Sr Financial Analyst

2 Months ago • 2 Years + • Finance

Job Summary

Job Description

The Sr. Financial Analyst at Warner Bros. Discovery will prepare and review participations statements using a new system, SAP, and other tools. Responsibilities include understanding complex contractual agreements, performing data analysis to ensure reporting accuracy, and identifying system and process improvements. The role requires strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills, along with experience in finance, accounting, or a related field. Experience in the entertainment industry and knowledge of GAAP are preferred. The analyst will also support ad-hoc projects, presentations, and participate in system testing.
Must have:
  • Prepare participations statements
  • Understand complex deal terms
  • Perform data analysis
  • Improve systems and processes
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Excellent communication skills
Good to have:
  • Participations experience
  • Entertainment industry knowledge
  • GAAP accounting knowledge
  • SAP experience
  • System implementation experience

Job Details

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.

Warner Bros. Discovery seeks a Sr. Financial Analyst for the Financial Contracts Reporting & Administration Participations department. The FCRA Participations department handles contractual reporting to talent and co-production companies on all of Warner Bros. film, television, home entertainment, games, and new media libraries. It’s an exciting, fast paced organization that provides a unique opportunity to learn many aspects of the company---from production to initial film release through all downstream channels of distribution. FCRA provides excellent opportunities to learn the entertainment industry and offers a robust year-round training program.

The Sr. Financial Analyst position is responsible for preparing and reviewing participations statements. This position reviews and understands contractual agreements, ensuring that all financial obligations are met. Additionally, the Sr. Financial Analyst will be responsible for enhancing departments systems and tools through involvement in system design and testing; and improving business processes.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Prepare participations statements, leveraging a new state-of-the-art Participations system, WB’s enterprise SAP platform, existing tools, and analytical methodologies. Read and understands abstracts, legal agreements, and other related written documentation. Perform first level review of statements prepared by other Financial Analysts / Sr. Financial Analysts and provide feedback to preparers to make changes and correct errors, as needed. Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of complex deal terms/calculations, including but not limited to Breakeven, Reducibility, Vesting, etc.

  • Perform current and historical data analysis and verifying that reporting is in accordance with contractual agreements. The analysis work takes into consideration the windowing and release patterns of film/television/other product, distribution cost trends analysis, etc. Research abnormalities using SAP and/or other line-of-business components to review underlying transactional activity. Demonstrates advanced knowledge of Film/TV/Home Ent. Business practices and strategy.

  • Support ad-hoc and special projects, including, but not limited to presentations to management and staff, buyout calculations, etc.

  • Identify improvements and enhancements related to FCRA’s participations system and participate in system testing.

  • Attend technical and conceptual training sessions and cross-divisional forums as needed.


JOB QUALIFICATION STANDARDS

  • Work Experience

  • 2+ years previous experience in a finance, accounting, auditing or IT environment a plus.

  • Participations and/or entertainment industry experience strongly preferred.

  • Business analyst or financial analyst experience a plus.

  • Public or private audit and/or consulting experience a plus.

  • Knowledge of GAAP vs. cash-based accounting principles a plus.

  • Experience with system implementations and testing a plus.

  • Experience in a large corporate environment a plus.

  • Evidence of progressive responsibilities and contextualization of understanding.

  • Education, Professional Training, Technical Training or Certification

  • High School diploma or equivalent required.

  • Bachelor’s degree required. (Finance, Accounting, Economics, Mathematics, or Information Systems preferred)


Knowledge/Skills

  • Strong to expert competency with MS Excel and Word, and PowerPoint required.

  • SAP experience preferred.

  • Other Requirements

  • Must have ability for progressive responsibility/promotion within the organization.

  • Must have strong mathematical and algebra skills.

  • Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.

  • Must have strong analytical, planning and organizational skills.

  • Must be detail oriented.

  • Must be able to read and understand legal agreements.

  • Must be able to adapt and learn new technology.

  • Solution oriented individual who can work in a dynamic, fast paced, high volume environment and think outside of the box.

  • Must be able to understand and communicate with operational, financial, IT and executive personnel.

  • Must be able to manage multiple tasks effectively, efficiently, with flexibility to changing priorities.

  • Must be a team player with high-level of interpersonal skills and customer-focus.

  • Must be able to maintain confidentiality.

  • Must be a quick learner who is results-oriented.

  • Must be able to work independently and meet deadlines

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 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, regardless of sex, gender identity, ethnicity, union status, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, disability or any other category protected by law.

If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.

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