Financial Controller

The Ogilvy Group LLC

London, United Kingdom
Not specified; benefits: 25 days annual leave + 1 ...
On-site
Qualified accountant aca acca cima or equivalent
6+ years progressive finance experience
Proven experience managing a team of nine
This pivotal leadership role involves overseeing all financial reporting activities for Ogilvy EMEA and WPP while managing a team of nine professionals

Job Summary

  • This pivotal leadership role involves overseeing all financial reporting activities for Ogilvy EMEA and WPP while managing a team of nine professionals.
  • The successful candidate will ensure rigorous financial compliance, act as the primary contact for auditors, and drive continuous process improvements across financial systems.
  • Benefits include 25 days annual leave plus volunteer days, Bupa Healthcare coverage, enhanced family-friendly policies, and menopause support.

Matching Summary

This pivotal leadership role involves overseeing all financial reporting activities for Ogilvy EMEA and WPP while managing a team of nine professionals.

Salary

Not specified; Benefits: 25 days annual leave + 1 volunteer day; Enhanced family friendly policies; Bupa Healthcare

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Qualified accountant ACA ACCA CIMA or equivalent
  • 6+ years progressive finance experience
  • Proven experience managing a team of nine
  • Month-end P&L and Balance Sheet reporting
  • Strong Excel proficiency required
  • Vendor management and accounts payable processes

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with WPP control reviews
  • Knowledge of staff cost reporting
  • Workday system experience
  • Proactive self-motivated work style
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Key Requirements

  • ACA, ACCA, CIMA qualification or equivalent extensive experience
  • Minimum 6 years of progressive finance team experience
  • Demonstrated experience in hiring and developing staff
  • Expertise in regulatory reporting under UK law

Work Rights

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