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About the Business A fantastic opportunity to join a well-established service organisation based in Shrewsbury as a Commercial Reporting Accountant. Reporting directly to the Head of Finance, this is a genuinely influential role where you will play a critical part in shaping the long-term financial sustainability of the business. Alongside core financial accounting responsibilities, you will lead the financial planning and business plan modelling that underpins major strategic decisions — making this a broad, varied and rewarding position within a friendly, supportive finance team. Main Duties As a Financial Accountant, your main duties include: • Take ownership of the business plans that underpin long-term financial sustainability, producing robust analysis, modelling and forecasting to guide strategic decision-making, • Produce monthly management accounts, including profit & loss, balance sheet and supporting schedules, with insightful commentary and analysis, • Maintain rolling monthly forecasts and prepare capital reporting, fixed asset and stock tracking to support depreciation charges, • Lead the year-end process, delivering both management and statutory accounts, • Manage tax compliance across VAT, Corporation Tax and PAYE/NIC, including VAT return workings and associated reconciliations, • Partner with operational and development colleagues to build annual business plans, prepare quarterly forecasts and monitor spend against plan for Board-level reporting, • Complete monthly reconciliations across key balance sheet control accounts (such as GRNI, VAT and payroll) and own the monthly close process, • Prepare monthly cash flow statements and help control expenditure across the organisation, • Support the annual budgeting and business plan refresh, providing scenario planning and modelling, • Oversee rent and service charge setting, including the annual rent-setting cycle, • Act as a key point of contact for internal and external auditors, supporting the Head of Finance through statutory reporting and audit, • Line manage, develop and support a Financial Accounts Assistant, • Champion strong financial governance and take a proactive approach to risk management Location / Office / Culture The role is hybrid, with 3 days in the office based in Shrewsbury and the remainder worked from home. You will join a close-knit, supportive finance team within a values-driven not-for-profit, where your work makes a genuine and lasting difference to the local community. What We Are Looking For The ideal candidate will have: • ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified – ideally fully qualified, though candidates qualified by experience will be considered, • Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and translate it into clear, actionable insight (essential), • Strong Excel skills are essential, • Confidence producing end-to-end management and statutory accounts, • Experience within the housing sector is preferred, but not essential Why Join the business • Hybrid working with 3 days in the office, • Be part of a not-for-profit where your work has real social impact, • A broad, influential role with genuine variety and the chance to shape strategic decisions, • Supportive finance team and leadership, • Generous holidays – 28 days rising to 32 with service, plus bank holidays and Christmas day About Us We are a local accountancy recruitment specialist. We appreciate that roles are often online for a long period of time. If you want to check if this role is still live or just want more details before applying, call us directly. Ref: VL73234

A well-regarded professional services firm is looking for a Client Accounts Assistant to join its busy Client Accounting team in Shrewsbury on a hybrid basis. This is a hands-on role at the heart of a multi-disciplinary finance function, supporting a broad portfolio of managed property clients across the rural, residential, and living sectors. The team is a mix of professional and non-professional accountants covering the full finance cycle — client reporting, AP, AR, bank reconciliation, and systems management. You will carry your own client portfolio while collaborating closely with colleagues and taking on ad hoc projects as the business requires. What You'll Be Doing Managing the day-to-day financial transactions for a portfolio of managed clients, ensuring compliance with industry regulations Performing regular reconciliations of client ledgers and bank accounts Raising ad hoc charges and invoices; allocating cash received from tenants Reconciling receipts against charges raised and undertaking credit control, with debtor reporting Recording and processing supplier invoices and managing client funds through the weekly payment cycle Producing income and expenditure reports from TRAMPS and assisting with interpretation and application Preparing and reconciling budgets and cashflows Responding promptly and professionally to internal and external queries, including managing shared inboxes Supporting payroll processing and contributing to one-off projects as required What We're Looking For Proven experience in a client accounts, bookkeeping, or finance assistant role — AAT qualified is preferred, but strong practical experience will be equally considered Solid numeracy and attention to detail, with a methodical and organised approach to workload Competent user of accounting software and general IT; experience with TRAMPS or similar property management systems is advantageous Good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to liaise confidently with clients and colleagues Able to work independently and manage your own portfolio, as well as contribute as part of a wider team Payroll experience is a bonus but not essential — full training will be provided to the right candidate A background in property management or agricultural finance is helpful but not required What's on Offer A competitive salary commensurate with experience A flexible benefits package including the option to purchase additional leave, health cash plan, and cycle to work scheme Hybrid working from day one A supportive, collaborative team with real opportunities to develop

Ready to find the right role for you? Grade: 4.1 Hours: Part Time, 25-30 hours per week (Mon-Fri) Hours can be agreed depending on individual availability and business needs Location: Weeping Cross Depot Shrewsbury Shropshire SY5 6HT When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources and help it become a better place for everyone. As an Operations Support Assistant you'll be pushing for innovative solutions to create a more sustainable future for all. We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture. What we can offer you; 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata) Access to our company/people's pension scheme Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to 24 hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential What you'll be doing; Provide operational admin support to other Supervisory teams, including cover for the Operations Support Co-ordinator Raise purchase orders and place orders with suppliers Provide cover for payroll related tasks such as entering employee absence information and overtime Monitor the depot shared email inbox, allocate queries and track actions to completion Support supervisors with customer enquiries, providing clear written and verbal responses Take notes/minutes at depot meetings and circulate actions as needed Organise, maintain and update documents on the depot Google Team Drive Complete general office admin: filing, photocopying, record keeping, answering phone calls and email enquiries Support the management team with ad-hoc administration tasks Update internal communication channels such as Veolia TV and site noticeboards What we're looking for; IT-literate with confidence using standard office systems (Google familiarity desirable) Strong verbal communication with a professional telephone manner Clear written communication skills for customer responses and internal updates Good numerical skills, with confidence handling payroll inputs and purchase order admin Highly organised with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines Accurate, with strong attention to detail and record-keeping skills Understanding of GDPR and handling sensitive information appropriately Experience in an operational environment Driving licence is highly desirable as occasional cover may be required between depots Behaves in line with Veolia values: Community Spirit, Customer Focus, Innovation, Respect, Responsibility What's next? Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come. We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career. We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles. We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are successful in securing a new role or promotion within the company, any offer to you may be subject to the acceptance of standardised terms and conditions. These new terms and conditions may differ from your current contract, if you have any questions about how this might affect you, please don't hesitate to contact your line manager or the HR team. Job Posting End Date: What's next? Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come. We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career. We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles. We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive

About the Business A fantastic opportunity to join a well-established service organisation based in Shrewsbury as a Commercial Reporting Accountant. Reporting directly to the Head of Finance, this is a genuinely influential role where you will play a critical part in shaping the long-term financial sustainability of the business. Alongside core financial accounting responsibilities, you will lead the financial planning and business plan modelling that underpins major strategic decisions — making this a broad, varied and rewarding position within a friendly, supportive finance team. Main Duties As a Financial Accountant, your main duties include: • Take ownership of the business plans that underpin long-term financial sustainability, producing robust analysis, modelling and forecasting to guide strategic decision-making, • Produce monthly management accounts, including profit & loss, balance sheet and supporting schedules, with insightful commentary and analysis, • Maintain rolling monthly forecasts and prepare capital reporting, fixed asset and stock tracking to support depreciation charges, • Lead the year-end process, delivering both management and statutory accounts, • Manage tax compliance across VAT, Corporation Tax and PAYE/NIC, including VAT return workings and associated reconciliations, • Partner with operational and development colleagues to build annual business plans, prepare quarterly forecasts and monitor spend against plan for Board-level reporting, • Complete monthly reconciliations across key balance sheet control accounts (such as GRNI, VAT and payroll) and own the monthly close process, • Prepare monthly cash flow statements and help control expenditure across the organisation, • Support the annual budgeting and business plan refresh, providing scenario planning and modelling, • Oversee rent and service charge setting, including the annual rent-setting cycle, • Act as a key point of contact for internal and external auditors, supporting the Head of Finance through statutory reporting and audit, • Line manage, develop and support a Financial Accounts Assistant, • Champion strong financial governance and take a proactive approach to risk management Location / Office / Culture The role is hybrid, with 3 days in the office based in Shrewsbury and the remainder worked from home. You will join a close-knit, supportive finance team within a values-driven not-for-profit, where your work makes a genuine and lasting difference to the local community. What We Are Looking For The ideal candidate will have: • ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified – ideally fully qualified, though candidates qualified by experience will be considered, • Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and translate it into clear, actionable insight (essential), • Strong Excel skills are essential, • Confidence producing end-to-end management and statutory accounts, • Experience within the housing sector is preferred, but not essential Why Join the business • Hybrid working with 3 days in the office, • Be part of a not-for-profit where your work has real social impact, • A broad, influential role with genuine variety and the chance to shape strategic decisions, • Supportive finance team and leadership, • Generous holidays – 28 days rising to 32 with service, plus bank holidays and Christmas day About Us We are a local accountancy recruitment specialist. We appreciate that roles are often online for a long period of time. If you want to check if this role is still live or just want more details before applying, call us directly. Ref: 73234