Financial Controller

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 Director of Finance 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.Key Responsibilities - across LIVE·TEAM Amberg and Starnberg offices:Financial Management and ReportingPrepare and review monthly management accounts for group reporting and for local leadershipLead the budgeting and reforecasting processes in alignment with group timelines.Ensuring compliance with local tax legislation (employment, VAT, corporate taxes) through liaison with professional advisorsReview and approval of monthly payrollReview and approval of operating expensesSupporting account managers in costing and reconciling projectsSupporting shared service centre with cost coding, allocation and approvalsEnsuring balance sheet reconciliations are completed in alignment with group timelinesStrategic and Commercial FinanceAct 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 targetsWorking with client and sales teams to improve the results of the business, eg maximising gross profit , improving cashflowSupport client and sales teams on new business efforts including RFP pricing, margin modeling, and deal support.Business Support and AuditPrepare audit documentation and serve as the primary liaison for external and internal auditsMaintain 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.Qualifications and Experience:Fluent in EnglishQualified 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 desirableExperience of preparing monthly management accounts, budgeting, forecastingExperience of working in multi-currency environment, desirable.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Advances excel skillsExperience of using Workday desirable..Demonstrated ability build trust, and work collaboratively across departments.Experience of working within a large group desirableRequired Skills/Abilities:Pro-active approach and positive attitudeStrong 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr