Your newpany
An established and highly respected organisation within the financial markets is seeking talented professionals to join its growing team. Operating at the heart of investment services, this firm delivers robust, technology-driven solutions that support advisers, institutions, and investors across the UK. With a strong focus on transparency, efficiency, and long-term value, this is a unique opportunity to contribute to a business that plays a critical role in the infrastructure of modern wealth management.
Your new role (14 Month FTC)
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive individual to join a busy Finance Team within a respected financial services organisation. This role plays a vital part in supporting core finance operations, including the accurate and timely processing of invoices and expenses, daily bank reconciliations across multiple corporate accounts, preparation of financial reports for senior stakeholders, and collaboration with external auditors during interim and annual audits. It’s an excellent opportunity to gain broad exposure within a fast-paced and highly regulated environment.
Accounts Payable & Financial Operations
1. Process a high volume of supplier invoices using Navision (Microsoft Dynamics NAV)
2. Manage staff expenses andpany credit card transactions
3. Raise and process payments via cheque, CHAPS, and BACS
4. Perform double-entry bookkeeping, including prepayments where applicable
5. Liaise with vendors regarding payment queries and schedules
6. Support accountants with cost variance analysis
7. Provide departmental cost reports and invoice documentation to budget holders
8. Monitor aged creditors and maintain accurate records
9. Conduct daily bank reconciliations across 45 corporate accounts
10. Reconcile petty cash and intepany balances
Audit & Reporting
11. Liaise with external auditors during interim and year-end audits
12. Prepare financial documentation and reports for audit review
13. Assist with quarterly profit verification processes
Systems & Projects
14. Support the upgrade of the accounting system to Dynamics 365 Business Central
15. Assist with Payment Practices Reporting
16. Provide general support across the finance function as needed
What You’ll Need to Succeed
17. Experience in financial services, ideally within a fast-paced environment
18. Part-qualified in ACCA, CIMA, ACA (or equivalent) or equivalent through relevant experience
19. Hands-on experience with accounting system upgrades and purchase order workflows (Dynamics 365 Business Central preferred)
20. Strong understanding of accounts payable and double-entry bookkeeping
21. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
22. Educated to degree level in Accounting or a related field (or equivalent experience)
23. A proactive, can-do attitude with excellent attention to detail
24. Ability to manage workload under pressure and meet strict deadlines
25. Strong organisational and prioritisation skills
26. Excellentmunication skills, both written and verbal
27. A collaborative mindset andmitment to continuous improvement
Referencing will be requested for this role.
What you'll get in return
28. Pension Scheme
29. Hybrid working model for greater flexibility
30. Optional private medical insurance
31. 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays