About the ANA

The ANA’s (Association of National Advertisers) mission is to drive growth for marketing professionals, brands and businesses, the industry, and humanity. Founded in 1910, the ANA provides leadership that advances marketing excellence and shapes the future of the industry. Our membership includes more than 20,000 brands and 50,000 industry professionals that collectively invest $400 billion in marketing and advertising annually. It consists of U.S. and international companies, including client-side marketers, nonprofits, universities, and marketing solutions providers, which include ad agencies, marketing data science and technology suppliers, law firms, consultants, and vendors. We are obsessed with delighting our members through superior products and services and an unwavering commitment to helping them become more effective marketers, build stronger brands, develop a more productive industry, and benefit humanity through bold leadership and innovation programs.

Location

New York City (hybrid)

Position Summary

The Vice President, Accounting will play a key role on the Accounting team and work closely with the EVP of Accounting/Finance & HR as well as the SVP of Accounting to ensure the department operates effectively and efficiently. This includes issuing timely and complete financial statements, meeting all internal and external reporting deadlines while providing high quality in-depth financial analysis. This position will be responsible for managing the daily accounting functions utilizing best practices and ensuring high level performance of the newly implemented SAGE Intacct software. A successful candidate will be extremely detail oriented with excellent organizational skills, a team player to complete departmental tasks and possess the ability to adapt to an evolving business structure in a high growth environment. This position will assist with strategic initiatives and fulfill additional responsibilities as assigned.

Primary Responsibilities:

Assist with preparation and accuracy of monthly financial statements by prescribed deadlines.
Ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and other regulatory requirements.
Assist with the creation and review of the annual and monthly department budgets and forecasts.
Assist with monthly cash flow projection report to ensure proper liquidity to meet operational needs.
Analyze financial data (balance sheet and income statement) on a monthly basis and provide insights to senior management to support strategic decision making.
Coordinate with the EVP & SVP to ensure timely completion of audits and preparation and filing of tax returns.
Oversee day-to-day accounting and finance operations excluding AR & AP.
Ensure compliance with internal controls and procedures.
Assist with implementation, enhancement and maintenance of ERP system ensuring data integrity and optimizing processes.
Supervise accounting staff.
Maintain and if applicable, document accounting policies and procedures and contribute to efforts to streamline processes and implement best practices.
Provide financial analysis and support for special projects, acquisitions or other initiatives.

Professional Experience and Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in accounting
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license and/or MBA is highly desirable
Minimum 7-10 years of progressively responsible accounting experience; including 3+ years in an accounting managerial role
Experience in Not-for-profit accounting is advantageous
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Exceptional knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Knowledge of taxes, including unrelated business income tax (UBIT) and other relevant tax regulations
Strong analytical skills to develop and implement improvements and recommendations
Proven ability to collaborate effectively with senior executives and staff at all levels, as well as mentor and lead team members
Experience with accounting software system implementation and development is a plus, SAGE Intacct experience preferred.

Salary and Total Rewards Package

Starting pay range: $130,000 to $140,000, based on relevant experience and qualifications.

Comprehensive health and wellness benefits, 401k with company match, hybrid workweek and flexible scheduling, generous paid time off program, casual dress code, incentives, and rewards.

To Apply

If your skills, experience, and enthusiasm align with the requirements and responsibilities of this position, please forward your resume with a cover letter and salary requirements to careers@ana.net. Note: only applicants who include salary requirements will be considered.

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