6 jobs found in Wickford

Strategy Education are working with a further education college who are recruiting for the following: Assistant Finance Officer immediate start till 26th March 2026 initially Monday to Thursday 8.30am- 4.30pm The college are looking for a candidate who has experience working in finance and/or accounts departments. Kowledge of invoicing, purchase orders and attention to detail is essential for this role. £130 - £140 per day depending on experience and qualifications Grays, Thurrock Why Should You Work With Us? Strategy Education have been working with education settings in the Essex area for over 10 years. We provide the schools with temporary and permanent staff that match their expectations. By working with us, you will be offered work that matches your requirements and career aspirations. The successful Assistant Finance Officer will be subject to a variety of checks including eligibility to work in the UK, an enhanced DBS disclosure and full references including one from your...

Senior Finance Assistant Location: Colchester Department: Finance Reports to: Finance Processes Supervisor About the Role: We are seeking a detail-oriented Senior Finance Assistant to join our Finance team. The successful candidate will play a key role in processing purchase invoices, ensuring timely payments, supporting budget managers with financial information, and assisting with the delivery of a new finance system. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong ERP system experience who is looking to contribute to a professional finance function and develop their expertise further. Key Responsibilities: * Process and ensure prompt payment of purchase invoices in line with procedures. * Match invoices to orders, investigate variances, and resolve discrepancies. * Act as a point of contact for invoice queries from staff, suppliers, and department heads. * Prepare and validate BACS payment runs and remittances. * Provide financial information to...

A client of ours in the Tiptree area are recruiting a Head of Finance to join their team. This is a full-time temporary position working Monday - Friday, 8.30am - 5.00pm and paying £19.23 - £24.00 per hour (£40,000 - £50,000 per annum) depending on experience. This role requires someone available ASAP. Sage, CIS and Invoice Finance experience a must. Your key duties in this Head of Finance role will include but are not limited to: Preparing accurate monthly and annual management accounts in line with reporting deadlines Producing budgets and forecasts, analysing variances and challenging financial performance Presenting financial information to the board and senior leadership team Maintaining and developing detailed cash flow forecasts Overseeing daily finance operations including accounts payable and receivable Managing payroll, VAT returns, CIS submissions and PAYE compliance Overseeing invoice finance processes and bank reconciliations Leading, mentoring and developing a...

ASSISTANT BUYER - FIXED TERM CONTRACT 6 or 9 MONTHS Job Role You will collaborate closely with account management, production, and operations teams to ensure materials are procured and available in line with customer demand and production schedules. This role is well suited to someone looking to grow their purchasing career within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities * Create and manage purchase orders for components and materials in accordance with business needs * Liaise with suppliers to obtain pricing, lead times, and delivery information * Proactively track and expedite open orders, following up on overdue deliveries to support uninterrupted production Skills, Knowledge & Experience * Experience within a manufacturing environment, preferably in electronics or component-based industries * Previous experience in purchasing or supply chain support * Strong organisational and planning skills,...

ASSISTANT BUYER - FIXED TERM CONTRACT 6 or 9 MONTHS Job Role You will collaborate closely with account management, production, and operations teams to ensure materials are procured and available in line with customer demand and production schedules. This role is well suited to someone looking to grow their purchasing career within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities * Create and manage purchase orders for components and materials in accordance with business needs * Liaise with suppliers to obtain pricing, lead times, and delivery information * Proactively track and expedite open orders, following up on overdue deliveries to support uninterrupted production Skills, Knowledge & Experience * Experience within a manufacturing environment, preferably in electronics or component-based industries * Previous experience in purchasing or supply chain support * Strong organisational and planning skills,...

Role: Senior Buyer - 12-month FTC Hours: Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm Location: Snodland Our client, a world-renowned manufacturer of innovative and sustainable solutions, is seeking an experienced Senior Buyer for a 12-month maternity cover contract. The role is responsible for leading a small purchasing team, delivering cost savings, managing SAP MRP/MM processes, sourcing engineering materials, and supporting maintenance and production activities. Responsibilities: - Day-to-day management of direct reports, including TMS, appraisals & PDPs. - Assist in the implementation of a category management approach. - Support with any site-specific requirements or group purchasing instructions as may be required from time to time. - Manage the re-order points for spare parts, investigate and liaise with Engineering to ensure correct stock quantities are maintained of suitable spares - Manage consignment stocks, ensuring all settlements are carried out on a monthly cycle. -...