At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage day-to-day financial transactions and support month-end processes in a dynamic agency.
- Company: Join a fast-growing marketing agency known for innovative campaigns and a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid work model, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Great chance to develop your finance skills in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Be part of a creative team and make a real impact on financial operations.
- Qualifications: Experience in bookkeeping and familiarity with accounting software like Paprika or Xero.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 35000 £ per year.
VisionFR are delighted to be partnering with a well-established, fast-growing marketing and communications agency, known for producing culturally-led, insight-driven campaigns for a range of high-profile international brands. With a collaborative, entrepreneurial culture and a strong track record of developing people internally, they’re now looking to bring in a proactive, detail-focused Finance Assistant/Accounts Payable to support their growing finance function. This role is a great opportunity for a numerate, organised finance professional to join a busy agency finance team, taking ownership of day-to-day bookkeeping and transactional finance while supporting the wider month-end process.
Key responsibilities include of the Finance Assistant:
- Processing day-to-day financial transactions, including invoices, payments, receipts and journal entries
- Managing the accounts payable function, ensuring supplier payments run on time and outstanding invoices are chased promptly
- Carrying out regular bank reconciliations to keep financial records aligned with bank statements
- Reviewing and categorising business expenses, including receipts and card payments, to keep spend within budget
- Supporting month-end close, including assisting with monthly accounts, journals and balance sheet reconciliations
- Helping maintain the general ledger so financial data stays accurate and current
- Assisting with compliance requirements and supporting internal and external audits
- Feeding accurate, timely information into wider cashflow reporting
- Liaising with colleagues outside finance on project cost tracking (WIP)
- Picking up ad hoc finance projects and tasks as they arise
- Supporting the upkeep and administration of the finance system
The successful Finance Assistant/Accounts Payable will have:
- Solid bookkeeping experience
- Experience working in a marketing, media or creative agency setting
- Accountancy software experience with preferably Paprika and Xero
- Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy across financial records
- Strong organisational skills, with the ability to juggle multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- A confident grasp of financial transactions and reconciliations
- Strong communication skills, comfortable liaising with colleagues and external contacts alike
- Working knowledge of UK accounting standards, including VAT, payroll and tax compliance
- A proactive, resourceful approach to spotting and resolving financial discrepancies
- A collaborative, team-first attitude and willingness to pitch in wherever needed
- 2+ years' experience in a similar finance role; agency or creative industry background helpful but not essential
VisionFR is committed to encouraging equality, diversity, inclusion and eliminating unlawful discrimination within our workforce and whilst fulfilling our Clients recruitment needs.
Finance/Accounts Payable Assistant employer: VisionFR Ltd
At VisionFR, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation in the heart of Kings Cross, London. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through continuous training opportunities and a supportive environment that values work-life balance, including one day of remote work each week. Join us to be part of a passionate team dedicated to delivering excellence in content production while enjoying the unique advantages of working in a vibrant and creative location.
