Accounts Administration Assistant

12-Month Fixed-Term Contract

A fantastic opportunity has arisen to join the finance shared services team of a highly successful global organisation operating within a fast-paced, technology-led environment.

This 12-month fixed-term position has been created to support the continued growth of the European Shared Service Centre and offers the chance to become part of a collaborative finance team supporting multiple international business entities.

The Role

As a Travel & Expense (T&E) Administrator, you will be responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely audit of employee travel and expense claims, providing support with payment activities, and delivering excellent customer service to stakeholders across the business.

Working within a dedicated team, you will help maintain compliance with company policies, resolve employee queries and contribute to the smooth operation of the wider finance function.

Key Responsibilities

• Auditing travel and expense submissions in line with company policies and internal controls
• Reviewing and resolving employee and stakeholder queries relating to expenses and financial transactions
• Supporting regular payment runs across multiple entities
• Assisting with month-end and year-end finance processes
• Supporting the preparation of financial reports and documentation
• Investigating and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner
• Maintaining employee data in accordance with data protection requirements
• Working closely with colleagues and other departments to support efficient financial operations
• Contributing to process improvements, training and knowledge-sharing activities
• Supporting wider shared service centre activities as required
• Occasional travel to support finance projects and system implementations

Skills & Experience

The successful candidate will ideally possess:

• Previous experience within a transactional finance environment
• Experience using a Travel & Expense platform such as Concur, Chrome River or SAP
• ERP system experience, with SAP highly desirable
• Strong Microsoft Excel and Office skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Effective communication and stakeholder management abilities
• A proactive approach with strong problem-solving skills
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively
• A positive, customer-focused mindset

Qualifications

• Prior experience in finance administration, accounts payable or transactional finance preferred
• AAT studies or qualification would be advantageous but are not essential

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Annual bonus opportunity
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Exposure to a global finance function within a growing international organisation
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Opportunity to contribute to ongoing finance transformation projects

Location

This is a hybrid position based in South Wales. Following an initial training period of approximately 12 weeks, the role will operate on a 3 days office / 2 days home working basis.