Manager, Finance Operations

Adelphi Group•New York, NY

22d•$50,000 - $95,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Manager, Finance Operations is a highly analytical role focused on aggregating data in Excel and using Power Query to identify balances across Mediabrands from multiple data sets. The role requires strong communication skills to coordinate with various teams. A media background is recommended to help the individual understand the media landscape and the full transaction history from client billing through vendor payment. The position is reporting-heavy, with weekly deadlines and check-ins. The individual should be able to project-manage work and speak to every detail in the workflow. They will lead smaller projects or oversee specific components of larger initiatives, address non-routine problems, and contribute to process improvements by applying technical or professional expertise. Decisions are informed by established practices and past experience. Employees are required to work in the office at least three days per week, to the extent permissible by local law, unless their agency or manager directs additional in-office days.

Requirements

Proven ability to handle multiple priorities or tasks and consistently meet deadlines.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely through email.
Superior attention to detail.
Intermediate to advanced Excel skills, including familiarity with Power Query.
Familiarity with the Microsoft Office suite.
Comfort working in various legacy and proprietary computer systems.
Ability to work well under pressure.

Nice To Haves

A media background is recommended.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain strong relationships through effective project management of media deliverables and proactive problem solving.
Provide financial reporting, as needed, for a range of client deliverables.
Schedule and lead monthly billing meetings with appropriate departments.
Update regular status reports and communicate with internal media teams.
Report client activity internally to finance and accounting teams for forecasting, accounts receivable tracking, and vendor reconciliation.
Participate in piloting new or enhanced system functionality and processes.
Lead ad hoc cross-departmental training sessions, as needed, related to general or client-specific financial systems and processes.
Participate in related interdepartmental projects and agency meetings.
Address ad hoc finance and billing requests internally.
Lead smaller projects or oversee specific components of larger initiatives.
Address non-routine problems and contribute to process improvements.