Finance Controller
Pubblicato il 02-09-2026 - Akqa Media in Venezia
At AKQA (part of WPP), we believe in the imaginative application of art and science to create a better future. With an entrepreneurial and collaborative approach, we design adaptive ideas, services and experiences that capture the imagination, delivering impressive returns for our clients.
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As the Financial Controller at AKQA, you will be responsible for day-to-day effective and efficient running of the Finance Department. You will be able to meet deadlines for statutory and tax filings, monthly management accounts and group reporting requirements, and managing the external AP team together with the internal support.
At AKQA you will have access to world-renowned thought leadership from influential authors, athletes, artists and entrepreneurs. You will work in an environment which fosters a meritocratic culture and encourages ownership, and you will be surrounded by some of the brightest minds in their fields.
ROLE REQUIREMENTS
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- Deliver the month-end close in line with AKQA and WPP reporting deadlines, ensuring accurate and timely financial and operational reporting.
- Own the month-end process, coordinating activities across the finance team and Shared Service Centre (SSC), including intercompany reconciliations and maintaining Maconomy data integrity.
- Prepare and publish monthly, quarterly and year-end BFC reporting (excluding client and revenue reporting), together with the month-end proposal report for management.
- Maintain accurate budgets and forecasts by reviewing actual costs, payroll, and live project spend, working closely with HR and operational teams.
- Drive continuous improvements to finance processes, reporting, and controls, ensuring compliance requirements are met and documentation remains up to date.
- Act as the primary point of contact for finance queries, audits, and compliance matters, reviewing G&A; invoic