Job Information
Publicis Groupe Senior Analyst, Corporate Accounting in New York, New York
Company Description
This individual will pay a key role in the management of the Agency’s Financial Reporting and Controls department. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to the coordination of monthly intercompany activity, month end general ledger close as well the monthly financial reporting to Publicis. The Senior Analyst provides assurance that the general ledger is in compliance with GAAP and the Publicis Corporate Policies (JANUS). This individual will also assist in the annual and interim external financial statement audits.
Senior Analyst works independently and self analyzes their data and reports. The Senior Analyst works to identify issues, develops POVs, and offers ideas to their manager that can drive results to meet and/or exceed targets and to create efficiencies. This position interacts with and builds relationships with agency staff at all levels.
Overview
General Ledger
Assist in review of the all balance sheet account reconciliations as prepared Re:Sources
Ensure compliance with GAAP, IFRS, JANUS and Agency Finance Policies
Prepares various monthly journal entries in conformance to Publicis Company Policy (JANUS) and GAAP
Review financials daily during month end close to ensure accuracy
Assist Job Management team in researching issues on jobs
Financial Reporting
Assist in the preparation of the monthly Balance Sheet and P&L in the required format for upload into the Hyperion Reporting System
Ensure the accuracy of the Hyperion reporting schedules that are sent to Publicis for consolidation
Assist in preparation of the Corporate Accounting processes in compliance with all of the identified Internal Control (FMC) requirements
Assist manager with any new system implementations related to Financial Reporting
Audits
Assist with external E&Y audits for Year-End, hard closes and revenue testing
Assist with Publicis Internal audits
Assist with Financial Monitor Control, Test of Control and Walk-Through audits
Other
Identify opportunities for process improvements and assist the Director of Financial Reporting and Controls on drafting common and efficient processes across USMS
Perform other special projects as necessary
Qualifications
Bachelor degree in Accounting or Finance, CPA preferred
3 to 4 years relevant work experience with preference for service industry background
Proficiency with Microsoft applications specifically Excel and Word
Knowledge of general accounting principles
Strong communication skills and ability to work with a wide range of people
Excellent organizational, analytical and problem solving skills
Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
Ability to learn quickly in a fast paced environment
Self-motivator, out of the box thinker with passion to drive reengineering throughout Finance
SAP and Hyperion knowledge preferred
Additional Information
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 USMSTACompliance@publicis.com.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Compensation Range: $58,500-$92,000. 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 qualifications of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and we reserve the right to modify this pay range at any time. We anticipate the application deadline for this job posting will be 12/10/2024.