Senior Finance Manager

location: City of London, London

practice area: Accountancy and Finance

job type: Fixed Term Contract

salary: Up to £110,000 per annum

сonsultant: Charlotte McAloon

date posted: 14/05/2026

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Senior Finance Manager for a 12 Month FTC to lead financial planning, reporting, analysis, and business partnering across a well known Media organisation. This role is responsible for delivering financial insight, supporting commercial decision-making, ensuring strong financial governance, and driving process improvements to support sustainable business growth.

The ideal candidate combines strong technical finance expertise with commercial acumen, leadership capability, and the ability to influence stakeholders across all levels of the business.

Required Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field
Professional accounting qualification (ACA/CA, ACCA, CIMA)
Significant progressive finance experience, including management-level responsibility
Strong financial modelling, forecasting, and analytical skills
Experience leading budgeting and planning cycles
Proven experience managing and developing teams
Advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP/financial planning systems
Strong knowledge of financial reporting standards and controls

Preferred Experience

Audit background is preferred but not essential
Exposure to both technical and commercial accounting
Experience working in a fast-paced, high-growth environment

What They Offer

Competitive salary
Comprehensive benefits package
Career development and progression opportunities
3/2 day WFH model
Future career opportunities within other areas of the company

Applications will be reviewed as we receive them.

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