£75K/yr to £85K/yr
London, England
Contract, Variable

Financial Controller

Posted by Robert Half.

Robert Half are working with renowned entertainment business based in Central London, to recruit a Financial Controller for a 12-month maternity cover fixed term role paying between £75-85K pro rata (depending on experience).

The Company

This role offers the chance to work for a well-known business, leaders in their field with a reputation for success - a leading player in London's West End!

The Role

As the Financial Controller, you would be supporting with:

  • Oversee the monthly management accounts process ensuring they are produced accurately and on time.
  • Responsible for cash-flow management for UK & US companies plus foreign currency planning.
  • Monthly cash flow projections highlighting any key movements and critical points.
  • Prepare a cash flow forecast monthly for review with the Finance Director and CFO.
  • Quarterly loan reporting including reporting on financial bank covenants.
  • Lead the delivery of final audited group accounts for approval and sign off within 6 months of the year end.
  • Support the Finance Director with the annual budget process including producing detailed overheads budgets, cashflows, balance sheet account forecasts and investment forecasts as needed.
  • Support the Finance Director with production of the annual budget pack/strategy plans and/or 3-5 year business plans.
  • Quarterly reforecasting of profit and loss and cash flow projections for board review.
  • Day to day management of the team (5 direct reports)

Your Profile

  • Qualified Chartered Accountant (ACA, CIMA, ACCA) with experience managing a small team
  • Experience of Microsoft Dynamics and royalty accounting are both beneficial
  • Prior experience in a similar interim / contract role would be beneficial but not necessary.

Compensation & Benefits

As well as a salary of between £75-85K pro rata (dependant on experience) the business offers hybrid working (4 days per week in the office) from their Central London office.

The company are looking for someone who can add value to the business during the contract. You will have the chance to affect the business and have a genuine impact on each member of the teams progressing during this time. The is the perfect role for any Controllers with an interest in the arts!

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