Total 55 Accounting / Auditing job vacancies in London, SW6 4UL

At AAT it’s our mission to make it possible for more people to experience the opportunities a career in finance brings, through our accessible qualifications and supportive community.



We are the UK’s leading qualification and professional membership body for vocational accountants. We pride ourselves on providing practical qualifications that meet the needs of both employers and employees, as well as products and services to support our members and customers throughout their careers.


Term: Fixed Term Contract until 31 October 2025
Salary: £36,726 per annum
Location: We have hybrid working in place, with 1-2 days per week, in our office in Canary Wharf.


What exactly will you be doing?

As a Customer Operations Senior Advisor at AAT, you will play a crucial role in ensuring excellence in the service we deliver for our customers. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve managing complex and high-risk queries across multiple channels, while completing and overseeing operational processes in key areas. You will be taking a proactive approach in identifying and driving improvements to our customer journeys.


Major objectives

The key objectives for the role are:

Manage complex and high-risk queries and complaints across various communication channels
Assessing key applications and making risk-based decisions in line with relevant processes and regulatory requirements
Work proactively to achieve both team and organisational targets, including Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Spearhead improvements to processes and customer journeys, including identifying enhancement opportunities and developing support materials
Develop excellent relationships with other teams within the Customer and Account Management Division and across the organisation to ensure a coordinated approach to all AAT activities
Deliver consistently high-quality service to both internal and external customers through effective and courteous communication
Support the induction and training of colleagues, providing ongoing guidance on complex and high-risk queries


What are we looking for?

The ideal candidate will possess:

Prior experience working within a professional membership body
Experience of working within regulated environments and an understanding of the importance of adhering to strict regulatory standards
Strong skills in Microsoft packages and CRM systems
The ability to communicate with customers and colleagues confidently and clearly, both verbally and in writing
An eye for detail, with sharp analytical and problem-solving capabilities, and experience of challenging existing ways of working to improve processes
The ability to make informed and well-reasoned conclusions based on the information available, taking full accountability and ownership of decisions
Experience in call centre operations and complaint management
A track record of delivering training and providing continuous support to junior colleagues
A customer-centric approach with a focus on both internal and external stakeholders
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong organisational skills with keen attention to detail



If you're passionate about customer service and developing an inclusive community of accounting professionals, we want to hear from you!





What are the benefits?



At AAT we believe in treating our staff well and this is reflected in our wide-ranging benefits, which include:



Hybrid working (1-2 days per week in our London office) and opportunities for further flexible working.
25 days’ annual leave, increasing one day per year up to a maximum of 30 days plus bank holidays.
Great pension scheme, life assurance, and critical illness cover.
Health cash plan.
Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave contributions of up to 6 months’ full pay depending on the length of service.
Regular wellbeing initiatives.
Cycle2Work scheme and much more.



Closing Date: The planned closing date for this role is 26 August 2024 at 17.00, however, we reserve the right to close the role earlier than planned.



It’s an exciting time to join AAT and we would love you to join us on our journey. we achieved one-star company status in the Best Companies survey, and we have recently launched our strategy to 2030.



We are committed to being an inclusive and welcoming place to work. We encourage applications from diverse candidates and make recruitment decisions based on skill and experience. We have a Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) Champions group, which leads on our D&I strategy and organise events to celebrate and raise awareness. We are a disability-confident committed employer and have signed up to the Race at Work Charter. We have also signed up for the Women in Finance Charter, and in 2022 we exceeded our target for appointing females into senior positions.



Come and help us to make AAT an even better place to work!



Interested?



To apply please upload a copy of your CV and fill your application online.

Founded in 1967 as the Merton Family Housing Trust, we have since grown into an organisation with over 7,000 homes across nine south London boroughs. We are a provider of homes for rent (social and affordable), shared ownership, outright sale, and supported housing. We also have a small portfolio of commercial properties and garages.
It is really important to us that you share and reflect our values making sure our customers receive a dependable and localised service.
Wande Finance Vision – “To provide consistent, excellent, and good value financial services to internal and external customers.”

A day in the life:
You will:

Report to the Assistant Director of Financial Services, providing adhoc support as required
provide cover to the Finance Manager – Management Accounting as required. The Finance Manager for Management Accounting will also provide covering support as required
ensure the Transactions team have support where required for Accounts Payable, Banking and Rent accounting
contribute to project working groups as required with the wider business
ensure all Financial accounting systems are providing accurate and reliable data
ensure that the trial balance is reconciled for annual financial statements
prepare the annual FVA submission file
prepare returns or surveys for NROSH, The ONS or FCA
ensure that value for money calculations are accurate
supervise the Financial officers responsible for AP and Rents processing
ensure the AP team process invoices efficiently and in line with Wandle Policiesensure all reconciliations for Banks, Rents, AP and AR are completed each period in a timely manner
provide relevant AR reporting to support credit control processes
provide reporting to ensure Purchase Orders are raised in accordance with policy
work with the Governance Transition Manager to ensure successful implementation of the Dynamics/Redkite automated rent uplift solution
lead on regular training of Social Rent Accounting (Formula rent, affordable rents, etc.)
lead the budgeting process for annual rent increases
ensure accuracy of rental transactions and rental accounts within the Dynamics system
input to the year end and internal audit process as required, producing data flows and trails to support all areas of reporting
be a key part of ensuring systems work within the Finance Team
ensure the data set is consistently allocated at property and scheme level
summarise reporting on a development-by-development basis
enhance budget detail and monthly comparisons to actuals.


What you’ll need:

An attention to detail
Experience of reporting within the Social Housing sector with an understanding of the technical accounting and reporting requirements this entails
Be fully qualified ACCA, ACA, CIMA or equivalent
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well with all staff
Proven experience in innovation and use of technology
Experience to continually drive and advance system improvement programmes within Finance
Setting and delivering to timetables as well as understanding of appropriate internal controls
Experience at operating at a senior level and to give confidence to the business that Finance data is robust, accurate and reliable
Strong collaborative skills to navigate the wider teams to deliver for our customer


What next?
If you want to be part of a winning team that takes pride in delivering a positive experience to our customers and believe you have the skills and experience to be successful in this role, we would love to hear from you.
Please apply with your CV and supporting statement on no more than two sides of A4 ensuring you address the ‘What you will need to have” section set out in role profile by 28 August 2024.
Please also note that ahead of the final stage interviews you will be asked to undertake a number of online tests/assessments.
For more information about Wandle, including our corporate strategy, click here: https://www.wandle.com/careers/

Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.

At AAT it’s our mission to make it possible for more people to experience the opportunities a career in finance brings, through our accessible qualifications and supportive community.

We are the UK’s leading qualification and professional membership body for vocational accountants. We pride ourselves on providing practical qualifications that meet the needs of both employers and employees, as well as products and services to support our members and customers throughout their careers.

Term: Permanent
Hours: Full time (35 hours per week)
Salary: £76,153 - £80,000 per annum, basis experience
Location: We have hybrid working in place, with 1-2 days per week, in our office in Canary Wharf.

What exactly will you be doing?
As the Head of Development, Culture and Inclusion at AAT, you will lead a transformative agenda to align our people strategy with our 2030 vision. You will spearhead the design and implementation of comprehensive strategies for talent development, diversity and inclusion and employee wellbeing. Your role will be pivotal in shaping our organisational culture, enhancing employee experience and driving engagement across the organisation.
You will be joining AAT during a period of significant change, presenting a unique opportunity to assess and evaluate our current approach to Talent & Development. You will design a roadmap for improvement, scaling up the organisation to a level where Talent & Development is fundamentally connected to performance and business goals ensuring that AAT has people with the necessary skills, knowledge and experience to meet its strategic plans and objectives.

Major objectives

• Develop and deliver a high-quality, inclusive programme of development that supports our 2030 strategy and enhances employee experience.
• Design and embed diversity and inclusion throughout all people team policies and processes.
• Create and implement a wellbeing strategy with high-quality initiatives supporting colleagues throughout their AAT career.
• Establish a robust framework for talent management, workforce and succession planning with clear career progression pathways.
• Lead internal communications to align key messages with our strategic plan and cultural transformation.
• Continuously improve our end-to-end employee experience.
• Review and enhance our talent and development maturity, creating a roadmap that connects performance and organisation goals.

What are we looking for?

We're seeking a visionary leader with:

• Extensive experience in leading and motivating an effective people development team.
• Comprehensive knowledge of organisation development, talent management and succession planning.
• Experience in design, delivery and implementation of talent management and succession planning initiatives.
• The ability to align learning and development initiatives with strategic business objectives.
• A passion for creating an inclusive, high-performance culture.
• MCIPD qualification or equivalent level of experience.
• Strong commercial acumen and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• A proven track record in change management and cultural transformation.

The ideal candidate will be a value-driven, inclusive leader with strong personal integrity and the ability to make and implement tough decisions when necessary. You will be politically astute, consultative and focused on delivering measurable results that drive our organisation forward.

What are the benefits?

At AAT we believe in treating our staff well and this is reflected in our wide-ranging benefits, which include:

• Hybrid working (1-2 days per week in our London office) and opportunities for further flexible working.
• 25 days’ annual leave, increasing one day per year up to a maximum of 30 days plus bank holidays.
• Great pension scheme, life assurance, and critical illness cover.
• Health cash plan.
• Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave contributions of up to 6 months’ full pay depending on the length of service.
• Regular wellbeing initiatives.
• Cycle2Work scheme and much more.

Closing Date: The planned closing date for this role is 19 August 2024 at 17.00, however, we reserve the right to close the role earlier than planned.

It’s an exciting time to join AAT and we would love you to join us on our journey. In 2023 we achieved one-star company status in the Best Companies survey, and we have recently launched our strategy to 2030.

We are committed to being an inclusive and welcoming place to work. We encourage applications from diverse candidates and make recruitment decisions based on skill and experience. We have a Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) Champions group, which leads on our D&I strategy and organise events to celebrate and raise awareness. We are a disability-confident committed employer and have signed up to the Race at Work Charter. We have also signed up for the Women in Finance Charter, and in 2022 we exceeded our target for appointing females into senior positions.

Come and help us to make AAT an even better place to work!

Interested?

To apply please upload a copy of your CV and fill your application online.

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Join us as a Behavioural Risk Audit Manager

• You’ll deliver and lead audits using behavioural and data science methods and insights to identify and understand behavioural risk affecting our customers and colleagues
• We’ll rely on you to stay at the forefront of behavioural risk insight and innovation, sharing knowledge and insights widely
• Enjoy a great platform to build your profile as you help to shape a high performing and vibrant team culture
• We’re offering this role for a period of 12 months

What you'll do

As a Behavioural Risk Audit Manager, you’ll lead, or deliver part of, an audit engagement or behavioural risk innovation project, using your behavioural and data science skills and knowledge, with limited oversight. We’ll look to you to design new robust and feasible approaches to effectively identify and understand behavioural risk, particularly around good customer outcomes.

Your role will also involve:

• Contributing to innovative business insights to identify risks
• Identifying new opportunities and delivering new, or optimising existing research methods, to better identify and understand behavioural risk
• Building relationships with, and identifying new opportunities to work with academics on behavioural risk topics, managing engagements where relevant
• Making sure that audit tools and associated documentation is maintained to high quality through reviews
• Overseeing and coaching other team members where required
• Developing and managing effective stakeholder relationships and being the first point of contact when leading a review

The skills you'll need

To succeed in this role, you’ll need a relevant qualification in behavioural science with a strong quantitative element such as psychology, economics, finance, data science, or similar. You’ll also need strong experience designing, conducting, and analysing quantitative research methods such as quasi-experimental methods, surveys, lab, or field experiments.

You’ll demonstrate an in-depth understanding of behavioural science theory, particularly around consumer judgement and decision making or household finance. As well as this, we’ll expect an understanding of behavioural risk application in a risk, regulatory, financial services or consultancy context.

You’ll also need:

• The ability to source, prepare, and access data for analysis
• An understanding and experience of developing and testing hypotheses, and drawing inferences from primary research or large data sets
• Proficiency in Python or another coding language and the drive to further develop those skills
• Experience in drawing conclusions from different primary and secondary data sources
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Experience supporting, coaching, and developing a team

Your new company
I have been approached by a global consulting firm which have rapidly expanded over the last couple of years. Due to this, they are looking to build an internal audit function.


Your new role
As the Internal Audit Manager, you will get the chance to steer the function from a global context. This role provides a unique opportunity to create and implement your own policies and procedures whilst also creating the annual audit plans.
This greenfield position will likely change into the Head of Internal Audit and Compliance within the coming years.


What you'll need to succeed

• Well-rounded experience across internal audit and compliance.
• Previous experience within a professional services organisation is desirable but not essential.
• Excellent knowledge of reporting procedures and record keeping.
• Methodical and diligent with outstanding planning abilities

What you need to do now


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Main Duties and Responsibilities The post holder will help build strong, productive relationships with clinical and non -clinical team members to ensure strategic objectives are met. To maintain clinical credibility by acting regularly as a clinical practitioner in own area of expertise. To always act as an excellent role model to the other members of the endoscopy team. Teaching and engaging others in audit and quality improvement To maintain an overview of the JAG standards and how these are being delivered across the endoscopy service. To proactively consider the nursing evidence required to meet JAG accreditation standards and work with the wider endoscopy team to ensure this is obtained and archived appropriately. To work with the nursing managers and matron to ensure the timely undertaking of the Trust audits and completion of the audit cycle. Including evaluation and appropriate action planning. To independently perform a staff satisfaction survey annually and feedback results to the wider endoscopy team. Commitment to standards, principles and long term vision of the department. Audit and Quality Improvement To coordinate all clinical audit activity within Endoscopy; work with Clinical Leads and service managers to ensure audit plan is managed and meets agreed deadlines. To lead on all JAG Accreditation nursing clinical audits within the department. To lead and co-ordinate the recommendations and action plans of all clinical audits to provide assurance that the Endoscopy service is achieving and working towards continual improvements in clinical practice. To maintain accurate records clinical audits in endoscopy via a shared electronic filing system. To identify and prioritise local requirements for quality improvement through liaison with the multi-disciplinary team. To perform a staff and endoscopy users feedback survey and complete the audit cycle annually. To provide leadership, QI, JAG standards and audit management specialist advice and support to staff within endoscopy. Support staff in their local improvement work and develop quality improvement and audit skills in the Team Leaders. To ensure that patient and staff feedback are integral to the planning and delivery of work programmes to inform decision-making. Governance / Quality Control To work closely with the Consultant Clinical Lead, Training Lead and Audit Lead to ensure the whole multi-disciplinary team are working towards the annual and five yearly JAG Accreditation submission. To ensure an effective mechanism for disseminating new and updated nursing guidelines is in place. To report the recommendations from nursing audits to the Endoscopy Users Group, ensuring authors are informed, relevant guidelines are updated and changes in practice are implemented with support from relevant leads. To be an active member of the Endoscopy Users Group. To support and actively engage with the preparation for CQC and other quality inspections. To collate evidence to demonstrate compliance with JAG Standards and lead on preparation for five-yearly JAG Accreditation submission. To develop and implement work programmes for patient experience activity which improve the ways in which the service gains the views of endoscopy patients and users of the service. To support transformational projects within the endoscopy service that involve patients, family and carers to achieve improved clinical outcomes and experiences. To develop a programme of work which reviews and maintains access to up to date patient information for all. To participate in relevant / appropriate Trust approved research projects conducted within the department. Leadership To act as an excellent role model for high quality care to engage junior staff in audit, improving knowledge and skills within the endoscopy nursing team. To create a physical and psychological environment conducive to the provision of high quality care and learning. To support the Pre-Assessment Lead in steering the service in line with JAG standards. To lead on standardising all endoscopy documentation to promote a professional and organised service. To attend Trust-wide Audit meetings to ensure consistency across specialities where appropriate and sharing of ideas. To attend the Endoscopy Users Group to present JAG report. Where required present at the Endoscopy risk and governance meetings. To facilitate the cascade of information to all endoscopy staff, support staff discussion and respond to feedback. To promote the work of the Endoscopy Department within the Trust. Education and Training To facilitate the training of a core group of staff within endoscopy to provide all elements of the audit cycle to maintain a consistently high level of service and foster a sense of ownership and responsibility for improvements within the service. To present audit findings and recommendations to nursing staff through clinical audit days. To promote the development of an evidenced-based approach to clinical care. To work with the Endoscopy PDN to ensure learning from patient experience is integrated with feedback from other sources such as complaints and incidents and is used to inform education and training for endoscopy staff. To liaise and work closely with the Endoscopy PDN to ensure all learning is embedded, staff development is recorded as part of JAG. To attend Regional and National Endoscopy Conferences as appropriate. Reporting and Analysis To provide a quarterly report to the Endoscopy Users Group as to the status of the Audit Plans To ensure the accuracy of the Endoscopy Users Group minutes and oversee the resulting action plan. To produce annual reports on the results of patient and staff feedback audits. Research and Service Development To work closely with the Service Manager and Endoscopy Matron to review both current and proposed capacity and demand through the provision of clinical expertise and insight into endoscopy processes and data in order to identify shortfalls and determine change required to deliver sustainable improvement.

At AAT it’s our mission to make it possible for more people to experience the opportunities a career in finance brings, through our accessible qualifications and supportive community.



We are the UK’s leading qualification and professional membership body for vocational accountants. We pride ourselves on providing practical qualifications that meet the needs of both employers and employees, as well as products and services to support our members and customers throughout their careers.



Term: Permanent
Hours: Full time (35 hours per week)
Salary: £65,000 - £75,000 per annum, based on experience
Location: We have hybrid working in place, with 1-2 days per week, in our office in Canary Wharf.



What exactly will you be doing?

As a Full Stack Web Developer, you will play a crucial role in contributing to the delivery of digital projects and maintaining a high standard for our online presence. You will collaborate with technical, business and management teams on the development, developer testing, and maintenance of existing and new bespoke AAT online services. Additionally, you will work closely with Business Analysts and Product Owners to define and architect technical solutions and appropriate documentation to address business objectives. This role sits within our Performance and Transformation portfolio and reports into the Technical Solutions and Development Manager.

Major objectives


The major objectives are:



Contribute to delivering digital projects while maintaining exemplary standards for AAT's online presence, supporting the enhancement of our digital products.
Collaborate seamlessly with technical, business, and management teams on the development, testing, and maintenance of bespoke online services.
Partner with Business Analysts and Product Owners to define technical solutions and documentation that address core business objectives.
Spearhead front-end design, UX, UI, and full-stack development, transforming concepts into visually appealing and functional user interfaces, websites and web apps.
Champion best practices like OWASP, JavaScript, TypeScript, Angular, CSS, BEM, cloud architectures, database design and RESTful APIs while integrating with AAT's platform.
What are we looking for?

Proven experience in website conception and development, working as part of a service delivery team, and delivering projects independently and within teams utilising Scrum/Agile methodologies.
Solid understanding of usability, accessibility and web design principles, as well as Agile principles and development processes.
Excellent written and verbal communication.
Ability to work in a team.
Outstanding time management, negotiation skills and the ability to think creatively and present technical ideas persuasively to non-technical colleagues.
Relevant professional qualifications, training or work experience is required.
AWS Developer or Solutions Architect Associate certification is advantageous.
Highly organised individual with the capability for influencing and negotiating with stakeholders.
Comprehensive technical skillset encompassing JavaScript, SQL/NoSQL, HTML5, CSS, SASS, CI/CD, Git workflows, OWASP security, Docker, Node.js, AWS serverless services, Angular, accessibility standards, performance optimisation, SEO best practices, and Atlassian products.
If you possess the expertise, passion and drive to excel in this role, we invite you to apply and become a part of our dynamic team. Seize this opportunity to contribute to our digital transformation and leave your mark on our online presence.

What are the benefits?



At AAT we believe in treating our staff well and this is reflected in our wide-ranging benefits, which include:



Hybrid working (1-2 days per week in our London office) and opportunities for further flexible working.
25 days’ annual leave, increasing one day per year up to a maximum of 30 days plus bank holidays.
Great pension scheme, life assurance, and critical illness cover.
Health cash plan.
Enhanced maternity and shared parental leave contributions of up to 6 months’ full pay depending on the length of service.
Regular wellbeing initiatives.
Cycle2Work scheme and much more.


Closing Date: The planned closing date for this role is 21 July 2024 at 17.00, however, we reserve the right to close the role earlier than planned.



It’s an exciting time to join AAT and we would love you to join us on our journey. In 2023 we achieved one-star company status in the Best Companies survey, and we have recently launched our strategy to 2030.



We are committed to being an inclusive and welcoming place to work. We encourage applications from diverse candidates and make recruitment decisions based on skill and experience. We have a Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) Champions group, which leads on our D&I strategy and organise events to celebrate and raise awareness. We are a disability-confident committed employer and have signed up to the Race at Work Charter. We have also signed up for the Women in Finance Charter, and in 2022 we exceeded our target for appointing females into senior positions.



Come and help us to make AAT an even better place to work!



Interested?



To apply please upload a copy of your CV and fill your application online.

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Management Accounting Officer
Location: London
Contract: Temporary (6 months initial)
Rate: £350-400 per day umbrella
Start Date: ASAP
*Hybrid Working *
Contact: greg.waite@servicecare.org.uk

Job Description
Service Care Solutions are currently recruiting on behalf of a Public Sector Governing Body in London for a Management Accounting Officer to join the Housing and Land Finance team on a temporary basis. The postholder will work in a team of Management Accounting Officers, led by a Management Accounting Team Leader, to provide operational technical support to the team of Business Partners who will face the business directly. The team of Management Accounting Officers will provide a centre of excellence in maintaining budgetary information and ensuring that transactions are properly and promptly recorded.

Key Responsibilities

• Producing and maintaining accurate financial records for a specified section of the budget.
• Prepare due diligence reports for Business Partner review and sign off, evaluating the financial standing of grant and contract partners.
• Prepare monthly financial forecasts based on analysis, constructive thinking, and evaluative judgement.
• Ensuring that budgets and actuals are properly, accurately and promptly recorded and reported.
• Undertake reconciliations of budget areas to ensure that budgets are accurate.
• Enable the strategic Business Partnering model through provision of operational technical support to the team.
• Produce, review and analyse financial information to support directorate decision-making.
• Deliver the budget setting process for the organisation.
• Responsible for a cross-cutting activity which enhances financial information available to the whole team.
• Provide advice to directorate colleagues about proper accounting process and financial regulations.

Candidate Criteria

• CCAB/CIMA Qualified Accountant or Part-Qualified with extensive experience
• Experience of working with a Local Government/Public Sector environment is highly preferred
• Experience of producing financial reports, variance analysis and financial analysis is essential
• Knowledge of housing/land/property finance is highly desirable
• Great communication skills and ability to work professionally and adapt to any team fit.

If you are interested in the role, or know of anyone who may be, please contact Greg at Service Care Solutions on 01772 208969 or email greg.waite@servicecare.org.uk

Service Care Solutions also offers a £250 referral bonus! So, if you know of anyone who would be perfect for this position and they are placed into work, you will receive £250 for the referral once their probationary period has been completed.

Join us as an Audit Manager within Infrastructure and Cyber Security

• We’re looking for someone who can provide effective assurance for regular audit engagements while working in Technology, Infrastructure and Cyber Security
• You’ll be influencing business managers to improve controls while being an ambassador for the internal audit to build on our reputation and improve our function’s integrity
• If you’re ready for a new challenge and want to make an impact through your work by helping with our internal audit, this could be the opportunity you’re looking for

What you’ll do

Day-to-day, you’ll be leading your audit team as they deliver audit engagements on time and to budget while undertaking key aspects of assurance fieldwork and supporting assurance planning.

We’ll look to you to leverage internal audit methodology and tools. You’ll also make sure that our global methodology is fully compliant and accurate. That way the audit management tool is up-to-date. You’ll also build on our internal audit position and influence our evolution of control.

Your other responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the delivery of a flexible and risk-based audit plan that addresses regulatory requirements and provides independent assurance and impactful opinions
• Supervising the audit engagement team while supporting them through coaching to help them realise their potential
• Assuring regular audit engagements by supporting assurance planning to make sure key risks are covered while collaborating with internal audit teams in line with regulatory requirements
• Undertaking key aspects of assurance fieldwork while taking responsibility for work across the team so it’s delivered on time and provides reliable evidence to support issues and opinions
• Managing key stakeholders throughout audit engagements to understand business risks and to make sure effective discussion is undertaken about key risks

The skills you’ll need

To be successful in this role, you’ll be an established internal auditor or risk manager. We’ll expect you to understand risk management principles through a meticulously investigative approach. You’ll also have good written and verbal communication and stakeholder management skills.

You’ll be able to successfully lead a team in delivering projects while adhering to budget, schedule and quality. You’ll also support your team by identifying talent, coaching and feedback.

You’ll also need:

• Excellent knowledge of IT general controls
• Outstanding subject matter expertise and experience of technology risk management in infrastructure or cyber security
• Great knowledge of technology service operation either as an IT auditor or an IT practitioner

Job Title: Finance Officer – Financial Accounting
Hours: 36 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
Salary range: £24,653-£26,779 plus LW per year
Waltham Forest College is a forward thinking, vibrant, diverse and exciting place to study and work. We are proud of our achievements including being graded as Outstanding by Ofsted.
We believe that our employees are the heart of the organisation and having the right people in the right place, with the right skills is the key to our success. We are looking for a committed individual who is passionate about working in an aspirational and high performing college and dedicated to contributing to an outstanding experience for our learners.
The successful candidate will have a keen sense of responsibility, ownership and a ‘can do’ approach to addressing everyday challenges. If you believe you have the skills, experience and motivation to make a difference and be part of Team Forest, we strongly encourage you to apply for the post at Waltham Forest College.
This is an exciting opportunity to join our Finance team either as your first step into Finance or to progress your career towards becoming a fully qualified accountant. You will be responsible for income collection and the cashiering service ensuring the prompt and accurate banking of all receipts. In addition, you will be assisting with some of the other aspects of financial accounting including payments and purchase orders processing
You will work closely with colleagues across the college being responsible for the control and distribution of petty cash as well as administering the purchase ledger including coding, registering, matching and filing of invoices.
You will have a level 3 qualification in a finance or related subject and be competent using MS Office and other IT packages. This role would be a good steeping stone to advance your career and progress towards a full accounting qualification. This is a fast-paced role, perfect for someone looking to grow and develop a career in finance.
What’s in it for you?
We offer the opportunity to help develop your skills and knowledge in a friendly team environment, plus a range of benefits including a career average pension scheme (LGPS), employee assistance programme, discounted local gym membership, enhanced sick pay, NUS Employee discount, free onsite parking, cycle to work scheme and Sodexo benefits scheme.
Equality, diversity and inclusion
We are committed to creating and promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce that better reflects the wider community we support.
Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of our students and expect everybody working for the College to share this commitment. We actively seek DBS clearance checks for applications of employment as part of our safeguarding procedures. In line with KCSIE 2022 and Safer Recruitment principles the college reserves the right to conduct online searches of shortlisted candidate.
Closing Date: 17th July 2024
Interview Date: TBC.

Finance Manager - Financial & Rent Accounting
Location: London
Contract: Permanent
Rate: £62,000 - £67,000 per annum
Start Date: Flexible
*Hybrid Working - One day minimum in office*
Contact: greg.waite@servicecare.org.uk

Job Description
Service Care Solutions are currently recruiting on behalf of a Housing Association in London for a Finance Manager (Financial & Rent Accounting) to join the team on a permanent basis. The organisation has over 7,000 homes across nine south London boroughs. They are a provider of homes for rent (social and affordable), shared ownership, outright sale and supported housing and also have a small portfolio of commercial properties and garages.
This role will have line management responsibilities for 4-5 staff members and will provide cover to the Finance Manager - Management Accounting as required. The Finance Manager for Management Accounting will also provide covering support as required.

Main Responsibilities

• Ensure the Transactions team have support where required for Accounts Payable, Banking and Rent accounting.
• Contribute to project working groups as required with the wider business.
• Ensure all Financial accounting systems are providing accurate and reliable data.
• Ensure that the trial balance is reconciled for annual financial statements.
• Prepare the annual FVA submission file.
• Prepare returns or surveys for NROSH, The ONS or FCA
• Supervise the Financial officers responsible for AP and Rents processing.
• Ensure the AP team process invoices efficiently and in line with Wandle Policies
• Ensure all reconciliations for Banks, Rents, AP and AR are completed each period in a timely manner.
• Provide relevant AR reporting to support credit control processes.
• Provide reporting to ensure Purchase Orders are raised in accordance with policy.
• Work with the Governance Transition Manager to ensure successful implementation of the Dynamics/Redkite automated rent uplift solution.
• Lead on regular training of Social Rent Accounting (Formula rent, affordable rents, etc.)
• Lead the budgeting process for annual rent increases.
• Ensure accuracy of rental transactions and rental accounts within the Dynamics system.
• Input to the year end and internal audit process as required, producing data flows and trails to support all areas of reporting.
• Ensure the data set is consistently allocated at property and scheme level.
• Enhance budget detail and monthly comparisons to actuals.

Candidate Criteria

• Qualified ACCA, ACA, CIMA or Equivalent with extensive PQE
• Experience of reporting within the Social Housing sector with an understanding of the technical accounting and reporting requirements this entails.
• Experience of working on Rent Accounting within a Social Housing environment is highly desirable.
• Experience of operating at a senior level with high-level financial reporting and presenting skills.
• Experience of setting and managing timescales/timetables for work completion in line with internal controls.
• Great communication skills and ability to work professionally and adapt to any team fit.

If you are interested in the role, or know of anyone who may be, please contact Greg at Service Care Solutions on 01772 208969 or email greg.waite@servicecare.org.uk

Service Care Solutions also offers a £250 referral bonus! So, if you know of anyone who would be perfect for this position and they are placed into work, you will receive £250 for the referral once their probationary period has been completed.

Founded in 1967 as the Merton Family Housing Trust, we have since grown into an organisation with over 7,000 homes across nine south London boroughs. We are a provider of homes for rent (social and affordable), shared ownership, outright sale, and supported housing. We also have a small portfolio of commercial properties and garages.
It is really important to us that you share and reflect our values making sure our customers receive a dependable and localised service.
Wande Finance Vision – “To provide consistent, excellent, and good value financial services to internal and external customers.”

<h4>A day in the life:</h4>
You will:

Report to the Assistant Director of Financial Services, providing adhoc support as required
provide cover to the Finance Manager – Management Accounting as required. The Finance Manager for Management Accounting will also provide covering support as required
ensure the Transactions team have support where required for Accounts Payable, Banking and Rent accounting
contribute to project working groups as required with the wider business
ensure all Financial accounting systems are providing accurate and reliable data
ensure that the trial balance is reconciled for annual financial statements
prepare the annual FVA submission file
prepare returns or surveys for NROSH, The ONS or FCA
ensure that value for money calculations are accurate
supervise the Financial officers responsible for AP and Rents processing
ensure the AP team process invoices efficiently and in line with Wandle Policiesensure all reconciliations for Banks, Rents, AP and AR are completed each period in a timely manner
provide relevant AR reporting to support credit control processes
provide reporting to ensure Purchase Orders are raised in accordance with policy
work with the Governance Transition Manager to ensure successful implementation of the Dynamics/Redkite automated rent uplift solution
lead on regular training of Social Rent Accounting (Formula rent, affordable rents, etc.)
lead the budgeting process for annual rent increases
ensure accuracy of rental transactions and rental accounts within the Dynamics system
input to the year end and internal audit process as required, producing data flows and trails to support all areas of reporting
be a key part of ensuring systems work within the Finance Team
ensure the data set is consistently allocated at property and scheme level
summarise reporting on a development-by-development basis
enhance budget detail and monthly comparisons to actuals.


<h4>What you’ll need:</h4>

An attention to detail
Experience of reporting within the Social Housing sector with an understanding of the technical accounting and reporting requirements this entails
Be qualified ACCA, ACA, CIMA or equivalent
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well with all staff
Proven experience in innovation and use of technology
Experience to continually drive and advance system improvement programmes within Finance
Setting and delivering to timetables as well as understanding of appropriate internal controls
Experience at operating at a senior level and to give confidence to the business that Finance data is robust, accurate and reliable
Strong collaborative skills to navigate the wider teams to deliver for our customer


What next?
If you want to be part of a winning team that takes pride in delivering a positive experience to our customers and believe you have the skills and experience to be successful in this role, we would love to hear from you.
Please apply with your CV and supporting statement on no more than two sides of A4 ensuring you address the ‘What you will need to have” section set out in role profile by 2 July 2024.
Please also note that ahead of the final stage interviews you will be asked to undertake a number of online tests/assessments.
For more information about Wandle, including our corporate strategy, click here: https://www.wandle.com/careers/

Your new company
They are one of the largest transport businesses in the UK and own subsidiaries that operate across a range of sectors including the railways and bus services.

Your new role
As the Internal Audit & Risk Manager, you will get the chance to report directly to the Group Head of Internal Audit & Risk. You will get the ability to meaningfully impact the function and influence an organisation with a truly national presence.
This role will primarily focus on risk, initially identifying them at group level before analysing the subsidiaries. You will also have the chance to conduct business-wide audits.

What you'll need to succeed

• ACA, ACCA or equivalent qualifications.
• Proven experience within a risk role.
• Ability to work in a team.
• Business insight of specified business operations and business risks.

What you'll get in return


What you need to do now


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Your new company
I have been approached by a global consulting firm which have rapidly expanded over the last couple of years. Due to this, they are looking to build an internal audit function.


Your new role
As the Internal Audit Manager, you will get the chance to steer the function from a global context. This role provides a unique opportunity to create and implement your own policies and procedures whilst also creating the annual audit plans.
This greenfield position will likely change into the Head of Internal Audit and Compliance within the coming years.


What you'll need to succeed

• Well-rounded experience across internal audit and compliance.
• Previous experience within a professional services organisation is desirable but not essential.
• Excellent knowledge of reporting procedures and record keeping.
• Methodical and diligent with outstanding planning abilities

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