Job Description

Say Hello to the New Generation!

We're a new generation of social-first creative and creator agency.

We exist because we think agencies have been slow to adapt to major shifts in consumer behaviour and digital engagement, clinging to outdated methodologies that no longer pack the desired punch.

We think there's a better way - a way that aligns with how people actually interact, share, and make decisions in the digital age. Our mission is to revolutionise these connections, making advertising more relevant, more engaging, more fun, and more effective.

NewGen is a team of Creators, Doers and Makers across multiple territories and geographies with a combined passion and understanding for and of anything and everything Creator Economy. Supporting the team is a Leadership who are at the cutting edge of the industry, complemented by Agency veterans with decades of experience, in Board positions.

NewGen's services build brands consumer up, and social out. These service lines are as follows:

Social & Community: From social strategy to community management, our marketing services help brands move at the speed of social; Influencer & Creator: We partner with everyone's favorite creators to get whole generations excited about our clients; Paid & Performance: We help brands and creators reach the right audience, on the right platforms, in the right format, at the right time; Creative & Production: We think big but sweat the small stuff, building ideas that spread, Social-first but not social only; Data & Strategy: We get under the skin of brands, building impactful strategies that use insight to shift the dial; and Gaming & Innovation: Our gaming heritage allows us to connect on a deeper level with our clients' audience.
NewGen operates from 2 principal locations in the UK, being Manchester and London and has a rapidly growing presence out of New York, in the USA.

The Role

We are looking for a Finance Manager to coordinate and contribute to the financial and operational functions of NewGen.

This role reports directly into the Group Financial Controller where, in collaboration with the NewGen finance team, you will help inform the way decisions are made group-wide alongside being the custodians of the group's financial data.

The role would suit individuals already working as a Finance Business Partner in industry, whilst equally offering an opportunity for newly qualified accountants currently working in practice. A passion for social media and the Creator Economy always helps too!

Being backed by Private Equity in a rapidly growing industry, there is significant growth potential over the coming years and the role will provide you with exposure and responsibilities across UK & US finance and operations.

It would be advantageous if the candidate is in the Greater Manchester area as this role will be office based 3 days per week.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with our agency, creator and leadership teams to aid in managing NewGen's daily financial operations; Own the management of the month end process, in addition to leading the preparation of monthly management accounts, reconciliations, and reporting packs for senior leadership; Maintain robust financial controls, policies, and procedures to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with statutory requirements; Manage cash flow activity, including accounts receivable and payable, ensuring timely disbursements to vendors and receipt of revenues; Analyse financial performance, cost trends, and variances, making recommendations to improve profitability and efficiency; Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning; Drive process improvements across finance and operations to strengthen the control environment; Support cross-functional projects and provide financial insight to aid decision-making.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

Strong technical accounting knowledge and financial acumen; Proven track record of managing month-end close and financial reporting; Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills; Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines; A proactive and collaborative mindset, comfortable working independently and as part of a team; Flexibility to operate at both a strategic and hands-on level; Experience with the Xero accounting system (or similar ERP systems).

Requests

A Bachelor's Degree / Apprenticeship qualification in business, finance, economics, or related field; Fully Qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) Experience in entertainment, social media, or marketing industries preferred but not required

Benefits

The 'Reset', a market first and industry exclusive benefit that provides employees an additional 10 days of annual leave per year, to allow a proper switch off from the business; 5 days of fully funded Carers Leaver, to ensure our team can take care of those that matter the most to them; Early finish Fridays', 10am to 4pm core working hours to facilitate flexible working and flexible Holiday period closures (to allow our employees to take the time to celebrate what is important to them and their loved ones, when they want to take it); Private company funded baby scans; In partnership with the charity 'Petals', company coverage for bespoke baby loss counseling; Access to private medical healthcare and mental healthcare through Aviva; and A bespoke subscription package, giving employees a monthly allowance and credit card to spend on anything they like; from childcare to holiday costs contributions. Other popular subscriptions from employees include; gym memberships, Netflix, Spotify, Calm, Urban Massage and Hello Fresh.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 45,000.00-50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Company events Company pension Health & wellbeing programme Private medical insurance Work from home
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Manchester M2 5GP

Reference ID: NewGenFM