Finance & Business Ops Support | Maternity Cover | Contract
Job Reference: 159905
Industry: Banking and Finance
Consultant Registration Number: R1434374
EA License Number: 02C3423
Key Responsibilities
Financial Operations & Month-End Closing
- Support month-end closing activities by compiling, validating, and maintaining financial data to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
- Assist in preparing financial reports, reconciliations, and management reports, including A&M reports.
- Ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial information used for month-end closing processes.
- Coordinate quarterly SOX user access reviews and support compliance-related activities.
- Assist with the retrieval and preparation of supporting documentation for internal audits, external audits, tax submissions, and other regulatory requirements.
Contract Administration & Business Operations
- Coordinate the end-to-end contract approval and signature process with internal stakeholders, including Finance, Legal, Sales, and Account Management teams.
- Track contract progress and follow up to ensure timely review, approval, and execution in accordance with company policies and service timelines.
- Liaise with cross-functional teams to facilitate effective communication and ensure deliverables and deadlines are met.
- Maintain accurate and well-organized contract records and documentation.
- Support operational coordination activities to improve process efficiency and ensure smooth business operations.
Administrative & Office Operations
- Provide day-to-day administrative support, including mail distribution, courier arrangements, meeting room bookings, and scheduling.
- Coordinate internal events and activities, including finance team engagement initiatives, fire drills, and workplace safety exercises.
- Raise Purchase Orders (POs) and support procurement-related administrative activities when required.
- Assist with office administration and other ad hoc tasks to support the wider business operations team.
Requirements
- Diploma or Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline.
- 1–3 years of experience in business administration, finance operations, contract administration, or a similar support role.
- Basic understanding of financial processes, including month-end closing and financial reporting.
- Experience coordinating contracts, documentation, or cross-functional administrative processes.
- Familiarity with SOX compliance activities, audit support, or document management will be beneficial.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, with experience using reporting tools or ERP systems .
- Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
- Excellent attention to detail with a high level of accuracy in data handling and documentation.
- Solid communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across Finance, Legal, Sales, and other business functions.
- Proactive, adaptable, and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
