Job Description

BOOKEEPING ASSISTANT / Assistant Number Cruncher

We're seeking a driven and detail-oriented individual to support our bookkeeper in managing accounts payable and receivable within our Xero accounting software. If you're AAT or ACCA qualified and have a knack for numbers, this flexible, part-time role could be a perfect fit.

You'll bring your analytical nature and keen eye for detail to ensure transactions are processed swiftly and accurately, while communicating professionally with freelance colleagues, suppliers, and the wider First Sight Media team.

This role is flexible (15-18 hours per week), We are open to discussing which days are worked; however, Wednesday is a compulsory office day. Ideally, we are looking for someone available on Thursdays and Fridays, with a minimum requirement of two days per week based in the office.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Transacting Transactions

Helping process the wealth of transactions in our accounting software - from supplier invoices to staff expenses, and everything in between.

Retail Reconciliation

Matching and processing sales from our Shopify and Stripe retail stores - including importing via Excel based data.

Measure Twice, Cut Once

Raising queries with staff or supplier as necessary to ensure the data you enter is accurate and correct.

Hands-on Management

Working alongside our bookkeeper, you'll take pride in co-owning our accountancy processes and delivering in time for quarter ends.

EXPERIENCE NEEDED

Essential:

Understanding of bookkeeping principles and the importance of

attention to detail

.

Experience with Xero accounting software.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general IT literacy.

Desirable:

AAT Level 2 or higher

Experience with Xero accounting software.

Familiarity with fast-paced, dynamic work environments.

Experience working with Shopify and/or Stripe.

Location

: First Sight Media offices at OX18 (Hybrid with opportunity to work from home regularly)

Reports to

: Bookkeeper / Managing Director

Employment Type

: Part-time (15/18 hours) We are open to discussing which days are worked; however, Wednesday is a compulsory office day. Ideally, we are looking for someone available on Thursdays and Fridays, with a minimum requirement of two days per week based in the office.

Salary

: 20,000 - 25,000

FTE (Full Time Equivalent)

Although we jokingly refer to "number crunching" the focus of this role is on accurate processing, not actual crunching. Unless you bring biscuits! In which case we'll happily crunch together.*

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 24,000.00-29,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Sick pay
Experience:

Accounting: 1 year (preferred) bookkeeping: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person