<p>Robert Half are working in partnership with an established, leading business in Melksham to recruit an entry level Trainee Assistant Accountant role on a full-time permanent basis. This is a brilliant opportunity for someone that is pursuing their AAT qualification or a recent University graduate that is looking to establish a career within the accounting field. The Trainee Assistant Accountant role will provide a great challenge for someone that wants to quickly immerse themselves to all aspects of management accounting and statutory accounting. The salary is up to £28,000 plus study support, hybrid working, further career development opportunities and excellent benefits.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Main Responsibilities</strong></p><p> </p><p>The main duties of the Trainee Assistant Accountant role will consist of:</p><ul><li>Prepare monthly revenue reports.</li><li>Conduct the monthly overhead analysis of costs.</li><li>Balance sheet reconciliations.</li><li>Accruals and prepayments.</li><li>Posting journals.</li><li>Intercompany reconciliations.</li><li>Support with preparation of annual statutory reports and accounts. </li><li>Supporting the wider team during the annual audit process.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Requirements</strong></p><p> </p><p>To be considered for the Trainee Assistant Accountant role, you must possess the following skills:</p><ul><li>Minimum bachelor's degree in accounting/finance (or similar), an AAT studier or someone with equivalent professional experience.</li><li>Prior experience in a similar finance or accounting role (internship, placement, or equivalent).</li><li>Strong attention to detail.</li><li>Willingness to learn.</li><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills.</li><li>Competent with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Circa £28,000 per annum. </li><li>Study Support. </li><li>Hybrid working. </li><li>Pension scheme. </li><li>25 days annual leave. </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/cGF0cmljay5jaHVuZy45MjU3OS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half are working in an exclusive partnership with a unique organisation near Marlborough to recruit n Bookkeeper on a full-time permanent basis. This is a varied and challenging role that will be involved with a range of bookkeeping duties and finance administration tasks and supporting the Finance Manager with the month-end process. The Bookkeeper role is a broad and varied role for someone that is AAT qualified or qualified by experience and is looking for a new challenge. The salary is between £30,000 - £35,000 plus benefits and will be fully office based.</p><p> </p><p><strong>The Role</strong></p><p> </p><p>The main duties of the Bookkeeper role will consist of the following: </p><p> </p><ul><li>Accounts payable; processing invoices, raising purchase orders, reconciling supplier statements. </li><li>Accounts receivable; raising and issuing invoices, following up with customers regarding outstanding payments and dealing with queries.</li><li>Bank reconciliations.</li><li>Processing payments.</li><li>Supporting with general finance administration. </li><li>Supporting with the month-end management accounts process; accruals, prepayments, journal postings. </li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Requirements</strong></p><p> </p><p>To be considered for the Bookkeeper role, you must ideally possess the following experience/skills: </p><p> </p><ul><li>Must have experience within a similar role or an Accounts/Finance Assistant or Assistant Accountant role. </li><li>AAT qualified or qualified by experience.</li><li>A good understanding of credits and debits. </li><li>Good attention to detail. </li><li>Highly organised. </li><li>Competent user of Excel. </li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Salary & Benefits</strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>£30,000 - £35,000 annual salary</li><li>25 days annual leave</li><li>Pension scheme</li><li>Free tea and coffee</li><li>On site parking</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/cGF0cmljay5jaHVuZy41MTY3MC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half are pleased to be partnering with an organisation based in <strong>Bournemouth</strong> to recruit a <strong>Finance Assistant</strong>. The Finance Assistant will receive a salary of up to just over <strong>£28,000</strong> along with other attractive benefits including <strong>hybrid remote working.</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>Primary responsibilities; </strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>To assume responsibility when required for all matters relating to the day to day running of the Finance office</li><li>To be responsible for the correct accounting and payment of petty cash transactions from the Finance Office cash float and to cover holidays/absences for the regular reconciliation of all monies for banking</li><li>To be responsible for checking purchase invoices and statements for payment, ensuring all invoices are approved for payment by the relevant Manager</li><li>To be responsible for posting purchase ledger invoices to the accounting software</li><li>To assist with the purchase ledger on the accounting system, ensuring it is maintained and highlighting any anomalies to the Finance Manager</li><li>Liaising with BS Administrator to ensure all purchase invoices are checked against purchase orders and ensuring invoices are paid according to agreed terms</li><li>To assist with post into the Finance Office and responding to all emails to the Finance Office</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Key experience and attributes; </strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Excellent administrative skills</li><li>Experience in a similar finance role</li><li>Good people and interpersonal skills</li><li>Computer literacy</li><li>Numeracy</li><li>Good communicator</li><li>Conflict management</li><li>Assertiveness</li><li>Quick learner</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/Sm9yZGFuLldlc3QuMzExMTkuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half are pleased to be partnering with an established organisation based in <strong>Alton</strong> to recruit an <strong>Accounts Assistant</strong>. The Accounts Assistant will receive a salary up to <strong>£32,000</strong> along with other attractive benefits!</p><p>This is a full time position. Part time hours will be considered for the right candidate. Training will be provided for this role.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Primary responsibilities; </strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>To provide bookkeeping services, pay all bills, complete tax computations and VAT returns, prepare monthly and quarterly management accounts.</li><li>Preparation of year-end financial accounts from both bookkeeping records prepared in house and from clients' records which may be incomplete.</li><li>To ensure that all statutory returns are completed and filed on time.</li><li>To organise the effective time management of own workload and that of the managers</li><li>and partner.</li><li>To undertake any ad hoc projects as requested by the partners.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Key experience and attributes </strong></p><p> </p><p> </p><ul><li>Bookkeeping experience</li><li>Strong time management</li><li>Excellent organisational skills</li><li>Prior experience financial systems</li><li>Methodical individual</li><li>Excellent attention to detail</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/Sm9yZGFuLldlc3QuNTk4MTcuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half are pleased to be partnering with a rapidly growing SME based in <strong>Holbury</strong> (Southampton) to recruit a <strong>Finance Assistant</strong>. The Finance Assistant will receive a salary of up to <strong>£30,000</strong> along with other attractive benefits including hybrid remote working!</p><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Primary responsibilities; </strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>High-Volume Transaction Management: Handle transactions involving a substantial number of customers and suppliers, ensuring timely communication and processing.</li><li>Generation and issue of Monthly Sales Invoices; both recurring and one-off invoices or credits.</li><li>Manage Cancellations: Oversee the cancellation processes for various services and issue credits if due.</li><li>Customer Communication: Notify customers of price increases through the internal communication system.</li><li>Database Management: Establish new customers and suppliers within Sage 200 and the internal system.</li><li>Financial Tracking: Monitor and track incoming bank receipts, customer remittance notifications and supplier statements for cashflow.</li><li>Ledger Management: Manage account allocations on the Sales Ledger (SL) and Purchase Ledger (PL) within Sage 200.</li><li>Supplier Invoice Management: Processing of invoices through the Purchase Order (PO) creation system, posting of invoices / goods received notes to Sage PL and responding to supplier queries.</li><li>Weekly Payment Processing: Prepare and execute the weekly Payment Run to facilitate timely payments.</li><li>Additional Responsibilities: Undertake ad-hoc duties and special projects as assigned by management.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Key experience and attributes; </strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Demonstrate exceptional attention to detail, be self-motivated, robust, and resourceful</li><li>Have experience working in Finance for companies with £10m plus turnover</li><li>Be able to remain focused in a fast-paced environment</li><li>Be capable of meeting deadlines while effectively collaborating within a small team working environment</li><li>Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills to foster multi-stakeholder business relationships</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/Sm9yZGFuLldlc3QuODIyNzMuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p>Robert Half are recruiting for a Temporary Finance Assistant to be based in Swindon.</p><p>Hybrid worlking on offer.</p><p>We are currently recruiting for a Temporary Finance Assistant to support a busy finance team with tax and reporting activities.</p><p>This role would suit someone with prior accounts experience who is keen to build hands‑on exposure within a structured finance environment.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p>Assisting with the preparation and submission of VAT returns</p><p>Posting monthly intercompany recharge journals.</p><p>Collating data to support and submit ONS returns</p><p>Assisting with the preparation of P11Ds, including gathering benefits information</p><p>Supporting corporation tax processes, including preparing schedules and responding to basic queries</p><p>Assisting with ad hoc tax and external reporting requests</p><p>Maintaining accurate records and supporting audit and compliance requirements</p><p>Previous experience in a finance or accounts assistant role (or relevant temp assignment)</p><p>Basic understanding of UK VAT and accounting principles</p><p>Comfortable using Excel for data entry and reconciliation</p><p>Experience with Dynamics AX or another ERP system is beneficial but not essential</p><p>Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills</p><p>Able to start at short notice and commit to a temporary assignment </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/RGF2aWQuQmVsc2hlci42MTAwMC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half are delighted to be supporting a circa £200 million turnover organisation on the recruitment of an Accounts Assistant to join the team, on a full time and permanent basis.</p><p>Our client is going through an exciting time strategically, with a number of new initiatives on the horizon, of which this hire will play a key role in. This is a great development opportunity for an AAT studier to join an established organisation and develop their finance career.</p><p>You would work on a hybrid model with 2 days per week in our client's office situated west of Bath, and 3 days per week working from home.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities of the Accounts Assistant will include but not be limited to:</strong></p><ul><li>Support year-end processes, financial preparation and external audits.</li><li>Carry out monthly balance sheet reconciliations and support the wider Finance teams.</li><li>Manage treasury and banking activity, including cashflow updates and forecasts.</li><li>Maintain the Fixed Asset Register, ensuring accurate records, reporting and compliance.</li><li>Complete statutory returns (ONS, VAT, tax) and provide VAT guidance and training.</li><li>Provide wider finance support across insurance, due diligence and general queries.</li></ul><p><strong>Your Profile:</strong></p><ul><li>Actively studying for the AAT qualification (open to level).</li><li>Proven experience of working in a finance environment in a similar role.</li><li>Excellent accuracy and attention to detail.</li><li>Ability to work comfortably with systems and Excel (pivot tables, v look ups etc)</li><li>Interested in forging a career in Finance.</li></ul><p>In return, the successful candidate can expect a salary of £29,000 - £33,000 dependant on experience plus benefits including study support, 30 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), family friendly policies, flexible working options, support with healthcare, access to discounts, cycle to work scheme and 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/RWxsaWUuQ2x1dHRvbi44NzE0OS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half are looking for an Accounts Assistant for a long term temporary assignment.</p><p>Chippenham (Office‑Based) Full-time or Part-time available.</p><p>We are supporting a business in Chippenham who are looking for an immediately available Accounts Assistant to join them on a temporary basis.</p><p>This is a great role for someone who enjoys variety and likes being hands-on within a finance team.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p>Purchase Ledger - processing invoices, matching/batching/coding, handling supplier queries</p><p>Sales Ledger - raising invoices, allocating payments, chasing outstanding debt when required</p><p>Banking - daily bank reconciliations, posting receipts and payments</p><p>General finance admin and support to the wider team</p><p>Working fully on-site in Chippenham - full-time or part-time considered</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/RGF2aWQuQmVsc2hlci41ODI4OC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p></p><h3>Accounts Assistant - TAX </h3><p><strong>3‑month contract | Hybrid (3 days onsite / 2 days remote) - Swindon </strong><br /> <strong>Start: End of April / Early May</strong></p><p>We are currently supporting a business with the appointment of an experienced <strong>Temporary Tax / Finance Accountant</strong> for an initial <strong>3‑month contract</strong>, starting at the end of April or early May.</p><p>This is a <strong>hybrid role</strong>, requiring <strong>3 days onsite and 2 days working from home in Swindon. </strong></p><br><br>Key responsibilities will include:<br><br><ul><li>Preparation and submission of <strong>VAT returns</strong></li><li>Posting <strong>monthly intercompany recharge journals</strong> using <strong>Microsoft Dynamics AX</strong></li><li>Collating data and submitting <strong>ONS returns</strong></li><li><strong>P11D preparation and submissions</strong></li><li>Supporting with <strong>corporation tax</strong> queries and preparing relevant data</li><li>Assisting with <strong>ad hoc external tax reporting</strong> as required</li></ul><br><br>About you:<br><br><ul><li>Proven experience in a <strong>tax-focused finance role</strong> (VAT, P11Ds, corporation tax exposure)</li><li>Confident using <strong>Dynamics AX</strong> (or similar ERP systems)</li><li>Strong attention to detail and ability to work to deadlines</li><li>Comfortable working in a hybrid, short-term contract environment</li></ul><p>This role would suit someone immediately available or coming to the end of a contract who is looking for a hands-on, varied assignment within a supportive finance team.</p><p> </p><br><p> </p><p> </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/dGhhbWluYS5zYWxhbS44MTQyNi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Robert Half are recruiting for Temporary Payroll‑focused Bookkeeper to support a Southampton‑based organisation during a busy period.</p><p>This role is primarily payroll‑led, with bookkeeping duties supporting the payroll and wider finance function.</p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><p>End‑to‑end payroll processing (weekly and/or monthly) Processing starters, leavers, and payroll changes</p><p>Calculating pay, deductions, overtime, SSP/SMP Submitting payroll to HMRC (RTI)</p><p>Handling payroll queries from employees</p><p>Preparing and submitting P45s, P60s and P11Ds</p><p>Pension contributions and auto‑enrolment administration</p><p>Supporting payroll reconciliations Light bookkeeping duties including:</p><p>Bank reconciliations Posting payroll journals</p><p>Assisting with VAT returns (where required)</p><p>About You:</p><p> </p><p>Highly accurate with excellent attention to detail</p><p>Able to work independently and hit payroll deadlines</p><p>Immediately available or on short notice</p><p>What's on Offer:</p><p>Temporary assignment with a well‑established local business</p><p>Competitive hourly rate</p><p>Supportive finance team</p><p>Potential contract extension</p><p>If you're a payroll‑driven finance professional looking for a temporary role in the Southampton area, we'd welcome your application.</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/RGF2aWQuQmVsc2hlci4yNzUyMC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
