T&Pm is one of the world’s leading full service creative and media agencies, connecting talent and tech to drive growth for brands. Formed by the integration of The&Partnership and mSix&Partners, it brings together content and distribution into a single, holistic end-to-end marketing solution. Backed by WPP and GroupM and combined with the agility of an entrepreneurial Partner-led mindset, the multi-discipline agency spans four continents with 45 offices and over $1.25 billion dollars in billings globally. As an early adopter with the first ever AI-generated TV ad for Lexus in 2018, T&Pm is focused on harnessing AI across all its outputs with its 1,900 people already trained on WPP’s proprietary AI platform Creative Studio, to deliver enhanced outcomes for clients.

We believe in The Power of &, connecting talent & tech to fuel brand growth. Our teams blend creative, media, experience and technology specialists from across our marketing practices. The performance mindset of these teams optimises to business outcomes in every channel, fuelled by the latest innovations in AI.

Ultimately of course, we are our people. They’re the most important part of our business, so we want to make a lasting impression on them in the same way they do on us, by striving to become the most important place in their careers.

That’s why we do our best to build strong communities around them; provide the best possible opportunities for them to develop & grow; and empower them to make a difference to their clients and the world at large. Our strengths often lie in our differences, so we challenge and champion each other and our clients, to be the very best we can be

ABOUT THE ROLE:

The Client Finance Analyst is a buttoned-down professional with a strong financial acumen, understanding of corporate reporting and the ability to bridge financial requirements in a service-based environment working with finance, client services and production staff.

Reporting to the Head of Finance, you'll work closely with the team in Toronto. We run lean, so this role requires managing the full client finance workflow (start to finish). 

You love people, processes, problem-solving, team-work, and relationship-building as much you love figures and dollars! You can connect and work with people in various roles and all levels. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• On any given day the role will encompass, but not limited to, the following activities: 
• Ensure compliance with regards to policies, procedures and processes; and GAAP/SOX compliance when comes to Billing and Revenue Reporting
• Ensure all client contracts are up to date and adhered to with client billing and reporting requirements
• Lead meetings with Account teams and Production teams when required
• Review and approve job reconciliations
• Prepare monthly client revenue files
• Month-end commentary on WIP, Accrued Revenue, Deferred Revenue, Open POs and AR Aging and timely action to resolve issues
• Maintain and process a portfolio of client billing and manage the full client finance workflow
• Work with the team to determine process improvements and develop action plans
• Liaising with staff and external parties on various accounting matters
• Provide administrative support to ensure effective and efficient financial operations

YOU ARE/HAVE:

• Detail oriented, strong organizational skills and demonstrable accounting ability
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Effectively works autonomously as well as within a group, in a fast -paced environment
• Problem solving skills, excellent attention to detail, and a high level of accuracy
• Exceptional time management and multi-tasking skills
• Ensure strict confidentiality at all times

REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Post secondary education in business related discipline
• Solid finance experience with the ability to relate to procedures and processes
• Enrollment in the CPA program would be an asset but not required
• Work experience in the Advertising/PR/Media industry
• Advanced capabilities in Microsoft Excel a must, experience in Advantage a plus