Company Description

Publicis Media harnesses the power of modern media through global agency brands CJ, Performics, Publicis Collective, Publicis Health Media, Spark Foundry, Starcom and Zenith. A key business solution of Publicis Groupe ([Euronext Paris FR0000130577, CAC 40], Publicis Media’s digital-first, data-driven global practices deliver client value and increase growth in a platform-powered world. It is present in more than sixty countries with over 23,000 employees worldwide.

Job Description

You will report into the VP, Director of Finance.

This is a hybrid role, requiring three days in-office each week. If you are contacted for an interview, your recruiter will discuss specifics with you, inclusive of any necessary reasonable accommodations.

Your Impact:

Drive forecasting and annual commit process through working with business leads; maintain detailed forecast and master HFM upload files with full personnel and overhead detailWork with the  leads to create budgets and forecast on Software and hosting costsEnsure budget and forecast including phasings are accurateWork with brands on IC crosscharges and allocationsManage month close process and ensure BU’s are accurately statedJE preparation, financial analysis, HC reconciliation & resolve IC mismatchComplete and Upload HFM monthly actual and budget forecastPrepare reports - specify what reportsPrepare presentations to ManagementPrepare and audit AWS Monthly reconciliation and accrualsWIP Analysis on monthly basis (Research and Technology items)Work with HR to prepare annual CSR submissionsPerform ad hoc analysis and special projectsEnsure compliance with Company PoliciesAssist with Internal Audit schedules and queriesCoordinate with Global Services  to align on global recharges / billing

Qualifications5+ years of work-related experience in corporate finance or auditBachelor’s degree in AccountingComprehension of Finance and Accounting principles including GAAP, GAAS, IFRS, Revenue Recognition, Accrual Accounting, Financial Modeling, Budget and Profitability analysis, Variance Analysis, and Financial Reporting. Ensure companywide compliance with Groupe policies and Best Practices.Familiarity using financial reporting (HFM), accounting (SAP) and media billing systemsProficiency with MS Office, including Excel formula writing, Word and Power PointStrong interpersonal skills with ability to communicate with diverse groups agency-wideTeam-playerWilling to work flexible hours.

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Additional Information

Our Publicis Groupe motto “Viva La Différence” means we’re better together, and we believe that our differences make us stronger. It means we honor and celebrate all identities, across all facets of intersectionality, and it underpins all that we do as an organization. We are focused on fostering belonging and creating equitable & inclusive experiences for all talent. 

Publicis Groupe provides robust and inclusive benefit programs and policies to support the evolving and diverse needs of our talent and enable every person to grow and thrive.  Our benefits package includes medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401K,  as well as parental and family care leave, family forming assistance, tuition reimbursement, and flexible time off.

If you require accommodation or assistance with the application or onboarding process specifically, please contact [email protected].

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

Compensation Range: $70,000 - $117,500.  This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and the Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. For this role, the Company will offer medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401k, and paid time off. The Company anticipates the application deadline for this job posting will be 6/27/2024.