Finance Operations Assistant

Global Fashion Group; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Fashion Group in London is seeking a Finance Operations Assistant to join the Group Shared Functions Finance Team. You will manage accounts payable processes, run weekly payment runs, and input invoices in the system.

Based in London with hybrid working, you will work closely with Group Finance, Group Treasury, and product owners, and explore AI opportunities to streamline workflows and improve cash management.

Qualifications

• Part-qualified or at the foundational stage of a recognised professional finance qualification (AAT, ACCA or CIMA).
• Strong Excel skills; experience with SAP or ERP systems is highly desirable.
• Organised, self-starter with attention to detail and a proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts payable processes and weekly payment runs.
• Post invoices, reconcile AP G/L accounts and input journal entries.
• Support month-end close and assist with audit queries.
• Explore AI and automation opportunities to improve workflows.

Skills

Excel skills

SAP

ERP systems

Education

Part-qualified finance qualification (AAT, ACCA, CIMA)

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

Finance Operations Assistant

Location: London - Hybrid

Salary: competitive + company benefits

About Global Fashion Group

Global Fashion Group (GFG) is the leading fashion and lifestyle destination in growth markets across LATAM, SEA and ANZ. From our people to our customers and partners, we exist to empower everyone to express their true selves through fashion. Our three e-commerce platforms - Dafiti (LATAM), ZALORA (SEA) and THE ICONIC (ANZ) - connect an assortment of international, local and own brands to over 800 million consumers from diverse cultures and lifestyles. GFG’s platforms provide seamless and inspiring customer experiences from discovery to delivery, powered by art & science that is infused with unparalleled local knowledge. As part of the Group’s vision to be the #1 online destination for fashion & lifestyle in growth markets, we are committed to doing this responsibly by being people and planet positive across everything we do.

THE TEAM

In 2019, GFG became a publicly listed company on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange. It is proud to combine the best of the governance and transparency of a public company with the entrepreneurial and growth spirit of an exciting digital business operating in some of the world’s most dynamic markets.

The Group Shared Functions (GSF) Finance Team manages end-to-end finance operations for GFG's holding entities across the UK, Germany, Luxembourg, and Singapore. To establish robust cost business partnering, we are establishing a dedicated GSF FP&A role. This is an opportunity to shape how GSF FP&A works, not simply running existing processes. Alongside delivering accurate planning, reporting and business partnering, you will have the scope to challenge manual routines and use AI and automation to build better ways of working. We are looking for someone who spots opportunities, tests practical solutions and takes responsibility for the quality of the outcome. Based in London, you will report to the GSF Finance Manager and work closely with Group Finance, Group Treasury, Tech product owners, and the SEA Finance team.

SCOPE OF ROLE

In this role as Finance Operations Assistant, you will be responsible for managing the accounts payable process, performing weekly payment runs, inputting invoices in the system, posting bank statements, cleaning and reconciling AP G/L accounts, and posting journal entries for holding entities. Core responsibilities fall into three key areas:

Accounts Payable & Cash Management

• Input invoices into the system accurately and in a timely manner.
• Execute weekly payment runs and contribute to cashflow planning and forecasting.
• Manage day-to-day accounts payable processes and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Handle Concur and credit card queries and reconciliations.
• Ensure proper coding, approval, and documentation of invoices in accordance with company policy.

Month-end activities

• Post bank statements for holding entities.
• Clean and reconcile Accounts Payable G/L accounts on a regular basis.
• Post journal entries and support month-end close activities.

Audit Support, Projects & AI

• Assist in the year-end audit process and support external audit queries.
• Contribute to ad hoc finance projects and requests as required.
• Identify and explore AI and automation opportunities within daily workflows to optimise processes and drive operational efficiency.

WHAT WILL YOU BRING TO THE TEAM

• Part-qualified or at the foundational stage of a recognised professional finance qualification (such as AAT, ACCA, or CIMA).
• Technical Skills: Strong Excel skills; experience with SAP or ERP systems is highly desirable.
• Mindset & Work Ethic: Organised, self-starter, detail-oriented, eager to learn and develop, with a strong get-things-done attitude.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Broader exposure to the wider finance activities of the holding entities, including Treasury, Tax and Reporting, alongside cost business partnering and performance reporting.
• A dynamic working environment shaping the financial operations of a global e-commerce leader in growth markets
• Valuable experience as the business navigates a dynamic and evolving market landscape
• Work closely with a diverse and talented global team across 11 countries

Global Fashion Group embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on

Global Fashion Group embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.