{"absolute_url":"https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/wpp/jobs/8653328002","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":6455805002,"location":{"name":"London, England, United Kingdom"},"metadata":null,"id":8653328002,"updated_at":"2026-08-05T06:17:19-04:00","requisition_id":"11053","title":"FP\u0026A Manager - Planning and Cash Flow","company_name":"WPP","first_published":"2026-08-05T06:16:34-04:00","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;\u0026lt;span style=\u0026quot;text-decoration: underline;\u0026quot;\u0026gt;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;Why we\u0026#39;re hiring:\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/span\u0026gt;\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;div\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;div\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;The\u0026amp;nbsp;\u0026lt;strong\u0026gt;FP\u0026amp;amp;A Manager - Planning and Cash Flow\u0026lt;/strong\u0026gt; plays a critical role within the WPP Group FP\u0026amp;amp;A team, supporting the planning, forecasting, and cash flow activities that underpin informed decision-making across the organisation.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Reporting to the FP\u0026amp;amp;A Director - Planning and Cash Flow, this role is responsible for leading the development of financial models, forecasts, and reporting outputs, while delivering high-quality management and Board-level insights within challenging deadlines. The successful candidate will partner closely with finance teams across the Group, gathering inputs, challenging assumptions, and translating complex financial data into clear, actionable insights for senior stakeholders.\u0026lt;/p\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/div\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;Coordinate Group-wide planning processes, managing timelines, responding to operating unit queries, and ensuring the successful delivery of budget and forecast cycles.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Support the preparation of CFO and CEO budget reviews and reforecast presentations.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Lead the development of long-term Group forecasts across both the P\u0026amp;amp;L and cash flow, maintaining robust financial models that support strategic decision-making.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Deliver scenario planning and sensitivity analysis, including modelling associated with M\u0026amp;amp;A activity.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Monitor and track key risks and opportunities, providing insights and recommendations to support management decision-making.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Champion best-practice planning and financial modelling techniques across the FP\u0026amp;amp;A team and broader 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;Prepare the Group\u0026#39;s monthly cash flow reporting for management and Board reporting, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and integrity across multiple data sources.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Produce regular cash flow forecasts and projections, including net debt, liquidity, capital expenditure, and free cash flow analysis.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Partner with Tax, Treasury, and Group Reporting teams to align assumptions, understand business drivers, and explain variances.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Support credit rating agency reviews in collaboration with the Treasury team.\u0026lt;/li\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;/ul\u0026gt;\n\u0026lt;h4\u0026gt;Reporting \u0026amp;amp; 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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. 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