Manager/Associate Director, Financial Planning and Analysis

Manager / Associate Director, Financial Planning & Analysis

Ogilvy Worldwide Finance Team

About Ogilvy

Ogilvy has been creating impact for brands through iconic, culture-changing, value-driving ideas since the company was founded by David Ogilvy 75 years ago.

It builds on that rich legacy through Borderless Creativity - innovating at the intersections of its advertising, public relations, relationship design, consulting, and health capabilities with experts collaborating seamlessly across over 120 offices in nearly 90 countries.

Ogilvy currently ranks as the #1 global agency network for creative excellence and effectiveness by WARC, signifying its ability to deliver creative solutions that drive unreasonable impact for clients and communities.

Ogilvy is a WPP company (NYSE : WPP). For more information, visit Ogilvy.com , and follow us on LinkedIn , X , Instagram , and Facebook .

About the Role :

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Manager or Associate Director, Financial Planning & Analysis to join our dynamic Worldwide Finance team.

This role will report to the Global Director of FP&A and provide core financial planning and analysis support to various areas of the company, acting as a key business partner involved with budgeting, forecasting, and the analysis / interpretation of financial results.

Key Responsibilities :

• Financial Planning & Analysis :
• Develop, analyze, and interpret financial information to assess performance against budget, forecast, and prior periods.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including variance analysis and commentary.
• Partner with business unit leaders to develop and manage budgets and forecasts.
• Provide insightful analysis and recommendations to support strategic decision-making.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy of financial reporting.
• Business Partnering :
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners (Market / Regional Finance Teams, Real Estate, business unit leaders, markets, regions, and People Team) on items ranging from compensation, total rewards planning, and our real estate footprint.
• Assist the Global Head of FP&A to explore a range of business questions, ultimately helping the company to achieve its financial and operational goals, through data and sophisticated analysis.
• Present financial information and insights to various executive stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.
• Develop strong relationships with key stakeholders across the organization.
• Special Projects :
• Participate in ad-hoc projects and analyses as needed, including M&A due diligence, process improvements, and system implementations.

Desired Skills and Experiences :

• Essential :
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• 5-8+ years of progressive experience in financial planning & analysis.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including pivot tables, macros, and complex formulas).
• Experience with FP&A systems (e.g., Power BI, Hyperion, Anaplan).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex financial information to a non-financial audience.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong ethical foundation and commitment to accuracy and integrity.
• Desirable :
• Master's degree in Business Administration (MBA) or a related field.
• Experience in the advertising, marketing, or media industry.
• Familiarity with accounting principles (US GAAP or IFRS).

Key Attributes :

• Strategic and Critical Thinking : Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and draw meaningful conclusions to support strategic decision-making.
• Communication : Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively communicate complex financial information to a non-financial audience.
• Tech Savvy : Proficiency in utilizing technology and data analytics tools to enhance efficiency and accuracy in financial analysis.
• Innovation : Ability to think creatively and develop innovative solutions to business challenges.
• Leadership : Demonstrated leadership potential and the ability to influence and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Collaboration : Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships and work effectively with colleagues at all levels of the organization.

How We'll Support You

Ogilvy celebrates its people. Fully. Enthusiastically. Unhesitatingly. We'll empower you with the tools you'll need to succeed.

We'll give you the autonomy to seek out new paths and better ways of doing things. We'll support you with colleagues who are experts in their disciplines, drawn from across the Ogilvy network.

And we'll provide opportunities for you to do work of which you'll be proud, with people you'll be proud to call your teammates.

The base salary range for this position at the time of this posting is indicated below. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications.

We offer a competitive benefits package, click here for more details.

Pay Range

$75,000 - $180,000 USD

At Ogilvy, our people are at the heart of what we do : a creative agency that sparks game-changing ideas across culture and business through collaboration, integrity, and a celebration of self-expression.

We believe in building powerful teams with purpose. This means hiring and nurturing talent across all races, ethnicities, religions, abilities, sexual orientation, and gender identities - and we relentlessly curate transformative initiatives that make our commitment to fairness, and equity a reality.

Our ultimate mission is to leave a positive impact on the world, creating a better future for all, while supporting and uplifting the global communities we serve.

This is central to our mantra of Borderless Creativity.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.