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 Sr. Manager, Content Sales Finance is embedded with the Domestic Content Licensing Sales / Operations teams and helps lead budgeting, forecasting, long-range planning and management reporting.  The role partners with the business on SVOD, Cable, Pay, Syndication and Airline sales of film and television product in the U.S. & Canada and is responsible for overseeing and reconciling all domestic deal flow.  The Sr. Manager is responsible for managing work product provided by the Finance Center of Excellence (COE) including building, maintaining, and overseeing financial models, budgets, rolling forecasts, KPIs, analytics and management reporting.

Your Role Accountabilities

Global Pacing, Analytics, InsightsManage by-title budget, monthly forecast, and weekly pacing, which includes partnership with the US & Canada sales teams on pertinent deal information and financial performancePartner with Studios Accounting / Controllership for monthly/quarterly/year end closes to ensure and reconcile completeness of sales activityWork with Finance COE on pacing and analytics including all deliverables and requests for forecast informationPrepare and maintain internal rebate schedules in close partnership with stakeholders across Streaming and ControllershipDrive insights for FP&A business unit teams & other WBD finance teams (e.g., WB FP&A, WBD LOB, etc.) for deal questions and specific application

Sales Decision SupportProvide business decision support across global businesses including: Building and preparing long term plans, business justifications, projected financials, and investment analysis, including NPV, ROI, payback, and IRR; updating and assessing revenue pipelines and financial impacts; and comparing actual operating results to business plans and budgets.  Perform analysis to assist management with making business decisions. Corporate finance point of contact for Licensing submission questionsPresent analysis to Finance and Business Unit leadership

UltimatesManage ultimates (TV and Theatrical) work including, but not limited to, detailed worksheets, interfacing with the FP&A, Sales Planning & Inventory, Audit and other teams to help facilitate any research, submission through SAP, and completing variance explanations for Corporate and Audit

TransformationSubject Matter Expert and advocate for Content Sales automation and systems integrationDrive COE alignment, quality control and cross training

Qualifications & Experience

6+ years of progressive experience in financial management experienceExperience in entertainment and understanding of content life cycle requiredExperience in home entertainment and content licensing strongly preferredExperience building executive communication documents that are concise and highlight issues and recommendationsExperience in managing large data and excel modelsSystem (e.g. SAP/Essbase/Business Object) experience preferredUnderstanding general accounting principlesExperience in multi-divisional financial reportingCPA / MBA (preferred)BA/BS in Finance or Accounting or related field required.Software knowledge/skills: MS Excel (at the intermediate/advanced level), Essbase (intermediate level), MS PowerPoint (required), SAP BW (required), SQL(preferred), Business Objects (preferred)Strong finance analytical skills required.Must have ability to translate business challenges into solutions and process improvementsCommitment to produce accurate, reliable and high-quality work in timely mannerExcellent analytical, verbal, and written communication skillsInterest in working with personnel with varying levels of financial expertiseAbility to lead multiple projects and bring them to a successful conclusion with aggressive deadlinesAbility to interact successfully with all levels of staff, management and customersEffective in public speaking and controlling meeting objectivesAbility to work calmly and productively under time constraintsSelf-starter, strategic and innovative thinkerAbility to work independently and know when to communicate updatesDetail oriented; hands on approachProfessional demeanor, focused, and well organizedStrong ability to motivate staff and encourage a team player mentalityAbility to manage multiple assignments and priorities with a professional attitude and to deliver professional results

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, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status 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.

In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, skill set, experience, and/or performance. Base pay is just one component of Warner Bros. Discovery’s total compensation package for employees. Pay Range: $109,900.00 - $204,100.00 salary per year. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, Warner Bros. Discovery provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and sick time and vacation.

If you’re a qualified candidate with an arrest or conviction record, please know that your application will be considered in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.