Finance Assistant / Junior Finance Analyst

Edelman is a voice synonymous with trust, reimagining a future where the currency of communication is action. Our culture thrives on three promises: boldness is possibility, empathy is progress, and curiosity is momentum.

At Edelman, we understand diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB) transform our colleagues, our company, our clients, and our communities. We are in relentless pursuit of an equitable and inspiring workplace that is respectful of all, reflects and represents the world in which we live, and fosters trust, collaboration and belonging.

Key Responsibilities

Billing & Accounts Receivable

• Support the end-to-end billing process, ensuring invoices are prepared, submitted, and delivered accurately and on time.
• Proactively monitor upcoming billing requirements, including project setup, contracts, approvals, purchase orders, and other dependencies.
• Follow up on outstanding client documentation and billing requirements.
• Support collection activities and follow up on outstanding accounts receivable.
• Maintain accurate tracking of billing, collections, and open items.
• Follow finance-related tickets and issues through resolution.

Project Financial Management

• Develop a strong understanding of assigned client projects, including billing arrangements, contracts, purchase orders, financial requirements, and project status.
• Support project and contract setup and maintenance in financial systems.
• Maintain organized documentation and follow-up for assigned projects.

Reporting & Financial Analysis
As proficiency in core responsibilities develops, progressively support:

• Financial reporting and reconciliations.
• WIP and unbilled analysis.
• Project financial reviews.
• Revenue and forecast activities.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills, including the ability to work with formulas, PivotTables, lookups, data reconciliation, and large datasets.
• Conversational English proficiency, with the ability to participate in meetings and communicate effectively with English-speaking team members.
• Strong organizational, prioritization, and follow-up skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Proactive approach to identifying and resolving open items.
• Strong communication skills.
• Previous experience in Finance, Accounts Receivable, Billing, or Financial Operations is preferred.
• Experience with ERP or financial management systems is a plus.

We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t perfectly align with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

About Us

It started with one man’s passion to make an impact through stories…

70 years later, we are the world’s largest communications firm, which fosters an environment where people feel empowered to take the kind of bold action that makes careers, reshapes industries, and creates the unexpected.

We are one global team, over 6,000 strong across 60 offices, grounded by our shared values. We promise an experience where our employees see that boldness is possibility, empathy is progress, and curiosity is momentum.

Since Dan Edelman founded the firm in 1952, we have remained an independent, family-run business, and our culture is one that brings understanding, collaboration, and respect to our work and to each other.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) transform our colleagues, our clients, and our communities, and propel us forward as a company. At Edelman, we are in relentless pursuit of a fair and inspiring workplace that is respectful to all, reflects and represents the world in which we live, and fosters trust and collaboration. Each day and on each project, we strive to ensure that our colleagues feel a sense of true inclusion and belonging and can bring their best to their work— taking action and shaping impactful moments and movements within our company, on behalf of our clients, and within communities around the globe.

Our Values

• The relentless pursuit of excellence

• The freedom to be constantly curious

• The courage to do the right thing

• The commitment to positively impact society.

What Sets Us Apart

• We grow our people

• We invite and celebrate differences

• Our reputation is our brand

• We’re global, yet local

Why work here?

We offer more than just a career – we offer a place to grow, make a meaningful impact, and help drive change alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry. Our culture is built on trust, innovation, and inclusivity, where unique perspectives are not only welcomed, but celebrated. At Edelman, your ambitions are supported, your voice matters and your work contributes to shaping the future of communications and clients’ business.