Finance Associate - #1733422

Michael Page is recruiting for a well-known insurance firm based in the City of London, seeking a Finance Associate to join on a 6-month fixed-term contract, with the potential to become permanent. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of transnational finance and strong knowledge of Accounts Payable.

Client Details

Michael Page is recruiting for a well-known insurance firm based in the City of London, seeking a Finance Associate to join on a 6-month fixed-term contract, with the potential to become permanent. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of transnational finance and strong knowledge of Accounts Payable.

Our client operates on a global scale and holds a strong presence within their market. While their London office is smaller compared to their international branches, it offers a dynamic and inclusive working environment, with the added benefit of close collaboration with senior team members.

Description

As Finance Associate, your key duties will include but will not be limited to:

• Manage daily incoming finance-related emails for multiple international offices, including those in the UK, Canada, Bermuda, and Singapore
• Handle invoice processing in various currencies using a cloud-based finance system (Oracle), including coding, matching, and batching
• Coordinate and execute routine and ad-hoc supplier payments
• Communicate with external vendors to resolve billing and payment issues
• Generate and post customer invoices and credit memos
• Initiate manual bank payments as required
• Record incoming and outgoing transactions in the finance system
• Review and approve staff expense claims in line with company guidelines
• Post monthly adjustments based on expense platform reports into the finance system
• Reconcile company card transactions and verify VAT treatment is correct
• Provide support to finance colleagues on miscellaneous tasks as needed
• Deliver smooth day-to-day operations across both payables and receivables
• Keep supplier and customer account data accurate and up to date
• Accurately enter and classify incoming and outgoing invoices
• Monitor invoice approval workflows to ensure timely processing
• Adhere to supplier payment schedules and resolve any delays
• Reconcile supplier statements regularly and investigate discrepancies
• Respond promptly and professionally to vendor enquiries
• Build strong working relationships with both internal departments and external partners

Profile

• Ready to begin the position without notice
• Comfortable working with Microsoft Excel and Word
• Capable of entering routine financial transactions accurately
• Familiar with cloud-based ERP systems, including Oracle Fusion
• Aware of fundamental control processes relevant to finance operations

Job Offer

Immediate start role + 6 month fixed contract + Permanent contract potentially available + Very flexible hybrid working available (what works for you) + Central London office location + Insurance sector + Salary ranging up to £45,000 (Dependent on experience) + Transnational Finance role