Description
The Premier League Studio’s Finance department is looking for an Accounts Assistant to join the team and to play a key role in keeping our day‑to‑day financial operations running smoothly.
Application Deadline
12 April 2026
Department
Finance
Location
London, UK
Who We Are
The Premier League is home to some of the most competitive and compelling football in the world. The League and its Clubs use the power and popularity of the competition to inspire fans, communities and partners in the UK and across the world. The Premier League brings people together from all backgrounds. It is a competition for everyone, everywhere and is available to watch in 900 million homes in 189 countries.
In November 2024, the Premier League announced it was establishing a new in‑house media operations business launching at the start of the 2026/27 Premier League Season. Premier League Studios will be responsible for all international media content production and distribution, providing a best‑in‑class content service to the Premier League’s partners and millions of passionate fans around the world.
The Premier League is an equal opportunities employer and strives to create an inclusive culture where talent can flourish. We believe in the potential of everyone and open our doors to those who share those values. All appointments will be made based on merit; however, we particularly encourage applications from women, people from minority ethnic communities, LGBTQ+ people and disabled people.
Our hybrid‑working model also allows you some variety on your place of work, offering you the chance to work from home on some days each week. Where possible, you will attend the office in line with our company policy. All staff liaise closely with their line manager to manage their time appropriately and according to their work and team requirements.
The Role
- Work closely with the Financial Operations & Treasury Manager to deliver the Accounts Payable (AP) function and take ownership of purchase ledger processes and procedures.
- Process supplier invoices, ensuring correct coding, approvals and timely entry into the finance system.
- Maintain customer records and process sales invoices and credit notes as required.
- Prepare weekly payment runs and support with payment queries.
- Prepare supplier statement reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
- Process employee expenses and administer company credit card claims in line with associated policies.
- Deliver the Accounts Receivable (AR) function and take ownership of sales ledger processes and procedures.
- Monitor debtor balances, follow up on outstanding payments and maintain AR ledger ageing for month‑end close.
- Issue remittance advice and customer statements where required.
- Prepare periodic payment runs.
- Perform daily cash postings and bank reconciliations.
- Support with quarterly/annual data submission to Auditors, HMRC and ONS.
- Conduct general accounts reconciliation and deal with ad‑hoc tasks that arise.
- Deal with general finance queries from across the business and suppliers.
Requirements For The Role
- Experience working within an Accounts Payable or Accounts Receivable function.
- Bookkeeping or related field qualification preferred.
- Proven ability to handle confidential information and exercise discretion.
- Reliable, friendly and happy to work as part of a team.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong IT skills, particularly Excel, Word and Outlook.
- Well organised and able to prioritise effectively.
- Able to work to deadlines.
- Has a can‑do attitude, inspires others through own positive attitudes, energy and passion.
- Advanced attention to detail, proactive and methodical approach to task.
- Enthusiastic, self‑motivated and a good team player.
- Knowledge of accounting software such as Concur, Microsoft Dynamics GP and 365 Business Central.
Safeguarding
Our commitment to safeguarding includes implementing robust safer recruitment procedures to assess the suitability of individuals applying for roles that involve work with children and adults who are or may be at risk of harm. For further information, please see our Safeguarding Policy and Safer Recruitment Guidance.
How to Apply
To apply, please visit our careers page and submit your CV and cover letter. The closing date for applications is 12 April 2026.
We will remove barriers that prospective candidates might face at any stage of our recruitment process. If you have a disability and would like the advert in an alternative format, or would like to discuss how we can adjust the interview process to best support you, please contact recruitment@premierleague.com.
