Senior Finance Analyst - Non Media RTR (GL&Reporting) | WPP SSC MYNew

WPP; Selangor; Hybrid; MYR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A creative transformation company is seeking a Senior Finance Analyst to handle period end close activities and ensure accuracy in the financial reporting process. The role also involves collaboration with various stakeholders to optimize financial operations. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and 2-3 years of relevant experience, with proficiency in English and experience in audit as a plus. This position promotes a hybrid working environment while valuing creativity and collaboration.

Benefits

Opportunity for creative influence

Collaborative work environment

Challenging projects

Qualifications

• 2 - 3 years of experience in accounting/finance functions.
• Experience in Audit and tax is an added advantage.
• Native speaker / Korean: TOPIK 5/6 / Japanese: JLPT N2/N1.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accuracy in processing general ledger entries and financial reporting.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders as necessary.
• Identify and implement process improvements in existing workflows.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Knowledge in financial accounting principles

Education

Bachelor Degree in Accounting

Professional accounting qualification (ACCA/CPA/MIA)

Job description

Senior Finance Analyst - Non Media RTR (GL&Reporting) | WPP SSC MYNew

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.

JOB PURPOSE :

Senior Analyst will be responsible for period end close activities, ensures accuracy and timeliness in processing all general ledger entries, fixed assets transaction, bank transactions, financial and management reporting, accounts reconciliation, statutory audit and tax computation while adhering to WPP group policies and company procedures. He/She is responsible to regularly track and resolve outstanding issues and elevate to relevant parties as necessary.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure accuracy and timeliness in processing general ledger entries, fixed assets transaction, banking transaction, financial and management reporting, accounts reconciliation, statutory audit and tax computation (both direct and indirect) in accordance with WPP policies and procedures, local accounting standard and requirements and SLAs.
• Work closely with WPP Operating Units (OpCo) Finance to understand current activities and ensure all changes are reflected in financial statement.
• Collaborate with OpCo to clear aged balance sheet items.
• Regularly track and resolve outstanding issues being identified and elevate to relevant parties as necessary.
• Liaise with internal/external stakeholders as and when necessary.
• Ensure service level agreements (SLA) and monthly performance and productivity KPIs are met.
• Ensure the ownership for all applicable internal controls related to RTR processes.
• Proactively identify, propose and implement continuous process improvement opportunities in existing processes within the team.
• Participate in continuous process improvement projects and plans.
• Involvement in ad hoc activities or project.
• Perform review work on analyst.
• Perform knowledge transfer with new joiner.
• Works independently within guidelines and policies, and receives minimal guidance.
• Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience and provides functional guidance.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE :

• Bachelor Degree in Accounting or related field, and/or professional accounting qualification (ACCA/CPA/MIA etc.).
• 2 - 3 years of experience in accounting/ finance functions.
• Experience in Audit and tax is an added advantage.
• Having supervisory experience is an added advantage.
• Exposure to MNC working environment and Consolidated Group Accounts will be added advantage.
• Native speaker / Korean : TOPIK 5/6 / Japanese : JLPT N2/N1.

KEY COMPETENCIES:

• Good communication skill and able to communicate effectively in English.
• Knowledge in financial accounting principles, processes and accounting standard such as IFRS.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to demonstrate and deliver to required extents of the WPP Values listed below:
  • OPEN - Optimistic
  • Extraordinary

Who you are:

You're open: We are inclusive and collaborative; we encourage the free exchange of ideas; we respect and celebrate diverse views. We are open-minded: to new ideas, new partnerships, new ways of working.

You're optimistic: We believe in the power of creativity, technology and talent to create brighter futures for our people, our clients and our communities. We approach all that we do with conviction: to try the new and to seek the unexpected.

You're extraordinary: we are stronger together: through collaboration we achieve the amazing. We are creative leaders and pioneers of our industry; we provide extraordinary every day.

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.