Transactions Finance Analyst 6 month contract - Cobalt Recruitment : Job Details

Transactions Finance Analyst (6 month contract)- Real Estate - £450-500pd- 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

• 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.