501 Fun
Senior Finance Manager
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Senior Finance Manager
Senior Finance Manager – 501 Entertainment
About 501 Entertainment
501 Entertainment Limited, founded in 2018, is the global leader in social entertainment systems, specialising in turning traditional activities—such as darts, golf, and more—into digitally enhanced, engaging experiences. As a pioneering tech company, we merge innovation with entertainment to bring people together in exciting new ways.
About the Role
The Senior Finance Manager is the operational lead of the finance function at 501 Entertainment, a fast-growing, investor-backed entertainment technology business. Reporting to the CFO, this role oversees day-to-day finance operations—including the period-end close, management reporting, payroll, tax compliance, and audit liaison—while managing two Finance Managers as the primary technical escalation point below CFO level.
Operating in a lean, high-growth environment with increasing complexity—such as new billing models, manufacturing, overseas tax obligations, and investor reporting—this role demands a proactive owner of end-to-end processes, clear stakeholder communication, and the drive to continuously improve finance operations.
Key Responsibilities
Management Accounts & Period-End Close
- Own the full period-end close on a 4-weekly reporting cycle.
- Prepare management accounts (P&L, balance sheet, and KPIs) with independent variance commentary.
- Review journals, accruals, prepayments, and reconciliations to meet deadlines.
- Present management accounts to the CFO.
- Maintain audit-ready records year-round.
Budget & Forecasting
- Lead the annual budgeting process in collaboration with the CFO.
- Provide commercial analysis and scenario modelling to inform business strategy.
Tax & Statutory Compliance
- Ensure timely and accurate VAT return submissions with full HMRC compliance.
- Coordinate with external advisors on corporation tax, R&D tax credits, and tax credit processes.
- Monitor overseas tax obligations as the business expands internationally.
- Oversee all statutory filings to avoid delays or penalties.
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Audit & External Relationships
- Be the primary auditor contact during the year-end audit process.
- Manage relationships with tax advisors and external service providers.
- Maintain audit readiness through consistent documentation and controls.
Payroll
- Own the entire payroll cycle (calculation, approval, and payslip distribution).
- Ensure accuracy and on-time issuance of payroll in every period.
- Communicate payroll updates clearly to senior leadership.
Investor & Board Reporting
- Support the CFO in preparing board and investor reporting packs.
- Ensure Series A (and other investor) reporting obligations are met accurately and on time.
- Develop KPI reporting systems to reflect business growth.
Team Leadership
- Line-manage two Finance Managers, setting clear priorities, objectives, and performance standards.
- Develop team capabilities and manage workload efficiently.
- Serve as the daily escalation point for finance-related queries.
Banking, Treasury & Systems
- Oversee supplier payment runs with rigorous cash discipline.
- Support treasury management as business scales.
- Maintain and improve finance systems and processes, including automation opportunities.
- Update and enforce Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for consistency.
Requirements
** Qualifications & Experience**
- ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualification (essential).
- 3–5 years post-qualification experience.
- Proven ability to own the period-end close and prepare management accounts independently.
- Hands-on VAT compliance and audit liaison experience.
- Preferable background in fast-growth SMEs, particularly in technology or SaaS.
- People management experience is desirable.
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Core Skills
- Technically excellent in management accounting, tax, and statutory compliance.
- Exceptional communicative skills—able to simplify financial information for non-financial audiences.
- Strong Excel proficiency with preference for Xero experience.
- Commercial mindset—linking numbers to operational insights and questioning unjustified assumptions.
- Meticulous attention to detail and ability to manage competing deadlines.
- Systems- and process-oriented, with a comfort level in automation and technology.
- Remaining calm under pressure, with collaborative yet direct communication style.
What We Offer
Work Environment & Benefits
A collaborative, supportive workplace, growth opportunities, and company-wide social events.
- Competitive salary, aligned with experience.
- 25 days annual leave plus all bank holidays.
- Birthday off work.
- A range of competitive benefits, including:
- Buying Annual leave scheme.
- Company pension plan.
- Private Healthcare.
- Life Assurance policy.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Flu vaccinations.
- Eyecare vouchers.
- Salary sacrifice platform, featuring employee discounts and a Health & Wellbeing program.
Why Join Us?
501 Entertainment is shaping the future of social entertainment, blending hospitality technology with immersive experiences. Our clients include some of the UK’s most innovative entertainment venues, and as we grow, we seek passionate individuals who want to help define the next generation of fun.
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