Finance Assistant

London - UK

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 2 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

WSETs purpose is to empower people through inspiring learning experiences all over the world. We offer a comprehensive suite of globally recognised qualifications covering wines spirits and sake.

We are the worlds leading provider of qualifications in wines spirits beer and sake delivering over 140000 exams each year to candidates in over 70 countries via our network of Approved Programme Providers (APPs).

WSET is a global organisation and we are proud to have people who work for us all over the world. We have people in Australia Canada China Hong Kong Singapore and the USA as well as the UK.

The successful applicant will contribute to a culture of integrity empowerment dynamism and inclusivity within WSET.

WSET fosters a welcoming empathetic and inspiring culture that empowers our global talent to innovate and thrive.

Were looking for a proactive detail-driven Finance Assistant to support the smooth running of our finance function. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who genuinely enjoys working with numbers thrives in Excel and is confident handling large volumes of financial data. Youll play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records preparing insightful reports and supporting core accounting processes. Working closely with the Finance team youll gain broad exposure to day-to-day finance operations within a fast-paced and evolving environment perfect for someone keen to build depth and confidence in a finance career.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

General Finance Operations

Carry out daily finance activities including transaction processing bulk invoicing through automated imports and bulk payment allocations
Support submissions via customer portals and assist with resolving related queries or issues
Perform regular reconciliations of receipts across multiple payment gateways including Worldpay Shopify and Windcave
Assist with month-end close activities and contribute to accurate financial reporting

Data Reporting & Analysis

Work extensively in Excel using advanced formulas pivot tables and lookups to validate and reconcile financial data
Prepare regular reports schedules and summaries to support decision-making within the Finance team
Ensure the accuracy completeness and integrity of financial data and documentation
Process Improvement & Compliance
Support statutory audit requirements as needed
Contribute ideas to improve finance processes controls and reporting efficiency
Take on additional finance-related tasks in line with team priorities

Person Specification

Essential

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a logical data-driven mindset
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including formulas pivot tables lookups and large-scale data manipulation
Comfortable working with large and complex datasets
Excellent attention to detail and a high level of numerical accuracy
Ability to work independently manage deadlines and prioritise workload effectively
Strong numeracy and written communication skills
Working knowledge of basic accounting principles
Well-organised with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
A collaborative approach with clear and confident communication skills

Desirable

Experience using NetSuite or similar accounting systems
Experience working within an international or multi-entity business

Salary - 31000

Remote status: Hybrid working

UK Benefits

Annual Leave - 27 days pa public holidays increases with service; ability to buy/sell 5 days

Pension (Generous options available after three months)

Health insurance (after three months):

Vitality scheme - post probation - Access to virtual GP appointments Rewards include Caffe Nero drinks Cinema Tickets Apple Watch Cash Back on Waitrose shopping 75% off at Champneys 6 month subscription with HeadSpace Discounted Weight Watchers membership and gyms Smoking Cessation day worth 300 and half price health screens

Eye voucher scheme

Food and drink in the office

Nespresso coffee makers and a range of other drinks fruit cereals soups

Season ticket loan scheme

EAP

24/7 confidential help and support from trained counsellors and advisors

Death in service

4x annual salary paid to nominees with associated bereavement support for family

Enhanced family friendly leave and pay

Cycle2Work scheme

Development - WSETs in-house training and qualifications in Wines Spirits Sake and Beer as well as other professional development opportunities

DISCLAIMER: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties skills efforts requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned at any time.

WSETs purpose is to empower people through inspiring learning experiences all over the world. We offer a comprehensive suite of globally recognised qualifications covering wines spirits and sake.We are the worlds leading provider of qualifications in wines spirits beer and sake delivering over 14000...