Chief Financial Officer - Media

Description:

We are seeking a strategic and commercially focused Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead the financial operations of a media organization. The role involves driving financial strategy across advertising, subscription, licensing, and digital platforms while ensuring strong financial governance and operational efficiency. The CFO will work closely with the CEO and Board of Directors to provide financial insights that support business growth, content investments, and long-term profitability.

Key Responsibilities:

- Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with advertising, subscription, licensing, and digital revenue models to support organizational growth

- Provide financial insights and strategic recommendations to the CEO and Board of Directors for business expansion and content investment decisions

- Lead budgeting and forecasting processes across production, programming, marketing, and operational functions

- Monitor content production costs and conduct variance analysis to ensure financial discipline and profitability across broadcast, OTT, and digital platforms

- Oversee end-to-end accounting operations including revenue recognition, royalty management, vendor payments, payroll, and financial reporting

- Ensure preparation and timely submission of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements while maintaining compliance with accounting standards and tax regulations

- Present financial performance reports to senior leadership and stakeholders while supporting decision-making through financial analysis and insights

- Manage internal controls, risk management frameworks, and regulatory compliance including audit coordination

- Oversee cash flow planning, optimize working capital, and evaluate financial feasibility of major content and digital investment projects

- Maintain relationships with financial institutions, investors, and external partners to support funding and financial growth initiatives

Required Skills & Qualifications:

- Bachelors degree in Finance or Accounting with MBA / CA / CPA preferred

- 8+ years of financial leadership experience preferably in media, entertainment, or digital platform organizations

- Strong understanding of media revenue models including advertising, subscriptions, licensing, and digital monetization

- Expertise in budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and project-based accounting practices

- Strong knowledge of accounting standards, taxation, financial compliance, and audit processes

- Proven leadership experience managing finance teams and working with executive leadership

- Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills

- Ability to drive strategic financial decisions and manage large-scale financial operations