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AAT, ACA, or ACCA) job opportunity in St Albans.Semi-Senior Accountant – St Albans | Hybrid Working | Fast-Track to ManagementJoin a thriving, well-established accountancy firm based in St Albans that’s growing fast—and looking for ambitious talent to grow with it.We’re on the hunt for a Sem

Hemel Hempstead Client Bookkeeper Job opportunity.Experienced Client Bookkeeper Job opportunity to join this fantastic friendly and professional firm of accountants based in Hemel Hempstead.Suitable for an AAT person the role includes Payroll, completion of accounts, completion of corporation tax re

Finance Assistant \n9-12 Month Maternity Cover - Fixed Term Contract \nLocation: St Albans | On-Site \nHours: Full time, Monday to Friday \nSalary: £30,000 - £33,000 per annum \nLegal Sector\n\nThe Opportunity \nSmart10 Recruitment Group are proud to be partnering with a well-established and highly regarded legal firm in St Albans to recruit a Finance Assistant on a 9-12-month maternity cover contract. \nThis is an excellent opportunity to join a busy and professional finance team, providing key financial and administrative support to legal teams and senior stakeholders across the firm. \n \nThe Role\n\nReporting to the Head of Finance, you will support the day-to-day financial operations of the firm and assist with a broad range of accounting and administrative responsibilities. \nKey duties will include: \n·Updating financial spreadsheets with monthly transactions \n·Preparing profit and loss schedules \n·Reconciling bank statements \n·Providing updates on fees delivered against targets \n·Processing tax payments (under instruction) \n·Recording monthly payroll entries and journals \n·Processing and recording monthly pension payments \n·Managing supplier invoices and liaising with suppliers and managers \n·Supporting budget preparation processes \n·Participating in annual audits \n·Assisting with VAT return preparation \n·Processing and authorising bank transfers via Bankline \n·Supporting Partners and senior staff with financial queries \n·Assisting in the development and maintenance of finance policies \n \nAbout You \nWe are seeking a detail-oriented and organised finance professional who thrives in a structured, professional environment. \nEssential: \n·Minimum 2 years' experience as a Finance Assistant or similar \n·Strong knowledge of accounting and bookkeeping procedures \n·Experience with month-end journals and management reporting \n·Advanced MS Excel skills, including financial functions \n·Excellent organisational and time management skills \n·High attention to detail with strong numerical accuracy \n·Confident written and verbal communication skills \n·Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure\n\nDesirable: \n·Level 2 AAT (or equivalent finance/bookkeeping qualification) \n·Previous experience within a law firm \n·Knowledge of Solicitors Accounts Rules\n\nThank you for your interest in this vacancy, which is being advertised by Smart10 Recruitment Group, who are acting as an employment agency / business. Your application will be considered in competition with others, and we will contact you within 3 working days if you have been shortlisted. \nSmart10 is a multi-award-winning specialist recruitment consultancy focused on the supply of temporary, contract and permanent placements across a select group of business sectors. In order to keep up to date and search for all our active jobs, please visit our website, like us on Facebook and follow us on Instagram or LinkedIn. Please refer to Smart10's Privacy Policy as to how we hold your data

Location: St. Albans, AL1\nSalary: £27,000 - £30,000\nWorking Hours: Monday-Friday (Hybrid)\nJob Code: MJ2226\nBilling Associate\nMy client in St. Albans is growing fast and looking for a sharp, proactive Billing Associate to join the heart of their finance team. This isn’t just another data-entry role, you’ll truly own the billing function across the entire business, from managing multi-departmental invoicing to ensuring the recurring billing process runs like clockwork.\nIf you already have some solid finance experience and pride yourself on catching the details others miss, this is a fantastic career move. My client is big on internal growth and is looking for someone they can truly invest in. This role is specifically designed for a professional eager to progress, with full support toward an AAT qualification.\nTo be successful here, you should bring a strong analytical mindset and a genuine love for working with numbers. So, if you’re ready for a role that offers a clear career path and a supportive environment that rewards your accuracy, apply now!\nKey Responsibilities:\n * Create and send accurate invoices for completed jobs using standard company templates.\n * Ensure all invoices include specific requirements, such as correct billing addresses and verified Purchase Orders (POs).\n * Manage credit notes and ensure all valuation-based invoices match customer orders exactly.\n * Handle scheduled recurring invoices and proactively chase missing POs to prevent delays.\n * Work with Account Managers to resolve complex billing queries and provide status updates on older accounts.\n * Act as the point of contact for billing disputes, resolving them quickly to maintain customer trust.\n * Assist the team with "attrition actions", adjusting recurring bills, re-raising invoices, or issuing credits when needed.\nThe successful candidate will have:\n * A background working within a Finance team, with a genuine desire to develop your career and a view to pursuing an AAT qualification.\n * Strong numerical skills and a keen eye for detail to ensure "right first time" results.\n * Confidence using billing/finance systems and proficiency in Excel or similar data tools.\n * A proven ability to manage a busy workload, stay organised, and adapt quickly when priorities shift.\n * The confidence to identify issues early and the judgment to resolve or escalate them effectively.\nBenefits:\n * 9 Day working fortnight\n * 25 Days holiday + Bank Holidays\n * Salary sacrifice pension scheme\n * Wellness & Employee Assistance Programme\n * 24 Hour GP and mental health care support\n * Continuous professional development\n * Annual company day\n*Due to the high volume of interest we receive for each vacancy, we are only able to contact shortlisted candidates. If you have not heard from our team within 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.\n**Please refrain from calling the office to check the status of your application or to discuss the role; this allows us to dedicate our time to the shortlisting process. We will retain your CV on file for future opportunities that may be a match for your skills and experience

We are recruiting for an experienced Purchase Ledger Assistant for a local business in the centre of St Albans. You will be working within a friendly and supportive team who are responsible for processing and incoming and outgoing expenditure for the business.\n\nThis role is a 2-3 month temporary contract.\n\nStart date: 14th April\n\nWhat’s in it for you:\n\n * Salary: £29k equivalent hourly rate, plus holiday pay\n\n * Hours: 17.5 hours/2.5 days per week – ideally across Tues-Thurs\n\n * Opportunity to work in a great team for a lovely local business\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\nPurchase Ledger tasks\n\n * Posting supplier invoices/matching to purchase orders\n\n * Posting employee expenses\n\n * Checking all details for errors\n\nCash Book Payments\n\n * Weekly payment runs, paying invoices and allocating to supplier accounts\n\n * Paying Direct Debits/Standing Orders\n\n * Assessing and analysing as appropriate for any relevant questions around payment\n\nCash Book Receipts\n\n * Receiving, allocating and analysing receipts\n\n * Receiving, allocating, checking and analysing relative fees\n\n * Receiving and allocating sundry receipts for other areas\n\nGeneral Ledger\n\n * Posting of month-end journals as required\n\n * Payroll and staff journals\n\nStaff Support\n\n * Documenting and improving processes\n\n * Answering financial questions from staff, suppliers and others\n\n * Responding to requests for payments\n\n * Reviewing expenses to ensure they are in line with policy\n\nWhat the employer is looking for:\n\n * Experience in a similar role\n\n * Educated to at least A-level or equivalent\n\n * Ideally studying for AAT Level 2 Foundation Certificate in Bookkeeping or similar, but not essential\n\n * High-level of numeracy and attention to detail\n\n * Able to communicate well both written and orally and with people who may have little contact with finance\n\n * Well-organised, flexible in approach and able to meet deadlines\n\n * Able to work as part of a team, demonstrating initiative and collaboration\n\nRed Door Recruitment is committed to encouraging equality, diversity, and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination. Full details available on our website.\n\nPlease note due to the number of applications we often receive; only shortlisted applicants will be contacted

Location: St. Albans, AL1 Salary: £27,000 - £30,000 Working Hours: Monday-Friday (Hybrid) Job Code: MJ2226 Billing Associate My client in St. Albans is growing fast and looking for a sharp, proactive Billing Associate to join the heart of their finance team. This isn’t just another data-entry role, you’ll truly own the billing function across the entire business, from managing multi-departmental invoicing to ensuring the recurring billing process runs like clockwork. If you already have some solid finance experience and pride yourself on catching the details others miss, this is a fantastic career move. My client is big on internal growth and is looking for someone they can truly invest in. This role is specifically designed for a professional eager to progress, with full support toward an AAT qualification. To be successful here, you should bring a strong analytical mindset and a genuine love for working with numbers. So, if you’re ready for a role that offers a clear career path and a supportive environment that rewards your accuracy, apply now! Key Responsibilities: • Create and send accurate invoices for completed jobs using standard company templates., • Ensure all invoices include specific requirements, such as correct billing add...

We are seeking a diligent and motivated Semi Senior Accountant to join our client's dynamic finance team in Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire. You will have at least two years experience working in a UK firm of accountants This permanent position offers an excellent opportunity for an individual who is actively involved in producing year-end accounts, bookkeeping, managing VAT returns, or handling personal tax. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting with the preparation of financial statements, supporting clients with VAT submissions, maintaining accurate bookkeeping records, and assisting senior staff with year-end procedures. The role requires a proactive approach, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently within a team environment. You will be expected to demonstrate strong communication skills and a good understanding of accounting processes, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and deadlines. • AAT qualified or equivalent experience, • Experience producing year-end accounts, • Strong bookkeeping background, • Knowledge of VAT returns and personal tax, • Proficiency in relevant accounting software, • Excellent organisational and time management skills, • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

A reputable consulting firm in Hatfield seeks a high-potential Assistant Accountant to take ownership of the Sales and Purchase Ledgers.This role is perfect for someone currently studying AAT or equivalent, who is eager to deepen their understanding of finance processes.Responsibilities include mana

Our profitable and well-established SME client in Hatfield is seeking a high-potential Assistant Accountant who is not only confident with day-to-day ledger duties, but genuinely curious about how and why finance processes work.This role is ideal for someone currently studying AAT (or equivalent) wh

You will create invoices, resolve disputes, and ensure timely payments while working towards an AAT qualification.