📍 Southend-on-Sea
💰 £14.00 - £14.35 per hour
🕒 Full-time
We are currently recruiting for a Finance Assistant - Direct Payments to join a busy and supportive finance team in Southend. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong finance administration experience who enjoys working in a structured, process-driven environment.
The Role
Reporting to the Management Accountant, you will play a key role in managing direct payments and supporting financial operations. You'll ensure accurate processing, compliance, and excellent service to both internal teams and external stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Manage the Direct Payments finance inbox, responding to queries in a timely manner
Organise and file invoices, preparing them for weekly payment runs
Check invoices against available funding and relevant financial lines
Ensure all new suppliers and personal assistants are correctly onboarded with appropriate documentation
Raise invoices to recover costs where applicable
Prepare weekly bank runs and upload payment files for approval
Assist with bank reconciliations on a weekly basis
Prepare and post journals to maintain an accurate general ledger
Process remittances, ensuring all income is recorded accurately
Additional Duties
Support suppliers and customers with finance-related queries
Provide cover for other members of the finance team when required
About You
Previous experience in a finance or accounts support role
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow processes accurately
Confident working with financial systems and Excel
Good communication skills, both written and verbal
Able to manage workload effectively and meet deadlines
Additional Information
A DBS check will be required for this position
You will be expected to maintain confidentiality and work in line with data protection regulations
The organisation promotes equality, diversity, and a safe working environment
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Salary description
£14.00 - £14.35 per hour