Job Summary
We are looking for a Director, Client Finance to oversee and manage the Communications group within our Integrated Communications Marketing Business Unit.
The individual will manage the overall P&L of this team while oversee the day-to-day fiscal management of this ~$250M division. This key role will actively support the business lead and their leadership team. The role will also partner with additional stakeholders such as Account Management, Legal, Resource and other departments, assisting in revenue forecasting, gross margin management, reporting, resourcing, and project management. The right candidates must be proactive and talented at fostering collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders. This role will report to the VP of Finance. This is a great opportunity to join a $475M+ dynamic, fast-growing global agency!
Responsibilities
Oversee, manage and prepare revenue reporting for senior leaders – Weekly, Monthly, YTD, FY.
Manage preparation of annual budget and forecasts and oversee biweekly new business tracking and gap planning.
Act as the financial and strategic partner Go to partner for all senior leaders.
Manage the overall costs of the group including people and non people costs.
Analyze staffing utilization and billability.
Lead finance discussions with client procurement & support time in timely approvals of change orders/SOWs, scope approvals and POs.
Assist team in effectively managing and tracking projects.
Ensure timely billing of agency fees and out of pocket expenses.
Oversee billing managers and assist with adhoc AR, WIP, Accrued and Deferred analysis as needed.
Support, organize and assist with Audit/compliance & pricing requests.
Prepare monthly client realization file.
Manage month end close deadlines and submissions including.
Review and approve job requisitions and provide new hire approvals.
Work with systems, operations and compliance teams on ad hoc projects.
Lead recurring staff meetings & mentor client finance support team of 7-8 team members.
Required Skills & Experience
Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or Business Administration.
10+ years’ Client Finance/FP&A/Finance experience.
Experience working in Advertising/Public Relations/Marketing firm preferred.
Experience with enterprise level financial systems; NetSuite/Open Air a plus.
Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office products, Word, and Outlook.
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel essential.
Must possess excellent judgment skills & be self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
Adjust priorities to respond to pressing and changing demands; meet deadlines by managing time & priorities.
Appropriately involve others in a process or decision to ensure their support.
Maintain working knowledge of functional area policies and procedures and general knowledge of company policy and procedures.
Deliver proactive data that is relevant & whereby key decisions can be made.
Professional communication manner and ability to triage messages when appropriate.
Exhibit a positive, pro-active “can do” attitude with all team members and is willing to pitch in whenever needed.
Real Chemistry is currently operating with a flexible, hybrid approach and giving our teams the ability to operate in the way that works best for them – at home, in office or a mix. * We trust our people to decide what works best for them, working together with their teams and leaders to support our customers and make the world a healthier place. This policy will continue to be evaluated and may change in the future as we seek to ensure our people stay inspired, engaged, and motivated to do their best work.
Real Chemistry offers a fully comprehensive benefit program including flexible PTO, expanded paid leave and return to work programs for new parents, and a five-week sabbatical program. Other perks include a 401(k) match, mental health counseling, an annual wellness stipend, pet insurance, student loan repayment and other financial benefits such as life and disability insurance. Learn more about our great benefits and perks at: http://www.realchemistry.com/
Real Chemistry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We foster an environment that embraces diversity.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.