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.

Company Overview

Every great story has a new beginning. We're excited to announce that Discovery and WarnerMedia have combined to become Warner Bros. Discovery. WBD is a premier global media and entertainment company offering audiences the world’s most differentiated and complete portfolio of content, brands and franchises across television, film, sports, news, streaming and gaming. We’re home to the world’s best storytellers, creating world-class products for consumers. From brilliant creatives to technology trailblazers and beyond, join us as we step into the next chapter.

Your Role Accountabilities…

Lead and oversee the execution of general accounting controllership duties in selected territories for the Studios businesses:

• Oversee accounting close process together with outsource providers.

• Including but not limited to review of all by-title accounting and participation.

• Oversee outsource provider for the timely completion and accuracy of account reconciliations to ensure balance sheet accuracy

• Act as point of escalation for FP&A as well as BPO teams and troubleshoot and resolve arising issues

• Ensure compliance with SOX requirements, internal control environment as applicable

• Cooperate with the Studios EMEA BPO offshore team in India seeking out process improvements and standardization opportunities to gain greater efficiency and effectiveness.

• Work with other members of the Controllership team to review and resolve any intercompany discrepancies within the group. Responsible for monthly intercompany settlement process.

• Prepare and / or approve certain accruals or provide inputs to the SDC teams

• Provide guidance to the team and support troubleshooting and problem- solving during month end close.

• Support audit processes for relevant legal entities as required

• Engage with key Studio EMEA controllership stakeholders, including FP&A, GBS,

• COE, Studio Global Process Owners and country specific business unit teams. Ensure a robust understanding of the Studios business in core operating sectors and provide responsive consultation and information as required in key business decisions.

Qualifications & Experience…

• At least 4 years of work experience in an accounting role and a strong understanding of US GAAP and SOX requirements

• Prior work experience in large international company

• Education, Professional Training, Technical Training or Certification

• BS/BA in Accounting from an accredited university

• CPA or Chartered Accountant (CA) preferred

• Strong accounting knowledge in the area of GL

• Strong technical skills including deep understanding of ERP system (SAP)

• Attention to detail, accuracy and strong organizational skills

• Ability to meet deadlines under pressure

• Capacity to effectively manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment

• Good written and verbal communication skills

• Must be able to work collaboratively with cross-functional team members at all levels

• Embraces change driven by evolving business initiatives and maintains positivity when time-sensitive milestones shift

• SAP knowledge Microsoft Office suite of applications

• Communicative knowledge of English

What's in it for you?

• Contract of employment

• Hybrid work model, flexible working hours

• Free access to player.pl and HBO Max

• Benefit package: private medical health care, life insurance, MyBenefit cafeteria including sport card, social funds, retirement pension plans, recognition platform, employee referral program

• Work-life balance initiatives: wellbeing platform, yoga, massages, educational webinars, Employee Assistance Program, internal media initiatives

• training & development: sharing the cost of English lessons, Employee Resource Groups, e-learning platform, sharing sessions with experts, periodic movie shows in the office cinema room

• CSR activities: volunteering, eco & social initiatives

• Casual dress code

• Parking space available for booking

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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, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, disability 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.