38 Finance jobs in Canterbury

Your new company

Your new company will be at a well-established organisation, turnover c50m who are seeking a qualified Finance Manager to lead statutory accounting and tax. This is a pivotal role within the finance team, offering the opportunity to influence strategy and ensure robust financial governance across the business.

Your new role

Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will be responsible for delivering statutory financial reporting, managing tax compliance, and overseeing payroll and capital accounting functions. You'll coordinate inputs across the organisation to produce accurate statutory accounts, ensure balance sheet control, and drive continuous improvement in financial processes.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading statutory and regulatory reporting, including year-end audit deliverables
• Managing tax filings (VAT, P11D, PSA, corporation tax)
• Overseeing payroll and pension compliance
• Supporting capital accounting and maintaining fixed assets
• Improving internal controls and ensuring ledger integrity
• Coaching and mentoring team members to support professional development

What you'll need to succeed

You'll be a professionally qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) with proven experience in leading finance teams and preparing statutory accounts. Strong technical knowledge is essential, along with experience in tax computations, leading audit and financial controls. You'll be confident business partnering with non-finance stakeholders and have a proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement. Experience in the housing, charity, or public sector is desirable, along with advanced IT skills including Excel.

What you'll get in return

• Competitive salary up to 65,000
• Hybrid working model (2 days in office - Tuesdays required)
• Pension (matched and doubled!)
• Parking
• A supportive and collaborative working environment

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or contact Natalie Collings directly for a confidential discussion.

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The Finance Assistant role involves providing essential support to the accounting and finance department, ensuring smooth financial operations. This temporary position is based in Bexleyheath and requires strong attention to detail and organisational skills.

Client Details

This opportunity is with a small-sized organisation within the manufacturing sector, known for its focus on delivering high-quality services to its customers. The company values precision and efficiency within its accounting and finance functions.

Description

• Process supplier invoices, ensuring accurate coding and approval in line with company policy.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Prepare payment runs (BACS/cheques) and ensure suppliers are paid within agreed terms.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date AP ledgers.
• Raise and issue customer invoices for service, installation, and maintenance contracts.
• Monitor and reconcile customer accounts, ensuring payments are received on time.
• Chase outstanding debts professionally, maintaining good client relationships.
• Provide monthly AR ageing reports to management.
• Assist with bank reconciliations and petty cash processing.
• Support month-end close, including accruals and journal postings and supporting the wider accountancy department

Profile

The successful Finance Assistant will be on short notice and have experience in the above

Job Offer

Finance Assistant

• Salary 26k-30k
• Opportunity to gain experience in a manufacturing organisation.
• Temporary role with potential for skill development in accounting and finance.
• Collaborative working environment in Bexleyheath.

This Finance Assistant position in the retail industry offers an excellent chance to build your career in accounting and finance. If you meet the requirements, we encourage you to apply today!

Finance Manager

Full Time - Permanent

Location: Maidstone, Kent (hybrid)

Salary: Up to 50,000 + 4,000 car allowance + discretionary bonus

Are you an experienced finance professional looking for your next challenge? We are seeking a Finance Manager to take on a pivotal role within a dynamic and commercially focused environment. This is an excellent opportunity to step into a highly visible position where you will provide strategic insight, ensure robust financial control, and partner closely with senior stakeholders to drive business performance.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Act as a proactive Finance Manager, providing strategic insight, challenge, and support to commercial teams.
• Deliver accurate and timely financial reporting, including forecasts, budgets, variance analysis, and ad-hoc performance insights to drive business growth.
• Oversee margin management, consignment reconciliation, royalties, rebates, grower loans, and foreign currency requirements, providing actionable recommendations.
• Present and explain commercial performance, identifying risks, opportunities, and improvement initiatives to stakeholders.
• Develop, challenge, and review budget and forecast assumptions and KPIs, preparing clear and informative monthly review packs.

What We're Looking For:

• Qualified Accountant (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent)
• Fresh produce industry experience is essential
• Strong management accounting / financial analysis background
• Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills
• A proactive, adaptable and results-driven professional with strong communication and influencing ability

Package & Benefits:

• Up to 50,000 base salary (DOE)
• 4,000 car allowance
• Discretionary bonus
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Hybrid working after probation (3 office / 2 home)

Why Work Here?

This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a highly influential Finance Manager role where your expertise will be valued, and your contribution will shape business performance. You'll enjoy autonomy, a supportive team environment, and the opportunity to make a real impact.

Please reach out for a confidential chat or apply with your most up-to-date CV.

Premier Recruitment Group has the privilege to recruit on behalf of our client based in Dartford. We are recruiting for experienced and forward thinking Finance Assistant . This is full time, 3 months temporary contract position and working for very well established company.

Job Profile

• The role is strictly focused on clearing a backlog of invoices - no additional tasks will be required.

• Ideally, we're seeking someone with prior experience in this type of work to ensure efficiency from the outset.

Candidate Profile

• The candidate must have a strong interest in working in a busy finance environment, meet targets and deadlines and possess a keen attention to detail.

• Have good verbal and written communication skills.

• Experience of working with accounting software SAP would be advantageous.

If interested please apply or contact Tom Kurczab at Premier Recruitment Group.

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This role offers an exciting opportunity to oversee financial operations. The successful candidate will manage accounting processes, ensure compliance, and contribute to strategic financial planning. Take ownership for the production of Management Accounts.

Client Details

This role is with a well-established medium-sized organisation within the retail / manufacturing industry. Known for its robust market presence, the company values precision and excellence in its operations, offering an engaging and professional working environment.

Description

• Assist with daily financial operations, including budgeting and forecasting.
• Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations and company policies.
• Prepare accurate financial reports for senior management and stakeholders.
• Monitor and analyse financial performance to support strategic decision-making.
• Produce Monthly Management Accounts Pack
• Balance Sheet Reconciliations.
• Support the accounting team to maintain high standards of accuracy.
• Collaborate with other departments to streamline financial processes.
• Identify opportunities for cost optimisation and efficiency improvements.

Profile

A successful Management Accountant should have:

• Part Qualified ACCA, CIMA, or ACA.
• Previous experience in a similar accounting role.
• Strong knowledge of financial regulations and compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in financial software and advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proven leadership skills to manage and motivate a team effectively.

Job Offer

• A competitive salary
• Generous pension scheme and performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Permanent position with long-term career development potential.
• Opportunities to work in a collaborative and professional environment.
• Access to ongoing training and development programmes.

As Finance Manager you can make a significant impact on financial operations. Apply today to take the next step in your career

The Finance Assistant will play a vital role in supporting the accounting and finance department This permanent position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to financial processes and maintain accurate records.

Client Details

This opportunity is within a small-sized organisation operating in the manufacturing sector. The company places a strong focus on delivering high-quality services and maintaining excellent financial management standards. (Sage 50)

Description

• Assist with the preparation and processing of invoices and payments.
• Maintain accurate financial records and manage data entry tasks.
• Post journals and maintain accurate financial records.
• Support the reconciliation of bank statements and accounts.
• prepare and submit VAT and CIS returns in compliance with UK regulations.
• Provide assistance with month-end and year-end financial reporting activities.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams to ensure accurate financial operations.
• Respond to finance-related queries and provide timely resolutions.
• Contribute to the preparation of financial documentation and reports.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
• Sage 50

Profile

A successful Finance Assistant should have:

• Sage (50) or a version of Sage is essential
• A strong understanding of financial processes and principles.
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in relevant accounting software and Microsoft Office tools.
• A keen eye for detail and accuracy in financial data management.
• The ability to work effectively within a team environment.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.

Job Offer

• A competitive salary
• Access to a pension scheme.
• Opportunities to develop skills within the manufacturing environment.
• A permanent role within a collaborative and supportive work environment.

If you are a detail-oriented individual looking to grow your career as a Finance Assistant, we encourage you to apply today!

The Finance Assistant will play a vital role in supporting the accounting and finance department This permanent position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to financial processes and maintain accurate records.

Client Details

This opportunity is within a small-sized organisation operating in the manufacturing sector. The company places a strong focus on delivering high-quality services and maintaining excellent financial management standards. (Sage 50)

Description

• Assist with the preparation and processing of invoices and payments.
• Maintain accurate financial records and manage data entry tasks.
• Post journals and maintain accurate financial records.
• Support the reconciliation of bank statements and accounts.
• prepare and submit VAT and CIS returns in compliance with UK regulations.
• Provide assistance with month-end and year-end financial reporting activities.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams to ensure accurate financial operations.
• Respond to finance-related queries and provide timely resolutions.
• Contribute to the preparation of financial documentation and reports.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards.
• Sage 50

Profile

A successful Finance Assistant should have:

• Sage (50) or a version of Sage is essential
• A strong understanding of financial processes and principles.
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in relevant accounting software and Microsoft Office tools.
• A keen eye for detail and accuracy in financial data management.
• The ability to work effectively within a team environment.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.

Job Offer

• A competitive salary
• Access to a pension scheme.
• Opportunities to develop skills within the manufacturing environment.
• A permanent role within a collaborative and supportive work environment.

If you are a detail-oriented individual looking to grow your career as a Finance Assistant, we encourage you to apply today!

The Finance Assistant will play a vital role in supporting the accounting and finance department This permanent position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to financial processes and maintain accurate records.

Client Details

This opportunity is within a small-sized organisation operating in the manufacturing sector. The company places a strong focus on delivering high-quality services and maintaining excellent financial management standards.

Description

• Assist with the preparation and processing of invoices and payments.
• Maintain accurate financial records and manage data entry tasks.
• Post journals and maintain accurate financial records.
• Support the reconciliation of bank statements and accounts.
• prepare and submit VAT and CIS returns in compliance with UK regulations.
• Provide assistance with month-end and year-end financial reporting activities.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams to ensure accurate financial operations.
• Respond to finance-related queries and provide timely resolutions.
• Contribute to the preparation of financial documentation and reports.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards.

Profile

A successful Finance Assistant should have:

• A strong understanding of financial processes and principles.
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in relevant accounting software and Microsoft Office tools.
• A keen eye for detail and accuracy in financial data management.
• The ability to work effectively within a team environment.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.

Job Offer

• A competitive salary
• Access to a pension scheme.
• Opportunities to develop skills within the manufacturing environment.
• A permanent role within a collaborative and supportive work environment.

If you are a detail-oriented individual looking to grow your career as a Finance Assistant, we encourage you to apply today!