Job Description

ROLE OVERVIEW

Croud is a global, full service digital marketing agency with a unique business model that helps businesses drive sustainable growth in the new world of marketing. Croud was recently named a Sunday Times Best Place to Work for the second year in a row, and was named Performance Marketing Employer of the Year by PMW.


At Croud, we unlock potential by elevating our people, clients, and communities within a rapidly advancing and complex economy. We operate as a unique scaled network of Intelligent, Creative Specialists, enabling us to deliver superior brand outcomes and unlock potential for our people, our clients and our communities.


Our culture is strategically driven and inspired by a shared long-term vision. It is collaborative and connected, with a focus on continuous learning and mutual support.


We are energised by future thinking, driving innovation to achieve better outcomes. We are instinctively generous, actively including and empowering our people. Above all, we are purpose-driven, committed to positively impacting our people, the planet, and our global communities.


The Accounts Assistant will primarily support the day to day operations of the Accounts Receivable function across all group entities, with additional scope to assist the Accounts Payable team as needed.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Process client invoices, including both revenue and pass through costs Assist the Accounts Receivable Manager on credit control activities Perform media spend reconciliations during month-end close to ensure accuracy and completeness of media-related costs Reconcile media holding accounts in the balance sheet to ensure accurate financial reporting Process purchase invoices for suppliers including pass through costs Bank reconciliations Reconciliation of transactions on the Travel and Entertainment platform, Navan Assist in month-end reconciliation and posting of accounting journals as requested by the Group Financial Accountant to facilitate month-end closing procedures Support the weekly supplier payment runs, allocating and posting payments to the system and sending remittances Keep supplier platform (Align) updated and undertake new supplier verification checks Produce supplier statement reconciliations and investigate differences Provide support in managing the accounts receivable, accounts payable and media spend inbox when requested Assist with the annual audit Assist with ad-hoc queries from the business

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Strong attention to detail with an analytical and methodical approach to tasks Passion for accounting and finance with an aptitude for numbers Experience working in a fast-paced, high volume, transaction oriented environment Highly organised with the ability to re-prioritise workload depending on the urgency of requests Proven competence of working in a team environment to achieve a shared goal but also confident when working independently Approachable individual with excellent, interpersonal and communication skills capable of building strong working relationships with internal staff and clients Computer literate with a strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint (or Google Suite equivalent), specifically Excel where intermediate skills are essential (VLOOKUP, SUMIFS, Pivot Tables, basic data manipulation) Previous experience working with Xero is preferable but not required

COMPANY BENEFITS

Croud operates a hybrid working model with a

minimum of 3 days a week

based in our

Shrewsbury office

and the remaining days from home if you wish.


Croud offers a clear path to progression for all members of staff. We are committed to offering development opportunities alongside a support system of regular performance reviews. The opportunities are endless!


On completion of the three-month probation period, every employee is eligible for the benefits listed on our careers site which include:

25 days holidays holiday per year with the option to purchase an additional 5 days Discretionary annual performance based incentive Sales Commission Sabbatical: Paid sabbatical at 7 years with an option to take it unpaid at 5 years Recruitment Referral Bonus Health & Wellbeing Contribution Ride to Work Scheme Railcard & Season Ticket Loan Home Office Equipment (chair and screen) Office Perks: Free fruit, breakfast cereals, lunches twice a week, snacks, and tea/coffee Enhanced Family Leave: Including primary and secondary family leave, extended parental leave, and shared family leave. Life Assurance & Income Protection Medical Cash Plan Pension Learning & Development: Access to Croud Campus, curated third-party learning platforms, and an IPA Membership with subsidised training and events Peer Recognition: Through our "Bonusly" program Team Off-Sites & Social Events Year-round Holiday Celebrations Flexible Working Options A Day to Make a Difference

Standard hours are from 9.00am to 5.30pm, there's flexibility if agreed in advance with your line managers (it may also be necessary on occasions to work outside of these hours).


Croud is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. All candidates will be assessed based on merit, qualifications and their ability to perform the requirements of the role.

OUR VALUES

At Croud, our vision centres around the idea of unlocking potential. We do this by elevating everyone in an inclusive and progressive culture, empowering individuals to deliver their best work. This means we build better brand outcomes, and unlock potential for our people, our clients and our communities.


We live and breathe five core values that foster a culture where everyone can thrive. Our commitment to elevating each other is fundamental to both our cultural and business success. The ideal candidate will excel in and demonstrate the following:

In it together

- our value on integration, collaboration and outcomes

Eye on the future

- our value on futurism, creativity and passion

Generous in spirit

- our value on people, development and inclusion

Do what you say

- our value on integrity and accountability *

Make a difference

- More than a value, this is our guiding principle. It ensures we grow the right way, broadens our impact beyond Croud, and strengthens our purpose