WPP

Senior Manager - Finance Operations (AP/AR)

Mumbai, India · Work style not stated

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EmployerWPP
LocationMumbai, India
Work styleWork style not stated
Employer posted1 month ago

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 work with the world's most valuable brands 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.

For more information, visit WPP.com.

Key responsibilities -

• Lead Procure to Pay and Billing functions, oversaw vendor master management, invoice processing, order management, contract generation, billing, and inventory processes from the WPP SSC India. Supervised P & L management, billing operations, and proactively sought opportunities for business expansion.
• Lead a team of 50-60+ FTEs. Managed team operations, fostered employee development, engaged stakeholders, and ensured service delivery excellence. Nurtured a culture of excellence and accountability within the team, provided mentorship, coaching, and professional development opportunities to enhance skill sets and drive career progression. Streamlined business processes and documentation, including the establishment and monitoring of KPIs and metrics. Continuously monitored SLAs, conducted team presentations, and spearheaded process quality enhancement initiatives.
• Identify and implement automation solutions to optimize processes, reduce turnaround time, and enhance efficiency. Solicited feedback from internal and external stakeholders, drove process refinements based on insights gathered. Mitigated technical, financial, and scheduling risks associated with the transition process.
• Collaborate with SOX, statutory, and internal auditors to ensure compliance and address audit requirements. Proactively stayed abreast of regulatory changes and industry best practices, implemented robust compliance frameworks, and conducted regular audits to mitigate risks and uphold ethical standards. Effectively managed change initiatives, communicated vision and objectives, addressed resistance, and empowered employees to embrace change and adapt to evolving business requirements.

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ROLE-SPECIFIC SKILLS/ATTRIBUTES

Job Location - Vikhroli, Mumbai
Qualified Chartered Accountant is MUST
Minimum 10years of experience in Finance Operations – AP & AR
Extensive India Operations experience is must
Preferable experience in SSC/Media/Captive Industry
Strong communication skills for negotiation & reconciliation
Adept in managing & leading teams for running successful process operations and experience of developing procedures & service standards for business excellence.

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.

Please read our Privacy Notice (https://www.wpp.com/en/careers/wpp-privacy-policy-for-recruitment) for more information on how we process the information you provide.

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