Finance Analyst - ICFR - FTC

BBC UK; London; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media company in London is seeking a Finance Analyst to support the implementation of an Internal Controls framework. In this role, you'll document financial processes, conduct effectiveness testing, and engage with stakeholders to ensure high governance standards. The ideal candidate is a qualified accountant with experience in financial controls and strong analytical skills. This role offers a competitive salary and a collaborative working environment.

Benefits

Defined pension

Caring and parenting support

Remote GP access

Life assurance

26 days annual leave

Qualifications

• Experience in ICFR/SOX or audit with a track record in financial controls.
• Strong documentation and process mapping skills.
• Ability to explain financial controls to non-finance audiences.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of a new ICFR framework.
• Facilitate workshops to document financial processes and risks.
• Conduct walkthroughs and design effectiveness testing.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Documentation skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Part or fully qualified accountant (ACCA, ACA, CIMA)

Job description

Job Requisition ID: 26796

Job Closing Date: 14 August 2025

JOB DETAILS

JOB DETAILS
JOB BAND: D
CONTRACT TYPE: Fixed-term Contract (20 months), Full-time
DEPARTMENT: BBC Studios Group Finance
LOCATION: London Television Centre - Hybrid
PROPOSED SALARY RANGE: £42,000 - £62,000 plus £5441 London Weighting depending on relevant skills, knowledge and experience. The expected salary range for this role reflects internal benchmarking and external market insights.

WE ARE BBC STUDIOS

A globally renowned media company borne of th e BBC. We make and distribute the world's most sought-after TV, audio and digital content.

Our ambition is to be the home of the most powerful, entertaining, and inspiring stories for people all around the world.

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

BBC Commercial has an ambitious growth plan to double cashflow and grow our content studio in the next five years. This commercial transformation will only be achieved if it is underpinned by robust processes and procedures, a solid control environment, and efficient and reliable financial reporting.

As part the BBC Group's response to the revised version of the UK Corporate Governance Code, we are recruiting for an experienced Finance Analyst to support and drive the implementation of an effective Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR) framework.

The ICFR Controls Specialist will support the implementation of the BBC ICFR framework and understanding of Financial Reporting risk across the organisation whilst ensuring that the high governance standards of the Group are met at a Commercial level.

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND IMPACT:

• Support the implementation and adoption of a new ICFR framework for BBC Commercial, aligning with BBC Group standards.
• Facilitate process workshops to document financial processes, risks, and controls, including IT controls, through flowcharts and narratives.
• Conduct walkthroughs and design effectiveness testing to ensure controls are well-documented and evidence is retained.
• Assist with operational effectiveness testing, including test plan design and execution in line with audit standards.
• Support remediation of control deficiencies and ensure Expected Minimum Controls (EMCs) address key risks.
• Contribute to ICFR reporting and annual certification, ensuring accuracy and alignment with BBC Group requirements.
• Provide ICFR expertise and training, supporting finance projects, stakeholder workshops, and collaboration with the BBC ICFR team.

YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA:

• Part or fully qualified accountant (e.g., ACCA, ACA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Proven experience in ICFR/SOX or audit, with a track record in developing and monitoring financial controls.
• Strong documentation and process mapping skills, including risk assessment and control design.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication, with the ability to explain financial controls to non-finance audiences.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to see projects through to completion

DESIRED BUT NOT REQUIRED:

• Knowledge of IT controls (ITGC/ITAC)
• Experience of change management within an organisation, particularly in relation to implementing new frameworks and processes.

If you can bring some of these skills and experience, along with transferable strengths, we'd love to hear from you and encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

We appreciate your interest in this position and understand how important this opportunity is to you. Due to the high volume of interest we may need to close the application period earlier than anticipated. This step is necessary to ensure we can provide a high level of attention and service to all applicants. Thank you for your understanding.

#BBCSTUDIOS

Disclaimer

This job description is a written statement of the essential characteristics of the job, with its principal accountabilities, incorporating a note of the skills, knowledge and experience required for a satisfactory level of performance. This is not intended to be a complete, detailed account of all aspects of the duties involved.

Please note: If you were to be offered this role, the BBC will conduct Employment screening checks which include Reference checks; Eligibility to work checks; and if applicable to the role, Safeguarding and Adverse media/Social media checks. Any offer made is conditional on these checks being satisfactory.

Redeployment

The BBC is committed to redeploying employees seeking suitable alternative employment within the BBC and they will be given priority consideration ahead of other applicants. Priority consideration means for those employees seeking redeployment their application will be considered alongside anyone else at risk of redundancy, prior to any individuals being considered who are not at risk.

Information at a Glance

This is your BBC

At the BBC you can create and innovate in an inclusive environment while contributing to some of the world's best loved content, and the BBC's mission to inform, educate and entertain.

Find out more about BBC Studios

Life at BBC Studios
• A flexible 35-hour working week with 26 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) and the option to buy an extra five days.
• Defined pension (up to 10% employer contributions).
• Caring and parenting support, 24/7 remote GP access, life assurance and accident benefit.
• BBC Studios is a world leader in operating sustainably both on and off screen. Find out more about BBC Group's science-based Net Zero targets here.
• Career development in a values-led purpose-driven culture.

Benefits may vary if you are joining on an FTC basis.

Learn more about life at the BBC and our values in our candidate pack.

Candidate pack

You belong

We have a working environment where we value and respect every individual's unique contribution, so all our employees feel that they can belong, thrive and achieve their full potential.

We want to attract the broadest range of talented people to join us. The more diverse our workforce, the better able we are to respond to and reflect our audiences in all their diversity.

We welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief.

Find out more about diversity, inclusion and belonging in our strategy below.

Diversity, inclusion & belonging strategy

Disability confident

We are a disability confident employer. If you need to discuss adjustments or access requirements for the interview process, or to carry out this role, please contact us via email and we'd be happy to discuss: [e-mail]

• Highly competitive salary and flexible benefits
• Highly competitive salary and flexible benefits