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Finance Analyst | Hybrid – Dartford | £55k - £60k + Bonus This role as Finance Analyst will be part of a Global organisation who continue to grow. This organisation has an enviable reputation for having an outstanding culture, resulting in incredibly low staff turnover and very few opportunities to join the finance team. With flexible hybrid working options available. Reporting to the Finance Director, the Finance Analyst will be responsible for the forecasting, budgeting, analytical business activities, financial planning and analysis, and finance projects. Responsibilities: • To review monthly accounting data against budget and prior year data, identifying and investigating material deviations and highlighting areas of concern for appropriate further investigation and action. • To coordinate, control and assist in the preparation of annual budgets and periodic forecasts (Latest Estimates) in line with the global reporting schedule. • To support periodic cost control and forecast/ budgetary planning. • To facilitate the “Finance Road Map” by helping to

Finance Analyst | Hybrid – Dartford | £55k - £60k + Bonus This role as Finance Analyst will be part of a Global organisation who continue to grow. This organisation has an enviable reputation for having an outstanding culture, resulting in incredibly low staff turnover and very few opportunities to join the finance team. With flexible hybrid working options available. Reporting to the

Credit Controller | Tunbridge Wells | Up to £30K This is a great opportunity for an experienced Credit Controller to join a business who are a leading player in their field. They are based in a fantastic location and are looking for a new member to come into the team and grow with the company. Working as part of a small team, as the Credit Controller, you will be responsible for: • Process ng invoices • Allocating payments to the account • Account reconciliations • Preparing debtor reports • Improving company processes • Dealing with queries Skills: - • Excellent communication skills • Excellent organisational skills • Ability to work well in a team • Analytical skills and thorough attention to detail

Credit Controller | Tunbridge Wells | Up to £30K This is a great opportunity for an experienced Credit Controller to join a business who are a leading player in their field. They are based in a fantastic location and are looking for a new member to come into the team and grow with the company. Working as part of a small team, as the Credit Controller, you will be responsible for: • Process

Accounts Officer | Canterbury | Up to £32K – temp to perm Our client is a forward-thinking company committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. As they continue to grow, they are seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join our finance team. This role will predominantly focus on managing the purchase ledger and ensuring smooth and accurate financial transacti ns. Key responsibilities: • Process supplier invoices and ensure they are accurately recorded in the financial system. • Match invoices to purchase orders and delivery notes, resolving any discrepancies promptly. • Reconcile supplier statements and manage any queries or issues that arise. • Maintain and update the purchase ledger, ensuring all data is accurate and up-to-date. • Communicate effectively with suppliers and internal departments to resolve any payment or invoicing issues. • Covering sales ledger and credit control when needed. Candidate Profile: • Excellent numerical and data entry skills. • Strong organisational and time management abilities. •

Accounts Officer | Canterbury | Up to £32K – temp to perm Our client is a forward-thinking company committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. As they continue to grow, they are seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join our finance team. This role will predominantly focus on managing the purchase ledger and ensuring smooth and accurate financial transacti

Accounts Assistant | Sittingbourne | Up to £30K Our client is a forward-thinking company committed to excellence in every aspect of the business. As they continue to grow, they are seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join their finance team. This role will predominantly focus on managing the purchase ledger and ensuring smooth and accurate financial transactions. Key esponsibilities: • Process supplier invoices and ensure they are accurately recorded in the financial system. • Match invoices to purchase orders and delivery notes, resolving any discrepancies promptly. • Prepare and process payment runs, ensuring timely payments to suppliers. • Reconcile supplier statements and manage any queries or issues that arise. • Maintain and update the purchase ledger, ensuring all data is accurate and up-to-date. • Assist with month-end closing activities, including reconciling accounts payable. • Support the finance team with other accounting tasks as needed, including audits and financial reporting. • Communicate effectively with supplier

Accounts Assistant | Sittingbourne | Up to £30K Our client is a forward-thinking company committed to excellence in every aspect of the business. As they continue to grow, they are seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join their finance team. This role will predominantly focus on managing the purchase ledger and ensuring smooth and accurate financial transactions. Key

Senior Buyer | Sittingbourne | Up to £40K Are you ready for an exciting opportunity that offers a fantastic progression plan? A renowned independent business based in Sittingbourne, Kent, is seeking a talented individual to join their expanding team as a Senior Buyer. With our strong reputation and commitment to growth, this is a chance to thrive in an environment while making a real impact i our dynamic industry. With a progression plan into Procurement Manager and then onto Procurement Director this is a fantastic opportunity with serious growth included. Key responsibilities and accountabilities: • Responsible for cost saving and supporting the Senior Management Team • Liaising with internal and external stakeholders • Identify and evaluate potential suppliers based on quality, price, and reliability. • Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing with suppliers to secure the best possible deals. • Monitor inventory levels and forecast demand to ensure timely procurement of necessary items. • Collaborate with the production, quality control, and logistics

Senior Buyer | Sittingbourne | Up to £40K Are you ready for an exciting opportunity that offers a fantastic progression plan? A renowned independent business based in Sittingbourne, Kent, is seeking a talented individual to join their expanding team as a Senior Buyer. With our strong reputation and commitment to growth, this is a chance to thrive in an environment while making a real impact i

Credit Controller | Mid Kent | £32K Our client a Not For Profit organisation based in Kent are looking for an efficient Credit Controller to join their team. The role will focus on that invoices are raised, to deal with the credit control of invoices raised and to undertake cashier processing for all bank accounts. Key Duties to Include: • Chase overdue debts by telephone, email and lett r • Investigate disputed sales invoice • Allocating receipts • Aged debt reporting • Building rapport with partner organisations Key skills required: • Good attention to detail • Ability to work under pressure • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Experience of credit control

Credit Controller | Mid Kent | £32K Our client a Not For Profit organisation based in Kent are looking for an efficient Credit Controller to join their team. The role will focus on that invoices are raised, to deal with the credit control of invoices raised and to undertake cashier processing for all bank accounts. Key Duties to Include: • Chase overdue debts by telephone, email and lett

Credit Control Administrator | Canterbury – Hybrid | 22K Are you looking for a step into the finance industry? Our client is seeking to add a highly organised Credit Control administrator to their extremely busy team in the Canterbury area. The role will be hybrid working after the probation period. Responsibilities: • Providing full admin support to the Credit Control team • Posting c sh to the sales ledger to ensure it is allocated on time • Management of debt exposure • Taking inbound calls & logging queries • Issuing weekly query reports • Interaction with Sales Order Processing • Completing KPI’s for including in monthly CC reports • Ensuring accuracy of data to enable effective review of credit limits • Ad hoc support to the business Requirements: • Administrative experience • Good attention to detail • Highly organised • Good communicator • Excellent customer service • Flexibility in adapting to a fasted paced business

Credit Control Administrator | Canterbury – Hybrid | 22K Are you looking for a step into the finance industry? Our client is seeking to add a highly organised Credit Control administrator to their extremely busy team in the Canterbury area. The role will be hybrid working after the probation period. Responsibilities: • Providing full admin support to the Credit Control team • Posting c

Group HR Manager | Kent | 65-75k + package Our client, a successful and acquisitive group business in Kent, are seeking to appoint a Group HR Manager in a newly created role offering the ability to really make an impact and add value. The Group HR Manager will oversee HR operations across multiple geographical locations. Responsible for managing and developing the people function; planning, dev loping, and administering policies and programmes. Possess the ability to address strategic people challenges as well as manage short term operational priorities, across the group. Key Responsibilities of the Group HR Manager: • Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with the company's overall objectives and growth plans. • Provide leadership and guidance to the group to ensure consistency. • Analyse HR metrics and trends to drive continuous improvement and enhance employee engagement and retention. • Act as a trusted advisor to senior management on employee relations matters, including disciplinary actions, grievances, and performance management. • Implement

Group HR Manager | Kent | 65-75k + package Our client, a successful and acquisitive group business in Kent, are seeking to appoint a Group HR Manager in a newly created role offering the ability to really make an impact and add value. The Group HR Manager will oversee HR operations across multiple geographical locations. Responsible for managing and developing the people function; planning, dev

Interim Commercial Accountant | Outskirts of Maidstone | Up to £65k Our client is a well-established and successful privately-owned business based in the outskirts of Maidstone, who are looking for a commercial accountant to join the team on a 12 x month fixed-term contract. The person in this role will ideally be able to gain a thorough understanding of the business through building work ng relationships at all levels within the company. Key responsibilities: Creation of financial models and templates for product analysis throughout the business Understand and challenge data sources and assumptions to ensure reporting is robust, consistent, and supportable Build costing models to gain as much value from non-finance data as possible Prepare weekly P&Ls for the business, with detailed variance analysis. Ensuring the consignment tracker reconciles to the finance system and packing sheets. Ad hoc projects and duties as required. The ideal candidate: Will be fully qualified – ACA, ACCA or CIMA (candidates qualified by experience will

Interim Commercial Accountant | Outskirts of Maidstone | Up to £65k Our client is a well-established and successful privately-owned business based in the outskirts of Maidstone, who are looking for a commercial accountant to join the team on a 12 x month fixed-term contract. The person in this role will ideally be able to gain a thorough understanding of the business through building work

Assistant Management Accountant | North Kent | Up to £36K This is an exciting opportunity for a part/newly qualified accountant to join a Global organisation as an Assistant Management Accountant based in their North Kent Head Office. This role is fully office based working a 37.5 hours a week. This is a great opportunity for an ambitious, motivated, and enthusiastic individual looking for n opportunity to progress their Accountancy career as the role will come with study support if needed. You will be responsible for: - Assisting with preparing the monthly management accounts inclusive of balance sheet reconciliations Assisting the Management Accountant with month-end routines Assisting the Operational site Managers in the absence of the Management Accountant Responsible for daily and weekly Cashbook reconciliations for all sterling and foreign currency bank accounts Accountable for monthly processing and reconciliations of company credit card statements Management of monthly/quarterly petty cash postings and reconciliations Supporting Accounts Payable and Receiva

Assistant Management Accountant | North Kent | Up to £36K This is an exciting opportunity for a part/newly qualified accountant to join a Global organisation as an Assistant Management Accountant based in their North Kent Head Office. This role is fully office based working a 37.5 hours a week. This is a great opportunity for an ambitious, motivated, and enthusiastic individual looking for

Finance Administrator | 20-25k | Near Maidstone Cobb & Jones Recruitment are working in partnership with a dynamic and well-established services business near Maidstone in the recruitment of a Finance Administrator As a Finance Administrator, you will be responsible for efficiently and accurately processing supplier invoices, ensuring timely payments, and maintaining accurate records of all fin ncial transactions related to accounts payable, pricing orders, customer service, cashbook reconciliations. This role plays a vital part in the smooth operation of the finance department. Key Responsibilities will include: • Processing invoices • Coding and matching • Statement reconciliations • Managing the accounts inbox • Pricing • Dealing with customer queries Candidates will possess the following skills and experience: • Experience in a customer service role • Strong attention to detail and accuracy. • Excellent organisational and time-management skills. • Effective communication and interpersonal abilities. • Ability to work both independentl

Finance Administrator | 20-25k | Near Maidstone Cobb & Jones Recruitment are working in partnership with a dynamic and well-established services business near Maidstone in the recruitment of a Finance Administrator As a Finance Administrator, you will be responsible for efficiently and accurately processing supplier invoices, ensuring timely payments, and maintaining accurate records of all fin

Graduate Accounts Assistant | Maidstone - Hybrid | £23-27K A new exciting opportunity has become available for a leading business in their field on the outskirts of Maidstone. The client have gone through a large growth period and are now looking to add to their team. Responsibilities will include: • Process financial documents such as invoices, bills, and accounts payable and receivable

Graduate Accounts Assistant | Maidstone - Hybrid | £23-27K A new exciting opportunity has become available for a leading business in their field on the outskirts of Maidstone. The client have gone through a large growth period and are now looking to add to their team. Responsibilities will include: • Process financial documents such as invoices, bills, and accounts payable and receivable

Senior Group Reporting Accountant | Dartford | £70k Basic + £5k Car Allowance Cobb & Jones Recruitment are supporting a large engineering focused company in their search for a new Senior Group Reporting Accounting. The role will involve taking an active role in supporting the delivery of the year-end financial statements and monthly management accounts reporting. This role will provide capac ty to drive management accounts alignment and broaden the group control environment as well as supporting the long-term contract accounting reviews across the business. Reporting to the Head of Reporting within the central finance team with a high degree of exposure to the European senior management team. Team Deliverables: • Preparation and review of the Group consolidated financial accounts • Preparation and review of the UK statutory accounts • Preparation of technical accounting papers to support the year end audit process • Preparation of a small number of monthly management accounts • Review of accounting position on long term contracts in line with IFRS 15 • Suppo

Senior Group Reporting Accountant | Dartford | £70k Basic + £5k Car Allowance Cobb & Jones Recruitment are supporting a large engineering focused company in their search for a new Senior Group Reporting Accounting. The role will involve taking an active role in supporting the delivery of the year-end financial statements and monthly management accounts reporting. This role will provide capac

Purchase Ledger Clerk | Outskirts of Maidstone – Office Based | £25-30K – Temporary This is a superb opportunity to join a large, multi-faceted, owner managed business who have an enviable reputation across Kent and the South East. Working in their Kent based Head Office within a highly regarded finance team. Your responsibilities will include: • Processing invoices • Allocating pa ments • Matching, batching and coding • Must have a working knowledge of COINS • Supplier statement reconciliations • Dealing with queries Key Skills: • Excellent communication skills • Ability to work well in a team • Strong attention to detail • At least 1-2 years experience in a related field • Must have COINS experience

Purchase Ledger Clerk | Outskirts of Maidstone – Office Based | £25-30K – Temporary This is a superb opportunity to join a large, multi-faceted, owner managed business who have an enviable reputation across Kent and the South East. Working in their Kent based Head Office within a highly regarded finance team. Your responsibilities will include: • Processing invoices • Allocating pa

Bookkeeper | Maidstone Kent | £30-35K Our client based on the outskirts of Maidstone are looking to appoint a Bookkeeper to join their team. Reporting to the Finance Director, this role is responsible for maintaining the books and records for the smaller entities, processing sales and purchase invoice and closing at month end. The successful candidate will also be required to help with add tional tasks. You will be responsible for:- • Processing sales and purchase invoices • Allocating receipts and payments • Posting journals • Bank reconciliations • Maintain the fixed asset register • Completing VAT returns • Full accruals and prepayment schedules You will need:- • Previous experience in a bookkeeping environment • AAT or QBE • Strong attention to detail • Knowledge of VAT regulations

Bookkeeper | Maidstone Kent | £30-35K Our client based on the outskirts of Maidstone are looking to appoint a Bookkeeper to join their team. Reporting to the Finance Director, this role is responsible for maintaining the books and records for the smaller entities, processing sales and purchase invoice and closing at month end. The successful candidate will also be required to help with add

Supply Chain and Technical Administrator | Sittingbourne 100% Office based | Up to £24K Are you ready for an exciting opportunity that combines supply chain management and technical administration? A renowned independent supply chain business based in Sittingbourne, Kent, is seeking a talented individual to join their expanding team as Supply Chain & Technical Administrator. With our strong r putation and commitment to growth, this is a chance to thrive in a supportive environment while making a real impact in our dynamic industry. As a Supply Chain & Technical Administrator, you will be responsible for supporting the Technical and Supply Chain teams by handling administrative duties. Your role will involve Excel and Word, to manage and improve current procedures to meet the evolving demands of the business. With excellent time management and prioritisation abilities, you will effectively handle workload expectations and collaborate with staff when their demands cannot be met. Key responsibilities and accountabilities: Administrative skills • Excellent organisation ski

Supply Chain and Technical Administrator | Sittingbourne 100% Office based | Up to £24K Are you ready for an exciting opportunity that combines supply chain management and technical administration? A renowned independent supply chain business based in Sittingbourne, Kent, is seeking a talented individual to join their expanding team as Supply Chain & Technical Administrator. With our strong r

Finance Manager | 58-68k | Tonbridge / Hybrid - 2 days in the office, 3 days from home Cobb & Jones Recruitment Ltd are working with a successful tech business based in West Kent in the recruitment of a new Finance Manager to join the finance function and support the development of processes and controls and work closely with the Finance Director in the smooth running of the function, liaising ith the wider business to ensure accurate and useful business information is available. Role details: Overseeing the Accounts function, ensuring accuracy and efficiency whilst meeting both internal and statutory reporting requirements. Responsible for all monthly and annual financial reporting, consolidation, analysis and maintaining regulatory compliance across all companies in the Group. Key Responsibilities: Responsible for all internal monthly reporting across the UK and US companies, aligning practices to Group requirements and providing comprehensive variance analysis vs forecast. Responsible for all statutory & external reporting including Intrastat, government returns

Finance Manager | 58-68k | Tonbridge / Hybrid - 2 days in the office, 3 days from home Cobb & Jones Recruitment Ltd are working with a successful tech business based in West Kent in the recruitment of a new Finance Manager to join the finance function and support the development of processes and controls and work closely with the Finance Director in the smooth running of the function, liaising

FP&A Manager | Ashford | £70k - £80k Cobb & Jones are partnered with a large FMCG business in Ashford, supporting them in their search for a new FP&A Manager. The FP&A Manager is a critical role for the local team. You will be a leader, playing a pivotal role in shaping the company's financial future by providing insightful analysis, accurate forecasting, and strategic guidance to stakeholders t all levels. Your work will shine a light on the commercial performance of the business, as well as performance drivers across multiple channels and geographies. You will lead the annual budgeting process, the annual Mid-Term Strategy review, and drive quarterly forecasting of the P&L and cash positions. You will lead the finance teams in their mission to utilise data and insights to drive value-driven decision making across the group, as we embark on our continual growth journey. Responsibilities: • Provide analytical leadership of performance drivers, with practical alignment to business initiatives and results. • Lead and own collaborative initiatives across Product, Analytics, C

FP&A Manager | Ashford | £70k - £80k Cobb & Jones are partnered with a large FMCG business in Ashford, supporting them in their search for a new FP&A Manager. The FP&A Manager is a critical role for the local team. You will be a leader, playing a pivotal role in shaping the company's financial future by providing insightful analysis, accurate forecasting, and strategic guidance to stakeholders

Finance Executive | Canterbury - Hybrid | £30k - £35k A new exciting opportunity has become available for a leading business in their field in Canterbury. This company is in the process of moving to an in house finance function and are looking for someone with great experience to put their own stamp on the finance side of the business. You will be taking control of the payroll, invoicing and re orting for the business. Responsibilities will include • Preparing invoices and sending them to clients • Ensuring payments are processing in a timely manner • Account reconciliation • Chasing clients for payment • Tracking clients spending trends • Monitoring the mailbox • Preparing financial reports • Forecasting • Processing payroll with commission calculation • Creating internal reports for the senior team • Any other adhoc duties Essential skills required • AAT or working towards • A high level of attention to detail • Proficient in Excel • Great communication skills

Finance Executive | Canterbury - Hybrid | £30k - £35k A new exciting opportunity has become available for a leading business in their field in Canterbury. This company is in the process of moving to an in house finance function and are looking for someone with great experience to put their own stamp on the finance side of the business. You will be taking control of the payroll, invoicing and re

Are you looking to take the step up in your career to Finance Director level?  My client, a hugely successful and exciting business are looking to appoint a talented Finance Director to join them in their head offices based in North Kent.   The business is currently operating a hybrid working policy with 4 x days in the office and 1 at home. Duties will include -  Being a hands on fin nce leader, working closely with the finance team and reporting to the board Offer commercial and strategic insight to guide the businesses plans for growth Build meaningful relationships with internal stakeholders Financial modelling analysis and forecasting Be hands on into the detail for financial reporting and financial control Take the lead on ERP system upgrade and implementation Engage with external stakeholders such as auditors; banks and authorities to ensure compliance. The ideal candidate will be - A dynamic, driven individual  Have experience working in a multi-site business (essential) Fully qualified (ACA; ACCA or CIMA) (essential) Strategically minded with the

Are you looking to take the step up in your career to Finance Director level?  My client, a hugely successful and exciting business are looking to appoint a talented Finance Director to join them in their head offices based in North Kent.   The business is currently operating a hybrid working policy with 4 x days in the office and 1 at home. Duties will include -  Being a hands on fin