Charlie Cash Recruitment
Finance Assistant - Marketing Agency
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Finance Assistant
London | £30,000 - £35,000 DOE + Bonus + Private Healthcare + Excellent Benefits
Are you an organised and detail-oriented Finance Assistant looking to join a fast-growing creative agency with an exciting client portfolio?
We're partnering with an award-winning independent marketing agency that delivers innovative campaigns for some of the world's biggest consumer brands. Working across experiential marketing, live events, brand activations, social campaigns and youth-focused marketing, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a collaborative and ambitious business where you'll play a key role within a growing finance team.
Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, you'll support the day-to-day financial operations of the agency, helping to ensure accurate reporting, strong financial controls and the smooth running of campaign finances. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a solid bookkeeping or finance background who enjoys working in a fast-paced, creative environment and is looking to develop their career.
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As Finance Assistant, your responsibilities will include:
- Processing daily financial transactions, including invoices, payments, receipts and journals.
- Managing the purchase ledger and supporting accounts payable activities.
- Completing regular bank reconciliations.
- Monitoring company expenses and ensuring accurate coding and record keeping.
- Assisting with month-end processes, financial reporting and balance sheet reconciliations.
- Supporting the maintenance of the general ledger.
- Assisting with audit preparation and financial compliance.
- Supporting cashflow reporting with accurate and timely financial information.
- Liaising with internal project teams regarding campaign WIP and project costs.
- Maintaining finance systems, including Paprika and Xero.
- Providing wider administrative and financial support to the Finance Controller when required.
About You
We're looking for someone who has:
- At least 2 years' experience within a Finance Assistant, Accounts Assistant or Bookkeeper role.
- Previous experience using accounting software such as Paprika and/or Xero.
- Excellent attention to detail with strong numerical and analytical skills.
- A proactive approach with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Strong organisational and communication skills.
- A good understanding of UK accounting principles, VAT and financial processes.
- Previous experience within a creative, marketing, media or events agency would be advantageous, although not essential.
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What's on Offer?
- Salary of £30,000 - £35,000 DOE
- Annual bonus scheme
- Private healthcare
- Pension scheme
- 24 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Genuine opportunities for career progression
- Regular team socials and company events
- Employee incentives and lifestyle discounts
- Hybrid working within a vibrant Central London office
- The opportunity to join a creative, people-first agency working with globally recognised brands
If you're looking to build your finance career within a thriving creative agency that values its people and offers genuine progression, we'd love to hear from you.
Get in touch - charlie@charliecash.co.uk
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