Interim Financial Controller - Media - Marc Daniels : Job Details

Marc Daniels Recruitment is seeking an experienced InterimFinancial Controller to join a leading global media company, based in London, on a 3/6-month temporary basis. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a fast-paced, creative environment, supporting a highly successful business during a period of change and growth.

We are looking for a hands-on Financial Controller who is immediately available and ready to step into a senior role, overseeing financial operations, driving process improvements, and ensuring robust financial control across the business along with strong management & leadership capabilities to direct the wider finance team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the day-to-day finance function, including month-end close, reporting, and cashflow management.

• Deliver accurate and timely financial reporting to senior stakeholders.

• Lead on budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.

• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and internal controls.

• Business partner with operational teams to provide financial insight and support decision-making.

• Drive efficiencies and improvements in financial processes and systems.

• Manage and develop a small finance team.

Requirements:

• Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent

• Previous experience within the media, entertainment, or creative industries is highly desirable.

• Proven track record of operating at Finance Controller level.

• Strong technical accounting and reporting skills.
• Excellent leadership and direct management skills are essential

• Confident communicator with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.

• Must be immediately available or on a very short notice period.

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-known, dynamic media business during an exciting time of growth. You'll have the chance to make a real impact from day one, working with a talented team in a creative, collaborative environment.If you are a commercially minded, hands-on Finance Controller with media experience, and you are ready to start immediately, we'd love to hear from you.

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