Commercial Finance Expert

2 weeks ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Ogilvy Full time
Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Commercial Accountant to join our team at Ogilvy. As a key member of the Commercial Finance team, you will play a vital role in driving commercial acumen and best practices across the agency.

The ideal candidate will have exceptional commercial skills, excellent communication skills, and the ability to build strong relationships with clients and colleagues. You should have experience working in a fast-paced commercial environment and be able to work well under pressure to deliver results.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide thought leadership and guidance on pricing to agency and commercial finance teams
  • Identify and suggest alternative pricing mechanisms to improve revenue growth opportunities
  • Review and provide feedback on contracts and NDA's, and prepare commercial submissions for pitches
  • Represent the commercial team in meetings as required
  • Help lead the internal roll-out and management of bespoke finance training to the business
  • Ensure management information is understood and used by finance and client teams, including the management and monitoring of all margin improvement plans
  • Provide ad-hoc support to Commercial Controller on special targeted projects across key functions
  • Work with client leads on resource reforecasting and ensuring this is recorded in the capacity planning tool
  • Build a margin improvement plan for specific accounts and monitor progress against it
  • Regular catch-up with the client project managers to understand the latest scopes, staffing, capacity planning and job progress on clients
  • Lead client negotiations on your portfolio of clients and be the key contact for the client procurement departments
  • Manage and mentor a Commercial Accountant and set objectives and targets for yourself and the Commercial Accountant
  • Ensure compliance with ICFR regulations in relevant areas, particularly in relation to revenue recognition, and assist in any ICFR or other audits (external/internal)

Requirements:

  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Accountant (CA), or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) designation
  • Extensive experience in financial management and accounting
  • Strong knowledge of financial accounting principles and practices, including the ability to prepare financial statements and other reports in accordance with regulatory requirements
  • Experience with financial analysis and modelling software, as well as familiarity with ERP systems and other financial software, including advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel
  • Proven ability to lead and manage teams to achieve results in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to develop and implement financial strategies and initiatives that support the organization's goals
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make data-driven decisions
  • Excellent organizational and project management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and communicate financial information effectively to non-financial stakeholders
  • Strong conflict resolution and negotiation skills with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information
  • Familiarity with tax regulations and compliance requirements
  • Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Salary: £80,000 - £120,000 per annum

Benefits:

  • 25 days annual leave + 1 Volunteer Day
  • Bupa Healthcare
  • Enhanced Maternity, Adoption and Shared Parental Leave
  • Flexible Working Model with core working hours: 10am – 4pm
  • A 1.5:1 Matching Pension Structure
  • Wellbeing and Health: Up to £25.00 per month towards physical or online exercise class membership, Unmind membership, LifeWorks tool and annual eye tests and development budgets and Wellbeing incentives and activities throughout the year
  • Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Life Assurance

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