A fantastic opportunity to join the friendly and established team of this Bath based Charity. 12.5 hours per week (flexible).

Position Specification:
• Sound general education
• Knowledge/experience of general accounting and an aptitude for arithmetic
• PC Literate – Microsoft Office
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to problem solve and adapt to changing demands
• As part of a smaller team you will have a flexible approach
• Able to work on own initiative as well as part of a team.

Responsibilities:
• Purchase Ledger
• Sales Ledger
• Ad hoc duties as requested inc. filing, answering the telephone and dealing with basic accounts queries

A good level of PC literacy and a knowledge of Sage Line 50 advantageous.

Opportunity to join forward thinking, dynamic company based in Wiltshire.

You will be responsible for controlling accuracy of stock, cost of sales and variance accounting, specifically presenting month end results on a monthly basis, working with operations in preparing monthly reporting, maintaining standard cost record, controlling material price variances including exception reporting, margin analysis and cost of sales and providing auditors with adequate supporting documentation.

Ideally CIMA foundation, fully qualified or equivalent with competent IT skills and a mathematical aptitude, you will also need to be accurate with good attention to detail with the ability to work on several projects simultaneously. You will also need good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team. This is a varied role with scope for further development.

Our client, a friendly, specialist based in central Bath are seeking an Accounts Assistant for general accounting and bookkeeping duties. Our client requires excellent communication skills, both written and verbal plus high levels of numeracy – you must also have experience in computer based book-keeping!

Sales Ledger
• Receiving, banking and account for all monies received, following Company procedures and resolving any discrepancies
• Allocate daily banking monies onto system
• Deposit the banking daily
• Provide weekly/monthly debtor reports
• Key daily bank statement credits and debits
• Run customer statements at month end
• Liaise with Credit Controller with debt collection

Purchase Ledger

• Register Purchase invoices daily and distribute accordingly
• Tie up advice/delivery notes with invoices where necessary
• Enter authorised Purchase invoices onto the accounting system
• Reconcile Supplier statements and make monthly BACS / cheque payments
• Liaise with suppliers on issues under query and resolve
• Input BACS / cheque payments

Other Duties

• Maintain and post petty cash weekly and key petty cash invoices weekly/monthly
• Ensure Bank Reconciliation is completed daily/monthly
• All filing to be done and maintained daily
• Answer telephone, deal with basic accounts queries, send out copy documents
• VAT returns
• Possible involvement with payroll
• Any other ad hoc duties as requested

The successful candidate can expect a competitive package.

Please call Helen on 01225 333 127 or email your current CV to helen@ampersonnel.co.uk

Fantastic opportunity for an Assistant Controller of Finance to join a reputable company based in Chippenham.

The successful candidate must be experienced in both Financial and Management accounts and be CIMA or ACCA qualified.

Manufacturing experience is desirable. Opportunity for growth and development.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an established Finance Director to join a rapidly expanding bespoke retail business located on the M4 corridor. The organisation has been established for 35 years and many of their original suppliers and craftsmen are still associated with the business.

The organisation has recently been bought by a Plc and now has a robust and achievable 5 year business plan in place to expand the number of retail outlets from the current 10 to 20+

The Managing Director is now looking for a 'right hand person' to assist him in achieving these ambitious plans.
The FD will be responsible for the effective running and co-ordination of all accounting and finance functions, I.T and Human Resources. The heads of those departments will report directly to you.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone to really add value to a thriving and expanding business!

Candidate Specification;-
* Qualified Accountant, with previous experience gained at F.D level
Able to work within a changing environment.
* Have excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to relate equally to all levels of staff.
* Be able to recommend or make strategic and financial decisions
* Effectively orchestrate resources to complete projects on time, within budget and in accordance with all Governmental legislation, local regulations and the law in general.
* Be up to date with and record accurately all secretarial and financial reporting requirements including year end statutory accounts
* Have a good knowledge of corporate and personal tax legislation together with employment law.
* Have strong negotiating skills
* Identify KPI’s and implement adequate systems to capture and measure relevant data to aid in decision making

SALARY: up to £70,000 (depending on experience)

BENEFITS: Profit Share Bonus, flexibility on office/home working hours, 'shareholders' package and a seat on the Board.

For further details on this opportunity, please contact us by email initially

Are you either part way through your ATT studies?

Do you have at least 1 years experience within Personal Tax?

Would you like the opportunity to join a well established and expanding organisation?

...then please do not hesitate to contact us, regarding this exciting opportunity within an organisation that can offer a genuine career path and study support!

The purpose of this role is to prioritise and undertake various tasks including the completion of tax returns, computations, tax administration and other work as directed in a timely manner.

Key Responsibilities will include;-
* Fully prepare for the completion of tax tasks through the review and interpretation of each assignment to determine the most efficient and cost effective use of time of each assignment.
* Undertake additional investigations to fully understand and define issues.
* Produce completed file relating to all tasks.
* Contribute to the overall servicing of client needs.
* Undertake small or relatively straightforward projects to scope and budget in support of business development.
* Establish a professional and confident working relationship with clients.
* Draft fee notes.

Candidate Specification;-
* Either part way through ATT studies or fully qualified within ATT.
* At least 1 years experience working within Personal Tax.

Our client is looking to recruit an Audit Senior for their Chartered Practice. The role will primarily be based at their Bath office but there is flexibility to work between their Bath and Bristol offices.

The principal responsibility of this role will be carrying out the role of Audit Senior on Limited Company accounts, turnover up to £75M with duties including;-
* Drafting of planning memorandum and involvement in planning meetings.
* Responsibility for the completion of fieldwork at client's premises and supervision of junior staff.
* Completion of the audit to include preparation of statutory accounts for review by Manager/Partner.
* Preparation of report to Partners for client clearance meetings.
* Responsibility to ensure all audits are completed within the allocated budget.
* Assisting in the development of junior staff.

Professional Qualifications;-
* Final Stage or Qualified ACA or ACCA or Qualified by Experience.

Previous Experience Needed;-
* Minimum of 2-3 years experience working in a similar role, or currently within a professional medium sized Practice environment.
* Ability to ensure accurate and timely reporting under often tight deadlines.
* Good organisational skills.
* Team player, with some previous supervisory experience.
* Good communication and inter-personal skills.
* Experience with Word, Excel and Access.
* Experience with Viztopia or similar accounting packages.
* Must be a car driver with own transport.

Salary: c.£30,000
Benefits;-
* 20 Days Holiday plus 2 extra days at Christmas.
* Contributory Pension Scheme.
* Permanent Health Insurance Scheme.

We currently have a number of opportunities within Chartered Practices in the Bath, Trowbridge and Frome areas, for part time Accounts staff.
The hours are flexible and my clients are very interested in meeting with people who have experience in the following;-

* Previous experience within a Chartered Practice a must.
* Accounts preparation for Sole Traders, Partnerships and small Limited Companies.
* Accounts to Trial Balance.
* VAT Returns.
* Some Payroll.

If you have the above experience and you are looking for part time opportunities, then please do not hesitate to contact me.

Looking for a new challenge within Practice?
Bored with where you are living?
Ever considered relocating to Bath?!!

Bath is a world heritage site that is surrounded by stunning countryside. It is a unique city, it's Hot Springs, Roman Baths, splendid Abbey and Georgian stone crescents have attracted visitors for centuries. It is also a city of festivals and the arts. It truly is an inspiring place that sparks creativity, culture and romance.

AM Personnel have a number of reputable and expanding Chartered Practice clients in Bath that are always interested in meeting with qualified Practice people. They would also be interested in meeting with either part qualified or qualified by experience candidates from a Practice background.

Whether you are already living in the area or considering relocating to a much more pleasant and relaxed pace of life in Bath, then please do not hesitate to contact me, to discuss what opportunities are open to you in the area.

SALES AND PURCHASE LEDGER CLERKS

CREDIT CONTROLLERS

PAYROLL ASSISTANTS

Why not register your interest in the above positions. Our clients often ask us at short notice to find suitable members to join their team. If you have a minimum of 6 months experience in any of the above areas, then we would love to hear from you.

Our Clients, often leading Bath names, offer extremely competitive rates of pay and further development.

If you want career progression within successful and challenging environments, please call us now.