Finance Administrator

Veolia; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Pension scheme

Discounts on retailers

Health resources & GP access

Volunteer day

Training & development

Job summary

Veolia is seeking a Finance Administrator in London to manage central finance for Material Sales, processing invoices for recyclable materials across multiple Veolia sites. The role supports month-end procedures and ensures compliance with UK law.

The ideal candidate holds a Finance or Mathematics degree, has strong numerical and analytical skills, and can communicate effectively with internal teams and customers.

Qualifications

• Strong numerical and analytical abilities with finance experience.
• Excellent communication with internal teams and external customers.
• Outstanding organisational and time-management capabilities for high-volume invoicing.

Responsibilities

• Manage the central finance function for Material Sales across Veolia sites.
• Generate accurate invoices and perform month-end procedures in line with UK law and Veolia standards.
• Resolve invoice disputes with internal teams and external customers, coordinating with Credit Control and accounting.

Skills

Numerical abilities

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Independent & collaborative

Education

Finance or Mathematics degree

Job description

Salary: £30,000.00 GBP Annual (Prorated: 18,000.00) per annum plus Veolia benefits

Hours: 24 hours per week, Part-Time

Location: 210 Pentonville Road

London

N1 9JY

When 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.

As a Finance Administrator you'll be pushing for innovative solutions to create a more sustainable future for all. 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;

• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
• Access to our company/people's pension scheme
• Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers
• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to
• 24 hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household
• One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential

What you'll be doing;

• Manage the central finance function for Material Sales, processing invoices for approximately 600,000 tonnes of recyclables and products annually across 35+ Veolia sites
• Generate accurate invoices and ensure all month-end procedures are completed on time, maintaining compliance with UK law and Veolia's Management System
• Resolve invoice disputes efficiently for both internal and external customers, working closely with our Credit Control department, accountants, and financial controllers
• Raise credit notes for ad-hoc customer charges and claims, ensuring all Material Sales movements are invoiced promptly
• Provide management information when required and maintain up-to-date KPI performance data to support business decision-making
• Attend customer review meetings and deliver excellent communication to maintain strong relationships with 50+ internal stakeholders and external customers
• Support the wider Materials & Commodities Sales and Logistics team in a fast-paced environment managing £97.8M in revenue

What we're looking for;

• Degree qualified (or equivalent) in Finance or Mathematics with strong numerical and analytical abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to manage relationships across multiple internal teams and external customers
• Outstanding organisational and time-management capabilities to handle high-volume invoicing processes accurately
• Dynamic and motivated individual who thrives in fast-paced environments and can work both independently and collaboratively
• Strong sense of discipline and professionalism with meticulous attention to detail
• Experience with purchase and sales ledger processes (desirable)
• Ability to problem-solve efficiently, resolve disputes professionally, and maintain service excellence under pressure

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.