Revenue Finance Assistant

London Permanent £40,000 - £45,000 per year View Job Description
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.
  • Grow your finance career in a hands-on role with early responsibility?
  • Work for an investment management firm based in the City of London.

About Our Client

The company is a respected organisation within the financial services sector, operating as part of a medium-sized team in London. They are known for their focus on excellence in accounting and finance, offering a structured and professional working environment.

Job Description

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. Responsibilities include:

  • 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.



The Successful Applicant

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 eg 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.

What's on Offer

  • A competitive salary range of £40000 to £45000 GBP per annum.
  • Study support to help you achieve professional accounting qualifications eg 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)
Contact
Mary Cotter
Quote job ref
JN-092025-6830142
Phone number
+44 207 776 5987

Job summary

Job function
Accounting
Subsector
Accounts Assistant
Sector
Financial Services
Location
London
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Mary Cotter
Consultant phone
+44 207 776 5987
Job reference
JN-092025-6830142