B2B Finance Assistant

TradeTech360 solution; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent role

Broad finance exposure

Automation projects

Team environment

Career development

Job summary

TradeTech360 solution is seeking a proactive B2B Finance Assistant based in London. This entry-level role supports bookkeeping, client management, and cash operations, reporting to the Senior Management Accountant within the B2B division.

You will post invoices, perform bank reconciliations, and assist with month-end tasks while contributing to process improvements and BI projects within a busy finance team.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Practical accounting knowledge and experience.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to build positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Accounts Receivable & Client Management: Calculate market data and minimum fee invoices and post the relevant entries into SAP and Back Office (BO) systems.
• Manage client queries relating to invoicing and ensure records are maintained accurately and up to date.
• Prepare and issue client balance confirmation letters following verification of balances within the back-office system.
• Perform full sales ledger reconciliations between SAP and BO systems.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Proactive mindset

Process improvement

Tools

Excel

Job description

About The Role

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented B2B Finance Assistant to join our Finance team based in Liverpool Street, London. Reporting to the Senior Management Accountant within the B2B division, this entry level role is responsible for supporting the bookkeeping, client management and cash operations of the business. The successful candidate will play a key role in owning client cash transfers and queries, posting sales invoices, performing bank reconciliations and carrying out a variety of accounting and bookkeeping activities. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on finance professional who enjoys working in a busy and varied environment. In addition to core finance responsibilities, the role offers opportunities to contribute to projects focused on process improvement, system optimisation and business intelligence.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Receivable & Client Management

• Calculate market data and minimum fee invoices and post the relevant entries into SAP and Back Office (BO) systems.
• Manage client queries relating to invoicing and ensure records are maintained accurately and up to date.
• Prepare and issue client balance confirmation letters following verification of balances within the back-office system.
• Perform full sales ledger reconciliations between SAP and BO systems.

Banking & Reconciliations

• Complete bank accounts reconciliations.
• Investigate and resolve reconciling items in a timely manner.
• Maintain accurate financial records and supporting schedules.

Month-End & Financial Administration

• Maintain schedules for accrued income and prepayments.
• Prepare and post company credit card transactions, ensuring all supporting documentation is obtained and retained.
• Assist with the preparation of information required for annual external audits.
• Undertake general finance and administrative duties as required.
• Supporting the finance team during periods of absence as part of the B2B UK Finance team.

Projects and Continuous Improvement

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to several ongoing finance transformation initiatives, including:

• Assisting with the automation and enhancement of accounting processes.
• Identifying opportunities to improve system utilisation, reporting efficiency and business intelligence.

Candidate Profile

We are looking for a motivated and organised individual with strong accounting fundamentals and a passion for continuous improvement.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Practical accounting knowledge and experience.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to build positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Positive, collaborative and team-oriented approach.
• A proactive mindset with the ability to identify and implement process improvements.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience within the Financial Services industry.
• Experience using Microsoft Excel and accounting/general ledger systems.
• Experience performing reconciliations and supporting accounting processes.
• Understanding of bookkeeping principles and financial controls.

What We Offer

• Permanent, full-time position in a growing financial services business.
• Exposure to a broad range of finance responsibilities.
• Opportunities to contribute to finance transformation and automation projects.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Career development within a dynamic finance function.