Omnicom Media is the world’s largest and most connected media and advertising organization. Bringing together leading agencies such as OMD, UM, PHD, Initiative, Kinesso, Flywheel, Annalect, TRKKN, Hearts & Science and YUNE, we combine media, data, technology, creativity and strategy in one integrated organization. We proudly work with iconic global brands like Nike, L’Oréal and McDonald’s, as well as leading local and regional clients.
Role DescriptionThe Finance & Accounting Lead acts as the right hand of the Head of Group Accounting and plays a key role within the Accounting, Compliance & Control and FP&A framework of Omnicom Media.
This is a hands-on leadership role, responsible for the day-to-day General Ledger operations, financial reporting, and the accurate recording of financial transactions. In addition, you lead and coach a team of four finance professionals, ensuring quality, efficiency, and continuous development.
You safeguard the integrity, accuracy, control, and timeliness of financial reporting, while actively contributing to an improved financial control environment. As Omnicom Media continues its (global) finance transformation, you help bring the accounting function to the next level. You are not a traditional scorekeeper, but a forward-looking finance partner who drives better business outcomes.
Key Responsibilities – General Ledger & Financial Accounting- Own and manage day-to-day General Ledger activities
- Ensure accurate and timely journal entries, accruals, and adjustments
- Manage GL accounts and prepare balance sheet reconciliations
- Contribute to month-end and year-end close for multiple entities
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards and company guidelines
- Lead, coordinate and support a team of four finance professionals
- Monitor workload, quality, and deadlines
- Actively intervene and provide coaching where needed
- Support onboarding and development of team members
- Support budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis
- Provide management reports, ad-hoc analysis and insights
- Monitor non-billed items and support timely invoicing
- Monitor debt management and intervene where necessary
- Strengthen internal controls and regulatory compliance
- Prepare audit documentation and PBC requests
- Support internal, external and customer audits
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting or related field
- 6–8+ years of accounting and control experience
- Leadership experience in a hands-on finance role
- Experience in an international environment is a plus
- Strong Excel, ERP and analytical skills
- Proactive, resilient and improvement-driven mindset
- Knowledge of BUA and WKR
As part of the Joining Omnicom Media you’ll enjoy a range of benefits, such as:
- 27 days off per year, including 26 vacation days and 1 “Celebrate You” day (based on a 40-hour workweek)
- Hybrid and flexible working options to support a healthy work-life balance—and even work from abroad for up to 14 days per year
- Comprehensive growth support, smooth onboarding with a 100-day plan and personal buddy, plus ongoing development through a strong Learning & Development team
- An inspiring environment where you’ll work with leading A-brands, collaborate with experienced international colleagues, and have the freedom and trust to take initiative and shape your role
- Healthy catering in the office, free lunch once a week, plus a variety of healthy snacks always available
- Referral Bonus – bring someone you know to Omnicom Media and enjoy a generous referral reward in return.
- A variety of group sports activities, from marathons and cycling events to walking races and internal company tournaments.
- Fun social events, including a Summer and End of Year party, pub quizzes, team outings, and themed events like Diversity Day celebration and Partners Festival
- Lease bicycle plan and travel reimbursement to support your commute and sustainable mobility
- Exclusive discounts: enjoy great deals on fashion, electronics, and leisure activities all year round
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting or related field
- 6-8+ years of accounting and control experience
- Leadership experience in a hands-on finance role
- Strong Excel, ERP and analytical skills
- Proactive, resilient and improvement-driven mindset
- Knowledge of BUA and WKR
- Experience in an international environment
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What We Do
IPG Mediabrands is the media and marketing solutions division of Interpublic Group (NYSE: IPG). IPG Mediabrands manages over $47 billion in marketing investment globally on behalf of its clients across its full-service agency networks UM, Initiative and Mediahub and through its award-winning specialized business units Healix, KINESSO, MAGNA, Mediabrands Content Studio, Orion Holdings, Rapport, and the IPG Media Lab. IPG Mediabrands clients include many of the world’s most recognizable and iconic brands from a broad portfolio of industry sectors including automotive, personal finance, consumer product goods (CPG), pharma, health and wellness, entertainment, financial services, energy, toys and gaming, direct to consumer and e-commerce, retail, hospitality, food and beverage, fashion and beauty. The company employs more than 18,000 diverse marketing communication professionals in more than 130 countries. Learn more at www.ipgmediabrands.com
