We’re on the lookout for a proactive and professional accountant with a knack for clear communication and a passion for improvement. A true team player, you’ll bring a thirst for change and a mastery of systems. With a self-motivated approach, a strong customer service ethic, and a calm, adaptable nature, you’ll thrive in an ever-changing environment – and a good sense of humour is a must KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES Strategic Support the team structure to ensure results are delivered as quickly and accurately as possible, leading team members in continual process improvement. Identify areas for improvement and encourage team initiatives to resolve issues and reduce areas of risk. Financial Prepare monthly management accounts, including Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, and cashflow, alongside variance analysis and commentary. Take ownership of financial reporting for three venues, fostering relationships with key stakeholders at each venue. Regularly check and reconcile balance sheet items to ensure accuracy, resolving discrepancies, and preparing monthly balance sheet reconciliations for yourself and your team. Act as the primary contact for the year-end audit process, responding to queries from auditors promptly and in accordance with deadlines. Assist in the preparation of annual budgets and forecasts, contribute to the review of management accounts versus budgets and reforecasts. Manage the cash flow process, including preparation of a 12-week cash flow report, ensuring timely and accurate reporting of cash requirements. Collaborate with the venues finance team and AP to ensure smooth sales and payment cycles, authorising payments and payroll on HSBC and ensuring accuracy and timeliness in payments and receipts. Oversee the monthly settlements process, updating summaries, creating and posting settlements accruals, and ensuring accurate accounting for intercompany balances. Prepare and review various journals, including accruals, lease journals, prepayments, funding, and deferred revenue journals, ensuring accuracy and completeness. Take ownership of VAT returns, stock audits, and manage overdue cash procedures, assessing the recoverability of debtors and ensuring timely communication with the Head of Finance regarding potential bad debt. Maintain strong use of X3 and SEI for Venues Finance, overseeing accounting processes on the platform and ensuring smooth operations. Skills, Experience and Qualifications 2 years’ experience as a management accountant with leadership responsibilities, ideally within the entertainment sector, demonstrating a strong understanding of industry-specific financial processes. Part-qualified or fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) Advanced Excel and IT skills, with hands-on experience using accounting systems such as Sage X3 for seamless financial management and reporting. Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach, ensuring the accuracy and reliability of financial data in high-pressure environments