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Financial Assistant (Entry-Level) - 6 month FTC

IPG Mediabrands UK

London

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GBP 32,000 - 37,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Join a leading media agency as a Financial Assistant on a 6-month fixed-term contract. Support financial management and contribute to operational excellence in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Ideal for candidates pursuing finance qualifications with a desire to work in a media setting.

Benefits

Flexi-leave with 25 days annual leave

Free breakfast and lunch

Early finish Fridays

Core hours with flexible start/finish times

Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme

Interest-free season ticket loan

Paid time off for volunteering

Private Medical Insurance or Health Cash Plan

Generous Parental Leave & Pay

Flexible benefits including gym discounts

Qualifications

Interest in finance qualifications
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Organisational skills with ability to prioritize

Responsibilities

General ledger coding of invoices and reviewing POs in SAP
Assisting with the month-end close process including journals and accruals
Running and analyzing timesheet details upon request

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Organisational skills

Ability to work under pressure

Attention to detail

Team Player

Education

Pursuing finance qualifications

Financial Assistant (Entry-Level) - 6 month FTC

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Financial Assistant (Entry-Level) - 6 month FTC

Join to apply for the Financial Assistant (Entry-Level) - 6 month FTC role at IPG Mediabrands UK

IPG Mediabrands is the media and marketing solutions division of Interpublic Group (NYSE: IPG). Mediabrands manages approximately $40 billion in marketing investment globally on behalf of its clients and provides strategic services and solutions across its award-winning, full-service agency networks UM and Initiative and through its innovative marketing specialist companies Kinesso, Magna, Orion, Rapport, Healix, Mediabrands Content Studio and the IPG Media Lab. Mediabrands clients include many of the world’s most recognizable and iconic brands from a broad portfolio of industry sectors. The company employs more than 13,000 marketing experts in more than 130 countries representing the full diversity of humanity. For more information, please visit our website: www.ipgmediabrands.com.

Role Description

This is a 6 month FTC.

The role will support the team in the financial management of Mediabrands Limited and Mediabrands EMEA, reporting into the Financial Conroller. The job will require you to work closely with the other Finance Assistants and Junior Management Accountants, ensuring the smooth running of the agencies finances.

The Finance team consists of 70 permanent staff headed up by the EMEA CFO. The department adds value to the agencies within Mediabrands by providing operational support and best practice.

The Finance Assistant shall contribute towards the everyday financial administration of the Mediabrands Limited and Mediabrands EMEA in a fast paced, dynamic environment from the initial coding of costs through to post reporting analysis.

Key Responsibilities

General ledger coding of invoices and reviewing POs in SAP for all office costs incurred
Assisting with the month-end close process by creating and posting journals, accruals and prepayments
Running and Analysing Timesheet details upon request
Completing the detailed P&L analysis
Arranging intercompany recharges
Affiliate Fee billing and credit control
Completing schedules in Hyperion at Month End.
Reviewing personal and company credit card expenses
Entering financial forecasts and completing schedules in the reporting tool
Assisting in responding to frequent queries from senior management, controllers, non-finance employees and auditors

Desired Skills & Experience

Interested in pursuing studies in finance qualifications
Analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise tasks
Ability to work well under pressure, working accurately with attention to detail, and meeting deadlines
Desire to work in Finance within a Media Agency
Ability to be flexible and “hit the ground running”
Team Player

Employee Transparency

At Mediabrands and Kinesso, we celebrate difference and believe this makes us stronger. Mediabrands and Kinesso are equal opportunity employers and committed to championing an inclusive culture that provides a sense of belonging for all our employees. We do not discriminate against any applicant based on age, disability, race, colour, ethnicity, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, belief, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Please reach out to our Talent Inclusion Specialist Jess at Jess.Richardson@mbww.com if you would like to have a confidential conversation regarding any adjustments that would ensure our recruitment process is accessible for you. Please note requesting a reasonable adjustment will not affect your application.

The Perks

We aim to provide all our people with a supportive and fun work environment where you can develop your full potential and benefit from the broad range of opportunities within the agency. When you join us, we want to make sure you feel valued – and that you are rewarded for your fantastic work. So, we also offer a range of benefits:

Flexi–leave, with 25 days annual leave to be taken as minimum. In addition to your holiday entitlement, the office usually closes between Christmas & New Year
Free breakfast and free lunch
Early finish Fridays
Core Hours (Mon-Thurs, flexible start/finish times)
Electric vehicle salary sacrifices car scheme
Interest free season ticket loan
Paid time off for Volunteering
Group Income Protection
Life Assurance
Private Medical Insurance or Health Cash Plan (dependent on level)
Group Personal Pension Plan with matched contributions from 3-6%
Generous Parental Leave & Pay
Employee Assistance Programme
Free eye tests
Flexible benefits including Dental, Travel insurance, Cycle to Work, Gym Discounts and many more!

Seniority level

Seniority level
Entry level

Employment type

Employment type
Full-time

Job function

Job function
Advertising and Marketing
Industries
Marketing Services

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