Finance Assistant

Finance Assistant on a fixed-term contract until 19th December to support expense processing, bank and balance sheet reconciliations, and invoice management. Based in Roehampton, the hybrid role requires 3 office days weekly, including Mondays and Tuesdays.

Client Details: A global sports governing body based in Southwest London is seeking a Finance Assistant to join its finance team. The organisation oversees international competitions and development programmes, and operates in a collaborative, hybrid work environment.

Description:

• Expense Management: Process staff expenses, credit card statements, and cash advances; verify approvals and maintain receipt records.
• Bank Reconciliations: Daily processing and reconciliation of bank transactions, ensuring accurate posting to the general ledger and resolving any discrepancies.
• Balance Sheet Reconciliations: Perform month-end reconciliations with supporting documentation to ensure accuracy.
• Invoice Review & Posting: Review and post travel-related invoices in line with month-end deadlines.
• Accounts Payable Support: Assist with invoice entry and payment batches during busy periods.
• Ad-Hoc Tasks: Support audits, budgeting, and other finance team activities during peak times or as needed.

Profile: The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented and proactive, with strong experience in processing high volumes of transactions and performing accurate bank and credit card reconciliations. They should have excellent communication skills, good time management, and a collaborative approach to problem-solving. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and prior experience using Microsoft Great Plains are essential.

Job Offer:

• Hybrid working model (minimum 3 days in-office, with Mondays and Tuesdays as anchor days)
• 20 days holiday plus UK bank holidays
• Private healthcare
• Group personal pension scheme and life assurance
• Health Cash Plan
• Free lunch in the office (up to £9/day)
• Ride2Work scheme
• Complimentary snacks and fresh fruit in the office
• Free on-site parking