Finance Manager (FTC - 6 Months) – Media & Entertainment Business
About the Company:
A fast-growing media & entertainment business requires a Qualified Accountant to join its London team. The opportunity will involve full ownership of financial and management accounts, with a wide scope of finance responsibilities. You’ll work closely with the Finance Director, supporting both BAU and strategic projects as the company enters its next growth phase.
About the Role:
You will lead the core accounting function for the UK business and play a key role in bringing the accounts in-house. Responsibilities span across reporting under UK and US GAAP, building financial models, completing VAT returns, and supporting commercial decision-making with timely and accurate financial information.
Responsibilities:
* Lead on month-end close process and preparation of monthly management accounts.
* Preparation of impairment memos.
* Building financial models in Excel to support forecasting and planning.
* Cash flow and working capital forecasting.
* Balance Sheet reconciliations and journal postings.
* VAT review and submissions.
* Statutory financial reporting.
* Liaising with external auditors.
* Preparing tax filings with HMRC.
* Strengthening finance processes, internal controls, and driving efficiency.
* Identifying and documenting process improvements.
* Automating manual finance processes and controls.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
Qualified ACA/CA with an audit background and experience in Media & Entertainment, creative industries, or digital production. MS Dynamics would be advantageous. Month-end experience is essential. Intermediate/Advanced Excel skills are essential, along with high attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple workstreams.
Pay Range and Compensation Package:
£70,000 per annum. This role requires 3 days a week in the office and offers a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic business at a pivotal stage of growth in the entertainment space.