Working for BBC Studios, we are all part of a premium content and production company that inspires global audiences. We are proud to represent some of the world's biggest, most trusted and loved content brands. We bring the best of bold, British storytelling to our region through distributing content to broadcasters, our branded services on subscription platforms and our own local production arm, as well as other commercial partnerships such as live entertainment and licensing.

We're passionate about content. We invest in it, commercialise it and create it.

We will be hiring an Assistant Production Accountant to join our growing finance community in Cardiff. As an Assistant Production Accountant, you will be embedded within our production departments working closely with the Production Management teams.

You will work with the Production Accountant in managing financial control, and ensure the delivery of timely and accurate financial information to support effective cost management.

If you're a finance professional seeking to further develop your skills in a rapidly growing, fast paced and rewarding environment, and have a keen interest in production, then this role is for you.

Role Responsibility
Record transactions in the production's books of prime entry and general ledger, and assist the preparation of weekly cost reports based on the costs recorded in the BBC's main accounting system.
Establish and review production records in order to assist with the overall cost control of the production.
Maintain a purchase order log, ensure all transactions are entered accurately in the appropriate accounting system, resolve any instances of incorrect charges and liaise with external BBC suppliers.
Provide administrative support with the booking and payment of freelance crew and Supporting Artists.
Processing expense claims, prepare weekly finance and expenditure reports and produce petty cash and bank reconciliations.
Monitor and check that costs are appropriately authorised, retain appropriate supporting documentation of all production transactions and ensure audit trails are maintained.
The Ideal Candidate
Essential:

Vocational training/experience within financial or accountancy field.
Understanding of basic accounting principles, practice, controls and compliance requirements.
Able to present and communicate finance information in a clear and concise written and verbal format to finance and non-finance people.
Numerate with analytical and problem-solving skills.
Computer literacy in key computer packages such as Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.
Valid UK driving license.
Desirable

Experience in working in a production environment within a media organisation
Working towards recognised accounting qualification e.g. ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent
So, does this sound like you? Apply today to get started.