Finance Operations Assistant
Location: London
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time 35 hours
Purpose of the role
The purpose of this role is to support the Finance Operations team in delivering a comprehensive range of finance administration services across the Just Group. This includes ensuring customers and suppliers are paid accurately and on time, and that all incoming funds are recorded and allocated correctly against the appropriate products or services.
The role requires strong collaboration and effective communication with colleagues across the finance function and the wider business to maintain smooth and efficient operations.
About Just
We help people achieve a better later life. That’s our purpose and it’s the reason we exist. We are a fast-growing company helping customers enjoy the retirement they deserve. We do this through a variety of market leading, award-winning products and services, delivered by a diverse team of over 1,400 purpose-led colleagues who genuinely put the customer at the heart of everything we do.
This is a brilliant time to join our business. We are on an exciting growth journey to become the UK’s most loved retirement expert.
Key Responsibilities
Bank Reconciliations
Balance Sheet Reconciliations
Payments Processing via Swift, BACS & Faster Payments
Daily Matching & allocation of funds received
Journal entry into General Ledger
Respond to internal and external finance queries
Provide administrative support to the finance team
Provide support to Internal and External Auditors
What we are looking for
Proven experience in finance operations, including exposure to cash management and bank reconciliations
Previous accounts experience (e.g. accounts payable, receivable, or general ledger) is advantageous
Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, with the ability to manage and analyse data effectively
Strong analytical skills with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues
Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and meet tight deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
Clear and professional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders
Our behaviours
At Just you’ll have the opportunity to develop your career, whilst making a difference to the lives of those around you. You’ll be part of a company with a strong and distinctive culture - we’re ambitious, curious and collaborative – and every decision we make centres around being Just and delivering the best outcomes for our customers.
What’s in it for you
A competitive salary, pension scheme and life assurance
25 days annual leave plus an additional day on us for your birthday
Private medical cover and income protection, just in case
A generous and highly achievable bonus scheme
Opportunities to progress your career in-role and within the company
Free access to the Headspace app, 24/7 employee assistance helpline and trained physical and mental health first aiders
A variety of employee funded benefits available via our online benefits portal
Plus, several additional purchase options available for you and your loved ones
Explore our full range of benefits on our dedicated benefits page.
Belonging at Just
Valuing diversity of thought and fostering a sense of belonging is critical to our business success, driving innovation and balanced decision making. Our work on DEIB (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging) aims to deliver a brilliant employee experience underpinned by a sense of belonging, where our people feel proud to work at Just.
We remain committed to our publicly disclosed HM Treasury Women in Finance Charter and Race at Work Charter targets and support a wide range of employee network and events, championing issues including intergenerational working, social mobility and neurodiversity.
Application details
Please submit your CV using the 'apply now’ button. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted regarding next steps which may include an initial phone interview and in-person assessment.
Be Bold. Be Brilliant. Be Just
Just Group Reigate and Banstead, England Office
Enterprise House, Bancroft road, Reigate and Banstead, United Kingdom, RH2 7RP
