Sr Financial Analyst

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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.

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 Theatrical Senior Financial Analyst role will oversee financial planning and analysis for APAC region territories. The Senior Analyst will be responsible for P&L ownership (Revenue / overheads), supporting both U.S. title releases and local theatrical productions, with a strong understanding of content economics and correlation of Box Office with financial algorithm. The role demands a high level of business acumen, precision in forecasting, and the ability to adjust planning pace to ensure accurate performance reflection and timely reporting. Success will depend on strong stakeholder engagement and the ability to translate financial data into meaningful business insights.

Your Role Accountabilities…

Lead the preparation of preliminary forecasts for studio reviews and month-end close, ensuring alignment with business expectations

Perform detailed variance analysis by reconciling actuals against forecast, budget, and prior year, providing clear explanations of performance drivers.

Collaborate with Studio FP&A and regional finance teams to develop robust forecasts and annual budgets, with a strong focus on P&L accuracy and attention to detail

Review and prepare journal entries, including accruals and true-ups, applying sound accounting principles to ensure financial integrity.

Maintain ownership of key P&L accounts such as amortization, commissions, and corporate SG&A, including intercompany transactions.

Uphold high standards of accountability by delivering timely, high-quality financial reporting to stakeholders

Build and maintain strong partnerships with business finance teams to facilitate effective information flow and cross-functional collaboration.

Support the enhancement of forecasting tools, systems, and processes to improve efficiency and accuracy.

Drive process simplification and standardization initiatives, sharing best practices across FP&A teams.

Actively participate in business reviews and planning meetings, presenting financial forecasts and analysis with clarity and strategic context.

Qualifications & Experience…

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; advanced degree or professional certification (e.g., ACCA, CIMA, CPA) is a plus.

Minimum of 4 years of progressive experience in FP&A, financial analysis, or related finance roles within a dynamic business environment.

Demonstrated expertise in managing full P&L ownership, including forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis.

Solid understanding of accounting principles to support commercial finance activities and ensure accurate P&L adjustments.

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modeling; experience with large data sets and analytical tools is highly valued.

Strong command of English, both written and verbal

Proven ability to work under tight deadlines, managing high volumes of data with accuracy.

Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to frame issues, articulate insights, and propose actionable solutions.

Experience building trust-based relationships with cross-functional teams and external business partners.

Familiarity with financial systems and reporting tools; experience with ERP platforms and BI tools is an advantage.

Demonstrates initiative, adaptability, and a proactive approach to continuous improvement and process optimization.

Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, high-energy environment with evolving priorities.

Additional Information

On June 9, 2025, Warner Bros. Discovery announced plans to separate into two publicly traded companies, Warner Bros. and Discovery Global, with an expected completion in mid-2026. For more details, including leadership appointments and information on individual brands, please visit our newsroom here .

Although you will be hired by Warner Bros. Discovery, upon the planned separation in 2026, your employment likely will transition to Warner Bros. Company or transition to Discovery Global. During this period of transformation, you’ll have an exciting opportunity to lay the foundation at one of the world’s premier entertainment brands.

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.

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