SAV Group
Finance Assistant
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Job Details
Job Title - Finance Assistant
Experience Level - Professionals with a few years of relevant experience
Start Date - September 2026
Location - London
Contract Type - Full-time, on-site
About SAV Group
SAV Group is a specialist property investor and developer, focusing on repositioning and redeveloping assets across the UK. We aim to create a positive economic impact and long-term value for our investors, the companies we invest in, and the communities in which we operate.
At SAV Group, we’re building a team of curious minds who are motivated by impact, thrive in analytical environments, and aren’t afraid to ask bold questions. If you enjoy solving complex problems, exploring investment opportunities, and engaging with ideas that push boundaries, you’ll fit right in.
About the Role
We are seeking a proactive and analytical Finance Assistant to support and enhance the financial performance and management of multiple operational assets of SAV Group. They include premium student accommodation platform FiftyOne London, Gracechurch Shopping Centre, Bertrand’s Town House hotel, and others.
The role combines financial operations, reporting, and analysis, working closely with the finance team and asset managers to support budgeting, forecasting, and investment decision-making.
We’re looking for passionate and intellectually curious candidates who are eager to learn and grow. There will also be occasional opportunities to travel to our assets in London and outside.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Operations
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- Manage day-to-day finance operations, ensuring accurate ledgers, postings, and bank reconciliations
- Post supplier bills to the correct nominal codes and departments; perform monthly reconciliations of the purchase ledger to ensure data accuracy
- Own the month-end close process, including P&L and balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring timely and accurate reporting
- Ensure full compliance with UK tax requirements (e.g., VAT returns) and other regulatory obligations
Cash Flow Management
- Support property management activities, including rent collection, supplier invoice processing, and payment runs, ensuring accuracy and adherence to terms
- Maintain rolling cash-flow forecasts to ensure sufficient liquidity for assets operations and commitments
- Lead credit control: monitor aged debtors, engage with tenants, and coordinate escalations with legal where necessary
Cost Management & Efficiency
- Monitor CAPEX and OPEX against budgets; analyse variances and recommend corrective actions
- Drive initiatives to optimise costs and improve assets profitability without compromising operational quality
Reporting
- Assist in the annual budgeting process with the asset manager and Group finance team; support reforecasts and variance analysis
- Produce clear, insight-led financial reporting (income statements, balance sheets, and cash-flow forecasts) for management and investors
- Support compliance reporting and processes related to fundraising and refinancing
Qualifications & Experience
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related discipline is desirable
- A recognised accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, ACA) or progress towards one is preferred
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Experience
- Experience in a finance role—ideally within private equity, commercial real estate, or property management—is advantageous
Knowledge & Skills
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills with a rigorous attention to detail
- Advanced proficiency in Excel or the ability to quickly become proficient
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting standards in the UK
- Experience with accounting software (e.g., Xero) and asset management software (e.g., Re-leased) is advantageous
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail, ensuring financial records and reports are error-free
- Robust understanding of financial fundamentals, with the capability to interpret and analyse complex financial data
- Sincere commitment to personal and professional development
- Strong work ethic
- Team player comfortable working in a dynamic, hands-on environment
Job Benefits
- Competitive salary of £35,000-£45,000 per annum, dependent on experience and qualification
- Competitive benefits package
- Support for continuous professional development
Application Process
If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your CV via email to recruitment@savgroup.co.uk with a copy to Anton Nikolaenko at anton@savgroup.co.uk. Please use the following subject line in your email: SAV Group Finance Assistant – [First Name] [Last Name]
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