Job Title: Financial Accountant Location: West-Kent Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 per annum + Benefits + Bonus Responsibilities: Prepare financial statements and reports, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements. Perform monthly closing activities, reconciliations, and accruals. Manage VAT returns and ensure compliance with tax regulations. Assist in the prepar tion of statutory accounts. Collaborate with other departments to analyze financial data and provide insights for decision-making. Contribute to budgeting and forecasting processes. Ensure accurate and timely recording of financial transactions. Support internal and external audits. Person Specification: Qualified ACA/ACCA Previous experience within a similar role Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Job Title: Financial Accountant Location: West-Kent Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 per annum + Benefits + Bonus Responsibilities: Prepare financial statements and reports, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements. Perform monthly closing activities, reconciliations, and accruals. Manage VAT returns and ensure compliance with tax regulations. Assist in the prepar

Finance Director Location: Mid-Kent Company: A growing SME business in the construction industry Salary: £75,000 - £80,000 per annum About Us: We are a dynamic and forward-thinking SME with a strong track record. As we continue to expand, we are seeking a qualified Finance Director to join our team and drive our financial strategy. Responsibilities: Oversee all financial operations, in luding budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. Provide strategic financial guidance to the executive team. Manage the finance team, ensuring accurate and timely financial transactions. Develop and implement financial policies and procedures. Collaborate with other departments to optimise financial performance. Qualifications: Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA). Proven experience as a Finance Director or similar role. Strong leadership skills and the ability to influence decision-making. Excellent communication and analytical abilities. Benefits: £75,000 - £80,000 + discretionary bonus. Opportunity to shape the financial direction of a growing SME. Flexible work

Finance Director Location: Mid-Kent Company: A growing SME business in the construction industry Salary: £75,000 - £80,000 per annum About Us: We are a dynamic and forward-thinking SME with a strong track record. As we continue to expand, we are seeking a qualified Finance Director to join our team and drive our financial strategy. Responsibilities: Oversee all financial operations, in

Your new company Established Accountancy Practice in Bromley with an impressive client portfolio that continues to grow. Your new role Working alongside the directors of the firm your role will be varied and will include: Preparation of financial statements. Preparation and submission of VAT returns. Preparation of corporation tax returns. Preparation of monthly management accounts. Revi wing the work prepared by junior members of the team. What you'll need to succeed You will an accomplished accountant with at least three years experience gained within public practice (qualified, part qualified or qualified by experience) with excellent IT and communication skills. What you'll get in return Excellent salary. Friendly and professional working environment. Excellent career development opportunities. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on yo

Your new company Established Accountancy Practice in Bromley with an impressive client portfolio that continues to grow. Your new role Working alongside the directors of the firm your role will be varied and will include: Preparation of financial statements. Preparation and submission of VAT returns. Preparation of corporation tax returns. Preparation of monthly management accounts. Revi

The Management Accountant position is aimed primarily at a newly/ fully qualified Management Accountant with a strong eye for detail alongside excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to delivering positive change. This is an excellent opportunity to join a long established business and have grown exponentially over the last 5 years.  The role will include: - Preparation f monthly management accounts including variance analysis, cash flow etc. - Monthly budgeting and forecasting. - Analysis of sales and sales reporting. - Working closely with the Finance Manager on ad-hoc projects. - Maximising the efficiencies within the finance department and in relation to use of software packages. - Ensure that balance sheet controls are in place on a regular basis. In addition to the above, you must have a positive and flexible approach to your work. You will work as a key member of a team and will enjoy plenty of early exposure to senior non finance stakeholders across the business. Farrer Barnes Ltd does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, ge

The Management Accountant position is aimed primarily at a newly/ fully qualified Management Accountant with a strong eye for detail alongside excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to delivering positive change. This is an excellent opportunity to join a long established business and have grown exponentially over the last 5 years.  The role will include: - Preparation

SENIOR EXTERNAL AUDIT MANAGER, STATUTORY AUDIT APPOINTMENT, WITH A DIFFERENCE! - London I am currently supporting a world-renowned organisation who are looking to appoint an experienced statutory auditor to their team. This is a senior appointment within the organisation and is a very exciting opportunity for someone who is perhaps at a crossroads in their career, someone looking to regain some work-life balance but still looking for a challenging role. This would suit someone looking for an interesting and varied role where you have the autonomy and independence to manage your workload whilst still being supported by an experienced national team of colleagues. This role involves supporting a very varied client base but without the pressures usually seen within an audit role. It does involve travel but only in a regional capacity within a local geographical area, with very occasional travel to London. You will rarely spend more than a day or two on any one audit and you will see varied days with no two days the same. There is very low staff turnover, and you will be working in a

SENIOR EXTERNAL AUDIT MANAGER, STATUTORY AUDIT APPOINTMENT, WITH A DIFFERENCE! - London I am currently supporting a world-renowned organisation who are looking to appoint an experienced statutory auditor to their team. This is a senior appointment within the organisation and is a very exciting opportunity for someone who is perhaps at a crossroads in their career, someone looking to regain some

Finance Business Partner – FP&A | Remote – Kent | Up to £55k Great opportunity for a commercially astute Finance Business Partner to join the Head Office function of a large, International business in a largely remote capacity. Regular travel to meet the team who are based in Kent is required so you must be within a commutable distance. This role will take responsibility for the outward facing element of the FP&A function. This will involve regular business partnering with key stakeholders within the division and ongoing financial support to those stakeholders. This will involve business partnering on cornerstone items such as 5-year plans, budgets, forecasts, month-end performance as well trading, operational and project related finance support. This role will work closely with and support the Head of Finance. Role details: • Ensuring finance is well represented within the business and maintains an outward facing presence • Business partnering with the key stakeholders to ensure that the above elements are produced to a high degree of accuracy • Production o

Finance Business Partner – FP&A | Remote – Kent | Up to £55k Great opportunity for a commercially astute Finance Business Partner to join the Head Office function of a large, International business in a largely remote capacity. Regular travel to meet the team who are based in Kent is required so you must be within a commutable distance. This role will take responsibility for the outward

My client based in Medway is looking to bring in a pensions officer on an initial temporary basis of 2 months with a view to being extended or even becoming permanent. Reporting directly to the Head of Finance and Payroll Manager this role will involve clearing a back log of pension issues. This role will involve dealing with Local Government Pension Scheme and Teachers Pension scheme admin. It is imperative that you have extensive background in payroll and pensions, ideally within an education background and have experience of LGPS and TPS pension schemes. My client is looking to fill this role as a matter of urgency so you must be available immediately or at short notice. Farrer Barnes Ltd does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. Farrer Barnes Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.

My client based in Medway is looking to bring in a pensions officer on an initial temporary basis of 2 months with a view to being extended or even becoming permanent. Reporting directly to the Head of Finance and Payroll Manager this role will involve clearing a back log of pension issues. This role will involve dealing with Local Government Pension Scheme and Teachers Pension scheme admin.

Are you an experienced Head of Finance or Finance Manager looking for the next step in your career? I`m working with an established East Kent based business who are seeking an experienced finance professional and people manager to join the existing team. Key responsibilities: - To undertake all accounting functions and oversee the production of monthly management accounts and year-end statu ory accounts. - To ensure the integrity of financial activities and financial records by developing, implementing, and maintaining accurate and efficient processes for all financial activity - To ensure compliance with applicable laws and procedures - To produce consistent and reliable financial reporting, monitoring accounts, activity reports and financial forecasts as required by internal and external stakeholders. - Day to day management of a small dedicated finance team. Salary on offer based on experience is from £45,000 to £50,000, plus a range of company benefits and generous hybrid/remote working. #J11557 Unfortunately, due to the high number of applications currently b

Are you an experienced Head of Finance or Finance Manager looking for the next step in your career? I`m working with an established East Kent based business who are seeking an experienced finance professional and people manager to join the existing team. Key responsibilities: - To undertake all accounting functions and oversee the production of monthly management accounts and year-end statu

Our client, a well-established manufacturer in the Medway towns has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Payroll Officer to join their friendly HR team on a permanent part time basis. Pay Rate is £14.44-£16.44 per hour This is a 24 hour a week role and can be split over 4 or 5 days per week, typically working 9am-3pm, Monday-Thursday or 9.30am-2.30pm, Monday-Friday. You will be e suring the correct monthly pay for 130 staff inclusive of SSP, SMP and SSP where applicable Ensuring full compliance is achieved with regards to HMRC and produce reports and journals as required. Your main duties will include: * Arranging the payment of staff salaries through the ADP IHCM2 Payroll System, involving the collation and input of all relevant information for the monthly payroll- including new starters, leavers, benefits, contract changes, sickness, absences, maternity, paternity, overtime, expenses, holidays etc. * To prepare and produce payroll reports to approve salaries * To process and upload production employees time and attendance each week for payment * Iss

Our client, a well-established manufacturer in the Medway towns has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Payroll Officer to join their friendly HR team on a permanent part time basis. Pay Rate is £14.44-£16.44 per hour This is a 24 hour a week role and can be split over 4 or 5 days per week, typically working 9am-3pm, Monday-Thursday or 9.30am-2.30pm, Monday-Friday. You will be e

My client is a South East London independent school, looking to recruit a Bursar to oversee the schools financial and business affairs. The Bursar role will work closely with the Head Teacher on the day to day running of the school and sits on the Schools senior leadership team. As a pivotal member of the Senior Leadership Team, the Bursar will make a significant contribution to the stra egic direction of the school, overseeing the School`s Finances and Human Resources, ensuring alignment with organisational aims and objectives. This multifaceted role involves close collaboration with a variety of internal and external stakeholders to ensure that the School delivers on the highest non-teaching standards.   The role is supported by a dedicated support team, covering expertise in finance, HR, operations and premises. The role looks to provides timely financial and HR support to facilitate strategic and operational decision-making. Additionally, the post holder will ensure compliance with statutory obligations and best practices. Strong business acumen and previous exp

My client is a South East London independent school, looking to recruit a Bursar to oversee the schools financial and business affairs. The Bursar role will work closely with the Head Teacher on the day to day running of the school and sits on the Schools senior leadership team. As a pivotal member of the Senior Leadership Team, the Bursar will make a significant contribution to the stra

Exciting Opportunity: Part-time Finance manager Are you ready to lead the financial strategy for a dynamic public sector organisation? We're seeking a Finance manager to drive effective financial planning, promote their organisation as a leader in its sector, and ensure continued growth and learning. Role Overview: * Leadership: You'll lead the finance team, ensuring its efficient functionin . * Strategic Involvement: As part of the Senior Management Team (SMT), you'll actively participate in key decisions related to strategic planning, implementation, review, and impact assessment. * Financial Controls: Implement robust financial controls, policies, and procedures across all activities, including planning, budgeting, income generation, expenditure, and reporting. * Compliance: Ensure organization-wide compliance with internal financial procedures and legal requirements. * Budgeting and Forecasting: Develop the annual budget and financial forecasts. * Cashflow Management: Oversee cashflow to maintain financial stability. * Year-End Accounts: Prepare year-end accounts

Exciting Opportunity: Part-time Finance manager Are you ready to lead the financial strategy for a dynamic public sector organisation? We're seeking a Finance manager to drive effective financial planning, promote their organisation as a leader in its sector, and ensure continued growth and learning. Role Overview: * Leadership: You'll lead the finance team, ensuring its efficient functionin

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Financial Analyst / Modeller / Cost Accountant to join a Kent based business and make a real commercial and strategic difference on an existing project on a 9-month Fixed Term Contract. Your role will be to take a lead on a substantial volume-based project, with fixed and variable cost elements with a number of different payment streams. The role: - Establish a framework to analyse the cost drivers for the payments events to appropriately allocate costs. - Propose appropriate methods for allocation of payroll costs that does not require significant workforce planning/time keeping exercises. - Compare original funding model by payment event with the current operations and costings to identify and analyse differences. - Scenario plan and suggest new funding models for 2 key subcontractors based on an understanding of their operations and volumes and how they are reflected in the relevant contracts. - Substantiate differences to pursue commercial discussions with the relevant stakeholders. - Establish the process for a working gr

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Financial Analyst / Modeller / Cost Accountant to join a Kent based business and make a real commercial and strategic difference on an existing project on a 9-month Fixed Term Contract. Your role will be to take a lead on a substantial volume-based project, with fixed and variable cost elements with a number of different payment streams. The role:

Your new company You will work for an exciting public sector organisation. The Head of Finance role is the strategic lead for the finance department, driving and overseeing effective and high-quality financial planning, aiding the organisation in promoting itself as leading in its sector and ensuring continued growth and learning for the organisation. This role is part-time (ideally 22.5 - 30 ho rs per week), with agreement of hours and working pattern to be discussed at interview. Your new role * To lead the finance team, ensuring it functions efficiently. * To be an effective and active part of the SMT, being involved in key decisions concerning the planning, implementation, review, and impact of the organisation's strategic plans. * Implement the organisation financial controls, policies, and procedures in regard to all activity including planning, budgeting, income generation, expenditure and reporting. * Ensure organisation-wide compliance with internal financial procedures and legal compliance. * Develop the annual budget and financial forecasting. * Overs

Your new company You will work for an exciting public sector organisation. The Head of Finance role is the strategic lead for the finance department, driving and overseeing effective and high-quality financial planning, aiding the organisation in promoting itself as leading in its sector and ensuring continued growth and learning for the organisation. This role is part-time (ideally 22.5 - 30 ho

Your new company Our client, a dynamic and growing organisation based in Kent, is seeking an experienced Management Accountant to join their finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys contributing to the financial success of a business.Your new role * Financial Reporting: Prepare accurate and timely management ccounts, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reports. * Budgeting and Forecasting: Collaborate with department heads to create budgets, monitor performance against targets, and provide insightful analysis. * Variance Analysis: Investigate and explain any discrepancies between actual and budgeted figures. * Cost Control: Monitor costs, identify cost-saving opportunities, and recommend improvements. * Month-End Close: Ensure timely and accurate month-end processes. * Client Interaction: Work closely with clients, providing financial advice and support. What you'll need to succeed * Part-qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent). * Expe

Your new company Our client, a dynamic and growing organisation based in Kent, is seeking an experienced Management Accountant to join their finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys contributing to the financial success of a business.Your new role * Financial Reporting: Prepare accurate and timely management

This is a fantastic opportunity for a newly qualified or someone with 1-5 years PQE looking for their 1st or 2nd move out of practice. The Senior Reporting Accountant is responsible for reviewing the monthly income statement and balance sheet submissions and liaising with the businesses on any queries, preparing consolidation and push down entries into the consolidation system and supporting th leadership team in ensuring accurate consolidated financial information is reported for UK and Europe. The role provides ad-hoc technical support to Finance teams across International divisions; preparing documentation for share based payments, accounting for the defined benefit pension and leading the lease accounting (both under IFRS and US GAAP). This role will collaborate with the tax teams to ensure international recharges are reported correctly in the financial statements as well as preparing monthly postings and reports for the International overhead costs and collaborating with FP&A teams on any variances. Key responsibilities: - Work with the reporting teams to resolve any

This is a fantastic opportunity for a newly qualified or someone with 1-5 years PQE looking for their 1st or 2nd move out of practice. The Senior Reporting Accountant is responsible for reviewing the monthly income statement and balance sheet submissions and liaising with the businesses on any queries, preparing consolidation and push down entries into the consolidation system and supporting th

Your new company You will work for a leading insurance-based organisation, and will sit within the Central Finance team, which is led by the Head of finance Operations and is responsible for the collection of charges across the organisation. Your new role * Manage the collection of Corporation revenue, by overseeing the end-to-end processing of the system. * Lead the administration of he Overseas Trust Funds adjustments, including submission of regulatory reports, etc. * Anticipating business needs and providing operational and technical expertise. * Ensure process and controls are adequately documented and designed and operate effectively. * Ensuring that the monthly reconciliations of the balance sheet control accounts are carried out. * Driving process improvement, system development and increasing efficiencies. What you'll need to succeed * Ability to manage and develop teams. * Able to build rapport with a broad range of stakeholders, both internal and external. * Proactive attitude towards identifying issues and recommending solutions. * Abilit

Your new company You will work for a leading insurance-based organisation, and will sit within the Central Finance team, which is led by the Head of finance Operations and is responsible for the collection of charges across the organisation. Your new role * Manage the collection of Corporation revenue, by overseeing the end-to-end processing of the system. * Lead the administration of

Your new company I am looking for an experienced and highly motivated Finance Director to join a SME construction business based in North Kent. As the Finance Director, you will play a crucial role in overseeing all financial aspects of the company and report directly to the directors of the business. Your new role * Drive the financial planning of the company by analysing performance and risks.: * Oversee the company's finance IT system. * Provide guidance and advice on general accounting matters. * Manage and supervise the finance team, providing mentorship and support. * Contribute to the achievement of the company's business objectives by providing advice and guidance on financial strategy. * Collaborate with other departments to align financial goals with overall business goals * Assist in annual budgeting and forecasting. What you\'ll need to succeed * Qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA * Experience of working in the construction industry * Have worked as number 1 in finance for a SME business * Managed a team previously * Strong Excel and IT Skills

Your new company I am looking for an experienced and highly motivated Finance Director to join a SME construction business based in North Kent. As the Finance Director, you will play a crucial role in overseeing all financial aspects of the company and report directly to the directors of the business. Your new role * Drive the financial planning of the company by analysing performance and

Are you an accomplished and commercially focused Finance Business Partner seeking a new and challenging opportunity that will drive change within an established business? If so, I`d love to hear from you. I`m supporting an international business based in Kent to source a new Financial Business Partner who will provide leadership and oversight within a divisional finance function. Key respo sibilities: - Provide strategic and operational financial advice to the Board and Senior Management in order to shape and influence future corporate strategies. - Support advice with high quality analysis and interpretation, including trending, benchmarking and KPI analysis to support the business decision making process. - Provide strategic leadership and oversight in order to develop and implement sector strategies. - Lead the planning, reporting and business analysis activities for the business, ensuring that there are sufficient controls in place to ensure the accuracy, completeness, timeliness and relevance of all information and that the accounting treatment adheres to current U

Are you an accomplished and commercially focused Finance Business Partner seeking a new and challenging opportunity that will drive change within an established business? If so, I`d love to hear from you. I`m supporting an international business based in Kent to source a new Financial Business Partner who will provide leadership and oversight within a divisional finance function. Key respo

Your new company You will be part of an exciting public sector organisation based in Chatham, Kent. This role is a part-time role, which can be done over 2–4 days per week. Your new role The Finance and Operations Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the organisation, helping to ensure the long-term resilience and sustainability of the organisation through the appli ation of sound financial, administrative, and human resource principles and policies. What you'll need to succeed You will have experience within a similar role, as well as be able to use Xero or have good knowledge of the system. What you'll get in return You will receive a competitive salary of circa £35,000 (as a full time equivalent), as well as hybrid working. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited ac

Your new company You will be part of an exciting public sector organisation based in Chatham, Kent. This role is a part-time role, which can be done over 2–4 days per week. Your new role The Finance and Operations Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the organisation, helping to ensure the long-term resilience and sustainability of the organisation through the appli

I am recruiting a part time credit controller who will only need to attend the office 1 or 2 days a month. If you have a strong background in credit control and are seeking a part-time opportunity within a family run organisation, we encourage you to apply. Key Responsibilities: - Maintain and manage the businesses accounts receivable ledger. - Contact clients regarding overdue invoices and pay ent reminders. - Negotiate payment plans and settlements with clients, when necessary. - Monitor and review aged debtor reports to identify outstanding balances. - Update and maintain accurate client records in the billing system. - Work closely with legal professionals and clients to resolve payment issues. - Provide regular reports on outstanding debts to management. - Assist in the development and implementation of credit control policies and procedures. - Ensure compliance with all relevant legal and regulatory requirements. If you have previous experience in credit control in a standalone position and you are seeking a part time opportunity, then this is an excellent opportunity

I am recruiting a part time credit controller who will only need to attend the office 1 or 2 days a month. If you have a strong background in credit control and are seeking a part-time opportunity within a family run organisation, we encourage you to apply. Key Responsibilities: - Maintain and manage the businesses accounts receivable ledger. - Contact clients regarding overdue invoices and pay