Head of Finance
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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