Accounts Payable/Receivable Senior Associate

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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.

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.

• 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.