Your new company You will work for an exciting organisation based in Gillingham, Kent. This opportunity is a full time and permanent position. Your new role You will support the Financial Controller, and be responsible for all financial aspects of management reporting and project control, working in conjunction with operational managers, project staff and other members of the finance team to ensure reliable and accurate financial reporting. What you'll need to succeed You will have previous experience in the creation of management accounts and accounting for all areas of P&L and balance sheet including taxation. What you'll get in return You will receive a competitive benefit package and salary. 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 acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and e

Your new company You will work for an exciting organisation based in Gillingham, Kent. This opportunity is a full time and permanent position. Your new role You will support the Financial Controller, and be responsible for all financial aspects of management reporting and project control, working in conjunction with operational managers, project staff and other members of the finance team to

Main Responsibilities: * Analyse monthly management accounts, including income statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements, and variance analysis, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery. * Develop and maintain a rolling 3-year budget for the organisation, incorporating financial forecasts, strategic initiatives, and risk assessments. * Work closely with the DCFO/CFO and finance team to provide financial support and guidance to the Trust's academies and partner organisations. * Lead the annual budgeting process by collaborating with various departments and stakeholders to collect, analyse, and consolidate financial data. * Monitor and evaluate financial performance against budgets and forecasts, identifying trends, variances, and areas of improvement. * Prepare and deliver financial reports and presentations for senior leaders, the governing body, and external stakeholders as required. * Support the development and implementation of financial policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and best practices. * Conduct

Main Responsibilities: * Analyse monthly management accounts, including income statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements, and variance analysis, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery. * Develop and maintain a rolling 3-year budget for the organisation, incorporating financial forecasts, strategic initiatives, and risk assessments. * Work closely with the DCFO/CFO and finance team to

Your new company You will work for a leading organisation in its sector. The FP&A Analyst role is a full-time and permanent role. Your new role The FP&A Analyst role encompasses traditional FP&A responsibilities (such as supporting analysis and reporting of the Company's performance, key parts in budgeting and presentations for high level stakeholders), it is also unique in providing key s pport to the new and evolving ESG department, helping to design, embed, and execute new processes, working closely and with the guidance of senior employees. What you'll need to succeed * You will be part qualified or actively studying towards an accountancy qualification. * You will have experience within a similar role. * Excellent data analysis skills. * Intermediate Excel user. * What you'll get in return You will receive a competitive salary of £40,000 - £50,000 per annum, and be able to work on a hybrid basis (2 days in office per week). 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,

Your new company You will work for a leading organisation in its sector. The FP&A Analyst role is a full-time and permanent role. Your new role The FP&A Analyst role encompasses traditional FP&A responsibilities (such as supporting analysis and reporting of the Company's performance, key parts in budgeting and presentations for high level stakeholders), it is also unique in providing key s

Finance Assistant | Medway | £24-28K We are exclusively working with our client who are looking to add a finance assistant to their growing team. They are a company that prides themselves on having a fantastic company culture and are looking for an enthusiastic individual to join them in their relaxed office. The role is very well rounded and our client is looking for the successful candidate o grow with them and to play a key role in the companies growth over the next few years. Key responsibilities include: • Processing purchase invoices • Raising sales invoices • Allocating receipts & payments • Credit control duties • Assisting in the audit process • Supporting the wider finance team and implementing improvements • Supporting the budgeting process Candidate profile: • Experience working as a Finance Assistant • Great communication skills • AAT Studier, Qualified or QBE • PL & SL Experience • Ability work well on your own as well as in a team.

Finance Assistant | Medway | £24-28K We are exclusively working with our client who are looking to add a finance assistant to their growing team. They are a company that prides themselves on having a fantastic company culture and are looking for an enthusiastic individual to join them in their relaxed office. The role is very well rounded and our client is looking for the successful candidate

Accounts Assistant | Gillingham | £28k - £30k An opportunity for a full time Accounts Assistant has arisen to support our clients Finance team in Sales and Purchase Ledger and Credit Control functions. The role is based in Gillingham, Kent. 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home. Responsibilities and Activities: • Raising the following in the Finance System:  New Project details  Contract Sales Orders  Application for Payments  Contract Sales Invoices  Purchase Orders  Purchase Invoices and checking there validity against the Purchase Order  Sundry Sales Invoices • Credit notes • Creating new Customer and Vendors in the Finance System • Running debtor reporting • Bank reconciliations • Processing Credit Card expenses and ensuring all relevant receipts have been provided • Preparing and issuing statements as necessary • Maintaining credit control operations in collaboration with colleagues as appropriate to ensure swift resolution of any required actions • Reconciliation of supplier statements • Running a

Accounts Assistant | Gillingham | £28k - £30k An opportunity for a full time Accounts Assistant has arisen to support our clients Finance team in Sales and Purchase Ledger and Credit Control functions. The role is based in Gillingham, Kent. 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home. Responsibilities and Activities: • Raising the following in the Finance System:  New Project

Payroll Administrator | Gillingham | £28k - £30k An opportunity for a full time Payroll Administrator has arisen to support our clients Finance team in processing both weekly and monthly payrolls. Responsibilities and Activities: • Processing of company payrolls, ensuring accurate calculations of all payments and deductions. • Checking and processing timesheets for accuracy and com leteness. • Ensuring all relevant payments are made according to set timescales, to both employees and other appropriate entities. • Payroll reporting to meet internal and statutory obligations. • Completion of necessary payroll month end reconciliations. • Processing the company pension schemes according to auto enrolment legislation and ensuring accurate submissions within the deadlines. • Processing payroll year end reporting according to relevant legislation and within deadlines as set by internal and external (e.g. HMRC) requirements. • Preparing and issuing all relevant periodic or occasional payroll documentation such as P60’s and P11D’s according to HMRC or othe

Payroll Administrator | Gillingham | £28k - £30k An opportunity for a full time Payroll Administrator has arisen to support our clients Finance team in processing both weekly and monthly payrolls. Responsibilities and Activities: • Processing of company payrolls, ensuring accurate calculations of all payments and deductions. • Checking and processing timesheets for accuracy and com

Your new company You will work for an exciting and growing organisation. This Finance Manager role is a hands-on role delivering high quality accounts payable, accoutns receivable, credit control, expenses, and banking services. Your new role * Lead, manage, develop and mentor the Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Banking team. * Manage the accounts payable function. * Manag the accounts receivable and credit control functions. * Manage the banking function. * Ensure that business units operate within the financial and business operating parameters in relation to approval routes and spend limits. What you'll need to succeed * Paying circa £40,000 per annum. * Hybrid working options available. What you'll get in return Flexible working options available. 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 Spe

Your new company You will work for an exciting and growing organisation. This Finance Manager role is a hands-on role delivering high quality accounts payable, accoutns receivable, credit control, expenses, and banking services. Your new role * Lead, manage, develop and mentor the Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Banking team. * Manage the accounts payable function. * Manag

Your new company Having been established for over 200 hundred years, this leading firm of accountants provides a full range of accountancy, business advisory and financial services to a range of clients in a number of different industry sectors. Your new role As the Audit Manager, you will manage specific audit clients, providing high quality client service experience. Duties will include anaging and ensuring the smooth running of the audit team Attending/leading planning and wrap up meetings Reviewing audit files of every complexity Communicating audit issues to the client and audit partner as identified Dealing with technical enquiries from clients and other firm members Assisting clients with one-off assignments Demonstrating initiative and judgement and identifying cross-selling opportunities Gaining new work from existing and new clients where possible What you\'ll need to succeed You will be a qualified accountant (ACCA/ACA) or qualified but with proven audit and managerial experience. You will have excellent communication skills, be commercially aware and h

Your new company Having been established for over 200 hundred years, this leading firm of accountants provides a full range of accountancy, business advisory and financial services to a range of clients in a number of different industry sectors. Your new role As the Audit Manager, you will manage specific audit clients, providing high quality client service experience. Duties will include

Financial Controller | Medway – on site | Up to £70k Cobb & Jones are exclusively partnering with a private equity backed group of businesses who are highly acquisitive and going through an exciting period of growth and process improvement. Due to this growth, they have a newly created Financial Controller role, reporting to the Director of Finance, and managing a small team. This is an xciting opportunity to join a business that has great people, where you can make a difference. The Financial Controller will responsible for the preparation, consolidation, and interrogation of financial information for the largest business in the group, and reporting to the holding company. Core responsibilities include: • Interrogation of the monthly management accounts • Support in the collation of the local monthly board packs • Analysis of month-end accounts • Preparation of the group consolidated accounts • Managing the budgeting and forecasting process • Support in the preparation and co-ordination of group audit & statutory accounts • Company cashflow &

Financial Controller | Medway – on site | Up to £70k Cobb & Jones are exclusively partnering with a private equity backed group of businesses who are highly acquisitive and going through an exciting period of growth and process improvement. Due to this growth, they have a newly created Financial Controller role, reporting to the Director of Finance, and managing a small team. This is an

Management Accountant | Medway | £40k Our client, an established, growing and fast paced business is seeking to appoint a driven Management Accountant to their busy finance team of 10 people, based full time in their Gillingham office. The business started in 2009 and as of 2019 it has been a private equity backed business with more acquisitions planned. Key Responsibilities: • Prepa e monthly management accountants to group deadlines. • Completion of variance analysis and commentary versus budget for overheads. • Assist the FC with commentary to support the financial result. • Prepare the quarterly VAT returns for Senseco & FSHL. • Supporting the external Audit process, fulfilling auditor queries. • Identifying areas for development within financial reporting across the business. • Support and contribute to improvements within the department. • Balance sheet reconciliations monthly. • Responsible for the maintenance of the chart of accounts, including ensuring a consistent approach to new nominal codes. • Provide accurate, timely and relevant

Management Accountant | Medway | £40k Our client, an established, growing and fast paced business is seeking to appoint a driven Management Accountant to their busy finance team of 10 people, based full time in their Gillingham office. The business started in 2009 and as of 2019 it has been a private equity backed business with more acquisitions planned. Key Responsibilities: • Prepa

Credit Control Manager | Medway | £35k - £38k Our client, an established, growing and fast paced business is seeking to appoint a driven Credit Control Manager to their busy finance team of 10 people, based full time in their Gillingham office. The business started in 2009 and as of 2019 it has been a private equity backed business with more acquisitions planned. Key Responsibilities: • Recording and reconciling incoming receipts and payments for the group (Current debtor days approx. 56). • Proactively chasing payments, including retentions and minor debts. • Evaluate and manage credit risk, ensuring all customer accounts are updated accurately and promptly. • Lead, motivate, and develop the Credit Control team. • Co-ordination of Finance assistants to support with the sales ledger and credit control function. • Resolve customer disputes in collaboration with Business leaders, escalating issues as necessary. • Working closely with the wider Accounts team as required, including supporting the year end audit process. • Producing regular and ad-hoc re

Credit Control Manager | Medway | £35k - £38k Our client, an established, growing and fast paced business is seeking to appoint a driven Credit Control Manager to their busy finance team of 10 people, based full time in their Gillingham office. The business started in 2009 and as of 2019 it has been a private equity backed business with more acquisitions planned. Key Responsibilities:

Your new company You will work for a leading organisation in its sector, and will have the opportunity to support the delivery of finance processes, reporting, systems, and associated initiatives within the financial environment. Your new role * Provide structure to finance projects (or financial aspects of larger projects) to meet overall project requirements, supporting the ongoing de elopment and enhancement of robust team operating frameworks, documents, and tools. * Take ownership of the undertaking of the delivery of the various project testing delivery cycles ensuring acceptance by the business. * Support the facilitation of all aspects of testing, training, documentation and providing input to the project. * Responsible for preparing and performing reconciliations and analysing vast amounts of data. * Deliver in the collaboration in the planning, design, development and deployment of new applications and enhancements to existing applications. * Assist in the delivery of the finance transformation to deliver process improvements and strengthen financial c

Your new company You will work for a leading organisation in its sector, and will have the opportunity to support the delivery of finance processes, reporting, systems, and associated initiatives within the financial environment. Your new role * Provide structure to finance projects (or financial aspects of larger projects) to meet overall project requirements, supporting the ongoing de

Financial Controller Location: Medway, Kent Salary Range: £65,000 - £70,000 per year Responsibilities: * Financial Management: Undertake all aspects of financial management, including management accounting, regulatory and financial reporting, budget preparation, and forecasting. * Internal Controls: Develop and implement internal control policies and procedures to ensure financial accur cy and compliance. * Liaison with External Accountants: Collaborate with external accountants on financial reporting and regulatory matters. * Strategic Planning: Assist in strategic planning and financial modelling. * Financial Statements: Prepare and present financial statements. * Acquisitions Support: Provide advice on strategic acquisitions. Qualifications: * Professional Qualification: Candidates must be qualified (e.g., ACA, CIMA, or ACCA). * Experience: At least 5 years of experience in a similar financial management role. * Skills: Proficiency in financial software and advanced Excel skills. * Analytical Abilities: Ability to analyse financial data and provide i

Financial Controller Location: Medway, Kent Salary Range: £65,000 - £70,000 per year Responsibilities: * Financial Management: Undertake all aspects of financial management, including management accounting, regulatory and financial reporting, budget preparation, and forecasting. * Internal Controls: Develop and implement internal control policies and procedures to ensure financial accur

Your new company This role sits within a leading organisation in its sector. This is a 6 Month Contract position, based in the organisation's Rochester office. Your new role * Produces monthly accounts for cost centres/ activities within the role-holder's remit, reporting figures to demonstrate the performance of the company against budget * Analysis of accounts to identify trends and opportunities for additional income or more effective cost control, thereby maximising profit, and advising operational Managers accordingly * Ensuring stocks (e.g. fuel, PPE - Personal Protective Equipment) and assets (e.g. fleet, IT equipment) are correctly accounted, enabling cost control by management * Ensuring adequate checks on payroll, to ensure there are no under- or over-payments * Assist and have involvement in the commercial viability for all new contracts / new business * Working with the Regional Finance team, ensures all required information is reported on (e.g. budgets, CAPEX figures) * Working with operational management - provides advice and guidance on all financ

Your new company This role sits within a leading organisation in its sector. This is a 6 Month Contract position, based in the organisation's Rochester office. Your new role * Produces monthly accounts for cost centres/ activities within the role-holder's remit, reporting figures to demonstrate the performance of the company against budget * Analysis of accounts to identify trends and

Main Responsibilities: * Analyse monthly management accounts, including income statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements, and variance analysis, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery. * Develop and maintain a rolling 3-year budget for the organisation, incorporating financial forecasts, strategic initiatives, and risk assessments. * Work closely with the DCFO/CFO and finance team to provide financial support and guidance to the Trust's academies and partner organisations. * Lead the annual budgeting process by collaborating with various departments and stakeholders to collect, analyse, and consolidate financial data. * Monitor and evaluate financial performance against budgets and forecasts, identifying trends, variances, and areas of improvement. * Prepare and deliver financial reports and presentations for senior leaders, the governing body, and external stakeholders as required. * Support the development and implementation of financial policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and best practices. * Conduct

Main Responsibilities: * Analyse monthly management accounts, including income statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements, and variance analysis, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery. * Develop and maintain a rolling 3-year budget for the organisation, incorporating financial forecasts, strategic initiatives, and risk assessments. * Work closely with the DCFO/CFO and finance team to

Main Responsibilities: Budgeting and Forecasting: * Collaborate on the budget process, including updating the budget model. * Regularly liaise with budget holders, sharing budget trackers, and providing performance vs. budget analysis. * Manage the capitalisation of development costs, maintain the intangible asset register, and post relevant journals. Headcount Management: * Update the headcount model, post payroll journals, and provide analysis. * Coordinate with the recruitment team regarding roles within the hiring budget. Financial Reporting: * Prepare monthly management accounts in a timely manner. * Assist in creating the monthly Finance Board report and cost analysis. Year-End Audit: * Provide relevant information for the year-end audit file. Ad Hoc Tasks: * Handle strategic projects and other ad hoc requests. Person Specifications: * Relevant accounting qualifications (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or similar). * Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Excel. * Previous experience in forecasting and budgeting. * Strong technical accounting s

Main Responsibilities: Budgeting and Forecasting: * Collaborate on the budget process, including updating the budget model. * Regularly liaise with budget holders, sharing budget trackers, and providing performance vs. budget analysis. * Manage the capitalisation of development costs, maintain the intangible asset register, and post relevant journals. Headcount Management: * Update

Your new company You will support the strategic development by working closely with the leadership team to enable effective decision-making and achievement of organisation aims. The Finance Business Partner position is a full time and permanent role. Your new role * Work with senior leaders to develop a strategic plan for the staff and resources of the organisation. * Prepare a five-y ar financial plan for entities within the organisation and as part of this exercise to prepare the annual budgets which support the financial plan. * Monitor and maintain up to date budget and forecast figures using budgeting software. * Meet regularly with leadership team to discuss monthly management accounts and reports. * Meet with budget holders as necessary to discuss budget spend. * Other ad-hoc duties. What you\'ll need to succeed * Strong experience within a similar role, ideally within the education sector. * ACCA/CIMA or equivalent. * Experienced in the production of management accounts. What you\'ll get in return * £36,000 - £44,000 per annum.

Your new company You will support the strategic development by working closely with the leadership team to enable effective decision-making and achievement of organisation aims. The Finance Business Partner position is a full time and permanent role. Your new role * Work with senior leaders to develop a strategic plan for the staff and resources of the organisation. * Prepare a five-y

Your new company You will work for a public sector organisation and report to the Head of Financial Management. The purpose of the Finance Business Partner role is to ensure the provision of high-quality information and advice to Divisions and Directorates within the organisation, liaising with external organisations as appropriate. Your new role * Look outwards to service providers and advise on budgetary control, efficiency and commercial considerations. * Proactively ensure the appropriate use of resources and the provision of the optimum level of financial information and advice to managers at all levels. * Influence budgetary accountability by means of formal periodic reviews of all financial performance. * Lead and develop their team in delivering first class effective financial advice. * ensure the financial management function delivers timely accurate information to a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders promoting and creating a customer focussed ethos for the function. * Support the identification of cost efficiency and productivity opportu

Your new company You will work for a public sector organisation and report to the Head of Financial Management. The purpose of the Finance Business Partner role is to ensure the provision of high-quality information and advice to Divisions and Directorates within the organisation, liaising with external organisations as appropriate. Your new role * Look outwards to service providers and

Your new company You will work within an established and fast-growing organisation as a finance assistant. This organisation will give you a good chance to progress and grow within your career and within the company. Your new role * Maintain and oversee the company ledger, ensuring accurate recording of financial transactions. * Update ledger balances and reconcile discrepancies. * Orga ise and manage accounting documents, including invoices, receipts, and financial statements. * Scan, file, and log account-related paperwork. * Process and distribute employee payroll, ensuring timely and accurate payments. * Handle tax deductions, National Insurance contributions, and other payroll-related tasks. * Process invoices from vendors and suppliers. * Prepare and distribute checks for payment. * Process bank transfer requests. * Monitor and reconcile bank statements. * Assist in completing and submitting tax returns, including VAT returns. * Ensure compliance with tax regulations. * Update and maintain computerised accounting systems. * Familiarity with accou

Your new company You will work within an established and fast-growing organisation as a finance assistant. This organisation will give you a good chance to progress and grow within your career and within the company. Your new role * Maintain and oversee the company ledger, ensuring accurate recording of financial transactions. * Update ledger balances and reconcile discrepancies. * Orga

Job Title: Management AccountantLocation: Gillingham, KentSalary Range: £40,000 - £50,000 per annumJob Type: Full-time, PermanentRole Overview:As a Management Accountant, you will play a crucial role in the financial management and decision-making process of our organization. You will be responsible for preparing and analyzing financial data, providing insights to support strategic planning, and ensuring accurate reporting. Key Responsibilities:Financial Reporting: * Prepare and manage all aspects of the company's financial management accounts and budgets. * Provide accurate and timely analysis of financial statements, budgets, and forecasts for effective decision-making. * Reconcile balance sheet accounts and ensure compliance with accounting standards Performance Analysis: * Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track business performance. * Identify and resolve issues related to cash flow and working capital efficiency. * Evaluate the cost/benefit of major capital expenditures and present recommendations to the directors. Qualifications and

Job Title: Management AccountantLocation: Gillingham, KentSalary Range: £40,000 - £50,000 per annumJob Type: Full-time, PermanentRole Overview:As a Management Accountant, you will play a crucial role in the financial management and decision-making process of our organization. You will be responsible for preparing and analyzing financial data, providing insights to support strategic planning, and