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Contract type: Part-time, permanent contractWorking pattern: 2.5 days/18.75 hours per weekLocation: Holborn, in office - flexible working arrangements availableStart date: ASAPSalary/rate:  £26-32k full-time equivalent, dependent on experience, prorated to 18.75 hours per week.Application deadline: Monday 29th April 2024, 9am Novel are looking for a part time finance assistant to join our team. As a key member of our Finance team, you will be instrumental in supporting the finance director and keeping the department running efficiently and smoothly, while supporting the business. This is a varied role in a thriving audio production company where you will be working primarily across processing of supplier invoices and staff expenses, payment runs but also including basic bookkeeping, month end reconciliations and ad hoc reporting. There will also be other ad hoc tasks as required. We operate a hybrid working mode and you’ll be in the office 1 to 2 days a week using your interpersonal skills and written and verbal communication skills, acting as an internal point of contact for all accounts queries. You will also manage the accounts inbox responding to queries from suppliers, operations and the wider business and ensuring invoices are processed on time. This role is suitable for someone who's AAT qualified or has just graduated, or someone who is working towards an accounting qualification. Experience in a production company is advantageous but not necessary. What's key is someone with the right attitude, an interest in the production environment and a willingness to learn in a fast paced environment. Responsibilities<ul><li>Carrying out day to day finance and accounting operations as directed by the FD </li><li>Accurately code and process supplier invoices, ensuring accuracy</li><li>Reconcile supplier statements and address discrepancies</li><li>Payment runs (including supplier, VAT, PAYE, payroll)</li><li>Set up new supplier and client codes and follow correct administrative procedures</li><li>Maintain the approval matrix for invoices (ApprovalMax)</li><li>Preparation of month end reconciliations</li><li>Preparation of bank reconciliations</li><li>Processing month end journals</li><li>Assist the FD in the weekly, monthly and quarterly processes</li><li>Manage the accounts email address and respond to enquiries as efficiently</li><li>General departmental administration</li></ul> Knowledge, skills and experience<ul><li>Thorough knowledge of the purchase to pay process</li><li>Understanding of the basics of accounting</li><li>Accuracy and eye for detail</li><li>Great interpersonal skills and strong organisational skills </li><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills and an ability to relay information to non finance teams clearly </li><li>Discretion and diligence</li><li>Motivated and proactively reports back to line manager as appropriate</li><li>A conscientious, methodical and meticulous approach to your duties</li><li>Fluency with Excel (required) and Quickbooks (advantageous)</li><li>AAT qualified, or a recent graduate looking for their first role</li></ul> How to applyIf you're passionate about supporting teams across the finance function we’d love to hear from you. Please email us with the subject line ‘Finance Assistant’’ at to the email address found via the 'apply' button, and include the following:<ul><li>Your CV</li><li>A two paragraph cover note explaining why this is the role for you</li></ul>Please note this role is only open to those who are eligible to work in the UK. Flexible working arrangements and options will be discussed at the interview stage.  Interview processYou will hear from us within 4 weeks of the application deadline regarding the outcome of your application. StagesStage 1 - Screening call Stage 2 - Interview with finance director and member of the operations teamWe aim to conduct interviews in the first 2 weeks of May.  Benefits<ul><li>11.5 days of holiday, plus Bank Holidays</li><li>+ 3 days’ company closure between Christmas and New Year</li><li>A day off for your birthday </li><li>Reset/Mental Health days </li><li>Volunteering days</li><li>Work From Anywhere allowance (for eligible roles)</li><li>Enhanced equal parental leave and pay (16 weeks)</li><li>Enhanced neonatal leave and pay</li><li>Private health insurance</li><li>Wellbeing/Mental Health Support</li><li>Life insurance and Income Protection Cover</li><li>Season ticket loan</li><li>Cycle to work scheme</li><li>Hybrid working / flexible hours</li><li>Employee Assistance Programme</li></ul> We are an equal opportunity employer and believe that diverse voices are essential to creating compelling podcasts. We are committed to creating a diverse workforce, and every day, we choose to be inclusive with our actions and words. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds, particularly those underrepresented in the industry, such as women, people of colour, LGBTQ+ individuals, other minorities, and people with disabilities. We look forward to hearing from you.  Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

Novel

Finance assistant

Closing date for applications: 29th April at 11.59pmSalary: £25,390 per annumStart: January 2025Duration: 15 monthsQualification offered: <a href="https://paragonskills.co.uk/apprenticeships/accountancy/accounts-or-finance-assistant-level-2-apprenticeship/" target="_blank">AAT Level 2</a>Reports to: Production Finance ApprenticeDepartment: Senior Production Finance Manager Work together a Level 2 qualification in accounts/finance while working with Channel 4 in this 15-month apprenticeship!If you are looking for an opportunity to gain work experience and a qualification, then an apprenticeship at Channel 4 might be for you. These apprenticeships are aimed at school leavers and people who do not have a degree (full eligibility criteria below).Our Apprenticeships are full-time, with four days per week spent working in a C4 department and one day per week completing the formal learning parts of the apprenticeship. You’ll spend 60% of your working week in your office base and 40% working from home. The formal training provided will consist of workshops, tutorials, webinars, coaching and in some cases residential boot camps. You can read more about the qualification being offered for this apprenticeship below.Commercial Affairs is responsible for the financial, legal and business aspects of programme making and is tasked with negotiating all contractual, financial and other deal terms between Channel 4 and programme suppliers, in particular independent companies who make programmes on Channel 4’s behalf. The commissioning teams are supported by Legal and Business Affairs Managers and Production Finance Managers who work with commissioning editors to agree the editorial, financial and contractual details of each project, and to manage the business issues arising. Responsibilities<ul><li>Preparation of agendas and meeting minutes for Business Approval Board and Programme Finance Committee.</li><li>Coding and undertaking necessary checks to process invoices.</li><li>Preparation and analysis of spend to date reports.</li><li>Maintenance of some departmental spreadsheets.  </li><li>Creating Journals for error correction within the team and sending them on to the relevant management accountant.</li><li>General admin and team support to include diary management, meeting organisation, and organisation of away day activities.</li><li>Running transactional reports from Business Objects (reporting system) and carrying out ad-hoc reconciliations and analysis.</li><li>Assisting the Controller of Production Finance with the management of the Creative Diversity department budget.</li><li>Ensure that all essential information is electronically filed and easily accessible across the Production Finance team;</li><li>Support the production finance team with other duties as required by the role.  </li></ul> Knowledge, skills, experienceAs part of the application process you’ll be asked to tell us how you meet the essential criteria listed below. When answering this question think about examples from your experience so far, this doesn’t need to be professional experience but could be academic, from volunteering or a part-time job. We’ve provided some examples beside the first four criteria of experience that could demonstrate you have these skills.  Please note you do not need to use these examples, they are just here for guidance and you should draw from your own personal experiences. <ul><li>Verbal and written communication skills - Verbal - e.g. experience of dealing with customers or working as part of a team. Communication – e.g. writing emails, completing an application form or essay, or if you have a hobby that involves creative writing. </li><li>Attention to detail -  e.g. Cashing up on tills or proofreading coursework.</li><li>Organisation skills and ability to prioritise tasks - e.g. Planning events whether personal or for professional purposes, as well as managing work life balance, for example working whilst doing coursework/exams. </li><li>An understanding of and a passion for Channel 4's <a href="https://www.channel4.com/corporate/about-4/what-we-do/channel-4s-remit" target="_blank">remit </a></li><li>Confirm you have Maths &amp; English GCSE Grade C (4) or above</li><li>Numerate and confident dealing with figures</li><li>Highly diligent, organised, and self-motivated</li><li>Computer literacy with experience of using Excel and MS Power-point</li></ul> Eligibility criteria<ul><li>You must be 18 years old or over at the time the scheme starts to apply. There is no upper age limit.</li><li>You’ll need to have a Grade C (4) or above in Maths &amp; English GCSE.</li><li>You can’t have already completed the qualification being offered or similar at the same or higher level.</li><li>Our apprenticeships are aimed at school leavers and people who do not have a degree.</li></ul>The programme aims to offer opportunities to those currently underrepresented in the TV industry, so we are particularly keen to hear from Deaf and/or disabled people, ethnically diverse people and people from lower socio-economic groups. To applyClick on the 'apply' button at the top right to progress the application process. Please include in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.We are committed to making the application process accessible. If you would like to discuss suggestions for alternative formats, or have any questions about the recruitment process in general, please contact us at <a href="http://mailto:apprenticeships@channel4.co.uk/" target="_blank">apprenticeships@channel4.co.uk</a>. Take a look at our access page for more information, which you’ll find by clicking <a href="https://careers.channel4.com/4skills/support" target="_blank">here</a>. You can also watch our YouTube video, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OyCCQAp4jwg&amp;t=1s" target="_blank">Demystifying Interview and Workplace adjustments</a>. If you’d like some tips on writing your application before you apply, please watch our YouTube video, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OyCCQAp4jwg&amp;t=1s" target="_blank">How to Write an Outstanding Application</a>.  Relocation If you need to relocate in order to take up this opportunity, we can offer you support towards the financial costs of moving. This includes a contribution towards your deposit and first months’ rent, plus visits to your new city to look for accommodation.

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