Publicis Groupe is a global leader in communication, focused on marketing transformation and digital business transformation. They are seeking a Client Reporting Financial Analyst to oversee financial aspects related to clients and work closely with Finance Directors and Client Finance Leads.
Responsibilities
- Work with client finance lead to create accurate revenue forecasts for annual and rolling budgets
- Reconcile Revenue within the general ledger and explain variances in results vs forecasts
- Responsible for mid-month revenue estimates (flash) in order to see where the client(s) is tracking for month end and flagging when there is a significant variance
- Create accurate Burn Reports to compare actual hours vs budget and escalate to Client Finance Lead/Finance Director in order to adjust staffing plans or scope
- Assist in pulling revenue reports and calculation of revenue based on time & materials, percent of completion, etc
- Reconcile time reports for missing time and errors in coding
- Assist with client profitability reports and metrics
- Ensure job setup is properly completed to reduce system issues
- Prepare and review of unbillable client costs
- Assist with preparation of managerial reports to account and executive teams
- Assist with external and internal audits
Skills
- Resilient problem solver - Has the foresight to recognize problems with postings/data, can resolve issues efficiently, and knows when to seek guidance from others
- Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks in a changing and fast paced work environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent organizational skills and able to work according to fixed calendar cycles
- Ability to work independently is a must, as well as in team environment
- Dedicated to meeting others' expectations and requirements
- Ability to manage large data with use of Macros and VBA is an advantage
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance
- Advanced in Microsoft Excel to streamline and make reports more efficient using functions and formulas, (Vlookups, If, SumIf, Pivot Tables, charts/graphs, etc.)
- 1 to 3 years of Client Finance experience preferably within Advertising, Marketing and Communications
- Knowledge in ERP systems, specifically SAP or similar
Benefits
- Medical coverage
- Dental
- Vision
- Disability
- 401K
- Parental and family care leave
- Family forming assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Flexible time off
Company Overview
Publicis Groupe is a digital and interactive communication services provider. It was founded in 1926, and is headquartered in Paris, Ile-de-France, FRA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://www.publicisgroupe.com.
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