cornwall Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency. Bell Cornwall Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer who welcomes applications from all age groups) PA/Executive Assistants, Secretarial, Reception, Administration, Marketing, IT, HR, Law, Finance, Customer Services, Sales
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
Legal Secretary (Commercial Property) Solihull, Birmingham 24,000 - 26,000 (Dependant On Experience) BCR/JN/32270 Bell Cornwall Recruitment are delighted to be working with a well-respected national law firm, searching for a Legal Secretary to support the solicitors in the busy commercial property team at the Solihull office. This is not a role for a law graduate looking to qualify. The Role (Includes but is not limited to): Maintain Fee Earner's diaries, arranging meetings and appointments Ordering property and pre completion searches Opening and closing files Drafting contract packs Maintain and update client records The Ideal Candidate: Previous experience supporting a Fee earner or working in commercial property Not looking to qualify or become a paralegal Experience using a case management system Willing to do any tasks, however small Excellent written and verbal communication skills Happy with 5 days in the office in Solihull Benefits: Pension - The Peoples Partnership, 3% employer and 5% employee contribution which can be increased. Auto enrolled after 3 months but can join sooner if you wish. 26 days holiday plus bank holidays. Christmas week closure. Holiday purchase scheme - Purchase 3 extra days per year. (Reviewed annually) Online training courses. Monthly fun events with prizes. If you have a genuine interest in property and are looking for a long-term career in Personal Assistance, this is the perfect role for you! INDLP Interested? Please click the 'APPLY' button now! BCR aim to get back to all successful applicants within 24 hours however if you have not received a response within this period then it may be that your application has been unsuccessful. BELL CORNWALL RECRUITMENT We want to make finding a job that you will love as effortless as possible and can offer evening appointments to fit around your working life. Love Work Be Happy Follow BCR on to view all of the latest jobs. (For the purposes of recruiting for this vacancy Bell Cornwall Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency. Bell Cornwall Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer who welcomes applications from all age groups) PA/Executive Assistants, Secretarial, Reception, Administration, Marketing, IT, HR, Law, Finance, Customer Services, Sales
Your new company Bath based business Your new role We're looking for a proactive Finance Assistant to step into a key temporary role within a busy, friendly finance team. With the organisation preparing to go live with a brand-new finance system in August 2026, this position is essential in keeping Business as Usual running smoothly while the permanent team focuses on training and transition click apply for full job details
Apr 20, 2026
Seasonal
Your new company Bath based business Your new role We're looking for a proactive Finance Assistant to step into a key temporary role within a busy, friendly finance team. With the organisation preparing to go live with a brand-new finance system in August 2026, this position is essential in keeping Business as Usual running smoothly while the permanent team focuses on training and transition click apply for full job details
Executive Assistant Ref: BCR/JP/32149d £28,000 - £33,000 Manchester Hybrid An established national law firm is seeking a highly organised Executive Assistant to join its Corporate & Commercial division in Manchester. This opportunity suits someone who enjoys working at pace, takes ownership of their workload, and builds strong working relationships across teams. Benefits: Competitive pension scheme Enhanced family leave pay 5 weeks of annual leave Key Responsibilities: Coordinating complex diaries and travel schedules Managing expenses, billing processes, and financial administration Liaising with internal departments to keep projects and deadlines on track Supporting onboarding processes, compliance requirements, and document management Providing flexible, ad-hoc support where needed The ideal candidate will have: MUST HAVE experience working as an EA within a legal environment Background in corporate/commercial law Strong organisational skills with a high level of accuracy A confident and professional communication style A proactive mindset, with the ability to anticipate requirements and manage priorities independently If you have solid Executive Assistant experience in a legal setting, we'd love to hear from you! Ref: INDHP Interested? Please click the 'APPLY' button now! BCR aim to get back to all successful applicants within 24 hours however if you have not received a response within this period then it may be that your application has been unsuccessful. BELL CORNWALL RECRUITMENT We want to make finding a job that you will love as effortless as possible and can offer evening appointments to fit around your working life. Love Work Be Happy Follow BCR on to view all of the latest jobs. (For the purposes of recruiting for this vacancy Bell Cornwall Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency. Bell Cornwall Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer who welcomes applications from all age groups) PA/Executive Assistants, Secretarial, Reception, Administration, Marketing, IT, HR, Law, Finance, Customer Services, Sales
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
Executive Assistant Ref: BCR/JP/32149d £28,000 - £33,000 Manchester Hybrid An established national law firm is seeking a highly organised Executive Assistant to join its Corporate & Commercial division in Manchester. This opportunity suits someone who enjoys working at pace, takes ownership of their workload, and builds strong working relationships across teams. Benefits: Competitive pension scheme Enhanced family leave pay 5 weeks of annual leave Key Responsibilities: Coordinating complex diaries and travel schedules Managing expenses, billing processes, and financial administration Liaising with internal departments to keep projects and deadlines on track Supporting onboarding processes, compliance requirements, and document management Providing flexible, ad-hoc support where needed The ideal candidate will have: MUST HAVE experience working as an EA within a legal environment Background in corporate/commercial law Strong organisational skills with a high level of accuracy A confident and professional communication style A proactive mindset, with the ability to anticipate requirements and manage priorities independently If you have solid Executive Assistant experience in a legal setting, we'd love to hear from you! Ref: INDHP Interested? Please click the 'APPLY' button now! BCR aim to get back to all successful applicants within 24 hours however if you have not received a response within this period then it may be that your application has been unsuccessful. BELL CORNWALL RECRUITMENT We want to make finding a job that you will love as effortless as possible and can offer evening appointments to fit around your working life. Love Work Be Happy Follow BCR on to view all of the latest jobs. (For the purposes of recruiting for this vacancy Bell Cornwall Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency. Bell Cornwall Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer who welcomes applications from all age groups) PA/Executive Assistants, Secretarial, Reception, Administration, Marketing, IT, HR, Law, Finance, Customer Services, Sales
Were currently recruiting for a thriving business based in Blackpool who are a family focused organisation and have a long history within their sector. They have a requirement for a detail-driven Finance Assistant to support and strengthen our finance team and work closely with the management accountant over the coming months click apply for full job details
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
Were currently recruiting for a thriving business based in Blackpool who are a family focused organisation and have a long history within their sector. They have a requirement for a detail-driven Finance Assistant to support and strengthen our finance team and work closely with the management accountant over the coming months click apply for full job details
Global Organisation seeks a Finance Assistant to join their team on a permanent basis. The Finance Assistant would have strong attention to detail, highly organised and able to work to tight deadlines. Previous experience in accounts payable and accounts receivable ledgers. This position is based in Wokingham in Berkshire. Duties of the Finance Assistant include: Maintain payroll client payments (Ne click apply for full job details
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
Global Organisation seeks a Finance Assistant to join their team on a permanent basis. The Finance Assistant would have strong attention to detail, highly organised and able to work to tight deadlines. Previous experience in accounts payable and accounts receivable ledgers. This position is based in Wokingham in Berkshire. Duties of the Finance Assistant include: Maintain payroll client payments (Ne click apply for full job details
International Billing Assistant A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen for an exceptional Billing Assistant to work within a leading international law firm within their glossy offices based in Birmingham city centre. This role will be helping out the legal teams and secretarial staff to make sure client billing is handled properly and accurately, ensuring that clients get a great experience! You'll be working closely with partners, fee earners, and PAs to gather everything needed to get bills finalised. This role is to ensure the billing process runs smoothly from start to finish! Key responsibilities: Reviewing draft billing statements to confirm charges are correct. Consulting client-specific billing guidelines and developing a thorough understanding of their requirements for assigned matters. Checking and refining time entries and descriptions before approved drafts are forwarded to the Billing team. Monitoring invoice progress and coordinating with Billing and Collections teams as needed. Compiling billing review reports using Excel when required. Serving as the primary contact for invoice-related client enquiries. Supporting clients who utilise e-billing systems. Assisting with enquiries relating to Client and Matter database updates and maintenance. Following up on outstanding timesheets. Maintaining accurate daily updates on the workflow tracker, including bill status, completed actions, and next steps. Key Attributes: Confident in using Excel Advanced IT skills Strong administrative experience Experience within a finance role Experienced in analysing data If you are passionate about billing, have worked within a finance role, and enjoys working towards processes then please do apply now! Katie Bard is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Katie Bard will manage your application in accordance with GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018, and in line with the Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003. Please refer to the privacy notice on our website for further details on how we manage your data. If your application is successful, we will contact you and handle your personal information in line with GDPR guidelines. If unsuccessful, your application and associated data will be deleted within six weeks.
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
International Billing Assistant A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen for an exceptional Billing Assistant to work within a leading international law firm within their glossy offices based in Birmingham city centre. This role will be helping out the legal teams and secretarial staff to make sure client billing is handled properly and accurately, ensuring that clients get a great experience! You'll be working closely with partners, fee earners, and PAs to gather everything needed to get bills finalised. This role is to ensure the billing process runs smoothly from start to finish! Key responsibilities: Reviewing draft billing statements to confirm charges are correct. Consulting client-specific billing guidelines and developing a thorough understanding of their requirements for assigned matters. Checking and refining time entries and descriptions before approved drafts are forwarded to the Billing team. Monitoring invoice progress and coordinating with Billing and Collections teams as needed. Compiling billing review reports using Excel when required. Serving as the primary contact for invoice-related client enquiries. Supporting clients who utilise e-billing systems. Assisting with enquiries relating to Client and Matter database updates and maintenance. Following up on outstanding timesheets. Maintaining accurate daily updates on the workflow tracker, including bill status, completed actions, and next steps. Key Attributes: Confident in using Excel Advanced IT skills Strong administrative experience Experience within a finance role Experienced in analysing data If you are passionate about billing, have worked within a finance role, and enjoys working towards processes then please do apply now! Katie Bard is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Katie Bard will manage your application in accordance with GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018, and in line with the Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003. Please refer to the privacy notice on our website for further details on how we manage your data. If your application is successful, we will contact you and handle your personal information in line with GDPR guidelines. If unsuccessful, your application and associated data will be deleted within six weeks.
Financial Controller Location: Bedford (Hybrid working available) Hours: 35 hours per week Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Contract: Permanent About the Role NRG is partnering with a well-respected SME in the service sector to recruit an experienced and hands-on Financial Controller . This is a pivotal role within the organisation, leading the finance function and contributing directly to both strategic and operational decision-making. Reporting to the General Manager and managing a small finance team, you will oversee all financial activities, ensuring strong controls, accurate reporting, and effective financial planning. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a varied environment where responsibilities are broad and your impact is visible. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage day-to-day finance operations, including AP, AR, general ledger, and payroll. Produce accurate and timely monthly, half-yearly, and annual financial statements. Develop, implement, and monitor robust internal controls to ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements. Coordinate external audits and tax filings, working closely with auditors and tax advisors. Prepare budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses to support strategic decision-making. Monitor cash flow and maintain the organisation's financial stability. Provide insightful financial analysis to senior management, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities. Lead the annual budgeting process in collaboration with department heads. Manage relationships with banks, financial institutions, insurance brokers, HR consultancy, and other external partners. Drive continuous improvement by enhancing financial systems, processes, and reporting. Mentor and support the Finance Assistant and Senior Finance Assistant. Undertake ad hoc financial analysis and project work as required. Act as the key contact for HR and Health & Safety advisory services. About You You combine strong technical expertise with confident leadership and a proactive, hands-on approach. You are comfortable working in a fast-paced SME environment and managing a varied workload with accuracy and composure. Essential Qualifications & Experience ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified. Minimum 5 years' experience in accounting or finance roles, including at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial position. Experience working in a small organisation with a broad finance remit. Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, budgeting, and internal controls. Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with accounting software (e.g., Sage). Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence at all levels. High attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. A solutions-focused mindset and commitment to continuous professional development. What's on Offer Competitive salary up to £55,000 Hybrid working Cash health plan Life insurance Supportive, friendly, and collaborative team culture Free on-site parking
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
Financial Controller Location: Bedford (Hybrid working available) Hours: 35 hours per week Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Contract: Permanent About the Role NRG is partnering with a well-respected SME in the service sector to recruit an experienced and hands-on Financial Controller . This is a pivotal role within the organisation, leading the finance function and contributing directly to both strategic and operational decision-making. Reporting to the General Manager and managing a small finance team, you will oversee all financial activities, ensuring strong controls, accurate reporting, and effective financial planning. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a varied environment where responsibilities are broad and your impact is visible. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage day-to-day finance operations, including AP, AR, general ledger, and payroll. Produce accurate and timely monthly, half-yearly, and annual financial statements. Develop, implement, and monitor robust internal controls to ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements. Coordinate external audits and tax filings, working closely with auditors and tax advisors. Prepare budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses to support strategic decision-making. Monitor cash flow and maintain the organisation's financial stability. Provide insightful financial analysis to senior management, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities. Lead the annual budgeting process in collaboration with department heads. Manage relationships with banks, financial institutions, insurance brokers, HR consultancy, and other external partners. Drive continuous improvement by enhancing financial systems, processes, and reporting. Mentor and support the Finance Assistant and Senior Finance Assistant. Undertake ad hoc financial analysis and project work as required. Act as the key contact for HR and Health & Safety advisory services. About You You combine strong technical expertise with confident leadership and a proactive, hands-on approach. You are comfortable working in a fast-paced SME environment and managing a varied workload with accuracy and composure. Essential Qualifications & Experience ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified. Minimum 5 years' experience in accounting or finance roles, including at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial position. Experience working in a small organisation with a broad finance remit. Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, budgeting, and internal controls. Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with accounting software (e.g., Sage). Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence at all levels. High attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. A solutions-focused mindset and commitment to continuous professional development. What's on Offer Competitive salary up to £55,000 Hybrid working Cash health plan Life insurance Supportive, friendly, and collaborative team culture Free on-site parking
Programmes Officer (MAT cover) Shirley, Birmingham £32000 (DOE) BCR/AB/ 32292 Bell Cornwall Recruitment are pleased to be hiring for a Programmes Officer working for a UK-based consultancy specialising in humanitarian and development programmes, supporting delivery of international projects in complex settings. Based in Shirley, Birmingham. Duties and Responsibilities Maintain regular communication and coordination with implementing partners across multiple countries Oversee programme delivery to ensure activities are on track, aligned with priorities, and delivered on time Lead development of proposals, concept notes, and budgets Support donor engagement and contribute to business development activities Review partner narrative and financial reports for quality, accuracy, and compliance Track programme progress, deliverables, and deadlines using internal systems and tools Coordinate with finance and M&E teams on budgets, reporting, and programme performance Develop presentations, reports, and communication materials to support programmes and visibility Provide training, guidance, and support to implementing partners and interns Maintain programme documentation, trackers, and databases ensuring accuracy and accessibility Identify risks, bottlenecks, and operational challenges, escalating where necessary Experience and Qualifications Essential Degree (or equivalent experience) in international development, humanitarian studies, or a related field Minimum 3 years' experience in programme coordination, project management, or humanitarian/development contexts Proven experience in proposal development, including budgeting Experience working with implementing partners and managing multi-country programmes Strong organisational, communication, and analytical skills Experience reviewing reports and ensuring donor compliance Desirable Experience working with donor-funded programmes Familiarity with finance and M&E processes Experience developing programme materials and using tools such as Excel, PowerPoint, Canva, or Adobe Ability to work across multiple time zones in a fast-paced environment If you are a Programmes Officer based in Shirley, Birmingham, who is seeking a new challenge, please get in touch! INDHP Interested? Please click the 'APPLY' button now! BCR aim to get back to all successful applicants within 24 hours however if you have not received a response within this period then it may be that your application has been unsuccessful. BELL CORNWALL RECRUITMENT We want to make finding a job that you will love as effortless as possible and can offer evening appointments to fit around your working life. Love Work Be Happy Follow BCR on to view all of the latest jobs. (For the purposes of recruiting for this vacancy Bell Cornwall Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency. Bell Cornwall Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer who welcomes applications from all age groups) PA/Executive Assistants, Secretarial, Reception, Administration, Marketing, IT, HR, Law, Finance, Customer Services, Sales
Apr 20, 2026
Full time
Programmes Officer (MAT cover) Shirley, Birmingham £32000 (DOE) BCR/AB/ 32292 Bell Cornwall Recruitment are pleased to be hiring for a Programmes Officer working for a UK-based consultancy specialising in humanitarian and development programmes, supporting delivery of international projects in complex settings. Based in Shirley, Birmingham. Duties and Responsibilities Maintain regular communication and coordination with implementing partners across multiple countries Oversee programme delivery to ensure activities are on track, aligned with priorities, and delivered on time Lead development of proposals, concept notes, and budgets Support donor engagement and contribute to business development activities Review partner narrative and financial reports for quality, accuracy, and compliance Track programme progress, deliverables, and deadlines using internal systems and tools Coordinate with finance and M&E teams on budgets, reporting, and programme performance Develop presentations, reports, and communication materials to support programmes and visibility Provide training, guidance, and support to implementing partners and interns Maintain programme documentation, trackers, and databases ensuring accuracy and accessibility Identify risks, bottlenecks, and operational challenges, escalating where necessary Experience and Qualifications Essential Degree (or equivalent experience) in international development, humanitarian studies, or a related field Minimum 3 years' experience in programme coordination, project management, or humanitarian/development contexts Proven experience in proposal development, including budgeting Experience working with implementing partners and managing multi-country programmes Strong organisational, communication, and analytical skills Experience reviewing reports and ensuring donor compliance Desirable Experience working with donor-funded programmes Familiarity with finance and M&E processes Experience developing programme materials and using tools such as Excel, PowerPoint, Canva, or Adobe Ability to work across multiple time zones in a fast-paced environment If you are a Programmes Officer based in Shirley, Birmingham, who is seeking a new challenge, please get in touch! INDHP Interested? Please click the 'APPLY' button now! BCR aim to get back to all successful applicants within 24 hours however if you have not received a response within this period then it may be that your application has been unsuccessful. BELL CORNWALL RECRUITMENT We want to make finding a job that you will love as effortless as possible and can offer evening appointments to fit around your working life. Love Work Be Happy Follow BCR on to view all of the latest jobs. (For the purposes of recruiting for this vacancy Bell Cornwall Recruitment is acting as a recruitment agency. Bell Cornwall Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer who welcomes applications from all age groups) PA/Executive Assistants, Secretarial, Reception, Administration, Marketing, IT, HR, Law, Finance, Customer Services, Sales