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Responsibility

• this role sits with the Finance team based in the heart of the West End of London
• reporting to European CFO
• operating as the Finance partner to the European MD
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• responsibility for the day to day finances driving the commercial agenda and ensuring the studio is performing as effectively as possible
• proactively monitor revenue figures by communicating with project owner and checking scope of work for each project
• client billing - daily, weekly, and monthly
• an in-depth knowledge of all financial transactions, ensuring they are appropriately accounted for within the financial records
• manage project estimation, Job status report and revenue tracker
• posting and paying supplier invoices - these suppliers can range from office utilities to urgent production payments
• our client, an award-winning marketing agency that is using world leading innovative tech to drive growth has an opening for a qualified Finance Manager to join their growing team
• our client, a global creative conglomerate for brands within the luxury and lifestyle industries, has an opening for a Finance Manager to oversee the US division of the business
• reviewing the accounts at month end to ensure correct financial policies have been undertaken. Taking accruals & prepayments as applicable
• producing monthly financial reports for submission to management team
• back up Account receivable manager including manage BQMS which is client AP system
• as the Finance Manager and working closely with The Director of Finance you will be responsible for the accounting and reporting aspects of the agency, reviewing and approving the work performed by the accounts payable team
• this is an exciting opportunity that reports to the Finance Director and carries line management responsibility of one direct report Account Payable Executive and one indirect report
• credit control for all client accounts - approx. 10-20 invoices per month
• manage Early Warning items for Project and aged open item
• management of at least 2-3 clients with support from a bookkeeper
• along with being responsible for the revenue recognition and working with the Account teams to enable them to manage their jobs effectively and efficiently with particular focus on managing working capital
• providing weekly cash forecasts to FD for review
• using paprika system and xero
• responsibility for revenue recognition, ensuring compliance with company accounting policies
• creating and submitting statutory accounts and Consolidation package
• staff expenses - approx. 30 claims per month
• support processing supplier invoices where needed and managing the process to ensure accurate and timely input
• raising invoices on a timely basis
• ideally you will be part qualified with experience of working across a finance function within a small/mid-size communications / creative company with previous exposure to US finance and payroll functionality
• reconciling client accounts
• reviewing and allocating project expenses to client accounts
• this is the perfect role for someone ambitious and thrives in a fast paced and dynamic work
• preparing balance sheet schedules for all accounts and resolving any issues on a timely basis
• communicate with tax consultant to finalize PIT, CIT and VAT report
• preparing payable reports and raising payments
• monthly WIP meetings with Consulting Directors
• approve and check Account payable/employee’s expense claim process
• ownership of the US Finance function, covering accounts payable, payroll journals, the month end process and management accounting, with an overview of the Billing function
• ownership of debtors, creditors and project workflow
• bank reconciliation
• ensuring compliance of company payment terms policy
• ownership of the workflow meetings with the production team
• fee reconciliation
• P&L analysis and Ad hoc report for HQ/RHQ
• monthly Payroll
• reviewing the full US accounts with the FD and FP&A manager and support production of the management accounts and monthly commentary provided into the management team
• ensuring all deadlines are met, that financial information is complete and up to date and reports are accurate and in accordance with company accounting policies and statutory obligations
• preparing bank reconciliations
• updating actual hours of client work from the team and producing overservicing report
• VAT returns / EC Sales
• daily Bank reconciliation and cash flow reports are routinely updated
• managing the annual statutory audit
• profitability analysis
• other general book-keeping task
• complete understanding of the full accounts receivable process and ability to support/cover the US billing manager where needed
• reconciling intercompany accounts and ensuring intercompany transactions are correctly recorded
• cash book reconciliation
• preparing various quarterly and annual returns to HMRC/ONS
• manage the US Amex cards and ensure they are complete on a timely and accurate basis
• liaising with external accountants on year end & taxation
• ensure that data in Maconomy is kept up to date and accurate e.g. old projects and POs are closed

Requirements

• experience within a previous fast paced start-up / scale-up business is also an essential requirement
• familiarity with platforms such as Bamboo, Synergist and Xero would also be helpful
• proven experience in a similar role within a previous marketing / creative / advertising agency
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• due to the high volume of applications, only successful candidates will be contacted
• outstanding organisational & time management skills
• qualified Accountant
• strong listening and communication skills·
• strong technical ability including experience of UK GAAP , IFRS exposure would be beneficial
• ability to solve problems independently
• actively managed audits and prepared statutory accounts for a mid-sized company
• exceptional attention to detail
• ideally you will be ACCA/ACA qualified with a solid proven experience gained within a similar senior finance manager role ideally within the marketing / creative / advertising industry
• excellent communication skills, with the confidence and ability to discuss numbers with all stakeholders including non-finance personnel
• in-depth understanding of accounting
• in return our client is offering a salary of £75k-£85k along with some great benefits including discretionary company bonus scheme, private medical insurance, dental insurance, life assurance, cycle to work scheme, season ticket loan and an employee assistance program
• ideally you will be CIMA/ACCA/ACA qualified with 2+ years experience in a Financial Reporting role
• the capability to work collaboratively
• systems’ ability
• ability to work efficiently without compromising craft, quality or accuracy
• self-starter, someone who can use their initiative and proactively push things forward
• if this sounds like you then please send us your CV now
• knowledge of Maconomy a plus
• enjoys working as part of a close-knit team, keen to get involved in company activities and events
• great at all things Google - Sheets, Slides, Docs, Calendar, Chat & Spaces
• job Types: Full-time, Permanent
• job Type: Part-time
• desire to learn new skills and evolve your craft

Responsibility

• the aim is for error free accounting through the recording, verification and analysis of all financial data
• the Management Accountant must consistently maintain accuracy and efficiency in all accounting duties
• creating and issuing client invoices
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• support the FC with budgeting and forecasting activities
• maintain income recognition in Paprika
• analyse financial data and trends to provide meaningful insights
• A growing, dynamic, diverse music and live events business are looking for an experienced Management Accountant to take responsibility for accurate reconciliation of the entire trial balance and delivering a full management accounts pack for all their group companies
• our client, an established independent advertising agency who works with a variety of high-profile consumer brands, has an opening for an experienced Management Accountant / Cost Accountant to join their finance team based in the heart of the West End on a hybrid basis
• complete deferred income calculation and reconcile fee and production jobs monthly
• ensure compliance with accounting policies and regulations
• the role of Management Accountant / Cost Accountant will report directly into the Finance Manager and covers the transactional and customer service functions of the finance department as well month end reporting
• raise client invoices and track payment
• assist with responding to audit queries, providing audit samples, and liaising with auditors
• process supplier invoices and payments
• identify and implement improvements and efficiencies, in management accounting processes
• the Management Accountant will hold the responsibility of accurately reconciling the entire trial balance and delivering a comprehensive management accounts pack for all group companies
• prepare weekly bank reconciliations
• assist in the timely preparation of monthly financial statements and reports, including but not limited to, bank reconciliations, accounts payable, accruals and prepayments, fixed asset management, balance sheet reconciliations, and intercompany management
• posting and reconciling credit card expenses
• process employee expenses
• credit card review and reconciliation
• HMRC reporting including VAT via MTD, p11Ds, etc
• managing payroll and the company benefit schemes
• work with the Finance Manager to provide support to the Accounts Management team
• liaise with clients and suppliers regarding payments
• handle ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting requests
• prepare monthly management accounts
• calculation of accrued and deferred revenue in line with Revenue Recognition principals and preparation of journals
• review accounting processes and practices and improve where necessary to ensure efficient financial operations
• assistance with preparation of the statutory accounts and audit
• oversee month end payment runs
• monthly & quarterly balance sheet reconciliations
• assisting the Senior Management Accountant with year-end audit by providing all relevant information to the auditors
• generate monthly financial review in preparation for the following month
• other ad hoc task as required by Head of Finance
• intercompany accounts
• monthly artist royalties cost accruals
• compilingaccurate P&L accounts and Balance Sheets
• assist with compliance-related filings, e.g., PSA, P11D, VAT
• adhoc
• preparation of cash forecasts on a bi-monthly basis
• monthly variance analysis and exception reporting
• maintain an orderly accounting filing system
• processing monthly royalty payment run

Requirements

• previous management accounting experience
• part-qualified, working towards an accounting qualification
• great written and verbal communication skills
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• experience with Microsoft Dynamics preferred but not essential
• computer literate

Trade

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Earnings for position management accountant

Responsibility

• the aim is for error free accounting through the recording, verification and analysis of all financial data
• the Management Accountant must consistently maintain accuracy and efficiency in all accounting duties
• month end close
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• provide monthly management accounts and financial reporting
• maintain income recognition in Paprika
• A growing, dynamic, diverse music and live events business are looking for an experienced Management Accountant to take responsibility for accurate reconciliation of the entire trial balance and delivering a full management accounts pack for all their group companies
• our client, an established independent advertising agency who works with a variety of high-profile consumer brands, has an opening for an experienced Management Accountant / Cost Accountant to join their finance team based in the heart of the West End on a hybrid basis
• complete deferred income calculation and reconcile fee and production jobs monthly
• the role of Management Accountant / Cost Accountant will report directly into the Finance Manager and covers the transactional and customer service functions of the finance department as well month end reporting
• raise client invoices and track payment
• process supplier invoices and payments
• work with cross functional business partners to ensure inventorial costs are properly being captured
• the Management Accountant will hold the responsibility of accurately reconciling the entire trial balance and delivering a comprehensive management accounts pack for all group companies
• prepare weekly bank reconciliations
• perform detailed analysis of cost of revenue and inventory accounts including manufacturing variances to identify business drivers
• process employee expenses
• prepare various inventory and cost accounting entries and account reconciliations
• drive period-end accounting processes including accruals, intercompany and inventory. This includes preparation of journal entries, supporting schedules, general ledger reconciliations and analysis
• credit card review and reconciliation
• posting all journals and reviewing the transactions that come through the bank and through all nominal ledgers to see if they are accurate
• provide accurate and timely inventory and costing reports to the business partners
• work with the Finance Manager to provide support to the Accounts Management team
• following up on costs to ensure they are accurate and coded correctly - Including fixed asset register, all balance sheet reconciliations - revenue streams - accruals, prepays, rent deferral, bank review, credit card review
• liaise with clients and suppliers regarding payments
• process the monthly, quarterly and annual financial closing processes for costing and inventory and ensure accuracy of various system and manually generated transactions/entries
• prepare monthly management accounts
• calculation of accrued and deferred revenue in line with Revenue Recognition principals and preparation of journals
• credit control management - Ensuring all invoices are paid within the agreed credit terms
• review accounting processes and practices and improve where necessary to ensure efficient financial operations
• assistance with preparation of the statutory accounts and audit
• oversee month end payment runs
• monthly & quarterly balance sheet reconciliations
• assisting the Senior Management Accountant with year-end audit by providing all relevant information to the auditors
• generate monthly financial review in preparation for the following month
• other ad hoc task as required by Head of Finance
• weekly revenue meetings with client management team
• accounting for all revenue - sales invoices, accrued revenue and deferred revenue
• intercompany accounts
• monthly artist royalties cost accruals
• compilingaccurate P&L accounts and Balance Sheets
• assist with compliance-related filings, e.g., PSA, P11D, VAT
• adhoc
• preparation of cash forecasts on a bi-monthly basis
• monthly variance analysis and exception reporting
• maintain an orderly accounting filing system
• P&L and Balance Sheet variance analysis
• processing monthly royalty payment run
• supporting the client management team with system requirements
• preparing Quarterly EC Sales Submissions & VAT Returns
• assist Finance Director with Ad Hoc reporting

Requirements

• ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified
• solid understanding of double entry and accounting theories
• cash management experience
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• detailed knowledge of all P&L and Balance sheet accounts
• A minimum of two years working with Trial Balance
• experience of the design industry or the wider creative/media industry would be preferred

Responsibility

• monthly and annual management reporting of results to group level
• variance Analysis to budget/forecast
• contribute to decisions regarding financial strategy
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• our client, a dynamic and innovative global media agency based in London is on the search for an immediately available Financial Controller to join their finance team to manage and lead the month end/quarter and year end processes ensuring deadlines are met and work is accurate; maintaining efficient control processes; promoting process improvement
• keep up with industry updates and clients
• overall management of the month end close process, including the preparation of financial statements and account reconciliations
• manage cash flow by tracking transactions and regularly reviewing internal reports
• reviews and finalise assigned regions revenue analysis in line with month end timetable
• motivate and lead finance team members by clarifying roles and providing helpful feedback
• suggest updates and improvements for accounting systems
• reconciles balance sheet accounts on a monthly basis and ensures all amounts are current and accurate
• establish and implement financial reporting systems to comply with government regulations and legislation
• manage cash, bank reconciliations and cash reporting
• collaborate with auditors to ensure proper compliance with all regulations
• reviews and approves monthly/bi monthly payment runs. Approves ad-hoc payments as and when required
• oversight of tax matters including international transfer pricing, tax workings and year-end computation review
• part ownership of external audit and internal SOX audit. Checking requests regularly for those assigned to you and ensuring your direct reports have completed their requests
• implementation of KPIs across agency, educating leaders of business as to metrics and reporting thereon
• aid in integrations between our ERP and additional software tools to continually modernise and scale the business
• educate coworkers regarding financial practices, implications, and policies
• managing payroll and the company benefit schemes
• reviews expenditure against forecast/prior month and explains all variances su?iciently
• managing the month end, quarter end, half year and year end processes to ensure accurate and timely reporting of P&Ls and Balance sheets
• manage day-to-day accounting duties including Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and payroll, payroll tax filings, booking journal entries, reconciling credit card and bank accounts
• provide ad hoc analysis support to business leaders and key partners for complex accounting questions
• preparation of monthly management accounts and financial Board report
• preparation of Flash and actuals for review
• preparation of the internal P&L commentary with variance analysis within the threshold prior to submission for review
• monthly Balance Sheet reconciliations
• report to group with timely and accurate financial information
• managing, supporting & mentoring the Finance Assistant
• assist in improvement of SOX controls and balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring unreconciled items are reviewed monthly/resolved
• preparation/ Review of quarterly VAT with commentary for variances to prior quarter
• monthly payroll processing
• responding to audit queries
• reporting to the Group Head of Finance, the key function of the Financial Controller is to enhance the accounting and control environment by analysing and accounting for business changes with a financial statement impact or accounting policy impact
• ensure that company financial systems are robust, compliant and support current activities and future growth

Requirements

• ideally you will be A qualified accountant with a minimum of 2-3 years’ experience working in the media industry with strong Excel skills and previous experience of using Nexus/Microsoft Navision

Responsibility

• you will report to a Business Manager, whilst providing additional support across the Business Management team
• all aspects of accounting including preparing and finalising accounts for sole traders, LLP and limited companies
• managing deadlines to ensure work is completed to the required standard at the right time
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• advising clients on their accounting needs
• bookkeeping in Xero WorkBook - multicurrency
• liaising with and resolving issues with clients
• issuing, chasing and reconciling company credit card expenses
• our client, a leading management and professional services company with clients from entertainment, film, music, radio, television and sports, are recruiting for a Semi Senior Accountant to join their Central London Finance team on a hybrid basis
• delegating and reviewing work of junior team members
• working within Business Management team, the main purpose of this role will be to assist with client accounts- which includes bookkeeping, preparing VAT returns, maintaining sales and purchase ledgers as well as adhoc tasks and building strong client relationships
• supporting the CFO with preparing month-end journals
• having a working understanding of tax accounting and liaison with Tax department
• monthly Balance Sheet Reconciliations; Accruals, Prepayments and Intercompany
• oversee junior staff and advise where necessary
• producing supplier payments reports for the CFO’s approval
• managing and processing purchase orders and approval of sales and purchase invoices
• preparation and submission of quarterly VAT returns
• assisting the Head of People and Culture with HR / payroll / H&S duties when required and have the capacity
• ad hoc tasks as required
• assisting the CFO with updates to the monthly Cash Flow Forecasting, Management Accounts, and liaising with and providing schedules to the auditors as part of the annual audit

Requirements

• AAT Level 4 or qualified by experience
• minimum 3 years’ experience in an Accounts Assistant role
• sound knowledge of double entry bookkeeping
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• experience working in Xero to an advanced standard
• experience working in WorkBook an advantage
• familiar with multicurrency transactions
• experience preparing and submitting quarterly VAT returns