Accounts Assistant - Sauce Recruitment Ltd : Job Details

Do you have at least one year of accounts experience in a practice environment?Are you looking for an interesting, varied role with a twist?We are working with a leading West End accountancy firm specializing in the music industry, and they are looking for a junior to join their tour accounting team.This position offers the chance to work with high-profile musicians and bands, managing the finances of their tours. Additionally, it includes a study package!You will need to be a confident communicator, eager to learn, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.The role:

• Daily review of bank accounts and cash flows for various clients, setting up approved bank payments.
• Raising and posting sales invoices for upcoming shows, reviewing the debtors list, and assisting with collections.
• Reviewing contracts to ensure correct payments are made and received.
• Maintaining and reconciling the purchase ledger, including liaising for payment authorizations.
• Posting and reconciling bank account and tour float transactions.
• Liaising with record labels for tour support requests and backend reporting.
• Preparing VAT returns.
• Posting credit card transactions and reconciling statements.

The person:

• Previous experience as an accounts assistant (minimum 12 months).
• Looking to commence or already studying towards an accountancy qualification.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A genuine interest in music.
• Great attention to detail, organized, and willing to learn.
• Experience with Sage 50 and/or Xero is an advantage.
• Comfortable using Excel.

Due to the high volume of applications received, only successful candidates will be contacted.