25 Guardian Media Group jobs in the United Kingdom

Role: Finance Manager – Media Production Business

Location: London (hybrid working) - Permanent

The Role: This role is working for an independent global entertainment business that is going through some exciting growth and an exciting strategy for the future. They are hiring for an exciting Finance Manager opportunity reporting directly to the Finance Director. You will be a core member of the wider finance team and play a key part in supporting and strengthening the Finance and Accounting function. You will have ownership of the monthly close process, reporting and forecasting and oversight of day-to-day accounting and finance operations of the licensing division. There is also a clear path for progression and a great opportunity to move into a managerial role within the team plus excellent salary, bonus, and benefits.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Own and perform monthly close procedures and maintain adequate accounting records.
• Full responsibility to prepare Monthly/Quarterly P&L and Balance sheet, analysis and commentary.
• Review, analyze and reconcile data to ensure the accuracy of the company’s financial reporting.
• Responsible for revenue recognition and related cost of sales transactions.
• Liaising with AR to issue invoices and monitoring minimum guarantees, advances and royalties
• Prepare cash flow forecast and analysis for the global licensing business.
• Prepare quarterly forecasts and annual budgets in line with corporate FP&A timetables and working in conjunction with global sales executives.
• Ownership of long-range plan for the business unit.
• Report monthly dashboard / results / KPI in a timely manner to corporate FP&A team
• Collation of budgets and forecasts/reforecast across the rights and K&F production businesses
• Prepare UK monthly cash request to be submitted to corporate
• Liaising with royalty team and preparing agent reporting
• Prepare quarterly VAT submission
• Liaise with Hong Kong audit team for annual subsidiary audit
• Review expense reports with office manager
• Liaising with commercial, corporate, legal teams in NY, Toronto and UK.
• Responsible for marketing and tradeshow lines in Rights business P&L
• Prepare overheads for forecasting and budgeting across rights and K&F production business
• Other ad-hoc project duties as required by Director of Finance

Candidate Requirements:

• Minimum 1-2 years PQE (ACCA, CIMA)
• Strong Microsoft excel skills – vlookups, pivot tables
• Prior experience with ERP and FP&A/management reporting software and rights management database software is a plus (e.g. Netsuite, Workday Adaptive, Rightsline)
• Prior experience dealing with a global head office/parent advantageous and dealing with multi currencies
• Familiarity with tax withholding practices
• Proven capacity to contribute positively to team work
• Ability to both follow direction and work independently to effectively manage workload and prioritize activities
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills, oral and written as direct communication with clients and liaising with finance team in Canada.
• Experience with IFRS accounting
• Previous experience in distribution, television or other entertainment media is an advantage.

Company Information

Wayman Finance is a specialist recruitment agency with over 20 years’ experience within the Finance field. We’ve worked hard to establish our reputation with our clients as one of the most reliable Finance and Accounting agencies in London through our core values of honesty and customer excellence.

Application

To be considered for this Finance Manager position please forward a CV as soon as possible.

Role: Finance Manager (Distribution) – Media Production Business

Location: London (hybrid working) – 15-month fixed term contract

The Role: This role is working for an independent global entertainment business that is going through some exciting growth and an exciting strategy for the future. They are hiring for an exciting Finance Manager opportunity reporting directly to the Finance Director. You will be a core member of the wider finance team and play a key part in supporting and strengthening the Finance and Accounting function. You will have ownership of the monthly close process, reporting and forecasting and oversight of day-to-day accounting and finance operations of the distribution division. There is also a clear path for progression and a great opportunity to move into a managerial role within the team plus excellent salary, bonus, and benefits.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Own and perform monthly close procedures and maintain adequate accounting records.
• Full responsibility to prepare Monthly/Quarterly P&L and Balance sheet, analysis and commentary.
• Review, analyze and reconcile data to ensure the accuracy of the company’s financial reporting.
• Responsible for revenue recognition and related cost of sales transactions.
• Prepare cash flow forecast and analysis for the global distribution business.
• Prepare quarterly forecasts and annual budgets in line with corporate FP&A timetables and working in conjunction with global sales executives.
• Report monthly dashboard / results / KPI in a timely manner to corporate FP&A team
• Manage and execute sales executives commission reporting and headcount reporting.
• Review producer reporting with the global rights team
• Liaise with tax computation team on annual UK tax submission and UK stat accounts
• Prepare investment recoupment tracker and analysis.
• Liaising with central corporate team, material ops teams, scripted team in Toronto, NY, LA and UK.
• Key point of contact with corporate finance and legal team to liaise on any queries.
• Perform ad hoc Duties as necessary.

Candidate Requirements:

• Minimum 1-2 years PQE (ACCA, CIMA)
• Strong Microsoft excel skills – vlookups, pivot tables
• Prior experience with ERP and FP&A/management reporting software and rights management database software is a plus (e.g. Netsuite, Workday Adaptive, Rightsline)
• Prior experience dealing with a global head office/parent advantageous and dealing with multi currencies
• Familiarity with tax withholding practices
• Proven capacity to contribute positively to team work
• Ability to both follow direction and work independently to effectively manage workload and prioritize activities
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills, oral and written as direct communication with clients and liaising with finance team in Canada.
• Experience with IFRS accounting
• Previous experience in distribution, television or other entertainment media is an advantage.
• Excellent communication skills, oral and written as direct communication with clients and liaising with finance team in Canada.
• Experience with IFRS accounting
• Previous experience in distribution, television or other entertainment media is an advantage.

Company Information

Wayman Finance is a specialist recruitment agency with over 20 years’ experience within the Finance field. We’ve worked hard to establish our reputation with our clients as one of the most reliable Finance and Accounting agencies in London through our core values of honesty and customer excellence.

Application

To be considered for this Finance Manager position please forward a CV as soon as possible.

• Creating original, on-brand content for health, beauty, and fashion campaigns
• Developing content calendars that align with industry trends and client objectives
• Managing multi-platform social media strategies with focus on Instagram, LinkedIn, and emerging platforms
• Collaborating with photographers, models, and creative teams to produce authentic content
• Analysing performance metrics and optimising content strategies accordingly

• Demonstrable experience creating content within health, beauty, and/or fashion sectors
• Portfolio showcasing successful social media campaigns and content creation
• Proficiency with content creation tools (Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, etc.)
• Understanding of platform-specific content optimisation
• Experience with social scheduling and analytics platforms

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Opportunity to work with high-profile talent and brands
• Creative freedom in a fast-paced, supportive environment
• Full-time, office-based position in Norwich

• Conceptualize, develop, and test innovative and appealing recipes suitable for a broad audience, covering various cuisines and dietary needs.
• Write clear, concise, and engaging recipe instructions and accompanying culinary articles for our website and publications.
• Create high-quality food photography and/or video content showcasing dishes and cooking techniques (equipment provided or allowance given).
• Collaborate with our editorial and marketing teams to align content with brand strategy and audience interests.
• Ensure all culinary content adheres to the highest standards of accuracy, food safety, and presentation.
• Research current food trends and popular ingredients to inform content development.
• Engage with our online community, responding to comments and questions related to recipes and cooking techniques.
• Source high-quality ingredients and manage any associated costs or reimbursements effectively.
• Stay updated on digital content creation best practices and emerging platforms.
• Potentially contribute to the development of cookbooks or digital culinary courses.
• Adapt recipes and content for different formats, such as social media short-form videos or longer tutorial formats.
• Maintain a professional and creative kitchen environment suitable for content production.

• Professional chef qualification and/or extensive experience working in high-level culinary roles (e.g., Executive Chef, Head Chef) in reputable establishments.
• A strong portfolio demonstrating a wide range of culinary skills and creative recipe development.
• Excellent writing and communication skills, with the ability to convey complex culinary information in an accessible manner.
• Proficiency in food photography and/or videography, with a good eye for presentation and aesthetics.
• Experience with video editing software is a significant advantage.
• A strong understanding of food safety practices.
• Self-motivated, highly organized, and able to manage projects independently in a remote setting.
• Access to a professional-grade kitchen setup for content creation is essential.
• Passion for teaching and sharing culinary knowledge.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and digital content creation is highly desirable.
• Must have reliable high-speed internet access and a dedicated workspace.

• Develop and execute comprehensive SEO strategies to improve search engine rankings and organic traffic.
• Conduct keyword research, competitor analysis, and technical SEO audits.
• Create engaging, informative, and optimized content for various digital platforms, including blog posts, website copy, social media updates, and email newsletters.
• Collaborate with the design team to produce visually appealing graphics and multimedia content.
• Manage content calendars and ensure timely publication of all digital assets.
• Monitor website analytics and SEO performance using tools like Google Analytics and SEMrush.
• Report on key digital marketing metrics and provide insights for campaign optimization.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest SEO trends, algorithm updates, and digital marketing best practices.
• Assist in the development and execution of email marketing campaigns.
• Ensure all content adheres to brand guidelines and maintains a consistent tone of voice.

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, English, or a related field.
• Proven experience in digital marketing, with a strong focus on SEO and content creation.
• Demonstrable success in improving organic search rankings and driving website traffic.
• Proficiency in SEO tools (e.g., Google Analytics, Google Search Console, SEMrush, Ahrefs).
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Experience creating various types of digital content, including blog posts, website copy, and social media content.
• Understanding of HTML, CSS, and website structure as they relate to SEO.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret data to inform strategy.
• Familiarity with content management systems (CMS) like WordPress.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• This role is based in our **Bristol** office and is not remote.

• Assist in the creation and scheduling of social media content across various platforms.
• Help draft and edit engaging written content for blog posts, website copy, and marketing materials.
• Support the execution of email marketing campaigns, including list segmentation and performance analysis.
• Conduct market research to identify trends and opportunities for content and campaign development.
• Collaborate with the design team to create visually appealing graphics and multimedia assets.
• Monitor and report on the performance of digital marketing initiatives using analytics tools.
• Participate in team meetings, contributing ideas and insights to ongoing projects.
• Learn and apply SEO best practices to content to improve organic search visibility.
• Maintain and update the company website content as needed.
• Assist with administrative tasks related to marketing operations.

• A genuine passion for digital marketing and content creation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in basic computer applications (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace).
• Eagerness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced remote environment.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Familiarity with social media platforms is a plus.
• Previous experience with graphic design tools or video editing software is an advantage but not essential.