Junior Finance Manager - Programming & Production; FTC

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Our Finance team has a large part to play in the success of our business. We are based across a few locations, but operate as one team, and work together to create a positive, productive and highly efficient finance department within News UK.

• Assist Finance Manager with broadcast programming and production costs ensuring efficient financial operations across all stations/Business units.
• Prepare the budget, 5-year plan and forecasting process for all Programming and Production across the Broadcasting Business.
• Monitor all Broadcast Programming & Production expenses, identifying opportunities for cost optimisation
• Input into rolling forecast and overview of revenue performance YTD throughout the year.
• Support with transition of activities to offshore team.

• Collaborate with the programming & Production teams and other key stakeholders to provide financial insights and support cost optimisation across all broadcasting P&Ls.
• Provide ad hoc analysis and project support to enable the successful delivery of business objectives.
• Assist Finance Manager and Offshore team with reporting to business.

• Assist Finance Manager with the preparation and presentation of programming budgets/forecasts to the broadcast senior leadership team, providing valuable insights and comparators across all radio stations.
• Support the year-end audit process, ensuring are met in a timely and professional manner.
• Input into the rolling forecast to ensure costs run rates and performance vs Budget is kept up to date throughout the year.

• Support the offshore team with month-end processing and input into reporting of full P&L statements.
• Assist in the preparation of weekly, monthly, and quarterly financial reports.
• Drive new reporting streams to provide greater insight into cost trends with a focus on challenging cost areas such as casual management..

• ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified or actively studying but qualified by experience in a similar role.
• Commercially aware coupled with strong accounting skills.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to interpret complex financial data.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with experience presenting to senior stakeholders.
• Advanced proficiency in financial software and reporting tools.
• Ability to work independently.

At News UK, we embrace a hybrid work model, currently requiring a minimum of three days per week in the office. This approach fosters collaboration, innovation, and team spirit within our workspace. Certain roles may necessitate additional in-office days; please discuss this with your recruiter for specific requirements.

• Private medical insurance including coverage for pre-existing conditions.
• Discounted gym memberships, free Class Pass at Home, weekly in person/ virtual exercise classes.
• ‘Bikes for Work’ and ‘Electric Car’ scheme.
• Up to 60% discount on Harper Collins books.
• Maternity leave up to 18 weeks full basic salary & paternity leave up to 2 weeks.
• Access to exclusive events and competitions with exciting brands such as talkSPORT, Virgin Radio UK & The Times. Weekly virtual panel chats with top journalists and celebrities.
• Access to wellbeing benefits such as EAP, physio/massage and counselling.
• A generous pension scheme with employer contributions of up to 5%.
• Wide range of training available, plus full Linked In Learning access.
• 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays and up to 4 volunteering days per year.

We are committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process. If you require reasonable adjustments due to a disability or health condition at any stage of your application or interview, please let us know. You can contact us at  to discuss how we can support you to perform at your best.