Finance Manager - FP&A

Goodman Masson; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing media business in London is seeking a commercially minded Finance Manager for a 6-month contract role. This position involves overseeing financial performance with a focus on revenue recognition and month-end reporting. The Finance Manager will support strategic decision-making with high-quality financial analysis, acting as a partner for revenue-generating teams. Applicants should have an ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualification, along with advanced Excel skills and experience in a media or revenue-driven environment. This role offers hybrid working conditions.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of revenue recognition principles and financial reporting.
• 1-3 years post-qualification experience in a revenue-driven environment.
• Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly.

Responsibilities

• Own the month-end close and management reporting process.
• Act as a commercial finance partner to revenue-generating teams.
• Prepare and deliver monthly reporting packs for the Board.

Skills

Advanced Excel skills

Communication of complex financial information

Understanding of revenue recognition principles

Education

ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent

Job description

Looking for a commercially minded Finance Manager for a 6month contract role with a growing media business. Reporting to the CFO, the Finance Manager will play a pivotal role in overseeing financial performance, with a strong focus on revenue recognition, month-end reporting, and forward-looking commercial insight. The role will provide high-quality financial information and analysis across the full Profit & Loss account to support strategic decision-making by senior stakeholders.

This role combines technical finance ownership (including revenue accuracy, reporting, and controls) with a commercial and strategic remit, supporting revenue growth, long-term planning, and performance optimisation across multiple revenue streams. This is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified accountant to step into a commercially focused finance management role, working closely with the CFO, co-CEOs, Senior Leadership Team, and a range of editorial and commercial teams.

Offering £(Apply online only) a day outside IR35

Hybrid working with 4 days a week in the London office

Key Responsibilities

• Own the month-end close and management reporting process, ensuring timely, accurate P&L reporting with a strong focus on revenue recognition and controls.
• Ensure revenue is recognised accurately across multiple revenue streams in line with accounting standards, supporting audit readiness and scalable SME processes.
• Act as a commercial finance partner to revenue-generating teams, providing insight on performance, risks, and opportunities to support SME growth.
• Lead short-term and long-term forecasting and budgeting, including ownership of the 5-year financial model to support strategic growth planning.
• Drive FP&A analysis, including variance analysis, scenario modelling, and KPI reporting to inform senior leadership decision-making.
• Prepare and deliver monthly reporting packs and dashboards for the Board and Senior Leadership Team, enhancing visibility of commercial performance.
• Develop ROI and investment analysis to support growth initiatives and promote financial discipline within a scaling SME environment.
• Support the CFO with cash flow forecasting and working capital management, critical to sustainable business growth.
• Oversee and support the Senior Finance Assistant, contributing to an efficient, well-controlled finance function.
• Continuously improve finance processes, reporting, and controls to ensure the function scales effectively with SME growth.

Required Skills & Experience

• ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent chartered accountancy qualification.
• 1 3 years post-qualification experience, ideally within a media or similar revenue-driven environment.
• Strong understanding of revenue recognition principles and financial reporting.
• Advanced Excel skills with proven experience in financial modelling and forecasting.
• Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders.