Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis

Apex Exchange, Llc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 75,050 - 120,159; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental insurance

401K plan

Flexible time off

Job summary

Apex Exchange, Llc in New York is seeking a motivated Manager, FP&A to lead financial planning and analysis. This role includes overseeing data management, contributing to budgets, and conducting variance analyses. Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, advanced skills in Excel, and at least 3 years of finance/media experience. The position offers a robust benefits package including medical coverage, 401(k), and flexible time off.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of finance/media experience.
• Strong attention to detail and results-driven.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee data management processes.
• Contribute to budgeting and forecasting.
• Conduct variance analysis against budget.

Skills

Financial Modeling

GAAP and IFRS knowledge

Advanced Excel

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

MS Excel

SAP

Power BI

Job description

Company description

Apex is Publicis Groupe’s futures marketplace, leveraging Publicis capital to create risk-free, value-based investment opportunities for clients. Our industry expertise, understanding of consumer and market trends, and strategic partnerships enable Apex to deliver innovative, omnichannel solutions for clients that drive a range of marketing and business goals. Apex solutions help shape the industry, drive outcomes, and keep Publicis clients ahead of trend.

Overview

The APEX Finance team is seeking a highly motivated, service-oriented manager to help lead financial planning and analysis for APEX Exchange. In this essential role, you will support budgeting, forecasting, and reporting, serving as a key contributor to the team’s overall success.

The Manager, FP&A will play a pivotal role in overseeing data management and driving process improvements, while also providing the business with ad hoc reporting support. To excel in this position, a keen eye for detail and a proactive, strategic mindset are essential for producing accurate reports and reliable forecasts. These contributions are fundamental to fostering profitable growth and advancing the organization’s overall success.

Responsibilities

• Oversee data management and reconciliation processes between Salesforce and Media Ocean to ensure accurate and consistent information across both platforms.
• Contribute to strategic and operational planning, including the preparation of annual budgets and monthly forecasts.
• Conduct variance analysis against budget and forecasts, interpreting results and assessing their impact on future outcomes.
• Prepare, analyze, and distribute monthly reports with relevant commentary to provide insights and context.
• Further enhance processes by implementing stricter controls to ensure data accuracy, streamline processes, and conduct thorough analyses for continuous improvement.
• Function as a thought leader on revenue drivers by synthesizing data to develop key performance indicators and support financial decision‑making.
• Perform ad‑hoc financial and operational analyses to guide strategies that enhance profitability and accelerate growth.
• Support month‑end close activities and related financial reporting tasks.

Qualifications

• Highly results‑driven professional with a strong work ethic and keen attention to detail, capable of working both independently and collaboratively.
• Solid understanding of Finance and Accounting principles, including GAAP, IFRS, Debits/Credits, Revenue Recognition, Accrual Accounting, Financial Modeling, Budgeting, Profitability and Variance Analysis, as well as Financial Reporting.
• Advanced skills in MS Excel for modeling (Power BI, lookups, pivot tables, etc.)
• Proficient in MS Office suite, including PowerPoint.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse groups across the agency.
• Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment.
• Enthusiastic about business and committed to continuous improvement in performance and service.
• Experience with financial reporting systems (HFM), accounting software (SAP), and media billing systems.
• 3+ years of Finance/Media Experience
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance preferred.

Additional information

Our Publicis Groupe motto "Viva La Différence" means we’re better together, and we believe that our differences make us stronger. It means we honor and celebrate all identities, across all facets of intersectionality, and it underpins all that we do as an organization. We are focused on fostering belonging and creating equitable & inclusive experiences for all talent.

Publicis Groupe provides robust and inclusive benefit programs and policies to support the evolving and diverse needs of our talent and enable every person to grow and thrive. Our benefits package includes medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401K, as well as parental and family care leave, family forming assistance, tuition reimbursement, and flexible time off.

If you require accommodation or assistance with the application or onboarding process specifically, please contact [e-mail].

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation Range: $75,050.00 - $120,159.00 Annually. This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and the Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. Temporary roles may be eligible to participate in our freelancer/temporary employee medical plan through a third‑party benefits administration system once certain criteria have been met. Temporary roles may also qualify for participation in our 401(k) plan after eligibility criteria have been met. For regular roles, the Company will offer medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401k, and paid time off.

The Company anticipates the application deadline for this job posting will be 5/24/26.