Finance Manager

Edelman

Finance Manager overseeing client finances for Edelman, the world’s largest communications firm. Managing reporting, forecasting, billing, profitability, contracts, and finance personnel.

Posted 8/17/2026full-timeWashington, DC • District of Columbia, Illinois, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $68,000 - $92,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong financial management capabilities, including revenue recognition, financial reporting, and budget analysis, while effectively supervising finance personnel and ensuring compliance with financial policies. Exhibits excellent communication and organizational skills to foster client relationships and manage project budgets.

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Financial AnalysisBudget ManagementClient CommunicationMicrosoft Office Advanced SkillsLeadership and Supervision

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Hard Skills

Financial ReportingRevenue RecognitionForecastingProcess ComplianceBudget DevelopmentContract NegotiationData AnalysisFinancial Systems KnowledgeAccounts Receivable ManagementVariance Analysis

Soft Skills

Interpersonal CommunicationClient Service OrientationOrganizationTime ManagementAttention to Detail

Industry Keywords

FinanceAccountingProject ManagementProfitability AnalysisUtilization TrackingPerformance AppraisalContinuous LearningBusiness AcumenEdelman ValuesCode of Ethics

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage client finances, including revenue recognition, financial reporting, forecasting, and process compliance
Supervise one or more Financial Analysts or Interns
Function as Business Manager on larger or more complex projects or clients
Coordinate data collection for client audits
Communicate with clients regarding budgets, billing, and accounts receivable issues
Maintain required client reporting and ensure timely completion
Support pricing of client proposals, RFP/RFI responses, and budget development
Support negotiation and review of client and vendor contracts
Ensure projects are managed in accordance with contracts and written client agreements are obtained and archived
Track project budgets against actuals and assist with client reporting
Review scopes, staffing plans, fees, expenses, billing reports, write-offs, and unbilled WIP
Analyze budget or forecast variances and prepare management reports
Identify and communicate profitability, utilization, revenue risk, staffing, and other financial concerns
Review fees for revenue recognition policy compliance
Facilitate billing coordination and ensure timely service-order processing
Minimize accounts receivable and credit risk and provide collection-status commentary
Supervise project setup and perform the Business Manager role for complex projects
Drive profitability and review staffing utilization, realization, and capacity
Ensure compliance with company financial policies
Handle ad hoc requests and projects
Contribute to performance appraisals and provide constructive feedback
Supervise and train Finance personnel and remain accountable for their work

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or Accounting with a minimum of five years of Finance or Accounting experience
In lieu of a degree, six years of Financial or Accounting experience
Advanced Microsoft Office skills
Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills
Client service orientation and ability to foster positive working relationships
Strong organization, time management, attention to detail, and ability to manage conflicting priorities
Strong financial analysis and management skills
Good business acumen and ability to explain financial concerns in layman’s terms
Self-starter with initiative
Advanced knowledge of financial systems
Ability to set clear expectations and deadlines, provide resources, monitor progress, and provide feedback
Commitment to continuous technical and leadership learning
Ability to demonstrate behaviors consistent with Edelman’s values and Code of Ethics and Business Conduct

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonuses
Paid Time Off policy
Medical and dental insurance
Vision insurance
401K
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Travel assistance
Wellness programming