<p><strong>Finance Assistant - Term Time School Hours / Part Time - Education Sector</strong></p><p>Are you an experienced Finance Assistant, Accounts Assistant or Accounts Payable professional seeking a part time opportunity with a healthy work life balance? We are working on behalf of a highly regarded client in the education sector who is searching for a Finance Assistant to support their central finance operations.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Details and Benefits:</strong></p><ul><li>Permanent role, 30 hours per week, term time </li><li>Convenient school hour schedule, perfect for work life balance</li><li>Central office location in Redditch with a collaborative team</li><li>Salary: £20K actual, pro rata for term time</li><li>3 Month Temp to Perm contract</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Overview:</strong><br />As Finance Assistant, you will take ownership for the accurate and timely processing of purchase invoices, supplier statement reconciliations and management of supplier accounts. Working closely with both school based and central colleagues, your responsibilities will cover:</p><ul><li>Accurate processing of purchase invoices using finance systems</li><li>Reconciling supplier statements and handling discrepancies</li><li>Supporting payment runs and maintaining supplier accounts</li><li>Raising purchase orders for the central team</li><li>Preparing journals, corporate card/cashless payment, and ad hoc sales invoices</li><li>Assisting with year end accruals and general finance administration</li><li>Liaising with colleagues in a clear, professional, and friendly way</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>The Ideal Candidate:</strong></p><ul><li>Experienced in processing purchase invoices, including matching to purchase orders</li><li>Background in a finance or accounts environment</li><li>Skilled in maintaining accurate financial/administrative records using IT systems</li><li>Strong grasp of basic finance processes, purchase orders, invoice approval, payment runs</li><li>Confident IT user, comfortable with finance systems</li><li>Meticulous attention to detail and a methodical, organised approach</li><li>Capable of prioritizing workloads and meeting deadlines accurately</li><li>Follows procedures, maintains audit trails, and works within established controls</li><li>Effective written and verbal communicator, able to resolve queries with colleagues</li><li>Team player with flexibility, adaptability, and proactive problem-solving</li><li>Able to work independently, escalating issues appropriately</li><li>Trustworthy, confidential, and cooperative</li><li>Aware of safeguarding responsibilities and dedicated to promoting student welfare</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Desirable:</strong></p><ul><li>A levels or equivalent</li><li>AAT Finance qualification</li><li>Experience reconciling supplier statements</li><li>Previous experience in a school, academy, or public sector setting</li><li>Familiar with Access Dimensions software</li><li>Proactive in improving processes</li><li>Willing to support new systems and adapt as the organisation develops</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>Ready to take the next step in your finance career while enjoying a family-friendly schedule?</p><p>Get in touch with us today to apply or find out more!</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/VGluby5GcmVldGguMzIwNTUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p><strong>Job Title:</strong> Accounts Assistant<br /> <strong>Location:</strong> Office-based <br /> <strong>Reports to:</strong> Financial Controller<br /> <strong>Type:</strong> Full-Time (37.5 hours/week)</p><p>Robert Half are pleased to be partnering with an international PE backed business to take on an Accounts Assistant on a full-time and permanent basis.</p><p>You will manage the purchase ledger, process invoices, and build strong relationships with suppliers and other stakeholders to support accurate and timely financial operations.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Processing invoices in both the accounting and invoice approval systems</li><li>Building relationships with suppliers and other stakeholders</li><li>Handling supplier queries and resolving issues</li><li>Assisting with mid and end of month payment runs</li><li>Assisting in the improvement of purchase ledger processes</li><li>Reconciling bank and supplier statements</li><li>Support the Financial Controller and wider finance team during month-end close</li></ul><p><strong>Requirements</strong></p><ul><li>Understanding of general accounting procedures</li><li>Proficient in Sage 50 and ERP systems</li><li>Strong organisational skills and attention to detail</li><li>Excellent communication and relationship-building skills</li><li>Team-oriented and collaborative</li></ul><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>If this sounds like the opportunity for you. Apply today!</strong></p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/THlkaWEuQmVycnkuMDE1NDcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half are pleased to be partnering with an established organisation based in <strong>Witney </strong>(Stanton Harcourt) to recruit a <strong>Senior Accounts Assistant</strong>. The Senior Accounts Assistant will receive a salary of up to <strong>£31,000</strong> along with other attractive benefits including <strong>hybrid remote working</strong>, you will only be expected in the <strong>office 2 days</strong> a week!</p><p> </p><p><strong>Primary responsibilities; </strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Ensuring that all invoices are processed and paid promptly</li><li>Resolving queries quickly and efficiently</li><li>Maintaining the purchase ledger.</li><li>Collaborating with suppliers and internal staff to resolve payment queries</li><li>Reconciliation of Supplier Statements using our AI tool</li><li>Processing Supplier Invoices</li><li>Conducting account analysis</li><li>Payment runs</li><li>Any additional Adhoc duties</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Key experience and attributes; </strong></p><p> </p><p> </p><ul><li>3 years experience working in accounts payable</li><li>Enthusiastic and motivated</li><li>A Team player</li><li>Positive working attitude</li><li>Eager to advance career</li><li>CIS experience is desirable</li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/Sm9yZGFuLldlc3QuMjc4NzUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<h2 data-end="155" data-start="111"><strong data-end="153" data-start="114">Inside Sales & Office Administrator</strong></h2><p data-end="262" data-start="156"><strong>Milton Keynes</strong> | 5 days in office | 8:30am - 5:30pm<br data-start="206" data-end="209" /> <strong>Salary</strong>: up to £32,500</p><p data-start="264" data-end="564"><strong data-start="264" data-end="276">The Role</strong></p><p data-start="264" data-end="564">We are exclusively partnered with a growing business based in Milton Keynes to recruit an Inside Sales & Office Administrator. This is a fully office-based role, ideal for someone who enjoys owning the sales cycle, building relationships, and supporting the wider commercial operation.</p><p data-start="566" data-end="746">The primary objective of this position is to drive revenue from the office, managing the end-to-end inside sales process while providing key administrative and operational support.</p><p data-end="899" data-start="748">You will work closely with the Sales Office & Logistics Team Leader, Field Sales, and Marketing teams to ensure a smooth and effective sales operation.</p><p data-end="925" data-start="901"><strong data-start="901" data-end="925">Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p data-start="927" data-end="960"><strong data-start="927" data-end="960">Sales Office & Administration</strong></p><ul><li>Create and issue sales quotations, proposals, and contracts</li><li>Handle objections, pricing discussions, and negotiations to close deals</li><li>Process sales orders and liaise with logistics/operations for delivery</li><li>Maintain sales records and databases</li><li>Respond to sales enquiries and provide excellent customer service</li><li>Prepare sales reports as required</li><li>Provide general office support, including calls, emails, and correspondence</li></ul><p data-start="1406" data-end="1439"><strong data-end="1439" data-start="1406">Lead Generation & Prospecting</strong></p><ul><li>Conduct outbound cold calling and targeted email campaigns</li><li>Manage and qualify inbound leads and enquiries</li></ul><p data-start="1555" data-end="1581"><strong data-start="1555" data-end="1581">Sales Cycle Management</strong></p><ul><li>Qualify prospects based on needs, budget, authority, and timelines</li><li>Maintain a strong understanding of products, services, and competitors</li><li>Coordinate product demonstrations, presentations, and training with field sales</li></ul><p data-end="1841" data-start="1813"><strong data-start="1813" data-end="1841">Account & CRM Management</strong></p><ul><li>Build and maintain long-term customer relationships via phone and email</li><li>Accurately log activity, customer information, and pipeline updates in the CRM system</li><li>Manage follow-ups to progress opportunities through the sales funnel</li></ul><p data-end="2111" data-start="2082"><strong data-start="2082" data-end="2111">Collaboration & Reporting</strong></p><ul><li>Route qualified or complex opportunities to the Field Sales team</li><li>Work with Marketing on lead-nurturing campaigns</li><li>Provide regular reporting on calls, leads, and pipeline forecasts</li><li>Share market insights, customer feedback, and sales effectiveness with management</li></ul><p data-start="2390" data-end="2413"><strong data-start="2390" data-end="2413">Skills & Experience</strong></p><ul><li>Experience working in an inside sales office environment</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills</li><li>Resilient, positive, and target-driven approach</li><li>Strong organisational and time management skills</li><li>Confident using CRM systems such as HubSpot or Salesforce</li><li>Good understanding of sales processes, objection handling, and negotiation</li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuNTY1OTUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>The Permanent Division of Robert Half is currently recruiting for a Graduate Finance Admin role on behalf of a Global Service business with offices in Milton Keynes</p><p>The Role</p><p>As Graduate Finance Admin you will will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day management of the organisation's cash flow, banking operations, and treasury processes. This role ensures that all banking transactions are accurately processed, reconciled, and reported within Sage in a timely manner. Day to day duties will consist of:</p><ul><li>Monitor daily cash balances and ensure adequate funding for operational requirements.</li><li>Prepare and process electronic payments, bank transfers, and direct debits.</li><li>Download and reconcile bank statements and credit card statements.</li><li>Investigate discrepancies between the bank account and promptly.</li><li>Maintain accurate records of cash movements, investments, and loan schedules.</li><li>Assist in cash flow forecasting and provide regular treasury reports.</li><li>Support month-end and year-end financial close processes relating to treasury activities.</li></ul><p>Your Profile</p><p>You will be a Recent Graduate ideally with a Mathematics, Economics or Accounting based Degree or a College Leaver having studied a similar course or AAT. You will have an interest in finance and numbers with strong numerical and analytical skills and excellent attention to detail. Previous experience with Microsoft Excel is highly preferred. This is an excellent first finance role which will be well supported and in a successful organisation.</p><p>Salary and Benefits</p><p>Role of Graduate Finance Admin is a Permanent Opportunity and working 5 days a week in the office in Milton Keynes. The role is paying up to £28K + Study + Benefits</p><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RGVhbi5QdWxsZW4uNDc5NjguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<h2 data-start="189" data-end="212">Accounts Assistant</h2><p><strong>Office based full time - Monday - Friday (9am - 5.30pm)</strong></p><p data-start="213" data-end="295">Location: Olney, Bedfordshire</p><p data-end="295" data-start="213"><br data-start="242" / data-end="245"> <strong data-start="245" data-end="264">Salary: £28,000</strong></p><p data-end="295" data-start="213"> </p><h3 data-end="318" data-start="297">The Opportunity</h3><p data-start="319" data-end="608">This is a fantastic opportunity for an Accounts Assistant to join a busy finance team in a hands-on, varied role. Reporting to the Financial Controller, you'll support both the purchase and sales ledger functions, helping ensure accurate financial records and smooth day-to-day operations.</p><p data-start="610" data-end="705">Ideal for someone organised, detail-focused, and confident working in a fast-paced environment.</p><h3 data-start="712" data-end="738">Key Responsibilities</h3><p data-end="770" data-start="740"><strong data-start="740" data-end="768">Sales Ledger & Invoicing</strong></p><ul data-end="1127" data-start="771"><li data-start="771" data-end="829"><p data-end="829" data-start="773">Raise chargeable callouts and service-related invoices</p></li><li data-end="895" data-start="830"><p data-start="832" data-end="895">Produce daily zero-rated invoices against works order numbers</p></li><li data-start="896" data-end="925"><p data-start="898" data-end="925">Raise weekly PPM invoices</p></li><li data-start="926" data-end="994"><p data-end="994" data-start="928">Resolve rejected customer invoices with supporting documentation</p></li><li data-start="995" data-end="1050"><p data-end="1050" data-start="997">Process credit notes with appropriate authorisation</p></li><li data-start="1051" data-end="1127"><p data-end="1127" data-start="1053">Support credit control by chasing outstanding debt and resolving queries</p></li></ul><p data-end="1150" data-start="1129"><strong data-start="1129" data-end="1148">Purchase Ledger</strong></p><ul data-end="1516" data-start="1151"><li data-end="1221" data-start="1151"><p data-start="1153" data-end="1221">Match, code, and process purchase invoices against purchase orders</p></li><li data-end="1283" data-start="1222"><p data-start="1224" data-end="1283">Investigate and resolve supplier account queries promptly</p></li><li data-end="1375" data-start="1284"><p data-end="1375" data-start="1286">Liaise with suppliers to ensure payments align with cashflow forecasts and credit terms</p></li><li data-end="1446" data-start="1376"><p data-end="1446" data-start="1378">Prepare supplier payments via online banking and issue remittances</p></li><li data-start="1447" data-end="1516"><p data-end="1516" data-start="1449">Reconcile supplier statements and maintain aged creditors reports</p></li></ul><p data-start="1518" data-end="1547"><strong data-end="1545" data-start="1518">General Finance Support</strong></p><ul data-end="1793" data-start="1548"><li data-start="1548" data-end="1585"><p data-end="1585" data-start="1550">Maintain the accounts email inbox</p></li><li data-end="1633" data-start="1586"><p data-start="1588" data-end="1633">Raise and amend purchase orders as required</p></li><li data-start="1634" data-end="1702"><p data-start="1636" data-end="1702">Distribute customer purchase orders to relevant project managers</p></li><li data-start="1703" data-end="1734"><p data-start="1705" data-end="1734">Support month-end deadlines</p></li><li data-start="1735" data-end="1793"><p data-start="1737" data-end="1793">Undertake filing and ad-hoc finance duties as required</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="1800" data-end="1815">About You</h3><ul data-end="2088" data-start="1816"><li data-end="1890" data-start="1816"><p data-end="1890" data-start="1818">Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant or Finance Assistant role</p></li><li data-end="1952" data-start="1891"><p data-start="1893" data-end="1952">Good understanding of purchase and sales ledger processes</p></li><li data-start="1953" data-end="2005"><p data-start="1955" data-end="2005">Comfortable dealing with customers and suppliers</p></li><li data-end="2058" data-start="2006"><p data-start="2008" data-end="2058">Highly organised with strong attention to detail</p></li><li data-start="2059" data-end="2088"><p data-start="2061" data-end="2088">Able to work to deadlines</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="2116" data-start="2095">What's on Offer</h3><ul data-start="2117" data-end="2462"><li data-end="2142" data-start="2117"><p data-end="2142" data-start="2119">Salary of <strong data-start="2129" data-end="2140">£28,000</strong></p></li><li data-end="2248" data-start="2143"><p data-start="2145" data-end="2248">23 days holiday plus a <strong data-end="2202" data-start="2168">paid day off for your birthday</strong> (to be taken within four weeks either side)</p></li><li data-end="2319" data-start="2249"><p data-end="2319" data-start="2251">Access to an employee benefits platform with hundreds of discounts</p></li><li data-start="2320" data-end="2384"><p data-end="2384" data-start="2322">Purpose-built offices in Olney with <strong data-start="2358" data-end="2382">free on-site parking</strong></p></li><li data-start="2385" data-end="2416"><p data-end="2416" data-start="2387">Supportive team environment</p></li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuODE4NTcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
