Looking for a commercially minded Finance Manager for a 6month contract role with a growing media business. Reporting to the CFO, the Finance Manager will play a pivotal role in overseeing financial performance, with a strong focus on revenue recognition, month-end reporting, and forward-looking commercial insight. The role will provide high-quality financial information and analysis across the full Profit & Loss account to support strategic decision-making by senior stakeholders.
This role combines technical finance ownership (including revenue accuracy, reporting, and controls) with a commercial and strategic remit, supporting revenue growth, long-term planning, and performance optimisation across multiple revenue streams. This is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified accountant to step into a commercially focused finance management role, working closely with the CFO, co-CEOs, Senior Leadership Team, and a range of editorial and commercial teams.
Offering £(Apply online only) a day outside IR35
Hybrid working with 4 days a week in the London office
Key Responsibilities
Own the month-end close and management reporting process, ensuring timely, accurate P&L reporting with a strong focus on revenue recognition and controls.
Ensure revenue is recognised accurately across multiple revenue streams in line with accounting standards, supporting audit readiness and scalable SME processes.
Act as a commercial finance partner to revenue-generating teams, providing insight on performance, risks, and opportunities to support SME growth.
Lead short-term and long-term forecasting and budgeting, including ownership of the 5-year financial model to support strategic growth planning.
Drive FP&A analysis, including variance analysis, scenario modelling, and KPI reporting to inform senior leadership decision-making.
Prepare and deliver monthly reporting packs and dashboards for the Board and Senior Leadership Team, enhancing visibility of commercial performance.
Develop ROI and investment analysis to support growth initiatives and promote financial discipline within a scaling SME environment.
Support the CFO with cash flow forecasting and working capital management, critical to sustainable business growth.
Oversee and support the Senior Finance Assistant, contributing to an efficient, well-controlled finance function.
Continuously improve finance processes, reporting, and controls to ensure the function scales effectively with SME growth.
Required Skills & Experience
ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent chartered accountancy qualification.
1–3 years’ post-qualification experience, ideally within a media or similar revenue-driven environment.
Strong understanding of revenue recognition principles and financial reporting.
Advanced Excel skills with proven experience in financial modelling and forecasting.
Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders