Senior Associate Financial Operations

Responsibilities

• Manage the monthly financial process and collaborate with Amplifi internal teams (planning, activation, and billing) as well as clients.
• Discuss reporting, billing questions, resolve variances in billed vs. planned, and close out quarterly POs 90 days after month-end close (MOS).
• Compare billing against approved spend and ensure discrepancies are resolved within 90 days after MOS.
• Provide timely, accurate, and meaningful financial reports to the AOR Leadership Team and clients.
• Manage group operations systems, controls, policies, and procedures.
• Assist with internal and external audits.
• Build trusting, collaborative relationships with clients and the Leadership Team.
• Monitor business and client/agency concerns to address issues proactively.
• Investigate opportunities to improve reporting and analysis support.
• Foster collaboration and teamwork among all groups.
• Provide management updates and solicit feedback when appropriate.
• Communicate key information regarding client/internal agency issues or changes in account status.
• Stay current with industry trends, tools, systems, research, and associations.
• Respond to problems with lasting solutions rather than quick fixes.
• Ensure appropriate utilization of Finance/Accounting staff.
• Provide guidance, train, and motivate assigned staff.
• Construct and deliver accurate, honest, and timely performance management documents.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 3+ years’ experience in Agency Media Financial Operations, including developing and managing process, policy, and procedure.
• Knowledge of accepted accounting principles and practices.
• Knowledge of auditing principles and practices.
• Strong systems and analytical skills.
• Strong attention to detail, solid business instincts, and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Working knowledge of Bill/Pay process using MediaOcean.
• High-level proficiency in Excel, MS Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Pay

The annual base salary range for this position is $51,000 – $72,800. Placement within the range is based on relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and other factors permitted by law. This position is also eligible for discretionary incentive compensation.

Schedule

Full time.

Location: New York