Junior Management Accountant

Publicis Media; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000

Job description

BRAND: Publicis Media
Job Function: Finance
Location: London, United Kingdom
Experience Level: Intermediate
Workplace Type: Hybrid

Company description

OVERVIEW
Publicis Groupe is one of the world's largest communications holding companies, present in over 110 countries and employing about 100,000 professionals. The Groupe is positioned at every step of the value chain, from consulting to execution, combining marketing transformation and digital business transformation.

HELPING OUR CLIENTS UNLOCK GROWTH IN THE PLATFORM WORLD
Our clients compete in the platform world, a horizontal marketplace between creators and consumers, between speakers and listeners, between buyers and sellers. To thrive in the platform world, companies must continue to innovate their products and business models. Four imperatives (1. Real Identity, 2. Dynamic, Diverse and Disruptive Creativity 3., Smart Media and 4. Direct Relationships) via our suite of world-class agencies, are necessary for modern brands to win in the platform world. At Publicis Groupe, we've invested in capabilities across these four imperatives our clients need to unlock growth. As the only one who can architect, build and orchestrate end to end solutions, not only do we have a proven record of building bespoke models for clients and leading expertise across all major industry categories, we are able to offer our talents more opportunities to grow and benefit from a richer learning experience. We call this Power of One. Powered by a 100,000-strong network via Marcel, our AI-based platform, we are also able to provide our clients and talents instant access to resource, knowledge for any need, any time, in any market.

THE SPIRIT OF VIVA LA DIFFERENCE
Viva La Difference is deeply rooted in everything we do. It has always been in our DNA. From the birth of Publicis, 94 years ago, when Marcel Bleustein-Blanchet, our founder, invented French advertising. Viva La Difference expresses how we value and respect each individual and recognize what makes us distinctive. This is the charge that inspires our teams to celebrate the differences in identity, background, culture, and experience of all of us. It is how we behave with each other and our clients, and it is deeply rooted throughout our work, to elevate and bring to life our differences throughout the platform world.

Overview

Publicis Global Media HQ is at the heart of financial excellence, enabling strategic business decisions through precise and insightful financial management. We're seeking a dedicated Management Accountant to join our dynamic team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to engage in a variety of financial projects, develop your management experience, and contribute to the financial health of our global media operations.

This is a pivotal role within a globally recognized organization that values innovation and collaboration. You will have the chance to be part of a highly visible team, interacting across various business units and with senior management. You will also be part of a supportive team culture with opportunities for professional growth and career progression with exposure to a comprehensive view of company operations, enhancing your business acumen.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

1. Prepare full monthly management accounts for two Global Media HQ entities, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.
2. Execute headcount and salary reconciliations, and manage monthly journal postings.
3. Conduct monthly balance sheet reconciliations using Blackline, maintaining high standards of financial integrity.
4. Own the rolling forecasts and annual budgeting processes to support strategic financial planning.
5. Raise purchase orders and invoices, with support from the management accounting team.
6. Collaborate with team leads on travel and expense (T&E) reporting.
7. Manage the Work in Progress (WIP) account, ensuring accurate records and analyses.

Qualifications

1. Experience in finance and accounting roles, with expertise in budget preparation and P&L forecasting.
2. Proficiency in Excel, including financial modeling and analytics.
3. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to identify errors and ensure accuracy in financial reporting.
4. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence stakeholders at various levels.
5. Candidate should have exposure to management accountants, including reviewing P&L's, journal entries and balance sheets.

Additional information

Publicis Groupe operates a hybrid working pattern with full time employees being office-based three days during the working week.

We are supportive of all candidates and are committed to providing a fair assessment process. If you have any circumstances (such as neurodiversity, physical or mental impairments or a medical condition) that may affect your assessment, please inform your Talent Acquisition Partner. We will discuss possible adjustments to ensure fairness. Rest assured, disclosing this information will not impact your treatment in our process.

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