Finance Transaction Analyst - Glasgow Based - Outside IR35

Gigged AI is an open talent marketplace specialising in the IT and technology sector. We have an opportunity live at the moment for a Finance Transaction Analyst

This role is hybrid, with 3 days per week in Glasgow City Centre Office. 

Location: UK-based
Duration: Initial 4-month contract, with possible extension or option to go perm 
Start Date: ASAP
Day Rate: £400
IR35 Status: Outside IR35

All applicant proposals will be reviewed directly on the Gigged AI platform by the hiring manager.

• In order to send a proposal please follow the below steps
• head to www.gigged.aiand create a free talent profile
• once signed in, follow this link to the project - https://app.gigged.ai/find-a-gig/BQPDBwWGmkg
• you will now see a 'submit proposal' button
• please fill this in (intro, relevant experience, and attach CV to this)

Job Description 

We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly organised Finance Transactions Analyst to join our Finance Transactions Team within the Finance Operations function. In this role, you will be responsible for the timely and accurate processing of daily financial transactions across multiple payment systems, ensuring all corresponding postings are correctly recorded within the general ledger.

Key Responsibilities

• Process financial transactions accurately and within agreed service level agreements (SLAs)
• Ensure compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and controls relating to Financial Crime and Fraud prevention
• Support Reconciliation Analysts in investigating and resolving cash-at-bank reconciliation discrepancies
• Create and maintain accurate general ledger postings associated with transaction processing activities
• Provide ad hoc support to the wider Finance Operations team, including participation in project and change initiatives
• Assist the Financial Reporting team with non-technical reporting requirements and statutory reporting activities
• Identify opportunities to improve operational processes and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
• Maintain high standards of accuracy, control, and documentation across all activities.

About You

Essential Skills & Experience

• Previous experience within a transaction processing, execution, settlement, or operations function in a financial services environment
• Working knowledge of double-entry accounting principles
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including: 
  • Pivot Tables
  • VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP
  • SUMIFS
• IF statements and other commonly used formula
• Experience processing transactions through ERP systems such as Oracle NetSuite or similar platforms
• Experience working directly with banking platforms, including processing ad hoc payments and transfers
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume environment while maintaining accuracy
• Excellent attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills
• Comfortable working under pressure and managing competing priorities.

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Experience supporting change management initiatives and process improvement projects
• Exposure to reconciliation activities and financial controls within a regulated financial services environment.
• Knowledge of finance operations best practices and transaction lifecycle processes.

What You'll Bring

• A proactive and collaborative approach to work.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively across multiple teams.
• A commitment to delivering high-quality work while meeting strict deadlines.
• A continuous improvement mindset and willingness to challenge existing processes constructively.