Finance Manager

Halliday Marx have partnered with a large media business to hire a Finance Manager on an Interim basis for 6 months.

Hybrid working (3 days in the office, 2 from home)

Responsibilities

• Managing 2 people
• Lead the development, implementation, and monitoring of financial control processes and policies
• Manage the preparation and coordination of annual external audits and respond to audit queries
• Oversee monthly balance sheet reconciliations and ensure timely resolution of variances
• Design and maintain internal controls in line with regulatory and business requirements
• Deliver continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen the financial control framework
• Provide guidance and leadership to two direct reports, ensuring development and high performance
• Support statutory reporting and compliance with applicable UK accounting standards (e.g., FRS 102 or IFRS)
• Collaborate with the wider finance and operational teams to promote financial best practices
• Lead or support internal audits, risk assessments, and compliance reviews as required

Non-negotiable requirements

• CA/ACA/ACCA qualified
• Available to start within 1 week
• Experience managing people
• Media experience would be advantageous
• Audit experience
• SAP Experience