David Johnston

We're looking for an organised and proactive Project Coordinator to join a leading media organisation on a temporary basis until end of November.This is a busy coordination role supporting project leads across the planning and delivery of a large-scale project. You'll be responsible for keeping the detail and day-to-day activity moving, ensuring actions are followed up, meetings are well prepared and key project information is kept accurate and up to date.The roleSupporting project leads with the planning, coordination and delivery of projectsOrganising and scheduling meetings, including individual consultation sessionsPreparing meeting materials and taking clear meeting notes and minutesMaintaining action logs, project trackers and key documentationFollowing up with stakeholders on outstanding actions and keeping activities on trackCoordinating information across multiple teams and stakeholdersMonitoring project timelines, deadlines and deliverablesHelping to identify and flag any issues or delaysMaintaining accurate project data and producing updates/reports where requiredUsing Excel to manage, analyse and track dataProviding general project administration and coordination support to ensure Project Leads can focus on project planning and deliveryAbout youWe're looking for someone with previous experience in Project Coordination, Project Support, PMO, Programme Coordination or a similar role, ideally within a larger or complex organisation.You'll need to be:Available to start this weekkHighly organised with excellent attention to detailComfortable coordinating large-scale projects and multiple stakeholdersConfident managing trackers, action logs and project documentationProactive when it comes to following up on actions and deadlinesComfortable working with data and proficient in ExcelConfident communicating with stakeholders at different levelsAble to manage multiple priorities in a busy environmentComfortable working independently and keeping things moving without constant direction 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.

Financial Controller - Music (FTC Maternity Cover)Global talent management business with offices in the UK and US who represent artists, producers and creatives across music, entertainment and culture are looking for an experienced qualified (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) Financial Controller to cover a period of maternity leave.You will own the group's month-end, year-end and cash processes, lead a UK team of two, and work closely with our two-person US finance team to deliver accurate, timely consolidated reporting.This is a hands-on role in a fast-moving, client-focused business. You will keep the finance function running smoothly while helping us build systems that give the business continuity, including our AI-driven process.Key responsibilities:Financial reporting and consolidationPrepare the monthly consolidated group reporting across UK and US entities.Review monthly management accounts and commentary prepared by the team, ensuring accuracy and clear explanation of variances.Perform and review intercompany reconciliations, resolving differences with the US team each month.Set and maintain global FX rates used for group reporting and consolidation.Lead year-end reconciliations and prepare statutory financial statements.Cash, payments and treasuryOwn group cash management, including cash flow forecasting and daily cash visibility.Approve supplier and operational payments in line with authorisation limits.Manage the monthly client payment run, ensuring artist and client funds are paid accurately and on time.Payroll and pensionsOversee monthly payroll, reviewing and approving outputs from the payroll provider.Manage workplace pension administration, contributions and compliance.Planning and analysisLead the annual budgeting process and periodic reforecasts with senior management.Respond to ad hoc senior management requests for analysis, insight and financial information.Audit and controlsPlan and manage the annual audit, acting as the main point of contact for external auditors.Maintain a strong control environment across approvals, reconciliations and payments.Process improvement and AIDrive finance process efficiency using AI and automation, including the ongoing development of our internal AI finance tool.Identify manual processes that can be simplified, documented or automated to support business continuity.Leadership and collaborationLine manage, coach and develop a UK finance team of two, reviewing their work and setting clear priorities each month.Work alongside the two-person US finance team as one global function, aligning timetables, processes and reporting standards across time zones.Act as a trusted finance partner to senior management, translating numbers into clear, practical advice.Build effective relationships with auditors, banks, payroll and pension providers, and other external advisers.Skills and experienceQualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) with at least 5 years' post-qualification experience.Proven experience in a Financial Controller or senior finance role.Strong track record of multi-entity, multi-currency consolidation, including intercompany and FX.Hands-on experience of year-end, statutory accounts and managing an external audit.Solid working knowledge of UK payroll and workplace pensions.Experience managing and developing a small team.Excellent Excel skills and confidence with cloud accounting systems e.g NetSuite.Clear communicator, able to explain financial information to non-finance stakeholders.Experience in music, entertainment, talent management.Exposure to US GAAP or working with a US-based finance team.Interest in, or experience of, using AI and automation to improve finance processes 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.

An international media business are looking for an HR Advisor to join their People team. This is a varied role, offering the opportunity to get involved across the full employee lifecycle in a creative, fast-moving environment.Working closely with HR leadership, you'll be a first point of contact for managers and employees, providing practical HR advice while supporting recruitment, ER, payroll, performance and development. There's plenty of scope to take ownership, improve processes and contribute to wider People initiatives, from engagement and HR systems to policies and employee communications. There is also the chance to mentor/ line manage a HR Administrator.The business would particularly suit someone who has worked within a creative industry, whether that's media, entertainment, production or a similar environment, and enjoys the pace and variety that comes with it. You'll need to be approachable, organised and comfortable balancing the day-to-day detail with building relationships across the business.They're looking for someone with around 2-3 years' generalist HR experience, a good grounding in UK employment practices and the confidence to manage ER matters independently.They are 3 days in the office, in Central London with a competitive benefits package.This is a great opportunity for an HR Advisor looking to broaden their experience in a collaborative, international business - please apply now to find out more! 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.