Finance Assistant

We are recruiting on behalf of a leading, independent private market advisory firm with a global presence.  Based in Central London, this is an exciting opportunity to join a very dynamic and successful group which was founded in 2010 and now has offices in London, New York, Hong Kong and Munich.

The company is looking to recruit a Finance Assistant to join their friendly, sociable and collaborative team.  

Reporting to the Head of Finance, key duties will include:

• Analysis of profit and loss nominal ledger accounts
• Responsible for Puchase Ledger maintenance, review and filing of supplier contracts and pricing analysis
• Process expense claims and WIP Management
• Prepare sales invoicing
• Bank/cash management and monthly cash flow forecasting
• Assist with quaterly reporting files: FCA, FINRA, VAT for review
• Assist with timely production of month-end management accounts
• Assist with ad hoc finance projects
• Build working relationships with banks, auditors, tax advisors, consultants and clients

Qualifications, experience & attributes:

• Degree standard from a recognised University
• ACCA or CIMA studier or planning to study
• Good command of written and spoken English
• 6 months experience in a finance department beneficial
• FS experience desirable
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Experience in working with Sage or a similar accounting system advantageous
• Excellent attention to detail

Salary & Benefits:

• £25,000 - £30,000 per annum depending on experience
• Discretionary bonus
• Pension (eligible after probation period)
• Health insurance (eligible after probation period)
• Study support
• 25 days annual leave
• hybrid working model (eligible once training is complete)