Finance Manager (City of London)

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.