Finance Analyst

About WPP Production

We are WPP Production - the unified global production company that brings together all of WPP's content producers, studios and craft experts into one connected organisation. We combine world-class human craft with next generation technology to originate, design, and deliver multi-channel content systems at scale. Built for borderless collaboration and powered by deep craft expertise, we are the production engine designed for today's always on, AI driven marketing world.

About WPP

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About the Role

We are looking for a Finance Analyst to join our Commercial Finance team in Buenos Aires, supporting financial operations across our regional and global business.

The role will have primary responsibility for the day-to-day management and delivery of core finance processes, including client billing, job and purchase order management, revenue support, financial reporting, estimates, and month-end and quarter-end activities.

The successful candidate will work closely with Commercial Finance, Operations, Production, and other business stakeholders to ensure financial processes are completed accurately, efficiently, and within agreed timelines.

The role is well suited to a finance professional with 4-5 years of experience who is comfortable managing recurring finance activities independently and is interested in developing broader commercial finance and analytical capabilities over time.

Key Responsibilities

• Billing & Revenue Operations

• Independently manage recurring client billing activities, ensuring accurate and timely submission of invoices.
• Create, maintain, and close jobs in Maconomy in accordance with business and billing requirements.
• Monitor billing status and follow up with relevant stakeholders to resolve outstanding items.
• Prepare and maintain revenue backup and supporting documentation.
• Complete required revenue-related activities, including AIDI commentary and revenue backup submissions.
• Maintain accurate records of final invoices and supporting files.
• Investigate and resolve routine billing and revenue queries, escalating complex issues where appropriate.
• Ensure billing and revenue processes are completed within agreed monthly and quarterly deadlines.

• Purchase Order & Intercompany Management

• Manage the creation and maintenance of Intercompany POs in line with revenue processing timelines.
• Track outstanding POs and proactively follow up with stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate PO records and supporting documentation.
• Ensure POs are available and correctly aligned with billing and revenue requirements.
• Respond to routine PO queries and coordinate resolution of discrepancies.
• Maintain appropriate documentation and audit trails for PO-related activities.

• Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Download and distribute weekly burn reports with Department heads
• Update actuals and financial information using relevant finance and operational systems, including Maconomy and Xytech.
• Provide timely financial information and commentary to Finance and business stakeholders.

• Estimates & Commercial Finance Support

• Manage the preparation and creation of quarterly and ad-hoc estimates.
• Maintain supporting schedules and financial models used for estimates and reporting.
• Support quarterly planning, forecasting, and other commercial finance activities as required.

• Finance Operations & Controls

• Complete recurring month-end and quarter-end finance activities within agreed timelines.
• Maintain and update Forex rates and other relevant finance master data.
• Maintain invoice distribution lists and other billing-related information.
• Coordinate with relevant teams to obtain and process required payroll information.
• Ensure financial files, reports, invoices, POs, and supporting documentation are properly maintained.
• Identify opportunities to improve, simplify, and automate recurring finance processes.
• Ensure appropriate controls and documentation are maintained across all assigned activities.

Broader Commercial Finance Opportunities

As the individual becomes comfortable with the core responsibilities of the role, there will be opportunities to take on additional commercial finance and analytical responsibilities, based on business requirements, individual capability, and areas of interest.

These may include:

• Financial forecasting and variance analysis
• Quarterly and annual planning
• Financial modelling
• Client financial reporting
• Dashboard development and management
• Revenue and profitability analysis
• Pricing and estimate analysis
• Business performance analysis
• Process improvement and automation
• Ad-hoc financial analysis and management reporting

This provides an opportunity for the role to develop beyond transactional finance operations into a broader Commercial Finance / FP&A career path.

Key Stakeholders

The Finance Analyst will work closely with:

• Commercial Finance Managers and Finance leadership
• Regional and global Finance teams
• Production and Operations teams
• Account and Client Services teams
• Payroll and HR teams
• Other business stakeholders involved in billing, revenue, estimates, and POs

The role will require the ability to work effectively with stakeholders across different functions, markets, and time zones.

Experience & Qualifications

• 4-5 years of relevant finance experience in Commercial Finance, FP&A, Financial Operations, Management Accounting, or a similar role.
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• Practical experience in one or more of the following areas:
• Client billing
• Revenue operations
• Financial reporting
• Forecasting and estimates
• Purchase order management
• Management accounting
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills and confidence working with financial data and large datasets.
• Experience with ERP or financial management systems; Maconomy experience would be an advantage.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to independently manage multiple recurring activities and competing deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Comfortable working with regional and global stakeholders.

Preferred Experience

The following would be advantageous but are not mandatory:

• Experience in commercial finance, FP&A, media, advertising, production, or professional services.
• Experience with client billing and revenue recognition.
• Experience with intercompany transactions and purchase orders.
• Experience with Maconomy, Xytech, Power BI, Power Query, or similar tools.

Why work here: 

At WPP Production, you’ll help shape the future of content production at a truly global scale. We bring together world-class talent, cutting-edge studios, and advanced technology to solve some of the most complex creative and production challenges in the industry. You’ll work in a collaborative, borderless environment where craft excellence is valued, innovation is encouraged, and AI and next-generation tools are used to amplify not replace human creativity. With access to diverse projects, global career opportunities, and the backing of WPP’s unmatched network, this is a place where you can grow your skills, make real impact, and create work that performs for every audience, across every channel, at every moment.

Inclusion and Impact 

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.

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