Finance Assistant - Temporary (3 months)

About This Role

Job Title: Finance Assistant

Location: London, UK or Dubai, UAE

Department: Finance

Type: Temporary Contract - 3 months

About Us:

Founded in 2018, Skyports is at the forefront of the Advanced Air Mobility revolution, developing and operating cutting-edge infrastructure for electric air taxis and leveraging drone technology to transform business operations across industries.

Our business is split into two key areas:

• Skyports Drone Services uses drones to streamline logistics, capture data, and enhance operational efficiency, with a focus on rural deliveries, surveying, surveillance, and maritime services.
• Skyports Infrastructure plays a vital role in the Urban Air Mobility ecosystem, designing, building, owning, and operating vertiports that enable eVTOL operators to take off and land in cities around the world.

With our presence in this dynamic, high-growth industry, there has never been a more exciting time to be part of our mission to reshape the future of air mobility.

The Role:

We are seeking a detail-oriented Finance Assistant to support core finance operations, including revenue processing, ledger maintenance, reconciliations, and audit support. This role plays a key part in ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with accounting standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Revenue/Accounts Receivable

• Raising sales invoices
• Compiling grant claim packs and support
• Preparing the month-end aged debtors reporting

Ledger Maintenance and Reconciliations

• Weekly bank recs
• Preparing the month-end balance sheet reconciliation files
• Posting prepayment, accruals, fixed asset and payroll journals at the month-end
• Preparing the month-end reporting analysis
• Raising intercompany invoices and preparing intercompany reconciliations

Audit

• Support with audit queries
• Support with first-time adoption of IFRS 15 calculations
• Support with updating IFRS consolidation files and preparing draft note disclosures

About You:

• Strong understanding of accounting principles and month-end processes
• Experience with accounts receivable and reconciliations
• Familiarity with IFRS (particularly IFRS 15) is desirable
• High attention to detail and strong analytical skills
• Proficient in Excel and accounting systems
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work collaboratively

What We Offer:

• Opportunity to work in an innovative and growing industry.
• A collaborative and dynamic work environment with ample opportunities for professional development.
• Flexible working arrangements and a supportive team culture.

How to Apply:

If you’re passionate about finance and keen to be part of a pioneering company that is changing the future of transportation, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience and why you’re a great fit for this role.

Skyports is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.