ASSISTANT CLIENT ACCOUNTANT - JOB DESCRIPTION

www.shaftesburytheatre.com

ESSENTIAL SKILLS

· Strong understanding of financial and reporting systems.
· High attention to detail and accuracy.
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders across the business.
· Resilient, proactive, and results-driven, with a strong ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
· Self-starter with problem-solving skills and a collaborative approach to teamwork.
· Understanding of VAT principles.
· Proficient at using Microsoft Excel (formulas, pivot table, v-lookup, basic modelling, etc).
· A minimum of two years of previous experience working within accounting, accounts or bookkeeping.

DESIRABLE SKILLS OR KNOWLEDGE

· Experience working on Xero accounting software and/or Tagmin platform

• Is flexible and open to working varied hours if needed.
• Can take initiative and solve problems independently.
• Enjoys working as part of a team.
• Good interpersonal and social skills
• An interest in or passion for theatre and the performing arts

PURPOSE

The Theatre of Comedy Company is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Assistant Client Accountant to support the Accounts Department in delivering a high-quality financial service to our Talent Agency Division, including Blue Book Artist Management, MMB Creative, The Galton Agency, and Bedford Square Voices.
This role is vital in ensuring the smooth financial management of client accounts, with key responsibilities including maintaining accurate records, managing invoicing and income collection, processing payments, reconciling bank accounts, and handling client financial queries efficiently.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

· Work collaboratively with a team of two Client Accountants.
· Raise commercial invoices and credit notes on behalf of agencies & clients using Tagmin.
· Assist in the execution of the weekly client payment run, including: - Preparing remittance advice. - Deducting commission. - Submitting payments for processing.
· Reconcile both Operational and client bank accounts daily and allocate receipts in preparation for payment runs and payment transactions.
· Manage and follow up on outstanding debt to ensure timely collection in line with agreed credit terms.
· Provide assistance on monthly financial statements with the client accountants, including all sales and commission invoice records.
· Complete new supplier/client forms and manage their setup in internal systems.
· Build and maintain strong working relationships with Agents and managers, to ensure jobs and contracts are loaded and information is correct.

· Provide cover and support for team members during leave and as required for ad hoc projects.

• Taking part in special projects or tasks as assigned by the Financial Director and/or your line manager
• Communicating clearly with colleagues and respecting confidentiality where needed.
• Following all company policies, including Equal Opportunities, Health and Safety, and Data Protection.