Accounts Assistant - Creative Sector
Location: London
The Opportunity
We are working with a well-established and highly regarded business within the creative sector who are looking for an Accounts Assistant to join their growing finance team.
Working closely with the Financial Controller and Finance Director, this is a great opportunity for an ambitious finance professional to develop their skills, gain exposure across a varied finance function and learn from an experienced team.
Key Responsibilities
Purchase Ledger
- Obtain approvals for operational expenditure across the group.
- Process, code and post purchase invoices.
- Review and maintain the purchase ledger, ensuring accuracy.
- Manage supplier queries, invoices and outstanding payments.
- Review and process employee expenses.
- Manage petty cash and cash advances.
- Prepare accruals and prepayments.
Payments & Banking
- Prepare payment reports and supplier payment runs.
- Arrange payments individually and via BACS.
- Reconcile bank accounts and allocate payments and receipts.
- Support month-end payment processes.
- Calculate and post relevant interest and adjustments.
Credit Cards
- Liaise with staff to ensure credit card submissions are completed on time.
- Review expenditure and supporting documentation.
- Check receipts, coding and VAT treatment.
- Follow up on missing receipts and resolve queries.
- Highlight any issues to the Finance Manager.
- Prepare expenditure analysis and reporting.
About You
We're looking for someone who is organised, detail-focused and keen to develop their finance career. Previous experience within an accounts payable or finance environment would be beneficial, along with good Excel and communication skills.
AAT/ACCA/CIMA Study support is on offer!
This is an excellent opportunity to join a progressive finance team and gain broad exposure across purchase ledger, payments, banking and expenses.
Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
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Accounts Assistant - Creative Sector employer: Confidential
As a leading employer in the data centre operations sector, we offer an exceptional work environment that prioritises employee growth and development. Our collaborative culture fosters innovation and accountability, while our commitment to safety and operational excellence ensures that you will be part of a team that values your contributions. With opportunities for international travel and the chance to lead critical operations across the EMEA region, this role provides a unique platform for impactful leadership and career advancement.
