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Colchester Borough Homes (CBH) is a company set up by Colchester Borough Council. As part of the local business community since 2003, we are an award-winning organisation, providing management and maintenance services to around 7,000 residential, commercial and public buildings throughout the Borough, including the Councils housing stock, Colchester Castle and Colchester Town Hall.

About the role:


We are currently looking for a Finance Manager to join our Finance Team. Within this role you will support the Director of Resources and Head of Finance to develop all financial aspects of Colchester Borough Homes. Effectively leading and managing the accounts officers in line with the company strategic objectives.


You will have:

Recognised financial account qualification (ACCA, CIPFA, CIMA).
Strong knowledge of finance and accounting legislation, budget preparation. maintaining financial systems and closure of accounts.
Ability to apply strategic decisions to an operational environment.
Ability to translate complex financial statements into everyday language.
Excellent interpersonal skills
Customer and quality focus
Be Highly innovative, accurate and numerate.
CBH believes that learning and development is a continuous process. There is an expectation that employees will keep abreast of developments within their own area of expertise.

Benefits of the role include:
In return, we are offering a competitive salary, including excellent benefits, which includes:

Local Government Pension Scheme with a generous employer contribution
Excellent training, development, and progression opportunities
Generous annual leave entitlement, 23 days annual leave (increasing to 26 days after 5 years service), plus bank and public holidays and two extra company holidays during the Christmas period.
Generous Life cover and survivor pension.
Enhanced policies aimed at supporting you through life stages and responsibilities with holiday purchase scheme, volunteer days, special leave, enhanced maternity and sickness entitlement.
Personal and professional development opportunities for staff and value growth and development and payment of professional body membership.
Access to an Employee Assistance Programme, providing free independent support and confidential advice for personal issues including counselling services.
Employee Discount Scheme.
Provision of a smartphone and laptop.
Discounted gym member - corporate membership rate at Leisure World and the Northern Gateway.
Free Flu Jab and eye tests.
Agile Working at Colchester Borough Homes means having some flexibility about when, where and how we work to best meet the needs of our role and service area.

You can find out more about Colchester Borough Homes by visiting: www.cbhomes.org.uk


For further job details, please click here.


Interview date to be confirmed

Equality & Diversity Commitment
Colchester Borough Homes is an equal opportunities employer. As part of our continued commitment to Equality and Diversity, and to help ensure our workforce reflects the community we represent, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, and applicants who have status as an individual with a physical or mental disability. We are a Disability Confident Employer and a Mindful Employer. We also hold accreditations for Working Well, Investors in People Gold status and we are members of the Armed Forces Covenant.

For further job details and to apply for this role please see the below link.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

Your new company
Hays are proud to be partnering with a vibrant, welcoming artistic hub at the heart of the cultural life of Colchester. We are looking to recruit a Finance Assistant to join a friendly, warm team within a charitable organisation.
Your new role

• Part-Time Finance Assistant - reporting to the Finance Manager
• (2.5 days a week - 18.5 hours)

• Inputting data, processing invoices, cash handling, bank reconciliations
• Complete purchase and sales ledger transactions
• Assist with cash handling, float reconciliation, petty cash disbursements and BACS payments

What you'll need to succeed

• Previous experience in a finance setting and an understanding of purchase ledger, sales ledger and payroll functions
• Confident ability to use online systems and spreadsheets within a paperless filing system
• Pride in the work they do and an insightful nature
• Cash handling experience

What you'll get in return

• 20 days holiday - Plus Bank Holidays (28 in total)
• Supportive team and newly refurbished office
• Flexible working with minimum 1 day of remote working
• Study support
• Discounted company vendor incentives

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 Jess on 01206766621.
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 EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and 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

Please see job description for full list of skills and experience required

What the school offers its staff

Please see job advert

Commitment to safeguarding

JRCS is fully committed to safeguarding

Salary: £31,199- £35,579 per annum
Grade D
Permanent Contract
37 Hours per Week

The Education Support Service is an extremely busy area with high levels of demand. We deal with all financial aspects relating to Home to School Transport and School Capital.
The Finance Officer will support the Head of Service and School Admissions Transport Manager with the monitoring of the Home to School Transport and School Capital budget throughout the year. This will include supporting the monthly forecast reporting of the financial position throughout the year.
They will also be expected to process and reconcile all payments relating to school transport and school capital. The role will require the monitoring of school attendance using available systems to ensure the correct payments are made in a timely manner.
The officer will be the first point of contact for all payment queries for all stakeholders.
We are looking for candidates who have excellent Excel skills, the ability analyse data as well as support the budget forecast and to communicate effectively with a wide range of people including members of the public.
A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required, and at a basic level.
Contact for any additional questions or information about this role: Sarah Williams -
Advert Closing Date
- Internal & External: 20th October 2024

Interview Date: TBC

To view the Job Profile and Person Specification please follow the link below:

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What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking to appoint an exceptional Director of Finance and Estates to work with the Headteacher and Trust Board at Southend High School for Boys.

The Director of Finance and Estates will provide high quality leadership and management of the Trust’sFinance and Estates functions, ensuring that the Trust runs efficiently and effectively in delivering its educational vision, aims and objectives.

The role:

• Advising the Headteacher, Trust Board and other school leaders on all matters relating to financial operations and estates;
• Ensuring that sound, appropriate and effective risk management arrangements are in place;
• Ensure that budgets are prepared and monitored appropriately and efficiently, and that annual accounts are delivered in accordance with the Academy Trust Handbook, the EFSA guidelines fulfilling all statutory requirements;
• Effective leadership and management of the finance team; and
• Effective leadership and management of the estates team, ensuring that all aspects of our estate, including areas such as health and safety, building projects and catering contracts are run smoothly and efficiently across the site.

The candidate:

The successful candidate will lead the promotion and delivery of good financial management ensuring that public money is used appropriately, efficiently and effectively at all times.

The right candidate will be passionate about education, setting a clear vision for finance and estates at Southend High School for Boys that is rooted in the core values of the school. They will also be a creative thinker, with an innovative approach to problem solving.

The ideal candidate will be experienced in a senior financial role and hold an accounting qualification. Previous school/trust finance experience is essential.

The postholder will responsible to the Headteacher.

Recruitment process:

Please see our website for the full job pack containing the job description, person specification and further information.

Applicants must complete the application form in full and submitted to the school by no later than midday on the closing date of 27th September 2024.

Shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend a face to face interview at the school.

Contact:

Applicants who require further information should contact the HR Manager via recruitment@shsb.org.uk or telephone 01702 606208. We are happy to arrange visits to the school in advance of any interview process.

What the school offers its staff

Organisation benefits:

• Auto-enrolment into a contributory pension scheme (LGPS for support staff, employer contribution 25%)
• Free on-site parking
• Cycle to work scheme
• CPD through internal and external providers (including a subscription to National College)
• Employee Support Programme offering a range of retail discounts and vouchers, a 24/7 confidential advice line, and opportunity for structured counselling sessions.
• Access to apply for Blue Light Card
• Specsavers Eye care vouchers
• Free use of the sports facilities

Key terms

• Hours: 37 per week full time; exact working hours are negotiable with the successful candidate.
• Location: the post is based on site within the school. It is anticipated that full time presence will be required during the initial months of appointment, however it may be possible to consider a degree of flexible working from home in later months.
• Start date: Required for November 2024.
• Holiday entitlement: The annual holiday entitlement for this post starts at 27 days plus bank holidays (April to March) and increases to 30 after 5 years’ service. Previous local government service under the Modification Order will apply to annual leave entitlement.
• Remuneration: The post is paid on Essex Schools’ Local Government Pay Scale 12-13 within range of Points 43-49 (£51,515 to £61,328). A starting salary Point would be negotiable depending on skills and experience.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Your new role

The Finance Reporting Manager will work closely with our Finance Team to ensure that all internal and external reporting requirements are met. This is a new role as part of the expansion of the business.

Full training will be provided on in-house and third-party systems. The position is full-time, and the place of work will be a combination of home and office according to the company's needs.
Key Responsibilities:

• Preparation of internal and external reporting for monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
• Periodic covenant testing and investor announcements.
• VAT returns.
• Preparation of Annual Accounts.
• Key point of contact for the Annual Audit.
• Accounting for fixed assets, depreciation, interest, shareholder loans, tonnage tax and FX hedging.
• Various ad hoc reports and tasks as required.

Key Attributes:

• 2-5 years accountancy experience essential.
• Travel/Entertainment/Hospitality experience is desirable.
• Experience of Power BI is desirable.
• IFRS experience is desirable.
  
  

Critical Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Data Management
• Advanced Excel & PowerPoint
• Initiative and follow-through
• Communication - Ability to communicate in any format, working within a matrix organisation to influence and aid the understanding of clients and business partners.
• Flexibility - Ability to thrive in a constantly changing environment by balancing the needs of all stakeholders.

Qualifications

CIMA/ACCA/ACA is qualified desirable but not essential.

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
Hays are proud to be partnering with a vibrant, welcoming artistic hub at the heart of the cultural life of Colchester. We are looking to recruit a Finance Assistant to join a friendly, warm team within a charitable organisation.

Your new role

• Part-Time Finance Assistant - reporting to the Finance Manager
• (2.5 days a week - 18.5 hours)

• Inputting data, processing invoices, cash handling, bank reconciliations
• Complete purchase and sales ledger transactions
• Assist with cash handling, float reconciliation, petty cash disbursements and BACS payments

What you'll need to succeed

• Previous experience in a finance setting and an understanding of purchase ledger, sales ledger and payroll functions
• Confident ability to use online systems and spreadsheets within a paperless filing system
• Pride in the work they do and an insightful nature

What you'll get in return

• 20 days holiday - Plus Bank Holidays (28 in total)
• Supportive team and newly refurbished office
• Flexible working with minimum 1 day of remote working
• Study support
• Discounted company vendor incentives

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 Jess on 01206766621.
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 EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and 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

Finance Assistant

Fixed Term, Full Time

£23,344 per annum

Location: Chelmsford

Closing Date: Tuesday 27th August 2024 at 11.59pm

Please note that this is a Fixed Term Contract / Secondment opportunity for a period of 12 months.

This position has been classed as an anywhere worker role but has an expectation that the successful candidate will attend the office, in Chelmsford, 2-3 day per month, with the remaining time allowing for remote working if desired.

The Opportunity

Purchase to Pay (P2P) and Income aims to provide a comprehensive financial transactional and support service, maximising new and innovative technology to provide excellent customer service using a multi skilled workforce.

The Finance Assistant supports the Purchase to Pay (P2P) and Income teams to deliver the business plan for financial transactions. With a working knowledge of Financial processes and systems across P2P and Income, ensuring data or income is input accurately, timely and within policy and legislation standards.

Experienced in working as a team member across a flexible and multi skilled workforce, delivering excellent customer service to a variety of Functions by maintaining financial transactions and data within local systems. Recognising and supporting changes in technology to streamline the customer experience.

Accountabilities

• Contributes to the delivery of the business plan for financial transactions, in support of the wider organisational vision.
• Responsible for processing and managing financial transactions, following defined business processes, inputting and interpreting data to ensure quality, consistency, accuracy, timeliness and high performance.
• Responsible for delivering all activities to meet defined deadlines, proactively reporting any risks or issues for early resolution.
• Provides support and guidance to internal and external customers in a professional manner, in line with Financial processes, ensuring that policy and legislation are met.
• Carries out basic reporting for P2P and Income and external customers, which contributes to the management of organisational performance, maximises income and ensures compliance with Financial Regulations and ECC Policies.
• Work flexibly and collaboratively across P2P and Income to deliver finance support.
• Recommend process improvements and redesign to achieve best practice and organisational efficiency.
• Contributes to maintaining currency on legislation changes and translating these into local policy and procedure, to identify and review potential changes in technology.

The Experience You Will Bring

Essential:

• Educated to RQF Level 2 (GCSE) must include English and Mathematics, or equivalent by experience.
• Some knowledge of P2P/Income systems and demonstrable accounts payable, accounts receivable, purchase to pay and e-invoicing experience would be desirable.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Level of good competency using Microsoft office packages including, Outlook, Word and Excel.

Desirable:

• Aptitude and willingness to work flexibly in multi skilled Operational Teams.
• Good attention to detail.
• Ability to interpret varied information for supporting continuous improvements in service delivery.
• Ability to work effectively within a team whilst remaining focussed and disciplined when working from home.
• Ability to build effective working relationships with internal and external customers, suppliers and partners.

Arc Legal Group, an AmTrust International business, is a specialist provider of ancillary insurance products and services with deep knowledge and experience in each of our chosen markets. With over two decades of industry experience, we are experts in our field with superb products and market knowledge with digital innovation at the heart of our business. We are reliable, ethical, and obsessed with delivering high quality ‘bespoke’ products and excellent customer service.

We are currently looking for a Finance Team Leader to join our team, based in our offices in Colchester.

The role will support the day to day activities of the Premium, Claims and Credit Control teams as we go through an exciting period of growth and process improvement implementation.

To be successful in this role, you will have a strong background in finance and people management; conducting 121’s, annual performance reviews and producing KPI’s. Other duties include assisting with the preparation of the monthly Premium and Claims MI, reviewing and approving adjustments and invoices, along with approving payments via online banking within a set authority limits.

You’ll have strong data analysis and MI reporting skills along with a can-do attitude.

Credit Control and Insurance industry knowledge are desirable, but not as essential as the ability to successfully manage teams.

Along with basic contractual benefits, such as 25 days holidays and pension, we offer a host of other benefits including free insurances (Private medical insurance, Dental insurance, Life Assurance, Income Protection and Travel), discounted gym membership, fruit delivered to the office twice a week, 24/7 virtual GP support and free parking.

Arc Legal Group is a specialist provider of ancillary insurance products and services with deep knowledge and experience in each of our chosen markets. With over two decades of industry experience, we are experts in our field with superb products and market knowledge with digital innovation at the heart of our business. We are reliable, ethical, and obsessed with delivering high quality ‘bespoke’ products and excellent customer service.

Are you are a confident and detail-oriented individual with a passion for numbers and finance? Let’s talk.

We are seeking an analytical and diligent Finance Reconciliations Administrator to join our growing financial operations team. Insurance or Financial services experience is desirable, but not essential as full training will be given.

Ideally you’ll have experience of reconciliations or sales ledger along with credit control knowledge or cash collection/chasing payments as in this role, you will:

· Generate invoices, credit notes and reconciliations

· Perform credit control duties

· Provide support on premium and claims queries

· Complete ad-hoc projects and audits

· Accurately review and process high volumes of declarations

· Resolve queries related to fluctuating declarations

To excel in this role, you must have:

· Excellent communication and analytical abilities

· Strong organisational and time management skills

· High attention to detail

· Confidence working independently

In addition to a salary that reflects the skills and experience you bring to the role we'll give you:

*A great culture and environment to work in

*Private Medical Insurance

*Dental Insurance

*25 days holiday entitlement plus Bank Holiday

*Additional days off each year as 'AmTrust Days' (up to 12 extra days per year)

*Pension

*Discounted gym membership

HRGO Recruitment are looking to fill a vacancy for a Part-time Finance Administrator for their client located in Brentwood.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Financial Record Keeping: Maintain and update financial records in Sage 200, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger entries.
• Purchase orders: Overseeing purchase orders and ensuring accuracy in pricing and quantities.
• Inventory Control: Collaborate with the inventory management team to monitor and reconcile stock levels with financial records.
• Month-End and Year-End Closing: Assist in the month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring all necessary adjustments and accruals are made.
• Compliance: Stay up to date with financial regulations and company policies, ensuring all financial activities are in compliance.

Requirements:

• Accounting qualification preferably AAT level 3
• A good level of expertise in Excel
• Relevant experience in accounting or finance, preferably in a retail or similar industry.
• Proficiency in using Sage 200 or similar accounting software.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Solid understanding of financial principles and practices.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

If this role is of interest to you please click 'Apply' or call Anita Wakeman at HRGO Recruitment on 01708 220023.

Salary: Competitive per annum, company car/allowance, bonus plus Veolia benefits

Location: Hybrid/Pitsea (travel to other sites will be required)





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We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.



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This Permanent position is well suited to an individual that is looking to advance their career within the Finance Sector and gain industry-leading experience in a thriving and supportive workplace.



We are looking for an individual with the confidence to scrutinise and challenge data and decisions. The successful applicant will be a true business partner, capable of supporting one of our regions within the Treatment operational business at multiple sites across the East, with a focus in the Essex area. Critical to success will be spending time with members of the Senior Treatment Team to understand the business strategy and challenges to ensure financial support is fit for purpose and in line with the wider Veolia strategy.

• The consolidation of accurate monthly management accounts for P&Ls within the role-holder's remit and reporting results and variances to their line manager, the Treatment Finance Director and General Managers;
• The responsibility to oversee and prepare forecasts/budgets in liaison with Operations Managers and General Managers supporting/advising as required;
• Ensure accurate Mid Month forecasts are reported;
• Capex reporting & forecasting;
• Supporting the General Manager's with the preparation of financial modelling for infrastructure developments and business opportunities;
• Supporting the General Manager's with due diligence processes for potential acquisitions and business integration;
• Manage a team of up to 4: 3 Management Accountants and 1 Administrator;
• Demonstrate strong Balance Sheet controls for your own cost centres including preparation of control account reconciliations;
• Reviewing Balance Sheets for direct reports;
• Completion of month end Vector pack for submission to Paris;
• Liaising with Internal and External stakeholders, including audit;
• Preparation of tax packs and statutory accounts packs for the statutory audits

What are we looking for?

• You will be a fully qualified accountant at a recognised awarding body - CIMA, ACA, ACCA essential with a number of years relevant post qualification experience.
• You should have experience of financial modelling, management accounting, together with the ability to influence decisions within a large complex organisation.
• Excellent people management skills are also a requirement to be able to manage a team and business partner with non-finance professionals at the highest level.
• Having strong systems knowledge (in particular exposure to Workday, Adaptive Insights, Microsoft/Google packages would be advantageous however training will be given).
• A full UK driving licence would be ideal, as travel to some of our other sites will be expected.

Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.



We're proud to be listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2023, being named as a Top 10 Very Big Organisation and Highly Commended as a workplace for 55+.

This accolade further demonstrates our commitment to our people and our actions in creating an environment where everyone can be their true selves and enjoy working at Veolia.



We want to ensure that you feel supported throughout the application process and provide reasonable adjustments where necessary and requested. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of your application and interview process please do not hesitate to let us know.



Here at Veolia, we're proud to be known as an equal opportunities employer. We know how important it is to be fully committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive place to work for every one of our colleagues. So no matter their age, gender, gender expression, disability, race, ethnicity, religion, belief, sexuality or veteran status, every applicant who meets the minimum requirements will be considered fully.

We know how important it is to be fully committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive place to work for every one of our colleagues. We are committed to ensuring that all job applicants and members of staff are treated equally, without discrimination because of sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.

We therefore welcome and encourage all candidates who meet the minimum requirements to apply.

What skills and experience we're looking for



• To provide Finance and HR administration support to the School Business Manager and Head teacher and contribute to the smooth running of the school office.



What the school offers its staff



• Demonstrable working knowledge of the principles and methods of financial control, reporting and the financial software and systems required to achieve this.
• Proven track record in financial, business and administrative experience
• Experience in operating computerised financial systems.
• A strong administrator with experience of working in a school office environment
• Excellent numeracy, literacy and IT skills, with proficiency in MS Office and databases
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a friendly nature













Commitment to safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The school may carry out online searches on shortlisted applicants. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and a comprehensive screening process, including a Criminal Records Bureau Disclosure at Enhanced level, will be undertaken on all applicants.

Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information about this role and working at North East London NHS Foundation Trust. We encourage you to refer closely to this when completing your application. We welcome your application even if you do not meet all the criteria listed in the person specification. Any development needs to help you succeed in the role, can be discussed at the interview stage.

• Finance Manager

  Morgan Hunt is working with an NHS Trust in Essex who are looking at recruiting a Finance Manager. This is a 3 month contract role paying up to £188 p/day. The role will be based full time on site.

  You will support to a range of Corporate Services or Operational divisions within the Trust. The focus will be to provide clear strategic financial leadership, delivering robust operational and financial management whilst improving cost effectiveness.

  Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide strategic financial leadership for Corporate Services or Operational divisions, ensuring robust financial management and cost effectiveness.
  • Analyse technical issues, advise senior management, and ensure compliance with regulations.
  • Manage teams, promote staff development, and liaise with external stakeholders.
  • Advise on financial strategy, deliver savings plans, and maintain balanced financial positions.
  • Coordinate budgeting, reporting, and variance analysis, implementing financial recovery plans as needed.

  Previous Skills and Experience:

  • Full CCAB qualification or equivalent with extensive experience.
  • Continued professional development and Degree level education or equivalent.
  • Previous NHS experience is a must.
  • Proficiency in financial management, IT skills, and spreadsheet modelling.
  • Strong communication, leadership, and decision-making abilities, with a focus on teamwork and continuous improvement.

  Interviews and start date ASAP so please apply NOW if interested on send your CV directly

  
  
  
  

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to temporary vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.