Finance Manager FTC

Finance Manager - 6-Month Fixed-Term Contract

Salary: £75,000-£85,000 per annum (day rate considered)

Location: London (4 days office / 1 day WFH - flexibility available)

Reporting to: Finance Director

We're working with a high-growth digital media business that is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to join their finance function on a 6-month fixed-term contract
. This role will support the Finance Director through a post-acquisition integration, helping to embed new reporting requirements, processes and ways of working, while also supporting the day-to-day running of the finance function in a fast-paced, scaling environment. The role will involve close collaboration with senior stakeholders and teams across the business, and would suit someone who can quickly get up to speed, work autonomously, and add immediate value.

• Supporting the project management of post-acquisition integration activities across Finance, IT, Insurance, People, Treasury and Data Protection
• Assisting with increased reporting requirements during the integration period, including board and operational reporting
• Helping to design, document and embed finance processes to meet ongoing group reporting and compliance requirements
• Supporting day-to-day finance operations, including:
  • Month‑end close and management accounts preparation
  • Producing financial reports and analysis for senior stakeholders
  • Proactive accounts receivable management
  • Working closely with the commercial (sales) team on bookings and invoicing
  • Cost management and financial controls
  • Payroll and pensions administration
• Supporting and helping to develop members of the existing finance team

• Qualified or qualified-by-experience in management accounting
• Strong hands-on experience using Xero
• Excellent Excel skills
• Proven experience supporting acquisitions, integrations or business change projects
• Experience working in a founder‑led business, scale‑up or SME environment
• Proactive, adaptable and comfortable working under pressure in a fast‑paced setting
• Confident working with senior stakeholders and cross‑functional teams

• Reports directly to the Finance Director
• 4 days per week in the office with 1 day working from home (flexibility available)
• 6-month fixed-term contract, with day‑rate contractors also considered