Revenue Analyst

About VML

VML is a leading creative company that combines brand experience, customer experience, and commerce, creating connected brands to drive growth. VML is celebrated for its innovative and human first, award-winning work for blue chip client partners including AstraZeneca, Colgate-Palmolive, Dell, Ford, Microsoft, Nestlé, The Coca-Cola Company, and Wendy's. The agency is recognized by the Forrester Wave™ Reports, as a Leader among Marketing Creative and Content Service Providers, Commerce Services, Global Digital Experience Services, Global Marketing Services and, most recently, Marketing Measurement & Optimization. In addition, VML’s specialist health network, VML Health, is one of the world’s largest and most awarded health agencies. VML’s global network is powered by 26,000 talented people across 55+ markets, with principal offices in Kansas City, New York, Detroit, London, São Paulo, Shanghai, Singapore, and Sydney.

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Job Title : Revenue Analyst

Department : Finance

Reports To : Finance Director / Chief Financial Officer

Job Summary

The Revenue Analyst will be a critical member of our Finance team, responsible for overseeing all aspects of revenue recognition, reporting, and compliance. This role requires a deep understanding of IFRS 15, strong analytical skills, and a proactive approach to managing financial risks and internal controls related to revenue. The successful candidate will ensure the accuracy and integrity of revenue figures, contribute to strategic financial planning, and support the overall financial health of the organization.

Responsibilities

Revenue Management & Recognition:

• Lead the end-to-end revenue recognition process in accordance with IFRS 15, ensuring accurate and timely recording of revenue streams.
• Collaborate closely with client-servicing team members to validate revenue recognition criteria, understand service delivery milestones, and ensure proper revenue cut-off.
• Prepare and maintain the IFRS 15 checklist, meticulously identifying the appropriate revenue recognition method for diverse revenue streams and client service scopes.
• Manage and administer the contract summary schedule, ensuring all contractual terms impacting revenue are accurately captured and monitored.
  
  

Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Drive the periodical financial reporting process for revenue, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and strict adherence to reporting deadlines.
• Provide insightful monthly reporting and analysis on variances in billing, accrued revenue, and deferred revenue, explaining key drivers and trends.
• Actively participate in the annual budgeting and ongoing forecasting processes for the revenue section, providing data-driven insights and projections.
  
  

Risk Management & Internal Controls

• Lead the development, documentation, and ongoing review of SOX requirements specifically related to revenue, ensuring robust internal controls and compliance.
• Proactively identify and mitigate financial risks associated with revenue, including ensuring adherence to client acceptance procedures, assign the credit limit, contract checklists, and revenue recognition policies.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant accounting standards and regulatory requirements pertaining to revenue.
  
  

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting is required.
• CPA or CA certification is highly preferred.
  
  

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in revenue analysis and management, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Experience in external audit is recommended.
• Demonstrated expertise and practical application of IFRS 15.
• Experience with SOX compliance is a significant advantage.
  
  

Technical Skills

• Advanced proficiency in data analysis tools and Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Maconomy, SAP, Oracle) is highly desirable.
• Good knowledge of the UAE Corporate Tax Law, VAT Law, and application of non-resident withholding tax is an added advantage.
  
  

Core Competencies

• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen ability to interpret complex financial data and provide actionable insights.
• Meticulous attention to detail and a strong commitment to accuracy and data integrity.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate complex financial information clearly and effectively.
• Unwavering ethical standards and a high level of integrity.
• Proactive and results-oriented, with a demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, prioritize effectively, and consistently meet deadlines in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to thrive and contribute effectively to an evolving work environment.
  
  

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed by job holders within this job. However, this job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position.

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