Finance Analyst

Railpen; Tees Valley; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pension fund management company is seeking a Finance Analyst for a 6-month FTC in Darlington. The role involves supporting accounts payable by processing invoices and managing workflows in a hybrid work environment. Ideal candidates will have experience in finance roles and strong organisational skills. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, including 28 days annual leave and health initiatives.

Benefits

Competitive salary

28 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Defined Contribution pension

Employee assistance programme

Health cash plan

Eye care vouchers

Flu vaccination

Paid volunteering days

Qualifications

• Experience in accounts payable or similar transactional finance roles.
• Ability to process invoices and manage approvals.
• Strong skills in multitasking and adapting to change.

Responsibilities

• Support the accounts payable function by processing invoices.
• Manage approval workflows and ensure timely transaction processing.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement.

Skills

Accounts payable experience

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Job description

Overview

Finance Analyst Intro

A very exciting opportunity has arisen for a Finance Analyst to join our Finance Team on a 6-month FTC in our Darlington offices. This role operates in a hybrid working environment.

Who we are

Railpen is responsible for the safekeeping and investment of around £34 billion in assets and the administration of several pension schemes, including the Railways Pension Scheme, one of the UK's largest and longest established pension funds.

Our heritage of looking after the pension needs of the rail industry and its employees gives us our name and our unique outlook on how we serve our members. Railpen takes a holistic view, focusing on how we serve members today and how we can positively impact the communities and the world they will retire into.

To learn more about Railpen including our values, culture and purpose, visit our LinkedIn Life page here.

The Role

As a Finance Analyst within our Accounting Operations team, you will play a key role in supporting the accounts payable function. You’ll be responsible for processing invoices, managing approval workflows, and ensuring accurate and timely transaction processing within a robust financial controls framework. Working closely with both finance colleagues and wider business stakeholders, you’ll help maintain high standards of compliance and efficiency, while proactively identifying opportunities for process improvement. Your ability to manage multiple tasks, adapt to changing priorities, and keep meticulous records will be essential to your success in this busy, fast-paced environment.

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.

The Person

We are seeking a motivated individual with experience in accounts payable or similar transactional finance roles. You should be comfortable processing invoices, following up on approvals, and working with minimal supervision. Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to quickly learn new systems and processes are essential. You should be able to thrive in a busy environment, juggling multiple priorities and sourcing information independently.

You’re a collaborative team player who stays calm under pressure and adapts quickly to change. You take initiative, communicate well, and are open to feedback. Above all, you demonstrate integrity, support others, and help create a positive, inclusive team culture.

Our values of integrity, community and alignment are the guiding principles that influence our behaviour. They help us make decisions and shape our relationships with others. They’re what we stand for. You will actively demonstrate our values, helping to create a safe environment, to place the needs of the community above oneself and, through a culture of ‘fair challenge’, align to the best interests of our members.

What we can offer you

Rewarding you

• A competitive salary (depending on experience)

• 28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays

• Defined Contribution pension

Health & Wellbeing

• Employee assistance programme

• Health cash plan

• Eye care vouchers

• Flu vaccination

Lifestyle

• Give as you earn scheme

• Paid volunteering days

Next Steps

Please apply for the apply button or visit Careers at Railpen by 5pm on Tuesday 7th October 2025.

Railpen is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment, we value diversity and welcome people from all backgrounds and walks of life.