Chief Financial Officer for Digital Media

3 weeks ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom IPG Mediabrands Full time

About IPG Mediabrands

IPG Mediabrands is the media and marketing solutions division of Interpublic Group (NYSE: IPG). With approximately $40 billion in marketing investment globally on behalf of its clients, we provide strategic services and solutions across our award-winning agency networks. Our full-service agencies UM and Initiative, along with innovative marketing specialist companies Kinesso, Magna, Orion, Rapport, Healix, and Mediabrands Content Studio, as well as the IPG Media Lab, work together to drive business growth for our clients.

The Role

We are seeking a seasoned Chief Financial Officer to play a pivotal role in driving the strategic growth and financial health of our digital media agency. As a key member of our executive team, you will be responsible for overseeing financial operations, driving commercial performance, leading change management initiatives, and ensuring cost efficiency through restructuring and process improvements. Your strong commercial acumen will enable you to maximize profitability, improve operational efficiency, and implement business transformation strategies.

Main Responsibilities

  1. Lead the financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes to align with the company's strategic goals.
  2. Develop and implement commercial strategies to improve profitability and support the business in maximizing revenue streams across digital and media services.
  3. Provide insight and analysis on financial performance, advising the leadership team on financial risks and opportunities.
  4. Ensure working capital optimization to maintain business health and growth.
  5. Collaborate with business development and client teams to optimize financial performance through client profitability analysis, margin improvement, and cost-effective resource allocation.
  6. Lead change management initiatives related to finance, commercial processes, and business restructuring to improve operational efficiency.
  7. Champion business transformation and modernization, ensuring the adoption of digital finance tools and systems that streamline processes and improve reporting.
  8. Act as a change agent, working with various stakeholders to foster a culture of adaptability, efficiency, and innovation.
  9. Responsible for the day-to-day financial, accounting, tax, and legal operations of the various business units, including budgeting, planning, reporting, client profitability management, working capital management, tax and legal statutory compliance & reporting, management of control environment, and SOX compliance.
  10. Manage and oversee the entire book, bill, pay, reconcile process, manage API connections, and ensure the continuation of automated processes, working directly with the local MTK lead.
  11. Implement and maintain robust internal control procedures to enhance the company's control environment and ensure SOX compliance.
  12. Create quarterly and annual P&L forecasts, ensuring compliance with guidelines, corporate policy, local legislation, and corporate reporting deadlines.
  13. Collaborate with department heads and executive leadership to align financial and operational strategies across the business.
  14. Participate in new business pitches, leading negotiations for contractual Terms and Conditions and agency compensation.
  15. Assist in all client finance-related needs, including client audits.
  16. Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team, fostering a high-performance culture focused on accuracy, integrity, and efficiency.
  17. Manage media partner relationships from a financial perspective.
  18. Partner with other business units to manage the overall client relationship.
  19. Lead and manage all legal and taxation affairs with the support and guidance of corporate lawyers and tax advisors.

Desired Skills and Experience

Experience

  1. Several years of related work experience.
  2. Media or Advertising experience is highly preferred.

Education

  1. Bachelor's Degree in Finance/Economics/Business Administration majoring in Accounting and/or Finance.
  2. Accounting qualification.

Skills

  1. Commercial Acumen: Proven track record in managing the financial performance of a media or digital agency, with strong experience in pricing strategies, contract negotiation, and client profitability.
  2. Cost Efficiency & Restructuring: Expertise in cost-saving strategies, operational restructuring, and process optimization to improve profitability.
  3. Stakeholder Management: Experience interacting regularly with executives and senior managers involving complex situations, difficult decisions, or influencing and persuading other managers and peers.
  4. Communication: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
  5. Strategic Vision: The ability to balance short-term financial needs with long-term business growth, driving the company's vision forward.
  6. Problem-Solving: Proactive and innovative, with the ability to anticipate and solve financial, operational, and commercial challenges.
  7. Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and attention to detail, ensuring that financial reports, forecasts, and budgets are meticulously prepared.
  8. Hands-on knowledge & experience in utilizing Financial and Accounting systems - General Ledger, budgeting, and reporting. Media Ocean knowledge is preferred.
  9. Ability to work well under pressure and in an environment of change.

Estimated Salary Range: £70,000 - £100,000 per annum based on location and experience

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