Assistant Accountant (Music Industry)

hireful; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an Accounts Assistant to support clients in the vibrant music industry. This hybrid role involves day-to-day bookkeeping, handling VAT returns, and liaising with clients. The ideal candidate has bookkeeping experience and familiarity with accounting software. Enjoy a competitive salary of £35,000, 25 days holiday, and exclusive access to exciting events.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Access to concerts and shows

Qualifications

• Experience in bookkeeping, accounts assistant, or finance admin role.
• Strong understanding of bookkeeping principles and ledger processes.
• Confident using accounting software like Xero or QuickBooks.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day bookkeeping, including invoices, receipts, and payments.
• Supporting VAT returns and bank reconciliations.
• Liaising with clients and suppliers to resolve finance queries.

Skills

Bookkeeping experience

Understanding of VAT

Experience with accounting software

Education

AAT Level 2-3 (or equivalent)

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Job description

Behind every big gig, viral drop and chart-topper, there s someone making sure the numbers hit the right notes can you be that person?

This exciting role in a fast-growing business supporting clients across the music and entertainment industry, really helps keep the show on the road.

If you have bookkeeping / accounting experience and want to be part of this creative, vibrant industry, this is a great opportunity!

This is a hybrid role after passing probation, working 3 days per week in the Bethnal Green, East London office and 2 days working from home.

What You'll Be Doing

• Day-to-day bookkeeping, including processing invoices, receipts, payments and journals
• Supporting VAT returns, bank reconciliations and ledger maintenance
• Assisting with cashflow, forecasting and management reporting
• Liaising with clients and suppliers to resolve finance queries quickly and professionally
• Supporting credit control and debtor management
• Assisting with tour finance admin, basic withholding tax documents and client reporting
• Preparing information for personal tax returns and responding to HMRC queries

What You Need

• Experience in bookkeeping / accounts assistant / finance admin role
• AAT Level 2-3 (or equivalent experience) preferred
• Strong understanding of VAT, bookkeeping principles and ledger processes
• Confident using Xero, QuickBooks or similar accounting software
• Payroll/pensions knowledge useful, but not essential
• Ideally you have already worked within music, entertainment, television or other creative organisation

What You ll Get

• £35,000 salary
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Training and progression opportunities as the business expands
• Highly social, supportive team culture
• Exclusive access to concerts, shows, gigs and other exciting client events

If you re an Accounts Assistant or similar, looking to build your career in the music industry, apply now. We d love to speak with you.