Director, Finance - Pontefract - TAIT

    TAIT
    TAIT Pontefract

    1 week ago

    Description

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    TAIT partners with artists, brands, IP holders and place makers to bring culture-defining, never-before-seen experiences to life. With a legacy of innovation spanning over 45 years, TAIT has grown from pioneering in rock 'n' roll concert staging to setting the global standard for extraordinary live events and experiences through cutting-edge technology, precision engineering, and creative design. TAIT's 20 global offices have developed iconic productions and experiences in over 30 countries, all seven continents, and even outer space for renowned performers, theme parks, exhibits, and venues across the globe, including partnerships with Taylor Swift, Cirque Du Soleil, Royal Opera House, Nike, NASA, Bloomberg, Google, Beyoncé, and The Olympics

    Position Purpose

    The Director, Finance is a senior leadership role accountable for all financial operations across TAIT's UK region. This includes project and commercial accounting, general ledger management, and the preparation of accurate financial reports and statements. The role ensures compliance with accounting standards, tax regulations, and internal controls, while playing a key part in driving the company's strategic and operational objectives.

    With a strong operational orientation, the Finance Director partners closely with senior leadership, project managers, and operations teams to improve financial performance, optimise resource allocation, and provide the insights required for effective decision-making

    Essential Responsibilities

    • Lead the UK finance function, overseeing general accounting, financial reporting, and compliance.
    • Oversee the timely and accurate preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for individual entities and the consolidated group.
    • Own project and commercial accounting - driving accuracy, managing risk, and monitoring performance.
    • Prepare and refine project financial data to improve visibility on costs, margins, and deliver efficiency.
    • Manage project cash flow and lead the preparation of project P&L projections in line with commercial goals.
    • Provide timely, strategic financial insights to help steer projects from quoting to completion.
    • Collaborate with Project and Operations teams to align financial operations with creative and technical execution.
    • Lead year-end group and statutory audit processes and ensure compliance and governance.
    • Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.
    • Provide financial support to M&A activities as needed - from due diligence through to post-close integration.
    • Champion continuous improvement in internal controls, processes, systems, and team performance.

    Position Requirements

    • Fully qualified accountant (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA).
    • Extensive experience in a senior finance role within a project-led or operations-focused environment.
    • Strong technical accounting knowledge with sound commercial judgement.
    • Proven ability to partner with cross-functional teams and influence decision-making at a senior level.
    • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic setting with shifting priorities.
    • Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills

    Preferred Requirements

    • Experience in live entertainment, engineering, or technology-led sectors.
    • Familiarity with Epicor or similar ERP systems.

    Ideal Traits

    • Must be a self-starter with the ability to work independently
    • Proven and demonstrated experience in successfully managing projects and deadlines
    • Ability to observe issues and work through problem solving approaches
    • Comfortability in presenting in front of small and large groups of individuals
    • Ability to work in a dynamic environment and culture

    TAIT is an equal opportunity employer fully committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran or any other protected characteristic as outlined by international, national, state, or local laws.


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