Job Description

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.

Purpose of Job:
The Analyst, Client Finance supports the Manager, Client Finance in the overall financial management of assigned clients. This role works closely with Client Service Teams to oversee and control all financial aspects of client accounts, providing strong financial stewardship and support. The Analyst ensures budget control reports are accurate and delivered in accordance with client contracts, sets up retainers, fees, and out-of-scope jobs in MediaOcean, and collaborates with client leads, including attending client meetings as needed. This position reports directly to the Manager, Client Finance.
Duties:
Set up and maintain all product codes
Meet with account leads to review budget control reports
Lead the client billing process by preparing initial and final budget control reports, making billing recommendations, and meeting with the Client Service Team to finalize
Send billing instructions to Shared Finance Services
Distribute final client-facing budget control reports to clients
Review unbilled media and Work in Progress (WIP) reports at month-end, providing commentary and ensuring items are cleared in a timely manner
Conduct initial investigations into client receivables past due over 30 days and provide supporting documentation to the Operations Manager for client follow-up
Assist with client media audits as required
Attend client meetings as needed and build strong, open relationships with clients' Accounts Payable teams
Liaise with Shared Finance Services to ensure a high level of service for both the agency and clients
Ensure compliance with internal controls over financial reporting and audit policies and procedures
Prepare client year-end accruals
Prepare client reporting in accordance with client contracts
Key Requirements:
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Solid understanding of accounting principles and variance analysis
Proactive, adaptable, and open to implementing new ideas and managing change
Strong attention to detail with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Excellent organizational skills and strong written and verbal communication abilities
Detail-oriented self-starter with the ability to work independently
Education & Experience
College diploma in Business, Finance, or Accounting
Minimum of 1 year of experience in an accounting role
Experience in the media and/or advertising industry is an asset
Advanced knowledge of DDS and Microsoft Excel (including pivot tables), as well as PowerPoint and Visio
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 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.
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 Media is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to, among others, individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need an accommodation because of a disability to search and apply for a career opportunity with WPP Media, please send an e-mail to WPP Media Leave Administration at or call (212) 297-8507 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. While we appreciate all applications received, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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