WPP SSC MY - Japanese Speaker - Junior/ Senior Analyst - Accounts Payable & Receivable, GL Reporting & Masterdata

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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. We have been building the world's most valuable brands for 50 years and have global reach across 100+ markets, with deep local expertise. Our people are the key to our success. We'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. For more information, visit WPP.com. Japanese Speaker Jobs Available: Japanese Language is a MUST - Reading, Speaking, Writing Accounts Payable and Receivable (PTP, OTC) Masterdata Management (MDM) General Ledger Reporting (RTR) 📑 1. Accounts Payable and Receivable (PTP, OTC) AP, AR is part of a team responsible for performing day-to-day tasks within the Billing and Payable function, covering Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Billing, Cost Allocation and Reconciliation, as well as the Month End Closing process and some other specific accounting activities related to the stream. The Senior Analyst will be required to handle activities for any of the subfunctions within the OTC and PTP functions as assigned by the Finance Operations Manager. This position will work with management to drive the implementation of global process initiatives to streamline and/or automate the PTP and OTC process, which includes system enhancement and process improvement. Responsibility: Accounts Receivable and Billing: Work with the Team Lead to identify the Client's billing processes and document accordingly for reference Review against Client billing processes and finalise the invoice with required supporting documentation (e.g. signed Client Schedule, PO, copies of third-party invoices being recharged, etc.) Approve and post accounting entries Dispatch to the Client the invoice and supporting documentation according to the Client's billing process Review against Client billing processes and finalise the draft credit note or raise the credit note, with required supporting documentation Approve and post accounting entries Dispatch to the Client the credit notes and supporting documentation according to the Client's billing process Accounts Payable & Invoice Processing: Receive and save vendor invoices/vendor billing files and supporting documents Check all invoices for proper documentation, attach the invoice to the AP System and submit for payment accordingly. Ensure invoices are processed in line with WPP Policies, SOX requirements, and Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) Process invoices, credit memos and debit memos in a timely and accurate manner according to the SLA / KPI set by management and agreed with WPP Operating Companies (OpCo) Ensures that all invoices assigned are properly accounted for at the end of each business day Respond to vendor inquiries. Follow up with the vendor and respective OpCo to resolve all discrepancies in a timely manner Verifies vendor accounts by reconciling monthly statements and related transactions Perform reconciliations of vendor statements, research, and address discrepancies as appropriate Review reconciliation and supporting documentation for purchases made by the Company, Settled Credit Card, and revert to OpCo on queries Properly book and upload all intercompany transactions Work with PTP Leaders on Account Analysis to clear Aged AP and Net Debit Balance (NDB) Other Responsibilities: Query Management: Receive, record, and resolve queries from Clients, Vendors, or OpCos. Collaborate with OpCo to resolve complex queries. Ensure timely closure of all queries. Report monthly on open queries to OpCo. Accounts Receivable (AR): Independently drive AR ageing reporting and review calls with OpCo. Ensure accuracy, quality, and timely delivery of assigned AR tasks per SLAs/KPIs. Issue Resolution & Risk Management: Handle high-complexity issues with minimal guidance. Identify, troubleshoot, and escalate risks or issues to management/internal clients. Follow through on issues until resolution. Collaboration & Communication: Work closely with WPP OpCo contacts and cross-functional teams to support OTC and PTP processes. Participate in month-end close activities. Process Improvement & Projects: Support system enhancements, UAT, migrations, and scope expansions. Drive standardisation, data mapping/cleansing, and improvement initiatives. Compliance & Standards: Adhere to accounting principles, company policies, and internal/external regulations. Follow standard operating procedures and Target Operating Model (TOM). Knowledge Sharing: Gui

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