Langland was established in 1991. Since then, we have grown to over 100 permanent staff  – with offices in Windsor and New York. In November 2015 we became part of Publicis Health, the largest health-oriented agency network globally and an integral part of the worldwide Publicis Groupe.

Creativity is at the heart of everything we do, and we believe in the power of ideas to transform businesses and help people lead healthier lives. We were named Cannes Lions Health Agency of the Year in 2014 and 2015, Global Healthcare Agency of the Year in 2011, 2012, 2013, 2015 and 2016, and we have been honoured with six Best of Show awards at the IPA Best of Health.

Our clients are some of the biggest and most exciting names in health and wellness – companies with products and services that make a real difference to people’s lives. Our reputation as champions of creativity is well established. As the world’s most creatively awarded healthcare advertising agency, we continuously strive to innovate with category-first ideas.

In short, we turn healthcare intelligence into creative engagement.    

About the role

Langland looking for a talented Senior Finance Analyst to join our fast paced and dynamic team. The successful candidate must be enthusiastic and a self-starter with a passion for numbers and reporting. As a Senior Finance Analyst, you’ll have a varied role which will involve managing multiple stakeholders and working closely with the Finance Manager and Senior Commercial Controller at all times, so you’ll need to be proactive, thinking about future needs and keeping one step ahead.

Job Responsibilities and Critical Job Criteria:

Financial Expertise

• Responsible for performing the day- to-day general ledger accounting and reconciliations.
• Monitor and reconcile general ledger, providing accurate and complete analysis of the accounts.
• Assist with month-end and year-end close and for the preparation and analysis of the monthly financial reporting.
• Assist with the Financial Reporting requirements package.
• Perform Balance Sheet account reconciliations, account analysis, accrual calculations, and other related accounting documents/schedules.
• Prepare and post journal entries.
• Supports the month-end process and reporting cycles, producing relevant budgetary information.
• Monitor compliance with corporate policies and procedures.
• Monitor agency expenses – support cost accrual.
• Supports the client finance team in selectively gathering relevant financial information to analyse financial results.
• Knowledge of regulatory environment and industry to develop and evaluate agency financial processes and controls.
• Works with internal and external auditors - gathering and providing necessary information.

Client Relationship Expertise

• Models a positive, approachable, and professional manner and demonstrates a willingness to work with internal clients to meet their needs.
• Develops, manages and advances relationships with team members and clients.
• Works with clients and team members to identify their needs and recommend potential courses of action.
• Maintains trust and credibility with team members and other colleagues by quickly responding to their needs - always following up and delivering high-quality work.
• Readily adjusts priorities to respond to pressing and changing demands.
• Uses others' time appropriately (e.g. gathering input from team members).
• Persuades by presenting facts, analysis and solutions in a way that addresses the business need.

Other duties (as required)

• HFM entry and local P&L package preparation.
• Reviewing billability with relevant department heads.
• Revenue/costs variance explanations.
• Ensuring that Inter-company invoices are appropriately processed.
• Tracking of A/R and WIP balances.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

• You’ll have prior experience in a similar level position, operating at a Finance analyst level
• We are ideally looking for experience of working within a marketing/advertising/creative agency or similar industry.
• You will need to have a relevant finance or accountancy qualification.
• You’ll be personable, well-spoken, engaging and have the ability to develop internal relationships and present with a powerful, persuasive style.
• SAP, HFM (Oracle) and SmartView knowledge is desirable but not essential.
• Advanced excel skills with lookup and pivot table knowledge.