Accounts Receivable-Music Merchandising

Handle are working with a renowned leader in entertainment merchandising, partnering with top-tier entertainers and brands to deliver innovative products and memorable experiences to fans worldwide.

This role is based in Fulham and will require to be in the office 5 days in the first month following which it will be 3 days in and 2 days working from home.

If you have experience working within AR and have worked within Music, licensing, merchandise, entertainment- I would love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Touring & Events:
  • Update and maintain sales trackers for UK, Europe, and Rest of World (ROW) daily.
  • File and manage sales sheets within Outlook, preparing manual invoices as required.
  • Reconcile settlements with sales sheets, ensuring discrepancies are investigated and resolved promptly.
  • Coordinate with touring department on sell-off deals and invoice collection.
• Licensing:
  • Generate royalty and advance invoices on our finance system.
  • Oversee the Withholding Tax (WHT) tracker and liaise with licensing for issue resolution.
  • Updating Royalty management system with payments.
• Retail, E-Commerce, and Joint Ventures (JV):
  • Ensure timely reporting and invoicing for retail and e-commerce operations.
  • Liaise with retail partners regarding queries and overdue payments.
• Banking:
  • Manage receipt coding and allocation, ensuring accuracy in payments received.
• Aged Debt Management:
  • Maintain aged debt records, prepare reports for board meetings, and advise on potential risks.
  • Regularly chase outstanding debts and recommend bad debt provisions when necessary.
• Month-End Procedures:
  • Invoice JV accounts and ROW tours, update WHT tax tracker, and ensure all financial postings are accurate and complete.
• Ad Hoc Duties:
  • Create new customer accounts, complete various forms, and assist with AR process documentation.
  • Maintain credit card and cash trackers, and support the US finance team as needed.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in finance or accounting, preferably within an AR role.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.