Commercial Finance Manager

2 weeks ago


London, UK, United Kingdom New Avenues Full time

Fantastic opportunity for a qualified, commercially focused, Finance Manager within a rapidly expanding TV production company that produces high-quality content across a variety of genres.

Reporting to the CFO this varied and interesting position will be responsible for managing the budgeting, forecasting and monthly reporting processes, oversee the Production Finance function and business partner several stakeholders around the business.


This business has experienced huge growth in recent years, both organic and through acquisition, and with a healthy and growing slate of productions there is real potential for this role to evolve and develop with the company. The business is known for its excellent culture and employee engagement/investment so it’s a great time to join the business.


To be a suitable candidate, you will be a fully qualified accountant who has gained your experience from within a TV/Film, Content Production or related company. It is imperative that you have first class interpersonal skills and be able to build strong and healthy relationships with your colleagues. An approachable and friendly nature is required and your ability to go that extra mile whilst also explaining finance in an understandable manner is essential.


If you are looking for a role with career potential, you want to work within an award winning and growing company this could be the role you are looking for

Responsibilities of the role include:

  • Manage the day to day finance function including the management of a team of production accountants
  • Review monthly production margins prepared by production accountants including revenue recognition
  • Prepare and improve the commercial management reporting pack
  • Oversee and sign off the monthly management accounts
  • Support with the budgeting, forecasting and reforecasting process, including quarterly reporting pack submissions to the parent company
  • Business partner a variety of departments including Production, People Team & Facilities to deliver a variety of analysis including overhead cost analysis and other projects
  • Manage the Cash flow forecasting process
  • Involvement in multiple ad hoc projects

The ideal person:

  • Fully qualified accountant – ACA/ACCA/CIMA/CPA or equivalent with post qualified experience
  • Experience gained within the TV or creative industry is essential (ideally min 2 yrs+)
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills, being able to build a rapport and good working relationships with all levels of colleagues
  • Proven team management skills
  • Approachable, friendly and comfortable with challenging/championing/influencing others in a positive manner
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong Excel skills
  • Excellent attention to detail whilst also being able to see the bigger picture
  • Commercially savvy

Please note only suitable applicants will be contacted regarding this position.



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