Assistant Accountant

Cinesite; London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Cinesite is looking for an Assistant Accountant in London to support the Finance Manager in maximizing profitability for their immersive divisions. The role involves managing accounts payable, cash flow, and payroll while ensuring compliance with financial processes. Join a creative environment that values excellence and collaboration in the VFX and animation industry.

Qualifications

• Experience in accounts payable and project-based accounting.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles.
• VFX/Film Production experience is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Support financial queries and reporting for production.
• Process multi-currency bank statements into SAP.
• Manage and collect the company's cash flow.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication

Financial Processes

Education

Part Qualified or AAT Qualified Accountant

Tools

SAP by Design

Microsoft Excel

Job description

FLEXIBILITY: Cinesite has transitioned to a flexible way of working, embracing workplace shifts spurred by the pandemic.

Going forward, we don't see remote working as something that needs to come to an end; we will be embracing it. Our aim is to work with the best talent, creating the best VFX & animation. The blended model of working from home combined with working in the studio is here to stay! Full details of our flexible working plan can be found here: https://www.cinesite.com/flexibility/

Type of contract: Perm

Working arrangements: At least 1 day a week in the London office

Working hours: Full-time 9 am to 6 pm

THE ROLE

We are seeking to appoint an Assistant Accountant for the London office to support the Finance Manager and production in maximizing the profitability and financial targets of the immersive divisions, as well as helping oversee improvements in the finance function.

As an Assistant Accountant, you will support the finance function with a focus on accounts payable processes, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance.

REQUIREMENTS

• Part Qualified or AAT Qualified accountant
• Experience in accounts payable and project-based accounting
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial processes
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong communication skills with the ability to liaise with suppliers and internal stakeholders
• Proficiency in SAP by Design and Microsoft Excel
• VFX/Film Production experience is an advantage

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Production Support

• Support the Production Manager and Coordinators in London with financial queries and reporting
• Produce and maintain project reports to assist with cash flow and profitability
• Provide ad hoc financial analysis to support future growth

Production Accounting

• Process multi-currency bank statements into SAP
• Review and reconcile supplier invoices and payments
• Monitor AP and AR ledgers, resolve queries, and maintain relationships
• Assist with month-end close procedures, including journal entries and reconciliations
• Responsible for monthly revenue recognition and labor allocation to projects
• Support financial reporting and management accounts preparation
• Assist with VAT returns and ensure tax compliance
• Provide show close reports and analysis versus bidding assumptions

Cash Management

• Manage and collect the company's cash flow
• Oversee project payment schedules, ensuring sufficient cash flow and supporting renegotiations with clients
• Prepare short-term and long-term cash forecasts

Payroll

• Process monthly payroll and ensure timely payments
• Review journal postings related to payroll
• Oversee year-end processes like P60s, P11Ds, and P14s
• Ensure timely payment of PAYE/NIC/Levy contributions
• Process pensions and complete compliance reports

Other Responsibilities

• Perform general ledger reconciliations
• Reconcile intercompany accounts
• Negotiate financing as needed
• Assist with annual audits
• Support the Finance Manager with budgeting
• Support transition of new divisions onto the group banking system
• Provide ad hoc support for the Accounts Assistant and other projects

What can we offer?

Cinesite offers a positive, creative environment where leading animation and effects artists are encouraged to develop and produce challenging, award-winning work. We value excellence, expertise, and expression, collaborating with some of the world's top creative minds to produce work we are proud of.

If you want to be part of the Cinesite story, please submit your application online via our website. Successful candidates will be contacted shortly. Applications not retained will stay on file for future opportunities.