Whisper is a leading global production company, specialising in sports, unscripted and branded entertainment.


Our diverse team of over 270 team members work in offices across the UK and beyond, producing top level sports such as Formula One, UEFA and The Paralympics, as well as branded content, prime-time documentaries and entertainment quiz shows for a raft of broadcasters.


In 2023 Whisper won a BAFTA and was nominated for an International EMMY.

It's co-owned by Sony Pictures Television and is an seven-times Broadcast Best Places to Work.


Whisper is looking for a Senior Production Accountant to be a key member of our production finance team.



This role requires working closely with Production Executives and Managers, as well as the rest of the finance team, on the reporting of production finances.



The ideal candidate would be someone with several years' experience in television production accounting, with the ability to work simultaneously across many productions.



They would be forward thinking, innovative, resilient and great at collaboration.


Whisper is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, communities, and lived experiences. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and supported.


Key Responsibilities

Manage a portfolio of productions across the documentary, entertainment and branded slate, from development to wrap
To have a working knowledge of the AVEC tax credit scheme and be able to apply the regulations across the qualifying documentary slate
To develop a high-level working knowledge of Just TV (the cost management and finance system) and be able to train production teams in the cost management function
To build relationships with other stakeholders in the business, including Heads of Production, Production Executives and Managers, as well as the finance leadership team, to ensure accurate and comprehensive delivery of cost management and reporting
Complete month-end reconciliations for the portfolio and ensure that there is a clear understanding over the month end position across revenue, gross profit and balance sheet items
Deliver month end reporting packs for external use where required
Hold responsibility for credit control on allocated productions to help control cashflow. Ensure sales invoices are sent on time and accurately, then where appropriate chase outstanding debt
Contribute to annual production budgeting and financial forecasting processes
Build and maintain cashflows for each production, in multi-currency where required
Ensure compliance in areas such as HMRC reporting, VAT, IR35 and payroll legislation

Please note that responsibilities may be amended, added to, or removed to reflect the changing needs of the production or organisation.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

Several years' experience of working as a Production Accountant, across a variety of genres
Good experience of working on productions with multi-currency
Exposure to tax credits is desirable
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Experience of system change, training and implementation is preferable
Ability to work across multiple productions simultaneously
Ability to work both as part of a team and independently
Strong prioritization skills and the ability to work under pressure
Excellent IT skills, with knowledge of a range of software packages, including Excel
A curious, inquisitive, proactive attitude and a positive work ethic
Ideally qualified, but at the minimum a solid understanding of accounting principles

Location: The base for this position is Kew, London.
Working Days: 5 day week, x4 days in office and x1 day WFH

You will be expected to work with the team to plan a schedule based on production requirement.
Lieu days will be given for any days worked over a five-day week.
Whisper offer the option of flexitime hours subject to production requirements.

Start: ASAP - on a 12 month FTC with a view to extend.
Application Closing: Friday 7th November 2025
Salary: Based on experience