Contract Controller

Veolia; Horsham; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Discounts on everyday purchases

Health & wellbeing resources

24-hour virtual GP for you and family

One paid day leave to volunteer

Ongoing training and development

Financial wellbeing support

Job summary

Veolia in Horsham is seeking a Finance Administrative Assistant on a 12-month fixed-term contract. You will provide finance support, raise invoices, manage queries, and deliver cash forecasts with a focus on accuracy and deadlines.

The role requires strong MS Office and Google Docs proficiency, excellent communication, and the ability to build internal and external relationships. Hybrid working, 40 hours per week, and a supportive benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Google Workspace.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external customers.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail and problem solving with initiative.
• Experience in a busy finance administrative role.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service as the main point of contact for ad-hoc finance admin requests and customer service interactions for Veolia customers.
• Raise and process sales invoices, handle related queries, and manage accounts payable interactions with internal stakeholders.
• Prepare main components of weekly cash forecasts, prepare timesheet reports, and deliver all SLAs required by the contract for reporting and administrative functions.
• Monitor, report and maintain controls around mobile devices and other leased items.
• Assist in the preparation and response to queries for annual audits and management audits.
• Suggest process improvements to ensure effective and sustainable contract controls while supporting customer requirements.

Job description

Ready to find the right role for you?Salary: £27,300Grade: L4.R1Location: Horsham, HybridHours: 40 Hours, 5 Days per week (Monday - Friday)Contract: Fixed Term Contract, 12 MonthsWhen you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone. It’s why we’re looking for someone who’s just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life.We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.What we can offer you:Access to our company pension schemeDiscounts on everything from groceries to well known retailersAccess to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to24 hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your householdOne paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your communityOngoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potentiaStream - Employee financial wellbeing support: early access to your earned pay, savings, budgeting, financial coaching & rewardWhat you'll be doing:Provide excellent customer service as the main point of contact for ad-hoc finance admin requests and customer service interactions for key Veolia customersRaise and process sales invoices, handle related queries, and manage accounts payable interactions with internal stakeholdersPrepare main components of weekly cash forecasts, prepare timesheet reports, and deliver all SLAs required by the contract for reporting and administrative functionsMonitor, report and maintain controls around mobile phones, laptops, vehicles and other leased itemsAssist in the preparation and response to queries for annual audits and internal management audit requirementsSuggest process improvements to ensure effective and sustainable contract controls while supporting customer requirementsWhat we're looking for:EssentialProficiency in using Microsoft Office & Google document systemsPrevious experience working within a responsible and busy finance administrative role (desirable)Strong communication skillsAbility to build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external customersAbility to plan and coordinate effectively with strong awareness of deadlinesGood organisational skills with the ability to prioritiseExcellent knowledge of MS Office, particularly ExcelExcellent attention to detailProblem solving and initiativeExperience in working to deadlinesDesirableAbility to identify trends and efficiencies/best practice/optimisation opportunitiesIndustry administration experienceWhat’s next?Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career.We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles.We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.