Accounts Assistant - Entertainment

This is a great role within a Media/Entertainment company that is currently in a growth phase. This business works within the TV & Film industry and has various silos of business offerings.

Reporting into the Finance Manager this is a varied role that will see you taking responsibility for the sales & purchase ledger alongside managing & reconciling the bank accounts.

This is a new role that is ideal for an individual looking for a starting position within finance and wants to work within the creative industry. Ideally you will have 6-12 months finance experience, but you will be considered if you have also started to studying for a professional accounting qualification such as AAT or ACCA.

You will need to have excellent communication skills, be adaptable in your approach and have a genuine interest in both a career in accounting alongside a want to work within a fast paced, Media/Entertainment company.

This is a great time to join the business and you will be joining a collaborative and friendly team.

A study package is being offered.

Responsibilities of the role include:

· Maintain and reconcile the purchase ledger, processing invoices from receipt through to payment stage

· Set up and manage the weekly payment run, seeking the appropriate approval

· Manage the debtors list, highlighting any areas of concerns

· Credit control, chasing of outstanding debts as required

· Maintain and reconcile the sales ledger from raising for sales invoices through to ensuring receipt of payment

· Responsible for daily/weekly bank reconciliations

· Responsible for managing the company expenses, ensuring receipts are submitted, validated and recorded accordingly

· Other finance administration duties as required

Candidate requirements:

· Ideally 6 months work experience within a finance team

· Exceptional written & verbal communication skills, being able to explain finance to non-financial people in an understanding manner

· Ideally commenced studying towards an accounting qualification (AAT/ACCA or similar) and looking to build a career in finance

· Good Excel skills

· Highly numerate with excellent attention to detail and able to work to deadlines

· Team player, great interpersonal skills with a ‘can-do’ attitude and a flexible/adaptable attitude and approach

· Able to learn and take direction from others

· Able to demonstrate good organisational skills

· A genuine interest in TV/Film

Please note only suitable applicants will be contacted regarding this position.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £22,000.00-£28,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• London: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in London

Reference ID: 1086