Finance Analyst

WHO WE ARE

We are IPG Mediabrands, a CLIENT-FIRST, CONSULTING-LED, COMMUNITY-DRIVEN group of 18,000 media and marketing specialists in over 130 countries on a mission to ensure our clients win in the marketplace. In 2007, Mediabrands or MB was born in the global arena under the parent company InterPublic Group (NYSE: IPG) which is currently headquartered in New York City, USA.

Through our portfolio of brands, and culture of collaboration, we offer the media and marketing capabilities it takes to invest smarter and grow our client's businesses now and in the future. Through our diverse community of people and leaders, we offer teams of experts who thrive in a culture of excellence and equity. Through our commitment to brand values and media responsibility, we offer leadership to help our clients always act in the best interests of the communities they serve.

In the Philippines, IPG Mediabrands was founded in 2015 by the late and beloved Venus Reyes-Navalta and is registered in SEC as IPG Mediabrands Philippines, Inc. We are structured in the country as an umbrella company of a number of brands or business units such as UM (media agency), Initiative (media agency), Magna, Orion, MediaBrands Content Studio (MBCS) plus our now affiliates Kinesso, Reprise (performance marketing) and Matterkind (programmatic / addressable media) which unified into one business unit still called Kinesso that incorporated its own company in 2021 to form Kinesso Philippines, Inc.

We are looking for a FINANCE ANALYST who can join our support team.

THE FINANCE ANALYST ROLE

RESPONSIBILITIES

Ensure Data Accuracy

• The Finance Analyst - FP&A check that data is accurate and conduct audits to maintain truthful and precise data in documents.

Analyze Financial Information

• Analyzing and interpreting financial information, the Finance Analyst- FP&A provide assurance that information complies with professional and regulatory standards. Ensures that data supports budgeting and forecasting requirements, and they provide solutions to control issues.

Support Monthly and Annual Close Processes and Budgets

• At the end of the month or year or during the budget submission the Finance Analyst- FP&A record information such as accrual, deferral, reclass, and interdepartmental entries into the company's accounting ledger. They perform account analysis to make sure that entries and balances are correct.

Reconcile Accounts

• On a regular basis the Finance Analyst- FP&A reconcile accounts with the general ledger. Ensuring that all entries are accurate and that transactions are reported in accordance with accounting standards and BIR regulations.

Prepare Journal Entries

• With appropriate supporting documentation, Finance Analyst- FP&A analyze the journal entries relating to the entities. Ensuring that entries align with US GAAP

Taxation

• Will help the Sr. Finance Analyst on the preparation of tax returns.

DESIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Graduate of a Bachelor's degree in Accountancy; CPA license is an advantage
• Preferably with 1 to 2 years of related work experience.
• Proactive and detail-oriented
• Strong time management, organizational and analytical skills since this role will handle analysis of accounting entries, assist in budgeting and forecasting
• Experience in assisting during tax assessments/reconciliations for BIR and year-end audits is preferred
• Proven ability to work independently and as part of an integrated team
• Highly organized, conscientious, with the ability to multi-task and work well under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work successfully within a team, handling multiple projects and meeting tight deadlines under pressure
• Excellent problem solving, organizational, and analytical skills, while being accommodating and adaptable to changing business needs and requests
• Working knowledge in SAP or Oracle is an advantage
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs especially Word and Excel
• Amenable to a flexible hybrid work arrangement with at least twice a week office reporting at Two NEO, BGC, Taguig City.

If you believe that the team and this role might be perfect for YOU, go ahead and click on LinkedIn's Easy Apply to start the process.

IPG Mediabrands is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

Thank you in advance for your interest in IPG Mediabrands Philippines, Inc.!