Sr. Financial Analyst - Remote, United States - DEPTÂ

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WHY DEPT?

We are pioneers at heart. What this means, is that we are always leaning forward, thinking of what we can create tomorrow that does not exist today. We were born digital and we are a new model of agency, with a deep skillset in tech and marketing. That's why we hire curious, self-driven, talented people who never stop innovating.

Our culture is big enough to cope and small enough to care. Meaning, that with people across 20+ countries, we're big enough to provide you with the best tools, global opportunities, and benefits that help you thrive. While acting small by investing in you, your growth, your team, and giving you the autonomy to solve our clients' problems, no matter where you are in the world.

LOCATIONS: AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, DC, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, KY, ME, MA, MN, MI, MO, MS, NE, NC, NJ, NM, NY, OR, OH, PA, SC, TN, TX, VT, VA, WA, WI,

YOU'LL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR:

• Provide day-to-day financial support to client partners and activation leads and assist with business management at the client and project level.
• In coordination with the legal team, maintain and track client contracts for month end close and ensure compliance with revenue recognition policies.
• Partner with the senior client teams and sales in pricing client proposals, assisting in responding to RFP/Is and the development of budgets to maintain margins as needed.
• Reviewing all new and renewal client contracts as assigned and monitoring contractual relationships with clients to ensure compliance with all commercial and compensation terms.
• Maintaining and managing accurate data for clients in financial systems and reporting templates regularly.
• Actively present any issues forward with additional data reporting or presentations if needed to the Director and propose solutions to resolve concerns.
• Prepare month-end revenue recognition schedules and journal entries along with preparing client variance analysis.
• Lead client profitability meetings with C-level executives, with the ability to explain low and high margin accounts.
• Collaborate with business partners to build robust financial models to support strategic planning, facilitate decision-making, and provide recommendations and analysis to management
• Support the forecasting, month end close and annual budgeting process with focus areas on client profitability, revenue and gross margin with the client teams.
• Proactively monitor projects, estimates and rate cards to ensure accuracy as well as project activity
• Liaise with DEPT entities on intercompany transactions inclusive of reviewing and helping to set up intercompany contracts, pricing for cross sells and negotiation of rates.
• Improve and automate existing processes and systems to enhance efficiency and accuracy
• Assist in audits, including client, internal DEPT and external financial
• Partner with the Director, Resource Management and Operations on special projects and initiatives.
• Proactively report on client and business lines trends such as attrition analysis, gross margin issues, etc.
• Additional support as needed from the Director related to operationalizing the finance department and client finance.

YOU'LL NEED TO HAVE:

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or business preferred
• 3+ years experience, with at least 2 years experience in Client/Commercial Finance within an Agency or Professional Services Firm.
• Knowledge of GAAP and IFRS accounting principles and their practical application related to revenue accruals preferred (ASC 606, IFRS 15).
• Experience in with Financial Systems such as Anaplan and Netsuite
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office with emphasis on Excel skills; Experience with Google Product Suite software applications is a plus.
• Forward thinking - challenges the status quo and proactively and creatively identifies opportunities for improvement
• Ability to effectively work and communicate with finance and non-finance stakeholders
• Able to effectively manage workload, prioritize and streamline tasks to ensure accuracy and take "ownership-mentality" in work/clients/practices

WHAT DO WE OFFER?

We are a collaborative, open-door, best-idea-wins environment that fosters personal and company growth and has fun doing it. Here is a snapshot of our benefits package:

• Healthcare, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401k plan, plus matching
• PTO
• Paid Company Holidays
• Parental Leave

The anticipated salary range for this position is $70,000 - $90,000. Salary is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, expertise, physical location, and organizational impact. This is based on a 40-hour workweek and leveling. Keep in mind, we're flexible.

WE SUPPORT YOU BEING YOU:

DEPT is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We believe our work is its best when our people feel safe and free to be themselves. We're committed to an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process and workplace, regardless of anyone's identity, background, beliefs, lifestyle or disabilities. So tell us about any accommodations you need. It's totally confidential and only used to make sure you feel fully supported at every step.

DEPT participates in E-Verify, meaning your Form I-9 information will be sent to the federal government to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S.

We are a B Corp-certified company passionate about purpose-driven work. Our hope is that you can feel good about the contributions DEPT is making to the world and we always have an open door for your ideas in making the world a better place.

DEPT is a pioneering technology and marketing services company that creates integrated end-to-end digital experiences for brands such as Google, KFC, Philips, Audi, Twitch, Patagonia, eBay and more. Its team of 2,500+ digital specialists across 30+ locations on 5 continents delivers pioneering work on a global scale with a boutique culture.

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DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION

At DEPT, we take pride in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive. We actively seek to recruit, develop, nurture, and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, with varying skills and perspectives.

Not sure you meet all qualifications? Apply, and let us decide Research shows that women and members of underrepresented groups tend not to apply for jobs when they think they may not meet every requirement, when in fact they do. We believe in giving everyone a fair chance to shine.

We also encourage you to reach out to us and discuss any reasonable adjustments we can make to support you throughout the recruitment process and your time with us.

Want to know more about our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion? Check out our efforts here.

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