Global Assistant Controller

WPP Media-posted 1 day ago

$100,000 - $230,000/Yr

Full-time • Mid Level

Hybrid • New York, NY

5,001-10,000 employees

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The Assistant Controller will oversee day-to-day accounting operations, ensure accurate financial reporting, and support the Global Controller in managing compliance, audits, and internal controls. This role requires strong technical accounting skills, a deep understanding of IFRS and the ability to navigate the complexities of media spend, client prepayments, and vendor relationships.

Ensure that WPP Media monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting is compliant with WPP accounting policies and procedures, and in accordance with IFRS.
Liaison with WPP on month-end deliverables and ensure accurate and timely submissions, and compliance with all internal and external policies and procedures.
Provide oversight and guidance to the WPP Media Network on coordination, execution, and remediation of statutory, internal, and external audits. This role is a critical partner to help manage the audit work plan and resolution of any identified issues.
Assist in the review and approval of AP and AR, IC transactions, and general ledger maintenance of the WPP Media Network.
Conduct regular balance sheet reviews to ensure that the WPP Media balance sheet is properly stated and addressing and resolving aged items.
Provide support to the Network regarding client prepayments and vendor obligations, ensuring proper recognition of revenue and expenses.
Assist with various month-end accruals related to the Network and in coordination with the market controllership teams.
Monitor media spend, prepayments, and cash flow timing.
Support revenue recognition assessments such as principal vs. agent considerations, client incentives, and rebates in accordance with IFRS 15.
Provide technical support on media-specific transactions and documentation of accounting treatment.
Continuous strengthening of financial controls and implementation of best practices across the Network.
Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
Partner with WPP and Regional Controllership Group to assess design of key controls to best suit WPP Media.
Provide financial analysis to support decision-making by senior management. Key analysis includes understanding and insights of media buying and planning, proprietary trading, and cash flow analysis.
Partner with client service and investment teams to ensure completeness and accuracy around notable client contract terms including incentives, rebates, and vendor arrangements.

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or equivalent preferred.
10+ years of progressive controllership experience, ideally within media, advertising, or professional accounting (Big 4).
Strong technical knowledge of IFRS, SOX, revenue recognition, and financial reporting.
Experience with implementation of ERP/accounting systems.
Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, multinational environment.

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.

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