Senior Client Finance Analyst

Overview

A well-established organization in the product and marketing agency sector, with a history spanning four decades from film title production to interactive advertising and integrated marketing services, is seeking a Senior Client Finance Analyst. The organization focuses on creating human-centered experiences that bridge digital and real-world interactions by combining expertise in design, technology, and culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead revenue forecasting, manage revenue pipelines, and advise on revenue recognition for mid-tier client portfolios.
• Perform variance and Estimate at Completion (EAC) analysis with clear commentary on financial risks.
• Collaborate with account teams to prepare Statements of Work, ensuring accuracy and optimized invoicing.
• Conduct margin analysis to monitor project profitability and identify financial risks.
• Manage the full billing cycle, including accounts receivable, work in progress, and earned but unbilled revenues.
• Oversee Out-of-Pocket management, reconcile production budgets, and communicate balances to clients.
• Manage weekly payables to assist cash flow forecasting in partnership with Business Affairs.
• Ensure compliance with audit documentation and accounting standards.
• Utilize AI and advanced spreadsheet skills to automate reporting and improve financial insights.
• Present financial data to stakeholders, translating complex information for non-finance personnel.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of finance or accounting experience in professional services or technology sectors.
• Proficiency in Revenue Forecasting and Recognition, Margin Analysis, Rate Card Analysis, and Variance Analysis.
• Experience with ERP systems, preferably NetSuite.
• Familiarity with PSA/PM tools such as Productive or Mavenlink, and CRM systems like HubSpot.
• Undergraduate degree in Economics, Business, Accounting, Finance, or related experience.
• Professional fluency in English.
• US-based within Eastern or Central time zones; occasional travel may be required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a marketing or creative agency.
• MBA degree.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary range: $90,000 to $115,000, dependent on experience, qualifications, and budget considerations.

Location

• Remote position for candidates based in the US Eastern or Central time zones.

Equal Opportunity

The employer is an equal opportunity organization committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or national origin.