Assistant Manager, Regional Finance
The Assistant Manager, Regional Finance at WPP Media plays a pivotal role within the regional finance team, contributing to the company's mission of delivering creative personalization at scale. This position is based in Hong Kong and reports directly to the Regional Finance Director, ensuring alignment with WPP Media's strategic financial objectives.
Key responsibilities include preparing regional financial reports encompassing actuals, forecasts, and budgets. The role involves reviewing and overseeing financial reports, managing aging items, and reconciling accounts across various countries and business units. Additionally, the Assistant Manager conducts variance analyses, highlights risks to management, and ensures compliance with SOX and internal controls. Collaborating closely with country finance teams, the position also involves preparing and reviewing inter-unit balances and reconciliations, as well as supporting ad hoc tasks such as preparing reporting templates and conducting financial analyses.
Candidates must possess a degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline and hold a recognized accounting qualification. A minimum of three years of experience in accounting and finance, preferably with exposure to financial audits in Big Four accounting firms and multinational or sizable companies, is required. Strong financial and management reporting experience, analytical and problem-solving skills, and proficiency in MS Office (Excel and macros) are essential. Fluency in both Chinese and English is also necessary.
WPP Media offers a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive medical, group retirement plans, vision and dental insurance, significant paid time off, preferential partner discounts, and employee mental health awareness days. The company fosters a collaborative and inclusive culture, providing employees with opportunities to pursue their passions, grow their networks, and learn at the cutting edge of marketing and advertising. Regular in-office events showcase team achievements, share thought leadership, and celebrate holidays and milestones, contributing to a dynamic and engaging work environment.