Job Description

Reporting to:

The Managing Director

Summary:

Maintain accurate, up-to-date financial records across the business.

Working Hours:

4 days per week based at Hotcam in Park Royal, London. Typical 32 hour working week on site.

Remuneration:

32,000 - 35,000 Per annum full time equivalent / 20 Days annual leave full time equivalent.

We're seeking an experienced

Finance Officer

to manage our accounts and credit control processes.

Hotcam

is a fast-paced and ambitious company at the heart of the UK's television industry. With a 25-year trading history and credits on some of the country's best-known TV shows, we've built a strong reputation for reliability and expertise.

Overview

We're looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented accounts professional with Xero experience and a proven track-record to help maintain the integrity of our financial systems and ensure smooth day-to-day operations. Our finance team play a vital role in the running of the business, and this is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic company with a strong presence in the sector.

Key Responsibilities

Recording all financial transactions, including sales, purchases, expenses, and payments.

Managing accounts payable (supplier payments) and accounts receivable (client invoicing and income tracking).

Reconcile bank accounts and ensuring bank records match the company's financial records.

Maintain the general ledger and ensure all entries are properly coded, auditable, and that all journals are correctly recorded.

Generate core financial reports (e.g. balance sheet, P&L, cash flow) via Xero.

Support preparation and submission of VAT returns and other tax documentation.

Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes.

Ensure compliance with accounting regulations and internal policies.

Liaising with our payroll department and processing PAYE

Credit Control

Monitor and chase outstanding payments from debtors.

Maintain clear communication with clients regarding overdue invoices and arranging payment plans.

Resolve discrepancies in customer accounts and keep reconciliations up to date

Produce regular reports on aged debt, debtor days, overdue accounts and other relevant financial data.

Liaise with internal teams and external parties to resolve invoicing issues or disputes.

Support enforcement of agreed credit terms and payment plans.

Evaluate credit risk for new and existing clients

Recommend and document credit limits and payment terms

Key Skills

Xero Competencies (Essential):

Online invoicing and payment integration.

Bank feed management and reconciliation both manual and automated.

Expense management and staff reimbursement processing.

Financial reporting within Xero.

Desirable:

Experience with multi-currency accounting.

Familiarity with Xero Analytics, custom reporting and experience with third-party Xero integrations.

Strong Excel skills.

Profile:

Highly accurate, with strong attention to detail

Organised and proactive, able to prioritise and chase as needed

Confident communicator (written and verbal), particularly when chasing payments or working with staff to resolve issues.

Comfortable handling sensitive financial data.

Strong understanding of bookkeeping and financial workflows in an SME environment.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 32,000.00-35,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 32 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Free parking On-site parking Sick pay
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 01/08/2025