Senior Finance Controller

Company Description

Publicis Groupe, the world's largest communications group, is a solutions platform that is present in more than 100 countries and has more than 98,000 employees. With a unique work philosophy, The Power of One puts clients at the center by promoting the growth of their business through creative agencies (Publicis, Leo Burnett, Publicis Health, Wysiwyg, Nurun and Digitas), media (Zenith, Starcom, Spark and Performics), and areas of transversal knowledge.

Publicis Groupe links Creativity, Technology and Data offering a value proposition that effectively connects brand and consumer.

 

 

Job Description

Finance Controller for a Media Agency, responsible for client financial management, accounting, reporting, and internal team leadership, ensuring compliance with local and international accounting standards (IFRS), corporate policies, and strategic objectives of the Group.

Responsibilities

Client Management

• Manage client contracts and understand their economic aspects.

• Recognize revenue based on contracts and corporate policies.

• Coordinate international global clients.

• Direct interaction with clients, understanding their financial processes affecting our operations (invoice processing, payments, etc.).

• Manage client audits and liaise with client-appointed auditors.

• Identify and resolve overdue invoices to improve Trade Working Capital.

Accounting

• Knowledge of local accounting standards and IFRS.

• Implement revenue recognition policies.

• Expense recognition and management.

Controlling / Budgeting / Reporting

• Prepare periodic reports on time and in accordance with IFRS standards.

• Monthly closing reports preparation.

• Prepare annual budget and periodic forecasts (Revenue, General Expenses).

• Ensure strategic objectives of the Group are met.

• Analyze variances and propose initiatives to achieve objectives.

Internal Management and External Relations

• Team management and supervision of the finance department.

• Liaise with different Group departments and Shared Service Centers.

• Manage reporting lines.

• Provide basic support to the CEO/COO with recommendations and solutions.

• Manage internal, external, and client audits.

• Ensure compliance with corporate policies.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in financial management at least 8 years, preferably in media agencies.

• Strong knowledge of IFRS and local accounting standards.

• Experience in revenue recognition, budgeting, reporting, and client finance management.

• Excellent analytical, leadership, and communication skills.

• Experience coordinating international clients and teams.

Additional Information

• Position requires interaction with top management and global clients.

• Strategic role contributing to Group objectives and financial performance.

Additional Information

Why join us? Because we offer reasons such as:

• 🌟 Flexible Benefits (Coverflex): Enjoy more than just work with flexible compensation including meal vouchers, health insurance, transportation, and more.
• 🚀 Growth Opportunities: You can advance in your career not only through the experience of working with major clients but also by accessing local and global training programs specialized according to your role, covering both technical and soft skills.
• 📚 Free Online Training: You can access unlimited courses from LinkedIn Learning and Udemy Catalogs through our artificial intelligence platform "Marcel".
• 🥇 Partner Certifications: You'll have the opportunity to obtain certifications from industry giants such as Meta, Google, or Amazon.
• 🌍 Work from anywhere: Telecommute up to 6 weeks from over 100 countries with our #WorkYourWorld program.
• 🎉 Attractive holidays package including your birthday & Advertising Day off plus some additional days off. Rest is also important!
• 🧘🏻‍♂️ Well-being: We prioritize the well-being of our staff and organize various health initiatives such as daily meditation or yoga among others.

 

Employee benefits are an integral part of the company’s annual compensation package. These benefits are subject to the company’s current policies and guidelines and may be modified, updated, or adjusted at the company’s discretion to reflect organizational needs, regulatory requirements, or business conditions.

 

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Here at Publicis Groupe, we are committed to building a culturally diverse workforce and therefore strongly encourage applications from underrepresented groups. We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of their background: we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or any individual´s status in any group or class protected by law.

If you have any reasonable adjustment needs arising from a disability or medical condition to fully participate in the recruitment process, please discuss this with the recruiter who contacts you.

 

All employees are committed to complying with obligations regarding Information Security and Technologies, obligations related to the use of Artificial Intelligence, obligations stemming from the Quality and Environmental Management System, as well as obligations derived from the Integrity Management System, Corruption Prevention, and the Anti-Bribery and Anti-Corruption Policy. Furthermore, all employees are required to complete mandatory training courses, declarations, and compliance commitments in these areas.