Finance Manager

‘Studio B’ are looking for our first Finance Manager to join the team in London on a full-time or part-time basis! 🔥🚀

We’re a fast-moving, fast-growing creative production company with an audience of 21 million+ followers and we create new exciting content every week. 

As our first Finance Manager, you will take charge of setting up and managing the financial processes at Studio B. You will work closely with the leadership team to provide financial insights, ensure accurate accounting, and drive financial planning and growth. This is a hands-on role for a proactive individual who thrives in a start-up environment.

What You’ll Do:

Financial Strategy and Planning

• Develop and implement financial strategies to support business growth.

• Work with leadership to create annual budgets and forecasts.

• Provide financial insights and recommendations to the CEO and leadership team.

Accounting and Reporting

• Oversee all financial transactions using Xero.

• Prepare and present monthly management accounts, cash flow statements, and financial reports.

• Ensure compliance with UK accounting standards and tax regulations.

Process and Systems Development

• Design and implement robust financial systems and controls.

• Use Monday.com to manage workflows and integrate financial reporting into project management.

• Streamline invoicing, payroll, and expense management.

Audit and Compliance

• Manage year-end audits and liaise with external auditors.

• Ensure timely submission of VAT, PAYE, and other statutory filings.

Team Collaboration

• Work closely with the sales, operations, and production teams to align financial planning with business goals.

• Support hiring and onboarding processes for future finance team members.

Who You Are:

• A strategic thinker with a hands-on approach.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A start-up enthusiast, who enjoys the variety and pace on working in a start-up environment 

Requirements:

• Experience: Proven experience as a Finance Manager or Senior Accountant preferably in the creative, media, arts, or advertising industries and 
• Systems: Familiarity with Xero (essential) and Monday.com (preferred) experience.
• Education: Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, ACA, or CIMA).
• Technical Skills: Strong understanding of financial planning, reporting, and compliance with proficiency in Excel and financial modelling.

Perks:

• Fun Environment: Work in a lively office with a team that’s as passionate about fun as they are about work.
• Growth Opportunities: Learn from the best and grow your skills in a supportive environment.
• Awesome Projects: Work on exciting projects with top-tier brands and see your work shine on big platforms.

We are riding high from reaching 15 billion views and we have lots of exciting projects in the pipeline, so if the description above sounds like you, we’d love to talk… ✨🎬

Apply Now and Let’s Make Magic Together!