17 Finance jobs in Eastbourne
Management Accountant and Finance Business Partner
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Management Accountant and Finance Business Partner
Location: Eastbourne
Hours of work: 8.30-5.00pm Full Time On Site
Salary: £50-55,000
Benefits:
- Pension contributions (5% employee and 3% employer contributions)
- Company sick pay scheme (after 1 years service)
- Death in service (after 1 years service)
- Significant birthday benefit (after 1 years service)
- Employee benefits platform discounts on products from .
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Finance Manager
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Finance Manager - Joy Group
The Business
Joy Group is a leading independent live events and music company, combining event promotion, and music ventures under one dynamic brand. With a reputation for creativity and excellence, Joy Group delivers innovative live experiences, festivals, and artist-led events that shape the modern music landscape.
Joy Group is part of ATC Group plc, a diversified global music business encompassing artist management, live touring, merchandising, and music services. Being part of the ATC Group provides access to a broad network, deep industry expertise, and a collaborative platform that supports growth across multiple areas of the music and entertainment sectors.
As the business continues to expand its footprint across live music, festivals, and branded entertainment, we are seeking an experienced Finance Manager to strengthen financial control, enhance reporting, and support commercial decision-making across the Group.
The Team
Finance is central to Joy Group’s growth strategy, providing clear financial insight, driving accountability, and supporting leadership in planning and execution. The Finance Manager will join a small but high-performing team, working closely with the Group Financial Controller and senior management to ensure financial rigour and commercial support across all divisions, including Live Events, Artist Management, and Merchandise.
The Role
The Finance Manager plays a key role in maintaining robust financial processes, ensuring accuracy in reporting, and providing commercial insight across the Group. The position requires a balance between hands-on accounting and strategic business partnering, with a focus on efficiency, control, and supporting operational teams to make informed decisions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain accurate, well-structured accounting systems and records across all business entities.
- Prepare timely monthly management accounts and consolidated financial reports.
- Deliver accurate and forward-looking cashflow forecasts, integrating data from live events, and artist activities.
- Monitor liquidity, working capital, and cashflow performance, highlighting risks and opportunities.
- Partner with senior management and event teams to support commercial decisions, event planning, and investment appraisals.
- Manage the year-end and audit process, including preparation of statutory financial statements under IFRS.
- Oversee VAT, corporation tax, and other compliance filings, liaising with external advisors as required.
- Drive improvements in financial systems, controls, and reporting tools to support growth and efficiency.
- Responsible for budgeting and forecasting, including variance analysis and commentary.
- Maintaining budgets whilst reviewing and challenging event profitability, artist settlements, and project performance to ensure commercial viability.
- Manage supplier payments, artist and agent settlements, and ensure strong financial controls across all activities.
Knowledge and Experience
Essential experience:
- Proven experience in a finance management or senior accounting role, ideally within music, live events, or entertainment industries.
- Strong technical understanding of financial reporting, cashflow forecasting, and control processes.
- Demonstrated experience in producing accurate, forward-looking cashflows and providing commercial insight to senior leadership.
- Experience preparing and reviewing statutory accounts and managing audit relationships.
- Strong Excel and accounting system skills; familiarity with cloud-based systems (e.g. Quickbooks, NetSuite, Sage Intacct, Lucanet, or equivalent).
- Experience working with multiple entities or group consolidations.
- Ability to manage tight deadlines and multiple projects in a fast-paced creative environment.
Desirable experience:
- Experience in music-related financial processes such as ticketing settlements, artist statements, and event reconciliations.
- Understanding of music rights, royalties, and revenue recognition principles.
- Exposure to international VAT, tax, and foreign currency transactions.
- Previous involvement in financial systems integration or process improvement projects.
Skills and Personal Attributes
- Highly organised, analytical, and detail-oriented.
- Commercially minded with an ability to translate financial data into actionable insights.
- Effective business partner, able to engage confidently with both finance and creative teams.
- Hands-on, proactive, and adaptable to the fast-moving nature of live events.
- Comfortable operating across strategic and operational levels.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Professional, discreet, and committed to maintaining the highest ethical standards.
Qualifications:
- Fully or part-qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) preferred, or equivalent experience.
- Strong technical accounting and cashflow forecasting skills.
- Experience gained in both SME and larger corporate environments beneficial.
Reporting Lines
The Finance Manager reports to the CEO of Joy Group and the Group Financial Controller and works closely with the CFO, COO, as well as cross-functionally with artist management, production, and commercial teams.
Rewards, Benefits, and Working Practices:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Hybrid working (minimum four days per week in the Brighton office).
- 25 days annual leave plus public holidays.
- Contributory Pension scheme.
- Access to tickets for live events, festivals, and music experiences.
- Supportive, creative working environment with opportunities for professional growth.
Remote Senior Accountant - Financial Reporting
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Key Responsibilities:
- Manage the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring all deadlines are met.
- Prepare accurate and timely financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
- Oversee and reconcile general ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
- Manage accounts payable and receivable functions, ensuring proper controls and timely processing.
- Perform detailed variance analysis and provide explanations for significant fluctuations.
- Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards (e.g., GAAP, IFRS) and regulatory requirements.
- Assist with external audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations.
- Develop and implement accounting policies and procedures to enhance efficiency and internal controls.
- Support the budgeting and forecasting process.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements within the accounting function.
- Utilize accounting software and ERP systems proficiently.
- Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, ACA) or equivalent experience.
- Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in accounting, with a strong focus on financial reporting.
- In-depth knowledge of accounting principles and standards (UK GAAP/IFRS).
- Proven experience in managing month-end and year-end close processes.
- Proficiency in accounting software and advanced Excel skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex financial information clearly.
- Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and meet strict deadlines in a remote environment.
- A dedicated workspace with reliable high-speed internet is essential.
Senior Financial Accountant - Financial Reporting
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Responsibilities:
- Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with relevant accounting standards (IFRS/UK GAAP).
- Perform detailed balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances.
- Manage the month-end and year-end closing processes efficiently and accurately.
- Assist in the preparation of statutory accounts and regulatory filings.
- Support internal and external audit processes by providing necessary documentation and explanations.
- Develop and maintain strong internal controls to ensure the integrity of financial data.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of accounting processes and systems.
- Prepare financial reports and analysis for senior management.
- Ensure timely and accurate processing of all financial transactions.
Qualifications:
- Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent).
- Minimum of 4 years post-qualification experience in financial accounting.
- Strong knowledge of IFRS or UK GAAP.
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced Excel skills.
- Experience with financial reporting and consolidation.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines in a remote setting.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders.
- Experience in financial services industry is a plus.
This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented and proactive Senior Financial Accountant to join a growing company and contribute significantly to its financial operations. If you are looking for a challenging remote role where you can leverage your expertise, apply now. This role supports our client's financial operations near **Brighton, East Sussex, UK**.
Finance Systems Analyst
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Finance Systems Analyst
Location - Bexhill - Hybrid
Welcome to Hastings Direct
We're a digital insurance provider with a clear strategy to become the best and biggest player in the UK market. As a company, we've made huge investments in our technology, pricing, data and analytics capabilities over the past few years, along with nurturing our 4Cs culture and substantial investment in our people. .
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Lead Blockchain Architect - Decentralized Finance
Posted 3 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Design and architect robust, scalable, and secure blockchain solutions, with a primary focus on DeFi applications.
- Evaluate and select appropriate blockchain platforms (e.g., Ethereum, Solana, Polkadot) and consensus mechanisms.
- Develop and oversee the implementation of smart contracts using languages like Solidity, Rust, or Vyper.
- Define and enforce best practices for blockchain development, security, and deployment.
- Collaborate closely with product managers, developers, and stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
- Conduct in-depth research on emerging blockchain technologies, trends, and potential applications.
- Lead code reviews and provide technical mentorship to junior blockchain engineers.
- Develop comprehensive documentation for blockchain architecture, protocols, and smart contracts.
- Ensure the security and integrity of blockchain networks and associated data.
- Contribute to the overall technical strategy and roadmap of the company.
- Identify and mitigate potential risks associated with blockchain implementations.
- Stay updated with regulatory changes and compliance requirements in the DeFi space.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
- Extensive experience in software architecture and development, with a significant focus on blockchain technologies.
- Proficiency in smart contract programming languages (Solidity, Rust, Vyper).
- Deep understanding of various blockchain platforms, protocols, and consensus mechanisms.
- Experience with DeFi protocols, tokenomics, and smart contract security auditing.
- Strong knowledge of cryptography, distributed systems, and network security.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail.
- Proven leadership capabilities and experience mentoring technical teams.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus.
- Passion for decentralized technologies and the future of finance.
Senior Blockchain Developer - Decentralized Finance
Posted 9 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, audit, and deploy smart contracts on various blockchain platforms (e.g., Ethereum, Binance Smart Chain).
- Build and maintain decentralized applications (dApps) using relevant frameworks and languages.
- Implement complex DeFi protocols, including lending, borrowing, exchanges, and yield farming mechanisms.
- Write secure, efficient, and gas-optimized smart contract code.
- Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other engineers to define technical requirements and roadmaps.
- Conduct thorough testing, including unit testing, integration testing, and security audits of smart contracts.
- Stay abreast of the latest developments in blockchain technology, cryptography, and DeFi trends.
- Contribute to the architectural design and technical direction of new blockchain projects.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to smart contracts and dApps.
- Mentor junior developers and contribute to code reviews and best practices.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience as a Blockchain Developer, with a focus on smart contract development.
- Proficiency in Solidity and experience with Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) compatible chains.
- Experience developing and deploying DeFi protocols (e.g., AMMs, lending protocols, derivatives).
- Strong understanding of blockchain architecture, consensus mechanisms, and cryptography.
- Proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript and familiarity with web3.js/ethers.js.
- Experience with testing frameworks (e.g., Hardhat, Truffle) and smart contract auditing.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote team.
- Strong communication skills and a passion for the blockchain and crypto space.
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Lead Blockchain Developer - Decentralized Finance
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As the Lead Blockchain Developer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and deploying secure and scalable blockchain solutions for our DeFi products. You will work with cutting-edge technologies, including smart contracts, distributed ledgers, and various blockchain protocols. Your expertise will be crucial in architecting robust systems, leading development efforts, and ensuring the integrity and security of our decentralized applications.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and develop secure smart contracts using languages like Solidity.
- Architect and implement decentralized applications (dApps) on various blockchain platforms.
- Lead and mentor a team of blockchain developers.
- Integrate blockchain technology with existing systems and third-party services.
- Conduct thorough code reviews and security audits for smart contracts and dApps.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest blockchain trends, protocols, and security best practices.
- Collaborate with product managers and designers to translate requirements into technical specifications.
- Optimize blockchain applications for performance, scalability, and cost-efficiency.
- Research and evaluate new blockchain technologies and potential integrations.
- Contribute to the overall technical strategy and roadmap of the DeFi products.
- Extensive experience in blockchain development, with a focus on DeFi.
- Strong proficiency in smart contract development (e.g., Solidity, Vyper).
- Deep understanding of various blockchain protocols (e.g., Ethereum, Binance Smart Chain, Polygon).
- Experience with Web3.js, Ethers.js, or similar libraries.
- Familiarity with cryptographic principles and security best practices.
- Proven ability to design and architect complex blockchain systems.
- Experience with performance optimization and gas cost reduction.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Excellent leadership and communication skills.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
Senior Financial Analyst - Corporate Finance
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Senior Blockchain Developer - Decentralized Finance
Posted 22 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and deploy secure and efficient smart contracts on various blockchain platforms (e.g., Ethereum, Solana).
- Develop and maintain decentralized applications (dApps) and their associated backend infrastructure.
- Contribute to the design and architecture of new blockchain protocols and features.
- Conduct code reviews, testing, and debugging to ensure the highest quality of code.
- Research and evaluate emerging blockchain technologies and their potential applications.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define product requirements and technical specifications.
- Optimize blockchain solutions for performance, scalability, and security.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest developments in the cryptocurrency and blockchain space.
- Mentor junior developers and contribute to a culture of technical excellence.
- Extensive experience in blockchain development, with a strong focus on smart contract programming (Solidity, Rust, etc.).
- Proficiency in at least one major blockchain platform (e.g., Ethereum, Polygon, Solana).
- Experience with dApp development and understanding of front-end integration.
- Solid understanding of cryptography, consensus mechanisms, and blockchain principles.
- Experience with decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols and concepts is highly desirable.
- Strong software engineering fundamentals and experience with distributed systems.
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a hybrid team environment.