Junior/Medior Finance Controller

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Company description At Publicis Groupe Belgium we are driven by the Power of One. That's our raison d'être: to make brands relevant and interesting to people, to touch them and influence their behavior, to grow the business of the brands we work for. More than 200 diverse bright experts are organized in 4 interconnected métiers (strategy & data, creative experiences, media activation, and production) and are the drivers of our collective creativity. And ow, yeah, it's "Groupe" with an "e". With our group's roots in la douce France you can expect loads of Liberté, Curiosité and Créativité. Overview As a Junior/Medior Finance Controller, you'll be part of the financial backbone of the agency. You'll report to the Finance Manager, collaborate closely with Client Leads, Account Teams, and Production, and ensure accurate reporting to the Publicis Groupe network in Paris. Your mission combines forecasting, revenue management, reporting, job management, financial analysis, and internal controls. You'll work with operational teams to keep our financial engine running smoothly and ensure that decisions are grounded in solid data. The role is based in our Brussels office and follows a hybrid working model. And yes - sharing jokes, memes, and after-work drinks with the team is still part of the culture. Responsibilities Forecasting & Performance Consolidate revenue forecasts from Client Service Heads and challenge assumptions. Analyse variances versus annual budget and previous forecasts. Provide ad-hoc financial analysis to the Finance Manager and CFO. Local Management Reporting Monitor timesheet accuracy and completeness with Agency Operations. Partner with the Production Managing Director on financial performance topics. Group Reporting Prepare monthly actuals reporting to Publicis Groupe (HFM). Review balance sheet reconciliations and ensure timely clearing of items. Analyse debtors, creditors, WIP provisions, and open PO provisions. Revenue Management Perform monthly revenue reconciliations and process required journals. Monitor billings to ensure timely invoicing. Analyse revenue overs/unders by client and revenue type. Define percentage of completion on projects based on interviews and analysis. Track accrued and deferred revenue. Job Management Monitor work-in-progress and ensure no external costs are incurred without client approval. Reconcile and close finished jobs promptly. Balance Sheet & Internal Controls Review and approve balance sheet reconciliations. Follow up on internal audit controls and ensure proper updates in the dedicated software. Accounts Receivable & Payable Monitor debtor ageing and ensure effective follow-up of overdue balances. Review creditor ageing and follow up on overdue or debit balances. Ad-hoc & Continuous Improvement Coordinate with Internal Audit teams and provide required documentation. Submit quarterly audit and procedures reports. Train Client Service teams on financial responsibilities. Develop, document, and communicate internal financial processes. Qualifications This is what matters most to us. We can teach you our methods, processes and frameworks, but you can teach us to make them work. You have a background in finance or accounting and understand classic accounting practices. You have experience in controlling, accounting/controlling hybrid roles, or agency finance. You are rigorous, structured, and detail-oriented. You're comfortable working with strong personalities and partnering with operational teams. You are a master of Excel; data manipulation is second nature. You have a "will-do" attitude and enjoy solving problems. You speak French or Dutch fluently and have a good command of English. Experience with SAP, Hyperion, ERP systems, or BI tools is a strong asset. Additional information WHEN JOINING US, THIS IS WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT A key position in a resourceful and people obsessed organization. Ambitious clients in the middle of their business transformation. A competitive salary and benefits program. An inclusive organization that recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of colour, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, … A "great place to work" in the Manhattan Center, a modern building located right in the heart of Brussels and easily accessible by all means of transport. Our offices are set in an inspiring, future-proof environment, certified as one of the world's top 5% green buildings, reflecting our strong commitment to sustainability and well-being at work. Have you become enthusiastic after reading? Well, let's talk then

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This is what matters most to us. We can teach you our methods, processes and frameworks, but you can teach us to make them work. You have a background in finance or accounting and understand classic accounting practices. You have experience in controlling, accounting/controlling hybrid roles, or agency finance. You are rigorous, structured, and detail-oriented. You're comfortable working with strong personalities and partnering with operational teams. You are a master of Excel; data manipulation is second nature. You have a "will-do" attitude and enjoy solving problems. You speak French or Dutch fluently and have a good command of English. Experience with SAP, Hyperion, ERP systems, or BI tools is a strong asset