Finance Manager - Temp

We're working with a high-profile TV production company to recruit an experienced Finance Manager for a 3 month temporary cover role. This is a hands-on position overseeing day-to-day finance operations, month-end close, payroll, and production finance support across a busy and fast-paced studio environment:

Responsibilities:

• Prepare the monthly management pack and group reporting submissions

• Manage monthly payroll processing for the HQ team (30+ staff)

• Lead the month-end close in Sage 50, including bank postings, journals, and accounting entries

• Reconcile balance sheet accounts and ensure accurate financial reporting

• Raise customer invoices for development and production projects, and oversee debtor collections

• Review and approve employee expenses and company credit card submissions

• Oversee supplier invoice processing and coordinate weekly/ad hoc payment runs

• Submit VAT returns and maintain compliance with relevant financial regulations

• Set up finance processes and banking for new productions (including credit/prepaid cards)

• Support preparation of period-end schedules for external accountants and tax advisers

Requirements:

• ACCA/CIMA/ACA qualified (or part-qualified) / 5+ years industry experience

• Previous experience in media, TV or entertainment is desirable

• Experience managing payroll

• Confident communicator able to engage with senior stakeholders and production teams

• Strong Excel skills with working knowledge of Sage 50 and payroll software

• Available for an immediate start

Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.