Jobs at Accenture

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• Overview As part of the agency’s client lead team and reporting to a Business Unit Director, the Group Account Director is responsible for the client relationship with an identified client team, ensuring delivery against client expectations through deep understanding of the client, the business, the brand and the channels.
• As Group Account Director, you take all briefs and attend all relevant client meetings.
• Supported by a team of delivery leads who are accountable for ensuring that work happens, the Group Account Director works closely with them and strategy to help our clients achieve their business objectives.

Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

• Hold the day-to-day client relationship and manage all communications on your client
• Receive and understand all briefs from clients and ensure they flow promptly and swiftly to the delivery team
• Manage and understand client expectations by being a focal point for day-to-day interaction
• Build and manage client business and relationships
• Work closely with the Project Leads, Strategy and Studio Lead on your client to help deliver to client and agency expectations
• Support your Business Unit Director in driving and meeting all financial targets
• Be a strategic partner to your clients, enabling you to guide and drive better work, better business conversations, and build business
• Maintain the integrity of the creative strategy and work throughout the campaign
• Ability to manage different personalities and always strive to get the best out of each individual
• Keep abreast of relevant trends in order to add additional value to your client’s business

Requirements / Experience / Skill

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Marketing or Business Communications
• Minimum 3 years working experience as an Account Director in Advertising Agency (or in a similar environment)
• Proficient in MS Office (i.e. Word / Excel / PowerPoint etc.)
• Experience working on Workbook (advantageous)
• A good command of the English language (both verbal and written)
• Strong presentation skills
• Strong administrative and organisational skills
• Strong numerical skills (financial & budget management experience)
• Strong multitasking skills (ability to work on more than one brief at any given time)

Personal Attributes

• Team player with the ability to work independently
• Ability to remain calm in a fast-paced environment
• Creative “out of the box” thinker
• People focused
• Proactive
• Resilient
• Client-centric
• Meticulous with attention to detail

Other:

• Comfortable to work on-site (at the office) and at client offices when required

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Job Description

• Account Director — Retail (Integrated, Above-the-Line & Digital)
• The Account Director plays a key role in driving the efficient and profitable running of the account, with a strong focus on delivering innovative, retail-centric campaigns across above-the-line, digital, and integrated media.
• While fully engaged in day-to-day delivery, you’re also thinking ahead — identifying opportunities for account growth, mentoring and motivating your team, and demonstrating a deep understanding of your clients’ business goals, their shoppers, and their path to conversion.
• This role is accountable for the successful development and implementation of account strategies and campaigns that connect with retail consumers and drive measurable results for both clients and their brands.

Experience:

• 5+ years’ client service experience within an integrated or creative advertising agency (preferably a well-established retail-focused agency)
• 3+ years’ people management experience, mentoring account team members and delivering campaigns that make a measurable commercial impact

Qualification
Qualifications:

• Matric essential
• Relevant tertiary qualification (marketing and communications) essential

Skills and attribute / Key competencies:

• Proficient in MS Office suite (incl. Mail, Word, Powerpoint and Excel) essential
• Diverse and excellent writing skills
• Enthusiastic / confident / professional / diplomatic
• Exceptional interpersonal skills
• Good team working and management skills
• Presentation skills
• Ability to cope with pressure, work to tight deadlines and handle diverse activities
• Reliable, organized and attention to detail
• Passion for client delivery and service
• Organisation and administration skills essential
• Accountable with good follow-through
• Business and commercial acumen

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Job Description

• We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Account Executive to support our team in managing client relationships and executing digital marketing campaigns.
• The ideal candidate will assist in coordinating projects, maintaining client communications, and ensuring the seamless delivery of services.
• This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop skills within a creative agency setting.

Key responsibilities:

• Client support: Assist the account management team in day-to-day client communications, addressing inquiries, and providing timely updates.
• Project coordination: Collaborate with internal teams to ensure projects align with client expectations and are delivered on schedule
• Administrative tasks: Manage documentation, prepare reports, and maintain organized records of client interactions and project details.
• Meeting participation: Attend client and internal meetings, taking detailed notes and disseminating action items to relevant parties
• Quality Assurance: Review deliverables for accuracy and quality before they are shared with clients
• Billing support: Assist in preparing cost estimates and sharing them with clients

Qualifications

• Tertiary Qualification in Marketing, Communications or Business
• Previous experience or internships in a marketing or agency environment is advantageous
• Strong verbal and written communications skills
• Excellent organizational abilities with keen attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paces environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suit
• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn

What we offer

• A supportive and creative working environment
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• Exposure to a variety of clients and industries

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Role Overview

• We’re looking for a multi-skilled junior motion designer who’s comfortable with both creative execution and technical problem-solving.
• You'll work on high-volume Telkom rollout campaigns while also supporting the development of smarter internal workflows and animation systems.
• This hybrid role is ideal for someone who enjoys creating clean, effective motion graphics, but also wants to help build tools and processes that make the team faster, more consistent, and more scalable.
• You’ll collaborate closely with the creative team - delivering rollout content and contributing to systems that will support future projects and clients.

Core Responsibilities

• Animate branded 2D/3D content for Telkom and other campaigns
• Build and maintain modular
• After Effects templates and scripts Help develop a scalable motion component system aligned with brand guidelines
• Collaborate with designers and senior animators to automate parts of the animation pipeline
• Support day-to-day rollout work across multiple deliverables
• Apply feedback clearly and consistently in a fast-paced environment

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong proficiency in Adobe After Effects, including Expressions and scripting (JavaScript/ExtendScript)
• Solid understanding of motion design principles and 2D animation
• Basic knowledge of 3D tools like Cinema 4D or Blender (modelling, lighting, rendering) Interest in automation, systems thinking, and technical problem-solving
• Experience working with brand toolkits, templates, and style guides
• Bonus Points Familiarity with Houdini, Redshift, or other rendering engines
• Experience building libraries of motion components or reusable systems
• Exposure to agile workflows, version control, or production pipelines
• Previous experience on high-volume rollout campaigns
• Curiosity around new tools and workflows, including AI/ML-enhanced processes

Who Thrives Here You’re someone who is:

• Curious & coachable – You want to grow, learn from senior creatives, and improve systems
• Detail-obsessed – You catch inconsistencies and polish the little things
• Technically creative – You enjoy scripting and streamlining just as much as animating
• Craft-driven – You care about quality, even when work is fast-paced or templated
• Resilient – You stay focused and sharp during large-scale productions
• Team-oriented – You bring a positive attitude to both internal teams and production partners

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About the Role

• We’re looking for a Junior Art Director with a passion for retail advertising, a strong conceptual mindset, and an exceptional eye for design.
• If you thrive in a fast-paced retail environment but also crave the opportunity to push creative boundaries with innovative digital, in-store, and beyond-the-shelf concepts, this role is for you.
• About Us Our studio manages a diverse portfolio of revitalized retail brands that are striving to be more competitive in the market.
• We operate in a culture of respect, hard work, and collaboration, where bold ideas and fresh thinking are encouraged.

What You’ll Do:

• Develop standout creative concepts for retail campaigns across multiple channels, including digital, in-store, social media, and experiential marketing.
• Execute high-quality designs and layouts that bring retail brands to life.
• Work closely with copywriters, strategists, and senior creatives to craft compelling advertising that drives engagement and sales.
• Balance speed and quality, understanding the fast turnaround nature of retail while delivering strategically sound, creatively exciting work.
• Bring fresh ideas to the table—this is a space to grow, experiment, and challenge the category.
• Leverage AI and generative AI tools to enhance creativity and workflow efficiency.
• Be a self-starter who continuously seeks out learning opportunities and new ways to push creative boundaries.
• Collaborate with a talented team in a supportive and high-energy studio environment.

What We’re Looking For:

• A creative with a strategic mind—someone who understands the why behind the work.
• A strong visual and conceptual thinker with a keen eye for design, typography, and branding.
• The ability to juggle multiple projects and meet tight deadlines without compromising creativity or quality.
• A team player who’s eager to learn, grow, and bring their unique personality and flair to our work.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign etc).
• Knowledge of AI and generative AI in creative work is a plus.
• A proactive self-starter with a hunger for learning and adapting to industry trends.
• If you’re looking for a place to sharpen your skills, contribute fresh ideas, and help reshape retail advertising, we’d love to hear from you!

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About the Role

• We’re looking for a Mid-Weight Art Director with a passion for retail advertising, a strong conceptual mindset, and an exceptional eye for design.
• With a minimum of 3-5 years' experience, you should be confident in developing bold, impactful creative work while maintaining the fast pace required in retail.
• This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a high-energy environment and is ready to push creative boundaries across digital, in-store, and beyond-the-shelf concepts.
• About Us Our studio manages a diverse portfolio of revitalized retail brands that are striving to be more competitive in the market.
• We operate in a culture of respect, hard work, and collaboration, where bold ideas and fresh thinking are encouraged.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead and develop standout creative concepts for retail campaigns across multiple channels, including digital, in-store, social media, and experiential marketing.
• Execute high-quality designs and layouts that elevate retail brands and drive engagement.
• Collaborate closely with copywriters, strategists, and senior creatives to produce compelling advertising that meets both creative and commercial objectives.
• Balance speed and quality, understanding the fast turnaround nature of retail while delivering work that is both strategically sound and creatively exciting.
• Bring innovative ideas to the table—this is a space to grow, experiment, and challenge the category.
• Leverage AI and generative AI tools to enhance creativity and workflow efficiency.
• Take ownership of projects, guiding juniors when needed while remaining hands-on with design execution. Be a self-starter who continuously seeks out learning opportunities and new ways to push creative boundaries.
• Collaborate with a talented team in a supportive and high-energy studio environment.

What We’re Looking For:

• A creative with a strategic mindset—someone who understands the why behind the work and can translate it into compelling creative.
• A strong visual and conceptual thinker with a keen eye for design, typography, and branding.
• The ability to juggle multiple projects and meet tight deadlines without compromising creativity or quality.
• A team player who’s eager to lead, inspire, and bring fresh ideas to our creative output.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.).
• Knowledge of AI and generative AI in creative work is a plus.
• A proactive self-starter with a hunger for learning and adapting to industry trends.
• Strong presentation and communication skills, with the ability to articulate ideas clearly to both internal teams and clients.
• If you’re looking for a place to sharpen your skills, step up as a creative leader, and help reshape retail advertising, we’d love to hear from you!

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Job Summary

• We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Client Finance & Operations Specialist to support commercial, operational, and financial functions within our business.
• This is not a purely finance-focused role — it requires a blend of client account management, business operations, and financial tracking in a creative agency environment.
• The ideal candidate will have experience in budget reconciliation, client-facing collections, and working with tools like Deltek WorkBook, Chase, or similar platforms.
• A financial background with a strong understanding of business operations is essential for success in this role.

Key Responsibilities
Financial Operations & Invoicing

• Approve pricing aligned with client contracts and scopes of work.
• Generate and validate pro-forma and final invoices, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Collaborate with the Centre of Excellence (COE) to ensure timely invoice processing and delivery.
• Partner with the controllership team to allocate payments and reconcile credits appropriately.
• Communicate directly with clients regarding billing queries and collections.

Cashflow & Revenue Management

• Submit weekly receivables and cash flow reports to monitor payment status.
• Lead weekly check-ins with client leads to resolve outstanding financial items.
• Support accurate revenue recognition processes in collaboration with relevant teams.

Budget & Forecast Management

• Track and manage business development (BD) budgets with precision.
• Assist in pricing retainer models and ensuring correct resource allocation in WorkBook.
• Maintain and update financial forecasts in alignment with business targets.

WorkBook & Data Integrity

• Conduct regular audits (“data patrols”) to ensure financial and operational data accuracy in WorkBook.
• Manage job reconciliations and ensure timely job closures.
• Submit time allocations for FTCs and freelancers for financial journaling.
• Support the updates of pipeline and opportunity records.

Operational & Commercial Support

• Provide cover for other roles within the operations and commercial team as needed.
• Offer input into continuous process improvement and client satisfaction efforts.

Key Requirements

• Diploma or degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business Administration.
• 10+ years’ experience in a client finance or operations role within an advertising or creative agency.
• Demonstrated ability to manage client accounts and resolve financial queries independently.
• Experience using WorkBook, Chase, or similar project and finance management platforms.
• Strong budgeting and reconciliation skills, with familiarity in basic financial tools.
• Advanced Excel skills and comfort with financial reports and dashboards.
• Excellent stakeholder management and client communication abilities.
• A proactive, hands-on problem solver with strong attention to detail.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a dynamic, fast-paced environment where finance meets creativity.
• Collaborate with senior stakeholders across operations, client service, and finance.
• Contribute to meaningful work that impacts client success and agency performance.
• Grow your career within a supportive and progressive agency culture.