Assistant Financial Accountant - music

Handle Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An international music business is seeking an Assistant Financial Accountant for an initial 6-month contract. The role involves managing payments, reconciling bank balances, and supporting Accounts Payable and Receivables functions. The position may lead to a permanent role, and the company values diversity and inclusion in its hiring process.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in AP/AR/Banking functions is required.
• Confident communicator with good Excel skills.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage BACS and CHAPS payment runs.
• Process critical payments via Barclays.net.
• Reconcile local bank balances.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Communication

Excel

Tools

SAP

Job description

International Music business is seeking an Assistant Financial Accountant on an initial 6-month contract. You will join their team to support key Accounts Payable, Receivables, and Treasury functions. You'll work closely with UK-based teams and our global shared service centres.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage BACS and CHAPS payment runs
• Process critical payments via Barclays.net
• Reconcile local bank balances
• Handle supplier payment queries and verifications
• Post daily bank items and support AP issue resolution
• Review customer applications and support credit checks

What We're Looking For:

• Strong organisational skills & attention to detail
• Positive, proactive approach to problem-solving
• Confident communicator with good Excel skills
• Previous experience in AP/AR/Banking functions
• SAP experience is a plus

This role is initially for 6 months with the possibility of becoming permanent. If interested, apply today. Due to the high volume of applicants, we may not be able to respond to everyone.

Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.