Finance Controller New London

Platform Media is a multi-label media group delivering premium podcasts, digital content, and branded content across sports, entertainment, comedy, fiction, and factual genres. We deliver award‑winning campaigns and shows for the world’s biggest brands, broadcasters, and rights holders. Our culture is driven by the people we hire, and we focus on delivering exceptional results that foster long‑term partnerships.

In 2025, Platform Media consolidated its market‑leading position through a series of strategic mergers and acquisitions that accelerated its investments in original IP. The supergroup now houses several of the world’s leading digital content labels, including Listen for chart‑topping TV and entertainment hits, Goldhawk for addictive fiction and factual storytelling, and Folding Pocket for unmissable sports conversations. We operate a London‑based studio and distribute content through all major podcasting platforms as well as YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram.

Location: London Based (Hybrid/Remote)
Reports to: Finance Director
Salary: Up to £75,000 plus bonus

About The Role

The Finance Controller plays a pivotal role in leading Platform Media’s financial operations, supporting our continued exciting growth. This role combines hands‑on financial management with close partnership across Senior Leadership, helping to guide the business toward data‑informed, impactful decision‑making. Responsible for delivering accurate financial reporting and maintaining strong financial controls, the Finance Controller will also provide clear, strategic insight to drive performance and long‑term success.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the group reporting process, including long term contract reviews, consolidation of multiple legal entities, intercompany eliminations and reconciliation of group balances.
• Prepare, review, and present accurate and timely financial statements, including consolidated Profit & Loss and Balance Sheet reports.
• Deliver regular financial reports and in‑depth analysis to Senior Management.
• Identify key trends, risks, and variances, and provide clear explanations and recommendations.

Internal Controls & Compliance

• Develop, implement, and maintain robust internal controls and financial policies.
• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards, legislation, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage internal and external audit processes, acting as the primary point of contact for auditors.

Cash Flow & Financial Transactions

• Oversee cash flow management, including production of regular cashflow forecasts, to ensure liquidity and financial stability.
• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and other financial obligations.
• Monitor working capital and implement improvements where necessary.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop the finance and accounting team.
• Ensure appropriate delegation, workload management, and professional development.
• Foster a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Monitor performance against budget and forecast, highlighting variances and corrective actions.
• Support the development of rolling forecasts and financial models to enable business planning and performance management.
• Support the annual budgeting process in collaboration with business stakeholders.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in a Finance Controller, Senior Accounting Manager, or similar senior finance role.
• Professional accounting qualification (CPA, ACCA, CA, or equivalent).
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, and internal controls.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective leadership and people management capabilities.
• Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to non‑finance stakeholders.
• Experience in preparing consolidated group accounts.
• Practice background and/or training is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline.
• Expertise in Xero, including manipulation and analysis of system‑generated financial data considered to be an advantage.
• Experience in reporting into a group parent company is considered a plus.

What’s On Offer

• 26 days annual leave.
• Hybrid working with flexible hours.

If you’re passionate about media innovation and ready to contribute to a fast‑growing company at the forefront of premium content and storytelling, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and become a key player in our global expansion and creative success!