Accounts Assistant – Sharnbrook

Accounts Assistant, all round bookkeeping role, Sharnbrook, £13 per hour

We are working with an established finance team in Bedfordshire. Are you a numbers enthusiast with a knack for organisation and a keen eye for detail?  Looking to grow your career in a friendly, supportive environment?  We’ve got just the role for you!  We are keen to find a talented Accounts Assistant to join their Head Office team.

This is a temp-to-perm opportunity, meaning you’ll have the chance to secure a permanent role after 12 weeks, based on your performance, conduct, and attendance.

The role:

You’ll be a key part of the finance team, helping to keep things running smoothly behind the scenes. Your day-to-day will include:

• Allocating payments to customer accounts
• Sending out statements and overdue letters
• Taking credit card payments
• Posting purchase invoices for stock
• Administering the portal and responding to queries
• Calculating rebates
• Supporting the Credit Controller with debt chasing
• General admin duties to keep everything ticking over

What we are looking for:

We’re after someone who’s proactive, reliable, and ready to learn. Ideally, you’ll have:

• Previous experience in an accounts assistant or similar role (preferred but not essential)
• Familiarity with accounting software like QuickBooks, Xero, or Sage (a big plus!)
• A solid understanding of accounts payable processes
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Great organisational skills and the ability to juggle multiple tasks
• Clear communication skills – both written and verbal

This is more than just a job – it’s a chance to grow. You’ll be joining a supportive team in a well-established company, with real opportunities to develop your skills and progress in the finance sector. If you’re passionate about numbers and want to make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you!

Reporting Specialist – Dunstable

Reporting Analyst, Power BI and Advanced Excel (VBA), Dunstable, c£37,000 per annum

We are delighted to be working with an instantly recognisable brand in Dunstable.

We’re on the hunt for a Reporting Specialist to join our clients fast-paced contact centre. Supporting over 1,200 offices across the UK. This role is all about delivering top-tier customer service and booking valuations and financial appointments at scale.

This role is all about turning data into action. You’ll create smart, visual reports that help our managers and directors make informed decisions—fast.

The Job:

• Build slick Excel reports and dashboards (PivotTables, Power Query, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, IFs).
• Automate insights with Power BI and Macros.
• Deliver daily, weekly, and monthly KPIs, league tables, and performance reports.
• Support teams with ad-hoc reporting and tailored insights.
• Continuously improve how we report and what we learn from our data.

Your skills:

• Advanced Excel skills (VBA)
• Solid Power BI experience
• Macro knowledge
• Sharp analytical thinking
• Organised, proactive, and ready to juggle priorities
• A flexible, can-do attitude

You’ll be at the centre of a high-energy team, using cutting-edge tech to drive performance across the business. If you love data and want to make a real impact—this is your moment.

Apply now and help us our client turn numbers into results!

Temporary Part Time Purchase Ledger Role – Corby

Part Time Accounts Assistant – 20-25 hours per week, £26,000 pro-rata FTE, Corby

Our client, a thriving local business are seeking a Part Time Accounts Assistant to join them on a temporary-permanent basis.

The role will primarily be working within Purchase Ledger, but you may also be required to assist other areas of the finance team.

Duties will include:

• Processing Invoices
• Reconciling statements
• Managing the PL inbox
• Setting up new suppliers
• Other ad hoc finance duties

It is essential that you have held a similar role previously and be able to start fairly quickly.  This is an office based role.

In return, our client offers a friendly and supportive working environment along with onsite parking.

Interim Purchase Ledger Clerk – Cambridge

Interim Accounts Payable Clerk – 3 months+, Cambridge £14 per hour

We are working for a well-established utility company, and our work keeps communities connected and running smoothly.

The Cambridge office is looking for someone reliable and detail-driven to join the finance team and help keep things ticking behind the scenes.

As the Accounts Payable Clerk, you’ll be right at the heart of the day-to-day operations. You’ll make sure suppliers get paid on time, our records stay accurate, and any hiccups get sorted quickly. If you’re someone who enjoys working with numbers, solving problems, and keeping things organised, this could be a great fit.

The Role:

• Processing invoices and matching them with purchase orders
• Handling payment runs and keeping supplier accounts up to date
• Reconciling statements and sorting out any discrepancies
• Responding to queries from suppliers and internal teams
• Supporting month-end tasks and helping with financial reporting

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience in accounts payable or purchase ledger
• Good working knowledge of accounting systems (Sage, SAP, Oracle, etc.)
• Strong attention to detail and a knack for staying organised
• Clear communication skills and a helpful attitude
• Able to work independently and meet deadlines

Bonus Points If You Have

• Experience in the utilities or infrastructure sector
• An AAT qualification or are working towards one

What You’ll Get

• Competitive hourly rate
• A friendly, supportive team
• Real impact in a company that keeps the country running

Financial Controller – Luton

Financial Controller, qualified Accountant, Luton, to £75,000

Financial Controller for well-established products supply business

The Role:
You will be responsible for managing the finances of the company with the support of an Accounts Payable Executive and Credit Controller.  You are to take responsibility for all aspects incorporating multi-currency accounts receivables and payables, credit control, national and EU VAT reporting, cash flow management and preparation of monthly and year-end accounts and budgets. You will be expected to proactively work with the Finance Director and Managing Director structuring order management data and processes to ensure that the finance department runs efficiently and effectively.

The role involves liaising closely with internal staff, suppliers, and customers (UK, Europe and Rest of the World but all in English) to manage the financials of the company as part of a busy professional team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Production of monthly and annual accounts, including margin analysis of projects.
• Manage the process of credit control, sales and purchase ledger.
• Hands on for complex aspects of accounts receivables and payables.
• Debtor updates and any other analysis as required to highlight financial performance measures.
• Preparation of intrastat and VAT returns, and associated payments and refunds, for UK and Netherlands, which is our primary EU tax reporting jurisdiction although we are also registered and report in Germany and Ireland.
• Management of cash flow, oversight of cash financing and forecasting.
• Calculation of multi currencies transactions predominately focused within EUR and USD receipts and payments.
• Payment of duties and import taxes and any associated reporting.
• Liaising with designated providers for the preparation of pension scheme, childcare vouchers, healthcare scheme.
• Preparation of annual budgets.
• Preparation of annual corporation tax return and associated payment.
• Overall management of finance processes and procedures and efficient and effective team management.

Requirements:   

• ACCA or CIMA qualified with commercially based experience is important, however, will consider other qualifications (or part qualification) for strong candidates with extensive and relevant experience.
• Must have finance experience working in an international SME organisation.
• Must have good multi-national experience and, ideally, experience with Netherlands or EU VAT reporting although this is not essential.
• Must have excellent IT literacy with Excel.
• Must have experience with a robust ERP system such as SAP Business One (which is what they use).
• A hands-on approach with strong management and leadership skills are critical.
• Ability to suggest and implement improvements to the current finance processes.
• Ability to handle multiple, and often conflicting, time priorities combined with an organised approach.
• Trustworthy with a friendly and proactive manner.
• Strong written and spoken English in addition to excellent numeracy skills are critical.
• An interest or experience in promotional marketing or promotional materials / branded merchandise / point-of-sale would be appreciated.

Legal Secretary – Northampton

Legal Secretary Private Client Team – Northampton – £25,000-£27,000+ onsite parking & 25 days holiday

We’re looking for an experienced Secretary to join our friendly Private Client Team in Northampton.

In this role, you’ll support the team with:

• Document management & formatting
• Typing, transcription & proof-reading
• File opening, ID checks & client care letters
• General administration support

What we’re looking for:

• Strong organisational and document management skills
• Great typing skills and attention to detail
• A proactive team player with excellent communication
• Legal secretarial experience (private client experience desirable)

Please get in touch to find out more if you’d like to join and be part of a supportive team where your skills make a real impact.

Billing Administrator – Leicester

Finance Assistant, professional services firm, £26K, Leicester/Hybrid Working
A multi sited business which have been located in Leicester since 1997 are currently looking for a Finance Assistant to join their busy and professional Billing team in Leicester, working Hybrid after training.

As the Finance Assistant within Billings team, your responsibilities will include:

• Produce billing guides, and invoices.
• Raising and sending client bills, ensuring they are raised in accordance with client service agreements
• Ensure correct fee rates are applied.
• Reviewing monthly schedules
• Analysing the data and raising bills as required.
• Checking clients’ funds and requesting transfer to pay bills if required.
• Identifying and resolving billing discrepancies and issues.
• Maintaining accurate and organised records of all billing transactions.
• Maintaining accurate records of billing transactions and entering data into accounting systems
• Ensure Compliance with VAT regulations in relation to output tax.
• Transfers and write offs.

The best suited candidate will have previous experience working within a finance or billings department, strong communication skills, Proficient IT skills, good attention to detail, be organised in their work and be able to work to given time scales. A finance or accounting qualification is desirable, but not essential.

Credit Controller

Abacus Consulting are proud to be partnering a well established SME business in their search for a Credit Controller on a permanent basis. This is a newly created role.

Working as part of finance team, reporting into the Finance Controller, your duties will include:

• Chasing late/non payment
• Cash allocation
• Raising credit notes
• Partnering sales team
• Query resolution
• Credit administration

This is a permanent, full time role and 100% office based. Must have some credit control experience, be a confident Excel user and be familiar with Sage 50. Great benefits including study support and bonus.

Audit Manager – Stevenage

Our client is seeking a driven and experienced Audit Manager to take ownership of a portfolio of clients, ensuring profitability, compliance, and growth. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified professional looking to make a significant impact within a forward-thinking practice.

You will play a key role in managing audits end-to-end, leading and developing a team, and providing valuable insight to senior leadership.

 Key Responsibilities

• Manage, operate and grow a successful and profitable client portfolio.
• Plan, schedule and complete audits independently from planning to completion.
• Oversee recoverability across audit portfolios, maximising efficiency.
• Lead, mentor and develop a team to ensure high performance and career progression.
• Maintain compliance and uphold professional standards throughout the practice.
• Identify and escalate risk matters to the business.
• Report monthly on turnover, profitability, chargeable time and recoverability.
• Provide ad hoc support to the Audit Director.

 About You

• ACA/ACCA qualified(finalists or QBE will also be considered).
• Strong technical expertise in audit and accounting (corporate tax experience desirable).
• Proven experience in independently managing audits from planning to completion.
• Excellent leadership, organisational and communication skills.
• Commercially aware with a proactive approach to client management.

Accounts Assistant – Milton Keynes

Accounts Assistant – Milton Keynes – up to £28,000

We are seeking a Accounts Assistant to join our busy finance team. Reporting to the Bank Reconciliation Team Leader, you’ll ensure daily and weekly reconciliations are accurate and completed on time.

Key duties include:

• Posting bank transactions onto ledgers and nominal accounts
• Reconciling bank accounts daily and resolving unreconciled items
• Liaising with teams to correct unposted items
• Setting up payments on Bankline and updating cashflow forecasts
• Handling branch queries and confirming receipts

About you:

• Experience in accounts/finance desirable
• Strong attention to detail and Excel skills
• Confident communicator with ability to work to deadlines

This is a great opportunity to build your finance career in a supportive and professional environment.