About WPP Media

WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients and communities. For more information, visit wpp.com.

WPP Media is WPP’s global media collective. In a world where media is everywhere and in everything, we bring the best platform, people, and partners together to create limitless opportunities for growth. For more information, visit wppmedia.com

At WPP Media, we believe in the power of our culture and our people. It’s what elevates us to deliver exceptional experiences for both our clients and each other. In this role it will be critical to embrace WPP & WPP Media’s shared core values:

• Be Extraordinary by Leading Collectively to Inspire transformational Creativity.
• Create an Open environment by Balancing People and Client Experiences by Cultivating Trust.
• Lead Optimistically by Championing Growth and Development to Mobilize the Enterprise.

Role Summary and Impact

The Accounts Receivable Senior Associate is responsible for ensuring the efficient, accurate, and timely management of Accounts Receivable through active collections and cash application. This role focuses on maximizing cash collection, reducing overdue balances, mitigating credit risk, and supporting healthy cash flow. The position also contributes to resolving billing disputes, maintaining accurate financial records, and improving AR processes through automation and AI.

Skills and Experience:

• Experience & Foundation: 2–4 years of experience in Accounts Receivable, Credit, Collections, or related finance functions, preferably within multinational companies. Strong knowledge of accounting principles, account reconciliation, payment application, and AR management.
• Technical Proficiency: Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP, aging analysis, and large-scale reconciliations. Knowledge of ERP systems, electronic invoicing, credit/debit notes, and applicable tax regulations.
• Analytical & Collections Acumen: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify root causes of overdue balances, manage complex billing disputes, assess credit risk, monitor credit limits, and develop effective collection strategies.
• Communication & Process Excellence: Strong negotiation and assertive communication skills to manage challenging clients while maintaining business relationships. Highly detail-oriented, results-driven, and capable of supporting audits, reporting KPIs, and identifying opportunities for process automation and AI implementation.

Life at WPP Media & Benefits

Our passion for shaping the next era of media includes investing in our employees to help them do their best work, and we’re just as committed to employee growth as we are to responsible media investment. WPP Media employees can tap into the global WPP Media & WPP networks to pursue their passions, grow their networks, and learn at the cutting edge of marketing and advertising. We have a variety of employee resource groups and host frequent in-office events showcasing team wins, sharing thought leadership, and celebrating holidays and milestone events. Our benefits include competitive medical, group retirement plans, vision, and dental insurance, significant paid time off, preferential partner discounts, and employee mental health awareness days.

WPP Media is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to 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.

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 accommodation or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

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