Company: COBALT RECRUITMENT
Job Type: Permanent, FullTime
Salary: £450 - £500 per day
Transactions Finance Analyst (6 month contract)- Real Estate - £#removed#pd- Hybrid (London)
About the RoleWe 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
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Manage onboarding and offboarding of deals, ensuring accurate process and control documentation.
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Provide regular updates on transaction progress and meet tight deadlines.
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Review completion accounts, prepare working papers, and support external advisors as needed.
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Handle pre-acquisition, SPA, and PPA journal adjustments with clear audit trails.
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Organize and chair weekly calls to track acquisition progress and action items.
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Map sellers' Chart of Accounts to internal COA and prepare uploads of opening balances.
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Ensure all acquisition documents are obtained for reporting and audit.
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Support ESG data collection for new acquisitions.
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Contribute to financial due diligence for disposals.
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Assist other finance teams during quieter transaction periods.
What You'll Bring
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Full chartered accountant qualification with 3+ year's post-qualified experience (audit or industry).
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Strong project management and technical accounting skills.
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Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
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Confident communication skills, with the ability to lead calls and drive outcomes.
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Proactive mindset, initiative, and collaborative team energy.
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Flexibility to adapt and support wider finance functions.
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Experience with Yardi Voyager is an advantage.