{"absolute_url":"https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/wpp/jobs/8653318002","data_compliance":[{"type":"gdpr","requires_consent":false,"requires_processing_consent":false,"requires_retention_consent":false,"retention_period":null,"demographic_data_consent_applies":true}],"internal_job_id":6455800002,"location":{"name":"London, England, United Kingdom"},"metadata":null,"id":8653318002,"updated_at":"2026-08-05T07:12:33-04:00","requisition_id":"11052","title":"FP\u0026A Senior Analyst – Planning and Cash Flow","company_name":"WPP","first_published":"2026-08-05T06:13:20-04:00","language":"en","application_deadline":null,"content":"\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-intro\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;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.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;We work with the world\u0026#39;s most valuable brands and have global reach across 100+ markets, with deep local expertise.\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Our people are the key to our success. We\u0026#39;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.\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;For more information, visit \u0026lt;a href=\u0026quot;https://eur02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwpp.com%2F\u0026amp;amp;data=05%7C02%7CErica.Durr%40wpp.com%7C9bf4566a65bc46a48ac008de749116ea%7C150b5e663d884dee83f6ed149b727a00%7C0%7C0%7C639076363668176216%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C\u0026amp;amp;sdata=Q9juosud56XGLThSFZ1NpPZd6FXpJPxV74OeRZWoh%2B4%3D\u0026amp;amp;reserved=0\u0026quot; target=\u0026quot;_blank\u0026quot;\u0026gt;WPP.com.\u0026lt;/a\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;br\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Why we\u0026#39;re hiring:\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;div\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;The FP\u0026amp;amp;A Senior Analyst - Planning and Cash Flow is a key role within the WPP Group FP\u0026amp;amp;A team, providing critical financial insight and analysis that supports decision-making at the highest levels of the organisation. Reporting to the FP\u0026amp;amp;A Director - Planning and Cash Flow, you will play an integral role in group planning, forecasting, cash flow management, and performance reporting.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;This position offers exposure to senior leadership, including the CFO and CEO, and provides the opportunity to influence strategic decisions through robust financial modelling, insightful analysis, and high-quality management reporting. Working closely with finance teams across WPP, you will help drive planning excellence, enhance forecasting accuracy, and support the continuous evolution of our reporting and decision-support capabilities.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;text-decoration: underline;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;What you\u0026#39;ll be doing:\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;div\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;h4\u0026gt;Planning \u0026amp;amp; Modelling\u0026lt;/h4\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Support the delivery of group-wide planning processes, including budgets, forecasts, and reforecasts, ensuring milestones and deadlines are achieved.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Coordinate planning timetables, manage operating unit queries, and support the preparation of CFO and CEO review materials.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Assist with long-term financial planning across both P\u0026amp;amp;L and cash flow, developing and maintaining models that support strategic decision-making.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Prepare scenario modelling and sensitivity analysis, including support for M\u0026amp;amp;A-related evaluations and strategic initiatives.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Maintain and monitor risks and opportunities tracking, providing insight to support management decision-making.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Promote best-practice financial planning and modelling techniques across the wider finance community.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;h4\u0026gt;Cash Flow\u0026lt;/h4\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Support the preparation of monthly Group cash flow reporting for management and Board reporting purposes, ensuring accuracy and completeness.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Assist with periodic cash flow, liquidity, net debt, capex, and free cash flow forecasting activities.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Partner with Treasury, Tax, and Group Reporting teams to align assumptions, understand variances, and explain key performance drivers.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Contribute to credit agency review activities alongside Treasury colleagues.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;h4\u0026gt;Reporting \u0026amp;amp; Analysis\u0026lt;/h4\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Prepare monthly management reporting, quarterly trading updates, and Board presentations that translate complex financial data into clear, concise insights.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Support the production of Group financial statements and management reporting outputs.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Assist with the preparation, monitoring, and validation of EPSP targets.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Perform detailed variance analysis against budgets and forecasts, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Analyse large and complex datasets, ensuring data integrity while monitoring business performance against key metrics and targets.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;h4\u0026gt;Process Improvement\u0026lt;/h4\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Continuously enhance financial models, reporting processes, and analytical capabilities to improve efficiency, quality, and decision support.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Leverage automation and AI-enabled tools to streamline workflows and drive innovation within the finance function.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;text-decoration: underline;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;What you\u0026#39;ll need:\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;div\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Bachelor\u0026#39;s degree and ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CFA, or an equivalent professional qualification (qualified or actively studying).\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Experience in FP\u0026amp;amp;A, Corporate Finance, Transaction Services, Audit, or a combination of Big 4 and FP\u0026amp;amp;A experience.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Experience within a large global finance function would be advantageous.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Advanced Excel modelling skills, with exposure to planning, consolidation, or reporting tools such as OneStream, SAP BFC, HFM, SAP BusinessObjects, or Power BI.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Strong analytical thinking with the ability to interpret complex financial information and communicate insights effectively.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with confidence presenting to senior audiences.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Highly organised, proactive, and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver under tight deadlines.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Collaborative team player with a high level of integrity and accountability.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Interest in emerging technologies, including AI, and a desire to build AI-enabled finance processes and ways of working.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;text-decoration: underline;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Who you are:\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;You\u0026#39;re open\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;:\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt; \u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;We are inclusive and collaborative; we encourage the free exchange of ideas; we respect and celebrate diverse views. We are open-minded: to new ideas, new partnerships, new ways of working.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;You\u0026#39;re optimistic\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;:\u0026lt;/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt; \u0026lt;span id=\u0026quot;628d56ad5d8a35dab853e65d9daa237c\u0026quot; class=\u0026quot;editor-module-hl-green-solid\u0026quot;\u0026gt;We believe\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt; in the power of creativity, technology and talent to create brighter futures or our people, our clients and our communities. We approach all that we do with conviction: to try the new and to seek the unexpected.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;You\u0026#39;re extraordinary:\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt; we are stronger together: through collaboration we achieve the amazing. We are creative leaders and pioneers of our industry; we provide extraordinary every day.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;text-decoration: underline;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;What we\u0026#39;ll give you:\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Passionate, inspired people\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt; – We aim to create a culture in which people can do extraordinary work.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Scale and opportunity\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt; – We offer the opportunity to create, influence and complete projects at a scale that is unparalleled in the industry.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Challenging and stimulating work\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt; – Unique work and the opportunity to join a group of creative problem solvers. Are you up for the challenge?\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;color: rgb(236, 240, 241);\u0026quot;\u0026gt;#LI-Hybrid\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;div class=\u0026quot;content-conclusion\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;We believe the best work happens when we\u0026#39;re together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That\u0026#39;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.\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;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.\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;h4\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Please read our Privacy Notice (\u0026lt;a href=\u0026quot;https://www.wpp.com/en/careers/wpp-privacy-policy-for-recruitment\u0026quot;\u0026gt;https://www.wpp.com/en/careers/wpp-privacy-policy-for-recruitment\u0026lt;/a\u0026gt;) for more information on how we process the information you provide.\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/h4\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/div\u0026gt;","departments":[{"id":4060822002,"name":"Finance","child_ids":[],"parent_id":null}],"offices":[{"id":4040357002,"name":"United Kingdom","location":null,"child_ids":[4133793002,4007815002,4098031002],"parent_id":4036713002}],"ai_disclaimer":null,"include_ai_disclaimer":null,"ai_opt_out_request_url":null}