8 education jobs found in London Borough of Barking and Dagenham

Interim Financial Accounting Lead (9-Month Contract) Location: University Campus (Hybrid Working Available) We are seeking an experienced Interim Financial Accounting Lead to support a leading university through a critical financial reporting period. This is a high-impact role offering the opportunity to work within a complex, multi-entity academic environment and play a key part in delivering a smooth and compliant year-end process. The Role You will lead and coordinate the university's year-end financial reporting process, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery. You will work closely with Finance, Research, Faculties, and external auditors to strengthen controls, resolve technical accounting matters, and support the production of statutory accounts. Key Responsibilities Lead the preparation and delivery of year-end financial statements in line with relevant accounting standards (e.g., FRS 102 / SORP). Manage and coordinate the year-end timetable across...

Our client has a temporary position for a full time Research Monitoring and Claims Accountant, initially expected to last 3 months. The role is hybrid working with 2 days per week in the office. You will need to be CCAB or CIMA Qualified Accountant with experience in a large complex organisation or higher education institution. You will be responsible for post award research, consultancy and large project accounting. This will include the production of all invoices and claims, preparing for and dealing with contract audits, reviewing contract progress and highlighting variances and issues. You will also assist with the financial budgeting and forecasting of research, consultancy and large project income and expenditure. You will be responsible for ensuring that the staff reporting into this post are customer focused and that they follow the principals of “enabling”, “delivering” and “assuring” in their day to day duties. You will be responsible for assisting in evaluating and...

Morgan McKinley is looking for an experienced, part-qualified Management Accountant to work for a company based in the Redhill - Reigate, Surrey area. This is a varied Management Accountant job opportunity to start ASAP on a 12-month fixed-term contract. Support the finance function with month end journals, reconciliations, monthly management accounts, and reporting. Salary: up to £48K Duration: 12 months Location: Hybrid working Management Accountant duties: Preparation of monthly management accounts Oversee the general ledgers Cost analysis Producing financial reports, providing insights and commentary Balance sheet reconciliationsSkills and experience: Experience working in a similar Management Accountant role AAT qualified and ideally Part qualified ACCA / CIMA studier Excellent verbal and written communication skills Good IT skills using ERP systems Attention to detail and numeracy skills

Treasury & Accountant Manager Location: Runnymede Civic Centre, Station Road, Addlestone, KT152AH Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 6+ Months Working Hours: 37 hours per week (Hybrid – 3 days in the office, 2 days remote) Pay Rate: £300.00 Per Day Job Reference: OR24750 Job Responsibilities Manage the Council’s treasury operations in line with approved treasury policies and procedures. Monitor and maintain the Council’s cash flow, including short- and medium-term cash forecasting. Manage cash surpluses and investments in accordance with approved strategies. Maintain effective banking arrangements, banking mandates, and relationships with financial institutions. Liaise with treasury advisors and monitor credit limits and financial risks. Administer and maintain the Treasury Management System to ensure accurate and up-to-date records. Prepare treasury management reports and provide financial information to senior management and committees. Reconcile income and...

Finance Assistant - Immediate Start! Are you ready to dive into the world of finance? Our client, located in the heart of High Wycombe, is on the lookout for a dedicated Finance Assistant to join their dynamic team on a temporary basis. If you have a passion for numbers and a keen eye for detail, this could be the perfect opportunity for you! Position: Finance Assistant Location: High Wycombe Duration: Minimum of 1 month Hours: 8.45 - 5.00 Full-time, Monday to Friday (100% office-based) Parking: On-site parking available Why Join Us? Friendly Atmosphere: Be part of a supportive temp team that is always here to help! Weekly Pay: Enjoy the benefit of weekly pay - no more waiting for that monthly payday! Holiday Pay: Earn holiday pay on top of your hourly rate. Flexibility: While this role is office-based, you have the chance to manage your availability.Key Responsibilities: As a Finance Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the finance department by managing...

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...

Finance Assistant Location: Ashford Salary: £15 per hour Contract Type: Temporary to permanent Start Date: ASAP Working Hours: Full-time, Monday–Friday, On-site Are you an experienced Finance Assistant looking for your next opportunity? Our client seeks a proactive and detail-oriented professional to support their finance team on a temporary - permanent basis. If you have strong Excel skills and can confidently handle manual spreadsheets, this could be your perfect role. Key Responsibilities: * Processing invoices and reconciliations * Managing heavily manual spreadsheets * Handling cash book transactions (advantageous) * Supporting the accounts team with purchase ledger tasks and credit control * Utilising Excel for financial data and reconciliations * Ensuring accuracy and efficiency in financial records Requirements: * A couple of years’ experience in Finance or a similar role * Strong Excel skills * Knowledge of accounts and reconciliations *...

Finance Project Manager   Location: West Street, Chichester, PO191RG Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 6+ Months Working Hours: 37 hours per week Pay Rate: £ 543.28 Per Day Job Reference: OR24898 Job Responsibilities Lead a range of strategic finance projects supporting the development of the new Authority. Work closely with the Interim Strategic Finance Lead to support key financial priorities and programme delivery. Ensure financial strategies, policies, systems, and processes align with the Authority’s Implementation Strategy. Manage project risks, dependencies, and timelines to ensure high-quality and transparent delivery. Lead projects to negotiate and implement Service Level Agreements (SLAs) with constituent councils for finance services including: General Ledger Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable Banking and Treasury functions Lead projects to determine and implement the financial implications of transferring services from existing organisations to the...