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July 12th 2021

Vacancy: Finance Assistant (Fixed Term Contract)

Vacancy: Finance Assistant (Fixed Term Contract)

Minimum 3 month fixed term - Full Time Position

Location: Glasgow (initially working remotely)

Salary: Dependent on experience

Established in 2003, Park Circus is a leading global sales agency and distribution company. We proudly represent over 25,000 films from Hollywood and British studios and a large number of independent rights owners. It’s not all about classic films though, our contemporary releasing and sales slate includes titles from established directors as well as the new discoveries of today.  We are knowledgeable, passionate and our love of cinema goes to the heart of everything we do. Working with rights holders, producers, distributors and cinemas, our aim is to share the wonderful films we represent with audiences on both the big and small screen.

The Job

The company is looking to recruit  a Finance Assistant for an initial 3-month term. We are looking for highly motivated applicants, preferably with experience of working in a high volume environment. Ideal candidates will have experience, a good knowledge of the film industry and a passion for all things cinema, however this is not essential as job-specific training will be provided.

The role will involve reporting to and working closely with our Head of Finance, and the rest of the Finance team, primarily managing and processing all box office returns for both the UK and French offices. Additionally, ad-hoc finance tasks will be required from time to time.

It is expected the successful applicant will be required to work remotely until the company’s offices reopen due to covid-19. This role is open to applicants who can be part of our Glasgow office - located centrally at Charing Cross.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Manage box office returns, including chasing and processing;

Monitor and maintain Finance email inbox;

Liaise with internal and external contacts to resolve any queries;

Assist with Ad-hoc finance duties as required.

Skills & Attributes:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills;

Excellent customer service skills by phone and email;

Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office;

Experience of finance environment preferable ;

Work well on their own, under pressure and in a small team within a fast-paced work environment;

Show high level of attention to detail and good organisational skills;

Have a positive attitude and be a strong communicator within the team.

To apply - please submit your CV along with a covering letter to [email protected] - stating in the subject line the job you are applying for. Closing date is Friday 30 July 6pm UK time.

Interviews will take place remotely (via video/phone call) week commencing 9 August.

Park Circus is committed to creating a diverse environment and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

If you would like an initial conversation about your suitability for the role, please contact the company’s Head of Finance: [email protected]