Finance Manager

Third Kind Games Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading gaming studio in the United Kingdom is looking for an experienced Finance Manager who will support studio leadership by conducting financial analysis and reporting, ensuring compliance with regulations, and providing insights for decision-making. The ideal candidate should have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, a relevant degree, and proficiency in finance operations. This role offers an engaging environment that values detail-oriented professionals committed to improving financial processes.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in Finance or FP&A.
• Working knowledge of UK tax regulations and accounting principles.
• Experience in managing finance operations, bookkeeping, and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with external providers on payroll and accounting matters.
• Manage day-to-day finance operations, ensuring compliance.
• Support financial forecasting and budgeting activities.

Skills

Financial analysis

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's or master's degree in accounting or finance

Accounting qualification (ACCA/CIMA/ACA or equivalent)

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics Finance & Operations

Excel

Power Query

Power Automate

Job description

As a Finance Manager, you will play a key role in supporting the Studio Leadership with financial analysis and reporting, providing insights that support decision-making and helping the organisation achieve its goals. You will be the main point of contact for external accountants, payroll provider and tax advisors.

You will thrive in a fast-paced environment, be detail-oriented, and demonstrate strong modelling and problem-solving skills.

Key Responsibilities

Accounting & Compliance

• Coordinate with external providers on payroll, accounting, and tax compliance matters.
• Manage day-to-day finance operations, including bookkeeping, AP processing and vendor payments.
• Manage administrative finance requirements such as VAT filing and VGTR tracking etc.
• Ensure compliance with local financial regulations and internal policies.
• Support month-end closing activities and statutory reporting in collaboration with external accountants.
• Prepare and review monthly forecasts, annual budgets, and scenario modelling.
• Analyse revenue recognition, projects P&L, and key performance indicators.
• Provide financial insights and actionable recommendations to support decision-making.

Process Improvement

• Continuously identify opportunities to enhance finance processes, improving efficiency and accuracy.
• Participate in group-level initiatives to strengthen workflows, automation, and the adoption of AI-driven tools.

Required Skills and Experience

• Bachelor's or master's degree in accounting or finance / Accounting qualification (ACCA/CIMA/ACA or equivalent).
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in Finance or FP&A; experience in Audit or Transaction Services is highly valued.
• Working knowledge of accounting principles, financial controlling, and UK tax regulations.
• Proficiency in Excel modelling; experience with Power Query or Power Automate is an advantage.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment.
• Highly analytical, meticulous, and able to meet deadlines.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics Finance & Operations.
• Experience in an international finance function.
• Strong Management Accountant looking to step up to a Finance Manager role.
• Gaming experience is nice to have but not essential for this role.

If you think this is the role for you please send us your CV and an introductory email, which helps us to get to know you better. We aim to respond to your application within 2 working days.

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