THE·TEAM operates at the epicenter of sports, music and entertainment, serving talent, brands and properties on a global scale. Headquartered in Los Angeles, THE·TEAM's presence spans 28 countries and more than 70 cities, including New York, London, Abu Dhabi, Amsterdam, Hong Kong, Madrid, Mexico City, Toronto, Paris and Sydney. For more information, please visit THE.TEAM. We are seeking a proactive and commercially minded Financial Controller to serve as a key business partner to the leadership of LIVE·TEAM Germany. This individual will lead day-to-day financial operations, including monthly reporting, budgeting, forecasting, project accounting, ensuring compliance with Group policies and implementing appropriate internal controls. They will support with broader business planning and performance analysis. The ideal candidate will be hands-on, collaborative, pro-active and excited to be embedded in a fast-paced, project-based environment within Sport and Entertainment. This role will be based in LIVE·TEAM's Amberg office with occasional travel to our Starnberg office. WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING: Financial Management and Reporting Prepare and review monthly management accounts for group reporting and for local leadership Lead the budgeting and reforecasting processes in alignment with group timelines Ensuring compliance with local tax legislation (employment, VAT, corporate taxes) through liaison with professional advisors Review and approval of monthly payroll Review and approval of operating expenses Supporting account managers in costing and reconciling projects Supporting shared service centre with cost coding, allocation and approvals Ensuring balance sheet reconciliations are completed in alignment with group timelines Strategic and Commercial Finance Act as a business advisor to the Leadership on business planning, pricing, performance and investments Develop clear and concise variance analyses, margin reviews, and financial scenario modeling Support commercial teams with tracking and monitoring new business targets Working with client and sales teams to improve the results of the business, e.g. maximising gross profit, improving cashflow Support client and sales teams on new business efforts including RFP pricing, margin modeling, and deal support Business Support and Audit Prepare audit documentation and serve as the primary liaison for external and internal audits Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with THE·TEAM policies and procedures Manage risk-related items including liaison with group risk team to ensure appropriate insurance policies and documentation are in place THE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE YOU NEED:
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Experience
Fluent in English and German Qualified accountant (WP, certified accountant ACCA or similar) 5+ years of progressive finance leadership experience in a creative, experiential, sports, or manufacturing environment Up to date knowledge of IFRS, US GAAP desirable
Experience
of preparing monthly management accounts, budgeting, forecasting
Experience
of working in multi-currency environment desirable Strong written and verbal communication skills Advanced Excel skills
Experience
of using Workday desirable Demonstrated ability to build trust and work collaboratively across departments
Experience
of working within a large group desirable Required Skills/Abilities: Pro-active approach and positive attitude Strong commercial instinct with the ability to balance details and strategy
Experience
of partnering directly with leadership and operational teams Exceptional communication, presentation, and influencing skills
Experience
working in post-acquisition integration or matrixed environments A passion for producing high-impact, unforgettable work Travel required based on business needs THE·TEAM does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits. THE·TEAM is proudly an equal opportunity employer. We are always searching for the most passionate and talented people from all backgrounds and experiences to join us. 20 years into our evolution, we continue to expand services and geographies across the exciting and extraordinary worlds of sports, music, entertainment and culture. We are committed to making a meaningful difference and driving real change when it comes to diversity equity and inclusion — not only among our employees, but in how we serve clients and push the industry at large. If this sounds like a place you’d like to work, let’s talk! THE·TEAM is a global leader in sports, music and entertainment. Founded in 2002, THE·TEAM represents many of the world’s most iconic sports and entertainment figures, musical artists, brands and properties, empowering them to shape culture and captivate audiences worldwide.