Revenue Assurance Assistant (7 month maternity cover)

Dentsu, Inc.; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job description

Revenue Assurance Assistant (7 month maternity cover)

We're hiring for a Revenue Assurance Assistant as part of dentsu in Manchester. This role would be suitable for someone with 6 months plus experience or trainee working towards their finance qualifications. If you are a recent graduate looking to start your career in finance this could be the perfect role for you!

Purpose of the Role:

The Revenue Assurance Analyst plays an active role in the newly centralised and specialised Revenue Assurance team. They will be responsible for maintaining the integrity of client financial data and linking it to operational and financial systems for appropriate revenue recognition. This role is also responsible to ensure client contract assurance is conducted according to the service line compliance framework and UK&I policies. This role works closely with the Commercial Finance/FP&A, Financial Control, Operational Finance and Client Services teams. We are looking for a 7 month maternity cover and ideally a immediate start date.

Job Description:

• Collects and analyses contractual information, FTE calculations and SOWs to validate or calculate the Retainer & PRIP fee entries required in the system (Media Ocean) and to update the FSA trackers.
• Validates system entries against the Fee Share Agreements (FSA) for the clients in respective brands and resolves/investigates any discrepancies.
• Prepares timely reports on system bookings VS forecast for FP&A/Commercial Finance to enable them to partner with the business to understand any variances & resolve where necessary.
• Assists with and reviews Semarchy requests for amendments to client data to ensure any requested changes are valid and supported by the relevant supporting information.
• Support the delivery of timely information for internal and external auditors.
• Support in delivery of any ad-hoc tasks.

Qualifications + Skills

• Trainee/workings towards an Accounting qualification (ACA/ACCA/CIMA or equivalent) with experience in a similar finance role
• Some industry experience in client accounting and assurance processes is desirable.
• Knowledge of MediaOcean or similar client job costing/media booking and accounting platforms
• Ability to demonstrate strong Microsoft Excel and system skills.
• Proven ability to work well in a fast-paced environment, manage and prioritise multiple, conflicting deadlines under pressure and navigate effectively amidst ambiguity and change
• Exhibit a problem-solving mindset and strong work ethic
• Be a strong team player Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills across a wide range of stakeholders, exhibiting relationship building capabilities and influencing collaborative outcomes
• Possess a drive for continuous improvement and performance excellence in their area of responsibility
• Able to educate and instil awareness across the business on revenue recognition principles
• Able to understand the different kinds of revenue streams

A few of the benefits

• You'll have a great compensation package, private health & dental insurance, corporate discounts and career development through dentsu University, and free access to LinkedIn learning
• 29+ days of annual leave (25 days of regular holidays, birthdays off and 3 additional wellness days)
• We also offer the opportunity to volunteer for up to 2 days per year and tend to close down the agency between Christmas and New Years
• You'll have a hybrid working schedule, with flexible start/end hours

dentsu does not discriminate against job applicants on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. Experience stipulated in this job description serves as a guide only and all applications will be considered on their merits, irrespective of experience.

As part of our Diversity and Inclusion agenda, and as an Equal Opportunities employer, if you require reasonable adjustments during the selection process please engage directly with your Recruiter.

Location:
Manchester - Bonded Warehouse

Brand:
Dentsu

Time Type:
Full time

Contract Type:
Fixed Term Contract (Fixed Term)

• Competitive salary DOE & location + fantastic benefits