Associate - Production Finance

Overview

We are recruiting for an Associate – Production Finance within a global entertainment company for a contract until 31st December 2025. This role is hybrid working in their London office paying, £288.46 per day PAYE.
As an Associate – Production Finance, you will be an integral part of the Production Finance team, collaborating closely with production management, tax, visual effects, music, and third-party production companies. Your expertise will ensure financial compliance and contribute to the smooth execution of productions. You will be a key point of contact, managing financial aspects of productions, both partnered and self-managed.

What You’ll Do:

• Analyze and review production budgets and cost reports, ensuring accurate financial tracking throughout the project lifecycle.
• Communicate effectively with third-party production companies to identify and resolve financial variances and discrepancies.
• Collaborate with internal studio stakeholders to manage production processes and implement effective cost controls.
• Act as a liaison between production partners and internal teams, facilitating seamless financial workflows.
• Guide third-party production accounting teams in adapting to reporting requirements, ensuring smooth transitions and accurate financial data.
• Support partners in implementing new financial procedures and adapting to evolving workflows.
• Ensure all productions comply with UK laws, local production practices, and government regulations.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of payroll, tax, banking, and invoicing processes specific to the UK market.
• Proactively identify and suggest improvements to financial workflows, optimizing operational efficiency.
• Continuously explore innovative solutions to enhance production finance processes.

Must-Haves:

• Strong finance experience in film, TV, production, or media.
• Strong understanding of production workflows and financial processes, including cost reporting and budgeting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage internal teams and external partners.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving and financial analysis skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently, while also being a collaborative team player.
• Proficiency in financial applications such as Excel/Google Sheets.

Nice-to-Haves:

• Affinity for technology and interest in system development.
• Alignment with a culture of curiosity, good judgment, and integrity.

About Aquent Talent:
Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world’s biggest brands.
Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits!
Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We’re about creating an inclusive environment—one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.