Finance Assistant – Temp Short-Term Contract (3 Months) Hybrid working model We’re supporting a well-established, award-winning beauty brand with offices in Marylebone who are looking for a capable Finance Assistant to join on a short-term maternity cover contract. You’ll play a key role in keeping day-to-day finance operations running smoothly while a team member is on leave. This is a great opportunity for someone early in their accounting career who’s confident with the basics and ready to step into a busy, professional office. Essential Requirements ✔️ Available to start immediately ✔️ Hands-on experience using SAP Business One (SAP B1) ✔️ Confident with Excel, formulas and standard accounting processes ✔️ At least 12–18 months of relevant accounting experience (e.g. Assistant Accountant / Accounts Assistant level) Your Key Responsibilities Purchase / Sales ledger Ownership of finance mailbox, responding to suppliers, filing of emails & invoices in respective folders Preparing VAT returns and IOSS Assisting with monthly reporting and reconciliations Processing journals and daily banking Providing HoF with month end accruals and prepayments Supporting with balance sheet and P&L reviews Inputting and reviewing data in SAP B1 Helping with financial admin and ad-hoc tasks What We’re Looking For Someone reliable and ready to hit the ground running Comfortable working 2 days a week from the office Analytical aptitude and excellent attention to detail Experience of marketplace/Amazon reconciliations Proactive, a strong team player and a 'hands on' attitude Contract Type: Short-term maternity cover (3 months – possibility of being made permanent) Location: Marylebone, London – close to Oxford Circus & Bond Street Start Date: ASAP