About the Team:
Based in Cambridge, the UK Finance Shared Service Centre is a team of 56 people across 2 sites. It acts as the central service centre for the Savills UK business, providing services including Accounts Payable, Credit Control, Sales Ledger & Billing, General Ledger and Management Accounts, Tax & VAT, Group Reporting, and Compliance, reporting into Savills PLC.
Day to day duties:
The role offers hands‑on experience through structured rotations across each team within the department. You will spend dedicated time working as part of each team, gaining exposure to transactional processing, credit control, financial data review and reporting, query resolution, and interaction with the wider Savills business.
By building a solid grounding across all areas of the Finance department, you will play an important role in supporting the team during busy periods, helping to keep processes running smoothly, and contributing ideas to improve the way we work. Your involvement will directly support the efficiency and quality of our financial operations across the wider Savills business.
How you’ll make an impact:
Good organisational skills
Word and Excel capabilities
Good written, presentation and numerical skills are essential
Excellent communication skills
Diligent and detail driven
Able to work individually and as part of a team
Punctual, reliable, keen and enthusiastic
Thirst for knowledge and self-motivated
Ahead of anything else, we look for individualism and diversity in our apprentice intake - so it's very important at every stage of the selection process that you take the opportunity to show us what you're really like. Be honest and above all, be yourself.Training:Level 3 AAT Apprenticeship.
On the job training is provided to ensure all the required knowledge and experience is obtained throughout the apprenticeship to qualify successfully.
We will provide the full suite of Savills training programme including mandatory health and safety and office training, as well as specific training relevant to your role.
We ensure that your Continuing Professional Development (CPD) is current and that all staff are fully up to date with changes to legislation and business needs.Training Outcome:Permanent contract for all apprentices, as opposed to a training contract.Employer Description:Founded in the UK in 1855, Savills is one of the world's leading property agents. Our experience and expertise spans the globe, with 600 offices across the Americas, Europe, Asia Pacific, Africa and the Middle East. Our scale gives us wide-ranging specialist and local knowledge, and we take pride in providing best-in-class advice as we help individuals, businesses and institutions make better property decisions.Working Hours :Five full days in the office, working hours 9:00am to 5:30pm. One of these days each week will be dedicated to apprenticeship studies whilst in the office.Skills: Decision Making,Collaboration,Building Relationships,Planning and Organising,Adaptability,Resilience....Read more...
Our Business Administration Apprenticeship is a 2-year programme that provides a blend of on and off the job learning, exposure, experience, and education so that you can develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours to kickstart your career.
You will be working towards a Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship delivered through our partner RHG Consulting and will provide essential financial, administrative, and clerical support to ensure the smooth running of our Finance function.
You’ll learn how to process invoices and payments, manage financial data, and deliver excellent customer service by working in our Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable teams.
Other responsibilities include:
Handle daily financial transactions accurately and quickly
Make sure payments and receipts are recorded correctly and on time
Enter and match documents in the finance system
Answer finance questions by email or phone and pass them on if needed
Check transaction data against outside sources to confirm it’s correct
Create reports to help the Finance team make decisions
Record and report any errors or issues in transactions and track performance
Training:
Training will be delivered through a combination of on‑the‑job training at our Manton Wood site in Worksop and off‑the‑job learning provided by RHG Consulting
The apprentice will develop skills by working within the Finance team, gaining practical experience in finance administration, systems and processes
Off‑the‑job training will be delivered through a blend of workplace learning, remote learning and training sessions, aligned to real work activities
Off‑the‑job training will make up at least 20% of contracted working hours and will be planned and protected to support successful completion of the apprenticeship
Training Outcome:
On successful completion of the apprenticeship, the apprentice may progress into a permanent role within the Finance team, subject to performance and business requirements
Employer Description:Following the combination with Bakkavor in January 2026, we’re one of the UK’s leading creators of convenience food, driven by a simple purpose: to make every day taste better.
As a vibrant and fast-moving business, we’re proud to employ over 28,000 talented colleagues across 36 manufacturing sites and 21 distribution depots in the UK and the US. Together, we bring delicious food to life.
Our products cover every meal occasion from breakfast through to dinner and dessert, with lunch and snacking in between. In FY25, our shared passion helped us achieve combined revenues of approximately £4bn.
Our extensive direct to store (DTS) network, with 17 depots across the UK, allows us to deliver fresh and frozen food both our own and from trusted partners to thousands of stores every day, ensuring consumers enjoy the very best, whenever and wherever they shop.Working Hours :You will be based in our Manton Wood site in Worksop, working Monday - Friday, from 8.30am - 5.00pm.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Initiative,Patience....Read more...
Are you an experienced Finance Manager looking for a part-time role, 4 days per week? The Rochester Bridge Trust is an independent, not-for-profit organisation providing free-to-use crossings across the river at Rochester, now and in perpetuity.Their world-leading team works around the clock to plan, pay for and maintain bridges, including the iconic Old Rochester Bridge, operating with net-zero impact and at zero cost to the community, so that everyone is free to move forward whether by foot, bike, bus or car.They've been around since 1399 and over the centuries their charitable work has expanded to inspiring, educating and funding the next generation of civil engineering talent, and to ensuring the environment, skills and structures that make our area unique are preserved and given new life.All their work is self-funded through a portfolio of properties and investments, with every penny they make invested into ensuring there will always be free passage across the river, and in continuing their mission of building bridges to a better future for the communities they serve.The Rochester Bridge Trust is seeking a Finance Manager to join their Finance Team. This is a part time role for 22 hours worked across 4 days a week, Monday - Thursday. Offices are closed on Fridays. The salary is £50,000 FTE.MAIN PURPOSE OF JOBTo support the Head of Finance in delivering sound financial management of the Trust by preparing the budgets and management accounts, processing financial transactions and maintaining accurate accounting records, ensuring good cost management and financial control.POSITION IN ORGANISATIONReports to the Head of Finance.Line manages the Finance Administrator and Finance Intern when appointed.SCOPE OF JOBFinancial Management and Reporting - 15%
Work with Senior Managers to prepare budgets and provide financial management information to ensure good cost management and financial control.
Financial Accounting - 50%
To process financial transactions, ensuring the Trust's accounting records are properly maintained, with robust systems and controls in place.To manage the Accounts Payable function ensuring compliance with the Procurement Policy and ensuring that purchases are made in line with the Scheme of Delegation.To ensure payments are made in line with the bank mandate.To prepare draft statutory accounts, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and other relevant regulations and legislation.
Cashflow - 10%
To monitor and forecast cashflows to assist in management of the Trust's cash requirements to meet liabilities and maximise returns.
Payroll, Pensions & VAT - 20%
To oversee the preparation, processing and submission of the returns for payroll and pensions.To prepare and submit VAT returns to HMRC.
Other - 5%
To undertake any such duties as directed to support the delivery of the Trust's work.
DIMENSIONS & LIMITS OF AUTHORITY
Can place orders for goods and services within the terms of the approved Scheme of Financial Delegation.Manages petty cash float.
QUALIFICATIONS
Qualified Accountant ACA/ACCA.
EXPERIENCE
Experience of accounting and taxation essential.Experience of budget preparation and control essential.Experience of Sage is desirable. Charity experience would be useful.Experience of cashflow forecasting highly desirable.High standard of written and spoken English essential.Strong organisational and IT skills (MS Office) essential.
How to Apply:If you are interested in this role and would like to learn more please attach your CV to the link provided.....Read more...
Manage the overheads and expenses process, ensuring timely processing and resolution of supplier invoices, card transactions, and expense claims.
Support the accounts payable process for stock suppliers, including three-way matching (PO to invoice to GRN) and resolving any discrepancies.
Assist with monthly reporting and financial controls, such as bank reconciliations, sales and purchase cut-off testing, and supplier statement reconciliations.
Contribute to key finance projects, including audit preparation, cost-control initiatives, balance sheet reviews, and process improvement implementations.
Assist with handling financial queries related to pay, deductions and benefits.
Support with maintaining and updating employee information in the HR/Payroll system.
Assist with monthly headcount reporting.
Training:One day a week training in person at First Intuition:
County House, Conway Mews, London W1T 6AA.Training Outcome:
Clear progression opportunities upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, with the potential to move into a Finance Assistant or Analyst role.
Employer Description:Are you ready to be part of an extraordinary journey with a high-growth venture that’s transforming a £100 billion consumer category? We’re Purdy & Figg, a rapidly growing, eco-friendly business on a mission to revolutionise the way people clean – and we’re looking for passionate individuals to join our team!
Back in 2018, NHS nurse Purdy Rubin and horticulturalist Charlotte Figg set out to create cleaning products that are not only effective but also safe for the environment. Spurred on by Purdy’s sons, Charlie and Jack, they partnered with Chemist Dr. Anna Slastanova to develop natural, beautifully-scented, and refillable cleaning products that rival the ‘big guns’ of the industry.
What started as a humble venture has blossomed into a powerhouse brand with over 400,000 loyal subscribers. We’ve seen an incredible five-fold increase in sales over the past year alone, cementing our place as a leader in the natural cleaning market. And we’re just getting started!
Recognition & Growth
➔ Ranked #1 on 2025’s FEBE Growth 100 list of fastest-growing UK businesses
➔ Ranked #9 on 2025’s Sunday Times 100 list of fastest-growing UK businesses
If you’re passionate about sustainability and want to be part of a dynamic team that’s making waves in the industry, we want to hear from you!Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:30pm.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Proactive and self-motivated,Flexible and adaptable,Confidence,Reliable....Read more...
As an Apprentice at Network Rail Shared Services, you’ll get hands-on experience working alongside experienced and established teams, providing crucial services and support to customers, both internal and external, as we strive to deliver a simpler, better, greener railway for the UK.
What you’ll do at work:
As part of your 12-month apprenticeship, you’ll be exposed to different teams and services across Shared Services, combining your own enthusiasm for learning with unrestricted access to develop knowledge and new skills, all of which will give you a strong foundation to build a successful and rewarding career. Core teams within Shared Services include:
Payroll
HR Administration & Recruitment
Customer Services Helpdesk
Accounts Payable
Account Receivable
Accounting Team
Data Processing & Management
Reporting
The apprenticeship programme will cover the following learning modules:
Personal Effectiveness & Time Management
Problem Solving & Decision Making
Project Management Tools
Business Improvement Tools
Communication Skills & Techniques
Team Working & Relationship Building
Acting Sustainably & Embracing Change
Market Forces & Business Competition
ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance)
Ethical Sourcing & Supply Chains
Positive Mindset & Wellbeing
Business Regulations & Compliance
Data Protection & GDPR
Equality & Diversity
Basic Finance - Cost Control & Budgets
A nationally recognised organisation, Network Rail Shared Services has a fantastic track record for developing and investing in their apprentices, with many previously securing permanent positions at the end of the programme.Training:
Alongside your duties, you will also be studying towards the level 3 Business Administration apprenticeship, which includes learning from business administration specialists
Level 3 Business Administrator apprenticeship standard, which includes:
Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English (if not already achieved)
End-Point Assessment (EPA)
Training provided by the employer and online with The Apprentice Academy
1 to 1 coaching with an experienced coach
Training Outcome:The following roles exist at various levels across the organisation and Network Rail actively promotes from within:
Risk Management
Quality Management
Finance
Business Admin
Project Management
Employer Description:One of the UK’s most recognised engineering and railway companies in the heart of Manchester, Network Rail. They specialise in the maintenance and development of Britain’s rail tracks, signalling, bridges, tunnels, level crossings and many key stations. With new world-class stations being built, they are involved in some of the most ambitious and diverse ventures that this country has ever seen.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 9 am – 5 pm (or 8 am - 4 pm).Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Logical....Read more...
About the team:
The Property Management division provides property management services to a wide and varied client base. We manage all types of properties, including shopping centres, industrial estates, out of town retail, offices, leisure, and residential assets. Our management remit covers 600 million sq ft of commercial property, with a combined rent and service charge roll in excess of £4.6 billion per annum. The role sits within our London based teams, focusing on portfolio management and responsible for managing significant multi let mandates and client relationships.
This is a key role supporting the team in managing some of our clients’ most valuable prime assets, ensuring the highest levels of service delivery and client reporting. Within the team, you will work closely with another administrator to deliver a service focused on operational excellence, customer engagement, place shaping, sustainability, wellbeing, and innovation. The team is highly experienced, with a broad knowledge base, and offers excellent training and career development opportunities for the right person.
Day to day duties:
Assist in the general management of properties under the direction of the Property Manager(s)
Support the collection of rents and other receivables
Compile Excel spreadsheets, including new property budgets, void costs, insurance schedules, and related data
Prepare change notes for new clients, properties, leases, and ongoing tenancy amendments. This includes extracting information from leases and other legal documents and populating database amendment forms
Handle enquiries from tenants, clients, solicitors, local authorities, and other stakeholders
Maintain both manual and electronic property files in accordance with company procedures
Liaise with the property accounts team to resolve property related financial queries
Code and certify invoices in line with approved property budgets
Assist with accounts payable queries as required
Maintain familiarity with the Compass internal reporting system and Client Portal, updating information as required
As a member of the Savills team, liaise with management, technical, and administrative staff across the business
Attend internal training courses and proactively identify individual training and development needs
Manage Dynamics on a daily basis, including raising invoices and job requests
Answer incoming telephone calls and deal with enquiries or take and pass on messages appropriately
Carry out audio and copy typing, including updating or producing schedules, presentations, pitches, and related documents
Produce arrears analysis as required by individual surveyors
Run relevant reports from the Compass system
Produce mid year variance reports for surveyors as required
Undertake specific projects as requested by the Head of Department
Monitor work referrals and assist the Head of Department in maintaining logs and ensuring all transfers are received
Assist with the management of FRI and void properties as required
How you’ll make an impact:
Good organisational skills
Word and Excel capabilities
Good written, presentation and numerical skills are essential
Excellent communication skills
Diligent and detail driven
Able to work individually and as part of a team
Punctual, reliable, keen and enthusiastic
Thirst for knowledge and self-motivated
Ahead of anything else, we look for individualism and diversity in our apprentice intake - so it's very important at every stage of the selection process that you take the opportunity to show us what you're really like. Be honest and above all, be yourself.Training:Level 2 or Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship depending on previous experience.
On the job training is provided to ensure all the required knowledge and experience is obtained throughout the apprenticeship to qualify successfully.
We will provide the full suite of Savills training programme including mandatory health and safety and office training, as well as specific training relevant to your role.
We ensure that your Continuing Professional Development (CPD) is current and that all staff are fully up to date with changes to legislation and business needs.Training Outcome:Permanent contract for all apprentices, as opposed to a training contract.Employer Description:Founded in the UK in 1855, Savills is one of the world's leading property agents. Our experience and expertise spans the globe, with 600 offices across the Americas, Europe, Asia Pacific, Africa and the Middle East. Our scale gives us wide-ranging specialist and local knowledge, and we take pride in providing best-in-class advice as we help individuals, businesses and institutions make better property decisions.Working Hours :Five full days in the office, working hours 9:00am to 5:30pm. One of these days each week will be dedicated to apprenticeship studies whilst in the office.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Patience,Decision Making,Collaboration,Building Relationships,Planning and Organising,Adaptability,Resilience....Read more...
A leading brand experience agency is looking for an experienced Finance & Operations Manager to join the team.
Our values guide everything we do: putting people first, striving for execution excellence, attracting top talent, working with agility, and taking ownership.Summary of Role
We are seeking an experienced, organised, and proactive Finance & Operations Manager to support the CEO and wider team. In this role, you will oversee the agency’s financial health and operational efficiency, ensuring smooth, scalable processes across all departments. You will work alongside a dedicated and dynamic events team delivering projects across the UK, US, and international markets. Your work will directly enable the delivery of world-class live, digital, and hybrid experiences by providing financial oversight and operational guidance to support business growth and high-quality project delivery.Package
Annual salary: £45,000 – £60,000
Hybrid working: 3 days per week in the office (London), 2 days work from home
Annual leave: 25 days + bank holidays + day off on your birthday
Pension: salary sacrifice with flexible contributions
Family benefits: workplace childcare salary sacrifice scheme
Financial wellbeing: access to a financial guidance platform (including access to specialist advisers)
Key Responsibilities
Financial Management
Oversee the agency’s full financial function
Lead budgeting and forecasting initiatives
Maintain cash flow, manage accounts payable/receivable, and perform bank reconciliations to ensure accurate financial records
Manage payroll operations, staff expenses, and credit card payments
Support project teams with budget creation, approval, and reconciliation in project finance systems
Review and approve purchase orders, providing oversight of project and operational spend
Review project timesheets against actual time spent on a weekly basis
Manage FX requirements for international operations, including currency purchases and FX payments as needed
Ensure compliance with statutory obligations
Operational Management
Oversee company operations including office management, IT, hardware, and supplies, ensuring smooth day-to-day functioning
Lead office operations and environment management
Provide operational support to the leadership and project teams
Lead HR and people operations
Review, update, and enforce company policies and procedures
Support recruitment, onboarding, and training initiatives
Manage insurance renewals and supplier relationships, including contracts, NDAs, and negotiations with clients and vendors
Serve as the designated contact for Information Security, IT, and ISO27001 compliance
Required Experience
Extensive experience (10+ years) in financial and operational management within live events, creative, or brand experience agencies, with direct oversight of budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and operational processes
Proven ability to manage multiple financial and operational tasks and meet tight deadlines under pressure in a fast-paced environment
Experience maintaining highly organised systems and accurate financial records, including accounts, reconciliations, payroll, VAT, and project budgets, with strong attention to detail
Experience adapting to new processes, tools, and responsibilities in a proactive and enthusiastic manner, including implementing operational improvements and optimising workflows across teams
Hands-on experience using cloud accounting software for accounting, reporting, payroll, and financial oversight, supporting both operational and strategic decision-making
Demonstrated competence using collaborative office tools to manage workflows, reporting, team collaboration, and documentation across departments
About Us
We are a global brand experience agency creating human-centred live and virtual experiences that exceed client expectations. Working with industry-leading brands, we combine creativity, meticulous execution, and audience-focused design to deliver seamless, high-impact events—from concept through to digital, hybrid, and large-scale activations. We foster a culture of growth, collaboration, and accountability.....Read more...
