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 115,000 accomplished people in 110 countries. WPP has headquarters in New York, London and Singapore and a corporate presence in major markets worldwide.
We create transformative ideas and outcomes for our clients through an integrated offer of communications, experience, commerce, and technology.
WPP and our award-winning agencies work with most of the world's biggest companies and organisations – from Ford, Unilever and P&G to Google, HSBC, and the UN. Our clients include 61 of the FTSE 100, 307 of the Fortune Global 500, all 30 of the Dow Jones 30 and 62 of the NASDAQ 100. WPP are the leader in the Bloomberg Gender Equality Index and 20th in the FTSE 100 rankings for Women on Boards.
Why we're hiring:
Join WPP's exciting transformation! We're seeking a skilled Staff GL Accountant to play a key role in shaping the future of our non-media business units. Reporting to the Chief Accounting Officer, you'll have a direct impact on our financial success by ensuring accurate and timely general ledger processing, including journal entries, period-end reporting, and balance sheet reconciliations. This is a high-visibility opportunity to collaborate with various business units and contribute to the implementation of our cutting-edge Workday financial system. If you're a driven, self-motivated communicator with a passion for accuracy and a desire to make a real difference, we encourage you to apply.
What you'll be doing:
Take ownership of key financial processes and drive impactful results:
- Manage the general ledger for our non-media business units, utilizing the cutting-edge Workday Financials platform.
- Process and review a variety of journal entries, including fixed assets, intercompany transactions, tax, and treasury, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Play a vital role in period-end reporting and balance sheet reconciliation, ensuring financial data integrity.
- Collaborate with business unit finance teams to resolve inquiries and build strong relationships.
- Contribute to weekly and monthly reporting cycles, providing valuable insights to the Chief Accounting Officer.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of our accounting processes.
- Provide support to colleagues during absences, fostering a collaborative team environment.
What you'll need:
Do you have what it takes to thrive in a dynamic environment?
- A solid foundation: A degree in Accounting and at least 2 years of experience in general ledger accounting within a large organization (international experience is a plus).
- A passion for accuracy: Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.
- A collaborative spirit: Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective working relationships.
- A drive to succeed: Self-motivation, energy, and the ability to thrive under pressure.
- Organizational prowess: Excellent organizational and prioritization skills to manage competing priorities.
- Effective communication: The ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
- A customer-centric approach: A commitment to providing excellent service and support to internal and external stakeholders.
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 accepting: of 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 or 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 promote a culture of people that 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?
The base salary range for this position at the time of this posting is indicated below. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package, go to https://www.wpp.com/en/careers/wellbeing/benefits-at-wpp-in-the-us for more details.
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WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, military/veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability. We believe in creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion and strives to recruit a diverse slate of candidates to help us achieve that goal.
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WPP is a creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients and communities.
