Financial Controller

Financial Controller | Global Media and Entertainment Business | LondonOur client is a Private Equity backed scale-up in the media and entertainment space, with a presence in multiple areas such as publishing, entertainment, and media content. They have become a highly reputable and established presence in their space, with turnover exceeding £13 million and headcount at circa 60 and growing. This is a business where there are high levels of autonomy and influence on offer to all team members in the UK and internationally.Throughout the last 5 years of growth, the business has retained its values-led culture, with a supportive atmosphere alongside a truly dynamic and exciting working environment. Working from modern offices in a central part of London, the company offers flexibility with working from home for 3 days of the week.The Role:As the Financial Controller, you will be responsible for a range of crucial duties to aid the successful running of the finance function and contribute to the wider business. Duties will also cover line management of a team of 6, while also reporting into a fantastic Finance Director well-known for their mentorship and development skills. The role will require a strong controllership background with experience of having tight control over cash flow.Duties:Ownership of the Management Accounts ensuring smooth month-end procedures.Monthly cash flow reporting.Take responsibility for accurate royalty processing by the team.Monthly board pack production.Support with preparation of budgeting and annual forecasting process.Prepare annual statutory accounts across group entities.Contributing to the cash flow forecasting and budgeting.Driving process improvements and efficiencies.Lead and take responsibility for annual audit.Mentoring junior finance colleagues.Ad-Hoc projects to support the Finance Director.What we need to see (essential):Fully qualified (ACCA / ACA / ICAS / ICAEW).Experience with Royalties (Publishing, Music, TV, Film, etc.).What we'd like to see (bonus):Background in publishing.Location: London (2 days in office)If this is of interest, please get in touch!Seniority levelDirectorEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionAccounting/AuditingIndustries: Book and Periodical Publishing and Broadcast Media Production and Distribution

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