Finance Controller

Finance Controller – Creative Business Unit

We are looking for a Medior Finance Controller to join our Creative Finance team in Budapest and support the day-to-day financial operations of a dynamic agency environment.

This role is ideal for someone with solid finance experience who is ready to step beyond execution and gain hands-on exposure to end-to-end financial processes, working closely with senior stakeholders and business teams.

Why this role is exciting

• 360° insight into creative finance operations (not just one area)
• Close collaboration with a highly experienced Finance Lead (20+ years)
• Strong exposure to real business challenges and problem-solving
• Opportunity to work on audits, system upgrades, and automation projects
• International environment (local + regional stakeholder exposure)

What you'll do

• Daily problem-solving and financial support for business teams
• Act as a finance partner for client service teams
• Support billing, supplier, and payment-related issues
• Participate in monthly closing, quarterly forecasts, yearly budgeting
• Deliver ad hoc reports for local and regional management

Who you'll work with

• Creative, account, and production teams (local & international colleagues)
• Shared Service Centre (Re:Sources – Poland)
• Local finance teams across media and digital units

What we're looking for

• 4-5 years of finance experience (ideally in complex environment)
• Advanced Excel knowledge
• Strong English (written & spoken)
• Experience with SAP or Altair are considered as an advantage
• Strong financial & analytical mindset
• Problem solver with ownership mentality
• Reliable, collaborative, adaptable

What you'll gain

• Real end-to-end understanding of finance in a creative agency
• Hands-on experience across multiple finance processes
• Exposure to transformation projects (automation, system changes, audits)
• Long-term growth into broader controller/business partner role

Additional information

Why should you join Publicis Groupe?

• Diverse & Inclusive Environment - Viva La Difference is in our DNA.
• We don't just accept differences—we celebrate them. With 30+ nationalities under one roof, our team is proof that diversity fuels creativity and innovation. Our DE&I initiatives make sure every voice has space and every idea is valued.
• Thriving Community - Built on camaraderie.
• We nurture a culture of involvement—colleagues who show up for each other, collaborate, and share wins. From Thirsty Thursdays to DE&I days and team-building events, we create space for real connections (and the occasional celebration dance).
• People-First
  - Well-Being Always
• We believe you can only bring your best when you feel your best. From initiatives like Working with Cancer and Screening Time Off, to coaching, mental and physical health support and women's health program, we provide the tools and flexibility to help you create a work–life balance that truly works for you.
• Grow With Us. Your career, your runway.
• Your journey is yours—we're just here to fuel it. With tools like Marcel, our AI-powered platform, together with global learning programs, local classes and workshops, we'll help you thrive and build a future-proof, AI-ready skillset.
• Flexible Work Arrangements
  - Your work, your rhythm.
• Some days you're office-ready, other days you're better from home—we get it. Our flexible hours and hybrid options let you set the rhythm. And yes, your furry friends are always welcome in the office - paws on the floor, ideas on the table.
• Global Mobility with Work Your World
  - The world is your office.
• Why stay put when you can take your job global? With Work Your World, you can spend a few weeks working from a selected Publicis Groupe office worldwide. Want to swap apartments with a colleague in Paris or Madrid? Go for it. It's not just travel—it's adventure with a laptop.

Publicis Groupe Hungary is an equal opportunity employer. We believe different perspectives spark stronger ideas. That's why we welcome applicants of all races, colors, religions, sexes, sexual orientations, gender identities or expressions, ages, national origins and disabilities. Everyone deserves an equal chance to thrive here, and we're committed to making our hiring process - and our workplace - accessible, inclusive, respectful, and supportive for all.