Bookkeeper

SUMMARY

Are you passionate about the power of laughter AND numbers?

Mischief is a global entertainment sensation, creating award winning comedy for stage, screen and beyond. Mischief is serious about silliness, currently celebrating ten years in the West End, as well as bringing joy and laughter to audiences around the world.

Mischief comprises of Mischief Worldwide Ltd, Mischief Theatre Ltd and Mischief Screen Ltd. Mischief Worldwide Ltd (MWL) holds the rights to Mischief Projects to help people around the world make Mischief, and to support, develop and license the rights of all the creative individuals who contribute to Mischief work. MWL also controls the Mischief brand and is the Mischief hub: a central place for strategy, joined up thinking, communicating internally as a broader Mischief gang, and externally to stakeholders. Mischief Theatre Ltd (MTL) is the company originally formed by the Mischief founders and continues to act as the creative development engine for Mischief. Mischief Screen (MSL) is the company through which Mischief produces its TV work.

We are looking for a part-time bookkeeper to be responsible for maintaining and processing the financial information for MWL, MTL and MSL. We also want to meet people who are passionate about the power of laughter, who are committed to excellence, enthused by theatre and media and are excited about working remotely as part of a small, busy and welcoming team.

OVERALL PURPOSE

To provide and process accurate, up-to-date financial information for Mischief Worldwide Ltd, Mischief Theatre Ltd and Mischief Screen Ltd.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Prepare and submit VAT returns
• Reconcile accounts
• Process and manage sales invoices
• Oversee recharges to other entities as required
• Update actuals in the marketing tracker
• Record purchase invoices in Xero
• Prepare and manage payment runs
• Administer payroll and NEST pensions
• Maintain fixed asset records
• Manage self-bill costs, including monthly fee calculations
• Complete quarter-end close and financial accounts
• Manage bank access for payment entries
• Assist in the preparation of statutory accounts
• Allocate income to agreed recipients
• Generate remittance notes for payments
• Prepare dividend vouchers

PERSON SPECIFICATION

• 4+ years' bookkeeper experience in the arts/media sector Rigorous attention to detail with excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Confidence in working with stakeholders, and the ability to manage time effectively
• Preferred experience of Xero
• Strong maths and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proven ability to calculate, post and manage accounting figures and financial records

We're looking for a candidate who can

• Thrive in a fast-paced environment Be passionate and determined Learn from experience

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

Mischief is a place where anyone of any background, race, ethnicity, religion, sexuality, gender identity, age, ability, or socio-economic status can thrive, feel comfortable, and be heard and accepted. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from people from a variety of backgrounds, experiences and skill sets.

Contract: Part-time, Freelance

Pay: Competitive

Expected hours: 8-16 per week

Location: Remote working with occasional meetings at MWL, which is based at the Kenny Wax Productions (KWP) office at 8th Floor Imperial House, 8 Kean Street, London, WC2B 4AS.

See Application Form for details of how to apply.