Analyst, Finance

The below information outlines the role title, location and details of our vacancy. Please review and select "apply" to formalise your interest. You may also pass the details of this role onto another person by using the "Nominate Someone" button. Vacancy Name Analyst, Finance Vacancy No VN130 Description New Forests seeks a qualified candidate for the position of Analyst, Finance. The ideal candidate will be a self-motivated individual who will join the team for a six-month contract. About New Forests New Forests is a global investment manager of nature-based real assets and natural capital strategies. We manage a diversified portfolio of sustainable timber plantations and conservation areas, carbon and conservation finance projects, agriculture, timber processing and infrastructure. We aim to generate shared prosperity for our clients and the communities in which we operate and accelerate the transition to a sustainable future. Key Responsibilities In this role, you will be responsible for: 1. Assisting with banking platform set up and transition in all required regions 2. Helping with administrative set up and steps to get new credit cards issued to all eligible employees 3. Assisting the Senior Finance Manager and the finance team to bring efficiencies in the global AP/AR and expense coding processes 4. Assisting with financial analysis and special projects when required 5. Contributing to ensuring that underlying ledgers are correct and that high quality month-end reconciliations are prepared with no long outstanding reconciling items including month-by-month analysis to identify unusual items 6. Maintaining Fixed Asset Registers ensuring that additions/disposals are correct, are included in the correct category and that depreciation is calculated accurately 7. Responsibility for accounts payable to ensure payments are made on time and are coded correctly in the general ledger 8. Contributing to evaluate, improve and streamline accounting and reporting processes Qualifications, Experience and Strengths We are seeking candidates with the following qualifications, experience, and strengths: 1. High levels of initiative, curiosity, and the ability to problem-solve. 2. Experience with AR and AP processes 3. Experience with banking and credit card system implementation 4. Experience using systems and tools to problem-solve and automate tasks (desirable but not required.) 5. Relevant undergraduate qualifications. 6. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. 7. Excellent Microsoft Office skills including Excel. 8. Strong time management and organisational skills. 9. Good analytical skills and keen attention to detail. 10. Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver projects on time. 11. Ability to build strong relationships and work within a team environment. 12. Ability to think outside the box, contribute to debate, and communicate ideas and suggestions effectively. How to Apply We pride ourselves on having a supportive New Forests culture that is inclusive to all and we would love to learn how you can bring your unique skills and experience to our business. If you have experience in any of these areas, we encourage you to apply for our roles, even if you only meet some of the criteria. To apply, please provide your resume in PDF format. Phone calls will not be accepted however you may contact us through email: careers@newforests.com. New Forests is a Certified B Corp and an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity and inclusion. We offer flexible working arrangements to all employees to support their work/life balance. #J-18808-Ljbffr