Senior Associate Financial Operations

dentsu•New York, NY

2d•$51,000 - $72,800•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Associate Financial Operations role involves managing the monthly financial process, working with internal teams and clients on reporting, billing, and resolving variances. This position requires building strong client and internal relationships, staying informed about industry trends, and providing strategic thinking and leadership. The role also includes training and developing team members and ensuring accurate performance management.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree
3+ years’ experience in Agency Media Financial Operations – developing and managing process, policy and procedure
Knowledge of accepted accounting principles and practices
Knowledge of auditing principles and practices
Demonstrate and utilize strong systems and analytical skills
Ability to demonstrate a strong attention to detail, exhibit solid business instincts, and thrive in fast-paced environment
Working knowledge of Bill/Pay process using MediaOcean
High-level proficiency in Excel, MS Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook

Responsibilities

Manage the monthly financial process, working with internal teams (planning, activation, and billing) and clients.
Discuss reporting and billing questions, and resolve variances in billed vs. planned.
Close out quarterly PO’s 90 days after MOS.
Compare billing against approved spend and ensure discrepancies are resolved within 90 days after MOS.
Provide timely, accurate, and meaningful information and reports to AOR Leadership Team and clients.
Manage group operations systems and controls, policies, and procedures.
Assist with internal and external audits.
Build trusting, collaborative relationships with clients and the Leadership Team.
Stay on top of business and client/agency concerns to head off issues early.
Investigate opportunities to provide better reporting and analysis support.
Ensure collaboration among all groups and foster teamwork.
Provide appropriate management updates and solicit feedback.
Ensure key information is provided to the team regarding client/internal agency issues and changes in account status.
Keep current with industry trends, tools, systems, research, resources, and associations.
Respond appropriately to problems and issues, seeking lasting solutions.
Ensure appropriate Finance/Accounting staff utilization.
Provide guidance to team members and promote a team environment.
Train, motivate, and develop assigned staff.
Construct and deliver accurate, honest, and timely performance management documents.