Handle are working with a renowned leader in entertainment merchandising, partnering with top-tier entertainers and brands to deliver innovative products and memorable experiences to fans worldwide.
This role is based in Fulham and will require to be in the office 5 days in the first month following which it will be 3 days in and 2 days working from home.
If you have experience working within AR and have worked within Music, licensing, merchandise, entertainment- I would love to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities:
Touring & Events:
Update and maintain sales trackers for UK, Europe, and Rest of World (ROW) daily.
File and manage sales sheets within Outlook, preparing manual invoices as required.
Reconcile settlements with sales sheets, ensuring discrepancies are investigated and resolved promptly.
Coordinate with touring department on sell-off deals and invoice collection.
Licensing:
Generate royalty and advance invoices on our finance system.
Oversee the Withholding Tax (WHT) tracker and liaise with licensing for issue resolution.
Updating Royalty management system with payments.
Retail, E-Commerce, and Joint Ventures (JV):
Ensure timely reporting and invoicing for retail and e-commerce operations.
Liaise with retail partners regarding queries and overdue payments.
Banking:
Manage receipt coding and allocation, ensuring accuracy in payments received.
Aged Debt Management:
Maintain aged debt records, prepare reports for board meetings, and advise on potential risks.
Regularly chase outstanding debts and recommend bad debt provisions when necessary.
Month-End Procedures:
Invoice JV accounts and ROW tours, update WHT tax tracker, and ensure all financial postings are accurate and complete.
Ad Hoc Duties:
Create new customer accounts, complete various forms, and assist with AR process documentation.
Maintain credit card and cash trackers, and support the US finance team as needed.
Qualifications:
Proven experience in finance or accounting, preferably within an AR role.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office Suite.
Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
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