52 Finance jobs in Hove

Finance Assistant

15-16 per hour, Burgess Hill, 21.75 hours per week (3 days 9:00am-5:15pm), Temporary positions for 5 months from 17th November, 28 days holiday including bank holidays, paid weekly.

The Role

We are seeking a Finance Assistant to join a small but busy Accounts team within a successful and growing company entering their peak season. Reporting to the Finance Manager, this part-time, office-based role is varied, with responsibilities covering both Purchase Ledger and Accounts Administration.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing Accounts Payable, including foreign suppliers, seasonal reconciliations and supplier queries.
• Supporting Accounts Receivable by liaising with external Finance Departments to confirm payment dates.
• Posting bank payments, card transactions and expenses into the accounting system.
• Coding and processing supplier invoices within the accounting system.
• Assisting the wider finance function with ad hoc accounting tasks as required.

Requirements

The ideal Finance Assistant will bring an understanding of finance and accounting practices, strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail. Experience working in a busy finance department and familiarity with Sage accounting software are highly desirable. You should be a confident communicator, adaptable, and motivated to work collaboratively as part of a small team.

This role could suit someone who has worked as an Accounts Assistant, Accounts Payable Clerk, or Finance Administrator.

Company Information

This organisation is a well-established provider with a reputation for excellence. The business prides itself on delivering exceptional service and memorable experiences. The company values teamwork, reliability, and a supportive environment where every team member contributes to success.

Package

• 15-16 per hour
• Part-time, 21.75 hours per week across 3 days (9:00am-5:15pm)
• Temporary role for 5 months starting 17th November
• 28 days holiday including bank holidays (pro-rata)
• Central Burgess Hill location

#INDSK

Travail Employment Group is operating as an Employment Business. Once you click to apply for this job your application will be immediately received by Travail Employment Group. If your application is successful a consultant will be in contact with you within the next 7 days. If you do not hear within 7 days you have unfortunately not been successful on this occasion.

We are working with a private equity backed FMCG company that is entering an exciting new phase of expansion, with operations across the UK. Following a recent team restructure, the business is now seeking a Finance Manager to join their finance leadership team.

The Role

Reporting directly into the Group Financial Controller, the Finance Manager will take ownership of the UK reporting arm of the finance function, providing accurate, timely, and insightful financial information to the leadership team and wider stakeholders. You will oversee a small team and act as the technical backbone of the finance structure in the UK.

Key responsibilities include:

• Full ownership of UK month end close and consolidated reporting
• Managing statutory audit, tax compliance, and adherence to accounting standards
• Preparing and managing weekly cash flow reporting and forecasts
• Supporting group reporting across multiple geographies
• Acting as the point of contact for senior stakeholders, confidently explaining financial results and KPIs
• Managing ad hoc finance queries and projects
• Leading, mentoring, and supporting a direct report in the UK finance team

The Candidate

We are looking for a technically strong, fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent) with a proven background in financial reporting. While prior sector experience is not required, you should bring:

• Strong knowledge of accounting standards, cash management, and reporting processes
• Experience working within a complex, multi-entity structure
• Confidence in engaging with senior stakeholders and explaining financial performance clearly
• A hands on, detail-oriented approach, balanced with the ability to see the bigger picture
• The flexibility to adapt to a growing, international business environment

Interested in this opportunity, please apply below, alternatively, contact Angus on (phone number removed) or (url removed)

1. Client and Portfolio Support

• Coordinate new client onboarding, including AML checks and account setup.
• Liaise with clients and providers to obtain investment valuations and policy details.
• Manage portfolio data and ensure all information is accurate and up to date.
• Prepare review packs for annual client meetings, giving you insight into real-world portfolio performance and strategy.

1. Data, Systems & Reporting

• Maintain our financial planning software (Intelliflo) and ensure client records are always accurate.
• Work with investment platforms such as Transact, Fidelity, and Elevate.
• Produce reports and summaries that help our Financial Planners provide high-quality, personalised advice.

1. Project & Process Management

• Monitor the progress of new investments and transfers from initiation to completion.
• Ensure compliance paperwork is complete and aligned with FCA regulations.
• Support process improvements to make the client journey smoother and more efficient.

• A degree in Finance, Economics, or a related discipline.
• 12-24 months' experience in financial services, investment administration, or a related field.
• Strong analytical skills, with an eye for accuracy and detail.
• Confidence in using Excel and an interest in learning financial planning systems.
• Excellent communication skills — you'll be speaking with clients, providers, and colleagues daily.

• Direct exposure to investment strategy, client portfolios, and financial planning processes.
• Mentoring from experienced Financial Planners with a track record of developing talent.
• Clear progression routes into paraplanning, compliance, or advisory roles.
• A collaborative, growth-minded team environment.

A leading fresh produce business is seeking anOperations Finance Analyst to play a key role in supporting their UK Operations team. This is a dynamic, business-critical role focused on cost of sales reporting, gross margin analysis, pre-crop balance sheet management, and packhouse reporting.

This individual will act as a finance business partner to the Operations Director and Production teams, providing accurate data and actionable insights to drive profitability. The role also involves budgeting, forecasting, and scenario planning to support decision-making across the business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver monthly cost of sales reporting, including field-level allocations and accurate pre-crop deferrals in line with harvest forecasts.
• Lead gross margin reporting by crop and variety, providing detailed analysis and variance commentary to the Production and Packhouse management teams.
• Manage month-end balance sheet postings for stock, plant purchases, and utilities, ensuring accounts are reconciled and supported by documentation.
• Collaborate with Rewards and Recognition teams to ensure labour cost reporting is accurate and variances are well understood.
• Support the Operations Director and Production teams with scenario planning, crop plan costings, and financial insights to aid strategic decisions.
• Produce budget and forecast customer gross margin analyses and provide insights on energy usage and plant payments.
• Partner with finance colleagues in the UK and Portugal to align reporting standards and processes.

About You:

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience in financial analysis, with a strong focus on gross margin reporting.
• A professional finance qualification (CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent).
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to data integrity.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Business Central (or a similar ERP/finance system).
• Previous experience in FMCG, food production, or agriculture is highly desirable.

Skills & Attributes:

• Excellent analytical and communication skills, with the ability to present complex data clearly.
• Highly proficient in Excel and other IT tools.
• A collaborative, team-oriented approach with a professional and proactive attitude.
• Enthusiasm, ambition, and a solutions-focused mindset.

Why Join:
This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact on the performance of a growing, fast-paced business. The successful candidate will work closely with senior stakeholders, influence key decisions, and gain exposure to both UK and international operations.

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Operations Finance Analyst

Are you a driven finance professional with a sharp analytical mind and a passion for turning numbers into actionable insights? I'm seeking an Operations Finance Analyst to play a pivotal role in supporting operational decision-making and driving business performance.

In this role, you'll be the go-to finance partner for the UK Operations team, providing accurate cost of sales reporting, gross margin analysis, and scenario planning. You'll work closely with operations leaders to bring financial clarity and ensure robust, data-driven decisions.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Leading UK cost of sales reporting, including gross margin and expense analysis

• Providing detailed monthly insights for Operations and Production teams

• Supporting budget and forecast processes with crop costing, labour analysis, and energy cost planning

• Acting as a trusted business partner, offering scenario planning and profitability analysis

• Owning balance sheet accounts for stock, utilities, and plant purchases

• Collaborating with colleagues in the UK and internationally to standardise reporting and processes

What We're Looking For:

• Recently qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent)

• Proven experience in financial analysis, particularly gross margin reporting

• Strong attention to detail and confidence working with complex datasets

• Excellent Excel skills and familiarity with finance systems (experience with Microsoft Business Central is a plus)

• Experience in FMCG, food, or agriculture sectors preferred

• A collaborative, proactive team player with strong communication skills

Why Apply?
This is an exciting opportunity to step into a role where your insights directly shape operational strategies. You'll be working closely with senior leaders, gaining exposure across finance, operations, and commercial teams.

• Salary to 50k
• Hybrid working
• 5% discretionary bonus
• Private medical insurance and life assurance

WR Engineering are the #1 recruitment partner for engineering, manufacturing & technical sales jobs. We recruit for permanent and contract jobs UK wide.

WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Finance Administrator - 3-Month FTC
East Sussex

Up to 25,000 pro rata

3-Month Fixed Term Contract

Full-time, office-based

Immediate Start

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Finance Administrator to join a team on a 3-month fixed-term contract. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to gain their first experience in finance, with full training and support provided.

The Role:

• Assist with processing invoices and payments
• Support the finance team with data entry and reconciliations
• Maintain accurate records and filing systems
• Handle queries via phone and email in a professional manner
• Provide general administrative support across the finance department

About You:

• Previous finance experience is not required - full training will be given
• Background working in an office or administrative role is desirable
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn
• Good communication and organisational skills
• Confident with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

• Supervise a team of contract support coordinators
• Induction and training of the contract support team
• Carry out appraisals and PDPs for team members
• Recruitment of team members
• Providing support to the client and answer calls and emails in a professional and timely manner
• Determine the nature, priority of faults based on information provided by the client
• Liaise closely with site teams and head office, ensuring accurate processing of quotations and purchase orders
• Co-ordinate with FM Operations, WPS and Engineering Service teams to deliver service excellence in line with contractual obligations
• Managing the supply chain and drive them to attend within required SLA's
• Driving the engineering team to attend to all callouts within required SLA's
• To obtain a comprehensive understanding of the scope of the contract and ensure that all work is carried out in accordance to the contract scope and not outside of this
• Raise and assign work orders to relevant resources
• Conduct monthly self-assessment audits in support of quarterly contract performance requirements
• Actively identify and implement innovation across the contract to enhance performance and continue to meet client expectations
• Promote and maintain CBRE culture throughout teams
• Monitoring calls received from the customer through to call completion and updating records
• Allocation of internal engineers to call outs and maintenance visits, driving the engineering team to attend to all callouts within required SLA's.
• Ensure QHSE documentation is maintained and readily available using company systems
• Act as a part of site Emergency team i.e. Fire Marshall / First Aider as required for emergency control activities
• Manage system as a key user on site including PPM records, reactives and reporting
• Promote and maintain company culture throughout the team
• Maintain people records such as new starters, leavers, general staff changes, contact details, etc
• Raise Purchase Orders for goods or services as required, in compliance of business controls at all times
• Approve invoices; goods received notes and statements for payment purposes
• Effective communication with all levels of internal teams and external customers
• Familiar with daily operations and the specific scope of the contract
• Undertake any other duties as requested by the Facilities Manager or General Manager
• Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Good basic education to GCSE (or equivalent standard), which will include an English and Maths qualification.
• Education to A-Level/HNC standard would be beneficial

• Very proficient in the use of Outlook, Word, Excel, Access and
• PowerPoint. Excel skills to include basic functions, v-lookups, etc.
• Experience of using Dynamics, Concept, Maximo.

• Experience of a similar customer facing role in a large corporate office space
• Well-developed communication skills enabling the individual to work with Senior Managers, clients,
• suppliers, and staff of all levels and abilities.
• Strong PC skills

Finance Assistant

15-16 per hour, Burgess Hill, 21.75 hours per week (3 days 9:00am-5:15pm), Temporary positions for 5 months from 17th November, 28 days holiday including bank holidays, paid weekly.

The Role

We are seeking a Finance Assistant to join a small but busy Accounts team within a successful and growing company entering their peak season. Reporting to the Finance Manager, this part-time, office-based role is varied, with responsibilities covering both Purchase Ledger and Accounts Administration.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing Accounts Payable, including foreign suppliers, seasonal reconciliations and supplier queries.
• Supporting Accounts Receivable by liaising with external Finance Departments to confirm payment dates.
• Posting bank payments, card transactions and expenses into the accounting system.
• Coding and processing supplier invoices within the accounting system.
• Assisting the wider finance function with ad hoc accounting tasks as required.

Requirements

The ideal Finance Assistant will bring an understanding of finance and accounting practices, strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail. Experience working in a busy finance department and familiarity with Sage accounting software are highly desirable. You should be a confident communicator, adaptable, and motivated to work collaboratively as part of a small team.

This role could suit someone who has worked as an Accounts Assistant, Accounts Payable Clerk, or Finance Administrator.

Company Information

This organisation is a well-established provider with a reputation for excellence. The business prides itself on delivering exceptional service and memorable experiences. The company values teamwork, reliability, and a supportive environment where every team member contributes to success.

Package

• 15-16 per hour
• Part-time, 21.75 hours per week across 3 days (9:00am-5:15pm)
• Temporary role for 5 months starting 17th November
• 28 days holiday including bank holidays (pro-rata)
• Central Burgess Hill location

#INDSK

Travail Employment Group is operating as an Employment Business. Once you click to apply for this job your application will be immediately received by Travail Employment Group. If your application is successful a consultant will be in contact with you within the next 7 days. If you do not hear within 7 days you have unfortunately not been successful on this occasion.

We are working with a private equity backed FMCG company that is entering an exciting new phase of expansion, with operations across the UK. Following a recent team restructure, the business is now seeking a Finance Manager to join their finance leadership team.

The Role

Reporting directly into the Group Financial Controller, the Finance Manager will take ownership of the UK reporting arm of the finance function, providing accurate, timely, and insightful financial information to the leadership team and wider stakeholders. You will oversee a small team and act as the technical backbone of the finance structure in the UK.

Key responsibilities include:

• Full ownership of UK month end close and consolidated reporting
• Managing statutory audit, tax compliance, and adherence to accounting standards
• Preparing and managing weekly cash flow reporting and forecasts
• Supporting group reporting across multiple geographies
• Acting as the point of contact for senior stakeholders, confidently explaining financial results and KPIs
• Managing ad hoc finance queries and projects
• Leading, mentoring, and supporting a direct report in the UK finance team

The Candidate

We are looking for a technically strong, fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent) with a proven background in financial reporting. While prior sector experience is not required, you should bring:

• Strong knowledge of accounting standards, cash management, and reporting processes
• Experience working within a complex, multi-entity structure
• Confidence in engaging with senior stakeholders and explaining financial performance clearly
• A hands on, detail-oriented approach, balanced with the ability to see the bigger picture
• The flexibility to adapt to a growing, international business environment

Interested in this opportunity, please apply below, alternatively, contact Angus on (phone number removed) or (url removed)