Group Head of Finance - Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom - Mediaworks

Mediaworks

Verified Company

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

1 week ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Full-time
Finance
Newcastle
Mediaworks owes its exponential growth to the talented and dedicated individuals who are the driving force behind its success.
Things move quickly in the digital world.

Staying ahead and being your best means working with people who are as passionate as you are and understanding there's always more to learn.

We have analytical minds, creative flair and aren't afraid to roll up our sleeves. Our people work in a supportive environment where they can play to their strengths and discover new talents too.

We're looking for a highly skilled and experienced Group Head of Finance to play a pivotal role in Mediaworks, overseeing and further enhancing the agency's financial management and reporting whilst partnering with senior stakeholders and leading and developing a small, talented finance team.

The role

You'll be responsible for:

Managing financial operations, including oversight of payroll & pension, the effective operation of sales & purchase ledgers and cash flow management.

Management of the annual statutory audit and tax compliance process.

Developing and implementing appropriate financial strategies & recommendations, agreeing financial goals in collaboration with senior leaders.

Preparing accurate and timely group financial reports.

Conducting detailed financial analysis to identify trends and opportunities, presenting insightful reports to senior leaders and other key stakeholders.

Leading the annual budgeting process and ensuring regional & service line budgets are aligned with strategic objectives.

Creating and monitoring budget performance with actionable variance analysis, and financial forecasts that support long-term planning and resource allocation.

Monitoring and improving internal controls for effective risk mitigation, whilst identifying opportunities for streamlining financial operations.

improved automation and financial process efficiency.

Leading and managing the Finance team, providing guidance, mentorship, and performance feedback, while fostering a positive and collaborative team culture that encourages growth and professional development.

When you join our crew you get a platform to shine...

and a competitive salary and bonus scheme, 33 days annual leave with the option to buy more (including public holidays), your birthday off, social activities and office events including our much loved monthly breakfast buffets, as well as a range of wellbeing options, a personal development plan, and more.

The person

Ideally you'll have:

A degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.

A professional certification (e.g. ACA, CIMA, ACCA).

Proven experience (typically 5+ years) in financial management and leadership roles, preferably within the digital marketing industry or other service-based sector.

A strong understanding of financial principles, accounting standards, and tax regulations.

Demonstrable ability to provide strategic financial insights and influence decision-making at senior levels.

Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills with a track record of financial analysis and forecasting.

Exceptional communication and presentation skills, capable of conveying complex financial concepts to non-financial stakeholders.

Proficiency in financial software (e.g. Microsoft Dynamics and Business Central) and advanced MS Excel skills.

Demonstrable leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a high-performing finance team.

And fantastic if you also have;
A preference to work in dynamic and agile environments

A desire to further progress your financial and leadership career

A flexible and adaptable approach to work

A great attitude and willingness to support colleagues and contribute to a positive team spirit

A passion to train others and share skills to enhance commercial and financial literacy across an organisation