Artisan Stories - Ethically Handcrafted Leather Goods and Home Decor

We're seeking a reliable and experienced bookkeeper to manage our business accounts. Tasks include maintaining financial records, reconciling sales and expenses, preparing VAT returns, and ensuring everything is ready for our accountant. Experience with Xero and e-commerce platforms like Shopify and Etsy is a plus. Flexible hours, remote work possible.

About Us We are a results-driven marketing agency providing clients with actionable insights and data-backed strategies. As part of our growth, we’re looking for a skilled Finance Executive to take ownership of financial operations, reporting, and strategic planning. This is a key role in helping our team and clients make informed business decisions based on financial data and performance metrics. Key Responsibilities - Manage day-to-day financial operations including accounts payable, receivable, and cash flow tracking - Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and statements - Oversee budgeting and forecasting activities, ensuring accuracy and alignment with company goals - Monitor key financial indicators and provide variance analysis - Liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders (e.g., auditors, vendors, clients) - Ensure compliance with relevant tax laws, financial regulations, and internal policies - Support decision-making through financial modelling and business analysis - Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and controls ** What We’re Looking For** - Solid experience in a finance or accounting role (1–3 years preferred) - Strong knowledge of financial principles, reporting, and forecasting - Proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets; experience with accounting software is a plus (e.g., Xero, QuickBooks) - Exceptional attention to detail and strong analytical thinking - Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines - Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field preferred What We Offer - A collaborative, fast-paced work environment - Opportunity to work on financial planning across a variety of clients and campaigns - Career development, skill training, and room for internal progression - Exposure to a cross-functional team in a growing digital agency - Flexible work arrangements (remote/hybrid depending on role and location) If you are ready to take the next step in your finance career and contribute to a growing team, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and let’s grow together.

Salary: £34,000 – £40,000 Contract length: Permanent The London Irish Centre is seeking to appoint a Finance Manager. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the Finance team, broadening your experience in Charity accounting, management accounts, grants reporting and commercial accounting, as well as overseeing Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable. This role is unusually varied and broad with the opportunity to develop further. You will be a part or fully qualified accountant with exceptional Excel, Systems and Accounting experience. You will be a self-starter, with a high level of initiative and problem-solving skills and you thrive in a very varied financial environment. Additionally, you will also be incredibly well organised, a very fast learner with great analytical and mathematical skills who is also comfortable dealing with lots of stakeholders across the organisation, internally and externally. Please note that this is primarily an on-site role with occasional evening working and a degree of flexibility will be required as you will be supporting services and events that are delivered onsite in Camden NW1. HOW TO APPLY The details in the job description and person specification should be addressed in a one-page cover letter. Upload your CV and cover letter. Please also ensure that you answer ALL of the questions as part of the application process. Please note that the final question is a multiple choice selection – please select ALL of the options that are relevant to you. Closing date: 9am, Tuesday, 22 April 2025 (applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and will be actively interviewing before this date. We reserve the right to close applications before this date) ***We respectfully request no contact from recruitment agencies*** INTERVIEW AND SELECTION PROCESS Round 1 will be a short online test and informal discussion via Teams lasting around 20 minutes. Round 2 will be an exercise and interview which will take place at The London Irish Centre, 50-52 Camden Square, Camden, London NW1 9XB. The exercise will allow you to showcase your excel skills, financial knowledge/experience and technical ability. JOB DETAILS AND DESCRIPTION Job Title:Finance Manager Reporting to:CFO Responsible for:Finance Assistant Salary:£34,000 – £40,000 per annum Office location:Camden Square, NW1Days:5 days (flexibility required) Contract type:Permanent JOB PURPOSE The Finance Manager has an essential role to play in both helping to make the London Irish Centre a great place to work and volunteer as well as supporting LIC’s services to deliver on their ambitions. This is a key role within the Finance team with a varied brief to deliver financial services across the organisation. About You You are a results-driven finance professional with a strong background in accounting, Excel, and financial systems, bringing a high level of expertise to the role. You are highly organised and adept at managing multiple priorities, ensuring deadlines are consistently met without compromising quality. With excellent interpersonal and communication skills, you are comfortable engaging with stakeholders at all levels, translating complex financial data into clear insights for diverse audiences across the organisation. You thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrating the ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution, while fostering a collaborative and supportive team atmosphere. RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES - Transactional Accounting Take ownership of and oversee the entire Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes – from processing invoices to payment run or credit control Accounting for other income and expenditure, such as donations, ticket sales, bar income, and expense claims Payroll / administration Maintain accurate financial records - Reporting Managing cash, banking, credit cards, bank reconciliation, cashflow and assisting with treasury management Prepare month-end and management accounts. Monitoring budget performance, identifying and investigating variances Reconciliation and analysis of financial and non-financial data Balance sheet reconciliation Reporting on various Grants - Finance Business Partnering Assist in the development of annual budgets and financial plans. Liaising with other teams/departments across the charity and providing financial support, assistance and training. Working with various systems and databases (such as ticketing, booking, donations and case management software) - Compliance Prepare and file VAT Returns (Partial exemption) Ensure compliance with financial regulations, company policies, and audit requirements. Prepare documentation for audits and liaise with auditors to ensure accurate reporting - Other tasks and duties Any other tasks and duties at the direction of the line manager. This job description is a guide to the nature of the work required of the postholder. It is not wholly comprehensive or restrictive and may be reviewed as required. Employee Benefits Enhanced annual leave – 26 days plus bank holidays (increase to 27days after 5 years of service pro rata). Enhanced sick pay – 4 weeks of contractual hours on full pay after completion of probationary period pro-rata* Enhanced maternity and adoption leave pay* Cycle to Work Scheme* Tech Scheme* Eyesight tests and contribution to corrective glasses* Jury Duty leave pay* Employee Assistance Programme. Complimentary tickets to select events. 50% discount on LIC education courses (subject to availability). 20% discount at the LIC shop and 10% discount at the LIC bar. Mindfulness app membership* *Only available to staff on contracts of a minimum of 12 months LONDON IRISH CENTRE – OUR SIX CORE VALUES At the London Irish Centre we strive to be: Welcoming Compassionate Inclusive Creative Community-centred Sustainable The London Irish Centre is an equal opportunities employer. We actively encourage applications from diverse backgrounds, communities and industries, and are committed to equality and diversity within our workforce. Please note our offices have some barriers to access, which is one of the core missions that our redevelopment will overcome.

Job Title: Accounts Payable Assistant Contract Type: Fixed-Term Contract (6 months) Team: Finance Reports to: Finance Director Location: Office-based Salary: Up to £32,000 About White Cube: White Cube was set up by Jay Jopling in 1993 as a project room for contemporary art. The gallery has since grown into one of the most influential commercial galleries in the world, representing internationally renowned artists such as Georg Baselitz, Tracey Emin, Antony Gormley, Mona Hatoum, Anselm Kiefer, Liu Wei, Park Seo Bo, Doris Salcedo and Jeff Wall. White Cube’s exhibition programme extends across locations in London, Hong Kong, Paris, New York, Seoul and online. Since its inception in 1993, the gallery has exhibited the work of many of the world’s most highly acclaimed contemporary artists. Role Overview: We are looking for an Accounts Payable Assistant to join the Finance team on a 6-month fixed-term contract. The successful candidate will support the day-to-day accounts payable processes, ensuring timely and accurate management of invoices, expenses, and supplier payments. The role requires someone who can manage a high-volume workload efficiently while maintaining accuracy and strong attention to detail. You will play a key role in ensuring that supplier relationships remain strong and that financial records are well-maintained for compliance and reporting. Key Responsibilities: • Receive, review, and process supplier invoices and employee expenses using Concur, Compleat, and Sage. • Ensure invoices are correctly coded, authorised, and entered into the accounting system. • Match invoices to purchase orders where applicable. • Verify inventory details for artwork-related invoices and ensure costs are accurately posted. • Check for missing information, such as artwork references, and follow up as necessary. • Prepare weekly payment runs and ensure all payments are made accurately and on time. • Reconcile supplier statements and promptly resolve any discrepancies. • Maintain positive relationships with suppliers and respond professionally to queries. • Approve and process invoices under set thresholds. • Review and process employee expense claims, ensuring they align with company policies and travel guidelines. • Ensure all receipts are itemised and correctly coded before final approval. • Assist in maintaining and improving the expense management system (Concur). • Perform weekly reconciliations for bank accounts across multiple entities and currencies. • Cross-check that payments and receipts are correctly posted in the system. • Update currency exchange rates for relevant accounts. • Ensure supplier and expense data remains up-to-date and accurate. • Reconcile VAT statements with paid invoices and support international VAT reporting requirements. • Maintain organised and complete records for audits and compliance purposes. • Monitor the finance email inbox, ensuring all queries are addressed or allocated promptly. • Assist with adding suppliers and maintaining codes in the financial systems. • Provide support to the wider Finance team as required, including training staff on processes. Skills and Experience: • Previous experience in an Accounts Payable role is essential. • Proficiency with financial systems such as Concur, Compleat, and Sage. • Excellent attention to detail with a high level of accuracy. • Strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise workload and manage tight deadlines. • Demonstrated ability to process a high volume of transactions efficiently and effectively. • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, for liaising with internal teams and external suppliers. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team. • Experience in handling international VAT and multi-currency accounts is a plus.