Production accountant jobs in United Kingdom

The Value of Active Minds About Jupiter Jupiter is one of the UK’s leading investment management companies with just over 500 employees and £44.3 billion worth of assets under management (as at 31st March 2025). Jupiter provides investment services to individual and institutional investors through mutual funds (UK unit trusts, Luxembourg SICAVs and Dublin OEICs), separately managed accounts and sub-advised funds. Jupiter has experienced a period of international growth with offices open across EMEA and APAC. The majority of our employees are based in our London office located just minutes from Victoria station which provides stair-free access from both the Underground’s Victoria line and National Rail platforms, as well as limited road crossings to the Jupiter office. Our London office was designed to encourage employees to live active, healthy lives with floor-to-ceiling windows that allow for greater natural light and the benefit of a private balcony, table tennis room, cycle storage and on-site shower and locker facilities. The short distance to Green Park and St James' Park also provides employees with a natural space to relax during their lunch break and a healthy alternative to office-based meetings. We offer our UK employees a 3:2 hybrid working arrangement where Tuesdays, Thursdays and a third day of your choice are worked from the office. The other two days may be worked from home. This facilitates collaboration and allows employees to maximise productivity whilst maintaining a healthy work/life balance. Background The role is within the Finance Team, supporting the different members of the various sub-teams including Tax. This is a 9-month Fixed Term Contract. As Finance Manager, you will be working directly with a range of stakeholders in Finance, Tax and throughout the wider business, managing and resolving issues within a BAU capacity. In addition to this, and as a result of a recently announced acquisition, this role will support acquisition-related integration activity through implementing and embedding efficient, controlled system-related changes. The role will encompass a broad range of responsibilities within operational finance and external reporting, including leading on complex areas of accounting responsibility such as external audit oversight, business analysis requirements and supporting with treasury. Alongside this, the role will have responsibility for driving efficiency and process improvement throughout the Finance function. This role will suit a qualified accountant (1-3 years post qualified experience) who has ambitions to develop management and leadership responsibility. This would be a motivated individual who is flexible and enjoys working with a range of stakeholders, whilst seeking growth, professional development and a varied career in Finance. This role will suit a motivated individual who is flexible and enjoys working with a range of stakeholders with experience in supporting system integration and has a problem-solving mindset. Key Responsibilities The successful candidate will primarily work within the Financial Control team but with supporting capabilities to the wider Finance and Tax teams: Commercial Responsibilities • Support the Financial Control team in areas of such as Accounts Receivable, Revenue recognition, Accounts Payable and Expense functions including customer and supplier invoice and expense payment approvals, month-end review and balance sheet reconciliations, • Preparation and posting of accounting journals such as payroll, projects and capitalisation, • Support the Head of Financial Control with implementation and booking of transfer pricing entries in line with group and entity policies, • Support the treasury function including best use of corporate cash working with the Risk Committee in relation to counter party limits, • Contribution to business analysis such as the annual Value Assessment Report, Pricing reviews and various industry wide surveys in partnership with Corporate Development / Strategy, • Assist with the production of various subsidiary board requirements, • Producing ad hoc analysis and reporting, • Maintenance and oversight of banking mandates and administration Technical And Accounting Responsibilities • Support delivery of year-end requirements including Audit Committee papers, Annual report and Accounts, including acting as a point of contact for internal and external auditors, • Produce and maintain various accounting policies and procedures such as Treasury, Travel & Expenses, • Support review of department control matrix working closely with Risk function, • Support the production and review of the subsidiary financial statements, • Contribute to the review and management of month end results with particular focus on revenues, non-compensation and fixed staff expenses Project Responsibilities • Driving continuous process improvement projects working alongside the systems accountant, • Working closely with all business areas alongside Finance Business Partners to gain an understanding of BAU and project activities and accounting treatment, and responsibility for driving improvement and development, • Support Finance project implementation, co-ordination of various Finance and Tax integration requirements, assisting with delivering key integration project milestones related to the Finance ledger, planning, compensation, and sales and AUM reporting systems. Desired Skills / Experience The role varies day to day. The key skills required to succeed in the role are: • A motivated individual, who can work autonomously and as part of a team, • A recognised accountancy qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) is essential, • Role would suit a qualified accountant with 1-3 years post qualification experience, • Excellent communication skills with the ability to build strong relationships across the business at all levels, • Able to demonstrate a team approach and to work collaboratively across functions, • Experience and aptitude in managing varied stakeholder requirements and priorities, • Problem solving skills, capable of handling pressure and meeting strict deadlines, • High attention to detail Additional Role Details • This role is subject to the Conduct Rules set by the FCA. Don’t meet every requirement? At Jupiter we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you are interested in this role, but don’t think your experience aligns perfectly with every listed requirement in the job description, we would encourage you to apply. You may be the right person for this role.

Role: Financial Controller Sector: Communications Agency Location: West London Salary: £65,000 - £75,000 Full Time equivalent Permanent: 4 days per week – Hybrid ( M,T,T in the office) Ref: VFR 3247 VisionFR is delighted to be working with one of our clients and SME Communications agency of around 30 staff. The agency is owner managed and looking for a 4 or 5 day a week Financial Controller to join them. The role will business partner with the owner and oversee the Finance assistant/ bookkeeper. There is also a Fractional CFO working a couple of days a month as a mentor. The role is to oversee and control the day to day finance function and produce meaningful management information/ forecasts enabling proper business management. Key responsibilities of the Financial Controller: • Preparing accurate & timely monthly reports Dashboards, variance analysis and KPIs., • Producing regular cashflow forecasts, • Delivering monthly Revenue and Cash reports at management meetings., • Preparing monthly management accounts including Profit and Loss account with variance analysis, Balance sheet and key KPI measures, • Having regular meetings with account management on revenue, Work in Progress (WIP), Job costing. And Revenue forecasting, • Oversee the Bookkeeper to ensure they are accurately and properly managing the transactional side of the business – Purchase ledger and Creditors and Invoicing and Accounts receivable together with posting cash receipts and managing the payment run. Ensuring they are accurately reconciling the balance sheet and Bank accounts., • Taking overall responsibility of the company’s accounting function currently they are using both Paprika & Xero, • Payroll processing & liaising with HR on Payroll amends, • Work closely with the Client Services Team to assist in the production of weekly time reports, time analysis, invoicing schedules, budgets, estimates and forecasts, staff utilisation, profitability reporting, working to minimise write offs., • Preparing quarterly VAT returns, • Liaising with HR regarding payroll changes and assisting with year-end P11D and P35 returns, • Assisting with HR & IT Operations where relevant and liaising with relevant teams when required., • Supporting with year-end reporting and Liaising with the external accountant, • Looking at implementing efficiencies within the finance processes looking at automation where possible The Skills of the Financial Controller: • Technically strong Financial Controller, used to working in a fast paced creative agency environment., • You will be a Strong QBE or ACCA, CIMA, ACA finalist with a can do attitude and good attention to detail, • Good communication skills, • Understanding of Paprika Software would be ideal, • Happy working in an SME environment & Being in the office 3 days a week, • Strong Excel Skills, • Pro-active and able to work under your own initiative, • Great Team manager VisionFR is committed to encouraging equality, diversity, inclusion and eliminating unlawful discrimination within our workforce and whilst fulfilling our Clients’ recruitment needs. Due to the high level of applications being received if you do not hear from us within 5 working days, please assume your application has not been successful on this occasion, usually due to other candidates having more relevant sector exposure, qualifications or required skills. We thank you for your interest

Legal & General (L&G) is a leading UK financial services group and major global investor. We’ve been safeguarding people’s financial futures since 1836, and strive to build a better society, while improving the lives of our customers and creating value for shareholders. We are one of the world’s largest asset managers and provide powerful asset origination capabilities. Together, these underpin our retirement and protection solutions: we are an international player in pension risk transfer, in UK and US life insurance, and in UK workplace pensions and retirement income. Our Group Functions provide the services that all areas of the business need. This requires a talented and diverse team behind the scenes, who enable everyone at L&G to do what they do best. Joining us means helping to improve the lives of our customers and contributing to the success of the business every day. Job Description We’re recruiting for an ALM Manager to join us to support the Group Asset Liability Management (ALM) team across all aspects of developing, embedding and executing the Group’s ALM Framework. We’re offering a competitive base salary, great benefits and the opportunity to support work that directly contributes to L&G’s business strategy. The Group ALM team provides first line oversight of how market risks are managed across the L&G Group. In particular, you’ll be developing investment and risk management strategies in alignment with the Group’s strategic objectives and internal risk appetites and within the context of the evolving macroeconomic and regulatory environment. This is a hybrid working opportunity, that will allow you to split your working week between your home and our London Office, to find a work-life balance that works for you. What you’ll be doing: • Working closely with the Business Units to understand their market risk exposures across SII, IFRS and liquidity, • Identifying inefficiencies/opportunities for optimisation across the balance of assets and financial risks, • Developing and embedding investment and risk management strategies and frameworks within Group/divisional ALM activity, • Ensuring a strong connection between macroeconomic environment and the implications for efficient Group ALM; in particular, through proposing appropriate scenario testing and identifying rebalancing opportunities to protect against downside risk and enhance value, • Managing and developing the efficient production of high-quality exec/board MI, providing meaningful insight to support the decision making of senior management, • Supporting the Head of Group ALM to ensure that key proposals and matters for discussion are brought to the Group Asset and Liability Committee, which is chaired by Group CFO and attended by key members of the senior management team, • Developing systems for improving the efficiency and sophistication of the Group’s ALM Framework, • Working closely with the 2nd line Group Risk Team to ensure consistency of understanding and that all proposals have the appropriate level of challenge and oversight Qualifications Who we’re looking for: • Investment professional, Qualified actuary or accountant with relevant investment/ALM experience, • Strong understanding of investments, hedging and capital markets, • Strong understanding of the elements of Solvency II and IFRS that relate to ALM (including the Matching Adjustment and capital requirements), • Ability to understand the implications of market and non-market events across different metrics (IFRS, Solvency II, liquidity), • Ability to create and deliver clear and concise written documentation or reports, • Ability to review technical data, analyse it and provide a succinct summary, • Ability to work with and develop code-based tools e.g. Python, R etc., • The opportunity to participate in our annual, performance -related bonus plan and valuable share schemes, • Generous pension contribution, • Life assurance, • Healthcare Plan, • 27 days holiday, plus public holidays. There’s also the option to buy and sell holiday, • Competitive family leave, • Participate in our electric car scheme, which offers employees the option to hire a brand-new electric car through tax efficient salary sacrifice (permanent employees only), • There are the many discounts we offer – both for our own products and at a range of high street stores and online, • In 2023, some of our workspaces were redesigned. Our offices are great spaces to connect and collaborate and have your wellbeing at the heart Additional Information At L&G, we believe it's possible to generate positive returns today while helping to build a better future for all. If you join us, you’ll be part of a welcoming, inclusive culture, with opportunities to collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds, views, and experiences. Guided by leaders with integrity who care about your future and wellbeing. Empowered through initiatives which support people to develop their careers and excel. We care passionately about outcomes rather than attendance and are therefore open to discussing all kinds of flexible working options including part-time, term-time and job shares. Although some roles have limited flexibility due to customer demand, we accommodate requests when we can. It doesn’t matter if you don’t meet every single criterion in this advert. Instead, think about what you excel at and what else you can bring in terms of strengths, potential and connection to our purpose.

We're supporting an investment company focused on advancing research into new treatments, in their search for a Group Accountant to join their high-performing finance team in central London. This role offers the opportunity to work within a fast-growing, regulated investment business, supporting high-quality financial reporting while helping to evolve systems, processes, and controls as the organisation scales. This role will suit someone who enjoys operating in a complex, regulated environment - someone who is technically strong, detail-oriented, and motivated by taking ownership and driving continuous improvement. The role Reporting to the Group Accounting and Reporting Manager, you'll play a key role in delivering accurate and timely financial reporting across the group, while supporting audit, valuation, and regulatory requirements. Key responsibilities include: * Supporting the production of the Annual Report, Interim accounts, and Quarterly reporting, including liaison with Investor Relations * Acting as the primary point of contact for the external audit * Assisting with the preparation of statutory accounts across group entities * Preparing monthly NAV and management accounts * Supporting Board and Audit Committee reporting * Preparing valuation materials and liaising with external valuation advisers * Drafting accounting memos where required * Processing invoices, payroll, accruals, and prepayments * Supporting FCA regulatory compliance and reporting * Strengthening controls and improving finance processes * Assisting with treasury activities, including cashflow forecasting and liquidity management * Supporting ad hoc projects as required About you We're looking for a chartered accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) with a strong technical accounting foundation and a proactive, hands-on approach. You'll bring: * 2-4 years' post-qualified experience, ideally Big 4 trained * Strong experience across IFRS and UK GAAP * Excellent attention to detail and technical capability * Strong Excel skills and confidence working with financial data * The ability to build effective stakeholder relationships * A continuous improvement mindset and strong communication skills Experience in venture capital, private equity, listed companies, or life sciences would be advantageous but is not essential. The detail * Long-term contract role within a FTSE 250 listed investment company * Central London location * Opportunity to join a high-calibre, entrepreneurial finance team * Exposure to complex group reporting, valuation, and regulated environments * Clear scope for the role to grow in responsibility over time If you're a technically strong accountant looking to build your career in a fast-growing, purpose-driven investment business, we'd love to hear from you.

Experienced production accountant with strong knowledge of TV/film production finance. Senior Production Accountant – Unscripted, Branded & Entertainment. Are you a production finance pro who loves being close to the action?.

REF: SK53828 Job Title: Financial Controller Industry: Private Equity & Asset Management Employment Type: Permanent Location: London Salary Guide: £80,000 - £100,000 + bonus Overview Our client is an acquisitive investment group that is listed on the London Stock Exchange. They are looking to hire a driven and technically-strong accountant to support their CFO as Financial Controller. Description Our client is a listed investment group that specialises in the acquisition and development of SMEs in the British engineering and industrial sectors. Reporting to the CFO, the Financial Controller will manage a small team and be responsible for financial control, accounting, and reporting across the business. Your key responsibilities will include managing the year-end audit process according to IFRS, maintaining full accounting records, leading the production of the monthly/ quarterly consolidated financial statements and board pack, co-ordinating the preparation of the budget, developing internal controls, and liaising with the external auditors. Skills The successful candidate will be a qualified accountant (ACA/CA or equivalent) with strong audit experience and recent exposure to group accounts, ideally within the finance function of a listed business. Financial reporting and accounting experience is important, alongside a strong understanding of IFRS. Strong team leadership and technical accounting skills are absolute prerequisites. Apply To apply for the Director of Financial Control and Reporting role, please use the Apply button. Due to the expected volume of applications, we will only be able to respond to those candidates whose experience matches the requirements of our client. We are sorry, but if you have not heard from us within the next ten days, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Walker Hamill has been a specialist finance and strategy recruiter for approaching 40 years. We have an extensive client group, including major multinational listed organisations, private equity-backed businesses and privately owned companies. We recruit across all sectors and have particularly strong client relationships in media, retail, pharma/biotech, technology, property/real estate, leisure and business services. Headquartered in London, we have additional offices in continental Europe.

Interim Senior Financial Accountant Role - 6 months A fast-growing consumer brand is looking for an Interim Senior Financial Accountant to support their finance function during a period of continued expansion and systems change. Reporting to the Finance Manager, this role will play a key part in ensuring the integrity of financial reporting and supporting improvements across processes, controls and systems. This is an opportunity to join a dynamic, product-led business operating across both wholesale and e-commerce channels, working closely with teams across operations, production, logistics and FP&A. About the role: • Lead the month-end close process, including journals, accruals, reconciliations and preparation of financial statements., • Act as the technical accounting expert, ensuring compliance with UK GAAP and internal policies., • Manage stock accounting, fixed assets, lease accounting (IFRS 16) and cash-flow activities., • Perform detailed balance sheet reviews and ensure accuracy across all reconciliations., • Support process improvements, documentation of best practice and strengthening of internal controls., • Play a key role in the ERP implementation: UAT testing, integration with reporting, and supporting go-live., • Prepare monthly and year-end reporting and support audit requirements., • Manage VAT returns and broader tax compliance activity., • Collaborate with FP&A and operational teams to ensure accurate reporting of inventory, COGS and business performance. About you: • Fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) with strong technical grounding., • Background in wholesale, e-commerce, consumer products or similar environments is advantageous., • Experience working in a fast-changing environment with exposure to process improvement and system changes., • Strong Excel and data-handling capability., • Confident communicator able to partner cross-functionally. If you’re available immediately or at short notice and enjoy combining strong technical accounting with operational exposure, this is a great opportunity to add value in a high-growth, internationally recognised brand.

Job Title: FP&A Controller Location: London Salary: £75,000-85,000 plus benefits Edward Mann are working with a fast-growing investment and operating group with interests spanning hospitality, real estate, retail and international development. We’re currently seeking an experienced FP&A Controller to join their central finance function. This newly created position plays a key role in driving financial clarity across the business. It offers a rare blend of strategic influence, operational finance leadership and analytical depth. You'll support the leadership team with insights that guide commercial decision-making, while ensuring the business remains tightly governed and forward-focused. Key Responsibilities: • Own the production of timely and accurate group-level financial reporting, including full P&L, balance sheet and cash flow reporting., • Lead monthly consolidation of results across a range of domestic and international entities, delivering high-quality board-level management packs., • Champion automation of reporting and accounting processes, driving efficiency through technology and improved workflows., • Manage the full budgeting cycle, from annual planning to quarterly reforecasts, ensuring alignment with business goals., • Deliver deep-dive FP&A analysis to support commercial performance, including variance and scenario analysis., • Build and maintain robust financial models and dashboards to track KPIs and guide strategic planning., • Monitor and report on key business risks, assisting with the development of internal controls and compliance processes., • Oversee group cash flow forecasting and working capital optimisation., • Partner cross-functionally with operational teams and business units to provide actionable financial insight., • Liaise with external auditors and oversee the compliance of financial reporting with relevant standards., • Maintain and improve financial systems, including overseeing the accuracy and integrity of data structures. About You: • Fully qualified accountant (ACA or equivalent) with a strong background in financial reporting and FP&A., • 2+ years' experience in a senior finance position, ideally within a multi-entity or group consolidation environment., • Confident financial modeller with excellent Excel skills; ability to build tools and reporting structures from scratch., • Hands-on experience with FP&A or business intelligence tools., • Adept at translating complex financial data into clear insight for non-finance stakeholders. What’s On Offer: • Competitive base salary with performance-linked bonus., • Generous pension contribution., • Flexible and hybrid working options., • A high-visibility role in a fast-paced and entrepreneurial organisation.

This role is pivotal in delivering comprehensive financial, business, analytical, and reporting support across ITN Commercial Productions (Education, and News & Archive divisions) and the Channel 5 Newsroom. Responsibilities include preparing management accounts, forecasts, and budgets, maintaining robust accounting processes, and providing insightful analysis to guide decision-making. The position ensures appropriate controls are in place to safeguard revenues and achieve efficient allocation of budgets, while supporting senior leaders in making informed financial decisions aligned with contractual revenues and other income streams. Key outputs include monthly management accounts presented to business and finance leadership, quarterly forecasting and reporting, and annual budgeting. Success in this role requires close collaboration with operational teams to ensure accurate cost capture and a deep understanding of operations and P&L spend. This is a highly responsive role in a fast-paced environment, demanding flexibility, proactivity, and strong analytical and communication skills. Key tasks and responsibilities ITNCP Management Accounting & Reporting • Prepare monthly management accounts, forecasts, and budgets with clear variance analysis, • Post journals, accruals, prepayments, and perform balance sheet reconciliations, • Review payroll and reconcile headcount to budget and forecast, • Monitor project costs, update cost managers, and ensure accurate production cost tracking, • Maintain project codes and update divisional pipelines with actuals, • Analyse revenue, contribution, and margins; report significant variances to senior management • Support financial close-down of productions and ensure timely revenue recognition, • Prepare commercial analysis, quarterly packs, and audit documentation Business Support & Analysis • Provide ad hoc financial analysis, costings, and scenario modelling for senior stakeholders, • Develop knowledge of major contracts and ensure compliance with budgets, • Modernise financial reports, dashboards, and KPIs, • Conduct revenue and cost analysis, manage divisional pipelines, and monitor renewals ERP System & Process Improvement • Support ERP Finance System rollout and ensure fit-for-purpose production accounting, • Drive purchase order adoption and streamline month-end processes, • Assist with invoice coding, cash advances, and lead finance process training Other Responsibilities • Ensure timely billing, accrued income management, and credit card reconciliations, • Maintain cost codes and detailed process documentation, • Build strong relationships with operational managers and divisional heads, • Provide guidance to junior finance staff and support sustainability reporting, • Contribute to ad hoc projects and foster collaboration within the Finance team, • Be a team player, offering support to the production and wider Finance team Key tasks and responsibilities C5 News Management Accounting & Reporting • Full ownership of C5 News P&L, including core contracts and any additional budgets, • Prepare monthly management accounts, variance analysis, and quarterly/annual forecasts, • Manage payroll reconciliation, balance sheet, journals, accruals, and prepayments, • Ensure accurate cost capture, billing, and timely revenue recognition, • Provide financial and analytical reporting to Channel 5 and internal stakeholders Budgeting & Capital Reporting • Prepare annual budgets and quarterly forecasts in line with client contracts, • Monitor recharges and costs to reflect newsroom usage, • Manage capital plans, ensuring accurate accounting and timely client billing Audit & Compliance • Act as finance contact for internal/external audits, • Prepare documentation and respond to audit queries promptly ERP & Process Improvement • Support ERP system rollout and upgrades; implement Just TV for Newsroom finance, • Drive purchase order adoption and streamline finance processes, • Lead training and maintain process documentation Other Responsibilities • Business partner with operational teams and clients, • Build strong relationships across finance and newsroom teams, • Manage and develop junior finance staff, • Support sustainability reporting and ad hoc projects These are the main requirements of the role and is not an exhaustive list of duties. It is intended to reflect the nature, range, and context of the work, which will change over time. Key Requirements • Qualified accountant CIMA, ACCA/ACA with significant Finance experience, • Production accounting experience beneficial, • A genuine interest in and good understanding of media production, • Demonstrable experience in management accounts, forecasting and budgeting, • Experience working in a fast-paced environment, • An ability to work calmly under pressure and turn their skills and talents to assignments and tasks as directed by the Finance Manager and Financial Controller, • Flexible worker with a positive approach to problem-solving, • Good organizational skills with the ability to multi-task while retaining attention to detail, • Strong Excel and IT skills, • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, • Confident, proactive can-do attitude, • Interpersonal skills and ability to deal with a broad range of people including both finance and non-finance stakeholders, • Ability to prioritize workload and work to deadlines Our people are at the heart of everything we do at ITN. It’s vital that our workforce reflects the diversity of both our audience and the wider society in the UK, so we actively seek candidates from diverse backgrounds and communities. Reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process will be offered, if required, due to a disability or health condition. We also recognise the importance of a good work life balance, so we do everything we can to accommodate flexible working, including part-time and job shares for all our roles. Please just let us know in your application, or at any stage throughout the process, if this is something you want to explore.

Finance Manager The main function of this role is to provide finance, business, analytical and reporting support for the ITV Newsroom and Good Morning Britain Programme, enabling senior leads in the business to make informed decisions on budget spend in line with the contract revenues plus other income sources and to ensure appropriate controls are in place to safeguard revenues and ensure economic and effective allocation of budget. A key output being the production of monthly management accounts, presented to the business and finance senior management as well as quarterly forecasting/reporting and annual budgeting. Working closely and managing relationships with the business is key to this role, aiding cost capture and accurate reporting as well as a real understanding of all newsroom operations and spend across the P&L. This is a very responsive role, with fast changing priorities. Key Responsibilities Management Accounting and Reporting/Production Support • Responsible for end-to-end reporting for ITV News & Good Morning Britain, • Full ownership of the ITV & GMB P&L including the core news contract as well as additional budgets including Special Commissions and Current Affairs programming, • Proactively advising on how to meet editorial objectives within tight budgetary constraints, • Acquire in-depth knowledge of the ITV news & GMB associated contracts ensuring all finances are run in accordance with those contracts, • Monthly management reporting on financial performance to the Operational Managers, and Finance Leadership, providing variance analysis and commentary of actual performance against budget/forecast, • Review monthly payroll and reconcile headcount and staff changes in the business according to the contracted headcount and staff cost, • Monthly & Quarterly financial and analytical reporting to ITV PLC in line with group reporting requirements, • Detailed understanding of all central function and technology recharges ensuring consistency and accurate allocation against ITV News & GMB cost centres, • Full ownership of the ITVN & GMB Balance Sheets, preparation of associated reconciliations and audit schedules, preparation of journals, accruals and prepayments as necessary, • Provision of support to the Production Managers, Newsdesk and admin teams as required, • Ensuring contractual documentation is prepared to facilitate the timely submission of billing requests to accounts receivable in line with client agreement/timetable and ensuring such receipts are timely and that accrued revenue is minimized, • Oversee and review preparation of coverage reporting to the business, detailed cost manager reconciliations and cross-newsroom foreign bureaux management accounts, • Proactively engaged to improve cost capture and management Budget/forecasting/Capital Reporting • Detailed preparation of the ITN and Client annual budget and quarterly forecasts as per the negotiated customer contract price and additional agreements whilst working closely with the business, the People team, and all central functions, identification of opportunities and exposures, working to both client and ITN deadlines, • Analyse and understand all budget and forecast allocated recharges and costs to ensure they appropriately reflect Newsroom usage and client expectations, • Detailed understanding of the ITVN & GMB capital plan, working with the Financial Controllers and Finance Manager for Technology to ensure capital is correctly accounted for, the capital plan is up to date, reconciled and capital is billed to the client in a timely manner Audit and Compliance • Finance contact for all ITVN & GMB internal and external audit queries, able to respond efficiently and on a timely basis, • Prepare required documentation, information and reports for yearly and mid-year audits and any third-party client audits ERP System Project/Financial Processes • Proactively engaged and involved in the continued rollout and upgrades of the ERP Finance System, • Key involvement in the successful implementation of a production management system within Newsroom finance, ensuring it is fit for purpose for the Newsrooms, • Development of all financial policies and processes, identifying efficiencies and suggesting improvements to potentially reduce effort and inefficiency, • Play a lead role to drive momentum to increase the use of purchase orders across the Newsrooms, minimizing duplication and creating efficiency, • Always seeking to strengthen and improve all finance and production finance processes, controls, and efficiency, • Participate and if required lead business training in relation to finance processes/systems, • Record and keep up to date detailed process notes for month end processes and all other routine tasks Other • Business partnering with operational management and clients, • Manage business relationships within the team including those with Production Managers and the wider operation, • Establish strong working relationships with the wider ITN finance team and Newsroom to facilitate effective cross-collaboration and efficiency of processes, • Manage, coach and professionally develop the Management Accountant ITV News, Assistant Management Accountant and the Newsroom Finance Assistant in the execution of their duties, • Support finance management and leadership on ad hoc projects and analyses as required, • Manage the preparation and collection of data relating to Albert Sustainable Production Certification, working with the Financial Controller, Newsrooms & Technology to review process & resource, • Be a Team player and build professional relationships, offering support to the wider Finance Team as required These are the main requirements of the role and is not an exhaustive list of duties. It is intended to reflect the nature, range, and context of the work, which will change over time. • Qualified accountant CIMA, ACCA/ACA with significant post-qualification experience, • Experience working in the media industry, • Team player, with an ability to prioritise their own workload, operate under their own initiative and work to tight deadlines in a fast-paced business, • Good commercial awareness and data interpreting, business analysis abilities, • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, • Personable with a great attitude and ability to communicate with both finance and non-finance stakeholders, • Experience of staff management & development essential, • Business partnering experience desirable, • Confident and pro-active and with an assertive professional attitude, • High attention to detail, thoroughness of approach and committed to taking great pride in their work, with the drive to take full ownership of management accounts and to deliver to a high level of accuracy with minimal review, • System implementation experience desirable, open to working in a demanding environment where finance systems and processes are being improved and developed, • Open minded and solutions orientated, • Advanced knowledge of GL Systems, Excel and Word Our people are at the heart of everything we do at ITN. It’s vital that our workforce reflects the diversity of both our audience and the wider society in the UK, so we actively seek candidates from diverse backgrounds and communities. Reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process will be offered, if required, due to a disability or health condition. We also recognise the importance of a good work life balance, so we do everything we can to accommodate flexible working, including part-time and job shares for all our roles. Please just let us know in your application, or at any stage throughout the process, if this is something you want to explore.

SENIOR FINANCE MANAGER • Essential: Insurance + Financial Reporting OR External Audit, • £90,000 - £110,000 + package (incl. bonus, pension etc.), • Offices: City of London (WFH x3 days p/wk) Pear Talent is representing an established global Insurance business who have an excellent opportunity for a Senior Finance Manager. Based in London you’ll report to the Head of the team managing a team x3 leading all financial and regulatory reporting, ensuring robust controls and managing the external audit relationship. You’ll also business partner with several other functions to deliver improvements and contribute to a wider Finance improvement programme. You’ll be expected to mentor and develop junior team members and partner across the business, managing key senior stakeholder relationships, taking a leading role within a team that produce, analyse and deliver the Company's financial results. Key accountabilities: • Lead the production of the external financial and regulatory reporting, • Analyse the financial results to produce commentary for both internal management and external audiences., • Produce various disclosures for inclusion in the annual report and accounts, interims and reports to investors., • Partner across the business to ensure a wider understanding of the Company's financial performance., • Drive continuous improvement in reporting processes and systems., • Take on significant roles within ad-hoc finance projects and initiatives. Required experience: The ideal candidate will be a qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA or equivalent) with financial reporting experience in Insurance, or otherwise in External Audit covering Insurance companies at an experienced Senior Manager level. If this isn’t for you but you know someone who’d be interested, then why not confidentially recommend them by clicking here . We have a fantastic referral scheme up to £1,000*.

Financial Controller £80,000–£100,000 + bonus + benefits This position is based 4 days in the office and 1 day from home Are you a qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA looking for the next step in your career. Our client, a production business, looking for someone to join their finance team as a Financial Controller. The Opportunity The business are ideally looking for someone who is qualified currently working in the media industry. What you’ll be doing: • Managing a team of 8 (qualified, non-qualified & manager), • Reviewing the monthly management accounts, ensuring variances are explained in detail, • Production of statutory accounts and leading the audit process, • Preparing monthly group cash flow, • Reviewing and approving budgets, • Attending Senior Leadership meeting to discuss company performance, cost control, • Review and improving group policies, • Managing, motivating and success planning the team About you: • Qualified accountant, • Strong background in financial reporting ideally from media (production), • UK GAAP / Group consolidations experience If you have relevant experience please apply with your updated CV.

REF: MR53879 Job Title: Finance Manager Industry: Private Equity Backed Software Business Employment Type: Permanent Location: Central London Salary Guide: £65-75,000 + Bonus + Benefits Our client is a fast-growing, private equity-backed software group headquartered in Central London. The business delivers mission-critical technology to a blue-chip, global customer base and continues to scale rapidly through product innovation, international expansion, and strategic M&A. With a strong leadership team and ambitious growth plans, the company is now seeking a high-calibre Finance Manager to play a pivotal role within its global finance function. Description This newly created Finance Manager position has been designed to strengthen the team as the organisation increases in size and complexity. Reporting to the Group Financial Controller, the Finance Manager will take ownership of group-wide revenue accounting and oversee key operational finance activities across multiple international entities. The remit includes leading the global revenue accounting process across software subscriptions and professional services, taking responsibility for the production of monthly management accounts and commentary, and supporting the annual group and entity-level audit cycle. The individual will also act as a senior point of contact for compliance-related queries from major customers operating within highly regulated sectors. A central part of the role will be to drive continuous improvement across systems, processes, and reporting capabilities, as well as managing the accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and credit control functions. The Finance Manager will also take full ownership of commission calculations, support budgeting, forecasting and cashflow activities, and contribute to covenant reporting for the group’s lenders. In addition, the role will manage a team, support integration work on future acquisitions and participate in a variety of ad hoc finance projects aligned to the company’s growth agenda. Skills The successful candidate will be a qualified accountant with post-qualification experience. They will have a strong technical accounting background, ideally gained within a private equity-backed, high-growth environment, and will demonstrate exceptional attention to detail, strong analytical capability, and the confidence to build effective relationships across finance, sales, operations, and senior leadership. Knowledge of annual recurring revenue will also be advantageous. A proactive approach, clear communication style, and the ability to lead, mentor, and develop a small team will be essential. This is an outstanding opportunity for a driven, commercially astute finance professional seeking a broad, influential role within an ambitious international software business. The position offers significant scope for development and a clear path for progression as the group continues its expansion. Apply To apply for this Finance Manager role, please press the apply button. Please note that due to the expected volume of applications, we will only be able to respond to those candidates whose experience matches the requirements of our client. We are sorry, but if you have not heard from us within the next ten days, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Walker Hamill has been a specialist finance and strategy recruiter for approaching 40 years. We have an extensive client group, including major multinational listed organisations, private equity backed businesses and privately owned companies. We recruit across all sectors and have particularly strong client relationships in media, retail, pharma/biotech, technology, property/real estate, leisure and business services. Headquartered in London, we have additional offices in continental Europe.

Interim Management Accountant - 3-6 months - £300-£325/day inside IR35 - ASAP Start Location: London (hybrid - flexible) Reports to: Head of Finance SME Consultancy Business A global advisory organisation focused on improving working conditions across international supply chains is seeking a Management Accountant to join its finance function. The business has a strong reputation for quality, integrity and practical solutions that support both commercial outcomes and positive social impact. Working closely with the Head of Finance and senior stakeholders, this role will support the delivery of accurate reporting, analysis and financial oversight across multiple international entities. The role The Management Accountant will play a key part in producing management information, supporting financial operations and strengthening controls. Responsibilities include: • Preparing accurate monthly management accounts for all international offices., • Supporting the production of financial reports in line with IFRS and assisting global teams with their reporting requirements., • Providing clear analysis and insight to senior stakeholders, including commentary on performance and trends., • Managing monthly balance sheet reconciliations and resolving discrepancies., • Assisting with cash flow forecasting and monitoring working capital, including oversight of accounts receivable and accounts payable activity., • Preparing project reporting and supporting the financial monitoring of ongoing work., • Completing VAT returns, EC sales lists and submissions to HMRC., • Supporting year-end processes and liaising with external accountants across all operating countries., • Ensuring accurate and timely processing of payments, salaries and statutory obligations., • Maintaining strong internal controls and supporting improvements to financial processes., • Liaising with auditors and other external stakeholders as required., • Keeping up to date with changes in financial regulations. About you The organisation is keen to meet candidates who can demonstrate: • A recognised accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA or equivalent), newly qualified to around 3 years PQE., • Experience preparing management accounts and financial reports., • A proactive mindset with the ability to anticipate upcoming requirements., • Strong attention to detail and confidence working across multiple stakeholders., • Previous experience in an international or multicultural environment is desirable., • Good technical knowledge of core accounting processes., • Strong Excel skills and experience with accounting systems; Business Central experience would be an advantage., • The ability to manage deadlines, handle a varied workload and adapt to changing priorities., • A collaborative approach and strong self-management.

Senior Syndicate Accountant About the Company Our client is a well-established Lloyd’s managing agency with a strong reputation in the London insurance market. Due to continued growth and strategic expansion, they are seeking a skilled and motivated Syndicate Accountant to join their finance team. This is a key role responsible for the accurate reporting and oversight of the syndicate’s financial activities and regulatory submissions. Key Responsibilities • Prepare and submit statutory and regulatory returns including QMA, QMB and Solvency II reporting, • Assist with production of Lloyd’s and Group reporting requirements including Annual Report and Accounts, • Maintain accurate ledger entries for the syndicate, ensuring timely reconciliation of balance sheet items, • Support year-end audit and liaise with external auditors and Lloyd’s where necessary, • Prepare technical accounting journals and monthly management information packs, • Monitor and report on cash flow, investment performance, and capital adequacy, • Work closely with actuarial, underwriting, claims, and compliance teams to ensure cohesive reporting, • Assist in forecasting, planning and budgeting processes for the syndicate, • Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation within financial operations, • Support implementation and testing of finance systems and regulatory updates Key Requirements • Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA or CIMA), • Minimum 5 years of experience within the Lloyd’s / London Market (Syndicate experience essential), • Strong knowledge of Lloyd’s reporting requirements and insurance accounting standards, • Experience preparing QMA/QMB and other Lloyd’s regulatory returns, • Strong attention to detail and analytical skills, • Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities, • Ability to work to tight deadlines in a regulated environment

REF: MA53885 Job Title: Part-Qualified Group Accountant Industry: Education Employment Type: Location: London Salary Guide: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum Our client, a PE-backed and prestigious education group, is seeking a bright, outgoing Part-Qualified Group Accountant to join the team. The successful individual will be responsible for producing monthly management accounts, balance sheet reconciliations, budget variance analysis, and other financial reports as required. The role will also be involved in the production of statutory accounts and ensuring compliance with applicable accounting standards and reporting requirements. In addition, the role will include developing relationships with business unit heads to support their needs from a finance perspective. Description The responsibilities of the Part-Qualified Group Accountant role include, but are not limited to: • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for senior management., • Own, understand and maintain accounting records for assigned areas of responsibility., • Compile and ensure all necessary journals are posted monthly, and all balance sheet accounts are reconciled monthly., • Produce accurate monthly management accounts., • Assist the Group Finance Manager and the Group Financial Controller with the preparation and analysis of financial forecasts and budgets., • Monitor actual performance against budget and forecast, providing variance analysis and recommendations for corrective action., • Work with business units to gather and validate financial information for forecasting purposes., • Prepare and deliver detailed financial analysis on revenue, expenses, and profitability., • Analyse trends in financial performance, identifying opportunities for cost savings and process improvement., • Assist with the preparation of VAT returns and reconciliations., • Assist with the year-end financial reporting process, ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards., • Support the annual audit as required., • Maintain financial models to support long-term strategic planning., • Identify and implement improvements to existing financial processes, controls, and reporting systems., • Help automate and streamline management reporting using advanced Excel or business, • intelligence tools. Skills The skills of the Part-Qualified Group Accountant role include, but are not limited to: • Finalist / Part-qualified accountant – ACCA / CIMA with clear progress towards completion., • Minimum of 2 years of experience in finance or accounting., • Strong knowledge of financial accounting and reporting principles., • Experience in business partnering and developing processes to improve and simplify financial controls., • An advanced Excel user preferred, with experience in transforming and organising large volumes of data from several sources., • Technically proficient in finance, ERPs / MS Office., • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills., • Strong attention to detail and self-review., • Effective communication and interpersonal skills at all levels. Apply To apply for this Part-Qualified Group Accountant role, please use the Apply button. Please note that due to the expected volume of applications, we will only be able to respond to those candidates whose experience matches the requirements of our client. We are sorry, but if you have not heard from us within the next ten days, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Walker Hamill has been a specialist finance and strategy recruiter for approaching 40 years. We have an extensive client group, including major multinational listed organisations, private equity backed businesses and privately owned companies. We recruit across all sectors and have particularly strong client relationships in technology, media, retail, pharma/biotech, property/real estate, leisure and business services. Headquartered in London, we have additional offices in continental Europe.

About the Team: The in-house Relx Pensions Investment Office is a small team consisting of the Chief Investment Officer (who primarily oversees the external investment managers), the Trustee Secretary (who oversees the governance of the pension scheme) and the Senior Pension Fund Accountant. All three liaise with auditors on an ongoing basis. About the role: The in-house Pensions Investment Officer role is vital in supplying authorized instructions and data to several stakeholders, both internal and external. The expectation is that the role will be split evenly between investment-related work and audit work, but there will be scope to tailor the role to some extent depending on particular areas of interest. Indeed, bringing forward ideas as to how existing processes can be improved and streamlined will be encouraged. You will be expected to build credibility quickly and become the ‘go-to’ person for all investment and associated audit data pertaining to REPS including, inter alia, review and scrutiny of the SOC1 control reports. Responsibilities: • Manage year-end audit work reporting requirements for the corporate audit and the Pensions SORP in the production of Management Information and Annual Report of the Trustee and Financial Statements, • Analyse data and prepare instructions to the managers for a range of investment classes. You will be responsible for liaising with managers and raising investment-related posting queries to the custodian, • Manage third-party custody systems and monitoring their service levels in accordance with a service level agreement, • Data gathering, reading through lengthy documents, summarising the key points and analysing the results., • Supplying pertinent information to auditors as to the efficacy of the control environment. An understanding of user entity internal controls over financial reporting, • Monitor (in conjunction with the investment consultants) the performance of the investment managers in relation to their service level agreements. Requirements: • Experience of investment and year-end audit work is essential, especially in respect of the reporting requirements of Sarbanes Oxley (for the corporate audit) and the Pensions SORP in the production of Management Information and Annual Report of the Trustee and Financial Statements;, • Pensions investment experience will be essential in order to be able to analyse data and prepare instructions to the managers for a range of investment classes., • Excellent analytical and project management skills in terms of data gathering, reading through lengthy documents, summarising the key points and analysing the results. Experience of supplying pertinent information to auditors as to the efficacy of the control environment. An understanding of user entity internal controls over financial reporting (SOC1) reports., • Experience of using third-party custody systems would be beneficial, as is monitoring their service levels in accordance with a service level agreement., • Experience of monitoring (in conjunction with the investment consultants) of the performance of the investment managers in relation to their service level agreements., • Competent user of Microsoft Office, especially Word and Excel in order to analyse and present large and complicated data sets., • Excellent interpersonal skills and written English, including a keen eye for detail whilst proof reading documents., • Used to working in a small team, self-motivated, excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise tasks. Qualifications and background • Qualified IFA or Masters degree in a relevant subject., • A background from pensions audit or consulting preferable. Working for you: We know that your wellbeing and happiness are key to a long and successful career. These are some of the benefits we are delighted to offer: • Generous holiday allowance with the option to buy additional days, • Health screening, eye care vouchers and private medical benefits, • Wellbeing programs, • Life Assurance, • Access to a competitive contributory pension scheme, • Save As You Earn share option scheme, • Travel Season ticket loan, • Electric Vehicle Scheme, • Optional Dental Insurance, • Maternity, paternity and shared parental leave, • Employee Assistance Programme, • Access to emergency care for both the elderly and children, • RECARES days, giving you time to support the charities and causes that matter to you, • Access to employee resource groups with dedicated time to volunteer, • Access to extensive learning and development resources, • Access to employee discounts scheme via Perks at Work About the Business RELX is a global provider of information-based analytics and decision tools for professional and business customers. RELX serves customers in more than 180 countries and has offices in about 40 countries. It employs more than 36,000 people over 40% of whom are in North America. The headquarters is in London. The market capitalization is about £60bn ($80bn), making it one of the 10 largest listed companies in the UK. The company is listed on the London Stock Exchange, Euronext and NYSE. The company has four market segments. It develops information-based analytics and decision tools for professional and business customers in the Risk, Scientific, Technical & Medical, Legal, and Exhibitions sectors.

Financial Controller Location: London Start: ASAP A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Financial Controller to step into a pivotal role within a fast-moving, internationally focused environment. This is a great fit for someone who enjoys owning the numbers, leading a team, and partnering with senior stakeholders—while keeping the door open for a long-term opportunity. What you’ll be doing • Leading the production and delivery of monthly management accounts, • Managing key relationships with senior stakeholders and high-net-worth individuals, • Overseeing balance sheet reporting, reconciliations and analysis, • Day-to-day management of the finance function, working closely with the Head of Finance, • Authorising payments and ensuring strong financial controls, • Preparing and presenting funding requests, • Leading budgeting and forecasting cycles, • Ensuring regulatory and banking compliance, • Driving system and process improvements, • Reviewing accruals, prepayments and month-end adjustments, • Mentoring and developing the finance team, • Producing ad hoc reporting as needed What you’ll bring • Qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA) from a large to medium-sized accountancy firm, • Experience with Sage X3 or equivalent systems, • Advanced Excel skills, • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy, • Strong communication skills and a proactive approach, • Ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment, • Confidence working cross-functionally with senior stakeholders If you’re a hands-on, commercially minded Financial Controller looking for a role with immediate impact and genuine long-term potential, we’d love to hear from you.

Finance Manager required for a high-growth,wealth management firm (Central London – Office Based) 3-4 days a week in office (flexible) £60,000 – £70,000 (Depending on expereince) + 10-20% bonus + benefits We are partnering with a fast-growing, independent high-net-worth wealth management business with ambitious expansion plans over the next few years. The firm provides bespoke financial services to private clients, families and professional intermediaries and is building a reputation for excellence, discretion and performance. With significant growth in assets under management forecast, finance will play a critical role in supporting this next phase of scale. As Finance Manager, you will sit beneath the CFO, taking ownership of internal reporting, analysis and governance while the business transitions from an outsourced to an in-house finance model. This role offers exceptional exposure to senior leadership and a clear pathway to build and lead a finance team as the business continues to grow. Reporting directly to the CFO, you will act as a key commercial and technical finance partner, strengthening financial control, improving insight, and supporting strategic decision-making across the business. Key Requirements: • Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA), • Trained in practice (ideally Top 20), with exposure to SME audits and accounts, • Minimum 3 years’ experience in a finance role, • Demonstrable interest of Wealth / Asset Management industry, • Strong academic background from a reputable university, • Proactive, commercially curious mindset, • Advanced Excel skills with strong analytical capability Key Responsibilities: • Production of monthly management reporting with detailed variance analysis and performance commentary, • Delivery of commercial financial analysis, scenario modelling and forecasting relating to AUM growth, net flows, pricing and client retention, • Development and maintenance of MI dashboards, KPIs, margin and revenue analysis in Excel, • Acting as the primary finance owner for regulatory returns, • Managing external advisors for tax and statutory reporting, with future ownership of the audit process, • Review of monthly payroll, providing analytical assurance and governance, • Oversight of accounts payable, bank accounts and revenue reconciliation, • Providing ad-hoc commercial analysis to senior leadership, • Supporting general finance administration including benefits, insurance and employment-related processes The role is based in Central London (Westminster / St James’s Park area) within a high-performing and entrepreneurial business. The firm offers an inclusive culture, high levels of autonomy, and outstanding long-term career progression as the finance function is built in-house. If you meet the above criteria and are seeking a role where you can have genuine strategic impact, build something long-term, and grow with a scaling wealth management business, please apply below. Due to the high volume of applications, we may be unable to respond to all unsuccessful applicants.

You will work for an established independent Creative Production company, based in the heart of London City.This is a newly created role which has come about due to the opening of a new office in Paris.You'll work in a finance team of four, supporting the Financial Controller.Your responsibilities w

Interim Financial Accountant | Real Estate | 8 month month FTC - £60k | January Start I'm working with a well known real estate firm to hire an interim Financial Accountant to support over year end, the role will start in January for an 8 month contract. The role will support on the following: • Produce high-quality statutory accounts using OneSource, • Coordinate audit responses with internal finance teams, handle auditor and tax queries promptly, • Prepare journals to align the general ledger to signed accounts, uphold ledger integrity, and support ongoing control improvements across the finance function., • Own key elements of quarterly reporting, ensuring accurate postings and balance sheet reconciliations in line with Group timetables., • Work with the Group Financial Controller on the production of the annual report and accounts, meeting strict reporting deadlines., • Investigate and correct intercompany balance mismatches, ensuring accuracy and consistency across Group entities., • Build strong relationships across finance and wider business teams Key Skills: • Qualified Accountant, • Prior real estate experience is beneficial but not required. This is a great opportunity for a newly qualified Accountant from practice to join a fun and supportive finance team!

HFG are currently working with a leading specialty insurer within the London market who are currently looking for an Expense Business Partner to join them on an FTC for the next 12-18 months. The role will be support the CFO and Senior Management to manage the International expense base, through coordination of the annual budget process and appropriate reporting and analysis of actuals in comparison to that budget. Responsibilities: Play a critical role in the coordination and completion of the Annual Budget process. This includes liaison with the relevant stakeholders, development of the timetables, process documentation, review and challenge meetings, and production of the ultimate outputs (reporting and analysis to Senior Management, Boards and Shareholders) Produce timely, accurate and highly relevant quarterly and moving to monthly reports of actual expense performance against Budget for relevant stakeholders Lead the International expense allocations process, including documentation of allocation drivers and communication of allocation methodologies to impacted stakeholders Lead the production of appropriate Budget and allocation process documentation, ensuring robust and transparent controls in place and sufficient communication of this to key stakeholders (Budget Holders, Senior Management, Shareholders) Develop the expense team's business partnering capabilities, including delivery of ad hoc project analysis and decision support and influence the improvement of wider processes (inside and outside of Finance) to improve controls, reduce duplication and error and reduce costs If you are a qualified Accountant with extensive experience in preparing expense budgets, analysing results throughout the budgeting cycle, and possess strong Excel and data manipulation skills-along with experience working with complex financial models within the financial services sector-please get in touch. TPBN1_UKTJ

Robert Half Finance & Accounting are currently partnering with Mulberry, a well-known luxury fashion brand, in their recruitment of a Senior Finance Business Partner on a permanent contract. Founded in the heart of Somerset, Mulberry is an iconic British brand celebrated worldwide for its craftsmanship, creativity, and timeless design. From their roots in the South West, they have grown into a global name synonymous with quality and innovation, while staying true to their heritage. At Mulberry, every piece tells a story and every team member plays a part in shaping that narrative. In 2024, they proudly achieved B Corp Certification, reflecting their purpose-driven approach and dedication to transparency and accountability. From pioneering low-carbon leather to championing responsible sourcing and climate action, Mulberry is shaping a future where luxury and sustainability go hand in hand. So that's the business, but the role we're offering is excellent too Reporting to an impressive Director of Commercial Finance and FP&A, this role will be strategic partner to the key stakeholders in COO team. The role is to be the SME on the end-to-end view from sales expectations, translated into manufacturing KPIs and operational planning, through to MI and Reporting. In particular, narrate how operations translate into and affects the company Stock and Gross Margin values. Embedded within the operational environment, the role acts as a vital link between operations and finance, ensuring seamless collaboration and informed decision-making across both functions. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in shaping accurate forecasts and budgets by gathering sales projections from the Buying & Merchandising team and collaborating with the Head of Responsible Sourcing and their team to translate these into actionable, measurable weekly and monthly targets. You will take ownership of reporting for both the COO and CFO, providing insights into performance against purchasing and manufacturing targets. Working closely with Finance, you'll help explain variances-whether due to sales mix forecasting errors, productivity shifts, unexpected purchasing levels, or changes in sourcing strategy-and articulate the financial implications for the group. Additionally, you will act as a key partner to the Group FC, supporting the Finance Operations team in managing stock accounting and valuation, which is significantly influenced by manufacturing outputs and processes. The salary on offer is up to £100,000 + benefits, hybrid & flexible working is supported with an expectation of 3 days per week in the Chilcompton office. Responsibilities: Partner with Commercial Finance and Buying & Merchandising to build a detailed SKU-level budget, covering sales, purchased units, and manufactured units Review performance weekly and monthly, assessing variances and trends to ensure accuracy and alignment Translate the SKU budget into a KPI-driven manufacturing and purchasing plan, collaborating closely with Purchasing and Manufacturing Leads Gather and consolidate data from UK and overseas sites to benchmark operational performance and key metrics Monitor overhead costs and spending, ensuring overhead rates remain appropriate and sustainable for the future Deliver a weekly insights report and a comprehensive monthly reporting pack, providing actionable recommendations to address variances-whether to course-correct adverse trends or capitalise on favourable outcomes Work closely with the Finance stock team to align margin adjustments with KPI reporting, ensuring financials and operational narratives are consistent and accurate Drive continuous improvement in reporting and budgeting processes, from month-end close to weekly updates and long-term strategic planning Build strong, collaborative relationships with Purchasing, Production, Technical, and Finance teams, as well as external manufacturing partners Ideal Candidate: Qualified Accountant (ACCA/ACA/CIMA/CA) Prior manufacturing experience is essential Strong commercial finance & activity based costing skills Prior experience of inventory management accounting & KPI reporting / analysis Strong systems / data analytics skills Demonstratable experience of partnering non finance Be willing to roll sleeves up & get stuck into challenges This really is a unique opportunity, if you thrive on delivering value-add and want to work for a brilliant business who are on a transformation journey, then we want to hear from you. Join now to be part of the future of Mulberry. For more information, please call Paige on 01179 935 445. To apply, please e-mail your CV Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice. TPBN1_UKTJ