Haymarket Media Group
Director of UK Management Accounts
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Director of Management Accounts (DMA) – UK
Overview
Role Overview
The Director of Management Accounts (DMA) is a high-impact leadership role within our UK business. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the DMA serves as the strategic interface between the UK business divisions and the Management Accounts team. You will hold a seat on all UK Divisional Boards and will be directly accountable to each UK Board team for financial performance and insights.
Leadership & Strategy
- Team Management: Provide direct line management for the UK management accounts team, overseeing roles across all UK divisions.
- Service Excellence: Ensure the team delivers outstanding service through accurate and timely:
- Weekly estimates
- Monthly accounts
- Forecasts and annual budgets
- Operational Influence: Act as a change agent, challenging the status quo through proactive problem-solving approaches.
Responsibilities
Core Responsibilities
Financial Reporting & Analysis
- Collaborate with Finance Teams: Work closely with the Director, Finance Reporting & Systems to develop new and evolving reports aligned with business needs.
- Financial Commentary: Provide monthly financial management information and commentary for leadership and the Board.
- Variance & Budget Analysis: Prepare commercially-sound variance analysis and ad-hoc budgetary reports at:
- Division level
- Market level
- Brand level
- Work-Order level
- Data Integrity: Verify the integrity of management accounting information and ensure:
- Consistent usage of the chart of accounts
- Correct hierarchy of Market/Division/Brand across the business
Planning & Control
- Budget & Forecast Management: Manage, consolidate, and advise on Budget and Forecast procedures, including long-term financial planning for the UK business.
- Strategic Controls: Assist the CFO in developing robust controls and processes to ensure:
- Uniformity of reporting
- Enhanced Key Performance Indicator (KPI) tracking
- Budget Meetings: Facilitate regular budget holder meetings with Managing Directors (MDs) and P&L owners to promote disciplined budgetary management.
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Strategic Support
- Business Insight: Identify key business opportunities and threats by critically engaging with operational dynamics.
- Special Projects: Produce financial data for special projects, including:
- Due diligence exercises
- CFO-led initiatives
Requirements
Person Specification
Qualifications
- Qualified Accountant with significant experience in producing financial information for senior management
Leadership
- Proven track record of:
- Leading and developing teams
- Motivating people
- Maintaining accountability and high standards
Communication
- Strong, confident interpersonal skills with the ability to:
- Clearly articulate key concerns
- Effectively raise control issues with the CFO
Technical Skills
- Advanced spreadsheet expertise
- Business system mastery
- High-level analytical accuracy and superior attention to detail
Organisation
- Exceptional planning and prioritisation skills to manage complex team workloads
Statement of Commitment
Haymarket is a Disability Confident employer. We offer guaranteed interviews to all disabled applicants who meet the proposed minimum criteria.
If you have a disability, please indicate this in your application to benefit from this initiative.
Benefits
Remuneration & Working Arrangements
- 25 days annual holiday (increasing by 1 day per year of service up to 30 days)
- Up to 3 weeks of 'Work from Anywhere' days annually, allowing flexibility to work from locations globally
- Flexible working hours with core working hours of 10 AM to 3 PM
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Career & Wellbeing Benefits
- Generous contributory pension scheme
- Health Cash Plans offering access to:
- Medical expenses coverage
- Dental care
- Optical services
- Additional healthcare benefits
Sustainability & Inclusion
Haymarket aligns its sustainability goals with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, embedding the principles of diversity, inclusion, respect, responsibility, and sustainability into its practice.
We prioritise work-life balance by offering inclusive benefits:
- Hybrid working model: Full-time employees are expected to work 3 days in-office and 2 days remotely, fostering creativity and collaboration
- Blended working days to promote flexibility
Inclusive Employer Statement
Haymarket is committed to equal opportunities and ensures fair, unbiased recruitment processes regardless of:
- Sex
- Sexual orientation
- Marital status
- Race
- Colour
- Nationality
- Ethnic/National origin
- Religion
- Age
- Disability
If you require reasonable accommodations for the recruitment process, please contact us directly at [recruitment@haymarket.com]yourmallemail.
Why Work With Us
Haymarket Media Group values its people and ambition. From paid content and subscription services to integrated advertising, we craft market-leading, branded experiences that empower informed decision-making.
Our mission extends into:
- Data and digital information solutions
- Live events
- Awards ceremonies
- Professional education initiatives
We envision an exciting and rewarding workplace for those passionate about shaping a better future through meaningful impactful content. Join us.
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