German Speaking Finance Assistant

Michael Page; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a German Speaking Finance Assistant to join their team in Central London. The ideal candidate will have experience in accounting and finance, with fluency in both German and English. Responsibilities include reconciling payments, handling customer invoicing, and collaborating with various stakeholders. The role offers flexible working hours and opportunities for growth within the retail sector.

Benefits

Competitive annual salary

Flexible hours pattern

Opportunities for growth and development

Engaging professional environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in accountancy and finance.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Post and reconcile incoming customer payments.
• Match payments to invoices according to remittance advice.
• Handle customer invoicing and release credit notes.

Skills

Fluency in German

Fluency in English

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Proactive problem-solving

Tools

Financial software

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are seeking a German Speaking Finance Assistant to join our team in Central London. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with expertise in accounting and finance within the retail industry.

Client Details

This is a Scandinavian company with a long history in the home‑interior sector. They design and produce higher‑end household products and distribute them to customers in many regions worldwide. Their operations combine traditional craftsmanship with modern manufacturing, and they place strong emphasis on durability, comfort, and responsible production. The organisation values steady growth, international collaboration, and long‑term customer relationships.

Description

The key responsibilities of this German Speaking Finance Assistant will be:

• Post and reconcile incoming customer payments on a daily basis
• Match payments to invoices according to remittance advice
• Handle customer invoicing and release credit notes as required
• Maintain up-to-date AR reconciliations and ensure account accuracy
• Send customer statements and payment reminders
• Follow up on overdue balances and manage collections activity
• Produce regular reports on overdue accounts and payment performance
• Collaborate with internal departments and external customers across Central Europe
• Support month‑end closing and reporting processes

Profile

The successful German Speaking Finance Assistant should have:

• Fluency in both German and English, with strong communication skills.
• Proven experience in accountancy and finance
• Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A proactive approach to problem‑solving and meeting deadlines.

Job Offer

The successful German Finance Assistant will receive:

• Competitive annual salary
• Flexible hours pattern and hybrid working
• Opportunities for growth and development
• Opportunities to work in a professional and engaging environment in London
• Be part of a small‑sized company within the retail industry.