Senior Finance Manager

Talentedge are actively recruiting for a Senior Finance Manager/Junior Financial Controller for a rapidly growing media agency in Central London paying £60-£65k and offering hybrid working.

Responsibilities include:

● Complete Management Accounts and ensure all balance sheet accounts are reconciled in a timely fashion

● Transitioning month end reporting

● Report sales and gross profit analysis by client

● Write monthly Budget commentary comparing actual result to Budget

● Cash Management

● Complete weekly cash forecast for each entity and consolidated view for the Group

● Identify and flag any potential funding shortfalls across the Group

● Ensuring each entity is billing on a timely manner and Sales invoices are paid promptly

● Working closely with the CFO to ensure Revenue Forecasts are accurate

● Improving the month end integration with Budget / Forecasting

● Responsible for creating the overhead Budgets and supporting the CFO in the creation of the Budget

● Preparation and submission of VAT & PAYE reporting

● Working closely with the Accountants to prepare annual accounts

● Working with the agency to ensure accurate data is captured

● Participating in the monthly commercial reviews with Client Service team Team

● Coach and develop the team looking at ways to automate processes

● Ensure the team is right sized for the continued growth of the business

Relevant experience:

● ACA / ACCA / CIMA Qualified

● Experience of working as a Group Finance Manager or Financial Controller in a small growing agency

● Experience working in an Advertising / Marketing agency Required skills:

● Strong technical and analytical skills, with the ability to investigate and understand variances and the underlying reasons

● Meticulous attention to detail and an inquiring mind for accurate financial reporting

● Excellent interpersonal skills to confidently liaise with various departments and stakeholders