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Mediabrands Worldwide, Inc. Freelance - Assistant, Finance Operations in New York, New York
Freelance - Assistant, Finance Operations
Position Summary
Orion Worldwide is a global media company that generates value across our industry. We create value through investing with media owners in exchange for a discount on future media. We are then able to deliver value to clients by providing the ability to execute their desired media/marketing strategy at lower cost. This is accomplished through Orion's product offering: Capital, Barter, Fixed Price and Direct Response, via ID Media our sister agency.Our employees, whom we call Orionites, have a work experience that combines the best of both worlds - an organization that cultivates a "small town" community ethos with all the advantages, opportunities, and benefits of an organization within Interpublic Group (IPG), one of the "Big Five" advertising holding companies. We look for people who possess the passion, innovative thinking, and partnership skills to join our collaborative and diverse teams. No single person, or discipline, is responsible for success at Orion. Teamwork is the backbone for how we achieve our business goals and cultivate an inclusive culture in which we can all be proud. We strive for a vibrant culture of creativity, accountability, and connection - and believe we do a pretty good job!We compiled these materials to help you learn more about what we do, how we do our work and who we are as a company. We also asked Orionites, to share their stories - how they learned about Orion, how they have grown and some of their favorite memories.The Temporary Assistant Analyst, Finance Operations will be responsible for working directly with the National Investment media teams to create and manage bespoke and templated reports. The ideal candidate must be comfortable integrating data from different sources to produce reports that will drive financial and business inputs, which will be pivotal for tracking the progression of Orion partnerships and billings. This position requires attention to detail, proactivity, analytical mindset, strong communication skills, alongside working well in a team environment. Candidates are expected to be curious, self-motivated, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. This role also supports the various media types across the business in preparing, maintaining, and stewarding clients' media schedules.Key Responsibilities
- Utilize Excel templates and internal databases to create Orion specific documents
- Track and report on the completion of process tasks
- Updating Vendor Open Invoices Statements
- Point of Contact with Master Data Management - Vendor/Client/Product Codes set up
- Salesforce: Updating Exchange Rates
- Invoices Reconciliation
- National "Okay to Pay" Process
- National Affidavits Creation
- National Digital Invoices Gross Up
- National Invoice Revisions
- National MBOX Entry / Live Bills Creation
- National Matchpay
- Prepare and Send National Trackers to Shared Services
- Establish a positive and professional working relationship with all Orion staff across various disciplines
- Assist with ad hoc operations requests
Desired Skills & Experience
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, with a focus on Microsoft Excel (Excel baseline requirements: VLOOKUP, SUMIFS, PIVOTS, etc.)
- Exceptional organizational skills with a high attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Analytical mindset and entrepreneurial spirit
- Thrives on accomplishing tasks accurately and efficiently
- Maintain a high level of integrity and be a team player
- Ability to prioritize, shift attention when prompted, and work in a fast-paced environment
- Experience with MediaOcean products (PRISMA) a plus
About Us
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.
We See YouAt 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 BenefitsWe 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 posted 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
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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 Mediabrands, please email accommodation@mbww.com.
About IPG 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, Mediabrands Content Studio, Orion Holdings, Rapport, 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.
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.
Minimum Salary: 50000.00 Maximum Salary: 50000.00 Salary Unit: Yearly