Job Description

Description



Here at Side International, we're excited to welcome a new Finance Assistant to our growing team. This role is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their finance career within a dynamic, international environment.



As a Finance Assistant, you'll play an important role in supporting our London-based Finance Team. Side operates several stand-alone UK business lines, each producing independent management accounts. Our team includes two qualified accountants overseeing overall management reporting, alongside a transaction management team based in India--and you'll be right at the centre of helping it all run smoothly.



Responsibilities



Entering customer receipts, supplier payments and other bank transactions and performing bank reconciliations for review

Ensuring that VAT codes are correctly input

Reviewing and reconciling Debtor and Creditor Accounts (including prepayments and accruals)

Performing a variety of accounting reconciliations including group intercompany accounts

Performing Credit control activities and providing information to support cash flow forecasting and management

Supporting the production of the monthly management accounts

Performing an initial review to identify and escalate reporting discrepancies or control issues

Completing monthly tasks checklists, particularly to ensure that processing and reconciliations and controls are complete

Assisting with preparing Year-end audit files, ensuring all information and supporting documents are electronically available, in accordance with the agreed timeframe

Assisting others in the Finance Team with any other duties as required, including the upkeep of electronic records

MIS and Reporting:

Maintain financial records for the UK business in a manner that facilitates timely and accurate Management reports

Assist FP&A teams with the preparation of budgets by providing relevant information on a regular basis

Provide accurate and timely reporting on the financial activity of the overall company

Requirements

Skills Required:

Hands-on experience in end-to-end accounting activities, balance sheet and other reconciliations and monthly and annual accounts closures

Good Communicator, "Make It Happen" attitude, and should be ready to work under pressure and long hours based on the business requirements

Have a good working relationship with the wider finance team and other departments.

Proficiency in the use of computer programs for:

Accounting ERP, particularly Microsoft D365, will be a significant advantage

Good knowledge of MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) in general and Excel in particular

Experience:

Part Qualified and actively pursuing qualification

At least 3 years Finance work experience, 2 years of accounting and reporting

Demonstrable Intermediate Excel skills

Numerate and good attention to detail

Able to demonstrate initiative and flexibility

Motivated team player with good interpersonal skills and strong desire to support the team in meeting organisational objectives

Good planning and organisational skills

Good time-management skills

Ability to resolve problems and queries quickly and efficiently

Good written and verbal communication skills in English



Benefits



Competitive remuneration, holidays, flexible working and regular team socials.



A supportive community inclusive of LGBTQ+, and any age, ethnicity, religion, or disability. We care about the wellbeing of our employees and have a dedicated employee wellbeing programme.



Studio based in Kings Cross. Onsite amenities include a gym, cafe, pub and transport to and from Kings Cross station.



We operate a hybrid model of office and remote working.



Side is a global video game development and services provider, offering technical and creative services to many of the largest developers and studios around the world. Founded in Japan in 1994, Side has grown to become a global force in the gaming industry, with studios in 14 countries worldwide and offices across North America, Europe, South America, and Asia. Our industry-leading services include art production, game development, quality assurance, player support, community management, localisation, localisation QA, audio production, and data collection.



For more information, visit www.side.inc.