Manager, 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:

Be a driving force in WPP's global finance transformation! This isn't just another accounting role; it's a chance to shape the future of a global creative powerhouse. We're seeking a highly motivated and technically skilled Group Financial Reporting Manager, on a 12 month FTC basis, to join our dynamic team at our London Corporate Headquarters. This is a high-impact role within a vibrant learning environment, offering significant growth potential.

What you'll be doing:

As a key player in both our Group reporting function, you'll be at the heart of WPP's financial operations. You'll contribute directly to:

• Elevating financial reporting processes: Identify opportunities and drive improvements in our Group's financial reporting procedures.
• Influencing senior leadership: Prepare and present key financial information to senior management, providing valuable insights and analysis.
• Navigating multifaceted financial landscapes: Tackle challenging areas like earnout liability valuations, put option accounting, pension liability accounting, and hyperinflation adjustments.
• Driving M&A success: Play a vital role in WPP's acquisition strategy, analysing due diligence reports, assessing intangible assets, and ensuring seamless financial integration. (WPP is an acquisitive company, offering continuous exposure to exciting new ventures!)
• Leading complex accounting activities: Take ownership of critical areas like lease accounting, share-based payments, investments, and financial instruments.
• Mastering the intricacies of goodwill and impairment testing: Hone your technical expertise by managing WPP's goodwill and intangible balances and conducting impairment tests.
• Powering global consolidation: Contribute to the consolidation of a vast network of companies across multiple jurisdictions and currencies.
• Ensuring compliance and rigour: Monitor compliance with WPP Reporting and Accounting Policies and Sarbanes-Oxley Act requirements.

What you'll need:

• Qualified and experienced: ACA/ACCA/CA qualified with a proven track record of project management in a fast-paced environment, ideally within a Big 4 firm.
• IFRS expert: Deep understanding of IFRS accounting standards, experience with Sarbanes-Oxley rules and regulations preferred.
• Complex consolidation master: Experience with large, complex, multi-currency group consolidations, preferably within a UK premium or US-listed company.
• Analytical powerhouse: Exceptional analytical skills, meticulous attention to detail, and sound judgment.
• Communication guru: Ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders, from operating companies to senior management.
• Driven and organised: Self-motivated, highly organized, and able to manage multiple deadlines under pressure.

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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