Commercial Finance Business Partner- FTC

Commercial Finance Business Partner- FTCJoin to apply for the Commercial Finance Business Partner- FTC role at IPG Mediabrands UKIPG Mediabrands is the media and marketing solutions division of Interpublic Group (NYSE: IPG). Mediabrands manages approximately $40 billion in marketing investment globally on behalf of its clients and provides strategic services and solutions across its networks and specialist companies. Mediabrands clients include many of the world’s most recognizable brands. The company employs more than 13,000 marketing experts in more than 130 countries. For more information, please visit our website: www.ipgmediabrands.comResponsibilitiesWorking closely with the Assistant FD and agency as a blue stream finance business partner, owning the Initiative and Rapport P&L and working closely with SBUs that service blue stream clients.Working with agency leadership to prepare accurate full year P&L budgets and revenue forecasts as well as monthly flash forecastsWorking with the UK&I Reporting Team to provide variance analysis and other adhoc information as required by EMEA FP&A/RCT.Working with the Financial Control Team to escalate matters within the agencies as required (e.g. overdue debt and unbilled media).Assist in the preparation of PowerBI dashboards to explain forecasts and budgets to the Initiative and Mediabrands Executive Leadership TeamAnalysing risk in terms of revenue growth and TBG targets as well as working with the business to ensure robust cost controlOrganise and lead monthly revenue review meetings with relevant stakeholders within the businessWorking closely with the Management Accountant to ensure staff allocations and billability of employees across all crafts are up to date to ensure new hire/replacement requests are validated before being sent to comp committeePrepare and present a monthly management information pack including YTD P&L performance vs budget/forecast, a P&L flash update and a debtors/WIP/unbilled summary for escalation.Client profitability analysis and management – prepare regular client profitability summaries to share with the senior agency teams and partner with the business leads to ensure accounts are profitable and/or come up with a plan for profitability improvement.Contract management – support the FD and agency leads with contract and scope review, timesheet analysis, fee proposals and operational guidance communications including SBUs that service blue stream clients.Prepare new business FTE proposals and support the FD in putting together an overall blue stream proposal.Manage the onboarding process for new clients including credit insurance and system set ups.Provide guidance and support to two direct reports; Commercial Finance Manager and Media Finance Manager.Skills/ExperienceQualified ACA/ACCA/CIMACommercial/business partnering experience requiredExperience of people managementEmployee TransparencyAt IPG Mediabrands, we celebrate differences and believe this makes us stronger. IPG Mediabrands are equal-opportunity employers committed to championing an inclusive culture that provides a sense of belonging for all our employees. We do not discriminate against any applicant based on age, disability, race, colour, ethnicity, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, belief, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.Please reach out to our Talent Inclusion Specialist Jess at Jess.Richardson@mbww.com if you would like to have a confidential conversation regarding any adjustments that would ensure our recruitment process is accessible for you. Please note requesting a reasonable adjustment will not affect your application.The PerksWe aim to provide all our people with a supportive and fun work environment where you can develop your full potential and benefit from the broad range of opportunities within the agency. When you join us, we want to make sure you feel valued – and that you are rewarded for your fantastic work. So, we also offer a range of benefits:Flexi‑leave, with 25 days annual leave to be taken as minimum. In addition to your holiday entitlement, the office usually closes between Christmas & New YearFree breakfast and free lunchEarly finish FridaysCore Hours (Mon-Thurs, flexible start/finish times)Electric vehicle salary sacrifices car schemeInterest free season ticket loanPaid time off for VolunteeringGroup Income ProtectionLife AssurancePrivate Medical Insurance or Health Cash Plan (dependent on level)Group Personal Pension Plan with matched contributions from 3-6%Generous Parental Leave & PayEmployee Assistance ProgrammeFree eye testsFlexible benefits including Dental, Travel insurance, Cycle to Work, Gym Discounts and many more!Seniority levelNot ApplicableEmployment typeContractJob functionAdvertisingIndustriesAdvertising ServicesReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at IPG Mediabrands UK by 2xGet notified about new Commercial Finance Specialist jobs in London Area, United Kingdom. #J-18808-Ljbffr