Finance Analyst, Finance - London
London, London
CoStar Realty Information, Inc.
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Finance Analyst, Finance - London
Job Description
**COSTAR GROUP - FINANCE ANALYST, FINANCE - LONDON**
**OVERVIEW**
CoStar Group (NASDAQ: CSGP) is a leading global provider of commercial and residential real estate information, analytics, and online marketplaces. Included in the S&P 500 Index and the NASDAQ 100, CoStar Group is on a mission to digitize the world's real estate, empowering all people to discover properties, insights and connections that improve their businesses and lives.
We have been living and breathing the world of real estate information and online marketplaces for over 35 years, giving us the perspective to create truly unique and valuable offerings to our customers. We've continually refined, transformed and perfected our approach to our business, creating a language that has become standard in our industry, for our customers, and even our competitors. We continue that effort today and are always working to improve and drive innovation. This is how we deliver for our customers, our employees, and investors. By equipping the brightest minds with the best resources available, we provide an invaluable edge in real estate.
CoStar is the global leader in commercial real estate information, analytics and news. Commercial Real Estate industry professionals around the globe use CoStar to access the most comprehensive data to make decisions with confidence. CoStar delivers immediate, verified commercial real estate information on over 5.9 million properties across every market.
Learn more about CoStar ( .
**DESCRIPTION**
At CoStar Group, our finance group centralises transaction processes, providing accurate reporting, financial resolutions, and proper forecasting analysis. Joining the team offers access to financial specialisations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash and asset management, client contracts and billing, and revenue recognition.
The Finance Analyst will be primarily responsible for assisting in the monthly close process, including preparation of monthly journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analyses related to the monthly results.
This position will also play a key role in supporting financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis of CoStar's international entities.
Other responsibilities for this position include assisting in implementation of changes and enhancements to the Company's Enterprise Resource Planning system.
This position may also get exposure to technical accounting issues, including business combinations and integrations, and have interactions with our external auditors.
**RESPONSIBILITIES**
+ Preparation of monthly journal entries and account reconciliations.
+ Ensure accuracy and timeliness of monthly financial data and reporting.
+ Delivering timely and accurate financial information with commentary that demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of revenue performance, cost drivers and variance analysis.
+ Develop and manage financial models to support budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning.
+ Drive key improvements to systems, processes and reporting to help aid key business objectives (e.g. acquisition integrations)
+ Ensure compliance with Corporation tax, VAT and other indirect tax requirements
+ Liaise with Group Treasury and ensure cash control processes are in place and followed
+ Work with external auditors and facilitate review of the close process, account reconciliations and variance analyses.
**QUALIFICATIONS**
+ ACA, ACCA or CIMA part qualified
+ Experience of working to a monthly close cadence
+ Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and provide actionable insights
+ Strong project management, time management and communication skills
+ Demonstrate a continuous improvement approach to work by identifying areas for process improvements and implementing robust solutions
+ Ideally proficient in one or more European languages, specifically Spanish, German or French
**WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?**
Working at CoStar Group means you'll enjoy a culture of collaboration and innovation that attracts the best and brightest across a broad range of disciplines. As well as having an outstanding working environment based in iconic buildings the Shard and Blue Fin or one of our key UK-wide hubs. Other perks include full private medical cover, dental cover, Life Assurance and member rewards, 28 days annual leave, a competitive pension, season ticket loans, enhanced maternity and paternity pay and much more!
At CoStar, we recognise the positive value of diversity and promote equality. We aim at all times to recruit the person who is most suited to the job and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds - men and women, people of all ages, sexual orientations, nationalities, religions and beliefs. However, we particularly encourage applications from women, disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates, as these groups are underrepresented throughout the commercial real estate industry.
#LI-SC3
CoStar Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer; we maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing
CoStar Group (NASDAQ: CSGP) is a leading global provider of commercial and residential real estate information, analytics, and online marketplaces. Included in the S&P 500 Index and the NASDAQ 100, CoStar Group is on a mission to digitize the world's real estate, empowering all people to discover properties, insights and connections that improve their businesses and lives.
We have been living and breathing the world of real estate information and online marketplaces for over 37 years, giving us the perspective to create truly unique and valuable products and services. We've continually refined, transformed and perfected our approach to our business, creating a language that has become standard in our industry and for our customers. This is how we deliver for our customers, our employees, and investors. By equipping the brightest minds with the best resources available, we provide an invaluable edge in real estate.
CoStar is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. CoStar is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 1- or by sending an email to .
Job Description
**COSTAR GROUP - FINANCE ANALYST, FINANCE - LONDON**
**OVERVIEW**
CoStar Group (NASDAQ: CSGP) is a leading global provider of commercial and residential real estate information, analytics, and online marketplaces. Included in the S&P 500 Index and the NASDAQ 100, CoStar Group is on a mission to digitize the world's real estate, empowering all people to discover properties, insights and connections that improve their businesses and lives.
We have been living and breathing the world of real estate information and online marketplaces for over 35 years, giving us the perspective to create truly unique and valuable offerings to our customers. We've continually refined, transformed and perfected our approach to our business, creating a language that has become standard in our industry, for our customers, and even our competitors. We continue that effort today and are always working to improve and drive innovation. This is how we deliver for our customers, our employees, and investors. By equipping the brightest minds with the best resources available, we provide an invaluable edge in real estate.
CoStar is the global leader in commercial real estate information, analytics and news. Commercial Real Estate industry professionals around the globe use CoStar to access the most comprehensive data to make decisions with confidence. CoStar delivers immediate, verified commercial real estate information on over 5.9 million properties across every market.
Learn more about CoStar ( .
**DESCRIPTION**
At CoStar Group, our finance group centralises transaction processes, providing accurate reporting, financial resolutions, and proper forecasting analysis. Joining the team offers access to financial specialisations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash and asset management, client contracts and billing, and revenue recognition.
The Finance Analyst will be primarily responsible for assisting in the monthly close process, including preparation of monthly journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analyses related to the monthly results.
This position will also play a key role in supporting financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis of CoStar's international entities.
Other responsibilities for this position include assisting in implementation of changes and enhancements to the Company's Enterprise Resource Planning system.
This position may also get exposure to technical accounting issues, including business combinations and integrations, and have interactions with our external auditors.
**RESPONSIBILITIES**
+ Preparation of monthly journal entries and account reconciliations.
+ Ensure accuracy and timeliness of monthly financial data and reporting.
+ Delivering timely and accurate financial information with commentary that demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of revenue performance, cost drivers and variance analysis.
+ Develop and manage financial models to support budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning.
+ Drive key improvements to systems, processes and reporting to help aid key business objectives (e.g. acquisition integrations)
+ Ensure compliance with Corporation tax, VAT and other indirect tax requirements
+ Liaise with Group Treasury and ensure cash control processes are in place and followed
+ Work with external auditors and facilitate review of the close process, account reconciliations and variance analyses.
**QUALIFICATIONS**
+ ACA, ACCA or CIMA part qualified
+ Experience of working to a monthly close cadence
+ Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and provide actionable insights
+ Strong project management, time management and communication skills
+ Demonstrate a continuous improvement approach to work by identifying areas for process improvements and implementing robust solutions
+ Ideally proficient in one or more European languages, specifically Spanish, German or French
**WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?**
Working at CoStar Group means you'll enjoy a culture of collaboration and innovation that attracts the best and brightest across a broad range of disciplines. As well as having an outstanding working environment based in iconic buildings the Shard and Blue Fin or one of our key UK-wide hubs. Other perks include full private medical cover, dental cover, Life Assurance and member rewards, 28 days annual leave, a competitive pension, season ticket loans, enhanced maternity and paternity pay and much more!
At CoStar, we recognise the positive value of diversity and promote equality. We aim at all times to recruit the person who is most suited to the job and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds - men and women, people of all ages, sexual orientations, nationalities, religions and beliefs. However, we particularly encourage applications from women, disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates, as these groups are underrepresented throughout the commercial real estate industry.
#LI-SC3
CoStar Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer; we maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing
CoStar Group (NASDAQ: CSGP) is a leading global provider of commercial and residential real estate information, analytics, and online marketplaces. Included in the S&P 500 Index and the NASDAQ 100, CoStar Group is on a mission to digitize the world's real estate, empowering all people to discover properties, insights and connections that improve their businesses and lives.
We have been living and breathing the world of real estate information and online marketplaces for over 37 years, giving us the perspective to create truly unique and valuable products and services. We've continually refined, transformed and perfected our approach to our business, creating a language that has become standard in our industry and for our customers. This is how we deliver for our customers, our employees, and investors. By equipping the brightest minds with the best resources available, we provide an invaluable edge in real estate.
CoStar is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. CoStar is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 1- or by sending an email to .
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Finance Manager, Advertising Finance
London, London
Amazon
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Description
Amazon Advertising operates at the intersection of advertising and eCommerce and offers a rich array of innovative advertising solutions across Amazon's mobile and desktop websites, proprietary devices and DSP solutions.
We are breaking fresh ground and pioneering a crucial platform for future Amazon growth. We are entrepreneurial and have a bias for action with a broad mandate to experiment and innovate.
The Advertising Sales organization is comprised of business leaders, sellers, and creative and operational teams. The successful candidate will help drive revenue-generating projects, conduct opportunity assessments, and shape overall sales strategy.
The successful candidate will be an experienced and highly motivated individual who will partner with the Head of Advertising Sales, UK as well as other senior leaders across the organization.
The role requires an individual with exceptional analytical abilities, outstanding communication skills and business acumen, and an ability to partner with others to build solutions. The successful candidate will be a self-starter, comfortable with ambiguity, have strong attention to detail, and an ability to work in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.
Key job responsibilities
The Finance Manager's overall responsibility is the controllership, analysis, planning, forecasting, and reporting for the UK Advertising businesses.
Key job responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Support Advertising Sales teams and the wider business, proactively developing forward-looking projects to scale the business
- Act as trusted partner to the Advertising Sales teams in making optimal business decisions and highlighting critical blockers, risks, and opportunities that impact ability to meet quarterly/annual goals.
- Drive performance improvements across the Advertising Sales organization and build the foundation for it to scale. This will include evaluating revenue optimization opportunities, strategic programs to enhance productivity, process redesign, and financial reporting & analysis.
- Assist with co-authoring highly visible and strategic business reporting to senior management.
- Use data systems such as Salesforce, SQL, and Tableau to identify insights and surface to management.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, statistics or business, or a Bachelor's degree and experience in quantitative role (engineering, process re-engineering, quality assurance)
- Experience in tax, finance or a related analytical field
- Experience in multiple finance and accounting roles
- Experience in accounts receivable or account payable
- Experience applying key financial performance indicators (KPIs) to analyses
- Experience in building financial and operational reports/data sets that inform business decision-making
- Experience in creating process improvements with automation and analysis
- Experience participating in continuous improvement projects in your team to scale and improve controllership with measurable results
Preferred Qualifications
- MBA, or CPA
- Knowledge of SQL/ETL
- Experience in identifying incomplete or inaccurate data, identifying the root cause and creating/implementing an escalation plan
- Experience in solving complex business challenges by delivering accurate and timely financial models, analysis, and recommendations that have a proven impact on business (e.g., financial savings, operational improvements, or customer benefits)
- Experience working with large-scale data mining and reporting tools (examples: SQL, MS Access, Essbase, Cognos) and other financial systems (examples: Oracle, SAP, Lawson, JD Edwards)
- Experience delivering forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis, and data interpretation of results
Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice ( ) to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Amazon Advertising operates at the intersection of advertising and eCommerce and offers a rich array of innovative advertising solutions across Amazon's mobile and desktop websites, proprietary devices and DSP solutions.
We are breaking fresh ground and pioneering a crucial platform for future Amazon growth. We are entrepreneurial and have a bias for action with a broad mandate to experiment and innovate.
The Advertising Sales organization is comprised of business leaders, sellers, and creative and operational teams. The successful candidate will help drive revenue-generating projects, conduct opportunity assessments, and shape overall sales strategy.
The successful candidate will be an experienced and highly motivated individual who will partner with the Head of Advertising Sales, UK as well as other senior leaders across the organization.
The role requires an individual with exceptional analytical abilities, outstanding communication skills and business acumen, and an ability to partner with others to build solutions. The successful candidate will be a self-starter, comfortable with ambiguity, have strong attention to detail, and an ability to work in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.
Key job responsibilities
The Finance Manager's overall responsibility is the controllership, analysis, planning, forecasting, and reporting for the UK Advertising businesses.
Key job responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Support Advertising Sales teams and the wider business, proactively developing forward-looking projects to scale the business
- Act as trusted partner to the Advertising Sales teams in making optimal business decisions and highlighting critical blockers, risks, and opportunities that impact ability to meet quarterly/annual goals.
- Drive performance improvements across the Advertising Sales organization and build the foundation for it to scale. This will include evaluating revenue optimization opportunities, strategic programs to enhance productivity, process redesign, and financial reporting & analysis.
- Assist with co-authoring highly visible and strategic business reporting to senior management.
- Use data systems such as Salesforce, SQL, and Tableau to identify insights and surface to management.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, statistics or business, or a Bachelor's degree and experience in quantitative role (engineering, process re-engineering, quality assurance)
- Experience in tax, finance or a related analytical field
- Experience in multiple finance and accounting roles
- Experience in accounts receivable or account payable
- Experience applying key financial performance indicators (KPIs) to analyses
- Experience in building financial and operational reports/data sets that inform business decision-making
- Experience in creating process improvements with automation and analysis
- Experience participating in continuous improvement projects in your team to scale and improve controllership with measurable results
Preferred Qualifications
- MBA, or CPA
- Knowledge of SQL/ETL
- Experience in identifying incomplete or inaccurate data, identifying the root cause and creating/implementing an escalation plan
- Experience in solving complex business challenges by delivering accurate and timely financial models, analysis, and recommendations that have a proven impact on business (e.g., financial savings, operational improvements, or customer benefits)
- Experience working with large-scale data mining and reporting tools (examples: SQL, MS Access, Essbase, Cognos) and other financial systems (examples: Oracle, SAP, Lawson, JD Edwards)
- Experience delivering forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis, and data interpretation of results
Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice ( ) to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
This advertiser has chosen not to accept applicants from your region.
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Senior Finance Analyst - Finance, London
London, London
CoStar Realty Information, Inc.
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Senior Finance Analyst - Finance, London
Job Description
**COSTAR GROUP - SENIOR FINANCE ANALYST, FINANCE - LONDON**
**OVERVIEW**
CoStar Group (NASDAQ: CSGP) is a leading global provider of commercial and residential real estate information, analytics, and online marketplaces. Included in the S&P 500 Index and the NASDAQ 100, CoStar Group is on a mission to digitize the world's real estate, empowering all people to discover properties, insights and connections that improve their businesses and lives.
We have been living and breathing the world of real estate information and online marketplaces for over 35 years, giving us the perspective to create truly unique and valuable offerings to our customers. We've continually refined, transformed and perfected our approach to our business, creating a language that has become standard in our industry, for our customers, and even our competitors. We continue that effort today and are always working to improve and drive innovation. This is how we deliver for our customers, our employees, and investors. By equipping the brightest minds with the best resources available, we provide an invaluable edge in real estate.
CoStar is the global leader in commercial real estate information, analytics and news. Commercial Real Estate industry professionals around the globe use CoStar to access the most comprehensive data to make decisions with confidence. CoStar delivers immediate, verified commercial real estate information on over 5.9 million properties across every market.
Learn more about CoStar ( .
**DESCRIPTION**
At CoStar Group, our finance group centralises transaction processes, providing accurate reporting, financial resolutions, and proper forecasting analysis. Joining the team offers access to financial specialisations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash and asset management, client contracts and billing, and revenue recognition. The Senior Finance Analyst will be primarily responsible for assisting in the monthly close process, including preparation of monthly journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analyses related to the monthly results.
This position will also play a key role in supporting financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis of CoStar's international entities. Other responsibilities for this position include assisting in implementation of changes and enhancements to the Company's Enterprise Resource Planning system. This position may also get exposure to technical accounting issues, including business combinations and integrations, and have interactions with our external auditors.
**RESPONSIBILITIES**
+ Responsible for managing the P&L and BS of specific CoStar international products/ services. This includes:
+ Ensuring accuracy and timeliness of monthly financial data through processing monthly journal entries.
+ Delivery of month end results, including consistent and insightful reporting to business unit leaders and contribution to the monthly management accounts commentary.
+ Challenging stakeholders to drive accountability, as well as providing them with the tools necessary to track progress against their financial targets and most importantly, allow them to keep within agreed budgets.
+ Demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of revenue performance & cost drivers.
+ Developing and managing financial models to support budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning.
+ Partner with Group Finance to aid key business objectives (e.g. acquisition integrations). Specifically, to support on controls management, including implementation of controls, improvements to international systems, processes and reporting.
+ Collaborate and be the lead partner with group treasury, tax and payroll to ensure compliance with corporation tax, VAT and payroll tax requirements of specific international countries.
+ Be the lead conduit with external auditors and facilitate review of the close process, account reconciliations and variance analyses.
**QUALIFICATIONS**
+ ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified
+ Experience in managing and developing reporting, comfortable with large volumes of data.
+ Strong system skills including Oracle and MS Office, particularly Excel (Pivot tables, vlookups, Power Query, etc).
+ Demonstrate a continuous improvement approach to work, including but not limited to, identifying areas for process improvements and implementing robust solutions.
+ Experience of working to a monthly close cadence
+ Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and provide actionable insights
+ Strong project management, time management and communication skills
+ Ideally proficient in one or more European languages, specifically Spanish, German or French
**WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?**
Working at CoStar Group means you'll enjoy a culture of collaboration and innovation that attracts the best and brightest across a broad range of disciplines. As well as having an outstanding working environment based in iconic buildings the Shard and Blue Fin or one of our key UK-wide hubs. Other perks include full private medical cover, dental cover, Life Assurance and member rewards, 28 days annual leave, a competitive pension, season ticket loans, enhanced maternity and paternity pay and much more!
At CoStar, we recognise the positive value of diversity and promote equality. We aim at all times to recruit the person who is most suited to the job and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds - men and women, people of all ages, sexual orientations, nationalities, religions and beliefs. However, we particularly encourage applications from women, disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates, as these groups are underrepresented throughout the commercial real estate industry.
#LI-SC3
CoStar Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer; we maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing
CoStar Group (NASDAQ: CSGP) is a leading global provider of commercial and residential real estate information, analytics, and online marketplaces. Included in the S&P 500 Index and the NASDAQ 100, CoStar Group is on a mission to digitize the world's real estate, empowering all people to discover properties, insights and connections that improve their businesses and lives.
We have been living and breathing the world of real estate information and online marketplaces for over 37 years, giving us the perspective to create truly unique and valuable products and services. We've continually refined, transformed and perfected our approach to our business, creating a language that has become standard in our industry and for our customers. This is how we deliver for our customers, our employees, and investors. By equipping the brightest minds with the best resources available, we provide an invaluable edge in real estate.
CoStar is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. CoStar is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 1- or by sending an email to .
Job Description
**COSTAR GROUP - SENIOR FINANCE ANALYST, FINANCE - LONDON**
**OVERVIEW**
CoStar Group (NASDAQ: CSGP) is a leading global provider of commercial and residential real estate information, analytics, and online marketplaces. Included in the S&P 500 Index and the NASDAQ 100, CoStar Group is on a mission to digitize the world's real estate, empowering all people to discover properties, insights and connections that improve their businesses and lives.
We have been living and breathing the world of real estate information and online marketplaces for over 35 years, giving us the perspective to create truly unique and valuable offerings to our customers. We've continually refined, transformed and perfected our approach to our business, creating a language that has become standard in our industry, for our customers, and even our competitors. We continue that effort today and are always working to improve and drive innovation. This is how we deliver for our customers, our employees, and investors. By equipping the brightest minds with the best resources available, we provide an invaluable edge in real estate.
CoStar is the global leader in commercial real estate information, analytics and news. Commercial Real Estate industry professionals around the globe use CoStar to access the most comprehensive data to make decisions with confidence. CoStar delivers immediate, verified commercial real estate information on over 5.9 million properties across every market.
Learn more about CoStar ( .
**DESCRIPTION**
At CoStar Group, our finance group centralises transaction processes, providing accurate reporting, financial resolutions, and proper forecasting analysis. Joining the team offers access to financial specialisations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash and asset management, client contracts and billing, and revenue recognition. The Senior Finance Analyst will be primarily responsible for assisting in the monthly close process, including preparation of monthly journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analyses related to the monthly results.
This position will also play a key role in supporting financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis of CoStar's international entities. Other responsibilities for this position include assisting in implementation of changes and enhancements to the Company's Enterprise Resource Planning system. This position may also get exposure to technical accounting issues, including business combinations and integrations, and have interactions with our external auditors.
**RESPONSIBILITIES**
+ Responsible for managing the P&L and BS of specific CoStar international products/ services. This includes:
+ Ensuring accuracy and timeliness of monthly financial data through processing monthly journal entries.
+ Delivery of month end results, including consistent and insightful reporting to business unit leaders and contribution to the monthly management accounts commentary.
+ Challenging stakeholders to drive accountability, as well as providing them with the tools necessary to track progress against their financial targets and most importantly, allow them to keep within agreed budgets.
+ Demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of revenue performance & cost drivers.
+ Developing and managing financial models to support budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning.
+ Partner with Group Finance to aid key business objectives (e.g. acquisition integrations). Specifically, to support on controls management, including implementation of controls, improvements to international systems, processes and reporting.
+ Collaborate and be the lead partner with group treasury, tax and payroll to ensure compliance with corporation tax, VAT and payroll tax requirements of specific international countries.
+ Be the lead conduit with external auditors and facilitate review of the close process, account reconciliations and variance analyses.
**QUALIFICATIONS**
+ ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified
+ Experience in managing and developing reporting, comfortable with large volumes of data.
+ Strong system skills including Oracle and MS Office, particularly Excel (Pivot tables, vlookups, Power Query, etc).
+ Demonstrate a continuous improvement approach to work, including but not limited to, identifying areas for process improvements and implementing robust solutions.
+ Experience of working to a monthly close cadence
+ Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and provide actionable insights
+ Strong project management, time management and communication skills
+ Ideally proficient in one or more European languages, specifically Spanish, German or French
**WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?**
Working at CoStar Group means you'll enjoy a culture of collaboration and innovation that attracts the best and brightest across a broad range of disciplines. As well as having an outstanding working environment based in iconic buildings the Shard and Blue Fin or one of our key UK-wide hubs. Other perks include full private medical cover, dental cover, Life Assurance and member rewards, 28 days annual leave, a competitive pension, season ticket loans, enhanced maternity and paternity pay and much more!
At CoStar, we recognise the positive value of diversity and promote equality. We aim at all times to recruit the person who is most suited to the job and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds - men and women, people of all ages, sexual orientations, nationalities, religions and beliefs. However, we particularly encourage applications from women, disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates, as these groups are underrepresented throughout the commercial real estate industry.
#LI-SC3
CoStar Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer; we maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing
CoStar Group (NASDAQ: CSGP) is a leading global provider of commercial and residential real estate information, analytics, and online marketplaces. Included in the S&P 500 Index and the NASDAQ 100, CoStar Group is on a mission to digitize the world's real estate, empowering all people to discover properties, insights and connections that improve their businesses and lives.
We have been living and breathing the world of real estate information and online marketplaces for over 37 years, giving us the perspective to create truly unique and valuable products and services. We've continually refined, transformed and perfected our approach to our business, creating a language that has become standard in our industry and for our customers. This is how we deliver for our customers, our employees, and investors. By equipping the brightest minds with the best resources available, we provide an invaluable edge in real estate.
CoStar is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. CoStar is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 1- or by sending an email to .
This advertiser has chosen not to accept applicants from your region.
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Finance Analyst
Surrey, South East
£40000 - £50000 Annually
Faith Recruitment
Posted today
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Benefits Include:
- Competitive basic salary (DOE)
- 25 days annual leave
- Performance-based bonus (post-probation)
- Pension: up to 4% employee / 8.5% employer
- Permanent Health Insurance
- Group Life Assurance
- Flexible benefits - Dental, travel, gym, holiday buy/sell
Role Overview:
We are looking for a detail-oriented Financial Analyst responsible for managing and analysing financial data across projects and business operations. The role includes financial reporting, project cost management, revenue recognition, billing, forecasting, and month-end close support.
Key Responsibilities:
- Register business opportunities and projects
- Manage and update Project Master Tracker, ensuring accuracy in sales, costs, and profit tracking
- Process direct costs including PO and inspection requests
- Verify and recharge client-related expenses
- Prepare and upload customer invoices
- Support project managers in managing AR overdue accounts
- Create rolling sales revenue and profit plans
- Ensure accurate revenue and cost recognition in systems
- Assist with month-end financial closings
- Generate financial reports including variance analysis vs forecasts/annual plans
- Support preparation of the following year's annual financial plan
Experience Required for This Role:
- Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, or a related field
- 3-5 years' experience in financial analysis or a similar role
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office tools
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Experience with ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle (preferred)
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
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Finance Officer
London, London
£34416 - £36552 Annually
Morgan Law
Posted 1 day ago
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My London Council is looking for a Finance Officer to join the team on a permanent basis. Working as part of the Finance team your role will be responsible for:
- The management of the schools advances monthly process and support for other education related payments to external organisations.
- The collation of monthly schools VAT returns and submission of the information to Corporate Accountancy team for inclusion in the Council's VAT claim within the deadlines.
- The collation of other schools related financial information for monthly, quarterly and year end returns.
- Logging and responding to queries raised in a timely manner and escalating issues where appropriate.
- Liaison with schools and other third-party organisations.
This is a permanent role and the successful candidate will need to demonstrate experience in Local Government finance as well as be an AAT studier of equivalent. You will also need excellent numeracy and IT skills as well as strong organisational and communication skills.
The role requires circa 1 day a week in the office and the salary band is 34,416 to 36,552.
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Finance Assistant
Hertfordshire, Eastern
£30000 Annually
Mission 4 Recruitment
Posted 1 day ago
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Finance Assistant
We currently have an excellent opportunity for an Accounts Administrator to join a small team within this genuinely lovely company in Welwyn Garden City.
As an Accounts Assistant, you must be able to multitask as you will be supporting three areas across this close-knit team.
Principle Responsibilities of Accounts Assistant
Accounts Assistant - Some experience is desirable and ideally in the following areas:
- Purchase Ledger; checking and processing purchase orders and expenses.
- Sales Ledger; processing invoices
- Credit Control; Liaising with different teams to recover monies owed.
- Experience using Sage 200 would be an advantage but full training will be given.
General administrative and Clerical Support
- Provide general administrative and clerical support as required.
- Recording of staff holidays/sickness.
- Booking flights, hotels, hire cars, pool cars & train tickets when necessary.
- Monitor and order stationery as required.
- Processing mileage declarations.
- Car fleet administrative support.
Reception cover
- Liaise with the Receptionist to ensure the switchboard is manned at all times during office hours.
- Answer telephone, screen and direct calls.
- Greeting and looking after visitors (including providing refreshments during meetings).
- Covering incoming and outgoing post and deliveries.
- Reception cover for lunchtimes, holidays & sickness.
Development Training Requirements
Continued development and training as required.
This is a lovely role within a corporate environment. They offer lots of perks and benefits including:
- Pension scheme
- Company savings schemes
- Relaxed dress code
- Day off for your birthday!
Despite our best efforts it is not always possible to respond to every application individually due to the high volume of responses we receive on each vacancy.
Only candidates who are short listed will be contacted for this particular role and if you have not heard from us within 7 days please assume that you have not be successful. However, we will keep your details on our database, and will contact you when other suitable positions come in.
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Finance Manager
Greater London, London
£40000 - £55000 Annually
Arlington Resource Management
Posted 1 day ago
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Finchley, North London - Part Time Bookkeeper / Finance Manager (3 days equivalent or 4-5 short days)
Our client is an award-winning £3.5m Consumer Products business in North London, supplying the major UK and EU retail sector and B2C, both directly and via Amazon. Due to growth, the company is looking to bring its finance function in-house and is seeking a Part Time Bookkeeper / Finance Manager (3 days or 4-5 short days) to work alongside the MD.
Working hybrid, this sole role - Part Time Bookkeeper / Finance Manager / Management Accountant role will include:
- Managing all financial records, AP, AR, bookkeeping and month-end li>Manage payments to suppliers and credit control for key customers
- Bank reconciliations, monitoring and managing cash flow
- Presentation of management accounts / reports using Xero
- Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts
- Work closely with third party logistics regarding stock control / ERP systems
- Liaison with external accountants regarding payroll and VAT
- Aspects of office administration and ensure compliance with regulations
At least 5 years' relevant accounting / bookkeeping experience using Xero, Sage or QuickBooks is essential.
This is an excellent flexible Part Time accounts opportunity in North London for an experienced Bookkeeper / Finance Manager / Management Accountant seeking a sole hands-on accounting role with a friendly, successful company.
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Finance Manager
Hertfordshire, Eastern
£65000 - £70000 Annually
Arlington Resource Management
Posted 1 day ago
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£10m+ family-run Ecommerce, Wholesale and Distribution business in Borehamwood, Hertfordshire. Seeks a Finance Manager/Financial Controller to oversee the day to day running of its finance team (Xero).
Reporting to the MD, this Finance Manager / Financial Controller role will include:
- Manage a team of 3 accounts ledger clerks li>Manage the month-end process (Xero)
- Balance sheet reconciliations, accruals and prepayments
- Prepare monthly management accounts
- Prepare VAT returns
- Stock reconciliations, liaising with the warehouse
- Revenue accounting, wholesale and ecommerce, EU and US.
- Ad hoc finance related tasks
Excellent local Finance Manager / Financial Controller opportunity in a successful business in Borehamwood, Hertfordshire.
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Finance Assistant
London, London
£30000 - £35000 Annually
Michael Page
Posted 2 days ago
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The Finance Assistant role offers an excellent opportunity to support the accounting and finance function within the business services industry. This permanent position involves handling financial transactions, maintaining records, and ensuring accuracy in day-to-day operations.
Client Details
This organisation operates within the business services industry, providing essential support to clients. As a medium-sized company, they offer a close-knit environment where employees can develop their skills and contribute meaningfully to the team.
Description
- Process and reconcile invoices, payments, and financial transactions accurately.
- Assist in the preparation of financial reports and monthly statements.
- Maintain organised and up-to-date financial records.
- Support the payroll process by ensuring timely and accurate data entry.
- Monitor accounts receivable and payable, ensuring timely follow-ups.
- Undertake Bank Reconciliations
- Work closely with the accounting team to ensure compliance with financial regulations.
- Respond to internal and external financial queries promptly and professionally.
- Contribute to process improvements within the finance department.
Profile
A successful Finance Assistant should have:
- Experience in accounting or finance-related roles within the business services industry.
- Prepared to be office based
- A strong understanding of financial principles and processes.
- Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Xero
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
- A proactive approach to problem-solving and improving processes.
Job Offer
- A competitive salary depending on experience.
- Participation in a company pension scheme.
- A permanent role with opportunities for professional growth in the business services industry.
- A supportive and collaborative team environment within a small-sized organisation.
- Potential for career progression in accounting and finance.
If you are detail-oriented and eager to develop your career as a Finance Assistant, we encourage you to apply today!
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Finance Assistant
Hertfordshire, Eastern
£30000 - £35000 Annually
Vitae Financial Recruitment
Posted 5 days ago
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Finance Assistant - Oracle NetSuite Essential
Location: Watford
Salary: Up to 35,000
Working Pattern: 4 days in the office, 1 day from home
We are working with a growing organisation in Watford to recruit a Finance Assistant to join a very small, close knit team. Reporting directly into the Financial Controller, this is a great opportunity to develop and take real ownership of the finance function. They are ideally looking for someone who can start as soon as possible.
Key responsibilities:
* Manage day to day bookkeeping, payables, receivables and weekly bank payments
* Prepare month end reports and management information
* Act as the first point of contact for finance queries in the office
* Ensure all financial transactions are accurately recorded and compliant
* Support colleagues across the business with finance related matters
Key requirements:
* Proven experience using Oracle NetSuite (non negotiable)
* AAT qualified or currently studying towards AAT
* Able to work independently and take responsibility
* Strong attention to detail and proactive approach
* Confident communicator with a willingness to grow and develop
If you meet the above and can join quickly, we would love to hear from you. Apply today.
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Location: Watford
Salary: Up to 35,000
Working Pattern: 4 days in the office, 1 day from home
We are working with a growing organisation in Watford to recruit a Finance Assistant to join a very small, close knit team. Reporting directly into the Financial Controller, this is a great opportunity to develop and take real ownership of the finance function. They are ideally looking for someone who can start as soon as possible.
Key responsibilities:
* Manage day to day bookkeeping, payables, receivables and weekly bank payments
* Prepare month end reports and management information
* Act as the first point of contact for finance queries in the office
* Ensure all financial transactions are accurately recorded and compliant
* Support colleagues across the business with finance related matters
Key requirements:
* Proven experience using Oracle NetSuite (non negotiable)
* AAT qualified or currently studying towards AAT
* Able to work independently and take responsibility
* Strong attention to detail and proactive approach
* Confident communicator with a willingness to grow and develop
If you meet the above and can join quickly, we would love to hear from you. Apply today.
Apply now to find out more!
AGY - Vitae Financial Recruitment
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