Finance Manager (Distribution) - Media Production Business

This role is working for an independent global entertainment business that is going through some exciting growth and an exciting strategy for the future. They are hiring for an exciting Finance Manager opportunity reporting directly to the Finance Director. You will be a core member of the wider finance team and play a key part in supporting and strengthening the Finance and Accounting function. You will have ownership of the monthly close process, reporting and forecasting and oversight of day-to-day accounting and finance operations of the distribution division. There is also a clear path for progression and a great opportunity to move into a managerial role within the team plus excellent salary, bonus, and benefits.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Own and perform monthly close procedures and maintain adequate accounting records.
• Full responsibility to prepare Monthly/Quarterly P&L and Balance sheet, analysis and commentary.
• Review, analyze and reconcile data to ensure the accuracy of the company’s financial reporting.
• Responsible for revenue recognition and related cost of sales transactions.
• Prepare cash flow forecast and analysis for the global distribution business.
• Prepare quarterly forecasts and annual budgets in line with corporate FP&A timetables and working in conjunction with global sales executives.
• Report monthly dashboard/results/KPI in a timely manner to corporate FP&A team.
• Manage and execute sales executives commission reporting and headcount reporting.
• Review producer reporting with the global rights team.
• Liaise with tax computation team on annual UK tax submission and UK stat accounts.
• Prepare investment recoupment tracker and analysis.
• Liaising with central corporate team, material ops teams, scripted team in Toronto, NY, LA and UK.
• Key point of contact with corporate finance and legal team to liaise on any queries.
• Perform ad hoc duties as necessary.

Candidate Requirements:

• Minimum 1-2 years PQE (ACCA, CIMA).
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills – vlookups, pivot tables.
• Prior experience with ERP and FP&A/management reporting software and rights management database software is a plus (e.g. Netsuite, Workday Adaptive, Rightsline).
• Prior experience dealing with a global head office/parent advantageous and dealing with multi currencies.
• Familiarity with tax withholding practices.
• Proven capacity to contribute positively to teamwork.
• Ability to both follow direction and work independently to effectively manage workload and prioritise activities.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills, oral and written as direct communication with clients and liaising with finance team in Canada.
• Experience with IFRS accounting.
• Previous experience in distribution, television or other entertainment media is an advantage.

Company Information:

Wayman Finance is a specialist recruitment agency with over 20 years’ experience within the Finance field. We’ve worked hard to establish our reputation with our clients as one of the most reliable Finance and Accounting agencies in London through our core values of honesty and customer excellence.

Application:

To be considered for this Finance Manager position please forward a CV as soon as possible.