Associate Financial Operations

Company description

Publicis Re:Sources is at the core of Publicis Groupe, the world's largest communications company. We are the only full-service, end-to-end shared service organization in the industry, enabling Groupe agencies to do what they do best: innovate and transform for their clients.

Formed in 1998 as a small team to service a few Publicis Groupe firms, Publicis Re:Sources has grown to 6,000+ employees in over 55 countries. We provide technology solutions and business services, including finance, accounting, legal, benefits, procurement, tax, real estate, treasury and risk management, information security, and global mobility — supporting 110,000+ employees across the Publicis Groupe network. Our people are at the center of everything we do, bringing curiosity, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence to their work every day. 

Learn more about Publicis Re:Sources and the Publicis Groupe agencies we support at publicisresources.com

Overview

Main Purpose :

The main purpose of this role is to ensure the effective and efficient processing of all credit management-related processes within the SSC model of Re:Sources.

The key Accountabilities are, but not limited to:

 Collection of all agency monies is completed within the AR monthly timetables.
 Management of credit processes and aged debtor controls (if applicable to the brand and within the brand agreed with debt regimes).
 Resolution of all issues that relate to AR is completed in a timely and efficient manner.
 Receiving, Processing, and Banking of Brands’ Monies received (if applicable for the brand).
 Reporting of Status per portfolio with the agency, client, and within resources.
 Preparation and maintenance of all debtor reports.
 Providing exception reporting as appropriate.

Responsibilities

Business Compliance:

Ensure a sound understanding of and demonstrate commitment to and comply with all statutory legislation and Publicis Groupe Policies (Janus) relevant to your role and all activities undertaken in that role.

Personal & Team Accountabilities:

Actively develop and maintain strong working relationships with all Re:Sources personnel both at a interpersonal level and across all business processes within the wider business environment. Actively maintain communication and behaviour standards that foster a culture of strong customer and service excellence both within Re:Sources and across all customer and supplier organisations.

Health and Safety:

· Undertake all work in a safe manner and follow all company and workplace health and safety procedures

· Identify new hazards and advise manager or workplace H&S representative/co-ordinator within 24 hours of identification.

· Report incidents and accidents to manager or workplace H&S representative/co-ordinator as soon as possible

Qualifications

Experience/Qualifications
 2-4 years in an Accounts Receivable / Credit Control Environment
 Experience in the media/advertising industry is an advantage but not necessary

Knowledge
 GST Regulation
 Invoice Management
 Sound knowledge of Credit Control
 Money Collection processes

Skills (including technology)
 Fluent in English
 Intermediate knowledge in Excel

Attributes/behaviors
 This role required a strong ability to work with multiple customers. Excellent attention to financial detail and time management skills. Should have strong written, verbal, and influencing communication skills