Assistant Production Accountant

UTAS UK; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent production company specializing in reality and entertainment programming seeks an Assistant Production Accountant in London. The role involves providing financial support for TV productions, managing accounts payable, and ensuring compliance with corporate policies. Candidates should have experience in production accountancy, knowledge of UK tax laws, and proficiency in production accounting software, particularly Eclipse and Excel.

Qualifications

• Experience in Production Accountancy for UK-based unscripted programming.
• Understanding of UK Tax laws, VAT laws, and application of PAYE.
• Proficiency in relevant Accounting Software and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-house Assistant Production Accountancy support for Non-Scripted & Entertainment TV productions.
• Manage Production Accounts Payable process and maintain financial records.
• Assist productions to comply with Company Policies and Authorizations.

Skills

Accuracy

Communication Skills

Work Ethic

Education

Experience in Production Accountancy

Tools

Production Accounting Software (Eclipse, DPF, PMI)

Excel

Job description

UTAS UK is an award-winning independent production company specializing in Reality, Entertainment, and Fact-Ent programming. Our notable shows include Made In Chelsea (E4), The Real Housewives of London (Hayu), and The Real Housewives of Cheshire (ITV2).

Responsibilities

1. Provide in-house Assistant Production Accountancy support for Non-Scripted & Entertainment TV productions.
2. Report to the Senior Production Accountant and liaise closely with the Production Finance Executive, Crew, Production, and Corporate Finance.
3. Maintain complete, accurate, and timely records and accounts reflecting all business transactions using systems like Eclipse, DPF, PMI, Excel, Banking systems, and others.
4. Assist productions to comply with Company Policies and Authorizations.
5. Manage Production Accounts Payable process, including making payments through online banking systems.
6. Issue and control P Card and Credit Card expenditure in accordance with company and banking Charts of Authority.
7. Safeguard all physical and financial information and other company assets.
8. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Desired Characteristics

• Accuracy and efficiency with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent personal and communication skills.
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude, capable of handling multiple tasks and setting priorities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Punctuality, regularity, and consistent attendance.

Qualifications

• Experience in Production Accountancy for UK-based unscripted programming.
• Understanding of UK Tax laws, VAT laws, and the application of PAYE, National Insurance, and Pension Auto Enrolment for freelance crew in the Film & Television industry.
• Proficiency in Production Accounting Software like Eclipse, DPF, PMI.
• Proficiency in Excel for managing production-related expenditure, expenses, and credit card records.