Financial Controller Position

4 weeks ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Mediabrands Full time

About the Role

As Financial Controller, you will be responsible for supporting the team in developing a best-in-class finance function, driving continued growth, and improving controls and processes. You will report to the Director, Financial Control UK & Ireland and work closely with other members of our Regional Control Team (RCT) based in Spain. This is a varied role that requires collaboration with the wider UK Finance team and managing a team.

Key Responsibilities

  • Management of finance operations for the IPG Agencies in both UK and Ireland, with a focus on balance sheet reporting, variance analysis, and commentary in line with IPG's reporting timetable.
  • Management and development of a team of 4 to 6 qualified/part-qualified accountants.
  • Review of monthly balance sheet reconciliations to ensure accuracy and compliance with IPG policy.
  • Overseeing the VAT Quarterly Reconciliation and Remittance to Inland Revenue on consolidated group returns for the UK/Ireland branch entity.
  • Review of intercompany reports and collaboration with the Shared Services team to resolve aged balances.
  • Review and assistance in the compilation of WIP exemptions/WIP netting in line with IPG policy.
  • Audit lead for internal and external audits, including the Group US GAAP audit, Interim audit, and Statutory audits.
  • Overseeing Statutory accounts and tax compilations in accordance with IPG's timetable.

About You

  • ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified with at least 2-3 years of post-qualified experience working within industry.
  • Big 4/second-tier practice trained.
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise tasks.
  • Intermediate level Excel skills.
  • Experience of SAP and DDS (Mediaocean) an advantage, as is experience of Media Agency Finance.
  • Ability to work well under pressure, with accuracy, attention to detail, and meeting deadlines.

At Mediabrands, we celebrate diversity and believe it makes us stronger. We are an equal opportunity employer and committed to championing an inclusive culture that provides a sense of belonging for all employees. We do not discriminate against any applicant based on age, disability, race, colour, ethnicity, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, belief, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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