Total 52 finance banking insurance job vacancies in Camberley, Surrey, GU15 3DT

Saffron Valley Collegiate
Croydon’s Secondary Pupil Referral Unit
Finance and Payroll Officer
Full time
Full time – 36 hours per week – all year round
We are looking to recruit an experienced Finance and Payroll Officer to work in one of our busy offices to support our School Business Manager. The position could be based at any one of our four sites.
Office experience is essential and experience of SIMS Finance is desirable, although training will be provided. Excellent communication skills required - both written and verbal.
The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate;
• very good organisational and time management skills and the ability to work under pressure
• a good level of computer literacy in Word and Excel plus a willingness to learn more specialist applications
• knowledge of Payroll and HR administration and the ability to handle sensitive issues keeping confidentiality as required
• the ability to work effectively and supportively as a member of Saffron Valley Collegiate;
• ability to identify work priorities, whilst ensuring that lower priority work is kept up to date;
• ability to act on own initiative, dealing with any unexpected problems that arise;
• the ability to communicate effectively, use of ICT and have a ‘can-do’-attitudePlease write your application in direct reference to the person specification.
Salary: Grade 6, scp 18-20: £32,925-£33,957 (pay award pending)
Annual Leave entitlement is 29 days per year
Closing date for applications: Friday 22nd November 2024 at 12 noonThe Collegiate is committed to the safeguarding of young people. References will be sought for all shortlisted candidates. The Collegiate will require a successful candidate to have an enhanced DBS check.
All who work within Saffron Valley Collegiate are committed to the celebration of diversity, and the challenging of disadvantage and discrimination, in all its forms.
Part of Alternative Learning Trust, company number 11788031. The Trust is a charitable company limited by guarantee, registered in England and Wales.
Registered office: Sutton West Centre, Robin Hood Lane, Sutton SM1 2SD

What skills and experience we're looking for

The purpose of this role is to provide effective and confidential comprehensive administrative support to the Finance Manager in order to ensure the smooth and efficient running of the finance function. Support teaching and learning by providing high quality administrative support as part of a committed and flexible administration team.

What the school offers its staff

Please see the attached job description and person specification for full details on the role and the skills, experience and knowledge we are looking for.

Benefits include: Free car parking, lunch provided on site, and Employee Assistance Programme

Commitment to safeguarding

Orchard Hill College and Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

What skills and experience we're looking for

The purpose of this role is to provide effective and confidential comprehensive administrative support to the Finance Manager in order to ensure the smooth and efficient running of the finance function. Support teaching and learning by providing high quality administrative support as part of a committed and flexible administration team.

What the school offers its staff

Please see the attached job description and person specification for full details on the role and the skills, experience and knowledge we are looking for.

Benefits include: Free car parking, lunch provided on site, and Employee Assistance Programme

Commitment to safeguarding

Orchard Hill College and Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

School Finance AdministratorPay Scale: Surrey Pay Scale 4We have an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic office team. 15 hours per week x 38 weeks. The days required are Thursdays and Fridays, 8.30-4.30pm, term time only, plus INSET daysWe are looking for:
• an efficient administrator to assist with the finance operation of the school
• a confident administrator who is able to carry out a variety of tasks
• somebody who can contribute to a dynamic and hard working teamSome Duties and Responsibilities:• To safeguard children by ensuring that only those with legitimate essential business to the inner site may do so.
• To provide efficient finance administrative support
• To cover the school’s reception where necessaryWe reserve the right to withdraw the advert early.Interviews will take place when applications are received.

Finance Manger

Hybrid – travel to Blackbushe required

£50,000 - £60,000 per annum + car allowance + bonus + benefits

Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week



BCA are the biggest name in Europe’s vehicle remarketing industry, backed by the Constellation Automotive Group, we’re part of a family including cinch and WeBuyAnyCar.com. We’re growing rapidly and are on a key digital transformation journey.

Constellation Automotive Group is the largest vertically integrated digital used car marketplace in Europe, combining the leading digital brands across the segments of consumer to business, business to business and business to consumer. We offer competitive salaries plus attractive benefits, unrivalled support to progress and flexible remote working.

As part of the group’s continuing growth, an opportunity has now arisen in the Partner Finance division. BCA Partner Finance aims to provide a simple, straightforward and convenient funding facility with easy to understand charges and a flat rate of interest. They provide the added benefit of funding 100% of the invoice value including fees, VAT and delivery, so dealers do not need to worry about calculating the funding as a percentage of CAP or arranging additional funding.

BCA Partner Finance strives to understand business needs and will work in partnership at every step of the way, sharing our expert industry knowledge and experience. We will provide easy access to funding when needed, helping businesses to prosper by increasing their stocking capacity and improving liquidity.

Due to a small restructure within the finance team, we are now looking for a Finance Manager to report in the Financial Controller, and to manage the transaction and accounting team.





Key responsibilities

The successful candidate will report directly to the Financial Controller and manage the transaction team (2 full time heads and elements of a shared function). The primary focus of the role is to manage the daily transactions and manage the monthly accounting.


Manage the Transactions team and relationship with Shared Services
Own the month end process and hold accountability for balance sheet integrity and reconciliations
Oversee the AR and AP processes and take responsibility for driving improvements in both accuracy and operational efficiency
Develop a strong understanding of the CALMS operating system and work with the enterprise application team to deliver updates and fixes
Support day to day delivery and roll out of the Part Exchange (PX), Other Approved Suppliers (OAS) program and unencumbered transactions for customers
Assist with the implementation and development of controls and systems which enable efficient, timely and accurate production of financial reporting


Key Skills 

The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic team player, with a desire to be involved in a variety of activities, and a willingness to take ownership and a hands-on approach. We are looking for individuals who can demonstrate the following:


Qualified Accountant
Adaptable, determined and enthusiastic for new challenges
Strong technical skills and an understanding of processes
A willingness to devise, implement and improving financial and operational processes
Well-organised with excellent attention to detail and the ability to multi-task
Excellent interpersonal skills, including good oral and written communication skills
Good influencer with an ability to build and maintain strong relationships at all levels




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Our policy is to employ the best qualified people and provide equal opportunity for the advancement of employees including promotion and training and not to discriminate against any person because of gender, race, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, religion, belief, or disability.

INDLP

Your new company

You will be joining a well established group based close to Woking, Surrey. The company has gone through significant investment in systems and they are keen to bring onboard a talented finance and systems professional to join them.

Your new role

Reporting into the FC, you will be taking on a key permanent role that spans both finance, IT and operations. This key role will see you working to continuously improve processes and systems, driving best practice in all areas to build an efficient and technologically driven business. You'll work across all business areas and in particular with finance to drive better quality, accurate data, reporting and insights. Alongside the continuous improvement work, you will support the implementation of the new ERP. This is a broad role with lots of scope for development!

What you'll need to succeed

In addition to your professional accounting qualification, ACA/ACCA/CIMA/equivalent, you should be passionate about continuous improvement and have proven experience in driving better data, reporting and building efficiency into processes. No specific systems experience is required but knowledge of ERPs would be very helpful. Alongside sound systems knowledge is your positive relationship building skills to be able to work cross-function and to come up with innovative solutions alongside your colleagues. This is a unique and visible role in the business.

What you'll get in return

A competitive salary is on offer up to £65k, hybrid working, 25 days annual leave, private healthcare and free on-site parking. There is also flexibility on start and finish and finish times.
What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Chris Evans now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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Personal Assistant to the Director of Finance & Operations and Administrator to the Clerk of GovernorsPermanent, full timeduring term time (40 hours a week) plus ten days worked in the holidaysStart date: asapSalary: £29,750We are seeking a highly organised, proactive, and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Personal Assistant to the Director of Finance & Operations and Administrator to the Clerk of Governors. In this important role, you will provide comprehensive administrative support to the Director of Finance & Operations, handling calls, emails and correspondence as well as attending meetings and taking minutes. You will also lead the clerking administration function, providing support to the Clerk of Governors, ensuring the smooth and efficient administration of governance functions.The role will include in person attendance at Governor meetings, of which you can expect one a term, usually held in the evening as well as various board meetings through the year. Timely production of minutes following the meetings is imperative so you will be highly organised and efficient. The role is people facing and you will be the first point of call for all visitors to the bursary department so a friendly and professional disposition is essential.This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong communication and administrative skills who enjoys working in an educational environment.About us
Sir William Perkins’s School is a high-performing independent girls’ school for approximately 600 students aged 11 – 18 years. The Head is both a member of HMC and GSA. It was founded in 1725 and is now on an attractive 12-acre site situated on the outskirts of Chertsey, a two-minute walk from the railway station and very near to the junction of the M3 and M25.How to apply

Please complete the electronic application form and include a supporting statement
Closing date: Sunday 10 November at 11:59pmApplications will be considered on arrival so early applications are encouraged. The School reserves the right to interview and appoint before the closing date.

This Finance Manager / Accounts Manager role based in Middlesex is a newly created position, reflecting the ongoing success of the business. The role offers an exciting opportunity for a skilled Finance Manager or Accountant to take full responsibility for all accounting functions within the company. This position will involve overseeing critical financial operations such as payroll, management accounts, accounts payable/receivable, VAT returns, and the preparation of end-of-year accounts. While the company's external accountant will provide final sign-off, the candidate will manage these processes to ensure smooth and accurate financial reporting. This is a hands-on position where you will ensure that the company’s financial operations are running smoothly and efficiently. You will have a high level of autonomy in managing daily financial tasks while also contributing to the company’s strategic financial goals. As the business targets ambitious growth, this role will be central to maintaining financial compliance and accuracy.
The business is open to flexible working arrangements for this role in terms of the hours of work from their offices, including part-time hours over five days or a four day working week, to suit the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities:
Manage all accounting functions, including accounts receivable and accounts payable functions.
Prepare and oversee the company's payroll system.
Handling of all invoices, allocation and processing.
Ensure accurate preparation of management reports, cashflow and end-of-year accounts.
Work closely with the company's accountant to prepare VAT returns& EOY Accounts.
Support the business with financial forecasting and budgeting as part of its growth plans.
All further finance functions to ensure the smooth running cashflow and accounts management for the business.

Ideal Required Experience & Skills:
Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or CIMA) or equivalent experience.
Proven experience managing accounting functions within an SME.
Strong knowledge of UK accounting regulations, payroll, and VAT processes.
Experience in preparing management accounts and end-of-year accounts.
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple financial tasks efficiently.
Proficiency in accounting software, such as Xero, Sage, or similar.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to financial accuracy.




What's on Offer
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing business where you will have full ownership of the company’s financial operations. The role provides flexibility, with the potential for part-time working hours, making it ideal for someone seeking a balanced work-life arrangement. In addition to a competitive salary, you will have the chance to contribute directly to the business's continued success and its ambitious financial targets.



Salary :- c£45k base + Additional benefits.
Location :- Based at their Surrey offices – Full or Part-Time working options can be considered.
Company:- HVAC business based in Middlesex, specialising in mobile air conditioning services, they have established a strong presence in London and the Home Counties, delivering high-quality maintenance and repair services for various A/C systems.


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Your new company
You will be joining a fast-growing group who have doubled in size over the last 18 months. This group is UK based with a key site in the Guildford area and you'll be joining at an exciting time as the business has plans to grow significantly over the next 5 years.

Your new role
Your new role is a key and high profile role combining both leadership and business partnering. You'll be managing an ambitious team of finance business partners, taking a lead in their training and development whilst working alongside Operations Managers and Operations Directors to ensure the success of the projects they are working. As a financial expert, you'll be spotting risks/opportunities and managing change - All projects are high profile, so you'll be highly visible to the Exec team on a day to day. You'll also oversee the budgets and forecasts. In addition to the core of the role, you'll also be involved in the change and systems projects. This is a unique role with plenty of scope to develop.

What you'll need to succeed
In addition to your professional accounting qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) and extensive business partnering experience, it is essential you have recent and up-to-date experience working within manufacturing finance as you'll be heavily involved in costings. Whilst leadership experience is helpful - if you have the other skills and have a passion for managing, it would be great to hear from you!

What you'll get in return
A competitive salary is on offer, discretionary bonus, pension, private medical and 25 days annual leave are on offer. Moving forwards the CFO's expectation is that you will develop and progress as the business expands over the next couple of years.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

What skills and experience we're looking for

The purpose of this role is to provide effective and confidential comprehensive administrative support to the Finance Manager in order to ensure the smooth and efficient running of the finance function. Support teaching and learning by providing high quality administrative support as part of a committed and flexible administration team.

What the school offers its staff

Please see the attached job description and person specification for full details on the role and the skills, experience and knowledge we are looking for.

Benefits include: Free car parking, lunch provided on site, and Employee Assistance Programme

Commitment to safeguarding

Orchard Hill College and Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Your new company
You will be joining a fast-growing company based south of Guildford. They have ambitious plans to become a market leader over the next 3 years and as such are seeking a talented finance professional to join them.

Your new role
Reporting into the FC, you will be taking on a newly created role that spans both finance, IT and operations. This key role will see you working to continuously improve processes and systems, driving best practice in all areas to build an efficient and technologically driven business. You'll work across all business areas and in particular with finance to drive better quality, accurate data, reporting and insights. Alongside the continuous improvement work, you will support the implementation of the new ERP, SAP. This is a broad role with lots of scope for development!

What you'll need to succeed
In addition to your professional accounting qualification, ACA/ACCA/CIMA/equivalent, you should be passionate about continuous improvement and have proven experience in driving better data, reporting and building efficiency into processes. No specific systems experience is required but knowledge of SAP would be highly advantageous. Alongside a sound systems knowledge is your positive relationship building skills to be able to work cross-function and to come up with innovative solutions alongside your colleagues. This is a unique and highly visible role in the business.

What you'll get in return
A competitive salary is on offer up to £65k, discretionary bonus, hybrid working, 25 days annual leave and free on-site parking.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Your new company
You will be joining a high-growth organisation who are seeking a talented, qualified commercial finance analyst to join the finance team. You will be based in the company HQ which operates globally.

Your new role
Reporting into the Financial Controller, you will be taking on a key role overseeing the budgeting and forecasting for the group. You'll partner closely with the Executive team and the Operations Managers to help them understand their costs, provide advice and guidance, challenging where appropriate, track spend and own the numbers for key improvement projects. You'll also work with the central finance team on month-end activities. This is a highly visible role with plenty of scope for progression.

What you'll need to succeed
In addition to your professional accounting qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA), you should have experience in budgeting and forecasting within a commercial setting. Proven business partnering skills are essential alongside a desire to progress to become a future Finance Manager.

What you'll get in return
A competitive salary is on offer, discretionary bonus, private medical and hybrid working. You'll get really strong training and development in role and there are plenty of future opportunities to progress as the business expands.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Chris Evans now.
If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

The Opportunity This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the development the College’s Finance function. You will have energy, resilience, a strong financial background and vision. Managing a team of 5 staff, you will be responsible for the day to day operations of the finance function, including payroll, and will lead on providing support to budget managers. You will be a good written and verbal communicator who is confident in establishing interactions with senior managers and other stakeholders. The post holder will be a key member of the College Management Team.
About you Reporting to the Vice Principal (Finance & Resources) you will provide leadership and guidance to the Finance team. You will have comprehensive experience in a finance role, ideally in an education setting. You will be a self-motivated and ambitious leader who will be able to take on the challenge of developing the Finance function of the College to ensure positive service delivery to all stakeholders. You will be able to demonstrate excellent management and administrative skills and a strong understanding of the FE sector. You will be expected to act as an advocate and ambassador of the College, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to manage operational pressure in a busy environment with a positive, flexible approach.

Finance Transformation Manager
Circa £50,000 per annum FTE Salary
About Learning Partners Academy Trust
Learning Partners Academy Trust, is a collaborative Multi Academy Trust (MAT), built on partnerships with local schools working together, in and around the Guildford area. See the attached information for more information about our trust.
Job Overview
We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced finance professional to lead on delivering a new school centred operational finance model. The updated model will allow delivery of finance using a grouped school structure, ensuring financial resilience as the trust continues to grow.
The post will be instrumental in working with schools to develop and implement a model ensuring financial data accuracy, where internal control frameworks are adhered to, and statutory and regulatory financial reporting requirements are met. The model will ensure the needs of the schools are maintained or enhanced, allowing relevant and up to date information for decision making purposes.
You will be an experienced, highly skilled finance professional with a proven track record of developing finance operating models, adapting processes and approaches, and effectively managing organisational finances.
The role is based at the Learning Partners Academy Trust central offices in Guildford and there will be regular travel required across our schools (all within a 30-minute drive).
Due to the flexibility in the other resources available, we are able to consider applications for full-time or part-time working. You will be working at least 30 hours per week over 41 weeks per year (term time plus 2 additional non-term time weeks). You will need to have the flexibility to occasionally adjust your working pattern according to the needs of the trust. Please indicate on your application form your preferred working hours.
The Successful Candidate
You will:
• Degree educated with a relevant accountancy qualification (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA)
• Have experience of financial planning and analysis, including budget setting
• Ability and knowledge to produce budgets, reports, cash flow and financial and statistical summaries
• Be able to deliver and manage a change project including the recommendation and supporting the implementation of new processes.
• Proactive, taking the initiative to explore issues and to generate new ideas and approaches
• Be committed to continuously develop your knowledge and skills.
• Have clear enthusiasm for making a positive difference to young peoples’ lives.
• Previous experience working within the education sector is an advantage, but not essential
Employee Benefits
We can offer you:
• Annual leave entitlement of 28 days plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time)
• Family friendly employer – working within a team which understands that operational needs can be balanced with family responsibilities
• Employee assistance programme – free and confidential third-party telephone counselling service available 24 hours a day
• Pension scheme – Local Government Defined Benefits Pension Scheme where the employer’s contribution is over 18% of base salary
• Employee benefits scheme – high street discounts, discounted membership at local gyms, car leasing scheme and cycle to work scheme
How to Apply
If you are interested in applying for this exciting role please use the links provided to access the full job description and person specification and apply online.
Please note, your application will take to you to our ATS system (Face-Ed) where you will be required to enter your details again to fully complete your application process.
If you have any questions or would like to discuss this role further, please contact Patrick Overy, Chief Operating Officer, at Learning Partners Academy Trust on 0 1483 977 230 or email povery @learningpartners.org
Closing date: Monday 30th September 2024 at 9am
Interview date: TBC
Important Information
• The closing date given is a guide only. There may be some occasions where we close a vacancy due to a high a volume of applications being received. It is therefore advisable that you submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
• When completing the application form please ensure that you clearly evidence your relevant skills and experience in relation to the requirements detailed in the job description.
• Please ensure you check your emails regularly as this is how we will communicate with you throughout the recruitment process.

Finance Assistant
Permanent Role
Closing Date – 20th September 2024
Shortlisting – 23rd September 2024
Interview Date – 25th September 2024Salary:Surrey Pay Scale 5, Point 2, £26,777 – Point 6, £28,68625 hrs pro-rata £16,818 - £18,017 per annum 36 hrs pro-rata £24,217 - £25,943 per annum 25 – 36 hours per week, 41 weeks per year (term time, plus 2 weeks) Hours required can be discussed at interview and a degree of flexibility can be considered for the right candidatePlease return applications to Julie Harper, Office & HR Manager, email address included within this vacancy.