Bookkeeper - Music and Entertainment
Location
City of London
Salary
£30,000 to £40,000
Type
Permanent
Bookkeeper
Location: Central London (West End) Salary: Competitive + Benefits Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Join a Leading Business Management & Accounting Firm
- We are working with a highly respected and growing accountancy and business management firm that supports clients across the entertainment, media, sports, technology and creative sectors.
- This is not your typical bookkeeping role.
- You'll work alongside experienced accountants and finance professionals, supporting a diverse portfolio of clients ranging from entrepreneurs and fast-growing businesses to high-net-worth individuals and well-known names within the creative industries. The firm prides itself on delivering a first-class client service while maintaining a collaborative, supportive and people-focused culture.
- Based in the heart of London's West End, the business offers genuine opportunities for development, exposure to interesting and varied work, and the chance to be part of a forward-thinking organisation investing heavily in technology and modern finance processes.
The Opportunity
As Bookkeeper, you will be a key member of the finance team, responsible for maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the day-to-day accounting requirements of a varied client portfolio. This role would suit someone who enjoys taking ownership of their work, building trusted relationships with clients and colleagues, and wants to develop their accounting career within a professional yet friendly environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Raising and processing sales invoices
- Allocating receipts and maintaining sales ledger records
- Processing supplier invoices and managing payment runs
- Maintaining purchase ledger accuracy
- Reconciling bank accounts and monitoring cash positions
- Processing and reconciling company credit cards
- Managing petty cash and expense claims
- Reconciling intercompany accounts
- Performing month-end balance sheet reconciliations
- Supporting VAT return preparation
- Assisting with management accounts
- Supporting year-end accounts preparation
- Assisting with personal and corporate tax information gathering
- Maintaining accurate electronic records and financial documentation
About You
We're looking for an organised and proactive bookkeeping professional who enjoys working as part of a collaborative team. You will ideally have:
- Previous experience in a Bookkeeper or Finance Assistant position
- Experience using accounting software such as QuickBooks, Xero or Sage
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Good Excel skills
- Excellent communication and organisational abilities
- A professional and client-focused approach
- The ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Why Apply?
- Work with exciting clients across creative, media and entertainment sectors
- Genuine career development and progression opportunities
- Exposure to a broad range of accounting and finance responsibilities
- Collaborative and supportive team culture
- Modern, forward-thinking business investing in new technology and AI-driven processes
- Prime West End location with excellent transport links
- Ongoing professional development and training
- Competitive salary and benefits package
If you're looking for a role that offers far more than standard bookkeeping, where you'll gain exposure to interesting clients, develop your technical skills and be part of a growing, ambitious firm, we'd love to hear from you.
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