Finance Manager (Distribution) - Global Media Business (12-15 Month Fixed Term)

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent global entertainment business is seeking a Finance Manager to join their dynamic team in London. In this role, you will oversee the monthly close process, prepare financial reports, and contribute to the budgeting and forecasting efforts. This position offers a clear path for career progression and the chance to work in a collaborative environment with a focus on growth and innovation. If you have a passion for finance and want to make a significant impact in a thriving industry, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1-2 years PQE in finance with ACCA or CIMA.
• Experience with ERP and FP&A/management reporting software.

Responsibilities

• Own monthly close procedures and maintain accounting records.
• Prepare Monthly/Quarterly P&L and Balance sheet analysis.
• Manage sales executives commission reporting.

Skills

Financial Reporting

Budgeting

Communication Skills

Teamwork

IFRS Accounting

Education

ACCA

CIMA

Tools

Netsuite

Workday Adaptive

Rightsline

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Finance Manager (Distribution) - Global Media Business (12-15 Month Fixed Term), London

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26.04.2025

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10.06.2025

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Job Description:

Role: Finance Manager (Distribution) – Global Media Business (12-15 Month Fixed Term Contract)

Location: London (Hybrid Working) - Contract

The Role: 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)

· 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 team work

· 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.