Finance Administrator

Job Description

Reports to: Head of Business OperationsSalary: £30,000-38,000Annual Leave: 23 Days, plus 8 public holidays Works with: Head of Business Operations and Management TeamThe role is full-time. Key DatesApplication Deadline: 17th December, middayInterviews:tbcIf you have any extenuating reason why these dates are not possible for you, please let us know and we will do our best to accommodate if we can.Application ProcessApplicants should submit their CV and covering letter online at our website via the buttonbelow.About Us59 Productions is an award-winning design studio and production company based in London and New York. Our focus is on story driven design - finding new ways of telling amazing stories through innovative design.Our team of artists, architects,designers, writers, producers and technologists have helped create countless exciting and diverse cultural moments around the world: the video design of the Opening Ceremony of the London 2012 Olympic Games, the design and creative direction of the record-breakingDavid Bowie Is exhibition, the design of the historic project-mapping artwork on the Washington Monument for Apollo 50 - Go for the Moon, the design and delivery of the VR Documentary Grenfell: Our Home and projects of total design in which auditorium, stageand creative concept come together in productions such as Manchester International Festivals Invisible Cities. We are committed to improving the way we work across all areas of the business, including Sustainability, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging andUniversal Design.Like many other organisations, we are considering with renewed focus what Diversity means to us. What may have been acceptable a short time ago is not sufficient for the future, so we are dedicating a lot of time and resources to creatinga workplace where everyone feels valued and respected, especially those who are often excluded or underrepresented.So, if you feel that you do not see yourself represented either in the cultural sector or in this particular professional area because of anypart of your identity that makes you special, we would especially like to hear from you.About YouWe are looking for an organised, meticulous person who can assist the Head of Business Operations and the management team in the day-to-day finance managementof the company. You will need to work as a cohesive member of the team and provide support and facilitation across the Company as required.Key Responsibilities Day to day responsibilities will include but not be limited to:Financial AdministrationWorking withHead of Business Operations to oversee the accounts process including: Balance sheet & P&L monitoring including monthly journals. Running the payroll function including salary payments. Raising client invoices, inputting supplier invoices and processing supplierpayments. Updating cashflow forecasts. Bank and credit card reconciliations. Supplier account management. Managing expense claims Ordering foreign currency and distributing Per DiemsGeneral Assistance Filing, record keeping and document management Any furthergeneral or administrative tasks reasonably requestedCharacter Profile 3 years proven experience working in a finance role A proven ability to work under pressure and prioritise workload accordingly Absolute discretion and a proven track record of handlingsensitive information A knowledge and interest in the performing arts, exhibitions or design sectorsSkillsEssential: A solid understanding of bookkeeping, financial administration and finance reporting Excellent administration skills and attention to detailExcellent computer literacy A good knowledge of accounting softwareDesirable: Accountancy qualification.LocationThis role will be based out of our London office, with options for remote/home working.