Accounts Assistant - Media Startup
- Recruiter
- Handle Recruitment
- Location
- London
- Contract
- Permanent
- Work pattern
- Not Specified
- First listed by Ontap
- 17 September 2026
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Job description
We're looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Assistant to join a growing media business. This is a hands-on role within a lean finance team, combining high-volume transaction processing with project accounting and cost allocation across a busy portfolio of shows and departments.
Responsibilities:
Transaction Processing & Reconciliations
Process high-volume invoices, expenses and card transactions accurately
Code and reconcile transactions using Moss and other finance systems
Complete monthly bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
Project & Department Accounting
Track and allocate costs across projects, shows and departments
Ensure costs are coded accurately and support project-level reporting
Work with producers and department heads to resolve queries
Invoicing & Month-End
Raise sales invoices and monitor outstanding balances
Support the Finance Manager with month-end close
Stakeholder & Process Support
Handle day-to-day finance queries from internal stakeholders and suppliers
Support ad hoc finance projects and identify opportunities to improve and automate processes
Requirements:
Essential
2+ years' experience in a high-volume finance role, ideally in scale-up or startup environment
Strong experience with project or department-based accounting, including cost allocation and tracking
Experience using project accounting software, such as Sage 200 or similar
Experience with AP or spend-management systems such as Moss, Pleo, Spendesk or Ramp
Strong Excel and general systems skills
Excellent attention to detail with a proactive, organised approach
Confident communicator, comfortable working with internal stakeholders and resolving queries
Desirable
Part-qualified or actively studying towards AAT, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent
Experience within a high-growth media, entertainment, production or another project-based environment
Interest in AI, automation and improving finance processes
Previous experience using Moss
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.