Accounts Processing Assistant, Permanent, £17 - £20kpa, Oxford, Ref OX352
Our client is one of the regions biggest and best established employers with an outstanding reputation for excellence. They now have a vacancy for an Accounts Processing Assistant to work within their state of the art offices in Oxford. Responsibilities will be processing purchasing transactions, ensuring all requisitions are correctly authorised and coded, appropriate quotes are obtained and to check purchase requisitions ensuring levels are appropriate and reflect correct VAT treatment according to those laid down by the team. You will also be responsible for ensuring all purchase orders are raised within agreed service levels and times. You will need to maintain a good working relationship with key suppliers and be proactive in resolving issues. You will have previous experience of working in high volume transaction processes and the ability to work accurately with high attention to detail. Excellent communication skills and a high degree of financial and computer literacy. This is a fantastic opportunity for the right candidate to gain experience and further their career, with many additional benefits.

Tax Accountant, Permanent, Ideally studying, £22 - £28k, Oxford, Ref OX351
Our client is a leading and established company based in Oxford and they are now looking to recruit a senior in the tax department to look after a mixed portfolio of personal and corporate clients. Responsibilities will include preparation of Income and Expenditure accounts, reviewing business tax computations and preparing Corporation tax returns and partnership returns. You will also be responsible for all compliance work and be responsible for your own portfolio of clients. You will be working within a small team and assisting partners with tax enquiries and tax planning. Some accounting experience would be useful as well as being computer literate and able to work unsupervised with a willingness to supervise junior members of staff during busy tax return season. A team player with good interpersonal skills. This opportunity offers additional excellent benefits with study leave if required.

Financial Controller, Initially 3mth contract, Studying, or FQ, ACA, CIMA, Circa £40k, Northants, Ref OX350
A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen to work within this broad based technology company. Its reputation has continued to excel their presence in the market as a dynamic, innovative professional. Due to unforeseen circumstances a Financial Controller is sought initially on a contract basis. Reporting to the Finance Director you will assist with year end processes to include audit. Responsible for maintaining accurate and current register of all fixed assets, work in liaison with the Finance Director to produce accurate and timely cashflow forecasts and liaise with project managers to monitor budget performance. You will be proactive and be able to work on your own initiative. Communicate with non-financial individuals at all levels within the business. Have a positive and enthusiastic attitude particularly under times of pressure.

Accounts Assistant, Temporary, Circa £18k, Oxfordshire, Ref OX349
Our client is in the process of reorganising financial information and has a backlog of data that requires processing. Therefore the need for a temporary Accounts Assistant is required to start immediately. Responsibilities will be purchase and sales ledger utilising their Sage 100 system with additional administration duties. It is essential you have Sage 100 experience and be competent in excel. Working in a small but friendly team you will need to be adaptable, organised and use your own initiative. This is an all round opportunity that would give you experience within this established organisation that is renowned in Oxfordshire for its international excellence.

Deputy Finance Manager, Permanent, £30-£35k plus excellent benefits, Oxford, Ref OX348
Our Client is a well established specialist that has a world renowned reputation for expertise within its field. To support this complex business a vacancy for a Deputy Finance Manager has arisen to take responsibility for all areas of Financial Management. Reporting to the Departmental Manager you will be responsible for managing the day to day financial aspects of the department and ensuring that the financial processes meet the department’s needs and that all transactions comply with Financial Regulations. You will have overall responsibility for two staff providing support, work load, professional mentoring and their Personal Development Review. Maintaining up to date information on all accounts for use by other departmental staff to include budgets, VAT, reports and analysis. Monitoring the financial position of the general ledger accounts and oversee month/year end procedures. You will need relevant accounting experience with proven and in-depth experience of computerised accounting systems, excellent IT skills including advanced usage of Excel. Good interpersonal skills coupled with both written and oral skills as you will be regularly communicating to non financial individuals. A hands on approach, flexible with a positive attitude and a genuine desire to provide a professional service. This is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate and could offer further career progression as well as many other benefits.

Finance Manager, Permanent, Circa £30k, Oxford, Ref OX347
An opportunity has arisen for a Finance Manager to work within this prestigious organisation who employ approximately 1000 staff, they are a dynamic organisation and are looking to build upon their reputation as an outstanding place to work. Responsibilities will include maintaining all statutory accounting records using Sage Line 50, Sales & Purchase Ledger, Nominal Ledger applications, VAT, processing of expenses and invoices, weekly and monthly payroll and checking bank information on a daily basis for direct credits and abnormalities. You will have a hands on approach and need to be conversant and competent with Sage Line 50 Accounts, Sage Line Payroll and be generally computer literate. The ability to work without supervision and meet deadlines within a timely and accurate manner. This is a permanent position for an individual to add value in a challenging environment. It is essential you are comfortable in communicating confidently at all levels especially to non financial individuals.
Part Time Accountant, Permanent, South Oxfordshire, Ref OX346
Our client a successful and expanding specialist is looking to recruit an experienced accountant for their friendly small office in South Oxfordshire. Reporting to the Managing Director key aspects of this role are to manage the systems using Sage Line 50, in order to produce quarterly management accounts. Entering sales invoices, producing monthly statements and reconciling bank accounts on a monthly basis. VAT returns and processing year end accounts to trial balance. You will also be involved in Personnel, producing contracts and ensuring the company is working within Employment Law, and updating Health and Safety records and Payroll processes including P11d’s file online. You must have all round accounting knowledge with the ability to work under pressure with a high level of accuracy. Excellent communication and IT skills. At present this is for 2 days per week and there is some flexibility on days.

Bid Manager, Permanent, £45 - £50k, Derbyshire, Ref OX344
Our client, a reputable global business within the technology industry is looking to recruit an experienced Bid Manager for their Headquarters in Derbyshire. With a comprehensive portfolio of products, technologies and solutions this new position will support their growth as they take pride in their development capability. Working closely with the sales department as well as other divisions you will be expected to produce high quality, timely, effective bids and proposals.
Key responsibilities will include managing bid planning, progress, scheduling and storyboarding. Authorising the bids, tracking, reporting and presenting progress and plans at management meetings and client workshops. Leading teams in the preparation of RFPs, RFIs, RFQs, ITTs and other bid documentation, incorporating win-themes, research and data mining into proposals in areas such as competitive analysis, end-client business strategy and market intelligence.
You will have experience of managing major bids & proposals, bid planning, management and organisation skills. People management skills at all levels with strong communication skills; confident and articulate in all communications i.e. face-to-face, telephone and written communications. Self-motivated, self disciplined and having the ability to work to tight deadlines, including out-of-hours effort when necessary.

ALOHA EPOS TRAINER, Temporary, Salary TBC, Oxford, Ref OX343
Our client is a successful services provider, who are recognised as a supportive and employee focused organisation.
They have identified a need in the department and require an experienced ALOHA EPOS trainer to deliver classroom and 121 training to a variety of individuals. Your experience will include training course material development, classroom training and floor walking, you must have experience delivering technology training to a lower tech audience.
You will be technically savvy with the ability to set up your own training environments and cope with a technical emergency.
Experience of Business Analysis / Functional Analysis would be beneficial as you will be helping customers to specify customisations for the way they use the application. You will be experienced at writing functional specifications so developers can carry out the necessary technical work to configure/ re-develop the application.

Manager - Financial Controls, £48 - £52k plus excellent benefits package, Permanent, Oxford, Ref OX341
Our client a large and diverse business is currently seeking a senior finance professional to manage the financial control of the business. The individual will be part of a small team that seeks to support financial control, risk management and cost effective solutions whilst making recommendations on how they can further improve financial control and discipline across the firm.
Main responsibilities will include:- Control and analytical review of controls across the business whilst reporting of financial controls via KPI reports.
Constant seeking of ways to improve processes Value added financial analysis and commentary, including explanations for major variances Ensure staff competencies are regularly reviewed and training needs identified
Communicating on a regular basis with senior management to achieve appropriate levels of financial controls.
You will be a qualified accountant with experience gained within a large company. Technically a strong individual, comfortable considering the accounting and commercial implications of issues. Strong IT skills, particularly with Excel (v lookups and pivot tables at a minimum). A clear personal pride for delivering high quality reporting within monthly deadlines. A pro-active problem solver who sees issues through to completion. Happy to challenge the status quo and constantly seeking improvements. Strong verbal and written communication skills and influencing skills. Diplomatic with very hands on approach. The ability to initiate and manage change in an area which is constantly evolving to higher levels of efficiency. Strong interpersonal skills are also required. Ability to work well under pressure and adapt quickly to change.

Internal Systems Auditor, £42 - £48k plus excellent benefits package, Permanent, Oxford, Ref OX340
An exciting position has become available in a reputable Oxfordshire business that has a major presence as its global appeal continues to grow. To support their future systems development an experienced systems auditor is sought who will be able to identify weaknesses and make recommendations, assess the effectiveness of current controls and processes prepare detailed audit reports, provide suggested improvements to ensure best practice.
Key duties of the role include:
Maintain and continuously improve the business operating system.
Implement audit methodology, standards and guidelines and identify non-compliance
Assist in reporting and follow up of audit findings, monitor and verify management response and implementation.
Lead audit projects and provide management information to ensure they meet desired business objectives in a timely and efficient manner
Analyse processing systems, to assess accuracy, validity and efficiency.
You will have relevant systems audit knowledge and experience, be proficient in ERP applications and strong Microsoft packages.
With excellent communications skills, patience and exceptional eye for detail this role would offer you growth, personal development with the opportunity to add value to a thriving business.

Deputy Payments Manager, £25k - £30k plus excellent benefits, Initially 1 yr contract, Oxford, Ref OX339
Our client is a well established organisation within Oxford and has an outstanding reputation for developing and supporting their staff. They now have an opportunity for a Deputy Payments Manager initially on a 1 year fixed term contract with the possibility of going permanent. This role will involve managing aspects of the central payment team, to include the ability to set priorities and targets and monitor progress. You will deputise when required and assist the payments team with its development strategies for improving the service provision. You must have core experience of high volume transactions and people management. Experience of working within a payments team is essential with at least 2 years experience of supervising staff. Excellent IT skills and able to demonstrate an ability to prioritise work and that of others in order to meet deadlines. You will also need to be able to communicate at all levels in a confident and polite manner. This position offers excellent benefits for the right candidate with ongoing support and career progression.

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