Job Title: Finance Assistant

Location: London, UK

Department: Finance

Reports To: Head of finance

Start Date: ASAP

Salary - £30,000 - £35,000 per annum depending on experience

About Us:

DASH Pictures is a four-time Emmy nominated film and television production company founded in 2005, based in London. For over 15 years, we have developed and produced high-end, long-form features and series for international networks including BBC, Discovery, National Geographic, HBO, Disney, The CW and many more.
We are passionate about bringing creative ideas to life and are looking for a Finance Assistant to join our growing team. This is an exciting opportunity to work within the heart of the entertainment industry and gain hands-on experience in financial operations related to TV production.

Job Overview:

Due to the growth of the company we are looking for a Finance Assistant to support the wider team and group. We are looking for someone with a passion for the Film & TV industry, and prior experience in the industry is highly desired. You will be detail oriented, proactive and eager to learn and grow. You will report to an experience Head of Finance who will also support you in your continued professional development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Providing support around month-end and preparing management accounts, including journals around WIP and revenue recognition

• Assisting with balance sheet reconciliations

• Processing invoices, ensuring that they are posted to the correct production

• Preparing bank reconciliations and payment runs

• Managing VAT returns and reconciliation

• Managing credit card reconciliations

• Maintaining production milestone tracker and raise sales invoices

• Working closely with the production team to provide ongoing financial support

• Work closely with the Head of Finance on year-end audit and group reporting

• Ad-hoc projects to support the Head of Finance

Qualifications:

• Education: A degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience. Part-qualified (AAT, ACCA, or similar) is a plus.

• Experience: At least 1-2 years of experience in a finance or accounting role, ideally in the media, entertainment, or production industry.
  
  

• Skills:

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (knowledge of Xero is a plus).

  • Strong attention to detail and ability to work with numbers accurately.

  • Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
    
    

• Personal Attributes:

  • A proactive and positive approach to work.

  • Ability to work effectively in a team and independently.

  • An interest in TV production and the creative industries is beneficial.

Why Join Us?:

• Be part of a creative and dynamic team within a leading TV production company.

• Gain exposure to a wide variety of production projects and financial operations in the entertainment industry.

• Opportunities for career growth and professional development.

• A collaborative and supportive working environment.

How to Apply:

If you’re passionate about finance and the entertainment industry, we’d love to hear from you! Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience and why you’d be a great fit for this role.

Ideally this would be a full-time role based in our London office but we are open to consider hybrid working. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.