FP&A Director (Adtech)

TL;DR

FP&A Director (Finance): Creating an efficient FP&A functionality for hirify.global UK with an accent on forecasting, budgeting, and management information. Focus on improving financial mechanisms, owning the narrative for trading teams, and leading continuous improvement through AI and tech advancements.

Location: London, United Kingdom. Must have the right to work in the UK. Hybrid approach (teams in the office around four days a week).

Company

AI-driven media operating unit of WPP, bringing together media, data, and partnerships to deliver creative personalisation at scale.

What you will do

• Improve forecasting and budgeting processes and develop mechanisms to provide key management information.
• Ensure accurate and compliant month-end closes and manage Adaptive uploads across Trading and Media solutions.
• Provide high-quality monthly Management Information and commentary on client billings, extraction rates, and pipelines.
• Lead the delivery of formal global quarterly forecasts and budget processes, communicating guidance to all stakeholders.
• Partner with Commercial Directors to provide high-level narratives and actions supporting the forecasting cycle.
• Manage and develop team members while utilizing AI and tech advancements to improve business outputs.

Requirements

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or equivalent).
• Ability to lead and influence key senior stakeholders with strong interpersonal skills.
• Solid team management and communication experience.
• Strong analytical skills and an investigative mindset.
• Ability to deliver across multiple priorities at pace while maintaining quality.
• Must possess the right to work in the UK.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits including medical, vision, dental insurance, and group retirement plans.
• Significant paid time off and employee mental health awareness days.
• Inclusive environment with employee resource groups and frequent in-office events.
• Opportunities to leverage global WPP networks for professional connections and learning.
• Preferential partner discounts.