Senior finance analyst - 6 month ftc

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.

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 for 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 everyday.

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?

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.

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.