Finance Assistant

Job Title: Finance Assistant Location: London Salary: £37,500 - £42,000 per annum Duration: 6 Months, initially Role Overview: We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Finance Assistant to join an international real estate consultancy specializing in the luxury sector. As a Finance Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting the Finance team with day-to-day accounting procedures, assisting with finance-related projects, and ensuring smooth financial operations. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the ongoing success of the finance department in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities: Accounts Payable and Billing:

• Process all AP invoices, payments, and intercompany billings.
• Act as the first point of contact for all AP queries, both internal and external.
• Administer and manage the accounts inbox(s), ensuring timely responses and resolution of queries.

• Assist with finance-related projects, particularly supporting the ongoing NetSuite integration project.
• Provide support to the wider finance team in various tasks and projects as needed.

• Reconcile bank transactions and statements, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Assist with month-end activities, including reporting and analysis.
• Investigate and resolve outstanding creditor items in a timely manner.

• Review and process employee expense claims, ensuring adherence to company policies.
• Review and process employee credit card and prepaid card transactions.

• Liaise with colleagues and third parties as needed, providing clear and professional communication via email or phone.
• Work collaboratively with the finance team and other departments to ensure smooth financial operations.

• Experience in a finance or accounting role, preferably within the real estate or luxury sector.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in managing financial transactions and reconciliations.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills to handle multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Proficiency in accounting software (experience with NetSuite is a plus).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• A proactive and problem-solving mindset, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.