This is a remote position.

Job Highlights

Contract: Independent Contractor
Schedule: 35 Hours a week - UK time zone - 10am to 5pm (7hrs a day) Monday to Friday - off weekends
Client Time zone: UK (London)

Client Overview
Join a dynamic film production company at the forefront of the entertainment industry, managing an impressive portfolio of 20+ investor-backed film projects simultaneously. This established production house operates across multiple high-profile productions, each with unique financial structures and requirements. The company combines creative excellence with sophisticated financial management, offering the perfect environment for accounting professionals who want to contribute to the magic of filmmaking while advancing their careers in a fast-paced, project-driven industry.

Job Description
This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced bookkeeper to dive into the exciting world of film production while utilising core accounting expertise. You’ll play a crucial role in maintaining financial accuracy across various high-profile film projects, working directly with production teams in a creative and innovative environment where your attention to detail and financial precision are essential to project success. The role offers the unique experience of working on one project at a time, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in each production’s financial journey from development through completion, with the flexibility to transition between different exciting projects as they evolve.

Responsibilities

Manage comprehensive bookkeeping duties for individual film production projects, ensuring financial accuracy throughout the production lifecycle
Maintain detailed financial records for project-specific entities, adapting to unique production company structures as projects transition
Handle day-to-day bookkeeping operations with exceptional attention to detail in a fast-paced creative environment
Provide additional administrative support alongside core bookkeeping functions to support production teams
Ensure full compliance with UK financial regulations and tax requirements specific to film production
Support project-based financial tracking and reporting, contributing to the success of investor-backed productions
Collaborate with production teams to maintain accurate financial oversight across multiple concurrent projects

Requirements

Essential Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in Excel, QuickBooks, and Xero (non-negotiable requirements)
Experience: Minimum 3 years of bookkeeping experience with strong UK regulatory knowledge and familiarity with UK accounting practices
Communication: Excellent English communication skills with ability to work effectively with diverse accents and international teams
Industry Background: Previous experience with UK-based companies required; film industry accounting experience highly preferred but comprehensive training provided
Professional Qualities: Exceptional attention to detail, ability to adapt to different project structures, and comfort with periodic transitions between production companies
Work Environment: Comfortable with remote work in a secure, compliant digital environment with access to cutting-edge accounting tools and AI-powered communication assistance

Benefits

Independent Contractor Perks:

Permanent work from home
Immediate hiring
Steady freelance job

Please note that since this is a permanent work-from-home position and an “Independent Contractor” arrangement, the candidates must have their own computer and internet connection. They will handle their own benefits and taxes. The professional fees are on hourly rates and the rate depends on your performance in the application process.

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Bookkeeper - UK Accounting

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Bookkeeper - UK Accounting

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