About this opportunity
Publicis Groupe lists this Analyst, Financial Reporting & Controls opportunity in chicago, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Company description
nPublicis Groupe is a global leader in communication and is positioned at every step of the value chain, from consulting to execution, combining marketing transformation and digital business transformation. Through a unified and fluid organization, Publicis Groupe partners with its clients across communication, media, data and technology to ensure access to the full breadth of capabilities in every market. Present in over 100 countries, Publicis Groupe employs around 103,000 professionals.
nOverview
nThis individual will pay a key role in the management of the Agency’s Financial Reporting and Controls department. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to the coordination of monthly intercompany activity, month end general ledger close as well the monthly financial reporting to Publicis. The Analyst provides assurance that the general ledger is in compliance with GAAP and the Publicis Corporate Policies (JANUS). This individual will also assist in the annual and interim external financial statement audits.
nAnalyst works independently and self analyzes their data and reports. The Analyst works to identify issues, develops POVs, and offers ideas to their manager that can drive results to meet and/or exceed targets and to create efficiencies. This position interacts with and builds relationships with agency staff at all levels.
nResponsibilities
nGeneral Ledger
nnnAssist in review of the all balance sheet account reconciliations as prepared Re:Sources
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nnEnsure compliance with GAAP, IFRS, JANUS and Agency Finance Policies
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nnPrepares various monthly journal entries in conformance to Publicis Company Policy (JANUS) and GAAP
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nnReview financials daily during month end close to ensure accuracy
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nnAssist Job Management team in researching issues on jobs
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n nFinancial Reporting
nnnAssist in the preparation of the monthly Balance Sheet and P&L in the required format for upload into the Hyperion Reporting System
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nnEnsure the accuracy of the Hyperion reporting schedules that are sent to Publicis for consolidation
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nnAssist in preparation of the Corporate Accounting processes in compliance with all of the identified Internal Control (FMC) requirements
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nnAssist manager with any new system implementations related to Financial Reporting
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n nAudits
nnnAssist with external audits for Year-End, hard closes and revenue testing
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nnAssist with Publicis Internal audits
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nnAssist with Financial Monitor Control, Test of Control and Walk-Through audits
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n nOther
nnnIdentify opportunities for process improvements and assist the Director of Financial Reporting and Controls on drafting common and efficient processes across USMS
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nnPerform other special projects as necessary
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nnAssist with Intercompany reconciliations
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n nQualifications
nEducation/ Work Experience
nnnBachelor degree in Accounting or Finance, CPA is a plus
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nn1-2 years relevant work experience with preference for service industry background
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nnProficiency with Microsoft applications specifically Excel and Word
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n nKnowledge /Skills
nnnKnowledge of general accounting principles
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nnStrong communication skills and ability to work with a wide range of people
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nnExcellent organizational, analytical and problem solving skills
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nnAbility to work independently as well as in a team environment
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nnAbility to learn quickly in a fast paced environment
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nnSelf-motivator, out of the box thinker with passion to drive reengineering throughout Finance
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nnSAP and Hyperion knowledge preferred
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n nAdditional information
nOur Publicis Groupe motto “Viva La Différence” means we’re better together, and we believe that our differences make us stronger. It means we honor and celebrate all identities, across all facets of intersectionality, and it underpins all that we do as an organization. We are focused on fostering belonging and creating equitable & inclusive experiences for all talent.
nPublicis Groupe provides robust and inclusive benefit programs and policies to support the evolving and diverse needs of our talent and enable every person to grow and thrive. Our benefits package includes medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401K, as well as parental and family care leave, family forming assistance, tuition reimbursement, and flexible time off.
nIf you require accommodation or assistance with the application or onboarding process specifically, please contact
nAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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nCompensation Range: USD $50,065.00 - USD $66,360.00/Annually. This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and the Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. Temporary roles may be eligible to participate in our freelancer/temporary employee medical plan through a third-party benefits administration system once certain criteria have been met. For regular roles, the Company will offer medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401k, and paid time off. The Company anticipates the application deadline for this job posting will be 10/20/2026.
Worksite address
chicago, IL, 60290, US
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