Central Finance Administrator

Job DescriptionPurpose of PositionTo support the regional finance team and operations team by providing an administrative service in the area of depot operations and ensure the processes are maintained to an excellent standard in line with company policy.In this role you will work closely with the Regional Finance Team, Fleet team, P&T team, Payroll team and Depot Quality Manager (where applicable)Key Tasks / Areas of ResponsibilityRemote absence cover for Depot Finance Administrators across the networkWeekly Payroll management and processing for the networkLiaising and working closely with the Junior Data developer to resolve any systemic issues if they ariseBecome a super user for Softworks and ODF portalSupporting facilitation of timely and accurate payment to suppliersAudit stop merges and additional payments remotelyKey contact for Audit queriesSupport automation of tasksAbsence cover for Depot Finance Assistants will include the following :Ensuring the day-to-day cost reporting for your depot(s) is dealt with in a timely and effective mannerAccurately recording any purchase orders, processing and coding of invoices for external resourcesKeeping the absence management records up to dateProviding cover and being cross trained with the rest of the finance administration team within the networkAdd all new starters, agency and cover drivers to training platformsAdminister the complete self employed process daily, which includes additional payment processing, stop merging, updating vehicle mileages records and financial reconciliation to depot reportsCarrying out Driver Licence, validate own van driver documentation and Forklift Truck certificate checks and organise refresher trainingAdministering fuel stocks and ordersCarrying out local operational quality audits and maintaining operational controlsComment on the SOP of vehicles not being usedUpload compliance and HGV documentation to data studioCheck driver reported defects have been actioned for fleet vehicles by using the defect book and appAdhoc duties as required.QualificationsQualifications / ExperienceWhat we’re looking for :Carry out such other duties as may reasonably be requested by the management teamStrong IT literacy (Microsoft Office / G Suite programmes)You will have proven and demonstrable experience of working in a fast paced administrative role ideally gained within the transport industry (but this is not essential).You will have strong analytical skills with an awareness of quality assurance and auditing.You will have strong communication skills with a confident telephone mannerDemonstrate a high level of accuracy, self-motivation and organisationAbility to self-manage workload and prioritise tasks according to deadlines, importance and urgencyAdditional InformationAbout our BenefitsWe recognise that our people are at the heart of our business, without them we wouldn’t be able to deliver our award-winning service to millions of customers across the country each day. It’s important to us that we demonstrate our recognition of you in providing you with more than just a salary and job stability. To name but a few…Holiday tradingEnhanced maternity and paternity packageFree life assurance of 4 x salary on joining the pension schemeHealth Kiosks visiting every locationVitality at WorkFree On Site ParkingDiscounted shopping from 100’s of retailers including up to 5% off supermarket shoppingMilestone Days off to celebrate with your family and friendsFor employees who regularly use a screen as part of their job we offer free eye tests and support with the cost of glassesJoining DPD can lead to not just a stable job but also a career. DPD prides itself on recognising and developing talent alongside a desire to promote from within. As a continually growing and evolving organisation, we are proud to offer a great number of development and promotion opportunities.If you identify with our aims and values and can help us deliver our customers' promises, then this is the job for you Apply today #J-18808-Ljbffr