Finance Manager – FP&A

Industry & Commerce; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing media business in Greater London seeks a Finance Manager for a 6-month contract role. This position involves overseeing financial performance with a focus on revenue recognition, month-end reporting, and delivering high-quality financial insights. Ideal candidates should hold a chartered accountancy qualification like ACA, ACCA, or CIMA, with 1-3 years of relevant experience. The role offers hybrid working conditions and a competitive daily rate of £350-400 outside IR35.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years’ post-qualification experience in a media or revenue-driven environment is preferred.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting and modelling.
• Ability to present financial concepts to non-financial audiences.

Responsibilities

• Own the month-end close and management reporting process.
• Ensure accurate and timely revenue recognition across streams.
• Act as a commercial finance partner to revenue-generating teams.
• Lead forecasting and budgeting processes.
• Drive FP&A analysis and reporting for leadership.
• Prepare monthly reporting packs for senior management.
• Support the CFO with cash flow forecasting and management.
• Oversee the Senior Finance Assistant in finance operations.
• Continuously improve finance processes and controls.

Skills

Revenue recognition principles

Advanced Excel skills

Communication of financial information

Education

ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent qualification

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 £350-400 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.