Head of Finance

Head of Finance - Entertainment

Harper May is currently working with a leading entertainment company based in Central London. The company are currently seeking a Head of Finance to lead their team. This company is at the forefront of their industry and is planning rapid growth, increasing their staff fourfold in the next 6 months.

The Head of Finance will have a position of responsibility, offering guidance and overseeing the day-to-day running of the finance function whilst leading at a strategic level. The successful candidate will be fully qualified and must have prior entertainment experience.

Key Responsibilities: 

* Provide financial leadership and work with the Board to optimise the financial performance of the organisation 
* Contribute fully to the company strategy across all areas of the business 
* Lead and develop the growing finance team 
* Ensure the company financial systems are robust, compliant and support future growth 
* Oversight of the monthly, quarterly and annual reporting function 
* Providing financial guidance on all activities, plans, targets and business drivers 
* Establish a high level of credibility and manage strong working relationships with external parties 
* Present annual accounts to investors 

Desired Skills and Experience 

* Fully qualified ACA/CIMA/ACCA
* Highly motivated and pro-active self starter 
* Must have prior entertainment experience
* Excellent inter-personal and communication skills 
* Previous experience of managing and developing staff 
* Ability to work with a high level of accuracy and meet strict deadlines 
* Ability to work in a fast paced and dynamic environment 
* Excellent Excel skills