Finance Analyst, Big Talk Studios - Perm
The Role
The team
Big Talk Studios is one of the world’s leading scripted television production companies. It has an unparalleled reputation for producing genre-defining British comedy and tonally distinctive, character-driven international drama. Across 2024 and 2025, Big Talk cemented that reputation with an output of stellar programming culminating in nominations for Best Independent Production Company at the 2025 Broadcast Awards and Production Company of the Year at Edinburgh TV Awards 2025.
The role
We are looking for a Finance Analyst to join us. You’ll play a key role in keeping our finances accurate, organised and up to date. Working in a fast-paced production environment, you’ll support reporting, controls and day-to-day finance activity; helping the team stay on track and make informed decisions.
You’ll work closely with finance colleagues and teams across the business, building strong relationships and making sure everything runs smoothly behind the scenes.
Skills you’ll need (minimum criteria)
- Relevant finance qualification or study
Degree in Accounting/Finance, AAT qualified or currently studying ACA/ACCA/CIMA (or equivalent experience) - Finance experience
Experience in a Finance Analyst, Assistant Accountant or similar role, with exposure to transactional finance and/or month-end processes. - Core accounting tasks
Experience of accounting tasks including but not limited to: bank reconciliations; accounts payable; accounts receivable; journal postings; balance sheet reconciliations - Systems
Experience using accounting software (eg Sage or similar) and Excel - Organisation and accuracy
Evidence of managing multiple tasks with strong attention to details (eg meeting deadlines, handling high volumes of data or transactions accurately).
Other things we’re looking for (key criteria)
- Experience in media, TV production or a similar fast-paced industry
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
- A proactive approach with a demonstrable ability to spot issues and suggest improvements
- A team player who can also work independently and stay focused on prioritising / delivering
- Confidence working in a deadline-driven, changing environment
Please note, on occasion we may receive a very large volume of applications which means applications for a role may close earlier than the referenced closing date. We’d encourage you to apply as soon as possible if interested.
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- Competitive pension contribution
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- Wellbeing and volunteering days plus a wide range of opportunities to help you live a balanced and healthy life
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