Finance Analyst

Sotheby's; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading auction house and art dealer in Greater London is seeking a Finance Analyst to support accounts receivable and treasury functions. The ideal candidate will prepare journal entries, support cashflow management, and provide financial reporting. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting, 2-3 years of experience, and advanced Excel skills. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to process improvements and work closely within a global finance team.

Qualifications

• 2-3+ years of accounting or finance experience.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Highly organized while meeting deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare routine journal entries relating to accounts receivable.
• Support with cash application and invoicing.
• Produce monthly cashflow forecasts.

Skills

Advanced Excel skills

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or similar

CIMA or ACCA qualification

Tools

SAP

Job description

ABOUT SOTHEBY'S

Established in 1744, Sotheby’s is the world’s premier destination for art and luxury. Sotheby’s promotes access to and ownership of exceptional art and luxury objects through auctions and buy‑now channels including private sales, e‑commerce and retail. Our trusted global marketplace is supported by an industry‑leading technology platform and a network of specialists spanning 40 countries and 70 categories which include Contemporary Art, Modern and Impressionist Art, Old Masters, Chinese Works of Art, Jewelry, Watches, Wine and Spirits, and Design, as well as collectible cars and real estate. Sotheby’s believes in the transformative power of art and culture and is committed to making our industries more inclusive, sustainable and collaborative.

THE ROLE

As a Finance Analyst within the Sotheby’s global finance team, you will support the accounts receivable and treasury functions with detailed reporting and financial analysis.

The Finance Analyst will prepare routine journal entries relating to accounts receivable and financing activities, as well as contribute to the preparation of balance sheet reconciliations for review. Additionally, this role will support the Global Head of Cash Operations to produce regular reporting and to meet financial requirements. This role requires a strong understanding of accounting, financial analysis, and data management.

The ideal candidate can think analytically, autonomously, and has advanced Excel skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Routine reporting and analysis of accounts receivable data, activity, roll forwards and ageing
• In conjunction with a third party, produce regular borrowing base reports for the review and approval
• Liaising with the accounts receivable team to support with cash application, invoicing requirements and cashflow movement
• Prepare and record monthly journal entries in relation to financing transactions
• Collate and consolidate client payment data to support cashflow management
• Responsibility for the preparation of monthly cashflow forecasts and working capital analysis in accordance with the agreed corporate timetable for senior management review
• Produce regular KPIs around cashflow management, accounts receivable and accounts payable
• Providing various ad‑hoc analysis as required within global finance and to the Global Head of Cash Operations
• Make recommendations for process improvements, automation, reporting and analysis
• Support audit activities and help ensure timely delivery of required documentation

IDEAL EXPERIENCE & COMPETENCIES

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or similar
• CIMA or ACCA qualified candidate preferred
• Excellent communicator and team player
• Detail‑oriented, highly organized, and able to meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
• 2‑3+ years of accounting or finance experience
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in other core applications
• Prior knowledge and experience in SAP a plus

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