About WPP Media
WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients and communities. For more information, visit wpp.com. WPP Media is WPP's global media collective. In a world where media is everywhere and in everything, we bring the best platform, people, and partners together to create limitless opportunities for growth. For more information, visit wppmedia.com
At WPP Media, we believe in the power of our culture and our people. It's what elevates us to deliver exceptional experiences for both our clients and each other. In this role it will be critical to embrace WPP & WPP Media's shared core values:
* Be Extraordinary by Leading Collectively to Inspire transformational Creativity.
* Create an Open environment by Balancing People and Client Experiences by Cultivating Trust.
* Lead Optimistically by Championing Growth and Development to Mobilize the Enterprise.
Role Summary and Impact
WPP Media is looking for a Financial Controller who will be involved in supporting the Financial Control and Reporting team in all the activities regarding financial planning, analysis and reporting. He/She will actively participate in all key financial processes: month/quarter/year ends, business reviews, forecasting and budgeting and therefore having daily interactions with the wider Finance team, mainly administration and agency Finance. We expect the candidate to also be able to engage and interact outside the Finance community, to analyze and communicate business results to key stakeholders and to participate to the continuous improvement of our internal processes.
Responsibilities
* Support to month end closure activities and reconciliations
* Preparation of month end reporting packages and relevant documentations
* Actual data analysis, key deviations from budget/previous year
* Support to financial planning cycle: data collection, template automation and consolidation, related reporting activities
* Support the Business Unit with analysis and performance
* Develop and maintain KPIs, performance metrics, and dashboards
* Deliver monthly analyses with the aim to identify potential issues and variances vs budget/forecast and PY in order to control, correct and monitor
* Participate in budget and forecast processes, with a particular focus on the business partnership with the Commercial Finance Team
* Contribute to monthly closing activities and periodic forecasting processes in collaboration with business stakeholders
* Develop, implement, and maintain ERP tools and standardized processes to meet business needs
* Act as a proactive and trusted business partner by providing guidance, support, and actionable insights
About You
* The candidate should be graduate, preferably Master's Degree in Business or Economics studies
* 2/3 years previous experience in Finance Controlling
* Previous Experience in Media Industry or Audit will be a plus
* Good knowledge of English both written and spoken
* Basic accounting knowledge
* Strong analytical skills and detail oriented
* Excellent organizational & multi-tasking skills
* Good interpersonal skills and keen to work in a fast-paced environment
* Advanced knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, excel and power point)
* Hard worker
* Able to work in team
* Passionate
Life at WPP Media & Benefits
Our passion for shaping the next era of media includes investing in our employees to help them do their best work, and we're just as committed to employee growth as we are to responsible media investment. WPP Media employees can tap into the global WPP Media & WPP networks to pursue their passions, grow their networks, and learn at the cutting edge of marketing and advertising. We have a variety of employee resource groups and host frequent in-office events showcasing team wins, sharing thought leadership, and celebrating holidays and milestone events. Our benefits include competitive medical, group retirement plans, vision, and dental insurance, significant paid time off, preferential partner discounts, and employee mental health awareness days.
WPP Media is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.
We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we've adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.
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