Finance Manager - Hybrid

Finance Manager, Central London

Hybrid Working Excellent Benefits Up to £65k

Great leaders don't set out to be a leader they set out to make a difference. It's never about the role - always about the goal. Lisa Haisha.

Sheridan Maine is delighted to be partnering with a rapidly growing entertainment organisation based in Central London, who are looking for an experienced Finance Manager to join their dynamic and forward-thinking team.

This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified finance professional to take ownership of the finance function, supporting the delivery and planning of high-profile events and working closely with key stakeholders across the business. You will play a pivotal role in managing financial operations, improving processes and providing valuable commercial insight to support continued growth.

Working closely with event organisers, you will help develop innovative concepts and products designed to enhance customer experiences and maximise revenue opportunities.

• Competitive salary and excellent benefits package.
• Hybrid work pattern of 3 days in the office.
• Opportunity to join a rapidly growing and innovative organisation.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Modern Central London offices.
• Strong stakeholder relationships and exposure to exciting projects.
• A culture that values development, teamwork and new ideas.

• Prepare monthly and quarterly forecasts, reporting requirements and financial updates for senior stakeholders.
• Manage the finance function, supporting the wider team and ensuring workloads, priorities and deliverables are effectively managed.
• Lead the implementation and ongoing application of BIS systems across the department.
• Review and improve processes, including recharge invoicing accuracy across EMEA.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, revenue reporting and detailed variance analysis.
• Manage VAT, WHT tax applications and support quarterly FEU submissions.
• Complete reconciliation and review of final general ledger, cash positions, payroll and journal postings to support project close.
• Lead the VIP settlement process, including revenue audits with local promoters and artist teams.
• Oversee AR/AP processes, purchase order requirements and expense management.
• Work closely with internal teams and key stakeholders across the business to ensure effective communication, collaboration and alignment of financial activities.
• Identify risks, recommend solutions and effectively manage stakeholder expectations.
• Provide financial guidance and support to ensure successful delivery of events and projects.

The successful candidate will be a qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with strong technical accounting knowledge and experience managing finance operations within a fast-paced environment.

You will ideally have experience within music tour finance or tour accounting, with exposure to AR/AP processes. Experience working with multiple stakeholders, including tour directors and artist teams, would be highly advantageous.

• Strong knowledge of UK and European VAT, PRS and WHT application (desirable).
• Experience using Oracle and BIS systems.
• Proven experience supervising or managing team members.
• Excellent communication skills with the confidence to build relationships across all levels.
• A proactive approach with the ability to identify improvements and deliver solutions.

If you are an experienced Finance Manager looking for an opportunity to combine your accounting expertise with a fast-moving, creative environment, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to find out more.

You are required to be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction.

Due to the high volume of applications, it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days, please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.