Job description
/ MOMENTUM WORLDWIDE
/ JOB TITLE: TRAINEE COMMERCIAL ACCOUNTANT (PART QUALIFIED)
/ LOCATION: LONDON
/ WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS JOB
We believe that what a brand does is more important than what it says—we want you to help brands do amazing, unprecedented, wild things, creating experiences that people never forget.
/ WHY YOU’LL LOVE DOING IT AT MOMENTUM
We are Momentum Worldwide, the award-winning global creative agency with experience at our heart.
We believe in the power of brand acts to connect with modern audiences, by delivering unforgettable experiences through multiple channels. Making real impact is our metric for success, whether it be a 360 campaign, hybrid activation or a live event.
Our agency lives and breathes culture and thrives on collaboration - whether sharing the latest technology, supporting individual’s passions, or approaching projects with a unique entrepreneurial mindset. We’re always growing, learning and defining new paths – so now’s a great time join in and be a part of our story.
/ WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR
We are looking for an experienced Commercial Accountant to manage the provision of commercial information within the Finance team. For someone looking to develop their career in finance, in line with their CIMA / ACCA studies, it’s an excellent opportunity that will offer you true commercial exposure.
Previous experience in a finance / commercial role, analysing and preparing management reports
Excellent communication skills including the ability to communicate financial matters to non- Finance people
The ability to interpret large amounts of data in a logical manner
PC literate and proficient in the use of Excel (able to use Pivot Tables). SAP experience would be advantageous.
Methodical and thorough, a good organiser with strong attention to detail
CIMA/ACCA study support is available if required
/ HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL DO (RESPONSIBILITIES)
Specifically, duties will include:
- Proactively build and maintain relationship in a commercial business.
- Taking ownership for a group of the agency’s clients and departments, preparing and analysing weekly and monthly management information on revenue, recoverability, margin and utilisation.
- Investigate and provide context to variance analysis against forecasts.
- Preparation of monthly reports, including revenue, billing and commercial performance, for senior commercial team and business leads.
- Preparation of WIP and billing for your clients, ensuring accrued revenue do not exceed 3 months in aging by reconciling accounts bi-weekly with the Account’s team.
- Supporting with the development of new management reports and business information to support the agency.
- Assist with quarter-end revenue audit
- Other commercial ad-hoc duties
/ HERE’S WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR (QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS)
- Agency experience strongly desired
- Exceptional relationship and influencing skills
- Experienced in strategic thinking and ability to see, articulate and drive to the big picture
- Passion and solution orientated approach to problem solving
- Exceptional verbal & written communication skills and adept at communicating effectively across all levels
- Highly developed presentation and delivery skills
- Ability to perform well in fast changing environments.
- Making yourself readily available to answer questions and offer support, and the ability to motivate people to succeed
At Momentum Worldwide, we value diversity and the uniqueness of all people. We thrive in an inclusive environment, and we recruit, hire and promote without regard to race, gender, age, color, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, ethnic or national origin, citizenship, religion, sexual preference, military or veteran status, marital status, family status, physical or mental disability – or any other legally protected categories as set forth in the applicable state, federal or local laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment including training, compensation, benefits and all other privileges of employment.
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