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Bookkeeper - Model Agency

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  • Location: City of London
  • Salary: £36,000 - £40,000 per annum
  • Job Type:Permanent

Posted about 1 hour ago

  • Sector: finance
  • Type: office-based
  • Contact: Andrew Stevens
  • Contact Email: andrew.stevens@handle.co.uk
  • Expiry Date: 12 September 2025
  • Job Ref: BBBH112349

We are seeking a detail-oriented Bookkeeper / Accounts Assistant to join a creative talent agency.

We are specifically looking for a junior accountant with experience in a creative agency, talent or model agency who wants to progress into a Assistant Accountant.

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)

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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

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Essential:

  • Proven experience in a bookkeeping or accounts assistant role in a creative agency preferably talent

  • 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

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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

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