Accounts Assistant

Our client, a top independent PR agency based in the heart of Central London, are looking for a proactive, detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join their energetic team. This role offers a great opportunity to thrive in a fast-paced, creative environment and make a real impact within a supportive finance team.

Key Responsibilities:

Sales Ledger:

• Maintain accurate client information across internal systems.
• Complete and issue sales invoices promptly, ensuring income is correctly reported with the relevant accruals.
• Oversee Work in Progress (WIP) and keep the Client Billing tracker up to date.
• Manage credit control, ensuring timely payments from clients.
• Coordinate with accounts teams to ensure draft sales invoices are generated on schedule.
• Conduct monthly revenue reconciliations and post necessary journals.
• Train team members on the Paprika system, specifically the Accounts Sales module.

Payables Ledger:

• Accurately code and post supplier invoices and expenses.
• Process company credit card transactions with correct coding.
• Reconcile supplier accounts and process payments through Bankline.
• Generate purchase orders (POs) for overhead costs.
• Provide training on the Paprika system, focusing on the Accounts Purchase module.

Other Key Duties:

• Prepare and submit VAT returns.
• Conduct cashflow forecasting and perform bank reconciliations.
• Submit pension contributions through the Standard Life portal.
• Communicate and ensure adherence to finance policies across the business.
• Manage ad hoc requests as required and liaise with external auditors.

Requirements:

• Previous experience in finance within a PR or creative agency setting.
• Strong proficiency in Paprika software is essential.

This is a fantastic chance to join a growing, innovative agency and develop your finance career in a creative environment. If you’re ready to take the next step and grow within a collaborative and close-knit team, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now by sending your CV!

Please note that due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.