Regional Finance Analyst

**Who We Are**:
At VML, we are a beacon of innovation and growth in an ever-evolving world. Our heritage is built upon a century of combined expertise, where creativity meets technology, and diverse perspectives ignite inspiration. With the merger of VMLY&R and Wunderman Thompson, we have forged a new path as a growth partner that is part creative agency, part consultancy, and part technology powerhouse.

Our global family now encompasses over 30,000 employees across 150+ offices in 64 markets, each contributing to a culture that values connection, belonging, and the power of differences. Our expertise spans the entire customer journey, offering deep insights in communications, commerce, consultancy, CRM, CX, data, production, and technology. We deliver end-to-end solutions that result in revolutionary work.

As a Regional Finance Analyst - Commercial, you will be responsible for the following tasks:
**Client Profitability (Quarterly)**:

- Analyze Client Profitability (CP) on a quarterly basis, examining Contribution Margin Percentage (CM%) variances by office and clients.
- Retrieve CM% data from the Business Financial Center (BFC), utilizing a tab for each office and client to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Review submitted CP working files from offices, identifying inconsistencies and highlighting clients requiring follow-up with Client Services.
- Investigate methods to align CP processes for Jun Year-To-Date (YTD) analysis if feasible.

**Client Price Increase (Monthly)**:

- Facilitate monthly Client Price Increase assessments, ensuring timely and accurate implementation.
- Monitor Net Working Capital (NWC) aging for selected global clients, initiating follow-up actions as necessary.

**Monthly Forecast and Budget**:

- Respond to monthly requests regarding Accounts Receivable (AR), Accrued Revenue, and Flash numbers.

**Tracking**:

- Collaborate with two collaborating offices to determine the parameters tracked in the MORE tracker, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.

**Senior Billability**:

- Coordinate Senior Billability exercises on a monthly basis, engaging with offices and headquarters to track Billability targets versus Utilization and identify and escalate any issues.

**Client Contract (Ad Hoc)**:

- Handle ad hoc tasks related to client contracts, including the quarterly submission of client's invoice details and the collection of local contracts for global and ad hoc requests.

**Job Requirements**:

- Degree in Finance/Accounting with professional qualification (preferably CIMA or equivalent)
- Min 5 - 8 years work experience in similar capacity in fast-paced and dynamic environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with Regional stakeholders.
- Strong understanding of principles, practices and regulations.
- Strong data analytical skills with attention to detail.
- Prior experience in client profitability analysis and contract management preferred.

At VML, we are committed to fostering an all-inclusive work environment that is both rewarding and career-forward. Our Inclusion, Equity & Belonging initiatives, alongside the VML Foundation, reflect our dedication to giving back and making a positive impact in our communities and beyond. Our people are the heartbeat of our organization—creators, doers, innovators, makers, and thinkers—who drive not just marketing, but meaningful experiences that resonate in every action and interaction.

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