.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:We are looking for a Sr. Accountant for the Studio Controllership International (WBPI) accounting team. This Sr. Accountant reports to the Accounting Manager and will assist with month-end closing and reporting, consolidation of actual results, oversight of the day-to-day execution of general accounting and operating activities with the Business Process Outsourcing (BPO). Successful Senior Accountants will have a desire to gain a deep understanding of the business and have a customer service mindset towards the various Corporate Functions with whom there is regular interaction.Your Role Accountabilities:1.Monthly/Quarterly Financial Close (35%)
- Guiding offshore BPO teams to ensure completeness and accuracy of GL activity.
- Perform financial statement reviews including variance analysis and research.
- Review account reconciliations prepared by BPO team and ensure resolution of aged items.
- Prepare for meetings with Business Unit, International Territory finance teams, and Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) team, to review and understand theatrical performance and GL close status.
- Assist with Sarbanes-Oxley cycle documentation, audit testing/sampling, identify areas of control risk and design and recommend mitigating control procedures.2.Day-to-Day (45%)
- Performing day-to-day execution of general accounting activities and operating activities.
- Identify, investigate, and resolve irregular items and prepare adjusting journal entries as required.
- Work closely with internal auditors (FCRA) and external auditors as needed.
- Research US GAAP as it relates to significant matters and provide accounting guidance to ensure proper compliance.
- Foreign currency exchange rate gain/loss analysis and apply CTA when needed.3.Special Projects (20%)
- Complete ad-hoc projects and analysis, including process improvement initiatives, as determined by internal management.
- Make recommendations to improve process efficiencies and develop/administer procedures and guidelines.Qualifications & Experiences:?Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance (required). ?Minimum of 3 years of experience working in accounting or related financial area.?Utilizes advanced analytical skills and draws keen insights from the data
