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Reporting of the role
This role reports to Reporting Manager/ Finance Controller
3 best things about the job:
Opportunity to work in the leading global media investment company with a fast growing team of professionals.- Exciting exposure and learning in the media industry, which is fast evolving from the regular Print-Ads, Radio and TV to Digital (Google, Facebook, YouTube, Programmatic, etc).
- A fun environment that combines the best of being entrepreneurial whilst at the same time being part of the largest marketing services group in the world.
In three months:
- Developed your understanding of GroupM’s businesses in the local market.
- Understood P&L structures, reporting requirements, WPP accounting policies, commercial requirements.
- Learnt the various systems and applications and how they are integrated into the business.
- Built relationships with the key stakeholders across the group.
- Ability to Perform independently all reports requirement with accuracy and on time
- Identified key areas and opportunities for improvement and growth, and delivering meaningful financial analysis in support of the Companies strategic planning process
In 12 months:
- Being a master in your area of Business analysis/ reporting
- Continuously drive improvements in working process, workflow and contribute to the strong growth of GroupM VN Finance team
Responsibilities of the role:
Month End Closing tasks:
- Actual PnL consolidation for Total Company and by Agencies (Accrual review/ B&I data retrieval/Trading Billing & Net Sales, etc), in coordination with Commercial team, Chief Accountant/General Accountant and Agencies.
- Provide commentaries to regional’s queries on variances of Flash/Act vs Rolling Forecast/Budget and last year PF for PnL/ Balance Sheet/ Headcounts/etc.
- PnL/ Balance Sheet upload in system (Catersis) and commentaries on fluctuation.
- Other related reports (Flash, System Reconciliation & Signed report, HC movements, MODA, Balance Sheet control template, OMI, CSR, Client Profitability, etc).
Budgeting/Quarterly Rolling Forecast cycles:
- Prepare excel working files for PnL consolidation of Total Company and by Agencies.
- PnL/ Headcounts System Upload, provide Commentaries for variance analysis vs previous versions.
- Prepare documents for SOX audits and External audit upon requested.
- Other ad-hoc tasks upon Manager’s assignments.
What you’ll need:
- Bachelor of Finance, Accounting, Auditing is preferred.
- Experienced in Senior/ General Accountant roles, with knowledge or experience in Media/ Advertising industry will be an added advantage.
- Accountable to work multi-tasking and under pressure, handling multiple projects with tight deadlines and overtime in peak reporting time
- Eager to learn quickly and adapt in a fast-paced environment, active and responsible.
- Ability to communicate in English is preferable.
- Good at using Microsoft Office (Advanced Excel) and Power BI is a plus.
More about GroupM
GroupM is the world’s leading media investment company responsible for more than $50B in annual media investment through agencies Mindshare, MediaCom, Wavemaker, Essence and m/SIX, as well as the outcomes-driven programmatic audience company, Xaxis. GroupM’s portfolio includes Data & Technology (Choreograph), Investment and Services, all united in vision to shape the next era of media where advertising works better for people.
By leveraging all the benefits of scale, the company innovates, differentiates and generates sustained value for our clients wherever they do business.
Discover more about GroupM at www.groupm.com
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About Vietnam
It’s no secret Vietnam is the fastest growing media market in Asia Pacific. Ad spend in Vietnam grew rapidly last year, with internet penetration reached in excess of 59.4% during 2019. With a population of more than 90 million, this market carries huge potential and possibilities for media players and talent. GroupM Vietnam fosters a culture of innovation and value our diverse and collaborative work environment.
GroupM is an equal opportunity employer. We view everyone as an individual and we understand that inclusion is more than just diversity – it’s about belonging. We celebrate the fact that everyone is unique and that’s what makes us so good at what we do. We pride ourselves on being a company that embraces difference and truly represents the global clients we work with.
