Management Accountant (6 month FTC) | Award Winning Creative Media Scale Up | London / Hybrid

  • Full Time
  • United Kingdom
  • 45K-50K GBP / Year

Harmonic Finance™ | Certified B Corp

Management Accountant (6-Month FTC) – Award Winning Creative Media Scale-Up

Harmonic Finance™ – Certified B Corp, London / Hybrid, United Kingdom

Introductory Summary

Harmonic Finance™ is recruiting for an ambitious Management Accountant to join a creative media scale-up in London on a 6-month fixed-term contract. With a salary between £45,000 – £50,000, this is a hybrid position offering the opportunity to contribute to a growing business while developing your financial expertise in a fast-paced and creative environment.

About the Company

Harmonic Finance™ is a specialist recruitment consultancy and a proud Certified B Corporation, recognised for its commitment to ethical business practices, sustainability, and social impact. Based in London, Harmonic has built a reputation for connecting high-growth start-ups, scale-ups, and creative industries with top-tier finance and operations talent.

The client for this role is an award-winning creative media scale-up known for delivering innovative projects across digital content, media production, and brand storytelling. They are at the forefront of creative innovation, blending artistry with cutting-edge technology. With a collaborative culture and rapid growth trajectory, the business is looking for finance professionals who want to play a pivotal role in shaping its financial strategy.

The Role & Responsibilities

The Management Accountant will be responsible for supporting the finance function during a period of growth and transformation. Working closely with senior stakeholders, you will provide accurate reporting, manage month-end processes, and ensure financial data drives decision-making.

Core Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Analysis

  • Prepare monthly management accounts, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

  • Deliver insightful financial analysis to support strategic and operational decision-making.

Month-End & Reconciliation

  • Lead on month-end close, including journal postings, accruals, and prepayments.

  • Reconcile balance sheet accounts to ensure integrity of financial data.

Budgeting & Forecasting

  • Assist in the preparation of budgets and reforecasts, working closely with department heads.

  • Track performance against budgets and highlight variances with recommendations.

Business Partnering

  • Collaborate with non-finance teams to provide clear financial insight.

  • Support project managers and creatives with cost tracking and profitability analysis.

Compliance & Process Improvement

  • Ensure compliance with statutory regulations and internal controls.

  • Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve efficiency within the finance function.

Qualifications & Experience

The successful candidate will be a proactive finance professional with strong technical skills and a commercial mindset.

  • Education: Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related subject.

  • Professional Qualification: Part-qualified or newly qualified ACCA, ACA, or CIMA.

  • Experience: At least 3 years’ experience in management accounting, ideally in a creative, media, or scale-up environment.

  • Technical Skills: Proficiency in accounting software (Xero preferred) and strong Excel skills.

  • Analytical Skills: Ability to translate financial data into actionable insights.

  • Soft Skills: Strong communication, adaptability, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced setting.

Duties and Benefits

Key Duties

  • Produce and present monthly management accounts.

  • Manage reconciliations, accruals, and prepayments.

  • Support budgeting, reforecasting, and variance analysis.

  • Partner with creative and operational teams to improve financial awareness.

  • Assist in driving process improvements across finance.

Benefits

  • Salary: £45,000 – £50,000 per annum.

  • Contract: 6-month fixed-term contract.

  • Hybrid Working: Flexibility to work part of the week from home and part from the London office.

  • Culture: Join a certified B Corp and award-winning media business with a progressive and inclusive ethos.

  • Career Development: Exposure to a high-growth scale-up environment, providing valuable experience in creative industries.

What We’re Looking For

We are seeking an individual who is not only technically skilled but also enjoys working in a collaborative and creative culture.

  • Commercially Aware: Understands how finance supports creative and commercial objectives.

  • Detail-Oriented: Ensures accuracy in reporting and reconciliations.

  • Communicative: Able to explain complex financial concepts to non-finance colleagues.

  • Proactive & Adaptable: Thrives in scale-up environments where priorities evolve quickly.

  • Team Player: Works collaboratively across departments and builds strong relationships.

Why Join Us?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a creative media scale-up during a period of rapid growth and innovation. As a Management Accountant at Harmonic Finance’s client, you will gain exposure to a vibrant and dynamic industry while working in a business that values sustainability, inclusivity, and collaboration.

With a competitive salary, hybrid working model, and the chance to make a real impact in a growing organisation, this role is perfect for finance professionals who want to combine their technical skills with a passion for creativity and innovation.

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Publishing Date:21th August 2025

Job ID:DL21825010

Published :Dilani Lakmali

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