Finance Assistant

Global Commissioning; Whitstable; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialised consultancy is seeking a Finance Assistant to manage supplier invoices and support the finance team. The ideal candidate will have experience in finance, strong ERP skills (preferably Oracle Net Suite), and excellent communication abilities. This role offers a chance to be part of a growing consultancy making a global impact.

Benefits

20 days holiday plus UK Bank Holidays

Private health insurance for employee and family

5% pension contribution from the Employer

Cycle to work scheme

BUPA EAP

Qualifications

• Evidence of experience in a similar role with focus on ERP financial systems.
• Strong attention to detail in processing financial transactions.
• Ability to build relationships with colleagues across all levels.

Responsibilities

• Process all supplier invoices to ensure timely settlement.
• Support the Senior Finance Manager in managing email inboxes.
• Post routine rent and accommodation costs onto the system.

Skills

Experience in finance roles

Strong Excel skills

Collaboration within teams

Strong communication skills

Tools

ERP financial systems

Oracle Net Suite

Job description

Global Commissioning are a specialised consultancy delivering world‑class Commissioning Agent, Management, MEP Validation, and Specialist Electrical Services to the global data centre industry. We are experts in commissioning and optimising Hyperscale and COLO/IBX data centres, with extensive experience in process facilities, HV commissioning, and mission‑critical infrastructure.

Our strength lies in collaboration, we take an integrated approach to project delivery, ensuring safety, efficiency, and performance excellence. With a proven track record in delivering complex, high‑stakes projects, we are your trusted partner for data centre commissioning and operational readiness.

We operate with full tax and visa compliance in all regions where we work, ensuring seamless project execution and adherence to local regulations. With offices across EMEA, we are strategically positioned to support your business wherever you need us.

The Finance Assistant is responsible for timely processing of supplier invoices received, managing incoming email boxes and distributing supplier invoices for approval. The role involves collaborating across the finance team to ensure all tasks are completed efficiently, supporting the Senior Finance Manager.

Supplier Invoice Management

• Take ownership of the processing of all supplier invoices received, to ensure timely settlement within payment terms
• Review and check supplier invoices and share them through e‑doc systems for prompt approval by relevant management, making sure they are returned by the approver in time for the invoice to be settled within the payment terms
• Reconcile supplier statements and respond to queries as they arise

Email and Query Management

• Support the Senior Finance Manager in ensuring that all global finance email inboxes are cleared and actions completed routinely

Rent and Contractor Payment

• Ensure all routine rent and accommodation costs are posted onto the system before the scheduled monthly payment

This is an outline description and not an exhaustive list of the key responsibilities and accountabilities involved in the job.

Qualifications And Skills

• Experience: It is essential for Finance Assistant to be able to provide evidence of experience in a similar role, with a proven focus on the use of ERP financial systems, a strong attention to detail in processing financial transactions and engagement with professional colleagues across all levels of management
• Technical Skills: Experience in ERP financial software (ideally Oracle Net Suite), strong Excel skills
• Teamwork: Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a finance team and across business units
• Communication: Strong communication skills, with the ability to build relationships, including with non‑financial colleagues across all levels including Directors
• Education: There is no requirement for formal qualifications for this role however the essential requirement of the Finance Assistant is to be able to evidence the appropriate skills and experience outlined above

Employee Benefits

• 20 days holiday, plus UK Bank Holidays; the additional holiday is accrued after every year of service, up to 5 years
• Private health insurance for the employee and family after the qualifying period
• 5% pension contribution from the Employer
• Cycle to work scheme
• BUPA EAP

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a growing consultancy making a global impact in mission‑critical industries
• Work closely with senior leaders and gain exposure to high‑profile international projects
• A chance to grow your career in a role that mixes creativity, strategy, and delivery

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