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Finance Assistant
Up to £35,000
Office-based in Yeovil

We're working with a fast-growing business in Yeovil who are looking for a Finance Assistant to join their team on an 8-month fixed-term contract. This is a full-time, office-based role with a salary of up to £33,000.

About the role

As Finance Assistant, you'll play a key part in supporting the finance function during a busy period of growth. Using Sage 50, you'll be responsible for keeping financial records accurate, supporting with contract reporting and helping the Head of Finance with day-to-day tasks.

The role covers a broad mix of responsibilities including credit control, stock management, reporting and general accounts support.

What you'll be doing

Month-end reporting (predominantly Balance sheet and P&L)

Preparing regular reports on contracts, costs and profitability

Supporting credit control and chasing overdue payments

Helping manage stock and ensuring accurate reporting

Assisting with general accounts and year-end tasks

To be considered, you will have

Strong experience using Sage

Experience in a similar level role

Good attention to detail with strong reporting skills

Confident communicator who can work with different teams across the business

Organised and able to manage multiple tasks to tight deadlines

What's on offer

Salary up to £35,000

Early Friday finish

8-month full-time contract

If you're interested in this Finance Assistant role, then do get in touch with Stefanie on 07909 264 944 at Butler Rose on [email protected] or apply with a relevant CV.

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Company Accountant - Temporary to Permanent - South Somerset

Our client is experiencing rapid growth, delivering specialist solutions to clients worldwide. They're looking for a detail-driven and proactive accountant to help them maintain strong financial control during this exciting expansion phase.

The Role
Reporting directly to the Head of Finance (and deputising in their absence), you will take the lead in setting up, managing, and reporting all company contract data in Sage 50. You'll work closely with sales and operations to ensure that pricing, costs, and margins are accurate and that projects meet planned profitability targets.

Key Responsibilities
* Set up, maintain, and report all company contract data in Sage 50.
* Manage and update company price lists, adjusting for foreign currency exchange rates.
* Verify large sales proposals for inspection.
* Work with sales and operations teams to ensure contract terms are correct and costs are controlled.
* Issue customer monthly statements and chase overdue accounts.
* Manage and report stock levels in Sage 50, ensuring accuracy with the balance sheet.
* Attend and contribute to weekly contract review meetings.
* Assist with year-end accounts alongside the Head of Finance.

Measures of Success
* Accurate, on-time weekly financial and contract reports.
* Sage 50 accurately reflects Gross Profit and Work-in-Progress for all contracts.
* Effective credit control with minimal overdue accounts.
* Stock values align with the balance sheet.
* Head of Finance feels well supported in all financial operations.

Skills & Experience Required
* Strong Sage 50 experience is essential.
* Proven experience in contract and cost control accounting.
* Solid understanding of credit control and stock management.
* Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
* Strong communication skills to work across finance, sales, and operations teams.

Why Join our client?
* Play a key role in shaping financial systems during an exciting growth period.
* Work in a collaborative and supportive environment.
* Competitive salary (DOE) and benefits package.
* Opportunity to work on projects with global reach in the marine industry.

If you are interested in this temporary to permanent accountant role in South Somerset, please contact me urgently on [email protected]

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Butler Rose are working with a respected charity in Yeovil to recruit a Finance Manager.

The Finance Manager will be responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of the charity's financial operations. This role requires a proactive and detail-oriented professional who can ensure financial compliance, provide insightful analysis, and support the charity's long-term financial sustainability.

Responsibilities will include:

Lead and manage the finance function, ensuring robust financial controls and compliance with charity and statutory regulations.Prepare timely and accurate management accounts, financial reports, budgets, and forecasts to support strategic decision-making.Oversee payroll processes and ensure all statutory and regulatory obligations are met.Coordinate and manage the annual audit process, acting as the primary point of contact for external auditors.Develop and implement effective financial strategies, including procurement planning and cost management.Provide financial insight and reporting to support funding applications and grant compliance.Line manage and develop a small finance team.Work closely with the senior leadership team to align financial planning with organisational objectives.

The successful candidate is likely to be a qualified (CIMA, ACCA, ACA or equivalent), a clear communicator with a background in management accounting, payroll, and audit preparation

If you are interested in this Finance Manager role, please contact James Herbert at Butler Rose Accountancy & Finance Recruitment ASAP.

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