Job Description
Accounts Assistant – 12 Month Fixed Term Contract
* Job Type: 12 Month Fixed Term Contract (Maternity Cover)
* Location: Glasgow (Hybrid)
* Salary: £25,000
We are seeking an Accounts Assistant to join our client, part of a well known, award-winning television production company. This role is crucial for supporting the finance department during a maternity leave period. The successful candidate will be involved in various financial operations and will work under the Accounts Payable Supervisor, contributing to the dynamic team in Glasgow and collaborating with the London office.
Day-to-Day of the Role:
* Processing purchase invoices and reconciling supplier accounts
* Managing and processing transactions on the expense management system
* Handling production petty cash reconciliations and internal accounts filing
* Assisting with the preparation of weekly payment runs and resolving supplier queries
* Supporting the month-end process and assisting the senior finance team with ad hoc tasks across the group
* Maintaining confidentiality and adhering to data protection procedures
* Complying with financial controls and company policies
* Assisting with audits and finance-related queries
* Supporting the Group AP Supervisor with various tasks as needed
Required Skills & Qualifications:
* Strong attention to detail in processing invoices, reconciliations, and data entries
* Comfortable working with figures, percentages, and financial documents
* Ability to prioritise workload, meet deadlines, and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
* Capable of working to tight month-end or production delivery deadlines
* Clear and professional verbal and written communication skills
* Ability to liaise effectively with internal teams, suppliers, freelancers, and clients
* Proactive in resolving issues independently or escalating appropriately
* High level of accuracy and numeracy
* Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint)
* Experience in a busy office environment is preferred
* Knowledge of Netsuite or similar accounting software is advantageous but not essential as full training will be provided