We’re looking for a Finance Scheme Assistant (Grade 5) to join the Finance & Commercial team at Elexon on a permanent basis.
In this role, you’ll support the administration of the Network Charge Compensation (NCC) Scheme and other industry schemes, helping to ensure claims, payments, and financial records are processed accurately and on time. Working closely with the Finance Manager and Scheme Administrator Lead, you’ll play an important role in supporting finance operations while providing excellent service to internal and external stakeholders.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop a career in finance operations and scheme administration within the GB electricity market.
What you’ll do:
Support the administration of the Network Charge Compensation (NCC) Scheme and related industry schemes
Validate and process scheme claims, ensuring accuracy and compliance with agreed processes
Prepare payment schedules for review and approval
Maintain accurate scheme records, trackers, and financial documentation
Respond to customer and supplier queries relating to scheme administration and payments
Support the preparation of monthly expenditure reports and forecasts
Assist with accounts payable, purchase ledger, and payment processing
Perform account reconciliations and maintain accurate financial records
Support year-end audit activities and provide financial information where required
Maintain and update Local Working Instructions (LWIs) and process documentation
Contribute to continuous improvements across finance operations and scheme administration
What you’ll bring:
Experience within a finance, finance operations, or accounts administration role
Strong attention to detail with excellent numerical accuracy
Experience processing payments, reconciliations, or financial transactions
Good understanding of accounts payable or purchase ledger processes
Strong customer service and stakeholder communication skills
Experience using finance systems and Microsoft Excel
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage deadlines and competing priorities
Ability to work collaboratively while taking ownership of assigned activities
A proactive approach with a willingness to learn and develop
Studying towards an AAT qualification (desirable)
Knowledge of the GB electricity market or regulated industries (desirable)
What’s in it for you:
£29,000
Excellent benefits including bonus, private medical insurance and generous pension scheme
The opportunity to work within a thriving organisation which can support your growth and development
We operate a hybrid working approach with 2 days in our London office
Our culture
We believe a diverse and inclusive culture allows innovation and creativity to flourish. We are committed to continuously improving our culture for our colleagues and stakeholders. Through our hugely successful Diversity Forum, Mental Health First Aid network and regular programme of activities and events, we celebrate difference and recognise the value of employee wellbeing, which is a consistent outcome from annual employee surveys that we conduct. Likewise, as a community, we like to support each other, and all agree Elexon is a great place to work with a great workspace too!
At Elexon, we want to:
Provide true equality of opportunity
Attract and retain diverse talent
Listen to all voices
Be representative of the communities we work in
Be a role model for Diversity and Inclusion in the industry
Elexon together, embracing differences, listening to all voices
Ready to make an impact? Join us and help shape the future of energy services.
