SRLV
Trainee Accountant (Assistant) - Creative Division
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OUR FIRM
SRLV are a leading firm of chartered accountants, business management specialists and corporate and private client advisors based in Fitzrovia, a vibrant and exciting hub in Central London.
With our roots firmly in the creative world of music and entertainment, we are widely recognised as one of the top three UK advisors in our industry and support a roster of musicians, actors, performers, presenters, and influencers, alongside their support networks of managers and talent agencies.
THE ROLE
This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual looking for a challenging and exciting role with one of the leading Music, Media and Entertainment accountancy firms in the industry.
Working in the firm’s music, media and entertainment division, you will be assisting on a large portfolio of predominately film, theatre and gaming related clients.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Data entry/day-to-day bookkeeping and accounting for a portfolio of clients
- Posting payroll journals and reconciliation of PAYE/NIC control accounts
- Raising sales invoices in accordance with client contracts and updating of client contract schedule as appropriate
- Credit Control
- Payment runs
- Basic balance sheet reconciliations
- Preparation of internal month end checklist
- Preparation of VAT returns for manager review
- Assisting with all aspects of the portfolio’s financial and personal affairs, as per the clients' needs
- Client communication via telephone & email
- Research related to creative industry tax relief
- General administration as per the requirements of the client.
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WHO YOU ARE
- ‘Can do’ attitude
- Uses initiative
- Highly numerate with an aptitude for numbers
- Willingness to learn and develop
- Excellent attention to detail
- Team player
- Excellent communication skills
- Genuine interest in working with clients in the creative industry
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QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
- Bookkeeping experience using accountancy software is a distinct advantage
- Good foundation knowledge of data entry aspect of bookkeeping is essential
- Excellent numeracy skills
- Degree level education
BENEFITS
- Fantastic private medical insurance
- 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays and 3 additional days over the December holidays
- 3% Pension contribution
- Cashback scheme for medical expenses
- Group Life Insurance
- Mental and Physical Health Support
- Regular social events and activities – including pizza, breakfast and/or drinks on the rooftop terrace, office, or local venues
- Cycle to work scheme
- Season ticket loans
- Workplace nursery scheme
- Excellent office space in Fitzrovia
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
9.30am-5.30pm, Monday to Friday
Flexible working: 3 days (+) in office, 2 days at home
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