Finance Assistant

Finance Assistant

Job Brief

Job Role: Finance Assistant

Location: London         

Pay Rate: £150 - £170 Per Day – Umbrella Rate

Working Pattern: 3 days a week in the office

Working Hours: 08:30 – 17:00

Length of Assignment: 12 months

THE ROLE

Our client is seeking a Finance Assistant to join the finance team on a full-time basis, supporting the smooth operation of the Finance function during the implementation of SAP S/4HANA. This role offers broad exposure across financial reporting, reconciliations, month-end activities and finance business partnering, making it an excellent opportunity for a finance graduate or early-career finance professional looking to develop within a commercial finance environment.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

Support Finance Business Partners with reporting and analysis activities.
Assist with headcount reporting and monitoring of departmental costs.
Reconcile employee expense receipts against monthly company credit card statements.
Maintain accurate records within SAP and supporting Excel schedules.
Process monthly purchasing card transactions and investigate outstanding items.
Prepare monthly balance sheet account reconciliations.
Support month-end processes, including intercompany recharge activities.
Assist with budget and forecast data preparation where required.
Provide ad hoc support to the wider finance team during the SAP S/4HANA implementation project.
Ensure financial data is maintained accurately and in line with company policies and controls.
Key Characteristics

Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.
Analytical mindset with the ability to identify issues and investigate discrepancies.
Proactive and solutions-focused approach to problem solving.
Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop.
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Effective communicator who can build relationships across the business.
Collaborative team player who enjoys working within a supportive environment.
Able to work independently and take ownership of allocated tasks.
Demonstrates a "can-do" attitude and willingness to go the extra mile when required.
Experience / Education

Finance degree or equivalent qualification.
Previous finance, accounting or commercial finance experience gained through a placement year, internship or permanent role.
Experience supporting financial reporting, budgeting or forecasting activities would be advantageous.
Exposure to balance sheet reconciliations and month-end accounting processes.
Experience reconciling company expenses and credit card transactions.
Strong Microsoft Excel and MS365 skills.
Experience using SAP or another ERP system would be beneficial.
Understanding of financial controls and reporting processes.
Experience working within a corporate or shared service finance environment would be advantageous
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed