Finance Assistant

Graduate Finance Assitant 
West End (Westminster) 
Salary - depending on experience 
Ideally for a recent graduate who would like to study to become an accountant.

A leading firm which focuses on investments in digital media, e-commerce, software and mobile application companies are looking for a Finance Assistant to join their dynamic team.

My client is looking for an individual to support the Finance Manager and Finance Director in relation to the financial affairs of the firm. 
Responsibilities  The key responsibilities of the role include:

1. Dealing with the purchase day book on Sage, including checking invoices and obtaining approvals

1. UK and US staff expense claims on Expensify, including checking that claims are in accordance with firm’s policies; correctly categorized and posted onto the ledgers

1. Setting-up payments for the Sage purchase ledger and expense claims

1. On a quarterly basis, analyse recharged expenses, raise invoices to portfolio companies and chase for payment

1. Working with the PAs, prepare Expensify analyses for credit cards so that the claims can be paid on a timely basis & costs can be uploaded/recorded on Sage

1. Prepare bank reconciliations for multi-currency accounts and ensure that intercompany balances agree across the group and with the funds

1. Set-up and post recurring multi-currency journal entries on Sage accounting system

1. In due course, potentially prepare the books of the main UK and US operating companies to trial balance level

1. Assist with the preparation of the statutory financial statements

 
There will be other ad hoc tasks in relation to the management companies, funds and queries from investors. Knowledge of Sage Lin 50 would be helpful and good Excel competency is expected. 

This is a fabulous opportunity to learn on the job and gain invaluable financial experience in a highly regarded company.