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**DEPT® Argentina **is growing fast and we're looking for folks that want to work with peers and clients that enjoy and build great products together.
WHY DEPT®?
We are pioneers at heart. What this means, is that we are always leaning forward, thinking of what we can create tomorrow that does not exist today. We were born digital and we are a new model of agency, with a deep skillset in tech and marketing. That’s why we hire curious, self-driven, talented people who never stop innovating.
Our culture is big enough to cope and small enough to care. Meaning, that with people across 20+ countries, we’re big enough to provide you with the best tools, global opportunities, and benefits that help you thrive. While acting small by investing in you, your growth, your team, and giving you the autonomy to solve our clients problems, no matter where you are in the world.
**What You'll Do **
Financial Management
Strategic financial business partner to Client teams and Finance leadership helping to influence positive financial management and decision making supported by data
Development of monthly forecasts and annual Budget planning, with an ownership over revenue and expense planning, with oversight from the Director and VP
Partner with cross functional leads to develop strategies that drive profitable growth
Monitoring month-end close processes including but not limited to reviewing revenue recognition and journal entries, ensuring actuals are updated accurately and bringing forth any issues to be resolved for the following month
Draft or oversee preparation of all financial reporting such as month end reports, variance analysis, and P&L commentary. Recommending areas to improve reporting, where needed
Understand results and ability to respond to questions from Finance and Senior Leadership on key drivers impacting the P&L
Client Finance
Partner with the Sales, Client, Operations and Legal teams in new business efforts including pricing client proposals, assisting in responding to RFP/Is and the development of budgets to maintain healthy margins
Partner with Client leads, Legal and Finance leadership to review statements of work including analyzing and supporting the development of new pricing models or opportunities for increased revenue
Review monthly, quarterly, and annual revenue versus the forecast to provide commentary and determine whether we met or exceeded financial goals, including the tracking of client margins and profitability
Partnering with Client leads to maintain a strong knowledge of the client's business models, contractual arrangements, health of the business, and growth opportunities
Liaise with DEPT entities on intercompany transactions inclusive of reviewing and helping to set up intercompany contracts, pricing for cross sells and negotiation of rates
Analyze, identify, and communicate areas of concern or suggested improvements within the Client Portfolio to both Finance and Client Leaders
Evaluate fees for client staffing plans and suggest staffing and margin recommendations with the support of Finance leadership
Ensure agency performance is consistent with contract obligations
Team Management
Oversee and develop growth plan for direct reports and cultivate a positive team culture
Provide ongoing constructive feedback, manage career pathing, and consistently hold staff accountable for performance, compliance and ethical business conduct
Help attract new talent and work to build a team with diverse views and backgrounds
Promote cross-collaboration with wider US FP&A team and sharing of best practices
Other Responsibilities
Serve as the initial FP&A point of contact for client audits
Lead development and delivery of regular and ad hoc reporting for client teams and senior leadership, as needed
Lead the development of process improvement initiatives with minimal oversight from Finance Leadership
Ensure adherence to reporting deadlines for both client and finance calendars
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or business preferred
5-7+ years experience, with at least 6 years experience in an Agency. Experience working at a Media or Creative Agency is a plus.
Knowledge of GAAP and IFRS accounting principles and their practical application related to revenue accruals preferred (ASC 606, IFRS 15).
Experience with Financial Systems such as Anaplan and Netsuite
Experience in setting and managing expectations
Experience training, developing and managing direct reports
Exhibit judgment on when to elevate issues and when to resolve independently
Demonstrated ability to build strong working relationships and be inclusive of ideas
Strong analytical orientation. Skills in financial analysis, including review of financial statements and analysis of key business metrics
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office with emphasis on Excel skills and Google Product Suite software applications
Forward thinking - challenges the status quo and proactively and creatively identifies opportunities for improvement
Ability to effectively work and communicate with both finance and non-finance stakeholders
Able to effectively manage workload, prioritize and streamline tasks to ensure accuracy and take “ownership-mentality” in work/clients/practices.
WHAT DO WE OFFER?
We enjoy spending time together, working closely with other local colleagues, and getting to know one another. Our Buenos Aires offices (Villa Crespo or Mar del Plata) are fully equipped with refreshments and great common spaces!
Premium healthcare through OSDE for the employee and their immediate family members
Mendel prepaid card with a monthly allowance for grocery purchases
Monthly reimbursements for Wi-Fi/electricity expenses
Monthly reimbursements for training/English classes
100% covered “Plan Total” membership at Sportclub
Access to a our benefits platform through Bonda
A flexible vacation policy
DEPT® is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We believe our work is its best when our people feel safe and free to be themselves. We’re committed to an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process and workplace, regardless of anyone’s identity, background, beliefs, lifestyle or disabilities. So tell us about any accommodations you need. It’s totally confidential and only used to make sure you feel fully supported at every step.
We are a B Corp-certified company passionate about purpose-driven work. Our hope is that you can feel good about the contributions DEPT® is making to the world and we always have an open door for your ideas in making the world a better place.
DEPT® is a pioneering technology and marketing services company that creates integrated end-to-end digital experiences for brands such as Google, KFC, Philips, Audi, Twitch, Patagonia, eBay and more. Its team of 2,500+ digital specialists across 30+ locations on 5 continents delivers pioneering work on a global scale with a boutique culture.
DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION
At DEPT®, we take pride in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive. We actively seek to recruit, develop, nurture, and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, with varying skills and perspectives.
Not sure you meet all qualifications? Apply, and let us decide! Research shows that women and members of underrepresented groups tend not to apply for jobs when they think they may not meet every requirement, when in fact they do. We believe in giving everyone a fair chance to shine.
We also encourage you to reach out to us and discuss any reasonable adjustments we can make to support you throughout the recruitment process and your time with us.
Want to know more about our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion? Check out our efforts here.