Client Finance Manager

Who we are:Burson, part of WPP, is the global communications leader built to create value for clients through reputation. With highly specialized teams, industry-leading technologies and breakthrough creative, we help brands and businesses redefine reputation as a competitive advantage so they can lead today and into the future. When you work at Burson, you are part of a global community of lifelong learners who thrive at the edge of innovation.WPP (LSE/NYSE: WPP) is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.comFor more information visit bursonglobal.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram.More about the role:Burson is seeking a strong Client Finance Manager to support key areas of our business. This role will join a collaborative finance team that partners closely with practice leadership and client leads to help manage the financial health of the business. Reporting to the EVP, Finance Director, this role will be primarily responsible for:Leading day-to-day client finance support across a portfolio of accounts.Managing core finance activities tied to revenue recognition, contract grid management, forecasting, billing coordination, and financial oversight.Partnering closely with client leads and practice leadership to understand account activity, anticipate changes in scope or pacing, and ensure accurate financial treatment.Working across finance systems and reporting tools, including Excel, Maconomy, and SAP, to maintain strong financial controls and support business decision-making.Bringing a highly detail-oriented, organized, and hands-on approach to the role while helping the team navigate a fast-moving and closely scrutinized financial environment.What you'll do:Serve as a trusted finance partner to account and practice leaders, maintaining regular communication on account status, pacing, and upcoming activityNavigate Maconomy as a core day-to-day system and work within broader WPP finance processes as neededUse strong Excel skills to analyze data, work through finance files, and support accurate reporting and account managementReview client contracts, scopes of work, amendments, and change orders to assess appropriate revenue treatment to prepare and maintain contract gridPrepare and maintain detailed revenue and percentage of completion trackersApply revenue recognition principles to determine appropriate monthly revenue recognition on each client contractReview direct cost accruals with project managers to determine appropriate timing of expense recognition and alignment with revenue recognitionSupport the month-end close process, including preparing P&L and balance sheet schedules, journal entries, prepaids, revenue accruals/deferrals, and reconciliationsPrepare and maintain month-end financial supporting documentation in accordance with internal controls and audit requirementsExperience that contributes to success:Proven experience supporting quarterly and year-end financial reporting.At least 7+ years of experience in finance, client finance, accounting, or financial management within an agency, professional services, or similarly structured environmentStrong understanding of client billing models, including fee-based work and the financial implications of account activity over timeExperience supporting revenue recognition, contract management, forecasting, and account financial oversightAdvanced or highly proficient Excel skills, including expertise with Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, INDEX & MATCH, SUMIF, and a solid understanding of formula nesting, with the ability to work comfortably in detailed financial files and support data-driven analysisExperience using finance or ERP platforms; familiarity with Maconomy, SAP, is a plusAbility to build effective working relationships with client leads, practice leaders, billing partners, and finance colleaguesExperience with improving processes and reporting efficienciesStrong attention to detail and comfort operating in a highly scrutinized, control-focused environmentSound judgment and the ability to connect financial data with business contextOrganized, dependable, and able to manage multiple priorities across a varied portfolio of workClear written and verbal communication skillsComfortable working in a fast-paced environment and stepping into a role that supports immediate business needs#LI-DG1Burson is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package; click here for more details: .The base salary for this position at the time of this posting may range between:$60,000—$140,000 USDYou belong at Burson:Our vision is for Burson to be the leading ‘academy company’ for creative communications professionals and emerging leaders. We provide a dynamic environment where ambitious colleagues come to elevate their skills, expand their networks, and ultimately, produce the best solutions for today’s leading brands. Our commitment to your growth is reflected in our robust benefits and people programs, which include professional development opportunities, mentorship programs with industry leaders, a vibrant and inclusive company culture fostering collaboration and innovation and packages designed to reward and retain top talent. We invest in our people because we believe their success is our success.At Burson, we’re an agency of learn-it-alls. We recognize that the things we do best, creativity and communications, require a level of nuanced understanding. That’s why it’s imperative for us to hire extraordinarily talented people of all backgrounds and identities. Without that we can’t do the essential work of inspiring bold ideas, fostering constructive dialogue, cultivating meaningful experiences, and driving innovation and creativity for our partners. 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