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.
We are looking for a motivated professional to provide support to provide support to the Senior Finance Manager. Responsible for the commercial, accounting & reporting functions of VML Singapore. Ensure adherence to company policies and procedures and to continue to strive for best practice in all areas of Financial Management and Controls.
What you’ll do
Financial Reporting
· Responsible for ensuring timely and accurate management financial reporting and highlighting all material commercial issues. Discuss and coordinate with account servicing team on the monthly and quarterly revenues and take proper actions as appropriate
· Prepare monthly revenue related schedules (WIP, Accrued Revenue, Client Profitability and Revenue Report)
· Assists with regular and ad-hoc financial requests as required by global and regional finance
Budget and Forecast
· Assist Senior Finance Manager with preparation of monthly, quarterly and yearly forecasts
· Work closely with peer and Account Management team to ensure amongst other factors that revenue targets and profit margins are met
· Lead bi-weekly revenue meetings with Account Leads to identify gaps and opportunities in revenue
Statutory
· Assist with the request from statutory financial reporting such as audit and local legislative requirements on a timely and accurate basis
Operational Support
· Review WIP listing to ensure prompt billing and revenue recognition align with SOX and audit standard.
Who you are
· Diploma/ Degree in Accounting
· Professional accounting qualification (CPA, CA or equivalent) preferred
· Minimum three years of Finance/Accounting work experience with a multinational company or top tier accounting firm
· Advertising industry work and SOX experience preferred
· Proficient in Excel, e.g. vlookup, hlookup, pivot table etc.
· Problem solving and multi-tasking skills are pre-requisite solving and multi-tasking skills are pre-requisite
At 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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