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Do you have around a year experience in accounting, looking for the next more progressive role??
We are a creative engagement agency that combines evidence-based, human-centred design with innovative, boundary-pushing real-world and digital experiences. Our primary goal is to foster human connection, transcending the physical limitations of reality. We believe in the power of creativity to create lasting impact, and this extends to our commitment to sustainability and social responsibility. Every project we undertake reflects our values of reducing carbon footprints, supporting local communities, and championing ethical practices.
We are looking for individuals who share these values and are eager to contribute to a work environment that thrives on collaboration, efficiency, and social responsibility.
As a Finance Assistant, you will take charge of a wide range of financial operations and processes. Your main responsibilities will include managing sales and purchase ledgers, overseeing VAT returns, handling expense claims, and supporting the Financial Controller with management accounts. You will also work closely with the account management and production teams to ensure smooth financial operations, project reconciliations, and budget monitoring.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage the end-to-end sales and purchase ledger transactions.
- Prepare, review, and submit quarterly VAT returns, ensuring payments are made on time.
- Compile PSA and P11d information.
- Reconcile all bank transactions, including currencies, AMEX card management.
- Oversee the process for staff expenses, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
- Work alongside account management and production teams to manage project finances, including reconciliations and closing projects based on KPIs.
- Chase missing timesheets to ensure proper tracking.
- Review and manage open purchase orders, ensuring that all are completed on time.
- Monitor spending against budgets, identify discrepancies, and collaborate with the business owner to review financial data.
- Review and reconcile client credits.
- Train new employees on internal processes, including timesheets, expenses, and purchase orders.
- Assist with year-end audits and provide necessary support for audit files.
- Contribute to the development of existing systems and processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
- Produce various financial reports and management information as required.
Qualifications:
- Comfortable using Google Workspace or Microsoft Office (Excel expertise is a plus).
- Previous experience in an accounts payable or related role, ideally within the creative services industry.
- Proactive, organised, and an excellent communicator with the ability to explain processes clearly.
- Strong focus on improving processes for efficiency and clarity.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to work with individuals at all levels.
We believe in not only pushing the boundaries of creative engagement but also supporting each other and the wider community. If you're someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, is eager to contribute to meaningful change, and wants to be a part of a team that values sustainability and social responsibility, we’d love to hear from you!
*** Media Geeks is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our work place. We and our clients do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
We appreciate the interest of all applicants in this role. Due to the volume of applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Thank you for your understanding. ***
