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One of Us is a visual effects studio with a focus on design and collaboration. We have a reputation for being visually intelligent and bold, and for finding creative and inventive ways to make the best use of visual effects.

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One of Us is a renowned visual effects studio that specializes in design and collaboration. With a reputation for being visually intelligent and bold, we continuously strive to find creative and inventive ways to maximize the potential of visual effects. Our team is passionate about the ever-evolving challenges and possibilities of filmmaking, always aiming to create stunning images that captivate and amaze. At One of Us, we offer a wide range of services in visual effects, working on projects such as Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore, Bridgerton S2, and Pinocchio. Our portfolio showcases our expertise and dedication to delivering top-notch visual effects that enhance storytelling on the big screen. If you share our passion for visual aesthetics and want to be part of our growing team, we invite you to get in touch with us. We believe that One of Us could be the perfect place for you to unleash your creativity and contribute to the world of visual effects. Join us on this exciting journey and experience the power of visual storytelling with One of Us.

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One of Us is a London and Paris based visual effects studio founded in 2006 by co-directors Tom Debenham, Dominic Parker and Rachael Penfold. The company ethos is one of creative intelligence applied through filmmakers’ sensibility, with a focus on design and collaboration. Working across both film and long form, and with experience of all stages of production, from concept through planning, photography and post-production, One of Us has become an essential studio for visual effects and related work. With approved vendor status for all major studios, artist capacity and infrastructure for over 400 artists across both our facilities, we are expanding boutique sensibility into larger scale projects.

We are seeking an experienced Fractional Finance Director to join our leadership team on a 3-day-per-week basis. This is a hands-on, strategic role supporting our London and Paris operations, working as a trusted advisor to the CEO and acting as a key member of our Exec Leadership team. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded finance leader who brings both strategic oversight and operational depth.

Requirements
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### Short-Term Priorities

*   Lead the Audit and R&D claim process commencing 1st April 2026
*   Safeguard and manage the company's financial position
*   Provide clear and consistent reporting to UK and Investor Directors
*   Support Directors with key financial metrics (cash flow, P&L performance tracking)
*   Oversee and support the UK Finance Team
*   Manage and report on the Paris financial position

### Medium To Long-Term Responsibilities

*   Oversee the full UK finance function
*   Partner with the Executive Leadership Team on strategic financial and operational decision-making
*   Report on Group finances to the CEO and wider Board
*   Act as a trusted financial and operational advisor to the CEO
*   Provide financial oversight across key projects
*   Lead on pricing strategy, costing models, and performance metrics for project delivery
*   Provide ad hoc advice on UK and international tax credits
*   Deliver scenario modelling and forecasting for the CEO and Investor Directors
*   Key point of contact for external stakeholders (Auditors, Accountants and Banks)
*   Take responsibility for all statutory reporting and compliance

### Skills And Attributes

*   Proven experience as a FD or senior financial lead with business strategy and operations focus, ideally in growth, turnaround, or project-based environments
*   Strong audit, R&D tax claim, and statutory reporting experience
*   Commercially astute with excellent analytical and financial modelling capability
*   Comfortable operating at both board and operational levels
*   Experience in the VFX industry or similar creative environment would be highly advantageous
*   Experience managing multi-location or international finance functions is beneficial

Benefits
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### In return we offer:

*   25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
*   2 paid volunteering days per calendar year
*   Hybrid working
*   Company pension and life insurance
*   Medicash healthcare cover
*   A calendar full of wrap parties and other social events

Hours and location
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Our core hours are 9.30am to 6.30pm or 10am to 7pm Monday to Friday.

**To apply** You need to have a current and full work permit for the region that you'll be working in. Please disclose if you need sponsorship support to be able to work for One of Us.

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One of Us is a London and Paris based visual effects studio founded in 2006 by co-directors Tom Debenham, Dominic Parker and Rachael Penfold. The company ethos is one of creative intelligence applied through filmmakers’ sensibility, with a focus on design and collaboration. Working across both film and long form, and with experience of all stages of production, from concept through planning, photography and post-production, One of Us has become an essential studio for visual effects and related work.  With approved vendor status for all major studios, artist capacity and infrastructure for over 400 artists across both our facilities, we are expanding boutique sensibility into larger scale projects.

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We are an award winning visual effects studio with a focus on design and collaboration

We are seeking an experienced Fractional Finance Director to join our leadership team on a 3-day-per-week basis. This is a hands-on, strategic role supporting our London and Paris operations, working as a trusted advisor to the CEO and acting as a key member of our Exec Leadership team. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded finance leader who brings both strategic oversight and operational depth.
  
  
**Requirements**
**Short-Term Priorities**

- Lead the Audit and R&D claim process commencing 1st April 2026
- Safeguard and manage the company's financial position
- Provide clear and consistent reporting to UK and Investor Directors
- Support Directors with key financial metrics (cash flow, P&L performance tracking)
- Oversee and support the UK Finance Team
- Manage and report on the Paris financial position

**Medium To Long-Term Responsibilities**

- Oversee the full UK finance function
- Partner with the Executive Leadership Team on strategic financial and operational

decision-making
  
  

- Report on Group finances to the CEO and wider Board
- Act as a trusted financial and operational advisor to the CEO
- Provide financial oversight across key projects
- Lead on pricing strategy, costing models, and performance metrics for project

delivery
  
  

- Provide ad hoc advice on UK and international tax credits
- Deliver scenario modelling and forecasting for the CEO and Investor Directors
- Key point of contact for external stakeholders (Auditors, Accountants and Banks)
- Take responsibility for all statutory reporting and compliance

**Skills And Attributes**

- Proven experience as a FD or senior financial lead with business strategy and

operations focus, ideally in growth, turnaround, or project-based environments
  
  

- Strong audit, R&D tax claim, and statutory reporting experience
- Commercially astute with excellent analytical and financial modelling capability
- Comfortable operating at both board and operational levels
- Experience in the VFX industry or similar creative environment would be highly

advantageous
  
  

- Experience managing multi-location or international finance functions is beneficial

**Benefits**
**In return we offer:**

- 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
- 2 paid volunteering days per calendar year
- Hybrid working
- Company pension and life insurance
- Medicash healthcare cover
- A calendar full of wrap parties and other social events

**Hours and location**
Our core hours are 9.30am to 6.30pm or 10am to 7pm Monday to Friday.
  
  
**To apply**
You need to have a current and full work permit for the region that you'll be working in. Please disclose if you need sponsorship support to be able to work for One of Us.

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