Sr. Production Finance Accountant

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

 Candidate must be proactive and work independently while interacting regularly with freelance production accountants as well as with HBO Corporate Finance. Responsibilities include project set-up, overseeing/participating in operational reviews and audits to ensure compliance with the Production Finance Production Accounting Manual, reviewing and analyzing cash flows and funding needs during the course of the show, generating and analyzing monthly corporate financial reporting. Additional duties include banking responsibilities, reconciling from the Production Company books to HBO General Ledger, generating and analyzing project costs to date, generating journal entries. This position is responsible for supporting and improving related digital accounting systems/processes. Special projects include updating the Production Finance Accounting Manual and Sarbanes Oxley quarterly reviews.

Understanding the NY group does less in-house show, the focus on managing 3rd party PSA and Lic Fee shows is a key responsibility.

The NY team has also pioneered the use of Greenslate accounting system.

Your Role Accountabilities

• Show Set Up including banking

• Digital Systems support

• General Reconciliations

• Support show accountants – larger international projects

• Support VP and Directors of PF – special projects

Qualifications & Experience

• 4 years production or accounting experience required

• General understanding of managing, funding and hedging international currency

• Knowledge of various US and foreign tax incentives

• Proficient with C&C and EP accounting software and other industry standard digital systems

• Ability to adapt to a digital workspace and train accountants on digital systems and process

• Must be able to multi-task and work well under deadlines and time constraints

• Must have the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of personnel

• Must be able to organize and schedule work effectively

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.

Championing Inclusion at WBD

Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. 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.

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In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, skill set, experience, and/or performance. Base pay is just one component of Warner Bros. Discovery’s total compensation package for employees. Pay Range: $81,900.00 - $152,100.00 salary per year. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, Warner Bros. Discovery provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and sick time and vacation.