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Finance Assistant - TV Production

  • Location: West London
  • Salary: £26,000 - £30,000 per annum
  • Job Type:Permanent

Posted about 1 month ago

  • Sector: finance
  • Type: office-based
  • Contact: Andrew Stevens
  • Contact Email: andrew.stevens@handle.co.uk
  • Expiry Date: 01 February 2026
  • Job Ref: BBBH112942

Handle Recruitment are proud to be assisting one of the UK's most respected production companies in their search for an Finance Assistant.

Specialising in high-quality scripted content with world-class creative talent this leading production company are consistent performers in the sector, producing award winning drama and comedy series for major UK broadcasters and international streaming platforms.

The business and finance function is known for its collaborative, friendly and inclusive culture and this role will sit within an established accounting team. The role is integral to ensuring accurate financial reporting, analysis, and compliance across the business and is an excellent opportunity for a Finance Assistant who is studying towards a qualification (CIMA/ACCA)

Key Responsibilities

  • Processing weekly supplier payments and setting up new supplier accounts

  • Coordinating weekly production cash requirements

  • Managing inter company bank transfers and supporting weekly cash flow funding

  • Processing weekly expense claims and supplier invoices

  • Monitoring and reconciling, credit cards and petty cash

  • Monitoring supplier month-end positions

  • Posting month-end journals

  • Performing bank reconciliations across corporate and production accounts

  • Overseeing the Accounts inbox and incoming post

  • Assisting in the preparation of statutory accounts

  • Supporting interim and year-end audits and Companies House compliance

  • Assisting with ad hoc financial analysis and projects as required

  • Responding to finance-related queries from suppliers and production teams

Corporate Reporting Responsibilities

  • Supporting monthly cash flow reporting to Group Head Office

  • Assisting with month-end close reporting

  • Assisting with corporate VAT returns for UK entities

  • Supporting budgeting and forecasting processes

  • Assisting with ad hoc queries from Group Head Office

About You

  • Studying towards a finance qualification - CIMA/ACCA

  • Basic knowledge of accounting software

  • Strong Excel skills with the ability to accurately manipulate large data sets

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

  • Highly organised with the ability to work to tight deadlines

  • Strong attention to detail

  • Ability to multitask in a dynamic, fast-paced environment

  • Confident building effective working relationships across the business

The ideal candidate will have a proactive approach, strong attention to detail and a genuine interest in film and television. This is an office-based position with full study support on offer (ACCA/CIMA/AAT)

Apply now!


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