Client Commercial Finance Director

Hogarth; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Client Commercial Finance Director to oversee all client financial operations in New York. This pivotal role involves managing P&L, budgeting, and financial forecasting while collaborating with various teams to enhance profitability and ensure compliance. The ideal candidate will bring over 7 years of commercial finance experience, strong analytical skills, and a commitment to fostering a culture of creativity and collaboration. Join a dynamic team dedicated to delivering exceptional results for top global brands in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in a commercial or financial role.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive revenue growth by leading new initiatives from planning through implementation.
• Ensure timely and consistent completion of billing and financial compliance.
• Analyze staff utilization and revenue forecasts to ensure profitability.

Skills

Commercial Finance

Client Services

Analytical Skills

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Finance

MBA

Job description

Hogarth is the Global Content Experience Company. Part of WPP, Hogarth partners with one in every two of the world’s top 100 brands including Coca-Cola, Ford, Rolex, Nestlé, Mondelez and Dyson. With a breadth of experience across an extensive range of sectors, Hogarth offers the unrivaled ability to deliver relevant, engaging, and measurable content across all channels and media - both established and emerging. The number of channels at our fingertips; the need for speed; and the drive for mass personalisation, all mean that brands need different solutions. Our global team of over 7,500 craft and technology experts brings together creative, production and innovation to help clients navigate this exciting and ever-changing world of today’s content experience.

WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients and communities. Working at WPP means being part of a global network of more than 100,000 talented people dedicated to doing extraordinary work for our clients. We operate in over 100 countries, with corporate headquarters in New York, London and Singapore. WPP is a world leader in marketing services, with deep AI, data and technology capabilities, global presence and unrivalled creative talent. Our clients include many of the biggest companies and advertisers in the world, including approximately 300 of the Fortune Global 500. Our people are the key to our success. We're committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow.

We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

What does a Client Commercial Finance Director do at Hogarth?

The Client Commercial Finance Director is responsible for all client financial operations for the New York office. Reporting to the CFO, the Client Finance Director will partner with the Finance Director to manage the P&L, budget, and forecasting processes, while being solely responsible for client financial management. This includes collaborating with internal partners on the bid and estimate process, rate card development, billing, and reconciliation. The Client Finance Director may or may not have staff management responsibilities.

Reporting lines and key stakeholders

This role reports to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO). You will work closely with account teams, finance teams, and Hogarth’s global offices.

Responsibilities

1. Drive revenue growth by leading new initiatives from planning through implementation.
2. Partner with account teams and clients in the development, review, and management of SOWs and fee structures.
3. Ensure all stakeholders follow proper, documented processes for work development, bidding and estimating, fee approvals, billings, and reconciliations.
4. Develop and maintain rate cards in accordance with industry standards, agency protocol, and market conditions.
5. Review and create consistent working templates, including rate cards, WIP reports, estimating templates, and work orders.
6. Analyze staff utilization, revenue forecasts, and actuals to ensure profitability.
7. Continuously review financial processes to enhance profitability and improve effectiveness.
8. Ensure timely and consistent completion of billing.
9. Participate in monthly account reviews as a member of the core account leadership team.
10. Ensure contractual compliance on all financial matters.
11. Manage relationships with clients, agency partners, and Hogarth offices.
12. Oversee and resolve financial issues, including WIP and accounts receivable.
13. Collaborate with the Finance team on monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting.
14. Advise internal agency partners and Hogarth offices on best practices regarding US financial management.
15. Contribute to Hogarth Worldwide NY office culture by exhibiting ownership, professionalism, and leadership.

Qualifications include 7+ years of experience in a commercial or financial role, a Bachelor’s degree in Business or Finance (MBA preferred), extensive experience in Client Services, expertise in Client Finance, strong communication and leadership skills, and extensive analytical experience.

The position offers a salary range of $75,000 – $180,000, with a comprehensive benefits package. For more details, visit https://www.wpp.com/en/careers/wellbeing/benefits-at-wpp-in-the-us.

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