The Opportunity
We are seeking a finance professional to join our global Digital Services business as a Senior Client Financial Analyst. This individual will work in close association with our Partners and Project Managers to support successful project delivery, exceed client expectations, and drive positive business results.
Responsibilities:
Provide comprehensive finance and accounting support for assigned clients and projects, including:
· Develop strong relationships with key stakeholders, including ERM Partners, ERM Project Managers, client procurement departments, & client accounting personnel.
· Review of contractual documents to ensure clarity and compliance with ERM policy and best practices
· Own the order to cash process including PO receipt, project setup, billing, collections, & revenue recognition, with an emphasis on optimizing cash flow.
· Monitor and report project kpi’s and engage with Partners and Project Managers to ensure project execution is aligned with approved project models to deliver maximum project profitability.
· Coordinate global projects across international offices with multiple currencies and varied regional tax requirements
· Apply business acumen and analytical skills to seize opportunities and solve problems.
· Provide leadership and mentorship to junior financial analysts
Requirements:
· Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
· 4+ years of relevant experience
· Strong computer skills, including expertise with Excel and experience using mid- to high-level accounting software packages
· Excellent communication (written/verbal), strategic thinking, presentation, and “people” skills to interact professionally with employees and clients
· Adept at collaboration and building consensus around recommendations
· Aptitude to work with minimal direction in a highly collaborative manner to accurately meet required deadlines and deliverables while organizing and managing large amounts of data
· Ability – and desire – to lead a functional team