Transactional Finance Assistant

Transactional Finance Assistant 

Caledonian Sleeper: Glasgow  

Permanent, Full Time, 37.5 hours (Hybrid) 

Competitive salary plus benefits

Caledonian Sleeper have a fantastic opening for a Transactional Finance Assistant to join the team in Glasgow. 

In this role, you will manage the daily processing and execution of transactional activities, collaborating closely with team members. 

Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills, along with meticulous attention to detail, are essential for success. You should have experience in optimising accounts payable and receivable processes, a solid understanding of the transactional lifecycle — including ordering, purchasing, receiving, payment, and accounting for goods and services—and the ability to raise invoices and reconcile accounts effectively.

Joining the Finance team now presents an exciting opportunity as we redefine our Finance operating model, systems, and practices.

Main responsibilities of the role include:

The Transactional Finance Assistant will support the finance team by managing day-to-day transactional tasks, ensuring accurate and timely processing of financial documents. This role will involve working with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger functions.

Accounts Payable:

• Process invoices
• Confirm Deliveries and perform Goods Receipts
• Maintain the Purchase Log
• Ensure timely payments to vendors and suppliers
• Supplier Account Maintenance
• GR/IR Reconciliation
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies
• Any other tasks as allocated by the Transactional Finance Manager

Accounts Receivable:

• Process customer invoices and receipts
• Monitor accounts for overdue payments and follow up as necessary
• Assist in preparing monthly aging reports

Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations
• Assist in the implementation of process improvements

What you’ll need to do the role:

• Qualification in finance, business or a related field or have equivalent experience. 
• Previous experience in transactional finance or accounting roles (1-2 years).
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (working knowledge of MS Dynamics 365 would be advantageous).
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Effective communication abilities, both written and verbal.

Preferred:

• Experience in operating within heavily regulated and compliant environments.
• Background in contract management.

Additional / Special features of the role:

To excel in this role, you will need:

• Accounting and Finance Knowledge: A strong understanding of accounting principles, financial regulations and compliance is essential. You should be capable of managing payables and payments while ensuring the accuracy and completeness of all transactions.

What we offer:

• Competitive salary 
• 25 days annual leave 
• Free Scotland wide rail travel with ScotRail for the employee and eligible family members 
• Allocation of complimentary tickets each year for Caledonian Sleeper travel 
• Contributory pension scheme

Please click on the apply button to complete your application. Occasionally we receive a large volume of applications for our roles and when that happens, we sometimes bring the closing date forward, so please apply promptly to avoid disappointment. 

At Caledonian Sleeper Limited we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports the needs of all and matches the diverse profile of our guests. As such we will make reasonable adjustments at interview through to employment for our candidates and strongly encourage applications from all if you feel you match the skill requirements of the role.

We are open to discussions around flexibility and flexible working. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview. 

Caledonian Sleeper is an iconic brand with a heritage stretching back a century and a half to the early years of Scotland-London sleepers.

Part of an exclusive club, Caledonian Sleeper is one of only two sleeper trains in the UK, and we like to think it is the most scenic! Whisking guests from the bright lights of London through the night to the iconic cities of Aberdeen, Edinburgh, Inverness, and Glasgow or to the jaw dropping scenery of the west Highlands of Scotland around Fort William. We are proud to serve the UK’s most remote railway station too, Corrour.

Caledonian Sleeper sets new standards in overnight rail travel, offering a choice of affordable seats, private guestrooms, some with en-suites and double beds, as well as our much-loved Club Car to around 200,000 guests per year.

Serco is acting as the resourcing partner for Caledonian Sleeper Limited which is operated by Scottish Rail Holdings on behalf of the Scottish Government.