Job Description
About Ogilvy
Ogilvy, part of WPP, has been creating impact for brands through iconic, culture-changing, value-driving ideas since the company was founded by David Ogilvy 75 years ago. It builds on that rich legacy through Borderless Creativity – innovating at the intersections of its advertising, public relations, relationship design, consulting, and health capabilities with experts collaborating seamlessly across over 120 offices in nearly 90 countries. Ogilvy currently ranks as the #1 global agency network for creative excellence and effectiveness by WARC, signifying its ability to deliver creative solutions that drive unreasonable impact for clients and communities. Ogilvy is a WPP company (NYSE: WPP). For more information, visit Ogilvy.com, and follow us on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and Facebook.
About WPP
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. For more information, visit WPP.com.
We are a team. We are accountable. We partner with our clients to deliver strategic creative we are proud of.
We learn together, we create together, we win together.
And most importantly, we have fun together.
About the Role:
We are looking for a Revenue Accountant to join our finance team. This role is a fixed-term contract until the end of 2026, with a view to extending.
Partner with account management teams to ensure their clients meet their monthly revenue targets.
As the Revenue Accountant, you will have exposure to various stakeholders across the agency and WPP. You will have a keen eye for detail and the ability to communicate effectively with both financial and operational stakeholders.
What You’ll Do:
This is a key role within the agency. You will work closely with the Account Management teams and the Commercial Manager to ensure efficient management of Revenue recognition, WIP and Debtors across a large portfolio of clients.
- Large volume invoicing, ensuring all invoices are raised in a timely & auditable manner.
- WIP management; ensuring all jobs are reconciled & are in line with client contracts; ensuring all costs incurred are invoiced to clients promptly; ensuring revenue recognition is accurate & in line with company policies.
- Ongoing monitoring of revenue and variance analysis to forecast.
- Work closely with Account Management teams and promptly address any queries.
- Gain and maintain knowledge of each applicable client contract.
- Systems and process training for new starters and refresher courses for existing employees when required.
- Understand and follow company policies & processes.
- Identifying process improvements to your role and the greater finance team
- Opportunity to progress your finance career at one of the leading communications groups worldwide.
What You'll Bring:
- Strong understanding of revenue recognition and core accounting principles
- Experience with invoicing, WIP management, reconciliations and debtors
- Ability to prepare and analyse revenue and financial reports
- Proficiency in accounting systems and advanced Excel
- Knowledge of compliance, controls and audit requirements
- Close attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Clear communication skills, able to explain finance to non-finance teams
- Ability to collaborate with account management and operations
- Strong time management in a fast-paced agency environment
- Mindset for process improvement and efficiencies
At Ogilvy, our people are at the heart of what we do: a creative agency that sparks game-changing ideas across culture and business through collaboration, integrity, and a celebration of self-expression.
We believe in building powerful teams with purpose - and we relentlessly curate transformative initiatives that make our commitment to fairness, and equity a reality.
Our ultimate mission is to leave a positive impact on the world, creating a better future for all, while supporting and uplifting the global communities we serve. This is central to our mantra of Borderless Creativity.
Ogilvy 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.
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