Senior Accounting Manager, DTC
Senior Accounting Manager, DTC
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Job Description
Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery the stuff dreams are made of.
Who We Are
When we say the stuff dreams are made of were not just referring to the world of wizards dragons and superheroes or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBDs 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 whats 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 primary responsibility of this role as part of the US GAAP Accounting team based in Warsaw is to deliver quality accounting services for Warner Bros. Discovery entities in EMEA in one of the segments. This role ensures accurate reporting of financial information to key stakeholders in accordance with US GAAP. Key aspects of this role are related to managing the operational activities with reconciliation and analysis some transactions processing applying SOX controls in fulfilling daily and periodic quality requirements. Results of the teamwork must result in accurate and timely month end close and financial information for key stakeholders within the Organization. Reporting into Segment Director managing team of several accountants by acting as one team.
Your Role Accountabilities
Managing the team of several Accountants/Senior Accountants to provide quality services to the Organization and providing hands-on support during the day-to-day activities of the respective team to ensure effective decision making including career development
Proactively leading and/or performing the period-end closing and operational activities in accordance with US GAAP/WBD Policies and SOX standards
Support S4 HANA implementation project as part of the expected change of ERP system
Performing periodic Account Reconciliations ensuring completeness and quality of Balance Sheet for selected EMEA entities and group of accounts
Ad hoc analysis of various types of financial information as requested
Support continuous improvement process changes and leading practices to have an efficient and effective process
Escalate and/or resolve issues as appropriate resolve intercompany variances related to managed scope
Assisting with internal and external financial and compliance Audits including SOX
Assessment on the accounting treatment for complex transactions
Partnering with other Teams e.g. Other US GAAP teams PTP OTC Treasury FP&A Controllership FDs VAT Payroll other Record to Report team members and proposing improvements
Qualifications & Experience
Masters degree in accounting or finance and at least 6-10 years of accounting experience in international environment (preferably in RTR / GL / Accounting Team)
BIG4 experience as well as knowledge of media / entertainment industry are considered advantageous
Understanding of IFRS and/or US GAAP as well as practical end-to-end understanding of reporting impact of accounted transactions is a must
Very good written and spoken English is a must
Experience in team management
Proficient and experienced in MS Office applications Excel in particular is a must
Experience with enterprise information systems (SAP) a strong plus and preferred. PeopleSoft knowledge is nice to have.
Results oriented strong attention to details accuracy timeliness ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks as well as strong organizational skills is a must
Problem-solving attitude issue flagging as well as presentation skills of prepared analysis and its implications. Ability to frame issues and articulate findings
Proven ability to assess new challenges identify areas for improvements articulate action plans to management and follow through to implementation
Motivated by challenging high-energy flexible environment. Ability to work under conditions of pressure and adjust to urgent and changing situations
High Integrity team player with strong interpersonal skills able to work well with others and promote positive working relationships across the organization
ACCA CIMA or PIBR completed qualification is considered as a strong advantage
Whats in it for you
Hybrid work model flexible working hours
Free access to 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 educational webinars Employee Assistance Program internal media initiatives
Training & development: sharing the cost of English lessons Employee Resource Groups Bridge learning platform sharing sessions with experts
CSR activities: volunteering eco & social initiatives
Parking space available for booking
#LI-Hybrid
Hybrid Working - This role is advertised as a Hybrid work model that combines remote and in-office work following our current company policy and to be agreed with your Line Manager. Subject to any applicable laws WBD / your Line Manager reserves the right to change this working agreement where this is essential to business needs and upon reasonable notice to you.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 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.If youre a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
