Farrer Barnes Limited

Farrer Barnes Limited Farrer Barnes was formed in 1993 as an accountancy and executive recruitment specialist.

The company has expanded organically and by acquisition and now has a presence in Canterbury, Brighton (formerly Randell Recruitment) and Tunbridge Wells. We are considered to be one of the leading companies in our field in the South East and through associate companies, the UK. We operate an internal structure which is geared to account management thus providing a consistency of consultancy which

enables us to thoroughly understand the needs of our customers whether they be clients or candidates. As a Member of the Recruitment and Employment Confederation, Farrer Barnes is bound by their Code of Conduct

04/06/2026

Location: North East England
Salary: £55000 per annum
Sector: Education & Training

Farrer Barnes is delighted to be partnering with a highly respected education organisation to recruit a Business Manager to support a group of specialist schools.

This is a broad and rewarding leadership role, offering the opportunity to work closely with senior leaders to ensure the effective operational management of multiple sites. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the delivery of outstanding educational provision through the management of finance, HR, estates, compliance and business operations.

Key responsibilities will include:

- Leading financial planning, b..

04/06/2026

Location: Sittingbourne, Kent
Salary: £46000 to £50000 per annum Benefits: Hybrid Working
Sector: Accountancy

My client is an Academy based in Sittingbourne and they are now looking to recruit a Finance Manager to support the strategic and operational financial management of the Academy.

Working closely with the Headteacher, the role centres on managing the income and expenditure of the school, providing insightful reporting and analysis for the SLT. Key to success in this post will be setting and controlling budgets, forecasting and management accounts.

Applications are sought from experienced finance candidates, either formally qualified or actively studying a professional ..

03/06/2026

Location: Sittingbourne, Kent
Salary: £60000 to £80000 per annum
Sector: Accountancy (Qualified)

A successful and well-established charitable organisation based in Mid-Kent is seeking an experienced Systems Accountant to support a recently implemented finance system and help maximise its effectiveness across the organisation.

This is a highly visible and varied assignment requiring a hands-on professional with proven experience of Access Financials or Access Dimensions and a strong background in finance systems, reporting and process improvement.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Reviewing and rewriting management reports to improve usability and effective..

27/05/2026

Location: Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Salary: £30000 to £40000 per annum
Sector: Accountancy

An excellent opportunity has arisen with a well-established, independent firm of accountants based in Tunbridge Wells, who are looking to appoint an experienced Semi-Senior Accountant to join their close-knit team.

This is not a “production-line” accountancy role within a faceless corporate practice. My client is a genuinely personable and highly regarded independent firm that prides itself on building long-standing relationships with both clients and staff alike. The environment is collaborative, relaxed, and professional — the kind of place where people ..

22/05/2026

Location: Faversham, Kent
Salary: £25000 to £27000 per annum
Sector: Accountancy

The Company
I’m currently working with a small, well-established business based in Faversham who are looking to recruit an Accounts Administrator to support their day-to-day finance function.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working within a close-knit team and is looking for a varied position where they can get involved across both accounts and administration duties.

The Role
As Accounts Administrator, you’ll support the smooth running of the finance function while assisting with general office administration where needed.

The role would suit someone with previous acc..

22/05/2026

Location: Gillingham, Kent
Salary: £25000 to £27000 per annum
Sector: Accountancy

The Company
I’m currently working with a growing business based in Gillingham who are looking to recruit a Junior Accounts Assistant to join their expanding finance team.

This is a really nice opportunity for someone early on in their finance career who’s looking to gain broader exposure across accounts within a supportive environment where they can properly learn and develop over time.

The Role
As Junior Accounts Assistant, you’ll support the wider finance function with the day-to-day running of the accounts department while gaining exposure across multiple areas of transactional finance..

22/05/2026

Location: Maidstone, Kent
Salary: £40000 to £50000 per annum
Sector: Accountancy (Qualified)

This is an excellent opportunity for a practice professional looking to join a modern and forward-thinking firm that offers genuine long-term progression, exposure to a varied client portfolio, and a clearly defined leadership development programme.

The Role

The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering high-quality audit and accounts services to a diverse range of owner-managed businesses, SMEs, and group structures across a variety of sectors.

Key responsibilities will include:

- Planning, managing, and executing small audits from start to completion
- Leading..

18/05/2026

Location: Maidstone, Kent
Salary: £25000 to £35000 per annum
Sector: Accountancy

An outstanding opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Accounts Semi-Senior to join a long-established, highly respected independent accountancy firm with multiple offices across the region. Based in Maidstone, this role offers the chance to join a progressive and people-focused practice with an excellent reputation for client service, staff development and long-term career progression.

This is the ideal move for a motivated “second jobber” looking to take the next step in their accountancy career within a supportive and forward-thinking environment. You will gain exposure to a broad an..

13/05/2026

Location: Folkestone, Kent
Salary: £28000 to £35000 per annum
Sector: Accountancy

An established and highly regarded independent accountancy practice on the South Coast is looking to recruit an experienced Practice Senior to join its close-knit team in Folkestone.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys genuine client relationships, varied work and the chance to become a key part of a long-standing and respected local firm where people are valued properly and careers are built for the long term.

The role will involve managing a broad and interesting portfolio of clients across a range of sectors and responsibilities including:

• Preparatio..

11/05/2026

Location: Maidstone, Kent
Salary: £35000 to £45000 per annum
Sector: Accountancy (Qualified)

Farrer Barnes is delighted to be working with a well-established accountancy practice based in Maidstone, Kent to recruit an experienced Senior Accountant.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified or part-qualified accountant to join a reputable practice, managing a varied client portfolio and taking ownership of accounts preparation, tax, and advisory work.

The Role – Senior Accountant:

- Prepare statutory accounts for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies
- Complete corporation tax returns and personal tax computations
- Manage a portfoli..

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Unit 6, Denne Hill Business Centre, Dennehill
Canterbury
CT46HD

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+441227863900

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