Finance Senior Associate

About WPP Media

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WPP Media is WPP’s global media collective. In a world where media is everywhere and in everything, we bring the best platform, people, and partners together to create limitless opportunities for growth. For more information, visit wppmedia.com

At WPP Media, we believe in the power of our culture and our people. It’s what elevates us to deliver exceptional experiences for both our clients and each other. In this role it will be critical to embrace WPP & WPP Media’s shared core values:

• Be Extraordinary by Leading Collectively to Inspire transformational Creativity.
• Create an Open environment by Balancing People and Client Experiences by Cultivating Trust.
• Lead Optimistically by Championing Growth and Development to Mobilize the Enterprise.

Role Summary and Impact

The Finance Senior Associate plays a pivotal role in ensuring the efficiency and accuracy of the company's financial cycles, providing comprehensive support from purchase order (PO) follow-up and client invoicing to the effective collection and recovery of documents. This position is central to optimizing continuous operational financial processes ("MOTION COL"), encompassing order approval, vendor invoice management, execution tracking, and closing reports. Furthermore, the role significantly contributes to strategic funding initiatives ("FUNDING COL") through the preparation of term sheets, deal entry into platforms, and drafting contracts, thereby directly impacting the company's financial health, cash flow, and ability to secure and manage revenue. With a minimum of 3 years of experience in the services sector, advanced Excel proficiency, and strong accounting and problem-solving skills, the Senior Associate is crucial for robust financial management and a healthy cash flow.

Skills and Experience:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in public accounting, Business Administration, or related fields.
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years in administrative, financial, and/or accounting roles, preferably in the services sector.
• Technical Skills: Advanced Excel proficiency, strong knowledge of accounting and administrative principles, and familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite. Experience with end-to-end financial processes including PO tracking, invoicing, collections, vendor invoice management, and financial reporting.
• Soft Skills: Proven ability in problem-solving, team leadership potential, assertive communication, and strong teamwork, with a high level of performance.

Life at WPP Media & Benefits

Our passion for shaping the next era of media includes investing in our employees to help them do their best work, and we’re just as committed to employee growth as we are to responsible media investment. WPP Media employees can tap into the global WPP Media & WPP networks to pursue their passions, grow their networks, and learn at the cutting edge of marketing and advertising. We have a variety of employee resource groups and host frequent in-office events showcasing team wins, sharing thought leadership, and celebrating holidays and milestone events. Our benefits include competitive medical, group retirement plans, vision, and dental insurance, significant paid time off, preferential partner discounts, and employee mental health awareness days.

WPP Media is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to 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.

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 accommodation or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

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