Senior Associate, RTR

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.

Our Company

Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. is an American multinational mass media and entertainment conglomerate headquartered at 230 Park Avenue South in Midtown Manhattan, New York City, United States. The company was formed through the merger of  Warner Media  and  Discovery, Inc. , completed on April 8, 2022. The company's name is a combination from the  Warner Bros.  film studio and the  Discovery Channel  pay TV network

The Role

The Senior Associate is responsible for preparing, analyzing, and delivering financial data and reports from S4 accounting records to support statutory reporting activities across multiple EMEA legal entities. The role focuses on ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and timely provision of financial information required by the EMEA Statutory team and local providers.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Data and Reporting Support

- Prepare and deliver financial data extracts, reports, and analyses from US GAAP accounting records to support statutory reporting processes
- Ensure data provided to the EMEA Statutory team is accurate, complete, and submitted within required deadlines
- Reconcile and validate financial information across multiple reporting sources
- Investigate data variances and resolve reporting discrepancies in collaboration with relevant finance teams
- Maintain documentation supporting reported balances and financial analyses

Financial Information Management

- Compile and organize financial information required for statutory accounts preparation and regulatory reporting
- Provide supporting documents, schedules, reconciliations, and detailed financial analysis upon request
- Maintain reporting templates and standardized datasets to support consistent reporting practices
- Assist in the preparation of recurring and ad hoc management reports

Data Quality and Controls

- Perform data validation checks to ensure integrity and accuracy of financial information
- Support compliance with internal controls and financial reporting policies
- Identify opportunities to improve reporting efficiency, standardization, and data quality
- Maintain clear audit trails and documentation supporting reported figures

Stakeholder Support

- Collaborate with accounting, RTR, controlling, and statutory reporting teams across the EMEA region
- Respond to requests for financial information and provide supporting explanations of reported results
- Support finance projects and initiatives that require financial data analysis and reporting expertise

Qualifications and Experience

- Bachelor’s/master’s degree in accounting, Finance or qualified/semi-qualified CA, CMA or a related discipline
- 2-4 years of experience in financial reporting, accounting, record-to-report (RTR), or finance operations
- Strong understanding of financial statements and accounting data structures
- Experience working with large datasets and performing financial reconciliations
- Advanced Excel skills; experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms
- Knowledge of US GAAP reporting principles is preferred

Key Competencies

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Effective communication and collaboration skills
- Ability to interpret and explain financial information
- Continuous improvement mindset and focus on process efficiency

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

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