Production Accountant | Boutique Theatre Accountancy SME | London/Hybrid
Harmonic are delighted to be partnering exclusively with a Theatre Accounting SME specialising in providing Production Accounting services to some of the biggest names on the West-End.
The Business
Our client is a small business operating within the Theatre and Entertainment industries, providing production accounting services to productions and immersive experiences in London. Taking a unique and personal approach to production accounting, this business aims to foster close relationships with major producers and production companies to provide bespoke finance and accounting services so the creative team can put on an amazing show. Working with major clients on the West End, with notable credits including & Juliet, Spirited Away, and Bat out of Hell. An exciting benefit of this role is the opportunity to attend previews and press-nights for shows prior to their public opening night, so this position is ideal for a theatre-lover!
Comprised of a very small, tight knit group of accountants, this is an ideal role for a strong communicator who can work autonomously, has strong communication skills, and is keen to get stuck in and involved in some of the most exciting events and shows in London.
This is a hybrid role with 3 days in-office, 2 days working from home.
The Role:
As a Production Accountant, you'll be responsible for overseeing two high-profile productions currently being developed. Your role will then expand as these projects close to then take on more responsibility and build relationships with other high-profile clients in the entertainment space.
Your main responsibilities will include managing the costs, reconciliation, and statements involved in venue management for these productions (food, drink, merchandise, venue management, etc.). Additionally, processing weekly payroll, managing invoices and expenses, and VAT are within your remit. You'll be working closely with each production's venue managers and creative staff, so the ability to communicate financial information to non-finance personnel is important to this role.
The business is bringing in an Accounts Assistant imminently, who you'll have the opportunity to mentor and work with to complete much of the invoicing, reconciliation, and payroll processes. This role is best suited for a candidate with strong bookkeeping skills who is eager to communicate with creatives and contribute to a tight-knit, small team.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee and collaborate with an Accounts Assistant to reconcile petty cash/expenses, process weekly invoices, and processing weekly payroll
- Liaise with venue manager to reconcile food and beverage income
- Assist with the creation of production accounts and cashflow reports for the General Managers and Producers of the shows
- Creating and paying royalty statements
- Regular reconciliation of bank accounts, as well as reviewing NI, tax, and pension to ensure all is paid on time
- Ad hoc reporting, liaising with production staff, and tasks to support the Head of Finance
What we need to see (essential):
- Experience within the hospitality, food and beverage, or venue management sectors
- 3-5 years of bookkeeping experience
- Strong Excel skills
- A passion for theatre and the arts!
What we'd like to see (bonus):
- Previous experience in production/project accounting
- Knowledge of Sage and QuickBooks
Salary: £35,000-£43,000
Working Pattern: 3 days in-office, 2 days WFH
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At Harmonic, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We actively welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and assure you that every candidate will be thoughtfully considered for the roles we represent, without regard to race, religion, gender expression, disability, or sexual orientation.
At Harmonic, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We actively welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and assure you that every candidate will be thoughtfully considered for the roles we represent, without regard to race, religion, gender expression, disability, or sexual orientation.