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Assistant Maconomy Administrator - Finance

United Kingdom

Who we are:

Burson, part of WPP, is the global communications leader built to create value for clients through reputation. With highly specialized teams, industry-leading technologies and breakthrough creative, we help brands and businesses redefine reputation as a competitive advantage so they can lead today and into the future. When you work at Burson, you are part of a global community of lifelong learners who thrive at the edge of innovation.

WPP (LSE/NYSE: 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. For more information, visit WPP.com

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More about the role
Burson Finance UK is looking for a highly organised and process driven individual to join our busy London team. If you are someone looking to work in a finance environment, someone with bags of initiative and a very organised approach to work, and a great team player this could be the job for you!

What you'll do

  • Coordinate the setup and management of client and internal projects, partnering with finance teams across local and global offices
  • Manage employee record updates using weekly Starters, Leavers and Changes reports provided by the People team
  • Support employees with troubleshooting and resolving finance system queries and issues
  • Collaborate with the Maconomy Systems Administrator on system enhancements, upgrades and process improvements
  • Maintain accurate financial records, documentation and project data with a high level of precision
  • Help ensure compliance with SOX controls, policies and internal procedures
  • Provide responsive day-to-day support across the finance team on a range of operational tasks
  • Contribute to improving processes and finding smarter, more efficient ways of working

Experience that contributes to success

  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
  • Confident communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work across teams and levels
  • Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy
  • A proactive, dependable approach with strong follow-through on tasks and responsibilities
  • Experience maintaining accurate records and handling sensitive information professionally
  • Solid Excel skills and confidence working with finance or accounting systems (Maconomy experience is a plus)
  • A collaborative, team-oriented mindset with a willingness to support others where needed
  • A problem-solving attitude and eagerness to learn, improve processes and take initiative

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You belong at Burson:

Our vision is for Burson to be the leading ‘academy company’ for creative communications professionals and emerging leaders. We provide a dynamic environment where ambitious colleagues come to elevate their skills, expand their networks, and ultimately, produce the best solutions for today’s leading brands. Our commitment to your growth is reflected in our robust benefits and people programs, which include professional development opportunities, mentorship programs with industry leaders, a vibrant and inclusive company culture fostering collaboration and innovation and packages designed to reward and retain top talent. We invest in our people because we believe their success is our success.

At Burson, we’re an agency of learn-it-alls. We recognize that the things we do best, creativity and communications, require a level of nuanced understanding. That’s why it’s imperative for us to hire extraordinarily talented people of all backgrounds and identities. Without that we can’t do the essential work of inspiring bold ideas, fostering constructive dialogue, cultivating meaningful experiences, and driving innovation and creativity for our partners. Your unique point of view—your talent—is what makes you a #BursonPerson, and it’s how we deliver exceptional results for our clients, together.

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.

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