Finance Manager (FTC to Perm) | Global Entertainment Company | London
Our client is an award-winning international entertainment company, widely recognised for their genre-defining documentaries, scripted series, live event programming, and cultural formats that shape the global media landscape. With partnerships spanning major streamers, studios, and broadcasters, their portfolio includes some of the most impactful and creatively ambitious projects in the industry.
The business has seen rapid expansion in the last 12 months, with several large-scale projects commissioned and new creative partnerships underway. Headquartered in London with a growing global footprint, their team is built on collaboration, integrity, and a shared love for storytelling. If you thrive in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment with sleeves-rolled energy, this could be the place for you.
The Role
We're looking for a detail-driven Finance Manager to join the growing finance team on an initial 6-month fixed-term contract, with a strong view to go permanent. Reporting into a supportive and commercially-minded Financial Controller, you'll play a key role in month-end close, financial reporting, audit support, and continuous process improvement.
This is an ideal opportunity for someone with a solid grounding in financial accounting and a passion for the creative industries. The right person will be confident managing multiple tasks with accuracy, enjoy building systems and workflows, and be motivated by the opportunity to contribute to a fast-growing, high-visibility company.
Responsibilities
- Own month-end and quarter-end close processes, including preparation of journal entries, accruals, and general ledger reconciliations
- Prepare accurate and timely financial reports in line with GAAP and IFRS standards
- Manage supporting documentation and audit trails for internal and external financial reviews
- Oversee financial administration, including bank account management and support across legal entities
- Collaborate with the wider finance and production teams to improve internal reporting processes and documentation
- Contribute to special projects and ad hoc reporting requests as needed
What We Need to See (Essential)
- Part-Qualified or studying towards qualification (ACCA, ACA, CIMA)
- UK/US GAAP knowledge
- A passion for the TV and Film Industry!
What We'd Like to See (Bonus)
- Previous experience in the media and entertainment industry
- NetSuite exposure
Package:
Salary: £50,000-£55,000 (pro rata for 6-month FTC)
Location: London
Hybrid: Flexible hybrid model (typically 2-3 days in-office)
Start Date: ASAP
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At Harmonic, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, supportive, and equitable workplace. We warmly welcome applicants from all backgrounds and assure you that every candidate will be thoughtfully considered.
At Harmonic, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We actively welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and assure you that every candidate will be thoughtfully considered for the roles we represent, without regard to race, religion, gender expression, disability, or sexual orientation.
