Finance Executive / Senior Finance Executive

About Omnicom Media

Omnicom Media is a leading global media management network operating across 70+ markets with a vast portfolio including prominent media agencies and data analytics firms. It leverages its Omni Intelligence Platform and major assets such as Acxiom RealID™, Flywheel, and Q™ to empower brands to grow effectively and smartly.

Role Overview

The Finance Executive or Senior Finance Executive will oversee comprehensive media finance operations, including client billing, revenue recognition, vendor payments, and compliance enforcement. Acting as a vital financial partner to commercial and business teams, the role focuses on enhancing operational efficiency, financial governance, and process improvements across multiple client accounts and media projects.

Primary Responsibilities

• Manage full cycle of media project finance and client billing, ensuring timely, accurate revenue recognition aligned with contracts.
• Verify media plans, client purchase orders, and cost estimates for necessary approvals before project commencement.
• Monitor Work-in-Progress (WIP), perform routine reconciliations, and facilitate prompt billing and cost recoveries.
• Address and resolve any billing issues, client disputes, or reconciliation discrepancies swiftly.
• Collaborate with Business, Commercial, and Media teams to monitor project financials including profitability and billing status.
• Conduct regular reviews with stakeholders to spot risks, revenue leakages, and overdue balances.
• Guide business teams on contractual financial requirements and billing procedures.
• Coordinate with vendors and internal accounts departments to enable smooth invoice processing and payments.
• Ensure accuracy of costs associated with client projects and assist in vendor reconciliations.
• Prepare monthly financial and management reports, perform balance sheet reconciliations, and analyze variances for management attention.
• Support month-end and year-end financial closure activities.
• Maintain adherence to company policies, statutory regulations, internal controls, and client compliance requirements.
• Manage audit processes by providing necessary documentation and responding to audit queries.
• Maintain comprehensive audit records related to billing, revenue, and payments.
• Identify potential control weaknesses and recommend process enhancements for improved governance.
• Lead continuous process improvement initiatives focusing on billing, reconciliations, reporting, and operational finance functions.
• Utilize technology and automation to enhance process efficiency and scalability.
• Participate in finance transformation projects and implement new controls and systems.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior finance staff and support departmental projects as required.

Candidate Requirements

• Diploma in Finance, Accountancy, or a related field is mandatory.
• At least 3 years of relevant finance experience in sectors such as media, advertising, marketing communications, professional services, or project-based environments. Fresh graduates may apply for the Finance Executive position.
• Sound knowledge of client billing processes, WIP management, revenue recognition, reconciliation, and financial reporting.
• Experience in supporting audits (statutory, internal, client) and understanding financial compliance and controls.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP/accounting software systems.
• Strong analytical capabilities, problem-solving aptitude, and effective stakeholder communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple complex priorities within deadlines.
• A proactive approach with keen attention to detail and dedication to continuous process innovation.