Administration and Finance Officer
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From April 2027, Guildford Borough Council and Waverley Borough Council will become part of the new West Surrey unitary council, following the government’s confirmed plans for local government reorganisation across Surrey. This change will see the current twelve councils replaced by two new authorities, East Surrey and West Surrey, with West Surrey taking responsibility for the areas currently served by Guildford, Waverley, Runnymede, Spelthorne, Surrey Heath and Woking.
As we move towards this transition, our focus remains firmly on delivering high‑quality, value‑for‑money services and staying true to our shared organisational values of Collaboration, Wellbeing, Trusted, Value for Money and Professionalism.
We recognise that any period of organisational change can bring questions, particularly regarding future structures and working arrangements. Throughout this process, we are committed to supporting our colleagues with transparency and care prioritising wellbeing, maintaining a trusted and open dialogue, and ensuring continued access to learning and professional development opportunities.
While the exact shape of the new West Surrey Council beyond 2027 is still being developed, joining us now means becoming part of an organisation where collaboration thrives and where your contribution will directly influence one of the most significant local government transformations in decades. You’ll gain valuable experience, play an active role in shaping the future of public services across West Surrey, and work within a team committed to professionalism and delivering outstanding outcomes for our communities.
Together, we will ensure a smooth transition and continue to deliver exceptional services for residents both now and into the future.
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Make a difference where it matters most
Waverley Training Services is an Ofsted ‘Good’ provider and a proud department of Waverley Borough Council, who has been delivering work-based learning qualifications including apprenticeships, functional skills and employability for over four decades, partnering with employers across Surrey and beyond. We contract with the Department for Education and Department for Work and Pensions in order to obtain funding for the qualifications we deliver. We offer Apprenticeship in:
* Customer Service
* Business Administration
* Education
* Management
* Accountancy
We strive for excellence in the information, advice and guidance we provide, proven through our Matrix Accreditation.
About the You
We are looking for a Finance & Administration Officer who is competent in the following but not limited to:
* Organising their own workload.
* Able to manage a variety of tasks and projects at any one time and meet deadlines set.
* Able to provide high quality, accurate and efficient administration and financial support.
* Record, maintain and process information in line with GDPR and Data protection best practices.
* Can provide assistance with compliance and alignment to sector specific guidance such as funding compliance when delivering Apprenticeships and other funding streams.
* Able to support with onboarding and enrolment processes for learners and maintain accurate and up to date records on the MIS learner system.
* Can provide excellent customer service to all our customers, ensuring high customer satisfaction.
* Raise and process invoices and purchase orders, organising payments, raising disputes where appropriate.
* Able to support with the examinations process of booking and invigilating assessments for learners and external candidates, keeping up to date with the latest guidance from awarding bodies and sector guidance.
About the Role
Waverley Training Services is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we follow the safer recruitment process. This role will require an Enhanced DBS check. (Further information can be obtained from Disclosure and Barring Service - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk))
This post is office-based in Farnham working Monday to Friday.
What We Offer
In return for your valued contribution, we offer a competitive benefits package which includes:
- Hybrid and agile working policies
- Training and development opportunities including apprenticeships
- Generous annual leave and flexi time
- An employee assistance programme
- Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
You can find out more about working at Waverley and our benefits by visiting: Jobs | Waverley Borough Council
Ready to join us?
Apply now and help shape the future of Waverley. For an informal conversation, please contact Charmaine Winter, Data and Administration Manager at Waverley Training Services on 01252 725872.
The closing date for application is 9am on the 20th July 2026 and we anticipate interviews being held on 29th July 2026.
Please note: We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a high volume of applications.Equality and Inclusion Statement
The district is home to many different people, and we want our workforce to reflect our diverse local communities. We encourage and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences – we are a Disability Confident employer and appoint on merit. You can find out more about this scheme and check your eligibility here - Working at Waverley Borough Council | Waverley Borough Council
We are proud to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and welcome applications from serving or ex-members of the armed forces and their partners. We offer an interview scheme for serving and ex-military forces members when they meet the essential criteria for the role. You can find out more about this scheme and check your eligibility here - Working at Waverley Borough Council | Waverley Borough Council
Please note we do not accept applications after the stated closing time.
Right to work in the UK will be checked as part of the interview process.
Salary range
- £31,929 per year