Production Finance Accountant

Posted:
9/9/2024, 9:37:04 AM

Location(s):
New York, New York, United States ⋅ New York, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior

Field(s):
Accounting ⋅ Finance & Banking

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

  • Staff accountants responsible for working with Finance Execs to set up each show from the ground up
  • Establish company, banking, request of digital accounting systems, and assign authorized signers
  • They are front lines with all banking setups and management
  • Process funding needs during course of a show
  • Ensure freelance accountants’ compliance with internal controls, GL reconciliations, production funding, corporate reporting, and overseeing guild and union audits

Your Role Accountabilities

  • Show Set Up
  • Banking
  • General Reconciliations
  • Support show accountants
  • Support VP and Directors of PF

Qualifications & Experience

  • 2 years production or accounting experience required
  • 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 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, 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.

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 [email protected].

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: $54,600.00 - $101,400.00 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.