Finance Analyst - Senbla London, England

We are looking for a Finance Associate, to help support the Senbla Managing Director and Finance Director. The role will be integral to manage the accounting and financial structure, aiding reporting mechanisms and day-to-day, monthly and annual financial activities of Senbla. The position will report directly to the Finance Director of Senbla, working very closely with the Sony Music Masterworks Finance team. This is a perfect opportunity for someone seeking a hands-on, pro-active role as they look to take their financial career to the next level, with scope to progress at a growing and very entrepreneurial team. This is a unique opportunity for someone who already has some experience within a busy finance department; someone who is trusted and self-assured, and with a genuine willingness to actively engage and participate in a commercial, team environment.

What you'll do:

• Perform accounting and finance functions in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Aid with preparation and submission of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow)
• Prepare and submit monthly and full year forecasts (including Forecast and Budget variance analysis)
• Prepare financial analysis, reporting and commentary
• Prepare show/tour settlements for artists and agents
• Help to transition from external accounting support to in-house teams and migration to SAP.
• Responsibility for the accounts payable & accounts receivable functions
• Adhoc items / projects to support the MD and Finance Director

Who you are:

• Bachelor's degree with concentration in Accounting, Finance or related field
• Qualified or part-qualified accountant (ICAEW, CIMA or ACCA)
• Disciplined self-starter
• Have working knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, journal entries, general ledger, accruals
• Rigorous attention to detail and excellent time management skills
• Previous experience delivering month, quarter and year end closes and processes
• Strong communication, interpersonal and analytical skills
• Hands on in all aspects of accounting and financial activities
• Minimum 3 years of business experience in financial analysis and accounting duties
• Experience with Xero and/or SAP preferred
• Live Entertainment industry experience preferred

What we give you:

• You join a vibrant global community with the opportunity to channel your passion every day
• A modern office environment designed for you, empowering you to bring your best
• Investment in your professional growth and development enabling you to thrive in our vibrant community
• The space to accelerate progress, positively disrupt and create what happens next
• We give you the platform to champion positive change, with the opportunity to contribute to our social impact, diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives

As an active part of a culturally and socially diverse society, Sony Music’s aim is that our workforce is diverse and inclusive. Sony Music is an equal opportunity employer and supports workforce diversity.