Finance Manager
VML
Date: 11 hours ago
City: Montreal, QC
Contract type: Full time
Who We Are: 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. Finance Manager
Job Tasks Process monthly journal entries with a focus on accuracy and adherence to accounting standards, ensuring timely posting to the General Ledger. Prepare and analyze financial variance reports to understand changes and trends for the period, providing insights to management. Prepare Balance Sheet reconciliations, ensuring all accounts are accurately reconciled and discrepancies are promptly addressed. Resolve any General Ledger queries in a timely and efficient manner, ensuring accurate financial records. Drive the month-end close process, ensuring all entries are accurately posted within the timeline. Collaborate with the team to meet deadlines and allow for adequate review time. Preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports. Ensure all bank transactions are accurately recorded and posted by month-end, maintaining accurate and up-to-date reconciliations. Prepare and file HST/GST/QST monthly returns, ensuring timely payments and accurate reporting. Assist external auditors and internal teams with inquiries related to Income Tax, Sales Tax, and other tax matters. Develop, implement, and maintain SOX compliance processes and documentation, ensuring effective internal controls are in place. Work closely with the Finance Director to identify and address any gaps in financial controls or processes, proactively recommending improvements. Support the external and internal audit team during SOX testing and annual audits. What you'll need: CPA Designation is required. Minimum 3 years’ experience in General Ledger Accounting, preferably within a large, international organization, with prior experience in a Finance Manager role. Strong proficiency in Excel, including Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP, and SUMIF functions. Highly organized, with excellent skills in prioritization and managing multiple tasks effectively. Proven ability to build strong working relationships and interact confidently with both internal teams and external stakeholders. Self-motivated, energetic, and detail-oriented, with a proactive approach to problem-solving. Capable of working under pressure, meeting tight deadlines, and maintaining composure in a fast-paced environment. French language proficiency 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.
VML is a WPP Agency. For more information, please visit our website, and follow VML on our social channels via Instagram, LinkedIn, and X.
When you click "Submit Application", this will send any information you add below to VML. Before you do this, we think it's a good idea to read through our Recruitment Privacy Policy. California residents should read our California Recruitment Privacy Notice. This explains what we do with your personal data when you apply for a role with us, and, how you can update the information you have provided us with or how to remove it.
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. Finance Manager
Job Tasks Process monthly journal entries with a focus on accuracy and adherence to accounting standards, ensuring timely posting to the General Ledger. Prepare and analyze financial variance reports to understand changes and trends for the period, providing insights to management. Prepare Balance Sheet reconciliations, ensuring all accounts are accurately reconciled and discrepancies are promptly addressed. Resolve any General Ledger queries in a timely and efficient manner, ensuring accurate financial records. Drive the month-end close process, ensuring all entries are accurately posted within the timeline. Collaborate with the team to meet deadlines and allow for adequate review time. Preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports. Ensure all bank transactions are accurately recorded and posted by month-end, maintaining accurate and up-to-date reconciliations. Prepare and file HST/GST/QST monthly returns, ensuring timely payments and accurate reporting. Assist external auditors and internal teams with inquiries related to Income Tax, Sales Tax, and other tax matters. Develop, implement, and maintain SOX compliance processes and documentation, ensuring effective internal controls are in place. Work closely with the Finance Director to identify and address any gaps in financial controls or processes, proactively recommending improvements. Support the external and internal audit team during SOX testing and annual audits. What you'll need: CPA Designation is required. Minimum 3 years’ experience in General Ledger Accounting, preferably within a large, international organization, with prior experience in a Finance Manager role. Strong proficiency in Excel, including Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP, and SUMIF functions. Highly organized, with excellent skills in prioritization and managing multiple tasks effectively. Proven ability to build strong working relationships and interact confidently with both internal teams and external stakeholders. Self-motivated, energetic, and detail-oriented, with a proactive approach to problem-solving. Capable of working under pressure, meeting tight deadlines, and maintaining composure in a fast-paced environment. French language proficiency 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.
VML is a WPP Agency. For more information, please visit our website, and follow VML on our social channels via Instagram, LinkedIn, and X.
When you click "Submit Application", this will send any information you add below to VML. Before you do this, we think it's a good idea to read through our Recruitment Privacy Policy. California residents should read our California Recruitment Privacy Notice. This explains what we do with your personal data when you apply for a role with us, and, how you can update the information you have provided us with or how to remove it.
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