Group Finance Assistant (9-Month Fixed-Term Contract)
Hybrid - 2 days in Huntingdon office
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented
Group Finance Assistant
to provide interim support within our
Accounts Payable
function for an initial period of
9 months
. This role is critical to ensuring the smooth day-to-day processing of supplier invoices, employee expenses, and payment runs across the Group.
As Group Finance Assistant, you'll play a key role in supporting the
Head Office Finance team
, taking responsibility for transactional processes and assisting the
Management Accountant
and
Group Accountant
with day-to-day tasks and projects. This is a
hybrid position
, with two days per week based in our
Huntingdon office
and the remainder remote.
Key Responsibilities
Process supplier invoices through the accounts payable system and onto Sage, including obtaining approvals and preparing payment runs.
Post journals, including intercompany journals.
Process staff expense claims in line with the Group's expense policy.
Review and process corporate card submissions monthly, ensuring valid business reasons and appropriate receipts are provided.
Reconcile and allocate cash movements across office bank accounts.
Support the finance team in preparing documentation for audit.
Assist the Group Accountant with ad-hoc tasks and finance projects.
About You
You will have proven track record in an
Accounts Payable
or similar transactional finance role. Experience working in a
multi-entity group
is desirable.
You'll also demonstrate:
A collaborative, proactive, and solutions-focused approach
High attention to detail and a commitment to continuous improvement
A sound understanding of basic accounting principles
Professional integrity and the ability to build strong working relationships
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word, and Teams
Strong written and verbal communication skills
The ability to prioritise a varied workload and meet deadlines
What We Offer
When you join us, you can expect a supportive culture and a range of pro-rata benefits, including:
27 days annual leave (pro-rata), including your birthday off and one religious holiday of your choice, plus bank holidays
Auto-enrolment into our pension scheme with 5% employer-matched contribution
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.
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