Finance Manager - 6 month FTC

Handle are currently working with a global music business who are looking for an experienced Finance Manager to take ownership of finance operations for the UK territory, working closely with the UK Finance Director. This is a key role within the wider European finance team, offering exposure to both operational and strategic finance responsibilities in a fast-moving, multi-entity environment.

Key responsibilities include -

• Take ownership of balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely resolution of discrepancies
• Lead and support the cleansing and maintenance of financial data across multiple systems and entities
• Play an active role in month-end close activities, including oversight of debtor and creditor positions, accruals, and prepayments
• Support the preparation and delivery of accurate management reporting, providing clear insight into both P&L and balance sheet performance for senior stakeholders
• Assist in the management and coordination of the UK transactional finance team, including oversight of external resource where applicable
• Act as a key contributor to ad hoc finance projects, including process improvement, system enhancements, and reporting developments

Candidate requirements -

• Fully qualified accountant (CIMA, ACCA or equivalent)
• Minimum of 5 years' experience within finance roles, ideally in a multi-entity or international environment
• Proven experience managing or supervising a finance or transactional finance team
• Strong working knowledge of SAP is essential
• Advanced Excel skills, with confidence handling large and complex data sets
• Strong analytical mindset with excellent attention to detail
• Comfortable working in a changing, fast-paced environment with evolving priorities
• Proactive, hands-on approach with strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to understand and interpret complex business models and financial structures
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines consistently

Handle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.