12 senior social worker jobs found

Transition Accountant Location: Somerset Contract: Temporary Salary: £45,091 - £48,226 FTE Start Date: ASAP Contact: (url removed) Job Description Service Care Solutions are recruiting on behalf of a housing association in Somerset for a Transition Accountant to join the team on a temporary basis. The postholder will support a major merger with a local authority, playing a key role in ensuring financial readiness for this transition. This will include supporting the design and implementation of systems, structures, and processes across both companies, and stabilising operations post-transition. Key Responsibilities Lead finance transition & go-live readiness: Plan and deliver all finance activities for transition, including cutover, opening balances, risk management, and hands-on support during go-live and stabilisation. Oversee financial systems & reporting: Redesign chart of accounts, support system configuration, data migration, and ensure robust reporting,...

The Role * Lead finance transition planning and delivery of all go-live activities * Manage cutover processes including accruals, prepayments, provisions and opening balances * Support validation of financial data and opening balances * Design budget structures and monitoring frameworks * Support development of management reporting across services * Partner with senior stakeholders to ensure budget ownership * Act as a finance SME across transition workstreams * Deliver training and guidance to budget holders and managers * Build strong relationships across finance and operational teams About You Essential: * CCAB-qualified accountant (or equivalent experience) * Strong financial accounting background within public sector, housing, or similar * Proven experience supporting finance transformation, system changes or restructures * Strong technical knowledge of financial controls, reporting and chart of accounts * Experience working with...

The Investment Administrator / Analyst will support investment operations function, focusing on Bonds, ISAs, PEPs, and wider investment products. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in investment administration, asset servicing, and regulatory processes within a financial services environment. The successful candidate will act as a point of contact within the team, ensuring accurate processing, reporting, and oversight of investment products. Benefits as Investment Administrator include: * Potential to progress to a permanent role * Great transport links * Supportive team * Great local amenities * Career development opportunities * Pension Key Responsibilities as Investment Administrator: * Administration and oversight of bond transactions, valuations, settlements, and reconciliations * Managing and maintaining ISA and PEP product records, transfers, subscriptions, and compliance checks * Producing investment reports, MI, and analytical...

Our client, a small organisation in Derby, is looking for a Finance Manager, initially on a temporary basis but with a permanent position for the right person. Client Details The organisation is a small-sized not-for-profit entity dedicated to making a meaningful impact within the community. It offers a supportive and focused environment where employees can contribute to purposeful work. Description Manage day-to-day financial operations, including budgeting and forecasting. Prepare accurate financial reports and analyse key data for decision-making purposes. Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations and organisational policies. Oversee payroll processing and maintain accurate financial records. Collaborate with various departments to align financial strategies with organisational goals. Provide recommendations for cost optimisation and resource allocation. Support the preparation of grant applications and funding reports. Assist in the financial planning process to...

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, 86,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars. Req ID: [[id]] Location: London, Kings Cross Appointment Basis:  12 month Fixed Term Apply by: 22/04/2026 Salary: circa £60,000 DOE plus excellent benefits including bonus At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, 86,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace...

A commercially astute dynamic qualified accountant is needed to join an established and growing multi-site organisation at their head office in Exeter as the Head of Finance on an 8 month contact to commence early May 2026, with potential for the post holder to take up the role on a permanent basis. This is not the average accounting role! It is a rare opportunity for a proactive qualified accounting professional to join an organisation that is leading the way in its sector and where you can genuinely make a difference to lives in local communities. Head of Finance – The Role As part of a friendly, dedicated senior management team, the Head of Finance is a critical role where you will be working at a strategic level, taking ownership of delivering a comprehensive finance function across all sites as well as providing financial guidance on commercial opportunities and cost saving measures. Duties will include: * Leading and developing the small finance team of 4. *...

Pertemps Network Group are currently recruiting for an experienced Pensions Specialist to join the Finance team of a Reputable Housing Provider. This is a key technical role responsible for managing employer participation within the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), including admission agreements, bonds, guarantees, and employer lifecycle management. The successful candidate will act as a technical reference point for LGPS legislation and will play a central role in managing relationships with legal advisors, actuaries, auditors, and external stakeholders. This role requires strong technical LGPS knowledge and experience managing employer onboarding and cessation processes. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced LGPS professional seeking a technically focused role within a collaborative and supportive environment. Reports To: Head of Pensions Location: London (Hybrid Working) Rate: £27–£29 per hour PAYE Working Pattern: Hybrid – 2 to 3 days per week in...

Payroll Officer Location: West Sussex Contract: Temporary (3 months) Salary: £17.83 p/h umbrella / £16.24 p/h PAYE Inclusive / £14.49 p/h PAYE Exclusive Start Date: ASAP Contact: (url removed) Job Description Service Care Solutions are recruiting on behalf of a local authority in West Sussex for a Payroll Officer to join the team on a temporary basis. The postholder will deliver high-level administrative support, guidance, and expertise to help the team carry out its core service functions. They will assist the team leader in overseeing workloads and will take responsibility for more complex, technical, and sensitive issues, while also contributing to the review and quality assurance of the team’s output. Key Responsibilities Deliver accurate and timely payroll processing, including payments, employee record updates, and contract changes Respond to customer queries, providing clear guidance on payroll matters and resolving complex issues independently Support and...

Finance Business Partner London/Hybrid 3 months contract initially £400 per day via Umbrella Company Our commitment is to provide equal opportunity regardless of, for example, your gender, age, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation or beliefs. We also engage with employers to develop programmes and pathways that embrace diverse talent and promote more inclusive employment worldwide through partnerships and other initiatives. We recognise and celebrate the value of difference and how it makes us faster, smarter and more innovative than our competition. My client is a leading global centre for the study of Asia, Africa, and the Middle East, renowned for its interdisciplinary approach to teaching and research. It brings together expertise in languages, cultures, and societies with a strong focus on addressing contemporary global challenges. With a commitment to diversity, social justice, and academic excellence, it serves as a hub for critical thinking and innovative...

Senior Accountant Location: Somerset Contract: Temporary (3 months) Salary: £351.83 per day umbrella / £ 309.74 PAYE Inclusive / £276.38 PAYE Exclusive Start Date: ASAP Contact: (url removed) Job Description Service Care Solutions are recruiting on behalf of a local authority in Somerset for a Senior Accountant to join the team on a temporary basis. The postholder will be required to perform a range of advanced professional accounting activities, and provide financial advice and guidance, to support in delivering a comprehensive accounting and advisory service to budget holders, project managers and decision makers.  Key Responsibilities Provide expert financial advice and guidance to senior leaders and stakeholders, ensuring informed decision-making on financial implications. Lead on the preparation and management of revenue and/or capital budgets, aligning financial planning with strategic objectives Monitor financial performance, identifying risks and variances, and...

Senior Accountant Certain Advantage are hiring for a Senior Accountant based in Daventry. This role is on an initial 6-month contract basis and is required to be onsite 2 days a week. Summary: You will be responsible for carrying out highly specialised accounting duties to maintain the department’s general ledger. This role also involves conducting detailed financial analysis of the department’s chart of accounts and financial statements, including identifying and evaluating unusual variances. Your responsibilities: Analyses, records and reports accounting transactions in a timely manner. Prepares general ledger entries and account reconciliations. Prepares balance sheet and profit and loss statements, consolidated financial statements, and other accounting schedules and reports. Responds to inquiries received from management, internal and external auditors, Sarbanes-Oxley audit group and others regarding financial results, special reporting requests, etc. Review...

Contracts Manager Certain Advantage is hiring for a Contracts Manager based in Nottingham. This role is on a 6-month contract basis and is mainly remote, with occasional on-site attendance The Company We’re working with a public-sector focused organisation undergoing a period of transformation, including the implementation of a newly developed contract management system. This is a key support role within the contract management function, offering the opportunity to play a hands-on part in improving governance, compliance, and data quality across the organisation. The Role This role is for a detail-driven Contracts Manager who is comfortable working with limited direction and ready to make an immediate impact. You’ll support the management, capture, and maintenance of contract information within a new contract management system and will be responsible for: Capturing and inputting accurate contract data into the contract management system Ensuring compliance with local...