Looking for an FP&A Manager to join a high-profile media brand undergoing significant growth and preparing for a major strategic transaction. This is a rare opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional to work closely with the senior leadership team, providing critical insights to shape the company’s strategy for 2026 and beyond. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in dynamic, media-centric environments, enjoys being involved in big decisions, and wants real influence over long-term planning.
This role is paying £350-400 a day OUTSDIE IR35.
This is a 6 months contract with an early January start and has potential for extension.
Key Responsibilities:
*Own and develop the 5-year financial forecasting model, including scenario planning
*Lead the annual budgeting cycle, partnering with commercial and operational teams
*Deliver high-quality financial analysis to support decision-making and strategic initiatives
*Track revenue performance, pipeline activity, and key KPIs across the business
*Provide proactive commercial finance support to teams across editorial, digital, product and sales
*Support limited month-end close activities, primarily focused on revenue accuracy
*Prepare clear, insightful management reporting packs for the CEO and senior leadership
*Work closely with senior stakeholders, contributing to strategy development for 2026
*Support analysis and preparation for a major upcoming strategic transaction
*Identify growth opportunities—including digital, subscription, and SaaS-aligned areas—and provide commercial recommendations
Skills & Experience Required
*Qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA with hands on commercial FP&A experience, either in industry or advisory
*Advanced Excel skills and experience owning / building multi-year forecasting models
*Experience in media is essential
*SaaS exposure or comfort with subscription-based models is highly beneficial
*Exceptional communication skills and the confidence to partner with – and challenge – senior management