Accounts Assistant | Maidstone (Office Based) | Up to £28K Our client based on the outskirts of Maidstone. Is looking to recruit an Accounts Assistant to join a part of their busy but small finance team. This role will predominantly focus on managing the purchase ledger and ensuring smooth running of the department. Key responsibilities: • Process supplier invoices and ensure they are a curately recorded • Assist with preparation 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. • Manage sales invoices • Send customer statements • Chase overdue invoices • Take card payments • Debtors list • Cashflow forecasting • Support the finance team with other accounting tasks as needed, including audits and financial reporting. • Communicate effectively with suppliers and internal departments to resolve any payment or invoicing issues. Candidate Profile: • Excel

Accounts Assistant | Maidstone (Office Based) | Up to £28K Our client based on the outskirts of Maidstone. Is looking to recruit an Accounts Assistant to join a part of their busy but small finance team. This role will predominantly focus on managing the purchase ledger and ensuring smooth running of the department. Key responsibilities: • Process supplier invoices and ensure they are a

A fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic team of accountants. This firm has been growing rapidly in recent years and moved into a completely refurbished office just outside Maidstone town centre this year. They are looking for a qualified accountant on a part-time basis. The company is extremely flexible; there are no set days or hours for this role. These can be arranged with the success ul candidate to best fit in with their life. For example, working hours can be tailored to accommodate school hours / school holidays or any other requirements that the candidate may have. The ideal candidate will be fully qualified or part-qualified (ACCA or AAT) and will have experience of working within an accountancy firm. Payroll experience and working knowledge of Xero would also be desirable, but not essential. Please send a CV via the apply online button.

A fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic team of accountants. This firm has been growing rapidly in recent years and moved into a completely refurbished office just outside Maidstone town centre this year. They are looking for a qualified accountant on a part-time basis. The company is extremely flexible; there are no set days or hours for this role. These can be arranged with the success

Our client has a fantastic opportunity for a Trainee Accountant to join their Maidstone based team. A great alternative to further education, the applicant should have GCSE and A-level, or equivalent qualifications. Specific accountancy training will be provided and funded by the employer. This is a great way to get into accountancy; you can earn your qualifications and get plenty of rofessional experience without incurring student debt. In fact, you will actually be earning as you learn. If you have a great eye for detail, an interest in business and a methodical mindset, click to apply and send a copy of your CV today.

Our client has a fantastic opportunity for a Trainee Accountant to join their Maidstone based team. A great alternative to further education, the applicant should have GCSE and A-level, or equivalent qualifications. Specific accountancy training will be provided and funded by the employer. This is a great way to get into accountancy; you can earn your qualifications and get plenty of

We have a great opportunity for a Trainee Accountant to join our client's Folkestone based team. The applicant should have GCSE and A-level, or equivalent qualifications, including grade B or above in GCSE maths. Specific accountancy training and exams will be provided and funded by the employer. As either an alternative to further education or the next step after gaining your degree; this is a great way to get into accountancy. You can earn your qualifications and get plenty of professional experience without incurring student debt. In fact, you will actually be earning as you learn. If you have an eye for detail, a strong interest in business and a methodical mindset, click to apply and send a copy of your CV today.

We have a great opportunity for a Trainee Accountant to join our client's Folkestone based team. The applicant should have GCSE and A-level, or equivalent qualifications, including grade B or above in GCSE maths. Specific accountancy training and exams will be provided and funded by the employer. As either an alternative to further education or the next step after gaining your degree;

Your new company You will work for a professional organisation based in Tonbridge, Kent. This role is a full time, permanent position. Your new role * Purchase ledger * Sales ledger * Cash collection * Credit cards/GPC cards * Ad-hoc duties What you'll need to succeed * Experience within a similar role is essential * Excellent speed to processing invoices What you'll et in return You will receive a competitive salary of up to £23,693 per annum 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 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

Your new company You will work for a professional organisation based in Tonbridge, Kent. This role is a full time, permanent position. Your new role * Purchase ledger * Sales ledger * Cash collection * Credit cards/GPC cards * Ad-hoc duties What you'll need to succeed * Experience within a similar role is essential * Excellent speed to processing invoices What you'll

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

Your new company A UK wholesale merchant is seeking a Credit Control Team Leader. This well-established company has more than 300 individual branches across the UK, catering to the entire spectrum of the market. Your new role The Credit Control Team Lead job role involves supporting the Credit Control Manager in overseeing a team tasked with managing credit accounts within the wholesale sect r. This includes accounts ranging from individual traders to large national corporations, with the goal of optimising cash flow and sustaining excellent rapport with all parties involved. The position covers a variety of responsibilities, such as aiding in cash collection processes, conducting credit evaluations for new account applications, ensuring efficient office administration, engaging in continuous improvement initiatives, accurately allocating customer payments, performing bank reconciliations, proactively recovering debts through various communication methods, resolving invoice disputes, pursuing debt litigation when necessary, and overseeing payment arrangements until their fulfilm

Your new company A UK wholesale merchant is seeking a Credit Control Team Leader. This well-established company has more than 300 individual branches across the UK, catering to the entire spectrum of the market. Your new role The Credit Control Team Lead job role involves supporting the Credit Control Manager in overseeing a team tasked with managing credit accounts within the wholesale sect

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

Interim Commercial Accountant | Outskirts of Maidstone | Up to £65k Our client is a well-established and successful privately-owned business based in the outskirts of Maidstone, who are looking for a commercial accountant to join the team on a 12 x month fixed-term contract. The person in this role will ideally be able to gain a thorough understanding of the business through building work ng relationships at all levels within the company. Key responsibilities: Creation of financial models and templates for product analysis throughout the business Understand and challenge data sources and assumptions to ensure reporting is robust, consistent, and supportable Build costing models to gain as much value from non-finance data as possible Prepare weekly P&Ls for the business, with detailed variance analysis. Ensuring the consignment tracker reconciles to the finance system and packing sheets. Ad hoc projects and duties as required. The ideal candidate: Will be fully qualified – ACA, ACCA or CIMA (candidates qualified by experience will

Interim Commercial Accountant | Outskirts of Maidstone | Up to £65k Our client is a well-established and successful privately-owned business based in the outskirts of Maidstone, who are looking for a commercial accountant to join the team on a 12 x month fixed-term contract. The person in this role will ideally be able to gain a thorough understanding of the business through building work

Finance Administrator | 20-25k | Near Maidstone Cobb & Jones Recruitment are working in partnership with a dynamic and well-established services business near Maidstone in the recruitment of a Finance Administrator As a Finance Administrator, you will be responsible for efficiently and accurately processing supplier invoices, ensuring timely payments, and maintaining accurate records of all fin ncial transactions related to accounts payable, pricing orders, customer service, cashbook reconciliations. This role plays a vital part in the smooth operation of the finance department. Key Responsibilities will include: • Processing invoices • Coding and matching • Statement reconciliations • Managing the accounts inbox • Pricing • Dealing with customer queries Candidates will possess the following skills and experience: • Experience in a customer service role • Strong attention to detail and accuracy. • Excellent organisational and time-management skills. • Effective communication and interpersonal abilities. • Ability to work both independentl

Finance Administrator | 20-25k | Near Maidstone Cobb & Jones Recruitment are working in partnership with a dynamic and well-established services business near Maidstone in the recruitment of a Finance Administrator As a Finance Administrator, you will be responsible for efficiently and accurately processing supplier invoices, ensuring timely payments, and maintaining accurate records of all fin

Your new company A media Client based in North Kent looking for an ACA Qualified Financial Accountant to join their busy and dynamic finance team. Your new role * Assistance with structured group month-end close. * To act as primary support for the accounting function of certain subsidiaries. * Monthly consolidation of group companies. * Involvement in the budget and forecast proces es for certain subsidiaries/functions. * Preparation of client assistant package for auditors. * Liaison with auditors. * Ad hoc projects. What you'll need to succeed The Financial Accountant will ideally be, * ACA Qualified * Looking for their first step into industry * Strong Academic background * Knowledge of IFRS What you'll get in return The Financial Accountant is paying £60,000 + other benefits. Hybrid 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 u

Your new company A media Client based in North Kent looking for an ACA Qualified Financial Accountant to join their busy and dynamic finance team. Your new role * Assistance with structured group month-end close. * To act as primary support for the accounting function of certain subsidiaries. * Monthly consolidation of group companies. * Involvement in the budget and forecast proces

Interim Finance Manager (Maternity Cover)Based in Mid-KentSalary Negotiable depending on experienceHybrid working plan TBCImmediate (or short notice) start Key Responsibilities: * Budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning activities - and subsequent reporting packs * Monthly management accounts with insightful commentary and analysis * Balance sheet accounts * Supporting finance te m with audit queries * Preparation of investment appraisals * Responsibility for any relevant commercial analysis that may arise * Drive growth and identify efficiencies and improvement alongside department heads Person Specification: * ACA/CIMA/ACA qualified ideally * Relevant experience in an FP&A role (or similar role) * Understanding and experience of retail + manufacturing industry would be beneficial * Experience of SAP is advantageous 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

Interim Finance Manager (Maternity Cover)Based in Mid-KentSalary Negotiable depending on experienceHybrid working plan TBCImmediate (or short notice) start Key Responsibilities: * Budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning activities - and subsequent reporting packs * Monthly management accounts with insightful commentary and analysis * Balance sheet accounts * Supporting finance te

Graduate Accounts Assistant | Maidstone - Hybrid | £23-27K 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

Graduate Accounts Assistant | Maidstone - Hybrid | £23-27K 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

Senior Group Reporting Accountant | Dartford | £70k Basic + £5k Car Allowance Cobb & Jones Recruitment are supporting a large engineering focused company in their search for a new Senior Group Reporting Accounting. The role will involve taking an active role in supporting the delivery of the year-end financial statements and monthly management accounts reporting. This role will provide capac ty to drive management accounts alignment and broaden the group control environment as well as supporting the long-term contract accounting reviews across the business. Reporting to the Head of Reporting within the central finance team with a high degree of exposure to the European senior management team. Team Deliverables: • Preparation and review of the Group consolidated financial accounts • Preparation and review of the UK statutory accounts • Preparation of technical accounting papers to support the year end audit process • Preparation of a small number of monthly management accounts • Review of accounting position on long term contracts in line with IFRS 15 • Suppo

Senior Group Reporting Accountant | Dartford | £70k Basic + £5k Car Allowance Cobb & Jones Recruitment are supporting a large engineering focused company in their search for a new Senior Group Reporting Accounting. The role will involve taking an active role in supporting the delivery of the year-end financial statements and monthly management accounts reporting. This role will provide capac

Your New Company A Credit Control job has become available at one of our clients in Bromley. Your New Job: Your key tasks and responsibilities include, making proactive telephone calls regarding recovery or payments, tracing missing debtors while managing your diary of debts or any proactive recoveries with a main focus on Social Care Debts. Ensuring all work and recovery actions are up to-date on the relevant systems, and to be sure that all work processed is compliant with SLAs, regulatory and audit requirements to support our service delivery to our clients. What you'll need to succeed - Fluent in English (both written and spoken). - Previous debt recovery and/or credit control experience. - Flexible and adaptable in dynamic environments. - Confident speaking on the phone - clear and effective. - Good IT skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel. - Actively contribute as a team member and assist colleagues when needed. - Attention to detail in producing high-quality and accurate documentation. - Self-motivated and ex

Your New Company A Credit Control job has become available at one of our clients in Bromley. Your New Job: Your key tasks and responsibilities include, making proactive telephone calls regarding recovery or payments, tracing missing debtors while managing your diary of debts or any proactive recoveries with a main focus on Social Care Debts. Ensuring all work and recovery actions are up

Job Title: Finance Manager Job Type: Full-time Location: Margate, Kent. Salary: Circa £60,000 per annum Job Description: The Finance Manager will be responsible for managing the financial aspects of construction projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in finance and accounting, with experience in the construction industry. The candidate should be either qualified or part qualified or QBE. Key Responsibilities: * Oversee financial operations throughout the project, including budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and financial reporting. * Ensure that the project is completed within budget. * Work with contractors to ensure that they are paid on time and that their work is completed to a high standard. * Manage cash flow by ensuring funds are available. * Minimize financial risks associated with construction projects. * Provide the tools and resources needed for financial planning. * Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards. Required Skills: * Strong financial analysis and communication skills. * Understanding of acc

Job Title: Finance Manager Job Type: Full-time Location: Margate, Kent. Salary: Circa £60,000 per annum Job Description: The Finance Manager will be responsible for managing the financial aspects of construction projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in finance and accounting, with experience in the construction industry. The candidate should be either qualified or part

Financial Controller | Sittingbourne | £80k - £100k DOE Cobb & Jones are recruiting exclusively for a Financial Controller within a medium sized organisation who have a proven history of strategic acquisitions and operational excellence, their commitment to innovation and performance makes them an exciting place for driven professionals to thrive. Are you a dynamic and confident finance pro essional ready to take the next step in your career? Join a highly successful and rapidly growing company in the operational sector, renowned for their exceptional track record in recruiting and retaining top-tier finance talent. The Role: As the Financial Controller, you will oversee the financial management across several entities and sites, ensuring robust accounting practices are maintained. You will play a pivotal role in onboarding new acquisitions, integrating them seamlessly into the financial systems. Your responsibilities will include: • Team Management: Leading and developing a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration. • Accounts

Financial Controller | Sittingbourne | £80k - £100k DOE Cobb & Jones are recruiting exclusively for a Financial Controller within a medium sized organisation who have a proven history of strategic acquisitions and operational excellence, their commitment to innovation and performance makes them an exciting place for driven professionals to thrive. Are you a dynamic and confident finance pro

Your new company Well-known Financial Services Business based in Medway are looking for a head of financial planning and analysis to lead their lead the Group Cost Partnering team in providing comprehensive Group cost analysis to senior management, the Executive team and the Board. In this role, you will drive the evolution of Cost Partnering, enhancing reporting, analysis and insights from budg tary and spend data. Your new role * Lead the Group Cost Partnering team & processes including monthly reporting, budget planning and analysis. * Establish and maintain relationships with key stakeholders and Cost budget owners, which includes arranging, preparing material for and leading monthly/periodic stakeholder meetings to update on the latest financial position. Challenging cost owners on the latest results as necessary and highlighting risks to budget. * Drive the Cost Partnering function forward to improve reporting discipline, analysis and insights that may be derived from budgetary and spend data in order to mature the financial management of the department. * Devel

Your new company Well-known Financial Services Business based in Medway are looking for a head of financial planning and analysis to lead their lead the Group Cost Partnering team in providing comprehensive Group cost analysis to senior management, the Executive team and the Board. In this role, you will drive the evolution of Cost Partnering, enhancing reporting, analysis and insights from budg

ROLE: Tax AssistantLocation: West Malling, Kent (Office Based)Hours: Full time or part time (24 - 35 hour week)Organisation: Accountancy Practice Key Accountabilities: * Working with Director and Managers on technical assignments/projects. * Overseeing/liaising with clients, HMRC, working with the Director on successful delivery and planning solutions across both personal and corporate tax. * To meet new and current clients with the appropriate Director/Manager planning, researching and note taking of meetings and being a main point of contact with those clients moving forward. * Research and find supportive information to support Director's decisions. * Providing support to our Accounts Manager and her team as and when necessary during busy periods assisting with tax questions such as CGT, IHT, income tax planning, and VAT to ensure all deadlines are met. * Assisting Accounts Manager with providing analysis and forecast financial reporting; such as advising of potential issues, trends, and improvements. Person Specification: * A minimum of 2 years' experience in

ROLE: Tax AssistantLocation: West Malling, Kent (Office Based)Hours: Full time or part time (24 - 35 hour week)Organisation: Accountancy Practice Key Accountabilities: * Working with Director and Managers on technical assignments/projects. * Overseeing/liaising with clients, HMRC, working with the Director on successful delivery and planning solutions across both personal and corporate tax.

Purchase Ledger Administrator | Tower Bridge | £30,000 pro rata Purchase Ledger Administrator based in Tower Bridge. Permanent Role, Part time 22.5 hours per week preferably ideally 3 full days (Monday to Wednesday) with a min of 2 days a week in the office. Key Duties & Responsibilities: • Raising supplier purchase orders • Processing supplier invoices • Raising payments ready f r approval • Filing supplier invoices • Reconciliation of supplier statements • Preparing VAT Returns • Raising customer invoices • Chasing payments of overdue invoices • Allocating payments to invoices • Checking bank accounts daily and processing new transactions • Reconciling bank accounts • Controlling petty cash • Processing credit card statements and expenses claims • Posting credit card expenses on the accounts package • Posting and processing of expense claims Attributes: • Experience of accounts payable or general accounting • Ability to work with agility, prioritising tasks and managing deadlines • Keen attention to detail a

Purchase Ledger Administrator | Tower Bridge | £30,000 pro rata Purchase Ledger Administrator based in Tower Bridge. Permanent Role, Part time 22.5 hours per week preferably ideally 3 full days (Monday to Wednesday) with a min of 2 days a week in the office. Key Duties & Responsibilities: • Raising supplier purchase orders • Processing supplier invoices • Raising payments ready f