Transactions Finance Analyst (6 month contract)

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.