Bookkeeper-Model Talent Agency

Company: Handle Recruitment Location: London Salary: £35,000 - £38,000 per annum Posted: Jul 18, 2025
Permanent, full-time
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Job Description

Are you a Bookkeeper with 2-3 years accounting experience with industry experience working in Creative, Talent, or entertainment agency?

We are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Bookkeeper / Accounts Assistant to join a creative talent agency.

The team are in 4 days in their office in central London working from home Mondays (10AM- 6PM) and benefit from working summer hours in August (PM)

Days to Day

  • Daily data entry and maintain accurate financial records using accounting software (Xero and Salesforce)
  • Weekly credit control
  • Accounts receivable ( daily invoice preparation for review, processing and sending it to customer)
  • Process accounts payable (supplier invoices and processing payment)
  • Talent account reconciliation daily – Reconcile received payments against invoices
  • Bank reconciliations including model recharges to Xero/Salesforce and allocate to payments for payment run
  • Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts
  • Post journals and maintain general ledger entries as required
  • Maintaining Booker finance system & remittance system
  • Monitor cash flow
  • Handle cash and credit card expenses
  • Support with VAT returns and compliance
  • Liaise with suppliers, models, and internal departments as needed
  • Assist with year-end audit preparation with external auditor
  • Maintain organised and up-to-date financial files and documentation

Essential:

  • Proven experience in a bookkeeping or accounts assistant role
  • Proficiency in accounting software Xero
  • Strong Microsoft Excel and general IT skills
  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
  • Good organisational and time-management skills
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Ability to work independently and proactively

Desirable:

  • Experience in preparing VAT returns
  • Experience in a talent agency or creative industry environment
  • Experience in multi-currency transactions including invoicing, payments, and reconciliation

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.