Finance Manager - Music

Finance Manager - Music

Our client is a global merchandise and brand management business working with some of the world's most recognised artists and entertainment brands. With a reputation for creativity, innovation, and commercial success, the company delivers merchandise solutions across touring, ecommerce, retail, and licensing channels.

They are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Finance Manager to join their London-based team. Reporting directly to the Controller, you will play a key role in managing the day-to-day finances of the UK operation while supporting royalty accounting, touring finances, VAT compliance, and financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Track and reconcile tour-related expenses and settlements.
• Work closely with the Touring Department to close tours and prepare accurate Tour Profit & Loss statements.
• Prepare, file, and manage VAT returns, including multiple European jurisdictions where required.
• Review, monitor, and process tour representative expense reports on a weekly basis.
• Collaborate with the wider accounting team to process ecommerce royalty statements relating to UK business operations.
• Manage inventory records within the financial software system.
• Manage Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable functions, including reconciling supplier invoices against purchase orders and issuing client invoices.
• Perform monthly reconciliations of bank and PayPal accounts.
• Assist with internal and external audits as required.
• Oversee office financial administration, including rent, utilities, expenses, and office supply procurement.
• Support the wider finance function with ad hoc accounting and reporting duties.

About You

You will be a proactive finance professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced, creative environment and takes ownership of your responsibilities.

Requirements:

• Recognised accounting qualification or a minimum of 5 years' accounting experience.
• Previous experience within the music, entertainment, touring, or live events industry is highly essesntial
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong analytical abilities with excellent attention to detail.
• Experience with Xero, NetSuite, Oracle products, or similar accounting systems is advantageous.
• Ability to quickly learn new POS and network systems.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Enthusiasm for working within a creative and dynamic business environment.

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to work within a global music and entertainment business.
• Exposure to touring, royalties, ecommerce, and international accounting operations.
• THIS IS A FULLY REMOTE POSTION
• A varied and hands-on role with significant responsibility.
• Collaborative and creative working environment.
• Career development opportunities within a growing organisation.

If you are an experienced finance professional looking to combine your accounting expertise with a passion for music, entertainment, and live events, we would love to hear from you.

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.