Expense Analyst | Temporary

Your new company
A UK-based investment manager responsible for safeguarding and growing a multi‑billion‑pound portfolio on behalf of hundreds of thousands of members through taking a long‑term, purpose‑driven approach to delivering sustainable outcomes. Their work spans various financial services, supported by a focus on responsible stewardship, risk‑adjusted long‑term returns, and positive social and environmental impact.

The organisation adopts a holistic investment philosophy, leveraging its scale to influence market practices and support sustainable ownership. It operates with a strong values-led culture centred on integrity, community, and long-term alignment with members' best interests.Your new role
The client is looking for an expense analyst to join the team for a 6-month period to support the Expense Accounting Manager. Key responsibilities include:

• Participation in all accounts payable processes in relation to the client's investment entities
• Responsibility for inputs into supplier sub-ledger and general ledger
• Processing of weekly payment runs including FX, individual CHAPS money transfers to suppliers and associated payment journals
• Processing of month-end journals, including all prepayments and accruals
• Supplier set up and management in line with the procurement policy
• General ledger account creation and maintenance, including linkage to appropriate budget approvers
• Building partnerships and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders
• Production of monthly MI for senior management purposes.
• Assisting with external and internal audit requests and any ad hoc investigations
• Supporting the wider F&IA team with ad hoc initiatives and BAU requirements as necessary

What you'll need to succeed

• Strong expense accounting fundamentals: debits and credits, raising journals, weekly payment runs, manual FX payments etc, ideally gained within financial services
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Experience with Sun and Sage systems
• AAT qualified
• 2+ years experience in a similar role, experience within financial services or property preferred

What you'll get in return

• Flexible working
• Generous annual leave
• Inclusive and supportive work culture

What you need to do now
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