Looking for a qualified and experienced Group Finance Manager to join a leading broadcasting studios on a contract basis. This role will lead the delivery of high-quality consolidated management reporting and oversee the integrity and performance of core financial systems. This role plays a pivotal part in supporting business decision-making, ensuring data accuracy, and driving continuous improvement across reporting and system processes.
Acting as the key link between finance, technical teams, and external partners, you’ll manage monthly and quarterly consolidation, champion best practices in data handling, and support a high-performing finance systems environment. You’ll also lead a small team, support stakeholder engagement at all levels, and deputise for senior leadership when required.
Offering £400-500 a day inside IR35
Start date in September, contract until June 2026
Hybrid working from London office (2-3 days a week)
Responsibilities:
* Lead review and delivery of consolidated monthly and quarterly management reports for senior stakeholders.
* Ensure accuracy and completeness of actuals and forecasts across financial systems (SAP S/4, BPC).
* Own financial data validation, system uploads, and core reporting processes.
* Act as primary contact for consolidation queries and system issue resolution, including liaison with BPO providers.
* Drive improvements in reporting efficiency, data quality, and use of automation tools (e.g. dashboards).
* Deliver ad hoc financial analysis to support strategic decision-making.
* Oversee system change requests, testing, and upgrades in partnership with Finance and Technology teams.
* Provide training and support for finance systems, promoting best practices across users.
* Maintain strong internal controls and support audit readiness and compliance activities.
* Lead and develop a small team, providing coaching, direction, and performance oversight.
* Build relationships across finance and non-finance teams to ensure alignment on reporting and system needs.
* Deputise for the Head of Finance as required.
Requirements:
* Recognised professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA)
* Strong experience in financial reporting, consolidation, and planning
* Proficient in ERP/reporting systems (preferably SAP S/4 and BPC)
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
* Ability to communicate clearly with both finance and non-finance stakeholders
* Experience managing data accuracy, validation, and process compliance
* Experience working in a complex, matrixed organisation at a group level and consolidation accounts
To find out more, please apply!
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