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Do you love your career? We mean really love your career.
Finding a new permanent or temporary opportunity at a great brand should be enjoyable &amp; working with great people non-negotiable.
We believe that everyone should be able to fulfil their potential and we have been helping great brands improve their talent processes and attract exceptional people since 1978.
We provide leading entertainment companies, social networks, global media brands, sports bodies, retailers, and tech platforms with talent solutions that make a difference.
Our consultants focus on a unique specialism, from Finance, to Sales, Marketing, HR, Legal, Office Support, and Tech but are tied together by the industries we support.

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Senior Transformation Manager - Luxury Retail Luxury retail/beauty brand are looking for a Senior Transformation Manager, this role sits within the broader transformation function who work on the development and delivery of broad business wide capability building initiatives. The role serves as partner to the Global Finance teams to build and deliver a roadmap of change that underpins the needs of our business. Role Accountabilities: The role of the Senior Transformation Manager - Finance is to support the development of operational effectiveness across the Global Finance Teams. The role will oversee near term tactical improvements as well as supporting the evaluation, design and execution of larger scale long term initiatives. Supports Finance leadership in capability analysis, project scoping, approach, and definition. Designs and develops programs spanning process improvement, data improvement as well as technology-based improvements aligned to the strategic ambitions of the department and business. Can deliver continuous improvement/change into teams partnering with teams de deliver training. Support in engaging and involving broader global finance teams in projects/programs. Ensures successful project outcome delivery that is in line with the broader goals and objectives of the program and business. Serves as the primary contact and escalation point for any staffing, bandwidth, resource, or delivery issues within relevant programs. Provides successful oversight of execution activities to ensure program adoption and Produces effective progress reports and communication mechanisms for the program to keep senior leadership appraised of the status, major risks and issues, scope changes, budgets, headcount and milestone achievements or misses. Key Selection Criteria: Experience of Shared Service Operating Models either leading or implementing including understanding key KPI's and OKR Experience of ERP /System development (SAP desirable) Experience of overseeing teams both directly and in matrix. Action orientated with the ability to balance short term results with longer term strategy. Ability to influence at levels across an organisation driving change practice Comfortable working with ambiguity and to tight deadlines A financial accounting background is key for this role Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Senior Transformation Manager - Luxury Retail

An exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced Financial Director to join a creative production company, specialising within live events, publishing and so much more. Based in the heart of London, this hybrid role offers a broad range of technical and commercial responsibilities, along with management of one direct report. If you're looking for a varied role with a lot of autonomy and a fun creative environment, then this could be a great opportunity for you! The role will include, but not be limited to: Ticket revenue posting &amp; analysis of touring or online sales Revenue calculated and VAT charged to calculate the value of book sales Monthly revenue analysis is prepared detailing all sales invoices raised/stripe revenue collected in the month. Costs of sales balance included in the monthly management accounts is estimated from the revenue sheet. Costs are then analysed and deferred/accrued accordingly. Monthly reconciliations and journal posting: Preparation of monthly management accounts for the Group Quarterly reporting to Group, deferred revenue, and costs by artists, plus headcount report Review of all settlements for all shows Payroll payments are set up in the bank and amounts are posted into Sage.: Quarterly VAT returns are submitted through Sage/Xero. Once a quarter, VAT reports are downloaded and reviewed before submitting and paying VAT. Regular liaison with auditors Supervision of Accounts Assistant who is responsible for: Bi-Weekly payroll, credit card postings, sales invoices, bank reconciliation: bank transactions, debtors reporting The ideal candidate will have: A professional qualification - ACA/ACCA/CIMA Previous experience working within a creative business, ideally live events. Previous experience using Sage and advanced knowledge of Excel Previous management experience This is an amazing, unique and rare opportunity for the right individual. Please apply now. Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Financial Director -  Live Entertainment

Do you have a keen interest in the Performing Arts and work in Finance??? We have a fantastic opportunity for a Management Accountant to join established Theatre group on a permanent basis, with 1 day in their Woking office and 2 days in central London. This group is a premium live entertainment business focused who is passionate about creativity and live experiences. An ideal candidate should have a background in theatre, performing arts or live events as well as being extremely well versed in Management account processes. Please note : The role requires travel to the Woking office 1 day a week and London 2 days a week. Responsibilities: Preparation of monthly management accounts, full P&amp;L/balance sheet, variance &amp; commentary for the business, and other production companies, challenging results to ensure accuracy and providing reporting and analysis as appropriate Be the main head office finance team liaison, working closely with the finance team to ensure that data on the X3 accounting system is up to date and correctly coded and posted. Help with any queries from the group and help with integrating them into the companies processes and systems. Production accounting for theatre shows, including those from potential acquisitions. Assist with the preparation of budgets and forecasts Assist with the year end Audit for Production companies who working alongside the business. Raise sales invoice to the production companies for weekly fees. Manage supplier/ client invoicing, payments, and recharges. Prepare biweekly cash flow forecasts for Productions. Production Investment analysis. Agree group monthly recharges. In busy periods help with the production company weekly reporting. Cover payroll processing for the productions. Prepare VAT returns as part of a group wide submission. Bank reconciliations. Liaise with the Accounts Assistant, productions regarding debtors and creditors to ensure timely payment of bills. Holiday and sickness cover for other members of team (Production Management accountants and Accounts Assistant Productions - Payroll &amp; Purchase ledger). Respond to ad-hoc data and analysis requests in a timely and effective manner. Act always in accordance with the companies values and ethics. Any ad hoc duties as and when required. Skills: Qualified or Finalist level accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) Production accounting experience highly desirable Advanced Excel skills. Experience with an accounting system ideally Sage X3 &amp; HMR payroll, but not essential. Strong attention to detail Experience working in a fast-paced environment. Dynamic, enthusiastic, self-starter and willing to go the extra distance to make a difference. Apply Today! Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Management Accountant - Theaters - London

If you are a solid HR Analyst and are looking to join an iconic, luxury brand then this is the role for you! Here at Handle we have partnered with this instantly recognisable business who are looking for a HR Analyst to join the Global Reward and HR Analytics team. You will be responsible for improvement projects and providing exceptional analytical and reporting insights to the team. A key part of the role is to be responsible for all HR cost data, being the bridge between HR and Finance You will provide crucial reports for each business division and help develop new reports and processes, create strong compensation analysis and develop tracking methods to ensure business needs are addressed at all times. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years' experience as a HR Analyst including budget planning and you will be used to working in a very fast paced, ever changing environment. You'll be someone who is up for a challenge, thrives in a busy environment managing highly confidential information and enjoy the responsibility of being the go-to person for analytics and reporting methods. Must haves: Systems reporting and analysis experience - Workday exposure Advanced excel usage- for example pivot tables, v look ups at a minimum- more advanced preferable Process oriented and customer service focused, ability to work with different personalities under pressure ensuring different systems are aligned Entry and submission of HR cost budget Ability to build strong relationships with senior management teams Project management skills If this sounds like the role for you, get in touch! Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.