Finance Manager

Company description Publicis Groupe is a global leader in communication, operating in over 100 countries with 114,000 people globally

We help the world’s leading brands drive growth by combining creativity, media, data, technology and consulting

We are designed to help our clients thrive, with the capabilities, the experience and the understanding needed to help our clients unlock growth in a platform world

Through our Power of One approach, we bring together the right expertise from across our agencies to deliver joined up, end to end solutions. “Viva la Différence” sits at the heart of our culture

We value individuality, encourage different perspectives and believe our differences make us stronger

We are committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone can learn, grow and do the best work of their career

Overview Job Role: This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Finance Manager

Work closely with the Financial Controller to provide financial information to support the delivery of business objectives while ensuring adherence to Groupe’s policies and internal controls framework

You will be collaborative and proactive with a growth mindset, focused on process improvement and standardization

Key

Month End Reporting and Tasks Preparation of accurate management reporting in line with Groupe policies and timelines as well as relevant Accounting Standards of both P&L and Balance Sheet Ensure value-add commentary and variance analysis are provided to support financials across all brands with a focus on risks and opportunities, revenue, and operating income growth Prepare monthly accruals, prepayments, and other journals, collating appropriate support with accurate and timely journal posting Approving and managing workflow in conjunction with POs, Billings, Journals, Clients, Expenses & Jobs

Responsible for the preparation and review of accounting documentation, including PSA, Gift register, National Statistics, and other reporting

Ensure accurate balance sheet maintenance, investigate discrepancies, and present to the Financial Controller with the help of the Management Accountant

Capital Management and view with the support of the Management accountant

Process & Controls Support recharge processes and intercompany reconciliations, including intercompany billing in line with internal deadlines Assist in the preparation of internal and external audits, maintaining all support and documents within Blackline

Review and enhance financial controls in line with audit

and internal controls Collaboration with Commercial, Finance Ops, PGD and SSC teams to ensure seamless handoffs of financial processes and reporting cycles Drive continuous improvement initiatives Adherence to internal control policies and procedures

All activities are to be managed within a strong control environment, and deficiencies are to be remediated swiftly Challenge the status quo and drive best practice review

Aim to implement standardization and consistency

Approaching solutions with a 'Power of One' mindset and a UK centric lens, in collaboration with EMEA, Global and Groupe finance team Adhoc Tasks Support and Management of team members, including the Management Accountant and PGD Resources

Point of escalation of day-to-day queries and relation to AP/AR payments and other finance related questions for the production team

Ability to manage high volume & quick turnaround of production shoots on a daily basis Ad hoc requests as required Essential Experience: Fully qualified accountant (e.g

ACCA, CIMA, ACA) with significant post-qualification experience Production background as an advantage Ability to interpret and manipulate data in a logical manner Demonstrable experience in problem-solving and creating efficiencies Ability to understand the impact of financial transactions and processes Ability to explain financial controls and management to non-finance colleagues Excellent communication skills Resilience and ability to work under time pressure in a fast-moving, matrix environment Team leader and team player Familiarity with intercompany processes and recharge management #LI-CR1 Additional information Publicis Groupe offers a wide range of

to support our employees

Full details are shared when you join, but highlights include core

such as Pension, Life Assurance, and Private Medical cover, alongside enhanced policies like Reflection Days and Shared Parental Leave

You’ll also have access to a range of additional initiatives, including: 📖 Please check out the Publicis Career Page which showcases our Inclusive

and our EAG’s (Employee Action Groups)

Publicis Groupe works primarily from the office or our clients' office four days per week

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