Finance Manager
- Must be Qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)
- Previous Media sector experience a must
- Paying £65,000 - £70,000 Finance Manager - Media Group - West London - Paying £65,000 - £70,000I am recruiting for an exciting, forward-thinking media company, shaping the future of content and creativity. As a rapidly growing business we are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Finance Manager to join their vibrant team and help them continue on our exciting growth journey. As a Finance Manager, you will play a pivotal role in managing the day-to-day financial operations of the business. You will provide financial insights, contribute to business decisions, and oversee financial planning, reporting, and analysis. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to work within a creative, fast-paced environment while making a direct impact on the company's growth and success. Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare monthly management accounts, ensuring accuracy and adherence to accounting principles. Provide detailed variance analysis and commentary.
- Work with senior leadership to prepare and update the company's budget and financial forecasts, ensuring they align with the company's objectives.
- Monitor cash flow, ensure timely payments, and optimize working capital to maintain financial health.
- Collaborate with key stakeholders across the business, offering financial insight to support decision-making and growth.
- Provide in-depth financial analysis to support key business decisions, including cost management, pricing, profitability, and ROI analysis.
- Ensure that the company is compliant with financial regulations, tax requirements, and internal controls.
- Oversee the month-end and year-end close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in financial reporting.
- Assist in the continuous improvement of financial systems and processes to streamline operations and enhance efficiency.
- Work closely with other finance team members and support their development, ensuring a collaborative and high-performance environment.
- Take the lead on key financial projects such as process improvements, system upgrades, and strategic initiatives.
- Proven experience in a finance management or similar role, ideally within a media, entertainment, or creative industry.
- ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent professional qualification (or equivalent experience).
- Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and systems. Proficiency in financial software (e.g., Xero, QuickBooks) and advanced Excel skills.
- Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and present it in a clear and actionable manner.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage and influence non-financial stakeholders.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail in all aspects of financial reporting and analysis.
- Strong interpersonal skills with a collaborative, solution-oriented approach to working with cross-functional teams.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Understanding of how financial decisions impact business operations and strategy.
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