Financial Analysis Manager

This job is with Warner Bros. Discovery, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. Please do not contact the recruiter directly. 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... This position provides support for the Warner Brothers Discovery (WBD) International Finance team, the WBD International CFO organization, supporting consolidated financial reporting across the international Networks segment.  This role provides support for regional finance and Segment FP&A teams on reporting & consolidation, coordination with Corporate FP&A and regional FP&A teams on calendars and deliverables, financial analysis, data management, operational review reporting and issue triage.  The role supports preparation and review of Networks International consolidated operating results and financial reporting packages, Foreign Exchange reporting and analysis, flash reporting, trend reporting, and ad hoc analysis as required. Your Role Accountabilities... Liaison Collaborate with regional CFO teams, Functional FP&A (Commercial & OPEX), Regional Segment FP&A (EMEA, LATAM, APAC), and Corporate FP&A on forecast and budget process and deliverables including target tracking and gap reporting Liaise with Networks FP&A and Strat Finance teams on International specific matters including foreign exchange analysis and discrete segment performance queries and analysis Liaise with WBD's financial system support team and system support teams to address reporting and system changes that will impact segment reporting activities. Ensure timely delivery of Management and Corporate reporting and the subsequent adherence to corporate deliverable dates Financial Reporting & Analysis Manage the consolidation of International Networks reporting to produce timely and accurate financial results, including variance analysis, and communication of actual to forecast results to finance leadership. Identify trends, significant transactions, and financial performance as necessary to understand and facilitate communication of business unit financial statements to the WBD International CFO, and Corporate FP&A. Prepare value-added ad hoc financial reports and analysis as appropriate. Serve as a liaison between segment FP&A (International Consolidations), corporate finance, and shared services Accounting and GBS teams, specifically related to the monthly close process.  Ensure issues are resolved, and business matters are communicated, on a timely basis. Oversee preparation of monthly foreign exchange reporting and analysis to identify forecast R&O and coordinate communications across senior leadership, WBD International, Divisional FP&A, and Functional FP&A teams to explain performance drivers. Manage matrix driven reporting needs providing both system expertise and thought leadership for initiatives including S4 and other transformational systems projects Lead the preparation and ongoing development of other recurring and adhoc reporting schedules. Perform meaningful business analysis to provide leadership insights. Drive process improvement initiatives and reporting changes required by the organization. Propose changes to the reporting as appropriate to maintain the relevance of the information presented. Coordinate with BU teams on system data input and management Qualifications & Experience... Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related field. CPA or MBA or graduate degree in related field highly preferred. Minimum of 6+ years relevant work experience Advanced knowledge and experience with key accounting principles and concepts, financial analysis and reporting. Experience with Hyperion is a plus. Strong written, oral and presentation skills; effective communicator at all levels of the organization; ability to influence others. Strong leadership skills with a mindset to develop a team and drive results. High level of executive presence with strong interpersonal and problem resolution skills, and a high degree of integrity, tact and diplomacy. Active communicator, with the ability to develop and maintain strong relationships across the organization and across multiple locations. What's in it for you... Contract of employment 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, 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 #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 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 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. #LI-DNI