12 education jobs found in London Borough of Merton

Interim Year-End Consultant (9-Month Contract) Location: University Campus (Hybrid Working Available) We are seeking an experienced Interim Year-End Consultant 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 multiple...

The Accounts Receivable Specialist will play a key role in managing the accounting and finance operations within a busy, exciting organisation. This temporary role based in London focuses on ensuring efficient processing of receivables and maintaining accurate financial records. Client Details Our client is a privately owned organisation operating within the international education space, supporting students who choose to study outside their home country. The business works across multiple regions and collaborates with a wide network of partners to deliver programmes and student-related services. It has a commercial, fast-paced environment with centralised finance and operational teams supporting global activity. Description The key responsibilities of this Interim Accounts Receivable Specialist will be: Checking and posting customer receipts Performing regular bank reconciliations Managing debtor reporting and aged debt analysis Completing balance sheet reconciliations...

We have an immediate long term temporary requirement for a motivated and enthusiastic Project Controller - for a leading renewable energy organisation. Responsibilities & Tasks The following main tasks are in the responsibility of the Project Controller: Prepare the month end with the Project control team; Prepare and check third party cost accruals Run the time writing reports and cross check the data with the team list Prepare accruals for time writing Send approved hours to the joint venture controller for invoicing Prepare and analyse monthly results and update the monthly board reporting slides Prepare the cash flow plan and quarterly forecasts for the project legal entities Facilitate monthly calls with package leads to update the rolling monthly forecast Monthly balance sheet reconciliations for capitalised expenditure Assist in preparation of the quarterly budget updates with the project control team Support the financial controlling department with...

Morgan McKinley are supporting a PE Backed international education business in London seeking an immediately available Accounts Payable Officer to join on an ongoing interim contract. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated finance professional to join a fast-growing organisation that values innovation and service excellence. This role is paying £150 - £200 a day doe with hybrid working available. Key Responsibilities Handle the full AP cycle, including processing invoices, intercompany transactions, and employee expense claims. Prepare regular and ad-hoc payments via e-banking platforms, including multi-currency transactions. Post payment and FX clearing journals, assist with monthly closings, bank reconciliations, and AP balance sheet reconciliations. Manage communication with internal and external stakeholders through dedicated mailboxes and resolve invoice or payment discrepancies. Suggest and implement new technologies to streamline AP procedures and assist in...

Morgan McKinley are supporting a well-established Education business during an important period of development and are seeking an experienced Senior Finance Assistant for an interim role. This is a hands-on, delivery-focused position suited to someone who can step in quickly, maintain a strong control environment, and operate confidently within a busy London finance team. This role is paying £19 - £20 per hour doe on a temp-to-perm basis with hybrid working available. Responsibilities Manage and process day-to-day transactional accounting, including purchase ledger, sales ledger, and staff expenses. Own balance sheet reconciliations, including bank, credit card, and key balance sheet accounts. Support month-end close by preparing and posting journals, specifically focusing on accruals and prepayments. Drive process automation, identifying opportunities to improve accounting efficiency and streamline systems. Produce weekly payment runs for suppliers and employee expense...

Location: Hybrid/Kings Hill, Kent  Salary/package: £25,000 to £29,000 FTE Contract type: Up to 12-month contract Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week  This is an up to 12-month contract opportunity to cover maternity leave. This is an exciting opportunity to join HRConnect as a Control Team Assistant and grow your payroll experience within a role where your attention to detail directly supports a seamless, compliant payroll service for a wide and diverse workforce.   Who we are   HR Connect, part of the Commercial Services Group (CSG) provide a full range of HR and payroll services to schools, academies and public sector organisations, combining professionalism, efficiency and a people-first approach.  Why this role matters   The Control Team Assistant will play a key role in accurately processing and reconciling multiple payrolls, each month, to ensure full compliance with statutory and organisational requirements. The role supports timely and correct employee payments while...

Senior Accountant Location: Hampshire Contract: Temporary (6-months initial) Salary: £27.37 per hour umbrella // £24.60 per hour PAYE Inclusive // £21.95 per hour PAYE Exclusive Start Date: ASAP Contact: (url removed) Job Description Service Care Solutions are recruiting on behalf of a local authority in Hampshire for a Senior Accountant to join the team on a temporary basis. The postholder will be required to work with the Group Accountant in the Children, Families and Education Finance Team. Key Responsibilities Preparation, monitoring and closing of revenue cand capital budgets. Provision of financial advice to Directorate and to schools. Interpreting and implementing government guidance and initiatives and complying with grant conditions. Completing statutory returns and supporting high profile projects. Providing reliable financial service to the Directorate and Maintained Schools, supporting operational delivery and strategic decision making.Candidate Criteria...

Our client has a temporary position for a part time Research Monitoring and Claims Accountant, initialy expected to last 2 months. You will be working 22.5 hours per week, 4.5hrs per day worked Monday to Friday and is office based. This is a finance administrative support role within the team that will include the production of invoices and claims, the collation of evidence (e.g. signed timesheets, supporting documentation etc.) and other key operational support, especially where these are in relation to audit requirements set by customers and sponsors. * Liaise with the project manager to determine if deliverables have been met and if financial milestones can be invoiced on a timely basis. * Calculation and preparing claims in advance of announced deadlines and referring to the agreement and any underlying terms and conditions as appropriate. * Review all project financial transactions on a regular basis to identify any items that are unallowable and report these to the...

This is an exciting opportunity for a Finance Analyst to contribute to the Accounting & Finance department within the professional services industry. The role requires a detail-oriented individual to support financial processes and provide valuable insights for decision-making. Client Details This role is with a well-established organisation in the professional services industry. The company operates as a small-sized entity and is known for its focus on delivering quality services and maintaining a professional work environment. Description · Reconciling customer accounts and billing · Month End Journals · Management Accounts preparation · Variance analysis and reporting · Preparation of daily, weekly and monthly MI for stakeholders · Balance Sheet Reconciliations · Intercompany Reconciliations · Assisting with statutory audit Profile A successful Finance Analyst should have: A strong educational background in accounting, finance, or a related field. Proficiency...

Job Title: Payroll Specialist 📍 Location: Harrow, West London (Fully Office-Based) 📅 Contract: 11-Month Fixed-Term Contract 💷 Salary: Up to £32,000 per annum About the Role A leading international bank is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Payroll Specialist to join its Human Resources team in London. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic environment supporting both local and expatriate payroll operations. This role is critical in ensuring the accurate and compliant processing of payroll, overseeing tax returns, time and attendance systems, and supporting broader HR administrative functions. Key Responsibilities Payroll Processing: Process monthly payroll via ADP, including P11D, P60s, and statutory returns. Reconcile payroll data with pension files and general ledger (GL). Handle queries related to employee pay, loans, and benefits. Manage season ticket loans and manual payments in conjunction with the Operations team. Assist expatriate staff...

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...

Position: Payroll Supervisor Type: Contract, Hybrid Duration: 4 Months Industry: Advanced Manufacturing Location: Buckinghamshire Rate: £400 -£450/day (Inside IR35 PAYE Umbrella) Job Role – Payroll Supervisor Reporting to the Finance Manager the Payroll Supervisor oversees the accurate and timely processing of payroll across multiple sites within a large corporate environment Duties – Payroll Supervisor • Supervise end-to-end payroll processing for multi-site operations • Review and approve payroll calculations, adjustments, and off-cycle payments • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations • Manage payroll calendars and ensure timely payroll execution • Resolve complex payroll issues, discrepancies, and employee inquiries • Maintain payroll documentation, controls, and standard operating procedures Experience/Qualifications – Assembly Technician (Electronics) • Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or related field (or...