Finance Operations AP Assistant

The Kite Factory is an independent media agency that gives brands the best in Heart, Art, and Science to craft creative media ideas that deliver. With a rich heritage in measurement, TKF combines data-driven insights and craft planning to deliver media effectiveness that drives measurable growth for clients like Skin+Me, ZSL London Zoo, The British Red Cross, Lovehoney, David Lloyd Clubs, WaterAid, White Claw, and Triodos Bank.

We exist because we saw a gap in the market. A gap between ideas and measurement. Anyone can have a good idea, but they don’t necessarily know how to measure it. Conversely, just because you can measure things, it’s no guarantee you can have good ideas. Well, we do both. We’re a dynamic team of creative visionaries, professional achievers, and data enthusiasts, all driven by a passion for delivering tangible results. Now with over 100 media specialists, The Kite Factory has experienced remarkable growth over the past five years. We’ve celebrated multiple new business and award-winning campaigns, earning the prestigious title of Campaign’s Independent Agency of the Year 2024. Our workplace culture shines as we proudly rank among Campaign’s Best Places to Work and hold IPA Platinum status, reflecting our unwavering commitment to the development and well-being of our people.

A bright individual keen to enhance their career in a practical Finance role which gives plenty of opportunity to develop a broad range of skills & attributes in an agile and inclusive working environment where collaboration and learning is at the heart of delivering great service across all areas of the business & beyond.

• Able to work to deadlines with a sense of urgency
• Analytical with ability to use initiative to help problem solve
• Pro-active approach with can do attitude
• A confident communicator both verbal and written
• Understanding of big picture and how their role adds value to all aspects of the business
• Approachable, willing to work as part of a team, and play active role within Agency
• Diligent and able to follow guidelines & timetables
• Good attention to detail and understanding for accuracy, controls & efficiency
• Comfortable with new Tech, change, and progress
• Reliable, and self-motivated

Core ownerships:

• Reporting into Financial Operations Manager & working alongside Senior Fin Ops Exec
• Purchase Order matching
• Supplier invoice processing & payments

Role responsibilities:

• Monthly processing of AP workflow cycle
• Capture & upload of supplier invoices with OCR tool
• Purchase Order matching or data entry of supplier invoices
• Supplier invoice & Order query management
• Reconciliation to supplier account statements
• Preparation of supplier payments within agreed deadlines
• Online bank payment file preparation
• Credit Card charge review, allocation & reconciliations
• Daily Monitor of AP team mailboxes
• General AR understanding including but not restricted to: Sales Order review, leading to sales billing & delivery, Client billing & query management – internal & external, Effective cash collection & allocation through best practice Credit Control procedures, Debtor Statement distribution

Support Finance & Agency teams with financial requests, training or order workflow matters.

Experience:

• Previous experience within an AP role for at least 1 year
• Knowledge of fundamental accounting practices
• Degree or alternative Higher Education qualifications
• Basic to Intermediate Excel skills and general tech savviness with systems

We’re immensely proud of the vibrant culture at The Kite Factory. Our commitment to continuous improvement is reflected in our quarterly pulse surveys, which create a valuable feedback loop, allowing us to evolve and refine our agency's operations. Here, every voice is heard and valued. We’ve diligently built and embodied our core values: Think Freely, Aim Higher, Stay Smart, Get Involved, and Win Together. Our people are our greatest asset, and the connections they forge with one another are the foundation of our success. To strengthen these relationships and foster a supportive and inclusive environment, we offer several committees that everyone is encouraged to join, including Social, Diversity & Inclusion, and Environmental Impact. These groups play a crucial role in shaping our culture and ensuring that we not only work together but thrive together.

As well as working with some of the best people in the industry, we offer a competitive salary, a range of benefits, a huge focus on training and development with dedicated training time, partnerships with industry specialists, and the opportunity to progress and develop your career with the support of a fantastic team.

At The Kite Factory, we welcome applications from all walks of life including those who are under-represented in our industry. We’re committed to creating a diverse and inclusive place to work where everyone feels they can belong and celebrate each other's differences. It’s so important to us that all voices are heard and listened to so that we can truly create an inclusive place to work where our teams can thrive.