Junior Finance Analyst

Publicis is the leading communications agency group in Switzerland. At Publicis Communications Lausanne, we believe in “Power of one”. This requires specialists from strategy, consulting, creation, media and technology to work together in a flexible and agile way right from the start. Each of us applies this principle every day - together under one roof with over 250 employees of Publicis Communications, Publicis Media, Saatchi & Saatchi, Bagels of Berkeley, Prodigious, MetaDesign and Digitas.

We are currently seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Junior Finance Analyst to join our finance team.

Job Description

The Junior Finance Analyst is responsible for managing purchase orders, controlling cost estimates (CE), and preparing weekly payment lists. This role also includes following up with the production and account team on financial project matters, and handling billing-related tasks.

• Manage the purchase order process
• Handle management and controlling of Cost Estimate (CE)
• Compile a weekly payment list
• Assist the production and account team on financial project matters
• Manage billing processes
• Conduct profitability analysis
• Control non-billable costs
• Provide strong support for overdue follow-ups
• Perform ad hoc reporting and analysis
• Participate in carrying out monthly internal controls
• Involved in cash management follow-up and hedging operations

Qualifications

Who we are looking for:

In this role, you will work closely with other team members, reporting directly to the Finance Director and the Finance Controller. Our team collaborates with the client-facing Accounts team and the Strategic and Creative team to ensure consistent client and partner satisfaction.
We are looking for a go-getter, someone who is quick on their feet and motivated to tackle every challenge head-on. The ability to perform under pressure is key. Being part of a small agency within a large group provides a unique opportunity to handle a diverse range of tasks and challenges. This role allows you to collaborate with other talents across the globe, offering you a broad experience and exposure.

Pre-requisites:

• 0 to 1 year of experience in a comparable role and environment.
• Comfortable with basic Excel functions (Pivot tables, vlookup, etc.)
• Excellent English communication skills
• Open-minded with adaptable communication style
• Business communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills
• Proven project and time management skills
• Knowledge of accounting and financial processes
• Ability to create financial reports based on data analysis
• Proficiency in financial computer applications

Additional Information

What we offer:

• A vibrant environment of professionals from different disciplines and different cultures
• An experienced Finance team
• The chance to actively shape, change and move a big brand
• "Work your world" - the opportunity to spend up to 6 weeks a year working at a Publicis location anywhere in the world
• An international environment, both at Publicis and on the client side
• Inspiring collaboration with our colleagues at Digitas, Publicis Zurich, Publicis Media, MetaDesign, Prodigious and Saatchi & Saatchi
• A modern and central workplace in the middle of Lausanne with home office option
• Individually tailored development programmes and a comprehensive training offer from the Publicis Group network
• Inspirational sessions and impulse lectures, cheerful aperitifs and events
• A family-friendly environment and a fantastic team spirit
• 25 days paid vacation days

Our goal is that the people who work for us are as diverse as our clients and projects. We value the different perspectives that employees with diverse backgrounds and personality traits bring to our work. To this end, we promote a corporate culture that sees, respects and values all our employees in their individuality.

Have we piqued your interest and would you like to become a part of Power of One? Then we look forward to getting to know you. Please upload your  complete application documents in SmartRecruiter. If you have any questions about the application or Publicis, please contact  .

(Dossiers from employment agencies will not be considered).