Finance Assistant | London, UK

Davies Consulting; London; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Finance Assistant to join their dynamic team in London. This full-time role offers the flexibility of remote or hybrid work arrangements. You'll play a vital role in bookkeeping, accounts payable, and supporting month-end processes while ensuring effective communication with stakeholders. This position is perfect for a detail-oriented individual with a passion for finance and a desire to learn. Enjoy a supportive work environment that values diversity and provides numerous benefits, including generous holiday allowances and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Reward platform - discounts for over 800 retailers

25 days holiday (rising with service)

Well-being centre

Recognition programme

Paid fertility appointments

Pension - matched contribution at 5%

Life Assurance (4 x basic salary)

Development, training, and professional qualification

Qualifications

• Prior experience in bookkeeping or finance administration.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Perform bookkeeping and accounts payable entries.
• Assist with month-end processing and credit card reconciliation.
• Provide administrative support for finance team.

Skills

Bookkeeping experience

Knowledge of basic accounting principles

Proficiency in accounting software

MS Office (especially Excel)

Strong attention to detail

Excellent organizational skills

Good communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Critical thinking

Tools

In-house accounting software

MS Office

Job description

Finance Assistant

Davies Consulting, London, United Kingdom

Application Deadline: 21 May 2025

Department: Accounting & Finance

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: London, UK

Reporting To: Regional Financial Controller - Europe

Description

We are seeking a Finance Assistant to join MDD UK, an integral part of our Finance team. The ideal candidate is a critical thinker with prior experience in business or bookkeeping. You will support our team in providing high-quality services to our firm's employees, Partners, and clients worldwide. Flexibility, willingness to learn, and collaboration are essential, as you will be part of a small, evolving team. The role offers the flexibility of remote or hybrid work from our London office.

Your Responsibilities

1. Bookkeeping using in-house accounting software
2. Accounts Payable Entries
3. Month-end processing support
4. Credit card reconciliation
5. Staff Expenses Processing
6. Inter Company Billing
7. Finance Team Backup
8. Fee Fund Administrative Support
9. Assist with monthly reporting
10. Maintain communication and cooperation with stakeholders, ensuring timely responses to queries
11. Perform additional tasks as instructed by the Regional Financial Controller and global team

Qualifications and Skills

1. Bookkeeping or finance administrative experience
2. Knowledge of basic accounting principles
3. Proficiency in accounting software and MS Office, especially Excel
4. Strong attention to detail and accuracy
5. Excellent organizational and time management skills
6. Effective communication and interpersonal skills
7. Financial acumen
8. Problem-solving and decision-making abilities
9. Willingness to learn
10. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
11. Ability to work independently and as part of a team
12. Critical thinking skills
13. Aptitude for numbers

Our Commitment to Diversity and Benefits

We value diversity and inclusivity. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply, including those of different genders, identities, neurodiversity, sexual orientations, disabilities, physical appearances, race, age, nationality, and beliefs.

• Reward platform with discounts at over 800 retailers
• 25 days holiday, increasing with service
• Well-being centre
• Recognition programme
• Paid fertility appointments
• Fostering a friendly employer environment
• Pension with 5% matched contribution
• Life Assurance (4x basic salary)
• Development, training, and professional qualifications

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