Director, Finance Controller

Publicis Media Exchange (PMX) is the global media platform for Publicis Groupe [Euronext Paris FR0000130577, CAC 40]. PMX is an omnichannel activation powerhouse that drives smart application of investment through leveraging scale, marketplace innovation, deeper partnerships and knowledge. PMX is at the forefront of the converging marketplace building data-informed, tech-enabled media to help marketers connect with consumers in a measurable way. 

You will report to Senior Vice President, Finance.

This is a hybrid role, requiring three days in-office each week. If you are contacted for an interview, your recruiter will discuss specifics with you, inclusive of any necessary reasonable accommodations.

Your Impact:

• Responsible for all accounting functions across multiple business units, including
  • Monthly close management under tight deadlines, include journal entry and reporting package review
  • Recurring and ad hoc financial reporting needs for management and Groupe
  • Documenting pivotal controls of each agency for audit purposes
  • Collaborate with Client Finance teams to review AR/AP and other client-related matters
• Review monthly analytics prepared by team on key processes including receivables, revenue/media accruals and payables focusing on aged balances and share insights with Global CFO and Finance Directors
• Act as central point of contact for external and internal audits relating to financial reporting and controls
• Manage relationships with both internal and shared service teams (AP, Treasury, ERP, Tax, etc.) to facilitate efficient day-to-day operations
• Oversee implementation of ERP enhancements to ensure team is properly trained on those impacts to processes or month end close tasks
• Partner with many sister agency teams regarding intercompany reporting to ensure proper elimination of intercompany transactions
• Mentor direct team and peripheral FP&A teams on accounting best practices and continued process improvements to scale operations with growing businesses

Required           

•  CPA/MBA
• 3-5 years’ experience

• Good candidate attributes:
  • Strong competency with complex ERP (SAP preferred) and other financial systems (HFM, Blackline, etc.)
  • Strong accounting standards background
  • Ability to manage multiple competing priorities
  • Experience managing audits
  • Initiative to automate processes
  • Sales and Use Tax/Income Tax computational awareness

Our Publicis Groupe motto “Viva La Différence” means we’re better together, and we believe that our differences make us stronger. It means we honor and celebrate all identities, across all facets of intersectionality, and it underpins all that we do as an organization. We are focused on fostering belonging and creating equitable & inclusive experiences for all talent. 

Publicis Groupe provides robust and inclusive benefit programs and policies to support the evolving and diverse needs of our talent and enable every person to grow and thrive.  Our benefits package includes medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401K,  as well as parental and family care leave, family forming assistance, tuition reimbursement, and flexible time off.

If you require accommodation or assistance with the application or onboarding process specifically, please contact [email protected].

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

Compensation Range:  $115,500 - $181,500 annually.  This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and the Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. For this role, the Company will offer medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401k, and paid time off.  The Company anticipates the application deadline for this job posting will be 10/30/2024.

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Req 24-11670