Financial Controller

Posted 31 October 2022
Salary £60000 - £70000 per annum
LocationLondon
Job type Permanent
Discipline Accounting & Finance
ReferenceJE/7745127_1667228792
Contact NameJoanna Engel

Job description

A T.V and production business seeks a proactive and hands on Financial Controller to oversee the finance function. This organisation is a multi-award-winning production company. This Financial Controller would be a Qualified Accountant with experience in the Media & Entertainment industry, who is looking to join a growing business where they can add value.

The Financial Controller is responsible for overseeing the entire day-to-day financial operations of the finance team. The Financial Controller will also be tasked with developing and streamlining reporting and systems within the company.

Duties of the Financial Controller include:

  • Overseeing the management of the finance function
  • Consult with several teams within the production company to assist with budgeting, financial reporting, and forecasting.
  • Communicate with external stakeholders
  • Prepare annual budgets
  • Oversee monthly management accounts
  • Accurate forecasting of trends within the company to assist with budget setting and future planning
  • Support commercial and finance strategy
  • Lead FP&A activities
  • Ad-hoc duties and projects to support Directors

Requirements for the Financial Controller include:

  • Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA)
  • Experience with TV Production or Film industry
  • Strong business partnering skills
  • Strong management skills
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Commercial minded