Junior Finance Assistant

About Formula E

Formula E is a rapidly expanding global sport revolutionizing motorsport with a core emphasis on innovation and sustainability. It hosts over 100 races worldwide in iconic urban locations, boasts support from leading automotive brands such as Porsche and Jaguar, and features elite drivers racing the latest generation GEN3 EVO electric vehicles. As the first sport certified Net Zero Carbon from its start, Formula E combines thrilling competition with a strong commitment to environmental progress, promoting electric mobility to a worldwide audience.

The Role

We seek an organised and detail-minded Junior Finance Assistant to support our finance operations within a dynamic international setting. This role goes beyond basic data entry; it is essential in ensuring smooth daily financial workflows, accuracy in global accounts, reconciliations, and transactional processing. The role involves managing both Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions, collaborating internally and with external partners to efficiently handle supplier relations, payments, and data management across international subsidiaries.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the Accounts Payable mailbox and operations, including posting invoices, procuring purchase orders, resolving queries, and onboarding new suppliers to maintain seamless vendor relationships.
• Prepare and reconcile financial data related to accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank statements, and VAT across multiple subsidiaries with precision.
• Support Accounts Receivable by preparing quotations, issuing invoices, processing credit card payments, and updating tracking systems like Smartsheet. Assist with a variety of payment operations including weekly and bi-monthly runs, urgent payments, and expense reimbursements.
• Assist with cross-border financial reporting tasks such as tax reconciliations and data compilation for regions including the UK, Saudi Arabia, and Brazil. Manage regional invoice tracking, audit documentation, and contribute to monthly National Statistics surveys.

Requirements

• Basic to intermediate knowledge or experience in finance or accounting teams, coupled with proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work autonomously while supporting and collaborating with teams effectively.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to liaise confidently with internal departments and international external stakeholders.
• Familiarity with VAT principles or international tax data is beneficial. Experience using ERP systems such as Workday or SAP is advantageous but not required as training will be provided. Multilingual capabilities are a plus.

Benefits and Perks

• 25 annual leave days plus a birthday day off and additional wellbeing leave.
• Opportunity to extend leave when attending race events.
• Health Cash Plan and access to a digital wellness workplace app.
• Enhanced parental leave and flexible bank holidays.
• Paid leave options for volunteering and caregiving responsibilities.
• Access to Cycle to Work and Electric Car schemes.
• Discounts at the Formula E store.
• Participation in frequent social gatherings and employee groups.

Additional Information

This is a hybrid role, requiring physical presence three days a week at our Hammersmith, London office, with the rest remote. The position offers a yearly salary between £30,000 and £32,000. The application deadline is July 31st, though early closure may occur if a large volume of applications is received. Formula E is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, providing equal opportunities to all candidates.