Staff Accountant

Business Overview 

IPG Mediabrands is the media and marketing solutions division of Interpublic Group (NYSE: IPG). Mediabrands manages approximately $40 billion in marketing investment globally on behalf of its clients and provides strategic services and solutions across its award-winning, full-service agency networks UM and Initiative and through its innovative marketing specialist companies Reprise, Magna, Orion, Rapport, Healix, Mediabrands Content Studio and the IPG Media Lab. Mediabrands clients include many of the world’s most recognizable and iconic brands from a broad portfolio of industry sectors. The company employs more than 13,000 marketing experts in more than 130 countries representing the full diversity of humanity. For more information, please visit our website: www.ipgmediabrands.com.  

Orion Worldwide is a global media company that generates value for our business partners. As the industry has evolved over the past two decades, so have we — expanding our global reach and product offering to deliver value for the world’s best brands, across nearly every category. The very best ideas are developed by people with diversity of background, thought and experience working together to develop customized solutions that best address our partners’ needs. A five-time winner of “Most Inclusive Climate” at the IPG Inclusion Awards, we scale our recruiting efforts beyond the traditional advertising candidate pool to find people who possess the passion, innovative thinking and collaborative skills needed to achieve our business goals and assist in cultivating a culture in which we can all be proud.

Position Overview 

The Staff Accountant is a position requiring an attention to detail and the ability to be proactive and analytical – a person who is interested in learning, crafting, and mastering the Orion business model. This role supports Operations and Finance, and rolls into the Orion Accounting/Controllers team. The Staff Accountant will perform daily business activities and reporting related to payments, cash management, billing, and collections. Moreover, assist with process improvement to the functions and tasks across Operations. Utilizing a strong analytical mindset, this person should display an affinity for working with numbers, possess strong communication skills, and work well in a team environment. We expect the candidate to be curious and self-motivated and be able to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. The Staff Accountant reports to the Accounting Manager. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, general ledger accounting relating to month end/quarter close, financial reporting, managing day to day financial operations and other special projects as assigned.

**Please note there will be an Excel assessment for this position**

Key Responsibilities:

• Support Accounting Manager with monthly close process including timely preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, financial statements and supporting work papers
• Provide teams with recurring reports and support through multiple platforms
• Communicate and work with other IPG sister agencies on the reporting of intercompany transactions on a monthly and quarterly basis.
• Support the Omaha shared services team with accounts receivable and payment reports from Orion vendor reports
• Retrieve and book client/vendor payment information and client savings on a weekly basis and reconcile against the general ledger
• Set up and perform Media & Accounting System maintenance by processing New Client and Vendor Requests
• Periodic inventory count and record keeping for any barter goods maintained in house

Desired Skills & Experience: 

• 0-2 years Accounting/Finance experience
• Exposure to journal entries, month-end reconciliations, AP/AR and other accounting areas
• Great organizational and time management skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong balance sheet knowledge
• Great communication skills as there will be significant interaction with other departments and agencies within our organization
• Ability to multi-task
• Self-starter with ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Excel required: (pivot tables, spreadsheets, queries, etc.)
• Hyperion and SAP is a plus
• Revenue experience is a plus
• Media experience is a plus

The Orion Experience

• Hybrid work schedule that promotes life/work integration
• Unlimited time off, monthly wellness days, winter break and employee appreciation week office closures
• Generous parental leave, up to 20 weeks fully paid
• A supportive culture rooted in our foundational values of empowerment and empathy
• A focus on your development and offer training sessions, career mapping, workshops, and global mentorship program
• An environment that promotes open conversation and idea sharing through a variety of forums, community talks, and accessible leadership
• Employee-led resource group that plays a key role in shaping Orion’s culture of belonging and ensuring that employees can thrive
• Charitable and volunteer efforts that are employee-led through Orion Gives Back
• Weekly “Community Day” that includes breakfast, lunch, and engagement events
• Onsite gym facility and free/subsidized café

Don’t meet every single requirement? That’s OK! At Orion, we value a variety of perspectives and experiences and believe in transferrable skillsets. If you’re excited about this role but not certain it’s a match, we encourage you to apply!

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We See You  

At IPG Mediabrands, we are unified behind a commitment to fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging. Together, we shine through a set of shared values and behaviors. We take pride in our responsibility to our clients, communities, and to each other. We embrace differences and recognize the unique value that each of us brings to our community.  

We encourage you to apply, as unique backgrounds, perspectives, and lived experiences are welcomed.   

We See You At IPG Mediabrands. 

Wage and Benefits  

We offer a Total Rewards package that includes medical and dental coverage, 401(k) plans, flex spending, life insurance, disability, employee discount program, employee stock purchase program and paid family benefits to support you and your family. To give you the ability to better meet your personal needs, and in support of your physical and emotional well-being, you will receive discretionary time off days and company-wide Appreciation Weeks and Wellness Days. 

We also offer a competitive Total Compensation package, including a competitive salary and eligibility for an annual discretionary incentive award or a relevant incentive award. 

The salary range for this position is below.  Where an employee or prospective employee is paid within this range will depend on, among other factors, actual ranges for current/former employees in the subject position, market considerations, budgetary considerations, tenure and standing with the Company (applicable to current employees), as well as the employee’s/applicant’s skill set, level of experience, and qualifications.   

Employment Transparency  

It is the policy of Mediabrands, division of the Interpublic group, to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, veteran status, disability, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.   

The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the American with Disabilities Act of 1990. The job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity. Essential and other job functions are subject to modification. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.   

For applicants to jobs in the United States: In compliance with the current Americans with Disabilities Act and state and local laws, if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position with Universal McCann, please email accommodation@mbww.com. 

About Mediabrands: 

IPG Mediabrands is the media and marketing solutions division of Interpublic Group (NYSE: IPG). IPG Mediabrands manages over $47 billion in marketing investment globally on behalf of its clients across its full-service agency networks UM, Initiative and Mediahub and through its award-winning specialty business units Healix, Kinesso, MAGNA, Matterkind, Mediabrands Content Studio, Orion Holdings, Rapport, Reprise, and the IPG Media Lab. IPG Mediabrands clients include many of the world’s most recognizable and iconic brands from a broad portfolio of industry sectors including automotive, personal finance, consumer product goods (CPG), pharma, health and wellness, entertainment, financial services, energy, toys and gaming, direct to consumer and e-commerce, retail, hospitality, food and beverage, fashion and beauty. The company employs more than 18,000 diverse marketing communication professionals in more than 130 countries. Learn more at www.ipgmediabrands.com.  

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Last updated on Aug 22, 2024