Financial Analyst

Edelman • Toronto, Ontario, Canada • 13h ago

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Edelman is a voice synonymous with trust, reimagining a future where the currency of communication is action. Our culture thrives on three promises: boldness is possibility, empathy is progress, and curiosity is momentum.

At Edelman, we understand diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB) transform our colleagues, our company, our clients, and our communities. We are in relentless pursuit of an equitable and inspiring workplace that is respectful of all, reflects and represents the world in which we live, and fosters trust, collaboration and belonging.

Edelman has experienced unprecedented growth in recent years -- growth that is reflective of the firm's ongoing evolution from a PR agency into a communications marketing firm. We now offer several specialized areas of expertise, including creative, social, paid media and insights and analytics to help clients evolve, promote and protect their brands in the market. By investing heavily in specialty areas -- and by focusing on collaboration, agency position, innovation, and establishing a culture of creativity -- Edelman is well-positioned to continue to deliver best-in-class work to our clients in today's complex media landscape.

Edelman Torontois looking for a Financial Analyst, the role will facilitate client billing, entry into financial analysis, and client project financial reporting. The Analyst will review monthly revenue and cost and assist in the management of client or department financials.

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include facilitation of billing process, financial analysis, and reporting for individual projects
Upload client budgets in financial system
Scan contracts for proper filing
Gain exposure in use of Edelman's client budgeting tool under supervision of Finance Manager
Assist with client reporting, audit requests and data collection
Review monthly fee and expense details -- pull back up as needed and ensure proper coding of expenses
Review and approve department's revenue allocations (with oversight)
Calculate and track monthly revenues based on active contracts and client billings
Fee Reconciliation
Assist Finance and Management team with monthly invoice process
Review /approve write-offs on project transactions
Assist project managers with project transaction review
Ensure timely submission of invoices and supporting documentation to client
Distribute aged receivables reports to management; assist in collecting commentary
Review project request forms for compliance and setup code in PeopleSoft
Process purchase orders upon request
Run financial queries upon staff request
Provide time and expense details to Project Managers as incurred on project(s)
Review missing time reports weekly and follow up on delinquencies
Support the department by maintaining files, contracts and other relevant documentation
Ad hoc requests and projects

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in FIN or ACC
1 years of FIN or ACC experience
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
Strong interpersonal communication skills
Client service oriented and fosters positive working relationships
Well organized and strong time management skills
Attention to detail, follows through on multiple projects in a fast paced environment
Contribute to performance appraisal process for peers and managers
Willing to engage in team building activities
Takes responsibility for personal growth and development using available resources such as Edelman Learning Institute, on-the-job training and mentoring
Demonstrates behaviors consistent with Edelman's values , Code of Ethics and Business Conduct
Live "in color" by exploring and being active in the world outside of work, including the arts, culture, politics, literature, charitable organizations and/or other passions

ACCOMMODATIONS:

Edelman is committed to accessibility and equal opportunity in its recruitment processes. If you require accommodation to participate in this recruitment, please contact hr.toronto @edelman.com .

We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't perfectly align with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

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