Financial Controller 0678

Our client, an innovative record label and music publisher, acquiring back catalogue rights. is seeking an experienced and ambitious Financial Controller to join their team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in financial management, accounting and forecasting and play a critical role in overseeing the financial health of the business, working with internal and external teams to ensure controls and processes in place.
Key responsibilities will include:
· Providing oversight of the business’ financial condition.
· Overseeing the production of monthly management accounts.
· Reporting on detailed variance analysis.
· Assisting with the preparation of monthly Board packs which include the royalty ledger analysis.
· Working with the internal finance team to identify trends in earning, and underlying drivers of forecast variances.
· Providing regular reporting to external investors to include covenant reporting, catalogue acquisition reporting, dealing with independent valuations, and debt documentation.
· Preparing annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and detailed variance analysis.
· Working with the in-house Data Specialist to provide input regarding complex data sources on behalf of clients.
· Working with internal team and external accountants to modify processes that maximise efficiency.
· Working on ad-hoc projects with the Head of Operations.
Requirements:
· ACA, ACCA, CIMA qualifications essential.
· Financial management, accounting, and forecasting experience.
· Experience working in a business that is scaling up and has a global orientation.
· Music industry experience is advantageous.
· Advanced Microsoft Excel.
· Proficient with business intelligence and analytics software.
· In-depth knowledge of data analysis and forecasting methods (FP&A focussed).
· Strong interpersonal skills.
· Results driven, proactive, analytical approach.
Please note that due to the volume of submissions, only successful candidates who meet the exact requirements will be contacted. If you have not heard back within 10 days of submission, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
The Music Market/Arts and Media are an equal opportunities employer who supports diversity in the workplace.