Financial Controller (Ad Agency) Job at Aquent (New York)

Agency Controller

Noble Studios is seeking a hands-on Controller with agency experience who will m...

Location

United States , Reno; Las Vegas

Salary:

Not provided

Noble Studios

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or another business-related field or equivalent experience
At least 8 years of progressively responsible accounting/finance experience in mid-sized privately held businesses, ideally in an agency setting
At least 2 years of leadership experience, including managing at least one direct report and reporting directly to the c-suite
Strong communication skills with the ability to translate financial data and trends into actionable insights for leadership
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate direct reports and inspire others to support financial processes
Solid understanding of budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis and reporting, as well as journaling, reconciliation, accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll processing, and banking
Strong familiarity with job costing, earned revenues, tax, insurance and subcontracting
Experience in an agency setting is strongly preferred, particularly if the agency used Workamajig
Strong sense of the importance of keeping confidential information confidential
Proven ability to create and improve business processes and systems that are both effective and efficient

Job Responsibility

Maintain and improve Noble’s financial strategy embodied in the planning, budgeting, and forecasting process
Create, oversee and present monthly financial reports and analysis to senior leadership
In concert with the COO and department heads, manage the process of preparing, maintaining, and updating the annual corporate budget and financial reports, including but not limited to weekly cash flow, monthly forecast updates, monthly and annual income statements, and ad hoc reports as requested
Responsible for Noble’s books of accounts
Create, maintain and improve policies, procedures and SOPs that ensure the company operates efficiently and effectively from a financial perspective, and complies with relevant standards
Recommend new platforms and technologies for the finance function that create efficiency and reduce costs across all areas, including enhancing the sophistication of the company’s management reporting capabilities
Oversee all journal entries and reconciliations and assure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual closes
Review active projects and create project reports to find opportunities to recognize earned revenue, complete, close and cancel as needed
Alert senior management to projects that are behind schedule and work with the account management team to reforecast when necessary
Train, oversee, mentor and manage direct reports, including processing and reconciling all accounts payable, accounts receivable, credit cards, banking, journaling, etc.

What we offer

The chance to work for an award-winning, industry-leading employer with some of the most innovative clients in the world
An exceptional benefits package, plus a workplace emphasis on ongoing learning and growth
A see-it-to-believe-it time-off policy: two companywide paid weeks off every year (one week in July and another in December) when Noble closes its offices, plus 10 days of personal PTO and all paid company-observed holidays
The ability to work remotely or from home

Fulltime

Senior General Ledger Accountant

This position is a vital role within the accounting department, reporting direct...

Location

United States , Gardena

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
At least 2 years of experience in nonprofit accounting
Proficiency in General Ledger and Grants Module accounting systems, as well as Financial Edge software
Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, including data import/export and manipulation for reporting purposes
Strong understanding of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger processes
Knowledge of nonprofit accounting standards, including A-133 and Federal Uniform Guidance
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines with strong organizational and analytical skills
A collaborative and adaptable mindset with a commitment to accuracy and excellence

Job Responsibility

Prepare and post month-end journal entries, including accruals, prepayments, and deferred revenue transactions
Manage accounts receivable ledgers, record cash receipts, and reconcile monthly balance sheet accounts
Process payroll journal entries, including semi-monthly payroll, monthly accruals, and tax-related transactions
Assist in preparing and reconciling monthly bank statements
Conduct analytical reviews to ensure the accuracy of general ledger entries and balances
Collaborate with external auditors to prepare audit schedules and support the completion of nonprofit information returns
Handle monthly billing processes for state grants and other funding sources
Support the Controller in creating financial statements, cost reports, and ad hoc financial analyses
Update and maintain fixed asset schedules across the organization
Generate budget utilization reports and assist in preparing budget-to-actual analyses using agency software

What we offer

medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan

Senior Accountant

This role is responsible for advanced accounting functions, complex financial an...

Location

United States , Lancaster

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field with 15–24 accounting credits and at least two (2) years of accounting experience
or three (3) years of progressively responsible accounting experience with at least 15 accounting credits
or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Four (4) years of related financial or bookkeeping experience in a higher education environment with 15 accounting credits may substitute for a degree. A master’s degree may substitute for one (1) year of experience.
Strong working knowledge of GAAP, governmental and fund accounting standards, cost allocation principles, internal controls, and financial compliance requirements applicable to higher education.
Experience with computerized accounting and enterprise resource planning systems (such as Ellucian Colleague) and the ability to produce accurate, compliant financial reports.
Demonstrated ability to analyze, reconcile, and interpret complex financial data across multiple funds with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Proven skill in preparing financial statements, audit schedules, forecasts, variance analyses, and regulatory or management reports, and in improving processes and internal controls.
Effective communication, organizational, and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, exercise sound judgment, and maintain confidentiality.

Job Responsibility

Prepare, analyze, and reconcile complex financial statements, reports, forecasts, reconciliations, journal entries, and audit schedules across multiple funding sources (state, grants, restricted, auxiliary).
Maintain integrity of accounting, budgeting, and financial reporting systems in compliance with GAAP, GASB, and institutional, state, and federal requirements.
Support year‑end close, annual financial reporting, audits, and regulatory reporting
serve as a key audit and compliance resource.
Develop financial projections, budget analyses, variance reports, cost allocations, and ad hoc analyses to support planning and decision-making.
Evaluate, strengthen, and document accounting processes, internal controls, and financial systems (including ERP systems such as Ellucian Colleague).
Collaborate with campus departments, leadership, auditors, state agencies, and external partners to provide financial guidance and ensure compliance.
Provide grant and foundation accounting support, including reporting and reconciliation activities.
Lead or participate in financial system implementations, process improvement initiatives, and cross-functional projects.
Assign, review, and prioritize work

What we offer

medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Fulltime

New

Finance Manager

Altitude Marketing is seeking a full-time Director/Manager of Finance & Business...

Location

United States , Emmaus

Salary:

Not provided

Altitude Marketing

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

7–10 years of relevant finance and operations experience
sharp financial mind
bias toward action
hands-on finance and operations professional
experience with QuickBooks Online
experience with payroll processing, benefits administration, HR compliance
ability to manage bookkeeper and external vendors

Job Responsibility

Own the financial and back-office functions
manage the bookkeeper
oversee day-to-day accounting, AR/AP, bookkeeping
own QuickBooks Online setup, maintenance, operation, reporting, workflows, management
own month-end, quarter-end, year-end close process
produce monthly financial reporting and management dashboards
coordinate with external accountants
monitor cash flow
ensure financial compliance and maintain strong internal controls
respond to ad hoc financial requests from CEO and leadership team

Fulltime

Accounting Clerk

We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk to join our team in Garden...

Location

United States , Gardena

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proficiency in accounts payable and accounts receivable processes
Strong data entry skills with attention to accuracy and detail
Experience in invoice processing and financial documentation
Familiarity with Financial Edge or similar accounting software
Ability to create and analyze financial reports using Excel
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Strong communication abilities to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders

Job Responsibility

Process check requests, ensuring proper allocation of expenses and reviewing mileage claims
Maintain and update employee benefits schedules in alignment with payroll allocations
Manage vendor accounts in the portal to ensure timely payments and avoid late fees
Order agency program supplies, verify deliveries, and record transactions in the system before forwarding them to the accounts payable specialist
Review and approve accounts payable transactions and supporting documents prior to vendor payments
Collaborate with the controller to prepare monthly financial statements and generate ad hoc financial reports
Provide assistance during annual audits and program-specific financial reviews
Organize and maintain filing systems for accounts payable and other finance-related documentation
Support month-end and year-end closing processes, including preparing accrual worksheets and recording journal entries
Communicate effectively with internal departments to address financial matters and follow up on pending receipts

What we offer

medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan

Media Planning Supervisor

Media Planning Supervisor is a strategic lead responsible for guiding the develo...

Location

United States , Denver

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

5–7+ years of media planning experience, preferably within an advertising agency
Strong understanding of digital media platforms, tools, and metrics (social, programmatic, search, video, etc.)
Experience with traditional channels a strong plus
Proficiency with media research and planning tools (MRI-Simmons, Kantar, Comscore, Google Ads Manager, Meta Ads Manager, Prisma, etc.)
Excellent client facing communication, presentation, and storytelling skills
Strong leadership ability and experience managing entry level team members
Highly organized, detail oriented, and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously
Strong analytical skills and comfort with performance data
Bachelor’s degree in Advertising, Marketing, Communications, or related field (preferred)

Job Responsibility

Develop integrated media strategies aligned with client objectives, audience insights, competitive activity, and marketplace trends
Create multichannel media plans spanning digital (programmatic, paid social, display, video, paid search), traditional (TV, radio, OOH, print), and emerging channels
Oversee communication frameworks, channel roles, and budget allocation recommendations
Ensure plans are data driven and grounded in research tools such as MRI-Simmons, Comscore, Kantar, Google Analytics, etc
Serve as a primary media point of contact for clients
Present strategies, media plans, reporting, and optimization recommendations with clarity and confidence
Proactively identify opportunities to grow client business through new channels, tests, and innovations
Build strong client relationships and provide strategic counsel around media and consumer behavior
Supervise, mentor, and train a team of Assistant Planners and Media Planners
Delegate tasks effectively and ensure flawless execution of all media deliverables

What we offer

medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Accounting Manager

We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to join our team in New Yor...

Location

United States , New York

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years of experience in accounting or financial management roles
Expertise in month-end close processes and general ledger accounting
Strong knowledge of financial statement audits and US GAAP principles
Proficiency in account reconciliation and journal entry preparation
Demonstrated ability to manage financial reporting with accuracy and efficiency
Familiarity with revenue recognition and compliance standards
Excellent organizational and time-management skills to meet deadlines
Effective communication skills for collaboration with teams and external stakeholders

Job Responsibility

Oversee general ledger accounting operations to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting in adherence to applicable standards
Create and manage the monthly close calendar, ensuring deadlines and deliverables are met through a detailed checklist
Supervise month-end and year-end close processes, including account reconciliations, journal entries, and preparation of internal financial statements
Manage financial transactions related to assets, liabilities, equity, expenses, prepaids, and accruals
Review and approve both recurring and one-time journal entries, ensuring proper coding and compliance with accounting principles
Conduct monthly bank reconciliation reviews and reconcile non-revenue bank account activities
Collaborate with the Corporate Controller to maintain and refine the coding structure for financial transactions, including charts of accounts and departmental classifications
Develop and implement accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls to enhance accuracy and operational efficiency
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and support ad-hoc financial projects as needed
Coordinate with external auditors and regulatory agencies, providing documentation and ensuring compliance during audits

What we offer

medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Senior Accountant

Location

United States , Foster City

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field
Minimum 5 plus years of corporate GL Accounting experience
Experience with multi-entity and intercompany consolidations
Strong Excel and ERP system

Job Responsibility

Responsible for analyzing and interpreting financial information as well as accurately compiling and reporting this information for corporate entities
Performing month‐end, quarterly and annual closing activities in compliance with GAAP and Company accounting policies, including the preparation and review of journal entries, account reconciliations, ad hoc analysis, and reporting
Prepare complex account reconciliation, analysis and journal entries and perform on‐going analytical review in support of the monthly close process
Maintain and understand documentation related to various inter‐entity billings to calculate, invoice and record earned fee revenue and receivable
Perform allocation of expenses to other entities and request reimbursement from those entities on a timely basis
Pro‐actively research and document conclusions on accounting issues with appropriate knowledge and interpretation of relevant GAAP pronouncements
Maintain, establish, and improve documentation relating to internal accounting controls
Prepare annual audit schedules and interact with auditors to complete the audit, consolidation, and tax returns
Monitor adherence to audit requirements and ensure full compliance in accordance with regulatory agencies
Serve as a financial resource, answer questions, and provide ad‐hoc financial support as requested

What we offer

medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan

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