What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Director Finance position at VML?
Who We Are: At VML, we are a beacon of innovation and growth in an ever-evolving world. Our heritage is built upon a century of combined expertise, where creativity meets technology, and diverse perspectives ignite inspiration. With the merger of VMLY&R and Wunderman Thompson, we have forged a new path as a growth partner that is part creative agency, part consultancy, and part technology powerhouse.
Our global family now encompasses over 30,000 employees across 150 offices in 64 markets, each contributing to a culture that values connection, belonging, and the power of differences.
Our expertise spans the entire customer journey, offering deep insights in communications, commerce, consultancy, CRM, CX, data, production, and technology. We deliver end-to-end solutions that result in revolutionary work. The Associate Finance Director will manage the financial processes standardization efforts across the region. This role will actively participate and partner with client finance and central accounting teams to design, document and operationalize processes to ensure consistency, efficiency and effective execution. Responsibilities:
Manage integration efforts for acquired or transferred units. Provide integration support to accounting teams to ensure harmonization with existing VML processes, controls and best practices. Management of earnout audits, fair value assessments and regular detailed reviews of financial performance. Analysis of consolidated balance sheet for the North America region, including analysis of NWC accounts, local accounting and financial reporting for operating companies in North America. Support tax team with the collection of documentation for BEAT analysis, Transfer Pricing matters, and business specific tax matters. Provide business subject matter expertise to assist in the implementation and configuration of tax engine modules. Coordination with Risk & Compliance Group of control matrix Main point of contact for regional audits, including internal, external and SOX audits for the regional Headquarters and the local operating companies. Assist in preparation of presentations to Senior Management Other projects as needed by Regional Controller Qualifications Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance Excellent analytical/problem solving and communication skills Ability to multitask, prioritize and delegate responsibilities in an effective and efficient manner Supervisory experience Ability to work with leaders across many capabilities Ability to understand the holistic impacts of change in process Experience in designing SOX or ICFR controls and involvement in audits Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively and interact with stakeholders at all levels Proficient with Microsoft Office applications
The base salary range for this position at the time of this posting is indicated below. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package, click WPP Benefits for more details._$60—$140,000 USDAt VML, we are committed to fostering an all-inclusive work environment that is both rewarding and career-forward. Our Inclusion, Equity & Belonging initiatives, alongside the VML Foundation, reflect our dedication to giving back and making a positive impact in our communities and beyond. Our people are the heartbeat of our organization—creators, doers, innovators, makers, and thinkers—who drive not just marketing, but meaningful experiences that resonate in every action and interaction.
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Our global family now encompasses over 30,000 employees across 150 offices in 64 markets, each contributing to a culture that values connection, belonging, and the power of differences.
Our expertise spans the entire customer journey, offering deep insights in communications, commerce, consultancy, CRM, CX, data, production, and technology. We deliver end-to-end solutions that result in revolutionary work. The Associate Finance Director will manage the financial processes standardization efforts across the region. This role will actively participate and partner with client finance and central accounting teams to design, document and operationalize processes to ensure consistency, efficiency and effective execution. Responsibilities:
Manage integration efforts for acquired or transferred units. Provide integration support to accounting teams to ensure harmonization with existing VML processes, controls and best practices. Management of earnout audits, fair value assessments and regular detailed reviews of financial performance. Analysis of consolidated balance sheet for the North America region, including analysis of NWC accounts, local accounting and financial reporting for operating companies in North America. Support tax team with the collection of documentation for BEAT analysis, Transfer Pricing matters, and business specific tax matters. Provide business subject matter expertise to assist in the implementation and configuration of tax engine modules. Coordination with Risk & Compliance Group of control matrix Main point of contact for regional audits, including internal, external and SOX audits for the regional Headquarters and the local operating companies. Assist in preparation of presentations to Senior Management Other projects as needed by Regional Controller Qualifications Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance Excellent analytical/problem solving and communication skills Ability to multitask, prioritize and delegate responsibilities in an effective and efficient manner Supervisory experience Ability to work with leaders across many capabilities Ability to understand the holistic impacts of change in process Experience in designing SOX or ICFR controls and involvement in audits Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively and interact with stakeholders at all levels Proficient with Microsoft Office applications
The base salary range for this position at the time of this posting is indicated below. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package, click WPP Benefits for more details._$60—$140,000 USDAt VML, we are committed to fostering an all-inclusive work environment that is both rewarding and career-forward. Our Inclusion, Equity & Belonging initiatives, alongside the VML Foundation, reflect our dedication to giving back and making a positive impact in our communities and beyond. Our people are the heartbeat of our organization—creators, doers, innovators, makers, and thinkers—who drive not just marketing, but meaningful experiences that resonate in every action and interaction.
VML is a WPP Agency. For more information, please visit our website, and follow VML on our social channels via Instagram, LinkedIn, and X.
When you click "Submit Application", this will send any information you add below to VML. Before you do this, we think it's a good idea to read through our Recruitment Privacy Policy. California residents should read our California Recruitment Privacy Notice. This explains what we do with your personal data when you apply for a role with us, and, how you can update the information you have provided us with or how to remove it.
Salary : $140,000
