Purchase Ledger /Accounts Clerk – Northampton

Purchase Ledger Assistant – Northampton – £26,000 – £30,000

This established organisation in Northampton are seeking a Purchase Ledger Assistant to join their busy and efficient finance department.  The day-to-day duties will include:

• Setting up suppliers
• Checking, matching and processing supplier invoices
• Raising BACS payments
• Resolving queries
• Statement reconciliations

This role will be suited to a candidate who holds previous purchase ledger experience, and knowledge of sales ledger would be an advantage.  Good communication skills and the ability to work to set timescales are essential.

Credit Control Administrator – Bedford

Credit Controller, temporary, 3 months+, Bedford, £25k FTE

Our client, a leading business in their sector, have a need for a Credit Controller to join the team at their offices in Bedford on a temporary basis for 3 months initially.

You will be working in an established team of dedicated Credit Controllers who are used to hitting and exceeding their targets.

Working in a fast-paced environment, your duties as the Credit Controller will include:

• Chasing late/non-payment
• Cash allocation
• Query resolution
• Setting up new accounts
• Reporting on status of debt/overdue accounts
• Support to Senior Credit Controller as required

The ideal candidate will have proven experience in Credit Control, be customer focused and solutions driven. You will have good Excel and IT skills, be confident dealing with queries and building relationships at all levels.

This is a hybrid role with 2 days in the office per week, there is on-site parking and potential for this role to be extended.

Financial Controller – Aylesbury

Financial Controller, SME No 1 Finance Role, Qualified/QBE Accountant – Aylesbury, to £60,000

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Financial Controller to lead the accounting function of our well established and successful SME client.

Responsible for financial planning and analysis, forecasting, budgeting and internal controls, the Financial Controller will have a strong background in reporting financial information to management and a Board of Directors, as well as compliance with government regulations.

On a day to day basis your responsibilities as the Financial Controller will include:

• Managing the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Overseeing the preparation of statutory accounts in accordance with relevant accounting standards.
• Developing and maintaining financial models to support forecasting, budgeting, and scenario analysis.
• Provide management and Leadership to a small accounting team.
• Work closely with other members of the Senior Management Team
• Management of the monthly payroll.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations, including VAT, corporation tax, and other statutory filings.
• Liaise with external accountants for the year end statutory accounts, managing the audit process and addressing queries.
• Implement and maintain robust internal controls and financial procedures.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to senior management.

The successful candidate will contribute to the financial strategy of the business and will be pivotal in the development of all internal controls policies and procedures in the Company. The Financial Controller role is critical in ensuring compliance with financial regulations and providing insightful financial analysis to support strategic decision-making. The individual will have strong Excel skills and a good understanding of computer systems, ideally with experience of working with Sage software.

We are seeking a qualified, or qualified by experience, Accountant who is used to working in a fast-paced environment, with strong attention to detail, a proactive approach to process improvement and the ability to communicate complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.  If this sounds like you and you are looking for a new, challenging, progressive role, please send your CV as soon as possible for further details about this opportunity.  

Finance Manager – Hertford

Finance Manager, Hertford, up to £44,000+ Discretionary Bonus & Study Support – 100% office based

Abacus Consulting are delighted to be partnering with a new client in their search for a Finance Manager. They are a growing business with a dedicated and forward thinking senior management team.

Working in a busy and fast paced accounts environment, your duties as the Finance Manager will include:

• Day to day management of head office finance team
• Submission of accounts
• Budgeting
• Review of actuals v forecast – provide commentary
• Cashflow
• Journals, accruals and prepayments
• Invoicing
• Payroll
• VAT/HMRC returnsThe ideal candidate will probably be AAT qualified or Qualified by Experience. Will have proven all round accounts experience SME background. You will be a confident Excel user. Any knowledge of Quickbooks would be useful

This is a permanent, full time role. 100% office based.

Credit Controller – Ware

Credit Controller, Ware, £30,000-£35,000 – 100% office based

Abacus Consulting are delighted to be partnering a growing business based in Ware as they search for a Credit Controller.

Working as part of a team of Controllers, reporting into Credit Manager, your duties will include: –

• Chasing late/non payment
• Cash allocation
• Raising credit notes
• Query resolution
• Credit admin including team inbox 
• Provide support to team and Credit Manager as needed 

The ideal candidate will have a proven background in collections, ideally on the business to domestic consumer side. Must have strong communication and interpersonal skills.  In addition will need to be a confident MS Excel user

You will be working as part of a friendly and supportive team. This is 100% office based. Limited onsite parking. Dog friendly office

Assistant Accountant – Corby

Assistant Accountant, broad role in a dynamic finance team – Corby, up to £35,000+ Study

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Accountant to join our growing client based in Corby. Reporting directly to the Financial Controller the successful candidate for the Assistant Accountant role will have a broad and varied responsibilities covering bookkeeping, financial and management accounting.

On a day to day basis, your duties as the Assistant Accountant will include:

• Management of Purchase Ledger Email Inbox
• Processing supplier invoices (standard 3-way match), dealing with invoice and payment queries
• Month end duties – revaluation of PL, Goods Received not Invoiced Accrual, Fixed and Variable costs accruals e.g. HLP, Intercompany Accruals
• Balance sheet reconciliations (Purchase Ledger, Stock, Fixed Assets, Intercompany and Goods Received Corporation Tax, VAT, Dilapidations)
• Dealing with related yearly statutory accounts Auditor Queries and supplying all relevant information
• Month End Reports
• Cashflow forecasting support.
• Maintain control reports – e.g.  Lease schedules to monitor monthly payments
• Maintain P11d log for any staff lunches etc. and submission to Group for HMRC payment

If you have previous experience in a similar role, are currently studying towards a finance qualification and are looking for a fantastic new opportunity to develop your accounting experience and expertise, then please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Purchase Ledger Assistant – 6 weeks – Northampton

Purchase Ledger Assistant – 6 weeks Temporary, Northampton, to £14.00 per hour+ holiday pay

Our client, a local organisation are seeking a temporary Purchase Ledger Assistant to assist them with excess workload over a 6 week period.

As the Purchase Ledger Assistant, your duties will include:

• Inputting Invoices
• Coding
• Statement reconciliations
• Monitoring the PL inbox
• Query resolution
• Other ad hoc tasks within the finance team

Ideally you will have held a similar role previously and have excellent data input skills along with meticulous attention to detail.

In return our client offers free onsite parking and a slightly earlier finish 1 day per week.

Practice Accountant – St Neots

Practice Accountant – Full or Part time, Qualified or Practice Experienced, St Neots, to £55,000 FTE

We are proud to be working with a niche Practice Client in the St Neots area who is looking to take on additional headcount due to continued business growth. They are looking for experienced Practice Accountants who have sound knowledge of accounts preparation and management accounts production for clients.

Job Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Accountant to join their team. The successful candidate will have an excellent accounting knowledge, with experience of working in an accounting practice essential. The role involves dealing with a portfolio of small clients.

As the Accountant your duties will include:
– All aspects of financial accounting, including preparation of management accounts, financial statements, VAT returns and other ad hoc tasks
– Utilise accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage, Xero and Iris
– Mentor junior staff members to enhance their accounting skills
– Ensure compliance with relevant accounting principles and regulations

Qualifications/experience:
– Proven experience in financial accounting
– Accounting qualifications an advantage, but not essential based upon experience
– Strong analytical and communication skills

If you are a detail-oriented individual with a passion for accountancy and possess the required experience, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Part-time Accounts Assistant – Daventry

Part Time Accounts Assistant, 15-20 hrs per week, Daventry, c£35,000 FTE

We are seeking an experienced and reliable Accounts Assistant to join our clients finance team. This role would suit someone with a solid background in Finance, who enjoys a varied workload and working within a supportive, flexible environment.

As the Part Time Accounts Assistant your key responsibilities will include:

• Processing sales and purchase invoices
• Managing subcontractor payments and CIS returns
• Assisting with payroll preparation and related reporting
• Reconciling accounts and maintaining accurate financial records
• Supporting general accounting and administrative tasks as needed

Ideal Candidate:

• Strong all-round accounting experience
• Proficient in accounting software and Excel
• Mature, flexible, and keen to develop within the business
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Hours:
Our client is offering complete flexibility regarding working days and hours. Initially, they anticipate 15–20 hours per week, spread over 2–3 days, with potential to adjust as the role develops.

If you’re looking for a part-time role in a friendly, flexible environment where your experience will be valued and your input appreciated, we’d love to hear from you.

Trainee Accounts Assistant – Olney

Trainee Accounts Assistant, working in a growing business, Olney, to £26,000

We are delighted to be partnered with a growing business who are committed to delivering a top-notch service and craftsmanship in every project they undertake. We have an exceptional opportunity for a trainee accounts assistant to join their established finance team.

Whether you’re just beginning your journey or already have some experience, our client will provide full training and ongoing support to help you become a fully qualified professional.

As a Trainee Accounts / Bookkeeper, you’ll gain hands-on experience across a wide range of accounting and finance tasks. This is a great opportunity to build your skills in a supportive environment while working alongside experienced finance professionals.

Our client will invest in your growth by providing:

• Full on-the-job training
• Support through professional courses and qualifications (e.g. AAT, ACCA, or similar)
• Mentorship from experienced accounting professionals

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Keen to learn and build a long-term career in accounting
• Detail-oriented, organised, and proactive
• Comfortable working with numbers and basic Excel skills
• A good communicator and team player

Previous experience is not required, but any exposure to accounting or finance will be an advantage.