dentsu
media
FP&AManager
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“FP&A Manager at dentsu. Skills: Financial Planning, Analysis, Reporting, Business Partnership. Lead annual budgeting process. Lead quarterly reforecasts”
What You'll Achieve.
achieve strategic objectives; achieve financial objectives; enhance financial performance; support strategic decision-making; support thoughtful, data-driven decision-making; contribute to improved business performance; contribute to sustainable growth
Industry & Context.
Analytical mindset; connect detailed data to broader business outcomes; problem-solver for complex financial and operational challenges
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
4–6+ years of experience in FP&A, Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field
Nice to Have
CPA, CFA, or MBA, Previous experience supporting or mentoring others
What You'll Do.
Lead annual budgeting process
Lead quarterly reforecasts
Lead monthly flash forecasts
Own revenue projections
Govern Revenue by Client Master Forecast
Lead development of business cases
Lead scenario analyses
Lead preparation of reporting
Lead executive presentations
Provide forward-looking insights
Own FP&A month-end close
Oversee revenue accruals
Lead variance analysis
Maintain performance reporting
Identify opportunities
Serve as trusted partner
Support data-driven decision-making
Support and develop Financial Analysts
Review team deliverables
Encourage knowledge-sharing
Contribute to process enhancement
Contribute to process standardization
Identify opportunities to improve data quality
Identify opportunities to streamline workflows
Identify opportunities to enhance reporting
Support development of analytical capabilities
Perform in-depth analysis
Perform scenario modeling
Contribute to special projects
Contribute to strategic initiatives
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Partner with Commercial Finance; Partner with business leadership; Partner with Client Team Leads; Collaborate with Agency Presidents; Collaborate with VPs; Collaborate with operational leaders; Build relationships with cross-functional stakeholders; Contribute to a culture of transparency; Contribute to shared accountability; Participate in quarterly business reviews; Participate in strategy review discussions; Support, guide, and develop a team; Foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment; Encourage knowledge-sharing; Encourage continuous learning; Encourage process improvements; Work collaboratively across finance and business teams
Communication Scope
interpersonal skills; communication skills; convey complex information clearly
Full Job Description
**Job Description:** We are dentsu. We innovate in the way brands are built. This means we do things differently to make them better than before. In this way, we ensure that our clients' most important marketing assets - their brands - succeed in a changing world. dentsu innovates the way brands are built for its clients through its top-notch expertise and capabilities in media, customer relationship management, and creative communication services. dentsu is headquartered in London and operates in 145 countries worldwide with over 50,000 dedicated specialists. **Role Overview** Reporting to the Director of FP&A, the FP&A Manager plays a key role in driving financial planning, analysis, and informed decision-making across the business. This position partners closely with stakeholders across the media service line to deliver meaningful insights, enhance financial performance, and support the achievement of strategic and financial objectives. This role blends strong technical expertise with people leadership, including supporting and developing Financial Analysts in a collaborative and inclusive environment. **Key Responsibilities** **Financial Planning & Analysis** * Own and lead the annual budgeting process, quarterly reforecasts, and monthly flash forecasts in partnership with Commercial Finance and business leadership * Partner with Client Team Leads to own revenue projections and govern the Revenue by Client Master Forecast, ensuring accuracy, accountability, and alignment to business expectations * Lead the development of business cases and scenario analyses (e.g., workforce planning, investment decisions, client profitability) to support strategic decision-making * Lead the preparation of clear, insightful reporting and executive presentations for senior leadership, translating financial performance into actionable business insights * Provide forward-looking insights and recommendations by proactively identifying trends, risks, and opportunities that impact fina
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