Finance Assistant

Davies; London; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the insurance industry is seeking a Finance Assistant to join their team in London. This full-time role involves bookkeeping, accounts payable, and supporting month-end processing. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and experience in finance administration. The position offers flexibility with remote or hybrid options and a range of benefits, including a pension plan and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Reward platform with discounts at over 800 retailers

25 days holiday (increasing with service)

Well-being centre

Recognition programmes

Paid fertility appointments

Fostering a friendly workplace

Pension with 5% matched contributions

Life Assurance (4x basic salary)

Training and professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in bookkeeping or finance administration.
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles.
• Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Bookkeeping using in-house accounting software.
• Supporting month-end processing.
• Maintaining high communication standards with stakeholders.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Numerical aptitude

Education

Experience in bookkeeping or finance administration

Tools

Accounting software

MS Office (especially Excel)

Job description

Job Title: Finance Assistant at Davies

Join us in applying for the Finance Assistant role at Davies.

Description

We are seeking a Finance Assistant to join MDD UK as an essential member of the Finance team. The ideal candidate is a critical thinker with prior experience in business or bookkeeping. You will support a team dedicated to providing high-quality service to our firm's employees, Partners, and clients worldwide. As part of a small, evolving team, flexibility, eagerness to learn, and collaboration are vital. You should be highly self-motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently or as part of a team.

This is a full-time role, available remotely or hybrid from our London office.

Your Responsibilities

• Bookkeeping using in-house accounting software
• Accounts Payable Entries
• Supporting month-end processing
• Credit card reconciliation
• Processing staff expenses
• Inter-Company Billing
• Supporting the Finance Team as backup
• Fee Fund Administrative Support
• Assisting with monthly reporting
• Maintaining high communication standards with stakeholders
• Performing additional tasks as directed by the Regional Financial Controller, Europe, and the global team

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience in bookkeeping or finance administration
• Knowledge of basic accounting principles
• Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office (especially Excel)
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Financial literacy
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Willingness to learn
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Strong critical thinking skills
• Numerical aptitude

Benefits

Davies values diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and identities. Our benefits include:

• Reward platform with discounts at over 800 retailers
• 25 days holiday (increasing with service)
• Well-being centre
• Recognition programmes
• Paid fertility appointments
• Fostering a friendly workplace
• Pension with 5% matched contributions
• Life Assurance (4x basic salary)
• Training and professional development opportunities

Additional Information

Level: Associate

Type: Full-time

Industry: Insurance

Job function: Finance and Sales

Location: London, UK

Application deadline: 21 May 2025