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Finance Assistant - Arts

  • Location: London
  • Salary: £28,000 - £30,000 per annum
  • Job Type:Contract

Posted 23 days ago

  • Sector: finance
  • Type: hybrid
  • Contact: Harry Porter
  • Contact Email: harry.porter@handle.co.uk
  • Expiry Date: 14 December 2025
  • Job Ref: BBBH112827

We have a great opportunity to join a respected arts organisation on a one-year contract, supporting a small finance team across day-to-day accounting and operational finance. This role is ideal for someone looking to build experience in a creative, charitable setting while developing strong foundations across AP, AR and reconciliations.

Responsibilities:

  • Manage accounts payable and receivable processes.

  • Process invoices, payments and receipts.

  • Reconcile monthly credit cards, bank accounts and supplier statements.

  • Review and reconcile debtor balances and control accounts.

  • Support stock management processes.

  • Assist with audit preparation and ad hoc financial reporting.

  • Contribute to wider internal initiatives and occasional out-of-hours events/meetings.

Requirements:

  • Accounting qualification (AAT, accounting degree or similar) preferred

  • Exposure to AP/AR, with an understanding of core accounting processes and financial reporting.

  • Proficiency in Excel; familiarity with accounting software is a bonus.

  • Experience in a charity or not-for-profit environment is desirable but not essential.

  • Ability to work well both independently and within a small team.

  • Available to start start on short notice

Handle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.