Bookkeeper


Company 

HAYS

Location 

London

Employment Hours 

Full Time

Employment Type 

Permanent

Salary 

£38,000 - £42,000 Per Annum

Job Requirements/Description
A great opportunity for a bookkeeper to join a successful media production business in London

Your new company
You will work for a thriving, family-run media production company with a reputation for creativity and excellence. They are looking for a reliable and adaptable bookkeeper to join their close-knit finance team, playing a vital role in supporting the business's continued success.

Your new role

  • Purchase Ledger Management: Process low-volume supplier invoices and make adhoc payments.
  • Sales Invoicing: Raise and issue occasional sales invoices, ensuring timely and correct billing.
  • Financial Reporting: Assist in preparing monthly management accounts and financial reports.
  • Journal Entries: Post journals including accruals, prepayments, and depreciation.
  • VAT Returns: Prepare and submit VAT returns in line with HMRC deadlines.
  • Entity Oversight: Take sole responsibility for bookkeeping and reporting for one business entity whilst providing support across six additional entities as needed.
  • Ad-hoc Duties: Assist with other finance-related tasks and projects as required
  • 9:30am-6pm Monday to Friday - 5 days in office during probationary period with flexibility to work 1 day from home per week following successful completion of a 3-month probationary period.


  • What you'll need to succeed
  • Proven experience in bookkeeping or a similar finance role in a small team.
  • Sage 50 experience is essential
  • Strong understanding of accounting principles and VAT.
  • Proficiency in Excel.
  • Flexible and adaptable approach to work.
  • Down-to-earth attitude with a strong work ethic.
  • Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.


  • What you'll get in return
  • Competitive salary (dependent on experience).
  • BUPA health insurance (after successful completion of probation).
  • Season ticket loan.
  • 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
  • Flexible working: 1 day per week from home after probation.


  • What you need to do now

    If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
    If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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    Company 

    HAYS

    Location 

    London

    Employment Hours 

    Full Time

    Employment Type 

    Permanent

    Salary 

    £38,000 - £42,000 Per Annum

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