Cobb & Jones Recruitment

Assistant Management Accountant| Aylesford/Hybrid| £30k - £35k Our client, a successful group of companies are looking to recruit an Assistant Management Accountant on a permanent basis. As Assistant Management Accountant you will ensure the accounting for revenue, materials, overheads and plant costs is well controlled and reported in an accurate, timely and complete manner. This includes al allocations, accruals, prepayments and recharges in these areas. This role offers Hybrid working with 3 days in the office and 2 from home. You will work a 37.5 hour week. The purpose of this role is to support the finance function with the following:- • Revenue accounting • Materials accounting - this includes stock records and any relevant accruals. • Fixed asset registers including additions, disposals, depreciation. • Plant costs including any necessary accruals or prepayments. • Overheads costs • To reconcile all relevant balance sheet accounts and ensure all postings are investigated and understood. • Participate in the budgeting and forecasting proces

Assistant Management Accountant| Aylesford/Hybrid| £30k - £35k Our client, a successful group of companies are looking to recruit an Assistant Management Accountant on a permanent basis. As Assistant Management Accountant you will ensure the accounting for revenue, materials, overheads and plant costs is well controlled and reported in an accurate, timely and complete manner. This includes al

Payroll Officer | Faversham | £25K - £26K pro rata Our client, a well established business has seen growth and is looking to add another member to the payroll team on a part time basis. The ideal candidate would be looking to work 25 hours per week. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to: • Ensure Accurate and Timely Payroll Processing: Assist in the operation of the comp terized payroll system to guarantee accurate and timely payment for all employees. • Data Verification and Entry: Verify and enter information in the HR system as required to ensure accurate import into the payroll system. • Support Workplaces: Provide necessary support to workplaces to ensure they can provide accurate information required to run the payroll. • Check and Record Sickness/Absence: On an ongoing basis, review weekly sickness/absence sheets from departments, check for errors, and record sick hours for SSP and Occupational Sick Pay purposes. • Payroll Information Verification: Upon receipt of payroll information, check for errors and make the necessary changes or entr

Payroll Officer | Faversham | £25K - £26K pro rata Our client, a well established business has seen growth and is looking to add another member to the payroll team on a part time basis. The ideal candidate would be looking to work 25 hours per week. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to: • Ensure Accurate and Timely Payroll Processing: Assist in the operation of the comp

Management Accountant | Faversham - Hybrid | £40k - £45k A leading Kent employer are looking to appoint a Management Accountant to join their team. Reporting to the Finance Manager you will assist in preparing and publishing monthly management accounts, analysing business performance and providing explanations for variances to budget, forecast and prior year. The company offer Hybrid worki g options with 3 days in the office, 2 from home. Responsibilities/Tasks: • Produce timely and accurate monthly Management Accounts • Maintain balance sheet control for all areas of responsibility through up-to-date balance sheet reconciliations. • Lead the production, review and analysis of annual budgets and monthly forecasts with all relevant managers. • Analyse business performance against Budget, Forecast and Prior Year on a timely basis, providing insight and challenge to managers to drive improved business results. • Operate in line with company standards for financial control to safeguard company assets and report any non-compliance. • To maintain an up-to-date a

Management Accountant | Faversham - Hybrid | £40k - £45k A leading Kent employer are looking to appoint a Management Accountant to join their team. Reporting to the Finance Manager you will assist in preparing and publishing monthly management accounts, analysing business performance and providing explanations for variances to budget, forecast and prior year. The company offer Hybrid worki

Senior Credit Controller | Outskirts of Sevenoaks/Hybrid | Salary £30K + Bonuses My client, who is a large, multisite business, is looking to recruit a Senior Sales Ledger Clerk to join their finance team. The purpose of this role is to assist with the management of the revenue. You will have one direct report, support the revenue team, ensure accurate invoicing, cash collection, query resolu ion and credit control. Responsibilities • In depth reconciliation of debtor accounts • Collection of outstanding invoices • Co-ordinate with sites and funders • Ensuring Processes are up to date and followed correctly • Ensure invoices are paid on time • Collection of aged invoices as detailed in the aged debtors report • Liaise with internal departments to ensure invoicing Is accurate and queries resolved promptly • Raising of invoices and credit notes • Build and maintain relationships with both internal and external stakeholders Experience • Experience in both billing and credit control • Flexible and able to deal promptly with queries and inform

Senior Credit Controller | Outskirts of Sevenoaks/Hybrid | Salary £30K + Bonuses My client, who is a large, multisite business, is looking to recruit a Senior Sales Ledger Clerk to join their finance team. The purpose of this role is to assist with the management of the revenue. You will have one direct report, support the revenue team, ensure accurate invoicing, cash collection, query resolu

Head of Finance | Aylesford | £80k - £100k Cobb & Jones are exclusively supporting a small, yet complex Group of companies in their search for a new Head of Finance, reporting into the Finance Director the Head of Finance will have overall responsibility for the day to day running of the Group finance function, team management and management accounts. Why Join This Company? Whilst, like m st businesses they have their challenges, quirks and areas to improve, what they do boast is a group of people worth shouting about, an excellent senior management team with capability and strong communication skills to build an environment where people want to work. Responsibilities: • Oversee accuracy and delivery of monthly management accounts, balance sheet and additional reporting relevant to Board Reports • Team management, mentoring and development • Support year-end process for Group, external audit and statutory accounts • Ensure accurate and timely submission of quarterly VAT returns • Management of bank relationships • Cashflow management and forecasting •

Head of Finance | Aylesford | £80k - £100k Cobb & Jones are exclusively supporting a small, yet complex Group of companies in their search for a new Head of Finance, reporting into the Finance Director the Head of Finance will have overall responsibility for the day to day running of the Group finance function, team management and management accounts. Why Join This Company? Whilst, like m

Assistant Accountant | Maidstone - Hybrid | £26-32K A new exciting opportunity has become available for a leading business in their field on the outskirts of Maidstone. The client have gone through a large growth period and are now looking to add to their team. Responsibilities will include: • Process financial documents such as invoices, bills, and accounts payable and receivable • C mpleting financial reports on a regular basis and providing information to the finance team • Completing bank reconciliations • Processing payments to suppliers • Processing business expenses • Providing information to external auditors • Verifying balances in account books and rectifying discrepancies • Verifying bank deposits • Managing day-to-day transactions • Posting daily receipts • Reporting on debtors and creditors • Handling accruals and prepayments • Managing monthly budgeting tasks Candidate Profile: • A high level of attention to detail • Excellent communication skills • Can do attitude • Inquisitive

Assistant Accountant | Maidstone - Hybrid | £26-32K A new exciting opportunity has become available for a leading business in their field on the outskirts of Maidstone. The client have gone through a large growth period and are now looking to add to their team. Responsibilities will include: • Process financial documents such as invoices, bills, and accounts payable and receivable • C

Our client a multi-site group are looking for an experienced Senior Financial Accountant for their offices in the Medway Towns.  This person will act as the main point of contact for the UK and provide support to the Financial Controller and finance team in producing their monthly and annual reporting.  Hybrid working on offer for this role + excellent benefits. Key Responsibilities Accura e financial reporting and contribution to the budget/ forecast processing Liaise with internal and external auditors and ensure a smooth process and resolution of queries Continue to help develop robust forecasting process, including Budget and Plan years for Income Statement, Balance Sheet and Cash flow. Report Risks & Opportunities and key Initiatives to deliver Internal and external audit point of contact Developing a sound knowledge of joint venture and joint operation related matters to support the Group Finance Manager as being the Group’s ‘go-to’ experts; To administer the companies assets and liabilities in accordance with the established financial controls and accounting

Our client a multi-site group are looking for an experienced Senior Financial Accountant for their offices in the Medway Towns.  This person will act as the main point of contact for the UK and provide support to the Financial Controller and finance team in producing their monthly and annual reporting.  Hybrid working on offer for this role + excellent benefits. Key Responsibilities Accura

Finance Director | Strood | £90k - £100k DOE Cobb & Jones have been retained exclusively to support in the search for a new Finance Director. Working closely with the CEO and SLT, the Finance Director will have responsibility for a small finance team, overall financial control and the financial direction and strategy of the company. The business is a passionate and reactive organisation that as adapted well to market challenges, whilst they have strong leadership from an operations perspective, this role will be crucial to continue commercial improvements. Responsibilities: • Team management, coaching, development, continue to review structure and allow for business growth • Prepare and deliver all relevant financial reporting to the Board and communicate effectively with the wider senior management teams • Lead on all FP&A processes, including annual and monthly budgets, forecasts and longer-term models • Support commercial strategy through cost assessments and projections, support with tenders through margin analysis and SLA/KPI analysis and reporting • Provi

Finance Director | Strood | £90k - £100k DOE Cobb & Jones have been retained exclusively to support in the search for a new Finance Director. Working closely with the CEO and SLT, the Finance Director will have responsibility for a small finance team, overall financial control and the financial direction and strategy of the company. The business is a passionate and reactive organisation that

Accounts Payable Manager | Hybrid – Dartford | £40k - £45k + Bonus This role as Accounts Payable Manager will be part of a Global organisation who continue to grow. This organisation has an enviable reputation for having an outstanding culture, resulting in incredibly low staff turnover and very few opportunities to join the finance team. With flexible hybrid working options available. Re

Accounts Payable Manager | Hybrid – Dartford | £40k - £45k + Bonus This role as Accounts Payable Manager will be part of a Global organisation who continue to grow. This organisation has an enviable reputation for having an outstanding culture, resulting in incredibly low staff turnover and very few opportunities to join the finance team. With flexible hybrid working options available. Re

Credit Controller | Sittingbourne | Salary £23-27K Our client is a forward-thinking company committed to excellence in every aspect of the business. As they continue to grow, they are seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Credit Controller to join the finance team. Responsibilities • Open new credit accounts for customers ensuring that the information provided is accurate and they are trading under the correct legal entity. Ensuring the credit policy and procedures are adhered to • Monitor and review customer credit limits in line with the company credit policy and procedures • Ensure bin customers are set up on Direct Debit or quarterly in advance and process all mandates in a timely manner • Deal promptly with unpaid Direct Debits and Cheques • Log, manage and follow up on queried invoices • Accurately maintain the customer database ensuring credit limits reflect customers’ trading history • Proactively manage the outstanding sales balances before the month end close • Process and document Credit Card transactions ensuring all steps are taken to a

Credit Controller | Sittingbourne | Salary £23-27K Our client is a forward-thinking company committed to excellence in every aspect of the business. As they continue to grow, they are seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Credit Controller to join the finance team. Responsibilities • Open new credit accounts for customers ensuring that the information provided is accurate and they are

Finance Manager FTC | Canterbury | up to £48k We are partnering with a rewarding and inclusive organisation who are looking for a Finance Manager to join them for at least a 12 x month fixed term contract. The ideal candidate will be able to start ASAP to allow for a smooth handover process. The role requires you to be in the office for the first couple of months to learn the business then wi l offer hybrid working with 2 days in the office and 3 working from home. Responsibilities: • Oversee the whole finance function • Oversight of payroll for the business • Reporting and liaising with external stakeholders • Overall responsibility for month-end accounts process • Financial and statutory accounts • Budgets and forecasting for the business • Financial modelling and process improvement The ideal candidate: • ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified or qualified by experience candidates to be considered • Solid book-keeping experience with background in managing core company accounting functions, including the preparation of statutory accounts. • Team player

Finance Manager FTC | Canterbury | up to £48k We are partnering with a rewarding and inclusive organisation who are looking for a Finance Manager to join them for at least a 12 x month fixed term contract. The ideal candidate will be able to start ASAP to allow for a smooth handover process. The role requires you to be in the office for the first couple of months to learn the business then wi

Interim Group Accountant | Tunbridge Wells - Hybrid | £65k -£85k DOE Cobb & Jones Recruitment are supporting a busy technology services organisation in their search for a new Interim Group Accountant for an ongoing assignment. Reporting into the Finance Director, the Group Accountant will oversee the Group Accounts, ensuring accuracy and efficiency whilst meeting both internal and statutory r porting requirements. Responsible for all monthly and annual financial reporting, consolidation, analysis and maintaining regulatory compliance across all companies in the Group. Responsibilities: • Responsible for all internal monthly reporting across the UK and US companies, aligning practices to Group requirements and providing comprehensive variance analysis vs forecast. • Responsible for all statutory & external reporting including Intrastat, government returns (ONS), insurance sums, VAT returns, R&D claims etc. plus external audit prep and annual statutory accounts. • Responsible for month-end closure, including account reconciliations, nominal ledger review and internal s

Interim Group Accountant | Tunbridge Wells - Hybrid | £65k -£85k DOE Cobb & Jones Recruitment are supporting a busy technology services organisation in their search for a new Interim Group Accountant for an ongoing assignment. Reporting into the Finance Director, the Group Accountant will oversee the Group Accounts, ensuring accuracy and efficiency whilst meeting both internal and statutory r

Accounts Assistant | Maidstone Kent | £30K – Fixed Term Contract Our client based on the outskirts of Maidstone are looking to appoint a Accounts Assistant to join their team on a 12 month fixed term contract. Reporting to the Finance Director, this role is responsible for supporting the Finance team, ensuring that all purchase and sales invoices are accurately recorded. Responsibilities nclude posting invoices, ensuring all sales invoices are recorded on various customer web portals. Specific projects will also be designated to the job-holder. You will be responsible for:- • Manage the sales ledger • Processing sales invoices and credit notes • Investigating any queries • Processing receipts and allocating debt notes • Sending statements to customers • General credit control duties You will need:- • Excellent attention to detail • Ability to work well in a team • Excellent organisational skills • Confident and great communication skill

Accounts Assistant | Maidstone Kent | £30K – Fixed Term Contract Our client based on the outskirts of Maidstone are looking to appoint a Accounts Assistant to join their team on a 12 month fixed term contract. Reporting to the Finance Director, this role is responsible for supporting the Finance team, ensuring that all purchase and sales invoices are accurately recorded. Responsibilities

Senior HR Manager | 65-85k + bonus | Mid Kent (Hybrid) Opportunity Our client, a growing and successful services business in Kent is seeking to appoint a talented and experienced HR Manager. The Senior HR Manager will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of human resources, managing and developing a small HR team in a growing business with c300 employees. The role involves managing acti ities such as process improvement, recruitment, employee relations, performance management, training & development, talent management & review of company benefits. Additionally, the HR Manager will lead a key project aimed at managing cultural change within the organisation, ensuring the company culture evolves to support business goals and employee satisfaction. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual to grow with the business and add value in a challenging role. This is a hybrid role with a minimum of 2 days in the office. Acting as a key member of the senior management team, areas of responsibility will include: • The ability to address strategic people challenges

Senior HR Manager | 65-85k + bonus | Mid Kent (Hybrid) Opportunity Our client, a growing and successful services business in Kent is seeking to appoint a talented and experienced HR Manager. The Senior HR Manager will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of human resources, managing and developing a small HR team in a growing business with c300 employees. The role involves managing acti

Accounts Assistant | Maidstone | £23-25k Our client, a successful, well-established services business is seeking to recruit an Accounts Trainee to join their friendly and long-standing team. This exciting opportunity would suit an individual who either has previous office or accounts experience and would be keen to complete a recognised accountancy qualification or an individual looking for th ir first office-based role. Full training will be given in this varied role with the opportunity for great career progression. Responsibilities will include: • Recording and processing cheques • Stock control, ordering and processing stationary requests • Reconciling daily banking • Filing invoices • Supporting the Purchase Ledger and Sales Ledger function; assisting with reconciliations of the sales and purchase ledger • Requesting copy invoices • Posting and scanning invoices • Sending remittance advices • Reconciling the nominal account and reporting PRC balance sheet accounts • Assisting with the Treasury function • Participate in the rota for daily ba

Accounts Assistant | Maidstone | £23-25k Our client, a successful, well-established services business is seeking to recruit an Accounts Trainee to join their friendly and long-standing team. This exciting opportunity would suit an individual who either has previous office or accounts experience and would be keen to complete a recognised accountancy qualification or an individual looking for th

Finance Analyst | Hybrid – Dartford | £55k - £60k + Bonus This role as Finance Analyst will be part of a Global organisation who continue to grow. This organisation has an enviable reputation for having an outstanding culture, resulting in incredibly low staff turnover and very few opportunities to join the finance team. With flexible hybrid working options available. Reporting to the Finance Director, the Finance Analyst will be responsible for the forecasting, budgeting, analytical business activities, financial planning and analysis, and finance projects. Responsibilities: • To review monthly accounting data against budget and prior year data, identifying and investigating material deviations and highlighting areas of concern for appropriate further investigation and action. • To coordinate, control and assist in the preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts (Latest Estimates) in line with the global reporting schedule. • To support periodic cost control and forecast/ budgetary planning. • To facilitate the “Finance Road Map” by helping to

Finance Analyst | Hybrid – Dartford | £55k - £60k + Bonus This role as Finance Analyst will be part of a Global organisation who continue to grow. This organisation has an enviable reputation for having an outstanding culture, resulting in incredibly low staff turnover and very few opportunities to join the finance team. With flexible hybrid working options available. Reporting to the

Credit Controller | Tunbridge Wells | Up to £30K This is a great opportunity for an experienced Credit Controller to join a business who are a leading player in their field. They are based in a fantastic location and are looking for a new member to come into the team and grow with the company. Working as part of a small team, as the Credit Controller, you will be responsible for: • Process ng invoices • Allocating payments to the account • Account reconciliations • Preparing debtor reports • Improving company processes • Dealing with queries Skills: - • Excellent communication skills • Excellent organisational skills • Ability to work well in a team • Analytical skills and thorough attention to detail

Credit Controller | Tunbridge Wells | Up to £30K This is a great opportunity for an experienced Credit Controller to join a business who are a leading player in their field. They are based in a fantastic location and are looking for a new member to come into the team and grow with the company. Working as part of a small team, as the Credit Controller, you will be responsible for: • Process

Accounts Officer | Canterbury | Up to £32K – temp to perm Our client is a forward-thinking company committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. As they continue to grow, they are seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join our finance team. This role will predominantly focus on managing the purchase ledger and ensuring smooth and accurate financial transacti ns. Key responsibilities: • Process supplier invoices and ensure they are accurately recorded in the financial system. • Match invoices to purchase orders and delivery notes, resolving any discrepancies promptly. • Reconcile supplier statements and manage any queries or issues that arise. • Maintain and update the purchase ledger, ensuring all data is accurate and up-to-date. • Communicate effectively with suppliers and internal departments to resolve any payment or invoicing issues. • Covering sales ledger and credit control when needed. Candidate Profile: • Excellent numerical and data entry skills. • Strong organisational and time management abilities. •

Accounts Officer | Canterbury | Up to £32K – temp to perm Our client is a forward-thinking company committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. As they continue to grow, they are seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join our finance team. This role will predominantly focus on managing the purchase ledger and ensuring smooth and accurate financial transacti

Accounts Assistant | Sittingbourne | Up to £30K Our client is a forward-thinking company committed to excellence in every aspect of the business. As they continue to grow, they are seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join their finance team. This role will predominantly focus on managing the purchase ledger and ensuring smooth and accurate financial transactions. Key esponsibilities: • Process supplier invoices and ensure they are accurately recorded in the financial system. • Match invoices to purchase orders and delivery notes, resolving any discrepancies promptly. • Prepare and process payment runs, ensuring timely payments to suppliers. • Reconcile supplier statements and manage any queries or issues that arise. • Maintain and update the purchase ledger, ensuring all data is accurate and up-to-date. • Assist with month-end closing activities, including reconciling accounts payable. • Support the finance team with other accounting tasks as needed, including audits and financial reporting. • Communicate effectively with supplier

Accounts Assistant | Sittingbourne | Up to £30K Our client is a forward-thinking company committed to excellence in every aspect of the business. As they continue to grow, they are seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join their finance team. This role will predominantly focus on managing the purchase ledger and ensuring smooth and accurate financial transactions. Key

Senior Buyer | Sittingbourne | Up to £40K Are you ready for an exciting opportunity that offers a fantastic progression plan? A renowned independent business based in Sittingbourne, Kent, is seeking a talented individual to join their expanding team as a Senior Buyer. With our strong reputation and commitment to growth, this is a chance to thrive in an environment while making a real impact i our dynamic industry. With a progression plan into Procurement Manager and then onto Procurement Director this is a fantastic opportunity with serious growth included. Key responsibilities and accountabilities: • Responsible for cost saving and supporting the Senior Management Team • Liaising with internal and external stakeholders • Identify and evaluate potential suppliers based on quality, price, and reliability. • Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing with suppliers to secure the best possible deals. • Monitor inventory levels and forecast demand to ensure timely procurement of necessary items. • Collaborate with the production, quality control, and logistics

Senior Buyer | Sittingbourne | Up to £40K Are you ready for an exciting opportunity that offers a fantastic progression plan? A renowned independent business based in Sittingbourne, Kent, is seeking a talented individual to join their expanding team as a Senior Buyer. With our strong reputation and commitment to growth, this is a chance to thrive in an environment while making a real impact i