JOB DESCRIPTION:

Reporting to the Controller, Global Finance Director, the Manager of Finance is responsible for assisting the Controller and VP, Finance in oversight of finance function particularly A/R management, creative/production financial operations and financial reporting and analysis. The ideal candidate will also have a strong understanding of finance and accounting principles to provide strategic financial guidance to the company.

Responsibilities:

 Creative/Production Financial Operations:

·        Work in partnership with internal functional team, clients and vendors to achieve successful events/shows.

·        Oversee client billing and collections and coordinate funding vendor payment disbursement processes.

·        Manage the client agreement process including approving budgets/SOWs and offering recommendations for process improvement.

·        Ensure projects are closed timely and profit is recognized properly in the general ledger within the reporting period.

·        Analyze project profitability and offer recommendations to improve future profitability.

A/R Oversight:

·        Drive semi-monthly finance meetings providing updates on client A/R position and recommendations for delinquent accounts.

·        Prepare monthly aged receivables reporting for management team driving action plan to improve cash flow.

·        Collaborate closely with interdepartmental teams to resolve customer billing issues and disputes.

·        Communicate appropriately with client representatives regarding any collection needs.

·        Submit any physical checks received via Bank portal.

Financial Reporting & Analysis:

·        Assist in managing monthly close, performing an in-depth review/reconciliation and analysis of all key financial accounts and statements.

·        Prepare monthly variance analysis report on general ledger activities ensuring profit and expense goals are met, reporting any material variance.

·        Assist in preparation of weekly, monthly, quarterly financial statements and ad hoc management reporting.

·        Partner with leadership and advice on all finance-related matters on business transactions and accounting/regulatory standards.

·        Assist with client contract administration, reviewing financial terms for adequacy and profit maximization.

·        Develop and maintain agency accounting policies and procedures manual.

·        Participate in year-end audit with the agency’s CPA firm as well as all government and regulatory agency audits as needed.

·        Assist with preparation and maintenance of annual operating budget and monthly forecasts.

·        Motivate, manage and review duties for Finance Coordinator

Qualifications

·        Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

·        Certified Public Accountant or Chartered Accountant strongly preferred

·        5+ years of experience in accounting/finance with at least 2 years as manager

·        Advanced skill level with Microsoft Excel and financial software (Sage preferred)

·        Industry experience within media relations/creative production in fashion & luxury retail space a plus

·        Demonstrated initiative and the ability to work effectively within time constraints

·        Ability to work beyond the presented issues to problem solve in a fast-paced environment

·        Success in partnering with all levels within the organization and with clients

·        Must continually improve processes for maximum efficiency

·        Strong technical accounting and understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

·        Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skill

ABOUT KCD:

KCD is a global leader in brand experience with offices in New York, Paris, Los Angeles and London. For more than 40 years, the agency has developed and applied its unparalleled fashion expertise while also servicing culture-driven industries across popular, luxury and community pillars. KCD’s teams work with brands that span emerging to established, amplifying new buzz and maintaining legacy power alike. With customized creative strategies, comprehensive public relations campaigns and world-class event solutions, KCD’s precision-focused execution makes an impact across today’s most relevant channels. Always at the frontier of innovation, KCD is dedicated to a continuum of experience: Catalyzing it, creating it, and ensuring that it lasts.