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Finance Assistant - Banking

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Posted on Jun 4, 2026 by CV-Library
London, United Kingdom
Construction
Immediate Start
£16 - £16 Hourly
Temporary
Finance Assistant

Rate of pay: £16.04 PAYE per hour
Job Type: Temporary (until September 2026, with possible extension)
Location: Westminster Bridge Road, LondonRole Purpose

The Finance Assistant will provide transactional and operational finance support to ensure the delivery of accurate and timely financial information, alongside excellent front-line customer service. Working closely with internal and external stakeholders, you will help ensure client needs are met and finance objectives are achieved.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

Produce weekly, monthly, and ad-hoc journals, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with accounting standards
Post journals into the general ledger in a timely and accurate manner, supporting month-end deadlines
Process bank statements and carry out bank reconciliations across multiple entities
Perform balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring clear audit trails and timely resolution of discrepancies
Manage intercompany accounts and payments
Raise manual, intercompany, and international payments, ensuring correct approvals and audit controls
Handle and respond to queries via a shared finance inbox, delivering excellent customer service
Prepare financial reports using Power BI and Q&A tools
Support year-end audit processes and compliance reviews, ensuring accurate and auditable financial data
Provide support on ad hoc finance queries and direct stakeholders to relevant teams where necessary
Work collaboratively with finance colleagues to improve processes and drive efficiencies
Build strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Assist in maintaining and improving finance systems and procedures
Provide cover and support for Finance Manager and Finance Analyst duties when requiredKey Skills & Experience Required

Previous experience in a finance assistant or similar role
Experience using the SUN system
Strong Excel skills
Good understanding of basic accounting principles
Experience processing journals, reconciliations, and payments
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks
High level of attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines under pressure
Confident communicator, both written and verbal
Ability to work independently and use initiative
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Customer-focused approach with a proactive, "can-do" attitudeTo apply for the Finance Assistant position, please submit your CV detailing your relevant experience

Reference: 225204977

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CV-Library

Finance Assistant - Banking

CV-Library

Posted on Jun 4, 2026 by CV-Library

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London, United Kingdom
Construction
Immediate Start
£16 - £16 Hourly
Temporary
Finance Assistant

Rate of pay: £16.04 PAYE per hour
Job Type: Temporary (until September 2026, with possible extension)
Location: Westminster Bridge Road, LondonRole Purpose

The Finance Assistant will provide transactional and operational finance support to ensure the delivery of accurate and timely financial information, alongside excellent front-line customer service. Working closely with internal and external stakeholders, you will help ensure client needs are met and finance objectives are achieved.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

Produce weekly, monthly, and ad-hoc journals, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with accounting standards
Post journals into the general ledger in a timely and accurate manner, supporting month-end deadlines
Process bank statements and carry out bank reconciliations across multiple entities
Perform balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring clear audit trails and timely resolution of discrepancies
Manage intercompany accounts and payments
Raise manual, intercompany, and international payments, ensuring correct approvals and audit controls
Handle and respond to queries via a shared finance inbox, delivering excellent customer service
Prepare financial reports using Power BI and Q&A tools
Support year-end audit processes and compliance reviews, ensuring accurate and auditable financial data
Provide support on ad hoc finance queries and direct stakeholders to relevant teams where necessary
Work collaboratively with finance colleagues to improve processes and drive efficiencies
Build strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Assist in maintaining and improving finance systems and procedures
Provide cover and support for Finance Manager and Finance Analyst duties when requiredKey Skills & Experience Required

Previous experience in a finance assistant or similar role
Experience using the SUN system
Strong Excel skills
Good understanding of basic accounting principles
Experience processing journals, reconciliations, and payments
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks
High level of attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines under pressure
Confident communicator, both written and verbal
Ability to work independently and use initiative
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Customer-focused approach with a proactive, "can-do" attitudeTo apply for the Finance Assistant position, please submit your CV detailing your relevant experience
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Reference: 225204977

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