About JWE Media
JWE Media is a fast-growing independent media planning and buying agency operating across TV, Radio, Digital, Out of Home, Press and Magazines throughout the UK and EMEA.
We work with ambitious brands across a wide range of sectors, managing significant advertising budgets and delivering strategic media planning and buying solutions across multiple channels.
As part of our continued growth, we are seeking an experienced Finance & Accounts Manager to take ownership of the agency's finance function and support the business through its next phase of expansion.
The Role
This is a senior, hands-on position responsible for managing all aspects of the company's financial operations.
You will oversee client invoicing, supplier payments, reconciliations, cash flow management, credit control, financial reporting and day-to-day accounting activities. The successful candidate will work closely with the Directors and play a key role in maintaining strong financial controls across the business.
Previous experience managing the accounts function for a business with annual turnover exceeding £15 million is essential.
Previous hands-on experience using both NatWest Bankline and FreeAgent is also essential.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Management
- Manage the day-to-day finance function across the business
- Maintain accurate accounting records and financial reporting
- Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports for Directors
- Monitor cash flow and provide regular forecasting and reporting
- Complete bank and account reconciliations
- Assist with budgeting and financial planning
- Support VAT submissions and year-end accounting processes
Client Billing & Credit Control
- Manage all client invoicing and billing processes
- Ensure invoices are raised accurately and on time
- Monitor debtor balances and outstanding payments
- Chase overdue invoices and maintain strong collection performance
- Resolve client billing queries efficiently
Supplier & Media Owner Payments
- Process and manage supplier and media owner invoices
- Manage weekly and monthly payment runs
- Ensure suppliers are paid accurately and within agreed payment terms
- Manage payment approvals and transactions through NatWest Bankline
- Resolve invoice discrepancies and supplier queries
Banking & Cash Flow
- Manage day-to-day banking activities using NatWest Bankline
- Monitor cash positions and provide regular reporting
- Support Directors with cash flow forecasting
- Ensure sufficient liquidity is maintained across the business
Systems & Controls
- Manage and maintain accounting records within FreeAgent
- Ensure financial processes and controls are adhered to
- Improve and streamline finance procedures where appropriate
- Maintain accurate financial documentation and records
Payroll & Administration
- Liaise with payroll providers to ensure accurate monthly payroll processing
- Support pension administration and statutory reporting requirements
- Assist with financial reporting and ad-hoc requests from Directors
RequirementsEssential
- Minimum 5 years' experience in a Finance Manager, Accounts Manager or similar role
- Experience managing the accounts function for a business with annual turnover exceeding £20 million
- Experience working within a company employing 20+ staff
- Proven experience using NatWest Bankline
- Proven experience using FreeAgent accounting software
- Strong knowledge of management accounts, reconciliations, cash flow forecasting and financial controls
- Experience managing credit control and debtor collections
- Excellent attention to detail
- Strong Excel skills
- Ability to work independently and take ownership of the finance function
Desirable
- Experience within a media agency, advertising agency, marketing agency or similar environment
- AAT, ACCA, ACA, CIMA or equivalent qualification
- Experience managing high-volume supplier payments and client billing
Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Opportunity to join a fast-growing independent agency
- Direct exposure to senior leadership and decision-making
- Modern Canary Wharf office environment
- Long-term career progression opportunities
Pay: £50,000.00-£60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Gym membership
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site gym
Application question(s):
- How many years' experience do you have managing a finance or accounts function?
- Are you happy to work in Canary Wharf 5 days a week?
Experience:
- Accounting: 5 years (required)
Work Location: In person
