Analyst, Finance Operations (8 month FTC)

About WPP Media

WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world's leading brands. With exceptional talent, trusted data and intelligence, and world-class partnerships – all united by our pioneering agentic marketing platform, WPP Open – we help clients navigate change, capture opportunity, and deliver transformational growth.

WPP Media is WPP's AI-driven media operating unit, bringing together media, data, and partnerships to deliver creative personalisation at scale. Connected through WPP Open and powered by Open Intelligence, clients see exactly where, how, and why their media investment is working.

For more information, visit wppmedia.com.

1785 - Analyst, Finance Operations (8 month FTC)

About WPP Media

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

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

Role Summary and Impact

WPP Media handles the media planning and buying for some of the world's smartest advertisers. Supported by keen consumer insight, analysis and experience, we are part of the largest media planning and buying network in the world.

This role sits within the Global Client Solutions team of WPP Media reporting into the Finance Operations Manager. The role will work closely with the Finance Operations team as well as the Agency Commercial teams.

Business Responsibilities:

• To support the finance operations manager and team on the Global Client Solutions Unit within WPP Media
• To work closely with various stakeholders across the business to help manage the Unbilled and Debtors process.
• Working with stakeholders to assist with resolving client billing and related issues.
• To prepare ad-hoc client reconciliations.
• Establish good relationships with key client contacts
• To assist in implementing finance best practice processes (ie media booking, billing and query resolution) across all clients.
• Support on various finance projects, new ways of working, and campaign management
• To assist in NWC preparation monthly.
• To assist in client audits within the agency
• Assist with the SOX and year-end audit by providing all relevant information to the auditors.
• Assist in co-ordinating internal SOX control testing.
• Other ad-hoc tasks.

People Responsibilities:

• Establish strong and positive relationships with both internal and external colleagues
• Is open and approachable to others
• Shares thoughts about own strengths and limitations
• To be knowledgeable and accountable on the tasks that they carry out

Skills and Experience

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.
• Attention to detail
• Team player
• Good accounting understanding
• Ability to solve problems
• Flexible approach to role and requirements
• Works productively in a high-pressure environment,
• Strong analytical skills
• High level of accuracy
• System skills in Microsoft Excel/Word/Outlook/ Media Ocean Applications
• The desire to learn and progress

Life at WPP Media & Benefits

Our passion for shaping the next era of media is powered by our commitment to Be Extraordinary, investing in our employees to inspire transformational creativity. We also Lead Optimistically, firmly believing in and Championing Growth and Development for every individual. This commitment allows WPP Media employees to leverage the extensive global WPP Media & WPP networks to pursue their passions, build vital professional connections, and learn at the cutting edge of marketing and advertising.

We Create an Open environment built on trust and respect, where everyone feels they belong and has opportunities to progress. This inclusive culture is fostered through a variety of employee resource groups and frequent in-office events showcasing team wins, sharing thought leadership, and celebrating holidays and milestone events. Our comprehensive benefits package reflects this commitment, including 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 believe the best work happens when we're toge