Handle are currently working with a global market leading brand who are looking for an experienced Finance Analyst with a background in media to join their Consumer division.

As part of the consumer finance team, you'll play a key role in forecast cycles, quarter-end close, reporting, and market cost management. You'll partner with operational and commercial stakeholders, providing insight and ensuring financial accuracy across multiple territories.

Key responsibilities include -

Prepare quarter-end close files, including comparatives (prior forecast, R&O)
Conduct variance analysis across key cost lines
Maintain a current-quarter view, tracking EMEA and territory variances
Coordinate with finance stakeholders to ensure variance commentary is up to date
Roll forward forecast models and actualise prior quarter results
Prepare monthly retail subscription revenue reporting vs forecast, highlighting variances by market
Upload forecasts into financial systems and reconcile to P&L models
Support the Finance Manager with ad-hoc analysis and reporting

Candidate requirements -

Proven experience in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), ideally within the media sector
Strong attention to detail and analytical mindset
Experience with financial systems such as SAP/BW and Cognos Reporting
Advanced Excel skills (including modelling and consolidation)
Experience supporting operational and commercial teams (desirable)
Strong communication skills, comfortable engaging stakeholders at all levels
Ability to create and manage reporting templates and consolidations

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.