Senior Finance Assistant Location: Colchester Department: Finance Reports to: Finance Processes Supervisor About the Role: We are seeking a detail-oriented Senior Finance Assistant to join our Finance team. The successful candidate will play a key role in processing purchase invoices, ensuring timely payments, supporting budget managers with financial information, and assisting with the delivery of a new finance system. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong ERP system experience who is looking to contribute to a professional finance function and develop their expertise further. Key Responsibilities: * Process and ensure prompt payment of purchase invoices in line with procedures. * Match invoices to orders, investigate variances, and resolve discrepancies. * Act as a point of contact for invoice queries from staff, suppliers, and department heads. * Prepare and validate BACS payment runs and remittances. * Provide financial information to budget managers and auditors. * Process employee expense claims in accordance with policy. * Assist with the implementation and delivery of the new finance system. * Monitor and manage finance team shared mailboxes. * Carry out filing, clerical tasks, and provide cover within the Finance Section as needed. * Support the organisation’s health, safety, equality, and diversity policies. Required Skills and Experience: * Strong knowledge and practical experience of ERP/finance systems. * Proven experience in processing invoices and BACS payments. * Ability to manage multiple tasks accurately and efficiently. * Strong communication skills to liaise effectively with colleagues, department heads, and suppliers. * Commitment to continuous professional development in finance practices and policies. Desirable Attributes: * Previous experience working in a structured finance environment. * Familiarity with audit processes and financial reporting. Why Join Us: This role offers a chance to work in a supportive, professional finance environment where your expertise will help drive efficiency and accuracy in financial processes. You will also have the opportunity to contribute to the implementation of a new finance system and develop your ERP skills further. How to Apply: Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and ERP knowledge