Group Finance Assistant
Our business is growing rapidly, and we want an ambitious, and focussed finance professional to join us on this growth journey. You will have plenty of opportunity to learn and develop in a supportive environment that encourages CPD and affords plenty of opportunity for progression, across the Group.
As our Group Finance Assistant, you will provide day to day accounting support to the Head Office Finance Department and the Jensten Group, you will be responsible for the Group’s transactional processes and provide support to the Management Accountant.
We will fully support AAT/ACCA study for the right individual and offer mentoring and support for those wishing to develop their skills in an exciting and growing team. The role offers flexible hybrid working based from our Huntingdon office.
Some key objectives & responsibilities will include:
* Process invoices through the accounts payable system and onto Sage, including obtaining approval for payment and preparing supplier payment runs
* Process of staff’s expense claims ensuring they are in accordance with the Group’s
* expense policy
* Process staff corporate card submissions on a monthly basis, ensuring reason for expenditure is valid and receipts have been provided
* Reconcile the cash movements on the office bank accounts
* Support finance team with provision of documentation for audit requirements
* Assist the Group Accountant with any ad-hoc tasks/projects
About You:
Ideally you will have some experience in an Accounts Payable role, as this role could be suitable for some who has started their finance career who is seeking to work within a complex group.
You’ll also be or have:
* Ideally have or working towards AAT/ACCA qualification
* A collaborative and innovative approach to working
* High attention to detail and commitment to quality and continuous improvement
* Act with integrity at all times when working with stakeholders
* A competent level of knowledge of Microsoft Word, Teams, Excel and Outlook
* The ability to communicate effectively with both internal and external stakeholders
* Good numerical, written, oral, communication skills
* The ability to prioritise a varied workload
Rewards & Benefits
When you join us, you can expect a supportive culture and an attractive range of rewards and benefits which include:
* Competitive salary with an annual pay review and bonus scheme
* 27 days annual leave (includes a day off for your birthday and another for a religious holiday of your choice) plus bank holidays
* Auto enrolment into our pension scheme (5% employer matched contribution)
* Flex-benefits- A range of flexible benefits to choose from, that are most important to you
* Group Life Assurance cover
* 3 months Maternity, Paternity & Adoption leave all fully paid
* Professional qualification study support relevant to your role and career
* Perks at work- amazing discounts on cinema tickets, meals out, luxury items etc.
* Holiday purchase scheme - up to 5 days annually
About Us:
Launched in 2018 Jensten is one of the UK's largest independent broking groups. Growing organically and through strategic acquisition we now place nearly £600m GWP into the market via our retail insurance broking, Lloyd's and London Market broking, and specialist underwriting arms.
We fill the void in the market between a consolidator and a provincial broker. We have the scale, ambition and expertise to stand out, but the people, culture and entrepreneurial DNA to maintain our client focus. Which is why we are not just one of the leading independent broking groups, we are one of the most exciting too.
And that is why you should join us!
Our goal is to have people in our Group that enjoy being part of one team with the shared commitment to delivering insurance distribution excellence. A big part of how we do this is by listening and then acting on what we hear. Our EVP work is key to maintaining and enhancing our culture and Benefits, making Jensten Group a fantastic place to work, learn and grow.