Senior Financial Accountant, Group Reporting : Fixed term contract

WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients, and communities.

Working at WPP means being part of a global network of more than 100,000 talented people dedicated to doing extraordinary work for our clients. We operate in over 100 countries, with corporate headquarters in New York, London and Singapore.

WPP is a world leader in marketing services, with deep AI, data and technology capabilities, global presence and unrivalled creative talent. Our clients include many of the biggest companies and advertisers in the world, including approximately 300 of the Fortune Global 500.

Our people are the key to our success. We're committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow. 

Why we're hiring:

Ready to make a global impact? WPP is undergoing an exciting transformation, and we need a sharp, motivated Senior Financial Accountant 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:

• Lead the way in technical accounting: Dive deep into the world of lease accounting, share-based payments, financial instruments, associates, and more, ensuring WPP's financial statements are accurate and compliant with IFRS.
• M&A Excitement: WPP is an acquisitive company, and you'll be right in the thick of it, analysing due diligence reports, assessing intangible assets, and contributing to the financial integration of new acquisitions.
• 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.

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.

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 believe in 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?

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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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