dentsu
Revenue Accounting Analyst
dentsu, Columbia, Maryland, United States, 21046
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Job DescriptionThe Revenue Accounting Analyst plays an active role in the newly centralized and specialised Revenue Accounting team. They will be responsible for
maintaining the integrity of client financial data
and linking it to operational and financial systems for appropriate revenue recognition. This role is also responsible to ensure client contract assurance is conducted according to the service line compliance framework and dentsu policies and reports to the Director, Revenue Accounting.This role reports to the Director of Revenue Accounting and works closely with the
Commercial Finance, Financial Control, Operational Finance and Client Services teams.
Revenue Assurance and Contract MaintenanceReview the Statements of Work and determine proper revenue recognition criteria and ensure compliance with dentsu policies and escalate any evident risks to the Director of Revenue Accounting.Ensure revenue is recognized in accordance with the contractual terms and is compliant with IFRS 15.Ensure that statements of work/POs are compliant and assessed for potential risks.Ensure that statements of work/POs are agreed and signed before work is undertaken.Fulfil information requests for internal, external financial and client audits.Create and update monthly revenue recognition schedule for all portfolio clients.Work closely with Commercial Finance, Client Teams, and FP&A as it relates to revenue forecasting.Work closely with Client Teams to build relationships and understand the service offerings and deliverables provided.Ensure appropriate revenue recognition during the period-end while ensuring all necessary accruals are properly reviewed and approved.Review month-end variances to forecasted revenue by providing detailed explanations to the Commercial Finance and Client Teams surrounding the variances.Perform month-end tasks to verify client revenue and the review of the accrued and deferred income balance sheet accounts.Supply the Commercial Finance Team with key information to feed into the forecasting process.Maintain a robust audit trail for revenue accounting and reporting.Participate in and provide the required inputs for the month-end close review meeting with Commercial Finance and Financial Control teams.Drive continuous improvements in the processes for reporting revenues.Provide input in analysing and reporting changes to revenue and revenue-related balance sheet lines ensuring that risk items are identified and actively managed.Liaise with Operations Team to ensure the accuracy of client invoicing.Assist with review of unbilled amounts with Operational Finance and Client Teams.
QualificationsBachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.Experience in a similar finance/accounting role (min. 3 years).Knowledge of D365, MediaOcean, Nexelus or similar client job costing/media booking and accounting platforms.Excellent IT skills and experience using the Microsoft D365 accounting system desirable.
SkillsAbility to demonstrate strong Microsoft Excel and system skills.Proven ability to work well in a fast-paced environment and manage and prioritise multiple, conflicting deadlines under pressure and navigate effectively amidst ambiguity and change.Exhibit a problem-solving mindset and strong work ethic.Be a strong team player.Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills across a wide range of stakeholders, exhibiting relationship building capabilities and influencing collaborative outcomes.Possess a drive for continuous improvement and performance excellence in their area of responsibility.Able to educate and instil awareness across the business on revenue recognition principles.Able to understand the different kinds of revenue streams.
Additional InformationThe anticipated salary range for this position is $68,000-110,400. Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors including relevant experience, knowledge, skills and other factors permitted by law. A range of medical, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and/or other benefits also are available. For more information regarding dentsu benefits, please visit dentsubenefitsplus.com.
About dentsuDentsu is the network designed for what’s next, helping clients predict and plan for disruptive future opportunities in the sustainable economy. Taking a people-centered approach to business transformation, dentsu combines Japanese innovation with a diverse, global perspective to drive client growth and to shape society www.dentsu.com.
We are champions for meaningful progress and we strive to be a force for good—for our people, for our clients, for the industry and for our society. We keep our people at the center, creating space for growth, understanding and learning so they can thrive. We embed diversity, in our mindset, in our solutions and in our teams to empower an inclusive, equitable and culturally fluent environment. Building this culture within our teams makes us better collaborators with each other and with our clients, driving better outcomes for all.
Dentsu (the "Company") is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee of the Company, on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage or citizenship, disability, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information, or any other legally-recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done that will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing an undue hardship on the Company. Please contact your recruiter if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process or to request or discuss an accommodation in connection with a job at the Company to which you are applying.
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Job DescriptionThe Revenue Accounting Analyst plays an active role in the newly centralized and specialised Revenue Accounting team. They will be responsible for
maintaining the integrity of client financial data
and linking it to operational and financial systems for appropriate revenue recognition. This role is also responsible to ensure client contract assurance is conducted according to the service line compliance framework and dentsu policies and reports to the Director, Revenue Accounting.This role reports to the Director of Revenue Accounting and works closely with the
Commercial Finance, Financial Control, Operational Finance and Client Services teams.
Revenue Assurance and Contract MaintenanceReview the Statements of Work and determine proper revenue recognition criteria and ensure compliance with dentsu policies and escalate any evident risks to the Director of Revenue Accounting.Ensure revenue is recognized in accordance with the contractual terms and is compliant with IFRS 15.Ensure that statements of work/POs are compliant and assessed for potential risks.Ensure that statements of work/POs are agreed and signed before work is undertaken.Fulfil information requests for internal, external financial and client audits.Create and update monthly revenue recognition schedule for all portfolio clients.Work closely with Commercial Finance, Client Teams, and FP&A as it relates to revenue forecasting.Work closely with Client Teams to build relationships and understand the service offerings and deliverables provided.Ensure appropriate revenue recognition during the period-end while ensuring all necessary accruals are properly reviewed and approved.Review month-end variances to forecasted revenue by providing detailed explanations to the Commercial Finance and Client Teams surrounding the variances.Perform month-end tasks to verify client revenue and the review of the accrued and deferred income balance sheet accounts.Supply the Commercial Finance Team with key information to feed into the forecasting process.Maintain a robust audit trail for revenue accounting and reporting.Participate in and provide the required inputs for the month-end close review meeting with Commercial Finance and Financial Control teams.Drive continuous improvements in the processes for reporting revenues.Provide input in analysing and reporting changes to revenue and revenue-related balance sheet lines ensuring that risk items are identified and actively managed.Liaise with Operations Team to ensure the accuracy of client invoicing.Assist with review of unbilled amounts with Operational Finance and Client Teams.
QualificationsBachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.Experience in a similar finance/accounting role (min. 3 years).Knowledge of D365, MediaOcean, Nexelus or similar client job costing/media booking and accounting platforms.Excellent IT skills and experience using the Microsoft D365 accounting system desirable.
SkillsAbility to demonstrate strong Microsoft Excel and system skills.Proven ability to work well in a fast-paced environment and manage and prioritise multiple, conflicting deadlines under pressure and navigate effectively amidst ambiguity and change.Exhibit a problem-solving mindset and strong work ethic.Be a strong team player.Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills across a wide range of stakeholders, exhibiting relationship building capabilities and influencing collaborative outcomes.Possess a drive for continuous improvement and performance excellence in their area of responsibility.Able to educate and instil awareness across the business on revenue recognition principles.Able to understand the different kinds of revenue streams.
Additional InformationThe anticipated salary range for this position is $68,000-110,400. Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors including relevant experience, knowledge, skills and other factors permitted by law. A range of medical, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and/or other benefits also are available. For more information regarding dentsu benefits, please visit dentsubenefitsplus.com.
About dentsuDentsu is the network designed for what’s next, helping clients predict and plan for disruptive future opportunities in the sustainable economy. Taking a people-centered approach to business transformation, dentsu combines Japanese innovation with a diverse, global perspective to drive client growth and to shape society www.dentsu.com.
We are champions for meaningful progress and we strive to be a force for good—for our people, for our clients, for the industry and for our society. We keep our people at the center, creating space for growth, understanding and learning so they can thrive. We embed diversity, in our mindset, in our solutions and in our teams to empower an inclusive, equitable and culturally fluent environment. Building this culture within our teams makes us better collaborators with each other and with our clients, driving better outcomes for all.
Dentsu (the "Company") is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee of the Company, on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage or citizenship, disability, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information, or any other legally-recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done that will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing an undue hardship on the Company. Please contact your recruiter if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process or to request or discuss an accommodation in connection with a job at the Company to which you are applying.
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