13 education jobs found

If you'd like to work in a Purchase Ledger role in an education based environment with a friendly team, this could be the role for you. This long term temp role is paying the equivalent of an annual salary of £27,300 to £29,250 and comes with holiday pay, pension, free parking, onsite canteen and coffee shop. About The Purchase Ledger Role: Working as part of a small team, you will be dealing with purchase invoices with a focus on solving queries and discrepancies Duties will include: Reviewing and processing purchase invoices Matching and posting to the system Dealing with high value invoices for a variety of services and contracts across the business Liaising with the other contacts on price or quantity discrepancies Providing general support across the team as needed We would LOVE to hear from you if you have the following skills and experience: Experience in a similar Purchase Ledger or Accounts Assistant with good Purchase Ledger experience Confident dealing with a...

Management Accountant – Exciting Opportunity to Support the Business during Transformation Are you a proactive and detail-oriented finance professional ready to make a significant impact within a dynamic and growing organisation? We are seeking an experiened Management Accountant to join a close-knit, stable team during a pivotal period of change and expansion. You will be supporting the Financical Controller. with the production of management accounts for multiple entities. If you have a hands-on approach, enjoy working in a collaborative team, then this is the perfect opportunity to use your expertise and help steer a business through an exciting transformation. What You’ll Need to Succeed: Proven experience in management accounting, including preparing and closing off monthly and quarterly accounts Strong knowledge of end-to-end financial processes: cash books, accounts payable/receivable, accruals, prepayments, fixed assets Familiarity with management accounting practices,...

Join Our Team as a Temporary Finance Officer! Are you ready to make a difference in the world of education recruitment? Our innovative platform connects schools, education professionals, and agencies, streamlining the recruitment process and saving time and money for schools. We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Finance Officer to join our dynamic team in Ruthin! Position: Temporary Finance Officer Contract Type: Temporary Hours: 35 hours per week (exact hours TBC) Start Date: ASAP (Ongoing) Pay Rate: £20.60 to £21.22 per hour Your Role: As a Finance Officer, you will play a crucial role in supporting the Trust Finance Manager with a variety of financial processes. Your expertise will ensure the accurate, efficient, and timely handling of transactions and reporting. Here's a snapshot of what you'll be doing: Transaction Management: - Process routine data input and journal entries into the finance system.- Raise purchase orders and scrutinise invoices as per the...

Finance Officer (Maternity Cover – 12 to 14 Months) Location: London SE4 Salary: £37,509 – £38,637 per annum Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week, 52 weeks per year Start Date: 5 January 2025 (earlier start possible) Contract: Fixed-Term (Maternity Cover: 12–14 months) A Multi-Academy Trust in London SE4 is seeking an experienced Finance Officer to join its central finance team on a maternity cover contract. This is a key role within a school environment, supporting both central and local finance operations, including accounts payable, payroll, budget monitoring, and financial reporting. This role offers the opportunity to work across a variety of school and MAT finance activities, supporting staff, suppliers, parents, and budget holders to ensure smooth financial processes. Key Responsibilities * Process financial transactions, journals, and reconciliations in the finance system. * Raise purchase orders and process invoices in line with Trust financial...

Chief Accountant Location: Civic Offices, 2 Watling Street, Bexleyheath, DA6 7AT Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 6+ Months Working Hours: Mon – Fri, 09:00 – 17:00, 37 Hours per week Pay Rate: £ 71.77 Per Hour Job Ref: OR18145 Job Responsibilities Oversee the creation of the Council's accounts. Act as the main expert on financial accounting rules and advise the Council's finance officer. Maintain the Council's financial control system, ensuring regular reconciliations. Communicate and manage relationships with External Auditors. Handle year-end capital and asset accounting processes. Provide financial accounting advice to support decision-making and financial modeling. Complete VAT returns and offer corporate advice on VAT matters. Have overall responsibility for the Balance Sheet. Manage improvements in the Council's financial systems and reporting. Person Specifications Must Have CCAB qualification. Ability to work in a hybrid setting, with office...

We are seeking an experienced Interim Finance Manager to join our central finance function and support the delivery of high-quality financial services across the organisation. This role involves managing finance staff, overseeing finance activities completed both centrally and within local sites, and ensuring all processes meet organisational policies and regulatory requirements. This is a 6-month contract to start in Jan. Key tasks: - You will be responsible for overseeing procurement activity, ensuring best value from suppliers and maintaining compliance with the Finance Policy. The role includes preparing accurate and timely monthly management accounts, modelling payroll and non-pay expenditure, and meeting regularly with budget holders to support informed decision-making. - The successful candidate will maintain strong financial controls, including supplier management, fraud-reduction checks, IR35 due diligence, debtor and creditor oversight, and the upkeep of the...

Finance Assistant Location: West Street, Chichester, PO191RG Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 4+ Months Working Hours: Mon – Fri, 09:00 – 17:00, 37 Hours per week Pay Rate: £13.26 Per Hour Job Ref: OR17901 Job Responsibilities Assist with financial administration in the Operational Finance Team. Ensure data accuracy and timely maintenance on core accounting systems. Perform financial processing and reconciliations. Maintain core financial systems. Person Specifications Must Have: Experience in Oracle Fusion processing. Ability to work in a hybrid setting, with some days in the office. Nice to Have: Experience in financial administration within a council or public sector setting. DISCLAIMER: By applying for this vacancy, you consent to your personal information being shared with our client and any relevant third parties we engage with, for the purpose of assessing your suitability specific organizations or hirers to whom you do not wish your details to be...

Senior Housing Benefits Officer – North London  Hybrid Working £30 per hour (Umbrella) 3–6 Month Ongoing Contract Are you an experienced Housing Benefits professional ready to step into a high-impact role within a fast-paced and evolving environment? This North London local authority is seeking a Senior Housing Benefits Officer to join their team and support vulnerable residents across the borough. About the Role Against a backdrop of continually changing regulation and guidance, you will play a key role in delivering a high-performing, customer-centred financial assessment service. You’ll help manage a team responsible for providing financial assistance towards rent, Council Tax, and social care costs for approximately 21,000 households — representing 1 in 5 of the borough’s most vulnerable residents. Your work will directly contribute to the council’s Use of Resources Assessment and their overall Comprehensive Performance Assessment (CPA) score, ensuring the service...

Job title: Tax Manager Location: Welwyn Garden City/Hybrid Duration: 6 months initially We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention. The role: We are seeking a proactive and commercially astute Tax Manager to serve as a key advisor to our UK and Ireland businesses. Reporting to the UK&I Tax Director, you will be instrumental in navigating the tax landscape across the UK and Ireland, ensuring robust compliance while actively collaborating with our businesses to drive value, find opportunities and support critical initiatives. Responsibilities: Business Partnering & Advisory: Partner with the UK&I Tax Director to provide expert tax guidance and strategic support to the UK&I businesses and the wider organization, acting as a...

Location: London Contract Type: Temporary (via agency) Duration: 3-6 months Day Rate: £350 per day Start Date: ASAP About the Role We are looking for an experienced Accountant to provide interim financial support within the Children's Social Care Division of a London local authority. This is a key role ensuring robust financial management during a period of transition and change. You will work closely with service managers and finance colleagues to deliver accurate reporting, budget monitoring, and financial advice that supports critical services for children and families. Key Responsibilities Oversee budget monitoring and forecasting for Children's Social Care services. Produce timely and accurate financial reports for senior stakeholders. Support year-end processes and ensure compliance with local authority financial regulations. Provide financial analysis to identify cost pressures and savings opportunities. Act as a trusted advisor to operational teams on financial...

Job Specification: Temporary Accounts Assistant Overview: Our client is recruiting a Temporary Accounts Assistant to support the finance team during the migration to a new accounting system. This is a challenging role that requires a methodical thinker with experience working with complex or difficult computer systems. The position is based in Bromsgrove and pays £14 per hour. Key Responsibilities: Assist with data migration between accounting systems Carry out account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies Support general bookkeeping and financial administration Maintain accurate and organised financial records Work closely with the finance team to ensure a smooth system transitionRequirements: Previous experience in an accounts or finance support role Methodical approach with strong attention to detail Confidence working with challenging or unfamiliar computer systems Good understanding of basic accounting processes Strong Excel skills; experience with accounting...

Role Title: Finance Operations Support Duration: 3 Month initial Contract Location: Telford, Hybrid 2 days per week onsite Rate: up to £163.81 p/d Umbrella inside IR35 Role purpose / summary In this role, you will be working to support the finance & wider business operations to run effectively & efficiently, whilst being on the lookout for process improvement Key Skills/ requirements Support the day-to-day operational activities including monthly financial reporting, control and governance Reconcile third party charges, working with wider teams such as PMO, Ecosystem and suppliers to investigate and resolve discrepancies while ensuring payment terms are met. Support the client invoicing process, resolving issues that may prevent billing Produce weekly timesheet reports and communicate discrepancies to wider teams, working to resolve issues promptly. Provide balance sheet management including balance sheet reconciliations and support audit reviews. Create and set up...

Tax knowledge is essential for this 15-month interim contract with an internationally known manufacturer. Candidates should hold the relevant accounting or tax qualifications. THE BENEFITS: £40,000 - £60,000 (depending on experience) plus a variety of generous benefits including hybrid working. The role may be undertaken on a 5- or 4-day working week. THE ROLE: This is an interim contract of 15 months duration and can be undertaken on a 5- or 4-day working week. Tax knowledge is essential. A full and detailed job description is available. The role is open to candidates with experience from either industry or practice. THE CANDIDATE: The successful applicant will be a qualified ACA/ATT/ACCA (or equivalent) accountant who has the availability to provide cover for a period of 15 months. Ideally the successful candidate will be able to start December 2025/January 2026. Tax knowledge is essential as is the ability to work collaboratively with an existing friendly and welcoming...