Interim Financial Reporting Manager - Theatre in London - Handle Recruitment

We're working with a growing theatre and entertainment company on an exciting interim opportunity for a PQ or newly qualified accountant to join their productions finance team.

Responsibilities:

• Produce and issue daily sales reports for theatrical productions across the UK and internationally, providing key insight to senior management
• Respond to ad-hoc queries and develop bespoke sales reports for new productions
• Identify opportunities to improve reporting processes through automation and technology, reducing manual intervention
• Develop and maintain a sales database to identify trends and support more accurate production forecasting and budgeting
• Work closely with the wider finance and production teams to ensure sales data is accurate, timely and commercially useful

• Part-qualified or newly qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Strong Excel skills and confidence working with large volumes of data
• Experience producing financial or management reports
• Strong analytical skills with an ability to identify trends and communicate insights clearly
• An interest in process improvement, automation and using technology to improve reporting
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work accurately to tight deadlines
• Strong communication skills and confidence working with senior stakeholders
• Experience within theatre, entertainment, media or another fast-paced creative environment would be advantageous

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.