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They offer genuine career development opportunities and long term progression.<\/p>\r\n<p>Specific responsibilities will include:<\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Handling customer phone calls and emails<\/li>\r\n<li>Responding to queries from customers in a professional and timely manner<\/li>\r\n<li>Managing and maintaining accurate customer records<\/li>\r\n<li>Handling a range of administrative responsibilities<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p>We are keen to speak to candidates who possess the following:<\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Previous experience within a customer focused role<\/li>\r\n<li>Experience in Financial Services preferred<\/li>\r\n<li>Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal<\/li>\r\n<li>Proficiency in MS Office, with the ability to learn new systems<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p>The company offer competitive salaries and benefits, with hybrid working options for some roles.<\/p>\r\n<p>If you are looking for a new opportunity and would like to find out more, please apply today. We look forward to receiving your application.<\/p>","cname":"remoteapi","applink":"\/1359\/job"},{"id":"1443","jobref":"JL709809","jobtitle":"Buyer","jobdesc":"<p>Kenneth\u00a0Brian\u00a0Associates\u00a0are\u00a0working\u00a0on\u00a0a\u00a0new\u00a0role\u00a0for\u00a0a\u00a0company\u00a0based\u00a0in\u00a0Reigate,\u00a0who\u00a0have\u00a0an\u00a0opportunity\u00a0for\u00a0an\u00a0experienced\u00a0Buyer\u00a0to\u00a0join\u00a0their\u00a0team.<\/p>\r\n<p>This\u00a0role\u00a0will\u00a0work\u00a0closely\u00a0with\u00a0management\u00a0and\u00a0the\u00a0wider\u00a0team,\u00a0and\u00a0will\u00a0have\u00a0responsibility\u00a0for\u00a0the\u00a0full\u00a0purchasing\u00a0process.<\/p>\r\n<p>Specific\u00a0responsibilities\u00a0will\u00a0include:<\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Sourcing\u00a0products,\u00a0ensuring\u00a0that\u00a0they\u00a0meet\u00a0customer\u00a0specifications<\/li>\r\n<li>Delivering\u00a0the\u00a0best\u00a0combination\u00a0of\u00a0price,\u00a0lead\u00a0time\u00a0and\u00a0quality<\/li>\r\n<li>Negotiating\u00a0best\u00a0prices\u00a0and\u00a0payment\u00a0terms\u00a0from\u00a0suppliers<\/li>\r\n<li>Ensuring\u00a0compliance\u00a0with\u00a0ethical\u00a0sourcing\u00a0policies<\/li>\r\n<li>Liaising\u00a0with\u00a0in-house\u00a0logistics\u00a0team<\/li>\r\n<li>Managing\u00a0customer\u00a0tenders<\/li>\r\n<li>Raising\u00a0purchase\u00a0orders\u00a0and\u00a0using\u00a0order\u00a0processing\u00a0system<\/li>\r\n<li>Maintaining\u00a0accurate\u00a0records<\/li>\r\n<li>Ensuring\u00a0that\u00a0delivery,\u00a0availability\u00a0and\u00a0stock\u00a0target\u00a0are\u00a0achieved<\/li>\r\n<li>Researching\u00a0and\u00a0introducing\u00a0new\u00a0suppliers<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p>To\u00a0be\u00a0considered\u00a0for\u00a0this\u00a0role,\u00a0you\u00a0will\u00a0need:<\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>A\u00a0strong\u00a0Buying\u00a0background,\u00a0in\u00a0a\u00a0commercial\u00a0environment<\/li>\r\n<li>Excellent\u00a0negotiation,\u00a0time\u00a0management\u00a0and\u00a0communication\u00a0skills<\/li>\r\n<li>Knowledge\u00a0of\u00a0international\u00a0shipping,\u00a0duties\u00a0and\u00a0delivery\u00a0processes<\/li>\r\n<li>Strong\u00a0IT\u00a0skills<\/li>\r\n<li>Highly\u00a0organised\u00a0with\u00a0strong\u00a0planning\u00a0skills<\/li>\r\n<li>Strong\u00a0commercial\u00a0awareness<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p>The\u00a0company\u00a0offer\u00a0a\u00a0competitive\u00a0salary\u00a0and\u00a0benefits\u00a0package,\u00a0and\u00a0genuine\u00a0opportunities\u00a0for\u00a0career\u00a0development.<\/p>\r\n<p>We\u00a0look\u00a0forward\u00a0to\u00a0receiving\u00a0your\u00a0application.<\/p>","cname":"remoteapi","applink":"\/1443\/job"},{"id":"1452","jobref":"AACM","jobtitle":"Assistant Accountant ","jobdesc":"<p>Kenneth Brian Associates are working with a growing business based in\u00a0<span>Coulsdon<\/span>, who are seeking an experienced\u00a0<span>Accounts Assistant<\/span>\u00a0to join their friendly finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with solid bookkeeping and accounting experience to take on a varied role within a supportive environment.<\/p>\r\n<p><span>Key Responsibilities<\/span><\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Maintain accurate bookkeeping records across sales, purchases, expenses, and bank reconciliations<\/li>\r\n<li>Manage ledgers: nominal, debtors, and creditors<\/li>\r\n<li>Process VAT returns and CIS returns in line with HMRC requirements<\/li>\r\n<li>Assist with payroll processing or liaise with payroll providers<\/li>\r\n<li>Ensure compliance with statutory obligations and internal controls<\/li>\r\n<li>Liaise with external accountants for audit, year-end accounts, and tax submissions<\/li>\r\n<li>Proactively improve accounting systems, processes, and efficiency<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p><span>Required Skills &amp; Qualifications<\/span><\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Minimum 3 years\u2019 proven experience as a bookkeeper or in a similar finance role<\/li>\r\n<li>Strong knowledge of UK accounting practices, VAT, CIS, and HMRC compliance (preferred)<\/li>\r\n<li>Proficiency with\u00a0<span>Sage<\/span>\u00a0accounting software<\/li>\r\n<li>Strong Microsoft Excel skills<\/li>\r\n<li>High attention to detail and accuracy<\/li>\r\n<li>Excellent organisation and communication skills<\/li>\r\n<li>Ability to work independently in a busy office environment<\/li>\r\n<li>Professional integrity and confidentiality<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p><span>Working Hours<\/span><\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Full-time, onsite at the Coulsdon office<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p><span>Salary &amp; Benefits<\/span><\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>\u00a330,000 \u2013 \u00a338,000 per annum (depending on experience)<\/li>\r\n<li>Pension scheme<\/li>\r\n<li>20 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays<\/li>\r\n<li>Opportunities for professional development and training<\/li>\r\n<li>Supportive and collaborative working environment<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","cname":"remoteapi","applink":"\/1452-accounts-assistant\/accounts-assistant\/croydon\/job"}]