Accounting Specialist - Financial Analyst

THE JOB / Financial Analyst

Octagon is looking for someone to join our Finance Team as a Financial Analyst. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting our account teams in analyzing and reconciling our projects for our clients. You will be the conduit that connects our account teams, our shared service center billing team, and our local finance team to produce high quality timely financial results. We need a self-starter who can operate independently, drive toward results and work within deadlines.

THE WORK YOU'LL DO

• Liaison between our account teams, local finance, and billers at our shared service center
• Provide support to the Events group for our Golf event.
• Process monthly financials
• Work with biller to process Sponsorship Invoices
• Work with account teams to reconcile costs vs budget.
• Provide support to the Payment Service Client group.
• Reconcile deferred revenue fee balances.
• Reconcile accrued income balances.
• Process deferred revenue transfers and Intercompany transfers
• Work with account teams to reconcile costs vs budget.
• Project analysis/management for our Payment Services Client
• Reconcile deferred revenue fee balances.
• Reconcile accrued income balances.
• Work with account teams to reconcile costs vs budget.
• Follow up with account teams on billing issues to ensure timely and accurate processing of all invoices in accordance with client contracts or estimates.
• Work with client leads with questions they have about their job cost packages.
• Work with account teams on open jobs and WIP balances on jobs.
• Work with Omaha billers and account teams to close jobs timely.
• Communicate with revenue team on any contract/revenue changes.
• Direct communication with account teams and/or clients on client purchase order issues
• Accounts receivable aging. Follow up with account teams on delinquent aging items.
• Review client portals monthly to confirm invoices status, for rejected/or invoices not loaded or approved.
• Cash Applications - Work with Omaha cash applications group on unapplied cash items and wires
• Communicate with our domestic and international office for intercompany transactions and related documents.
• Time reports – review time for accuracy
• Assist with annual and quarterly audits.
• Tackle other reasonably related duties and unscheduled projects as assigned.

THE BIGGER TEAM YOU'LL JOIN

Where others see complexity, we see possibility.

Octagon is the global sports, entertainment and experiential marketing arm of the Interpublic Group. But if that classification doesn't do it for you, and it shouldn't, let's take it a step further.

We are what we believe. And we believe that while the world of sports and entertainment is full of opportunities and possibilities, sometimes the amount of choice can seem a little overwhelming. Even daunting.

That's where we come into play!

At Octagon, we inspire brands, talent, and our people to see the world for all its potential. We then help break down the complexity and push forward so you can make your next right move.

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, or related
• 2-3 years' experience in the accounting field
• Ability to identify and efficiently resolve issues.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with staff at all levels.
• Proven high level of initiative, motivation, and ability to achieve desired results.
• Extremely diligent, detailed, and organized
• Must have strong written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and Outlook required.
• All applicants will need to provide proof of COVID vaccination or contact the organization's HR team if eligible for an exemption.

Compensation + Benefits:

The base range for this position is $56,000 to $60,000. Where an employee or prospective employee is paid within this range will depend on, among other factors, actual ranges for current/former employees in the subject position; market considerations; budgetary considerations; tenure and standing with the company (applicable to current employees); as well as the employee's/applicant's background, pertinent experience, and qualifications.

Octagon's comprehensive benefit package includes:

• Unlimited PTO policy – we understand you need time for play!

• Competitive medical/dental/vision insurance plans with FSA/HSA and Dependent Care FSA options. Pet Insurance for those who need it too!

• Generous Family and Parental Leave Policy (12 weeks) with eligibility extended to all parents regardless of gender or primary/secondary caregiver status

• Access to our parent company (IPG) Savings plan (401K program) with company match as well as an Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

• Pretax Transportation/Commuter Benefits and Parent Travel Program

• Dedicated Mental Health resources including Headspace membership, Employee Assistance Program (CCA) and more

• Discount portal for everyday goods and services

• Employee Resource Groups and inclusive diversity programming and initiatives

• Personal Development programs

Please also know that the well-being of our employees, partners, fans and consumers are top of mind to our agency, and we are taking measures to ensure proper health and safety initiatives and protocols are in place for our events and activations.

Octagon is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

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