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TV, Film, Music & Entertainment Recruitment Expert | Managing Director & Founder at Sauce Recruitment

Senior Finance Manager | Media & Sport | Commercial Focus

A rare opportunity to join one of the most recognisable names in media and sport.

You’ll work closely with senior commercial and operational teams, partnering on some of the biggest events and clients in the UK.

This role sits at the heart of commercial finance — blending accounting rigour with real business influence. You’ll take ownership of forecasting, month-end, and analysis across multiple revenue streams and high-volume contracts, turning data into decisions.

What you’ll do

• Partner with Commercial and Operations to deliver accurate month-end, forecasting and analysis
• Build and challenge budgets, forecasts and business cases (ROI, IRR, payback)
• Produce insightful variance analysis and commentary for senior stakeholders
• Support RFPs and new deals to ensure cost coverage and profitability
• Liaise across finance and commercial to improve visibility, accuracy and reporting quality

What you’ll need

• Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) with 3+ years’ PQE
• Strong commercial mindset and Excel skills (pivots, Power Query, analysis)
• Experience managing high-volume or multi-project environments
• Confident communicator who can build credibility with senior non-finance teams
• Background in media, sport, marketing, or similar fast-paced industries

The offer

• Salary around £75,000 plus Bonus and healthy package
• Hybrid working (typically three days in office)
• Collaborative, informal culture with exposure to major live events
• Great visibility and impact across the commercial side of the business

If you’re a commercially focused qualified accountant who enjoys complexity, collaboration and variety, this is a brilliant next step.

Apply or message me directly for a confidential chat.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Business Development, Accounting/Auditing, and Finance

Industries

• Broadcast Media Production and Distribution, Spectator Sports, and Entertainment Providers

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