Part Qualified Accountant - Creative Division

We are looking for a Semi Senior accountant to support high profile creative clients with day to day bookkeeping, management accounts, VAT and tour accounting within our music and entertainment division.

SRLV are a leading firm of chartered accountants, business management specialists and corporate and private client advisors based in Fitzrovia, a vibrant and exciting hub in Central London.

With our roots firmly in the creative world of music and entertainment, we are widely recognised as one of the top UK advisors in our industry and support a roster of musicians, actors, performers, presenters and influencers, alongside their support networks of managers and talent agencies.

We are seeking a Part Qualified Accountant to join our very friendly Creative Division, working in a modern office in the heart of London’s Fitzrovia, moments away from the hustle and bustle of Oxford Circus.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual wanting to develop their career in accounting. We will offer you the chance to gain that all-important experience whilst providing full study support to cement and build upon your theoretical knowledge. You will also have the chance to learn what it takes to manage a varied client portfolio.

Working closely with two experienced managers, you’ll play a key role in delivering day to day financial support to a portfolio of predominantly well-known musicians and creative professionals. This role offers hands-on exposure to all aspects of client accounting, giving you the chance to develop both your technical skills and your understanding of the entertainment industry.

You’ll be supported by a knowledgeable and collaborative team who are invested in your development, helping you build confidence, refine your expertise, and broaden your experience across a varied and engaging client portfolio

• Day to day client bookkeeping, accounts payable, accounts receivable.
• Dealing with basic queries from clients/booking agents/external bookkeepers.
• Tour accounting, including withholding tax work.
• Overseeing monthly payrolls.
• Reviewing work carried out by junior team members.
• Preparation of quarterly VAT returns.
• Preparing management accounts.
• Preparing year-end accounts.
• Assisting in the preparation of information to non-UK accountants/business managers

Our people have the experience and expertise to advise clients and work collaboratively to support them at the highest level. When expanding our teams, we look for curiosity, motivation and a desire to learn, thoughtful people who will bring different perspectives and experience. People who want to contribute to a high-quality client service as part of a supportive collaborative team.

To be considered, you should:

• Have a ‘can do’ attitude
• Use initiative
• Have a willingness to learn and develop
• Have an excellent attention to detail
• Be a team player
• Have excellent communication skills
• Have a genuine interest in the Music industry

• Experience already working in an accountancy environment, approximately 2 years.
• Music accounting experience is highly desirable but not essential
• AAT qualified or ACCA/ACA studier.

Based in our contemporary open plan offices in London’s vibrant West-End, our staff enjoy a wide range of benefits:

• Competitive salary with opportunities for promotion and annual pay rises
• Full ACA, ACCA or AAT study support, with paid study leave
• Discretionary bonus scheme for those gaining their qualification
• 20 days’ annual leave plus 8 bank holidays & 3 additional days over Christmas
• Flexible leave and hybrid working
• Well-being support, including counselling, gym & other fitness discounts
• Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loans
• Regular socials and community events – pizza Fridays, rooftop drinks, firmwide parties and fundraisers
• Fully funded professional memberships
• BUPA medical insurance and options for family cover
• Aviva group Life Insurance

• Hours:
  
  9.30am – 5.30pm
• Flexible working: 3 days (+) in office, 2 days at home