Senior Analyst, Client Finance

Company description

Publicis Groupe is a global leader in communication and is positioned at every step of the value chain, from consulting to execution, combining marketing transformation and digital business transformation. Through a unified and fluid organization, Publicis Groupe partners with its clients across communication, media, data and technology to ensure access to the full breadth of capabilities in every market. Present in over 100 countries, Publicis Groupe employs around 103,000 professionals.

The Senior Client Reporting Analyst reports directly to the Client Reporting Manager. This position will partner with the Finance Directors and Client Finance Leads within the Brands of Publicis North America to oversee all financial aspects related to a given client or group of clients. The Sr. Analyst should have a strong understanding of general accounting principles, be self‑motivated, and have strong intra‑departmental communication skills.

• Create and review accurate Burn Reports to compare actual hours versus budget and escalation to Client Finance Lead.
• Partner with accounting team to submit revenue entries during month end calculated based on time & materials, percent of completion, etc.
• Responsible for mid‑month revenue estimates (flash) to monitor client performance for month end and flag significant variance; assist in developing revenue targets for assigned clients.
• Work with HFM team and client finance leads to load accurate revenue forecasts for annual and rolling budgets.
• Reconcile revenue/client costs within the general ledger and explain variances between results and forecasts.
• Reconcile time reports for missing time and errors in coding.
• Review WIP, A/R, and accrued revenue aging monthly. Ensure Client Account Teams are aware of current A/R and WIP aging status and partner with CBM team for appropriate follow‑up.
• Ensure job setup is properly completed to reduce system issues.
• Ensure agency is in compliance with current contractual guidelines for each client.
• Assist with external and internal audits.

• Resilient problem solver – able to recognize issues with postings or data, resolve them efficiently, and know when to seek guidance.
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks in a changing and fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and organizational skills to work according to fixed calendar cycles.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Dedicated to meeting others’ expectations and requirements.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel to streamline and make reports more efficient using functions such as VLOOKUP, IF, SUMIF, pivot tables, charts/graphs, etc.
• Experience in SAP and Hyperion HFM is a plus.
• 2–3 years of Client Finance experience, preferably within Advertising, Marketing, and Communications.

Compensation Range: USD $60,800.00 - USD $93,600.00/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.

Temporary roles may be eligible to participate in our freelancer/temporary employee medical plan through a third‑party benefits administration system once certain criteria have been met. Temporary roles may also qualify for participation in our 401(k) plan after eligibility criteria have been met. For regular roles, the Company will offer medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401k, and paid time off.