Financial Controller - 6 month FTC
InfoSum is WPP’s privacy-first data collaboration technology, trusted by global businesses to unlock the full potential of their first-party data without risk. Its patented, cross-cloud, decentralized collaboration technology leverages advanced Privacy-Enhancing Technologies (PETs) to radically transform how companies generate audience intelligence and drive better customer experiences. As the foundational infrastructure underpinning WPP Open, InfoSum powers trusted data collaboration across every cloud, client, and capability.
Why we're hiring:
We are seeking a commercially minded Financial Controller to join InfoSum, part of WPP Media, on an initial 6-month fixed-term contract.
This role will be responsible for leading and managing the month-end, quarter-end and year-end close processes, ensuring all reporting deadlines are met and financial information is delivered accurately, efficiently and to a high standard.
The successful candidate will maintain a robust financial control environment, drive continuous improvement initiatives and support the ongoing development of a streamlined and effective finance reporting function. The team is responsible for delivering timely and accurate monthly reporting to WPP, including P&L and balance sheet submissions, alongside high-quality management information that enables informed business decision-making.
Working closely with both finance and business stakeholders, you will play a key role in enhancing financial processes, improving reporting quality and supporting the continued growth of the business.
While this appointment is initially being offered on a 6-month fixed-term contract, we are also recruiting for a permanent position within the function, creating a potential long-term opportunity for the right individual.
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.