Senior Finance Analyst at WPP Media

<div class="content-intro"><p><strong>About WPP Media</strong></p> <p>WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. With exceptional talent, trusted data and intelligence, and world-class partnerships – all united by our pioneering agentic marketing platform, WPP Open – we help clients navigate change, capture opportunity, and deliver transformational growth. </p> <p>WPP Media is WPP's AI-driven media operating unit, bringing together media, data, and partnerships to deliver creative personalisation at scale. Connected through WPP Open and powered by Open Intelligence, clients see exactly where, how, and why their media investment is working.</p> <p>For more information, visit <a href="wppmedia.com">wppmedia.com</a>.</p></div><p></p> <p><strong>About the Role</strong></p> <p>We are looking for a<strong> Senior Financial Analyst</strong> to join our MENA Finance team and support financial analysis and reporting across the region, with a reporting line to the EMEA team. This is a hands-on role for an analytical and detail-oriented professional with strong financial statement and credit risk analysis skills, combined with a passion for technology and innovation in Finance.</p> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p> <ul> <li>Review and analyze financial statements across multiple markets, identifying key trends, variances, and financial risks.</li> <li>Conduct <strong>credit risk analysis</strong>, follow up with markets on collection matters, and work closely with credit insurance providers to minimize credit risk exposure.</li> <li>Prepare accurate and insightful&nbsp;<strong>financial and management reports</strong>&nbsp;for stakeholders.</li> <li>Work with financial reporting systems and large datasets to ensure accurate and timely analysis.</li> <li>Develop and maintain advanced&nbsp;<strong>Excel-based analysis, models, and reporting tools</strong> to improve and automate financial reporting and analysis processes.</li> <li>Leverage&nbsp;<strong>AI tools and emerging technologies in Finance</strong>&nbsp;to enhance efficiency, analysis, and reporting.</li> <li>Communicate financial insights and recommendations clearly to Finance and business stakeholders.</li> </ul> <p><strong>What We’re Looking For</strong></p> <ul> <li>Bachelor’s degree in&nbsp;<strong>Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field</strong>.</li> <li>4+ years of relevant experience in financial analysis, reporting, accounting, or credit analysis.</li> <li>Strong hands-on experience in&nbsp;<strong>financial statement and credit risk analysis</strong>.</li> <li>Advanced&nbsp;<strong>Excel</strong>&nbsp;skills and experience with financial reporting systems or BI tools.</li> <li>Good understanding of financial reporting and key financial metrics.</li> <li>Knowledge or practical experience with&nbsp;<strong>AI applications in Finance</strong>&nbsp;is highly desirable.</li> <li>Strong analytical, problem-solving, and report preparation skills.</li> <li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.</li> <li>Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and work effectively across different markets.</li> <li>Ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment.</li> </ul> <p></p><div class="content-conclusion"><p></p> <p><span class="TextRun SCXW227196529 BCX8" lang="EN-CA" data-contrast="auto"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW227196529 BCX8">Please read our <a href="https://www.wppmedia.com/pages/privacy-policy#:~:text=WPP%20Media%20Privacy%20Notice%20for%20Recruitment">Privacy Notice</a></span></span><span class="TextRun SCXW227196529 BCX8" lang="EN-CA" data-contrast="auto">&nbsp;<span class="NormalTextRun SCXW227196529 BCX8">for more information on how we process the information you provide.</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW227196529 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:276}">&nbsp;</span></p></div>