Finance Assistant

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in alternative investments is seeking a Finance Assistant to join their dynamic team. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact in the finance world, assisting with month-end closures, preparing management reports, and handling customer invoicing. You will collaborate across teams, drive process improvements, and utilize cloud-based accounting software. With a supportive environment and opportunities for growth, this position is perfect for those passionate about finance and eager to advance their careers.

Benefits

Opt-in pension with 5% contribution

25 days of holiday

Private medical coverage

Life insurance

Cycle to work scheme

Home-delivered laptop

Support for employees with additional needs

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar finance role is essential.
• Understanding of double-entry bookkeeping is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with month-end closure processes and prepare management reports.
• Handle customer invoicing and manage payroll using Pento and Pleo.

Skills

Double-entry bookkeeping

Financial statements

Accounting practices

Payroll processes

Time management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Tools

Xero

Pento

Pleo

Job description

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Location: Aldgate, London (Hybrid - 2 days in the office)

Hours: 9-6 (some flex)

Contract: FTC 6-12 months - with the view to go permanent

About the Role

Are you ready to make a difference in the finance world? Our client, a leading organisation in the alternative investment industry, is seeking a talented Finance Assistant to join their dynamic team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with month-end closure processes.
• Prepare management flash reports and quarterly board packs.
• Handle customer invoicing and lead debtor recovery efforts.
• Process supplier payments and support procurement activities.
• Prepare regulatory reports and updates for the parent company.
• Participate in forecasting, budgeting, and cost analysis to identify savings.
• Manage payroll and expenses using Pento and Pleo.
• Drive process improvements and collaborate across teams.

Candidate Requirements

• Experience in a similar finance role.
• Understanding of double-entry bookkeeping and financial statements.
• Knowledge of accounting practices and payroll processes.
• Familiarity with cloud-based accounting software (Xero preferred).
• Strong time management, attention to detail, and professionalism.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to handle confidential data.
• Experience collaborating with various teams.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary and benefits, including:

• Opt-in pension with a 5% contribution from the organisation (minimum 3% from you).
• 25 days of holiday, increasing with service (up to 30 days).
• Enhanced leave for maternity, paternity, and adoption.
• Private medical coverage, including dental and optical care.
• Life insurance, critical illness cover, and income protection.
• Cycle to work scheme and home-delivered laptop.
• Allowances for additional home-office equipment.
• Support for employees with additional needs.

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