Finance Assistant (Temp to Perm) Location: On-site Ashford Hours: Monday to Friday 09:00-17:00 We are currently recruiting for a Finance Assistant to join a busy finance team on a temp-to-perm basis. This role has become available to help support the team and stabilise workload during a particularly busy period. The successful candidate will join at a time when the department is preparing for month-end, so we are looking for someone who already has practical finance experience and can confidently support core accounting tasks from the outset. This position would suit someone early in their finance career who has gained hands-on experience and is ready to build on their skills in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities Sales invoicing Credit control Cash book posting and reconciliation Setting up new suppliers and customers on the system Supporting month-end analysis Assisting with payroll journals and other finance journals Providing general finance...

Job Title: Finance Assistant Location: Canterbury Hours: 37.5 hours per week About the Role We are seeking a Finance Assistant to join our clients team on a short-term temporary basis at their office in Canterbury. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional who can quickly integrate into a busy team and provide immediate support. You will assist the Finance Director and Management Accountant with day-to-day finance tasks, helping to ensure smooth and efficient operations during a busy period. Key Responsibilities Processing invoices and petty cash claims Posting and banking income Reconciling bank statements and supporting month-end activities Maintaining the purchase ledger, including supplier payments and query resolution Analysing and processing telephone, utility, and council tax bills Processing monthly credit card claims Ensuring records and documentation are kept up to date Providing general administrative and finance...

About the Organisation Our client is a well-established organisation seeking a strategic and commercially minded Group Financial Controller to oversee group-level financial management and guide a high-performing finance team. This role is central to maintaining strong financial governance, driving continuous improvement, and supporting long-term organisational stability and growth. The Role Reporting to the Board, this role carries full responsibility for producing accurate group accounts, overseeing financial planning, ensuring robust controls, and providing strategic insight. You will manage the Finance function, act as a key advisor on financial matters, and ensure effective compliance, reporting and operational excellence across the wider business. Key Responsibilities Oversee the production of accurate monthly management accounts and cashflow reporting. Lead budgeting, forecasting, strategic planning and financial analysis activities. Provide financial advice on capital...

Bookkeeping & VAT Manager Location: Ashford Salary: Competitive + Benefits Job Type: Permanent (37.5 hours preferred but 25 hours minimum) We are seeking a motivated and organised Bookkeeping & VAT Manager to join a hands-on role where you will manage a portfolio of clients, oversee VAT and bookkeeping processes, and support a small team of junior bookkeepers. Key Responsibilities Review VAT returns, carry out quality control, and manage departmental administration Support the team with VAT return preparation and submissions Oversee VAT registrations, de-registrations, and Making Tax Digital (MTD) requirements Allocate and manage team workloads to ensure deadlines are consistently met Provide VAT advice to colleagues and clients Work closely with Client Managers to ensure VAT quarters are prepared and ready for accounts About You Minimum 3 years' bookkeeping experience Previous practice experience is essential 2+ years' experience with Xero and...

Financial Compliance Officer Salary: 40,000 to 50,000 per annum Hours: 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday (including 1 hour 15 minute break) Location: Canterbury We are working with a well established, award winning Independent Financial Planning and Wealth Management firm seeking a Financial Compliance Officer to join their Technical & Quality Assurance team. You will be responsible for first line monitoring and quality assurance of financial planning advice. You will ensure suitability reports and technical research meet defined quality standards and FCA regulatory requirements, while helping to mitigate business risk. Key Responsibilities Conduct detailed suitability report and technical file reviews Assess the suitability of advice, including complex pension transfers and higher-risk products (e.g. VCTs) Ensure advice is compliant, robust and supported by appropriate documentation Meet agreed service level agreements Identify trends, patterns...