About Us: VMLY&RVMLY&R is a global brand and customer experience agency that harnesses creativity, technology, and culture to create connected brands. But what does that mean? It means we're a creative agency that is built on the promise of collaboration and human connection. Creating connected brands isn't just what we do - it's what we're known for and who we are. We empower our clients to excel at the intersection of "brand" and "customer experience," starting with simple goals: Create work that becomes part of people's lives; promote value for our clients; and, in the best of cases, help the world.We're committed to building a united global network of creators and thinkers, regardless of their age, race, skin color, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. With over 12,000 employees across the globe, our influence is made stronger by applying our collective experiences to tell stories that not only sell products and experiences, but also guarantee positive representations of all communities.Our unique culture is rooted in a great deal of care for you and your success. Above all else, we are committed to strengthening your experience by ensuring your inner potential continues to be discovered.We also offer about a dozen employee resource groups (ERGs) that allow you to tap into your personal identities, interests and passions. Our ERGs celebrate ethnic diversity, life as a working parent or caregiver, neurodiversity, the LGBTQ+ community, wellbeing, and more. Regardless of your interests, there is no shortage of opportunities to get involved, so tap into our global network and find where you can make your ideas come to life.The Staff Accountant is a highly valued individual within the Controller's Group and plays an integral role in the day to day accounting operations of the agency. The person in this position will report to the Assistant Controller and will be very much involved in the monthly reporting process and will prepare routine journal entries and accruals as well as detailed account analyses. This individual will also be responsible for a wide variety of functions such as Intercompany Reporting, Treasury Operations, and Fixed Assets. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to take the next step in their career as well as those interested in pursuing the CPA designation.ResponsibilitiesPrepare and record journal entries and accruals.Perform detailed analyses of P&L and Balance Sheet accounts with the ability to identify items for accrual and investigate variances to budgets and forecasts.Treasury operations including wire transfers, stop payments, check voids, cash application, treasury settlements, and bank sweeps.Maintain ownership of the intercompany reporting process including the reconciliation and resolution of discrepancies on a routine and proactive basis.Works with Client Finance Department to coordinate intercompany billings in time for monthly billing deadlines.Involvement in monthly review and analysis of A/P, A/R, & WIP Aging and preparation of Media Payables schedule.Assist the controller in preparing Budgets and Quarterly Reforecasts.Prepares Quarterly State Sales & Use Tax Returns.Required Skills & ExperienceMinimum of 2 years of Accounting experience required. Marketing/Advertising experience preferred.Knowledge of Finance and Accounting Systems.Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.Detail oriented with strong problem-solving abilities.Strong Communication Skills with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.Self-starter who is both interested and willing to take on an expanded role over time.Prior experience in the advertising and communications industry is preferred but not required.Ideal candidates will be interested in pursuing or already in pursuit of the CPA designation.Our BenefitsAs the world leader in communications services, we rely on the creativity of our people to deliver the best work for our clients. In return, we invest in our employees by offering them a diverse suite of benefits from best-in-class carriers, with enough choice and flexibility to keep them and their families healthy and happy today and tomorrow.Corporate gift matching programPaid time off for volunteeringPaid parental leaveRanked No. 1 in advertising for our adoption assistance programCorporate discountsVMLY&R Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) team, which guides, celebrates, and promotes cultural literacy; increases employee engagement; recruits and retains a diverse workforce; and builds internal opportunities for people to learn and grow.The base salary for this position at the time of this posting may range from $45,000 to $90,000. 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 here (opens in a new tab) for more details.VMLY&R is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, military/veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or physical or mental disability. We believe in creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion and strives to recruit a diverse slate of candidates to help us achieve that goal. VMLY&R is a M/F Disabled and Vet EEO/AA Employer.
