Accounts and Royalties Assistant

A dynamic and growing London-based publishing company with operations in the UK and US is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Accounts and Royalties Assistant to join its Finance team. Reporting directly to the Finance Manager, this role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the company''s growth journey by supporting day-to-day financial operations, royalty processing, and production finance. Key Responsibilities: Bookkeeping and Financial Operations: Process supplier invoices accurately and ensure correct coding and authorisation. Raise and issue sales invoices in line with contractual terms. Perform weekly bank reconciliations for UK accounts. Manage weekly payment runs, including preparation and execution. Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation. Support month-end close processes, including stock reconciliations, prepayments, and accrual accounting. Review supplier invoices against purchase orders, flagging discrepancies for resolution. Track and record production costs within publishing systems. Assist in preparing management accounts and ad hoc financial reports as required. Publishing Systems and Royalties: Administer contracts within publishing systems and upload monthly sales data accurately. Produce monthly royalty reports and prepare/distribute royalty statements during payment periods. Log, track, and report on sub-rights contracts using publishing systems and accounting software. Collaborate with editorial and rights ..... full job details .....