Job Description

Intern, Finance

We are seeking a dynamic, entry-level Finance professional to join our fast-paced environment. The Intern, Finance will work closely with members of the global Finance team, both at Zeno and the overarching holdings company we are part of. This role is based in Chicago and reports to the Senior Financial Analyst. Successful interns will be considered for a full-time position upon completion of the internship, based on performance and business needs. You will succeed at Zeno if you are fearless, resourceful, and enjoy working in a fast-paced agency setting.

Responsibilities

• Handle ad hoc requests and projects.
• Assist staff with preparing and managing client budgeting and planning.
• Assist with client reporting, audit requests, and data collection.
• Calculate and track monthly revenues based on active contracts and client billings.
• Facilitate billing processes, conduct financial analysis, and generate reporting for individual projects.
• Participate in accounts receivable follow up and reporting as required.
• Participate in tasks related to the conversion to new financial system, including project cleanup and closing, conversion spreadsheet maintenance, and change management training.
• Process purchase orders and work with the Accounts Payable team.
• Prepare and enter Service Orders for intercompany work.
• Review monthly fee and expense details by pulling back up documentation as needed, performing variance analysis on expenses and ensuring proper coding of expenses.
• Run monthly financial queries and reporting as part of month end close and upon staff request.
• Update financial forecasts in financial system.

Qualifications

• Approachable demeanor and ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Bachelor's degree in finance, business management, or related field.
• Build relationships based on trust and respect.
• Collaborative work style and knows that no job is too big or too small.
• Desire to grow with our growing agency.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills as there is significant interaction with employees across the agency.
• Fast learner, able to understand systems and processes quickly.
• Curiosity to employ our AI tools for efficiencies in streamlining and redefining existing financial processes.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver on tight deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and an aptitude for financial and client reporting systems.
• Sense of humor and ability to embrace change.
• Unwavering integrity and professionalism when dealing with confidential information.

$18 - $18 an hour

An employee's pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, travel requirements, revenue-based metrics, any contractual agreements, and business or organizational needs. The range listed is just one component of Zeno's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, a Paid Time Off policy, and region-specific benefits.

About Us

Zeno Group is the fiercely independent and global, integrated communications agency, born from PR. We bring together the boldest and brightest talent to help clients across industries and sectors unleash the power of strategic communications. Guided by our "Fearless Pursuit of the Unexpected," we push the boundaries to achieve real business value and societal impact for clients. Winner of the industry's most coveted awards including the 2024 PRWeek U.S. Outstanding Large Agency of the Year, 2023 PRWeek Purpose Agency of the Year, 2022 PRWeek Global Agency of the Year, 2022 PRovoke Best Large Agency to Work For in North America and a three-time winner of PRWeek's Best Places to Work. Zeno has also been previously recognized by the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity. Zeno is a DJE Holdings Company.

About Our Benefits

Healthy, happy employees make Zeno better, so we have programs that support physical, mental and financial wellness. Our culture and benefits are designed to promote flexibility, celebrate diversity and support work/life balance. We offer a variety of medical, dental and vision insurance with prescription plans, as well as short and long-term disability. Our Be Kind to Your Mind program focuses on mental health, providing a paid subscription to Headspace and access to mental health providers and other services through a best-in-class employee assistance program. Employees are encouraged to bring their authentic self to Zeno and participate in our employee resource groups which build communities for sharing and support. And while we love our work, we believe in the restorative power of time off with generous vacation, paid holidays and self-care time. Employees are supported in their pursuit of financial wellness with a 401(k) plan, pretax flexible spending accounts, tuition assistance, life insurance and free access to a certified financial coach. And our unique ZenoFit program provides a monthly allowance to fund activities in your personal life that bring you joy and keep you healthy. These and other benefits are available to non-temporary employees in the US.

Zeno Group is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage racially and ethnically diverse people, members of the LGBTQ community, veterans, parents, individuals with disabilities and members of any and all protected classes to apply.

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