The Opportunity

I am working with a fantastic independent firm of accountants based in Gloucester who are seeking an experienced and detail-driven bookkeeping professional to take ownership of their bookkeeping operations while delivering outstanding financial support to a diverse client base. This is an on-site role suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys tackling technical challenges, and takes pride in delivering exceptional service.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Overseeing bookkeeping activities across a portfolio of clients
• Preparing and filing VAT returns accurately and on time
• Managing payroll processes, ensuring compliance with current regulations
• Handling CIS returns and submissions
• Supporting clients with accounting software, including providing training on platforms such as Xero and QuickBooks
• Acting as a key point of contact for client queries, delivering prompt and professional responses
• Keeping financial records precise and up to date while meeting key deadlines
• Identifying efficiencies and contributing to improvements in bookkeeping processes
• Working closely with colleagues to ensure smooth delivery of client services

About You

• Proven bookkeeping background, ideally gained within an accountancy practice
• Strong understanding of VAT, payroll, and CIS processes
• Confident user of Xero and QuickBooks, with the ability to guide and train others
• Clear communicator with strong organisational skills
• Able to manage competing priorities effectively
• Meticulous attention to detail with a focus on accuracy
• A proactive, positive approach with a strong client-service mindset

What’s on Offer

• Free parking on-site
• Scenic countryside office location
• A friendly, supportive, and sociable team culture
• 30 days’ holiday (including bank holidays), increasing annually with service
• Optional private healthcare cover
• Regular social events and team activities
• Access to an employee perks platform

Are you a numbers-driven professional looking for a high-impact contract role? We’re currently working with an acquisitive group who is currently navigating an exciting period of growth who need an efficient Accounts Payable Clerk to join on a 6-month Fixed-Term Contract.

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience within a fast-moving, acquisitive environment where no two days are the same.

The Role

With new entities joining the group, their invoice volume is high. We need someone who can hit the ground running, maintaining momentum and accuracy across the purchase ledger.

Key Responsibilities:

• Efficiently processing a large backlog and ongoing stream of multi-entity invoices.
• Acting as the primary point of contact for supplier queries, ensuring disputes are settled swiftly to maintain positive credit relations.
• Performing manual adjustments and calculations
• Assisting with statement reconciliations to ensure the ledger is pristine as we integrate new acquisitions.

The Ideal Candidate

• Immediately Available
• Comfortable with analysis high volume invoicing
• Strong Excel skills and experience with accounting software
• Strong communication skills: Ability to answer queries

Contract Details

• Duration: 6-Month Fixed-Term Contract.
• Location: Chippenham (Modern offices with parking. 1 day a week in the office.)

To discuss further, please call Jake Newcombe on 01173699000 or click apply. 

£26,000 - £28,000 | Cheltenham 

This is an excellent position to gain experience and work as a part of a growing company. You will need to be able to work independently and accurately, ensuring that all financial requirements are met and deadlines are met. You will need to have excellent attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities will include: 

• Processing of direct cost invoices. This involves checking invoices to the travel booking system and authorising for payment. 
• Monitoring and assisting with the purchase ledger Inbox and Service Desk 
• Daily exports to upload the invoices on the SUN accounting system 
• Preparation and creation of weekly payment runs to suppliers. 
• To maintain the banking system supplier payment templates, making amendments as necessary, and setting up new instructions confirming bank details with the supplier 
• Reconciling supplier statements 
• Working with the Management Accountant to process and analyse flight ticket purchases on a weekly basis 
• Taking ownership of and liaising with Intercompany entities 
• Dealing with internal and external queries 
• Taking and processing customer card payments 
• Provide cover for overhead processing and posting customer bank deposits to the relevant bookings and SUN accounts 
• Assistance at month end, year end and Audit 
• Ad hoc projects as may be requested by the Accounts Payable Manager or Finance Manager

If you would like to apply for this position, please click 'APPLY' or contact harry@element-recruitment.co.uk

The Senior Accounts Assistant plays a key role in supporting the finance team in the day-to-day management of the company’s financial transactions. This role is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data, maintaining ledgers, assisting with month-end processes, and mentoring junior finance staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring timely processing and reconciliation
• Maintenence and reconciliation of the general ledger
• Prepare bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies
• Support the month-end and year-end close processes
• Post and review journal entries (accruals, prepayments, etc.)
• Monitor cash flow and produce relevant reports
• Assist the Management Accountant with budgeting and forecasting
• Liaise with external auditors and support year-end audit preparation

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in an accounts/finance role
• Strong understanding of double-entry bookkeeping and accounting principles
• AAT Qualified or Finalist, with desire to study ACCA/CIMA
• Experience with accounting software (e.g., Sage, Xero, QuickBooks, Oracle, or similar)
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (e.g., PivotTables, VLOOKUPs, formulas)
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Role & Responsibilities

• Accurate and timely recording of financial transactions,
• Handling accounts payable and accounts receivable
• Maintaining and updating company ledgers
• Performing bank reconciliations
• Facilitate the preparation of month-end management accounts
• Managing debtor ledger and performing credit control
• Processing supplier invoices
• Posting journals, prepayments, and accruals as required
• Conducting periodic closing procedures and reconciliations
• Handling the filing and archiving of financial documentation
• Processing VAT returns
• Managing customer and supplier queries
• Assisting senior finance leadership with ad hoc duties

Key Characteristics

• Able to work effectively as part of a close knit team
• Strong communication skills & attention to detail
• Have strong problem-solving skills and analytical thinking
• Strong IT skills
• Proficiency in the Microsoft suite of packages
• Willing to learn unfamiliar software
• Able to work effectively to deadlines

Interested? Get in touch with Harry at Element or press 'APPLY' to learn more

Job Overview | Accounts Payable | Full-time, Permanent role
Element Recruitment are pleased to be working alongside a leading professional services company, who are looking for an Accounts Payable Assistant to join their growing finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious candidate, who is keen to progress their career.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all invoices are accurately coded and approved before payment
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies promptly
• Maintain organised records of all accounts payable transactions
• Prepare payment runs and ensure timely disbursement of funds
• Assist with month-end closing procedures related to accounts payable
• Support internal audits by providing relevant documentation and reports
• Collaborate with the human resources department on vendor setup and related administrative tasks
• Perform data entry with high accuracy to update financial records in various systems

Requirements

• Proven experience with accounts payable processes.
• Strong data entry skills with excellent attention to detail
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team

If this role sounds of interest, get on touch or apply!

Legal Cashier | £32,000 - £35,000 | Bristol (Hybrid)

Are you ready to take your career to the next level? We're looking for a talented Legal Cashier to join a prestigious firm in Bristol, with a strong international presence. This is an exciting opportunity for a driven professional to join a dynamic team and make a significant impact on the firm’s financial operations.

Why You Should Apply:

• Competitive salary: £32,000 - £35,000 + Benefits
• Hybrid working model: Flexibility to work both from home and in the office.

As a Legal Cashier, you’ll be at the heart of the finance team, managing essential financial transactions, ensuring compliance with legal industry regulations, and supporting the firm’s broader financial operations.

The Role:

• Process and reconcile client and office account transactions with accuracy.
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of all payments and receipts.
• Manage and resolve discrepancies in client accounts efficiently.
• Support the finance team with monthly financial reporting and compliance checks.
• Ensure strict adherence to financial regulations and industry standards.

What We’re Looking For:

• AAT qualification (or working towards one).
• Previous experience in a similar finance role, preferably within a legal or regulated environment.
• Strong knowledge of accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Ready to Take the Next Step?
We’d love to hear from you! Click ‘Apply’ or contact James O'Dair at James.odair@element-recruitment.co.uk for more information.

Role & Responsibilities

• Preparation of Monthly management accounts
• Consolidation of group accounts
• VAT Returns
• Budgeting and forecasting with subsequent commentary for senior stakeholders
• Intercompany account reconciliations
• Supervising Bank Accounts
• Assisting the Financial Controller to ensure compliance regulations are adhered to
• Liaising with external auditors
• Ad hod support of senior members of finance, internally and externally

Key Characteristics

• Part Qualified or QBE with a relevant accounting body (ACCA, CIMA, ACA, AAT)
• Strong communicator
• Able to work fluently as part of a team
• Good attention to detail
• Fluent with Microsoft Office, particularly skilled with Excel

Interested? Get in touch with Harry at Element to learn more or press APPLY

This would suit someone part qualified or finalising their studies looking for a long term role working with a dynamic and engaging line manager who'll support your career progression and aspirations.

Role & Responsibilities

• Collaborate with external stakeholders to prepare accurate and timely budgets, management accounts, and financial forecasts across multiple schools.
• Assist in the development and ongoing management of financial systems to maintain accurate records and deliver reliable financial reporting to budget holders.
• Ensure adherence to statutory regulations and financial policies
• Support the annual financial planning cycle, including preparation and review of budgets.
• Advise and assist budget holders in managing their budgets effectively, ensuring value for money and identifying opportunities for additional funding or savings.
• Ad hoc support of senior members of staff
• Complete balance sheet reconciliations and other key financial controls on a regular basis.
• Contribute to internal audit activities, including reviewing internal controls
• VAT returns, audit preparations, and submission of budgetary returns.

Key Characteristics

• ACCA, CIMA, finalist or part qualified
• Experienced with management accounts
• confident communicator
• Adept with Excel and Microsoft office.
• Able to work as part of a team

Interested? Get in touch with Harry on harry@element-recruitment.co.uk, or press 'APPLY

The New Business Manager will be responsible for leading on securing high-value partnerships with corporate organisations to generate vital income. This is a standalone role, and you’ll have the freedom to design and develop new business development strategies to build a pipeline of opportunities. Managing and developing relationships with a portfolio of individual and organisational contacts, including prospective and existing supporters.

We are looking for someone who has experience working within the charity / non-profit sectors and is skilled in building strong and positive relationships that generate revenue.

Skills needed

• Previous experience as a Business Development Manager with proven ability to generate high-value revenue.
• Experience working within the charity or a mission led business.
• Proven ability to build relationships with senior stakeholders within large corporations.
• Previous experience working in a results-driven environment.
• Willingness to travel to meet with businesses to secure partnerships, including overnight stays.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

What’s in for you?

• Remote working – office visits in Bristol once a quarter
• 35 hour working week
• Flexible working arrangements
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Your birthday off
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Volunteering days
• Salary – Up to £45,000

What’s Next?

If this sounds like your next opportunity, please apply with your most up to date CV.

Successful candidates will be required to undergo a DBS check

The Role

The Trusts Executive will be responsible for bringing in funding from charities and grant-makers, and keeping those funders engaged and informed. 

Working closely with the Trusts Manager, you will research, develop and submit compelling applications to both new and existing funders, while producing timely, engaging reports that clearly demonstrate the impact of their support.

We are looking for a highly organised and motivated individual with a passion for writing and a keen eye for detail.

Charity / non-profit sector experience is essential.

What’s Needed

• Manage charitable income streams through trusts and foundations, including grant applications and reporting to funders.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with funders and donors, ensuring ongoing stewardship.
• Prepare and submit grant applications within deadlines, managing project budgets and financial reporting.
• Coordinate project activities, ensuring compliance with funder requirements and internal processes.
• Monitor and report on grant progress, providing accurate updates to stakeholders and funders.
• Work collaboratively with teams to meet fundraising targets under pressure and tight deadlines.
• Proven experience in trust fundraising, grant applications, and donor stewardship within a charitable setting.
• Strong understanding of project budgeting and grant reporting processes.

What’s in for you?

• Hybrid working - Once a week in Bristol
• 35 hour working week
• Flexible working arrangements
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Your birthday off
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Volunteering days
• Salary - Up to £33,000

What’s Next?

If this sounds like your next opportunity, please apply with your most up to date CV.

Job requirements:

• Advise on safety issues and ensure products meet international and customer-specific compliance standards
• Manage risk assessments, labelling, and factory audits for product development
• Support sales teams by providing compliance evidence and fostering key relationships
• Keep up-to-date with international legislation and implement relevant changes
• Work alongside factories to support sustainability claims and social governance standards
• Manage testing processes, review documentation, and oversee third-party inspections

If you have a strong background in compliance, coupled with experience working with products in the retail industry, apply for more info! 

This role is based in Central Bath, with hybrid working (3 days in the office) and a salary of £35,000 - £38,000.

• Assist with creating and managing product codes, barcodes, and costing data across various internal systems
• Maintain accurate product information and update sales materials
• Coordinate sample logistics, shipments, and supplier communications
• Support PO creation, factory inspections, and retailer-specific requirements
• Provide general administrative support to the product team
• Ensure accuracy across systems and documentation

If you are proactive, highly organised, and confident working across multiple stakeholders, this role could be perfect for you.

The salary is £28,000 - £30,000 with three days in the office in Bath.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a background in retail or customer service who is looking to take the next step into an office environment. Full training will be provided, and we welcome applications from candidates eager to develop their administrative and professional skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Responding to customer enquiries via phone and email in a professional and timely manner
• Providing excellent customer service and resolving queries or escalating where necessary
• Processing orders, requests, or customer information accurately
• Updating customer records and maintaining internal systems
• Supporting the team with general administrative tasks such as data entry and filing
• Liaising with colleagues to ensure a smooth customer journey

Skills and Experience

• Previous experience in a customer-facing role (retail, hospitality, call centre, or similar)
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Good attention to detail and willingness to learn new systems
• Basic IT skills, including Microsoft Office or similar software
• Positive attitude with a strong work ethic
• Ability to work well as part of a team in an office environment

Apply now!

What You’ll Do
Process customer and reseller orders, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
Manage monthly renewals, licences, and online access for clients.
Support Sales Account Managers with documentation and admin tasks.
Coordinate and schedule training sessions, maintaining calendars and logistics.
Handle certificates, attendance tracking, and event support.

What You’ll Bring
Experience in administration, office management, sales coordination, or customer service.
A positive, “can-do” attitude with strong attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word).
The ability to prioritise, stay organised, and adapt to changing priorities.

Sound like the role for you? Apply now!

Element Recruitment are growing business in Somerset seeking a proactive Temporary Recruitment Administrator to support the team. The role will focus on onboarding new starters, ensuring a smooth and welcoming experience from offer to induction.

You’ll get to work in a super friendly, and growing team, while being exposed to different elements of HR from Talent, L&D to BP.

• Starting ASAP
• 4 days home working, 1 day in the office
• Based in Wiltshite, with parking 
• £14.00 per hour

Key responsibilities include:

• Preparing contracts and onboarding documentation
• Scheduling screening calls for the TA team
• Sending CV to managers, updating the ATS and trackers
• Coordinating induction schedules and training
• Completing pre-employment checks
• Supporting managers and employees with HR queries
• Maintaining accurate employee records

You will need to be:

• Organised, detail-focused, and confident in building positive relationships
• Previous HR or administration experience is desirable, but most importantly, you’ll bring energy and professionalism to the role

Sound like you? Apply now?

Key responsibilities:

• Proactively source and qualify new business prospects through outbound calling and research
• Respond promptly to inbound leads and schedule client meetings
• Build long-term relationships with potential clients, nurturing prospects over time
• Prepare and deliver tailored proposals and presentations to clients and internal teams
• Collaborate closely with the wider sales team to ensure smooth handovers and accurate information sharing
• Represent the business at industry events and promote brand awareness
• Achieve targets for qualified leads, pipeline value, and signed deals

This is a great opportunity for an established Business Development Executive/Manager who would like to work in a consultative, professional service setting with realistic targets and OTE. There are clear progression routes, alongside hybrid working and competitive benefits. 

Apply for more info!

We are currently partnering with a well-established leader in the services sector with a long-standing reputation for technical excellence and a heritage built over decades of successful project delivery. While they are proud of their history, they are currently navigating an exciting period of strategic transformation. Proactively streamlining operations, modernising internal systems, and refining financial frameworks to ensure they remain as agile and competitive as possible for the future. This role is a pivotal part of that evolution, offering the chance to provide stable leadership while directly influencing the next chapter of the business. This is the perfect role for a qualified accountant to remain hands on, but add value in both improving processes and getting involved in commercial projects.

Responsibilities will include:

• Full responsibility for preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reports across the group P&L and supporting the consolidated group balance sheet and cash flow production
• Prepare and post journals, including accruals, prepayments, deferred income, adjustments and reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards
• Prepare, review and reconcile key balance sheet accounts, including intercompany, fixed assets and control accounts in line with group expectations
• Provide detailed variance analysis, commentary and ad hoc analysis work 
• Preparation of ah hoc financial analysis, forecasts and external reporting 
• Support the preparation of group-level tax information, statutory accounts and wider reporting requirements.
• Collaborate and support on budgeting and forecasting 
• Support year end processes, external audit and statutory account preparation
• Oversee and mentor the finance team, fostering a collaborative, hands on team culture

Your Profile:

• CIMA / ACMA / ACCA / ACA Qualified 
• Experience in management accounting 
• Hands on as well as leading a team
• Strong Excel experience 
• Closely located to site in Gloucester

To discuss further, call Tora ASAP on 07452 822610 or click "APPLY!"

This isn't a role where you’ll be hidden in a back office; you’ll report directly to the Managing Director, acting as a key commercial co-pilot during a pivotal era of growth. Element Recruitment is looking for a Management Accountant to join this thriving business.

About the Role

This is a hands-on, high-impact role within a fast-paced SME. You will bridge the gap across multiple layers of operational stakeholders, translating complex manufacturing data into the strategic insights that drive profitability.

• Commercial Insight: Own the P&L, deliver the "why" behind the "what," and provide the variance analysis that shapes operational decisions.
• Operational Partnership: Work side by side with Engineering, Production, and Commercial teams to sharpen product costing and margins.
• Modernisation: Play a leading role in optimising ERP systems, driving automation, and refining financial controls.
• End-to-End Ownership: From rolling forecasts and CAPEX appraisals to overseeing monthly payroll and year-end audit prep.

About You

We are looking for a commercially minded professional who thrives on accountability and loves the "nuts and bolts" of manufacturing.

• Qualified/Finalist: CIMA, ACCA, or equivalent (Part-qualified with strong experience also considered).
• Manufacturing Pedigree: You understand product costing, inventory valuation, and variances.
• Business Partnering: You’re comfortable being the "go-to" finance person and can pivot from high-level strategy to detailed payroll processing.
• Systems Driven: Advanced Excel skills are a must; ERP implementation or optimisation experience is a massive plus.

What’s on Offer

A salary of up to £55,000 plus a wider package. This is a tangible opportunity to shape the future of a business’s growth trajectory.

• Note: This is an on-site role (hybrid working is not available).
• Eligibility: You must have full and unrestricted right to work in the United Kingdom.

What’s Next?

For more information, click Apply Now or contact Tom Chambers at Element Recruitment for a confidential discussion.

Working within the wider finance team, this role is going to have a key focus on financial reporting, disclosures and statements, with ownership of fixed asset and capital expenditure activities. You will also work closely with external audits and play an important role in the quarterly, half year and annual reporting process. 

You will be a recently qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA) who brings:

• Experience producing or auditing financial statements.
• Knowledge of Capital Expenditure and Fixed Asset accounting.
• Proficiency in Excel and exposure to Power BI.
• The confidence to liaise with stakeholders across the business.

A salary of up to £55,000 is on offer, plus benefits for the right candidate, working on a hybrid working pattern of 3 days per week in the office in Bristol. 

For more information, please contact Tom Chambers at Element Recruitment in Bristol