Finance Assistant (Temporary 6-Month Fixed Term Contract)
Location: Head Office, IP3 9SJ
Salary: £13.45 per hour
Contract: Fixed Term for 6 Months
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm (35 hrs per week)
Whilst this role is advertised as full-time, we are open to discussing flexible or part-time working arrangements, including school hours, for the right candidate.
About Us
At Suffolk Building Society, we’re more than just a financial institution—we’re a community. As a member-owned organisation, we put people first, not shareholders. That means everything we do is driven by our values and our commitment to making a positive impact.
Join Our Finance Team
We are looking for a highly organised and detail-oriented Finance Assistant to join our Finance Team on a 6-month fixed-term contract. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong administrative and numerical skills who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and delivering excellent service to both customers and colleagues.
The role provides vital support to the Society's day-to-day financial operations, helping to ensure that customer transactions, financial records and reporting activities are completed accurately and efficiently.
What You’ll Do:
As a Finance Assistant, you will:
- Processing CHAPS payments accurately and efficiently.
- Managing payment returns, including BACS and Faster Payments.
- Inputting supplier invoices and maintaining accurate records.
- Processing and reviewing staff expenses.
- Preparing and posting journals.
- Completing Confirmation of Payee (CoP) checks for customer onboarding.
- Conducting cheque sequencing reviews.
- Processing and investigating unpaid cheques.
- Managing unpaid Direct Debits and related queries.
- Reconciling petty cash accounts.
- Reconciling staff credit card accounts and resolving discrepancies.
- Collating management information and reports as required to support business decision-making.
- Maintain high standards of accuracy, compliance and customer service at all times.
What We're Looking For
You'll be someone who:
- Has strong IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel.
- Communicates effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Has excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
- Enjoys working with numbers and financial information.
- Works well as part of a team.
- Can manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
- Demonstrates flexibility and a positive approach to change.
- Takes ownership of their work and is committed to continuous improvement.
What’s in It for You?
- 26 days annual leave + bank holidays (pro rata)
- Comprehensive training for the role
- Pension scheme with free pension advice
- Life insurance & wellness programs
- Healthcare cash plan & retailer discounts
- Discretionary Annual bonus
- Opportunities to volunteer & support local charities
Why Join Us?
You'll become part of a friendly and supportive team where your contribution will make a real difference. This role provides valuable experience within a financial services environment and offers exposure to a broad range of finance activities.
If you're looking for a varied temporary opportunity and enjoy working in a role where accuracy, teamwork and customer focus are key, we'd love to hear from you.
When applying for this role, please submit a CV and details of why you are interested in the role.
Please refer to our Candidate Privacy Notice on our website which confirms that your personal data will be destroyed after a period of six months.
Finance Assistant (Temporary 6-Month Fixed Term Contract) in Ipswich employer: Suffolk Building Society
Suffolk Building Society is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises community engagement and employee development. With 26 days of annual leave and clear pathways for career progression, this part-time role in Felixstowe not only allows you to make a meaningful impact on members' financial well-being but also fosters personal growth in a collaborative environment.
