Overview:
Work Location - Chennai
Work Hours - 6:30pm IST to 3:30am IST(During Day light 7:30PM IST to 4:30am IST)
Work Mode - Hybrid (3 days from the office/week)
Experience - Required: 6–9 Years
Skills - Experience in accounting, Hands on experience in creating Revenue reports for P&L, Excellent Communication skills( both verbal and Nonverbal), Budget project management Experience is preferrable, Reporting Tools: Advance Excel, PowerBI, Power Query etc..
About Role
OGS has determined the need for an Offshore Finance - Lead (Client Finance). The position will be part of the agency’s Client Finance team in NYC and is responsible for supporting the team on month-end close activities, forecasting verification, billing setups, compliance reporting, utilization tracking, and related financial processes. The ideal candidate will report to the Finance Manager (or relevant lead) and would be detail-oriented, highly organized, communicate effectively, and can work in a fast-paced environment.
Join us at OGS:
We are OGS—Omnicom's Integrated Solutions Engine that brings together a global talent community and connected capabilities in data, creative, media, commerce, and technology to build adaptive, future-ready solutions.
We are redefining the global capability center - not as an offshoring hub, but as a true inside edge. OGS is the place where the future is tested, built, and scaled for the world’s most ambitious agencies and clients.
With over 4300+ talented professionals in India, we are proud to be a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative community that thrives on innovation and excellence. Our teams work with some of the world’s most iconic brands, helping them move faster and achieve more—everywhere. We are growing rapidly and looking for passionate individuals to be part of this journey.
Let us build this, together!
Responsibilities:
- Prepare and post recurring month-end journal entries (JEs)
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Prepare Media Spend Audit vs OMG reports
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Set up billing schedules for Business Planning Managers (BPMs)
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Verify forecast billings accuracy placed by Budget Project Managers in TM1
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Send out Quarterly Media Spend reports to Client Business Leads
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Support Finance Directors with Audit
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Variance analysis of billings forecast in TM1 vs Client teams’ submission
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Refresh and compile the monthly C&F while coordinating with Finance Directors on any variances
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Create project codes for Time and Non-billable projects
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Prepare hours journals to correct hours in timekeeping system
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Process project transfers related to billable and non-billable jobs
- Maintenance of the Revenue and Billings SQL reports
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Support Utilization tracking:
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Compare contracted hours vs. logged hours
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Investigate and track down missing time entries
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Handle ad-hoc OMG compliance reporting requests
Qualifications:
- Finance, Accounting, or other relevant degree
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Ability to multi-task and perform under pressure
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Highly detail oriented, good organizational skills and deadline oriented.
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Self-starter and independent/pro-active thinker who has the desire to work in a fast-paced organization.
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Ability to work autonomously at times.
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Strong knowledge of Excel (including x-lookups and pivot tables) and work with large volumes of data (background in Power Query preferred).
Desirable Skills & Attributes:
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Strong communication and writing skills.
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Strong technical accounting and analytical skills
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Outgoing personality and ability to establish rapport and work efficiently with all team members serving various functions at various levels.
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Familiarity with financial systems such as TM1, or similar planning/reporting tools.
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Experience in media/advertising finance, client billing, or utilization tracking is a plus.
Why Join Us?
At Omnicom Global Solutions India, work is more than a job—it is a space to grow, thrive, and feel celebrated. We foster a culture built on integrity, respect, equity, pride, and belonging, offering a holistic employee experience that empowers real impact.
What Makes Life at OGS Special:
Trust Through Transparency & Integrity: We keep things open and fair with easy access to leaders and HR, ways to share your feedback, and clear processes that ensure honesty and accountability.
Culture of Care & Belonging: We prioritize your well-being through comprehensive insurance coverage, flexible leave options, structured onboarding, and resources for emotional and physical health. You also enjoy complimentary meals and subsidized cab services for added comfort. Beyond work, we foster togetherness through CSR initiatives, open conversations, and shared celebrations—creating a workplace where care and belonging thrive.
Equity & Impartiality: We ensure fairness through benchmarked compensation, transparent performance reviews, and clear, policy-driven decisions.
Recognition & Growth: We empower your career through sponsored learning, leadership development programs, internal mobility opportunities, and meaningful recognition—celebrating impact while enabling continuous growth.
At OGS India, we are not just hiring for a role—we are inviting you to join a purpose-driven, people-first culture where your growth, well-being, and individuality are celebrated every step of the way.
