Financial Controller
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Why we're hiring:
We are seeking a commercially minded Financial Controller to join WPP Media. This role will be responsible for leading and managing the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, ensuring all deadlines are met and reporting is delivered accurately and efficiently.
The successful candidate will maintain robust financial controls, drive continuous process improvements, and support the delivery of a streamlined and effective reporting function. This function provides timely and accurate monthly reporting to WPP, including P&L and balance sheet submissions, as well as high-quality management information to support business decision-making.
What you'll be doing:
FinancialReporting&Month-EndClose
- Leadthemonth-end,quarter-end,half-year,andyear-endcloseprocesses,ensuringaccurateandtimelyfinancialreporting.
- Prepareandreviewmonthlymanagementaccounts,includingprofitandlossstatements,balancesheets,andsupportingcommentary.
- Deliverinsightfulvarianceanalysis,identifyingkeybusinessdriversandprovidingrecommendationstostakeholders.
- Overseerevenuerecognitionprocesses,ensuringcompliancewithaccountingstandardsandcompanypolicies.
- Ensurebalancesheetreconciliationsarecompletedaccuratelyandontime,resolvingoutstandingitemspromptly.
- Supportstatutoryreportingrequirementsandyear-endfinancialsubmissions.
- Provideadhocfinancialanalysisandreportingtosupportbusinessdecision-making.
GroupReporting&StakeholderManagement
- Prepareandsubmitmonthly,quarterly,andannualreportingpackagestothewidergroupfinancefunction.
- Actasakeypointofcontactforregionalandgroupfinanceteams,respondingtoreportingqueriesandinformationrequests.
- Ensurereportingrequirementsaremetaccuratelyandwithinagreeddeadlines.
- Supporttheimplementationofnewreportingprocessesandrequirementsasthebusinessevolves.
TeamLeadership
- Manage,coach,anddevelopmembersofthefinanceteam,fosteringacultureofaccountability,collaboration,andcontinuousimprovement.
- Provideguidanceandsupportduringkeyreportingperiodsandcriticaldeadlines.
- Buildcapabilitywithintheteambysharingtechnicalknowledgeandpromotingbestpractice.
Controls,Compliance&ContinuousImprovement
- Maintainastrongfinancialcontrolenvironment,ensuringcompliancewithinternalpolicies,corporategovernancestandards,andregulatoryrequirements.
- Support both internal andexternalauditprocesses,coordinatingresponsesandensuringtimelycompletionofauditrequests.
- Continuouslyreviewandimproveexistingprocesses,drivingefficiencies,automation,andstrongerfinancialcontrols.
- Contributetofinancetransformationinitiativesandadhocprojectsasrequired.
BusinessPartnering
- Partnerwithoperationalandcommercialstakeholdersacrossthebusiness,buildingstrongrelationshipsandprovidingfinancialinsight.
- Translatefinancialdataintomeaningfulrecommendationsthatsupportstrategicandoperationaldecision-making.
- Deliveranalysisonbusinessperformance,trends,risks,andopportunitiestohelpdrivegrowthandprofitability.
TeamLeadership
- Manage,coach,anddevelopmembersofthefinanceteam,fosteringacultureofaccountability,collaboration,andcontinuousimprovement.
- Provideguidanceandsupportduringkeyreportingperiodsandcriticaldeadlines.
- Buildcapabilitywithintheteambysharingtechnicalknowledgeandpromotingbestpractice.
What you'll need:
Essential
- Qualifiedaccountant(ACA,ACCA,orCIMA).
- PreviousexperienceinaFinancialController,FinanceManager,orsimilar financerole.
- Strongfinancialreporting,accounting,andbalancesheetmanagementexperience.
- AdvancedExcelskills,includingPivotTables,SUMIFS,XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP,andfinancialanalysis.
- Experienceleading,developing,andmanagingfinanceteams.
- Stronganalytical,problem-solving,andreconciliationskills.
- Excellentorganisationalskillswithstrongattentiontodetail.
- Abilitytoprioritisecompetingdemandsanddelivertochallengingdeadlines.
- Excellentcommunicationandstakeholdermanagementskills.
- Aproactive,hands-onapproachwithapositive,solution-focusedmindset.
- Experienceidentifyingandimplementingprocessimprovementsandoperationalefficiencies.
- Abilitytoworkbothindependentlyandcollaborativelywithinafast-pacedenvironment.
Desirable
- ExperienceusingXeroorothercloud-basedaccountingsystems.
- Experienceworkingwithfinancialconsolidationandgroupreportingsystems.
- Experiencewithinthemedia,marketing,advertising,technology,orSaaSsectors.
- Knowledgeofinternalcontrols,governanceframeworks,andSOXcompliancerequirements.
- Experiencesupportingaudits,financetransformationprogrammes,orsystemsimplementations.
Who you are:
You're open: We are inclusive and collaborative; we encourage the free exchange of ideas; we respect and celebrate diverse views. We are open-minded: to new ideas, new partnerships, new ways of working.
You're optimistic: We believein the power of creativity, technology and talent to create brighter futures or our people, our clients and our communities. We approach all that we do with conviction: to try the new and to seek the unexpected.
You're extraordinary: we are stronger together: through collaboration we achieve the amazing. We are creative leaders and pioneers of our industry; we provide extraordinary every day.
What we'll give you:
Passionate, inspired people - We aim to create a culture in which people can do extraordinary work.
Scale and opportunity - We offer the opportunity to create, influence and complete projects at a scale that is unparalleled in the industry.
Challenging and stimulating work - Unique work and the opportunity to join a group of creative problem solvers. Are you up for the challenge?
#LI-Hybrid
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.
WPP 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.