Finance Manager

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

The Finance Manager will be expected to support the Financial Controller and business teams to set up, maintain and execute best in class financial reporting, across the Publicis Global Media HQ Business units (including, among others, Media Operations, Strategy, Performance). The role reports to the Global Media Financial Controller.

A team player, naturally curious, solution finder, self-starter who inspires trust.

Solid analytical, financial and great communication skills as well as ability to meet deadlines is very important.

This evolutive and high visibility role sits within the Global Media finance team and will also work with teams based in New York, Duesseldorf and Singapore.

In this role, you'll be at the forefront of global finance operations, collaborating with international teams from New York to Singapore, directly influencing strategic initiatives. It's a perfect opportunity to build on your management experience, overseeing a Senior Management Accountant in Costa Rica while tackling diverse projects that enhance your skills. You'll thrive in an innovative environment that values curiosity and solutions, offering you the autonomy to innovate and make a meaningful impact across the organization.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

1. Direct the preparation of monthly management accounts, managing all financial elements with precision.
2. Establish and uphold financial policies, ensuring regulatory compliance and operational excellence.
3. Participate in critical Group reporting activities, budget processes, and rolling forecasts.
4. Oversee P&L forecasts and manage complex internal cost mechanisms.
5. Support audit procedures and internal controls to ensure robust governance.

Qualifications

1. Proven expertise in finance management and accounting, with experience in managing accounting or finance team members.
2. Proficient in advanced Excel modeling, financial forecasting, and familiar with ERP and financial planning systems like SAP and Hyperion.
3. Strong analytical skills with the ability to manage data effectively.
4. Detail-oriented, with excellent communication and influencing skills, comfortable engaging with senior leadership.
5. Proactive, self-directed, and able to thrive in a dynamic, time-sensitive environment with strong prioritization skills.

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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