Transactions Finance Analyst (6 month contract)

Salary/Rate:£450 - £500 per day
Job Type:Hybrid
Contract Type:Contract
Town/City:London
County:London
Sector:Corporate Accounting & Finance
Job ref:JN -082025-84159_1756812643
Post Date:02. 09. 2025
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About the Role

Transactions Finance Analyst (6 month contract)
- Real Estate
- £450-500pd
- Hybrid (London)

About the Role
We are seeking a Transactions Finance Analyst to support acquisitions and disposals across multiple jurisdictions. This role offers the chance to work in a fast-paced, international environment with opportunities to broaden your finance expertise.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage onboarding and offboarding of deals, ensuring accurate process and control documentation.

  • Provide regular updates on transaction progress and meet tight deadlines.

  • Review completion accounts, prepare working papers, and support external advisors as needed.

  • Handle pre-acquisition, SPA, and PPA journal adjustments with clear audit trails.

  • Organize and chair weekly calls to track acquisition progress and action items.

  • Map sellers' Chart of Accounts to internal COA and prepare uploads of opening balances.

  • Ensure all acquisition documents are obtained for reporting and audit.

  • Support ESG data collection for new acquisitions.

  • Contribute to financial due diligence for disposals.

  • Assist other finance teams during quieter transaction periods.

What You'll Bring

  • Full chartered accountant qualification with 3+ year's post-qualified experience (audit or industry).

  • Strong project management and technical accounting skills.

  • Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.

  • Confident communication skills, with the ability to lead calls and drive outcomes.

  • Proactive mindset, initiative, and collaborative team energy.

  • Flexibility to adapt and support wider finance functions.

  • Experience with Yardi Voyager is an advantage.

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