Senior Financial Analyst – 6 month FTC
Location: London, United Kingdom
Why we're hiring:
Ready to make a global impact? WPP is undergoing an exciting transformation, and we need a sharp, motivated Senior Financial Analyst to join our Group Reporting team at our London HQ. This fixed-term contract role is your chance to be a key player in shaping the financial future of a world-leading creative company. Don't just report numbers – help drive our success!
What you'll be doing:
As a vital part of our central finance function, you'll be at the heart of WPP's Group reporting function, working on complex and exciting projects. You'll gain exposure to a wide range of areas, including:
- Play a key role in our core functions: This includes impairment assessments, acquisition and disposal accounting, financial instruments, investments, leasing, and more, ensuring WPP's financial statements are accurate and compliant with IFRS.
- Master the art of consolidation: Wrangle data from our global network of companies, navigating multiple currencies and jurisdictions to create a cohesive financial picture.
- Drive process improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline and enhance our reporting processes, making us more efficient and effective.
- Influence senior leadership: Prepare critical financial information for senior management, providing insights and analysis that drive key decisions.
- Be a compliance champion: Ensure adherence to WPP's accounting policies and the Sarbanes‑Oxley Act, safeguarding the integrity of our financial reporting.
- Be part of a great team: We have a high performing team with a positive culture centred around collaboration, teamwork and supporting each other.
What you'll need:
- Fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CA) with at least one year of post‑qualification experience, preferably in a listed (ideally UK premium listed) environment.
- Experience navigating the complexities of large, multinational organisations.
- Big 4 public accounting experience is a plus.
- In‑depth knowledge of IFRS.
- Sharp analytical skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to make sound judgments under pressure.
- A proactive, self‑starter attitude with a thirst for learning and a passion for problem‑solving.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues across the WPP network.
- Advanced Excel skills
Work Arrangement:
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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Location: London, United Kingdom
Why we’re hiring:
Ready to make a global impact? WPP is undergoing an exciting transformation, and we need a sharp, motivated Senior Financial Analyst to join our Group Reporting team at our London HQ. This fixed-term contract role is your chance to be a key player in shaping the financial future of a world-leading creative company. Don’t just report numbers – help drive our success!
What you’ll be doing:
As a vital part of our central finance function, you’ll be at the heart of WPP’s Group reporting function, working on complex and exciting projects. You’ll gain exposure to a wide range of areas, including:
- Play a key role in our core functions: This includes impairment assessments, acquisition and disposal accounting, financial instruments, investments, leasing, and more, ensuring WPP’s financial statements are accurate and compliant with IFRS.
- Master the art of consolidation: Wrangle data from our global network of companies, navigating multiple currencies and jurisdictions to create a cohesive financial picture.
- Drive process improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline and enhance our reporting processes, making us more efficient and effective.
- Influence senior leadership: Prepare critical financial information for senior management, providing insights and analysis that drive key decisions.
- Be a compliance champion: Ensure adherence to WPP’s accounting policies and the Sarbanes‑Oxley Act, safeguarding the integrity of our financial reporting.
- Be part of a great team: We have a high performing team with a positive culture centred around collaboration, teamwork and supporting each other.
What you’ll need:
- Fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CA) with at least one year of post‑qualification experience, preferably in a listed (ideally UK premium listed) environment.
- Experience navigating the complexities of large, multinational organisations.
- Big 4 public accounting experience is a plus.
- In‑depth knowledge of IFRS.
- Sharp analytical skills, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to make sound judgments under pressure.
- A proactive, self‑starter attitude with a thirst for learning and a passion for problem‑solving.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues across the WPP network.
- Advanced Excel skills
Work Arrangement:
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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