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

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

Working as a key member of the WPP Media UK Finance team, the Junior Finance Analyst plays a pivotal role in producing insightful and relevant reporting for Senior Management to support key decision-making.

You will be assisting with Forecasting and Budgeting processes, providing support to stakeholders in the business and contributing to the overall enhancement of the FP&A function. The role will also support key financial objectives that promote driving efficiencies within the team, but also within the business. To be successful in this role, engagement with various parts of the business is required, often at different levels of seniority.

Responsibilities

• Streamlining forecast and budget processes with the collaboration of the Finance team
• Assisting in the creation of an operating rhythm for reporting and filing.
• Collecting and analysing relevant data from within the company, using existing systems.
• Assisting with forecasting deliverables and ensuring timely submission.
• Action any queries during Forecasting/Budgeting processes.
• Assist with the Cartesis input on a monthly basis.
• Assist with commentaries submission to Group FP&A on a monthly basis.
• Continuously reviewing current processes and making improvements to allow better control or improved efficiencies
• Supporting with a number of ad-hoc projects

Skills and Experience

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Organised with strong attention to detail
• Enthusiastic with a can-do attitude
• Excellent analytical skills
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and other Microsoft applications.
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision
• Good interpersonal skills to work with different management levels
• Must show a proactive approach to problem solving and take initiative
• Highly numerate/mathematical skills
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to re-prioritise

You must have:

• Five GCSE grades C - A* (4-9) or equivalent, including English and Maths

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

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