Job description
WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients, and communities.
Working at WPP means being part of a global network of more than 100,000 talented people dedicated to doing extraordinary work for our clients. We operate in over 100 countries, with corporate headquarters in New York, London and Singapore.
WPP is a world leader in marketing services, with deep AI, data and technology capabilities, global presence and unrivalled creative talent. Our clients include many of the biggest companies and advertisers in the world, including approximately 300 of the Fortune Global 500.
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.
In this position, the Client Accounting Associate will assume the following responsibilities:
- Project and subproject creation assigning budgets to the projects.
- Upload invoices to client portals. For example, COUPA, Ariba and Time Metrics.
- Review the inventory of client billable charges, supporting documentation and
work with the Account Lead to determine the appropriate month’s billing;
- Draft, edit and finalize invoices for clients, working closely with Account Leads
- Maintain trackers for overall accounts including amount billed, approved budgets, inter-company budget allocations and year to date fees and expenses.
- Match supporting documentation of expenses to draft invoices.
- Ensure that invoices are submitted in a timely manner and in accordance with the Client agreements.
- Ensure purchase orders are received for new projects or revised budgets.
- Assist in the collection process of past due accounts as needed.
- Assist Project Managers/Client leaders on client queries and requests.
- Reconcile final invoices and close jobs.
- Provide support to Client leaders on adhoc assignments.
- Assist with monthly close related to client portfolio, project journals and other duties including SOX compliance with revenue recognition.
- Reconcile work in progress for assigned clients.
- Monthly intercompany billing.
What you’ll need:
Client Accounting Associate may have a BBA in Accounting, Finance or Business Management with at least two years’ work experience billing in the fields of public relations, law firms or other professional services and/or consulting businesses. In the absence of a college degree, additional years of experience will be considered for the right candidate.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and with various project leads and other office finance departments on intercompany transactions.
- Strong communication skills - both verbal and written.
- Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to interact with employees at all levels.
- Familiarity with computerized billing/accounting systems.
- Strong Math/Analytical skills.
- Dependable with deadlines and flexible to work beyond standard working hours during “peak” periods.
- Must be flexible and team oriented.
- Proficiency in Excel (V-Lookup, Pivot Table etc.)
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 accepting: of 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 promote a culture of people that 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.
