WPP I Internal Auditor (Regional Role)
Description
The WPP Internal Auditor will with one of the world’s largest communications services groups, made up of leading companies in Advertising; Media investment management; Information, insight & consultancy; Public relations & public affairs; Branding & identity; Healthcare; Direct, promotion & relationship marketing; and Specialist communications. Collectively, the Group has 138,000 people working in 2,400 offices in 107 countries.
The companies comprising our Group work with over 330 of the Fortune Global 500; over 60 of the NASDAQ 100 and over 30 of the Fortune e-50. More than 700 clients are served in three disciplines. More than 460 clients are served in four disciplines; these clients account for over 57% of Group revenues. The Group also works with over 340 clients in six or more countries.
Geographical coverage for the role
The role operates in Asia Pacific. It will require extensive travel (up to 70% plus). This role can potentially lead to a financial position within one of our networks.
Reporting lines
Reports directly to the Asia Pacific Regional Risk Officer / Director of Internal Audit.
Responsibilities
- Primarily, controls based and detailed substantive and analytical internal audit work and testing;
- Principal activities include reviews of financial controls and of business processes and the underlying numbers;
- Involvement in ad hoc assignments including fraud reviews and system reviews.
Key attributes
- Willingness to travel up to 70% plus.
- A naturally inquisitive, assertive and tenacious character;
- Strong analytical ability;
- Thorough and precise;
- Good communication skills - diplomatic and able to converse with a wide range of people;
- Strong report writer;
- Commercial and possibly having experience in a non-audit financial role;
- A leader;
- Able to work well in a team; and
- You will probably be a 10 plus year qualified CPA or similar.
The Group’s greatest strength is its client base: a remarkable list of blue-chip businesses, ranging from packaged goods to financial services and hi-tech companies. Many client relationships span several generations.
In its range of skills and geographical coverage, the Group is unrivalled and has achieved balance in both. We derive 34% of our revenue from North America, 14% from the UK, 22% from Western Continental Europe and 30% from Asia Pacific, Latin America, Africa & Middle East and Central & Eastern Europe. Less than half of our revenue is now derived from conventional advertising
As ever, the key to servicing the Group’s client base lies with the talents of our 179,000 people and the skill with which they are developed and managed. Through increasing investment in information technology, training, career development and incentive programs, the Group facilitates, encourages and rewards exceptional work – both within individual companies and in partnership with others.
Philippine market overview In recent years, the Philippines has emerged as one of the fastest growing economies in Southeast Asia. Al-Jazeera noted the market demonstrating “an unprecedented period of macro-economic buoyancy and political stability”, spurring both domestic and international business growth.
It is also one of the largest and fastest growing digital markets in Southeast Asia, with growth expecting to increase exponentially in the next few years. With a population of 108M and where the internet penetration is predicted to hit 50% in 2017, coupled with the Philippines’ vibrant economic growth and the expansion of its digital footprint makes it an exciting place for media players and talent to be.