Solutions Consultant - Accounting

About Ogilvy   Ogilvy, part of WPP, 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 WPP 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. Introduction to Ogilvy Amsterdam At Ogilvy we inspire brands and people to impact the world. We do this by delivering borderless creativity at the intersections of culture, data and creativity. All of our disciplines work together in our bright, open-plan office, with a friendly culture and creatively permissive environment (we find the best ideas pop up that way).  Job overview As our Junior Controller, you will step into a highly dynamic and international environment where no two days are the same. You will report directly to, and work closely with, our Business Controller, who will provide comprehensive guidance and mentorship across all facets of Revenue and Job Management. This is a unique opportunity to develop your expertise in financial analysis, accounting, reporting, budgeting, and forecasting. Beyond daily tasks, you'll actively initiate or participate in projects aimed at driving continuous improvement within our organization. While some back-office finance functions are managed by our Group Shared Service Center in Spain, you will collaborate with them on specific tasks, adding a valuable international dimension to your experience. As a Junior Controller, you will be an integral part of our finance team. Your key responsibilities will include: * Be part of revenue accounting and periodic reporting/ad hoc requests for the Management Team, Network, Account Teams and Clients; * Performing accurate and timely month, quarter, half-year, and year-end closing processes, including client profitability analysis, deferred and accrued revenue positions, and timesheet management; * Be a point of contact for project and finance related requests and inquiries while having multiple periodic meetings with various internal stakeholders on client financial performance; * Review and analyze the company’s figures and business performance regularly via our ERP system and group data analytics tool (Quantum); * Initiate business and process improvements and participate in projects. Qualifications * Fluent in both Dutch and English (verbal and written) – essential for our international environment. * A completed HBO degree in Finance or Accounting. * A maximum of 3 to 4 years of relevant work experience, preferably within a dynamic, international organization. * You are proactive, enthusiastic, self-motivated, and eager to learn and grow. * Possess a high level of accuracy and a keen eye for detail. * Excellent communication skills, capable of engaging both financial and non-financial stakeholders. * Able to work effectively both independently and as a collaborative team player. * Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with a willingness to further develop your skills. Knowledge of functions like pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and data analysis is a distinct advantage. What we offer * A challenging and exciting start to your career within a leading, international creative agency in the heart of Amsterdam. * The opportunity to learn directly from experienced Business Controllers and rapidly develop your skills in a fast-paced industry. * A competitive salary and excellent secondary benefits (e.g., travel allowance, pension scheme, vacation days) * Room for your own initiative and the chance to make a real impact on process improvements. * An inspiring, open, and inclusive work environment with a culture that fosters creativity and collaboration. * Opportunities for personal and professional growth within a global network. * Regular social events, team outings, and a dedicated training budget to sharpen your skills.   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 - 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. Ogilvy 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. If you need any assistance seeking a job opportunity, or if you need reasonable accommodation with the application process, please contact us at accommodations@ogilvy.com. Please note that this contact is only for candidates who are requesting accommodation. Emails for other purposes, including application status requests, will not receive a response.

About Alpha Alpha Financial Markets Consulting (Alpha FMC) is the leading global consultancy to the Asset & Wealth Management and insurance industries. We work with a blue-chip client base, including 80% of the top 50 global asset management firms, and work with over 660 clients across the globe. We have our headquarters located in the United Kingdom with a presence across across North America, UK, Europe, MENA and APAC Following a hugely successful AIM listing where Alpha listed with a market cap of £160m in 2017, the company enjoyed further substantial growth before selling to one of the world's leading quoted private asset growth investors (Bridgepoint) for £626m in August 2024. As such, we are now at a critical turning point in our growth. We are looking to grow the company across all levels. Pivotal to our success in this, we will be assembling the next generation of leaders, responsible for growing, elevating our market position further and nurturing the junior talent through the business. At Alpha, diversity, equity and inclusion is critical to our success, and we are committed to employing individuals from all backgrounds to reflect the multi-faceted society we live in. We have worked hard to foster an environment that welcomes everyone and celebrates each other’s successes. We aspire for Alpha to not only feel like ‘a job’ – but a close-knit community and the place where you want to build a career.   Roles and Responsibilities As a Manager, you will be based in Alpha’s Amsterdam office as part of our European team that is assisting Asset and Wealth management institutions in optimising their Operating Models by supporting them in Target Operating Model definitions, vendor selections and implementation or optimisation of solutions. You may be leading a workstream within a larger program; or helping to drive projects and produce deliverables for smaller projects alongside a small team of other Alpha resources. You will be responsible for identifying and implementing solutions for a range of issues facing Asset and Wealth Managers. Over the course of each project, you will collect and analyze data, prepare and test hypotheses, and present recommendations to the client to solve their unique business challenge. You’ll be playing a proactive leadership role in driving our programs forward and engaging directly with senior client stakeholders to solve their business challenges. As a Manager, you will be responsible for: * Collaborate closely with client stakeholders to understand their unique challenges and objectives and develop tailored solutions to address them. * Develop a deep understanding of the industry and the eco system, and contribute to all aspects of implementation projects * Act as a trusted advisor to clients, building strong relationships and delivering value-added insights and recommendations. * Act as a business analyst, working closely with clients to understand their unique requirements and challenges, and analyze business processes, identify pain points, and propose solutions supported by the leading applications available for the client base and help translate business needs into robust solutions. * Facilitate workshops with client teams to gather requirements, discuss best practices, and align on implementation strategies. * Stay informed about financial markets, industry trends, and regulatory changes.   Qualifications * Masters's degree in Economics, Mathematics or Finance. * Experience with working in projects. * Knowledge of the investment management business and processes.  * Minimum of two years of consulting experience working for a leading firm. * First-class communication, presentation and problem-solving skills. * Excellent English skills written and verbal. Speaking Dutch is a plus for this position. As we operate internationally other languages (French, German) is a preference. * Good project management methodology skills, as well as good competencies in PowerPoint. * Focus on team achievement, not just individual goals. * Willingness to travel.   Next steps: If this sounds like this role is ideal for you, apply today based on your qualifications! If successful, you will have the opportunity to meet various team members during our recruitment process which typically include a Competency style interview, a Case Study interview, and a Final Round interview with one of our Alpha Europe Directors.   Equal Employment Opportunity Alpha is an equal opportunities employer and the Group’s policy is to ensure that all employees, or those seeking employment, are treated fairly. All decisions relating to recruitment, selection and promotion are made objectively regardless of race, ethnicity, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, religious belief, political opinion, age, or disability. --- Please be aware that we may hold information for up to 3 years from the close of the recruitment process to allow us to review your suitability for current and future job opportunities with Alpha, your data may also be shared with relevant third party providers as and when required as part of the assessment process. Full details around what data we hold, why we hold it and for how long are available in our recruitment privacy statement (https://alphafmc.com/privacy-policy/). If you have any questions, or would like us to delete your data, please contact us by email at privacy@alphafmc.com.