Finance Assistant – Letchworth

Finance Assistant/AAT studier with finance experience – based in Letchworth £25k-£30k + AAT study support

Abacus Consulting are delighted to be partnering a well established business as they search for a Finance Assistant. They have recently relocated to Letchworth, within walking distance of train station. This is a newly created role. Well respected business trading for over 30 years.

Working as part of a small finance team your duties are likely to include:

• Processing invoices
• Cash allocation
• Reconciling supplier statements
• Sub-contractor payments
• CIS returns
• Resolving finance queries
• Providing finance support to SMT
• Support finance team as needed#

The role is aimed at AAT studier who has some finance processing experience and is looking for a step up. AAT study support can be provided. 1 day a week working from home, rest of week working in office

This is a great role! Don’t miss it!

Finance Manager – Leighton Buzzard

Finance Manager, SME Business, integral role in leadership team, Leighton Buzzard, to £55,000

Finance Manager for small business. Opportunity to be part of a small, closely knit team leading the finance aspect of the business but also holding key involvement with the wider running of the business.

This role requires positive involvement with the running of the business as part of the managerial team. The role will work very closely with the directors managing the finances for 5 sites within the small local group. The position will be busy and enjoyable with lots of rewarding and enjoyable aspects outside of finance.

•  Manage the financial activities of the business in conjunction with the directors
• Produce monthly KPIs and compare year on year
• Challenge spends over budget.
• Manage incoming invoices and outgoing payments through the XERO system.
• Weekly cashing up and banking of all monies.
• Weekly sales and ATV figures.
• Create an annual budget spend for each site.
• Produce monthly management P&L accounts for each site

Finance Assistant – Biggleswade

Finance Assistant, support to Accounts & Admin function, Biggleswade, competitive salary

A vacancy has arisen within the Finance department of a well-established international business based in Biggleswade for a Finance Assistant. The role contributes to the success and profitability of the business by producing effective and timely support to the finance and administrative functions.  Using initiative and collaboration skills, the role, reporting to the Financial Reporting Manager will ensure that the function achieves its KPIs and objectives whilst maintaining a service to both internal and external customers and working within the Company’s key result areas, Business Performance, Customer Focus, People and Teamwork.

Your Responsibilities as a Finance Assistant will include:

• Providing departmental assistance in terms of accounts payable: inputting invoices, credit notes and payments made, checking and processing company expense claims.
• Providing department assistance in terms of credit control: cash received compilation, allocation and reconciliation
• Providing department assistance in terms of Financial Reporting: ledger maintenance, control account reconciliation, preparing accounts to trial balance level of the company’s financial accounting system.
• Process improvement review and implementation
• Support entire finance function by ensuring timely and accurate delivery of administrative tasks and reports
• Willingly provides and communicates relevant information and support to internal and external customers/stakeholders
• Work to develop skills and experiences by actively engaging in other opportunities with the function
• Supports other employees in the business to ensure that Liebherr achieves its targets
• Maintain a reputable reputation by ensuring that all financial matters are actioned in accordance with company policy and guidelines

The successful candidate will require the following:

• Able to use own initiative
• Able to demonstrate ability to work effectively in a pressurised environment
• Excellent organisational and prioritising skills.

What we are offering:

• The opportunity to work with the industry-leading manufacturer
• Secure and progressive work environment
• Competitive salary and benefits
• Training and personal development

Credit Controller

Our client based in Welwyn Garden City is keen to secure a number of interim Credit Control Clerks to work as part of their team on an ongoing interim contract.

As one of the Credit Controllers, you will be responsible for your own ledger, which will entail high volume calling, chasing differing values of money.  Ideally you would have gained previous credit control experience in a shared service centre or head office environment, working to KPI’s and targets, and be able to work using your own initiative. However, training will be provided.

In return for your expertise in dealing effectively with workloads in a busy, and sometimes pressurised team, our client offers an excellent working environment, on-site parking and career development with the possibility of a longer term contract.

Cloud Based Marketing Specialist – Bedford

Our client, a well established business in the Bedford area, have a need for an experienced Marketing Cloud Specialist to join their head office Customer Experience Team.

As the Marketing Cloud Specialist, you will take the lead in developing and managing Salesforce Marketing Cloud. In this role, you will support the Marketing Manager in delivering effective Customer Relationship Management (CRM) campaigns targeting both B2C and B2B audiences.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• Use Salesforce Marketing Cloud to design and develop dynamic emails and complex multi-channel journeys.
• Use Salesforce Marketing Cloud to create SMS campaigns and app push notifications.
• Analyse campaigns and propose campaign optimisations and future recommendations, providing detailed analysis and visual information as appropriate.
• Make recommendations and suggestions, supported by relevant information to CRM Manager Complete quality assurance checks on changes to audiences, emails and journeys in Marketing Cloud.
• Complete regular internal system audits and prepare for upgrades.
• Work with third party agency and internal teams where required to establish enhanced processes and functionality.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Experience with Marketing Cloud (Exact Target)
• Proficient in email development languages – HTML, SQL, Amp script and CSS
• A demonstrated ability to understand and articulate complex requirements Sales Cloud/Service Cloud experience desirable
• Previous experience working in a SCRUM or agile environment desirable
• Excellent communication skills and ability to take ownership and work independently and as part of a team

This is a fantastic role working for a highly successful business, in modern out of town offices with free onsite parking and subsidised canteen.

Accounts Payable Clerk – Bedford

Temporary Accounts Payable Clerk, Bedford, 5 months+ £25,700

Our client, a well established business in the Bedford area, have a need for an experienced Accounts Payable Clerk to join their head office finance team.

This is a 5 months fixed term contract starting in November. The role is to provide cover whilst systems implementation & testing takes place. 3 Days Office based after probation.

Working in a busy and fast paced finance team, your duties as Accounts Payable Clerk will include:

• Posting invoices
• Reconciling supplier statements
• Dealing with finance queries
• Payment runs
• Finance administration
• Support to business as needed

The ideal candidate for the Accounts Payable Clerk opportunity will have 2-3 years purchase ledger experience, be confident working as part of a team, building relationships at all levels and working to deadlines. You will be confident posting invoices, reconciling statements, working as part of a team and handling queries. Great role working for a highly successful business, very nice offices with free onsite parking and subsidised canteen.

Finance Manager (FTC) – Luton

Finance Manager, Healthcare Hands on role in small, busy team – 12 month contract, Luton,  up to £70,000 

Our client is a leading luxury care home group with the head office based in Luton. The finance team pride themselves on delivering exceptional financial reporting and maintaining a high standard of financial integrity and professionalism.  This is a dynamic team that are always willing to go the extra mile.
We are seeking an experienced Finance Manager to join their team on an FTC basis to cover maternity leave.
Some of the things you’ll do in the role include:

• Working with the Financial Controller, to manage all aspects of the company’s financial accounting, including the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Help Oversee budget preparation and financial planning processes.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and regulations.
• Monitor and manage cash flow and support treasury, and banking relationships.
• Provide financial analysis and reporting to support strategic decision-making.
• Liaise with external auditors and manage the annual audit process.
• Implement and maintain robust financial controls and procedures.
• Manage and mentor the finance team to ensure high performance and development.

About You:

• ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent professional accounting qualification.
• Proven experience during the role or similar such as a first move from practice.
• Strong knowledge of financial and accounting principles and practices.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Proficient in financial software and Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively.

If this sounds like you and you’re looking for a fulfilling role that makes a genuine impact in the lives of others, this could be the contract for you

For further information and a speedy first interview, please apply with a copy of your latest CV without delay!

Payroll Assistant – Northampton

Payroll Assistant,  Support the processing of payrolls for 9,000 employees.  Northampton, Hybrid working, £24,000

This established thriving multi sited business are looking to appoint a Payroll Assistant.
The responsibilities as a Payroll Assistant include

• Collecting and verifying payroll data from the time and attendance system
• Review payroll reports
• Investigate employee, HMRC and third party payroll queries
• Ensure employee records are accurate and up to date
• Reconciliations and journal postings

Suited to a candidate who holds previous payroll experience who is able to work to given deadlines and within a busy team.

Senior Payroll Administrator – part-time

Part Time Senior Payroll Administrator,  20 hours per week, hybrid working, Northampton £26,000 pro-rata

This multi sited business are seeking a Part time Senior Payroll Administrator to join their busy payroll department.

Working Monday to Friday (20 hours), as the Senior Payroll Administrator you will be responsible for:

• Handling payroll for 9,000 employees
• Starters, leavers, resolving queries
• Managing pension contributions
• Producing various reports for stakeholders

This is a busy role suited to a candidate who holds previous payroll experince.be able to work to deadlines and accurate in their work.

Accounts Supervisor – Wellingborough

Accounts Supervisor. Responsible for AP and AR Team, Wellingborough salary to £33,000
Due to company expansion our client is seeking an Accounts Supervisor to join their busy finance team
Reporting to the Account Manager, the purpose of your role as the Accounts Supervisor is to:

• Oversee the day to day operation of the UK finance team 
  Ensure processing deadlines are met
• Make decisions on Sales Ledger and Purchase ledger issues
• Provide development and support to team members.

Suited to a candidate who holds previous staff management responsibility, Accounts Payable/Accounts Revievable skills, is able to communicate at all levels, be organised and has the ability to multi task.