We are looking for an experienced and driven Finance Manager to join a hugely successful and growing Live Music and Events company in London. This is a key leadership role, working closely with the Finance Director and senior stakeholders to drive financial performance, improve processes, and support strategic decision-making.
The successful candidate will take ownership of the finance function, lead a high-performing team, and play a critical role in shaping the financial future of the business.
Key Responsibilities
*Lead, develop, and motivate the finance team to deliver best-in-class finance operations
*Own the month-end and year-end close processes, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow reporting, with clear insights and recommendations
*Review and improve finance processes across the business, including payroll and cross-functional workflows
*Act as the custodian of cashflow, managing forecasts and ensuring timely payments to employees, suppliers, and subcontractors
*Partner with the Finance Director on treasury, funding, and investment activities, including foreign currency management
*Oversee payroll processes in collaboration with People & Culture, ensuring accuracy and continuity
*Manage relationships with banking partners and support access to funding and credit facilities
*Deliver detailed financial and project-level analysis to support profitability and performance improvements
*Support budgeting processes and produce KPI scorecards for senior management
*Lead the audit process and act as the key contact for external auditors
*Identify financial risks and implement effective controls and mitigation strategies
About You
*Fully qualified accountant (ACCA / CIMA / ACA) with proven experience in a Finance Manager role
*Strong systems experience, including Sage 200 (finance) and Sage 50 (payroll)
*Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills
*Commercially minded with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
*Confident communicator, able to present financial information to senior stakeholders
*Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
*A proactive leader who takes ownership and drives continuous improvement
*A collaborative team player who can also work autonomously
The successful candidate will come from a strong technical accounting background from within the entertainment and music industry. You will need to be a team player and have a passion for all things Music!
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