Revenue Accountant

Location: Heighington

Revenue Accountant | Media & Advertising | Central London (Hybrid) | £60,000 ?? Due to business needs, only candidates who are immediately available can be considered for this position. Robert Half is working with a leading media and advertising group in Central London to recruit a permanent Revenue Accountant into their finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for an accountant with extensive revenue recognition experience to take ownership of key revenue accounting processes within a complex, fast-paced business.

Candidates from a media background are welcomed, however applications are encouraged from any industry provided there is strong, hands-on revenue recognition experience. The business operates across multiple markets and offers regular engagement with senior stakeholders, providing a broad view of financial operations within a dynamic environment. ?? About the Position Reporting into the Financial Controller, you will play a critical role in the accurate recognition, reporting, and analysis of revenue across the business.

This is a hands-on, P&L-focused accounts role, working closely with client leads and commercial finance teams. Your responsibilities will include:
Leading the monthly revenue recognition process, ensuring all revenue is accurately recorded and appropriately supported.
* Calculating commissions revenue in line with contractual terms.
* Preparing and maintaining monthly net sales files and client revenue control files, including detailed backing schedules for management and group reporting.
* Preparing and posting accurate monthly revenue journals within SAP.
* Ownership of monthly and quarterly SOX controls, including project revenue retainers, commissions incentives.
* Performing monthly variance analysis on revenue accounts with clear and insightful commentary against forecast.
* Acting as a key point of contact for internal and external audit queries relating to revenue.
* Supporting month-end and quarter-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate revenue reporting.
* Working closely with commercial finance teams to investigate and resolve revenue-related queries.
* Contributing to process improvements and ad hoc finance projects as required. ?? What we're looking for Qualified accountant, qualified by experience or part qualified (ACA / ACCA / CIMA).
* Extensive experience in revenue recognition within a management accounting or revenue accounting environment.
* Exposure to SOX controls and internal control frameworks is desirable but not essential.
* Background in any industry, with experience in a complex, revenue-driven environment; experience in media, advertising, or agency settings is advantageous.
* Solid understanding of IFRS, particularly revenue recognition standards.
* Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, formulas).
* Strong attention to detail with excellent analytical and reconciliation skills.
* Confident communicator able to build relationships with non-finance stakeholders.
* Proactive, organised, and comfortable managing multiple deadlines. ?? What's on offer Salary: £60,000.
* Hybrid working - 3 days per week in the office.
* Modern, collaborative office environment with regular team events.
* Competitive benefits including medical, vision, and dental insurance, group retirement plans, generous paid time off, partner discounts, and mental health awareness days.
* Strong opportunities for career development within a large, well-established finance function.
* Exposure to senior stakeholders and high-impact projects across a multi-market business. ?? Why this role could be your next move This is a high-impact Revenue Accountant role offering genuine ownership of revenue recognition, controls, and reporting. You'll work closely with commercial teams and senior stakeholders, gaining exposure to strategic decision-making and strengthening your technical expertise. For an ambitious accountant looking to progress their career in a complex, revenue-driven environment, this role offers both challenge and long-term opportunity.

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