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...
As a key member of the Studios Controllership team, you will lead and oversee general accounting activities across selected EMEA territories. You’ll collaborate closely with outsourced providers, internal stakeholders, and global teams to ensure accurate financial reporting, compliance, and continuous process improvement.
What’s in it for you
Contract of employment
Hybrid work model
Benefits package: private medical care, life and accident insurance, MyBenefit cafeteria platform, sports card, social fund, retirement pension plan, Employee Referral Program
Free access to the HBO Max platform
Work-life balance initiatives: well-being platform, yoga, massages, educational webinars, Employee Support Program, film screenings organized by employees in the office cinema
Training and development: training platform, co-financing of English lessons, Employee Resource Groups, Engagement Club – the opportunity to develop your interests in thematic employee groups, online meetings with experts
CSR activities: volunteering, ecological and social initiatives
Access to parking spaces
Your Role Accountabilities
Oversee the accounting close process and review by-title accounting and third-party audit support
Ensure timely and accurate account reconciliations with outsourced providers
Act as escalation point for FP&A and BPO teams, resolving accounting issues
Ensure compliance with SOX and internal control requirements
Collaborate with offshore teams to drive process improvements and standardization
Manage intercompany discrepancies and monthly settlement processes
Qualifications and Experience
Proven experience in an accounting role within a multinational environment
Strong knowledge of US GAAP, IFRS, SOX, and local GAAP
BS/BA in Accounting; CPA or Chartered Accountant (CA) preferred
Proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Office suite
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
#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 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 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 you’re 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.