Finance Manager We are seeking an experienced Finance Manager to oversee day-to-day financial operations and support strategic decision making. Position: Finance Manager Location: Hybrid part office-based in Kennington, London SE11, with at least one day a week in the office Salary: £33,000 £35,000 pro rata (depending on experience) Hours: Part time, 21 hours per week Contract: Permanent Closing date: 5pm, Friday 10 October 2025 Interview dates: First round week commencing 27 October 2025, second round 4 November 2025 About the Role As Finance Manager, you will play a key role in managing financial processes and ensuring smooth operations. You will: Manage the accounts receivable function ensuring that invoices are raised in a timely manner, receipts are recorded on the accounting system and in liaison with the relevant managers ensure that outstanding balances are followed up on a regular and frequent basis Manage the accounts payable function ensuring that invoices are paid in a timely manner and supporting line managers with coding and uploading via HubDoc as necessary. Monitor entries in HubDoc (the application used to upload invoices to Xero the accounting system used) to ensure any failed or unpublished invoices are followed up and accurately processed Bank and other Balance Sheet account reconciliations Work closely with colleagues in the Programmes team to manage the receipt of income from charitable activities Liaise with the Development team and provide weekly breakdowns of grants and donations received to ensure that income can be properly recorded on the donor database Monitor and reconcile credit card and petty cash payments ensuring that all financial controls are adhered to Supporting the Finance Director with month and year end procedures and reporting About You We are looking for a proactive and organised individual who can work both independently and collaboratively. You will bring: Have a solid understanding and experience of core accounting functions, financial management and bookkeeping ideally in the charity or not for profit sector including managing both accounts receivable and accounts payable Have good Excel skills and demonstrable experience of using accounting systems (we currently use Xero) Have excellent organisational and prioritisation skills, accuracy and attention to detail Have a good understanding of the management of restricted and unrestricted funds in charities Possess good communication skills and the ability to work with both finance and non-finance colleagues Have experience of preparing schedules and documents for external audit Thrive in a small team and are happy to work collaboratively as well as alone on a wide range of finance tasks Hold an accountancy qualification (AAT or similar) or are working towards one and are committed to your own professional development through training, webinars or conferences as relevant In Return You will benefit from: 25 days annual leave (pro rata) plus public holidays and office closure between Christmas and New Year Contributory pension scheme with 5% employer contribution Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support Ongoing in-house and external training opportunities A flexible approach to working to support work-life balance Other roles you may have experience of could include: Finance Officer, Management Accountant, Accounts Manager, Charity Finance Lead, Financial Controller. PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Sep 11, 2025
Full time
Finance Manager We are seeking an experienced Finance Manager to oversee day-to-day financial operations and support strategic decision making. Position: Finance Manager Location: Hybrid part office-based in Kennington, London SE11, with at least one day a week in the office Salary: £33,000 £35,000 pro rata (depending on experience) Hours: Part time, 21 hours per week Contract: Permanent Closing date: 5pm, Friday 10 October 2025 Interview dates: First round week commencing 27 October 2025, second round 4 November 2025 About the Role As Finance Manager, you will play a key role in managing financial processes and ensuring smooth operations. You will: Manage the accounts receivable function ensuring that invoices are raised in a timely manner, receipts are recorded on the accounting system and in liaison with the relevant managers ensure that outstanding balances are followed up on a regular and frequent basis Manage the accounts payable function ensuring that invoices are paid in a timely manner and supporting line managers with coding and uploading via HubDoc as necessary. Monitor entries in HubDoc (the application used to upload invoices to Xero the accounting system used) to ensure any failed or unpublished invoices are followed up and accurately processed Bank and other Balance Sheet account reconciliations Work closely with colleagues in the Programmes team to manage the receipt of income from charitable activities Liaise with the Development team and provide weekly breakdowns of grants and donations received to ensure that income can be properly recorded on the donor database Monitor and reconcile credit card and petty cash payments ensuring that all financial controls are adhered to Supporting the Finance Director with month and year end procedures and reporting About You We are looking for a proactive and organised individual who can work both independently and collaboratively. You will bring: Have a solid understanding and experience of core accounting functions, financial management and bookkeeping ideally in the charity or not for profit sector including managing both accounts receivable and accounts payable Have good Excel skills and demonstrable experience of using accounting systems (we currently use Xero) Have excellent organisational and prioritisation skills, accuracy and attention to detail Have a good understanding of the management of restricted and unrestricted funds in charities Possess good communication skills and the ability to work with both finance and non-finance colleagues Have experience of preparing schedules and documents for external audit Thrive in a small team and are happy to work collaboratively as well as alone on a wide range of finance tasks Hold an accountancy qualification (AAT or similar) or are working towards one and are committed to your own professional development through training, webinars or conferences as relevant In Return You will benefit from: 25 days annual leave (pro rata) plus public holidays and office closure between Christmas and New Year Contributory pension scheme with 5% employer contribution Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support Ongoing in-house and external training opportunities A flexible approach to working to support work-life balance Other roles you may have experience of could include: Finance Officer, Management Accountant, Accounts Manager, Charity Finance Lead, Financial Controller. PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
About us Salary - £48,979 Work Type - Hybrid Job Location - Shell Green Mersey Valley Process Centre, Bennetts Lane, Widnes, Cheshire, WA8 0WB Role Type - Permanent Employment Type - Full Time Working Hours - 37.0 Hours per Week United Utilities' (UU) purpose is to deliver great water for a stronger, greener and healthier North West of England. We are committed to providing our services in a way that respects the environment, supports the economy, and benefits society. We value diversity, inclusion and innovation in our workplace, and we foster a culture where our people can grow, excel, and be themselves. We uphold our ethics, values and business model to fulfil our mission and, by setting clear goals and objectives, we create sustainable long-term value for our colleagues, customers and communities. Whether you work with a team that shares your vision or join a network of peers with similar interests, you will find a welcoming and supportive organisation to be part of. We've got a lot to offer. You'll be part of a thriving FTSE 100 company and will enjoy a range of core benefits that reflect your value and value contribution. Benefits A generous annual leave package of 26 days, which increases to 30 days after four years of service (increases one day per year), in addition to 8 bank holidays A competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution, 21% combined, and life cover Up to 7.5% performance-related bonus scheme, as well as recognition awards for outstanding achievements A comprehensive healthcare plan through our company-funded scheme MyGymDiscounts - gym and wellness benefit that offers up to 25% off on gym memberships and digital fitness subscriptions Best Doctors Salary Finance Wealth at Work courses Deals and discounts EVolve Car Scheme Employee Assistance Plan Mental health first aiders ShareBuy MORE Choices flexible benefits Enhanced parental leave schemes Job Purpose Working in a small team in Bioresources supervising and running all mobile dewatering equipment, planning and organising all rosters to ensure dewatering is available as per the current sludge strategy. You will be ensuring all skips and chemical delivery's are on time. Being available to optimise all fixed and mobile equipment to reduce overheads, while maintaining the correct centrate return to works and cake suitable for all receiving sites and complying with all contractors with external stack holders. Accountabilities & Responsibilities Be able as required to assist with all fixed sites in problem solving and optimising centrifuges Directly responsible for ensuring all rosters for all mobile centrifuges are covered as required for current operational sludge requirments To create, develop and coordinate local action plans to address asset reliability issues, working closely with the maintenance teams in proactively identifying improvement opportunities. To review, analyse and draw accurate conclusions from MI and Performance information. Responsible for analysing and interpreting weekly performance information (KPI's) the area, in readiness for the weekly operational discussions between the Production Manager and their teams Technical Skills & Experience Understanding of Hillers, Alfa Lavel and Flotweg centrifuges & control systems Extensive knowledge required in running maintaining and setting up mobile centrifuges Build relationships with all internal and external stake holders Organisational skills Communication and planning skills Qualifications Essential Qualifications Educated to HNC/Degree level in a scientific or engineering discipline; or equivalent and relevant field experience Mobile centrifuge knowledge is essential Must have a valid driving licence About the Team Extensive travel through the whole Untied Utilities region will be required. Proven track record with working on centrifuges both fixed and mobile. Outstanding problem solving Ability to work on your own and in a small, dedicated team. Flexible approach to work and time early starts and late finishes will be needed. We rely on every employee to ensure our customers receive the best possible service, day in, day out. In return, we ensure that you will be well rewarded for your efforts, from an excellent salary through to development opportunities that will really kick start a thriving career here at UU.
Sep 11, 2025
Full time
About us Salary - £48,979 Work Type - Hybrid Job Location - Shell Green Mersey Valley Process Centre, Bennetts Lane, Widnes, Cheshire, WA8 0WB Role Type - Permanent Employment Type - Full Time Working Hours - 37.0 Hours per Week United Utilities' (UU) purpose is to deliver great water for a stronger, greener and healthier North West of England. We are committed to providing our services in a way that respects the environment, supports the economy, and benefits society. We value diversity, inclusion and innovation in our workplace, and we foster a culture where our people can grow, excel, and be themselves. We uphold our ethics, values and business model to fulfil our mission and, by setting clear goals and objectives, we create sustainable long-term value for our colleagues, customers and communities. Whether you work with a team that shares your vision or join a network of peers with similar interests, you will find a welcoming and supportive organisation to be part of. We've got a lot to offer. You'll be part of a thriving FTSE 100 company and will enjoy a range of core benefits that reflect your value and value contribution. Benefits A generous annual leave package of 26 days, which increases to 30 days after four years of service (increases one day per year), in addition to 8 bank holidays A competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution, 21% combined, and life cover Up to 7.5% performance-related bonus scheme, as well as recognition awards for outstanding achievements A comprehensive healthcare plan through our company-funded scheme MyGymDiscounts - gym and wellness benefit that offers up to 25% off on gym memberships and digital fitness subscriptions Best Doctors Salary Finance Wealth at Work courses Deals and discounts EVolve Car Scheme Employee Assistance Plan Mental health first aiders ShareBuy MORE Choices flexible benefits Enhanced parental leave schemes Job Purpose Working in a small team in Bioresources supervising and running all mobile dewatering equipment, planning and organising all rosters to ensure dewatering is available as per the current sludge strategy. You will be ensuring all skips and chemical delivery's are on time. Being available to optimise all fixed and mobile equipment to reduce overheads, while maintaining the correct centrate return to works and cake suitable for all receiving sites and complying with all contractors with external stack holders. Accountabilities & Responsibilities Be able as required to assist with all fixed sites in problem solving and optimising centrifuges Directly responsible for ensuring all rosters for all mobile centrifuges are covered as required for current operational sludge requirments To create, develop and coordinate local action plans to address asset reliability issues, working closely with the maintenance teams in proactively identifying improvement opportunities. To review, analyse and draw accurate conclusions from MI and Performance information. Responsible for analysing and interpreting weekly performance information (KPI's) the area, in readiness for the weekly operational discussions between the Production Manager and their teams Technical Skills & Experience Understanding of Hillers, Alfa Lavel and Flotweg centrifuges & control systems Extensive knowledge required in running maintaining and setting up mobile centrifuges Build relationships with all internal and external stake holders Organisational skills Communication and planning skills Qualifications Essential Qualifications Educated to HNC/Degree level in a scientific or engineering discipline; or equivalent and relevant field experience Mobile centrifuge knowledge is essential Must have a valid driving licence About the Team Extensive travel through the whole Untied Utilities region will be required. Proven track record with working on centrifuges both fixed and mobile. Outstanding problem solving Ability to work on your own and in a small, dedicated team. Flexible approach to work and time early starts and late finishes will be needed. We rely on every employee to ensure our customers receive the best possible service, day in, day out. In return, we ensure that you will be well rewarded for your efforts, from an excellent salary through to development opportunities that will really kick start a thriving career here at UU.
Salary - £33,056.00 Work Type - Onsite Job Location - Lingley Mere (UU), Lingley Green Avenue, Great Sankey, Warrington, WA5 3LP Role Type - Permanent Employment Type - Full Time Working Hours - 37.0 Hours per Week United Utilities' (UU) purpose is to deliver great water for a stronger, greener and healthier North West of England. We are committed to providing our services in a way that respects the environment, supports the economy, and benefits society. We value diversity, inclusion and innovation in our workplace, and we foster a culture where our people can grow, excel, and be themselves. We uphold our ethics, values and business model to fulfil our mission and, by setting clear goals and objectives, we create sustainable long-term value for our colleagues, customers and communities. Whether you work with a team that shares your vision or join a network of peers with similar interests, you will find a welcoming and supportive organisation to be part of. We've got a lot to offer. You'll be part of a thriving FTSE 100 company and will enjoy a range of core benefits that reflect your value and value contribution. Benefits A generous annual leave package of 26 days, which increases to 30 days after four years of service (increases one day per year), in addition to 8 bank holidays A competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution, 21% combined, and life cover Up to 7.5% performance-related bonus scheme, as well as recognition awards for outstanding achievements A comprehensive healthcare plan through our company-funded scheme MyGymDiscounts - gym and wellness benefit that offers up to 25% off on gym memberships and digital fitness subscriptions Best Doctors Salary Finance Wealth at Work courses Deals and discounts EVolve Car Scheme Employee Assistance Plan Mental health first aiders ShareBuy MORE Choices flexible benefits Enhanced parental leave schemes Job Purpose We have a fantastic opportunity for a?Meter Reading Scheduling Specialist?to join our team! In this role, you'll be responsible for scheduling and jeopardy-managing both appointed and non-appointed meter reads, as well as Customer Account Officer activities across the North West. This includes coordinating physical and passive meter readings for Domestic and Non-Household accounts, and managing appointments for off-cycle reads and supply checks. You'll play a key role in supporting both office and field Team Managers in all aspects of?Meter Data Integrity-including reconciliation, alignment of scheduling activities, and testing where required. You'll also administer the?Temetra Network, working closely with the Integrity Specialist to ensure the ongoing accuracy and maintenance of our meter data. Accountabilities & Responsibilities Liaison with field Team managers establish a strong working relationship to ensure scheduling and resourcing are optimised to support the efficient delivery Develop an excellent understanding of the Temetra Meter Data Management System and its tools to support scheduling activity along with the training and development of new Schedulers Recognised as the Temetra subject matter expert maintaining close working relationships with Temetra. Work closely with the Field Managers and Scheduling & Integrity Team Manager to review and reconcile the entire meter portfolio to ensure alignment between routes across both domestic and retail meter reading Support the testing of fixes, change requests, incidents for anything related to the Temetra Web App and Handheld device in line with the Change Management and Incident process. Technical Skills & Experience Excellent communication skills, ability to dynamically re-plan in a live environment and communicate changes Previous customer contact experience (face to face, phone or internal customers) Ability to develop a high level of competence in the use of Temetra and its scheduling tools Experience of system and integration testing A high level or understanding of data reconciliation, analysis and integrity This role may not be eligible for visa sponsorship We rely on every employee to ensure our customers receive the best possible service, day in, day out. In return, we ensure that you will be well rewarded for your efforts, from an excellent salary through to development opportunities that will really kick start a thriving career here at UU.
Sep 11, 2025
Full time
Salary - £33,056.00 Work Type - Onsite Job Location - Lingley Mere (UU), Lingley Green Avenue, Great Sankey, Warrington, WA5 3LP Role Type - Permanent Employment Type - Full Time Working Hours - 37.0 Hours per Week United Utilities' (UU) purpose is to deliver great water for a stronger, greener and healthier North West of England. We are committed to providing our services in a way that respects the environment, supports the economy, and benefits society. We value diversity, inclusion and innovation in our workplace, and we foster a culture where our people can grow, excel, and be themselves. We uphold our ethics, values and business model to fulfil our mission and, by setting clear goals and objectives, we create sustainable long-term value for our colleagues, customers and communities. Whether you work with a team that shares your vision or join a network of peers with similar interests, you will find a welcoming and supportive organisation to be part of. We've got a lot to offer. You'll be part of a thriving FTSE 100 company and will enjoy a range of core benefits that reflect your value and value contribution. Benefits A generous annual leave package of 26 days, which increases to 30 days after four years of service (increases one day per year), in addition to 8 bank holidays A competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution, 21% combined, and life cover Up to 7.5% performance-related bonus scheme, as well as recognition awards for outstanding achievements A comprehensive healthcare plan through our company-funded scheme MyGymDiscounts - gym and wellness benefit that offers up to 25% off on gym memberships and digital fitness subscriptions Best Doctors Salary Finance Wealth at Work courses Deals and discounts EVolve Car Scheme Employee Assistance Plan Mental health first aiders ShareBuy MORE Choices flexible benefits Enhanced parental leave schemes Job Purpose We have a fantastic opportunity for a?Meter Reading Scheduling Specialist?to join our team! In this role, you'll be responsible for scheduling and jeopardy-managing both appointed and non-appointed meter reads, as well as Customer Account Officer activities across the North West. This includes coordinating physical and passive meter readings for Domestic and Non-Household accounts, and managing appointments for off-cycle reads and supply checks. You'll play a key role in supporting both office and field Team Managers in all aspects of?Meter Data Integrity-including reconciliation, alignment of scheduling activities, and testing where required. You'll also administer the?Temetra Network, working closely with the Integrity Specialist to ensure the ongoing accuracy and maintenance of our meter data. Accountabilities & Responsibilities Liaison with field Team managers establish a strong working relationship to ensure scheduling and resourcing are optimised to support the efficient delivery Develop an excellent understanding of the Temetra Meter Data Management System and its tools to support scheduling activity along with the training and development of new Schedulers Recognised as the Temetra subject matter expert maintaining close working relationships with Temetra. Work closely with the Field Managers and Scheduling & Integrity Team Manager to review and reconcile the entire meter portfolio to ensure alignment between routes across both domestic and retail meter reading Support the testing of fixes, change requests, incidents for anything related to the Temetra Web App and Handheld device in line with the Change Management and Incident process. Technical Skills & Experience Excellent communication skills, ability to dynamically re-plan in a live environment and communicate changes Previous customer contact experience (face to face, phone or internal customers) Ability to develop a high level of competence in the use of Temetra and its scheduling tools Experience of system and integration testing A high level or understanding of data reconciliation, analysis and integrity This role may not be eligible for visa sponsorship We rely on every employee to ensure our customers receive the best possible service, day in, day out. In return, we ensure that you will be well rewarded for your efforts, from an excellent salary through to development opportunities that will really kick start a thriving career here at UU.
We are looking for a motivated & empathetic individual to join the team at Victim Support based at Compass House, Ashford as Initial Support Agents (known internally as Triage & Early Intervention Officers). Are you looking for a new challenge that will be rewarding and make a real difference to people's lives? Do you enjoy talking to people, providing empathy & support, and helping to find solutions to problems? If this sound like you, then we'd love to hear from you What we offer: At Victim Support, we are committed to attracting and retaining the best talent. Our competitive rewards and benefits package includes: Generous Annual Leave : 28 days plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 33 days plus Bank Holidays, with options to buy or sell annual leave. Birthday Leave : An extra day off for your birthday. Pension Plan : 5% employer contribution. Enhanced Allowances : Enhanced sick pay, maternity, and paternity payments. Exclusive Discounts : High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment, and leisure discounts. Financial Wellbeing : Access to our financial wellbeing hub and salary-deducted finance. Wellbeing Support : Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support. Inclusive Networks : Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes. Sustainable Travel : Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loans. Career Development : Ongoing training and support with opportunities for career progression. About the Role: As a Triage & Early Intervention Officer, you will be the first point of contact via telephone, text or email for clients referred to our service. You will conduct comprehensive impact and risk assessments, provide immediate and short-term interventions, and ensure that each client receives tailored support that meets their individual needs. As a Triage & Early Interventions Officer you will: Conduct comprehensive impact & risk assessments for clients. Provide tailored responses to clients' needs, including children and young people and those affected by domestic abuse, ensuring they are aware of their rights. Manage a caseload of clients requiring immediate & short-term interventions, developing support plans & referring to other agencies as needed. Maintain accurate & confidential case management records. Work as part of a team & collaborate with statutory & voluntary agencies to address clients' needs. These roles are based in our Victim Care Unit in Ashford. You will be working shifts Monday to Friday between 8am and 4pm or 12pm and 8pm. Shifts are designated on a rota basis and scheduled well in advance so you can plan ahead. You will be working within a supportive team that is part of a large independent charity which offers the opportunity to develop skills to enhance your ongoing personal development. Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details. About You: Ideally you will have an understanding of the impact of crime & the criminal justice system. Experience in delivering services within a statutory, voluntary, or multi-agency setting is also beneficial. You will need: Strong written & verbal communication skills. Good time management skills. Competent IT skills, able to use generic systems. To work effectively both as part of a team & independently To develop & maintain partnerships with external organisations. The ability to undertake impact & risk assessments. Knowledge of safeguarding issues & legislation related to child protection & vulnerable adults. About Us: Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity providing a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. We work towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System. Everyone at VS is driven by our Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. Working for VS gives you the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing high quality services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change. Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. Victim Support strives to represent the diverse communities we serve and are passionate about creating an environment where all staff and volunteers feel respected and heard. Being a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture is integral to us being able to meet our aim of ensuring that anyone who is a victim of crime gets the support they need. As part of our commitment to the Race at Work Charter we particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. VS is also a Disability Confident Employer and we provide a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role. If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best. How to apply: To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria. We look forward to hearing from you. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.
Sep 11, 2025
Full time
We are looking for a motivated & empathetic individual to join the team at Victim Support based at Compass House, Ashford as Initial Support Agents (known internally as Triage & Early Intervention Officers). Are you looking for a new challenge that will be rewarding and make a real difference to people's lives? Do you enjoy talking to people, providing empathy & support, and helping to find solutions to problems? If this sound like you, then we'd love to hear from you What we offer: At Victim Support, we are committed to attracting and retaining the best talent. Our competitive rewards and benefits package includes: Generous Annual Leave : 28 days plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 33 days plus Bank Holidays, with options to buy or sell annual leave. Birthday Leave : An extra day off for your birthday. Pension Plan : 5% employer contribution. Enhanced Allowances : Enhanced sick pay, maternity, and paternity payments. Exclusive Discounts : High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment, and leisure discounts. Financial Wellbeing : Access to our financial wellbeing hub and salary-deducted finance. Wellbeing Support : Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support. Inclusive Networks : Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes. Sustainable Travel : Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loans. Career Development : Ongoing training and support with opportunities for career progression. About the Role: As a Triage & Early Intervention Officer, you will be the first point of contact via telephone, text or email for clients referred to our service. You will conduct comprehensive impact and risk assessments, provide immediate and short-term interventions, and ensure that each client receives tailored support that meets their individual needs. As a Triage & Early Interventions Officer you will: Conduct comprehensive impact & risk assessments for clients. Provide tailored responses to clients' needs, including children and young people and those affected by domestic abuse, ensuring they are aware of their rights. Manage a caseload of clients requiring immediate & short-term interventions, developing support plans & referring to other agencies as needed. Maintain accurate & confidential case management records. Work as part of a team & collaborate with statutory & voluntary agencies to address clients' needs. These roles are based in our Victim Care Unit in Ashford. You will be working shifts Monday to Friday between 8am and 4pm or 12pm and 8pm. Shifts are designated on a rota basis and scheduled well in advance so you can plan ahead. You will be working within a supportive team that is part of a large independent charity which offers the opportunity to develop skills to enhance your ongoing personal development. Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details. About You: Ideally you will have an understanding of the impact of crime & the criminal justice system. Experience in delivering services within a statutory, voluntary, or multi-agency setting is also beneficial. You will need: Strong written & verbal communication skills. Good time management skills. Competent IT skills, able to use generic systems. To work effectively both as part of a team & independently To develop & maintain partnerships with external organisations. The ability to undertake impact & risk assessments. Knowledge of safeguarding issues & legislation related to child protection & vulnerable adults. About Us: Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity providing a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. We work towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System. Everyone at VS is driven by our Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. Working for VS gives you the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing high quality services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change. Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. Victim Support strives to represent the diverse communities we serve and are passionate about creating an environment where all staff and volunteers feel respected and heard. Being a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture is integral to us being able to meet our aim of ensuring that anyone who is a victim of crime gets the support they need. As part of our commitment to the Race at Work Charter we particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. VS is also a Disability Confident Employer and we provide a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role. If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best. How to apply: To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria. We look forward to hearing from you. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.
4-days a week Payroll & Bookkeeper role with a firm of Accountants based in Lowestoft Your new company Hays Accountancy & Finance are pleased to be supporting one of the most successful and trusted firms of Chartered Accountants in East Anglia, who have been established for nearly 50 years and have built their success and reputation on offering a proactive and professional approach to their clients. They are seeking an experienced, proactive Payroll Officer / Bookkeeper to join their team in Lowestoft. You will play a key role in managing multiple client payrolls across various SME industries, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely processing of a payroll bureau. In addition, you will support general finance tasks, including accounts preparation, bookkeeping and assisting at month-end and year-end close. Your new role You will be supporting their clients in the processing of their payrolls as the firm offers a payroll bureau service to over 230 clients and your core duties will include: Administer weekly, fortnightly, and monthly payrolls for a diverse portfolio of clients Process starters, leavers, and contractual changes; maintain payroll records accurately Manage statutory payments including SSP, SMP, SPP, and pension contributions Ensure compliance with HMRC regulations, including RTI submissions and year-end processes Liaise directly with clients, responding promptly to payroll-related queries Support auto-enrolment procedures and maintain pension scheme records Collaborate with internal teams to align payroll functions with broader finance operations Assist in preparing reports, reconciliations, and financial summaries for management Support general finance activities such as bank reconciliations and invoice processing What you'll need to succeed You will have proven experience of processing payroll, ideally within another firm of chartered accountants or payroll bureau, and possess a strong understanding of UK payroll legislation and HMRC regulations. You will be proficient with payroll software such as Sage Payroll, BrightPay, or IRIS, along with solid skills in Microsoft Excel and general finance systems. This role demands excellent communication and time-management abilities, coupled with a professional approach to confidentiality and handling sensitive information. You will also assist, when required, with general bookkeeping and accounts preparation; however, your key duties will be managing the payroll bureau service. What you'll get in return As explained, this is a 4-day week permanent Payroll & Bookkeeper job based in Lowestoft, paying circa £30,000 pro rata for the 4-days (£23,000 - £24,000), 20 days holidays plus the bank holidays, free parking and pension. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role please contact Cara Whyte at Hays on #
Sep 11, 2025
Full time
4-days a week Payroll & Bookkeeper role with a firm of Accountants based in Lowestoft Your new company Hays Accountancy & Finance are pleased to be supporting one of the most successful and trusted firms of Chartered Accountants in East Anglia, who have been established for nearly 50 years and have built their success and reputation on offering a proactive and professional approach to their clients. They are seeking an experienced, proactive Payroll Officer / Bookkeeper to join their team in Lowestoft. You will play a key role in managing multiple client payrolls across various SME industries, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely processing of a payroll bureau. In addition, you will support general finance tasks, including accounts preparation, bookkeeping and assisting at month-end and year-end close. Your new role You will be supporting their clients in the processing of their payrolls as the firm offers a payroll bureau service to over 230 clients and your core duties will include: Administer weekly, fortnightly, and monthly payrolls for a diverse portfolio of clients Process starters, leavers, and contractual changes; maintain payroll records accurately Manage statutory payments including SSP, SMP, SPP, and pension contributions Ensure compliance with HMRC regulations, including RTI submissions and year-end processes Liaise directly with clients, responding promptly to payroll-related queries Support auto-enrolment procedures and maintain pension scheme records Collaborate with internal teams to align payroll functions with broader finance operations Assist in preparing reports, reconciliations, and financial summaries for management Support general finance activities such as bank reconciliations and invoice processing What you'll need to succeed You will have proven experience of processing payroll, ideally within another firm of chartered accountants or payroll bureau, and possess a strong understanding of UK payroll legislation and HMRC regulations. You will be proficient with payroll software such as Sage Payroll, BrightPay, or IRIS, along with solid skills in Microsoft Excel and general finance systems. This role demands excellent communication and time-management abilities, coupled with a professional approach to confidentiality and handling sensitive information. You will also assist, when required, with general bookkeeping and accounts preparation; however, your key duties will be managing the payroll bureau service. What you'll get in return As explained, this is a 4-day week permanent Payroll & Bookkeeper job based in Lowestoft, paying circa £30,000 pro rata for the 4-days (£23,000 - £24,000), 20 days holidays plus the bank holidays, free parking and pension. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role please contact Cara Whyte at Hays on #
Essex County Council are delighted to be advertising the role of Parish Clerk and Proper Officer of the Council, on behalf of Chigwell Parish Council. Are you an experienced leader with the vision, drive and integrity to make a real difference? If so, this is your chance to step into a high-impact leadership role at the heart of local democracy where your strategic thinking, people management skills and public service will directly shape the future of Chigwell. Chigwell Parish Council are seeking an exceptional and forward-thinking Parish Clerk and Proper Officer to lead the strategic, operational and statutory functions of our Parish Council. The Parish Clerk and Proper Officer is not a traditional clerical role, you ll be the Council s Chief Executive. We are seeking a highly capable individual to lead our team, manage major budgets, drive projects, ensure compliance and guide elected members on complex legal and strategic decisions. This is a role for someone who thrives on variety, challenge and purpose. The Role: Leadership at the Highest Local Level - the successful applicant will be the Council s most senior officer, with full responsibility for strategy, staffing, governance, finance and service delivery Shape a Community s Future - support Councillors in developing innovative policies and leading transformational projects Real Influence and Tangible Results - see the direct impact of your work on residents, infrastructure, and local wellbeing Collaborative, Values-Driven Culture - work alongside passionate elected members, staff and partners committed to sustainability, inclusivity and progress Professional Growth - build your qualifications and leadership credentials with access to training, professional support and the opportunity to earn sector specific certifications (e.g. CiLCA, IOSH) Person Specification: A confident and creative leader, calm under pressure and passionate about public service. You bring integrity, diplomacy and a people-first mindset to every decision. You re equally comfortable advising Councillors in a meeting as you are shaping the Council s next five-year plan or guiding a local stakeholder partnership Essential/Desirable Criteria: A strong general education (minimum 3 A-levels and 5 GCSEs incl. English & Maths). Proven leadership and strategic planning experience in a complex, regulated environment. Direct responsibility for managing teams, operations, and a budget of at least £300K. Skilled in financial planning, compliance and writing reports that shape decisions. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - you ll be the voice and face of the Council. Highly competent in IT (Microsoft 365, Teams, digital tools like Copilot). A clear understanding of governance, transparency, data protection and public accountability CiLCA or a qualification in Community Governance. IOSH/NEBOSH certification Project management qualifications or experience delivering public-facing projects. Familiarity with local government law, planning systems and FOI/GDPR frameworks. Willingness to work occasional evenings/weekends Full, clean UK driving licence Commitment to ongoing professional development About Chigwell Parish Council? The Parish of Chigwell is located in the Southwest of the Epping Forest District. The Parishes of Buckhurst Hill and Loughton border it to the North and the Parish of Lambourne to the East. The Western and Southern borders are within the London Borough of Redbridge. For more information click HERE.
Sep 11, 2025
Full time
Essex County Council are delighted to be advertising the role of Parish Clerk and Proper Officer of the Council, on behalf of Chigwell Parish Council. Are you an experienced leader with the vision, drive and integrity to make a real difference? If so, this is your chance to step into a high-impact leadership role at the heart of local democracy where your strategic thinking, people management skills and public service will directly shape the future of Chigwell. Chigwell Parish Council are seeking an exceptional and forward-thinking Parish Clerk and Proper Officer to lead the strategic, operational and statutory functions of our Parish Council. The Parish Clerk and Proper Officer is not a traditional clerical role, you ll be the Council s Chief Executive. We are seeking a highly capable individual to lead our team, manage major budgets, drive projects, ensure compliance and guide elected members on complex legal and strategic decisions. This is a role for someone who thrives on variety, challenge and purpose. The Role: Leadership at the Highest Local Level - the successful applicant will be the Council s most senior officer, with full responsibility for strategy, staffing, governance, finance and service delivery Shape a Community s Future - support Councillors in developing innovative policies and leading transformational projects Real Influence and Tangible Results - see the direct impact of your work on residents, infrastructure, and local wellbeing Collaborative, Values-Driven Culture - work alongside passionate elected members, staff and partners committed to sustainability, inclusivity and progress Professional Growth - build your qualifications and leadership credentials with access to training, professional support and the opportunity to earn sector specific certifications (e.g. CiLCA, IOSH) Person Specification: A confident and creative leader, calm under pressure and passionate about public service. You bring integrity, diplomacy and a people-first mindset to every decision. You re equally comfortable advising Councillors in a meeting as you are shaping the Council s next five-year plan or guiding a local stakeholder partnership Essential/Desirable Criteria: A strong general education (minimum 3 A-levels and 5 GCSEs incl. English & Maths). Proven leadership and strategic planning experience in a complex, regulated environment. Direct responsibility for managing teams, operations, and a budget of at least £300K. Skilled in financial planning, compliance and writing reports that shape decisions. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - you ll be the voice and face of the Council. Highly competent in IT (Microsoft 365, Teams, digital tools like Copilot). A clear understanding of governance, transparency, data protection and public accountability CiLCA or a qualification in Community Governance. IOSH/NEBOSH certification Project management qualifications or experience delivering public-facing projects. Familiarity with local government law, planning systems and FOI/GDPR frameworks. Willingness to work occasional evenings/weekends Full, clean UK driving licence Commitment to ongoing professional development About Chigwell Parish Council? The Parish of Chigwell is located in the Southwest of the Epping Forest District. The Parishes of Buckhurst Hill and Loughton border it to the North and the Parish of Lambourne to the East. The Western and Southern borders are within the London Borough of Redbridge. For more information click HERE.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Triage & Early Intervention Officer (External Services) to join the National Contact Centre team in Cardiff, working 37.5 hours a week. This is for 12 months fixed term. Do you want to make a difference every day? Do you want to contribute to change & improvement for those who need it? Do you have resilience & adaptability? Can you work effectively with a focus on customer service and care? If yes, then we'd love to hear from you What we offer: At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including: 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days plus Bank Holidays An extra day off for your birthday & options to buy or sell annual leave Pension with 5% employer contribution Enhanced sick pay allowances, maternity & paternity payments High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment & leisure discounts Access to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted finance Employee assistance programme & wellbeing support Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes Cycle to work scheme & season ticket loans Ongoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progression About the role: This role is based at our National Contact Centre in Cardiff. As a Triage & Early Interventions Officer you will: - Act as the first point of contact for clients referred in to the service, ensuring that comprehensive impact and risks assessments are completed and a tailored response to each client's needs is provided. Carry a caseload of clients who require more immediate and short term interventions, referring on those with more long term needs either internally or externally. Ensure each victim receives an individually appropriate tailored support and information service that fully meets their needs, keeping complex needs central to all processes and decisions. Ensure that support plans are developed with clients where appropriate. Maintain accurate and confidential case management records and contribute to monitoring information for the service. Work as part of a team to ensure that all outcomes and KPI measures are met relevant to the local contract. You will need: The ability to undertake impact and risks assessments and identify appropriate support The ability to manage a demanding workload and to meet a range of conflicting deadlines Excellent telephone and IT skills required to use a database and undertake all administrative and reporting requirements Experience of delivering a service and working directly with clients in a statutory, voluntary or community work setting Experience of safeguarding issues and legislation relating to both child protection and vulnerable adults Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details. About Us: Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity providing a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. We work towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System. Everyone at VS is driven by our Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. Working for VS gives you the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing high quality services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change. Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. Victim Support strives to represent the diverse communities we serve and are passionate about creating an environment where all staff and volunteers feel respected and heard. Being a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture is integral to us being able to meet our aim of ensuring that anyone who is a victim of crime gets the support they need. As part of our commitment to the Race at Work Charter we particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. VS is also a Disability Confident Employer and we provide a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role. If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best. How to apply: To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria. We look forward to hearing from you. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.
Sep 11, 2025
Full time
We have an exciting opportunity for a Triage & Early Intervention Officer (External Services) to join the National Contact Centre team in Cardiff, working 37.5 hours a week. This is for 12 months fixed term. Do you want to make a difference every day? Do you want to contribute to change & improvement for those who need it? Do you have resilience & adaptability? Can you work effectively with a focus on customer service and care? If yes, then we'd love to hear from you What we offer: At Victim Support we believe in attracting & retaining the best people and offer a competitive rewards & benefits package including: 28 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 33 days plus Bank Holidays An extra day off for your birthday & options to buy or sell annual leave Pension with 5% employer contribution Enhanced sick pay allowances, maternity & paternity payments High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment & leisure discounts Access to our financial wellbeing hub & salary deducted finance Employee assistance programme & wellbeing support Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes Cycle to work scheme & season ticket loans Ongoing training & support with opportunities for career development & progression About the role: This role is based at our National Contact Centre in Cardiff. As a Triage & Early Interventions Officer you will: - Act as the first point of contact for clients referred in to the service, ensuring that comprehensive impact and risks assessments are completed and a tailored response to each client's needs is provided. Carry a caseload of clients who require more immediate and short term interventions, referring on those with more long term needs either internally or externally. Ensure each victim receives an individually appropriate tailored support and information service that fully meets their needs, keeping complex needs central to all processes and decisions. Ensure that support plans are developed with clients where appropriate. Maintain accurate and confidential case management records and contribute to monitoring information for the service. Work as part of a team to ensure that all outcomes and KPI measures are met relevant to the local contract. You will need: The ability to undertake impact and risks assessments and identify appropriate support The ability to manage a demanding workload and to meet a range of conflicting deadlines Excellent telephone and IT skills required to use a database and undertake all administrative and reporting requirements Experience of delivering a service and working directly with clients in a statutory, voluntary or community work setting Experience of safeguarding issues and legislation relating to both child protection and vulnerable adults Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details. About Us: Victim Support (VS) is an independent charity providing a range of specialist services to people who have been affected by crime across England and Wales. We work towards a world where there are fewer victims but who have stronger rights, better support and a real influence in the Criminal Justice System. Everyone at VS is driven by our Vision Ambitions and Values to play their part in making a difference for those who experience crime and traumatic events. Working for VS gives you the opportunity to play a key role in a national charity providing high quality services to victims and witnesses and being a vital force for change. Victim Support are committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. Victim Support strives to represent the diverse communities we serve and are passionate about creating an environment where all staff and volunteers feel respected and heard. Being a diverse organisation with an inclusive culture is integral to us being able to meet our aim of ensuring that anyone who is a victim of crime gets the support they need. As part of our commitment to the Race at Work Charter we particularly welcome applicants from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities. VS is also a Disability Confident Employer and we provide a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for candidates that are disabled and meet all essential criteria for a role. If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best. How to apply: To apply for this role please follow the link below to the Jobs page on our website and complete the application form demonstrating how you meet the essential shortlisting criteria. We look forward to hearing from you. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date. If you have already registered & started an application, then we will contact you to advise of the amended closing date wherever possible.
The post-holder will be part of the Commissioning Team and work closely with Service Managers, Senior Practitioners and Care Managers to source, arrange and amend packages of care, placements in residential and nursing homes and supported living services. This may involve regularly dealing with complex and/or contentious issues. The Brokerage Officer will act following the policies and procedures set out for the Brokerage Team to ensure that appropriate standards are met and value for money achieved in the procurement and delivery of services. The Brokerage officer will ensure all placements are facilitated within the councils Standing Orders Carrying out a placement brokerage role within an adult services context e.g older people, learning disabilities and mental health services. To work within the Commissioning Team to contribute effectively to market management initiatives. To work effectively with the Information and Assessment Team, Care Management Teams, Hospital Discharge and Finance Teams To maintain accuracy in record keeping and ensure consistent recording practice on Mosaic that will provide robust financial information for the budgets forecasting and community care charging purposes. To ensure corporate standards for customer service are met and that sensitive and confidential information and political matters are handled discretely and sensitively at all times.
Sep 11, 2025
Contractor
The post-holder will be part of the Commissioning Team and work closely with Service Managers, Senior Practitioners and Care Managers to source, arrange and amend packages of care, placements in residential and nursing homes and supported living services. This may involve regularly dealing with complex and/or contentious issues. The Brokerage Officer will act following the policies and procedures set out for the Brokerage Team to ensure that appropriate standards are met and value for money achieved in the procurement and delivery of services. The Brokerage officer will ensure all placements are facilitated within the councils Standing Orders Carrying out a placement brokerage role within an adult services context e.g older people, learning disabilities and mental health services. To work within the Commissioning Team to contribute effectively to market management initiatives. To work effectively with the Information and Assessment Team, Care Management Teams, Hospital Discharge and Finance Teams To maintain accuracy in record keeping and ensure consistent recording practice on Mosaic that will provide robust financial information for the budgets forecasting and community care charging purposes. To ensure corporate standards for customer service are met and that sensitive and confidential information and political matters are handled discretely and sensitively at all times.
We re recruiting on behalf of an established not-for-profit organisation that offers a friendly and supportive working environment, along with the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of young people. You ll also get industry-leading benefits, including enhanced annual leave entitlement, enhanced pension, and access to health and wellbeing support via Occupational Health. What you ll do: As a CFO, you ll lead all financial aspects of the organisation, ensuring that robust financial strategies and systems are in place to support excellence and sustainable growth. You ll be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the central finance function, providing leadership and guidance to the finance team. In this role, you ll add significant value by implementing effective financial controls, processes, and reporting systems that enhance resource management across multiple sites. As a trusted member of the senior leadership team, you ll work closely with the CEO and Board of Trustees, collaborating on strategic initiatives to maximise funding, support financial sustainability, and maintain accountability to stakeholders. What you ll need We re looking for a senior finance professional who wants to make a tangible difference in a highly rewarding role To be considered, you ll need: Previous experience as a Finance Director, Chief Finance Officer (CFO) or Senior Finance position. Qualified to CIMA / ACCA / ACA The ability to build relationships with key stakeholders throughout the business Previous experience within education or a public sector organisation would be beneficial Role Details: Salary up to £100,000 Enhanced Annual Leave plus Bank holidays Enhanced Company-contributed pension scheme Full Benefits Package
Sep 11, 2025
Full time
We re recruiting on behalf of an established not-for-profit organisation that offers a friendly and supportive working environment, along with the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of young people. You ll also get industry-leading benefits, including enhanced annual leave entitlement, enhanced pension, and access to health and wellbeing support via Occupational Health. What you ll do: As a CFO, you ll lead all financial aspects of the organisation, ensuring that robust financial strategies and systems are in place to support excellence and sustainable growth. You ll be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the central finance function, providing leadership and guidance to the finance team. In this role, you ll add significant value by implementing effective financial controls, processes, and reporting systems that enhance resource management across multiple sites. As a trusted member of the senior leadership team, you ll work closely with the CEO and Board of Trustees, collaborating on strategic initiatives to maximise funding, support financial sustainability, and maintain accountability to stakeholders. What you ll need We re looking for a senior finance professional who wants to make a tangible difference in a highly rewarding role To be considered, you ll need: Previous experience as a Finance Director, Chief Finance Officer (CFO) or Senior Finance position. Qualified to CIMA / ACCA / ACA The ability to build relationships with key stakeholders throughout the business Previous experience within education or a public sector organisation would be beneficial Role Details: Salary up to £100,000 Enhanced Annual Leave plus Bank holidays Enhanced Company-contributed pension scheme Full Benefits Package
Accounts Payable Officer, Hybrid, Solihull, £28000 Your new company A well-known private sector organisation based in the Solihull area. Please apply for further details. Your new role This is an interim role to begin with the possibility of a permanent role. It is a hybrid position, with the organisation only requiring 1 day a week in the office and flexibility in working hours if required. What you'll need to succeed CIS experience (very desirable) Experience within a finance setting, specifically Accounts Payable Able to work well within a team Sage exposure 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. #
Sep 11, 2025
Seasonal
Accounts Payable Officer, Hybrid, Solihull, £28000 Your new company A well-known private sector organisation based in the Solihull area. Please apply for further details. Your new role This is an interim role to begin with the possibility of a permanent role. It is a hybrid position, with the organisation only requiring 1 day a week in the office and flexibility in working hours if required. What you'll need to succeed CIS experience (very desirable) Experience within a finance setting, specifically Accounts Payable Able to work well within a team Sage exposure 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. #
My Four Wheels are one of the most trusted and fastest growing driving school in the UK with 200 driving instructors currently on the road and hundreds in our training programme who will be hitting the roads shortly. There is currently a record number of learner drivers who need teaching due to test centre backlogs due to covid. In the last 12 months our Driving Instructors hourly rates have increased on average by 3 per hour due to the high demand. Additionally, over 70% of our Driving Instructors have waiting lists, some as long as 6 months. There has never been a better time to become a driving instructor. Is becoming a Driving Instructor the right career choice for you? Are you reliable? Are you punctual? Are you patient? Do you have good customer service skills? Do you enjoy working with new people? If you answered yes to all the above, then this could be the new career choice for you. Anyone can become a Driving Instructor, recently we have recruited people from the following industries -Driving industry (HGV driver, delivery driver, van driver, LGV driver and bus driver). Finance industry (finance manager, accountant, analysts, supervisor and director). IT industry (IT support, cyber security, web designer, engineers and web developer). Health industry (care assistant, care manager, care trainers, doctors and nurses). Education industry (teacher, teaching assistant, admin officer, personal assistant and lecturer). - Full training is provided and is conducted as local to you as possible. - Not only are our pass rates way above the industry average, but we also refund all of your training fees back when you work with us. - To apply become a Driving Instructor, you must meet the following criteria -Have held a full UK driving licence (or approved foreign licence) for at least 2 1/2 years - Have not been banned from driving in the last 4 years - Have no more than 6 points on your licence.
Sep 11, 2025
Full time
My Four Wheels are one of the most trusted and fastest growing driving school in the UK with 200 driving instructors currently on the road and hundreds in our training programme who will be hitting the roads shortly. There is currently a record number of learner drivers who need teaching due to test centre backlogs due to covid. In the last 12 months our Driving Instructors hourly rates have increased on average by 3 per hour due to the high demand. Additionally, over 70% of our Driving Instructors have waiting lists, some as long as 6 months. There has never been a better time to become a driving instructor. Is becoming a Driving Instructor the right career choice for you? Are you reliable? Are you punctual? Are you patient? Do you have good customer service skills? Do you enjoy working with new people? If you answered yes to all the above, then this could be the new career choice for you. Anyone can become a Driving Instructor, recently we have recruited people from the following industries -Driving industry (HGV driver, delivery driver, van driver, LGV driver and bus driver). Finance industry (finance manager, accountant, analysts, supervisor and director). IT industry (IT support, cyber security, web designer, engineers and web developer). Health industry (care assistant, care manager, care trainers, doctors and nurses). Education industry (teacher, teaching assistant, admin officer, personal assistant and lecturer). - Full training is provided and is conducted as local to you as possible. - Not only are our pass rates way above the industry average, but we also refund all of your training fees back when you work with us. - To apply become a Driving Instructor, you must meet the following criteria -Have held a full UK driving licence (or approved foreign licence) for at least 2 1/2 years - Have not been banned from driving in the last 4 years - Have no more than 6 points on your licence.
My Four Wheels are one of the most trusted and fastest growing driving school in the UK with 200 driving instructors currently on the road and hundreds in our training programme who will be hitting the roads shortly. There is currently a record number of learner drivers who need teaching due to test centre backlogs due to covid. In the last 12 months our Driving Instructors hourly rates have increased on average by 3 per hour due to the high demand. Additionally, over 70% of our Driving Instructors have waiting lists, some as long as 6 months. There has never been a better time to become a driving instructor. Is becoming a Driving Instructor the right career choice for you? Are you reliable? Are you punctual? Are you patient? Do you have good customer service skills? Do you enjoy working with new people? If you answered yes to all the above, then this could be the new career choice for you. Anyone can become a Driving Instructor, recently we have recruited people from the following industries -Driving industry (HGV driver, delivery driver, van driver, LGV driver and bus driver). Finance industry (finance manager, accountant, analysts, supervisor and director). IT industry (IT support, cyber security, web designer, engineers and web developer). Health industry (care assistant, care manager, care trainers, doctors and nurses). Education industry (teacher, teaching assistant, admin officer, personal assistant and lecturer). - Full training is provided and is conducted as local to you as possible. - Not only are our pass rates way above the industry average, but we also refund all of your training fees back when you work with us. - To apply become a Driving Instructor, you must meet the following criteria -Have held a full UK driving licence (or approved foreign licence) for at least 2 1/2 years - Have not been banned from driving in the last 4 years - Have no more than 6 points on your licence.
Sep 11, 2025
Full time
My Four Wheels are one of the most trusted and fastest growing driving school in the UK with 200 driving instructors currently on the road and hundreds in our training programme who will be hitting the roads shortly. There is currently a record number of learner drivers who need teaching due to test centre backlogs due to covid. In the last 12 months our Driving Instructors hourly rates have increased on average by 3 per hour due to the high demand. Additionally, over 70% of our Driving Instructors have waiting lists, some as long as 6 months. There has never been a better time to become a driving instructor. Is becoming a Driving Instructor the right career choice for you? Are you reliable? Are you punctual? Are you patient? Do you have good customer service skills? Do you enjoy working with new people? If you answered yes to all the above, then this could be the new career choice for you. Anyone can become a Driving Instructor, recently we have recruited people from the following industries -Driving industry (HGV driver, delivery driver, van driver, LGV driver and bus driver). Finance industry (finance manager, accountant, analysts, supervisor and director). IT industry (IT support, cyber security, web designer, engineers and web developer). Health industry (care assistant, care manager, care trainers, doctors and nurses). Education industry (teacher, teaching assistant, admin officer, personal assistant and lecturer). - Full training is provided and is conducted as local to you as possible. - Not only are our pass rates way above the industry average, but we also refund all of your training fees back when you work with us. - To apply become a Driving Instructor, you must meet the following criteria -Have held a full UK driving licence (or approved foreign licence) for at least 2 1/2 years - Have not been banned from driving in the last 4 years - Have no more than 6 points on your licence.
Job Title: Director of Transactional Finance & Shared Services Location: London (with team members based in Kuala Lumpur, London, and Houston) Reports to: Chief Financial Officer Robert Walters is delighted to be partnering with a leading global organisation operating across multiple sectors. With operations spanning 11 offices in six countries and generating revenues of £150m, this private equity-backed business is renowned for its expertise in delivering innovative solutions and services worldwide. We are currently supporting them in the search for a highly skilled Director of Transactional Finance & Shared Services to join their team in London. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a newly centralised function, drive operational excellence, and shape the future of transactional finance within a dynamic organisation. Role Overview: The Director of Transactional Finance & Shared Services will oversee all aspects of transaction processing across the business, with a particular focus on payroll and billing processes for contractors. This role involves leading the transformation from regional finance teams to a centralised structure, optimising processes for accuracy and efficiency, and driving continuous improvement through automation and collaboration with IT and sales stakeholders. This is a unique opportunity to build and shape a new team while influencing key decisions around structure and hiring. Once operational, the focus will shift towards delivering measurable outcomes through KPIs, refining upstream processes, and enhancing customer service. Key Responsibilities: Payroll & Billing Oversight: Ensure contractors are paid accurately and on time across all jurisdictions. Oversee related payroll submissions and ensure timely customer invoicing. Credit Control Management: Lead the global credit control function to optimise cash collection processes. Accounts Payable & Receivable: Oversee accounts payable, staff expenses, and accounts receivable processes globally. Process Improvement: Continuously refine finance processes to drive efficiency and identify opportunities for automation. Collaborate with IT to deliver technology solutions that enhance operations. Upstream Process Optimisation: Partner with sales stakeholders to ensure clean data flow into finance systems by improving upstream processes. Policy Ownership: Develop policies governing upstream processes and work with stakeholders (e.g., commercial finance, HR, sales enablement) to embed these policies into behaviours across the organisation. Commercial Judgements: Act as an escalation point for decisions around customer credit limits, non-standard billing exceptions, or contractors working without purchase orders. System Ownership: Serve as the business owner of the pay-and-bill system, liaising with vendors and IT support for day-to-day releases and minor system developments. KPI Dashboard Development: Devise and own an operational finance KPI dashboard to monitor performance metrics effectively. Brief senior stakeholders on issues and translate them into actionable plans with clear accountability. Key Competencies & Skills: Proven experience operating in multi-jurisdictional environments with teams located across different regions. Experience in contract-based environments with knowledge of pay-and-bill processes is highly advantageous. Shared services experience with evidence of driving continuous improvement essential. Demonstrated ability to optimise team structures for leaner, more efficient operations; experience in offshoring/outsourcing is beneficial. Methodical approach with strong process-driven skills; able to design policies that translate into tangible actions embedded within organisational behaviours. Data-driven mindset with a history of using analytics to refine processes and improve efficiency. Customer-focused mentality capable of fostering this approach within teams to deliver exceptional service beyond basic processing tasks. Proven leadership skills with a track record of upskilling teams to achieve better business outcomes. Confident communicator who can adapt presentation style for diverse stakeholders. Why Join This Organisation? This is an exceptional opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation at a pivotal moment in its transformation journey. As part of the leadership team, you'll have the chance to shape a new centralised function while driving innovation, efficiency, and customer service excellence across global operations. Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
Sep 11, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Director of Transactional Finance & Shared Services Location: London (with team members based in Kuala Lumpur, London, and Houston) Reports to: Chief Financial Officer Robert Walters is delighted to be partnering with a leading global organisation operating across multiple sectors. With operations spanning 11 offices in six countries and generating revenues of £150m, this private equity-backed business is renowned for its expertise in delivering innovative solutions and services worldwide. We are currently supporting them in the search for a highly skilled Director of Transactional Finance & Shared Services to join their team in London. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a newly centralised function, drive operational excellence, and shape the future of transactional finance within a dynamic organisation. Role Overview: The Director of Transactional Finance & Shared Services will oversee all aspects of transaction processing across the business, with a particular focus on payroll and billing processes for contractors. This role involves leading the transformation from regional finance teams to a centralised structure, optimising processes for accuracy and efficiency, and driving continuous improvement through automation and collaboration with IT and sales stakeholders. This is a unique opportunity to build and shape a new team while influencing key decisions around structure and hiring. Once operational, the focus will shift towards delivering measurable outcomes through KPIs, refining upstream processes, and enhancing customer service. Key Responsibilities: Payroll & Billing Oversight: Ensure contractors are paid accurately and on time across all jurisdictions. Oversee related payroll submissions and ensure timely customer invoicing. Credit Control Management: Lead the global credit control function to optimise cash collection processes. Accounts Payable & Receivable: Oversee accounts payable, staff expenses, and accounts receivable processes globally. Process Improvement: Continuously refine finance processes to drive efficiency and identify opportunities for automation. Collaborate with IT to deliver technology solutions that enhance operations. Upstream Process Optimisation: Partner with sales stakeholders to ensure clean data flow into finance systems by improving upstream processes. Policy Ownership: Develop policies governing upstream processes and work with stakeholders (e.g., commercial finance, HR, sales enablement) to embed these policies into behaviours across the organisation. Commercial Judgements: Act as an escalation point for decisions around customer credit limits, non-standard billing exceptions, or contractors working without purchase orders. System Ownership: Serve as the business owner of the pay-and-bill system, liaising with vendors and IT support for day-to-day releases and minor system developments. KPI Dashboard Development: Devise and own an operational finance KPI dashboard to monitor performance metrics effectively. Brief senior stakeholders on issues and translate them into actionable plans with clear accountability. Key Competencies & Skills: Proven experience operating in multi-jurisdictional environments with teams located across different regions. Experience in contract-based environments with knowledge of pay-and-bill processes is highly advantageous. Shared services experience with evidence of driving continuous improvement essential. Demonstrated ability to optimise team structures for leaner, more efficient operations; experience in offshoring/outsourcing is beneficial. Methodical approach with strong process-driven skills; able to design policies that translate into tangible actions embedded within organisational behaviours. Data-driven mindset with a history of using analytics to refine processes and improve efficiency. Customer-focused mentality capable of fostering this approach within teams to deliver exceptional service beyond basic processing tasks. Proven leadership skills with a track record of upskilling teams to achieve better business outcomes. Confident communicator who can adapt presentation style for diverse stakeholders. Why Join This Organisation? This is an exceptional opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation at a pivotal moment in its transformation journey. As part of the leadership team, you'll have the chance to shape a new centralised function while driving innovation, efficiency, and customer service excellence across global operations. Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
My Four Wheels are one of the most trusted and fastest growing driving school in the UK with 200 driving instructors currently on the road and hundreds in our training programme who will be hitting the roads shortly. There is currently a record number of learner drivers who need teaching due to test centre backlogs due to covid. In the last 12 months our Driving Instructors hourly rates have increased on average by 3 per hour due to the high demand. Additionally, over 70% of our Driving Instructors have waiting lists, some as long as 6 months. There has never been a better time to become a driving instructor. Is becoming a Driving Instructor the right career choice for you? Are you reliable? Are you punctual? Are you patient? Do you have good customer service skills? Do you enjoy working with new people? If you answered yes to all the above, then this could be the new career choice for you. Anyone can become a Driving Instructor, recently we have recruited people from the following industries -Driving industry (HGV driver, delivery driver, van driver, LGV driver and bus driver). Finance industry (finance manager, accountant, analysts, supervisor and director). IT industry (IT support, cyber security, web designer, engineers and web developer). Health industry (care assistant, care manager, care trainers, doctors and nurses). Education industry (teacher, teaching assistant, admin officer, personal assistant and lecturer). - Full training is provided and is conducted as local to you as possible. - Not only are our pass rates way above the industry average, but we also refund all of your training fees back when you work with us. - To apply become a Driving Instructor, you must meet the following criteria -Have held a full UK driving licence (or approved foreign licence) for at least 2 1/2 years - Have not been banned from driving in the last 4 years - Have no more than 6 points on your licence.
Sep 11, 2025
Full time
My Four Wheels are one of the most trusted and fastest growing driving school in the UK with 200 driving instructors currently on the road and hundreds in our training programme who will be hitting the roads shortly. There is currently a record number of learner drivers who need teaching due to test centre backlogs due to covid. In the last 12 months our Driving Instructors hourly rates have increased on average by 3 per hour due to the high demand. Additionally, over 70% of our Driving Instructors have waiting lists, some as long as 6 months. There has never been a better time to become a driving instructor. Is becoming a Driving Instructor the right career choice for you? Are you reliable? Are you punctual? Are you patient? Do you have good customer service skills? Do you enjoy working with new people? If you answered yes to all the above, then this could be the new career choice for you. Anyone can become a Driving Instructor, recently we have recruited people from the following industries -Driving industry (HGV driver, delivery driver, van driver, LGV driver and bus driver). Finance industry (finance manager, accountant, analysts, supervisor and director). IT industry (IT support, cyber security, web designer, engineers and web developer). Health industry (care assistant, care manager, care trainers, doctors and nurses). Education industry (teacher, teaching assistant, admin officer, personal assistant and lecturer). - Full training is provided and is conducted as local to you as possible. - Not only are our pass rates way above the industry average, but we also refund all of your training fees back when you work with us. - To apply become a Driving Instructor, you must meet the following criteria -Have held a full UK driving licence (or approved foreign licence) for at least 2 1/2 years - Have not been banned from driving in the last 4 years - Have no more than 6 points on your licence.
Payroll Officer job in Glasgow with hybrid working Your new company Our client is recruiting for a Payroll Officer to join their team on a permanent basis. The hours of work are Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm. The organisation offers hybrid working upon successful completion of probation, with 3 days in office and 2 days from home. The offices can be easily accessed by public transport. Your new role Reporting to the HR Manager and working as part of the HR team, you will undertake sole responsibility for payroll processing (although you will have the support of an HR Administrator). Your duties will include, but will not be limited to; payroll processing, management of pensions, HMRC compliance, reporting for internal stakeholders and external bodies, processing starters and leavers, handling queries, salary adjustments, processing bonuses and general associated payroll administration. What you'll need to succeed You will be an experienced payroll professional with your experience gained ideally in a corporate environment. You will be comfortable working independently whilst operating as part of a team. Attention to detail and professional communication skills are essential. What you'll get in return This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established organisation in a role in which you can work to your own initiative whilst also operating as part of an experienced HR function. 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. #
Sep 11, 2025
Full time
Payroll Officer job in Glasgow with hybrid working Your new company Our client is recruiting for a Payroll Officer to join their team on a permanent basis. The hours of work are Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm. The organisation offers hybrid working upon successful completion of probation, with 3 days in office and 2 days from home. The offices can be easily accessed by public transport. Your new role Reporting to the HR Manager and working as part of the HR team, you will undertake sole responsibility for payroll processing (although you will have the support of an HR Administrator). Your duties will include, but will not be limited to; payroll processing, management of pensions, HMRC compliance, reporting for internal stakeholders and external bodies, processing starters and leavers, handling queries, salary adjustments, processing bonuses and general associated payroll administration. What you'll need to succeed You will be an experienced payroll professional with your experience gained ideally in a corporate environment. You will be comfortable working independently whilst operating as part of a team. Attention to detail and professional communication skills are essential. What you'll get in return This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established organisation in a role in which you can work to your own initiative whilst also operating as part of an experienced HR function. 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. #
My Four Wheels are one of the most trusted and fastest growing driving school in the UK with 200 driving instructors currently on the road and hundreds in our training programme who will be hitting the roads shortly. There is currently a record number of learner drivers who need teaching due to test centre backlogs due to covid. In the last 12 months our Driving Instructors hourly rates have increased on average by 3 per hour due to the high demand. Additionally, over 70% of our Driving Instructors have waiting lists, some as long as 6 months. There has never been a better time to become a driving instructor. Is becoming a Driving Instructor the right career choice for you? Are you reliable? Are you punctual? Are you patient? Do you have good customer service skills? Do you enjoy working with new people? If you answered yes to all the above, then this could be the new career choice for you. Anyone can become a Driving Instructor, recently we have recruited people from the following industries -Driving industry (HGV driver, delivery driver, van driver, LGV driver and bus driver). Finance industry (finance manager, accountant, analysts, supervisor and director). IT industry (IT support, cyber security, web designer, engineers and web developer). Health industry (care assistant, care manager, care trainers, doctors and nurses). Education industry (teacher, teaching assistant, admin officer, personal assistant and lecturer). - Full training is provided and is conducted as local to you as possible. - Not only are our pass rates way above the industry average, but we also refund all of your training fees back when you work with us. - To apply become a Driving Instructor, you must meet the following criteria -Have held a full UK driving licence (or approved foreign licence) for at least 2 1/2 years - Have not been banned from driving in the last 4 years - Have no more than 6 points on your licence.
Sep 11, 2025
Full time
My Four Wheels are one of the most trusted and fastest growing driving school in the UK with 200 driving instructors currently on the road and hundreds in our training programme who will be hitting the roads shortly. There is currently a record number of learner drivers who need teaching due to test centre backlogs due to covid. In the last 12 months our Driving Instructors hourly rates have increased on average by 3 per hour due to the high demand. Additionally, over 70% of our Driving Instructors have waiting lists, some as long as 6 months. There has never been a better time to become a driving instructor. Is becoming a Driving Instructor the right career choice for you? Are you reliable? Are you punctual? Are you patient? Do you have good customer service skills? Do you enjoy working with new people? If you answered yes to all the above, then this could be the new career choice for you. Anyone can become a Driving Instructor, recently we have recruited people from the following industries -Driving industry (HGV driver, delivery driver, van driver, LGV driver and bus driver). Finance industry (finance manager, accountant, analysts, supervisor and director). IT industry (IT support, cyber security, web designer, engineers and web developer). Health industry (care assistant, care manager, care trainers, doctors and nurses). Education industry (teacher, teaching assistant, admin officer, personal assistant and lecturer). - Full training is provided and is conducted as local to you as possible. - Not only are our pass rates way above the industry average, but we also refund all of your training fees back when you work with us. - To apply become a Driving Instructor, you must meet the following criteria -Have held a full UK driving licence (or approved foreign licence) for at least 2 1/2 years - Have not been banned from driving in the last 4 years - Have no more than 6 points on your licence.
The Vacancy OVERALL SUMMARY At Close Brothers we look to recruit individuals from all different backgrounds and encourage you to apply even if you don't tick every box. We celebrate diversity, promote inclusivity and are open to discuss flexible work options to help you balance your work and home life. Join the Close Brothers Finance Team where you will take responsibility for advising the business and finance teams, as well as taking ownership for the project management of tax projects and deliverables. Working as part of the Finance team our ideal team member will have previous experience in managing statutory tax compliance deadlines and obligations with an excellent ability to analyse numerical data, verbal data and all other sources of information. RESPONSIBILITIES Manage the Corporation Tax calculations for UK, Channel Islands, and Irish entities. Manage all associated projects e.g. Research and development and capital allowances. Ensure that tax computations and returns are filed with the relevant tax authorities, in the correct format and on a timely basis e.g. Corporation tax and PSA returns. Assist the line manager, the Tax finance director and tax accountants in ensuring that tax payments are made accurately and on time to the relevant tax authorities. Respond to tax related queries from internal or external stakeholders on a timely basis and in a practical/ commercial way e.g. tax advisory to business on a new product or queries from HMRC. Provide support to the finance function during reporting periods such as interim and yearend including preparation of detailed taxation calculations and statutory reporting forms. Ensure that adequate controls are in place including those required by the Senior Accounting Officer regulations and keeping documentation and risk registers up to date. Provide assistance in other areas of tax as required e.g. VAT. WE WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU IF YOU HAVE: Experience in direct taxes. Professional qualification in accounting e.g. ACA, CA, ACCA, CTA or equivalent work experience. IT IS NOT ESSENTIAL BUT IT WOULD BE GREAT IF YOU HAVE: Experience in financial services. Experience in software tools such as SAP and ALFA. Professional qualification in tax e.g. ATT or CTA. We are an inclusive organisation and committed to ensuring our recruitment process is as accessible as possible to everyone. We will make adjustments for people who have a disability or long-term condition. If you need the job description or application form in an alternative format or would like to discuss the recruitment process with us, please email us at or request a call back. ABOUT US At Close Brothers we support employees to balance their work life priorities and in this role you will be able to enjoy a mixture of hybrid working. Close Brothers is a leading UK merchant banking group providing lending, deposit taking and securities trading. We employ approximately 3,000 people, principally in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Close Brothers Group plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a constituent of the FTSE 250. To find out more about Close Brothers, please visit our careers page: To find out more about life at Close Brothers: To find out more about our benefits: To find out more about our commitment to creating an inclusive environment: Our Responsibility - Diversity and inclusion … Close Brothers Group The Company At Close Brothers Group, we are all connected by our mission to be the best place in the UK for wealth professionals and their clients. We believe that everyone should think ahead, have a financial plan and invest wisely. Our clients are professionals, business owners, individuals, charities, families, and employers, who rely on our clear financial advice and investment management services to preserve and grow their long-term savings and investments. We are a team of about 900 people based in 15 offices across the UK. Our geographic footprint means we can combine a local approach with face-to-face services to enable strong, long-term relationships with our clients. Sustainability is fundamental to our purpose and we have a responsibility to help address the social, economic and environmental challenges facing our business, colleagues and clients. We strive to do the right thing and are dedicated to helping the charities that matter most to our people. Our vision is to develop an open and inclusive company that ensures everyone is valued, respected and included, so that in years to come our business will represent a diverse and inclusive workforce from the top down. We look to recruit individuals from all different backgrounds. If this job is of interest to you but you do not meet every criteria then we encourage you still to apply as we are open to providing training opportunities. As an early adopter of hybrid working we are open to discussing all types of flexible working options, helping you to balance your work and home life. The Benefits Private medical Discounted health checks Stakeholder pension contribution Cycle to work scheme Gym discounts Purchase additional holiday
Sep 11, 2025
Full time
The Vacancy OVERALL SUMMARY At Close Brothers we look to recruit individuals from all different backgrounds and encourage you to apply even if you don't tick every box. We celebrate diversity, promote inclusivity and are open to discuss flexible work options to help you balance your work and home life. Join the Close Brothers Finance Team where you will take responsibility for advising the business and finance teams, as well as taking ownership for the project management of tax projects and deliverables. Working as part of the Finance team our ideal team member will have previous experience in managing statutory tax compliance deadlines and obligations with an excellent ability to analyse numerical data, verbal data and all other sources of information. RESPONSIBILITIES Manage the Corporation Tax calculations for UK, Channel Islands, and Irish entities. Manage all associated projects e.g. Research and development and capital allowances. Ensure that tax computations and returns are filed with the relevant tax authorities, in the correct format and on a timely basis e.g. Corporation tax and PSA returns. Assist the line manager, the Tax finance director and tax accountants in ensuring that tax payments are made accurately and on time to the relevant tax authorities. Respond to tax related queries from internal or external stakeholders on a timely basis and in a practical/ commercial way e.g. tax advisory to business on a new product or queries from HMRC. Provide support to the finance function during reporting periods such as interim and yearend including preparation of detailed taxation calculations and statutory reporting forms. Ensure that adequate controls are in place including those required by the Senior Accounting Officer regulations and keeping documentation and risk registers up to date. Provide assistance in other areas of tax as required e.g. VAT. WE WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU IF YOU HAVE: Experience in direct taxes. Professional qualification in accounting e.g. ACA, CA, ACCA, CTA or equivalent work experience. IT IS NOT ESSENTIAL BUT IT WOULD BE GREAT IF YOU HAVE: Experience in financial services. Experience in software tools such as SAP and ALFA. Professional qualification in tax e.g. ATT or CTA. We are an inclusive organisation and committed to ensuring our recruitment process is as accessible as possible to everyone. We will make adjustments for people who have a disability or long-term condition. If you need the job description or application form in an alternative format or would like to discuss the recruitment process with us, please email us at or request a call back. ABOUT US At Close Brothers we support employees to balance their work life priorities and in this role you will be able to enjoy a mixture of hybrid working. Close Brothers is a leading UK merchant banking group providing lending, deposit taking and securities trading. We employ approximately 3,000 people, principally in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Close Brothers Group plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a constituent of the FTSE 250. To find out more about Close Brothers, please visit our careers page: To find out more about life at Close Brothers: To find out more about our benefits: To find out more about our commitment to creating an inclusive environment: Our Responsibility - Diversity and inclusion … Close Brothers Group The Company At Close Brothers Group, we are all connected by our mission to be the best place in the UK for wealth professionals and their clients. We believe that everyone should think ahead, have a financial plan and invest wisely. Our clients are professionals, business owners, individuals, charities, families, and employers, who rely on our clear financial advice and investment management services to preserve and grow their long-term savings and investments. We are a team of about 900 people based in 15 offices across the UK. Our geographic footprint means we can combine a local approach with face-to-face services to enable strong, long-term relationships with our clients. Sustainability is fundamental to our purpose and we have a responsibility to help address the social, economic and environmental challenges facing our business, colleagues and clients. We strive to do the right thing and are dedicated to helping the charities that matter most to our people. Our vision is to develop an open and inclusive company that ensures everyone is valued, respected and included, so that in years to come our business will represent a diverse and inclusive workforce from the top down. We look to recruit individuals from all different backgrounds. If this job is of interest to you but you do not meet every criteria then we encourage you still to apply as we are open to providing training opportunities. As an early adopter of hybrid working we are open to discussing all types of flexible working options, helping you to balance your work and home life. The Benefits Private medical Discounted health checks Stakeholder pension contribution Cycle to work scheme Gym discounts Purchase additional holiday
A fantastic opportunity has emerged for a specialist Income Recovery Officer to join one of our leading public sector clients in a full time (35 hours per week, Monday to Friday), permanent role.Based in East London for 4 days per week and working from home every Friday, this role reports into the Head of Finance, and our client is looking for a candidate who has experience of: Ensuring prompt and appropriate contact is made with customers who fall into arrears of rent and/or other charges. Running weekly rent arrears reports, keeping records of actions taken and corresponding with tenants. Advising tenants on Housing Benefit and Universal Credit, with the aim of sustaining tenancies. Liaising with benefit agencies to resolve problems with Housing Benefit and Universal Credit. Submitting former tenant debts for write-off where the debt is unrecoverable. Taking legal action against residents who will not pay, including representing the Association in court. Applying for grants, DHP's, APA's and Direct UC payments Making affordable repayment agreements taking income and expenditure into account. Offering appropriate advice and support including referrals to the Tenancy Sustainment Service. Proactively monitoring and managing rent and service charge accounts for both current and former residents across all tenure types. Participating in the development, implementation and successful delivery of income and financial inclusion projects and service improvementsThis (predominantly office-based) role requires the successful candidate to have some experience in housing management (preferably 2 years), be highly self-motivated and be strong on the telephone. A car driver and owner is not needed as the patch (850 units) is all local and can be covered by foot or bus. Good knowledge and understanding of CRM systems and Pyramid software would also be ideal.Previous public sector experience would be useful, but not essential. Experience in reclaiming debt owed to the client/landlord by tenants in court would also be a real advantage, as would knowledge of how to deal with leaseholders. Excellent understanding of welfare and benefits would be highly desirable.Only applicants who feel they meet the above criteria need apply for this post, as the client is keen to interview in person in early September 2025. Only applicants who feel they meet the above criteria need apply.
Sep 11, 2025
Full time
A fantastic opportunity has emerged for a specialist Income Recovery Officer to join one of our leading public sector clients in a full time (35 hours per week, Monday to Friday), permanent role.Based in East London for 4 days per week and working from home every Friday, this role reports into the Head of Finance, and our client is looking for a candidate who has experience of: Ensuring prompt and appropriate contact is made with customers who fall into arrears of rent and/or other charges. Running weekly rent arrears reports, keeping records of actions taken and corresponding with tenants. Advising tenants on Housing Benefit and Universal Credit, with the aim of sustaining tenancies. Liaising with benefit agencies to resolve problems with Housing Benefit and Universal Credit. Submitting former tenant debts for write-off where the debt is unrecoverable. Taking legal action against residents who will not pay, including representing the Association in court. Applying for grants, DHP's, APA's and Direct UC payments Making affordable repayment agreements taking income and expenditure into account. Offering appropriate advice and support including referrals to the Tenancy Sustainment Service. Proactively monitoring and managing rent and service charge accounts for both current and former residents across all tenure types. Participating in the development, implementation and successful delivery of income and financial inclusion projects and service improvementsThis (predominantly office-based) role requires the successful candidate to have some experience in housing management (preferably 2 years), be highly self-motivated and be strong on the telephone. A car driver and owner is not needed as the patch (850 units) is all local and can be covered by foot or bus. Good knowledge and understanding of CRM systems and Pyramid software would also be ideal.Previous public sector experience would be useful, but not essential. Experience in reclaiming debt owed to the client/landlord by tenants in court would also be a real advantage, as would knowledge of how to deal with leaseholders. Excellent understanding of welfare and benefits would be highly desirable.Only applicants who feel they meet the above criteria need apply for this post, as the client is keen to interview in person in early September 2025. Only applicants who feel they meet the above criteria need apply.
My Four Wheels are one of the most trusted and fastest growing driving school in the UK with 200 driving instructors currently on the road and hundreds in our training programme who will be hitting the roads shortly. There is currently a record number of learner drivers who need teaching due to test centre backlogs due to covid. In the last 12 months our Driving Instructors hourly rates have increased on average by 3 per hour due to the high demand. Additionally, over 70% of our Driving Instructors have waiting lists, some as long as 6 months. There has never been a better time to become a driving instructor. Is becoming a Driving Instructor the right career choice for you? Are you reliable? Are you punctual? Are you patient? Do you have good customer service skills? Do you enjoy working with new people? If you answered yes to all the above, then this could be the new career choice for you. Anyone can become a Driving Instructor, recently we have recruited people from the following industries -Driving industry (HGV driver, delivery driver, van driver, LGV driver and bus driver). Finance industry (finance manager, accountant, analysts, supervisor and director). IT industry (IT support, cyber security, web designer, engineers and web developer). Health industry (care assistant, care manager, care trainers, doctors and nurses). Education industry (teacher, teaching assistant, admin officer, personal assistant and lecturer). - Full training is provided and is conducted as local to you as possible. - Not only are our pass rates way above the industry average, but we also refund all of your training fees back when you work with us. - To apply become a Driving Instructor, you must meet the following criteria -Have held a full UK driving licence (or approved foreign licence) for at least 2 1/2 years - Have not been banned from driving in the last 4 years - Have no more than 6 points on your licence.
Sep 11, 2025
Full time
My Four Wheels are one of the most trusted and fastest growing driving school in the UK with 200 driving instructors currently on the road and hundreds in our training programme who will be hitting the roads shortly. There is currently a record number of learner drivers who need teaching due to test centre backlogs due to covid. In the last 12 months our Driving Instructors hourly rates have increased on average by 3 per hour due to the high demand. Additionally, over 70% of our Driving Instructors have waiting lists, some as long as 6 months. There has never been a better time to become a driving instructor. Is becoming a Driving Instructor the right career choice for you? Are you reliable? Are you punctual? Are you patient? Do you have good customer service skills? Do you enjoy working with new people? If you answered yes to all the above, then this could be the new career choice for you. Anyone can become a Driving Instructor, recently we have recruited people from the following industries -Driving industry (HGV driver, delivery driver, van driver, LGV driver and bus driver). Finance industry (finance manager, accountant, analysts, supervisor and director). IT industry (IT support, cyber security, web designer, engineers and web developer). Health industry (care assistant, care manager, care trainers, doctors and nurses). Education industry (teacher, teaching assistant, admin officer, personal assistant and lecturer). - Full training is provided and is conducted as local to you as possible. - Not only are our pass rates way above the industry average, but we also refund all of your training fees back when you work with us. - To apply become a Driving Instructor, you must meet the following criteria -Have held a full UK driving licence (or approved foreign licence) for at least 2 1/2 years - Have not been banned from driving in the last 4 years - Have no more than 6 points on your licence.
My Four Wheels are one of the most trusted and fastest growing driving school in the UK with 200 driving instructors currently on the road and hundreds in our training programme who will be hitting the roads shortly. There is currently a record number of learner drivers who need teaching due to test centre backlogs due to covid. In the last 12 months our Driving Instructors hourly rates have increased on average by 3 per hour due to the high demand. Additionally, over 70% of our Driving Instructors have waiting lists, some as long as 6 months. There has never been a better time to become a driving instructor. Is becoming a Driving Instructor the right career choice for you? Are you reliable? Are you punctual? Are you patient? Do you have good customer service skills? Do you enjoy working with new people? If you answered yes to all the above, then this could be the new career choice for you. Anyone can become a Driving Instructor, recently we have recruited people from the following industries -Driving industry (HGV driver, delivery driver, van driver, LGV driver and bus driver). Finance industry (finance manager, accountant, analysts, supervisor and director). IT industry (IT support, cyber security, web designer, engineers and web developer). Health industry (care assistant, care manager, care trainers, doctors and nurses). Education industry (teacher, teaching assistant, admin officer, personal assistant and lecturer). - Full training is provided and is conducted as local to you as possible. - Not only are our pass rates way above the industry average, but we also refund all of your training fees back when you work with us. - To apply become a Driving Instructor, you must meet the following criteria -Have held a full UK driving licence (or approved foreign licence) for at least 2 1/2 years - Have not been banned from driving in the last 4 years - Have no more than 6 points on your licence.
Sep 11, 2025
Full time
My Four Wheels are one of the most trusted and fastest growing driving school in the UK with 200 driving instructors currently on the road and hundreds in our training programme who will be hitting the roads shortly. There is currently a record number of learner drivers who need teaching due to test centre backlogs due to covid. In the last 12 months our Driving Instructors hourly rates have increased on average by 3 per hour due to the high demand. Additionally, over 70% of our Driving Instructors have waiting lists, some as long as 6 months. There has never been a better time to become a driving instructor. Is becoming a Driving Instructor the right career choice for you? Are you reliable? Are you punctual? Are you patient? Do you have good customer service skills? Do you enjoy working with new people? If you answered yes to all the above, then this could be the new career choice for you. Anyone can become a Driving Instructor, recently we have recruited people from the following industries -Driving industry (HGV driver, delivery driver, van driver, LGV driver and bus driver). Finance industry (finance manager, accountant, analysts, supervisor and director). IT industry (IT support, cyber security, web designer, engineers and web developer). Health industry (care assistant, care manager, care trainers, doctors and nurses). Education industry (teacher, teaching assistant, admin officer, personal assistant and lecturer). - Full training is provided and is conducted as local to you as possible. - Not only are our pass rates way above the industry average, but we also refund all of your training fees back when you work with us. - To apply become a Driving Instructor, you must meet the following criteria -Have held a full UK driving licence (or approved foreign licence) for at least 2 1/2 years - Have not been banned from driving in the last 4 years - Have no more than 6 points on your licence.
