Senior Finance Analyst (Accounting Operations)
Senior Finance Analyst - Accounting Operations
An opportunity has arisen for a Senior Finance Analyst to join our Accounting Operations team on a fixed term contract for a period of 15 months. The role operates in a hybrid capacity, based in Darlington.
Who we are
Railpen is responsible for the safekeeping and investment of around £33 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, focussing on how we serve members today and how we can positively impact the communities and the world they will retire into.
The role
You will be responsible for Accounting Operations and Tax activities with a specific focus on defined process streams. You will be responsible for inputs into the sub-ledger and general ledger close process within a robust financial controls framework. Key to delivery in this role will be working closely with Finance and Business stakeholders.
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.
The person
The successful candidate will be someone who has credit control experience and can accurately prepare balance sheet reconciliations within the agreed timescales. You will have the ability to effectively deliver Accounting Operations Transactions including processing transaction corrections, calling out process exceptions, and providing answers to transaction queries in a timely manner. The ideal candidate will have a good understanding of reporting and month-end processes.
Key to delivery in this role will be close collaboration with other teams within Finance. Taking ownership and responsibility for identified issues and discrepancies and ensuring they reach resolution is a must. You will be organised in your approach, demonstrating good time management skills to ensure delivery to agreed timescales. You will be keen to share your ideas with the team but also have a passion for learning new ways of working.
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. You will demonstrate our values, helping to create a safe environment including honesty, transparency, and commitment to doing what is best for our members and colleagues, and role model excellent professional standards and conduct.
What we can offer you Rewarding you A competitive salary 28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays We provide a Defined Contribution pension scheme Colleague referral scheme Health & Wellbeing
Employee assistance programme Health cash plan Eye care vouchers Flu vaccination Lifestyle
Give as you earn scheme Paid volunteering days Next Steps
If you would like to apply, please click on the apply button or visit our Careers Page by Friday 10th January 2025.
Railpen is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment; we value diversity and welcome people from all backgrounds and walks of life. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Senior Finance Analyst - Accounting Operations
An opportunity has arisen for a Senior Finance Analyst to join our Accounting Operations team on a fixed term contract for a period of 15 months. The role operates in a hybrid capacity, based in Darlington.
Who we are
Railpen is responsible for the safekeeping and investment of around £33 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, focussing on how we serve members today and how we can positively impact the communities and the world they will retire into.
The role
You will be responsible for Accounting Operations and Tax activities with a specific focus on defined process streams. You will be responsible for inputs into the sub-ledger and general ledger close process within a robust financial controls framework. Key to delivery in this role will be working closely with Finance and Business stakeholders.
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.
The person
The successful candidate will be someone who has credit control experience and can accurately prepare balance sheet reconciliations within the agreed timescales. You will have the ability to effectively deliver Accounting Operations Transactions including processing transaction corrections, calling out process exceptions, and providing answers to transaction queries in a timely manner. The ideal candidate will have a good understanding of reporting and month-end processes.
Key to delivery in this role will be close collaboration with other teams within Finance. Taking ownership and responsibility for identified issues and discrepancies and ensuring they reach resolution is a must. You will be organised in your approach, demonstrating good time management skills to ensure delivery to agreed timescales. You will be keen to share your ideas with the team but also have a passion for learning new ways of working.
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. You will demonstrate our values, helping to create a safe environment including honesty, transparency, and commitment to doing what is best for our members and colleagues, and role model excellent professional standards and conduct.
What we can offer you Rewarding you A competitive salary 28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays We provide a Defined Contribution pension scheme Colleague referral scheme Health & Wellbeing
Employee assistance programme Health cash plan Eye care vouchers Flu vaccination Lifestyle
Give as you earn scheme Paid volunteering days Next Steps
If you would like to apply, please click on the apply button or visit our Careers Page by Friday 10th January 2025.
Railpen is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment; we value diversity and welcome people from all backgrounds and walks of life. #J-18808-Ljbffr
