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Warner Bros. Discovery Senior Financial Analyst – Sports in Warsaw, Poland
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 Role…
The Sr. Financial Analyst Content FP&A CoE role will support WBD Global content programming operations. This position will be responsible for the preparation of accurate, timely, and relevant financial reporting including ad hoc analysis and monthly forecast reporting to operations to aid in business decisions.
Your Role Accountabilities…
Participate in monthly, quarterly and annual forecast process for content /cash flow and content amortization expense
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 Content FP&A
Reconcile actuals vs prior forecast/budget/prior year and provide variance explanations. Conduct Ad Hoc analysis as needed
Participate in assigned meetings such as, but not limited to: Monthly Forecast closing / Actuals vs. Forecast Review / Cash Flow / Programming Financials Review
Support development of systems, tools, and processes to facilitate efficient and accurate analysis
Seek for constant process and routines improvements in the duties and task under its scope
Qualifications & Experience…
3-4 years in accounting, finance, operations or other relevant analytic business experience
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a relevant field is required
Experience in Hyperion Essbase, Hyperion Planning and SAP S4HANA are considered a plus
Excellent oral and written communication skills are essential as well as strong initiative and the ability to work well in a team environment
Strong proficiency in Excel (intermediate-advance) and other financial data analysis tools and 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 based long term relationships 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 organizational skills, very detailed oriented, and deadline driven.
Experience in Entertainment industry is a plus
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, Bridge 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.