Sharp Consultancy Supports Yorkshire Children’s Charity’s annual schools day out at Cannon Hall Farm.

On Wednesday, September 11th, half of our staff from both the Sheffield and Leeds offices volunteered to support Yorkshire Children’s Charity. Each year, this charity provides hundreds of children from schools across Yorkshire with the opportunity to enjoy a fantastic day out at Cannon Hall Farm, and they rely on many volunteers to make this happen.This year, over 600 children who might otherwise not be able to enjoy a day trip like this, partook in what turned out to be a brilliant day. Yorkshire Children’s Charity is very close to our hearts here at Sharp Consultancy as not only is it focused on the county we call home, the charity helps children who for a variety of reasons, are in a position of disadvantage. For many of these children, this was their first visit to a farm and possibly their first experience outside their local area. Apart from a brief deluge for 10 minutes at the start of the day and a light shower at the end the day, the rain mostly stayed away. The team from Sharp Consultancy, along with many other volunteers helped get the packed lunches delivered, drinks poured, biscuits distributed and joined the teachers showing the children around the farm – from reptile houses to the pig pens (much holding of noses and retching noises!), tractor rides to see Llama’s and reindeer, sheep racing, ferret racing, meerkats and mongoose. It was a day like no other.No matter how old you are, if you think back really hard, you can probably just about remember the first time you saw a snake or huge monitor lizard in a zoo; or goggled at the size of a shire horse and the amazement you felt – multiply this by 608 children and you might just have some idea how special the day was. And don’t children ask the best questions. I have never been asked so many questions I didn’t know the answer to – ‘Why do snakes put their heads in that position?’ Why are some leaf cutter ants carrying leaves to their nest and some carrying them away from their nest?’ Why is that cow laying down and that one stood up?’ my answer – ‘it must be tired’ – there response ‘what’s it been doing to get tired?’ Or my favourite ‘What can run faster, a meerkat or a ferret?’. The team here at Sharp Consultancy had an amazing day (I think if enjoyment could be measured, we’d have given the children a run for their money!) It was a humbling and enlightening experience and on occasions, very emotional (my word, you really appreciate just exactly how lucky you are and have been). Most of all though it was a delight to meet 608 amazing young people, dozens of teachers and assistants (you really are heroes, and nothing will make me change my mind on that) and all our fellow volunteers and charity employees Annabel and Abbie – join the teachers in our collective hero worship. A day to remember…forever.

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Job description

We are working with a leading manufacturing company that supplies high-quality products to both the UK and international markets. As a well-established business, they pride themselves on delivering exceptional products and services to their customers. With a strong focus on innovation and excellence, they continue to grow and expand their operations.

Our client is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Finance Assistant to join their small but dynamic finance team based in Rotherham (close to Sheffield). This role is pivotal in ensuring the smooth operation of the entire purchase ledger function.

If you are proactive, well-organised, and looking to take ownership of key financial processes, this is an excellent opportunity for you to thrive in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities Include:

Accounts Payable Management: Sole responsibility for maintaining the purchase ledger, including processing and posting supplier invoices, managing payment runs, and ensuring timely payments to suppliers.
Expense Payments: Processing employee expense claims, ensuring compliance with company policies and accurate coding to the relevant cost centres.
Bank Reconciliations: Performing daily and monthly bank reconciliations, resolving any discrepancies, and ensuring the integrity of financial data.
Supplier Relations: Liaising with suppliers to resolve any invoice or payment queries, maintaining working relationships

They are looking for a candidate with:

Previous experience in an Accounts Payable/Accounts or Finance assistant role.
Attention to detail and high levels of accuracy.
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
A proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to work independently.
Evidence of communication skills both written and verbal.

If you are ready to take the next step in your finance career and continuously contribute to the success of a thriving business, please apply now.

Sharp Consultancy is a finance and accountancy recruitment specialist assisting accounting and finance divisions of businesses in the Yorkshire and Derbyshire area. With over 30 years’ experience we pride ourselves on sourcing excellent finance professionals across all divisions of an accounts function, from finance administrators through to senior Finance Director appointments. Please visit our website www.sharpconsultancy.com for more information on accountancy jobs or accountancy recruitment; finance jobs or finance recruitment.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction. To apply please send your CV to the e-mail address stated, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore if we have not responded to your application within seven days please note that on this occasion your application has not been successful.