Your new company
A privately owned UK investment group that specialises in providing private credit solutions through a dedicated investment platform. The firm manages a structured lending strategy that deploys capital into senior, secured financing for small and mid‑sized businesses, supported by a multi‑year track record of delivering double‑digit returns. Backed by its own family office and external investors-including institutions, wealth managers and high‑net‑worth individuals-the group raises and manages third‑party capital through an investment vehicle designed to offer co‑investment alignment and access to alternative credit markets. Its investment arm operates with institutional‑grade governance, supported by experienced investment professionals and external strategic partners
Your new role
The client is looking for a Finance Assistant for a 9-month FTC (covering maternity leave). Key responsibilities include:
* Processing supplier invoices, checking accuracy, coding to correct cost centres, and preparing payment runs.
* Raising client invoices, monitoring debtor balances, and supporting credit control activities.
* Performing daily/weekly bank reconciliations.
* Posting journals
* Assisting in monthly management accounts preparation.
* Processing staff expenses
* Ad hoc duties as required by the finance team
What you'll need to succeed
* Previous experience in a similar role within financial services
* Strong Excel skills
* Double entry bookkeeping experience
What you'll get in return
* Competitive pro rata'd salary
* Long term contract
* Hybrid working
What you need to do now
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