Overview

Finance Officer

Location: Watford Campus WD17 3EZ

Salary: Up to *GBP*26,915.46 per annum

Contractual Hours: 37.00

Basis: Full time

The Finance Department is looking for a motivated and dynamic individual to fill the role of Finance Officer.

 

We’re offering a fantastic opportunity to join our team, gain hands-on experience from the ground up, and grow your career with us. If you’re interested in a career in Finance, this could be the perfect starting point.

 

You will be responsible for tasks and projects across a range of Finance Functions (Accounts Payable, Receivable, Cashiering and Capital Projects) under the direction of the Financial Services Coordinator and for the day-to-day deployment of staffing resources to collaboratively maintain a continuity of service and service standards to the stakeholders of the Finance Department.

 

Overarching purpose of the role:

  • Actively contribute to provide an outstanding service to all stakeholders of the Finance Department
  • Enhancing the finance service provided across the College
  • Assisting to develop the team in line with the College’s strategic aims
  • Assisting in the management the College’s finances in line with changes in the sector

 

As such, the successful candidate will be:

  • Organised
  • Personable with an ability to communicate effectively
  • Able to demonstrate a good depth of knowledge and understanding of financial administration processes
  • Methodical in their approach with a keen eye to attention to detail with the motivation and ability to problem solve
  • A team player who can work cooperatively
  • Able carry out tasks in an efficient, logical and timely

 

You’ll have the full support of a dynamic team and opportunities to bring your ideas to the role. Training and development are at the heart of everything we do so you’ll be encouraged to upskill.

 

The closing date for applications is Friday 29th May 2026.

 

You can access a wide range of discounts and benefits including a cycle to work scheme, free on-site parking, pension, generous holiday scheme, time off at Christmas and early finishes on a Friday.

 

If you have any question or queries, please contact a member of the Human Resources team who will be happy to help. WHC Group is positive about disabled people. If you need help applying for a role, please contact us.

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