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Overview

Reporting to the Omnicom Practice Area Director and Finance Manager, and working closely with the Practice Area CFO, the Senior Financial Analyst serves as the primary liaison to agencies—helping the Practice Area and DAS Network interpret and analyze financial data to drive improved business performance. This role requires building strong relationships with each agency’s financial management team, particularly agency CFOs and Controllers.

The Senior Financial Analyst is a key member of the Practice Area Corporate team, with regular interaction with the Practice Area CEO, executive leadership, and agency leaders. This position offers a career path that may lead to a role within an agency or advancement to a more senior financial position within the Practice Area or Network.

Responsibilities

Financial Compliance & Reporting

+ Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting to the Practice Area and DAS Network.

+ Communicate any issues or delays to the Practice Area team for follow up.

+ Update systems team with relevant agency information as needed.

+ Follow up directly with agencies to ensure compliance.

+ Maintain shared files to monitor and clarify performance variances.

+ Provide on-site agency support for compliance with Omnicom financial policies and procedures, including onboarding of acquisitions and support for special projects.

Financial Analysis & Business Insight

+ Consolidate and report monthly agency submissions across assigned disciplines, including:

+ Actual P&L results

+ Monthly reforecasts

+ Collaborate with the Practice Area team to analyze, investigate, and document monthly variances by comparing Actuals to prior year, Plan, and Reforecast.

+ Conduct quarterly reviews of Balance Sheet and Financial Reporting Pack (FRP) submissions:

+ Identify and analyze variances, providing support for key accounts.

+ Compare forecasts to historical and planned results.

+ Perform ad hoc financial analyses as required to support business needs.

Client Partnership & Strategic Insight

+ Collaborate closely with key client leads to understand strategic objectives and align financial support accordingly.

+ Provide tailored financial insights to support decision-making for OPRG’s largest clients.

+ Analyze large and complex data sets using advanced analytics techniques to extract insights that drive strategic decision-making and business growth.

+ Translate data analysis into clear, actionable recommendations that enable client leads to make informed decisions that optimize financial outcomes.

Working Capital Management

+ Review and analyze agency submissions for:

+ Cash forecasts and variances between forecasted and actual results

+ Accounts Receivable (A/R), Work in Progress (WIP), and Unbilled A/R

+ Engage with agencies to address significant trends or issues.

+ Attend monthly regional Working Capital calls.

+ Summarize and present data during monthly Working Capital to Cash calls with Treasury.

Ad Hoc & Cross-Functional Support

+ Support the Practice Area team with ad hoc analysis and special projects as needed.

+ Respond to various data and analysis requests from the Practice Area, DAS Network, and Omnicom leadership.

Qualifications

+ Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

+ Minimum of 2–3 years of relevant experience

+ Advanced Excel skills required; proficiency in the full Microsoft Office Suite

+ Experience with Oracle HFM, OneStream, or similar financial reporting tools is a plus

+ Industry experience in PR, advertising, media, consulting, or client services preferred

+ Self-starter with a strong desire to learn, grow, and take initiative—we’re looking for someone hungry to build their career

+ Audit or public accounting background is a plus

+ Strong analytical skills with excellent attention to detail; ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills

+ Ability to collaborate effectively across multiple teams in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

+ High level of discretion and professionalism in handling confidential information

The anticipated U.S. salary range for this position is $80,000 - $100,000.

Salary is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications and geography. A range of medical, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, paid time off and/or other benefits also are available.

We value skill, potential and passion over experience so if you are someone who wants to play “above your level”, we look forward to meeting you!

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. Visit our web site at www.omnicomgroup.com . We are an equal opportunity employer. Only candidates under consideration will be contacted