VP/Finance Director

This role involves managing the monthly close process under tight deadlines, including journal approvals, sub-schedule preparation, and reviewing reporting packages.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the monthly and annual budgeting and reforecasting processes within strict timelines.

• Collaborate with the Revenue Director to review client revenue, ensuring compliance with IAS reporting standards.

• Handle recurring and ad hoc financial reporting for management and the Groupe.

• Oversee essential controls for each agency to ensure compliance during audits.

• Work with Client Finance teams to review accounts receivable/accounts payable and other client-related matters.

• Analyze monthly reports prepared by the team on key processes, including revenue by client, receivables, and payables, focusing on aged balances, and share insights with senior finance leadership.

• Maintain relationships with internal and shared service teams (AP, Treasury, ERP, Tax, etc.) to support efficient daily operations.

• Oversee the implementation of ERP enhancements and ensure the team is trained on any process changes affecting month-end close tasks.

• Collaborate with sister agency teams on intercompany reporting to ensure proper elimination of intercompany transactions.

• Mentor FP&A teams on accounting best practices and drive continuous process improvements to support the growth of the business.