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Interim Finance Director - Music

Handle Recruitment
Posted 10 hours ago, valid for a day
Location

London, Greater London EC1R 0WX

Salary

£45,000 - £54,000 per annum

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Contract type

Part Time

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  • An Interim Finance Director is needed for a global music brand for a 4-6 month position.
  • The role requires a professional accounting qualification and several years of post-qualification experience, ideally within the music industry.
  • Key responsibilities include preparing financial reports, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and leading the finance team.
  • Candidates should have in-depth knowledge of royalties, publishing, and licensing revenue streams, as well as familiarity with UK financial regulations.
  • The salary for this role is competitive, reflecting the candidate's experience and the importance of the position.

Interim Finance Director needed for a hugely popular, global music brand! This is a 4-6-month interim position where the successful candidate will play a critical role in driving the divisions accounting and reporting, and financial planning.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced FD to work with such a great/growing brand and gain some valuable experience.

Key responsibilities include -

  • Preparation of precise and timely financial reports, such as profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow analysis
  • Ensure adherence to UK accounting standards (UK/US GAAP/IFRS) and tax regulations
  • Oversee and improve the label's budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning processes
  • Offer financial analysis and recommendations to the board and senior leadership team
  • Review royalties, licensing agreements, and publishing contracts to ensure profitability and compliance
  • Lead, guide, and mentor the finance team to ensure high performance and growth
  • Ensure compliance with all applicable financial regulations and corporate governance standards

Candidate Requirements -

  • Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA) with multiple years of post-qualification experience
  • Previous music or media experience is essential
  • Demonstrated success in a senior financial leadership position, ideally within the music industry
  • In-depth knowledge of royalties, publishing, and licensing revenue streams
  • Experience in managing financial planning and analysis within a dynamic, creative environment
  • Familiarity with UK financial regulations, including tax, VAT, and corporate compliance

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.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.