Head of Finance
other jobs Harper May Ltd
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- England,London,City of London
- Full Time, Permanent
- £70,000 - £80,000 per annum
Job Description:
This is an opportunity to join a growing entertainment business working across live events, content production, and creative projects. With a varied portfolio, multiple income streams, and a delivery model built around fast-moving timelines, the business continues to invest in new initiatives while strengthening the structure behind performance. They are now seeking a Head of Finance to lead the finance function and provide clear commercial leadership as the organisation scales.
The Role
Reporting to the Managing Director and working closely with senior stakeholders, the Head of Finance will take ownership of financial operations, reporting, and commercial insight. The role combines hands-on financial management with strategic input, supporting decision-making across creative, operational, and commercial teams.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead day-to-day financial operations, reporting, and control across the business
* Produce timely and accurate management accounts with clear analysis and commentary
* Own budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management across projects and revenue streams
* Partner with operational and creative teams to support project profitability and cost control
* Provide commercial insight on new productions, events, and investment decisions
* Build, manage, and develop the finance team and external advisers
* Ensure robust financial controls, governance, and reporting processes are in place
* Oversee statutory reporting, audit processes, and compliance requirements
* Support senior leadership with strategic planning and performance insight
Candidate Profile
* ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified, or equivalent experience
* Background in entertainment, media, or project-based environments
* Strong commercial mindset with the ability to support creative teams effectively
* Hands-on approach with strong technical accounting and reporting capability
* Confident communicator able to work closely with senior stakeholders
* Experience leading a finance function in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
The Role
Reporting to the Managing Director and working closely with senior stakeholders, the Head of Finance will take ownership of financial operations, reporting, and commercial insight. The role combines hands-on financial management with strategic input, supporting decision-making across creative, operational, and commercial teams.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead day-to-day financial operations, reporting, and control across the business
* Produce timely and accurate management accounts with clear analysis and commentary
* Own budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management across projects and revenue streams
* Partner with operational and creative teams to support project profitability and cost control
* Provide commercial insight on new productions, events, and investment decisions
* Build, manage, and develop the finance team and external advisers
* Ensure robust financial controls, governance, and reporting processes are in place
* Oversee statutory reporting, audit processes, and compliance requirements
* Support senior leadership with strategic planning and performance insight
Candidate Profile
* ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified, or equivalent experience
* Background in entertainment, media, or project-based environments
* Strong commercial mindset with the ability to support creative teams effectively
* Hands-on approach with strong technical accounting and reporting capability
* Confident communicator able to work closely with senior stakeholders
* Experience leading a finance function in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Job number 3393173
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Company Details:
Harper May Ltd
Company size: 1–4 employees
Industry: Accountancy (Qualified)
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