Finance Transactional Assistant

Orwell Housing Association; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

22 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Reward and recognition awards

Ongoing training and development

Cashback Health plan

Access to Blue Light Card

Job summary

A community-focused housing organization is seeking a Transactional Assistant to join their finance team in Ipswich. This role involves delivering high-quality administrative support for both Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable. Key responsibilities include processing invoices, maintaining month-end reports, and liaising with stakeholders. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented and thrives in a fast-paced environment. This position offers opportunities for training and development along with a supportive work culture.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented with a strong eye for accuracy.
• Able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive and enjoys collaborative work.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective support for credit control and debt recovery.
• Review and maintain month-end reports for accuracy.
• Liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Prepare, raise, and process supplier and customer invoices.
• Assist with sales and purchase ledger reconciliation.
• Resolve invoice queries and process remittances.

Education

GCSE Grade C or equivalent in Maths and English Language

Job description

Join Our Finance Team as a Transactional Assistant!

The purpose of this post is to deliver high-quality administrative support within Orwell’s Finance department.

You will play a key part in supporting both the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions, while also taking on additional responsibilities as delegated.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about accuracy and efficiency in financial processes.

Key Responsibilities

As a Finance Transactional Assistant, you will:

• Provide effective and efficient support for credit control and debt recovery.
• Review and maintain accurate month-end reports.
• Liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure smooth communication.
• Prepare, raise, and process supplier and customer invoices.
• Assist with sales and purchase ledger reconciliation.
• Resolve invoice queries, generate statements, and process remittances.

About You

We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive individual with a strong eye for accuracy and a passion for delivering exceptional financial support. We are looking for someone who can thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working collaboratively across the organisation and with external customers.

Qualifications

• GCSE Grade C or equivalent in Maths and English Language is essential.

Why Join Orwell?

• 22 days annual leave (pro rata) plus bank holidays.
• Reward and recognition awards.
• Ongoing training and development & opportunities to progress in your role through the Orwell Academy.
• Great training and development opportunities
• Cashback Health plan
• Access to Blue Light Card – membership fees apply.

Interview Date

To be confirmed

Before applying…

Orwell is committed to safeguarding, safer employment practices and upholding the principles of empowerment.

Please note Orwell Housing Association does not provide visa sponsorship. You must be eligible to work in the UK to apply. You will be required to provide the relevant right to work documentation if successfully appointed to the role.

Apply with Confidence

Orwell is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader. We believe in creating an accessible and supportive environment, where every team member can thrive and contribute. Join us in our commitment to building a workplace that celebrates diversity and empowers all individuals to reach their full potential. We actively welcome applications from candidates with disabilities and are dedicated to making reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to ensure equal access and opportunity for all.

We know that diverse teams drive innovation and deliver better outcomes. Research shows that people from underrepresented groups often hesitate to apply for roles unless they meet every requirement. If you’re excited about this opportunity but don’t meet every listed qualification, we still encourage you to apply anyway. Your unique experiences, perspectives, skills and most importantly your alignment with our culture and values could be exactly what we’re looking for.

We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and supported to succeed.

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