Interim Financial Controller - Media

Marc Daniels; City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global media company is seeking an experienced Interim Financial Controller to support their financial function during a period of change. This role involves overseeing finance operations, ensuring compliance, and providing financial insights, with a preference for candidates from media or creative industries. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills and be available immediately.

Qualifications

• Qualified Accountant with experience in media or creative industries.
• Proven track record at Finance Controller level.
• Strong technical accounting and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day finance function including month-end close.
• Deliver accurate financial reporting to senior stakeholders.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.

Skills

Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)

Financial reporting

Leadership skills

Strong communication

Budgeting and forecasting

Job description

Overview

Marc Daniels Recruitment is seeking an experienced Interim Financial Controller to join a leading global media company, based in London, on a 3/6-month temporary basis. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a fast-paced, creative environment, supporting a highly successful business during a period of change and growth.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day finance function, including month-end close, reporting, and cashflow management.
• Deliver accurate and timely financial reporting to senior stakeholders.
• Lead on budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and internal controls.
• Business partner with operational teams to provide financial insight and support decision-making.
• Drive efficiencies and improvements in financial processes and systems.
• Manage and develop a small finance team.

Requirements

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent)
• Previous experience within the media, entertainment, or creative industries is highly desirable.
• Proven track record of operating at Finance Controller level.
• Strong technical accounting and reporting skills.
• Excellent leadership and direct management skills are essential
• Confident communicator with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
• Must be immediately available or on a very short notice period.

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-known, dynamic media business during an exciting time of growth. You'll have the chance to make a real impact from day one, working with a talented team in a creative, collaborative environment. If you are a commercially minded, hands-on Finance Controller with media experience, and you are ready to start immediately, we'd love to hear from you.

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