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An introduction to our Funding Assurance team\n Education providers can obtain funding from central government (the Education and Skills Funding Agency (ESFA), which on the 01/04/2025 became part of the Department for Education (DfE)) to provide ‘post-16 delivery'. The DfE also devolves adult education funding, now called adult skills fund to Mayoral Combined Authorities (MCAs), including the Greater London Authority (GLA). This includes 16 to 19 study programmes, T Levels, T Levels transition programme, apprenticeships, adult education budget, adult skills fund, community learning (now called tailored learning), advanced learner loans, skills bootcamps, 16 to 19 bursary fund and free meals in further education. \n The Funding Assurance team examine and monitor the data reported to the ESFA, now DfE and the GLA and MCA clients to identify possible errors in the funding that has been claimed by education providers for post-16 delivery. The team therefore helps to ensure that government funding is being used as intended . As part of this team, you will therefore have an important role in helping to ensure that any improper claims for funding can be recovered by the DfE, GLA and MCAs. \n The role will principally involve working with the Funding Assurance Partner, Manager and other members of the close knit Funding Assurance team of specialist staff to help plan and deliver funding assurance reviews. The Funding Assurance team is typically supplemented by members of the wider Public and Social Sector Risk Consulting team during busy periods and you will therefore also feel part of this much bigger team of circa 100 staff too. \nRole & Responsibilities\n The nature of the training will vary depending on your previous knowledge and experience of funding assurance and associated rules: \n\n • Invest time in understanding the detailed funding rules set by the DfE, MCA and GLA;\n, • Learn to plan and perform testing of compliance with DfE, MCA and GLA funding rules, alongside building effective relationships with the education providers you are assessing;\n, • Provide clear verbal feedback to the education providers you are assessing;\n, • Prepare draft reports for the education providers that summarise the work you have performed and your conclusions, including any possible financial impact and clawback of funding claimed;\n, • Prepare your testing papers and report in line with set timescales;\n, • Organise the tasks and responsibilities you need to complete;\n, • Provide assistance on other special assignments (e.g. advisory work and investigations), as and when required;\n, • Ensure any queries or requests from clients and the management team are dealt with promptly;\n, • Produce high quality work in line with the Firm's policy and processes;\n, • Take onboard feedback and demonstrate that you have learned from this in future work;\n, • Start to take ownership for a whole review towards the end of the two years;\n, • Form effective working relationships with other funding assurance specialists and the wider Public and Social Sector Risk Consulting team.\n\nSkills, Knowledge & Experience\n\n, • Knowledge of funding assurance reviews, PDSATs and ILR data (mandatory)\n, • Knowledge of DfE, GLA and MCA funding rules and regulatory requirements (mandatory)\n, • Developing technical expertise: An enthusiasm for developing specific expertise and knowledge in a narrow subject matter. Experience or enthusiasm for developing knowledge of specific rules and processes/procedures.\n, • Interpersonal skills; the ability to build client relationships with a foundation of trust and responsibility.\n, • Communication skills: the ability to articulate your ideas and suggestions clearly and effectively in both verbal and written forms. Building effective relationships, alongside delivering potentially difficult messages.\n, • Analytical skills; the ability to think critically, research and solve problems.\n, • Attention to detail, including a meticulous approach to checking own work, and strong time-management skills.\n, • Motivated by contributing to the work of a bigger team by taking accountability for the quality of own work.\n, • Ability to manage more than one piece of work to set deadlines.\n, • Commitment to self-development & learning.\n

Hi, We’re Sayer Vincent and we’re not your typical audit firm! We’ve been around for quite a while… established in 1983 by three accountants committed to social justice they saw the need for dedicated specialist audit and advice for charities and social purpose organisations. Our company is growing and adapting but we’re pleased to say out founding ethos is still a drive at the firm to this day. We make charities become more effective at what they do - which in turn helps their beneficiaries. So, if you are passionate about causes, working for us would be right up your street! We really value what every individual brings to our business and believe our people are the most important part. Providing a supportive culture where everyone can learn, develop and grow whilst really understanding what they bring to the business. The firm has been growing steadily over the last few years and we are looking for fully qualified auditors. Assistant audit managers work as part of our audit team delivering client work and provide coaching to less experienced colleagues. About the role Qualified senior auditors work as part of our audit team delivering client work. As experienced auditors and professionally qualified members of staff, they provide coaching to less experienced colleagues, alongside the practical delivery of audit and other client work. Responsibilities • Undertake client work as directed, mainly this will involve statutory audits but will also encompass other client assignments such as due diligence, VAT, internal audit and training activities, • Follow the firm’s policies and procedures on all work to achieve high standards and deliver an excellent service to clients, • Adhere to firm’s standards on independence and professional ethics, • Keep managers and partners regularly informed of activities, capacity and progress on assignments to ensure that time is fully utilised, • Participate in meetings as appropriate, playing an active part in internal briefing and de-brief sessions, • Provide effective supervision and training to trainee accountants who are undertaking audit work, • Where required, work alone at client’s premises with minimal supervision, presenting completed audit file for manager review, which includes management letter, • Any other tasks in line with the responsibilities of the role Skills and knowledge • Thorough knowledge of the firm’s processes for delivering services to clients, as represented by manuals and guidance on our intranet, • Commitment and interest in the charity / not for profit sector, • Ability to work alone at client’s premises or lead an audit team as the most senior member of the on-site staff, • Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to communicate well with non-finance personnel at clients, • Ability to prioritise own work effectively, planning time and assignments effectively to meet client deadlines and internal deadlines, • IT literate, particularly in relation to use of Microsoft Office applications, • Experience of charity audits and accounts, • Experience of dealing with senior staff at clients Qualifications • ACA with good exam record, or equivalent qualification, • Degree level qualification, or AAT qualified Work experience • Accounts preparation experience both using accounting packages and incomplete records, • Experience of supervising audit staff, • At least two years’ experience of working on audit assignments Key interfaces Clients Audit Managers Trainees Support and development Qualified senior auditors will be supported by individual principals who will be senior audit managers or partners. The principal will provide support and assistance in professional development, encouraging the qualified auditor to actively explore and gain experience of non-audit work. Whilst we cannot predict what non-audit work will be undertaken, it will build upon the audit skills acquired during the course of the ACA training contract. Recent non-audit work undertaken has included due diligence assignments, internal audit, external training, VAT and tax assignments and additional accounting support to clients. Qualified senior auditors will be provided with a tailored development programme that will include further soft skills training as well as continuing professional development. Qualified auditors will be required to remain technically up to date and to develop new skills from the challenge of undertaking non-audit assignments. Qualified senior auditors will be supported to achieve the Diploma in Charity Accounting through the experience route. If this sounds like you, we’d be keen to hear from you and look forward to reviewing your application. Salary Circa £53,000

Management Accountant, London Bridge, 50k. They are seeking a Management Accountant who is technically strong, commercially minded, and ambitious, with a desire to progress quickly. Part-qualified, newly qualified, or qualified accountant (AAT/ACCA/CIMA).

Business Development Executive. Supporting business development meetings and attending industry events. Proven experience in business development, ideally within the education or training sector.

Regent Property are a dynamic and fast-growing agency, offering a complete service for investors, incorporating Lettings, Property Management, Sales, Furniture, Maintenance, Refurbishment and Block Management. We are now recruiting for a Client Accountant to join the team within our London office. Key responsibilities: You will deliver an efficient and effective service to Regent’s Clients (Landlords), Tenants, Contractors and Staff: • Ensuring monies are received, statements are raised, and invoice reconciliation is undertaken in a timely manner., • Provide consultative support to Landlords and Tenants on all finance related matters., • Maintaining client management system (MRI Qube/Aspasia) to ensure all records are accessible and up to date, • Process all payments via BACS/International payments in a timely manner to ensure client expectations are met., • Chase debtors & identifying unallocated funds, • Sending regular rent arrears reporting & chasing daily in line with Company processes, • Paying contractor invoices within 30 days in line with our contractor service level agreement & to report on contractor commissions, • Verification of new deals., • Ensure deposits are protected according to legislation., • Overseeing daily reconciliation of the client account and other bank accounts as necessary., • Preparation of NRL returns and reports. The role: • Reporting directly to Client Accounts Manager, • Monday to Friday, 9am - 6pm, • 31 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays) increasing with each year of service, • Additional day off on your birthday, • 1 day WFH per week after initial 3 month settling in period, • Vibrant and fun office environment in a great location in Southbank, • Regular socials throughout the year, • We will support you in studying for further qualifications (subject to training agreement), • Salary £30-33k DOE The ideal candidate will have: • Must have a minimum of 2 years’ experience working in a residential client accounts department, • Experience in using Qube (Aspasia) not essential but beneficial, • A good understanding of the residential property market, • High IT literacy & attention to detail, • Qualifications: AAT Level 3 qualified (or similar business/finance qualification)

Job Introduction We are looking for an Accounts Payable Assistant for a fixed term contract to support the Finance Team in the effective running of Accounts Payable function. Role Responsibility Accounts Payable • Processing of all invoices and matching to POs and GRNs, • Ensuring GRNI balances being kept within target and old balances being reconciled and cleared regularly, • Reconciling supplier accounts based on statements received, • Dealing with supplier queries (including price and quantity queries on invoices), • Preparing creditors’ reports with commentary, • Preparing EFT and Euro weekly payment runs, • Covering for overhead invoices, staff expenses and cashbook reconciliations, • Obtaining credit notes for Returns Warehouse and assisting Supply Chain when needed Other • Supporting annual audit process, • Preparing various external reporting, • Providing support to the Finance Manager as and when requested The Ideal Candidate Experience • Experience within accounts payable and liaising with customers and/or suppliers Qualifications • AAT, part qual or QBE Skills • Excellent IT skills and intermediate excel skills (e.g. pivot tables, complex calculations, data reporting and analysis), • Strong organisational skills;, • Ability to manage workload and prioritise tasks to meet deadlines;, • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to develop positive relationships;, • Accurate with a high level of attention to detail., • Experience of Syspro or similar ERP system Attributes • Good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate at all levels, • Results oriented with a ‘can do’ attitude, • Ability to work independently, prioritising and organising workload to ensure that key tasks are completed to specified deadlines, • Ability to identify and articulate procedures to improve and put forward ideas accordingly, • A team player, • Confident in dealing with internal and external stakeholders, • Adaptable, • Curious and willing to learn, • Comfortable in communicating with senior stakeholders

Hackney Sixth Form College is seeking a dedicated Accountancy Teacher to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic educator to inspire and support our students in achieving their academic and professional goals. ✨ Key Details: • Days Required: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, • Subject: Accountancy (must be able to teach AAT), • Start Date: Immediate, • Contract: Fixed-term or permanent role available 🎯 What We’re Looking For: • Qualified teacher with experience delivering Accountancy/AAT courses, • Passion for engaging and motivating sixth form learners, • Strong communication and organizational skills, • Commitment to student success and professional standards 📌 Why Join Us? At Hackney Sixth Form College, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment. You’ll be part of a dynamic team dedicated to helping students excel in both their studies and future careers. 👉 If you’re ready to make a difference and start immediately, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help shape the future of our learners!

About the Role The Treasury Accountant will oversee Unite’s bank accounts and treasury activities, ensuring robust control, compliance, and effective relationships with financial institutions. The role manages cash balances, reconciliations, currency transactions, banking signatories, and credit card systems, supporting the Union’s financial stability and governance. Responsibilities • Maintain oversight of all Unite bank accounts, ensuring proper controls and compliance are applied., • Act as day-to-day relationship manager with Unity Trust Bank and other financial institutions., • Work with Procurement to implement a new credit card system, then manage its ongoing administration, reconciliation, and compliance., • Oversee and maintain accurate, timely, and complete bank reconciliations across Unite., • Manage high value currency transactions, ensuring accuracy and value for money., • Manage banking signatories for the organisation, including delivery of Know Your Customer (KYC) checks., • Liaise with Regional Finance teams and Regional Secretaries to suspend, freeze, and close bank accounts when required., • Accurately report cash balances to the Financial Accountant to support weekly and daily cash management., • Provide training to relevant colleagues on credit cards, reconciliations, faster payments, and bulk payments processes., • Undertake any other treasury-related projects or administrative functions as required by the Deputy Finance Director or Finance Director. Qualifications • Part-qualified or newly qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA)., • AAT alone will be insufficient. Required Skills • Knowledge of banking processes, reconciliations, and currency transactions., • Strong numeracy, analytical, and reporting skills., • Ability to relate to others and work co-operatively in a team environment, with strong interpersonal and communication skills., • Strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines., • Displays a flexible and co-operative approach to initiating and completing changes of processes/working practices., • Discretion and the ability to work to a high degree of confidentiality., • Aware of compliance and risk management in treasury operations. Preferred Skills • Understanding of the principles of Trade Unions representing working people., • Experience of delivering financial training to colleagues. Please Note: Shortlisted candidates will be drawn from those who best meet the criteria below and in the job description. Candidates will need to give strong evidence in all sections. The examples are given as a guide to candidates about the kind of evidence they should provide.

Audit and Risk Recruitment are partnering with a West London Council in the search for a Strategic Finance Business Partner. This is a specialist interim assignment focusing specifically on the Housing Revenue Account (HRA). We are looking for a senior finance professional who can hit the ground running to finalize budget proposals for 2026/27 and oversee the long-term financial health of the housing stock. Working Arrangements • Rate: £600.00 per day (Inside IR35)., • flexibility: This role offers excellent work-life balance, requiring only one day per week in the Uxbridge office, with the remainder remote. Key Deliverables As the lead on the revenue side of the HRA, you will be working toward the February 2026 Cabinet and Council deadlines. Your core responsibilities will include: • Strategic Planning: Updating and maintaining the HRA 30-year Business Plan, ensuring it reflects the current economic climate and service needs., • Capital Integration: Collaborating closely with the Capital Finance Business Partnering Team. You will ensure the revenue implications of acquisitions, developments, and works to stock are accurately captured in the financial strategy., • Year-End Closure: Leading the closing of the HRA accounts for the 2025/26 financial year, including the preparation of notes for the statement of accounts., • Team Leadership: You will manage, mentor, and develop two Assistant Finance Business Partners (one currently finalizing their AAT). A passion for developing junior talent is essential. The Candidate To be considered for this role, prior knowledge and experience of the HRA is essential. We are looking for a candidate who can: • Demonstrate a deep understanding of HRA regulations, rent setting, and 30-year business planning models., • Bridge the gap between finance and service leads, providing robust challenge and support to budget managers., • Step into a line management role immediately, providing guidance to a developing team. Next Steps If you have the specific HRA expertise required and are looking for a high-rate contract with significant flexibility, please apply with your latest CV or contact me directly for a confidential discussion.

As a Senior Internal Auditor at the British Heart Foundation, you’ll have the opportunity to make a real impact. Internal Audit or Accounting (such as CIA, MIIA, AAT, ACCA, or CIMA).

The Finance Manager will play a crucial role for the organisation, with responsibility for the charity’s finance function including day-to-day management and book-keeping as well as providing strategic support for the CEO. You will produce quarterly management reports in line with YCAT’s reporting framework, create project budgets and reports for funders, prepare the annual statutory financial statements and lead the relationship with the charity’s external auditors. This role requires practical, hands-on experience of delivering the wide range of finance and accounting services required by a small business or charity; an excellent understanding of Accounting Principles; a knowledge of charity SORP and charity statutory accounting are highly desirable; solid experience of the audit and preparation of annual financial accounts are essential; you must already hold a full qualification in either AAT, ACCA, ACA or CIMA; practical experience of preparing management and statutory reports is required; and experience of advising senior leadership on finance matters to inform strategic planning. You will be highly motivated by the charity’s work; have a sound working knowledge of Xero and Google Sheets/Excel; strong attention to detail, producing work with a high level of accuracy; excellent written and oral communication skills and an ability to use information effectively and apply sound judgment in order to make decisions. You will be adaptable and organised in prioritising workloads; work effectively to deadlines and demonstrate integrity, understanding the care needed with sensitive information.

Finance & Admin Officer, Project Finance Officer, Finance Assistant, Oxford. Finance & Admin Officer, Project Finance Officer, Finance Assistant, Oxford, COR7424. What's required of the Finance & Admin Officer? Previous experience in a finance or bookkeeping role AAT qualification (or equivalent), o

Finance Assistant (AAT Qualified) £26,000 - £28,000 + Training + Progression Newport, South Wales Are you an Finance Assistant with an AAT qualification or similar looking to join a national market leader that will help you develop your skills and progress into a senior role? On offer is the chanc

Accounts Administrator We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Accounts Administrator working towards, qualified or has an interest in obtaining AAT Level 2.

Make sure to apply quickly in order to maximise your chances of being considered for an interview Read the complete job description below.Accounts Senior Full-time | Permanent | Flexible Hours | Study Support We’re a growing firm of Chartered Accountants in Halifax looking for a Qualified AAT or P

A reputable accounting firm in Dartford is seeking an Accounts Assistant to join their Accounting Services team. Essential qualifications include AAT Level 3 and experience in bookkeeping and management accounting.

We're working with a scaling accountancy firm to appoint Part-Qualified Accountant. Why the Part-Qualified Accountant role matters. What you'll bring AAT qualified or ACCA/ACA part-qualified (or equivalent), with 2+ years' practice experience.

This role offers a fantastic opportunity to gain practical experience while pursuing the AAT Level 3 qualification.

Apprentice Accountant - AAT Level 3. AAT Level 3 Accounting qualification. You will be part of the practice’s continued expansion and will be expected to want to progress within the company whilst completing the AAT/ACA qualification.

A firm of Chartered Accountants is looking to appoint an experienced general practice accountantinto their team. The post would suit either a fully qualified, AAT or qualified by experience accountant with current or previous experience working in a firm of accountants.

A digital technology membership organization is looking for a Finance Assistant to manage escrow administration and assist with the finance team.The role involves handling accounts receivable, accounts payable, and maintaining accurate financial records.The ideal candidate must be AAT qualified with

Are you looking to start a career in accountancy?.Would you like to study for a fully sponsored globally recognised accounting qualification through award winning training providers whilst gaining on the job experience within a friendly and flexible working environment and through real client work?.

The ideal candidate will be AAT qualified or hold an ACCA Foundation qualification, with proficiency in Excel and Xero. If you are a team player who excels under pressure and is passionate about delivering high-quality work, this role is perfect for you.

Ideal applicants will have AAT Level 3/4 or early ACCA/CIMA qualifications, proven experience with Sage software, and excellent organisational skills.

A leading accountancy firm in the UK is seeking motivated individuals for its trainee school leaver program.The role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in business, audit, or tax while pursuing professional qualifications like AAT or ACA.Expectations include at least 112 UCAS po

A main car dealership in Sunbury-on-Thames is seeking an experienced Assistant Accountant.The ideal candidate must have at least 3 years of experience, be AAT or ACCA qualified, and possess efficiency in managing tasks.Responsibilities include monthly reconciliations, controlling manufacturer debts,

This role offers flexible hours, focuses on AAT support, and encompasses various transactional finance duties.

The ideal candidate will be AAT qualified and possess experience with accounting systems, specifically Sage 50.

As an Level 3 Accounts Assistant Apprenticeship (AAT), you will learn the basics of accounts and VAT return preparation, gradually advancing to drafting accounts, tax computations, and VAT returns, all with a focus on the unique financial needs of the farming industry. Your training will combine on-

The ideal candidate will be AAT qualified with prior experience in accounting roles, handling payroll, sales invoicing, purchase ledgers, debt collection, credit control, and general bookkeeping.

AAT Trainee Accountant / ATT Tax Adviser - Newcastle. Undergo a structured 3-year programme to gain the AAT or ATT qualification, establishing a solid foundation for a successful career.

Finance Assistant- AAT Qualified.

A growing finance company in the UK seeks an Apprentice Accounts Assistant in Diss, Norfolk.This role offers a hands-on introduction to finance with support for professional qualifications.Ideal for those eager to learn, you will gain essential bookkeeping skills and progress towards a recognised ac

Join #TeamDA as an Accounts Assistant Apprentice (AAT). L3 Accounts Assistant Apprenticeship (AAT). Your technical knowledge will come from on-the-job training, in-house development sessions, and studying for the AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting qualification.

This role requires AAT Level 3 or 4 and involves working closely with experienced accountants on various client tasks including bookkeeping, audits, and client support. Full support will be provided for AAT completion and progression to further qualifications.

The ideal candidate will be studying for an AAT qualification and will have experience using Xero, along with strong Excel skills.

Candidates will either be studying or have completed AAT level 2/3, and will be responsible for various transactional duties, payment runs, and reconciliation tasks.

Family-like culture with long-serving staff and a dedicated training team of AAT & ACA trainees. Our client are a long-established, forward-thinking accountancy practice looking for someone who has completed their AAT Level 3 or 4 to join our growing team. Develop practical skills alongside your AAT

This role is ideal for candidates studying AAT or having recently completed it.

Successful applicants will have completed or be studying AAT Level 3 and possess experience in finance roles.