At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage group financial reporting, balance sheet control, and support audits.
- Company: Join a dynamic media company with a focus on collaboration and inclusivity.
- Benefits: Enjoy 25 days holiday, flexible working, and health cash back plan.
- Other info: Relaxed office culture with regular socials and a commitment to diversity.
- Why this job: Make an impact in finance while developing your skills in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: ACCA or CIMA part qualified with experience in accounting.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 50000 £ per year.
The role will sit within the Group Finance team whose responsibilities include group financial reporting and analysis, treasury and cash flow management, consolidation of the Group’s results, and leading the annual financial audit and production of group financial statements. The Group Finance team works alongside the wider Finance team in London.
Reporting to the Group Finance Manager, the Group Accountant will be responsible for key month end processes for revenue and cost and allocating these accurately to brands in line with the reporting timetable. The role will have a significant focus on balance sheet control, and the Group Accountant will be responsible for delivering timely and accurate balance sheet reconciliations. The Group Accountant will also take on a key role across Treasury activities and the Group’s year end audit and support the Group’s external audit.
The right candidate for this role will be self-motivated and organised. They will take ownership of the broad range of tasks within their remit and quickly develop an in-depth understanding of the business of Immediate Media. The Group finance team plays a key role in supporting the wider finance team and this role will be required to build strong working relationships across the team, resolve queries swiftly and communicate information clearly and accurately.
As a Group Accountant you will:
- Take ownership of the circulation and subscription revenue postings and direct cost allocations at month end including completion of all associated monthly balance sheet reconciliations for these areas.
- Maintenance and reconciliation of fixed asset registers, including monthly depreciation, amortisation, additions and disposal journals.
- Support timely resolution of audit queries across P&L and balance sheet areas.
- Ad hoc analysis, project and other work for the Group Finance Manager and Group Financial Controller as required.
- Have the opportunity to expand responsibilities across Group Finance over time.
Requirements:
- ACCA or CIMA part qualified accountant.
- Previous experience gained in a similar role/commercial environment.
- Solid understanding of basic accounting concepts, systems and processes.
- Experience of working to timetables and strict procedures.
- Demonstrable attention to detail and ability to apply a methodology for ensuring high level of accuracy.
- Experience and understanding of financial systems/software, with good Excel skills.
- Commitment to developing and implementing continual process improvements in a complex reporting structure is a requirement for the role, as is the ability to respond flexibly to changing operational needs.
- A “finisher” with the genuine drive, enthusiasm and commitment to improve the effectiveness of management reporting processes.
- Ability to use initiative, anticipate issues and develop common sense, practical solutions to deliver high quality output to tight deadlines.
- Confident team player with strong influencing, facilitation and communication skills.
- A good communicator, both oral and written, who is an approachable team player.
- Media industry background would be beneficial, but not essential.
- Experience using Access Dimensions would be beneficial.
A relaxed working environment with regular socials including a summer festival. Supportive well-being initiatives and benefits, talks & workshops, and Mental Health First aiders & Champions. 25 days holiday plus a day for your birthday. Our offices will be closed between Christmas and New Year’s which are in addition to your annual entitlement. Claim back everyday health care cost with Medicash our Health Cash back plan. Lease an Electric vehicle through our EV salary sacrifice scheme. Tailored training and development through both our in-house learning platform and LinkedIn Learning. A progressive and transparent culture focused on your development. Flexible / hybrid working plus early finish Fridays. Cycle to work scheme. Enhanced Family Policies including paternity, adoption and surrogacy leave. We also provide a pregnancy loss, fertility, and carers policy. Competitive pension plans and Life Assurance. A newly renovated modern office with lots of collaborative spaces.
People are at the heart of our business and creating a diverse and inclusive working environment is important to us. Immediate is an equal opportunities employer. We’ll never treat anyone less favourably because of their sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy and maternity, marital/civil partnerships, sexual orientation, race, nationality, ethnic origin, age, religion or belief or disability. We’re also committed to supporting applications from those who are returning to work following a career break, maternity leave or caring responsibilities.
Group Accountant employer: Immediate Media Co
Immediate Media is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and supportive work environment in London for the Group Accountant role. With a focus on employee well-being, professional development, and a culture that values diversity and inclusion, team members enjoy benefits such as flexible working arrangements, tailored training opportunities, and a modern office space designed for collaboration. The company fosters a strong sense of community through regular social events and initiatives aimed at enhancing mental health and overall job satisfaction.
