Transactional Finance Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Newport; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Transactional Finance Assistant to join their Newport office. This full-time role involves processing invoices, handling supplier queries, and performing bank reconciliations. The ideal candidate will possess strong customer service and communication skills, thriving in a collaborative environment. With opportunities for career progression and a focus on employee well-being, this position offers a chance to grow within a global organization. Join a team that values diversity and inclusion, and contribute to meaningful results in the finance sector.

Benefits

20 days holiday allowance plus bank holidays

Discounts on food and products

Discounts on cinema tickets and shopping

Recognition awards and incentives

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Experience in debt collection or cash handling roles.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Check and process purchase and overhead invoices.
• Handle supplier invoice queries and payment reconciliations.
• Produce weekly and monthly payment runs.

Skills

Debt Collection

Cash Handling

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Tools

Braintree

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Transactional Finance Assistant, Newport

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Client:

Brakes

Location:

Newport, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Finance

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

02.05.2025

Expiry Date:

16.06.2025

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Job Description:

Job Description

Medina is currently recruiting for a Transactional Finance Assistant to join the team in the Newport, Isle of Wight office on a full-time, permanent basis.

The working hours are 25 hours per week, with overtime equating to full-time hours. The role is Monday – Saturday with 1 day off in the week.

This role is paying £ per hour.

Key Accountabilities & responsibilities:

• Checking and processing purchase and overhead invoices.
• Handling supplier invoice queries, including shortages, rejected products, and price discrepancies.
• Processing customer card payments (Braintree).
• Supplier statement reconciliations and inter-company reconciliations.
• Producing weekly and monthly payment runs.
• Matching delivery notes and credit notes to invoices when necessary.
• Dealing with suppliers regarding payment reminder letters and calls.
• Performing daily/weekly bank reconciliations and petty cash management.
• Building and maintaining a network of internal and external contacts, ensuring accurate records of communication.
• Communicating effectively with relevant departments to address issues.
• Managing expectations of requests and deadlines through regular interaction with colleagues.
• Working collaboratively in a team environment for the benefit of the business.
• Creating and opening new accounts.

About you:

Ideally, you will have experience in debt collection or cash handling roles and are looking to join a global organization for the next step in your career. You should have excellent customer service and communication skills and enjoy engaging with different levels of staff across the business. You’ll thrive in a collaborative environment focused on meaningful results. Resilient by nature, you'll embrace challenges, learn from setbacks, and develop innovative solutions.

What you’ll receive:

• 20 days holiday allowance plus bank holidays
• Discounts on food and products through our staff shop
• Discounts on cinema tickets, shopping, and cashback offers via Sodexo
• Recognition awards and incentives
• Opportunities for career progression within Medina and the wider Sysco group, a leading global foodservice business.

Additional Information

At Medina, everyone is welcome. We focus on your potential and unique talents, fostering a diverse and inclusive culture. We are committed to ensuring everyone feels valued, appreciated, and has equal opportunities. We support you throughout your application process and will make adjustments if needed to accommodate your needs.