Finance Assistant
- Annual Salary: Up to £35,000
- Location: City of London
- Job Type: Full-time, Hybrid - 3 days in office - 2 from home
Join a rapidly growing MGA fully regulated by the FCA as a Finance Assistant. This role offers the opportunity to assist the Finance Manager and contribute to the day-to-day finance operations of our dynamic company. We are seeking a proactive self-starter who is ready to handle a diverse workload and engage in all aspects of the finance function.
Day-to-day of the role:
- Complete all finance tasks within allocated time slots, adhering to the finance timetable.
- Post bank transactions and update related policies as paid on individual underwriting portals using systems like Schemeserve and PIA.
- Manage the finance inbox and handle queries efficiently.
- Perform daily submissions and reconciliations on Novus, including bank reconciliations and matching funds.
- Process and upload CSV files for relevant product lines.
- Liaise with internal teams and external partners to ensure smooth operation of the finance function.
- Generate and update financial reports, including the Gross Written Premium (GWP) Summary and Unmatched Cash Summary reports.
- Assist with year-end and interim audits and any other finance-related tasks as necessary.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Experience in Bank and Cashiering, ideally within an MGA environment.
- Knowledge of technical IBA Accounting and Credit Control.
- Understanding of accounting double entry.
- Part Qualified with 1-3 years' experience (ACCA/CIMA/ACA preferred).
- Proficient in QuickBooks and general ledger operations.
- Strong analytical skills and a problem-solving attitude.
- Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Immediate availability highly desirable.
Benefits:
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, and an additional day for your birthday.
- Competitive workplace pension scheme (5% company contribution to Employee's 3%).
- Hybrid working pattern with a minimum of 3 days per week in the office.
- Supportive and experienced working environment.
- Study support for ACCA/CIMA/ACA after a probationary period.
- Season Ticket Loan (subject to conditions).
- Discretionary bonus.
- Automatic enrollment in life assurance and potential for private medical and income protection schemes post-probation.
To apply for this Finance Assistant position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.