Finance Business Partner

Finance Business Partner - Connexin Live & York BarbicanAbout

We are ASM Global, and we host breath-taking live events at our venues around the globe. Our impressive network of over 350 Stadiums, Arenas, Conference Centres and Theatres have welcomed some of the World’s most exciting Music Artists and Sporting Events. Our vision is to connect the world through inspiration, innovation and imagination to realise the potential of the spaces and places that bring people together.

About the Role

To act as a key business partner to the Venue General Manager (GM) and the wider management team by providing high-quality Management Information (MI) and supporting commercial finance and analytics. The role will also involve producing accurate management accounts in collaboration with the central transactional finance team, as well as overseeing forecasting, budgeting, and mentoring an Assistant Management Accountant. This is a dual site role with accountability for Hull Connexion Live and York Barbican venues

What we can offer
- You will work hard at ASM, but you will be rewarded with lots of time to relax and rest with 25 days annual leave.- We understand that you have a life outside of work and want to ensure that your loved ones will always be taken care of whilst you’re contributing to our success with our Life Assurance policy.
- A healthy contribution of % Pension so that your golden years are spent ticking off the items on your bucket list.- Got a dental bill? Need to book a counselling session? Or even help with Physio costs? With the support of Healthshield; ASM will support with these unexpected costs. For you and any children.- We understand that from time to time you might need a bit of support to get you back to feeling your best, so we have teamed up with AXA Health to provide our people with an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support mental health in the workplace.- We are visionaries: both physically and metaphorically When you join ASM you will be entitled to eye care vouchers and a contribution towards any glasses you require.Your Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality MI and detailed commercial financial analysis to support decision-making.
- Manage, mentor, and develop the Assistant Management Accountant, fostering a structured working environment.
- Drive process and system improvements to enhance controls and efficiencies.
- Actively contribute to Senior Management Team (SMT) meetings and collaborate with Department Heads on financial results and forecasts.
- Prepare annual departmental budgets, monthly reforecasts, and monthly financial packs for business review.
- Support the annual business planning process and assess the financial impact of new initiatives, especially in premium and hospitality products.
- Oversee month-end processes, including journal preparation, event settlements, show night reports, and performance tracking.
- Conduct ROI analysis for income-generating capital projects and manage audit preparation.
- Ensure the accuracy and integrity of MI from EPOS and other systems, and provide insights into working capital management.
- Complete balance sheet reconciliations and handle ad-hoc projects as directed by UK Finance Director and GM.

We are looking for someone with:

- Qualified ACA, CIMA or ACCA, including relevant post qualification experience.
- Experience of management of people.
- Track record of implementation of processes and change management experience.
- Good knowledge of processes, systems and control frameworks.
- Advanced Excel skills including formulas and ideally macros.
- Excellent planning, organisational and time management skills
- Resilience and able to work well under pressure and work reactively and proactively
- Excellent interpersonal, influencing and communication skills

Recruitment Process Outlined:
1st Stage
- Intro Call with Talent Team

2nd Stage
- F2F Meeting with General Manager & Finance Director

3rd Stage - Presentation with Finance VP

How to Apply

Inclusive Workplace

At ASM Global, we are committed to leading the entertainment industry towards a greener, faster, and more innovative digital future. There’s never been a better time to join our team. We aim to be an inclusive organisation, trusted and admired by our employees, customers, and suppliers. Join us and make a significant impact from day one.

We are committed to active inclusion, diversity, and equal opportunities. This commitment begins with our recruitment and selection process. We welcome discussions about flexible working arrangements.

How to Apply
- Please download and complete the Employment Application Form.

Submit your completed forms to:
Position
Finance Business Partner

Salary
Competitive

Working Hours
37.5 hours per week

Location
Connexin Live & York BarbicanClosing Date
- 30/09/2024Downloads
- ASM Global Employment Application Form