West London Waste is a small organisation with a close-knit, hardworking and high performing team. Our key values are Leadership, Empowerment, Agility, and Partnership. We are growing our team with innovative and proactive individuals who enjoy working a fast-paced, dynamic environment, and genuinely want to make a positive difference in our communities.

We look forward to hearing from you.

How to apply

To apply, please send your CV, a covering letter and a completed Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form (unless otherwise indicated) by email to recruit@westlondonwaste.gov.uk.

Current Vacancies

Finance Officer

Full-Time in West Drayton, GB Hybrid (Remote and In Person) - Associate - Finance - £33.30k - £34.88k

Finance Officer (New Role - Expanding the Team)

Location: West Drayton, London
Contract: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: £33,295 - £34,882 (inclusive of London Weighting)
Hours: 36 hours per week
Benefits: 28 days holiday plus public holidays, Local Government Pension Scheme, Cycle to Work scheme, Employee Assistance Programme

About Us

West London Waste Authority is expanding its finance team! As part of our continued growth, we are recruiting a new Finance Officer to support increasing financial operations. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dedicated team in a role that will directly contribute to our mission of efficient and sustainable waste management.

Role Overview

This new Finance Officer position has been created to strengthen our finance team. You will support financial processing, reconciliations, and reporting, while also assisting with budgeting, audits, and office administration.

Key Responsibilities

• Accounts Payable & Receivable: Process supplier payments, raise invoices, and manage aged debt.
• Reconciliations & Reporting: Prepare monthly reconciliations, resolve discrepancies, and support financial reporting.
• Month-End & Budgeting: Assist with month-end processes, budget preparation, and variance analysis.
• Audit & Compliance: Support internal and external audits by providing accurate financial records and ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Process Improvements: Identify areas for improvement in financial workflows and contribute to system enhancements.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Work with budget holders and external suppliers to maintain financial accuracy.

Who We’re Looking For

We’re looking for a proactive, detail-focused finance professional who thrives in a team-oriented environment. You should be confident in financial administration and able to work independently to meet deadlines.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Strong experience in financial transactions and reconciliations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with financial systems (SAP or Agresso preferred).
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills, with the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to liaise with internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience working in a finance team, preferably within a public sector or local government setting (desirable but not essential).

Why Join Us?

• Join a growing finance team and contribute to exciting new initiatives.
• Gain exposure to varied and meaningful financial work in a public sector setting.
• Excellent pension scheme and benefits package.
• Opportunities for training and career development.

If you are looking for a new challenge in a dynamic and supportive team, email your CV to recruit@westlondonwaste.gov.uk

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Finance Officer (Maternity Cover - 12 months)

Contract in West Drayton, GB Hybrid (Remote and In Person) - Associate - Finance - £33.30k - £34.88k

Finance Officer (Maternity Cover - 12 months)

Location: West Drayton, London
Contract: Fixed Term - 12 months (Maternity Cover), Full-time
Salary: £33,295 - £34,882 (inclusive of London Weighting)
Hours: 36 hours per week
Benefits: 28 days holiday plus public holidays, Local Government Pension Scheme, Cycle to Work scheme, Employee Assistance Programme

About Us

West London Waste Authority plays a key role in sustainable waste management, driving efficiency and innovation across West London. We are looking for a Finance Officer (Maternity Cover) to join our team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This role is crucial in ensuring our financial operations continue to run smoothly during this period.

Role Overview

As a Finance Officer, you will be responsible for ensuring accurate financial processing, reconciliations, and reporting. You will also support office administration and help improve financial processes to enhance efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Processing: Process accounts payable and receivable transactions, including supplier payments, customer invoicing, and bank reconciliations.
• Reconciliations: Assist in preparing financial reconciliations, ensuring variances are identified and resolved.
• Month-End & Budgeting Support: Contribute to month-end financial processes, assist with annual budget preparation, and support internal and external audits.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Liaise with budget holders and external suppliers to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Administrative Support: Oversee office administration tasks such as handling invoices, maintaining records, and assisting with financial system updates.
• Process Improvement: Identify inefficiencies and recommend enhancements to financial workflows.

Who We’re Looking For

We’re seeking a detail-oriented and proactive individual with strong financial skills and excellent communication abilities. You should be confident in managing transactional finance processes, working with stakeholders, and ensuring accurate financial reporting.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Experience in financial processing and reconciliations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial systems (SAP or Agresso preferred).
• Strong numerical and analytical skills, with the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Experience working in a finance role within a public sector or local government environment (desirable but not essential).

Why Join Us?

• Work in a dynamic and supportive environment.
• Valuable experience in a public sector finance team.
• Comprehensive pension scheme and generous holiday entitlement.
• Opportunities for training and development.

If you are looking for a new challenge in a dynamic and supportive team, email your CV to recruit@westlondonwaste.gov.uk

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MI Analyst
Location: West Drayton, London
Contract: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: £37,007 - £38,821 (inclusive of London Weighting)
Hours: 36 hours per week
Benefits: 28 days holiday plus public holidays, Local Government Pension Scheme, Cycle to Work scheme, Employee Assistance Programme

About Us

At the West London Waste Authority, we're at the forefront of revolutionising waste management practices across West London. Dedicated to sustainability and efficiency, our work supports community well-being and environmental stewardship. We are excited to announce that we’re expanding our team with the addition of a further MI Analyst to support our ambitions and make a real difference in how we manage waste data with an expected start date within the next 2-3 months.

Role Overview

As our MI Analyst, you will spearhead the maintenance and enhancement of our data systems, ensuring high standards of accuracy and reliability. This role is critical in shaping our strategic decisions through meticulous data analysis and management.

Key Responsibilities

• Data Integrity: Manage and ensure the accuracy of waste data capture, maintaining impeccable system records.
• Analysis and Reporting: Analyse data to identify and report on anomalies, ensuring data integrity aligns with financial implications and operational strategies.
• Financial Oversight: Oversee accounts payable and receivable linked to waste management activities, ensuring financial accuracy and compliance.
• Stakeholder Communication: Act as the first point of contact for all waste data inquiries, providing expert advice and timely responses.
• Project Leadership: Lead projects to enhance the functionality and utility of waste data systems, driving continuous improvement and innovation.

Who We're Looking For

We are seeking a logical, clear-thinking, and articulate professional with strong communication skills. The ideal candidate is not only detail-oriented and analytical but also friendly and approachable, with a talent for explaining complex information clearly. A background in environmental data analysis, business intelligence, or systems management is preferred.

Essential Skills

• Tech Savviness: Proficiency in advanced Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, and familiarity with PowerBI or equivalent data visualisation tools.
• Data Management Expertise: Strong understanding of database management principles and compliance with data protection laws.
• Analytical Prowess: Exceptional problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail and a methodical approach to tasks.
• Communication Excellence: Ability to articulate complex data in an accessible format to a variety of stakeholders.

Desirable Experience

• Prior roles such as Data Analyst, Business Intelligence Analyst, Systems Analyst, or similar positions in the waste management or environmental sectors.

Benefits

• Comprehensive pension contributions.
• Generous leave entitlement.

Why Join Us?

This is an exciting time to join the West London Waste Authority as we expand our team. As a key member of the growing MI Analyst team, you’ll play a pivotal role in transforming waste management practices and contributing to a sustainable future.

When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

• Comprehensive pension contributions through the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• 28 days of holiday plus public holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development in an innovative and dynamic environment.

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We offer an excellent benefits package:

• Parental leave and pay
  
• Health screening
• Wellbeing support
• Employee assistance program
• Cycle to work scheme
• Local Government Pension Scheme
  
• Local Government sickness pay scheme