Posted:
9/17/2024, 8:30:27 AM
Location(s):
Ciudad de México, Ciudad de México, Mexico ⋅ Ciudad de México, Mexico
Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior
Field(s):
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...
The Senior Financial Analyst – Domestic Networks Content will be responsible for working with network counterparts in reporting and forecasting on investment, cash and amortization of programming content for Warner Bros. Discovery networks such as HGTV, Discovery, food network, TNT, tbs, Magnolia Network, lifetime and TruTV.
Your Role Accountabilities....
• Maintain content databases and ensure accurate mapping of key information across systems.
• Review all contracts and amendments for budget and rights information.
• Demonstrate and maintain high standards of accountability to deliver superior quality financial information on timely basis to network FP&A.
• Work with network FP&A to evaluate financial impact of potential strategy/programming decisions.
• Prepare preliminary cash & expense forecasts for network meetings and month end reporting.
• Reconcile actuals vs prior forecast/budget/prior year and provide variance explanations.
• Review program starts, asset adjustments, and balance sheet recs.
• Prepare Investment Approval/ROI templates.
• Build strong relationships with network programming and network FP&A teams.
• Work with network FP&A to develop and lockdown budget/LRP targets.
• Conduct Ad Hoc analysis as needed.
• Support development of systems, tools, and processes to facilitate efficient and accurate analysis.
• Participate in assigned network meetings such as, but not limited to: Network Cash and/or Programming Financials Review.
Qualifications & Experience…
• At least 3-4 years’ experience in financial analysis.
• Strong English verbal and written communication skills
• Strong proficiency in excel and other data analysis techniques. Demonstrated experience in financial modelling.
• Critical thinker and strong problem solver with excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to frame issues, articulate findings and present optimal solutions.
• Proven ability to build confidence and trust with department members and external business partners.
• Experience working accurately and efficiently with high volumes of data under strict deadlines.
• Motivated by challenging, high-energy environment.
• Strong working knowledge of financial software packages and Microsoft Office suite.
• Bachelors degree in Finance or Accounting required.
• Solid understanding of television and production business preferred
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 and you require adjustments or accommodations to search for a job opening or apply for a position, please contact us at [email protected].Website: https://www.warnerbros.com/
Headquarter Location: Burbank, California, United States
Employee Count: 10001+
Year Founded: 1918
IPO Status: Private
Industries: Art ⋅ Digital Entertainment ⋅ Film ⋅ Film Production ⋅ Telecommunications ⋅ TV Production