33 jobs found in Maidstone

Interim Lead Finance Business Partner (Education) A Local Authority is seeking a highly capable Lead Finance Business Partner to provide senior-level financial leadership, strategic support and business partnering across one of its key Directorates on an Interim basis. You will act as the lead point of contact for senior managers within the Directorate, providing expert financial insight, challenge, and advice while coordinating a finance team supporting revenue, capital and transformation activities. What's on offer Day rate: £430 - £600 per day Hybrid working Full-time 36 Hours Initial contract: 3 - 6 Months About the role As Lead Finance Business Partner, you will work alongside Senior Management and budget managers to deliver strategic financial support across a complex service division. You will translate complex financial information to non-finance stakeholders, challenge service leads constructively, and ensure the Directorate meets all financial policies, statutory...

Join Our Client's Team as an AVP - Leveraged Finance and JV Administrator! Are you ready to take your career to the next level? Our client, one of the largest financial institutions headquartered in Japan, is seeking a talented AVP - Leveraged Finance and JV Administrator to join their Specialised Products Department in London. This is an exciting opportunity for you to work with dynamic joint venture programmes that are integral to the organisation's growth! Position Details: Role: AVP - Leveraged Finance and JV Administrator Location: London/Hybrid (Office 2-3 days a week) Contract Type: 6 months Annual Salary: Day rate from £300 (via Umbrella Company, dependent on experience) Working Pattern: Full Time, Monday to Friday, standard office hours Why This Role Matters: In this pivotal role, you will be a key player in managing Leveraged Finance and Net Value Asset (NAV) joint venture programmes with external Private Equity Funds. Your expertise will directly contribute to the...

Assistant Finance Business Partner (Temporary) Hourly Rate: £18.99 Contract Length: 6 months (possible extension) Working Pattern: Full Time Monday - Friday 36 hours per week Key Responsibilities: Support budget holders in managing their budgets and forecasting responsibilities. Deliver day-to-day advice and assistance to help budget holders effectively manage their resources. Produce timely and accurate financial and management information as required. Ensure accurate accrual and commitment data is maintained, facilitating the production of financial reports and accounts. Assist with ad hoc queries and conduct financial analysis using large data sets to produce concise reports for decision-making.Experience: A team player with a proven ability to deliver on team objectives. Strong communication and customer service skills, with a focus on stakeholder engagement. Current experience in a Finance Department, providing support to budget holders with accurate financial...

A well-established and reputable organisation based near Haymarket in Central London is looking for a Senior Finance Business Partner to join their finance team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially focused finance professional who wants to shape strategic decisions and make a real impact on business performance. The role offers a competitive salary of up to £75,000, along with a strong benefits package. Key Responsibilities As the Senior Finance Business Partner, you will: Provide strategic financial insight to support commercial and operational decisions Lead budgeting, forecasting and business planning cycles Analyse financial performance, highlighting trends, variances and opportunities Work closely with commercial and operational teams to deliver meaningful financial guidance Prepare management reports, dashboards and KPIs Support senior leaders in assessing investment proposals and wider initiatives Present complex financial...

An exciting opportunity has arisen within an international bank for and experienced Business Development Manager to join a growing team. Your responsibilities will involve: * Identifying new opportunities aligned with the approved risk appetite in trade finance, treasury and loans syndication * Developing and expanding trade finance lines of business, including discounting of trade finance instruments and risk participation with other banks * Managing the processes related to L/C’s, including liaising with potential confirming banks and maximising pricing * Creating marketing plans for countries and financial institutions to enhance business growth * Managing the bank’s exposures within approved limits Your experience must include: * Strong proven trade finance and FI business development and relationship management experience gained within banking * Excellent communication & presentation skills * Arabic language skills would be advantageous * This...

Strategic Finance Business Partner - Housing Revenue Account (HRA) A Local Authority in West London is seeking an experienced Strategic Finance Business Partner to take a leading role in managing the revenue side of the Housing Revenue Account (HRA). This is a pivotal appointment at a critical time for the Council, and prior HRA experience is essential. You will provide high-level financial leadership, strategic planning support and robust business partnering to senior officers, Members and service leads, ensuring strong financial stewardship and long-term sustainability of the HRA. What's on offer £430 - £600 per day, Inside IR35 Hybrid working - minimum 1 day per week in the office Interim 3-6 month initial contract Full-time, 36 hours per weekAbout the role The successful candidate will take ownership of the HRA revenue budget, working alongside finance colleagues, capital programme leads, and service managers to maintain and update the HRA 30-Year Business Plan ahead of...

Job Title: Deputyship Finance Officer - Adult services Team: Corporate Finance Hub – Deputyship Service Location: EN1 3ES (Flexible remote work available once criteria for independent work are met) Salary: £25 UMBRELLA per hour (19 PAYE) Contract Type: Full time, initially 3 months About the Role Are you passionate about supporting vulnerable adults and making a tangible difference in your community? Enfield Council is looking for a dedicated Deputyship Finance Officer to join their Corporate Finance Hub – Deputyship Service. In this role, you will manage the finances of adults who are unable to manage their own affairs, ensuring their independence is promoted and their best interests are protected. You will have responsibility for a caseload of deputyship and appointeeship clients, working closely with internal teams, support workers, and external agencies. Key Responsibilities Manage your own caseload of deputyship and appointeeship clients, ensuring all actions are...

Job Title – Lead Finance Business Partner (Education Service) Location – West London, Hybrid Rate - £600 Per Day Umbrella Contract – 3-month contract, potential for extension We're looking for a proactive Finance Business Partner to join a well-established organization and play a key role in driving financial planning, analysis, and project oversight. You'll support managers, lead on capex and forecasting activity, and provide clear financial insight to improve performance and decision-making. Role Purpose Act as the go-to finance partner for managers across the organisation. Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning. Ensure projects, spending, and financial decisions are controlled, accurate, and well-advised.Role Responsibilities Lead budgeting and forecasting cycles, providing clear insight into performance. Manage project accounting, ensuring spend is tracked, approved, and reported correctly. Analyse financial data and create reports that support...

Finance Manager Location: Civic Centre, AL1 3JE Start Date: ASAP Contract Duration: 3+ months Working Hours: Mon – Fri, 09:00 – 17:00, 37 Hours per week Pay Rate: £26.13 Per Hour Job Ref: (phone number removed) Job Responsibilities Prepare comprehensive financial statements. Manage and use finance systems, preferably Integra. Ensure compliance with financial regulations and standards. Collaborate with various departments for financial planning and analysis. Oversee financial controls and procedures. Person Specifications Must Have Experience in producing full statement of accounts. Partly or fully qualified accountant. Eligibility to work in the UK. Nice to Have Experience with Integra finance systems. Experience working in local authorities. 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...

Maidstone / Remote - Must be based in Kent £27,713 per annum (£14.40 per hour) + Holiday Pay Full-time | 37 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 9:00 am - 5:30 pm) Are you detail-oriented, organised, and confident working with financial data? We're looking for an Accounts Administrator to join a busy finance team supporting a range of financial operations and supplier activities. This role offers full training and the opportunity to work remotely once onboarding is complete. Key Responsibilities Control: Set up and amend supplier and vendor accounts Handle supplier and customer queries Manage AR customer set-ups Raise and cancel AR invoices Investigate and resolve AR-related queriesAccounts Payable: Process invoices linked to purchase orders and non-PO invoices Manage workload efficiently through a ticketing system (ServiceNow)What We're Looking For Proven experience in high-volume data entry within a finance environment Working knowledge of financial systems (e.g. Oracle,...

Financial Accountant (Immediate start – Contract) | £250 - £275 per day (umbrella) | West Malling, Kent (1 day WFH)   A successful and growing organisation is seeking a Financial Accountant to join their central finance function on a contract basis.   Responsibilities Take ownership of balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and compliance across all accounts. Manage stock reconciliation processes, validating data between internal systems and ERP platforms. Support the month-end and year-end reporting cycles, producing high-quality financial information for internal and external stakeholders. Ensure statutory, legal and group reporting requirements are met in line with relevant deadlines. Act as a key contact for both internal and external audit teams. Provide financial insight and analysis to senior management when required. Assist with additional projects, reporting tasks and ad-hoc finance initiatives across the department.  Skills & Experience Newly qualified or...

Job Title: Senior Buyer - Temp to Perm! Location: Paddock Wood Pay: £19.00 - £21.95 per hour / Upto 40k salary once permanent Contract Details: Full-Time | Temp to Perm Responsibilities: Join our client's Purchasing Department as a Senior Buyer and play a pivotal role in ensuring the company's purchasing requirements are met with precision! 🌟 Your key responsibilities will include: Collaborating with the purchasing team to ensure timely project completion. Covering day-to-day purchasing duties in the absence of the Supply Chain Manager. Assisting in annual budget preparations and providing valuable insights on capital expenditures. Overseeing the materials requirement plan for accuracy and timeliness. analysing market conditions and managing stock levels effectively. Meeting and assessing suppliers, negotiating contract terms, and conducting site visits. Maintaining strong relationships with existing suppliers and mentoring junior team members. Securing long-term cost...

Business Analyst Location: Bromley, Kent Salary: up to £63,000 This is a 12 Month Fixed Term Contract As a Business Analyst you will be joining our Business Solutions Team. Business Solutions is responsible for facilitating the technology needs of multiple business lines in support of the Foresters Financial strategic goals, visions, and values. You will work closely with key stakeholders to gather customer requirements, translate them into clear requirements documents, write compelling business cases and proposals, and implement those approved and prioritized by the business to deliver cost-effective solutions. You need to be detail oriented, yet able to see the big picture and work with the overall business, both in the day to day and at management levels, to drive a strategy which optimizes the business. Key Responsibilities * Collaborate with stakeholders to find alternatives and solutions to business challenges. * Seek out systems solutions that can be leveraged to...

Housing Asset Management Strategy Consultant Outside IR35 | Local Authority We are working with a London local authority that needs an experienced Housing Asset Management professional to develop a new strategic approach to its housing stock. The HRA is in good shape and a tenancy strategy is already in place, but the organisation now requires a clear, evidence-based Asset Management Strategy. The consultant will provide independent advice and work closely with senior leaders, primarily reporting to the Assistant Director for Housing. The role involves reviewing the current position, completing a gap analysis, assessing risks and opportunities, and setting out practical recommendations for the next decade. This includes advising on decarbonisation and retrofit planning, the use of emerging technologies, and the best way to integrate stock condition data, which is currently around 37 percent complete. Candidates should have a strong asset management background at a senior level,...

Business Analyst - MiFID II Product Governance Daily Rate: £500 - £600 (inside IR35 via umbrella) Contract Length: 12 months initially Location: Hybrid working model - 3 days pw in Canary Wharf is essential. About the Role: Our client is seeking a seasoned Business Analyst to join their Markets programme Execution & Transformation team for a critical project focused on enhancing the MiFID II Product Governance framework. This is a fantastic opportunity for a professional with extensive experience in investment banking and regulatory frameworks to contribute to significant improvements in product governance. Key Responsibilities: Gather and analyse business requirements, collaborating with legal and compliance teams to ensure thorough understanding of regulatory mandates. Conduct gap analysis to assess current solutions against required enhancements and propose viable solutions. Document changes or define new governance and reporting structures to enhance business-as-usual...

Business Analyst - MiFID II Product Governance Daily Rate: £500 - £600 (inside IR35 via umbrella) Contract Length: 12 months initially Location: Hybrid working model - 3 days pw in Canary Wharf is essential. About the Role: Our client is seeking a seasoned Business Analyst to join their Markets programme Execution & Transformation team for a critical project focused on enhancing the MiFID II Product Governance framework. This is a fantastic opportunity for a professional with extensive experience in investment banking and regulatory frameworks to contribute to significant improvements in product governance. Key Responsibilities: Gather and analyse business requirements, collaborating with legal and compliance teams to ensure thorough understanding of regulatory mandates. Conduct gap analysis to assess current solutions against required enhancements and propose viable solutions. Document changes or define new governance and reporting structures to enhance business-as-usual...

Excellent opportunity for anyone with fluent MANDARIN and CORPORATE BANKING background who is looking for their next step in the financial services sector. This organisation is a global player, and the Credit Risk team is growing and looking for someone who will support this growth. You will need to have relevant Credit risk experience and have worked with corporate clients and have the ability to produce risk analysis reports in both Mandarin Chinese and English. There are excellent career opportunities for the right person. Job Title BANKING Credit Analyst with Mandarin Location City of London Work style: 100% office based Sector : Banking and financial services Languages : Fluent Mandarin and English Salary: (phone number removed) Company details: Global bank with significant Chinese clients and interests. Key Responsibilities Provide comprehensive credit analysis and administrative support to Corporate Banking and Financial Institutions teams. Prepare high-quality...

Excellent opportunity for anyone with fluent MANDARIN and CORPORATE BANKING background who is looking for their next step in the financial services sector. This organisation is a global player, and the Credit Risk team is growing and looking for someone who will support this growth. You will need to have relevant Credit risk experience and have worked with corporate clients and have the ability to produce risk analysis reports in both Mandarin Chinese and English. There are excellent career opportunities for the right person. Job Title BANKING Credit Analyst with Mandarin-FTC Location City of London Work style: 100% office based Sector : Banking and financial services Languages : Fluent Mandarin and English Salary: (phone number removed) Company details: Global bank with significant Chinese clients and interests. Key Responsibilities Provide comprehensive credit analysis and administrative support to Corporate Banking and Financial Institutions teams. Prepare...

AI Evangelist - Inside IR35 - Hybrid Role Overview The Senior AI Evangelist plays a pivotal hands-on role in shaping and driving the responsible adoption of Artificial Intelligence across the organization. This position bridges the gap between cutting-edge AI technologies and real-world financial business needs, influencing both strategy and execution. The role requires deep technical expertise, exceptional communication skills, and a passion for translating AI innovation into meaningful business impact across investment banking, trading, insurance, and broader financial ecosystems. Key Responsibilities - Evangelism & Strategy Solution Innovation: Build and demonstrate AI-powered solutions tailored to financial applications, including use cases in investment banking, trading, and insurance. AI Storytelling: Translate complex AI concepts into clear, actionable business value for both technical and non-technical stakeholders, including executive leadership. Education &...

Your New Company A leading property management firm renowned for its commitment to operational excellence and client satisfaction is seeking a Qualified Senior Management Accountant to join its finance team. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a dynamic, portfolio-driven environment that oversees high-profile residential and commercial properties across the UK. The role is offered on a hybrid basis, with the office located in Central London, and reports directly to the Senior Finance Manager. Your New Role As a Senior Management Accountant, you will play a key role in supporting the financial performance of the business through accurate reporting, insightful analysis, and robust financial controls. Your responsibilities will include: Preparing monthly management accounts, including variance analysis and commentary tailored to property portfolios and service charge accountsBusiness partnering with property managers and asset teams to provide financial insight and support...