Finance Manager

16 Hours ago • All levels • Finance

Job Summary

Job Description

Join Playstack, a company that champions originality and innovation in the video game industry, publishing breakout hits and critically acclaimed gems. As a Finance Manager, you will be responsible for producing timely and accurate financial reporting for a group of companies with international operations in the UK, USA, Sweden, and Poland. Your duties will include month-end reporting, revenue and cost accrual calculations, consolidation of financial statements, balance sheet reconciliations, intercompany account reconciliation, and cash flow planning. You will also prepare royalty reports, oversee accounts payable and receivable, manage bank reconciliations, process payments, and handle VAT returns. The role involves regular interaction with overseas finance providers and assisting the Finance Director with process improvements and ad hoc projects. Experience in the video games industry or a similar sector with advance/royalty structures is preferred.
Must have:
  • Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or finalist
  • Experience in a fast-growth business
  • Experience with professionals at all levels
  • Team player with strong interpersonal skills
  • Proactive and hands-on with excellent attention to detail
  • Ability to meet tight deadlines
  • Advanced Excel skills
  • Flexible work approach
  • Experience with multiple entities and currencies
Good to have:
  • Familiarity with Xero accounting software
  • Experience in the video games industry or adjacent industry
Perks:
  • Hybrid working pattern (2 office days per week)
  • Company-matched pension contributions up to 5%
  • Discretionary annual bonus
  • Medical insurance (including dental, hearing, optical)
  • Employee Assistance Program for wellbeing
  • Staff discounts platform
  • Social events (online and in-person)
  • Cycle scheme
  • Fully stocked London office
  • 22 days holiday plus 3 days end-of-year studio closure

Job Details

Join Playstack, where indie games break through

At Playstack, we believe in the power of creative vision—and the people behind it. From breakout hits likeBalatro, Abiotic Factor, and Mortal Shell, to critically acclaimed gems like The Case of the Golden Idol, we champion originality and innovation in every title we publish. With several major releases coming in the next 12 months, there’s never been a better time to join our journey.

About The Role

The primary purpose of the Finance Manager role is to produce timely and accurate reporting for the group of companies as well as supporting the Finance Director with the day to day operations of the Finance Function. With operations based in the UK, USA, Sweden and Poland, there is international exposure along with working within the exciting Video Game industry and partners like PlayStation, Xbox and Netflix.

Responsibilities of the role

  • Ensure prompt and accurate month end reporting within the timelines determined by the parent company of the Group.
  • Calculation and review of month end revenue and cost accruals, prepayments and other month end journals.
  • Preparation of month end consolidation model incorporating multiple UK and overseas entities.
  • Liaison with overseas entities to ensure timely completion of month end accounts within the company’s reporting timetable.
  • Preparation of balance sheet reconciliations at month end, ensuring all unreconciled items are resolved and accounted for correctly.
  • Monthly reconciliation of intercompany accounts.
  • Assist the Finance Director with weekly and monthly cashflow planning.
  • Preparation of monthly and quarterly royalty reports for third party game developers.
  • Assist the Finance Director with ad hoc project work.
  • Oversee Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable including the processing of sales and purchase invoices, creation of purchase orders as well as responding to vendor and customer queries.
  • Ensure that bank reconciliations are up to date and fully reconciled including credit card accounts.
  • Preparation of weekly payment runs and monthly salary payments.
  • Regular interaction with finance providers from the overseas companies (USA, Sweden, Poland, Finland).
  • Quarterly VAT returns for multiple companies.
  • Assist the FD with the implementation of more rigorous and efficient processes and controls.
  • Regular review of costs by department to ensure that spend is tracking in line with budgets and forecasts.
  • Preparation of month end reports and analysis for Department Heads.
  • Assist with the annual audit for all companies.

Candidate requirements

  • Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA) or finalist.
  • Experience working within a fast growth business environment.
  • Experience working with professionals of all levels.
  • Team player with strong interpersonal skills.
  • Proactive and hands on with excellent attention to detail.
  • Ability to meet tight deadlines.
  • Advanced Excel skills.
  • Flexible – every day is different.
  • Ideally familiar with Xero accounting software.
  • Experience of working with multiple entities and currencies.
  • Experienced in the video games industry or adjacent industry with advance/royalty structure preferable.

What we offer

  • Hybrid working pattern (2 office days per week)
  • Company-matched pension contributions up to 5%
  • Discretionary annual bonus
  • Medical insurance including dental, hearing, and optical care
  • Employee Assistance Program focused on holistic wellbeing
  • Staff discounts platform
  • Social events (both online and in person)
  • Cycle scheme
  • Fully stocked London office
  • 22 days holiday (pro rata, excluding bank holidays) + 3 days end-of-year studio closure

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging (DEIB)

Playstack is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a workplace where everyone thrives. We celebrate diversity and provide equal opportunities regardless of race, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or background. Reasonable accommodations are available during the application and interview process—please let us know how we can support you.

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About The Company

Playstack boasts a diverse team of individuals from around the globe. We take immense pride in our work and make every day count. We strive to find innovative solutions and all contribute to a positive work culture that keeps energy flowing. If you are interested in becoming part of the Playstack team, please see below for our current vacancies.

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