Shared Services Finance Manager - R2R (Manchester)

R2R Finance Manager | £55,000 – £65,000 + 10% bonus | TV/Film | Manchester (hybrid – 2 days in office) | Permanent A R2R Finance Manager is required to join a well-established and highly regarded TV/Film company based in Manchester on a permanent basis. This role is part of a large, modern finance function and is key to ensuring best-in-class reconciliations and driving continuous improvement during a period of digital transformation. Reporting to the Head of Finance, and managing a team of Accountants and Assistant Accountants, this position will suit a confident and experienced finance leader who can drive performance, increase automation, and maintain robust financial controls. Key responsibilities: Leading and developing a team & the reconciliations function Overseeing accurate and timely delivery of balance sheet, revenue, and cost account reconciliations Encouraging the use of automated reconciliation software\’s across the business Standardising and embedding consistent reconciliation processes and policies Supporting regular ERP system releases and ensuring system controls remain robust Driving a culture of digital transformation and continuous improvement Preparing documentation for audit and ensuring full compliance with internal controls Resolving discrepancies and addressing aged reconciliation items Collaborating closely with peers across Finance Operations and other departments Developing team capability and eliminating single points of failure In return: £55,000 – £65,000 +10% bonus Excellent pension and healthcare benefits 37-hour work week and hybrid working model (2 days in office) Career progression across finance, operations, and transformation You’ll be part of a respected and forward-thinking media business The opportunity to influence change and support strategic finance goals Key requirements: The ideal candidate will have experience leading a financial accounting or reconciliations team (4–8+ people) within a fast-paced, large, change-focused environment. Strong technical knowledge of reconciliations, month-end processes, and ERP systems is essential, with Oracle Fusion and ARCS experience being particularly beneficial. You’ll be a qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA), or a highly experienced QBE, with a solid track record in managing reconciliation processes and delivering continuous improvement in large or complex organisations, ideally within a shared service or centralised finance structure.