Business Controller

Stage Entertainment is one of the world's leading theater producers and owners. We have offices and theaters across Europe and produce the world’s biggest titles, such as &Juliet, MJ, the Blue Man Group, Moulin Rouge, Disney's The Lion King, Alladin and Frozen as well as in-house developed productions such as TINA-The Tina Turner Musical on Broadway and West-End and are touring in several countries with it.

Stage Entertainment is owned by Advance Publications Inc. based in New York. Advance is a family-owned company that operates globally and invests in a wide range of media, communication, and technology businesses globally.

Passion connects us

Our strong passion for live entertainment, musicals and first-class theater performances is what connects us at Stage Entertainment. This common bond turns a colorful mix of people from a wide variety of professions into one dedicated team: a true "we". A team that does exceptional work by always striving for the best. A team that knows how to thrill millions of spectators with extraordinary shows on all our stages across Europe. We want to share our passion with you, too. That’s why we’re looking for you!

Business Controller here is where your challenge starts

We are looking for an experienced Business Controller with a focus on Ticketing and IT to strengthen the Group Finance team. This role is pivotal in the strategy of Stage Entertainment to inhouse ticketing and to further professionalize IT across the Group. The Group Finance team has nine team members and reports to the CFO. The Business Controller Ticketing & IT reports to the Director Group Control with dotted lines to the Group Director Ticketing and Group IT Director.

Stage Entertainment has decided to change its approach towards ticketing, moving from a full service ticketing provider to run its ticketing operation in-house. Customer centricity is a key element in Stage Entertainment’s growth strategy to drive its business forward. Building in-house ticketing capabilities will allow the company to further expand its customer base and reach new customers by offering them an even more tailored experience and superior service. This will also allow it to further align to the needs of its Sales partners.

This strategic and very exciting project requires strong business controlling support and financial expertise to optimize financial processes like invoicing, settlement and reconciliation and integration into Workday Finance.

Considering the above this role is an outstanding opportunity for a candidate who enjoys (pro-)actively contributing to designing and building organisation and processes and being involved in a strategic key project from the start which will also create future opportunities.

Responsibilities:

Key activities are amongst others:

• Monitor actual costs versus business case and update business case.
• Monthly reporting of financials to the Stage Management Board (CEO, CFO and COO).
• Prepare quarterly re-forecasts and annual budget.
• Financial scenario analysis to support decision making.
• Identify and realize cost efficiencies and savings.
• Coordinate, Inform and when needed Challenge key stakeholders. 
• Process and controls design and implementation (for example: invoicing, settlement and reconciliation).
• Set-up and maintain financial data model and project specific business processes in Workday Finance.
• Supplier management (for example: selection and purchasing including purchase orders)
• Monitor compliance to Group policies (like Group Authorization Policy).
• Support the annual Group audit and Advance internal audits.

Qualifications and experience:

We are looking for a candidate that fits the following profile:

• Financial professional with 6-8 years experience.
• Experience in business control including reporting to various stakeholders.
• Experience in process and control design and review.
• Eye for detail but also able to take a helicopter view.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Strong Excel skills and preferable experience with Workday Finance.
• Work experience in an international setting and fluent in English.
• Pro-active self-starter taking ownership.
• Good communicator both verbal as in writing (including presentations).
• Teamplayer.

This is a full-time position. Stage Entertainment offers the opportunity to work from home two days a week (in agreement with the line manager).

The role may include travel to countries were Stage Entertainment or our Ticketing partner operates.

What does Stage Entertainment offer?

• 25 vacation days, 1 D&I day and 2 designated days off from Stage Entertainment.
• Competitive salary in line with the market.
• Good pension scheme and travel allowance.
• Great if you work in the office, but we also offer the opportunity to work partially from home.
• The opportunity to work remotely for two weeks at a destination of your choice.
• We value your personal development, that's why there are plenty of opportunities for training and education.
• Your work makes an impact both Stage Entertainment headquarters and internationally. You will work with diverse, passionate colleagues all over Europe.

Are you excited to join us as a Business Controller IT & Ticketing?

Let's arrange a meeting to discuss the exciting opportunities that await you!

We encourage you to apply for this vacancy, even if you don’t fit all qualifications. We are looking for candidates of all backgrounds and the candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or disability. We realize that a diverse mix of colleagues gives us access to a wide range of ideas, perspectives and insights that allow us to touch hearts and create memories. Please find more information about our D&I initiatives: https://www.stage-entertainment.com/dei