Assistant Accountant
Sunderland AFC
Date: 2 weeks ago
City: Sunderland
Contract type: Full time
About the Accounts & Finance Team:
We are the guardians of our club’s financial health, ensuring that every penny is accounted for and strategically invested to support our mission.
Our team is made up of dedicated professionals who thrive on accuracy, transparency, and insightful financial planning.
Our commitment to collaboration extends beyond numbers; we partner with other teams to ensure financial sustainability while enhancing member experiences.
The Opportunity:
SAFc are looking for an Assistant Accountant to join our finance team. The role involves supporting various accounting functions, including completing monthly bank reconciliations (including currency accounts), assisting with management accounts and month-end processes, and preparing and reconciling daily and monthly ticketing reports. You will also be responsible for preparing and entering journal entries, liaising with the Payroll Department for salary deductions and P11d reports, and producing debtor reports to follow up on late payments. Additionally, the role includes handling player-related bank payments, conducting monthly currency revaluations, managing player on-loan invoicing, performing balance sheet reconciliations, and maintaining the fixed asset register.
What We Ask For:
The ideal candidate will be able to work effectively both as part of a team and independently, with good prioritisation skills to meet deadlines. Attention to detail and accuracy are essential. You should have proficiency with accounting software, preferably Sage 200, and experience with ticketing systems such as SeatGeek would be advantageous. Previous experience in an accounting or finance role is preferred. AAT Level 3 qualification or equivalent is desirable but not essential. The right candidate will be self-motivated, adaptable, and resilient, with a proactive approach to their work.
You will be required to obtain a Basic DBS through SAFC.
We are the guardians of our club’s financial health, ensuring that every penny is accounted for and strategically invested to support our mission.
Our team is made up of dedicated professionals who thrive on accuracy, transparency, and insightful financial planning.
Our commitment to collaboration extends beyond numbers; we partner with other teams to ensure financial sustainability while enhancing member experiences.
The Opportunity:
SAFc are looking for an Assistant Accountant to join our finance team. The role involves supporting various accounting functions, including completing monthly bank reconciliations (including currency accounts), assisting with management accounts and month-end processes, and preparing and reconciling daily and monthly ticketing reports. You will also be responsible for preparing and entering journal entries, liaising with the Payroll Department for salary deductions and P11d reports, and producing debtor reports to follow up on late payments. Additionally, the role includes handling player-related bank payments, conducting monthly currency revaluations, managing player on-loan invoicing, performing balance sheet reconciliations, and maintaining the fixed asset register.
What We Ask For:
The ideal candidate will be able to work effectively both as part of a team and independently, with good prioritisation skills to meet deadlines. Attention to detail and accuracy are essential. You should have proficiency with accounting software, preferably Sage 200, and experience with ticketing systems such as SeatGeek would be advantageous. Previous experience in an accounting or finance role is preferred. AAT Level 3 qualification or equivalent is desirable but not essential. The right candidate will be self-motivated, adaptable, and resilient, with a proactive approach to their work.
You will be required to obtain a Basic DBS through SAFC.
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