Finance Manager (Mat Leave Cover) Full Time NEW

We are a leading entertainment creative agency serving the world’s top fandoms and franchises on the frontlines of social. We work in partnership with studios, streamers and IP holders to give these fandoms a voice on social, and turn marketing channels into vibrant homes for entertainment, with highly engaged communities. We are a globally remote, highly ambitious team, who bring their passion to work every day.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a Finance Manager to join our team for a 12 month maternity leave cover to manage our day-to-day finance operations. Reporting to the COO, this role will be responsible for financial accounting, management reporting, commercial support, and compliance for our UK and US entities. It’s a highly visible, hands-on position suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced, agency environment and is looking for rounded exposure to all aspects of the finance function in a growing global business.

This is a fully remote role within the U.K.

What You’ll Do

• Financial & Management Reporting – support the COO in delivering complete, accurate and timely financial and management information, including:
• Month-end: Own the accruals-based month-end and year-end close processes including full reconciliations of balance sheet, P&L, bank statements and posting journals across UK and US accounting systems. Prepare management accounts, cash flow forecasts, and consolidated reporting for group review
• Year-end: Ensure compliance with UK GAAP/IFRS and statutory filing requirements including management of annual statutory audit processes
• Compliance: Coordinate external audits, tax filings, and other regulatory submissions including VAT returns, payroll reporting and annual year end filing
• External advisors: Manage relationships with local accountants, auditors, and advisors as required
• Operational Finance – oversee and manage our Finance Administrator and deliver all aspects of day-to-day operational finance, including:
• Bookkeeping: Ensuring all transactions are accounted for accurately and in line with our accounting policies
• Accounts Receivable: Ensuring invoices are raised and submitted to clients in accordance with contracts, and are paid in a timely manner
• Accounts Payable: Ensuring supplier invoices are processed, approved, and paid in line with company policy
• Payroll: Administering payroll for UK and US employees alongside the HR Manager, including coordination with external payroll providers and reconciliation of related accounts
• Expenses: Overseeing employee expense claims and reimbursements, as well as the use of company credit cards, ensuring policy compliance and correct coding of transactions
• Cashflow: Continuous monitoring of scheduled payments, cash balances and currencies
• Controls: Maintain and operate strong internal controls and support the development of scalable finance processes
• Systems: Manage the administration of our ERP systems and scheduled reports
• Commercial Finance & Business Partnering – support the wider business in delivering exceptional commercial results, including:
• Commercial Management: Support Account Management and Production teams to manage pipeline, booked revenue, estimated budgets, and work-in-progress
• Financial Planning: Collaborate with leadership on pricing, budgets, forecasts, and performance tracking, and ad-hoc reporting as required
• Insights: Provide commercial insights and recommendations to drive profitability and efficiency

About You (Who You Are)

• ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualified with 3+ years’ experience in accounting or finance
• Strong understanding of UK accounting standards, tax, and compliance requirements
• Experience with Small to Medium sized business accounting software, project management systems, and strong spreadsheet skills
• Analytical thinker with attention to detail and a continuous improvement mindset
• Comfortable working across time zones and collaborating with USA stakeholders.

What We Offer

• A dynamic and creative environment with an emphasis on company culture
• The opportunity to work with top entertainment brands and franchises
• A flexible, remote-first work culture
• Competitive salary and benefits package

Think Jam is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. We actively encourage people from all walks of life, including those from historically marginalized groups and non-traditional backgrounds to apply.

We strive to create a great environment and an opportunity to work with an excellent team of people.

Benefits

• 28 days holiday per year
• Plus bank holidays, time off for birthdays, cultural/religious holidays, and charity work
• Bupa Health Plan
• Competitive parental leave package

Compensation: £50,000 Per Year