<p>Robert Half are pleased to be partnering with a well-established organisation based in <strong>Kidlington</strong>(Oxford) to recruit a <strong>Finance Assistant and Office Manager</strong>. The Finance Assistant and Office Manager will receive a salary of up to <strong>£30,000</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>Processing of supplier invoices using a 3-way matching procedure </li><li>Raising PO and matching purchase invoices </li></ul><ul><li>Gaining authorisation for payment - liaising with department heads/purchasers to approve price and quantity discrepancies, checking that goods have been received and in appropriate condition, dealing with and ensuring receipt of supplier credit notes where necessary </li><li>Supplier statement reconciliations </li><li>Produce weekly (multi-currency) supplier payment runs & submitting payments for authorisation </li></ul><ul><li>Filing and general admin tasks </li><li>Maintaining the company ASL (Approved Supplier List) </li><li>Assisting Procurement, when required, to raise purchase orders on the company's accounting system (as per the above) </li><li>Processing staff expenses claims and receipts validating expenditure </li><li>Processing staff credit card transactions and supporting receipts </li></ul><ul><li>Multi-currency bank reconciliations </li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><strong>Key experience and attributes; </strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Similar finance experience </li><li>Admin experience </li><li>Positive attitude </li><li>Excellent attention to detail </li><li>Strong organisation skills </li><li>Effective communicator</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/Sm9yZGFuLldlc3QuNTMwMTIuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p data-start="135" data-end="419"><strong data-start="135" data-end="189">Accounts Assistant - Hybrid, Central Milton Keynes</strong></p><p data-start="135" data-end="419"><br / data-start="189" data-end="192"> Robert Half is recruiting for an <strong data-start="225" data-end="247">Accounts Assistant</strong> to join a <strong data-start="258" data-end="317">leading service provider based in Central Milton Keynes</strong>. This full-time hybrid role involves delivering high-quality finance support across multiple clients.</p><p data-start="421" data-end="768"><strong data-end="438" data-start="421">Role Overview</strong><br data-end="441" data-start="438" /> The Accounts Assistant will handle a variety of accounting duties including purchase invoice processing, payment preparation, reconciliations, and General Ledger posting. You will also assist with month-end tasks such as journals, accruals, prepayments, and fixed assets while following client policies and internal procedures.</p><p data-start="770" data-end="796"><strong data-start="770" data-end="794">Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul data-end="1409" data-start="797"><li data-end="855" data-start="797"><p data-start="799" data-end="855">Process purchase invoices and match to purchase orders</p></li><li data-end="925" data-start="856"><p data-end="925" data-start="858">Prepare client bank payments for senior review and client release</p></li><li data-end="983" data-start="926"><p data-start="928" data-end="983">Assist with bank reconciliations and payment matching</p></li><li data-start="984" data-end="1065"><p data-end="1065" data-start="986">Resolve internal and external queries related to invoices and reconciliations</p></li><li data-start="1066" data-end="1111"><p data-start="1068" data-end="1111">Post transactions into the General Ledger</p></li><li data-end="1192" data-start="1112"><p data-end="1192" data-start="1114">Support month-end journals, accruals, prepayments, and fixed asset processes</p></li><li data-end="1268" data-start="1193"><p data-end="1268" data-start="1195">Liaise with clients professionally, providing effective problem-solving</p></li><li data-start="1269" data-end="1326"><p data-start="1271" data-end="1326">Manage workload efficiently across multiple deadlines</p></li><li data-start="1327" data-end="1409"><p data-start="1329" data-end="1409">Train junior team members (e.g., school leavers) in Accounts Payable processes</p></li></ul><p data-start="1411" data-end="1438"><strong data-end="1436" data-start="1411">Skills & Requirements</strong></p><ul data-start="1439" data-end="1774"><li data-end="1503" data-start="1439"><p data-end="1503" data-start="1441">GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths, Grade C or above</p></li><li data-start="1504" data-end="1562"><p data-start="1506" data-end="1562">Knowledge of accounts payable and receivable processes</p></li><li data-end="1623" data-start="1563"><p data-start="1565" data-end="1623">Confident and professional phone and email communication</p></li><li data-start="1624" data-end="1680"><p data-start="1626" data-end="1680">Strong organisational skills and attention to detail</p></li><li data-start="1681" data-end="1726"><p data-start="1683" data-end="1726">Competent with MS Excel, Word and Outlook</p></li><li data-start="1727" data-end="1774"><p data-end="1774" data-start="1729">Experience with ERP systems is an advantage</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/YmhhdmluLmtvdGVjaGEuNTQ1OTguMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
<p data-start="306" data-end="671">Robert Half Ltd are delighted to be exclusively partnering with a growing Bicester-based organisation to recruit a permanent Finance Assistant. Following a highly successful year and multiple internal promotions within the finance team, this newly vacant role offers an excellent pathway for someone looking to develop their career in a supportive and forward-moving environment.</p><p data-start="673" data-end="1025">This is an ideal opportunity for an aspiring finance professional to join a friendly, collaborative team within a business that is making a meaningful impact in the local community. The role offers broad exposure across finance operations, month-end processes, and management accounts support, with strong mentoring and clear opportunities to progress.</p><p data-end="1053" data-start="1027"><strong data-start="1027" data-end="1051">Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul data-end="1833" data-start="1054"><li data-end="1153" data-start="1054"><p data-start="1056" data-end="1153">Prepare and post journals to support the month-end close, maintaining accurate reconciliations.</p></li><li data-end="1274" data-start="1154"><p data-start="1156" data-end="1274">Review monthly transactions and balance sheet positions to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.</p></li><li data-end="1382" data-start="1275"><p data-start="1277" data-end="1382">Raise sales invoices, manage payment collection and debtor ageing, and support annual contract billing.</p></li><li data-end="1476" data-start="1383"><p data-end="1476" data-start="1385">Complete bank reconciliations and assist with ongoing maintenance of accounts receivable.</p></li><li data-end="1573" data-start="1477"><p data-start="1479" data-end="1573">Support production of monthly management accounts for the organisation and its subsidiaries.</p></li><li data-end="1660" data-start="1574"><p data-start="1576" data-end="1660">Process supplier invoices, payment runs and ledger updates accurately and on time.</p></li><li data-start="1661" data-end="1764"><p data-start="1663" data-end="1764">Respond to supplier, customer, and internal queries, ensuring a high-quality, service-led approach.</p></li><li data-end="1833" data-start="1765"><p data-start="1767" data-end="1833">Provide reliable ad-hoc support across the finance team as needed.</p></li></ul><p data-end="1850" data-start="1835"><strong data-start="1835" data-end="1848">About You</strong></p><ul data-start="1851" data-end="2179"><li data-start="1851" data-end="1895"><p data-start="1853" data-end="1895">Studying AAT or qualified by experience.</p></li><li data-end="1960" data-start="1896"><p data-start="1898" data-end="1960">Previous experience in finance or accounting roles.</p></li><li data-start="1961" data-end="2024"><p data-start="1963" data-end="2024">Strong Excel skills and confidence handling financial data.</p></li><li data-start="2025" data-end="2099"><p data-start="2027" data-end="2099">Excellent attention to detail, organisation, and communication skills.</p></li><li data-start="2100" data-end="2179"><p data-end="2179" data-start="2102">A team player who values confidentiality and consistent, high-quality output.</p></li></ul><p data-end="2202" data-start="2181"><strong data-start="2181" data-end="2200">What's on Offer</strong></p><ul data-start="2203" data-end="2516"><li data-end="2244" data-start="2203"><p data-end="2244" data-start="2205">Competitive salary of £25,000-£27,000</p></li><li data-end="2299" data-start="2245"><p data-start="2247" data-end="2299">Hybrid working (4 days in office, 1 day from home)</p></li><li data-end="2378" data-start="2300"><p data-start="2302" data-end="2378">Supportive, friendly finance team with genuine internal progression routes</p></li><li data-start="2379" data-end="2431"><p data-end="2431" data-start="2381">Good company benefits package and pension scheme</p></li><li data-end="2516" data-start="2432"><p data-start="2434" data-end="2516">Opportunity to join a purpose-driven organisation delivering real community impact</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/Y2hhcmxpZS5odW50ZS41NTY4MC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>We are looking for a proactive Finance Assistant to join our clients dynamic Finance Team in Warwickshire. This fast-paced, hands-on role places you at the core of the finance operations, where you will support credit control, payroll, and purchase ledger activities.</p><p> </p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><p>- Sales Ledger & Credit Control</p><p>- Support invoice query investigations</p><p>- Assist with debt collection and manage aged debt</p><p>- Collaborate closely with the Sales Ledger Controller and Finance Manager</p><p> </p><p>- Payroll</p><p>- Help prepare weekly, four-weekly, and monthly payroll submissions</p><p>- Handle payroll queries from branches</p><p>- Complete payroll checks and reconciliations</p><p>- Process new starter documentation</p><p> </p><p>- Purchase Ledger</p><p>- Upload invoices via Dext</p><p>- Assist with payment queries</p><p>- Manage and organize the Finance inbox</p><p> </p><p>Additionally, you will have the opportunity to engage in ad-hoc finance projects alongside the Finance Manager and CFO.</p><p> </p><p>What We're Looking For:</p><p>- Experience in a finance environment (essential)</p><p>- Proficiency in Excel</p><p>- Xero experience is helpful but not essential</p><p>- Strong attention to detail and solid numerical skills</p><p>- Organized, proactive, and comfortable juggling priorities</p><p>- A genuine can-do attitude with clear communication skills</p><p> </p><p>If you thrive in a varied role and take pride in maintaining accurate numbers, we would love to hear from you.</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/Q2FpdGxpbi5TbWl0aC41MDQ1Mi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 7.5pt; color: black;">Role:</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 7.5pt; color: black;">Our client is looking to recruit an immediate, Community Assistant for a part time contract. In this role you will be responsible for the following duties: </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 7.5pt; color: black;"> </p><ul style="direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: embed; margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;" type="disc"><li>Providing a warm, friendly welcome to all members, guests, colleagues and external visitors to the site</li><li>Consistently deliver a members first service to meet/exceed service KPIs/standards to deliver member satisfaction (ensure a rapid and suitable response to all member queries and requests) and support the delivery of the Member Engagement Programme where needed.</li><li>Responsible for opening/closing (including any security measures) the Front Desk in line with SOPs</li><li>Encouraging usage of member app and any other associate technology to increase member engagement</li><li>Managing move in administration for new members in line with SOPs</li><li>Checking in / out, Day pass and Flex Members</li><li>Communicate guest and tour arrival to appropriate colleague/member</li><li>Manage all internal and external/commercial meeting room bookings, ensuring you work closely with SCM on commercial event bookings</li><li>Help CM maintain members portal and encourage member usage of member app and any other associate technology to increase member engagement</li><li>Responsible for ordering supplies and incidental for socials and external events</li><li>Replenishment of stock ordering (with CM) i.e., stock for honesty bar</li><li>Responsible for uploading all orders and receipts to 'xero' liaising with finance department when needed</li><li>Monitoring Front Desk email account</li><li>Respond to all enquiries via email/phone/in person (from members and external parties).</li><li>Notify members of deliveries</li></ul><p style="margin: 0in; margin-left: .375in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 7.5pt; color: black;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 7.5pt; color: black;">Profile:</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 7.5pt; color: black;">The successful temporary, Community Assistant will have at least 2 years experience working within a similar office function.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 7.5pt; color: black;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 7.5pt; color: black;">You must be either immediate or on a 1 week notice to be considered for this role.</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 7.5pt; color: black;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 7.5pt; color: black;">Client:</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 7.5pt; color: black;">Our client is a Property Business based in Milton Keynes. You will work 3 days per week from the office. </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 7.5pt; color: black;"> </p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 7.5pt; color: black;">Salary & Benefits:</p><p style="margin: 0in; font-family: Verdana; font-size: 7.5pt; color: black;">This immediate, temporary Community Assistant role will be paying circa £13-15 per hour. This is dependant on experience.</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/RWxpYW5hLlphbWV0Ljg2MzE0LjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p data-start="91" data-end="480">Robert Half Ltd are delighted to be partnering with a well-established organisation based in Kidlington to recruit a Bookkeeper. This position offers a varied workload across accounts payable, accounts receivable, bookkeeping, VAT compliance and wider financial support. You will join a lovely, experienced team and benefit from flexible working hours while being based onsite.</p><p data-end="480" data-start="91"><strong>The Role</strong></p><ul data-start="1737" data-end="1973"><li data-start="1737" data-end="1770"><p data-start="1739" data-end="1770">Salary: £30,000 - £35,000</p></li><li data-end="1852" data-start="1771"><p data-end="1852" data-start="1773">Working pattern: Open to full-time or part-time (4 days per week)</p></li><li data-start="1853" data-end="1883"><p data-start="1855" data-end="1883">Flexible working hours</p></li><li data-end="1903" data-start="1884"><p data-start="1886" data-end="1903">Onsite role - potential to work from home one day per week following training & onboarding.</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="515" data-start="487">Key Responsibilities</h3><ul data-end="1085" data-start="516"><li data-end="577" data-start="516"><p data-start="518" data-end="577">Manage Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes</p></li><li data-start="578" data-end="655"><p data-start="580" data-end="655">Handle general bookkeeping duties and maintain accurate financial records</p></li><li data-start="656" data-end="735"><p data-start="658" data-end="735">Prepare and submit VAT returns, including partial exemption reconciliations</p></li><li data-start="736" data-end="837"><p data-start="738" data-end="837">Complete bank reconciliations</p></li><li data-end="902" data-start="838"><p data-start="840" data-end="902">Process bank payments and support cash management activities</p></li><li data-end="975" data-start="903"><p data-start="905" data-end="975">Assist with year-end duties (experience desirable but not essential)</p></li><li data-end="1042" data-start="976"><p data-start="978" data-end="1042">Provide support with a small element of payroll where required</p></li><li data-start="1043" data-end="1085"><p data-start="1045" data-end="1085">Support ad-hoc finance tasks as needed</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="1092" data-end="1124">Your Profile</h3><ul data-start="1125" data-end="1699"><li data-start="1125" data-end="1189"><p data-end="1189" data-start="1127">Strong bookkeeping experience with solid AP and AR knowledge</p></li><li data-end="1274" data-start="1190"><p data-start="1192" data-end="1274">Experience preparing VAT returns; partial exemption experience highly beneficial</p></li><li data-start="1275" data-end="1347"><p data-end="1347" data-start="1277">Confident performing bank reconciliations and managing bank payments</p></li><li data-end="1430" data-start="1348"><p data-end="1430" data-start="1350">Experience with monthly reconciliations (utilities, balance sheet items, etc.)</p></li><li data-end="1502" data-start="1431"><p data-end="1502" data-start="1433">Some payroll exposure or willingness to support small payroll tasks</p></li><li data-start="1503" data-end="1590"><p data-end="1590" data-start="1505">High attention to detail, excellent organisation, and ability to work independently</p></li><li data-start="1591" data-end="1647"><p data-start="1593" data-end="1647">Strong communication skills and a proactive approach</p></li><li data-start="1648" data-end="1699"><p data-start="1650" data-end="1699">Year-end experience desirable but not essential</p></li></ul><h3 data-start="1706" data-end="1736"> </h3><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/Y2hhcmxpZS5odW50ZS44ODgwNi4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong>Bookkeeper - Solihull (Temporary) </strong><br /><strong>Full-time | Monday to Friday | Hybrid working</strong></p><p>Are you an experienced Bookkeeper looking for a role where you can take real ownership and be trusted to run the finance function your way? I'm supporting a small, friendly, down‑to‑earth business based near Knowle, Solihull, who are looking for a confident Bookkeeper to join their close‑knit team.</p><p>This is a stand‑alone position, so you'll be the go‑to person for all things finance and a key part of keeping things running smoothly.</p><p><strong>What you'll be doing day‑to‑day: </strong></p><p>* Managing daily bank receipts and allocations <br />* Running weekly supplier payment runs <br />* Handling aged debtors and managing credit control activity <br />* Raising sales invoices and processing purchase invoices <br />* Investigating purchase price variances and resolving supplier queries <br />* Uploading supplier payments and reconciling accounts in Clearbooks (experience in Xero or similar also welcomed) <br />* Supporting with general finance tasks, reporting, and ad‑hoc analysis</p><p><strong>What we're looking for:</strong> <br />* Someone qualified by experience or part‑qualified (AAT or similar) <br />* A reliable, steady individual who enjoys a stand‑alone role <br />* Confident, resilient, and comfortable taking ownership of your work <br />* A car driver - the office location requires it <br />* Happy working Monday-Friday in an office‑based environment <br />* Experience using Clearbooks, Xero, or other accounting systems</p><p><strong>What's on offer:</strong> <br />* Temporary opportunity with an immediate start <br />* Core hours 8.30am-5.30pm<br />* A relaxed, non‑corporate environment with a friendly team who enjoy a bit of banter!<br />* A role where your contribution genuinely makes a difference</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/SmVzc2ljYS5NdXNncmF2ZS4zNDEyMS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">