<div class="content-intro"><p><strong>WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. </strong></p>
<p><strong>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. </strong><br><strong> </strong><br><strong>We have been building the world's most valuable brands for 50 years and have global reach across 100+ markets, with deep local expertise.</strong><br><strong> </strong><br><strong>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. </strong><br><strong> </strong><br><strong>For more information, visit <a href="https://eur02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwpp.com%2F&data=05%7C02%7CErica.Durr%40wpp.com%7C9bf4566a65bc46a48ac008de749116ea%7C150b5e663d884dee83f6ed149b727a00%7C0%7C0%7C639076363668176216%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=Q9juosud56XGLThSFZ1NpPZd6FXpJPxV74OeRZWoh%2B4%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank">WPP.com.</a></strong><br><strong> </strong></p></div><p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Why we're hiring:</strong></span></p>
<p>To facilitate the statutory audit process by providing necessary financial data, documentation, and support to the appointed external auditors, ensuring a smooth, efficient, and timely audit for compliance with legal requirements. </p>
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<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>What you'll be doing:</strong></span></p>
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<p><strong>Data & Documentation Support:</strong></p>
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<li>Prepare and provide timely access to financial statements (Balance Sheet, P&L, Cash Flow), ledgers, bank statements, vendor/customer records, and supporting vouchers.</li>
<li>Generate specific schedules (e.g., fixed assets, debtors, creditors, provisions, expenses etc.) as requested by auditors.</li>
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<p><strong>Audit Process Facilitation:</strong></p>
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<li>Act as the primary point of contact for the external audit team.</li>
<li>Address audit queries promptly and accurately, providing explanations and evidence.</li>
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<p><strong>Compliance & Verification:</strong></p>
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<li>Assist in verifying compliance with applicable accounting standards (<a href="https://eur02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2Fsearch%3Fq%3DGAAP%252FIFRS%26sca_esv%3D61c011a888dcc1e5%26sxsrf%3DAE3TifN2Po7ItEFBQXkMS1SULgeuCMtffA%253A1765292813532%26ei%3DDTs4aaafIOL31e8P-eC_2As%26oq%3Dstatutory%2Baudit%2Bjob%2Bdescription%2Bfrom%2Bauditee%26gs_lp%3DEgxnd3Mtd2l6LXNlcnAiLHN0YXR1dG9yeSBhdWRpdCBqb2IgZGVzY3JpcHRpb24gZnJvbSBhdWRpdGVlKgIIATIFECEYoAEyBRAhGKABSI_QAVDWN1jSrgFwAXgAkAEAmAGoBKABihyqAQswLjQuOC4xLjAuMbgBA8gBAPgBAZgCD6AC-RzCAgcQABiwAxgewgIOEAAYgAQYsAMYhgMYigXCAgsQABiwAxiiBBiJBcICCBAAGLADGO8FwgIKECMYgAQYJxiKBcICBhAAGAcYHsICCxAAGIAEGIYDGIoFwgIIEAAYogQYiQXCAgUQABjvBcICBhAAGBYYHsICBxAhGKABGArCAgQQIRgVwgIFECEYnwXCAgYQIRgVGA2YAwCIBgGQBgaSBwkxLjQuNi4zLjGgB6pQsgcJMC40LjYuMy4xuAfvHMIHBzAuNS43LjPIB0eACAA%26sclient%3Dgws-wiz-serp%26mstk%3DAUtExfC8O9JjOrJZqZtZltt1K0yLonLhHh6h4nKaQSvKHso4YwGcYlobXlOxq2QpC4JoPmxjTmh-r-lFVsbCg9tG0efPJfMZNs-sDXiKTWMjLeePMTx6m5Pg8n9f-ag7OoHYX3jGGGS811398Lka0-cquCxf5iq9N1zD0m4M3FY9EwHfhrZcEZGSL5d3zaFAImSTa2aob7KUHs_yYB2DVUjZeHFNTL-LGsDzLFbjmmkSOOQadDKHcRZRYIU200i1JPZoCRLDfUvgmVJ8F2O69ySpUX3zlQAIe2LMPX1A6-ArHOiWfA%26csui%3D3%26ved%3D2ahUKEwj93fGo5LCRAxVxn68BHf86AbgQgK4QegQIBxAJ&data=05%7C02%7CSachin.Deshpande%40wpp.com%7C0ea92a431f984583696608de37359cd8%7C150b5e663d884dee83f6ed149b727a00%7C0%7C0%7C639008900561892571%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=xu0SHknSjOH%2FvSPwdKokyhfeHvCs0ciBO4BWc5t0CfY%3D&reserved=0">GAAP/IFRS</a>) and legal regulations (e.g., <a href="https://eur02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2Fsearch%3Fq%3DCompanies%2BAct%26sca_esv%3D61c011a888dcc1e5%26sxsrf%3DAE3TifN2Po7ItEFBQXkMS1SULgeuCMtffA%253A1765292813532%26ei%3DDTs4aaafIOL31e8P-eC_2As%26oq%3Dstatutory%2Baudit%2Bjob%2Bdescription%2Bfrom%2Bauditee%26gs_lp%3DEgxnd3Mtd2l6LXNlcnAiLHN0YXR1dG9yeSBhdWRpdCBqb2IgZGVzY3JpcHRpb24gZnJvbSBhdWRpdGVlKgIIATIFECEYoAEyBRAhGKABSI_QAVDWN1jSrgFwAXgAkAEAmAGoBKABihyqAQswLjQuOC4xLjAuMbgBA8gBAPgBAZgCD6AC-RzCAgcQABiwAxgewgIOEAAYgAQYsAMYhgMYigXCAgsQABiwAxiiBBiJBcICCBAAGLADGO8FwgIKECMYgAQYJxiKBcICBhAAGAcYHsICCxAAGIAEGIYDGIoFwgIIEAAYogQYiQXCAgUQABjvBcICBhAAGBYYHsICBxAhGKABGArCAgQQIRgVwgIFECEYnwXCAgYQIRgVGA2YAwCIBgGQBgaSBwkxLjQuNi4zLjGgB6pQsgcJMC40LjYuMy4xuAfvHMIHBzAuNS43LjPIB0eACAA%26sclient%3Dgws-wiz-serp%26mstk%3DAUtExfC8O9JjOrJZqZtZltt1K0yLonLhHh6h4nKaQSvKHso4YwGcYlobXlOxq2QpC4JoPmxjTmh-r-lFVsbCg9tG0efPJfMZNs-sDXiKTWMjLeePMTx6m5Pg8n9f-ag7OoHYX3jGGGS811398Lka0-cquCxf5iq9N1zD0m4M3FY9EwHfhrZcEZGSL5d3zaFAImSTa2aob7KUHs_yYB2DVUjZeHFNTL-LGsDzLFbjmmkSOOQadDKHcRZRYIU200i1JPZoCRLDfUvgmVJ8F2O69ySpUX3zlQAIe2LMPX1A6-ArHOiWfA%26csui%3D3%26ved%3D2ahUKEwj93fGo5LCRAxVxn68BHf86AbgQgK4QegQIBxAK&data=05%7C02%7CSachin.Deshpande%40wpp.com%7C0ea92a431f984583696608de37359cd8%7C150b5e663d884dee83f6ed149b727a00%7C0%7C0%7C639008900561917755%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=92NZyUMA%2BsY%2Fd88xINJdhs7Wnd8DX6X2FN39cxbXfGo%3D&reserved=0">Companies Act</a>).</li>
<li>Support assessment of internal controls and risk areas identified by auditors.</li>
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<p><strong>Reporting & Finalization:</strong></p>
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<li>Help in preparing management representation letters and other required attestations.</li>
<li>Review draft audit reports, management letters, and financial statements for accuracy before finalization.</li>
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<p><strong>Coordination:</strong></p>
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<li>Liaise with other internal departments (e.g., R2R, Billing, Collection, Accounts payable, Payments, HR, Payroll etc.) to gather necessary information for the audit. </li>
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<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>What you'll need:</strong></span></p>
<ul>
<li>Chartered Accountant with 3+ years post qualification experience.</li>
<li>Strong understanding of accounting principles (GAAP/Ind AS).</li>
<li>Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.</li>
<li>Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.</li>
<li>High attention to detail and ability to work under pressure during audit periods. </li>
</ul>
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<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Who you are:</strong></span></p>
<p><strong>You're open<em>:</em> </strong>We are inclusive and collaborative; we encourage the free exchange of ideas; we respect and celebrate diverse views. We are open-minded: to new ideas, new partnerships, new ways of working.</p>
<p><strong>You're optimistic<em>:</em></strong> <span id="628d56ad5d8a35dab853e65d9daa237c" class="editor-module-hl-green-solid">We believe</span> 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.</p>
<p><strong>You're extraordinary:</strong> we are stronger together: through collaboration we achieve the amazing. We are creative leaders and pioneers of our industry; we provide extraordinary every day.</p>
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<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>What we'll give you:</strong></span></p>
<p><strong>Passionate, inspired people</strong> – We aim to create a culture in which people can do extraordinary work.</p>
<p><strong>Scale and opportunity</strong> – We offer the opportunity to create, influence and complete projects at a scale that is unparalleled in the industry.</p>
<p><strong>Challenging and stimulating work</strong> – Unique work and the opportunity to join a group of creative problem solvers. Are you up for the challenge?</p>
<p><span style="color: rgb(236, 240, 241);">#LI-Onsite</span></p><div class="content-conclusion"><p><strong>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 accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.</strong></p>
<p><strong>WPP 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.</strong></p>
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