Senior Finance Director - Growth, Forecasting & Controls

BNAUS BBDO USA LLC; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

BBDO is seeking a Finance leader to manage all internal finance and accounting aspects, supporting budgeting, planning, and revenue recognition. The role ensures robust internal controls across agency departments and client engagements, guiding financial strategy and performance with a focus on accuracy and scalability.

Responsibilities include leading month-end close, partnering with senior leadership, and mentoring the Finance team to drive improved margins and efficiency.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant finance experience.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Agency financial performance, including balance sheet management, P&L oversight, cash flow forecasting, and working capital optimization.
• Lead month-end close activities, including overseeing client revenue recognition and financial analysis to ensure accurate agency reporting.
• Review journal entries and account reconciliations, ensuring compliance with accounting policies and data integrity.
• Partner with account, operational, and executive leadership teams to drive financial performance and informed decision-making.
• Lead, mentor, and develop Finance team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performing department.
• Support existing and new business initiatives through pricing strategy, financial modeling, and contract profitability analysis.
• Monitor agency profitability and resource utilization, recommending actions to improve margins and operational efficiency.
• Strengthen financial processes, controls, and reporting capabilities to support scalability, accuracy, and business objectives.
• Review and update client agreements to ensure accuracy, completeness, and alignment with Agency requirements.

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

BBDO is seeking a Finance leader to manage all internal finance and accounting aspects, supporting budgeting, planning, and revenue recognition. The role ensures robust internal controls across agency departments and client engagements, guiding financial strategy and performance with a focus on accuracy and scalability.

Responsibilities include leading month-end close, partnering with senior leadership, and mentoring the Finance team to drive improved margins and efficiency.