WPP SSC MY | Mandarin Speaker | Junior/ Senior Analyst - GL&Reporting

WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. 

We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. 
 
We have been building the world's most valuable brands for 50 years and have global reach across 100+ markets, with deep local expertise.
 
Our people are the key to our success. We're committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow. 
 
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📑General Ledger Reporting (RTR)

The role will responsible for period end close activities, fixed asset management, intercompany transactions, bank transactions, balance sheet reconciliation, financial and management reporting, local statutory and tax support for WPP subsidiaries.

Responsibility:

• Ensure accuracy and timeliness in processing general ledger entries, fixed assets transactions, banking transactions, preparing financial and management reports, balance sheet reconciliation, and supporting local statutory and tax (direct and indirect) in accordance with WPP policies and procedures, local accounting standards and requirements.
• Work closely with WPP Operating Units (OpCo) Finance to understand current activities and ensure all changes are reflected in financial statements.
• Collaborate with OpCo to clear aged balance sheet items.
• Regularly track and resolve outstanding issues being identified and escalate to relevant parties as necessary.
• Liaise with internal/external stakeholders as and when necessary
• Ensure service level agreements (SLA) and monthly performance and productivity KPIs are met
• Ensure the ownership of all applicable internal controls related to RTR processes.
• Proactively work with the team lead/manager to identify, propose and implement continuous process improvement opportunities in existing processes.
• Participate in continuous process improvement projects and plans
• Involvement in ad hoc activities or projects.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or related field, and/or professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, CPA, MIA).
• 1–2 years of relevant experience in accounting for Analyst roles.
• 3–4 years of experience for Senior roles.
• Prior experience in audit and tax is an added advantage.
• Exposure to MNC environments and consolidated group accounts is beneficial.
• Experience with ERP systems (Added Value)

Competencies & Skills

• Fluent in English (read/write/speak)
• Strong knowledge of accounting entries, processes, and standards.
• Meticulous with high attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Proactive and self-driven.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

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 open-minded: to 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 aim to create a culture in which people can 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?

We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

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