Dentsu is a modern marketing solutions company. Our mission is to help clients navigate, progress and thrive in a world of change. Businesses rely on our integrated network of agencies and specialized practices to champion meaningful progress through creative, media, commerce, data and technology. Part of Dentsu Group, our global network comprises 66,000 diverse people in 143 countries, who are dedicated to teaming for growth and good. Some of our award-winning agencies include 360i, Carat, dentsumcgarrybowen, DEG, dentsuX, iProspect and Merkle. Follow us on Twitter @DentsuUSA and visit dentsu.com/us. 

Diversity is embedded in who we are and all that we do: our mindset, our solutions, and our teams to empower an inclusive, equitable environment. We put our people at the center, creating space for growth, understanding and learning so they can thrive. Our differences make us richer and enable stronger relationships with each other and foster greater impact for our clients. We engage with our communities to drive positive social impact by fostering equity and working to create a digital society that works for all.

This role is focused on supporting the commercial relationship with a portfolio of key global accounts.  This includes client management and interaction, leading external and internal forecasts, reporting requirements, contract reviews and pricings.  

It requires a dedicated individual, with a strong understanding of financial matters, and close attention to detail.

Key Accountabilities

The key responsibilities of the role are to support the VP, Group Commecial Director through:

1. Client management – manage client commercial conversations including contract management, pricing, reporting, and ad-hoc needs
2. P&L management – manage the client P&L including monthly forecast and actuals reconciliation.  Present the monthly forecast to executive management and utilize to manage and approve costs including staffing, intercompany transfers, and accrual management
3. External client reporting – ensuring we are contractually compliant with the ongoing reporting requirements
4. U.S. Fee File management – Financially manage the U.S. fee file to track signed projects to budget and proactively address staffing gaps
5. Project pricing – Utilize Fee File management to work cross-functionally to price projects
6. Cost Management – provide guidance on key cost initiatives and reporting
7. Contract compliance – ensure contractual compliance of all financial obligations to each international client, often dealing with external & internal auditors and client procurement teams.
8. Balance Sheet Review – ensure that commentary on outstanding balances are updated on a monthly basis and actioned in a timely manner.

• 8 – 12 years of relevant finance qualification/experience (client finance, commercial, FP&A).
• Global and/or client experience a plus.
• Commercially minded with a ability to proactively identify issues and create solutions.
• Ability to interact with senior internal and external stakeholders.
• Attention to detail and process-minded, ability to work cross-functionally.
• Naturally curious to interrogate and validate financial information.
• Self-starter, highly motivated and able to work to their own initiatives.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines through excellent project management skills.
• Ability to explain financial information to non-financial people.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office.
• Experience with Nexelus, Salesforce and Microsoft Dynamics a plus.

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $94,000-$152,375. Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors including relevant experience, knowledge, skills and other factors permitted by law. Additionally, this position is eligible for discretionary incentive compensation. The company's incentive compensation plan is subject to change. A range of medical, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and/or other benefits also are available. For more information regarding dentsu benefits, please visit dentsubenefitsplus.com 

Part of dentsu, dentsu international helps clients to win, keep and grow their best customers and achieve meaningful progress for their businesses. With best-in-class services and solutions in media, CXM, and creative, dentsu international operates in over 145 markets worldwide with more than 46,000 dedicated specialists. Follow us on social @dentsuUSA. Applicants from diverse or underrepresented backgrounds encouraged to apply.

Employees from diverse or underrepresented backgrounds encouraged to apply.
Dentsu (the "Company") is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee of the Company, on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage or citizenship, disability, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information, or any other legally-recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done that will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing an undue hardship on the Company. Please contact [email protected] if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process or to request or discuss an accommodation in connection with a job at the Company to which you are applying.

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About dentsu 
Dentsu is the network designed for what’s next, helping clients predict and plan for disruptive future opportunities in the sustainable economy. Taking a people-centered approach to business transformation, dentsu combines Japanese innovation with a diverse, global perspective to drive client growth and to shape society www.dentsu.com. 

We are champions for meaningful progress and we strive to be a force for good—for our people, for our clients, for the industry and for our society. We keep our people at the center, creating space for growth, understanding and learning so they can thrive. We embed diversity, in our mindset, in our solutions and in our teams to empower an inclusive, equitable and culturally fluent environment. Building this culture within our teams makes us better collaborators with each other and with our clients, driving better outcomes for all.

Dentsu (the "Company") is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee of the Company, on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage or citizenship, disability, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information, or any other legally-recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done that will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing an undue hardship on the Company. Please contact your recruiter if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process or to request or discuss an accommodation in connection with a job at the Company to which you are applying.