Accounting Assistant - Cash Management FTC

Cobalt Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits a finance professional to join a leading Real Estate Investment firm in London as an Accounting Assistant. This role is pivotal in ensuring financial accuracy and managing cash flows across a diverse real estate portfolio. You'll be responsible for assisting in cash and loan reporting, maintaining bank accounts, and completing monthly reconciliations. This position offers a unique chance to gain valuable experience in a fast-paced, global investment environment. If you're eager to contribute to a dynamic team and enhance your finance skills, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in finance, particularly in cash management and bookkeeping.
• Strong understanding of bank reconciliations and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Assist in cash and loan reporting and maintain bank accounts.
• Complete monthly bank reconciliations and process internal funding transfers.

Skills

Cash Management

Bookkeeping

Bank Reconciliations

Financial Reporting

Education

Degree in Finance or related field

Tools

Online Banking Platforms

Financial Software

Job description

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Accounting assistant to join the cash management function within a leading Real Estate Investment, Asset management and Development firm in London on an initial 6 month FTC. This role plays a key part in maintaining financial accuracy, managing cash flows, and ensuring smooth banking operations across a diverse real estate portfolio. Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in cash and loan reporting, including compiling cash waterfalls
• Respond to cash management queries, liaising with banking partners to obtain necessary information
• Maintain and reconcile property and holding company bank accounts on a daily/weekly basis
• Complete monthly bank reconciliations, ensuring timely submission for senior review
• Process and record internal funding transfers in line with company policies
• Support liquidity reviews and facilitate the setup of bank accounts

Key Requirements:

• Background in finance, specifically cash management
• Strong understanding of bookkeeping, journal entries, and bank reconciliations
• Familiarity with online banking platforms and financial software

This is a fantastic opportunity for a finance professional looking to gain experience in a fast-paced, global investment environment. Apply now!