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With exceptional talent, trusted data and intelligence, and world-class partnerships - all united by our pioneering agentic marketing platform, WPP Open - we help clients navigate change, capture opportunity, and deliver transformational growth.\nWPP Media is WPP's AI-driven media operating unit, bringing together media, data, and partnerships to deliver creative personalisation at scale. Connected through WPP Open and powered by Open Intelligence, clients see exactly where, how, and why their media investment is working.\nFor more information, visit wppmedia.com.\n3741 - Assistant Finance Analyst - EMEA \nRole Summary and Impact\nThe role of the Assistant Finance Analyst will be a key member of the WPP Media EMEA Finance team, reviewing financial data from across the EMEA region. This role will be responsible for preparing Quarterly report submissions from EMEA markets, assisting the Finance Analysts during monthly/quarterly/annual reporting cycles and working with the Intercompany Analyst. There is plenty of opportunity for development for the right person within both WPP Media and the wider WPP group. The ideal candidate would be a proactive, hardworking individual looking for a challenge in the next step of your career.\nKEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:\nAssisting with P&L and balance sheet checks and following up with markets to correct any differences.\nAssisting with TB to Cartesis/ Accrued Revenue/ Other Assets & Liabilities analysis preparation.\nSupporting the Finance Analysts in reviewing the integrity of P&L and Balance Sheet data submitted by markets.\nPerforming Access Review checks ensuring that users have the correct access, including emailing the markets for confirmation of users.\nKeep the Senior Regional Personnel updated on all matters of significance - key aspect ‘no surprises’.\nOther adhoc projects as and when required.\n Skills and Experience\n Experience within a finance team a plus\n Proficient in Excel\n Have a methodical and organised approach to tasks\n Interested in problem solving and investigative work\n Ability to work independently and take ownership of workload\n Experience with consolidation software advantageous (e.g. SAP BFC or Hyperion HFM).\n Foreign languages a distinct advantage though not essential.\n An outgoing, tenacious (non-aggressive) personality.\nLife at WPP Media & Benefits \nOur passion for shaping the next era of media is powered by our commitment toBe Extraordinary, investing in our employees to inspire transformational creativity. We alsoLead Optimistically, firmly believing in andChampioning Growth and Developmentfor every individual. This commitment allows WPP Media employees to leverage the extensive global WPP Media & WPP networks to pursue their passions, build vital professional connections, and learn at the cutting edge of marketing and advertising. \nWeCreate an Open environmentbuilt on trust and respect, where everyone feels they belong and has opportunities to progress. This inclusive culture is fostered through a variety of employee resource groups and frequent in-office events showcasing team wins, sharing thought leadership, and celebrating holidays and milestone events. Our comprehensive benefits package reflects this commitment, including competitive medical, group retirement plans, vision, and dental insurance, significant paid time off, preferential partner discounts, and employee mental health awareness days. \nWPP Media is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection in this open and supportive environment. 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.Please note that while our philosophy is the same across WPP, benefits may vary by office/country. \nPlease note this is a UK based role and requires individuals to have the right to work in this location \nPlease read our Privacy Notice (https://www.wppmedia.com/pages/privacy-policy) for more information on how we process the information you provide. \nWhile we appreciate all applications received, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. \n#LI-Promoted \n\nPlease read our Privacy Notice for more information on how we process the information you provide.","description_format":"text","description_chars":4581,"description_truncated":false,"requirements":{"experience_years_min":null,"management_years_min":null,"team_size_min":null,"manages_managers":false,"education":null,"security_clearance":false,"languages":[]},"benefits":["Dental insurance","Retirement plans"],"hiring_locations":[],"hiring_excludes":[],"relocation_offered":false,"industries":["Media & Entertainment","Sales & Marketing","Advertising","Digital Marketing"],"lifecycle":[{"event":"open","at":"2026-09-25T16:05:01Z"}],"liveness":{"score":86,"band":"hot","label":"Hiring now","p_open":1,"p_active":0.86,"p_room":1,"age_days":0,"expected_fill_days":47,"reasons":["conf:3","win:early","comp:brand"],"computed_at":"2026-09-26T02:19:59Z"},"pay":null,"html_url":"https://alion.io/job/wpp-media-assistant-finance-analyst","json_url":"https://alion.io/job/wpp-media-assistant-finance-analyst.json","meta":{"generated_at":"2026-09-26T02:19:59Z","cache_seconds":300,"methodology":"https://alion.io/methodology","terms":"https://alion.io/terms","contact":"https://alion.io/contact","api":"https://alion.io/developers","usage":{"tier":"crawler","counted_by":"address","units_charged":1,"used_today":2367,"day_limit":5000,"remaining_today":2633,"minute_limit":60,"resets_at":"2026-09-27T00:00:00Z"}}}