Job Description

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This role is a 6 months Fixed Term Contract
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About Lampton Group

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Established for over a decade, Lampton Group is wholly owned by the London Borough of Hounslow. This means we operate a commercially minded business, with a public service ethos. We work in close partnership with the Borough to provide commercial, strategic and social value to the community; any profits we make are invested back into essential services and community projects. We have three operating arms - Lampton Homes, Lampton Leisure and Lampton Services - each exists to enhance the lives of residents and support the council in supplying essential services.

Why Join Lampton Group?

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We are LLW employer, offering annual pay and contract reviews

Hybrid working

25 days holiday allowance, plus bank holidays

Free

GOLD

gym membership

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity leave and

Pension Scheme

Exclusive Discounts -

save with Lampton Rewards and EE mobile offers

Refer a Friend Scheme -

earn up to 250 for each new employee referred

Staff wellbeing perks -

online GP access, EAP, health testing, flu Jabs, and eye care vouchers

Sustainability Perks -

cycle to work and electric car salary sacrifice scheme

Career Growth -

CPD training, structured development, and leadership opportunities

About the Job

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As the Finance Systems and Projects Accountant, you will be joining a team that is mid way through a multi year financial transformational plan to deliver efficiencies, embed robust systems and enable growth. Your primary focus will be on ensuring high quality financial records are produced and maintained using existing available systems, plus developing better ways of working in future. This role requires strong project management skills, experience of financial systems implementation and a good understanding of Accounting standards & best practice.


Working closely with the Group Head of Finance & Performance and the Finance Systems & Projects Manager, you will be supporting a diverse team of skilled operators and professionals in departments across the Group. Your primary responsibility will be to embed and maintain new systems and processes, including for example system supported Balance Sheet reconciliations, Procurement workflows/controls and automated management reporting. Whether you're between permanent roles or seeking a new challenge, this opportunity is ideal for experienced candidates looking for a meaningful short-term engagement.

Key Responsibilities include:

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Continuously evaluate service delivery processes with Management and identify opportunities for improvement. This involves streamlining processes, automating tasks, and implementing best practices to enhance efficiency and quality of service. Supporting various related projects, such as system upgrades, reporting automation, process improvements, policy implementations. Contributing towards project plans, defining project scope, timelines, and resource requirements. Identifying potential risks and devising strategies to mitigate them. Managing project budgets and ensuring adherence to financial constraints. Ensuring the accuracy and integrity of data within the systems. Utilising data analytics and reporting tools to generate insights for strategic decision-making. Providing regular reports to senior management and stakeholders on metrics and project progress. Ensuring systems comply with Financial Reporting Standards, internal policies and industry best practice. Conducting regular audits to maintain data integrity and compliance. Support the Group Head of Finance & Performance to maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to measure the effectiveness of the Finance team. Supporting change management strategies to embed the adoption of new systems and processes.

Experience and Qualifications required

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Fully qualified ACCA / ACA / CIMA or equivalent Experience in Finance, Information Systems, or a related field is required, preferably in a large organisation Strong IT skills, including Excel, a can-do attitude to learning new systems Experience of systems change/implementation Be an articulate, team player with the ability to communicate confidently with junior and senior finance and operational personnel alike Experience of working within a professional environment A friendly customer-focused attitude Knowledge of Agresso / BWO would be ideal but is not essential

Due to the needs of the business and the department, we may interview suitable candidates before the closing date. This job may also close early if a large number of applications are received. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid missing your chance to apply.

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Diversity, equity and inclusion are at the heart of what we value as an organisation. Lampton Group is an equal opportunities employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability or any other status protected by law. Our recruitment team are happy to support with any reasonable adjustments that are needed within the recruitment process.