Finance Assistant

JOB PURPOSE To provide efficient and accurate support to the Financial Control team by managing purchase ledger activities, supplier payments, and expense processes. This role ensures timely invoice processing, compliance with internal controls, and smooth operation of payment workflows on a part-time basis (3 days per week). KEY RESPONSIBILTIES Purchase Ledger Management Accurately and efficiently process supplier invoices, ensuring correct coding in line with internal procedures.

Maintain and update supplier records to ensure accuracy and compliance. Communicate professionally with suppliers, responding to queries and resolving issues promptly. Payments Prepare and process supplier payments in line with agreed timelines and procedures. Expense Claims Review, process, and reconcile expense claims submitted by the Bank’s employees, ensuring compliance with policy. VAT and Compliance Assist the Financial Control Analyst with quarterly VAT return preparation and related compliance activities.

Month-End & Ad hoc Support month-end processes, including balance sheet reconciliation and substantiation including the reconciliation of corporate staff cards. Provide assistance with ad hoc finance tasks as required. REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE Previous experience in finance or purchase ledger roles. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Good knowledge of invoice processing and payment workflows. Familiarity with finance systems (experience with Kefron, Oracle Flexcube or Oracle Analytic Server desirable).

Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other office applications. Strong communication and organisational skills. Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively. ABOUT US At Hampden Bank, we provide private banking as it should be: approachable, accessible expertise delivered through loyal, long-lasting client relationships. Personalised service is at the core of our business, with a culture that is built on relationships.

We take the time to get to know our clients to help them achieve their aspirations. WHY JOIN US As a growing and ambitious company, we seek people to join our team who share our values;
Proud Ownership, Absolute Integrity, Total Inclusivity, Winning Teamwork and Purposeful Growth. We are committed to an inclusive culture where everyone is comfortable to be their authentic self. We recognise, value and respect diverse cultures, knowledge, and identities. We work together to ensure collaboration, development, and success for everyone, supporting them to thrive and reach their potential. We offer exciting career opportunities through professional and personal development, and have an extensive range of benefits you can enjoy.

TO APPLY Please submit your CV by the closing date. Please remember, on occasion we do receive more applications than expected we may bring the closing date forward, so please do apply promptly. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process, please let us know by contacting the People Team and we will endeavour assist you.

If you are excited about this opportunity and think you can bring value to the role and Hampden Bank, but your experience does not align perfectly with every aspect of what we are looking for, we would be happy to hear from you. If you have any questions or are interested in learning more about the role, please contact the People Team and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

HYBRID WORKING / FLEXIBLE WORKING We support hybrid working and our policy is that colleagues spend at least 60% of their working week in the office to connect and collaborate with their colleagues. We are open to considering requests from candidates who are looking for flexible arrangements. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you are looking for, and we will explore what is possible for the role.

We cannot promise to meet every request, but we will not judge you for asking.