Junior Bookkeeper- Talent Agency

Handle Recruitment

  • London
  • £28,000-32,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 5 days ago
Are you a Bookkeeper with 1 years accounting experience and have used XERO?We are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Bookkeeper / Accounts Assistant to join a creative talent agency.The team are in 4 days in their office in central London working from home Mondays (10AM- 6PM) and benefit from working summer hours in August (PM)Days to Day
  • Daily data entry and maintain accurate financial records using accounting software (Xero and Salesforce)
  • Weekly credit control
  • Accounts receivable ( daily invoice preparation for review, processing and sending it to customer)
  • Process accounts payable (supplier invoices and processing payment)
  • Talent account reconciliation daily - Reconcile received payments against invoices
  • Bank reconciliations including model recharges to Xero/Salesforce and allocate to payments for payment run
  • Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts
  • Post journals and maintain general ledger entries as required
  • Maintaining Booker finance system & remittance system
  • Monitor cash flow
  • Handle cash and credit card expenses
  • Support with VAT returns and compliance
  • Liaise with suppliers, models, and internal departments as needed
  • Assist with year-end audit preparation with external auditor
  • Maintain organised and up-to-date financial files and documentation
Essential:
  • Proven experience in a bookkeeping or accounts assistant role
  • Proficiency in accounting software Xero
  • Strong Microsoft Excel and general IT skills
  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
  • Good organisational and time-management skills
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Ability to work independently and proactively
Desirable:
  • Experience in preparing VAT returns
  • Experience in a talent agency or creative industry environment
  • Experience in multi-currency transactions including invoicing, payments, and reconciliation
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.

Handle Recruitment