Commercial Accountant- Creative Agency - London, United Kingdom - The Industry Club t/a The Work Club London Ltd

The Industry Club t/a The Work Club London Ltd

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London, United Kingdom

1 day ago

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Description

Great opportunity to join a successful and growing B corp integrated Creative agency

They are an energetic and talented bunch, working with well known brands a variety of projects including purpose led and charity campaigns.

You will be key in making sure the agency remain profitable, working alongside the core finance team, ensuring best commercial practice is seen across the business transactions.

Training and development provided in a collaborative and supportive culture.
- £45k-£50k (some flex)

Blend of office (London) and remote working
Full Study support provided if required

The Role

Ensuring the agency hits their growth targets and is profitable
Work closely with non finance people and client leads in particular
Track and analyse revenue growth and revenue forecasting
Working with the team to confirm and process monthly revenue recognition

- revenue forecasting and client reconciliations

Improve client margins
Working with Client Services to ensure all jobs are opened, maintained, and closed in line with the correct processes
Ensure estimates are set up using correct rate cards and exchange rates
Review outstanding POs and unbilled estimates to ensure timely billing
Monthly WIP reports & any commentary necessary
Monthly Prebill reconciliation & any commentary necessary
Monthly revenue forecasts & new business pipeline
Produce monthly packs on job profitability, and servicing for Client Services
Awareness of Aged Debtors (reporting and credit control sits with Finance Assistant)
Track and highlight any over servicing on jobs
Upskill other members of the team to be more commercial
Ensure rate cards are up to date and accurate
Implement new plans, procedures and systems where you see fit, eg building a margin improvement plan
Ensure you are having regular catch ups with client leads and project managers on capacity planning and client job progress
Understanding client contracts and flag any clauses to be aware of

The Person

From a Creative/ Marketing Agency background
Commercial acumen
Sociable character

- you will need to work to work closely with the account management team

A cando attitude
Approachable and personable
Strives for excellence in a fast paced and exciting environment
We are committed to ensuring and supporting representation from all backgrounds across the creative industry, irrespective of race, religion, belief, ethnicity, age, gender, sexual orientation, disability or socioeconomic background._