Senior Associate Finance

ph3Overview /h3 pPublicis Sapient is looking for a Senior Associate – Finance in Italy to join our team of bright thinkers and enablers. You will use your financial acumen, analytical skills, and attention to detail to support Italy’s' finance operations. We are on a mission to transform the world, and you will be instrumental in shaping how we do it with your ideas, thoughts, and solutions. /p h3Key Responsibility statement: /h3 pAs a bSenior Associate, Finance Billing Specialist /b, you will support Publicis Sapient’s finance operations, ensuring accurate and compliant billing, accounts payable, and month-end closing activities. /p pWorking closely with Finance, Operations, Project Management, and Commercial teams, you will manage complex financial processes and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the function. /p h3Client Billing Revenue Operations /h3 ul liPrepare, review, and coordinate client billing drafts, ensuring all billing information is accurate, complete, and aligned with agreed commercial terms and internal procedures. /li liManage client account extensions, amendments, and other required changes within the relevant systems /li liReview billing transactions in detail to ensure compliance with company policies, internal controls, and client-specific invoicing requirements. /li /ul h3Issue Resolution Cross-Functional Collaboration /h3 ul liInvestigate and resolve billing discrepancies, system issues, invoice rejections, and client billing enquiries. /li liProcess credit notes, re-bills, and re-generations as required. /li liProvide operational support to the Accounts Receivable team in monitoring outstanding balances and ageing reports. Assist with the identification and follow-up of overdue items, investigate discrepancies where required, and support collection activities to facilitate timely receipt of client payments /li liIdentify process improvement opportunities and support operational efficiency and automation initiatives. /li /ul h3Financial Close, Controls Compliance /h3 ul liSupport month-end, quarter-end, and year-end billing activities to enable timely revenue recognition and financial close. /li liPrepare the necessary files, supporting documentation, and information required for intercompany and intracompany postings. /li liAssist with audit requests and ensure adherence to financial controls, company policies, and statutory requirements. /li liMaintain knowledge of Italian invoicing requirements and support compliance with applicable tax and regulatory standards. /li liEscalate risks, process gaps, and billing issues appropriately, driving resolution through cross-functional collaboration. /li liAdhere to standard operating procedures, financial controls, compliance requirements, and service level agreements. /li /ul ul liCreate and process purchase orders in accordance with company procedures and approval requirements. Ensure that POs contain accurate information and distribute them to the appropriate vendors or internal colleagues for further processing and follow-up. /li liManage the creation, extension, amendment, and maintenance of vendor records within the relevant systems. Verify that vendor information is complete and accurate and ensure that changes are processed in accordance with established controls and approval procedures /li liSupport the review and approval process for vendor invoice payments /li liProvide day-to-day support to colleagues in resolving expense-related issues and queries. Investigate discrepancies, assist with identifying appropriate solutions, and coordinate with relevant teams where further action or clarification is required. /li liProvide broader administrative and operational support to the Finance and Accounting teams as required, contributing to the efficient and accurate execution of day-to-day financial processes and maintaining a high level of data quality and compliance with internal procedures. /li liActively develop and maintain meaningful working relationships across the business environment. /li /ul h3Required Skills: /h3 ul liStrong understanding of end-to-end billing processes, including the financial impact of billing transactions and a solid working knowledge of Italian accounting and invoicing principles. /li liExperience preparing intercompany accounting entries and performing related reconciliations. /li liExperience managing complex client billing arrangements across domestic and international engagements. /li liA desire to understand how things work, and willing to take initiative on new and challenging tasks in a fast-paced changing environment. /li liExperience in creating and interpreting financial data and identify issues. Experience in demonstrating good problem-solving skills identifying potential solutions is a plus. /li /ul ul liExcellent communication skills, including an ability to collaborate and work well in a team and communicate with multiple stakeholders at various levels /li /ul ul liAble to work on own initiative and to work to tight deadlines, helped by strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise tasks /li liFull professional proficiency in Italian is essential due to daily interaction with local stakeholders, vendors, and Italian-language documentation. Fluency in English is also required. /li liKnowledge of Italian invoicing and VAT requirements is mandatory, given the complexity and specificity of local compliance obligations. /li liExcellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple stakeholder groups. /li liStrong organizational, prioritization, and time management skills, with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment. /li /ul h3Education and Experience: /h3 ul liQualified accountant /li li4+ years’ experience in a billing and/or accounting role /li liStrong educational achievement at school or higher educational institute level /li /ul ul liExperience working effectively within a globally distributed team environment. /li liAdvanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel. /li liExperience with SAP, S/4HANA, or similar ERP billing systems is preferred. /li /ul h3Additional information /h3 pbThe salary range for this position is €35,000 to €45,000 (annual gross). /b /p pThis reflects the range we reasonably expect to pay for this role. Individual pay within this range is determined by a combination of relevant skills, experience, and demonstrated expertise assessed during the hiring process. /p ul liAn inclusive workplace that promotes diversity and collaboration. /li liAccess to ongoing learning and development opportunities. /li liCompetitive compensation and benefits package. /li liFlexibility to support work-life balance. /li liComprehensive health benefits for you and your family. /li liGenerous paid leave and holidays. /li liWellness program and employee assistance. /li /ul pAs part of our dedication to an inclusive and diverse workforce, Publicis Sapient is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity without regard for race, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr