Opportunity
Accounts Assistant
Company
Kudos Film and Television Limited
Location
Farringdon, London
Company Overview
Kudos, part of Banijay UK, is one of the world's leading television production companies, specialising in scripted content. We work with the best global talent to create, develop, and produce popular, innovative, award-winning drama and comedy series. Recent productions include SAS Rogue Heroes (BBC One), The You Run (Sky One), Grantchester (ITV), This Town (BBC One) among many others. Production is also underway on House of Guinness with Netflix, a series written by Steven Knight chronicling a tumultuous period for the world-famous Guinness family.
Job Purpose
The Accounts Assistant will be part of the Finance team which supports the Production activities of Kudos and Wild Mercury, and ensures the reporting, analysis and compliance requirements of the business are met. Kudos is a collaborative, friendly and inclusive team. We are looking for someone with a passion for scripted television, who has a pro-active attitude, an eye for detail and accuracy, and enthusiasm for learning. This is the perfect opportunity for a Finance Assistant who is keen to develop and take on a new challenge.
Duties
Operational responsibilities
Weekly Supplier payments and creation of New Supplier Accounts
Co-ordinating weekly cash requirements of productions
Intercompany bank transfers and supporting weekly cashflow funding
Processing expense claims & invoices weekly
Pleo, Credit Card and Petty Cash monitoring and reconciliation
Monitoring of Supplier Month End positions
Month end journal posting
Bank reconciliations across Corporate and Production accounts
Overseeing the Accounts inbox and post
Corporate reporting responsibilities
Supporting monthly cashflow reporting to Banijay Corporate head office
Supporting month-end close reporting Banijay Corporate head office
Assisting with corporate VAT return for Banijay UK and other UK entities
Supporting Budgeting and Forecasting processes
Assisting with queries from Banijay Corporate head office
Knowledge & Skills
Accountant studying for Finance qualification / AAT
Knowledge of basic accounting software (SAP or PMI, SAGE)
Strong proficiency in Excel & the ability to accurately manipulate large amounts of data
Excellent written and verbal communication
Exceptionally well organised and an ability to work to tight deadlines
Ability to develop working relationships across the business
Ability to multi-task and work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
Strong attention to detail
Reporting to - Finance Director
Contract type - Permanent
Hours - 9.30am - 6pm
Date posted - 31st May 2024
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