Interim Senior Studio Accountant

Handle Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A global media brand is seeking an Interim Studio Financial Accountant in London. You will handle quarterly reporting and collaborate with various stakeholders. The ideal candidate is a qualified accountant with strong financial reporting experience and excellent knowledge of SAP. This role provides a significant opportunity with a prestigious brand.

Qualifications

• Qualified Accountant with strong relevant working experience.
• Strong financial reporting experience from a large multi-site, multi-currency business.
• Understanding of US GAAP and IFRS.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate monthly and quarterly financial reports.
• Deliver key financial reports to internal stakeholders.
• Support statutory audits and ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley.

Skills

Financial reporting expertise

SAP proficiency

US GAAP knowledge

Pressure handling ability

Education

Qualified Accountant - CIMA/ACCA/ACA

Tools

SAP

Job description

Overview

Interim Studio Financial Accountant needed for a hugely popular global media brand! In this role, the successful candidate will be responsible for quarterly reporting of the merchandise P&L, AR, and financial schedules. You will also partner with various UK and international stakeholders to ensure timely, accurate, and US GAAP-compliant reporting.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified accountant to get their foot in the door with such a prestigious brand!

Responsibilities

• Collaborated with the Studio Accounting Manager and Senior Accountant to prepare accurate monthly and quarterly financial reports, including schedules, reconciliations, and reporting packages
• Prepared and presented financial results at quarterly country close meetings for designated territories
• Delivered key financial reports (e.g. merchandise income statement, deferred income, AR aging) to internal stakeholders and the U.S. parent company
• Completed balance sheet reconciliations and variance analysis with timely, accurate commentary
• Supported statutory audits (PwC) and ensured compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley
• Identified and implemented process improvements to enhance efficiency while maintaining high service standards

Candidate requirements

• Qualified Accountant - CIMA/ACCA/ACA with strong relevant working experience
• Strong financial reporting experience from a large multi-site, multi-currency business
• Excellent knowledge of SAP
• Understanding of US GAAP and IFRS
• Ability to work under pressure in an environment where priorities must be continually re-evaluated and adapted as possible

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.