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Finance Assistant - Publishing

  • Location: London
  • Salary: £28,000 - £33,000 per annum
  • Job Type:Permanent

Posted 6 days ago

  • Sector: finance
  • Type: hybrid
  • Contact: Harry Porter
  • Contact Email: harry.porter@handle.co.uk
  • Expiry Date: 08 February 2025
  • Job Ref: BBBH111324A

We've got a great opportunity for a Finance Assistant to join a London-based entertainment group! This position will focus around providing accurate and timely accounting information to assist in day-to-day processes for Publishing clients.

Responsibilities:

  • Review UK Publications & Translation contracts, schedules, and settlements

  • Track, allocate, and chase deposits

  • Match and apply cash receipts to payment lines on booking reports

  • Prepare booking lines and deductions for payment journal posting

  • Prepare and review statements for payment journal entries

  • Coordinate with other Trust Accounting teams and escalate issues when necessary

  • Support system and process improvement initiatives

Requirements:

  • Previous experience in a similar accounting role, ideally in media or entertainment

  • Knowledge of accounting practices and multi-currency transactions

  • Proficiency in Excel and Outlook

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills for liaising with internal and external stakeholders

  • Ability to prioritise tasks and meet tight deadlines

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.