Finance Manager

WPP Media Australia & New Zealand

Colombo, Sri Lanka
On-site
Lead month end close processes
Manage apac reporting cycles
Oversee statutory tax filings
WPP Media Australia & New Zealand is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee financial operations, governance, and reporting for their Sri Lanka market. The role involves close collaboration with business teams and senior leadership to provide strategic financial insights, improve operational efficiency, and ensure compliance with statutory requirements

Job Summary

  • This role partners closely with senior leadership to provide strategic financial insights and enhance commercial discipline across the organization.
  • The Finance Manager is responsible for leading the finance team, managing month-end close, and ensuring strict compliance with WPP frameworks and statutory requirements.
  • Key responsibilities include overseeing vendor due diligence, managing APAC reporting cycles, and acting as a trusted business advisor to drive profitability and operational efficiency.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

WPP Media Australia & New Zealand is seeking a Finance Manager to oversee financial operations, governance, and reporting for their Sri Lanka market. The role involves close collaboration with business teams and senior leadership to provide strategic financial insights, improve operational efficiency, and ensure compliance with statutory requirements.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Lead month end close processes
  • Manage APAC reporting cycles
  • Oversee statutory tax filings
  • Vendor due diligence governance
  • IFRS financial reporting expertise

Nice-to-have

  • Strategic business advisory skills
  • Team leadership and mentoring
  • SAP or BFC system proficiency
  • Commercial deal modelling support
  • Cross-functional stakeholder influence

Key Requirements

  • Experience in IFRS financial reporting
  • Knowledge of Sri Lankan tax compliance
  • Leadership of multidisciplinary finance teams
  • Proficiency in ERP systems like SAP
  • Background in internal controls and audit

Work Rights

Not specified

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