More about the role:We are seeking an experienced FP&A Manager to play a pivotal role in managing our financial planning and analysis. This position supports the NA CFO and FP&A Director, ensuring accurate financial reporting, insightful analysis, and efficient operations within a fast-paced environment.
What you'll do:- Prepare regional revenue tracker and review team updates to confirm completeness and accuracy of contract data and proper revenue recognition is applied.
- Manage all monthly and recurring FP&A deliverables and coordinate workload in partnership with the FP&A Director.
- Prepare and deliver timely, accurate monthly financial reports, identifying key risks and opportunities.
- Contribute to the oversight of the comprehensive monthly financial reporting (actuals, forecasts, budgets) including P&L, Net Working Capital (overdue, receivables, WIP), revenue, and agency profitability.
- Analyze budget vs. actual costs and conduct thorough variance analysis to ensure profitability targets are met.
- Collect, consolidate, and analyze recurring financial requests across the NA region.
- Support ad-hoc reporting needs and contribute to developing procedures for operational efficiency.
- Assist with client profitability/pricing analysis/reporting, and with business review and forecast presentations.
- Collaborate with Business Development to integrate pipeline data into forecasting and budgeting.
Experience that contributes to success:- 5+ years of relevant experience in Corporate Finance, FP&A, or Audit.
- Experience supporting revenue recognition, contract management, forecasting, and account financial oversight
- Advanced or highly proficient Excel skills, including expertise with Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, INDEX & MATCH, SUMIF, and a solid understanding of formula nesting, with the ability to work comfortably in detailed financial files and support data-driven analysis
- Advanced PowerPoint proficiency.
- Solid knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
- Fast learner with strong prioritization, efficiency, and problem-solving skills.
- Proven ability to build strong working relationships with Finance Directors and HQ/WW teams.
- Comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment with meticulous attention to detail.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
- Strong systems, interpersonal, and communication skills.
- High sense of ownership and urgency.
- Proficiency in Maconomy and SAP (Cartesis/BFC) a plus.
#LI-FB1Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package; click here for more details: https://mybenefits.wpp.com/public/welcome.
The base salary for this position at the time of this posting may range between:
$60,000-$140,000 USD
