Temp immediate start finance Work, Jobs in London, Eng (with Salaries)

Finance Officer LBS
Civic Recruitment Limited —London
- £24.54 an hour
- Temporary
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- Analysis skills
- Organisational skills
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13d
HR and Finance Administrator
University College London —London
- £36,433 - £41,833 a year
- Full-time
- Communication skills
- School
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
7d
Accounts Assistant
Pinnacle Group —London
- £18 an hour
- Temporary
- Microsoft Excel
- Administrative experience
- Organisational skills
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
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Temporary Accounts Assistant
Helix International Group —London
- Microsoft Excel
- ERP systems
- Organisational skills
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2d
Accounts Payable Specialist
Wolffkran Ltd. —London
- £25,000 - £30,000 a year
- Temporary
- Microsoft Excel
- Data entry
- Organisational skills
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Liquidity Business Analyst - Treasury (9 months-Contract)
Nomura —London
- Temporary
- SQL
- Analysis skills
- Presentation skills
Financial Accountant
Topdeck Travel Ltd —London
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Accounting
- AI
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
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5d
Finance Operations Manager (12-Month Fixed-Term Contract - Maternity Cover)
Improbable —London
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Accounting
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IMMEDIATE START - Accounts Assistant
J W Suckling Transport Ltd —Basildon
- Up to £28,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office
- Accounting
- Free parking
- Employee assistance programme
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7d
Business Requirements Lead (Syndicate Reporting) | Specialty Insurance Finance Transformation | London Hybrid | Immediate Start
Vantage Point —London
- Hybrid work
- Agile
- Communication skills
5d
E-commerce Admin & Accounts Assistant
Sarmexa Limited —Harrow on the Hill
- Temporary
- Hybrid work
- English
- QuickBooks
- Computer skills
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13d
SEN Finance Officer Bexley - Admin & Clerical
Civic Recruitment Limited —Bexleyheath
- £183.40 a day
- Temporary
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- Analysis skills
- Continuous improvement
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MiFID Regulatory Reporting Business Analyst (12 Months Contract)
Nomura —London
- Temporary
- Analysis skills
- Contracts
- Communication skills
Purchase & Sales Ledger Assistant - July 2026
Royal Holloway Students' Union —Egham
- £20,283 - £21,826 a year
- Temporary
- Hybrid work
- Sales
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
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8d
Regulatory Liquidity Reporting Controller (9 Months contract)
Nomura —London
- Temporary
- Analysis skills
- IT
Financial Controller (maternity cover)
Mimecast —London
- £100,000 - £150,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Organisational skills
- Leadership
[Korean Speaking General Banking Officer and Administrative Operator]
Kookmin Bank London Branch —London
- From £32,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Excel
- English
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14d
Compliance Senior Analyst - Temporary
Boston Consulting Group —London
- Full-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
2026 | EMEA | London | FICC & Equities (Sales & Trading) | Seasonal/Off Cycle Internship
Goldman Sachs —London
- Internship
Intern European Private Credit
Allianz —London
- Full-time
- English
- Microsoft Office
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Finance Officer LBS

Civic Recruitment Limited
London

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Job details

Temporary | Full-time
£24.54 an hour
13 days ago

Qualifications

Microsoft Excel
Accounts payable
SAP
Analysis skills
Organisational skills
Communication skills
Account reconciliation

Full job description

3 months contract with a Local Authority

Job title: Finance Officer LBS (Accounts Payable)

Job Purpose

To provide effective accounts payable and financial administration support by ensuring the accurate and timely processing of funding and supplier payments. The post holder will be responsible for maintaining financial records, reconciling accounts, supporting schools with payment-related queries, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations, procedures, and audit requirements. The role plays a key part in supporting efficient financial operations and delivering high-quality finance services.

Key Responsibilities

Payment Processing

Process funding payments, supplier invoices, and other financial transactions accurately and within agreed timescales.
Ensure all payments are supported by appropriate documentation and approvals.
Monitor payment schedules and ensure deadlines are met.

Account Reconciliation

Reconcile financial accounts and payment records regularly.
Investigate and resolve discrepancies, outstanding items, and payment issues.
Ensure all financial information is accurate and up to date.

Financial Administration

Maintain accurate financial records, databases, and documentation.
Update and manage SAP records and financial information.
Support the preparation of reports, reconciliations, and management information.

School and Stakeholder Support

Act as a point of contact for schools regarding funding payments and financial queries.
Liaise with internal departments and external stakeholders to resolve payment issues.
Build positive working relationships through professional and effective communication.

Compliance and Control

Ensure all activities comply with financial regulations, policies, and procedures.
Support internal and external audit requirements.
Maintain confidentiality and security of financial information.
Assist in implementing and maintaining effective financial controls.

Continuous Improvement

Identify opportunities to improve payment processing and financial administration procedures.
Support process improvement initiatives within the finance team.
Contribute positively to team objectives and service delivery standards.

Essential Experience

Minimum 2 years' experience in a finance, accounts payable, or similar financial administration role within a local authority or school setting.
Minimum 1 year's experience using SAP financial systems.
Experience processing payments and maintaining financial records.
Experience reconciling accounts and resolving financial discrepancies.
Experience working with large volumes of financial data.
Experience providing support and guidance to customers or stakeholders.

Essential Qualifications

Minimum 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) including:
- English
- Mathematics

Desirable Qualifications

AAT Level 2 or Level 3 qualification (or equivalent).
Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related qualification.

Skills and Knowledge

Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills, including formulas, spreadsheets, data validation, and reporting.
Strong numerical and analytical skills.
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
Good organisational and workload management skills.
Ability to work to deadlines and manage competing priorities.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Knowledge of accounts payable processes and financial procedures.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information.
Proficiency in SAP and financial management systems.

Desirable Experience and Knowledge

Experience working with school funding or education finance processes.
Knowledge of local authority finance procedures.
Experience reconciling large volumes of financial data.
Knowledge of financial controls, governance requirements, and audit procedures.
Experience preparing financial reports and management information.

Additional Information

Location: 160 Tooley Street, London, SE1 2QH, United Kingdom.
Working Pattern: Hybrid working – 3 days remote and 2 days office-based per week.
Working Hours: 35 hours per week.
Pay Rate: £24.54 per hour (Limited Company/Umbrella).
Contract Type: Temporary/Agency Contract (subject to assignment details).
Reporting To: Finance Manager / Senior Finance Officer.
Department: Finance / Education Finance.
Systems: SAP, Microsoft Excel, and other financial management systems.
Key Stakeholders: Schools, suppliers, internal finance teams, and external partners.
Compliance Requirements: Adherence to financial regulations, internal controls, audit requirements, GDPR, and organisational policies and procedures.
Performance Expectations: Timely and accurate processing of payments, effective account reconciliation, maintenance of financial records, and delivery of high-quality customer service.
Working Environment: Fast-paced finance environment requiring strong attention to detail, accuracy, and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Development Opportunities: Ongoing exposure to education finance, local authority financial processes, SAP systems, and financial controls.
We operate on a bi-weekly payment schedule.
Closing date: Soon – early applications are encouraged

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