Group Financial System Assurance Analyst

WPP; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Group Financial System Assurance Analyst to ensure the integrity of financial data across its global operations. This role involves rigorous testing of financial systems, orchestrating month-end reporting, and collaborating with various teams to enhance financial accuracy and compliance. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and a proactive approach to risk management, contributing to continuous improvement in a dynamic finance environment. Join a vibrant team dedicated to fostering creativity and collaboration while making a significant impact on financial assurance.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Career development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Health and wellness programs

Qualifications

• Proven experience in financial environments with strong finance systems understanding.
• Strong analytical mindset with a track record of thorough testing and review.

Responsibilities

• Attend monthly review meetings and test updates for BFC and ICM applications.
• Orchestrate month-end reporting cycle, ensuring system readiness for submissions.
• Collaborate with assurance and risk teams to ensure compliance.

Skills

Financial Systems Expertise

Analytical Skills

Reporting Skills

Continuous Improvement

Communication Skills

Relationship Building

Team Collaboration

Education

Accounting Qualification

Job description

Group Financial System Assurance Analyst

London, England, United Kingdom

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

Working at WPP means being part of a global network of more than 100,000 talented people dedicated to doing extraordinary work for our clients. We operate in over 100 countries, with corporate headquarters in New York, London and Singapore.

WPP is a world leader in marketing services, with deep AI, data and technology capabilities, global presence and unrivalled creative talent. Our clients include many of the biggest companies and advertisers in the world, including approximately 300 of the Fortune Global 500.

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.

Why we're hiring:

Shape the Future of Financial Assurance at WPP: We're seeking a Group Financial System Assurance Analyst to play a pivotal role in ensuring the integrity and compliance of our global consolidation system, SAP BFC, and intercompany matching tool (ICM). As the compliance lead for these vital systems, you'll have a direct impact on the accuracy and reliability of financial data used for both management and external reporting across WPP. Reporting to the Global Finance Systems Director within WPP Group Finance, you'll collaborate with the Group Reporting (GR) platform team and the WPP Ops Assurance and Risk & Controls teams.

This is an exceptional opportunity to expand your expertise in a dynamic, global finance environment. You'll identify and mitigate risks, recommend pragmatic solutions, and contribute to the continuous improvement of our financial systems. We're looking for a detail-oriented individual with a solid understanding of risk and control frameworks, a proactive approach, and the ability to see the big picture.

What you'll be doing:

Key Responsibilities: Be a Champion of Financial System Excellence

System Guardian:Attend monthly review meetings and rigorously test updates for the BFC and ICM applications, ensuring the integrity and reliability of our group consolidation system.

Month-End Maestro:Orchestrate the Group month-end reporting cycle, ensuring system readiness for OpCo submissions and collaborating with multiple teams to deliver timely and accurate financial data.

Exchange Rate Expert:Conduct daily and monthly reviews to guarantee the accuracy of exchange rate tables, ensuring correct rates for both reportable and annual budget figures.

Access Control Authority:Regularly assess joiner, leaver, and mover processes, completing weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual reviews to maintain robust access controls and data security.

Compliance Champion:Collaborate closely with the WPP Ops Assurance and Risk and Controls teams to ensure BFC and ICM are fully compliant within the WPP framework, safeguarding our financial systems.

System Improvement Innovator:Work hand-in-hand with the systems team to proactively identify risks and areas for improvement, driving continuous enhancement of our financial systems.

Transformation Catalyst:Champion and support the systems team in developing a continuous improvement culture, evolving the quality of our financial and management reporting.

Insights Collaborator:Partner with the Starlight team on the WPP Commentary tool and the Merlin team on WPP data insights to review and improve shared processes, enhancing data-driven decision-making.

Trusted Advisor:Respond promptly and effectively to ad-hoc requests from senior management, providing expert assistance and guidance.

What you'll need:

• Financial Systems Expertise:Proven experience working in a financial environment with a solid understanding of finance systems.
• Analytical Prowess:A strong analytical mindset with a track record of thorough testing and review.
• Reporting Acumen:Excellent reporting skills to effectively track progress and provide clear insights to the team.
• Continuous Improvement Champion:A keen eye for detail and a passion for driving continuous improvement of complex system processes.
• Results-Oriented:A sense of urgency and commitment to ensuring finance teams meet their goals while adhering to the controls framework.
• Exceptional Communicator:Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage effectively at all levels, including senior management and external stakeholders.
• Relationship Builder:A natural aptitude for building strong relationships across Group Finance.
• Team Player & Self-Starter:A collaborative spirit with the ability to thrive both as part of a team and independently, taking ownership of your professional development.
• Accounting/Compliance Advantage:An accounting or compliance qualification is a plus, but not required. We value your experience and skills above all.

What we'll give you:

Passionate, inspired people – We aim to create a culture in which people can do extraordinary work.

Scale and opportunity – We offer the opportunity to create, influence and complete projects at a scale that is unparalleled in the industry.

Challenging and stimulating work – Unique work and the opportunity to join a group of creative problem solvers. Are you up for the challenge?

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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 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.

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