Interim Production Accounts Assistant

Handle Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media brand in London is looking for a Production Accounts Assistant to provide financial and administrative support to Production and Finance teams. This role entails budgeting, cost tracking, and liaising with various departments to ensure smooth production processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of production finance, excellent attention to detail, and proficiency in SAP.

Qualifications

• Experienced Production Finance Coordinator with a strong background in EMEA markets.
• Meticulous attention to detail, especially in reviewing financial and legal documents.
• Skilled in budget management and cost control.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and financial support across Originals productions.
• Assist Production Execs with vendor setup, PO creation in SAP, and invoice tracking.
• Support Production Finance with reconciliations and cost tracking.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Budget management

Cost control

Tools

SAP

Coupa

Job description

Handle are currently working with a hugely popular media brand who are looking for a Production Accounts Assistant! The successful candidate will provide comprehensive administrative and financial support to the Production Management and Finance teams across all content genres, including assistance with budgeting, cost tracking, audits, SAP processes, vendor setup, and cross-departmental coordination

Key responsibilities include -

• Provide administrative and financial support across Originals productions (scripted, unscripted, and animation)
• Assist Production Execs and PMs with vendor setup, PO creation in SAP, invoice tracking, and payment checks across all content types
• Liaise with internal departments (Legal, Business Affairs, Procurement, Finance, Controllership) to facilitate production processes
• Support Production Finance with reconciliations, quarter/year-end close tasks, project wrap, and variance analysis
• Manage budget code requests, monitor invoice approvals, and support cost tracking
• Validate payment amounts, reconcile supplier balances, and manage statement reviews
• Ensure timely vendor payments and manage emergency payment justifications when required

Candidate Requirements -

• Experienced Production Finance Coordinator with a strong background in EMEA markets
• Meticulous attention to detail, especially in reviewing financial and legal documents
• Strong interest in production finance and management
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Advanced knowledge of SAP and or Coupa would be highly advantageous

Skilled in budget management and cost control

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.