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Warner Bros. Discovery Accounting Manager, Streaming Content in Atlanta, Georgia
Every great story has a new beginning, and yours starts here.
Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of.
Who We Are…
When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD’s vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what’s next…
From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.
Your New Role…
This position will work with the Accounting Sr. Manager in overseeing the DTC Content accounting processes and manage a team of three professionals who provide full-service accounting and reporting relating to HBO Original Programming, HBO Sports, and HBO Independent Pictures. The team is responsible for reviewing all P&L activity; preparing journal entries for production cash, hedge gain/loss, accruals, tax incentive receivables, prepaids, reclasses, amortization, intercompany and other ad hoc entries as needed; preparing monthly/quarterly P&L variance explanations by cost center; preparing balance sheet reconciliations and flux explanations; and preparing external reporting schedules (e.g. Inventory Rollforward, Commitments and Contingencies, and Derivative Instruments). This role will ensure all deliverables are completed timely, accurately, and will sign off on necessary close requirements. The role requires an understanding of forecasting, recurring expenses, and the ability to communicate both financial and non-financial information to finance and operational partners throughout the company.
Your Role Accountabilities…
Manage accounting functions: maintaining the general ledger, journal entry processing, account reconciliations, analysis, certifications and audit deliverables
Oversee the month end close process to ensure accuracy, integrity, and completeness
Review and approve work product to ensure compliance with GAAP, regulatory requirements, and company policies
Review complex entries and supporting documentation and recommend proper accounting treatment on these transactions
Analyze existing processes and identify opportunities for improvement
Lead special projects and proactively develop accurate ad hoc analyses for management to make informed decisions
Responsible for ensuring proper internal controls are in place and all transactions are recorded timely and accurately in accordance with GAAP and established SOX requirements and procedures
Build, foster, and maintain good working relationships with members of the Finance, Line of Business, and Operations.
Assist with team administration: feedback, development, training, assessment
Qualifications & Experience…
Minimum of 6 years of accounting experience required and a strong understanding of US GAAP, SOX requirements, and relevant local GAAP as required
Minimum of 2 years of experience in a supervisory/leadership role in accounting/finance
BS/BA in Accounting from an accredited university
Master’s degree in accounting a plus
Public accounting experience / Big 4 experience a plus
CPA license required
Prior experience with Oracle or SAP S/4 HANA a plus
Prior experience in content accounting or the media/entertainment industry is preferred
Self-motivated, enthusiastic, proactive, deadline-oriented
Mental agility to prioritize and execute in a fast-paced environment
Initiative, independent problem-solving abilities, ownership of work product, strong leadership qualities and ability to effectively delegate
Ability to foster positive working relationships across the organization
In-depth experience with process analysis and improvement
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
How We Get Things Done…
This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.
The Legal Bits…
Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.
If you’re a qualified candidate and you require adjustments or accommodations to search for a job opening or apply for a position, please contact us at recruitadmin@wbd.com.