Overview
The Finance Assistant role is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career in accounting and finance within the financial services industry. Based in London, the position involves supporting the finance team with a variety of responsibilities to ensure smooth operations.
Responsibilities
* You'll support the accounting and reporting of income across our lending and leasing portfolios, working closely with finance and operations teams to ensure accurate revenue recognition and financial reporting.
* Assist with calculating, posting and reconciling revenue in relation to loan and lease agreements.
* Maintain accurate and timely revenue recognition schedules in line with internal policies and relevant accounting standards.
* Monitor and reconcile accrued interest, unearned income, fees and other income items, to ensure balance sheet position is accurately reported.
* Support the month-end close process, including preparation of revenue journals and associated balance sheet reconciliations in a timely manner.
* Work with the lending operations team to understand cash flows, drawdowns, repayments, early settlements and restructures, to ensure accounting is correctly reflected.
* Investigate variances between expected and actual income, escalating issues where appropriate.
* Prepare supporting analysis and working papers for management and audit purposes.
* Contribute to the enhancement of internal controls, documentation and reporting processes.
Profile
* A successful Revenue Finance Assistant should have:
* Solid grasp of Double-Entry bookkeeping - essential
* Prior exposure to lending or leasing - essential
* Proficiency in using accounting software e.g. NetSuite and Microsoft Excel.
* Attention to detail and an ability to work with numerical data confidently.
* An interest in pursuing professional accounting qualifications (study support provided).
* Excellent organisational and time management skills.
* A proactive attitude and the ability to work effectively within a team.
Job Offer
* A competitive salary range of £40,000 to £45,000 GBP per annum.
* Study support to help you achieve professional accounting qualifications e.g. AAT, ACCA or CIMA
* Comprehensive benefits package, including a performance-based bonus.
* A permanent role with opportunities for career development within the financial services sector.
* A professional and supportive working environment in London.
* Hybrid working model (3 days in office in London).
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