Cashier

Howden is a collective – a group of talented and passionate people all around the world. Together, we have pushed the boundaries of insurance. We are united by a shared passion and no-limits mindset, and our strength lies in our ability to collaborate as a powerful international team comprised of 18,000 employees spanning over 100 countries. People join Howden for many different reasons, but they stay for the same one: our culture. It’s what sets us apart, and the reason our employees have been turning down headhunters for years. Whatever your priorities – work / life balance, career progression, sustainability, volunteering – you’ll find like-minded people driving change at Howden.

The Cashier will provide service for all companies within the Group. Our Cashiers work towards set targets with a strive to deliver an excellent and comprehensive service, ensuring that their responsibilities are completed in accordance with policies. This role is based in Milton Keynes. Hybrid working available. Full training will be provided.

What you’ll be doing:

• Handles assigned projects and contribute to other projects as the need arises.
• Provides relevant management information to senior management.
• Banks and allocates incoming cash and cheques.
• Processes inter-group cash transfer requests for all Group company bank accounts.
• Reviews and arranges authorisation of accurately processed payment requests.
• Processing of entries onto Group company Accounting and Banking systems.
• Reconciles and maintain all bank and system records.
• Deals with accounts queries promptly and efficiently.
• Keeps informed of all regulatory and legal changes which impacts on the job role.
• Ensures up to date records are maintained at all times on the Company systems.
• Responds appropriately to urgent issues as they arise.

Who we’re looking for:

• Experience not crucial, training will be given. However, previous experience working within an administrative role would be desirable.
• It will be an advantage if the applicant has an understanding of processes and procedures within the insurance market.
• Attention to detail with ability to produce accurate documentation and to file documents appropriately.
• Ability to work effectively within a team.
• Prioritisation and interpersonal skills and able to work to deadlines.
• Proficient IT skills, including but not limited to Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to communicate efficiently, both verbally and in writing, with internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications:

• GCSE’s (or equivalent) including Maths and English crucial (to Grade C or the equivalent).

What do we offer in return?

A career that you define. At Howden, we value diversity – there is no one Howden type. Instead, we’re looking for individuals who share the same values as us:

• Our successes have all come from someone brave enough to try something new.
• We support each other in the small everyday moments and the bigger challenges.
• We are determined to make a positive difference at work and beyond.

Reasonable adjustments:

We’re committed to providing reasonable accommodations at Howden to ensure that our positions align well with your needs. Besides the usual adjustments such as software, IT, and office setups, we can also accommodate other changes such as flexible hours or hybrid working.

If you’re excited by this role but have some doubts about whether it’s the right fit for you, send us your application – if your profile fits the role’s criteria, we will be in touch to assist in helping to get you set up with any reasonable adjustments you may require.

Permanent