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This is a pivotal role, responsible for financial planning, capital and revenue budgeting, treasury management, financial reporting, and statutory returns.</p><p>This is a fantastic opportunity to shape the financial future of a forward-looking, ambitious Council, and make a lasting impact on our communities. You will join a supportive and collaborative leadership team where your expertise will be recognised and valued.</p><p><strong><span>Duties of the role</span></strong></p><p> </p><p>· As Deputy Section 151 Officer, you will support the statutory duties of the Chief Finance Officer, deputising in their absence to ensure the Council maintains the highest standards of financial governance, resilience, and accountability.</p><p>· You will lead a highly skilled finance team, including the Chief Accountant, Treasury & Capital functions, Financial Planning and Budget Strategy, and Finance Business Partners. 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Please note it is your responses to the Essential/Desirable criteria, as detailed in the Job Description and Person Specification which is available on the job advert, that will determine if you are shortlisted for an interview, therefore we encourage you to always address the essential and desirable criteria in your application/CV.<br>\n<br>\nWe are passionate about our people and how we deliver services to our community in Enfield. That’s why we encourage a culture that puts our customers at the heart of everything we do - by empowering our people to work together to find solutions, be open, honest and respectful, take responsibility and listen and learn. 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We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.</p>\n<p>We are forces family friendly and are part of the Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme (Bronze Award). We welcome applications from ex-Armed Forces personnel, reservists, veterans, cadet instructors and military spouses/partners.</p>\n<p>We are committed to achieving equal opportunities in employment and service delivery and as a disability confident committed employer we encourage applications from people with disabilities.  As part of this commitment, we will consider reasonable adjustment to support disability employment.  We offer a generous package including competitive pay, career average pension scheme, flexible working practices and the Bromley employee benefits scheme; Cycle2Work, Salary Sacrifice Lease Car, Technology Scheme, GymFlex and a wide range of local and national discounts.</p>\n<p>For an informal discussion about this opportunity, please contact Dennis Macharaga, Principal Lawyer and Head of the Commercial Legal Team on 020 8313 4650.</p>\n<p>Please see attached the<strong> <a title=\"Job Description.docx\" href=\"https://recruitmentbromley.engageats.co.uk//ViewAttachment.aspx?enc=jmxpV+AcVus8i/wvT3FZXrrCOvCUGNWd9uca/tGZrAITCY70aMnLzPVWspNYT2Eak3qEw3t6nZ5Q/BpDDlPbeUr/e8/twS5ETIaGfqQTM4RoKX88GPIaOfF8LBrWaRIz\">Job Description.docx</a></strong></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£48,000 - £59,998 (dependent on experience).","publishDate":"2025-05-22T14:28:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-30T22:59:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/29d6fe01-d1fd-4c88-b5d5-257fcf46b178.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"422bceee-c158-4ea0-aa0e-911a33263cb2","title":"Payroll and Pension Administrator","employer":"Social Interest Group","department":"","location":"1 Waterloo Gardens, London","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>Job Title: </strong>Payroll and Pensions Administrator </p>\n<p><strong>Location:</strong> Islington, London, (Around a 10 minute walk from Highbury and Islington station) Hybrid working with 2 days a week in the office and service visits regularly across London, Brighton, Luton, Bedford, Kent, and Liverpool. 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Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future: <a href=\"https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/X5JhCPQy4hBBz6UzwWlv?domain=youtu.be\">Theory of Change</a> Further details can be found on our website here: <a href=\"https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/4ZkrCx1MXIp5EETvqakw?domain=socialinterestgroup.org.uk\">Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group</a>. </p>\n<p><strong>ADDITIONAL INFORMATION</strong></p>\n<p>Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages.</p>\n<p>Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact us on the details below. </p>\n<p>For Recruitment related enquiries, or if you need support with making your application for example due to learning needs or a disability, please email <a href=\"mailto:recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk\">recruitment@socialinterestgroup.org.uk</a> or call our central office on <a href=\"tel:02036689270\">020 3668 9270</a> to request a call back. Please note that this will take you through to our Central Administration team, who will then communicate your enquiry with us and we will arrange to call you back. </p>\n<p>Additional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our <a href=\"https://socialinterestgroup.org.uk/\">website</a>.</p>\n<blockquote>\n<p><strong>Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions. </strong></p>\n</blockquote>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£27,000","publishDate":"2025-05-22T13:24:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-08T13:24:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/15388692-4f56-484b-a57e-90ebc541aeb9.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"2aa4dea3-2e18-498b-bd27-c29240bd8d5e","title":"Trainee Accountant","employer":"Medway Council","department":"","location":"Gun Wharf","locationType":3,"description":"<p>This is an exciting opportunity to join large, friendly and experienced teams of local authority finance professionals.  As a Trainee Accountant you will have the opportunity to develop skills and experience across the whole range of accountancy functions, including providing support to budget managers, assisting with budget monitoring and forecasting, preparation of accounts and treasury management activities. </p><p>You will be supported with a study and development package which will lead you to a formal qualification, with progression through the career grade as you complete qualifications and are able to demonstrate key competencies required for the role. The post will rotate at periodic intervals around key areas of finance to ensure exposure and experience is gained.</p><p><em>If you would like to have an informal discussion with the recruiting manager please call Safoa Mensah on 01634 331180</em></p><p><strong>In return we offer you: </strong></p><ul>\n<li>Generous annual leave entitlement</li>\n<li>Generous local government pension scheme package</li>\n<li>Access to wider training and development qualifications</li>\n<li>Flexible working scheme</li>\n<li>Travel plan discounts</li>\n<li>Car Benefit Scheme from Tusker </li>\n<li>Access to CAREFIRST advice & counselling service</li>\n<li>Employee discount scheme for national and local retailers</li>\n<li>The Government has introduced new ways of supporting parents with childcare costs. Further details are available here: - https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/</li>\n</ul><p>We're committed to making Medway carbon neutral by 2050. We have developed an action plan to ensure we play our part in addressing the climate emergency.  Our declaration fits into our Council Plan priority of making Medway a place to be proud of. The main outcome being a 'clean and green environment'. All Medway Council staff can access an additional day’s paid leave to undertake a volunteering activity which supports climate change.  </p><p><strong>Our organisation:</strong></p><p>Medway is a unitary authority in the South East of England, made up of the towns of Strood, Rochester, Chatham, Gillingham and Rainham and more rural areas, including the Hoo Peninsula.</p><p>Situated in Kent in the South-East of England, the area has plenty of green spaces, excellent facilities and easy access to the national motorway and rail networks, facilitating superb transport links to London.</p><p>We provide all local Government services for a quarter of a million people, looking after education, environment, social care, housing, planning, business and much more - everything from frontline services such as rubbish collection and events like the Dickens Festival to work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure services in Medway run smoothly and cost effectively.</p><p>Working at Medway Council means that you get to be part of this journey working alongside talented, professional colleagues to drive forward change to transform the lives of our residents and the communities they live in. </p><p><strong>Important Information- </strong></p><p><strong>Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job profile</strong></p><p><strong>For further information, and for details of the benefits of working for Medway Council, please refer to the Medway information pack available as a download or to view online. </strong></p><p>Please be advised that if you are not contacted within 3 weeks of the advert closing date then you have not been shortlisted.   All recruitment correspondence, including interview letters and contracts of employment will usually be sent out via email. </p><p>Please visit http://www.mindfulemployer.net/ for information on how Medway Council put good practices in place to ensure employees and job applicants who declare mental health issues receive the right level of support. </p><p><em>We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time prior to the closing date.</em></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"Range 3 (£25,752 - 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There is no one size fits all when it comes to how we cope and the help we need, but with our support, no one has to face dying or grief alone.</p>\n<p>We reserve the right to close this advert prior to the closing date should we feel we have a sufficient number of suitable applications.</p>\n<p>Benefits<br>• Company pension scheme<br>• 27 days holiday - rising to 33 with length of service plus bank holidays<br>• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay<br>• Enhanced sick pay<br>• Employee Networks - LGBTQ+, Ethnic Diversity and Equality, People with Disabilities, and Women and Non Binary Individuals<br>• Staff discount of 10% on new goods online at shop.sueryder.org<br>• Structured induction programme and learning and development opportunities.</p>\n<p>For more of our employee benefits please visit our website.</p>\n<p>https://www.sueryder.org/jobs/why-work-for-sue-ryder</p>\n<p>We actively encourage applications from people from all backgrounds to help us to provide the best possible experience for the people who use our services and continue to make Sue Ryder a great place to work, and attract and recruit the best, most diverse workforce possible.<br>We are particularly interested in increasing applications from the global majority, LGBTQIA+ and people with disabilities as they are currently underrepresented in our organisation.</p>\n<p>Please let us know if you have any feedback to make our recruitment processes more accessible and inclusive or if you require any adjustments made to your application or interview process by emailing recruitment@sueryder.org</p>\n<p>https://www.sueryder.org/jobs/equity-diversity-inclusion</p>\n<p>If you want more than just a job, we want you.</p>\n<p>Join the team and be there when it matters.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"plus competitive reward and benefit scheme","publishDate":"2025-05-21T14:13:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-06T14:13:00.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/91936f7c-fb15-4b9d-95fb-adcfe3a405b8.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"ea6899a2-4d2d-46a5-8a61-7880e5e93e6e","title":"Finance Assistant","employer":"Hertfordshire County Council","department":"","location":"Stevenage","locationType":3,"description":"<br><h4>Finance Assistant Apply Now </h4><dl>\n<dt>Job Number</dt>\n<dd> HCC28039 </dd>\n<dt>Location</dt>\n<dd> Stevenage </dd>\n<dt>Directorate</dt>\n<dd> Adult Care Services </dd>\n<dt>Salary Range</dt>\n<dd> £26,835 progressing to £30,060.00pa. pay award pending </dd>\n<dt>Contract Type</dt>\n<dd> Permanent </dd>\n<dt>Full Time/Part Time</dt>\n<dd> Full Time </dd>\n<dt>Closing date</dt>\n<dd> 05-Jun-2025 </dd>\n</dl><p><strong>Job Title:</strong> Finance Assistant<br><strong>Starting Salary:</strong> £26,835 progressing to £30,060pa pay award pending<br><strong>Hours:</strong> full time,37 hours per week<br><strong>Location:</strong> Farnham House, Stevenage, 2 days in the office and 3 working from home<br><strong>Contract Type:</strong> Permanent<br><strong>Directorate:</strong> Adult Care Services</p><h4>About the team</h4><p>Client Debt Management Team deal with the recovery of outstanding care fees for clients who have sadly passed away in the Adult Care Services. </p><p>You will be part of our friendly, communicative, successful, and efficient team. We have an open and honest approach with a drive to deliver results for the service whilst providing good customer care in a timely and professional manner.</p><p>Client Debt Team provides support to bereaved family members during a difficult time. Whilst recovering the debt we need to be sensitive; kind, caring and have a good listening ear. </p><p>You will be committed to delivering a high-quality service in a demanding role. </p><p>You will need to be fully up to date with all IT skills required or will have the proven ability to learn them very quickly.  </p><p>You will have excellent communication skills demonstrating the ability to communicate either verbally, on the telephone or in writing by email or letter. You will need to be assertive as well as sympathetic, empathetic, and good at listening as this role also requires the ability to be able to deal with difficult telephone conversations.</p><h4>About the role</h4><p>The role is very varied and incorporates the following:</p><ul>\n<li>Investigating clients’ accounts</li>\n<li>Building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders (verbally and in writing)</li>\n<li>Resolving queries</li>\n<li>Recovering outstanding monies</li>\n<li>Managing caseload of clients who HCC have provided care for.</li>\n<li>Making sure payment is forthcoming, as well as credits.</li>\n<li>Reviewing and monitoring caseloads making sure you are dealing with clients in a timely manner.</li>\n<li>Running reports for your weekly caseload.</li>\n<li>Running payment reports and updating your spreadsheets</li>\n<li>Liaising with different stakeholders to get the results required.</li>\n</ul><h4>About you</h4><p><strong>Essential</strong>:</p><ul>\n<li>Experience of working in a financial team</li>\n<li>Strong communication skills, both verbally and written with the ability to establish strong relationships.</li>\n<li>Must be self-motivated and able to work in a fast-paced environment.</li>\n<li>Working as part of a team and individually</li>\n<li>Ability to influence and negotiate.</li>\n<li>Ability to communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders.</li>\n<li>Experience in any kind of credit control.</li>\n<li>Competent with using Microsoft applications such as excel, word and Outlook</li>\n<li>Accurate and timely record keeping</li>\n<li>An understanding of financial processes and account reconciliations (not essential)</li>\n<li>Good time and diary management skills.</li>\n<li>Good interpersonal skills are a must as we encourage you to challenge and contribute to the identification for service improvement and increased efficiency</li>\n</ul><p><br><br><strong>Desirable</strong></p><ul>\n<li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills</li>\n<li>Outstanding organisational skills</li>\n<li>Knowledge of SAP, and other systems</li>\n<li>A good team player and be confident with their ability to produce the required results.</li>\n</ul><p><em>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.</em></p><p>This job role is within the Business Support Services, level 7 job profile. Please locate this via:</p><p>Job profiles: Business support services</p><p>To hear more about this opportunity please contact Rimona Rattan on 01438 845 287 for an informal discussion about the role.</p><p>Interview Date: 11th June 2025</p><p>Benefits of working for us</p><h4>How to apply</h4><p>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. 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Please DO NOT click the Apply button on the left. </span></p><p><span><strong>The Opportunity:</strong> </span></p><p><span> An exciting opportunity has arisen within our Shared Payroll Service for a Payroll Officer. This is an additional role within our team which provides payroll services to multiple Councils across Essex. </span></p><p><span> This role will be based in Braintree and we are able to offer hybrid working arrangements working a mix of in the office and from home subject to business needs. </span></p><p><span> The post holder will undertake a range of payroll duties including the following: </span></p><ul><li><span>Running end to end payroll processes and ensuring payroll records and controls are maintained. </span></li></ul><ul><li><span>Carrying out the day-to-day processes for the provision of an effective, timely and accurate payroll service for a portfolio of organisations and in accordance with the organisations' HR policies, service standards, and performance requirements. This may include processing/checking starters and leavers and administering statutory and occupational schemes of leave, e.g. sickness/ accidents, maternity, and paternity. </span></li></ul><ul><li><span>To effectively maintain the group email inboxes. </span></li></ul><ul><li><span>To ensure that external and internal enquiries (from management, staff, and Members) relating to the payroll service are responded to and dealt with as appropriate. </span></li></ul><ul><li><span>To ensure other deductions from salaries are made in accordance with employee and other instructions (e.g. lease car deductions, union membership, health schemes, court orders etc.). </span></li></ul><ul><li><span>To ensure that deductions from salaries are made as required and comply with the Organisations' financial regulations and requirements of HMRC for taxation and NI, and Essex Pension Fund for pensions. </span></li></ul><ul><li><span>To provide resilience across the service for cover when required. </span></li></ul><p> </p><p><span><strong>Experience:</strong> </span></p><p><span> The successful candidate will have: </span></p><ul><li><span>Experience of payroll processing </span></li></ul><ul><li><span>Recognised payroll qualification and evidence of continuing professional development (desirable). </span></li></ul><ul><li><span>Experience of working on multiple payrolls, working towards multiple deadlines (desirable). </span></li></ul><ul><li><span>Understanding of Gross to net calculations. </span></li></ul><ul><li><span>iTrent experience is preferred. </span></li></ul><ul><li><span>Up to date knowledge and experience of HMRC requirements (for Tax, NI, SMP, SSP, RTI reporting etc.) </span></li></ul><ul><li><span>Aptitude for using and developing IT to better support and operate the payroll function. </span></li></ul><ul><li><span>Excellent numeracy and literary skills. </span></li></ul><ul><li><span>Ability to work in a small team without supervision. </span></li></ul><ul><li><span>Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of audiences, including employees, managers and councillors. </span></li></ul><ul><li><span>Flexible approach to duties and hours. </span></li></ul><ul><li><span>Ability to keep calm under pressure. </span></li></ul><ul><li><span>Excellent timekeeping and organisation skills. </span></li></ul><ul><li><span>A commitment to continuous improvement and a proactive approach to identifying opportunities for innovation. </span></li></ul><ul><li><span>A strong customer focus putting customers at the heart of what you do. </span></li></ul><ul><li><span>Ability to understand and meet the needs of clients and stakeholders to ensure that the right information is provided to the right people </span></li></ul><p><span> In return, you'll receive a competitive salary, benefits and a commitment to your continuing development.<br></span></p><p><span> Why choose Braintree District Council?</span></p><p><span> Braintree District Council is an ambitious and forward-thinking authority with a vision of creating a great place for our residents and businesses. </span></p><p><span> As a Council our role is as a guardian of the place and its people; where residents live well in healthy and resilient communities; a well-connected district with high-quality homes delivered with the infrastructure and a place which attracts and provides good employment opportunities. </span></p><p><span> We are becoming one of the fastest growing Districts in the East of England with three growing towns, London just 45 minutes away and the district located directly between the international transport centres of Stansted Airport and Harwich and Felixstowe International Ports. We have a deserved track record for delivering and a strong reputation within the business community and are committed </span></p><p><span> Braintree District Council is a great place to work. We pride ourselves on our creative and innovative approach which is led by our staff. We are committed to having an engaged workforce who understand our strategy and how they can help deliver it. Some of the benefits of working for Braintree District Council are: </span></p><p><span> · Flexible working </span></p><p><span> · Hybrid working arrangements are available in this role (home/office based) subject to business need </span></p><p><span> · Free parking </span></p><p><span> · Local government pension scheme </span></p><p><span> · Learning and development for all staff </span></p><p><span> · Staff recognition schemes </span></p><p><span> · Extensive health and wellbeing programme including discounted gym membership. </span></p><p><span> If you would like an informal chat about the post, please contact Laura Crimmins on 01376 557770. </span></p><p><span><span><a href=\"https://ce0144li.webitrent.com/ce0144li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=889743G1EE&VACANCY_ID=647330JIxA\"><strong>How to apply</strong></a><strong>:</strong></span>This role is being advertised on behalf of Braintree District Council therefore all applications must be submitted via the Braintree District Council <a href=\"https://ce0144li.webitrent.com/ce0144li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=889743G1EE&VACANCY_ID=647330JIxA\"> website </a> . Please note any applications submitted via the Working for Essex 'apply' button will be advised to re-apply via the Braintree District Council <a href=\"https://ce0144li.webitrent.com/ce0144li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=889743G1EE&VACANCY_ID=647330JIxA\"> Advert </a> . </span></p><p><span> Braintree District Council is proud to be a disability confident employer. We're committed to interview all disabled applicants if they meet the minimum requirements of the job. 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Reporting to the Head of Finance Business Partner in their financial and strategic decision making. You will be based at our head office in Tower Hamlets but will require considerable time to be spent on-site at the schools across the trust.</p>\n<p><strong>About the post:</strong></p>\n<p>As a Finance Business Partner, you will play a crucial role in supporting budget holders in their financial and strategic decision making. Working within the central finance team you will be responsible for:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Providing financial guidance and support to senior management and budget holders.</li>\n<li>Challenging and supporting senior management in managing spend on a portfolio basis.</li>\n<li>Recognising potential risk and opportunities and identifying solutions to manage them.</li>\n<li>The monthly end reporting cycle and management accounts.</li>\n<li>Periodic forecasting and yearly budget setting.</li>\n<li>Helping to translate financial information into insightful commentaries.</li>\n<li>Providing input into benchmarking, dashboarding and financial modelling.</li>\n<li>Overseeing operational financial management and audits.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>About you:</strong></p>\n<p>The successful candidate for the role of Finance Business Partner will have:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>A CIMA/ACCA/CIPFA qualification.</li>\n<li>Strong accounting knowledge and ability to explain concepts to colleagues.</li>\n<li>Extensive experience in financial management, including budget monitoring and risk management.</li>\n<li>Expertise in completing financial reports and handling both core transactional and strategic responsibilities.</li>\n<li>Sound organisation and time management skills with an attention to detail.</li>\n<li>Be able to adapt to changing priorities in a pressurised environment.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><strong>About us:</strong></p>\n<p>The University Schools Trust (UST) is a partnership of schools, universities, and public and private sector bodies. 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Shortlisting will occur on June 12th, followed by competency-based interviews on June 18th, 2025. Please note that all candidates will be required to complete an Excel test as part of the selection process.</p><p>Don't miss your chance to showcase your skills and join our team!<br><br></p><p><strong>What you'll do</strong></p><p>As a Finance Business Partner within Income Optimisation, you will play a key role in supporting the financial operations and strategy within the department. Your focus will be on managing and aligning financial processes with the unique requirements of service charge operations, ensuring fair and transparent charging for residents. </p><p>You will be instrumental in promoting and embedding a customer-centric approach within the organisation's financial practices. Your efforts in aligning financial strategies with customer needs will significantly contribute to improving service delivery and achieving the organisation's objectives.</p><p><strong>How you'll do it</strong></p><ul>\n<li>Drive adherence to service charge legislation.</li>\n<li>Manage and optimise the service charges process, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant audit and legal requirements</li>\n<li>Provide financial support and insights to the business, facilitating informed decision-making</li>\n<li>Participate in planning and reporting, maintaining accuracy and timeliness of the service charge timetable</li>\n<li>Develop and adapt reporting processes to meet evolving needs, offering insightful analysis.</li>\n<li>Maintain accurate data, managing large complex data sets on excel and in-house systems</li>\n</ul><p><strong>The ideal candidate</strong></p><p>We believe great service starts with great people, and we are <span class=\"single_desc_int_gb_word\">committed to recruiting and developing passionate, <span class=\"single_desc_int_gb_word\">enthusiastic, and talented individuals who can add value to our thriving organisation</span></span>. </p><ul>\n<li>Hold, or be actively working towards, a CCAB recognised accounting qualification.</li>\n<li>Previous experience of business partnering with non-Finance colleagues, providing service charge expertise and commercial challenge</li>\n<li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills for diverse audience engagement; work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders</li>\n<li>Capable of analysing complex data to provide data driven proposals</li>\n<li>Experience influencing operational activities at both tactical and strategic levels across all areas of the business</li>\n<li>Experience manipulating large and complex data sets across multiple systems</li>\n<li>Evidence of effective working relationships within a finance team and other internal stakeholders</li>\n<li>Awareness of service charge activities and legislation preferable</li>\n<li>Proficiency in Excel and Power BI, knowledge of D365 preferred</li>\n<li>Uphold ethical principles including integrity, objectivity, professional competence, confidentiality, and professional behaviour</li>\n</ul><p><strong>What's in it for you?</strong></p><p>Once you join us, you'll find plenty of opportunities to grow within our organisation. 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We are both a landlord and a developer, with more than 60,000 existing homes and 10,000 more in our pipeline and we employ around 1,500 staff. </p><p>For more information on what we do and what makes us different please visit:<a href=\"https://group.nhg.org.uk/careers/\">https://group.nhg.org.uk/careers/</a> </p><p>We welcome applications from everyone. We <span class=\"single_desc_int_gb_word\">actively monitor the diversity of our workforce and strive to show equal representation throughout all levels of the organisation</span>. We are a Stonewall Diversity <span class=\"single_desc_int_gb_word\">Champion, a Disability <span class=\"single_desc_int_gb_word\">Confident employer amongst other diversity commitments</span></span>. </p><p>To find out more about our approach to equality, diversity and inclusion please visit: <a href=\"https://group.nhg.org.uk/careers/diversity-is-our-strength/\">https://group.nhg.org.uk/careers/diversity-is-our-strength/</a> </p><p><strong>Selection Process</strong></p><p>Step 1: If you are interested, please send your application now!</p><p>Step 2: Successful candidates will be invited to interview and assessment</p><p>Please apply for this role online. If you are not able to apply online or if you have any reasonable adjustment requirements arising from a disability or medical condition to fully participate in the recruitment process, please discuss this with our hiring team via .  </p><p>Should a redeployee apply for this role, their application will be considered before any others. </p><p>NHG reserves the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role, so we advise you to submit your application at your earliest opportunity. </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£45013 - £50014 per annum + 35 hours per week.","publishDate":"2025-05-20T03:30:50.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-03T03:30:50.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/4abd8738-241c-4a95-b757-73b09fe35269.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"cfe6b2f1-61af-4a2b-b6a6-0b6bf0414c09","title":"Chief Accountant - Colchester City Council","employer":"Essex County Council","department":"","location":"CO1 1PJ","locationType":3,"description":"<p><strong>Chief Accountant - Colchester City Council</strong></p><p><strong>Colchester City Council</strong></p><p><span><span>Permanent, Full Time</span></span></p><p><span>£49,574 - £61,520 (Market supplement up to £10,000)</span></p><p><span>Location: </span><span>Colchester</span></p><p><span>Closing Date: 28th May 2025</span></p><p><span><span> </span></span></p><p><strong> <em>Essex County Council are delighted to be advertising the role of <a href=\"https://ce0144li.webitrent.com/ce0144li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=078758DNpp\"> Chief Accountant </a> on behalf of Colchester City Council. To see full job advert and apply, please click <a href=\"https://ce0144li.webitrent.com/ce0144li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=078758DNpp\"> HERE. </a> </em> </strong></p><p> </p><p>Colchester City Council is committed to delivering high-quality and accessible services to residents, visitors and businesses. We are a local government authority providing a diverse range of public and commercial services across Colchester, the second largest district in Essex.</p><p>This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key leadership role in shaping the financial future of a forward-thinking, ambitious Council. You will work within a collaborative and supportive environment, where your expertise and leadership will be truly valued and where you can make a real and lasting impact.</p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>We are seeking an exceptional Chief Accountant to lead and direct our Technical Team with a strong focus on delivering economic, efficient, effective, and customer-focused financial services, in line with the Council's strategic objectives and values.</p><p><strong>Duties of the role</strong></p><p>In this pivotal role, you will provide expert financial advice, information, and support to Council projects, ensuring that all financial implications are fully considered within budgets and forecasts. You will lead the Council's financial accounting and reporting functions, ensuring robust financial management and full compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.</p><p>As Chief Accountant, you will manage the production of the Council's annual accounts, maintain the day-to-day relationship with external auditors, support budget planning and monitoring, uphold effective financial controls, and contribute significantly to the provision of high-quality financial advice and insight across the organisation.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Qualifications and skills required</strong></p><p>We are looking for a forward-thinking finance professional with full membership of a CCAB-recognised professional body (CIPFA, ACA, ACCA, CIMA) and proven experience operating at a senior level within finance. You will have sound knowledge of local government finance, with strong treasury management knowledge or experience.</p><p>A strategic mindset with exceptional financial and business acumen and an understanding of financial systems and an appreciation of risk management is essential.</p><p>To succeed you will also have outstanding leadership skills, with the ability to inspire, empower, and develop teams and have the ability to deliver under pressure and be committed to continuous improvement in the delivery of the service.</p><p><strong>What we offer</strong></p><p>The Council encourages all employees to maximise their potential. 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Please note any applications submitted via the Working for Essex 'apply' button will be advised to reapply via the Colchester city Council <a href=\"https://ce0144li.webitrent.com/ce0144li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=078758DNpp\"> Advert </a> .</em> </strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>*Please click the link to apply <span><a href=\"https://ce0144li.webitrent.com/ce0144li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=078758DNpp\">HERE</a></span> .</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£49000 - £61000 per annum","publishDate":"2025-05-20T02:02:12.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-30T02:02:12.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/4a00affc-4dea-459d-a1a8-f1af6fd773c3.jpg","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"b4edbc6c-1b2b-43ad-895d-8eaa6a7b9103","title":"Finance Business Partner - Financial Reporting","employer":"Notting Hill Genesis","department":"","location":"Kings Cross","locationType":3,"description":"<h1>Summary</h1><p>Our Team is expanding, we are recruiting for another Finance Business Partner in our Financial reporting Team. </p><p>We invite you to submit your application by June 5th to be considered for this exciting opportunity. Shortlisting will occur on June 8th, followed by competency-based interviews on June 10th, 2025. Please note that all candidates will be required to complete an Excel test as part of the selection process. </p><p>Don't miss your chance to showcase your skills and join our team!</p><p><strong>What you'll do</strong></p><p>As the Reporting Finance Business Partner within Income Optimisation, you will play a key role in supporting the flow of information between the Finance team and the Operational teams. You will be instrumental in promoting and embedding a customer-centric approach within the organisation's financial practices. Your efforts in aligning financial strategies with customer needs will significantly contribute to improving service delivery and achieving the organisation's objectives.</p><p><strong>How you'll do it</strong></p><ul>\n<li>Provide comprehensive reports and actionable insight to ensure the provision of a reliable, customer-centric management information service that delivers value for money and responsiveness to all customers.</li>\n<li>Participate in financial planning and reporting, maintaining accuracy and timeliness.</li>\n<li>Provide analysis and reports to help drive an in depth understanding of financial performance in estate management and commercial tenures</li>\n<li>Support the Reporting Finance Business Manager as a strategic financial advisor to Operations, providing bespoke business partnering support.</li>\n<li>Support financial planning and reporting ensuring accuracy and timeliness</li>\n<li>Collaborate with the Analytics and Strategy teams to drive data-driven decision-making</li>\n<li>Develop and adapt reporting processes to meet evolving needs, offering insightful financial analysis.</li>\n<li>Maintain accurate data, managing large complex data sets on excel and in-house systems </li>\n</ul><p><strong>The ideal candidate</strong></p><p>We believe great service starts with great people, and we are <span class=\"single_desc_int_gb_word\">committed to recruiting and developing passionate, <span class=\"single_desc_int_gb_word\">enthusiastic, and talented individuals who can add value to our thriving organisation</span></span>. </p><p>Pending confirmation of legislative changes, this role may require a qualification to demonstrate <span class=\"single_desc_int_gb_word\">competence</span>. If not already qualified, there may be an expectation to study towards a professional qualification. </p><p>Essential:</p><ul>\n<li>Hold, or be actively working towards, a CCAB recognised accounting qualification.</li>\n<li>Previous experience of business partnering with non-Finance colleagues, providing finance expertise and commercial challenge</li>\n<li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills for diverse audience engagement; work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders</li>\n<li>Capable of analysing complex data to provide data driven proposals</li>\n<li>Experience influencing operational activities at both tactical and strategic levels across all areas of the business</li>\n<li>Experience manipulating large and complex data sets across multiple systems</li>\n<li>Proficiency in Excel and Power BI</li>\n<li>Uphold ethical principles including integrity, objectivity, professional competence, confidentiality, and professional behaviour</li>\n</ul><p>Desirable:</p><ul>\n<li>Awareness of service charge activities and legislation preferable</li>\n<li>Knowledge of D365 preferred</li>\n</ul><p><strong>What's in it for you?</strong></p><p>Once you join us, you'll find plenty of opportunities to grow within our organisation. 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Benefits include: </p><ul>\n<li>Excellent annual leave allowance and flexible working opportunities (qualifying period may apply) </li>\n<li>Generous pension scheme </li>\n<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay in addition to statutory entitlements (qualifying period may apply) </li>\n<li>Employee assistance - free <span class=\"single_desc_int_gb_word\">confidential advice and counselling services provided by <span class=\"single_desc_int_gb_word\">independent</span> specialist organisations</span>. </li>\n<li>Health cash plan </li>\n<li>Staff discounts - we give our staff access to discounts at hundreds of major retailers, gyms, restaurants, entertainment, days out, insurance, and much more. </li>\n<li>Interest free loans - season ticket loan, tenancy deposit loan, and training loan </li>\n<li>Cycle to work scheme. </li>\n<li>Life Assurance x 4 annual salary</li>\n</ul><p> <strong>All about us</strong></p><p>Notting Hill Genesis is a not-for-profit organisation providing affordable homes for Londoners and it is now one of the largest housing associations in London. We are both a landlord and a developer, with more than 60,000 existing homes and 10,000 more in our pipeline and we employ around 1,500 staff. </p><p>For more information on what we do and what makes us different please visit:<a href=\"https://group.nhg.org.uk/careers/\">https://group.nhg.org.uk/careers/</a> </p><p>We welcome applications from everyone. We <span class=\"single_desc_int_gb_word\">actively monitor the diversity of our workforce and strive to show equal representation throughout all levels of the organisation</span>. We are a Stonewall Diversity <span class=\"single_desc_int_gb_word\">Champion, a Disability <span class=\"single_desc_int_gb_word\">Confident employer amongst other diversity commitments</span></span>. </p><p>To find out more about our approach to equality, diversity and inclusion please visit: <a href=\"https://group.nhg.org.uk/careers/diversity-is-our-strength/\">https://group.nhg.org.uk/careers/diversity-is-our-strength/</a> </p><p><strong>Selection Process</strong></p><p>Step 1: If you are interested, please send your application now!</p><p>Step 2: Successful candidates will be invited to interview and assessment   </p><p>Please apply for this role online. If you are not able to apply online or if you have any reasonable adjustment requirements arising from a disability or medical condition to fully participate in the recruitment process, please discuss this with our hiring team via .  </p><p>Should a redeployee apply for this role, their application will be considered before any others. </p><p>NHG reserves the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role, so we advise you to submit your application at your earliest opportunity. </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£45013 - £50014 per annum + 35 hours per week.","publishDate":"2025-05-16T02:46:36.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-05-30T02:46:36.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/002d716c-2646-4979-ac1f-13a80d83ecf4.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"ef00dc4b-4b26-47cf-85a7-a720f49ebd54","title":"Graduate Finance Intern","employer":"Hexagon Housing","department":"","location":"Sydenham, SE26","locationType":2,"description":"<p>Hexagon is an innovative and responsive housing association working in partnership with a range of local authorities to meet housing needs across Southeast London. With a turnover of £40m, 120 staff and over 4,000 homes, Hexagon is continually improving the quality and range of our affordable homes and services.</p>\n<p>As an organisation we are concerned with people, their homes, and communities. We make good quality, affordable housing, and services available to people in the local areas we serve, and work to extend opportunities and improve the neighbourhoods they live in.</p>\n<p>We are seeking an intern to join our committed Finance Department.  You will be supporting the Management Accounts Team providing support to budget holders, assisting the Transaction Team with the implementation of a new purchase to pay system. We are particularly looking for someone at the start of their career, interested in learning more about finance business partnering and social housing,</p>\n<p>In addition to a 2.2 or higher degree, preferably in a scientific or financial subject, our ideal intern will have:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Excellent numeracy and IT skills (Word, Outlook, Excel)</li>\n<li>Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of people (verbally and in writing)</li>\n<li>Willingness to work as part of a team and respond positively to requests for help.</li>\n<li>An appreciation of difference and treats all people with dignity and respect</li>\n</ul>\n<p>This internship presents a brilliant opportunity to further develop your finance skills and knowledge with a dynamic company that is committed to employee engagement, values its staff and provides a work environment that is built on flexibility, empowerment, and a commitment to support you to be the best that you possibly can. If you want to work with a fantastic team and feel proud of the contribution that you make each day, then we very much want to hear from you.</p>\n<p>We will offer you training and supervision to help you achieve your full potential, and an excellent package including flexible hybrid working, and 26 days annual leave (pro rata).</p>\n<p>For further details and to apply, please click on the apply link above.No agencies</p>\n<p><strong>Closing Date: Sunday 1<sup>st</sup> June 2025</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Face to face interviews will be held on Thursday 12<sup>th</sup> June 2025</strong></p>\n<p>We are committed to building a diverse workforce and making Hexagon an inclusive place to work where everyone can be themselves and feel valued for their contribution.</p>\n<p> </p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£25,207 p.a. 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Travel across the County is required<br><strong>Contract Type:</strong> Permanent<br><strong>Directorate:</strong> Resources</p><h4>About the team</h4><p>We are Hertfordshire County Council’s Shared Internal Audit Service (SIAS) and are proud to have been providing a high-quality assurance service to Hertfordshire County Council and seven partner District and Borough Councils during the last fourteen years. As part of our continued evolution we are a growing service, with ambitions to further expand our portfolio of external clients across Hertfordshire and beyond.</p><p><br>At the heart of our service is our staff and we believe a key element for our future success is our ‘grow your own strategy’, where we seek to continuously develop and provide opportunities to allow staff at all levels to advance their careers.</p><p><br>We are currently looking to appoint an Assistant Client Audit Manager who will have a key role in managing and supporting our extremely talented trainees and Auditors, as well as building your own skills and experience in client management. With the support of our existing Client Audit Managers, our intention is to provide you with the opportunities, experience, training and development to allow you to take the steps towards becoming a future Chief Audit Executive for one or more of our Partners.</p><h4>About the role</h4><p>As a key role within our management team, you will support one of our Client Audit Managers in delivering the end-to-end audit service for up to two of our Partners or external customers. This will include supervising audits, client liaison, performance reporting, covering (where required) for the Client Audit Manager at Audit Committees and Senior Management meetings and undertaking several high-profile audit reviews of your own.</p><p><br>The role provides an excellent opportunity to test and develop your skills in both relationship management, staff development and dealing with Senior Managers and Members. For the successful candidate this should be seen as the beginning of a journey to take your career to the next level.<br>In your role, you will also work closely with Senior Managers within your allocated partners to support the organisations in maintaining high standards of governance and internal control.</p><p><br>As a member of the SIAS Senior Management Team, you will have the opportunity to help to shape the continued development and innovation of SIAS to ensure that we meet the key requirements of the Global Internal Audit Standards and Topical Requirements and add value to our Partners.</p><p><br>The role of an Assistant Client Audit Manager is challenging, with attention to detail, strategic thinking, excellent communication, and time management skills all key to success. However, just as importantly we want candidates who are team orientated, as the key to the overall success of SIAS is team working.</p><p><br>As a Council we have fully adopted a hybrid working model, therefore your week can be balanced between office attendance and remote working to allow you to achieve the right work life balance. The role will include visiting our Partners offices and sites where required, so travel across Hertfordshire will be necessary</p><h4>About you</h4><p><strong>Essential </strong></p><ul>\n<li>We are looking for candidates that hold or are progressing a qualification in CCAB or CMIIA.</li>\n<li>Significant experience in internal audit, preferably in the local authority sector, and an understanding of the requirements of the Global Internal Audit Standards.</li>\n<li>Demonstratable experience of using MS Office products.</li>\n<li>Excellent interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to influence and effectively manage stakeholder relationships.</li>\n<li>Ability to travel across the county, often at short notice, is required for the role</li>\n</ul><p><strong>Desirable </strong></p><ul>\n<li>Experience in managing and guiding teams, developing staff, ensuring effective leadership and operational efficiency.</li>\n<li>Working knowledge and practical experience of relevant audit techniques such as data analytics, assurance mapping and project assurance.</li>\n</ul><p><em>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.</em></p><p>This job role is within the Corporate Services, level 13 job profile. Please locate this via:</p><p>Job profiles - Corporate services</p><p>To hear more about this opportunity please contact Darren.Williams1@hertfordshire.gov.uk for an informal discussion about the role.</p><p>Interview Date: 11th June</p><p>Benefits of working for us</p><h4>How to apply</h4><p>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. You will have the opportunity to include a short covering paragraph within your application to give us a little more information about your skills, knowledge, and experiences. </p><h4>Additional information</h4><p><strong>Disability Confident</strong><br>We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.</p>","shortDescription":"","salaryDescription":"£52,138 progressing to £57,652 per annum","publishDate":"2025-05-12T00:00:00.000Z","expirationDate":"2025-06-02T22:59:59.000Z","logoUri":"https://www.jobsgopublic.com/logos/logos/ee3324e7-4e26-472f-ac77-757ec1d75584.png","score":1,"featured":false,"enhanced":false},{"id":"2aaa8ece-b43a-4c35-adad-7cf452ef9453","title":"Principal Accountant","employer":"Hertfordshire County Council","department":"","location":"Stevenage","locationType":3,"description":"<br><h4>Principal Accountant Apply Now </h4><dl>\n<dt>Job Number</dt>\n<dd> HCC27722 </dd>\n<dt>Location</dt>\n<dd> Stevenage </dd>\n<dt>Directorate</dt>\n<dd> Resources </dd>\n<dt>Salary Range</dt>\n<dd> £52,138 progressing to £57,652 pa </dd>\n<dt>Contract Type</dt>\n<dd> Permanent </dd>\n<dt>Full Time/Part Time</dt>\n<dd> Full Time </dd>\n<dt>Closing date</dt>\n<dd> 01-Jun-2025 </dd>\n</dl><p><strong>Job Title:</strong> Principal Accountant<br><strong>Starting Salary:</strong> £52,138 progressing to £57,652 per annum - pay award pending<br><strong>Hours:</strong> 37<br><strong>Location:</strong> Stevenage with hybrid working opportunities <br><strong>Contract Type:</strong> Permanent<br><strong>Directorate:</strong> Resources</p><h4>About the team</h4><p>We have two opportunities within the Finance Team at Hertfordshire County Council (HCC) for Principal Accountants, working within the Corporate Finance or Adult Care Services team. 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As a senior member of the Corporate Finance team, your responsibilities will include leading on areas of the Council’s financial budget setting and monitoring process, including work on the co-ordination and completion of the annual budget pack, leading on the preparation of the Council’s monthly budget monitor and working closely with Business Partner teams to provide advice and support, as well as looking to continually challenge and improve processes.  The role line-manages a small team consisting of a Senior Accountant and Accountancy Officer.</p><p><strong>ACS</strong><br>This role is within the Business Partner Finance team supporting Adult Care Services, (ACS), which has a net budget of over £500m. The role reports to the Finance Manager and you will have responsibility for the line management of two Senior Accountants in the team. As a senior member of the ACS Finance team, your responsibilities will include leading on all areas of the ACS budget setting and monitoring process, incorporating work on inflation modelling and monitoring of key transformation savings programmes. </p><h4>About the role</h4><p><strong>Corporate Finance</strong></p><ul>\n<li>Leading on the Council’s financial budget setting process and development of the medium-term financial strategy.</li>\n<li>Leading on the preparation and coordination of the Council’s budget monitor report.</li>\n<li>The role will have exposure to senior management, and you’ll contribute to strategic financial decision making.</li>\n<li>You’ll be involved with technical areas of local government funding, including local taxation, which will involve co-ordinating with Hertfordshire District and Borough Councils.</li>\n<li>Other responsibilities will include the monitoring of grant income, co-ordination of key government returns, supporting with year-end working papers, and promoting best practice in financial processes.</li>\n<li>The role will line-manage two members of staff (senior accountant and accountancy officer)</li>\n</ul><p><strong>ACS</strong></p><ul>\n<li>You will lead on the budget setting process for Adult Care Services and have responsibility for the monitoring of key transformational savings programmes.</li>\n<li>You will also lead on the support to our In-House services, developing appropriate operational costing models in conjunction with Heads of Service in ACS.</li>\n<li>Other responsibilities will include leading on the monitoring of capital programmes within the Department and overall co-ordination of the ACS revenue monitor.</li>\n</ul><h4>About you</h4><p><strong>Essential  </strong></p><ul>\n<li>Be a fully qualified accountant (CIPFA or equivalent), or be qualified by experience</li>\n<li>Have the ability to build relationships up to Chief Officer level both within HCC and partner organisations, creating trust and confidence and fostering a partnership approach.</li>\n<li>Have the ability to problem solve. Determine solutions that reflect wider implications, (eg political, managerial etc), and stakeholder needs. Ensure identification and delivery of improvements and negotiating the delivery of actions where these are outside of your direct control, (and even outside of your organisation).</li>\n<li>Have the ability to explain complex financial information and risks associated with the information to senior leaders within both HCC and partner organisations.</li>\n<li>Have extensive experience of managing key financial processes, and be able to interpret and apply financial policies, procedures, guidance and legislation.</li>\n<li>Be able to challenge effectively and influence others where those people may not be within HCC</li>\n<li>Experience with modelling</li>\n</ul><p><br><strong>Desirable </strong></p><ul>\n<li>Previous exposure to Adult Care Services or Corporate Finance would be beneficial, although not essential.</li>\n<li>Experience in working for local government would be beneficial </li>\n</ul><p><em>We welcome applications from candidates who currently reside in the UK with established proof of right to work documentation. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time for this role.</em></p><p>This job role is within the Corporate Services level 13 job profile. Please locate this via:</p><p>Job profiles - Corporate services</p><p>To hear more about this opportunity please contact Anita.Zala@hertfordshire.gov.uk - ACS; Matthew.Nendick@hertfordshire.gov.uk - Corporate for an informal discussion about the role.</p><p><strong>Interview Date</strong>: to be confirmed</p><p>Benefits of working for us</p><h4>How to apply</h4><p>As part of your application, please upload your most recent CV. Ensure your CV is up to date with your employment history (including any employment gaps), and including any training/qualifications. We encourage you to include examples of where you have demonstrated the requirements/criteria in the advert / job profile to allow the panel to fully recognise your skills and abilities. 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Investigation Officer

Peabody

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£39,500 pa + benefits

Westminster (Hybrid)

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Peabody seeks an Investigation Officer to combat tenancy fraud, conduct investigations, and work with legal teams to enforce cases.

Head of Corporate Finance and Deputy Section 151 Officer

Essex County Council

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£80000 - £81000 per annum

CO1 1PJ (On-Site)

Posted 1 day ago

Closing in 4 days

Finance Officer

London Borough of Enfield

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£37,068 - £38,058

Enfield (On-Site)

Posted 6 days ago

Assistant Finance Business Partner (P01481)

Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council

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Starting salary £37,160pa with potential progression to £43,690pa on achieving designated skills and experience

Campus East, Welwyn Garden City (On-Site)

Posted 6 days ago

Property and Regeneration Lawyer – Commercial and Contracts Legal Team

London Borough of Bromley

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£48,000 - £59,998 (dependent on experience).

Bromley (Hybrid)

Posted 6 days ago

Payroll and Pension Administrator

Social Interest Group

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£27,000

1 Waterloo Gardens, London (On-Site)

Posted 6 days ago

Trainee Accountant

Medway Council

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Range 3 (£25,752 - £30,732) per annum

Gun Wharf (On-Site)

Posted 6 days ago

Purchase Ledger Assistant

Sue Ryder

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plus competitive reward and benefit scheme

Suffolk, Essex (Hybrid)

Posted 7 days ago

Finance Assistant

Hertfordshire County Council

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£26,835 progressing to £30,060.00pa. pay award pending

Stevenage (On-Site)

Posted 7 days ago

Closing in 2 days

Payroll Officer - Braintree District Council

Essex County Council

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£29999 - £30000.0000 per annum

CM7 9HB (On-Site)

Posted 8 days ago

Finance Business Partner

University Schools Trust (UST)

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P06 £54,684 - £57,726

University Schools Trust , St Paul's Way Trust School, Secondary , Royal Greenwich Trust School , Cyril Jackson Primary School , Sir William Burrough Primary School (On-Site)

Posted 8 days ago

Closing in 6 days

Finance Business Partner - Compliance

Notting Hill Genesis

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£45013 - £50014 per annum + 35 hours per week.

Kings Cross (On-Site)

Posted 8 days ago

Closing in 2 days

Chief Accountant - Colchester City Council

Essex County Council

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£49000 - £61000 per annum

CO1 1PJ (On-Site)

Posted 8 days ago

Closing in 2 days

Finance Business Partner - Financial Reporting

Notting Hill Genesis

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£45013 - £50014 per annum + 35 hours per week.

Kings Cross (On-Site)

Posted 12 days ago

Closing in 4 days

Graduate Finance Intern

Hexagon Housing

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£25,207 p.a. London Living Wage

Sydenham, SE26 (Hybrid)

Posted 16 days ago

Closing in 5 days

Assistant Client Audit Manager

Hertfordshire County Council

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£52,138 progressing to £57,652 per annum

Stevenage (On-Site)

Posted 16 days ago

Closing in 4 days

Principal Accountant

Hertfordshire County Council

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£52,138 progressing to £57,652 pa

Stevenage (On-Site)

Posted 26 days ago

Closing in 5 days

Corporate Accountant (RP0033)

Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council

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Starting salary £49,123pa with potential progression to £52,279pa on achieving designated skills and experience

The Campus, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire (On-Site)

Posted 30+ days ago

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