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Finance Director
Location: Mid-Kent
Company: A growing SME business in the construction industry
Salary: £80,000 - £85,000 per annum

About Us: We are a dynamic and forward-thinking SME with a strong track record. As we continue to expand, we are seeking a qualified Finance Director to join our team and drive our financial strategy.

Responsibilities:
Oversee all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
Provide strategic financial guidance to the executive team.
Manage the finance team, ensuring accurate and timely financial transactions.
Develop and implement financial policies and procedures.
Collaborate with other departments to optimise financial performance.

Qualifications:
Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA).
Proven experience as a Finance Director or similar role.
Strong leadership skills and the ability to influence decision-making.
Excellent communication and analytical abilities.


Benefits:
£80,000 - £85,000 + discretionary bonus.
Opportunity to shape the financial direction of a growing SME.
Flexible working arrangements.

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Your new company
You will support the strategic development by working closely with the leadership team to enable effective decision-making and achievement of organisation aims. The Finance Business Partner position is a full time and permanent role.


Your new role

• Work with senior leaders to develop a strategic plan for the staff and resources of the organisation.
• Prepare a five-year financial plan for entities within the organisation and as part of this exercise to prepare the annual budgets which support the financial plan.
• Monitor and maintain up to date budget and forecast figures using budgeting software.
• Meet regularly with leadership team to discuss monthly management accounts and reports.
• Meet with budget holders as necessary to discuss budget spend.
• Other ad-hoc duties.

What you'll need to succeed

• Strong experience within a similar role, ideally within the education sector.
• ACCA/CIMA or equivalent.
• Experienced in the production of management accounts.

What you'll get in return

• £36,000 - £44,000 per annum.
• Benefits package.

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.
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Insurance Sales Executive (Motor & Personal)

This role is based in Ashford and may require some travelling to meet local prospects. This is a Monday to Friday, 9-5pm, role (35hrs pw) with an hour lunch break. The salary range is £20-24k per annum, depending on experience, and comes with these benefits:

• 26 days holiday + bank holidays (after probation you can buy or sell 5 days)
• Birthday off
• Health Shield - Cash back plan
• Death in Service
• Free parking at all offices
• Friday fruit delivery
• 1 or 2 annual company trips a year

We are looking for someone to support the business strategy by delivering on personal sales targets for the relevant product line, maximising sales opportunities and ensuring customers receive the highest level of customer service.

You will be required to acquire and maintain knowledge of all current insurance products, contribute to the building of the new business sales pipeline by providing excellent customer service, taking inbound calls, providing quotes and securing sales. You will also deliver personal sales targets by planning, developing, and delivering sales opportunities in the relevant product line, as well as cross selling, introducing financial services products to existing clients and prospecting new clients. Plan and implement effective sales and marketing initiatives, offer excellent customer service, while demonstrating high values of trust and integrity.

It is an essential requirement of this role that the candidate has their own transport and a full, clean, UK driving licence.

The ideal candidate will have:

• A proven track record in highly driven and ambitious targeted sales role.
• Proven track record delivering excellent customer service
• Effective and professional verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Good IT skills especially Microsoft Office
• Good maths and problem-solving skills
• Able to manage own workload and able to work effectively under pressure
• Great team working, build relationships through positive behaviours, honesty, & integrity.
• Focus on continuous improvement, able to use own initiative
• Commitment to quality & compliance with procedures/regulations
• Own transport & full UK driving licence

Desirable attributes would be:

• Experience in a regulated environment
• Knowledge of insurance sector
• Proven track record in insurance sales
• General insurance qualifications
• Experience using Microsoft Dynamics

The role is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks and CCJ checks.

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Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people?
Do you want to be a part of a values led, driven and innovative team developing the UK’s first secure school?As part of the Finance Team, the Finance Assistant will play a key role in helping to create an innovative, inclusive, and therapeutic environment for staff and children alike. Initially the postholder will largely play a hands-on role in a growing team as well as helping the team to set up the processes and systems to get the school operational and then as it becomes more established will provide a more broad, professional Finance service in alignment with Oasis Restore ethos and values, and accounting practices and safeguarding law.If you are passionate about Finance, would like to contribute with ideas and be part of a responsive Finance team who is setting something unique to generate a department that wants to make a difference in the lives of young people and staff, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.Are you ready for an opportunity of a lifetime? We are looking for someone who already is, or is looking to make the next step, to being a Finance Assistant. At Oasis Restore, we're building a brand-new organisation that has never been tried before in the UK. And you could be part of it. As the Finance Assistant, you'll have a once-in-a-lifetime chance to positively change the lives of disadvantaged children in custody or on remand.As part of our Finance Team, you'll play a crucial role in creating the systems and process to ensure that we provide a high level of service to all stakeholders inside and outside of the organisation.Of course, you won't be doing it alone. You'll have the full support of a Chief Financial Officer and Finance Manager in your immediate team and the opportunity to collaborate with other Finance teams within the wider Oasis family. You'll have the chance to network, shadow, and receive training opportunities to grow and develop your Finance career.And we'll help you define your own tailored CPD opportunities based on your interests, whether it's ACCA, CIMA, AAT or even just a course on MS Excel. So, if you're self-motivated, diligent, and willing to learn quickly through trial and error, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for. Apply now to join the team at Oasis Restore and make a real difference in the lives of others.Our Secure SchoolOasis Restore is the country’s first secure school that is a proof-of-concept policy initiative funded by the Ministry of Justice (MoJ) and the Youth Custody Service. Oasis Restore’s mission is to transform the life chances of children aged 12-18 years in the criminal justice system through delivering psychologically informed, integrated practice that centres on trusted, safe relationships between staff and children. Oasis Restore is a learning community that embeds hope, stability, and opportunity for children beyond the secure school.Our Offer To YouAs a newly established subsidiary of the wider Oasis Charitable Trust, you enjoy the benefit of being part of national organisation that employs teachers, youth and community workers, volunteers and supports staff to reach their full potential. Oasis Restore is currently in the process of developing its long-term offer for staff, we are developing this in consultation with our leaders.Access to a competitive defined benefit pension scheme (either the Teachers Pensions Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme subject to individual scheme rules).33 days annual leave including bank holidays, rising to 35 days after two years. Subject to meeting basic eligibility criteria, be entitled to up to 8 weeks full-pay and 18 weeks half-pay paid maternity/adoption/shared parental leave (based broadly on the NHS Employers scheme).Subject to meeting basic eligibility criteria be entitled to up to 3 weeks fully paid paternity leave.Paid time off to attend antenatal appointments (those staff who are either pregnant or whose partner is pregnant)Have a structured and bespoke induction training plan plus a training offer bespoke to our context leading to a level 4 qualification in the therapeutic care of adolescents.Receive the same offer of sick leave pay (based broadly on the length of service in the national ‘Green Book’ framework) from Day 1 of employment.Expenses and travel costs incurred as part of the working day (as appropriate, not including travel to work)Access to an eye care vouchers scheme, season Ticket Loans, a cycle to work scheme and free car parking. We are in the process of setting up a new employee health care cash plan and employee discount scheme.See full advert attached for full list of Benefits we have to offer.We are also willing, if requested, to offer 4 day working patterns for the successful candidate with a pro-rated salary or alternatively condensed 39 hours over 4 days.Closing Date: 4pm on Friday, 14th June 2024Interviews: 19th to 21st June 2024

About the role:
The Role
The main objectives of the post are to assist the Purchase and Sales Ledger Team Leader and the Financial Controller through accurate processing of transactions, daily management of the Purchase Ledger and supplier account reconciliations. Assist in the management of an efficient Expenditure and Creditors service that is fully compliant with current legislation and internal financial regulations. To ensure that specified monthly deadlines are achieved and to ensure the accuracy of transactions processed within his/her area of remit. The post holder is required to provide an efficient customer service to internal and external customers.
Skills and Experience
The ideal candidate will be qualified to an NVQ 2 level or equivalent in finance, business administration or similar in addition to having some recent experience in working in accounts payable/ expenditure. They would have experience in reconciling control accounts and bank reconsolidations and would have a good knowledge of working with IT systems. They will also have excellent interpersonal skills with attention to deal and excellent organisational skills.

About The Company
The College
London South East Colleges is a successful and innovative College operating with sites across Bromley, Bexley, Orpington, Greenwich and Lambeth. With nearly 14,000 students and 1,000 members of staff, the College is a major employer in the area and makes a significant impact on the lives and future prospects of its learners who travel from across London to study with us. The College is also the sponsor of London South East Academies Trust, a growing Multi-Academy which is rapidly developing a track record of academic and financial success. With a combined turnover of circa£65m and the ambitious growth plans of the group, there has never been a better time to join this exciting organisation.

Benefits
The benefits package includes annual leave of 27 days (excluding bank holidays) plus 3 efficiency closure days during Christmas, up to 2additional College closure days, and leave for volunteering (pro rata for part time staff).There are excellent pension schemes, including employer contributions(Teachers’ Pension Scheme, Local Government Pension Scheme or Nest). Staff also have access to our Employee Assistance Programme, free onsite parking, salary sacrifice cycle to work/bike loan scheme and annual season ticket loan. You will have access to onsite gym at Bromley, discounts in inhouse restaurants and hair and beauty treatments.

Finance Director
Location: Mid-Kent
Company: A growing SME business in the construction industry
Salary: £80,000 - £85,000 per annum

About Us: We are a dynamic and forward-thinking SME with a strong track record. As we continue to expand, we are seeking a qualified Finance Director to join our team and drive our financial strategy.

Responsibilities:
Oversee all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
Provide strategic financial guidance to the executive team.
Manage the finance team, ensuring accurate and timely financial transactions.
Develop and implement financial policies and procedures.
Collaborate with other departments to optimise financial performance.

Qualifications:
Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA).
Proven experience as a Finance Director or similar role.
Strong leadership skills and the ability to influence decision-making.
Excellent communication and analytical abilities.


Benefits:
£80,000 - £85,000 + discretionary bonus.
Opportunity to shape the financial direction of a growing SME.
Flexible working arrangements.

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Finance Director
Location: Mid-Kent
Company: A growing SME business in the construction industry
Salary: £75,000 - £80,000 per annum

About Us: We are a dynamic and forward-thinking SME with a strong track record. As we continue to expand, we are seeking a qualified Finance Director to join our team and drive our financial strategy.

Responsibilities:
Oversee all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
Provide strategic financial guidance to the executive team.
Manage the finance team, ensuring accurate and timely financial transactions.
Develop and implement financial policies and procedures.
Collaborate with other departments to optimise financial performance.

Qualifications:
Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA).
Proven experience as a Finance Director or similar role.
Strong leadership skills and the ability to influence decision-making.
Excellent communication and analytical abilities.


Benefits:
£75,000 - £80,000 + discretionary bonus.
Opportunity to shape the financial direction of a growing SME.
Flexible working arrangements.

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Accounts Assistant / Finance Administrator who has previous experience working within a busy Finance Team, covering Sales Ledger and Purchase Ledger is required for a fast growing and innovative Engineering and Fabrication company based in Rochester, Kent.

Successful candidates will need a solid background working within a busy Finance Team and will need to have experience using Xero or a similar accounting package such as Sage, QuickBooks, NetSuite etc.

The company will consider candidates who are currently studying for their AAT or Qualified by Experience (QBE). The company will also support your AAT studies if you wish to obtain this accounting qualification.


SALARY: £25,000 - £30,000 per annum (Depending on experience)

LOCATION: Rochester, Kent (100% Office Based)

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent

WORKING HOURS: 8:30am to 4:30pm


JOB OVERVIEW

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for an Accounts Assistant / Finance Administrator who has previous experience working within a busy Finance Team, covering Sales Ledger and Purchase Ledger.

Working as an Accounts Assistant / Finance Administrator you will join a company that pride themselves on being a family feel business with a great work life balance culture. As a successful candidate you will join the company’s existing Finance and Operations Administrative Team.

As the Accounts Assistant / Finance Administrator you will be required to process Sales Ledger of approximately 300 over two companies each month.

As a successful candidate you will join a company that will support your career aspirations and provide ongoing training and support.


APPLY TODAY

If this job looks like your ideal position, then please send in your CV as soon as possible for our Recruitment Team to review.


DUTIES

Your role as an Accounts Assistant / Finance Administrator will include:

• Processing Sales Ledger – approx. 300 over two companies each month

• Credit control - Debit balance monitoring, and resolution as required, sending monthly statements

• Processing Purchase Ledger – approx. 600 over two companies each month

• Obtain outstanding documentation from suppliers as needed

• Monthly Aged Debtor and Creditor reports

• Initial set-up of supplier accounts

• Monthly reconciliations of supplier accounts. Xero and Excel

• Monthly Aged Debtor and Creditor reports

• Liaise with management team regarding aged and disputed supplier invoices and gaining PO/job numbers

• Allocation of Direct Debits

• Raise ad-hoc payments on request

• Ensure necessary documents are complete for year-end audit files

• Making supplier payments

• Bank reconciliations

• Building internal relationships with engineers – chasing job and PO numbers

• Answering the telephone

• Carrying out any other tasks as requested by colleagues and management and the willingness to turn your hand to ad hoc tasks as requested


CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

• Qualified or currently studying or qualified by experience (QBE) in Accounting or Bookkeeping

• Previous experience within a Sales and Purchase Ledger role

• Preferable industry experience gained from an engineering / facilities management or construction environment

• Previous experience using Xero is highly beneficial. However, a qualified candidate with experience using Sage, QuickBooks, NetSuite or a similar accounting package will be considered

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Excel to both import and extract data from the accounting records

• A good knowledge of MS Outlook and MS Word is also needed

• Good communication skills – able to build good relationships internal and external

• Self-motivated and a positive outlook


HOW TO APPLY

To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV’s of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.

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Exciting Opportunity: Part-time Finance manager
Are you ready to lead the financial strategy for a dynamic public sector organisation? We're seeking a Finance manager to drive effective financial planning, promote their organisation as a leader in its sector, and ensure continued growth and learning.
Role Overview:

• Leadership: You'll lead the finance team, ensuring its efficient functioning.
• Strategic Involvement: As part of the Senior Management Team (SMT), you'll actively participate in key decisions related to strategic planning, implementation, review, and impact assessment.
• Financial Controls: Implement robust financial controls, policies, and procedures across all activities, including planning, budgeting, income generation, expenditure, and reporting.
• Compliance: Ensure organization-wide compliance with internal financial procedures and legal requirements.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Develop the annual budget and financial forecasts.
• Cashflow Management: Oversee cashflow to maintain financial stability.
• Year-End Accounts: Prepare year-end accounts and reconciliations.
• Performance Analysis: Provide reports to the Leadership Team and Board of Trustees, analysing performance against KPIs.

Requirements:

• Relevant qualification (AAT/ACCA/CIMA/ACA) or equivalent experience.
• Experience in financial management within an organization.
• Familiarity with charity accounting and SORP reporting requirements.
• Proven leadership and team development skills.
• Knowledge of data protection and GDPR compliance.
• Experience overseeing payroll.

What You'll Receive:

• Competitive salary: £46,000 - £50,000 (full-time equivalent, pro-rata for part-time hours). + benefits package

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.

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Finance Manager – FTC

Salary £50,000 to £55,000

3-month fixed term contract

FT – 35 Monday to Friday

**Hybrid role, 1 day a week in Ashford, Kent

Closing date 4th April 2024

Saga Travel Group are looking for 3-month FTC for our Finance Manager who is being seconded to a new system implementation project.

It’s a great opportunity, an instant start, for a fully qualified or part qualified Finance Manager who could make an impact across the business.

In this role you will oversee and manage all financial reporting and control activities for the Saga Travel Group (STG). This is an output focussed role, with no line manager responsibilities.

A great opportunity to join an award-winning specialist Travel Business within Saga Plc. Here at Saga Travel Group, we organise an array of overseas products for our customers; Hosted Hotel Stays, Group Tours plus Tailor-Made Holidays worldwide.

** This is a FTC for 3 months. You can mostly work from home, your main working hub will be Ashford, Kent. Ideally you will visit your hub once a week to meet your team. You will need to be within reasonable commuting distance to our Ashford Hub. Free Car Parking on site.

Package Description

Everyday our colleagues deliver exceptional experiences to our customers. We believe exceptional work deserves even more exceptional rewards, that's why we have put together an amazing benefits package.

• Our working week is 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Option to purchase additional leave up to 5 extra days
• Pension scheme matched up to 10%
• Life assurance policy on joining us
• Wellbeing programme
• Colleague discounts including family discounts on cruises and holidays!
• Range of reductions and offers from leading retailers, travel groups and entertainment companies
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Grandparents leave
• Company performance related annual bonus - Up to 5%
• Income protection
• Access to Saga Academy, our bespoke learning platform

Main Responsibilities

You’ll be covering our current Finance Manager who will be on hand to offer a hand over into the role. You will be required to cover the following areas;

• All financial reporting for the business, including statutory accounts, overheads and shareholder reporting
• Presentation of the above to various stakeholders (Exco, FMT, FLT)
• Management of the month end process end-to-end ensuring all ledger entries are accurate
• Balance sheet reconciliations and monthly variance analysis
• Management of external reporting compliance, including banking covenants, CAA and ABTA
• Management of trust account relationship and reconciliation of trust account position and advance receipts
• Reviewing and submission of all tax compliance (CT, VAT)
• Audit management (internal and external)
• Overheads cost control
• Maintaining an effective control environment supported by processes and systems to safeguard the company’s assets and reduce risk
• Development of systems to improve the production efficiency of those accounts
• Provide support to the other areas of finance as required, but particularly during busy times
• Continual analysis and improvement of finance processes
• Ad-hoc projects and other data analysis as required

The Ideal Candidate

We need the Finance Manager covering this role to demonstrate the following skills and experience;

• Hold a professional finance qualification
• Have up to date IFRS knowledge
• Be a competent user of Finance Systems - Dream / Workday preferable
• Advanced excel skills
• Experience in a Travel/ Tour Operations setting preferable
• Excellent communications and stakeholder management skills
• Be organised and methodical and able to complete tight deadlines
• Can work in a task focused environment

About The Company

Over the past 70 years we have become the UK's specialist provider of products and services to people aged over 50 in the UK. The Saga brand has become one of the most recognised and trusted brands amongst UK consumers in this demographic, recognised for its high quality products and exceptional standards of service. These include cruises and holidays, insurance, personal finance and the Saga Magazine.

At Saga we are committed to treating all employees fairly and to offering equal opportunities in all aspects of employment and advancement. We value diversity not just because it is the right thing to do, but because diverse teams perform better.

Fair consideration is given to applications from all applicants, including those with disabilities and those over who are over 50 as we are champions of age inclusivity. We are an official Disability Confident Committed employer and ensure that our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible and we will make reasonable adjustments as required. For more information on our DEI policies please visit our Saga Careers page.

​Saga does not accept agency CVs unless specifically engaged on the role by the Talent Acquisition Team. Please do not forward CVs to our recruiters, employees or any other company location. Saga will not be responsible for any fees related to CVs received in this unsolicited manner.

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Finance Analyst

Salary £35,000 to £40,000

Permanent

FT – 35 hours Monday to Friday

**Hybrid role, 1 to 2 days a week Ashford, Kent

Closing date 28th March 2024

A great opportunity to join an award-winning specialist Travel Business within Saga Plc. Here at Saga Travel Group, we organise an array of overseas products for our customers; Hosted Hotel Stays, Group Tours plus Tailor-Made Holidays.

Our Finance Operation is fast paced with high volume transactions. We need a seasoned technical Finance Analyst to join our growing team. The transactional day to day processing team is based overseas. Allowing the UK team to be more focussed on analysis and reporting. The team is made up of an AP and AR Manager, with and AR Assistant responsible for trade statements and debt chasing as well as inputting remittances.

You’ll work closely with the Finance Managers and our Head of Operational Finance to monitor and correct the balance sheet, identify margin leakages and identify areas in the reporting process that need improvements.

** This role is Hybrid working, your main working hub will be Ashford, Kent. Occasionally you may be asked to visit the London or Crawley office. You will need to be within reasonable commuting distance to our Ashford Hub. Free Car Parking on site.

Package Description

Everyday our colleagues deliver exceptional experiences to our customers. We believe exceptional work deserves even more exceptional rewards, that's why we have put together an amazing benefits package.

• Our working week is 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Option to purchase additional leave up to 5 extra days
• Pension scheme matched up to 10%
• Life assurance policy on joining us
• Wellbeing programme
• Colleague discounts including family discounts on cruises and holidays!
• Range of reductions and offers from leading retailers, travel groups and entertainment companies
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Grandparents leave
• Company performance related annual bonus - Up to 5%
• Income protection
• Access to Saga Academy, our bespoke learning platform

Main Responsibilities

Our Finance Analyst will be responsible for the full analysis of various types of transactions across our Travel Business Operation, therefore you will need to be comfortable in a Business Partnering role and be able to cover the following areas;

• Providing analysis to management on month and YTD
• Liaising with other teams across the business to ensure supplier reclaims are complete and correct
• Work closely with our Customer Service department to monitor supplier reclaims or refunds
• Continuously monitor margin reports and how any changes are making an impact
• Checking for duplicate invoices or anomalies
• Continuously monitor the cancellations and reporting
• Full analysis of the aged debt report
• Monitoring and reviewing the reports from our card transaction provider
• Supporting AR function in the team when required

The Ideal Candidate

We need our Finance Analyst to demonstrate the following skills and experience;

• Have previously worked as a Finance Analyst across a large transactional operation, ideally within a Travel Business
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills with peers and to senior management
• Able to facilitate change in a business operation
• Expert knowledge on excel
• A critical thinker and able to analyse financial data and balance sheets
• Can demonstrate Business Partnering skills
• Can learn and understand travel reporting regulations

About The Company

Over the past 70 years we have become the UK's specialist provider of products and services to people aged over 50 in the UK. The Saga brand has become one of the most recognised and trusted brands amongst UK consumers in this demographic, recognised for its high quality products and exceptional standards of service. These include cruises and holidays, insurance, personal finance and the Saga Magazine.

At Saga we are committed to treating all employees fairly and to offering equal opportunities in all aspects of employment and advancement. We value diversity not just because it is the right thing to do, but because diverse teams perform better.

Fair consideration is given to applications from all applicants, including those with disabilities and those over who are over 50 as we are champions of age inclusivity. We are an official Disability Confident Committed employer and ensure that our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible and we will make reasonable adjustments as required. For more information on our DEI policies please visit our Saga Careers page.

​Saga does not accept agency CVs unless specifically engaged on the role by the Talent Acquisition Team. Please do not forward CVs to our recruiters, employees or any other company location. Saga will not be responsible for any fees related to CVs received in this unsolicited manner.

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Finance Manager needed in Broadstairs!

This is a fantastic opportunity to join our established client in Broadstairs as an experienced Finance Manager on an immediate basis. This role is initially a temporary contract however, for the right candidate a temp-to-perm contract may be considered.

As Finance Manager, you would be responsible for the Purchase Ledger Clerk and the Payroll Clerk and oversee the smooth running of the Financial management within the establishment.

Your duties would also include but not be limited to; processing and paying invoices, overseeing payroll processing, managing petty cash, bank reconciliations and assisting with maintaining the staffing budgets.

The successful candidate will have an accounting qualification such as AAT, ACA or ACCA and previous experience in a managerial role, along with great communication and IT skills.

This is a full time role, consisting of 37 hours per week, working 09:00 - 17:00 Monday to Friday.

Salary is circa £20.00 - £23.00 per hour.

The role is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks.

Benefits of joining our NAG Temp Team:

• Weekly pay on a Friday - smooth payment process
• Access to pension scheme after 12-weeks
• Working with committed and highly experienced recruitment consultants

For further information please contact New Appointments Group on 01304 227722.

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Finance Manager

Location: Broadstairs, Kent

Salary: £40,000 - £45,000

Dream Job Alert!

Are you ready for an amazing opportunity to kick start your new career in the finance sector? Do you have a passion for working in the education industry and want to make a difference? Look no further - we have the perfect role for you!

Our client, a leading organisation in the education sector, is seeking a professional and experienced Finance Manager to join their dynamic team. As a Finance Manager, you will play a crucial role in ensuring accurate financial information, leading on financial control, and being the go-to person for all financial matters.

Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain accurate financial information using cutting-edge systems
- Lead on financial control to ensure smooth operations
- Act as the main point of contact for all financial inquiries
- Support general administration to keep the organisation running smoothly
- Collaborate with budget holders to monitor variances and report concerns
- Assist in maintaining staffing budgets and processing virements
- Prepare for internal and external audits with precision and expertise

Skills and Qualifications:
- Hold or working towards a formal accounting qualification such as AAT, ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA etc
- Previous experience of working within an education, care or other relevant public sector environment
- Strong knowledge of financial procedures and budget planning
- Experience with financial management systems like Access Finance
- Ability to prioritise tasks and lead a team effectively
- Proficient in ICT with excellent numeracy and literacy skills
- Experience in successfully managing a significant budget with a public sector context
- Passion for making a difference in the education sector

If you are a proactive and detail-oriented professional with a background in financial management and a desire to excel in the education sector, this dream job is tailor-made for you!
Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to grow your career and make a positive impact. Apply now and take the first step towards your professional dreams!

Finance Manger

Location: Broadstairs, Kent

Salary: Very Competitive DOE

Dream Job Alert!

Are you ready for an amazing opportunity to kick start your new career in the finance sector? Do you have a passion for working in the education industry and want to make a difference? Look no further - we have the perfect role for you!

Our client, a leading organisation in the education sector, is seeking a professional and experienced Finance Manager to join their dynamic team. As a Finance Manager, you will play a crucial role in ensuring accurate financial information, leading on financial control, and being the go-to person for all financial matters.

Key Responsibilities:

- Maintain accurate financial information using cutting-edge systems

- Lead on financial control to ensure smooth operations

- Act as the main point of contact for all financial inquiries

- Support general administration to keep the organisation running smoothly

- Collaborate with budget holders to monitor variances and report concerns

- Assist in maintaining staffing budgets and processing virements

- Prepare for internal and external audits with precision and expertise

Skills and Qualifications:

- Hold or working towards a formal accounting qualification such as AAT, ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA etc

- Previous experience of working within an education, care or other relevant public sector environment

- Strong knowledge of financial procedures and budget planning

- Experience with financial management systems like Access Finance

- Ability to prioritise tasks and lead a team effectively

- Proficient in ICT with excellent numeracy and literacy skills

- Experience in successfully managing a significant budget with a public sector context

- Passion for making a difference in the education sector

If you are a proactive and detail-oriented professional with a background in financial management and a desire to excel in the education sector, this dream job is tailor-made for you!

Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to grow your career and make a positive impact. Apply now and take the first step towards your professional dreams!

We have an exciting and varied opportunity for a Health Services Finance Team Leader to join the Finance Operations Team here at AXA on a 12 month Fixed Term contract. The UK insurance market is one of the most competitive and advanced markets in the world and profitable growth of personal lines business forms a key part of AXA UK strategic plans. The purpose of this role is to manage the various Health Services financial operation functions, whilst leading and mentoring a team of Financial Operations Administrators.


At AXA we work smart, empowering our people to balance their time between home and the office in a way that works best for them, their team and our customers. You'll work a minimum of two days per week in our Tunbridge Wells office.


What you'll be doing:


Oversee all payments to affiliates, ensuring these are paid accurately and within agreed timescales.
Manage AXA’s cost processing queue, ensuring cases in our Customer Relationship Management system are accurate and processed within specified deadlines.
Supervise the invoicing process to our clients, including overseeing the allocating of payments received and reconciling clients’ accounts.
Manage our credit control function, ensuring that outstanding debt is chased in line with our credit control policy.
Report on outstanding debt, providing regular and meaningful MI to management.
Support and develop the team of Financial Operations Administrators, through ensuring objectives are set, and training needs and development opportunities are met.
Manage and monitor the team workload, ensure BAU tasks are met and distributed fairly.


Due to the number of applications we expect to receive for this role, we reserve the right to close this advert earlier than the listed closing date to ensure we’re able to effectively manage interest. Therefore, if you’re interested in joining us at AXA, please don’t hesitate to apply.