We are seeking a
Financial Controller to oversee financial management across our three Cinesite London entities (VFX, Animation and Immersive) and Trixter (VFX). In this role you will drive the achievement of financial targets while ensuring robust, compliant financial reporting across these distinct business units.
You will oversee day-to-day financial management across these entities, taking full ownership of core accounting, monthly reporting and compliance. You will also be responsible for the budgeting and forecasting of company overheads such as CAPEX, payroll and equipment spend.
REQUIREMENTS- Qualified Accountant (ACCA / CIMA / ACA).
- Business fluent in German and reasonably proficient in English.
- Ability to communicate simply and effectively with non-finance management.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Strong collaborative skills and ability to support junior team members.
- Advanced use of Excel.
- VFX/Film Production experience an advantage.
- Knowledge of SAP by Design an advantage.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:FINANCIAL REPORTING- Preparation of the monthly management accounts and reporting packs for the London and Trixter entities.
- Variance analysis on overhead spend vs budget.
- Coordinate all monthly reporting schedules as required by management.
- Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards (e.g., IFRS) and reporting deadlines.
BUDGETING & FORECASTING- Working with the Commercial Finance team in developing and managing the Cinesite London and Trixter budgets and forecasts.
- Monitoring of notable overheads such as CAPEX, payroll and equipment.
- Partnering with non-production heads (IT / HR / Facilities) to keep support costs within budgeted boundaries.
STATUTORY, AUDIT AND TAX COMPLIANCE- Full responsibility for the audit process in London and Trixter.
- Preparation of annual statutory accounts.
- Primary point of contact with company auditors and dealing with their queries.
- Collaborating with production teams to aggregate the overall financial data required for corporate Film, Animation, and R&D tax credit applications.
- Preparing accurate data, schedules, and draft files for quarterly localized tax returns (such as UK VAT or German VAT/sales tax equivalents).
PAYROLL AND ACCOUNTS PAYABLE- These will primarily be covered by the European Payroll & AP accountant; however you will be required to support and oversee as follows:
- Oversee payroll processing and ensure timely payment across London and Trixter.
- Oversee regular payroll filings across London and Trixter.
- Oversee Accurate & timely payment of all Payables across London and Trixter.
GENERAL- Aim to find process efficiencies, standardisation of workflows and utilise automation tools or AI where possible.
- Ensure efficient administration of affairs.
- Deal with general queries and enquiries as necessary.
- Providing financial support on ad-hoc corporate projects, software transitions etc.