Revenue Accounting Manager jobs in Maryland

Company Description

Dentsu is a modern marketing solutions company. Our mission is to help clients navigate in a world of change. Businesses rely on our integrated network of agencies and specialized practices to advocate for meaningful progress through creative, media, commerce, data and technology. Part of Dentsu Group, our global network comprises 66,000 diverse people in 143 countries, who are dedicated to teaming for growth and good. Some of our award-winning agencies include 360i, Carat, dentsumcgarrybowen, DEG, dentsuX, iProspect and Merkle. Follow us on Twitter @DentsuUSA and visit dentsu.com/us.

Job Location: Remote, US

Job Description

The Revenue Accounting Analyst plays an active role in the newly centralized and specialized Revenue Accounting team. You will maintain the integrity of client financial data and linking it to operational and financial systems for appropriate revenue recognition. You will be also ensure client contract assurance is conducted according to the service line compliance framework and dentsu policies and reports to the Director, Revenue Accounting.

You will report to the Director of Revenue Accounting and work with the Commercial Finance, Financial Control, Operational Finance and Client Services teams

Revenue Assurance and Contract Maintenance

• Review the Statements of Work and determine proper revenue recognition criteria and ensure compliance with dentsu policies and escalate any evident risks to the Director of Revenue Accounting.
• Ensure revenue is recognized following the contractual terms is and compliant with IFRS 15
• Ensure that statements of work/POs are compliant and assessed for potential risks
• Ensure that statements of work/POs are agreed and signed before work is undertaken
• Fulfill information requests for internal, external financial and client audits
• Maintain monthly revenue recognition schedule for all portfolio clients.
• Work with Commercial Finance, Client Teams, and FP&A as it relates to revenue forecasting
• Work with Client Teams to build relationships and understanding the service offerings and deliverables provided
• Ensure appropriate revenue recognition during the period-end while ensuring all necessary accruals are reviewed and approved.
• Review month-end variances to forecasted revenue by providing detailed explanations to the Commercial Finance and Client Teams surrounding the variances.
• Perform month end tasks to verify client revenue and the review of the accrued and deferred income balance sheet accounts
• Supply the Commercial Finance Team with important information to feed into the forecasting process
• Maintain a audit trail for revenue accounting and reporting
• Participate in and provide the required inputs for the month-end close review meeting with Commercial Finance and Financial Control teams
• Improve continuous improvements in the processes for reporting revenues
• Provide input in reporting changes to revenue and revenue-related balance sheet lines ensuring that risk items are identified and managed
• Liaise with Operations Team to ensure the accuracy of client invoicing
• Help review unbilled amounts with Operational Finance and Client Teams

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
• Experience in a similar finance/accounting role (min. 3 years)
• Knowledge of D365, MediaOcean, Nexelus or similar client job costing/media booking and accounting platforms
• Excellent IT experience using the Microsoft D365 accounting system desirable

Skills

• Demonstrate Microsoft Excel and system skills
• Manage multiple, conflicting deadlines and navigate amidst change
• Be a team player
• Educate and instill awareness across the business on revenue recognition principles
• Understand the different kinds of revenue streams

Additional Information

The anticipated salary range for this position is $68,000-110,400. Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors including relevant experience, knowledge, skills and other factors permitted by law. A range of medical, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, paid time off, or other benefits also are available. For more information regarding dentsu benefits, please visit dentsubenefitsplus.com

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About dentsu

Dentsu is the network designed for what's next, helping clients predict and plan for inspiring future opportunities in the sustainable economy. Taking a people-centered approach to business transformation, dentsu combines Japanese innovation with a diverse, global perspective to achieve client growth and to shape society www.dentsu.com.

We are champions for meaningful progress and we strive to be a force for good—for our people, for our clients, for the industry and for our society. We keep our people at the center, creating space for growth, understanding and learning so they can excel. We embed diversity, in our mindset, in our products and in our teams to empower an inclusive, equitable and culturally fluent environment. Building this culture within our teams makes us better collaborators with each other and with our clients, driving better outcomes for all.

Dentsu (the "Company") is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee of the Company, on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage or citizenship, disability, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information, or any other legally-recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act or certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done to ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing an undue hardship on the Company. Please contact your recruiter if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process or to request or discuss an accommodation in connection with a job at the Company to which you are applying.

About dentsu 
Dentsu is the network designed for what’s next, helping clients predict and plan for disruptive future opportunities in the sustainable economy. Taking a people-centered approach to business transformation, dentsu combines Japanese innovation with a diverse, global perspective to drive client growth and to shape society www.dentsu.com. 

We are champions for meaningful progress and we strive to be a force for good—for our people, for our clients, for the industry and for our society. We keep our people at the center, creating space for growth, understanding and learning so they can thrive. We embed diversity, in our mindset, in our solutions and in our teams to empower an inclusive, equitable and culturally fluent environment. Building this culture within our teams makes us better collaborators with each other and with our clients, driving better outcomes for all.

Dentsu (the "Company") is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee of the Company, on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage or citizenship, disability, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information, or any other legally-recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done that will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing an undue hardship on the Company. Please contact your recruiter if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process or to request or discuss an accommodation in connection with a job at the Company to which you are applying.