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SeniorFinanceAnalyst-6monthFTC
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“Senior Finance Analyst - 6 month FTC at WPP. Skills: Group reporting, IFRS, Financial analysis. Perform impairment assessments. Manage acquisition accounting”
Industry & Context.
Problem-solving
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Fully qualified accountant (ACA/ACCA/CA), At least one year post-qualification experience, Experience navigating large multinational organisations, In-depth knowledge of IFRS, Advanced Excel skills
Nice to Have
Experience in a listed (ideally UK premium listed) environment, Big 4 public accounting experience
What You'll Do.
Perform impairment assessments
Manage acquisition accounting
Manage disposal accounting
Account for financial instruments
Account for investments
Ensure financial statements accuracy
Ensure IFRS compliance
Wrangle data from global network
Create cohesive financial picture
Identify process improvement opportunities
Streamline reporting processes
Enhance reporting processes
Prepare financial information for senior management
Provide insights and analysis
Ensure adherence to accounting policies
Ensure adherence to Sarbanes-Oxley Act
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Colleagues across WPP network
Communication Scope
Financial information; Insights and analysis
Full Job Description
WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. We have been building the world's most valuable brands for 50 years and have global reach across 100+ markets, with deep local expertise. 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. For more information, visit WPP.com. 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
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