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Warner Bros. Discovery Senior Revenue Accountant - Affiliate Accounting 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 New Role…
The Senior Revenue Accountant role is a member of the networks distribution revenue accounting team and is directly responsible for processing, reconciling and maintaining a portfolio of US/Canada based affiliate accounts which includes but is not limited to: processing remits, billing, account reconciliation, financial & trending analysis, and preparing and reviewing journal entries. The Senior Revenue Accountant will interact regularly with a cross-functional team of internal and external stakeholders, including partnering closely with the finance team that supports the distribution revenue area.
Your Role Accountabilities…
Perform monthly Revenue/Subscriber reconciliations and analyses. Prepare complex entries and supporting documentation. Research complex accounting process issues and recommend solutions. Monitor Affiliate compliance with new and existing legal agreements. Ensure proper internal controls are in place and all transactions are recorded timely and accurately in accordance with GAAP and established SOX requirements and procedures. Articulate areas of specific concern with management appropriately.
Analyze historical data to recognize and monitor relevant trends. Prepare and communicate detailed analyses to management.
Produce ad hoc analysis to service interdepartmental customers
Analyze existing processes and identify opportunities for improvement
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications & Experience…
2-4 years prior work experience in an accounting or finance role
Bachelor’s or Advanced Degree in Accounting or finance related field from an accredited university
ACCA certified, CPA or local equivalent a plus, but not required
Experience working with US GAAP/IFRS requirements, especially in ASC 606 revenue recognition strongly preferred
Experience preparing internal controls under US SOX 404 requirements preferred
Excellent analytical skills and critical thinking
Proactive individual with a ‘can do’ attitude
Proficient in MS Excel (pivot tables, lookup formulas, Power Query)
Ability to understand contract terms
Excellent communication skills
Ability to work efficiently, and design/implement process improvements
Highly organized and able to manage priorities effectively
Must be detail-oriented and able to deliver on multiple timelines
Experience performing accounting functions in SAP preferred
Proficient in 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.