Accounts Assistant (3 month FTC - Immediate start)

Derivia Intelligence; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Derivia Intelligence is a London-based leading data provider for the global financial services industry, seeking a Finance Assistant on a 3-month fixed-term contract. You will own AP and AR processing, manage journal postings during month-end, and assist with supplier/customer invoicing.

You will support cash flow forecasting, reconciliations, and revenue-related tasks for SaaS billing, using SAGE, Salesforce and Navan. Hybrid working with 2 days in the central London office is offered.

Qualifications

• Studying towards or part-qualified in a professional accounting qualification (AAT, ACCA, CIMA or similar).
• Good understanding of basic accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Some awareness of UK tax requirements (VAT, payroll or corporation tax) and willingness to learn.
• Experience supporting financial processes and maintaining accurate records, with an understanding of controls.
• Strong Excel skills and confidence working with data, including handling large volumes of transactions.
• Familiarity with finance systems (e.g. SAGE, Salesforce and Navan) and eagerness to learn and improve processes.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail, with a proactive and organised approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Own AP/AR processing and postings.
• Manage supplier interactions and payment runs (weekly/monthly).
• Assist with month-end journal postings.
• Support cash flow forecasting and reconciliations.
• Maintain vendor and customer records and resolve discrepancies.
• Support automation and process improvements across finance systems.

Skills

AP processing

AR processing

Journal postings

Cash flow forecasting

Excel

Education

AAT/ACCA/CIMA part-qualified

Tools

SAGE

Salesforce

Navan

Stripe

Job description

Derivia Intelligence is a leading provider of specialist data and insights to the global financial services industry. Through its brands Structured Retail Products (SRP), GlobalCapital (GC) and Futures & Options World (FOW), the group delivers mission-critical products that enable clients to navigate complexity and drive performance across some of the most intricate areas of global finance.

This is a 3 month fixed-term contract supporting the finance team's accounts payable and accounts receivable function, with an immediate start. You will take ownership of AP and AR processing and postings, including managing the team's shared inboxes, and will also assist with journal postings during month-end close.

Accounts Payable (AP)

• Process supplier invoices and ensure correct coding to the general ledger
• Manage approval workflows and payment runs (weekly/monthly).
• Maintain vendor records and resolve invoice discrepancies
• Reconcile supplier statements and investigate variances
• Monitor cash outflows and support cash flow forecasting.
• Achieve high levels of accuracy, timeliness, and compliance across all transactions.
• Adopt continuous improvement and automation mindset.

Accounts Receivable (AR)

• Generate and issue customer invoices (including recurring SaaS billing).
• Monitor accounts for overdue payments and follow up with customers.
• Support financial accountant to lead weekly Derivia debt calls with commercial teams.
• Allocate incoming payments and reconcile customer accounts.
• Manage credit control processes and elevate high-risk accounts.
• Support revenue recognition processes for subscription-based income.
• Ensure all invoices are submitted and maintained via external customer portals.
• Achieve high levels of accuracy, timeliness, and compliance across all transactions.
• Adopt continuous improvement and automation mindset

Cash Flow and Working Capital Management

• Monitor daily cash positions and support maintenance of cashflow forecasts
• Assist in preparing short-term and long-term cashflow projections.
• Reconcile bank accounts and investigate discrepancies.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable to optimise working capital.
• Support payment runs and ensure timely collections from customers.
• Drive improvements in working capital (payables and receivables where relevant)

Systems and Process Improvement

• Maintain billing data in subscription management platforms (e.g., Stripe, Salesforce)
• Reconcile billing systems with accounting software (e.g., Salesforce, SAGE)
• Assist in monthly recurring revenue (MRR) and annual recurring revenue (ARR) reporting.
• Investigate billing discrepancies and customer queries.
• Support automation and process improvements across finance systems
• Support the implementation of new finance systems (SAGE, Navan, Salesforce) – ensure scalable controls suitable for SAAS growth environment.
• Support HR team with payroll-related queries and reconciliations
• Use data and reporting to improve visibility and decision-making.
• Maintain delegation of authority within Financial Systems and ensure enforcement.

Financial Control and Month-End

• Assist with month-end close (AP/AR reconciliations, accruals, prepayments).
• Assist Financial accountant with recurring/one-off journal postings into SAGE.
• Prepare aged payables and receivables reports.
• Support the month end close timetable, ensuring all stakeholders meet deadlines
• Support audits by providing documentation and schedules
• Maintain accurate financial records in line with internal controls.
• Continuously improve close efficiency (automation, process redesign, controls).

Tax Compliance

• Assist with preparation and submission of VAT returns/international sales taxes where applicable.
• Maintain accurate tax records and supporting documentation covering PAYE, National Insurance and related reporting.
• Support compliance with relevant tax regulations and deadlines (e.g. corporation tax filings and reporting).
• Liaise with external tax advisors on tax-related matters when required

Statutory and External Reporting

• Assist in preparation of audit schedules and supporting documentation.
• Liaise with external auditors and respond to queries.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records.
• Help prepare statutory accounts and financial reports.

Experience & Qualifications

• Studying towards or part-qualified in a professional accounting qualification (AAT, ACCA, CIMA or similar).
• Good understanding of basic accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Some awareness of UK tax requirements (VAT, payroll or corporation tax) and willingness to learn.
• Experience supporting financial processes and maintaining accurate records, with an understanding of controls.
• Strong Excel skills and confidence working with data, including handling large volumes of transactions.
• Familiarity with finance systems (e.g. SAGE, Salesforce and Navan) and eagerness to learn and improve processes.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail, with a proactive and organised approach to work.
• Some experience or exposure to working in fast-paced/growing business environments, with an awareness of financial targets and performance expectations.
• Good understanding of basic commercial concepts, including revenue tracking, invoicing, and key financial metrics.
• Experience supporting finance teams with day-to-day tasks, helping maintain accurate records, and following established processes and controls.
• Involvement in using finance systems and assisting with data entry, reporting, and system updates.
• Familiarity with finance and business systems such as Sage Intacct and Salesforce, or similar platforms.

Personal Attributes

• Takes responsibility for own tasks and ensures work is completed accurately and on time.
• Proactive and solutions-focused, with the ability to work effectively in a busy environment.
• Good communication skills, able to build positive working relationships with colleagues and support the wider team.
• Well organised, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
• Willing to learn and suggest improvements to processes where appropriate.
• Maintains a high level of accuracy, integrity, and professionalism in all work.

Working Arrangements

This role operates on a hybrid working model with a minimum of two days per week in the central London office, ensuring regular contact with the wider finance team and key business stakeholders.

Please note: We're unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role, so candidates will need to have existing eligibility to work in the UK.