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Finance Placement Student (12 months)

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Accounting & Tax
    Banking & Finance
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You need a strong interest in Finance or Accounting, attention to detail, good communication skills, ability to meet deadlines, proficiency in MS Office/Gsuite, and be a penultimate-year student.
  • You will handle invoices, expert payments, supplier queries, staff expenses, credit card reconciliations, and assist with bank reconciliations and ad hoc projects as needed.

Requirements

  • A strong interest in a future career in Finance or Accounting
  • Attention to detail and the ability to work well under pressure
  • Ability to communicate with people at all levels in a professional and mature manner
  • Ability to prioritise tasks, meet deadlines and undertake various administrative duties
  • Proficiency in MS Office or Gsuite skills
  • Must be an undergraduate student in your penultimate year

Responsibilities

  • Submitting invoices and creating settlement runs for supplier payments on ERP system
  • Setting up expert payments in a timely manner on bank portals
  • Managing day-to-day supplier and expert queries on payments
  • Building and maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders
  • Collecting and processing staff expenses
  • Processing and reconciling corporate credit cards
  • Assisting with Bank Reconciliation reviews
  • Where relevant, carrying out ad hoc projects as required

FAQs

What is the duration of the Finance Placement Student position?

The Finance Placement Student position is for 12 months.

When does this placement start?

The placement starts in July 2025.

What will my main responsibilities be in this role?

Your main responsibilities will include submitting invoices, managing supplier queries, processing expenses, and assisting with bank reconciliations, among other tasks.

What skills are required for this placement?

You should have a strong interest in finance or accounting, attention to detail, good communication skills, prioritization abilities, and proficiency in MS Office or Gsuite.

Who is eligible to apply for this position?

Candidates must be undergraduate students in their penultimate year to be eligible to apply.

What compensation will I receive as a Finance Placement Student?

You will receive a salary of £25,000 per annum.

Are there any benefits included with this placement?

Yes, you will receive benefits including a 4% matched pension contribution, comprehensive private health and dental insurance, 25 vacation days, and options for remote work.

What is the work schedule for this placement?

The placement offers the option to work from home on Thursdays and Fridays, in a hybrid format.

What type of training will I receive during this placement?

You will receive constructive on-the-job training, as well as access to company-wide learning and development initiatives.

Where is the office located?

The office is located in the City of London and features state-of-the-art amenities.

The Global Leader in Knowledge On-Demand

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Industry
1001-5000
Employees
2008
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Founded in 2008, AlphaSights is the global leader in knowledge on-demand. We connect investors and business leaders with the knowledge they need to succeed. Working from nine cities globally, our 1500§ colleagues provide round-the-clock coverage to the world's top investment funds, consultancies, and Fortune 500s. Learn more about us at alphasights.com.

Culture & Values

  • Results-Orientation

    Are you energized by results and outcomes? We focus on results — look at every angle of a problem, come up with actionable solutions, and execute on ideas that maximize outcomes. Our success is driven by how much value we provide to our internal and external clients and other stakeholders. Wherever we can, we tie rewards to results and outcomes.

  • Drive

    Do you excel beyond what’s asked of you? For us, success begins at the extra mile: we embrace a whatever-it-takes mindset, push ourselves beyond our comfort zones, and challenge ourselves to continuously improve.

  • Adaptability

    Do you thrive in an ever-changing environment? Our work is full of changing circumstances so we pivot quickly and think on our feet. We embrace ambiguity and change with confidence and positivity.

  • Humility

    Do you view yourself as a constant ‘work-in-progress’? We believe that yesterday’s home runs don’t win today’s games. We approach every day not with a sense of entitlement, but with a growth mindset. We believe that a better version of ourselves and AlphaSights is always on the horizon.

  • Empathy

    Can you see the world through other’s eyes? We believe that the path to our own success starts from the success of others — our clients, our colleagues, and our industry professionals. We actively seek to understand others’ experiences and perspectives, and to build and maintain lasting, trust-based relationships with those whom we encounter.

Benefits

  • Paid time off & flexibility

    • 25 days annual holiday• Optional WFH on Friday plus an additional four WFH days per quarter• Business closure during Christmas week

  • Learning & development

    • AlphaCurriculum enrollment• Industry-leading management training• External coaching at leadership level

  • Financial benefits

    • Uncapped monthly performance pay bonus • Employer pension matching• Subsidised lunch catering• Referral bonus for a successful full-time hire

  • Health insurance

    • Comprehensive AlphaSights-sponsored private medical scheme• Comprehensive AlphaSights-sponsored dental cover• Eyecare vouchers

  • Wellness & connectivity

    • Corporate gym rates• In-office exercise classes and AlphaSights sponsored sports teams• Meditation apps• Employee Assistance Program• Mental health first aiders onsite• Breakfast, fresh fruit, snacks, coffee, tea, ando ther drinks• In-office socials and annual Christmas party