Accounting Jobs in West Glamorgan

Finance Assistant Port Talbot 26,000 - 30,000 + Study Support Full-Time Permanent Are you looking for more than just another finance role? Yolk Recruitment is partnering with a well-established and growing South Wales business to recruit a Finance Assistant . This is an excellent opportunity for someone with transactional finance experience who wants to broaden their knowledge, gain exposure to month-end and finance projects, and progress their career within a supportive finance team. This business has a strong track record of promoting from within, making it an ideal opportunity for an ambitious individual looking to build a long-term career in finance. What you'll be doing As Finance Assistant, you'll support the wider finance function while developing your skills across a range of accounting activities, including: - Accounts Receivable and sales ledger activities. - Credit control and building strong customer relationships. - Supporting month-end processes. - Fixed asset register - Assisting with day-to-day accounting tasks across the finance team. - Contributing to finance process improvements. - Playing a key role in an exciting finance transformation project. What we're looking for We're keen to speak with candidates who: - Have experience within a Finance Assistant, Accounts Assistant, Purchase Ledger, Sales Ledger or similar transactional finance role. - Are proactive, enthusiastic and eager to learn. - Enjoy taking ownership and solving problems independently. - Have strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills. - Are ambitious and looking for genuine career progression. What's on offer? - 26,000 - 30,000 depending on experience. - Study support. - Genuine progression opportunities with a business that promotes internally. - Exposure to month-end accounting and wider finance responsibilities. - Opportunity to be involved in new ERP sysetm iplementation and finance transformation project. - Supportive, collaborative finance team. - Primarily office-based with occasional flexibility to work from home when required. If you're looking for a role where you'll be supported, challenged and given the opportunity to develop your finance career, we'd love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV or contact Yolk Recruitment for a confidential discussion.

Your new company This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established and growing professional services organisation based in Swansea. Renowned for delivering a high-quality service to a diverse client base, the business offers a supportive and collaborative environment where employees are encouraged to develop their skills and take ownership of their work.Due to continued growth, the finance team is looking to appoint an Assistant Accountant to support a varied portfolio of clients and contribute to the ongoing success of the business. Your new role Working closely with senior finance colleagues, you will play a key role in delivering accurate financial information, maintaining strong controls, and supporting clients with their day-to-day accounting requirements.This is a varied position offering exposure to management reporting, budgeting, reconciliations, and stakeholder interaction, making it an excellent opportunity for someone looking to broaden their experience and progress their finance career.Your responsibilities will include: - Assisting with the preparation of monthly management accounts and financial reports - Producing budgets, forecasts, and expenditure analysis - Performing balance sheet reconciliations and maintaining accurate financial records - Processing journals, accruals, and prepayments - Supporting year-end accounting and audit requirements - Managing invoicing, supplier payments, and account reconciliations - Monitoring outstanding balances and assisting with credit control activities - Preparing reports and financial information for clients and stakeholders - Supporting month-end processes and improving internal controls - Assisting with general finance administration and wider team projects What you'll need to succeed - Previous experience within an accounts or finance position - AAT Level 4 qualified, studying, or equivalent practical experience - Strong understanding of reconciliations, journals, and month-end processes - Good Excel skills and confidence working with finance systems - Strong organisational skills and attention to detail - Confident communication skills with the ability to build relationships with stakeholders - A proactive and hands-on approach to work Desirable - Experience supporting management accounts - Exposure to budgeting and forecasting - Experience working within a client-focused environment - Understanding of property, professional services, or multi-client accounting environments What you'll get in return - Salary of £32,000 - £35,000 - Full-time permanent position - Supportive and experienced finance team - Exposure to management accounting and client-facing responsibilities - Excellent opportunity for development and progression - Attractive office location in Swansea - Comprehensive benefits package What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'Apply Now' to submit your CV, or contact William Loring at Hays Accountancy & Finance on or for a confidential discussion.If this role isn't quite right for you, but you're considering a move, please get in touch to discuss other opportunities across South Wales. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Trainee Credit Controller Location: Port Talbot Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Salary: £26,000 - £28,000 per annum (depending on experience) Start Your Career in Finance We're looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Trainee Credit Controller to join our finance team in Port Talbot. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to begin a career in finance and accounts. Whether you're a recent college or university graduate, changing careers, or have some office experience, we'll provide the training and support you need to succeed. The Role As a Trainee Credit Controller, you'll work closely with our experienced finance team, learning all aspects of credit control while helping to ensure customer accounts are managed efficiently. Your responsibilities will include: - Contacting customers by phone and email to discuss outstanding invoices. - Building and maintaining positive relationships with customers. - Allocating incoming payments and updating customer accounts. - Assisting with account reconciliations and resolving payment queries. - Maintaining accurate financial records and customer information. - Supporting the wider finance team with administrative tasks. - Learning credit control processes and best practices. About You We're looking for someone who is: - Eager to learn and develop a career in finance. - Confident communicating with customers by phone and email. - Organised with excellent attention to detail. - Comfortable using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. - Reliable, professional, and able to work well as part of a team. - Educated to GCSE level (or equivalent), including Maths and English. Previous office or customer service experience is beneficial but not essential. What We Offer - Salary of £26,000 - £28,000 per annum. - Full training and ongoing development. - Career progression opportunities within the finance team. - Company pension scheme. - Generous holiday allowance. - Friendly, supportive working environment. - On-the-job coaching from experienced finance professionals. Apply Today If you're looking for a fantastic opportunity to start a long-term career in finance with a supportive employer, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit your CV

Credit Controller Port Talbot Up to £28,500 + Bonus + Profit Share Full-Time Permanent Are you looking to build your career in credit control with a stable, growing business that values its people? Yolk Recruitment is partnering with a well-established organisation to recruit a Credit Controller for their finance team in Port Talbot click apply for full job details

Senior Accountant/Assistant Manager Location: Swansea/hybrid Job Type: Full-time Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience About the Role We are looking for an experienced and proactive Senior Accountant to join our growing accountancy practice. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys building strong client relationships, mentoring colleagues, and managing a varied portfolio of SME clients in a fast-paced practice environment. You will take ownership of a diverse client portfolio, providing high-quality accounting and advisory services while acting as a trusted point of contact for clients. Working closely with partners and the wider team, you will also play a key role in supporting and developing junior members of staff. Key Responsibilities - Manage a portfolio of SME clients across a range of industries. - Act as the primary day-to-day contact for clients, providing practical advice and responsive support. - Prepare and review year-end accounts, management accounts, VAT returns, and other statutory filings. - Assist clients with bookkeeping, cloud accounting, and financial reporting. - Review work completed by junior team members, ensuring accuracy and compliance. - Mentor, train, and support junior staff, encouraging their technical and professional development. - Build and maintain strong client relationships through regular communication. - Identify opportunities to improve client processes and add value through advisory services. - Liaise with HMRC and other third parties on behalf of clients where required. - Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure deadlines are met and exceptional client service is delivered. About You The successful candidate will be: - ACA or ACCA qualified (or qualified by experience with significant practice experience). - Experienced in managing a portfolio of SME clients within an accountancy practice. - Highly proficient in Xero and confident using Microsoft Excel. - Technically strong with excellent knowledge of UK accounting principles and tax compliance. - An effective communicator with the ability to build lasting client relationships. - Organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities in a busy practice environment. - A supportive mentor who enjoys coaching and developing junior colleagues. - Commercially aware, with a client-focused approach and a commitment to delivering high-quality service. Desirable Skills - Experience with additional cloud accounting software such as Hubdoc, QuickBooks, or Sage. - Experience preparing management accounts and providing business advisory support. - Strong problem-solving skills with a continuous improvement mindset. What We Offer - Competitive salary and benefits package. - Flexible working options. - Ongoing professional development and training. - Clear opportunities for career progression. - A supportive and collaborative team environment. - Exposure to a diverse and interesting client portfolio. How to Apply If you are an experienced practice accountant looking to take the next step in your career with a firm that values client relationships, teamwork, and professional development, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV along with a brief covering letter outlining your experience and why you would be a great fit for this role.

Credit Controller Port Talbot Up to 28,500 + Bonus + Profit Share Full-Time Permanent Are you looking to build your career in credit control with a stable, growing business that values its people? Yolk Recruitment is partnering with a well-established organisation to recruit a Credit Controller for their finance team in Port Talbot. This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful business where you'll be trusted to manage your own customer ledger, build strong relationships and play a key role in maintaining healthy cash flow. Whether you already have credit control experience or have worked within a finance or customer-focused environment and are looking to specialise, this role offers excellent long-term career prospects. The Role Reporting to the Regional Credit Manager, you'll take ownership of a portfolio of customer accounts, ensuring payments are collected efficiently whilst providing an outstanding level of customer service. Key Responsibilities - Managing your own portfolio of customer accounts. - Chasing outstanding debt by telephone, email and written correspondence. - Building and maintaining positive relationships with customers. - Investigating and resolving invoice and payment queries. - Managing agreed payment plans through to completion. - Processing customer payments over the telephone. - Recording all customer communications accurately. - Escalating overdue accounts where appropriate. - Maintaining accurate customer records and account documentation. - Supporting the wider finance team with general administrative duties. What We're Looking For - Previous Credit Control experience would be advantageous but is not essential. - Experience within finance, accounts or a customer service environment. - Excellent communication and negotiation skills. - Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. - Confident using Microsoft Office. - A proactive, self-motivated approach with the ability to manage your own workload. - Someone who enjoys building relationships whilst achieving positive commercial outcomes. What's on Offer - Salary up to 28,500 . - Annual bonus. - Profit sharing scheme. - Company pension. - Employee discount scheme. - Company social events. - Free on-site parking. - Sick pay. - The opportunity to join a supportive finance team with genuine long-term career prospects. If you're looking to join a successful organisation where you can develop your finance career within a friendly and supportive environment, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact Yolk Recruitment for a confidential discussion about this opportunity.