Senior Management Accountant

Job Description

Who we are:

AMC Networks International (AMCNI), the global division of AMC Networks, delivers entertaining and acclaimed programming that reaches subscribers in more than 130 countries and territories. AMCNI consists of global brands, AMC and SundanceTV, as well as popular, locally recognized channels in various programming genres. We value diversity and inclusion because we know that people from different backgrounds with different points of view, working together, is essential to our continued success. Join us as we look to further our future as the place where the world’s best stories are told.

The Role:

This is a fixed term contract for one year to cover Maternity.

You will support the Senior Finance Manager in developing the current financial reporting for the portfolio of channels, and assisting with budgeting and forecasting within the management accounting department. You will ensure strong internal control environment identifying weaknesses in current controls and recommending and assisting implementation of new and improved controls.

You will be responsible for the timely and accurate reporting of monthly management accounts

Our offering:

This role is based in the UK and working from our offices in Soho (2 days per week) and remotely from home for 3 days. We offer a supportive work environment, private medical & dental insurance, 25 days holiday and a generous pension scheme. Our offices have an on-site gym, free snacks and a great location in the centre of London.

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

• Ensure timely and accurate monthly and quarterly reporting to AMC Corporate on the Group P&L and Balance Sheet (selected Revenue / Direct Cost / Overhead line items). Commentary on key variances and KPIs, interaction with operational Department heads as required. Management reporting to JV Partners.
• Review/reconciliation of selected Balance sheet accounts
• Support the production of well vetted budgeting, forecasting and business planning for the portfolio of channels
• Supporting the UK Group and statutory audit and reporting, assist with preparation of data for the auditors and liaison thereafter
• Find opportunities to partner with the business and meet with client areas monthly to review reports, providing analysis where necessary
• Support development of current internal processes and controls to improve efficiencies and ensure compliance with corporate governance
• Ad hoc analysis for the Senior Finance Manager/Financial Controller/VP, Finance as requested

Key Competencies Required:

• Part Qualified accountant ACA /AMCA / ACCA
• Proactive with hands-on approach to ensure deadlines are met
• Strong Excel data analysis skills.
• Knowledge of Oracle, Essbase and FCCC preferable
• FP&A experience helpful
• MA experience