Finance Manager
2-3 days onsite - Zone 1
£75,000 - £80,000 + 20% Bonus
Our client is a leading international entertainment business. As the company continues to grow and evolve, they are seeking a practice trained, qualified accountant to take ownership of operational finance across the group. Reporting directly to an accomplished senior finance leader, this role will play a critical part in managing core cost centres and ensuring a robust and efficient month end process.
Key responsibilities include:
* Full ownership of the month end process, including preparation, review and delivery of accurate and timely management information.
* End-to-end responsibility for operational cost centres (e.g., Marketing, Legal, HR, and other support functions), partnering with budget holders to provide insight, challenge and effective cost control.
* Preparation of monthly cost centre reporting, variance analysis and actionable commentary for senior stakeholders.
* Supporting the development and enhancement of reporting tools and processes to improve visibility of operational spending.
* Liaising with international teams to ensure all monthly submissions and data inputs are accurate and aligned with group timelines.
* Assisting with budgeting and forecasting cycles for relevant cost centres, ensuring assumptions are robust and well supported.
* Ensuring intercompany charges and allocations relating to operational areas are accurate and fit for purpose.
Candidate requirements:
* Qualified Chartered Accountant (ACA or equivalent), practice trained, with industry experience and a strong grounding in financial reporting and controls.
* Experience in operational finance, business partnering or cost centre management is highly advantageous.
* Solid knowledge of accounting policies and IFRS, with the ability to apply technical understanding in a commercial context.
* Confident working across multiple stakeholders internationally, with strong communication skills and the ability to challenge constructively.
* Advanced Excel skills and strong systems capability, with the ability to quickly adapt to new tools and reporting platforms.
Please send your CV to apply.
Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.
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