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
- Must have 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 ledgerOwnership of finance mailbox, responding to suppliers, filing of emails & invoices in respective foldersPreparing VAT returns and IOSSAssisting with monthly reporting and reconciliationsProcessing journals and daily bankingProviding HoF with month end accruals and prepaymentsSupporting with balance sheet and P&L reviewsInputting and reviewing data in SAP B1Helping with financial admin and ad-hoc tasksWhat We’re Looking For
Someone reliable and ready to hit the ground runningComfortable working 2 days a week from the officeAnalytical aptitude and excellent attention to detailExperience of marketplace / Amazon reconciliationsProactive, a strong team player and a 'hands on' attitudeContract Type : Short-term maternity cover (3 months – possibility of being made permanent)
Location : Marylebone, London – close to Oxford Circus & Bond Street
Start Date : ASAP