Analyst, Finance Operations

Business Overview 

IPG Mediabrands is the media and marketing solutions division of Interpublic Group (NYSE: IPG). IPG Mediabrands manages over $47 billion in marketing investment globally on behalf of its clients across its full-service agency networks UM, Initiative and Mediahub and through its award-winning specialty business units Healix, Kinesso, MAGNA, Mediabrands Content Studio, Orion Holdings, Rapport, and the IPG Media Lab. IPG Mediabrands clients include many of the world’s most recognizable and iconic brands from a broad portfolio of industry sectors including automotive, personal finance, consumer product goods (CPG), pharma, health and wellness, entertainment, financial services, energy, toys and gaming, direct to consumer and e-commerce, retail, hospitality, food and beverage, fashion and beauty. The company employs more than 18,000 diverse marketing communication professionals in more than 130 countries. Learn more at www.ipgmediabrands.com. 

Position Summary

The Analyst, Finance Operations plays a critical role in overseeing and streamlining financial operations within the agency. This position ensures timely and accurate partner payments, acts as a key point of contact across various financial functions, and collaborates with multiple teams, including GCC, Shared Services, Client Strategy, Investment, and Operations.

As our operations expand, this role will integrate additional billing functions, including Barter and Principal deals, ensuring seamless execution across all areas. The Finance Analyst will also serve as a trainer and backup resource, ensuring continuity in financial processes.

Responsibilities

• Billing & Financial Processes
• Communicate with AORs and Client Strategy to resolve delays in invoice clearance and pending client funds.
• Collaborate with Investment and Investment Ops to ensure partners receive the most updated financial information.
• Push for timely and accurate completion of bank trackers to reduce buys/invoice discrepancies.
• Onboard Barter and Principal Deals billing functions.
• Oversee Programmatic Aging, including weekly meetings to review aged invoices/unconfirmed activity and report preparation.
• Execute Programmatic: Permission to Pay Matchpay and Programmatic: DSP Matchpay.
• Maintain and update the Programmatic P2/Reconciliation Payment Tracker.

• Data Management & Process Improvement
• Utilize Excel templates and internal databases to create Orion-specific financial documents.
• Update Vendor Open Invoices Statements and coordinate with various groups, including Client Strategy, Shared Services, Investment, and Operations, to provide vendors with the most updated and detailed information.
• Establish and maintain positive and professional relationships with Orion staff across disciplines.
• Assist with ad hoc operational requests to support finance and media investment operations.
• Support the integration of Barter and Principal deal billing functions into existing financial workflows.

Desired Skills & Experience

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, with a focus on Microsoft Excel (Excel baseline requirements: VLOOKUP, SUMIFS, PIVOTS, etc.)
• Exceptional organizational skills with a high attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Analytical mindset and entrepreneurial spirit
• Thrives on accomplishing tasks accurately and efficiently
• Maintain a high level of integrity and be a team player
• Ability to prioritize, shift attention when prompted, and work in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with MediaOcean products (PRISMA) a plus
• Mediabrands does not require candidates to have a college degree

We See You  

At IPG Mediabrands, we are unified behind a commitment to fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging. Together, we shine through a set of shared values and behaviors. We take pride in our responsibility to our clients, communities, and to each other. We embrace differences and recognize the unique value that each of us brings to our community.  

We encourage you to apply, as unique backgrounds, perspectives, and lived experiences are welcomed.   

We See You at IPG Mediabrands. 

We offer a Total Rewards package that includes medical and dental coverage, 401(k) plans, flex spending, life insurance, disability, employee discount program, employee stock purchase program and paid family benefits to support you and your family. To give you the ability to better meet your personal needs, and in support of your physical and emotional well-being, you will receive discretionary time off days and company-wide Appreciation Weeks and Wellness Days. 

We also offer a competitive Total Compensation package, including a competitive salary and eligibility for an annual discretionary incentive award or a relevant incentive award. 

The salary range for this position is posted below.  Where an employee or prospective employee is paid within this range will depend on, among other factors, actual ranges for current/former employees in the subject position, market considerations, budgetary considerations, tenure and standing with the Company (applicable to current employees), as well as the employee’s/applicant’s skill set, level of experience, and qualifications.   

It is the policy of Mediabrands, division of the Interpublic group, to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, veteran status, disability, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law. 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the American with Disabilities Act of 1990. The job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity. Essential and other job functions are subject to modification. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

For applicants to jobs in the United States: In compliance with the current Americans with Disabilities Act and state and local laws, if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position with Mediabrands, please email [email protected].

About IPG Mediabrands 

IPG Mediabrands is the media and marketing solutions division of Interpublic Group (NYSE: IPG). IPG Mediabrands manages over $47 billion in marketing investment globally on behalf of its clients across its full-service agency networks UM, Initiative and Mediahub and through its award-winning specialty business units Healix, Kinesso, MAGNA, Mediabrands Content Studio, Orion Holdings, Rapport, and the IPG Media Lab. IPG Mediabrands clients include many of the world’s most recognizable and iconic brands from a broad portfolio of industry sectors including automotive, personal finance, consumer product goods (CPG), pharma, health and wellness, entertainment, financial services, energy, toys and gaming, direct to consumer and e-commerce, retail, hospitality, food and beverage, fashion and beauty. The company employs more than 18,000 diverse marketing communication professionals in more than 130 countries. Learn more at www.ipgmediabrands.com.