Finance Manager - TV Indie

New Avenues; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in TV production is seeking a qualified accountant to take charge of their finance function. This role offers the chance to work autonomously while having the support of a CFO when needed. You'll be responsible for preparing management accounts, overseeing budgets, and ensuring compliance in a vibrant and creative environment. If you have a passion for media and a proactive approach to finance, this is the perfect opportunity to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative setting.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Supportive work environment

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Recently qualified accountant with experience in TV, Media, Film, or Entertainment.
• Strong Excel skills and attention to detail are essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management accounts and manage the full month end close process.
• Oversee budget planning, payroll, and cashflow forecasting.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Proactive attitude

Excel skills

Team player

Education

ACCA qualification

CIMA qualification

ACA qualification

Tools

Sage X3

SAP

Job description

This range is provided by New Avenues. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

Are you a newly qualified accountant (ACCA/CIMA/ACA) with experience in TV, Film, or Media? Looking for a role where you can take full ownership of finance while having the support of a group-level CFO when needed?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading SME TV Production company, part of a larger media group, known for producing thought-provoking content enjoyed by audiences in the UK and US.

The Role

As the Finance Manager / Financial Controller, you’ll take full responsibility for the finance function, ensuring the smooth running of all financial operations. Reporting to senior management, you will oversee an Accounts Assistant, provide key financial insights, and ensure robust reporting and compliance. While this is an autonomous role, you will have the guidance of a CFO within the wider group when needed.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone looking to step up and take ownership of finance within a creative and fast-paced production business.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare the monthly management accounts, including balance sheet review and reconciliation
• Manage the full month end close process, ensuring timely financial reporting
• Revenue recognition for both production and distribution activities
• Deliver the month & quarter end reporting for the parent company
• Responsible for the year end audit and dealing with any auditor queries
• Manage the budget planning and preparation
• Supervise, train & develop a Finance Assistant
• Quarterly VAT Returns
• Monthly payroll for all staff and freelancers
• Manage the monthly cashflow and cashflow forecasting
• Oversee the purchase and sales ledgers, approving and interacting with the business as required

What We’re Looking For

• Recently qualified (ACCA/CIMA/ACA) with relevant experience in TV, Media, Film, or Entertainment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills – able to build great relationships across the business
• A team player with a hands-on approach, happy to support with transactional tasks when needed
• Experience with Sage X3 and/or SAP (desirable, but not essential)
• Excellent Excel skills and a keen eye for detail
• Proactive, self-motivated, and able to take ownership of financial processes

What’s in It for You?

• Hybrid working – 2 days a week in vibrant Central London offices
• A supportive and collaborative work environment
• The chance to take full responsibility for finance while having CFO support when needed
• An opportunity to develop your career within a renowned TV Production company

If you’re a qualified accountant with a passion for media and entertainment, we’d love to hear from you!

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Accounting/Auditing and Finance

Industries

Broadcast Media Production and Distribution and Entertainment Providers