Job Description
Position Description:
Role is open for NYC only!
BMF is a global integrated creative marketing agency known for humanizing brands in unexpected, inspiring, and impactful ways. With headquarters in NYC and offices in Miami, Los Angeles, London and Hong Kong, we specialize in event design & production, brand marketing, marketing strategy, sponsorships, talent management & bookings, publicity, and social media & influencer relations. We elevate brands who seek a relevant role in cultural conversations important to their audiences; our global client roster includes Marriott International, Visa, Gucci, Jack Daniel's, SPANX, Poppi, Monkey 47, Lamborghini, Japan Airlines and more.
Were seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Controller to join our team. This person will oversee the agencys accounting processes and play a critical role in maintaining the integrity and timeliness of our financial reporting. Youll partner closely with the CFO and Project Finance Analyst, and have the chance to make a meaningful impact from day one.
This is a great opportunity for a motivated accounting professional looking to take the next step in their career and grow into a strategic finance leadership role.
Responsibilities:
Oversee and manage day-to-day accounting operations across accounts payable, payroll, and general ledger
Maintain and improve monthly close process: intercompany entries, journal entries, balance sheet/income statement reconciliations, and COGS calculation
Manage corporate card reconciliations and monitor credit limits/fraud
Produce weekly financial reporting and cash flow forecasts
Ensure compliance with internal financial controls and accounting best practices
Compile monthly financial close packets for senior leadership
Support CFO with audit preparation and strategic financial analysis
Learn and leverage our accounting and project management system (Workbook by Deltek) to manage data integrity and reporting accuracy
Serve as a finance point of contact across teams to resolve issues and improve processes
What Youll Need:
610 years of accounting experience, ideally within a marketing/advertising/creative agency environment
Proven ability to independently manage and improve accounting processes and financial reporting
Strong understanding of GAAP and internal controls
Proficiency in accounting software (Workbook/Deltek experience a strong plus)
Highly organized and detail-oriented with excellent problem-solving skills
Eagerness to learn, improve processes, and take ownership of outcomes
Strong Excel skills; familiarity with Keynote a plus
International accounting experience or multi-currency exposure is a bonus
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA or pursuit of certification a plus
Why BMF:
Celebrating 20 years in business, the award-winning boutique agency is helmed by partners Brian Feit, Bruce Starr, and Ed Starr, and is supported by an experienced global team of both long-standing BMFers, and recent executive-level hires. BMFs international network of cross-disciplinary creative marketers build extraordinary brand experiences around the world, and across channels. The agile team provides a fully integrated service offering, from strategy and creative to experiential, digital, talent, and public relations.
We want you to be part of a dynamic and creative team. We are vanguards in creative strategy and experts in leveraging emerging trends in popular culture, the arts, fashion and technology. We connect brands with media, influencers, artists and consumers to create today's leading experiential activations in the market. And weve got the cred too: we were featured in Event Marketer's IT List of Top 100 Event Agencies for the past four years.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Controller position is now open for candidates interested in the Accountant Jobs sector. This role in New York City offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Accountant Jobs is a plus.
