Assistant Controller, North American Finance
BCW North America, United States
Job Description
Assistant Controller, North American Finance
New York Based- Hybrid Work Structure
The Role:
BCW is seeking an Assistant Controller to join the North America Headquarters Finance team. The position will work closely the North America Headquarters Controller and Chief Financial Officer. This person will also be working and communicating with local Finance Directors around North America and the WWHQ finance group. We are looking for someone highly motivated with strong organizational and communication skills.
Perks of working at BCW:
- Hybrid work environment that offers the flexibility and balance of working from home and going into the office
- Paid time off for vacation, sick and personal days, as well as Summer Fridays. Our Flexible Holiday Policy includes 9 paid holidays inclusive of Juneteenth and World Mental Health Day, with the option to swap out a company holiday for another personally significant day. We also offer paid time off for voting, jury duty, bereavement and school leave. In addition, our offices are closed for Winter Break between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day.
- 12 weeks paid Parental Leave to bond with your new child, also inclusive of adoption and foster care
- Wellness benefits including healthcare, vision, dental and pet insurance, as well as free virtual or in-person counselling for mental health.
- 401K Savings and Investment Plans
- Commuter benefits using pre-tax dollars per month to pay for eligible commuting amp; parking expenses
- WPP Employee Discount Program based on client roster
- Career growth opportunities through continued education, training amp; development courses, and BCW’s Career Pathing program
- Employee Resource Groups that provide our employees the platform to network, build key leadership skills, gain greater visibility and access to senior leadership, have an impact at BCW and the outside community and accelerate their careers.
The Work:
- Prepare balance sheet and Pamp;L analysis schedules for the North America Headquarters reporting unit.
- Support markets with the preparation of monthly balance sheet analytics and templates.
- Review monthly, quarterly, and yearly Pamp;L, balance sheet, and analysis schedules for North America Markets
- Verify the accuracy of financial data reported by local markets.
- Manage monthly close activities. This includes General Ledger analysis and recording monthly journal entries.
- Assist local market Finance Directors with general accounting enquiries.
- Advise markets on general ledger and sub ledger system operations.
- Complete monthly account reconciliations for balance sheet and profit and loss accounts
- Develop processes and policies to uphold and bolster internal controls
- Counsel Finance Directors with internal and external audit planning and preparation.
- Approve IFRS 16 lease accounting applications and modifications.
- Will play a major role in the region’s SOX programs for both local markets and NAHQ. Assist on all audits as needed.
- Key contact for unclaimed property auditors and work with the WPP tax group as needed on other projects.
- Develop processes to assist in the region’s NWC reporting.
- Be the regional representative for the on-going Maconomy upgrade.
- Special projects and ad hoc requests as required.
Experience That Contributes to Your Success:
- Bachelors or Master degree in Accounting or finance; CPA a plus.
- 5-7 years of experience in accounting/ finance
- Strong financial accounting skills.
- Advanced expertise in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Technically competent with accounting and internal control systems.
- Solid oral and written communication capabilities.
- Forward thinking outlook to meet goals and improve results.
- Willingness to work independently or as a team to meet or exceed deadlines.
- Experience with the following accounting and reporting systems a plus (Maconomy, SAP BFC, Hyperion, etc.)
- Desire to work in a diverse and inclusive organization as an active participant in culture initiatives, training opportunities and employee resource groups
About BCW:
BCW is part of WPP’s global, multi-faceted, multi-talented creative engine, with access to countless opportunities to grow.
BCW’s commitment to moving people starts with our employees. You’ll find ways to ignite your growth while doing meaningful work for exceptional clients in an environment that prioritizes your success, compels collaboration and celebrates learning. We’re committed to moving our people forward in their careers and helping them grow as people and professio