I am on the hunt for a fully qualified Financial Controller for a growing Entertainment business based in Central London. The role is very hands on and will focus primarily on financial reporting and business performance. This is a hands on role which will require strong leadership skills, and the ability to continually provide a high level of service to clients and stakeholders within the wider business.
The ideal candidate will be fully qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with years of proven experience behind them, on top of this we are looking for a strong fit the Creative industry, someone who is highly personable, confident leading from the front and ability to work in a fast paced and adaptive environment.
This is a superb opportunity exclusively with Handle, to work for an industry leader!
Key responsibilities: (but not limited to)
- Ensure the provision of monthly financial results such as P & L, Balance Sheet, Capital monitoring, working capital performance & cash flow
- Provide key and relevant financial performance information
- Preparation of annual budgets and forecasts
- To maintain accurate records of the company's financial and accounting transactions and ensure compliance with standard accounting regulations
- Support the management of cash and working capital
- To ensure the daily/weekly/monthly accounting systems operate effectively and efficiently. Ensure suppliers are accurately paid on time.
- To provide support to colleagues across organisational performance and operational day-to-day matters
- To manage the preparation for the annual financial audit
- Ensure the filing of all statutory accounts, tax returns and other required tax and statistical information is completed accurately and on time
Key skills:
- Fully qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)
- Has prior experience managing a team ideally within a Financial Accounting department
- A background within the Media/Entertainment business would be highly beneficial
- Excellent communication skills and confident working with senior stakeholders and hosting meetings
- Computer literate and ideally experience of working with an ERP system
Apply today!
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