Client Finance Manager

Company Description

We are PXP—the future of creative production. We’re the click-drivers and the antidote to “the skip”, building stronger connections between brands and people. We are smart creatives, fearless explorers and solution finders. Our ambition drives us to influence the world by helping brands become cultural icons.

Job Description

PXP is looking to hire a talented Client Finance Manager to join a growing team.

***This is a hybrid position (3 days in the office) that can be based in our Chicago (358 W. Ontario) or NYC (375 Hudson) office***

Summary and Scope of Position:

The Client Finance Manager (CFM) is a financial business partner to the Publicis Production Leadership Team reporting directly to the Client Finance Director(CFD). The CFM is responsible for client related finance matters including compensation methodology, client reporting, revenue recognition, client profitability analysis and contract compliance.

Responsibilities:

Client Profitability

• Provide Production Leadership Team with analysis of key client P&L metrics and recommendations to drive improvement.
• Partner with client leads to develop and implement strategies to drive client profitability.
• Ensure compliance with company policies.
• Partner with the CFD to oversee the month-end revenue recognition and client related expense accrual process.

Client Reporting

• Oversee client specific reporting deliverables to ensure accuracy and timely delivery.
• Partner closely with Publicis Groupe agencies on consolidated reporting and develops efficient processes to meet client needs.

Client Compensation/Pricing

• Partner with the CFD to develop pricing strategy and prepare pricing proposals.
• Partner with other Publicis entities on consolidated compensation proposals.
• Supports new business efforts.
• Maintains a consolidated record of client agreements.

Contract Management

• Partner with CFD on developing financial terms for client contracts.
• Partner with client leads and legal to draft client agreements.
• Ensure Agency follows current contractual guidelines including client reporting.

Other

• Supervises and mentors two Financial Analysts

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting, Master’s degree preferred
• 5+ years of progressive experience in client finance, FP&A, or related 
  • Preferred 3+ years of experience in an Advertising Agency, Production Studio, or similar environment 
  • Preferred 2+ years of managerial experience, overseeing the work of finance analysts 
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Excellent organizational, analytical and problem solving skills
• Self-motivation to work independently
• Ability to collaborate and work in a team environment
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment
• Experience using HFM, SmartView, SAP, or other finance and accounting software
• Proficient in Excel
• Experience working in a cross-functional role

Additional Information

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