Finance Analyst-Media Production

Newly Qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA

Handle are working with an International Media Production business that distributes popular, award-winning TV programmes to over 1,000 broadcasters and media platforms around the world.

We are looking for a newly qualified accountant to support its growing business.

Candidates must have an enthusiastic approach and a strong technical background. This role is an ideal opportunity for the candidate to gain a wide range of experience across reporting, forecasting and commercial analysis. Reporting to the Head of Finance (Projects), responsibilities will include:

Cash Forecasting and Reporting
Ownership of cash flow forecasting models
Submission of monthly cash forecasts to group, annual reforecast and budget
Analyse significant cash flow movements monthly to enable more accurate cash forecasting
Continue to develop existing models to improve the efficiency and accuracy of the cash flow forecasting process
Working with the Sales Ledger Manager to ensure the flow of receipts is maintained
Facilitating production financing and factoring, including calculation of interest costs and maintaining correspondence between banks and producers

Requirements
The successful candidate must have/be:
* ACA/ ACCA/ CIMA qualified
* Experience in television distribution/ licensing (preferred)
* Organised and have a high attention to detail
* A self-starter who can work to tight deadlines and is quick to learn
* Excellent Excel skills
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with people at all levels within the Company
*A high level of professionalism.

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.