Senior Financial Analyst

ABOUT THE ROLE:

We are currently looking for a full-time Senior Financial Analyst to support the Zeno Canada office. The Senior Financial Analyst will work closely with all members of the global Finance team and is responsible for a variety of tasks including vendor management for Zeno Canada’s key accounts, timely processing and payment of vendor invoices, maintaining different budget trackers and other ad hoc projects. Prior experience in administrative, clerical, Accounts Payable or Accounts Receivable roles in an agency or professional services setting would be a good foundation for this diverse role.

The ideal candidate has at least 3-5 years of experience in Finance, accounting or business administration. The candidate is highly organized, numbers-focused, and has great attention to detail. We are looking for someone who is proactive and professional that is eager to own management of important client relationships.

RESPONSIBLITIES:

• Service as finance manager for key accounts and ensure projects are delivered on time and on budget, and in alignment with client expectations.
• Partner with project managers and account leads on client budgeting and planning.
• Participate in accounts receivable follow up and reporting as required.
• Train Account staff on financial system processes including time entry, expense, and purchase order payment processing, missing time sheet reporting.
• Support project maintenance (opening/closing projects, billing process, contract compliance, maintaining other relevant documentation, etc.).
• Track staffing charts and consolidation of staffing charts monthly.
• Monitor timesheets, expense reports, purchase orders, and proforma invoices within the Global Financial System (GFS), ensuring accuracy and compliance with Zeno Group standards
• Review the manager transaction reporting (MTR) process weekly in GFS, ensuring compliance and accuracy during the month end close billing cycle.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all business opportunities in the Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system.
• Oversee the setup and maintenance of vendor partners in our vendor management system (VMS).
• Liaise with the Account Payable team to ensure timely processing and payment of vendor invoices. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, business management, or related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in finance or accounting in an agency or professional services.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and an aptitude for financial and client reporting systems.
• Proven to be a fast learner, able to understand systems and processes quickly.
• Strong data entry skills with attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Knack for managing multiple priorities autonomously and delivering on tight deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills: file maintenance i.e. contracts, invoices, statements of work
• Collaborative work style and a team player.
• Ability to adapt to changes in priorities and proficient in handling diverse tasks
• Ability to build relationships based on trust and respect.
• Approachable demeanor and ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Desire to grow with our growing agency.

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ABOUT US

Zeno Group is the fiercely independent and global, integrated communications agency, born from PR. We bring together the boldest and brightest talent to help clients across industries and sectors unleash the power of strategic communications. Guided by our "Fearless Pursuit of the Unexpected," we push the boundaries to achieve real business value and societal impact for clients. Winner of the industry’s most coveted awards including the 2024 PRWeek U.S. Outstanding Large Agency of the Year, 2023 PRWeek Purpose Agency of the Year, 2022 PRWeek Global Agency of the Year, 2022 PRovoke Best Large Agency to Work For in North America and a three-time winner of PRWeek’s Best Places to Work. Zeno has also been previously recognized by the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity. Zeno is a DJE Holdings Company.

ABOUT OUR BENEFITS

Healthy, happy employees make Zeno better, so we have programs that support physical, mental and financial wellness. Our culture and benefits are designed to promote flexibility, celebrate diversity and support work/life balance. We offer a variety of medical, dental and vision insurance with prescription plans, as well as short and long-term disability. Our Be Kind to Your Mind program focuses on mental health, providing a paid subscription to Headspace and access to mental health providers and other services through a best-in-class employee assistance program. Employees are encouraged to bring their authentic self to Zeno and participate in our employee resource groups which build communities for sharing and support. And while we love our work, we believe in the restorative power of time off with generous vacation, paid holidays and self-care time. Employees are supported in their pursuit of financial wellness with tuition assistance, life insurance and free access to a certified financial coach. And our unique Zeno Wellness program provides a monthly allowance to fund activities in your personal life that bring you joy and keep you healthy.