Accounts Assistant, Business Services

ccyoung; City of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading music specialist firm in the City of London seeks an accountant to manage financial records for clients in the entertainment industry. You will maintain books, prepare VAT returns, and oversee cash flows while actively supporting music artists. Applicants should have at least one year of office experience and a keen interest in the music industry. You will be part of a collaborative culture focused on personal growth and development.

Benefits

Personal development allowance

Collaborative and inclusive workplace culture

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year working in an office environment, preferably in entertainment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain books and records for Limited companies, LLPs, and sole traders.
• Prepare VAT returns in line with Making Tax Digital requirements.
• Review banking and cash flow for clients.
• Correspond with suppliers to approve purchase invoices.

Skills

Working knowledge of Xero

Working knowledge of Sage

Ability to prioritize and manage time

Effective communication skills

Ability to work well with others

Keen interest in the Music Industry

Job description

Overview

Based in the City of London, CC Young are one of the leading music specialist firms of accountants and tax advisors, with offices in London, Stockholm and Los Angeles.For over 27 years, we’ve been champions of music creators, advocating for the rights of artists, songwriters, and their teams. Our mission goes beyond numbers, we ensure our artists they are paid fairly and financially protected in an ever-changing industry.Our firm has grown steadily, expanding into specialist departments covering tax, touring, recording, publishing, business management services for artists and managers, and in-depth royalty audits via our colleagues at Y Royalties. CC Young provides comprehensive accountancy and taxation services, always with a commitment to the creative community we serve.

Duties to include

• Maintaining the books and records for Limited companies, LLPs and sole traders. This will include:
  • Cash Book and Bank Reconciliation
  • Raising and posting sales invoices, reviewing outstanding debtors and assisting with debtor collection
  • Posting purchase invoices, reviewing outstanding creditors and reconciling supplier statements
  • Posting credit card transactions and reconciling transactions
  • Preparing VAT returns in line with Making Tax Digital requirements.
• Corresponding with the banks regarding opening up of new bank accounts, confirmation of balances and receipt of documents
• To provide business management which includes the following:
  • Daily review of banking and cashflow for all clients and to set up approved bank payments
• To correspond with suppliers to gain approval on purchase invoices which need paying
  • Management of clients’ cash flow.
  • Assisting other members of the department with any ad hoc projects that may arise

Skills & Qualifications

• Working knowledge of Xero & Sage
• Minimum 1 year working in an office environment (entertainment desirable but not essential)

Knowledge and Attitudes and Behaviours

• Ability to prioritise and manage time in line with office deadlines
• Ability to meet deadlines, both those identified by management and by the applicant
• Ability to work well with others
• Ability to effectively communicate with colleagues, clients and third parties
• Ability to use own initiative
• Keen interest in the Music Industry

Why should you choose CC Young?

• Make a difference – At CC Young we are passionate about what we do and proud of the role we play in supporting the music artists, ensuring they are paid fairly. Be part of our journey.
• Serious commitment to growth – personal development is important to us. We will make sure we support your growth and give you broad experience across your role and a personal development allowance.
• Our team is our greatest asset, and we have cultivated a workplace culture that’s welcoming, collaborative, and inclusive. We encourage people to be themselves while supporting their growth.

Equal Opportunities

CC Young & Co Ltd is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to create a working environment in which all individuals are able to make best use of their skills, free from discrimination, and in which all decisions are based on merit.