Finance Controller

Company description

Publicis Groupe is one of the largest advertising agency holding companies in the world as well as a global leader in the fields of marketing, communications, and digital transformation. Driven by data, cutting-edge technology, and creativity, our solutions enable brands to provide customers with tailored experiences on a large scale. We utilise the Power of One operating model to integrate and develop competencies that will create increasing business value for existing and future clients. We are present in more than 100 countries and employ in excess of 90,000 professionals. Publicis Groupe includes  world-renowned agencies such as Saatchi & Saatchi, Leo Burnett, Publicis Sapient, Zenith, Starcom, Publicis Health, and Epsilon amongst others.

Publicis Re:Sources is the backbone of Publicis Groupe. We are Publicis Groupe's Shared Services Platform. Formed in 1998, Re:Sources was created to streamline centralised functions of Publicis Groupe agencies. We have now grown to 5,000+ professionals operating 40 shared service centres (SSCs) and servicing a network of prestigious agencies across the globe supporting 63 markets. We provide technology solutions and business services including finance, accounting, information technology, global security, legal, payroll and benefits, procurement, tax, real estate, treasury and risk management to help Publicis Groupe agencies do what they do best: create and innovate for their clients.

Overview

• Monthly, quarterly, and yearly month-end close reporting, uploading data into HFM system
• Prepare and present regular financial balance sheet reviews to senior management, including variance analysis
• Prepare and analyze financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with Israeli GAAP and other regulations.
• Coordinate and manage external and internal audits, working closely with auditors to ensure timely and accurate completion of audits.
• Establish and maintain internal controls and ensure the integrity of financial reporting.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations, corporate policies, and legal requirements, and manage tax reporting.
• Support all the Agency's Finance and operational teams to ensure accurate reporting and follow the company guidelines.
• Assisting operational managers with ad-hoc requests for information and analysis
• Identify and implement improvements to financial processes and systems to ensure efficiency and accuracy.

Qualifications

• CPA, with a bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field (Big 4 experience will be an advantage).
• Proven experience (2 – 3 ) as a Financial Controller, Accounting Manager, or Auditor
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Excel (Priority and HFM will be an advantage)
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Accuracy with Strong attention to detail
• Multi-tasking, with the ability to work independently on tight timelines
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Fluent English