About the Company An ambitious, privately owned group operating across construction, infrastructure and related services is seeking a senior finance professional to join its leadership team. With a strong turnover, entrepreneurial culture and clear growth plans, the business offers the opportunity to take genuine ownership of the finance function and progress into a Finance Director position. The Role We are looking for a hands-on Head of Finance to work closely with the Managing Director as a trusted commercial and financial partner. Initially, you will take responsibility for the full finance function across a multi-entity group, balancing day-to-day financial management with strategic insight. As the business grows, you will build and lead a finance team, with a clear route to Finance Director. Key Responsibilities Take ownership of the end-to-end finance function across multiple group entities. Produce timely monthly management accounts, forecasts, budgets...

Farrer Barnes is working with a well-established and highly regarded accountancy practice in Dartford to recruit an experienced Bookkeeping Manager to join its growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced bookkeeper or practice accountant ready to take the next step in their career. You'll combine hands-on bookkeeping expertise with team leadership, client relationship management and the opportunity to help shape a growing function. You'll manage a varied client portfolio while overseeing a team of five based in Lagos, ensuring work is completed accurately, efficiently and within deadlines. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage a team of five, allocating workloads, reviewing work and monitoring deadlines. Provide guidance, support and training to develop team performance. Manage a diverse client portfolio and build strong, long-term relationships. Process invoices, balance accounts and maintain accurate financial records. Complete bank...

A prominent and highly regarded firm of accountants based in the Dartford area is looking to recruit an experienced Practice Bookkeeper to join their growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys a varied role and wants to work with a broad range of clients, from smaller owner-managed businesses through to companies with turnover of up to £10 million. The Role The position offers an excellent balance of hands-on bookkeeping and review work, giving you the opportunity to use your existing practice experience while developing your technical and review skills. Responsibilities will include: Preparing and reviewing bookkeeping records for a varied portfolio of clients. Carrying out bookkeeping and associated accounting tasks across a range of businesses. Reviewing work prepared by an overseas outsourced function and ensuring it meets the firm's required standards. Working with clients with turnovers ranging from smaller...

Are you an experienced Accounts Assistant looking for a part-time opportunity? We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented individual to join a busy finance team in Dartford on a temporary to permanent basis. This is a fully office-based role supporting the day-to-day running of the finance function. Role: Accounts Assistant - XERO Experience Required Location: Dartford (on-site parking) Hours: Part-Time Monday to Friday 9:00am - 2:00pm / 9:30am - 2:30pm 10:00am / 3:00pm Start: Monday 19th October Term: Temp to perm Pay: 15.00 - 16.00 per hour Key Responsibilities: Maintain and process Purchase Ledger and Sales Ledger transactions Raise customer invoices and ensure they are issued accurately and on time Manage credit control, including chasing overdue payments and resolving payment queries Perform regular bank reconciliations Process receipts, expenses, and supplier invoices Use Xero and Eworks to maintain accurate financial records Assist with...

Are you an experienced Accounts Assistant looking for a part-time opportunity? We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented individual to join a busy finance team in Dartford on a temporary to permanent basis. This is a fully office-based role supporting the day-to-day running of the finance function. Role: Accounts Assistant - XERO Experience Required Location: Dartford (on-site parking) Hours: Part-Time Monday to Friday 9:00am - 2:00pm / 9:30am - 2:30pm 10:00am / 3:00pm Start: Monday 19th October Term: Temp to perm Pay: £15.00 - £16.00 per hour Key Responsibilities: Maintain and process Purchase Ledger and Sales Ledger transactions Raise customer invoices and ensure they are issued accurately and on time Manage credit control, including chasing overdue payments and resolving payment queries Perform regular bank reconciliations Process receipts, expenses, and supplier invoices Use Xero and Eworks to maintain accurate financial records...

About the Company An established professional organisation is looking for a Finance Assistant to join its team. This is a great opportunity to join a supportive finance function, gain valuable experience and develop your career within a growing organisation. The Role Working closely with the Finance Manager, you'll support the day-to-day running of the finance function, with a particular focus on bookkeeping, reconciliations and ledger management. Key Responsibilities Maintaining accurate financial records and completing bank reconciliations. Processing purchase ledger invoices, payments and supplier queries. Raising sales invoices and monitoring outstanding debts. Processing expenses, credit card transactions and staff claims. Supporting financial reporting, year-end activities and audit requirements. Assisting with general finance administration and resolving queries. Desirable Skills Previous experience in a finance administration or...

Our client is a large services business based in the West Malling area. They are seeking to appoint an experienced and qualified Tax Manager to bolster their finance team. Client Details Our client is a large services business based in the West Malling area. They are seeking to appoint an experienced and qualified Tax Manager to bolster their finance team. Description Lead the preparation, review, and submission of corporate tax returns and statutory filings, maintaining robust supporting documentation and managing the recovery of R&D tax relief claims from HMRC. Oversee VAT, PAYE, and wider indirect tax compliance activities, including supporting customs clearance processes for imported goods and liaising with clearing agents to ensure the accurate assessment and payment of customs duties and import VAT. Manage the calculation of interim and year-end tax provisions for inclusion in statutory accounts, ensuring compliance with IFRS requirements, and...

An established and highly regarded independent accountancy practice in Maidstone is looking to recruit a Personal or Mixed Tax Senior to join its growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced tax professional seeking a varied role within a friendly and supportive environment. The successful candidate will manage a diverse portfolio of private clients, including directors, sole traders, partnerships, high-net-worth individuals and property investors. Key Responsibilities Managing a portfolio of personal tax clients from onboarding through to completion Preparing and reviewing Self Assessment tax returns Advising clients on personal tax planning opportunities, including capital gains tax and inheritance tax matters Handling HMRC correspondence and enquiries Monitoring deadlines and ensuring all compliance work is completed accurately and on time Building and maintaining strong client relationships Supporting junior team members where...

Farrer Barnes are delighted to be supporting a well-established leisure and sporting business with the recruitment of an experienced Payroll Clerk for a short to medium-term temporary assignment. Competitive hourly rate Temporary assignment Potential for extension The successful candidate will be responsible for processing payroll for up to 500 employees, making previous experience of managing a sizeable payroll essential. Key experience required: Detailed experience using Sage Payroll Experience processing payroll for up to 500 employees Strong knowledge of manual payroll calculations Experience managing RTI submissions Good understanding of auto-enrolment pensions Ability to work accurately and confidently to tight payroll deadlines Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Payroll Clerk to join a successful and well-established organisation. There is every opportunity for the assignment...

At Omny Group, we believe your people aren’t just an operational risk to be managed – they’re your greatest asset to be nurtured, energised and grown. We bring together HR, Health & Safety, Law, Employee Benefits and Personal Finance into a single, people-first partnership that helps businesses across the UK protect their organisation, develop their teams and perform at their best. Backed by private equity investment, we’re scaling fast – and our finance team is central to that journey. We’re now looking for a qualified Management Accountant to take ownership of month-end reporting across our group of trading entities and help us embed best practice as we grow. About the role Reporting to the Head of Finance, you’ll produce timely, accurate monthly management accounts for designated trading entities within the group, taking full ownership of month-end close, balance sheet integrity, and commissions and revenue recognition. You’ll also support our FP&A function with...

Farrer Barnes is recruiting for an Audit Manager to join a growing firm of Chartered Accountants based in Sittingbourne. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced audit professional to manage a varied portfolio, develop a team and play an active role in the continued growth of the practice, with a clear pathway towards Responsible Individual (RI) status. The firm takes a pragmatic approach to work-life balance, with effective resource planning and realistic deadlines. While additional hours may occasionally be required during busy periods, regular late working is not expected. The Role As Audit Manager, you will: Manage a diverse portfolio of audit clients from planning through to completion. Ensure assignments meet professional standards, budgets and deadlines. Lead audit planning and completion meetings and act as a key client contact. Review audit files, working papers and statutory accounts ahead of RI review. Provide practical...

About The Company: Our client is a well-established, operationally focused business with a strong commitment to commercial performance, sustainability and continuous improvement. They are seeking an analytical and commercially minded finance professional to partner with key operational teams across their fleet and facilities functions. The Role: We are looking for a Finance Business Partner to provide insightful financial analysis and support decision-making across the various business units. Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will work closely with operational leaders and commercial stakeholders, helping to improve profitability, enhance reporting and drive performance across both day-to-day operations and strategic projects. Key Responsibilities: • Taking ownership of P&Ls, including budgeting, forecasting, target setting and post-management-account review. • Producing timely, commercially focused analysis on operational performance, cost-effectiveness,...

REGIONAL FINANCE DIRECTOR - HOUSEBUILDING Kent 100,000- 150,000 + Bonus & Package - DOE A leading UK housebuilder is looking to appoint a Regional Finance Director to join its senior regional management team, supporting the Managing Director in driving financial performance, commercial decision-making and long-term business strategy. This is a senior, commercially focused Finance Director position rather than a traditional financial reporting role. You'll have genuine influence across the regional business, working closely with the MD, Commercial, Production, Sales and Land teams. The role will include: Leading the regional finance function and team Partnering with the MD on business strategy, performance and new business decisions Financial oversight of land acquisitions and new developments Challenging budgets, forecasts, CVRs, costs and cash flow Identifying commercial opportunities, risks and mitigation strategies Driving robust financial...

A great new opportunity for an ACA/ACCA qualified Senior Accountant to join a well regarded chartered accountancy firm in Tunbridge Wells, Kent Are you a qualified accountant looking to develop your career in a well established and forward thinking accountancy firm? Due to on-going growth, and with succession planning in mind this well run, successful and friendly firm is looking for an experienced practice accountant to support the partners in looking after a growing portfolio of mainly SME clients. You will prepare and review accounts and tax returns, as well as working on a few audit assignments. You will also be involved in the development of junior team members, and be encourage to develop your client facing skills . You will be working as part of a professional and lively team and have lots of opportunity to develop your career in the future. About you: ACCA/ACA qualified or equivalent A background in a UK accountancy practice Organised, proactive and technically...

We are recruiting for an ACA/ACCA qualified accountant to join a well run and highly regarded accountancy firm in Cranbrook, Kent as a Client Manager. This is a rare opportunity to join this growing Kent based firm. They work with a wide range of businesses to provide high quality accountancy and tax services. This varied role has been created due to ongoing growth, and will involve taking responsibility for your own client portfolio. You will prepare and review statutory accounts, VAT and corporate tax. You will also have the opportunity to be involved in outsourced FD services, and to coach and develop more junior team members. The firm prides itself on their high levels of technical expertise and excellent customer care. They will support you in providing this by offer ongoing training, support and professional development. They are based in nice offices in an easily accessible location and have a friendly and positive work culture. About you: ACA/ACCA qualified...

JOB TITLE: Accounts Assistant LOCATION : Tenterden, Kent SALARY : £14ph HOURS : Part-time, 2 days a week Office Angels are proud to be recruiting this fantastic opportunity for a exclusive company based in rural Tenterden. Our client offers an excellent working environment in lovely grounds, with part-time flexible hours, working 2 days a week, 7.5hrs a day. This is a temporary role starting immediately for approximately 3 months, however there could be further opportunities. The day to day duties in your new job would be: Processing purchase ledger invoices, verifying receipt of goods/services Managing purchase orders Processing expense reports Preparing, processing and reconciling bank payments Proposing payment runs to meet agreed payment terms Liasing with suppliers regarding any invoice queries Month end reconciliation Other accounts duties as required We'd love to speak to candidates who: Have Purchase Ledger/Finance...

JOB TITLE: Bookkeeper, SAGE experience LOCATION : Ashford, Kent SALARY : £13ph to £15ph TERM : 2 weeks HOURS : Monday to Friday, 9am till 5pm Office Angels are proud to be supporting this growing business in their search for a Bookkeeper, purely to help with a busy period for 2 weeks. This is a temporary contract, where you will be based in modern offices in Ashford with free parking on site. The day to day duties in your new job could consist of: Record daily business transactions, including sales, purchases, income, and expenses. Prepare and issue sales invoices, record supplier invoices, and ensure transactions are properly documented. Monitor money owed by customers, follow up on overdue invoices, and record customer payments. Track amounts owed to suppliers, verify invoices, and ensure payments are made on time. Compare bank statements with accounting records to identify and correct discrepancies. Record cash received and paid out, monitor petty...

An exciting opportunity to join a high-growth, technology-focused accountancy practice specialising in supporting ambitious start-ups and scale-up businesses. Managing a small portfolio of clients, you will oversee the preparation of management accounts, statutory accounts and personal tax returns, while building strong client relationships and developing your technical expertise. The ideal candidate will have accountancy practice experience, excellent attention to detail and a proactive, client-focused approach. This is an excellent opportunity to join an ambitious, growing firm, offering genuine scope to expand your portfolio, take on greater responsibility and progress your career. Farrer Barnes Ltd does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. Farrer Barnes Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary...

My client is an innovative multi-academy trust based in the south Kent looking now to make the key appointment of a new Chief Financial Officer on a part time basis, with the skills and experience to provide strategic management and leadership of the financial, commercial, and business operations of the Trust. The chosen candidate will be able to successfully lead the finance team, bringing in-depth knowledge and actively contributing to the development of efficient finance systems and process, with a robust but pragmatic internal controls. You must be a fully qualified accountant with strong business acumen and excellent interpersonal skills. Proven experience in delivering a high-quality service in an Academy or MAT setting will be hugely advantageous, but applications from senior finance professionals from the charity or local authority setting are welcomed. Robust leadership traits and strong stakeholder management skills is essential. The successful candidate will be...

Farrer Barnes is recruiting for an Accounts & Tax Manager to join a highly regarded firm of chartered accountants in Ashford. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced practice professional seeking a varied role, strong client relationships and genuine flexibility. Offering a salary of £50,000-£60,000, hybrid working and full-time or part-time options, this position would suit an established Manager or an ambitious Senior ready to take the next step. You'll manage a varied client portfolio, oversee accounts and tax compliance, and work closely with the senior team to deliver an exceptional service. The role also offers the opportunity to support colleagues, develop client relationships and make a valuable contribution to the wider practice. Responsibilities Manage a portfolio of clients, acting as their main point of contact. Prepare and review statutory accounts and associated tax computations. Oversee corporation tax and personal tax compliance....