Senior Finance Manager

Locaria is a leading multilingual marketing and linguistic services agency that operates across more than 90 global markets. We blend insights, data, talent, and technology to take global content further for ambitious brands. Locaria is central to the global content solution of Stagwell, the challenger advertising network.

We Have Been Recognized By The Following Awards: Home to the Association of Translation Companies' Innovator of the YearShortlisted for three business awards by The DrumNamed 'Best Workplace for Training & Personal Development' by AdaptiveRecognised as Top mid-market language service providers by Nimdzi InsightsWe are also the winner of the Best Language Service Provider for Employee Well-Being and Overall Best Employer 2023 at the Best Employers in Localization Awards, Adaptive Globalization 2023. Overview:
Reporting to the VP Finance, this role works closely with the wider Locaria Finance Team, Stagwell Head office, and the shared Finance function.

Qualifications: Qualified finance professional CIMA/ACCA/ACA/CFA preferred7+ years of Financial Analysis & Accounting experience requiredExperience with SOX preferredFluent in English, with the ability to confidently communicate complex analysis to senior global stakeholders and exert influenceFluent in UkrainianProficient in financial modelling and financial analysisNaturally curious, with the ability to ask the right questions and challenge the status quoThrives in a fast-paced and dynamic environmentExperience working in a client service industry, preferably language services or content productionFamiliarity with Maconomy and/or One Stream preferredAdvanced Excel is preferred – intermediate knowledge essential. Must be able to handle large volumes of data from the accounts system and interpret this data in Excel. Experience with Google Sheets also preferredExperience working with remote international teamsTeam player able to understand the bigger picture but also prepared to get into the detail to get the job doneIndependent time management and prioritization skillsExcellent attention to detail and presentation skills Required Skills:
The key roles and responsibilities are:

Revenue:
This role will work closely with our Revenue Manager to ensure:
Compliance with SOX on Revenue RecognitionIntercompany balances are aligned and recognized correctly, helping to resolve any out of balances in a timely mannerSupporting the Revenue Manager on all billing calls for Revenue RecognitionWork closely with the AR Team to ensure that all aged debt is being collected and helping to facilitate resolution of issues with the teamWorking with the Revenue Manager and Channel Managers to ensure that all Contracts are correct and in place for both Direct and Indirect clientsAssisting in Revenue Tracker automation projectLeading/participating in other key Revenue projects Cash Flow Forecasting:
Implementing an accurate cash flow forecasting process across the Locaria group:
Working closely with the wider Locaria Finance Team to ensure understanding of key cash flow movementsWorking with the Stagwell Treasury Team to provide bi-weekly submissions of CF ForecastImplementing actual cash flow vs forecast and analyzing variances Banking / HMRC Management: Manage Bank Accounts And HMRC For Locaria Group: Manage user profiles of all users of our various bank accountsEnsure that all Payments are reviewed and approved in a timely mannerRelease payments in the bankProvide the Finance Team CC statements to ensure accurate bookings in the P&LEnsure the wider finance team are aware of all key HMRC submission deadlines such as Corporation Tax, VAT etc., ensuring no penalties are incurred Month End Reporting/monthly Tasks:
Work closely with the wider Finance team to support the month-end close process:
Ensure that all month-end postings are done timely in line with the close calendarEnsure that all month-end timelines are met and closed on timeCo-ordinate month-end catch-ups for the team at month-end to ensure any issues for month-end are discussed and help provided across the team where requiredHelp to co-ordinate the resolution of any issues that arise at month-endDrive month-end improvements to close the month-end by WD4 so WD5 is for review ahead of submissionsLeading the actualization process for Locaria Group, working with the Accounting Manager to ensure the correct accounting policies are followed and this is done on a monthly basisBi-weekly reviews with AR Team to review and track progress on aged debt to provide an update to VP of Finance/Accounting team on Bad Debt provision at month-end CAP Integration:
This role will also work to ensure that all CAP Finance processes (and perhaps wider business processes where required) are integrated where possible to the wider Locaria Group Processes, ensuring that all processes are standardized where possible and all that can be brought in-house is.

Ad-hoc Tasks: Key point of Contact for Stagwell Finance ensuring that all key deadlines are communicated in a timely manner to the wider Locaria finance teamAssisting with finance system development and ongoing reviews to find efficiencies within current way of working, using Automation and AI toolsProvide support for audit to the Accounting Manager and work closely with our auditors in order to provide timely statutory accounts, when/if requiredReview and update where necessary current Excel models and forms of analysisProvide back up for checking & approving the supplier payments, Freelancer payments, and expenses prepared by accounts payable and back up for releasing payments in the bankProviding any banking support/backup where requiredTo absorb any other ad-hoc tasks Process And Controls: Ensuring all accounting and reporting complies with SOX controlsMaking process improvements where possible Equal Opportunities: You'll Live Up To The Locarian Values: We take content furtherWe grow togetherCelebrating IndividualityDoing good along the wayWith care D&I statement:
Locaria is global by nature and vastly strengthened by multicultural, international, and eclectic teams. Working together to achieve shared goals, our employees recognize the importance of our core value 'celebrating individuality', and are supported by Locaria's breadth of cultural resources and insights that attract and retain the best talent.

We appreciate the unique perspectives and experiences that each person brings to our team and are fully dedicated to ensuring equal opportunities across the board, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, and gender identity. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let our team know.

Join our team and become part of a vibrant workplace and company culture that values and celebrates individuality!

Benefits:
Join our team and experience a workplace where we prioritize well-being. Part of our benefits include:
Holiday: You will be entitled to 24 working days paid leave per year (pro-rata in first year based on starting date).Birthday Day Off: As a gift from us you will receive an extra day off for your birthday each year. If your birthday falls on a weekend, then you can take this the Friday before or Monday after.Refer a Friend Scheme: We're always on the lookout for talented people. If you refer a friend who is then hired, we will award you with a bonus depending on the level of the role being recruited for.Do Some Good Along the Way Days: In line with our 'Doing Some Good Along The Way' value, which you will have the opportunity to get involved with if you'd like to. This also allows all employees up to 2 days off a year to get involved in charity initiatives.Annual Wellbeing Calendar: We promote a healthy working environment, which is why we have a calendar with dedicated wellbeing sessions and initiatives throughout the year.Support with English lessons: We reimburse a set amount of 2k Hrn monthly for English lessons.
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