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Senior Financial Accountant - Film/TV

Location
London
Salary
£375 - £400 per day
Sector
Finance Jobs
Type
Hybrid
Contract Type
Temporary
Job Ref
BH12867AB
Posted
Apr 7, 2026
Expiry
Apr 21, 2026
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Global entertainment business is seeking a Senior Financial Accountant for a minimum of 12 months. Reporting to the Senior Manager, you'll play a key role in overseeing month-end and quarter-end closes, ensuring compliance with US GAAP across numerous legal entities in multiple regions. Furthermore, you will also play a key role in the global SAP S/4HANA implementation across the business.

Key responsibilities:

  • Lead monthly/quarterly close processes, journal reviews, and balance sheet analysis
  • Acting as a key link between finance teams and the SAP S/4HANA core project team
  • Support consolidation, forecasting, and reporting across global hubs
  • Manage audits, reconciliations, and outsourced R2R resources

Requirements:

  • Qualified accountant (ACCA/CIMA/ACA or equivalent) with ideally 1-2+ years' PQE experience
  • Proven experience with audits

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.

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