Commercial Finance Director

Hoxton Circle•New York, NY

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Director, Commercial Finance will join the commercial finance team of a global media and marketing agency network in New York. The role combines client-facing commercial work—including new business, contract terms, pricing, and vendor negotiations—with financial management responsibilities such as profitability, revenue recognition, month-end processes, and budgeting. The position is suited to an experienced commercial finance leader who can work strategically while also handling detailed financial matters. The team is growing, with promotion opportunities noted. The Director will manage a portfolio’s P&L, oversee client reporting and contractual compliance, support financial obligations across international client contracts, and manage and develop two direct reports. The position follows a hybrid schedule with three days per week onsite in New York City and reports to the Group Director. Base salary is up to $180,000, plus bonus.

Requirements

8–10 years of accounting or accounting/finance experience gained within a global media or marketing agency environment.
Currently an Associate Director or Director; the posting states that a Manager seeking promotion is not a fit.
Commercially minded, with comfort in client-facing negotiations as well as accounting fundamentals.
Comfortable managing a small team while remaining hands-on.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business, or equivalent professional experience.

Responsibilities

Lead client-facing commercial discussions, including contract and MSA terms, pricing, and ad hoc commercial needs.
Manage the portfolio P&L, including monthly forecasting, reconciliation of actuals, and cost approvals related to staffing, intercompany transfers, and accruals.
Own external client reporting and ensure ongoing contractual compliance across accounts.
Manage staff-plan utilization and pricing, and lead vendor-side negotiations.
Track signed projects against budget and proactively flag staffing gaps.
Manage financial obligations across international client contracts, working with internal and external auditors and client procurement teams as needed.
Manage and develop two direct reports.