Finance Assistant

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional consultancy in London is seeking an Accounts Payable support staff member to assist with internal inquiries, process invoices, and manage supplier relationships. Candidates should have a background in finance or accounting with experience in accounts payable, strong Excel skills, and a collaborative mindset. This full-time role offers an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic team and support operational success.

Qualifications

• Positive and professional attitude in collaborative environments.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage varied workload.
• Establish excellent rapport and contribute to team dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Respond to inquiries in the Accounts Payable inbox.
• Set up new Suppliers in Oracle EBS.
• Process invoices in multiple currencies accurately.
• Manage monthly Apartment payments.

Skills

Finance and accounting qualification or qualified by experience

Previous experience in accounts payable or finance assistant role

Competency in MS Office, specifically Excel

Tools

Oracle EBS

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

About the Role

At HDR, we’re not just about spreadsheets and balance sheets – As an employee-owned consultancy we’re about people, progress, and purpose. As part of our Finance team, you’ll play a vital role in keeping our operations running smoothly, ensuring accuracy across the board, and helping us make smart financial decisions that drive our growth.

About You

We are seeking a personable and proactive self-starter who consistently projects a positive, professional, and “can-do” attitude. The ideal candidate thrives in collaborative environments, building strong working relationships across teams and the wider business. They should be comfortable working under pressure, managing a varied workload, and meeting tight deadlines — all while maintaining the highest standards of excellence. A natural communicator, they will establish excellent rapport with colleagues and contribute positively to team dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Respond to inquiries received via the Accounts Payable inbox under supervision, ensuring timely and accurate communication with internal teams and external suppliers
• Set up new Suppliers in Oracle EBS in accordance with policies and procedures
• Support accounts payable tasks associated with client projects and overhead purchases
• Process invoices in multiple currencies on a daily basis, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies
• Maintaining a Daily Invoice tracking file and following up on outstanding invoices
• Manage monthly Apartment payments and purchase requisitions
• Work through outstanding issues; Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies
• Provide ad hoc support to the Finance and Project Administrator team as needed
• Liaise with the team to ensure purchase orders are requested promptly
• Support internal and external audits by providing relevant data
• Ad-hoc tasks as required

Required Qualifications

• Finance and accounting qualification or qualified by experience
• Previous experience in accounts payable or finance assistant role is essential
• Experience working with variety of accounts payable packages
• Competency in MS Office, specifically Excel

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location

United Kingdom-England-London

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

BusinessClass : Marketing and Admin

Job Posting

Sep 22, 2025

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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