Handle are currently working with a live events company who are looking for an Interim Cost Accountant. The main purpose of this role is to work on a specific large-scale event, ensuring the budget is fully reconciled with the SAP accounting system. This is a fantastic opportunity for a newly qualified candidate, to gain some valuable experience at a hugely popular brand!
Key responsibilities include -
Work closely with the Event Management team to monitor and update staffing and operational budgets, ensuring accurate and ongoing reconciliation of event costs
Support Event Directors and other budget holders by continuously tracking, reviewing, and reconciling cost budgets to ensure accurate reporting
Streamline event budgets, focusing on improving processes for staffing, operations, and expenses
Take ownership of the event cost budget file
Provide budget holders and departments with relevant spend updates throughout the event
Monitor cash flow requirements based on invoice due dates
Candidate requirements -
Qualified Accountant - ACCA, ACA, CIMA or equivalent
Strong planning and organisational skills to meet multiple, and occasionally conflicting, deadlines
Have strong financial accounting knowledge, as well experience in budgeting/forecasting
Experience with SAP is highly advantageous
Possess excellent commercial awareness
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.
