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- Resident Liaison Officer - Social Housing Planned Works - Based in Royal Borough Kensington & Chelsea - must be a resident of the Borough - Full time - Monday to Friday 8am to 4:30pm - 16 week FTC with the possibility of extension - start Mid February We're currently working with a leading main mechanical contractor to find a successful and proactive Resident Liaison Officer to join their team delivering Planned Works in Social Housing in the Kensington & Chelsea area. It will be your responsibility to develop positive relationships with residents in order to provide information and support during refurbishment, maintenance and major works programmes. You will prevent and limit dissatisfaction, resolve complaints and queries quickly and efficiently. This scheme is working closely with a public sector client so previous experience working for a main contractor on similar projects is ideal but not required as training given on the job. Key Responsibilities include: - Working on planned maintenance projects - Being the main point of contact for residents during planned works; both face to face and via telephone/email - Pre-entry visits and company inductions - Proactively collect residents contact details for future communication - Visiting tenants in their homes and advising them on when and what work is being carried out - Act as the main point of contact and deal with any problems/queries that the tenant may have - Visiting properties that are being refurbished with potential tenants and advising them on completion dates Key requirements include: - Must hold CSCS card - Resident of Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea - Strong communication skills, both written & verbal - Experience working on a live construction site & within site operations - Knowledge of MS Word & Excel to an intermediate level You will be based in the temporary Site Office, working closely with the Site Managers & Engineers. This role may include lone office working while other employees are working elsewhere in the building. Due to the company Social Values policy, you must be based within the Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea to be considered for this role. If you're available to start in Mid February then Please apply online now!
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About the Role: We are looking for a highly motivated and experienced College Accountant to lead and manage our Finance team. In this key role, you will be responsible for ensuring that our financial controls are robust and aligned with both internal policies and legal requirements. You will provide timely and accurate financial information and management reporting, while also maintaining strong financial health for the College. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage the Finance Department to ensure effective and efficient operations. Prepare and present monthly management accounts for review by the Director of Finance, Senior Management Team, and Governors. Oversee compliance with internal controls and financial regulations, while driving improvements in systems, processes, and customer service. Provide real-time financial monitoring reports to budget holders, offering assistance as needed. Manage the College’s budgeting process and ensure budgetary controls are in place. Prepare statutory accounts for the College and subsidiary companies, liaising with external and internal auditors. Ensure all required returns are submitted to government and funding bodies. Oversee day-to-day treasury management in line with College policies. Manage key functions within the Finance Department, including sales ledger, purchase ledger, banking, student finance, fixed assets, and payroll checks (administered by HR). Work closely with the Director of Finance to develop and implement financial strategies, accounting practices, and reporting frameworks. Manage the College’s financial system (currently Symmetry Financials) and ensure staff are fully trained in its use. Oversee VAT and taxation issues, including statutory payroll returns. Act as a key point of contact for auditors, external consultants, and statutory bodies. Provide management information to the Senior Management Team as required. Support ongoing improvements and innovation within the finance team and wider College operations. What We’re Looking For: Qualifications: 'O' and 'A' Levels, including Maths and English. Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA/CIPFA). Experience: 3-5 years of post-qualification experience, ideally within a Further Education (FE) college or similar organisation. Strong technical accounting and management skills, with proficiency in Excel and accounting software. Key Skills & Competencies: Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Proven experience in managing and motivating teams. Ability to work in a dynamic, changing environment. Personal Attributes: High level of personal integrity and commitment to public sector principles. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to think strategically while also being a hands-on problem solver. Motivated, hardworking, and proactive. Safeguarding: The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults. As such, all staff will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check. If you’re passionate about finance and education, and you’re ready to take on an exciting leadership role, we’d love to hear from you!