Interim FP&A Reporting Manager

Handle Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the media sector seeks an Interim FP&A Reporting Manager to bridge the gap between Group Management and Finance teams. This role involves consolidating financial reports, analyzing forecasts, and improving KPI processes with tools like SAP. Ideal candidates will be qualified accountants with extensive experience in financial analysis and reporting roles within international environments.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of post-qualification experience in finance.
• Experience in international TV production or format businesses is preferred.
• Proficient in technical systems and reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Consolidate and analyse monthly actuals, forecasts, and budgets.
• Manage month-end, quarter-end, and forecast processes including variance analysis.
• Develop and enhance KPI processes using SAP and other reporting tools.

Skills

Numerical skills

Excel skills

Financial reporting

Analytical thinking

Education

Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or international equivalent)

Tools

SAP

SAP BW

Job description

Handle are currently working with a global media giant, who are looking for an Interim FP&A Reporting Manager. The successful candidate will serve as the primary liaison between Group Management and local Finance teams, supporting all group management reporting activities and collaborating closely with Finance Business Partners and key stakeholders.

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain some valuable experience in such a highly thought of brand!

Key responsibilities include -

• Consolidate and analyse monthly actuals, forecasts, budgets, LTP, KPIs, and commentary for Group senior management.

• Manage month-end, quarter-end, and forecast processes, including variance analysis, flash reports, and SOX documentation

• Review and consolidate monthly P&L and cash flow forecasts with variance analysis

• Share key financial planning and reporting insights with the Finance Management Team promptly

• Develop and enhance KPI processes using SAP and other reporting tools

• Produce ad hoc financial reports and analysis as needed

• Manage reporting templates, data sources, and hierarchies for Group and Finance teams

Candidate requirements-

• Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or international equivalent) with 5-7 years of post-qualification experience.

• Strong numerical and Excel skills, including financial modelling and pivot tables.

• Experience in international TV production or format businesses, preferably in a multinational, multi-currency environment.

• Detail-oriented with strong skills in financial reporting, analysis, and visual presentation (dashboards, charts).

• Strong analytical thinker with the ability to see the big picture and apply sound judgment

• Proficient in technical systems and reporting tools, including template development

• Solid background in budgeting and reporting, with hands-on experience in SAP BW

Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.