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WPP Media · 1 day ago

Global Assistant Controller

New York, United States

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$100K/yr - $230K/yr

10+ years exp

WPP Media is a global media collective focused on creative transformation. 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.

Marketing & Advertising

Responsibilities

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