Company Description:
FIFTH SEASON is a recently formed global entertainment company and is already a multi-award winning creator / producer / distributor of feature films and premium television series, including the 14 Emmy nominated Severance, Roar, See and Truth Be Told on Apple TV+, Wolf Like Me for Peacock, Life & Beth, Nine Perfect Strangers and Emmy nominated McCartney 3,2,1 for Hulu, and Tokyo Vice for HBO Max.
FIFTH SEASON is also a trusted partner and handles global distribution for dozens of hit series, including Killing Eve, The Morning Show, Normal People and The Night Manager. Our aim is to deliver the best-in-class expertise of a big studio with a bold entrepreneurial spirit and a passion of a start-up.
Role We are looking for a FP&A Manager to join us on a 12-15 month FTC to cover maternity leave in our London based finance team. Reporting into the VP Finance, and working closely with the LA-based HQ Finance team, the position will lead across all FP&A matters for the global TV sales team.
Annual Budget / Forecasts Updates:
- Prepare / manage / deliver annual budget / forecasts / long range plans
- Providing executive communication, storytelling, dashboards and presentations
- Understanding changes / movements with variance analysis, bridges and walks
- Underlining secured business, identifying opportunities to close gaps and minimising business exposure to risk
Title Ultimates:
- Run and maintain ultimates (10 year sales projections) preparation with quarterly updates based on latest deal structures and underlying agreements,
- Detailed reporting against actuals and original projections
Monthly Revenue Recognition:
- Support revenue team with monthly actuals oversight
- Detailed reporting against actuals and original projections
- Managing deal Hit List to ensure delivery inline with expectations
Reporting to London SMT & LA HQ:
- Co-ordinate and prepare monthly performance analysis against budget and recent reforecast
- Detailed reporting of lifetime sales against ultimates
- Ad-hoc financial and operating reports and analysis
Adhoc:
- Provide deal terms validation in new rights system (Rights Line)
- Liaising with AR team to ensure prompt receivables with support on billing terms, withholding tax minimisation and other ad-hoc support,
- Drive improvements to and automation of management reporting & systems
- Liaising with Technical Accounting, Business & Legal Affairs, Sales & Marketing teams
- Proactively drive ideas for improved operations, analysis, cost savings and other efficiencies by presenting analysis to management and actively collaborating with key stakeholders
- Delivery of regular and ad-hoc financial analysis / management requests
Essential Requirements / Skills:
- Qualified Accountant: ACA / CIMA / ACCA or equivalent
- Advanced proficiency with Excel and financial modelling
- Ability to work in a large matrix organization with a resilient start-up can do mentality
- Excellent attention to detail
- Relevant experience working in a Media/Entertainment business
- Strong analytical skills, including the ability to interpret financial and research data
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Ability to multi-task projects and stakeholders across the company
- Excellent interpersonal skills (when to deploy tact, diplomacy and discretion)
- Ability to organize workload to fit to a dynamic and fast-paced timeframe
- Experienced with SAP/BPC
Advantageous Skills:
- Previous experience in a sales or distribution environment and Ultimate Accounting
- Experience of Rights Management Systems such as Rights Line
- Experience in working in a multi-national company
- Interest in content, understanding of the ecosystem and the changing landscape of distribution
Working Conditions:
- This is a fixed term contract (13-15 months) role and will be based at Marylebone, London
- Hybrid working available (min 3 days in office)
FIFTH SEASON is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.
FIFTH SEASON
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A television and media production company is seeking freelance production professionals to join its expanding talent pool. The company is currently looking for experienced and aspiring Runners, Production Assistants (PAs), and Researchers for future production opportunities.
This is an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in television, media production, and content creation who are looking to build relationships with an established production team and be considered for upcoming projects.
Job Responsibilities
Runner
- Support production teams with daily logistical tasks.
- Assist with transportation, errands, and general production needs.
- Help maintain efficient on-set operations.
Production Assistant (PA)
- Assist with production coordination and crew support.
- Help manage schedules, equipment, and production logistics.
- Provide administrative and operational support during productions.
Researcher
- Conduct research for television and media projects.
- Gather background information, contacts, and supporting materials.
- Assist development and production teams with content research.
Requirements
- Interest or experience in television, film, or media production.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Professional attitude and attention to detail.
- Relevant experience for the applied position is preferred.
- Must submit a CV and brief cover note for consideration.
Compensation Details
- Freelance opportunities.
- Compensation will vary by project and role.
- Details provided to selected candidates for future assignments.