Job Description

Job Title:

Bookkeeping Assistant (Entry-Level)

Hours:

40 hours per week

Location:

Unit 4-7, West Point Business Park, Westmead, Aylesford, ME20 6XJ

Reports to:

Head of Finance

Job Category:

Finance

Direct reports:

N/A

Salary:

26k per annum

Minimum Experience:

1 year

About Us

Founded in 2018, 501 Entertainment is the global leader in social entertainment, dedicated to bringing innovative and engaging solutions to the market. As a pioneering tech company, we specialise in developing competitive socialising equipment. Our mission is to transform traditional activities, such as darts, golf, and more into digitally enhanced experiences that bring people together in fun and engaging ways.

About the Role

We're seeking an entry-level bookkeeping assistant that will work as part of our internal finance team. Your job will be to help us stay on top of the basics keeping books clean, cash reconciled, and suppliers and customers in check. This would be a great opportunity for someone who is looking to grow their skills in a supportive environment, where learning and development are at the heart of what we do.

What We're Looking For

Invoice management:

Post supplier invoices accurately and on time

Reconciliation:

Reconcile daily and monthly bank transactions across multiple accounts

Administration:

Support ad hoc finance tasks as the team grows and evolves, assist with month-end processes as required, maintain accurate records in Xero and ensure all entries are well-documented

Clear verbal and written communication:

Monitor and chase late customer payments professionally. Answer in-coming telephone calls politely and professionally

Familiarity with spreadsheets:

Proficient in using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and cloud-based systems

Previous exposure to Xero

: Although this is not essential it would be useful

Experience required:

Someone with exposure to and some experience in bookkeeping tasks

Core skills

The 'how' we fulfil our role is very important and therefore the following skills required for this role have been identified as;

Communication:

Clear, persuasive communicator with the ability to communicate at all levels

Trustworthy:

Builds and maintains the trust of others, only makes commitments that can be met

A keen interest:

Demonstrated interest in finance, accounting, or business operations

Strong attention to detail:

Someone who has an organised approach to work, excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy

What We Offer

On-the-job training and close mentorship from qualified finance professionals Exposure to the full workings of a scaling business A dynamic, fast-paced environment where ideas are welcomed and ownership is encouraged Competitive salary, commensurate with experience 25 days annual leave + bank holidays Company pension scheme Cycle to work scheme Birthday off work Life Insurance Bonus scheme Collaborative and supportive work environment Opportunities for professional growth and development, with opportunities to take on more responsibility over time Quarterly team meeting and social events

Why Join Us?

At 501 Entertainment, we believe in fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment. As a bookkeeper, you will have the opportunity to grow with us and adapt your role to meet the evolving needs of the business. If you have a keen interest in finance, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we would love to hear from you!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From 26,208.00 per year

Additional pay:

Bonus scheme
Benefits:

Additional leave Casual dress Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Free parking Health & wellbeing programme Life insurance On-site parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: 501 FUN / BOOKKEEPING ASSISTANT