Eaton Syalon Ltd jobs

Location: Burton-On-Trent Salary: 30,000 - 35,000 Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours, office-based role Annual Leave: 25 days plus Bank Holidays Eaton Syalon are supporting our client in the search for an experienced and proactive Credit Controller to join their finance team. This is a varied and hands-on role that will suit someone with excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail and the confidence to build positive relationships with customers while ensuring outstanding debts are collected efficiently. Key Responsibilities: - Proactively and reactively chase outstanding customer debt by telephone, email and letter. - Allocate cash receipts accurately and promptly. - Investigate and resolve invoice and purchase order queries. - Produce weekly and monthly aged debtor reports. - Monitor credit limits - Raise and issue sales invoices and credit notes. - Process new customer account applications. - Place customer accounts on stop where appropriate. - Produce due-date invoice reports and follow up outstanding balances. - Issue end-of-month customer statements. - Complete daily cash account bank reconciliations and allocations. - Process sales and cash book imports. - Process subcontractor invoices. - Attend weekly credit control meetings. We're looking for someone who has: - Previous experience in a Credit Control role, ideally stand-alone credit control experience - Excellent communication and negotiation skills. - Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise a busy workload. - High levels of accuracy and attention to detail. - Experience of managing customer accounts and resolving payment queries. - Confidence using finance systems and Microsoft Excel. - A professional and customer-focused approach. - The ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative finance team. If you're an experienced Credit Controller looking for your next challenge in a fast-paced and supportive environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Sales Ledger Supervisor 32,000 - 35,000 Nottingham Based Hybrid Role Eaton Syalon are supporting our Nottingham based client in the search for a Sales Ledger Supervisor to join their Finance team. We're looking for an experienced Sales Ledger Supervisor to lead the sales ledger function and play a key role in maintaining healthy cash flow, delivering outstanding customer service, and supporting the continued success of our business. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated finance professional with strong sales ledger and credit control experience, coupled with previous team leadership skills. You'll combine hands-on operational responsibilities with the supervision of the Sales Ledger Assistant, ensuring efficient processes, accurate invoicing and effective debt collection. Key Responsibilities: - Oversee the daily operation of the Sales Ledger function, ensuring accuracy and efficiency. - Supervise and support the Sales Ledger Assistant, allocating workloads and monitoring performance. - Manage customer accounts, ensuring records are accurate and reconciled where required. - Prepare, process and issue customer invoices and credit notes accurately and on time. - Proactively manage credit control activities, chasing outstanding payments by telephone, email and written correspondence. - Monitor customer credit limits and recommend amendments where appropriate. - Investigate and resolve invoice, payment and account queries quickly and professionally. - Produce and review aged debtor reports, highlighting risks and recommending appropriate actions. - Support month-end and year-end finance processes, including reconciliations and audit requirements. - Prepare regular reports on cash collection, debtor performance and key Sales Ledger KPIs. - Identify opportunities to improve systems, controls and departmental processes. - Work closely with Finance, Sales and Operations to deliver an excellent service to customers and colleagues. About You: - Previous experience within Sales Ledger and Credit Control. - Experience as Supervisor or Team Leader of a small team. - A solid understanding of accounts receivable processes. - Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. - Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. - A high level of accuracy and attention to detail. - Confidence using Microsoft Excel and accounting or ERP systems. - A proactive approach with excellent problem-solving skills. - A passion for delivering excellent customer service and driving continuous improvement. If you're an experienced Sales Ledger professional with supervisory experience and you're looking for a role where you can lead, improve processes and make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Exclusive to Eaton Syalon Management Accountant Finance Manager North Derbyshire 45,000 - 55,000 + Benefits If you're someone who enjoys rolling your sleeves up, working closely with the wider business and making a genuine impact rather than sitting behind a spreadsheet all day, this could be the opportunity you're looking for. We're supporting a successful and growing SME in North Derbyshire as they look to appoint a hands on Management Accountant / Finance Manager to become a key member of their team. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you'll take ownership of the day-to-day finance function whilst partnering with operational managers across the business, providing meaningful financial insight to support commercial decision making. This is a varied role where no two days are quite the same. You'll produce the monthly management accounts and oversee a small finance team, whilst remaining happy to get involved wherever required. The Role Responsibilities will include: - Preparation of timely and accurate monthly management accounts - Producing financial reporting, KPIs and meaningful commercial analysis - Budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management - Variance analysis and providing commentary to support decision making - Business partnering with operational managers across the business ensuring project costs stay in track - Supporting profitability, margin improvement and operational efficiencies - Management of a small transactional finance team - Oversight of purchase ledger, sales ledger, banking and credit control - Monitoring work in progress and project profitability - Preparation of quarterly VAT returns - Month-end journals, accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations - Supporting year-end audit and maintaining strong financial controls - Identifying opportunities to improve processes and ways of working About You We're looking for someone who enjoys operating within an SME environment where flexibility and a proactive approach are valued. You'll ideally bring: - Qualified, Part Qualified or Qualified by experience candidates are considered along with relevant experience operating within an SME setting - Experience preparing full monthly management accounts - Previous experience within an SME or owner-managed business - A hands-on approach with a willingness to support across all areas of finance - Experience managing or mentoring a small finance team - Strong budgeting, forecasting and cash flow experience - Excellent Excel skills and confidence analysing financial information - The ability to communicate effectively with non-finance stakeholders - Part-qualified, qualified or qualified by experience (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) Why Apply? This is an opportunity to join a growing business where finance plays an important role in supporting operational performance and future growth. You'll have genuine exposure to senior leadership, the opportunity to influence decision making and the autonomy to make improvements as the business continues to evolve. If you're looking for a role where you can add value, build relationships across the business and become a trusted member of the leadership team, we'd love to hear from you.

Finance Manager Cwmbran, Wales - Hybrid (3 days per week at site) Manufacturing £55,000 - £65,000 + excellent benefits Are you a Management Accountant/ Finance Manager who genuinely enjoys owning the month-end process, getting beneath the numbers and ensuring the balance sheet is accurate, controlled and fully understood? We re partnering with a successful and innovative manufacturing business to recruit a Finance Manager into a key role within its finance team. Reporting to the Financial Controller, you ll take full ownership of the month-end close, lead a small team and ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting. This role will particularly suit someone who enjoys investigating variances, understanding the story behind the numbers and maintaining strong control over the balance sheet. Alongside the core reporting responsibilities, you ll work closely with operations, procurement, transport and senior leadership, providing the insight and challenge needed to improve costs, controls and operational performance. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on Finance Manager who enjoys combining technical accounting, detailed analysis, team leadership and commercial business partnering. The Role As Finance Manager, you will: Own and manage the complete month-end process, ensuring accounts are accurate, well controlled and delivered within agreed deadlines. Take ownership of the balance sheet, ensuring reconciliations are completed to a high standard and all balances are fully supported and understood. Investigate variances in detail, identifying the underlying operational and financial drivers behind performance. Manage and report on rebate liabilities. Act as a key finance partner to transport teams across two operational sites. Perform detailed variance analysis against budget and forecast, translating findings into clear and actionable insights. Analyse production costs and identify opportunities for cost reduction, efficiency improvements and stronger processes. Present the monthly management accounts pack, clearly explaining performance against budget, forecast and the prior year. Provide financial insight to support operational decisions, capital investment proposals and continuous improvement initiatives. Challenge assumptions and influence stakeholders to strengthen cost control and operational efficiency. Manage the preparation of annual budgets and rolling forecasts. Monitor profit and loss, balance sheet and cash-flow performance against budget and forecast, highlighting risks and opportunities. Partner with manufacturing and commercial teams to track and understand key cost drivers. Produce regular cost-performance reporting for senior management. Ensure the integrity and accuracy of financial data held within the ERP system. Maintain robust financial controls over inventory valuation and cost allocation. Oversee the annual external audit process. Use Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central to enhance cost tracking, reporting and financial analysis. Ensure all monthly, quarterly and annual reporting requirements are completed accurately and on time. Deliver ad hoc reporting, project work and financial analysis as required. Manage and support the general ledger team, helping to maintain high standards of accuracy, accountability and delivery. About You You will be: A fully qualified accountant through CIMA, ACCA or ACA, studying towards your qualification or qualified by experience. Someone who takes pride in owning month end, maintaining a strong balance sheet and resolving unexplained variances. Experienced in variance analysis, inventory accounting and rebate-liability management. Highly analytical, detail-focused and naturally curious about what is driving the numbers. An effective finance business partner with experience supporting and influencing non-finance stakeholders. Experienced within a manufacturing or construction-related environment. Confident using Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central or a similar ERP platform. Highly proficient in Excel, including VLOOKUPs, PivotTables and data analysis. Familiar with Power BI, although this is desirable rather than essential. A collaborative, approachable team player with strong communication and relationship-building skills. What s on Offer Competitive salary and benefits package. 33 days holiday, including bank holidays. Enhanced maternity and paternity pay. Westfield Health Cash Plan. Employee Assistance Programme. Fitbit Care programme. Life assurance. Long-service awards. Employee discounts Career-development opportunities within a growing and innovative organisation. A collaborative and forward-thinking working environment. Ongoing commitment to continuous professional development. This is a broad and influential Finance Manager opportunity for someone who enjoys being close to the detail, taking ownership of the numbers and using strong financial control and analysis to improve business performance. To find out more, apply directly or get in touch for a confidential conversation.

Senior Bookkeeper Can be based out of Leicestershire, Nottinghamshire or Derbyshire based offices. Must be able to commute to Leicestershire based office at least once per week. Hybrid working & flexi-time 4-day working week Eaton Syalon are working with our leading East Midlands based client to recruit an experienced and motivated Senior Bookkeeper to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented bookkeeping professional who enjoys building strong client relationships and taking ownership of a varied portfolio of clients. Working in a fast-paced practice environment, you will be responsible for delivering accurate bookkeeping services, preparing VAT returns, producing management reports, and providing ongoing support to a diverse range of businesses. If you enjoy working collaboratively, solving problems, and helping clients succeed, we'd love to hear from you. Key Responsibilities: - Manage the day-to-day bookkeeping for a portfolio of clients using Xero and other cloud accounting software. - Prepare and submit accurate VAT returns within statutory deadlines. - Maintain complete and accurate financial records in accordance with regulatory requirements. - Produce management reports to provide clients with valuable financial insights. - Investigate and resolve bookkeeping queries promptly and professionally. - Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, providing an excellent level of service. - Liaise with HMRC, Companies House, and clients' accountants where required. - Support the wider team and contribute to the continued growth of the business. To be successful in this role, you'll have: - A minimum of two years' bookkeeping or accounts processing experience within an accountancy practice or multi-client environment. - Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple clients and competing deadlines. - Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a client-focused approach. - A high level of accuracy and attention to detail. - Experience using Xero or other cloud-based accounting software. - Experience working with sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies - desirable - An AAT qualification or equivalent or working towards becoming AAT qualified We're looking for someone who is: - Proactive, organised, and able to work independently. - Passionate about delivering exceptional client service. - Comfortable working in a growing and evolving business. - A collaborative team player who enjoys building long-term client relationships. - Committed to maintaining high standards of accuracy and professionalism. Our client offers the following: - Competitive salary based on experience. - Opportunities for professional development and career progression. - A supportive and friendly working environment. - Exposure to a varied client portfolio. - The opportunity to play an important role within a growing business. - A 4-day working week with flexi-time, hybrid working and enhanced benefits package If you're an experienced Bookkeeper looking to take the next step in your career and join a supportive, forward-thinking team, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of our clients' continued success.

Eaton Syalon are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Bookkeeper to join our client's team in Ashby-de-la-Zouch. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with 12 months bookkeeping experience who is looking to develop their career within a modern, client-focused accountancy practice. Working with a varied portfolio of clients, you'll gain hands-on experience using leading cloud accounting software while building strong client relationships and expanding your technical knowledge in a supportive environment. As a Junior Bookkeeper, you'll play an important role in supporting our clients by ensuring their financial records are accurate, up to date, and compliant. Your responsibilities will include: - Processing day-to-day bookkeeping for a portfolio of clients using Xero and FreeAgent. - Preparing and submitting Making Tax Digital (MTD) returns accurately and on time. - Maintaining accurate financial records in line with current regulations. - Investigating and resolving bookkeeping and MTD queries professionally and efficiently. - Building positive relationships with clients by providing excellent day-to-day support. - Liaising with HMRC, Companies House, and colleagues where required. - Supporting the wider bookkeeping team with a range of client accounting tasks. We're looking for someone who has: - At least one year's experience in bookkeeping or accounts processing within an accountancy practice or multi-client environment. - Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines. - Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel - Strong communication and interpersonal skills. - A positive attitude and willingness to learn. - Experience using Xero or other cloud accounting software. - Experience working with sole traders - desirable - An interest in continuing to develop your bookkeeping knowledge and skills. You'll be someone who is: - Highly organised with excellent attention to detail. - Accurate and committed to producing high-quality work. - Proactive and eager to learn. - Client-focused with a professional and friendly approach. - Comfortable working in a collaborative and growing business. Our client can offer you: - Competitive salary based on experience. - Full training and ongoing support to develop your skills. - Opportunities for career progression within a growing business. - Exposure to a varied portfolio of clients and cloud accounting software. - A friendly, supportive, and collaborative working environment. - A 4-day working week. - Hybrid working after probation period If you're looking to build a long-term career in bookkeeping with an organisation that values development, teamwork, and exceptional client service, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your bookkeeping career!

Assistant Accountant Temporary North Derbyshire Immediate start preferred 30,000 - 35,000 Office based Looking for your next finance assignment where you can make an immediate impact? We're supporting a well-established, SME in North Derbyshire with the appointment of an experienced Assistant Accountant to join their finance team on a temporary basis. This is an excellent opportunity to step into a varied, hands-on role within a successful business with a close knit, supportive culture. Working closely with the Head of Finance, you'll play a key role in ensuring the smooth day to day running of the finance function, supporting both transactional finance, payroll and month-end activities. The Role This is a broad Assistant Accountant position offering plenty of variety, including responsibility for: - Processing weekly and monthly payroll for a small number of employees using Sage Payroll - Maintaining payroll records and completing HMRC submissions, including P11Ds - Administering workplace pension contributions - Managing the purchase ledger from invoice processing through to payment runs - Matching GRNs, checking invoice pricing and processing supplier invoices - Preparing weekly payment runs and uploading payments via HSBC online banking - Supplier payment allocations and account reconciliations - Processing employee expenses and mileage claims - Bank reconciliations - Sundry debtor reconciliations - Posting month-end journals - Supporting the preparation of monthly management accounts - Assisting the wider finance team with ad hoc duties as required About You We're looking for someone who enjoys working within an SME environment and is happy getting involved across a wide range of finance responsibilities. You'll ideally have: - Previous experience within an Accounts Assistant / Assistant Accountant or similar finance role - Payroll experience - Purchase ledger and bank reconciliation experience - Strong Excel skills and confidence using accounting software (Sage experience would be beneficial) - Excellent attention to detail and accuracy - The ability to manage your own workload and prioritise effectively - A proactive approach and willingness to support colleagues across the finance team - Strong communication skills and a professional, approachable manner To find out more, please get in touch for a confidential discussion.

Accounts Payable Assistant Burton On-going Temporary Role Eaton Syalon are partnering with a business in Burton to recruit an experienced Temporary Accounts Payable Assistant to support the finance team in an on-going temporay role. This role will focus on supporting the day-to-day purchase ledger function, ensuring invoices are processed accurately and supplier accounts are maintained efficiently. The successful candidate will be expected to hit the ground running and provide immediate support to the wider finance team. Key Responsibilities: - Processing high volumes of purchase invoices accurately and efficiently - Performing supplier statement reconciliations and resolving discrepancies - Dealing with supplier queries via phone and email in a professional manner - Assisting with bank reconciliations and allocation of payments - Supporting payment runs and maintaining accurate supplier records - Liaising with internal departments to resolve invoice and PO queries - Providing additional support to the finance team with daily transactional duties Person Profile: - Previous experience in accounts payable, ideally suited to those with end-to-end processing experience - Strong understanding of invoice processing and supplier reconciliations - Experience dealing with supplier queries and resolving discrepancies - Good attention to detail and strong organisational skills - Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment - Confident using finance systems and Microsoft Excel - Able to start immediately Due to the nature of the role being temporary, we're looking for candidates who are available immediately to start a new role. Please note - the role is based in Burton and will be working 5 days on-site. This isn't a role offering a hybrid set-up.