4 education jobs found in Didcot

Interim Financial Controller Location: Farnborough (Hybrid) Day rate: £550-£750 Duration: 3-6 month assignment Overview A large, complex UK organisation is seeking an experienced Interim Financial Controller to provide senior financial leadership during a period of operational focus and finance transformation. This role carries responsibility for financial control, consolidated reporting, forecasting, and supporting commercial decision-making across a multi-entity environment. The Interim Financial Controller will work closely with the Finance Director and senior leadership team to ensure robust financial governance, clear performance insight, and delivery of key finance initiatives. The assignment requires a hands-on, delivery-focused interim who can quickly establish control, build credibility with stakeholders, and add value from day one. Key Responsibilities Financial Control & Governance Own and maintain a strong financial control environment, ensuring...

Temporary Assistant Accountant We are currently recruiting for a Temporary Assistant Accountant to join our client during a particularly busy period. This is a 6-month temporary role with an immediate start, ideal for someone who can hit the ground running and really get stuck into the accounts function. The Role This is a hands-on position with a strong focus on core finance tasks, including but not limited to: Month-end close support Balance sheet reconciliations Journal postings Supporting the wider accounts department with ad-hoc duties as required There's plenty to get your teeth into, making this a great opportunity for someone who enjoys being busy and adding real value. Working Pattern Initially 5 days per week in the office After a few months (once fully trained and confident with the systems), the role will move to hybrid working: 3 days in the office, 2 days from home About You We're looking for someone who: Has strong month-end and balance sheet...

Senior Financial Accountant Start: ASAP Duration: 3 months with possibility of extension Location: Hybrid (expected on‑site presence as required) Role Overview The Surrey Pension Fund is seeking an experienced Senior Financial Accountant to provide high‑calibre financial leadership during a key period. You will take operational ownership of fund accounting, reporting, controls, budgeting and senior stakeholder engagement, ensuring business‑as‑usual continuity and supporting the year‑end cycle. This is a hands‑on, delivery‑focused assignment ideal for a seasoned contractor with strong LGPS/public‑sector pensions finance experience. Key Deliverables You will lead and deliver: Financial Controls & Governance - ensure robust reconciliations, controls, compliance and risk management. Budgeting & Forecasting - manage the Surrey Pension Team budget and Fund forecasts. Cashflow & Banking Operations - oversee all income, banking transactions, allocations...

About the Role We are looking for an experienced and customer-focused Council Tax Officer to join our Revenues & Benefits team. You will play a key role in the accurate administration and collection of Council Tax, helping to deliver an efficient, fair, and responsive service to our residents. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with local authority Council Tax experience who is confident using Academy Systems and understands the importance of balancing income collection with high-quality customer care. Key Responsibilities * Administer Council Tax accounts, including liability, discounts, exemptions, premiums, and reliefs * Process changes of circumstance and maintain accurate Council Tax records * Issue bills, adjustments, reminders, final notices, and statutory correspondence * Provide clear and professional advice to customers via telephone, email, correspondence, and face-to-face where required * Support the recovery...