Media Finance Lead - Client Budgets & Billing

PHD; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 57,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

PHD, part of Omnicom, seeks a Client Finance Manager to lead budget management, billing, reporting, and AR for multiple clients. You will coordinate across business units and act as the primary liaison between agency teams and clients to ensure timely deliverables.

The role requires 4–6 years in client finance or related fields, a Bachelor’s in Business, and strong Excel skills. OT-friendly, fast-paced environment with opportunity to grow within Omnicom network.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, preferably Accounting or Finance.
• 4–6 years related work experience; marketing/advertising industry experience a plus; prior client management experience required.
• Ability to adapt and thrive in a fast paced, client service environment.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and deadlines for multiple stakeholders; intellectual curiosity and excellent problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage client finance efforts for multiple clients, working internally across business units and externally with clients.
• Take ownership of the client finance workflow, including budget management, billing, reporting, and accounts receivable management.
• Plan and coordinate client finance deliverables across business units to ensure timeliness and quality.
• Function as the primary liaison between the agency Budget Management Group, agency business units, and clients for all client finance matters.
• Communicate effectively and responsibly within agency network and externally to clients - Establish and nurture strong relationships with clients and agency business units alike.
• Attend periodic client and departmental meetings as needed.

Skills

Client management

Communication

Time management

Excel proficiency

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Detail oriented

Learning quickly

Education

Bachelor's in Business

Tools

Excel

Job description

PHD, part of Omnicom, seeks a Client Finance Manager to lead budget management, billing, reporting, and AR for multiple clients. You will coordinate across business units and act as the primary liaison between agency teams and clients to ensure timely deliverables.

The role requires 4–6 years in client finance or related fields, a Bachelor’s in Business, and strong Excel skills. OT-friendly, fast-paced environment with opportunity to grow within Omnicom network.