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Job Introduction Are you someone with a keen eye for Excel, a passion for data, and an unwavering commitment to detail?
Are you a recent graduate in accounting or finance, eager to kickstart your career?Get ready to immerse yourself in a dynamic and high-profile client-facing position. As a Finance Assistant at Sodexo, University of Greenwich, your role is to ensure the smooth financial operation of the university contract, driving excellence and innovation in delivering solutions that exceed our client's expectations. You will manage the financial aspects of the contract, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely reporting. Your attention to detail and proactive approach will be the keys to your success. Your work will have a direct impact on our client's satisfaction and our business success.
Join us now as we embark on a rapid growth journey, with our revenue soaring and our contract evolving. Your role is pivotal in supporting this expansion. Plus, enjoy the benefits of hybrid working and flexible working hours as we welcome you to our team.

We're ready to recruit you ASAP!
What you’ll do:

• Manage daily, weekly, monthly, and year-end financial activities for the University of Greenwich contract, providing essential reporting to Finance Manager & Senior Managers.
• Efficiently handle administrative tasks, maintaining impeccable organisation.
• Contribute to Sodexo Month End processes, including accruals, invoices, and credit notes.
• Handle UDC Payroll/Kronos duties, ensuring precise payroll processing and support for UK sites.
• Maintain PPM Contracts, including contract validation and invoice processing.
• Offer day-to-day business support, addressing administrative queries and requests.
• Streamline purchase order processes, ensuring efficient cash flow.
• Collaborate with Sodexo Accounts payable to address supplier invoice issues.
• Monitor costs on the profit and loss statement.
• Liaise with Account Managers & Commercial Finance Manager to enhance contract & team performance.
• Highlight any potential issues or risks affecting contract delivery.

What you bring:

• A creative and 'can do' attitude.
• Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and proactively under pressure, meeting deadlines.
• Strong aptitude for numerical work and analysis.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A team player with high self-motivation and project ownership.
• Ability to remain calm and assertive under pressure.
• Proficiency in Microsoft packages, especially Excel.

Desirable

• Proven successful experience in a Finance Department.
• SAP experience.
• Previous experience in the facilities management sector

What we offer:
Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we offer:

• Flexible and dynamic work environment
• Competitive compensation
• Access to ongoing training and development programs
• Countless opportunities to grow within the company