Commercial Assistant – Bedford

Commercial Assistant, Finance/Admin focus, Bedford, £30,000, 100% onsite

Abacus Consulting are delighted to be working with a long standing client in Bedford. They are a trusted and well respected business, trading for over 25 years currently recruiting a Commercial Assistant to join their growing head office team.

This is a newly created role working alongside another Commercial Assistant and your duties as the new Commercial Assistant will include:–

• Sub-contractor administration
• Statement reconciliations
• Chase payments
• Cash allocation
• Manage inbox
• Query resolution
• Provide general support to commercial team

The ideal candidate will be well organised, detail oriented and have a strong admin/customer facing background.

This is a permanent/full time role, 100% onsite.

Part-time Accounts Assistant – Daventry

Part-time Accounts Assistant, 25 hrs per week, bookkeeping, Daventry, to £30,000 FTE

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organised Accounts Assistant to join our established client’s Internal accounts team based in both their Daventry and Blisworth offices.

The ideal candidate will have experience in Bookkeeping and accounting and using various accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks and Sage. This is a part time position of 25 hours per week.

As the Accounts Assistant, your duties will include:

• Sales invoicing – Raise and process all sales invoices. This includes recurring invoices and ad-hoc invoices.
• Purchase Ledger – Verify purchase invoices and receipts, reconcile against supplier statement & prepare payment schedules, where applicable.
• Bank – Maintain an up-to-date cash book for all accounts and reconcile against the bank statement monthly.
• Expenses – Process employee claims and arrange re-imbursements.
• Credit control – Ensuring all outstanding accounts are chased appropriately.

We are looking for previous experience covering the areas below:

Accounts preparation and bookkeeping

Software such as Xero, QuickBooks, Sage. (not essential)

Strong attention to detail and accuracy in work

Excellent organisational skills to manage multiple tasks effectively.

Benefits: 

Competitive salary based on experience

Opportunities for career growth and development within the finance department

Training provided on specialised accounting software

If you are a meticulous individual with a passion for finance and possess the required skills, we welcome your application for the role of Accounts Assistant. 

Financial Accountant – Biggleswade

Financial Accountant, North Herts, £55,000k-£57,000, World Class Business, 100% office based

Abacus Consulting are excited to be working with a world class business, known for innovation and an impressive range of well engineered products.

They have a need for a Financial Accountant on a permanent, full time basis. The role is 100% office based in North Hertfordshire area.

Working in a busy and fast paced finance environment, duties will include: –

• Corporation TAX and VAT
• Treasury
• Balance sheet
• Cashflow forecasting
• Fixed assets

The role is aimed at Qualified or QBE candidates, must have strong Tax and VAT experience.

Excellent benefits. There will be career progression available for the right candidate.

Purchase Ledger Clerk – Harpenden

Purchase Ledger Clerk, Harpenden, £28k-£30k, 100% onsite

Abacus Consulting are proud to be partnering a well-respected business who have been operating in the Harpenden area for many years and are currently seeking a Purchase Ledger Clerk to join their team.

Working in a busy and fast paced finance environment, your duties as the Purchase Ledger Clerk will include: –

• Posting purchase invoices
• Payment runs
• Supplier statement reconciliations
• Query resolution
• Managing finance inbox
• General finance administration
• Provide support to finance colleagues

The ideal candidate will have strong purchase ledger/accounts experience and be a confident Excel user. Interviews likely to take place w/c 14th September. The role is 100% onsite.

Accounts Assistant – Bedford

Management Accounts Assistant, Bedford, circa £30k-£35k, hybrid working

Abacus Consulting are delighted to be partnering a well-respected business as they search for an Accounts Assistant to join their busy head office finance team.

The business is enjoying a period of growth and are well known for their innovation and high-quality product range.

Working in a dynamic and collaborative environment, your duties as the Accounts Assistant will include: –

• Managing Accounts Payable
• Management accounts preparation
• Variance analysis and commentary
• Intercompany balance sheet reconciliations
• Assist with budgets and forecasts
• Cashflow forecasting

The role is aimed at AAT/CIMA/ACCA studiers (probably AAT part qual or CIMA/ACCA early stages). Must have Accounts Payable and ideally some management accounts experience, and any ERP experience would also be useful. Will need to be confident working in Excel.

Candidates who are available immediately, or available to start a new role at short notice, will be of particular interest – client would ideally like someone in place first week in September.

This is a permanent/full-time role with a hybrid working arrangement.

Semi-Senior/Senior Accountant – Hitchin

Semi-Senior/Senior, Hitchin, up to £45,000 depending on experience & Quals, growing independent Accountancy Firm

Abacus Consulting are delighted to be the recruitment partner for a well established Accountancy Practice

This is a newly created role based out of their Hitchin office.

They will look at Semi-Senior and Senior candidates.

As the Audit Senior/Semi Senior your duties will include –

• Manage audit assignments from start to finish 
• Review financial statements 
• Assist with statutory accounts preparation
• Review work of Audit Apprentice
  
• Support junior colleagues on audit assignments 

To be considered for this role candidates must have 2-4 years UK accountancy practice experience and actively studying ACA/ACCA.  Great benefits including study support, career progression across multi sites and bonus.

Purchase Ledger / Expenses Assistant – Bedford

Temporary Purchase Ledger/Expenses Assistant – Start September 2026, c 2 months, Bedford, £15 per hour

We are supporting a growing business in the Bedford area in their search for a Temporary Finance Assistant who will be mainly responsible for purchase ledger and expenses.

Working in a busy and fast paced accounts environment, your duties as the Purchase Ledger/Expenses Assistant will include:

• Posting purchase invoices
• Payment runs
• Supplier statement reconciliations
• Query resolution
• Processing expenses
• Ad hoc support to Accounts Payable Supervisor/senior finance team
• Provide support to colleagues as and when needed

Experience of working with COINS software is essential.  You must be available to start early September, and the role is expected to last for around 2 months.

This role is aimed at a Finance Assistant who is a confident Excel user with proven hands-on purchase ledger experience.  The role is 100% office based. Onsite parking.

Partnership Accountant – 18 month FTC – Northampton

Partnership Accountant – 18 month FTC – professional services – Northampton / hybrid c£100,000 pa

Our client, a successful and growing professional services organisation, are seeking a Partnership Accountant to join them on an 18 month Fixed Term Contract.  This role will be responsible for the management of all Partner financial arrangements across the firm.

As the Partnership Accountant your key responsibilities include;

• Partner Accounts Management
• Partner Tax Support
• Ensuring all processes are adhered to in line with regulatory requirements
• Stakeholder Management
• Financial Reporting and Analysis
• Prepare and analyse monthly management information, including variances against budget and forecast

Advanced Excel skills are essential along with financial modelling capability. You will have needed to have worked in a similar role previously and have understanding of Partner accounting.

In return our client offers a friendly and supportive working environment, onsite parking and flexible hybrid working.  Some travel to London will also be required.

Although initially this role is offered on a FTC basis, there is the potential that it may lead to a permanent position.

Accounts Assistant – Corby

Accounts Assistant – UK Head office SME – Corby – £30,000-£32,000

Reporting to the Finance leader, you’ll take ownership of the day-to-day finance function while supporting month-end activities and helping drive continuous improvement across finance processes.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their accounting career within a collaborative, forward-thinking business that genuinely invests in its people.

Accounts Assistant:  Key Responsibilities

• Manage the sales and purchase ledgers, ensuring invoices are processed accurately and on time.
• Process supplier invoices, expenses and payment runs.
• Perform bank reconciliations and maintain accurate financial records.
• Assist with month-end journals, accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Support VAT preparation and reporting.
• Monitor finance trackers and produce accurate financial information.
• Work closely with colleagues, customers, suppliers and external accountants.
• Identify discrepancies and support improvements to financial controls and processes.
• Provide wider finance and administrative support as required.

About You

We’re looking for someone who enjoys working in a hands-on finance role and takes pride in accuracy, organisation and continuous improvement. You’ll ideally have:

• Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant or similar finance role.
• AAT qualification (or currently studying towards it).
• Experience with Sage 50 or similar accounting software.
• Strong Excel and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities.
• A proactive, positive attitude with the confidence to improve processes.
• The ability to prioritise workload and work effectively within a small team.

What’s on Offer?

• Competitive salary of £30,000–£32,000 DOE
• Potential study support
• Career development opportunities
• A supportive, close-knit team environment
• The chance to make a real impact within a growing, innovative business

Apply

If you’re looking for a role where you can take ownership, develop your career and make a real impact within a growing international business, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your CV in confidence to Emma Dawson at Abacus Consulting, retained recruitment partner to Harbury Consulting.

Finance Manager – Corby

Finance Manager – No 1 role in SME UK head office, Corby c£50,000

Reporting to the Commercial Director and working closely with the Group CFO in Sweden, you’ll take ownership of the UK finance function, oversee the Finance Assistant and play a key role in delivering accurate financial reporting, improving processes and supporting strategic business decisions.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a hands-on, fast-paced environment where they can make a genuine impact and progress towards a future Financial Controller role.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce monthly management accounts, P&L and balance sheet reporting.
• Lead month-end and year-end processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
• Manage cashflow, budgeting and forecasting.
• Oversee VAT, payroll and HMRC compliance.
• Manage sales and purchase ledgers, intercompany transactions and reconciliations.
• Review financial performance, investigate variances and provide meaningful analysis.
• Support business growth through process improvements and stronger financial controls.
• Manage and develop the Finance Assistant.
• Partner with UK leadership and the Group Finance team on strategic finance projects.

About You

We’re looking for a proactive finance professional who enjoys taking ownership, looks for improving processes and working closely with the wider business. You’ll ideally have:

• AAT qualified, Qualified by Experience, or studying towards/qualified ACCA, ACA or CIMA.
• Previous experience producing management accounts in an industry environment.
• Strong Excel skills and experience with accounting software such as Sage 50.
• Knowledge of VAT, payroll and HMRC compliance.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A positive, hands-on approach with the confidence to challenge and improve existing processes.

What’s on Offer?

Salary £45,000 – £50,000 DOE

• Potential study support
• Clear career progression towards Financial Controller
• The opportunity to influence and improve a growing finance function
• Supportive, collaborative team culture
• A stable, international business with ambitious growth plans

Apply

If you’re looking for a role where you can take ownership, develop your career and make a real impact within a growing international business, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your CV in confidence to Emma Dawson at Abacus Consulting, retained recruitment partner to Harbury Consulting.